Classic episode: We need to talk about operational technology
<p>This episode was first published on 18 July 2025.</p><p>Cyber attacks can feel a layer detached from the real world. Yes, businesses frequently see IP stolen, get frozen out of systems, or have data wiped by malicious actors. But if you haven’t got your finger on the pulse, cyber attacks can also fail to register in your day to day.</p><p>But there are instances where cyber attacks come crashing into the lives of everyday people, and become impossible to ignore: when attackers go after critical infrastructure and operational technology. Breaches and malware attacks at power and wa...
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CES 2026: The year of AI PCs?
<p>The tech sector started this year with a bang at CES 2026, the annual event that brings together over 140,000 attendees to share the latest innovations in consumer and business technology.</p><p>Unsurprisingly, at this year’s event AI was a primary focus – with more details on Nvidia and AMD’s latest hardware, alongside AI PC innovations by brands like Lenovo.</p><p>Alongside these headlines, however, we also saw a return to form by companies such as Dell, with the resurrection of the XPS laptop range.</p><p>What did we learn from CES about what to expect in busine...
Your New $2K / Month Side Hustle, Flying Air Taxis, & Higher Interest Rates?
<p>In this week's episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz talk about the first cybercab rolling through the production line at Gigafactory Texas, the five companies who could benefit from eIPP selections taking place soon, and the Fed disagreeing with what to do with interest rates in 2026. </p><p>---</p><p>🤖 VCX: the public ticker for private tech -- click here or visit https://getvcx.com/ to learn more! </p><p>---</p><p>🌸 Join 500,000+ investors using Blossom to track portfolios, dividends, and see what real investors are buying -- all in one social invest...
Q&A: Feeling Behind on Life Goals, Work Bonuses, & Medical Challenges
<p>In this week's episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz answer your questions!</p><p>---</p><p>🧠 Ready to build your own investable index using AI? Generated Assets on Public makes it easy. </p><p>Click here to try Generated Assets!</p><p>---</p><p>💰 Download the 2026 Wealth-Building Workbook, click here!</p><p>---</p><p>🚀 Join 890+ other podcast listeners inside of the Rich Habits Network and invest alongside Robert and Austin, click here!</p><p>---</p><p>⚡️ Sign up for the Rich Habits Newsletter and never miss a market-moving headline again, click here!</p><p>---</p><p>⭐ Download our FREE Financial Planner – click here</p><p>⭐ Download our FREE Budgeting Template –...
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SPECIAL EDITION: Redefining risk management
<p>Risk management is a constant point of concern in the modern enterprise, with cybersecurity threats, compliance pressures, and financial leaps of faith all piling pressure on the teams who are forced to manage them. </p><p>But risk management can’t always be about bailing out the sinking ship. Sooner or later, businesses need to integrate their risk management systems and connect teams together via a centralized framework.</p><p>What are the benefits of overhauling risk management in this manner? And how can it be achieved?</p><p>In this special edition of the ITPro Podcast, in association wi...
Corporations Don't Pay Taxes — You Do. Here's How. (Ep. 337)
<p>You've been told corporations pay taxes, but what if that's the biggest lie in the system? In this episode, Mary Jo breaks down who really pays for taxes, benefits, tariffs, and government programs—and why the consumer always ends up holding the bag.</p> <p>In Episode 337 of Farming Without the Bank, Mary Jo dives into Chapter 6 of Nelson Nash's Warehouse of Wealth: "Lies, Lies, and Lies."</p> <p>This episode exposes how taxes, Social Security, employee benefits, tariffs, credit card fees, and corporate expenses are never absorbed by businesses—they are passed directly to you, the consumer.</p> <p>Fr...
696 - Change Your Environment for Effortless Goal Attainment!
<p >Can goal attainment really be effortless? Yes! How? I'm sharing a science backed and real life proven strategy to, yes, attain your goals effortlessly with environment modification. Last week I told you to write everything down. Now what? </p> <p >Your Brain On Paper</p> <p >If you were a good lil student, you have started to write down all of your interruptive thoughts. Stop trying to remember everything, just write it down! Now you have all of these thoughts on paper, your brain on paper and you may be overwhelmed. The next step, is to decide can it...
693 - Turning Time Confetti into Time Blocks
<p >Who remembers defragging your computer to make it run more efficiently? I'm talking about defragging time confetti into time blocks today. "What is time confetti?" Yes, thank you for asking…it's all those little 2 or 5 minutes that are free and sprinkled throughout your day. How can you most effectively use your confetti time to conquer the never ending, always evolving list of essential time blocks that you must complete as the mom, wife, and/or household manager? </p> <p >4 Essential Time Blocks</p> <p >Let's start with what demands our time. We have some mandatory tasks (time blocks) that ou...
The B1M: Telling Construction's Story
Ep 272: Beatrice Heuser on Why Leaders Make Bad Decisions
<p>Beatrice Heuser, Distinguished Professor at the Brussels School of Governance in the Free University of Brussels and author of Flawed Strategy: Why Smart Leaders Make Bad Decisions, joins the show to discuss decision-making and strategic thinking.</p> <p>▪️</p> <p>Times</p> <p>02:58 Economists and strategy</p> <p>07:59 Acting rationally vs logically</p> <p>15:00 Mirror imaging </p> <p>20:01 How should we study strategy?</p> <p>27:17 Denial</p> <p>32:18 Strategic intelligence failures</p> <p>36:15 Hidden causes</p> <p>38:57 Everyone does it</p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow along on Instagram, X @schoolofwarpod, and YouTube @SchoolofWarPodcast</p> <p><br></p> <p>Find...
Ep 273: Matthew Kroenig on China’s Nuclear Test
<p>Matthew Kroenig, Professor in the Department of Government and the Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service at Georgetown University, joins the show to talk about the new nuclear age the world is entering.</p> <p>▪️</p> <p>Times</p> <p>03:27 Secret Chinese testing</p> <p>07:35 Seismic monitoring and de-coupling</p> <p>11:40 U.S. testing plan </p> <p>15:30 Why might we need more nuclear weapons?</p> <p>18:01 New START</p> <p>21:23 How many nukes are needed?</p> <p>27:04 If deterrence fails </p> <p>30:20 Limits, if any</p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow along on Instagram, X @schoolofwarpod, and YouTube @Schoolo...
Fighting Imposter Syndrome
<p>Amanda is standing at a pivotal moment in her leadership journey—wrestling with the internal doubts that plague many first-time team leaders. As she steps into her new role, the weight of proving herself feels overwhelming. Preston and Dawn Andrews dive deep into the psychology of leadership, revealing how vulnerability, communication, and embracing risk can transform imposter syndrome from a paralyzing force into a catalyst for growth and confidence.</p> <p>Support our show sponsors -> https://freelancetofounder.com/sponsors</p> <p>Submit your own question -> https://freelancetofounder.com/ask</p> <p>Connect with Dawn on Linkedin -> ht...
The Architect's Race to the Bottom
Coffee Chat: From Piles to Productivity Webinar invitation
<p >Looking to be more purposeful, more planned, more organized and you don't know where to begin? Good news! Join me for the Piles to Productivity Webinar on Monday Jan. 19th @ 8AM ET!! Click the link below and get registered because there will be a replay sent to those who register (if you can't make it live.)<br /></p> <p >EPISODE RESOURCES:</p> <p >Register for Piles to Productivity Webinar</p> <p >Sign Up for the Organize 365® Newsletter</p> <p><br /> Did you enjoy this episode? Please leave a rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Share this episode w...
CO-HOST | Make Money Through Transparency, Ethics, and Leadership
<p>In this episode, Travis sits down with his producer Eric for a candid, unscripted conversation reacting to viral clips and debates around church finances, nonprofit transparency, and leadership accountability. Drawing from his personal experience growing up in a megachurch environment and his perspective as a business owner, Travis breaks down the complex intersection of money, mission, and ethics—highlighting the challenges leaders face when managing large organizations without financial training, and why transparency is essential whether you're running a church, nonprofit, or business.</p> <p>On this episode we talk about:</p> <p>The conflicting messages about money in ch...
SPECIAL EDITION: Mitigating bad bots
<p>One of the major challenges of today’s environments is the rising tide of bots, with generative AI driving a new era of the technology.</p><p>Bots have been a part of the internet since at least the 1990s but recent technological advancements have swollen their number exponentially. Some of these net dwellers are benign, others are malicious, and some sit somewhere in between. </p><p>But no matter what category they fall into, they can all cause problems for businesses. How much of an issue is this for businesses and what can they do to mitigate it? </p>...
Ep 278: Yossi Cohen on The Mossad
<p>Yossi Cohen, served as the director of the Mossad from 2016 until 2021 and is the author of The Sword of Freedom: Israel, Mossad, and the Secret War. As director, he personally orchestrated some of the Mossad’s most daring operations, such as the seizure of the Iranian nuclear archives—the exposure of which was among the main factors behind the United States’ withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal—and clandestine activity all over the world.</p> <p>▪️</p> <p>Times</p> <p>01:27 Joining the Mossad</p> <p>16:02 Serving behind the lines </p> <p>26:31 Recruitment </p> <p>32:45 HUMINT</p> <p>39:50 Deciding to strike</p> <...
Ep 274: Lawrence Freedman on Strategists and Ukraine
<p>Lawrence Freedman, Emeritus Professor of War Studies at King’s College London and author of On Strategists and Strategy: Collected Essays, 2014-2024, joins the show to talk about a lifetime among strategists, and to give an update on the war in Ukraine.</p> <p>▪️</p> <p>Times</p> <p>02:34 Essay writing</p> <p>07:49 Michael Howard </p> <p>18:42 Colin Gray</p> <p>23:06 Timeless aspects of strategy</p> <p>26:00 The goal of SDI</p> <p>36:40 Tactics </p> <p>41:20 Differences between tactics and strategy</p> <p>45:01 Ultimate objectives </p> <p>50:08 Sensible uses of nuclear weapons </p> <p>52:24 Thatcher</p> <p>53:59 Harsh winter in Ukraine<...
692 - Decluttering & Adding Habits in the New Year
<p >Ok, it's another peek into my brain. I'm sharing the things I want to follow me into the new year and things that I'm leaving in 2025. I thought it would be beneficial for you to hear my thoughts behind these decisions and get you thinking about how you want 2026 to look for you. Planning provides a lens of calm. Somehow when a plan is in place, even if it changes, it is not as jarring as when you have to react to change with "emergency energy." </p> <p >What will be joining me</p> <p >As I think about 2026...
The Real Power of SOPs
<p>For Nicole, what started as a quest for freedom through freelancing has morphed into a complex leadership challenge—managing a team that seems to consume more time than the work itself. Preston Lee and Dawn Andrews explore the art of creating standard operating procedures (SOPs) that transform team management from a headache into a strategic advantage. They reveal the secrets to empowering your team, reducing management overhead, and reclaiming the entrepreneurial freedom you originally sought.</p> <p>Support our show sponsors -> https://freelancetofounder.com/sponsors</p> <p>Submit your own question -> https://freelancetofounder.com/ask</p> <p>Connect wi...
INTERVIEW | Make Money by Mastering Persuasive Marketing in the AI Era with Ashley Grace
<p>Ashley Grace is the Founding CMO of Igniton, a groundbreaking quantum wellness company merging subatomic particle science with integrative health. With a background spanning finance, marketing ROI modeling, ad tech, and big pharma—and as the former founding CMO of Charlotte’s Web—Ashley brings decades of experience at the intersection of innovation and persuasion. On this episode, he breaks down how to market complex, cutting-edge products, why message beats media every time, and what skills will actually make you money in the future of advertising.</p> <p>On this episode we talk about:</p> <p>How Igniton is pionee...
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#356 Max: The Death of the Robotic Voice (Emotion-Tagged AI Dialogue Hack)
<p>Stunning visuals mean nothing if your character opens their mouth and sounds like a flat text-to-speech engine. 🛑 The biggest problem with AI video in 2026 isn't the pixels—it's the personality. We are breaking down the Two-Stage Audio Performance workflow that finally gives you total control over every gasp, whisper, and emotional breakdown in your scene.</p><p>We’re breaking down the exact system to create hyper-realistic dialogue using ElevenLabs 11v3 Alpha and Creatify Aurora, moving from "robotic" to "cinematic" in under an hour.</p><p>We’ll talk about:</p>The "Flat Voice" Trap: Why relying on all-in-one video gen...
February rundown: SaaS-pocalypse now?
<p>February is the shortest month, but you wouldn’t know it from the sheer amount of news that’s broken in just the past 26 days.</p><p>Amid growing fears of AI stealing jobs, OpenAI’s CEO Sam Altman has claimed that firms are simply using the technology as an excuse for mass layoffs. Earlier this month, a series of Anthropic releases drove stocks down at a range of companies – all tied to fears that the SaaS model might be on its way out.</p><p>Also this month, Pure Storage has rebranded as Everpure – what’s behind this decision and...
Ep 277: Behnam Ben Taleblu—Will There Be a War with Iran?
<p>Behnam Ben Taleblu, Senior Director (Iran Program) and Senior Fellow at FDD, joins the show to talk about the build-up of American military power in the Middle East and what it might mean for Iran and the Iranian regime.</p> <p>▪️</p> <p>Times</p> <p>02:04 U.S. build-up</p> <p>05:46 Timing </p> <p>11:08 “Decisive and different” </p> <p>24:41 Iranian retaliation</p> <p>30:03 Targets</p> <p>35:25 Ideology of the Supreme Leader </p> <p>41:36 A Trump JCPOA</p> <p>45:46 Regime change by air</p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow along on Instagram, X @schoolofwarpod, and YouTube @SchoolofWarPodcast</p> <p><br></p> <p>Find m...
Are You Missing Out on Money?
<p>Aisha is just starting out as a freelancer and wrestling with the question that trips up almost everyone in the early days: what should I actually charge? She knows she doesn't want to undersell herself, but she also has no idea where to set her rates. Preston and Austin Church—veteran freelancer and author of Free Money—unpack three different pricing approaches, make the case for building your rate around what your life actually costs, and explain why anchoring high (and negotiating scope, not price) is the move that separates confident freelancers from the ones who always feel underpaid.</p> <p...
The Art and Science of Commissioning a Building
The Macro Brief – From Frankfurt to Threadneedle Street
<p>The economics team takes over the studio this week, with Chris Hare, Liz Martins and Fabio Balboni discussing the latest Bank of England and ECB meetings.<br><br>Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/qtZPtrS<br> <br>Stay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Investment Research follow us on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/hsbcresearch/ or click here: https://www.gbm.hsbc.com/insights/global-research.</p>
Nobody's Coming to Save You Financially (Ep. 339)
<p>What happens when everyone expects someone else to pick up the bill?</p> <p>From a nightmare condo sale to health insurance chaos, this episode is a raw, unfiltered wake-up call on personal responsibility, money, and self-reliance.</p> <p>In this episode, Mary Jo shares a months-long real estate saga that exposed a deeper issue she's seeing everywhere—from first-time homebuyers and realtors, to health insurance, escrow accounts, and even parenting adult children.</p> <p>The common theme? Too many people are handing off responsibility—and expecting others to pay the price.</p> <p>This episode isn't about being hars...
An Expert's Advice on Confrontation
This Matters Less Than You Think
<p>Rashid wants to land clients outside his home country, but the unknowns are holding him back — different governments, tricky payment terms, and contracts that feel impossible to enforce across borders. Preston and Austin Church dig into exactly how to protect yourself when working with international clients, and their answer might surprise you: where a client lives matters far less than most freelancers think. The real work is learning to read the room early, set airtight expectations before a project begins, and build habits that filter out bad-actor clients no matter what country they're in.</p> <p>Support our show sp...
#358 Max: The "Secret" AI Stack (Private, Free, and Faster Than ChatGPT)
<p>Stop paying for AI subscriptions and giving away your data for things you could be doing for free on your own laptop. 🛑 In 2026, the gap between "Open Source" and "Closed Source" has officially closed. We are breaking down the Local AI Revolution—the exact stack high-performers are using to run elite models like Qwen 3 and DeepSeek R1 privately, without a single API fee.</p><p>We’re breaking down the 4-Layer Open Source Stack and showing you how to build a 100% private Financial Co-Pilot that analyzes your bank statements without a single byte leaving your machine.</p><p>We’ll talk a...
Stop Doing Everything Yourself...Here's Why
<p>Marcus built his agency the hard way—doing everything himself until the clients came, the revenue got steady, and the team grew. But now, with real momentum on his side, he's still the one making every call, reviewing every deliverable, and firefighting every problem. He suspects this habit that once made him successful might now be the very thing capping his growth. Preston and Sabrina sit down with Jesse P. Gilmore from Niche in Control to help Marcus understand the difference between scrappy resourcefulness and a founder bottleneck—and what to actually do about it.</p> <p>Support our show...
Universal Life Policies Are Collapsing | Here's Why (Ep. 341)
<p>🚨 Universal Life Insurance EXPOSED 🚨</p> <p>Is Universal Life, Indexed Universal Life, or Variable Universal Life really the powerful wealth tool it's marketed to be? In this episode of the Farming Without the Bank podcast, Mary Jo dives deep into why universal life policies often fail, drawing directly from Nelson Nash's Warehouse of Wealth and decades of real-world experience.</p> <p>👉 Follow Mary Jo Here: / @maryjoirmen</p> <p>👉 Get the book: https://www.farmingwithoutthebank.com...</p> <p>If you've ever been pitched an IUL with "great returns" and "no downside," this episode is a must-watch before you sign anything.</p> <p>Univers...
Ep 276: Charlie Laderman on Regime Change in Iran
<p>Charlie Laderman, associate professor at the University of Florida’s Hamilton School for Classical and Civic Education, joins the show to discuss parallels between Reagan’s policy towards Cold War Poland and the crisis in Iran today.</p> <p>▪️</p> <p>Times</p> <p>02:45 Comparing Iran and Poland</p> <p>05:56 Reagan’s plan </p> <p>10:15 Reheating the Cold War </p> <p>12:26 ’81 coup</p> <p>15:53 Sanctions and pressure</p> <p>20:19 Constant agitation </p> <p>27:38 End of the Cold War</p> <p>34:45 The violence of the Iranian regime </p> <p>37:55 Structural differences </p> <p>44:32 Exiled opposition</p> <p><br></p> <p>Read the article dis...
$135B in Tariff Refunds, Trump's $1,000 Retirement Match, & Hindenburg Omens
<p>In this week's episode of the Rich Habits Radar, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz walk listeners through the 1,800 companies suing the US government right now for roughly $135B in tariff refunds, Trump's $1,000 retirement match, and Meta + AMD's $100B partnership. </p><p>---</p><p>🤑 Want to know what Wall Street thinks about your portfolio? Wall Street Favorites can tell you, click here!</p><p>---</p><p>🤖 VCX: the public ticker for private tech -- click here or visit https://getvcx.com/ to learn more! </p><p>---</p><p>🌸 Join 500,000+ investors using Blossom to track portfolios, dividends, and see what real...
Is Freelancing Freedom a Lie?
<p>Dana in Seattle went freelance for the freedom—and now she's drowning in deadlines and client expectations she can barely keep straight. Sound familiar? Preston and Austin Church unpack the promise that draws most people into freelancing in the first place, and whether the "no boss, no calendar" dream was ever really the point. Along the way, they share three dead-simple systems for keeping projects organized without the suffocation—including a one-page brief that replaces a hundred scattered emails and a counterintuitive trick involving more deadlines that actually sets you free.</p> <p>Support our show sponsors -> https://freelancetofou...
697 - Planning Is the Ultimate Self-Care
<p >Ok, the line leader for executive functions is working memory. Remember? At the end of the line is the higher level executive function of planning. Planning is the ultimate self care because it ensures high priority tasks will get completed and gives you peace. I'm explaining how getting your working memory and prospective memory to play nice, will allow Planning to have a chance to play a role in your life and finally free up your full cognitive bandwidth! </p> <p >TMP</p> <p >Time management planning; plan for the day, prioritize, and set deadlines. You wrote your brian...
CO-HOST | Make Money Without Losing Your Mind (or Your Morals)
<p>In this co-hosted episode, Travis Chappell and his producer Eric dive into two heated debates in the personal finance world—starting with viral criticism of Dave Ramsey and expanding into the broader conversation around financial influencers, online courses, and what qualifies as “predatory” in today’s creator economy.</p> <p>With humor, hot takes, and a healthy dose of nuance, Travis breaks down why attacking someone’s past doesn’t automatically invalidate their advice—and why personal responsibility still matters, even in a world full of loud opinions.</p> <p>On this episode we talk about:</p> <p>The viral thread criti...
🎙️ EP 215: Google’s New “Reality Editor” & The 2028 Intelligence Crisis
<p>Google just turned Gemini into a reality-bending photo editor that can change almost anything in your pictures, and it’s a bit wild. We’re also diving into a viral warning about how cheap AI might actually break the global economy in just a few years.</p><p></p><p>We’ll talk about:</p>How Google’s Nano Banana 2 lets you edit real photos and insert yourself into new places instantly.The "Global Intelligence Crisis" and why abundant AI might make human wages drop.Perplexity’s new "Computer" agent that uses 19 different models to finish huge tasks for you.Why Sa...
CO-HOST | Make Money by Thinking Long-Term (Even When Markets Get Weird)
<p>In this episode of Travis Makes Money, Travis Chappell and producer Eric go from questionable breakfast choices to a surprisingly deep breakdown of housing prices, crypto volatility, inflation, and what actually drives wealth over time.</p> <p>What starts as a lighthearted conversation about gas station hot dogs and Tostino’s pizza turns into a real discussion about reacting to headlines, investing during downturns, and recent housing comments from Donald Trump.</p> <p>The throughline? If you want to make money, you have to think in decades—not days.</p> <p>On This Episode We Talk About:</p> <p>Why emot...
#365 Neil: AI Web Builder Success Build A Profitable SaaS App Without Coding
<p>Ever wondered how to build a full-stack app without learning SQL? This guide shows you how to master the AI Web Builder workflow using Supabase. Secure your data with RLS, handle Google Logins, and manage private files easily. Start building software that sells right now! 💰</p><p></p><p>We'll talk about:</p>The Backend Brain: Why Supabase is the ultimate partner for your front-end logic.Secure Identity: Setting up Email and Google authentication to recognize your users.Smart Databases: Designing professional SQL tables and security policies with simple prompts.Private Storage: Managing user-specific file uploads and images securely in...
The Macro Brief – What do Europe and the weather have in common?
<p>Liz Martins, Senior UK Economist, looks at whether a pick-up in the latest data marks a turning point for Europe’s economies.</p><p>Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast:https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/hHnMpXx</p><p>Stay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Investment Research follow us on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/hsbcresearch/ or click here: https://www.gbm.hsbc.com/insights/global-research.</p>
January rundown: Amazon layoffs and the return of XPS
<p>January is supposed to be a month full of new starts and potential, in which we try to embrace resolutions or set out our plans for the year ahead.</p><p>But in the tech sector, it’s become something of an ominous month – the start of layoff season. January 2026 has been no different, with Amazon announcing 16,000 jobs cut in a plan that could see up to 30,000 cut by the end of May according to Reuters.</p><p>Earlier in the month, Dell made waves at CES 2026 with the news that it’s reviving the XPS laptop line, just one ye...
Under the Banyan Tree – Japan heads to the polls
<p>As Japan gears up for a general election, Fred and Herald discuss what the outcome could mean for Asia's second-largest economy, and why the world is taking notice.</p><p>Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/t9TcRsm</p><p>Stay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn or click here: https://www.gbm.hsbc.com/insights/global-research.</p>
691 - The Sunday Basket is SPANX For Your Kitchen Counter Clutter
<p >Happy New Year! Which resolution did you choose; to lose weight, get outta debt, or get organized? Those are the three most common resolutions. But with any good goal you must have a way to execute an action plan otherwise you will have the same environment just different desires. </p> <p >Tame the Toddler </p> <p >Sometimes it feels like there is a toddler running around in our brain, right? It is constantly reminding us of future things you need to do. You are just trying to do a task like write an email but your brain is constantly...
157: How We’re Preparing for Volatility in 2026
<p>In this week's episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz are joined by the managing partners of NEOS Funds, Garrett Paolella and Troy Cates, to discuss how everyday investors can utilize their suite of ETFs to offset volatility in their own portfolios. </p><p>---</p><p>💰 To learn more about NEOS Funds, click here!</p><p>---</p><p>🌸 Want to see what's inside Robert and Austin's portfolios, as well as learn from other investors? Sign up for Blossom </p><p>Click here!</p><p>---</p><p>💸 Use Public to build your own investabl...
SOLO | Make Money by Becoming the Person Who Can
<p>In this solo episode, Travis Chappell steps away from interviews and gets back to fundamentals. After more than 1,500 episodes and years immersed in books, conversations, and personal growth, Travis breaks down what he believes is the real path to lasting change.</p> <p>This isn’t about hacks, motivation spikes, or waiting for a lightning bolt of clarity. It’s about awareness, identity, environment, and painful consistency. If you’ve ever felt stuck between who you are and who you want to be, this episode lays out a practical, honest roadmap for closing that gap.</p> <p>On this episode...
Internet Trolls Think They Can Say Anything; Here's Why They're Wrong (Ep. 343)
<p>Do people really think they have the right to be rude online? This episode is a raw, unfiltered look at what content creators actually deal with behind the scenes—and why sometimes, blocking is the only option.<br /> <br /> Follow Mary Jo Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MaryJoIrmen...<br /> Get the book: https://www.farmingwithoutthebank.com/book...<br /> <br /> In this episode, Mary Jo addresses the rising wave of internet trolls, negative comments, and online bullying. From accusations about insurance strategies and retirement planning to criticism about farming, excess money, and even parenting decisions, nothing seems off-limits for keyboard wa...
The Macro Brief – Can AI replace software?
<p>Stephen Bersey, Head of US Technology Research, looks at whether fears that artificial intelligence could upend the business modes of software vendors are justified.</p><p>Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/bHdRBbG</p><p>Stay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Investment Research follow us on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/hsbcresearch/ or click here: https://www.gbm.hsbc.com/insights/global-research.</p>
#361 Neil: AI Productivity Tools 8 Lazy Apps To Save You 1,000 Hours In 2026
<p>Are you working too hard and feeling tired every day? Try these 8 amazing AI productivity tools right now. I will show you the exact simple steps to automate your boring tasks, build cool apps, and easily get 1,000 free hours back this year. Copy my exact daily setup today! 🚀</p><p></p><p>We'll talk about:</p>Why we actually need artificial intelligence for boring daily workBuilding custom mini apps easily with Google AI StudioConnecting different apps to automate tasks using ZapierMaking beautiful pictures and perfect text with Nano Banana ProCreating professional videos in one single place with HiggsfieldTaking silent mee...
SOLO | Make Money by Letting Go of Embarrassment
<p>In this solo episode, Travis Chappell gets personal. Instead of interviewing a guest, Travis shares one of the most embarrassing moments of his teenage years—completely missing a handspring in front of his entire summer camp—and uses it to unpack a powerful lesson about fear, failure, and the stories we tell ourselves. With honesty, humor, and perspective, he challenges listeners to stop sacrificing their dream lives to avoid short-term embarrassment.</p> <p>On this episode we talk about:</p> <p>A hilariously painful teenage camp story that felt world-ending at the time</p> <p>Why embarrassment feels permanent—but rare...
Windfall Alert: What Farmers Miss Every Single Year (Ep. 338)
<p>Is life insurance a luxury—or a necessity?</p> <p>In this episode of Farming Without The Bank (FWTB Ep. 338), Mary Jo breaks down Chapter 7 of Nelson Nash's Warehouse of Wealth and explains how Parkinson's Law silently destroys financial progress, especially when people experience windfalls of money.</p> <p>From selling land, paying off equipment, kids leaving the house, or daycare expenses disappearing—windfalls happen whether you notice them or not. The real question is: Where does that money go?</p> <p>Nelson Nash's real-life example shows how paying off a policy loan after a windfall can feel like back...
Real Freedom vs. Another "Job"
<p>Priya left her full-time job to build an agency on her own terms — and now finds herself buried under client obligations she can't seem to escape. Every new project feels like a trap, and turning down work feels like a risk she can't afford. Preston and Sabrina sit down with Jesse P. Gilmore of Niche in Control to map out exactly how agency owners can build for freedom instead of accidentally building another job — covering time systems, ideal client selection, offer design, and the mindset work that makes all of it stick.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Support our show...
Your Biggest Problem Isn't What You Think It Is (Ep. 336)
<p>Everyone says farming and ranching are hard—but what if the real problem isn't expenses… it's how money is being used?</p> <p>In this episode, Mary Jo tackles the backlash around "excess money," breaks down why being debt-free isn't the same as being financially secure, and explains why cash flow—not comfort—is the real solution.</p> <p>👉 Follow Mary Jo Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MaryJoIrmen?sub_confirmation=1</p> <p>👉 Get the book: https://www.farmingwithoutthebank.com...</p> <p>In this candid rant-meets-masterclass, Mary Jo responds to critics who claim there's no such thing as excess money in agriculture...
Talking Money w/ The Einstein of Wall Street (Peter Tuchman)
<p>In this week's episode of the Rich Habits Radar, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz are joined by Peter Tuchman in the Vault of the NYSE to talk about Peter's 40years of trading the stock market. </p><p>---</p><p>👉 To learn more about Peter, click here!</p><p>---</p><p>🤝 Interested in learning more about ETFs? </p><p>Check out our friends at ETF Central! Click here!</p><p>---</p><p>🥇 NEOS' Gold High Income ETF (IAUI) was nominated by ETF dot com for "Best New Options Income ETF for 2026," woohoo! </p><p>Please vote for them by clicking here!</p><p>---</p><p>✅ Read...
Banks Don't Want You Knowing This About Investments (Ep. 334)
<p>Most people believe they're doing the right thing by maxing out their 401(k) or IRA.</p> <p>But what if the entire system is designed to trap you later with higher taxes, forced withdrawals, and lost control? Follow Mary Jo Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MaryJoIrmen?sub_confirmation=1</p> <p> Get the book: https://www.farmingwithoutthebank.com/book/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=fwtb-ep334&utm_term=desc-top In this episode of Farming Without the Bank, we break down The Market Scam from Nelson Nash's Building Your Warehouse of Wealth** and expose what most financial advisors never...
INTERVIEW | Make Money with Strategy Sprints, feat. Simon Severino
<p>Simon Severino is the founder of Strategy Sprints and a global business advisor who has generated over $2 billion in additional sales for his clients. A former strategy consultant working with S&P 500 boardrooms, Simon now helps high-ticket entrepreneurs reclaim 14+ hours per week using his Strategy Sprints method. He’s a bestselling author, top-ranked podcast host, TEDx speaker, Forbes contributor, triathlete—and co-author of Time Freedom with legendary marketer Jay Abraham. Simon blends deep philosophical thinking with practical execution, helping founders build multiple money systems while designing a life they actually want to live.</p> <p>On this episode we talk ab...
Ep 270: David Shedd on China’s Spies
<p>David Shedd, former Acting Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency and author of The Great Heist: China’s Epic Campaign to Steal America’s Secrets, joins the show to discuss Chinese spy craft.</p> <p>▪️</p> <p>Times</p> <p>02:05 Early days</p> <p>06:49 CIA</p> <p>09:28 Sandinistas and revolutionaries </p> <p>15:14 IC preparation </p> <p>18:35 A great awakening</p> <p>26:11 Industrial espionage </p> <p>30:50 National Intelligence Estimate</p> <p>34:11 The MSS</p> <p>44:19 The culture of the 18th Bureau </p> <p>50:17 Battlefield consequences </p> <p>55:20 Counterarguments</p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow along on Instagram, X @schoolofwarpod, and YouTube @Scho...
698 - PREORDER Escaping Quicksand - 10 Steps to Overcome the Overwhelm of Modern Homelife
<p >I've been talking about a book I've been writing and I'm here to tell you all the juicy details and that you can preorder it now! In the end, I realized the world didn't need a book on how to organize your home because you have no resources to complete the tasks. Escaping Quicksand will arm you with the tools to get your home organized and move to productivity!</p> <p >Thought Process and Creation</p> <p >This is my sixth book. I don't tell you that to brag. I tell you that to share that I have published...
Do I Have to Sacrifice Family for Growth?
<p>Jenna finds herself wanting to build a successful business without sacrificing her values or family time. Preston Lee and Dawn Andrews share what it takes to design a leadership role that truly fits your life, offering compassionate insights for ambitious professionals navigating the complex terrain of work-life integration.</p> <p>Support our show sponsors -> https://freelancetofounder.com/sponsors</p> <p>Submit your own question -> https://freelancetofounder.com/ask</p> <p>Connect with Dawn on Linkedin -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/freerangethinking/</p> <p>Listen to Dawn's Podcast -> https://open.spotify.com/show/5tFfxkHltyeAeetz9ao4pu</p><p> </p><p>L...
Commodity Prices Trap Farmers In Debt (Ep. 335)
<p>Most farmers still buy equipment the old way—cash or bank loans—losing years of compound growth. What if the problem isn't your policy… It's when the money runs through it?</p> <p>👉 Follow Mary Jo Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MaryJoIrmen?sub_confirmation=1</p> <p>👉 Get the book: https://www.farmingwithoutthebank.com...</p> <p>In this episode, Mary Jo breaks down the "before asset" idea: running money through your whole life policy before you buy equipment, cattle, or cover operating expenses. She explains why premium is what makes you money, why loans themselves don't, and how to think differently a...
Perspectives: Navigating sustainable infrastructure transition with Grupo Mexico
<p>Irma Potes, Director of Community Outreach, Grupo Mexico, Paulina Serrano, Deputy Director of Sustainability, Grupo Mexico, joins Natalie Blyth, Global Head of Sustainable Finance & Transition, HSBC and Jose Carlos Sanchez, Mexico Chief Economist, HSBC Global Investment Research, to discuss Grupo Mexico's innovative approach to sustainability transition as well as their impact on communities and the environment.</p><p>This episode was recorded on 16 October 2025.</p><p>Disclaimer: Views of external guest speakers do not represent those of HSBC.</p>
Ep 269: Walter Russell Mead on Donald and Davos and Greenland, Oh My!
<p>Walter Russell Mead, Alexander Hamilton Professor of Strategy and Statecraft at the University of Florida's Hamilton Center and columnist for The Wall Street Journal, joins the show to discuss foreign policy in the Age of Trump.</p> <p>▪️</p> <p>Times</p> <p>03:15 An extraordinary week</p> <p>05:06 The Transatlantic relationship</p> <p>09:02 Turning to China </p> <p>16:10 Greenland</p> <p>27:03 Post-presidency Trump</p> <p>32:25 Harder now</p> <p>43:08 Zelenskyy</p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow along on Instagram, X @schoolofwarpod, and YouTube @SchoolofWarPodcast</p> <p><br></p> <p>Find more content on our School of War Substack</p>
694 - My Word of the Year: Discipline
<p >I left you hangin' in the last episode as to what the mindset shift is that you must have so that you can be a productive person. It's Discipline. And discipline is my word for this year. "Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment" - Jim Rohn</p> <p >What is the definition?</p> <p >-Some of you may have a negative knee jerk reaction to the word discipline. Ready for me to reframe discipline in you mind? It is…</p> <p >-The act of gaining control with obedience and order (like holding yourself accountable to picking up af...
Becoming More Resilient | 5 Minute Friday
The Macro Brief – The USD's struggle
<p>Paul Mackel, Global Head of FX Research, looks at what’s causing USD weakness and which currencies could stand to benefit.</p><p>Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/rdpJ66b</p><p>Stay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Investment Research follow us on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/hsbcresearch/ or click here: https://www.gbm.hsbc.com/insights/global-research.</p>
This Mistake Cost Me $30,000
<p>Lena is a new freelancer staring down one of the most universally dreaded moments in self-employment: tax season. She knows taxes are confusing, but she's not sure whether to invest in an accountant from the start or try to handle it herself. Preston and Austin Church—both of whom learned the hard way—share what they wish someone had told them earlier, including the costly mistake that set Preston back $20,000 to $30,000, and the simple mindset shift that makes all the difference.</p> <p><br>Support our show sponsors -> https://freelancetofounder.com/sponsors</p> <p>Submit your own question -> https://f...
Insurance Premiums Are Destroying Farms—Here's What Actually Works (Ep. 340 )
<p>Insurance premiums doubling… tripling… and companies still denying claims. Should you just self-insure and be done with it—or will that decision wreck your finances when disaster hits?</p> <p>In this episode of Farming Without the Bank, we dig into Chapter 8: Building Your Warehouse of Wealth and talk about what self-insuring really looks like using cash value life insurance, and where it absolutely does not make sense to go it alone.</p> <p>🔍 What You'll Learn</p> <p>When it actually makes sense to self-insure vs. when you're just gambling</p> <p>How Nelson Nash used dividend-paying whole life to s...
Resolutions: Invest Down
TMF PREVIEW | Make Friends with Jon Levy
<p>Ready to rethink everything you thought you knew about networking? In this revealing preview from Travis Makes Friends, Travis Chappell sits down with behavioral scientist and author Jon Levy to unpack why traditional networking feels gross—and what actually works instead.</p> <p>Jon breaks down the four psychological triggers that open doors with high-level performers: novelty, access to other influential people, generosity without hidden agendas, and the rare emotional state of awe. He explains why powerful leaders don’t need another coffee meeting, how the brain’s novelty center drives curiosity and memory, and why most influential people spend far m...
Begin with the End in Mind | 5 Minute Friday
Ep 271: Geoff Ball on the Future of America’s Infantry
<p>Geoff Ball, U.S. Marine Corps infantry officer, staff director for the Naval Academy’s Leadership Education and Development Division and Executive Editor of The Connecting File, joins the show to discuss the radical changes and surprising continuities in how America’s grunts will fight.</p> <p>▪️</p> <p>Times</p> <p>02:25 The Connecting File</p> <p>06:22 How is the infantry doing?</p> <p>14:10 Companies of the future</p> <p>23:22 Information and trust </p> <p>29:57 Innovative spirit</p> <p>33:30 Light Armored Recon </p> <p>39:05 Drone battalions</p> <p>42:24 Learning the right lessons from Ukraine</p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow alo...
SPECIAL EDITION: Building a secure payments strategy
<p>Every business wants its payments to process smoothly. Simply put, if you’re introducing friction into your payment processes, you’re making it harder to drive revenue and dissuading users from becoming return customers.</p><p>One sector that knows this better than most is iGaming, which has to meet the demands of users around the world including mobile payments, virtual wallets, and cross-border social gaming payouts.</p><p>Delivering all this in near real-time, with adequate security and reliable infrastructure, is no small feat. How are these payment systems possible?</p><p>In this special edition of the ITPr...
Under the Banyan Tree – China's silver spenders
<p>Herald and Fred dive into the world of Chinese demographics, discussing the effects of an aging population on spending trends and the wider economy.</p><p>Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/ztJvBkx</p><p>Stay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn or click here: https://www.gbm.hsbc.com/insights/global-research.</p>
What To Systemize First?
<p>Dave's agency is humming along, but everything — how he prices, how he delivers, how he handles problems — lives entirely in his head. It's worked so far, but he can feel it starting to strain. So he's asking the question every growing agency owner eventually faces: if I had to pick just one or two things to systemize first, what would they be? Preston, Sabrina, and Jesse P. Gilmore from Niche in Control dig into exactly that — walking through a practical, priority-ordered approach to getting out of your own head without turning your business into a corporate machine.</p> <p><br></p...
699 - Escaping Quicksand: Chapter 1 My Quicksand Story
<p >Here it is, the first chapter of my latest book Escaping Quicksand. I thought it was necessary for the reader to understand that I too have found myself in quicksand and realized there was no rock bottom to hit. Through escaping "the quicksand", I learned the lesson of the unpopular truth that you have to make yourself a priority. </p> <p >How Did I Get In the Pit of Despair?</p> <p >I've always been a planner and organized. But the systems I brought into adulthood slowly started to break as the complexity of life increased by adding a...
#363 Neil: AI In 2026 Why 15 Famous Tips Will Bankrupt Your Small Business
<p>AI in 2026 is full of bad advice that looks smart but will destroy your hard work. Do not fire your team or buy every new app. We break down 15 popular traps you must avoid and show exactly what you need to do instead to win today. Read this before you lose your money! 🔥</p><p></p><p>We'll talk about:</p>Keeping your real workers instead of firing them for machines.Fixing your broken sales process by hand before automating it.Using real humans for customer feelings and bots just for basic facts.Learning how the machine thinks so you...
Isopraxism | 5 Minute Friday
Under the Banyan Tree – Can Vietnam hit its own high targets?
<p>Fred welcomes Senior ASEAN Economist Yun Liu to the podcast to talk Vietnam's lofty economic goals and whether a growth target of at least 10% year-on-year is achievable.</p><p>Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/kGTvZk9</p><p>Stay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn or click here: https://www.gbm.hsbc.com/insights/global-research.</p>
Going all-in on digital sovereignty
<p>Digital sovereignty has quietly become one of the most urgent requirements in the tech sector. Once a matter for policy debate, this is now a critical business issue and as much a matter of resilience as one of compliance.</p><p>Indeed while we’ve spoken about the need for digital sovereignty before, recent geopolitical developments have cast the debate in far starker light. With European governments and businesses leaning heavily into digital sovereignty, it’s clear there’s an emerging race to secure critical workloads.</p><p>Just how important will digital sovereignty be in 2026?</p><p>In this e...
The 1-3-1 Rule | 5 Minute Friday
🎙️ EP 214: Nvidia’s $68B AI Boom, Agents That Learn by Watching You Work
<p>AI just crossed a strange turning point. GPUs are sold out, AI agents are learning from videos, and big labs are quietly reshaping the future of compute behind the scenes.</p><p></p><p>We’ll talk about:</p>Why Nvidia’s record $68B quarter proves AI compute is now direct revenueDeepSeek freezing out Nvidia while still relying on its chips and what that signals globallyFDM-1, the new AI model learning computer skills just by watching videosWhy always-on agents and remote AI control may change how we work sooner than expected<p>Keywords: Nvidia, AI compute, DeepSeek, ChatGPT Pro Lite...
#364 Neil: AI Business Ideas To Build A Million Dollar Company Fast In 2026
<p>Do you want to start a new company but feel stuck? Get the most profitable AI business ideas today! I will show you seven easy steps to build your dream company and make real money online much faster than before. Do not wait anymore and start building your future right now! 💡</p><p></p><p>We'll talk about:</p>How to find a strong personal reason to start your own business.Using simple tools to check if the market really wants your product.Finding out exactly who will buy from you using fake customer profiles.Picking the absolute best mar...
156: Financial Red Flags in Relationships
<p>In this week's episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz share their financial red flags for relationships. With Valentine's Day right around the corner, there's no better time than to have these open and honest conversations about money with your significant other.</p><p>---</p><p>🎨 Skip the waitlist and invest in blue-chip art for the very first time by signing up for Masterworks: masterworks.art/richhabits</p><p>---</p><p>🥇 The NEOS High Income Gold ETF, IAUI, has been nominated for "Best New Options Income ETF."</p><p>Click here to learn more!</p><p>---</p><p>💸...
Perspectives: Navigating sustainable infrastructure transition with Grupo Mexico
<p>Irma Potes, Director of Community Outreach, Grupo Mexico, Paulina Serrano, Deputy Director of Sustainability, Grupo Mexico, joins Natalie Blyth, Global Head of Sustainable Finance & Transition, HSBC and Jose Carlos Sanchez, Mexico Chief Economist, HSBC Global Investment Research, to discuss Grupo Mexico's innovative approach to sustainability transition as well as their impact on communities and the environment.</p>
The Liquidity Problem with Annuities Nobody Warns You About (Ep. 342)
<p>Are annuities a smart retirement strategy… or a costly mistake?</p> <p>There are people who swear by annuities. Others avoid them completely. In this episode of Farming Without the Bank, we break down the real pros and cons of annuities—especially compared to dividend-paying whole life insurance and the Infinite Banking Concept.</p> <p>👉 Follow Mary Jo Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MaryJoIrmen...<br /> 👉 Get the book: https://www.farmingwithoutthebank.com...</p> <p>If you've ever wondered whether annuities provide true security, tax advantages, or financial flexibility, this episode will help you think through the decision more clearly.</p> <p>🔎 Wh...
#362 Neil: Advanced ChatGPT 5 Clever Tricks To Finish Your Office Work Really Fast
<p>Do you want to finish all your heavy office work in just a few minutes? Most people only use basic AI features and waste so much time. Learn how to set up Advanced ChatGPT to do deep research, find your weak spots, and teach you fast. Get your free time back today! 🔥</p><p></p><p>We'll talk about:</p>How to build a permanent AI brain that remembers your personal work style and exact goals.Ways to do multiple heavy tasks at the exact same time using Agent Mode and Vision features.How to use the Devil's Advocate met...
Q&A: Our Favorite AI Stocks, Inheriting $850K, & Improving Credit Scores
<p>In this week's episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz answer your questions!</p><p>---</p><p>💰 NEOS' IAUI ETF has been nominated for "Best New Options Income ETF" by ETF dot com -- please vote for them by clicking this link!</p><p>---</p><p>🧠 Ready to build your own investable index using AI? Generated Assets on Public makes it easy. </p><p>Click here to try Generated Assets!</p><p>---</p><p>💰 Download the 2026 Wealth-Building Workbook, click here!</p><p>---</p><p>🚀 Join 890+ other podcast listeners inside of the Rich Habits Network and invest alongside Robert and Austin, click here!</p><p>---</p><p>⚡️ Sign up for the Rich...
695- Mental Ozempic - How to Quiet the Female Household Manager's Mind
<p >Ozempic is to food chatter as Index cards are to the invisible work of being a household manager. We write any thought down, cognitive offloading, and free up capacity to THINK. As household managers we aren't struggling so much with the housework, it's all of the invisible thoughts that interrupt what we were doing and now can't remember what we need to do. We are constantly volleying between working memory and prospective memory! Your working memory is your primary executive function. I want your working memory to serve its actual purpose, not just remembering to put the clothes in...
Ep 275: Michael Baumgartner on Marco Rubio’s Speech and the Future of Europe
<p>Rep. Michael Baumgartner of Washington State’s 5th Congressional District joins the show to give his key takeaways from the Munich Security Conference.</p> <p>▪️</p> <p>Times</p> <p>01:34 Getting to Munich</p> <p>05:22 European attitude </p> <p>14:20 AOC and recalibration </p> <p>17:50 Germany returns</p> <p>23:59 Rubio’s speech</p> <p>30:23 Ukraine </p> <p>39:22 Iran and a “good” deal</p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow along on Instagram, X @schoolofwarpod, and YouTube @SchoolofWarPodcast</p>
SOLO | Make Money by Mastering Your Habits
<p>In this solo episode of Travis Makes Money, Travis Chappell steps up to the mic to unpack powerful life lessons he’s collected over the past several years—73 lessons, 19 book ideas, and countless reflections distilled into one high-impact conversation. Drawing from personal experience, business insights, fatherhood, and even his battle with cancer, Travis shares the mindset shifts that have shaped his growth as an entrepreneur and leader. This episode is a rapid-fire guide to building better habits, embracing radical responsibility, and becoming the version of yourself capable of achieving bigger goals.</p> <p>On this episode we talk about:</p> ...
CO-HOST | Make Money by Understanding What’s Really Driving the Housing Market
<p>On this episode, Travis Chappell is joined by his producer Eric for a live reaction and breakdown of a recent housing policy proposal from Donald Trump aimed at banning institutional investors from buying single-family homes. They react to a viral breakdown from Graham Stephan and unpack what’s actually happening beneath the headlines—from inventory shortages and interest rate lock-in to zoning laws and Wall Street narratives.</p> <p>The conversation blends humor, impressions, and real analysis as they explore whether banning big investors would actually make homes more affordable—or accidentally make things worse.</p> <p>On this episode we t...
Under the Banyan Tree – How to read a record-breaking CNY
<p>Back from the Chinese New Year break, Fred welcomes Chief China Economist Jing Liu and Head of A-share Consumer Research Kathy Song to the podcast to talk holiday spending in Asia's top economy.</p><p>Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast:https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/20/wT2k7f6<br> <br>Stay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn or click here: https://www.gbm.hsbc.com/insights/global-research.</p>
Q&A: Big Beautiful Bill Tax Deductions, Buying a House w/ In-Laws, & Saving for an MBA
<p>In this week's episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz answer your questions!</p><p>---</p><p>🧠 Ready to build your own investable index using AI? Generated Assets on Public makes it easy. </p><p>Click here to try Generated Assets!</p><p>---</p><p>💰 Download the 2026 Wealth-Building Workbook, click here!</p><p>---</p><p>🚀 Join 900+ other podcast listeners inside of the Rich Habits Network and invest alongside Robert and Austin, click here!</p><p>---</p><p>⚡️ Sign up for the Rich Habits Newsletter and never miss a market-moving headline again, click here!</p><p>---</p><p>⭐ Download our FREE Financial Planner – click here</p><p>⭐ Download our FREE Budgeting Template –...
158: Why You Feel Behind Financially
<p>In this week's episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz share their perspectives as to why people feel behind financially -- even when they're not. </p><p>---</p><p>⚙️ We're thrilled to introduce the Rich Habits Money Map! </p><p>If you're someone ready to automate your saving and investing, the Rich Habits way, this workflow by Sequence is for you. </p><p>Click here to sign up for Sequence and gain access to our Rich Habits Money Map! </p><p>---</p><p>💸 Use Public to build your own investable index with Generated Assets! You'll...
#357 Max: The "Zero-Follower" Client Secret ($100k/mo Without an Audience)
<p>Stop believing the "Audience Myth." 🛑 You do NOT need 100k YouTube subscribers or a viral personal brand to scale an AI agency to six figures. In a world where AI spending is hitting $2.53 trillion, businesses aren't looking for "influencers"—they are looking for a systematic way to stop wasting money on manual labor.</p><p>We’re breaking down the 3 Proven Methods to land high-ticket AI clients from a standing start, even if your only social media follower is your mom.</p><p>We’ll talk about:</p>The Audience Myth: Why most $100k/month agencies have zero social presence...
The agentic identity crisis
<p>Identity controls in the enterprise have only become more complicated over the last few years.</p><p>Initially, the focus was on IoT devices, which were exploding in the enterprise environment. But recent years have brought an onslaught of AI tools and AI agents, all of which come with security and governance complications.</p><p>How can business leaders get a grip on the adoption of AI agents, particularly as these tools begin to communicate with one another and with third-party enterprise tools?</p><p>In this episode, Rory speaks to Shiven Ramji, president, Auth0 at Okta, to discuss...
Dow Hits 50K, AI Agents (OpenClaw) & Investing in Texas
<p>In this week's episode of the Rich Habits Radar, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz cover the Dow Jones Industrial Average hitting 50K, January's top notch job numbers, and the rise of the AI agent ie OpenClaw. </p><p>👉 Here's that article about AI we talked about on the episode. </p><p>🤖 We're also joined by Bryan Chambers, Co-Founder and President of Capital Factory. </p><p>Huge thank you to Capital Factory for partnering with us on our first ever in-person event taking place later this year!</p><p>---</p><p>🤝 Interested in learning more about ETFs? </p><p>Check out...
Are hyperscalers backing out of Net Zero?
<p>The environmental impact of AI is a growing area of study and one that businesses must begin to seriously consider.</p><p>When you power a data center with coal, it’s obvious that it’s having a detrimental impact on the environment. But is a ‘green’ data center really green? And to what extent might the benefits of AI outweigh potential environmental negatives?</p><p>In this episode, Jane and Rory discuss the shifting sustainability targets of the world’s public cloud giants, as caused by AI, and what they’re doing to get back on track.</p><p>Read more...
