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William Irvine | Author | Stoic Practitioner | Summary: Want to live a better life? Ancient wisdom might have the answer. William Irvine shows how Stoicism, a philosophy from centuries ago, can help us navigate modern life and our relationship with money. Instead of chasing external success, he suggests focusing on what we can control - our reactions and emotions. Through practices like negative visualization (imagining losing what we have), Irvine reveals how ancient wisdom can help us apprecia

Dr. Olaya Moldes Andres | Senior Lecturer at Cardiff Business School | Summary In this episode, Dr. Olaya Moldes examines the fascinating connection between what we buy, who we are, and how we connect with others. She explains why understanding why we make purchases—whether for material goods or experiences—is essential for improving our well-being and relationships. Dr. Moldes explores how materialism can strain connections, why social bonds are key to happiness, and how our spending habits ref

With Dr. Sarah Asebedo | School Director | Researcher | Educator | Editor Episode Summary: In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Sarah Asebedo, a seasoned financial planner turned academic at Texas Tech University. We chat about how financial planning can truly change lives, focusing on the crucial bond between clients and advisors. Sarah introduces her Financial Planning Client Interaction Theory, highlighting how our personalities and emotions play into our financial choices. We also touch on t

With Paul Ollinger | Comedian | Speaker | Host at 'Reasonably Happy' Podcast | Summary: In this episode, Paul Ollinger shares heartfelt lessons about money, happiness, and fulfillment, inspired by his father’s example of frugality and contentment. Growing up in a large family, Paul reflects on how humour became a survival tool, fostering connection and resilience, and how it later shaped his career in comedy. He explores the role of laughter and joy in creating a meaningful life, highlighting ho

Dr. Shay Harris-Pierre | Professional Counselor | Associate Professor | Certified Financial Therapist Summary: Ever wonder why you think and act the way you do with money? In this episode, Shaun chats with Dr. Shea Harris-Pierre to uncover the hidden forces of financial socialization—the powerful influence of family, culture, and society on our money choices. Dr. Shea shares her own journey of redefining wealth as more than just financial success, exploring how well-being and emotional health pl

Jake Eagle | Psychotherapist | Mindful Instructor | Author Summary: Psychotherapist, mindfulness instructor, and author Jake Eagle joins Shaun Maslyk to explore awe's transformative power for lasting well-being, and happiness, and even how we relate to money. Jake shares his inspiring journey from business success to becoming a meta-therapist, where he now helps others tap into awe to enrich their lives. Together, they discuss the Awe Method—a simple, fast technique to experience awe—and its pot