The Financial Samurai Podcast

The Financial Samurai Podcast


Latest Episodes

How To Increase Your Chances Of Getting Into A Top College
December 16, 2024

I speak to high school principal, John Durante, about his latest book, We also talk in depth about how high school students can boost their chances of getting into a top college. John has interviewe

Concerns From Retirement Planners With Steve Chen, Founder of Boldin (formerly NewRetirement)
December 06, 2024

I recently spoke with Steve Chen, founder of (formerly NewRetirement), about common concerns retirees face. Boldin stands out as the most comprehensive DIY financial planning software Ive encountere

The 4% Rule: Clearing Up Misconceptions With Its Creator Bill Bengen
November 15, 2024

I had the pleasure of speaking with Bill Bengen, creator of the "4% Rule" for retirement planning. Bill has been a reader of Financial Samurai for many years and has always been courteous in the comme

What A Trump Presidency Means For Your Investments, Net Worth, And Career
November 07, 2024

Donald Trump will be the 47th President of the United States, this time with JD Vance as his Vice President. Lets explore how this new Trump presidency might impact your finances. Well look at how T

Investing In Fine Wine And Whiskey With Anthony Zhang From Vinovest
October 25, 2024

Investing in alternative assets has become an increasingly popular way to diversify beyond traditional stocks and bonds. Wine and whiskey, in particular, are gaining traction due to their potential fo

College Admission Consulting For High Schoolers With Alice Chen
October 10, 2024

If you have children, you likely want to provide them with the best education possible, which may include helping them get into a top college. Along the way, you may come across college consulting ser

What A Fed Rate Cut Means For Real Estate, Stocks, and Your Retirement
September 18, 2024

After four years, the Federal Reserve has finally cut the Fed Funds rate by 50 basis points, bringing the target range to 4.75% - 5%. Expectations point to another 50 basis points in cuts for 2024 and

Maximizing Real Estate Returns In A Multi-Year Rate Cut Environment
September 09, 2024

I speak to Ben Miller, CEO of about investing in real estate during a multi-year rate cut environment. With the Federal Reserve finally cutting rates in September 2024 after raising them in 2022, rea

From Making $2 Million A Year To Quitting His Finance Job With Khe Hy
August 29, 2024

I speak with Khe Hy, who spent 15 years on and became one of the youngest Managing Directors at BlackRock at just 31. He earned up to $2 million a yearthen he quit! His journey mirrors mine in many

How Much You Really Need to Invest to Break Free from Work And Change Your Life
August 15, 2024

After 15 years of experimenting with and living an early retirement lifestyle, I've developed my Minimum Investment Threshold Formula to help determine when you can finally break free from a suboptima