Curtain Call: All Stars Return to Talk Financial Independence, Fear, and Growth

Well, here we are—for the last time, for now. A couple weeks ago, I wrote an end-of-year letter that functioned like a little “status update” on how I’m feeling moving into 2026. In this episode, I invite back five of my favorite guests for their own check-ins. We talk about:



What it feels like to finally pull the “F.I.” rip cord (and whether it “works”)




How money changes relationships, and vice versa




Marriage between entrepreneurs




An economic diagnosis of our present moment 




Things we’ve changed our minds about in 2025




This felt like the most fitting possible capstone for the year and this chapter of the show. Thank you for tuning in week after week; thank you for being along for the ride as this show has evolved over the years and as I have evolved over the years; thank you for arguing with me in good faith and expanding my worldview; thank you for engaging with this show so earnestly and consistently. Until next time!



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