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The Fat & Broke Podcast Peter Brouillard, Gary Donia, & Sarah Newell
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4.9 • 32 Ratings
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Helping ourselves and others achieve better physical, mental, and financial health.
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178 | Mastermind Group | Pressing Reset, Misophonia, & Random Acts Of Kindness
Show Summary:
In today’s Fat & Broke Mastermind Group…
We discuss:
Pressing The Reset ButtonMisophoniaRandom Acts Of KindnessLeave A Voice Memo | Review The Show | Follow | Subscribe | Newsletter
Intro:
Gary doesn’t listen when Peter and Sarah are talking. We also take stock to see if we have improved since starting the show.
Headline Of The Week:
Record-Breaking Egg Prices Prompt Accusations Of Price Gouging
Mastermind Group:
Gary has been working on performing random acts of kindness. He names a few and his rationale for doing them.
Peter discusses the concept of misophonia. Why is it that sound bothers some and not others?
Sarah had an excellent post-work vent session with a friend that helped her reset. She discusses this and the need to do this more in the future.
Resources Mentioned In This Episode:
Worth The Weight… (Monthly Newsletter) -
177 | How To Pay Down Debt | Strategies To Achieve A Debt Free Life
Show Summary:
Inflation continues to hit most Americans' bottom line. The things we use and need the most are costing more than ever. Groceries, gas, electricity, and everything we use daily cost more than last year. On top of that, people are losing jobs, and a recession is looming or already here. The savings that most people collected during the pandemic shutdown have been whittled away, and many people have turned to credit and debt to make ends meet. If this sounds like your story, you are not alone! In today's episode of The Fat & Broke Podcast, we will help you better understand debt and give you all the tools you need to pay it down fast!
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Intro:
Peter is back from a vacation and feels full of vigor, which is not great for the rest of us.
Headline Of The Week:
Credit card debt increased to record $931 billion: Here's how to pay debt quickly
How To Pay Down Debt:
TrackBuild A GapMake A PlanExecute & AutomateStay The CourseDon’t Add More DebtTo learn more about the steps above, listen to the show!
Resources:
MintYNABUndebt.it -
176 | Mastermind Group | The Network, Mo Money No Problems, & This Old House
Show Summary:
Welcome to the Fat & Broke mastermind group. In today's session…
We discuss:
The NetworkMo Money, No ProblemsThis Old HouseLeave A Voice Memo | Review The Show | Follow | Subscribe | Newsletter
Intro:
Gary had a colonoscopy, so we discussed his experience and the process. Who wouldn't want to hear about that!!
Headline Of The Week:
4 Misleading Personal Finance Tips
Mastermind Group:
Gary's son had a recent medical issue, and he talks about how the network he has cultivated over the years helped him navigate the healthcare system to get his son what he needed quickly.
Peter is considering doing an extensive home renovation. In this case, we discuss the concept of return on investment and whether or not that even applies to help Peter decide whether to do it.
Sarah is now making enough money not to have to worry about money. We discuss how this makes her feel and what has changed.
Resources Mentioned In This Episode:
Worth The Weight… (Monthly Newsletter) -
175 | So Lonely | America's Loneliness Crisis
Show Summary:
Are you lonely? Do the people in your life appear to be more lonely than before? The chances are you answered yes to both of these questions. Why? Because America is in the midst of a loneliness crisis. In today's episode of The Fat & Broke Podcast, we discuss the rise of loneliness and some possible solutions to help us all feel more connected.
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Intro:
We are recording during an arctic blast with temperatures dipping to minus 40 degrees.
Headline Of The Week:
Amazon Launches A Subscription Prescription Drug Service
America’s Loneliness Crisis:
Stats:
29% of households are one person36% of Americans feel lonely61% of young adults feel lonely51% of moms with young kids feel lonelyLoneliness increased with CovidEffects of Loneliness:
Earl DeathDepressionAnxietyHeart DiseaseSubstance AbuseEquivalent To Smoking 15 Cigarettes A DayLoneliness Defined:
A Gap between the level of connectedness that you want and what you haveCauses:
CovidTechnology/InternetWork From HomeSocial MediaJob Changes/RelocationSolutions:
CounselingHobbiesReaching OutCommunity EventsReligionVolunteeringResources:
Rx Pass–Amazon Pharmacy -
174 | Mastermind Group | Trivia Night, Worth The Call, & Status Symbols
Show Summary:
Welcome to the Fat & Broke mastermind group. In today's session…
We discuss:
Worth The CallStatus SymbolsTrivia NightLeave A Voice Memo | Review The Show | Follow | Subscribe | Newsletter
Intro:
None. Right into this week's headline.
Headline Of The Week:
Financial Literacy Cost 15% Of Adults $10000 in 2022
Mastermind Group:
Gary has adopted a new policy for when things he owns break, saving him a lot of money.
Peter discusses treating people well regardless of their "status."
Sarah has embraced a new role at work as the weekly trivia hostess. It's a great lesson about the benefits of going outside your comfort zone.
Resources Mentioned In This Episode:
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173 | Get To $1000 | How To Save $1000 In Thirty Days
Show Summary:
Have you ever tried to save $1000 in one month? Does that sound impossible to do? Each of us in today’s show reveals our own path to $1000 in 30 days. If you are someone who thinks an emergency fund is not possible, then this show is perfect for you. Stay tuned to the Fat & Broke Podcast as we get to $1000!!!
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Intro:
None
Headline Of The Week:
Stanford Study Reveals Secrets to Sustainable Weight Loss: Behaviors and Biomarkers Exposed
First To $1000:
Gary
Cut monthly food costs (Savings = $500)Cut Amazon spending by 50% (Savings = $300)Sell things not being used (Savings = $200)Open a new credit card and get a bonus (Savings = $200)Open a new bank account for a bonus (Savings = $50-$200)Sarah
Use a hobby to make money such as baking (Savings = $200+)Have a yard sale (Savings = $300)Cut back on YOLOs such as nails and hair (Savings = $300)Take online surveys (Savings = $50)Sell pictures of feet (Savings = $0)Peter
Add two lifestyle coaching clients (Savings = $450)Sell HTC Vive (Savings = $300)Cut eating out (Savings = $300)Limit shopping to $1000 (Savings = $500)
Customer Reviews
Awesome podcast!
I really appreciate this podcast and the helpful information it provides on such a wide variety of topics. I love the banter between hosts and they don't use a lot of inside jokes that the audience wouldn't get (i've heard this on other podcasts) and are able to balance between being light hearted and funny but serious at times. They really speak to their audience and aren't just focused on each other. Thank u for this podcast!
The Best!
The chemistry these three have is fantastic. This podcast is fun and laugh out loud funny, but also incredibly informative. They do a great job of helping to explain and deliver serious, complex information in a very accessible, actionable way.
Lots of laughs and learning!
Every time I listen to this podcast, I learn many valuable tips in the midst of tons of laughter!
Thanks to Gary, Sarah, and Peter, I’ve learned more about intelligent financial planning and even found an excellent budgeting app that is helping us better understand our finances and set new goals.
I’m looking forward to learning more with each episode!