Ideas by Mike™

Mike Milligan, CFP®

Welcome to Ideas by Mike™ — The Podcast with Mike Milligan, CFP®, where you will find one-of-a-kind financial planning advice for your one-of-a-kind life. With over 22 years of experience as a Certified Financial Planner®, Mike shares experiences and advice on crafting simple, easy-to-understand financial plans based on your values and priorities. He believes that taking a personalized approach is the best way to prepare for the future and gives meaning to your finances. So, follow along as Mike and his guests explore different strategies and tools that could help you secure your financial future in retirement!

  1. 6d ago

    A Story of Faith, Portfolio Design & Hidden Reasons to Get Annuities Right | Ideas by Mike™ EP56

    In this episode of the Ideas by Mike™ podcast, host Mike Milligan sits down with Tracy Lownsberry, an industry-leading financial professional, trusted trainer, and founder of The Annuity Giants. Tracy shares his unique journey from a small Michigan town to serving in the U.S. Army Special Operations and law enforcement, and how his faith and family values ultimately guided him into reshaping the financial services industry. The two dive deep into the nuances of portfolio construction, the reality of diversification, and how to effectively use wealth as a tool to buy back your time. Tracy also pulls back the curtain on the annuity market, debunking blanket statements and explaining how both consumers and advisors can navigate financial planning with total clarity and transparency.

  2. Jul 31

    Find Your One of a Kind: From Knowing the Problem to Fixing Your Retirement

    In this prequel episode of Ideas by Mike™, Mike steps up to the mic alone to break down the 6 Moves to Stop Borrowing Desires and Start Living a One-of-a-Kind Life.

  3. Jul 17

    The Massive Structural Differences When Evaluating Bitcoin vs Crypto | Ideas by Mike™ EP55

    Is your financial advisor still stuck in the 1960s? In this episode of Ideas by Mike™, host Mike Milligan, CFP sits down with Eric Runge, a third-generation entrepreneur and founder of Veritas Wealth, to discuss the institutionalization of financial planning and why standard commoditized products like the 60/40 portfolio are failing modern investors.

  4. Jul 3

    Financial Therapy 101: How Your "Money Scripts" Controls Your Future

    In this episode of Ideas by Mike™, financial therapist Erica Wasserman joins host Mike Milligan, CFP to explore the emotional side of retirement planning. Moving beyond just the spreadsheet, they discuss the concept of "Phase Three," how childhood "money scripts" unconsciously influence adult financial decisions, and the importance of aligning retirement visions as a couple. Erica provides practical frameworks—including her M.O.N.E.Y. communication method—for navigating tough conversations and setting healthy boundaries, emphasizing that a successful retirement is an emotional journey built on purpose, values, and intentionality.

  5. Jun 19

    How to Never Miss a Moment in Your Next Chapter with Dr. Gary David | Ideas by Mike™ Ep. 53

    Stop focusing only on the spreadsheet and start designing a life that matters. Join Mike Milligan, CFP® and design sociologist Dr. Gary David as they explore the human side of retirement, from navigating the “identity cliff” to the sociology of meaningful moments. Learn how to transition from a job title to a purposeful new chapter, bridge the communication gap with your spouse about legacy and money, and create “storyable” experiences that last a lifetime. Whether you are a pre-retiree or already in your next phase, discover why retirement is a sociology project, not just a financial one. Watch it on YouTube and don’t forget to subscribe for more! About our Guest: About our Guest: Dr. Gary David is a professor of sociology and experience design at Bentley University, where he has taught for over 25 years. He holds a PhD in sociology from Wayne State University and specializes in the intersection of how humans relate to one another and the art of designing meaningful experiences. As a design sociologist, keynote speaker, and host of the Experience by Design podcast, Dr. David studies how individuals build connection, belonging, and meaning, particularly during major life transitions like retirement. His professional background also includes judging international customer experience awards and applying his expertise in conversational analysis and linguistics to help people navigate the complex human elements of work, identity, and personal relationships. Websites: https://www.garycdavid.com/ | https://garyconnects.com/ LinkedIn: Gary C. David   **We’d love to hear your thoughts! Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a comment below!**

  6. Jun 5

    How to Retire into a Dream Job: The Emotional Nature of Retirement | Ideas by Mike™ (Ep. 52)

    In this episode of Ideas by Mike™, Mike Milligan, CFP® sits down with Dr. Ives Machiz, PhD, CFP®, a fee-only pioneer, shares lessons from 4 careers on retiring into purpose. Learn how coaching and financial education build self-sufficiency & reduce anxiety.

  7. May 22

    Information is Cheap, Transformation is Rare | Ideas by Mike™ (EP. 51)

    Are you endlessly consuming financial content but still feeling stuck? In this special solo episode of the Ideas by Mike podcast, Mike Milligan, CFP® takes a step back to connect the dots. Over the last fifteen episodes, we’ve explored wealth, health, fear, and communication—but how do all these pieces actually fit together into a real, actionable plan for your future? Join Mike as he bridges the gap between cheap information and rare transformation. You won’t hear any guests today, just a powerful look back so we can look forward to the next level of the show. Discover why building a “one-of-a-kind life” is about much more than just a spreadsheet, and find out the single most important question you need to ask yourself to finally get unstuck. Stop doom-scrolling and start planning. Subscribe to our YouTube and Tune in to find your starting line! Also Get the Book “The One of a Kind Financial Plan” on Amazon: https://a.co/d/hAOPAgM #moneymanagementpodcast #financialplanningpodcast #Finance #Inflation #RetirementPlanning #EconomicHistory #IdeasByMikePodcast

  8. Apr 24

    Family Wealth Strategy: From One Generation to the Next | Dr. Megan McCoy (EP. 50)

    Are your childhood memories secretly managing your money? We ALL have these stories. On this week’s episode of the Ideas by Mike podcast, I sat down with Dr. Megan McCoy, one of the top academic minds in financial therapy. We went deep into the psychology of how we handle money across every generation. Dr. McCoy even shared her own vulnerable money story about how wanting to “save the world” made her think she had to take a vow of poverty—and how she rewrote that narrative. It was absolute podcast gold. If you’ve ever felt paralyzed by a financial decision, or if you’re arguing with your spouse about money, this episode is basically a free therapy session. Connect with Dr. Megan McCoy: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-mccoy-phd/ Watch the full episode here: YouTube Link To learn more about us, visit www.1oakfinancial.com   |  Don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube Channel for latest updates!

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About

Welcome to Ideas by Mike™ — The Podcast with Mike Milligan, CFP®, where you will find one-of-a-kind financial planning advice for your one-of-a-kind life. With over 22 years of experience as a Certified Financial Planner®, Mike shares experiences and advice on crafting simple, easy-to-understand financial plans based on your values and priorities. He believes that taking a personalized approach is the best way to prepare for the future and gives meaning to your finances. So, follow along as Mike and his guests explore different strategies and tools that could help you secure your financial future in retirement!

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  • Creator
    Mike Milligan, CFP®
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    57
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    Copyright © 2024 Ideas by Mike™
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