Analog Advisor Wes Brown and Dr. Sonya Lutter

Have you ever wondered how the wealth management industry has changed over time and where it's headed in the future? Tune in to hear Dr. Jim Grubman, expert in family wealth and dynamics, unpack his model of "wealth 3.0" - a new approach that moves beyond the fear and negativity of the past to create a more robust field of family advising.Dr. Grubman sits down with hosts Wes Brown and Dr. Sonya Lutter to share effective strategies for nurturing financially savvy children, confidently navigati...

With over two decades of experience in psychology, social work, marriage, and family therapy, Shanna Jager has realized the power of a strengths-based approach. She joins hosts Wes Brown and Sonya Lutter to share how focusing on strengths rather than weaknesses can revolutionize everything from personal growth to family finances.Shanna, Executive Director of the Children’s Alliance in Kansas, discusses her journey from the National Guard to becoming a Clifton Strengths coach, and how she appl...

Is constant parental supervision limiting children's ability to develop problem-solving skills? In this episode, hosts Wes Brown and Dr. Sonya Lutter explore childhood independence and resilience with guest Lenore Skenazy, founder of the organization Let Grow and author of the book "Free-Range Kids."Skenazy shares her journey advocating for more freedom for kids through experiences like independent travel. Skenazy discusses reasonable childhood independence laws and how giving kids opportunit...

In this recap episode, hosts Dr. Sonya Lutter and Wes Brown reflect on conversations about mental health with Elizabeth Afeman, and navigating the combined emotional and financial implications of relationship changes with Dr. Michael Kothakota. They discuss why rates of anxiety and depression remain dangerously high after years of isolation and why positive psychology approaches may hold more promise for improving mental health than simply medicating symptoms.- - - - - - - - - - - - - -...

In the second part of the conversation with financial advisor Michael Kothakota, hosts Wes Brown and Sonya Lutter aim to offer listeners actionable advice for navigating the complexities of financial well-being and relationship dynamics.From making academic research more accessible and the importance of financial transparency in marriages, to handling client emotions, and the impact of financial delegation on relationships, Michael shares invaluable insights.Through candid discussion and thou...

Financial advisor and divorce planning specialist Michael Kothakota joins host Sonya Lutter and Wes Brown to offer invaluable insights into the intricate world of divorce planning and financial consulting.Michael shares his career trajectory, from serving in the National Guard to establishing his own firm. He also provides practical advice and expert guidance on divorce processes and the emotional complexities of navigating divorce cases from a financial perspective. Tune in to hear Mich...