Radical Personal Finance Joshua Sheats

Just so you are aware there are medical situations in early gestation that put the mothers life at risk. If undiagnosed it can cause her to become barren or worse she can bleed out. I was very opposed to all forms of abortion, until my sister almost died from an ectopic that ruptured on her way home from a drs Apt. when my very first pregnancy was a ectopic I knew my risk of a second was higher. I have a child now after 2 medically terminated ectopic pregnancies. An ectopic is not going to result in a full term healthy baby, and if allowed to progress can cause the woman to loose any chance of future pregnancy. For this reason I’m no longer able to be completely against abortion. It should be used in extreme conditions not as a second form of birth control.

I’ve listened to many episodes over the years, but this episode was terrible in its application and applicability to your average household. 91.5 percent of US households own cars for a multitude of reasons - most importantly, many people need them. I’m not talking about Uber and for hire drivers who make a living utilizing automobiles for income, nor the person who owns a fleet of U-Haul trucks. I’m talking about individuals with families, the disabled, folks in urban and rural areas, and in some cases the elderly (individuals with vestibular, physical, and sensory challenges). Yes, once upon a time cars were merely a symbol of prestige and class - most people couldn’t afford them. But thanks to our competitive market, the assembly line, and the creation of reliable cars that require less maintenance (as an example, oil change intervals at 10k miles versus 3k), automobile ownership strikes me as a low contender when it comes to a discussion on the “ultimate freedom machine” (though I do agree that many people driving “ultimate driving machines” [BMWs] might be handcuffed to their mechanics). I concede that while this episode might be an eye opener for those who live in cities with mass transportation, it’s not practicable across the board. My opinion: a 40 minute podcast discussing financial responsibility and freedom should have broader applicability.

Thank you for your informative and thoughtful podcast. I’m so happy to hear historical and not hysterical thoughts on immigration. I’m a proud granddaughter of European immigrants who came for a better life. My Dad was a soldier in the Korean War. Most immigrants I know are hard working tax payers who contribute to our country.