In this episode, I sit down with Randy Gage for one of those conversations that just goes deep: talking about prosperity, what it actually takes to build something, and the mindset shifts that change everything. We get into why entrepreneurs are really just artists, why money isn't the point (it's just a tool), and why most people are playing the money game with the wrong rulebook. Spoiler: cutting out your daily coffee isn't the strategy.

Randy opens up about his journey from poverty and failure to building multiple multimillion-dollar businesses, and we dig into how health, relationships, contribution, and mindset all tie into real wealth. This conversation is about expanding what you think is possible, unlearning the toxic money beliefs you didn't even know you had, and understanding that abundance comes from solving problems and adding real value, not from playing it safe.

If you've ever felt stuck, played small, or wondered why some people keep winning while others are just trying not to lose, this one's going to challenge how you think about money, success, and what a prosperous life actually looks like.

In this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sit down with Adam Bruderly, founder of the 903 Collective and a former Vanguard finance leader, to talk about the question that quietly changes everything, what is your enough number.

We dig into why chasing a bigger title, a bigger account balance, or some imaginary finish line can leave you emptier than you expected, and how real wealth looks more like time, presence, health, relationships, and meaningful experiences than it looks like stuff. Adam shares how surviving 9/11 while working in the World Trade Center reshaped his entire life and made time the most valuable currency he tracks, because it is the one thing you cannot buy back. From memento mori and stoicism to the hedonic treadmill, the five regrets of the dying, and the difference between spending on things versus spending on experiences, this conversation reframes personal finance as a tool, not an identity. We also go deep on the 903 Collective’s four pillars, physical, mental, financial, and spiritual wellness, and why living your best version requires alignment across all four, not domination of just one.

If you have ever thought, when I get to X, then I will be happy, this episode is your wake up call to redefine success, protect your time, and build a life that feels rich right now.

In this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sit down with insurance pro Broc Buckles to talk about the unsexy side of wealth that actually keeps your whole plan from falling apart.

We get into why fee-only financial planners are such a game changer for regular people, how term life insurance, disability insurance, and umbrella policies quietly protect your future, and why “it won’t happen to me” is one of the most dangerous beliefs you can carry into adulthood. Broc breaks down, in plain English, how disability insurance can protect your income, why locking in term life insurance when you are young and healthy is such a smart move, and how a simple umbrella policy can save you from getting wiped out after a car accident or lawsuit. I share personal stories about friends and family who lost everything because they did not have the right coverage, a heart scare that changed my own insurability, and even a wild Hollywood scam that shows how “shiny object syndrome” can blind us to obvious red flags. We connect it all back to long term wealth building, Stoic thinking, and that Navy SEAL mindset of hoping for the best while preparing for the worst.

If you have ever wondered how insurance really fits into financial planning, how to protect your family, or how to find advisors who are not just trying to sell you a high commission product, this conversation will give you a real world playbook for using insurance as a key part of your personal finance and long term wealth strategy.

In this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sit down with financial advisor and life planner Justin Castelli to talk about what it really means to live an authentic life and align your money with who you actually are.

We get into intuition, synchronicity, manifestation and the law of attraction, but in a grounded way that still respects real world financial planning, budgets and cash flow. Justin shares how he shifted from traditional retirement and investment planning into life planning, helping clients define their purpose, values and vision first, then building the financial plan around that. I open up about my own story, my dad’s health scare, moving to Vietnam, surviving scams, being super woo woo, and how money as energy and strong money habits gave me the freedom to start multiple podcasts and build a media company for my family. We talk about money mindset, expanding income instead of only cutting expenses, why survival mode blocks intuition, how to balance spirituality and wealth, why your net worth will never exceed your self worth, and how to use side hustles and passion projects without needing to quit your day job tomorrow.

If you care about financial freedom, purpose, and becoming the most authentic version of yourself while still paying the bills, this conversation will hit you right in the soul and your money life.

In this episode of the Growing Money with Sean Trace podcast, I sit down with financial coach and counselor Jackson Larimer, host of the Money with Jackson podcast and a creator of a powerful millionaire interview series, to dig into what really separates people who get rich once from those who stay wealthy over the long term.

Jackson walks me through the three main millionaire paths, the stock market, real estate, and business ownership, and we talk about how financial education, simple tools, and a clear “why” matter more than flashy strategies or complex products. I share my own journey, from going back for my MBA and realizing it did not actually teach me practical money skills, to discovering concepts like cash flow, return on investment, and the Profit First method and finally getting honest about my own financial blind spots. Together we unpack why a basic intentional spending plan and a net worth statement can dramatically lower stress, why so many people feel controlled by money instead of using it as a tool, and how marketing and lifestyle pressure push people into buying new cars and luxury stuff before they’ve built real assets. Jackson shares a personal story from his time as a missionary in Guatemala that completely reframed how he thinks about giving and financial literacy, and we both dive into lifestyle design, aligning money with personal values, and turning “being broke and stressed” problems into “just a speed bump” problems through financial optionality.

If you want to learn how everyday people actually become millionaires, how to keep your wealth once you build it, and how to create more freedom for your future self and your family, this episode is a real-world, no fluff masterclass.

In this episode of the Growing Money podcast I sit down with Grant Ellis to get brutally honest about what building real wealth actually looks like in real life.

We talk about how our definition of wealth changes once kids show up, why freedom of time matters more than flexing on social media, and how much of personal finance is really psychology, behavior and self talk. Grant breaks down simple but powerful habits like building an emergency fund, tracking your spending, getting out of credit card debt and living below your means so you can stop chasing lottery ticket dreams and start creating real financial stability. We dig into car payments, student loans, the pressure to keep up with the Joneses, and how small, boring money habits compound into freedom over a decade. I also share my own journey using profit first, paying down debt, and shifting from “I am bad with money” to “I am actually good with money, I just needed better habits.”

If you care about personal finance, building wealth, money mindset and creating more choices for your family, this conversation will feel like a deep breath and a reality check at the same time.

In this episode, I bring on CFP and enrolled agent Kyle Luetters to talk about making real money moves that actually fit your life. We go deep on the mindset shift from “I am bad with money” to “I just never learned the rules yet” and how a single paycheck and a newborn pushed Kyle to build a system that now helps his clients thrive. We hit on tax planning as a superpower, not a fear, how to stop giving the IRS a zero interest loan, and why consistency beats vibes when it comes to investing. I share stories from martial arts, Muay Thai, wine country, and even Rick and Morty to show how coaching, process, and tiny tweaks can change everything over time. We talk plateaus, leveling up when you are already “doing fine,” and why it is smarter to pay for expertise than to pay for expensive mistakes.

If you are ready to stop winging it and start being intentional, this episode will give you language, tools, and a fresh perspective on your whole financial life.

In this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sit down with financial planner Anthony Degli Obizzi Jr. to talk real life money, not fantasy TikTok finance. We break down the debt avalanche vs snowball methods, how to actually pick the one that fits your personality, and why having a money plan beats winging it every single time.

I share parts of my own journey paying off credit cards, and Anthony walks me through how he helps clients, especially high earning attorneys, set up a simple money flow system so they can pay down debt, build wealth, and still enjoy life without feeling guilty every time they spend. We get into lifestyle inflation, money mindset, tracking cash flow, risk protection, and how to move from debt payoff mode into true wealth building.

If you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or like you are always playing catch up with your money, this conversation will help you see a clear path forward. We talk practical systems, emotional traps, and small daily steps you can actually follow. Perfect if you are searching for help with debt payoff, avalanche vs snowball, budgeting, money mindset, and how to stop living paycheck to paycheck and finally build freedom.