Everything I Know, I Learned From Dad: Recent Episodes
Hannah & Mike
Growing up can be hard, but Dad knows best. Join Hannah and Mike, a charismatic daughter and father duo, as they reflect on Dad’s most valuable lessons. Young adults and parents welcomed!
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Music by Ryan Mermelstein (https://retinas.bandcamp.com/)
Tags: adulting, family, advice, financial literacy, personal finance, money, career, values, life lessons
In this very special finale episode to season two, we welcome Janet (AKA Mom) to the podcast! Although we've learned very many logical and practical lessons from Dad, we can't forget all that we've learned from Mom!
Tune in to share some laughter with our family and hear all about why everything is better homemade :)
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Two-Time Award-Winning Family Chili Recipe (courtesy of Mom):
Over medium heat w/splash olive oil: 1 finely chopped small onion, 2 cloves minced garlic and 1lb ground turkey (or meat of choice); sauté for 5 mins or until meat is cooked
Add: 1 finely chopped red bell pepper, 1 28oz can of crushed tomatoes, 1 15oz can of fire roasted diced tomatoes, small can of chopped green chilies, 1tsp cumin, 2 1/2 Tbsp chili powder, 1tsp oregano, and 1 1/2 tsp salt; simmer on low for an hour
Add 1 14oz can of drained and rinsed kidney beans and simmer another 20 minutes
Add crushed red pepper and/or additional salt to taste
Serve with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and/or tortilla chips
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The holidays are approaching which means you've probably begun gift shopping for your loved ones.
In this episode, we talk about Dad's approach to gift-buying....being practical (duh)! We also have some fun practical gift ideas (and stories) to share, as well as a friendly reminder about giving back to your community during the holiday season.
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In the second installment of our home-ownership series, Dad and Hannah continue to talk about home ownership! This episode, we discuss the home-buying process and timeline in more depth, specifically around determining what you can afford (and how the mortgage company will evaluate this).
If you're a first-time home-buyer, you'll definitely want to give this episode (and last week's) a listen (and you'll feel much more prepared for this process)!
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Episode Guide:
2:00 - The home-buying process end-to-end, at a high level
5:50 - Location, Location, Location! Where can you afford to buy?
7:00 - What is involved in pre-qualifying for a mortgage?
10:50 - PITI
14:00 - A note on additional costs of homeownership you must consider
16:15 - How the mortgage company's underwriter will determine what they'll loan you (the math!)
25:25 - Looking for a home, and why you might work with a Realtor
27:30 - The offer, negotiation, and closing process!
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In the first installment of our home-ownership series, we talk about the home-buying process! This episode, we discuss the economics of home-buying, and all of the up-front cost components of buying a home. If you're a first-time home-buyer, you'll definitely want to give this episode a listen (and you'll feel much more prepared for this process)!
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Episode Guide:
2:20 - Why Hannah wants to buy a home
5:50 - Dad's comments and advice on Hannah's home-ownership desires
8:30 - The economics of home-buying and today's market
14:35 - Up-front cost components of buying a home (aka closing costs!)
25:30 - Thinking ahead to moving and settling costs
28:15 - Adding it all up
31:40 - Thoughts on move-in day
34:50 - What to expect in the next episode of this series
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Before you become a homeowner, you might become be a renter. In this week's episode, Hannah, Dad, and Maddie talk about the home rental process.
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Episode Guide:
2:00 - Renting vs Buying
5:05 - Expenses associated with renting and what you can afford
6:00 - What are you looking for?
8:05 - Questions to ask the landlord
11:20 - Understanding the lease agreement (and negotiating the terms)
18:10 - Renter's insurance (and some tips from Dad!)
22:20 - Before you move in...document everything
23:45 - Things for safe-keeping
24:45 - A story from Hannah about moving out #adultingishard
30:05 - What Would Dad Do? - drop us a line via email or Instagram, or leave us a voicemail with the link below; we'd love to hear from you!
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In this episode, Hannah & Dad revisit financial literacy, with a conversation about loans. Loans come in many forms - student/education, mortgage, and major financed purchases - and before taking out a loan, you must understand the Principle, Interest, and Term. *This episode is a pre-pre-requisite to our first-time homebuyer's series, coming in two weeks!
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Episode Guide:
1:40 - reasons one might take out a loan
3:00 - types of loans
7:15 - what does repayment look like?
21:45 - making your own amortization schedule
25:20 - buyer's beware when taking out a loan
28:10 - What Would Dad Do? - a car needs lots of repairs
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In our second health-related episode, Dad and Hannah talk more about the lessons they've learned from living with a chronic illness, and a few of the changes they've implemented, based on research.
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Episode Guide:
2:10 - Dad shares one of his biggest discoveries!
7:40 - "Eat food. Mostly plants. Not too much."
9:15 - The problem with the food pyramid
13:40 - Exercise & Mindfulness
16:40 - Listening to your body
19:00 - Inflammation
23:35 - Eating Organic
25:10 - Sugar
26:55 - King, Prince, Pauper
27:50 - Chew Your Food!
31:30 - Leave us a voicemail (below)!
Resources:
Link: A list of corn products and derivatives
Book recommendations from Dad:
- In Defense of Food - Michael Pollan
- Why We Get Sick - Benjamin Bickman, PhD
- How Not to Die - Dr. Michael Gregor
- Food: What the Heck Should I Eat? - Dr. Mark Hyman
- Radical Remission - Dr. Kelly Turner
- Breaking the Vicious Cycle - Elaine Gottschall
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Join Hannah and Dad for a raw and emotional conversation about their personal health journeys, and living with chronic illness.
We recommend you listen to this episode before listening to Episode 6.
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Did anyone else's parents empower them to find the answers to their own questions? In this episode we talk with Dad about the research he's suggested we do when we consider big purchase decisions (and we believe the same concepts can be applied to other scenarios!).
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Episode Guide:
3:10 - A helpful resource, and what to be aware of when doing research
5:00 - Determining what you NEED (v.s. what you might WANT)
6:10 - "Go look, go see"
8:55 - Reading consumer/user reviews
14:30 - Why this lesson applies, and Dad's final thoughts
16:00 - What Would Dad Do? - Do I need a financial advisor?
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Are you in a funk? Are you overwhelmed by the state of the world? Do you just feel "blah?" Many of us are feeling the magnitude of an ongoing pandemic, and haven't felt "normal" in months.
In this bonus episode, join Hannah and Dad for an honest and vulnerable conversation about our emotions. We'll even share a few of Dad's suggestions for how you can begin to break the funk.
Questions or comments? Email us at learnedfromdadpodcast@gmail.com (or leave a voice message below)!
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Reference: NYT Article by Adam Grant
Tags: mental health, self-care, languishing
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Promotions and solicitations (credit cards, subscription services, etc.) often result in an emotional response, but when you read the fine print, you might find that an offer isn't as great as you thought. Listen to this episode, and don't make the same mistakes Hannah has!
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Episode Guide:
1:55 - Reviewing credit card solicitations/offers
4:45 - Hannah and Dad make a spreadsheet!
15:20 - The importance of reading the fine print
19:55 - What Would Dad Do? - Dog ownership
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In today's episode, you will get an inside look into our family dynamic, and why we enjoy spending so much time with one another. It all started with regular family dinners, with no distractions, and it all blossomed from there!
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Episode Guide:
4:00 - Eating dinner as a family
5:50 - FDO
6:40 - Being present with one another
9:20 - Sharing our dinner table
10:10 - Game nights & family camping trips
12:45 - Purposeful family vacations
16:30 - The adventure of finding out we were headed to Disney World (it's a good story!)
23:30 - A note on our sibling dynamic
24:15 - Sharing gratitude & some parenting advice from Dad
27:00 - What Would Dad Do? - How to negotiate your salary
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To kick off Season 2, we talk about many (six to be exact) of Dad's most repeated one-liners in our household growing up (we'll call them Dad-isms), and our interpretation of them. Buckle in; this is a fun one!
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Episode Guide:
3:30 - "Bad planning on your part..."
11:00 - "How does it feel to want?"
14:45 - "Perception is reality"
19:35 - "Quality over quantity"
22:30 - "Event + Response = Outcome"
25:45 - "It's about the journey..."
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In the final episode of season one, Dad answers listener questions (with the long answer):
1) What should I DIY vs outsource, and why?
2) How do I tackle credit card debt?
We also reveal the answer to last week's puzzler!
Episode Details:
3:20 - Dad walks us through his DIY spreadsheet, and how he decides when/what to outsource (criteria for making this decision)
7:21 - DIY inside the house
9:27 - DIY outside the house
14:30 - DIY car maintenance
16:18 - DIY personal finance (planning, taxes, and investing)
20:52 - Dad's tips & tricks for how to approach tackling debt
28:38 - What to expect in Season Two!
29:10 - "Car Talk" puzzler solution reveal (and Dad and Hannah share a few laughs)!
Join us for Season Two this fall.
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If you've never rotated your tires, then this episode is for you! We are no Click and Clack the Tappet Brothers, but Dad does know a lot about cars. In this episode, Dad, Hannah, and Maddie talk all things cars, and how to care for them in order to maximize their safety, reliability, and longevity!
Listen all the way to the end to hear our "Car Talk" Puzzler! Think you know the answer? Email us!
Episode Details:
1:35 - A story about the last new car Dad ever bought (in 1989!)
2:58 - How did Dad learn so much about cars?
7:25 - Gas/fuel - regular, premium, or super premium?
9:42 - A winter-weather reminder for you!
10:42 - Oil - regular vs synthetic, and how often to get an oil change
12:36 - Tires - when to rotate and replace, and checking the pressure
19:07 - Dad recommends a few gadgets to keep in your car
21:33 - Why you should keep your car clean and what type of car wash you should be buying
23:08 - Brakes - when they might need replacing
25:53 - How to avoid paying for unnecessary car maintenance
27:22 - "Car Talk" puzzler!
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In this episode, Dad and Hannah discuss the most common questions one might be pondering during the car buying process. Do you buy new or used? Or do you lease? Should you work with a dealership or go for sale-by-owner? If you're purchasing a used car, how do you minimize your risk?
If you're thinking of buying a car, listen in to this episode first, it's jam-packed with helpful information!
Episode Details:
1:30 - How you might decide whether to buy a new, or used car
7:52 - When you might shop at a dealership, or seek a private sale
10:04 - How to properly test-drive a car, and what questions to ask when buying a car (and how to research!)
19:27 - Dad's recommends a book about cars
23:10 - What to consider if you're thinking about leasing a new car (Spoiler: there's more to it than the monthly payment!)
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In this episode, Hannah, Dad, and Maddie reflect on their experience buying cars, and the negotiation process. While there are many negotiation tactics, having the right mindset is a great place to start. Give this episode a listen to hear the stories and learn a few negotiation tools!
Episode Details:
2:15 - How Dad helped Hannah negotiate and buy her used car (and what to wear!)
3:44 - Why be prepared to walk away?
4:39 - How Dad helped Hannah negotiate and buy her new car (and secrets for getting the best price!)
11:27 - How Dad helped Maddie buy her car (and why they walked away the first time!)
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Whether negotiating her salary, or the cost of something, Dad always reminded Hannah to "get it in writing."
In this episode, we reflect on these moments, and discuss the value of this life lesson.
Episode Details:
1:16 - The story behind the first contract agreement Dad had Hannah sign
7:24 - Scenarios where you might ask to get something in writing
10:15 - The most recent contract agreement Hannah and Dad signed
11:13 - Additional things to consider documenting, or putting in writing
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As we conclude our four-part financial literacy series, Dad and Hannah scratch the surface of investing in Part 2 of Financing Your Future. Stocks, bonds, and mutual funds, OH MY!
Episode Details:
1:30 - Disclaimer!
2:00 - Why invest? What to consider when investing your money
6:20 - An overview of dollar cost averaging
7:38 - What is a stock?
9:12 - What is a bond?
11:21 - What is a mutual fund?
13:40 - Additional investment options, and resources for research
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As we conclude our four-part financial literacy series, Dad and Hannah discuss the importance of saving for retirement in Part 1 of Financing Your Future, and how starting early can make a HUGE difference in the amount you can save. Give a listen to learn about the power of compounding, and different retirement account types!
Episode Details:
1:45 - Dad walks us through why to start saving for retirement early
8:12 - What's what with retirement account types
13:10 - Tax options on retirement contributions and withdrawals
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In this episode, Dad, Hannah, and Maddie continue onto part three of a four-part financial literacy series. There are many ways to approach healthy money management, and finding small ways to save is a great way to start building the right behaviors and mindset!
Episode Details:
2:46 - Small ways to save around the house
8:00 - Dad talks about what he borrows as opposed to buys
11:55 - Why carrying cash, can help you save
17:20 - Additional ways to save money!
25:35 - Creating awareness and building the right mindset
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Writing a budget is just the first step in learning to manage your money, and Dad was always quick to remind us that money doesn't grow on trees, nor does it buy happiness. In the second episode of our four-part financial literacy series, Dad, Hannah, and Maddie discuss prioritizing your spending "where the rubber hits the road," as Dad suggests.
Episode Details:
1:45 - What Dad suggests we spend money on
13:40 - What Dad suggests we don't spend money on, or think twice about
18:47 - How to manage to your budget
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In this first episode of our four-part financial literacy series, Dad, Hannah, and Maddie discuss the importance of budgeting, how to start creating your budget, and cautions to consider with credit cards.
Episode Details:
1:05 - Dad's knowledge background in financial literacy, and why financial literacy is so important
4:19 - Getting started with building your budget
9:31 - How much can you afford for living expenses?
11:20 - The importance of an emergency fund, and how much money to set aside
12:46 - Credit cards; the good, the bad, and the ugly
19:26 - How your money habits can affect your future (read: credit score)
In case you missed it, download our budgeting spreadsheet here.
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Dad loves spreadsheets, and finds them useful for a variety of purposes. In this episode, we reflect on how Dad has taught Hannah to use spreadsheets to create a budget, and even make difficult decisions!
Episode Details:
1:40 - How Dad leverages spreadsheets, and why he loves them
3:14 - Building the budget spreadsheet
4:36 - Using a spreadsheet to make difficult, emotional decisions, logical (and how Hannah used a spreadsheet to decide where to go to college!)
11:53 - Other helpful ways to use a spreadsheet
Download our budgeting spreadsheet here, and our decision matrix here.
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In our inaugural episode of Everything I Know I Learned From Dad, get to know Dad, Hannah, and Maddie and why we started a podcast!
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