The Middle...A Podcast
Dive into the minds of two Generation X-men as they share their perspectives on politics, sports, finance, family, and more. Join in, have your thoughts challenged, and hopefully experience a laugh or two as these co-hosts share their takes.
The Hosts: Rodney is a quiet but efficient communicator who spends his days testing and improving IT systems for a Fortune 500 company. He’s a proud husband, dad, and pop pop. Derek, a reformed operations leader turned HR professional, is a proud empty nester and husband who loves to tell a good story and savor fine bourbon. Friends for over 30 years, these two bring a wealth of experience and camaraderie to every episode.
The Middle...A Podcast
Episode 20-- The Middle Guide to Life and Personal Finances. Part 1 - Financing in your 20s.
In this episode of "The Middle," co-hosts Rodney and Derek, two gentlemen nearing the age of 50, delve into the essential topic of personal finance. The conversation centers on preparing for the future, including retirement and making significant purchases like homes and cars. They emphasize the importance of saving, managing debt, and using credit wisely. Derek lays out the Ramsey Baby Steps for financial health, stressing the need for an emergency fund, debt reduction, and investing for retirement. They also share personal anecdotes and lessons learned from their financial journeys in their 20s, touching on budgeting and the pitfalls of credit card debt. The episode concludes with Rodney's "Oh Damn" moment involving a real-life incident in professional wrestling and Derek's lesson learned about the significance of long-term planning and maintaining a positive approach in life.
00:00 Welcome to The Middle Podcast
01:23 Introduction to Personal Finance
03:05 Weekly Updates and Anecdotes
04:36 Derek's Personal Finance Journey
08:55 Financial Advice for Your Twenties
21:46 Reflecting on Financial Lessons
29:05 Oh Damn Moment: Wrestling Incident
35:20 Lessons Learned and Closing Remarks
The Show: Dive into the minds of two generation X-men as they share their perspectives on politics, sports, finance, family, and more. Join in, have your thoughts challenged, and hopefully experience a laugh or two as these co-hosts share their takes.
The Hosts: Rodney is a quiet but efficient communicator who spends his days testing and improving IT systems for a Fortune 500 company. He’s a proud husband, dad, and pop pop. Derek, a reformed operations leader turned HR professional, is a proud empty nester and husband who loves to tell a good story and savor fine bourbon. Friends for over 30 years, these two bring a wealth of experience and camaraderie to every episode.
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