Analog Advisor
Welcome to analog advisor, a podcast about the way money shapes our lives, relationships and society. Join us as we explore the nuances of living an analogue life in an evermore digital world.
Episodes
36 episodes
Making Meaning of Our Money Habits
In this recap episode of Analog Advisor, hosts Wes Brown and Dr. Sonya Lutter explore two of their most recent episodes with financial psychologist Dr. Daniel Crosby and Money Habitudes expert Cara Macksound. The conversation explores how our p...
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Episode 35
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25:34
Where Money Intersects with Meaning with Dr. Daniel Crosby
When asked to describe what he does, today’s guest says that he deals with the messiness of money as it intersects with the strangeness and oddity of being a human being. Where money intersects with meaning, you’ll find psychologist...
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Episode 34
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45:11
Developing Resiliency through Grief with Dr. Sonya Lutter
Grief and loss are a part of being human. While it may be a universal experience, many of us don’t know how to feel it for ourselves, let alone meet our loved ones in their grief. In today’s episode, co-hosts Sonya and Wes share a s...
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Episode 33
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46:49
Facilitating Better Financial Conversations with Cara Macksoud
We know that our beliefs and behaviors around money are deeply personal. However, many financial professionals still try to keep the personal stuff out of the conversation.What if there was a way for us to have better financial conversat...
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Episode 32
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57:09
Discovering Hope and Empathy in the Face of Tragedy with Dr. Nathan Harness
On the morning of 9/11, Dr. Nathan Harness was a young stockbroker starting his second day working in the World Trade Center. The events that unfolded that day have altered the world as we know it. For Nathan, surviving this trauma...
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Episode 31
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1:02:12
The Pursuit of Life Well-Being with Meir Statman
How does our understanding of money shape our pursuit of happiness? Wes Brown and Sonya Lutter are joined by renowned behavioral finance expert Meir Statman to learn how our financial decisions impact our life satisfaction and explore the inter...
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Episode 30
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1:03:49
Wealth and Well-Being: Coping with Stress and Anxiety
What's the relationship between wealth, stress, and anxiety? It's more nuanced than you may think. Hosts Dr. Sonya Lutter and Wes Brown reflect on insights from experts like Dr. Jim Grubman, Moira Somers and Lenore Skenazy, debunking the myth t...
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Episode 29
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38:06
Blending Emotional Intelligence and Financial Advising with Dr. Moira Somers
Does emotional acumen have a place in the technical finance world? Clinical neuropsychologist Moira Somers sits down with hosts Wes Brown and Dr. Sonya Lutter to share the critical role of integrating emotional intelligence into financial advis...
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Episode 28
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41:46
The Evolution of Family Wealth Management with Dr. Jim Grubman
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 m...
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Episode 27
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52:15
Keeping Our Strengths in Focus with Shanna Jager
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 We...
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Episode 26
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57:07
Raising Resilient Kids: A Conversation with "America's Worst Mom" Lenore Skenazy
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 organi...
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Episode 24
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49:32
Mental Health, Divorce Finance, and the Promise of Positive Psychology
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....
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Episode 23
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29:58
Divorce and Financial Planning with Michael Kothakota, Part 2
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.
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Episode 22
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47:52
Navigating Divorce and Financial Planning with Michael Kothakota, Part 1
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 trajec...
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Episode 21
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59:42
New Narratives on Mental Health and Wealth with Elizabeth Afeman
Money is often directly tied to mental well-being and status. Yet, despite growing up in a privileged family, Elizabeth Afeman grappled with depression and suicidal thoughts from a young age. Now, as an investment associate, Elizab...
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Episode 20
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1:09:39
Navigating Joy and Financial Well-Being
From the profound wisdom of finding internal happiness beyond material possessions to the transformative power of intentionally seeking positive experiences in life, our recent episodes have been deeply clarifying.Sonya Lutter and Wes B...
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Episode 19
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39:55
Finding Purpose and Authenticity in Retirement with Dan Haylett
How can you stitch together a fulfilling life in retirement when you lose the identity and social connections that came with your career? Wes Brown and Dr. Sonya Lutter sit down with financial advisor Dan Haylett to talk about exercises for a c...
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Episode 18
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1:02:58
The Path to True Well-Being: Rethinking Money and Happiness with Chris Budd
When financial planner and author Chris Budd redefined 'financial well-being,' it changed his entire outlook on coaching. Join hosts Wes Brown and Dr. Sonya Lutter as they learn the practical coaching techniques Chris uses to help his clients f...
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Episode 17
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1:00:21
Wealth, Relationships, and Finding Contentment
Wealth isn't just about the money—it's about the richness of our relationships, the quality of our time, and the sense of contentment in our lives. In this episode, hosts Wes Brown and Sonya Lutter reflect on the first quarter of conversations ...
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Episode 16
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41:09
Navigating Wealth: Financial Literacy and Open Communication in Families with Dr. Jim Grubman
How does financial literacy and open communication help families navigate wealth and plan for the future? Family wealth consultant Dr. Jim Grubman joins hosts Wes Brown and Dr. Sonya Lutter to dissect the intersection of wealth, psychology, and...
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Episode 15
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54:14
Money and Matrimony with Scott Rick
Ever wondered how your spending habits shape your relationships? Scott Rick, a behavioral scientist at the University of Michigan's Ross School of Business, knows that many people do. In this episode ...
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Episode 14
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49:43
Embark on a Journey of Financial Wisdom in 2024 with Analog Advisor
As we step into a new year, what better way to kickstart your journey than with insights from the dynamic duo of Analog Advisor? Join hosts Wes Brown and Sonya Lutter in their introduction episode as they share their unique paths into financial...
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Episode 13
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48:29
From Eight Figures to $8.25/hour with Marques Ogden, Part II
From the gridiron of the NFL to the boardrooms and bankruptcy courtrooms, Marques Ogden has experienced the highs and lows of success. Now, he's on a mission to leave a legacy.In this episode of Analog Advisor, host Wes Brown sits down w...
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Episode 12
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40:03
Building Generational Wealth with Dr. Michael Thomas
Michael G. Thomas Jr., Ph.D., is an Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC) and a lecturer at the University of Georgia. His research focuses on financial empathy and self-compassion, data visualization’s effects on financial behavior, and the ...
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Episode 11
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1:32:12
From Eight Figures to $8.25/hour with Marques Ogden
After playing college football at Howard University and spending five years in the NFL, Marques Ogden started and grew an 8-figure construction company. However, his ego got in the way, leading him to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy with only $40...
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Episode 10
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29:29