Money Series: Full Interview With Rebel Finance School Founders Alan & Katie Donegan

09/15/22 • 82 min

Important note: This is the seventh episode in a series. If you’re just joining us, I urge you to go back and start at the beginning.

In our final episode of this season, Taylor interviews Rebel Finance School Founders Alan & Katie Donegan on how they overcame financial obstacles as a couple and got on the same road to financial independence which allowed them to retire at ages 35 and 40.

This podcast series features Rebel Finance School founders Alan & Katie Donegan. They offer a free 10-week finance course on how to master your personal finances. Check it out here: http://rebelfinanceschool.com.

Resources mentioned in the episode:
Eight Dates by John & Julie Gottman: https://www.amazon.com/Eight-Dates-Essential-Conversations-Lifetime/dp/1523504463
Secrets of the Millionaire Mind by T. Harv Eker: https://www.amazon.com/Secrets-Millionaire-Mind-Mastering-Wealth/dp/0060763280
I Will Teach You To Be Rich by Ramit Sethi: https://www.amazon.com/Will-Teach-You-Rich-Second-ebook/dp/B07GNXPP4P
Notes from a Friend by Tony Robbins: https://www.amazon.com/Notes-Friend-Simple-Taking-Charge/dp/068480056X
The Simple Path To Wealth by JL Collins: https://www.amazon.com/Simple-Path-Wealth-financial-independence/dp/1533667926
Mr. Money Mustache: https://www.mrmoneymustache.com
The Mad Fientist: https://www.madfientist.com
Chautauqua Financial Independence Retreat: https://www.fichautauqua.com
Tony Robbins Ultimate Relationship Program: https://store.tonyrobbins.com/products/ultimate-relationship-program
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey: https://www.amazon.com/Habits-Highly-Effective-People-Powerful-ebook/dp/B07WF972WK

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Important note: This is the seventh episode in a series. If you’re just joining us, I urge you to go back and start at the beginning.

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I believe mastering love and money are the most intricate and enriching part of our lives. And with anything that’s highly rewarding, it takes time, energy, and effort to reach mastery. So, how can we continue to expand our money minds, navigate money talks with our partners, and master the game of love and money? It begins with creating the time and space to have conversations. So, today we are talking all about “money dates.”
This podcast series features Rebel Finance School founders Alan & Katie Donegan. They offer a free 10-week finance course on how to master your personal finances. Check it out here: http://rebelfinanceschool.com.
Resources mentioned in the episode:
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey: https://www.amazon.com/Habits-Highly-Effective-People-Powerful-ebook/dp/B07WF972WK
This podcast is brought to you by Ambiance Matchmaking, a matchmaking service for conscious leaders, creatives, and entrepreneurs. Apply to become a member: ambiancematchmaking.com/apply. If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving us a review? It makes a huge difference and helps others find our show.
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Blog: ambiancematchmaking.com/blog
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DISCLAIMER: The views, information, or opinions expressed on this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved. The primary purpose of this podcast is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services.

Date Smart - Money Series: Full Interview With Rebel Finance School Founders Alan & Katie Donegan

Transcript

Alan

I guess my dad would've been from a very working-class background. He worked for the electricity company back in the day. He lost his parents very young, and he eventually got into entrepreneurship, grew a hugely successful business, made an absolute fortune, and then went bankrupt for $5 million, losing everything and gambling the family home. So we've had a roller coaster all the way from, yeah, very low working class, all the way to making a fortune of money and all the way back