Modern Husbands Podcast

Jay Zigmont, PhD, MBA, CFP® is the Founder and CEO of Childfree Wealth®, a life and financial planning firm dedicated to helping Childfree and Permanently Childless people. Childfree Wealth is the first life and financial planning firm dedicated to serving Childfree people.
Dr. Jay is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERTM, Childfree Wealth Specialist, and author of the book “Portraits of Childfree Wealth” and the upcoming book “The Childfree Guide to Life and Money.” Dr Jay is the co-host of the Childfree Wealth podcast. His Ph.D. is in Adult Learning from the University of Connecticut.
He has been featured in Fortune, Forbes, MarketWatch, Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Business Insider, CNBC, and many other publications. In 2023, he was named a “Rising Star” by Financial Planning.
Childfree Wealth https://childfreewealth.com
Childfree Wealth Podcast: https://childfreewealth.buzzsprout.com
New book: The Childfree Guide to Life and Money: https://www.amazon.com/Childfree-Guide-Life-Money-Management/dp/1728297346
Questions Answered
0:00:00 Introduction
0:01:41 What does it mean to live a childfree life?
0:02:49 Can you tell us the difference between childfree and childless couples?
0:03:45 Can you share a bit about your background and what inspired you to work with childfree couples?
0:08:15 What is the difference between the FIRE and the FILE movements?
0:12:00 What are the common misconceptions or different perceptions that people have about childfree couples?
0:21:50 The Gardener and the Rose
0:26:50 What advice do you have for couples on setting new personal and joint goals after their children have moved out?
0:31:22 What is one piece of simple and actionable advice for our listeners that you would like to conclude with today?

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Welcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team.
Today we welcome Dr. Jason Frishman who has been working for 25 years to support individuals, groups, families, organizations and businesses. He believes that our lives are adventurous, and we can and should be an active, engaged author of our own adventure stories!
Dr. Frishman is a practicing licensed therapist. He is a Psychologist and Doctorate with specific training in Collaborative, Narrative, and Adventure therapies. He is the Founder of JourneyMen, which inspires committed, well-balanced men to successfully journey through life with responsibility, meaning and intention.
For today’s episode we will discuss the common mental struggles men face and strategies to overcome them.
Enjoy the show.
Questions Answered
00:00 Introduction
01:05 As the founder of Journeymen, what inspired you to focus on addressing the mental health challenges specific to men?
04:37 Can you share some insights into the common mental struggles that men often face in today's society?
10:00 In your experience, what are some of the key reasons men may hesitate to seek help for their mental health, and how can this barrier be overcome?
26:55 Can you discuss the importance of fostering emotional intelligence in men and how it contributes to their overall mental well-being?
30:05 What are the coping mechanisms that men employ, and are there healthier alternatives that you recommend?
33:59 What role do relationships and social connections play in supporting men's mental health, and how can individuals cultivate these supportive networks?
40:16 Are there specific mindfulness or self-care practices that you recommend for men to incorporate into their daily lives to promote mental well-being?
50:00 Where can our listeners learn more about you and your work?
www.JourneyMenFoundation.com
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Leah Hadley, an experienced mediator, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, and Accredited Financial Counselor, is committed to providing compassionate financial guidance through life transitions. She will tell you she's had many challenging financial times in her adult life–adopting a sibling group of three, getting divorced, and building a business from the ground up to name a few. These have been times when her ability to hunt down appropriate resources and careful financial planning was critical to her peace of mind.
A former investment analyst and sought-after speaker, Leah is the founder of Intentional Divorce Solutions and Intentional Wealth Partners. Leah uses her knowledge and more than 15 years of experience to help her clients make intentional financial decisions.
Show Notes
00:00: Introduction
01:00: What is a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst?
02:06: Do you work with one spouse going through a divorce or both spouses?
06:08: What is the difference between folks who come in as couples to work through the process together versus those who come in individually?
08:23: Why do you believe divorce rates are so high?
10:10: Have you noticed a trend of certain problems that have built up beyond repair, that could have been prevented early on? If so, what are they?
17:37: How much of your practice is based on the stress and problems caused by money?
20:03: What advice do you have for spouses who want to address common issues early in a marriage to prevent them from snowballing out of control?
24:14 What are women thinking that they are not saying to husbands?
27:55 Where can folks learn more about you?
29:32 What is one piece of simple advice that you want to leave the listeners with?
Links
https://www.instagram.com/intentionaldivorcesolutions/
https://www.youtube.com/@IntentionalDivorceInsights
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahahadley/

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Welcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team.
Today we welcome Adrienne Hines, Ohio's renowned bankruptcy expert with nearly three decades of experience. Adrienne has redefined bankruptcy, transforming it from a daunting concept into a tool for financial wellness and dignity. She's more than a lawyer; she's an ally who combines sharp legal expertise with deep empathy, guiding those in financial distress towards stability.
Adrienne uses TikTok to challenge bankruptcy myths and promote financial literacy. Her innovative approach earned her the 2023 Best Bankruptcy Advice Award at the FinTok Awards by Debt.com.
In today’s episode we'll talk about all things bankruptcy in marriage, ranging from how to prevent it, when it is appropriate, and many things in between. Enjoy the show.
Questions Answered
0:00:00 Introduction
0:01:05 How does bankruptcy work and what are the differences between Chapters 7 and 13 bankruptcy?
0:04:48 How long does bankruptcy take?
0:07:53 Do you lose your retirement in any type of bankruptcy?
0:12:51 What are some common questions or concerns your social media followers and clients have regarding bankruptcy and marriage? How do you address these concerns?
0:14:46 Can your spouse file bankruptcy without it including your own personal assets? If so, can you explain how this works?
0:20:36 What are the common origins of bankruptcy?
0:24:28 Is it possible for your spouse to file bankruptcy without including the personal assets accumulated in marriage?
0:26:12 Fast Facts Game

• Can bankruptcy stop a foreclosure?
• Can bankruptcy stop eviction?
• Can bankruptcy stop wage garnishment?
• Is the following possible in the bankruptcy process?
  • Filing bankruptcy without losing house
  • Filing bankruptcy with a student loan
  • Filing bankruptcy to stop foreclosure
  • Filing bankruptcy to keep your car
  • Filing bankruptcy to eliminate credit card debt
  • Filing bankruptcy to eliminate student loans
  • Filing bankruptcy to eliminate medical debt
  • Filing bankruptcy to eliminate private student loans
  • Filing bankruptcy to eliminate your car loan

0:30:05 What is one simple lesson you want listeners to walk away with this episode?
0:32:30 Where can people go to follow you?
Follow @theladylikelawyer on all platforms https://www.theladylikelawyer.com/

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Welcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team.
Today we welcome Jon Macaskill, a retired Navy SEAL Commander turned leadership and mindfulness coach. During his 24-year Navy career, he served in multiple highly dynamic leadership positions from the battlefield to the operations center and the board room.
On today’s episode, we discuss the strategies he uses, and you can use, to stay strong for your family.
Enjoy the show.
Questions Answered
0:00:00 Introduction
0:03:08 Can you share a bit about your career as a Navy SEAL?
0:05:54 How do you handle the mental switch from being in a high-stakes operational mindset to a more relaxed home environment?
0:11:14 Can you share specific strategies or mental frameworks you learned in the SEALs for maintaining a healthy work-life balance?
0:18:26 What routines or rituals from your SEAL training that you've adapted to help maintain a sense of calm and focus at home?
0:22:06 In what ways do you communicate with your family about the demands of your work, and how do you ensure that your home life remains a priority?
0:25:37 Why is self empathy an important building block toward being an empathetic spouse and parent?
0:32:02 According to your book, motion is lotion for the body. What does this mean, and how do you put this into practice?
0:34:50 What is one simple and actionable piece of advice you want to share with our listeners?
Purchase Jon’s Book “Unleashing Inner Strength: A Navy SEAL's Guide to Preparedness, Resilience, Grit, and Compassion Through Mindfulness” https://www.amazon.com/Unleashing-Inner-Strength-Preparedness-Mindfulness/dp/B0CHGC1XGG
NuCalm: https://nucalm.com/

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