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The Mikes take a practice break and tackle a trivia challenge of epic proportions: a Candy Bar Roll Call. Not quite a short, not quite a full episode, it's a Fun-Sized diversion from your summer practicing, and all but intolerable in audio format! Links to the quizzes featured in the show, so you can follow along: Chocolate Cross Section: https://www.sporcle.com/games/PencilPal/candy-by-cross-section Candy Identification: https://www.sporcle.com/games/googlebird/candy_name_images_candies
Episode Summary A father and his four children were found dead in their home in Ulsan after months of severe financial hardship. While the case was ruled a murder-suicide, the discussion quickly expands beyond the crime itself into the failures of Korea's welfare system, the stigma surrounding mental health, and the bureaucratic obstacles that can leave vulnerable families without meaningful support. Joe and Shawn examine how the family had already been identified as a high-risk household and had been visited by schools, welfare officials, police, and child protection workers. Despite multiple warning signs, no agency ever developed a complete picture of the family's crisis. The episode explores whether this tragedy represents an isolated incident or a broader failure of institutions designed to protect children and families. Topics Discussed The Ulsan family murder-suicide Carbon monoxide deaths using charcoal briquettes Poverty and financial collapse Single fathers in Korea Mental health stigma Child welfare investigations Bureaucratic barriers to assistance In-kind support versus direct cash assistance Coordination failures between government agencies Korea's suicide rate Proposed welfare reforms Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 02:00 The Ulsan case 06:00 Financial hardship and the family's circumstances 12:00 Welfare assistance and why it wasn't enough 19:00 Single fathers and asking for help 24:00 Child protection and looking for the wrong warning signs 31:00 Mental health, stigma, and caregiver burnout 37:00 Bureaucracy and agency coordination failures 43:00 Possible reforms and remaining concerns Mentioned During the Episode Korea's Basic Livelihood Security Program Korea's child protection system Previous Dark Side of Seoul episodes on K-Poverty, child abuse, Yoo Young-chul, and the WaWo Apartment collapse Shawn's book on ghost encounters in Korea Dark Side of Seoul Ghost Walk Listen & Follow Website: https://darksideofseoul.com Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dark-side-of-seoul-podcast/id1504623984 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1lZBXNX79kwH2NXcJWNcb8 Patreon: https://patreon.com/darksideofseoul YouTube: https://youtube.com/@darksideofseoul Instagram: https://instagram.com/darksideofseoul Facebook: https://facebook.com/darksideofseoul Contact: info@darksideofseoul.com About The Dark Side of Seoul The Dark Side of Seoul explores Korea's darker history, folklore, true crime, urban legends, supernatural traditions, forgotten places, and the cultural stories that don't usually appear in guidebooks. New episodes include deep historical dives alongside our "Fun Sized" discussions of current events, controversies, and unusual aspects of life in Korea. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Dark Side of Seoul Podcast Episode 316 The Weird Science Behind Korean Food Nationalism Episode Description A 2023 paper published in the Journal of Ethnic Foods argues that Korean cuisine developed in isolation, authentic Korean food isn't spicy, and even that royal court cuisine isn't truly Korean. In this episode, we examine the paper's historical, linguistic, archaeological, and scientific claims to see where the evidence supports the authors and where nationalism appears to outweigh scholarship. Topics Discussed Why Korean food doesn't need exaggerated origin stories The concept of food nationalism The "Hermit Kingdom" myth Did Korean cuisine really develop in isolation? Is banchan unique to Korea? Claims that Korean food has no sugar or oil Korean language and the outdated Ural-Altaic theory Ancient DNA and whether genetics can explain cuisine The debate over chili peppers and Korean food history Why the paper argues royal court cuisine isn't Korean How academic papers should distinguish evidence from advocacy Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 03:12 Why this paper caught our attention 08:45 "Correcting" Korean food history 15:20 Korea as an isolated civilization 22:08 Is banchan unique? 28:41 The claims about sugar, oil, and Korean cooking 35:15 Pottery, archaeology, and food history 42:10 Genetics, language, and extraordinary conclusions 49:55 The chili pepper controversy 56:30 Royal court cuisine and cultural identity 1:02:45 Final thoughts Mentioned During the Episode Science and Philosophy of Korea Traditional Foods (K-food) (Journal of Ethnic Foods, 2023) Traditional Korean cuisine Kimchi Banchan Joseon royal cuisine Korean food history The Columbian Exchange Ural-Altaic language theory Listen & Follow Website: https://darksideofseoul.com Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dark-side-of-seoul-podcast/id1504623984 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1lZBXNX79kwH2NXcJWNcb8 Patreon: https://patreon.com/darksideofseoul YouTube: https://youtube.com/@darksideofseoul Instagram: https://instagram.com/darksideofseoul Facebook: https://facebook.com/darksideofseoul Contact: info@darksideofseoul.com About The Dark Side of Seoul The Dark Side of Seoul explores Korea's darker history, folklore, true crime, urban legends, supernatural traditions, forgotten places, and the cultural stories that don't usually appear in guidebooks. New episodes include deep historical dives alongside our "Fun Sized" discussions of current events, controversies, and unusual aspects of life in Korea. Notes Science and philosophy of Korea traditional foods (K-food) Dae Young Kwon, Kim Soon-Hee, Kyung Rhan Chung, James W. Daily & Sunmin Park https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s42779-023-00194-3 Introduction Why This Paper Matters On the surface, this looks like an ordinary academic paper. It was published in 2023 in the Journal of Ethnic Foods, an open-access journal published by BioMed Central. It has multiple authors, references dozens of sources, and presents itself as a scientific examination of Korean food history and philosophy. But once you start reading it closely, something becomes obvious. The paper repeatedly makes sweeping historical, linguistic, archaeological, genetic, and anthropological claims that either go well beyond the available evidence or directly contradict mainstream scholarship. Rather than weighing competing explanations, it almost always arrives at the same conclusion: Korean food is uniquely independent, uniquely original, and fundamentally separate from neighboring cultures. That is what makes this paper interesting. Not because it's simply "wrong." Plenty of academic papers contain mistakes. It's interesting because it reflects a broader pattern that occasionally appears in Korean public discourse, media, and even academia: the desire to demonstrate Korean exceptionalism through scientific language. The Bigger Pattern Much of the paper revolves around proving things don't merely exist in Korea. They must be: older than everyone else's more original than everyone else's scientifically superior impossible to have borrowed from neighboring cultures It's the same pattern behind claims that: Korean is uniquely logical. Korean relationships are deeper because of speech levels. Metal chopsticks create better surgeons. Koreans excel at archery because of chopsticks. Kimchi predates chili peppers. Everything distinctive must have originated in Korea. Some of these are harmless internet folklore. Others find their way into books, museums, newspapers, documentaries, and occasionally academic publications. Why This Happens None of this appeared in a vacuum. Modern Korea emerged from colonization, war, dictatorship, and decades of being culturally overshadowed by larger neighbors. Building a strong national identity was an understandable project. The problem comes when pride begins driving the research instead of the research informing the pride. Good scholarship starts with evidence and follows wherever it leads. Nationalistic scholarship often starts with the conclusion and works backwards. That doesn't make every conclusion false. It does make readers ask a very different question: "Is this trying to discover the truth?" Or "Is this trying to prove something?" This paper often feels like the latter. 1. The Authors Set Themselves Up as the Correctors of History Page 1 "Nevertheless, until now, the history of food on the Korean Peninsula has been mainly studied by history scholars who can read Chinese characters rather than by natural scientists, resulting in errors and distortions in our understanding of the identity, history, and originality of Korean food. In this paper, we aim to correct these errors and distortions and to present scientifically validated research... Furthermore, we also aim to provide scientific truths..." Problems The paper begins by declaring that historians have distorted Korean food history while positioning the authors as the ones who possess the "scientific truths." Throughout the paper they continue using historical texts whenever those texts support their conclusions while dismissing them when they do not. It's an unusual way to frame an academic paper. Most research begins with questions, not with a declaration that previous scholarship is fundamentally wrong. 2. Korea Developed in Isolation Page 2 "The early Korean population developed their characteristic foods in relative isolation from other regions of Asia due to the oceans and rugged mountains surrounding the country. Therefore, we must be very careful when discussing the culture and history of Korean food through Chinese books... Korea has historically been geographically isolated... it was also so historically resistant to outside influences and interactions that it was commonly called the 'Hermit Kingdom.'" Problems This compresses thousands of years of Korean history into an isolation narrative. Korea maintained continuous contact with China, Japan, Jurchens, Mongols, and others through diplomacy, trade, religion, migration, and warfare. "Hermit Kingdom" describes a particular period of late Joseon diplomacy, not Korea's entire historical development. 3. Banchan Exists Nowhere Else Page 2 "Another distinctive feature of Korean cuisine is the unique presentation of bap and banchan... We call this banchan culture, and it is a food culture that does not exist in any other country in the world." Problems Korea's version is distinctive. The concept of eating a staple grain with multiple shared side dishes exists throughout East and Southeast Asia. The paper turns a distinctive tradition into an absolute claim. 4. Korea Had No Sugar or Oil Pages 2-3 "Not only do we have a different ethnic root than China, but we also do not have oil or sugar as elements to make food delicious agriculturally." ... "In an environment where livestock and dairy products did not exist, where sugar to provide a sweet taste was unavailable, and where there was no oil to enhance the flavor..." Problems Traditional Korean cooking uses sesame oil, perilla oil, honey, rice syrup (조청), and malt syrup. Traditional desserts like yakgwa depend on both oil and sweeteners. The paper repeatedly describes Korea as lacking ingredients that are well documented in Korean culinary history. 5. Tasteless Vegetables Are the Soul of Korean Food Page 3 "As with all vegetables and herbs, they have less flavor when they do not contain salt, fat, or protein. The essence of Korean cuisine lies in the spirit and wisdom of Korean ancestors on how to eat these tasteless vegetables deliciously, which can be said to be the soul of Korean food." Problems This is philosophy rather than food science. It's a perfectly reasonable cultural reflection. It should not be presented as scientific evidence. 6. Pottery Alone Proves Independent Food Culture Page 4 "The earthenware vessels found in Korea during the ancient times were... mostly different from that of China. From this alone, we can tell that the food culture of ancient times in Korea was independently formed from that of China." Problems "From this alone" is an enormous leap. Archaeologists do not infer entire culinary traditions from pottery styles alone. Different pottery demonstrates different pottery. 7. Korean and Chinese Are Completely Different Peoples Pages 4-5 "The Korean and Chinese peoples are ethnologically different nations." ... "Korea has continued to develop independently thereby developing and preserving its own culture and history without being culturally absorbed by the country of China." Problems Korean civilization certainly developed its own identity. But history also documents centuries of exchange in religion, administration, philosophy, literature, technology and cuisine. The paper repeatedly frames influence as something that either happened completely or not at all. 8. Korean Is Related to Hungarian and Finnish Page 5 "Korean is classified as Ural-Altaic (Trans-Eurasian), which is completely different from the Chinese language system (India-Europe). Korean belongs to the same linguistic family as Manchurian, Mongolian, Japanese, Hungarian, and Finnish." Problems Chinese is not Indo-European. The Ural-Altaic hypothesis has largely been abandoned by historical linguists. This entire linguistic discussion has little bearing on culinary history. 9. Ancient DNA Proves Korean Food Didn't Come from China Pages 5-6 "The rapid decline in male genetic diversity... suggests that during the war, the invaders slaughtered men and humiliated women." ... "Therefore, it is a false claim that Korean food came from either China or Japan through men's communication. Wars have not advanced the development of food. Had mothers' languages not changed after the war, their food would not have changed either." Problems This is probably the biggest logical leap in the paper. Population genetics cannot determine where recipes originated. The authors move directly from Bronze Age Y-chromosome bottlenecks to twentieth-century arguments about Korean cuisine. 10. Korea Had No Livestock, Dairy, Sugar or Oil Page 6 "In an environment where livestock and dairy products did not exist... where sugar... was unavailable... and where there was no oil to enhance the flavor..." Problems This repeats and expands an earlier claim. Historically Korea had livestock. It had oils. It had traditional sweeteners. The statement is presented far more absolutely than the historical record supports. 11. Korean Food Is Never Spicy Page 16 "Foreigners who do not understand this come to believe that Korean food is very spicy. In reality, authentic Korean food is never hot because chili pepper varieties cultivated in Korea are not hot." Problems Korean peppers are generally milder than many Southeast Asian varieties. That does not make Korean food "never hot." This swings from one extreme myth to the opposite extreme. 12. Royal Court Cuisine Isn't Korean Page 16 "Royal court cuisine and jongka cuisine are not Korean food; they are based on Chinese food." Problems One of the paper's most extraordinary conclusions. Royal cuisine developed inside Korean courts, by Korean cooks, over centuries. Cultural influence does not erase cultural identity. 13. The Paper Contradicts Itself About Foreign Influence Pages 16-17 The paper argues wars and foreign influence did not shape Korean food. Then later it writes: "Inexpensive wheat flour from the USA replaced the more expensive rice with flour, which has greatly contributed to the development of pajeon, tteokbokki, and kuksu." Problems This is exactly the kind of foreign influence the paper spends earlier chapters minimizing. It acknowledges that American food aid transformed important Korean dishes after the Korean War. Structural Problems Heavy self-citation Many of the paper's key citations are previous publications by the lead author. The article often cites earlier books and papers by Kwon to support Kwon's current arguments. Personal communications as evidence One of the key claims about ancient Korean chili peppers relies on an unpublished personal communication rather than peer-reviewed evidence. Conclusions precede the evidence Throughout the paper, the conclusion remains remarkably consistent: Korean food is uniquely independent. Korean food is uniquely original. Korean food is uniquely healthy. Korean food is fundamentally separate from neighboring cuisines. The evidence is then selected and interpreted to support those conclusions. Closing Korean cuisine is extraordinary. It doesn't need exaggerated origin stories. It doesn't become less Korean because chili peppers came from the Americas. It doesn't become less Korean because Buddhism came through China. It doesn't become less Korean because dumplings arrived with the Mongols. Every great cuisine is built through centuries of borrowing, adapting, refining, and making ideas its own. Ironically, that's exactly what makes Korean food so interesting. The strongest case for Korean cuisine isn't that it developed in complete isolation. It's that Korea took influences from around the world and transformed them into something unmistakably Korean. That story is both more believable and far more impressive. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Send us Fan MailA car exploded in Shawn's neighborhood, setting off a chain reaction that destroyed multiple vehicles and exposed a brutal insurance loophole in Korea.In this Fun Sized episode, Joe and Shawn discuss the recent fire involving a smoking vehicle that erupted near a GS25 convenience store, igniting a nearby van and damaging surrounding buildings. The discussion quickly turns to the aftermath, where the owner of the destroyed van discovered his insurance would not pay because the vehicle had allegedly been parked improperly.The result: roughly 20 million won out of pocket, business disruption, and another example of how small legal technicalities in Korea can suddenly become life-changing disasters. Korea's #1 ghost and dark history walking tour. Book at DarkSideOfSeoul.com Get your comic at DarkSideOfSeoul.comSupport the showJoin our Patreon to get more stuffhttps://patreon.com/darksideofseoulBook a tour of The Dark Side of Seoul Ghost Walk at https://darksideofseoul.comPitch your idea here. https://www.darksideofseoul.com/expats-of-the-wild-east/CreditsProduced by Joe McPherson and Shawn MorrisseyMusic by SoraksanTop tier PatronsAngel EarlJoel BonominiDevon HiphnerGabi PalominoSteve MarshEva SikoraRon ChangMackenzie MooreHunter WinterCecilia Löfgren DumasJosephine RydbergDevin BuchananAshley WrightGeorge IrionFacebook Page | Instagram
Send us Fan MailAI scams are getting weirder.In this Fun Sized episode, Joe and Shawn discuss the rise of biometric crime in Korea and how AI tools can now potentially lift fingerprints from ordinary photos posted online. Korean security experts are warning that common hand gestures like peace signs and finger hearts may expose enough detail for criminals to recreate biometric data.The hosts explore why Korea is especially vulnerable due to its high-tech culture, selfie habits, and long history with phishing and cybercrime. They also look at how AI is rapidly changing the future of identity theft and why “just don't show your fingertips” might soon become normal online safety advice. Get your comic at DarkSideOfSeoul.comSupport the showJoin our Patreon to get more stuffhttps://patreon.com/darksideofseoulBook a tour of The Dark Side of Seoul Ghost Walk at https://darksideofseoul.comPitch your idea here. https://www.darksideofseoul.com/expats-of-the-wild-east/CreditsProduced by Joe McPherson and Shawn MorrisseyMusic by SoraksanTop tier PatronsAngel EarlJoel BonominiDevon HiphnerGabi PalominoSteve MarshEva SikoraRon ChangMackenzie MooreHunter WinterCecilia Löfgren DumasJosephine RydbergDevin BuchananAshley WrightGeorge IrionFacebook Page | Instagram
Send us Fan Mail“Koreans are better surgeons because they use metal chopsticks.”“Korean grammar makes people more emotionally intelligent.”“Korean relationships are deeper because the language has honorifics.”You've probably heard some version of these before.In this Fun Sized episode, we look at some of the strangest Korean nationalist myths, where they come from, why people believe them, and how “gukbbong” culture keeps creating new ones.Inspired by a satirical flyer by Michael Hurt of Seoul Street Studios. Get your comic at DarkSideOfSeoul.comSupport the showJoin our Patreon to get more stuffhttps://patreon.com/darksideofseoulBook a tour of The Dark Side of Seoul Ghost Walk at https://darksideofseoul.comPitch your idea here. https://www.darksideofseoul.com/expats-of-the-wild-east/CreditsProduced by Joe McPherson and Shawn MorrisseyMusic by SoraksanTop tier PatronsAngel EarlJoel BonominiDevon HiphnerGabi PalominoSteve MarshEva SikoraRon ChangMackenzie MooreHunter WinterCecilia Löfgren DumasJosephine RydbergDevin BuchananAshley WrightGeorge IrionFacebook Page | Instagram
Send us Fan MailFlashing and public indecency have been a problem in Korea for decades, but recent cases suggest the issue may be getting worse.In this Fun Sized episode, we look at the rise in flashing incidents across South Korea, including cases involving schools, parks, buses, apartment complexes, and public transportation. We also explore the psychology behind exhibitionism, the surprisingly light punishments often given to offenders, and why Korea refers to flashers as “Burberry Men.”Yes. Really. Korea's #1 ghost and dark history walking tour. Book at DarkSideOfSeoul.com Get your comic at DarkSideOfSeoul.comSupport the showJoin our Patreon to get more stuffhttps://patreon.com/darksideofseoulBook a tour of The Dark Side of Seoul Ghost Walk at https://darksideofseoul.comPitch your idea here. https://www.darksideofseoul.com/expats-of-the-wild-east/CreditsProduced by Joe McPherson and Shawn MorrisseyMusic by SoraksanTop tier PatronsAngel EarlJoel BonominiDevon HiphnerGabi PalominoSteve MarshEva SikoraRon ChangMackenzie MooreHunter WinterCecilia Löfgren DumasJosephine RydbergDevin BuchananAshley WrightGeorge IrionFacebook Page | Instagram
0:00 - There's not a whole lot left on the toy shelf if you're the Denver Broncos looking for something in free agency. Are you better off just skipping to the draft? Or maybe getting some kinda trade going?17:54 - Big quarterback news hot off the presses! Kyler Murray signed a one year deal with the Vikings. Is that bad news for JJ McCarthy? Is it just what he needs?31:22 - Nathan MacKinnon is back on the ice for the Avalanche tonight, so it's time to reflect on how dumb the major penalty on Mack was against the Oilers, now that the NHL has officially RESCINDED the major.
Happy New Year and welcome to all our new listeners! Here is a little intro to the show along with a look at one of our favorite strips of all time - July 11, 1954. Sample some of our early interviews in It's A Clip Show Charlie Brown - https://shorturl.at/kOX0f. Unpacking Peanuts is copyright Jimmy Gownley, Michael Cohen, Harold Buchholz, and Liz Sumner. Produced and edited by Liz Sumner. Music by Michael Cohen. Additional voiceover by Aziza Shukralla Clark. For more from the show follow @unpackpeanuts on Instagram and Threads, and @unpackingpeanuts on Facebook, Blue Sky, and YouTube. For more about Jimmy, Michael, and Harold, visit unpackingpeanuts.com. Thanks for listening.
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3790: Renee Benes reminds us that building a fulfilling life starts with intention, not obligation. Through practical guidance on money management, goal-setting, and self-care, she empowers readers to stop living reactively and start crafting a life that truly feels like their own. Her message is equal parts wake-up call and roadmap for transforming dreams into daily reality. Quotes to ponder: "Create a life you want to live, not a life you have to live." "Whatever you do, don't make your life harder in order to get to a dream quicker. It never, ever pans out." "Don't spend 65 years working so hard for a dream that you are burnt out by the time you get there and are no longer able to enjoy it." Episode references: The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey: https://www.amazon.com/Total-Money-Makeover-Classic-Financial/dp/0785289089 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3790: Renee Benes reminds us that building a fulfilling life starts with intention, not obligation. Through practical guidance on money management, goal-setting, and self-care, she empowers readers to stop living reactively and start crafting a life that truly feels like their own. Her message is equal parts wake-up call and roadmap for transforming dreams into daily reality. Quotes to ponder: "Create a life you want to live, not a life you have to live." "Whatever you do, don't make your life harder in order to get to a dream quicker. It never, ever pans out." "Don't spend 65 years working so hard for a dream that you are burnt out by the time you get there and are no longer able to enjoy it." Episode references: The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey: https://www.amazon.com/Total-Money-Makeover-Classic-Financial/dp/0785289089 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3790: Renee Benes reminds us that building a fulfilling life starts with intention, not obligation. Through practical guidance on money management, goal-setting, and self-care, she empowers readers to stop living reactively and start crafting a life that truly feels like their own. Her message is equal parts wake-up call and roadmap for transforming dreams into daily reality. Quotes to ponder: "Create a life you want to live, not a life you have to live." "Whatever you do, don't make your life harder in order to get to a dream quicker. It never, ever pans out." "Don't spend 65 years working so hard for a dream that you are burnt out by the time you get there and are no longer able to enjoy it." Episode references: The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey: https://www.amazon.com/Total-Money-Makeover-Classic-Financial/dp/0785289089 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Where Y'Eat: In Praise of Halloween Candy, a Fun Sized Dose of Civic Good
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2702: Renee Benes offers inventive, modern ways for young entrepreneurs to earn money, from creating YouTube content and offering virtual babysitting to affiliate marketing and selling handmade goods. She pairs each idea with actionable starter tips, encouraging kids to build skills, tap into digital tools, and explore their passions early on. Beyond profit, she reminds parents to guide their children toward work-life balance and joy in the work they choose. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/kid-entrepreneur/ Quotes to ponder: "We are living in a digital age, and them having the knowledge of how to use technology to their advantage can benefit them greatly in the long run." "Even though we view babysitting as an old standby way for kids to make money, keep in mind that because we live in an ever-expanding world, there are lessons from the Boss Club curriculum that most definitely will come in handy." "I am a big believer in encouraging kids to make money in a fun way at a young age so they grow up knowing that they are capable of making a living while still enjoying themselves." Episode references: ShareASale: https://www.shareasale.com Weebly: https://www.weebly.com Greenlight Debit Card: https://greenlight.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2702: Renee Benes offers inventive, modern ways for young entrepreneurs to earn money, from creating YouTube content and offering virtual babysitting to affiliate marketing and selling handmade goods. She pairs each idea with actionable starter tips, encouraging kids to build skills, tap into digital tools, and explore their passions early on. Beyond profit, she reminds parents to guide their children toward work-life balance and joy in the work they choose. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/kid-entrepreneur/ Quotes to ponder: "We are living in a digital age, and them having the knowledge of how to use technology to their advantage can benefit them greatly in the long run." "Even though we view babysitting as an old standby way for kids to make money, keep in mind that because we live in an ever-expanding world, there are lessons from the Boss Club curriculum that most definitely will come in handy." "I am a big believer in encouraging kids to make money in a fun way at a young age so they grow up knowing that they are capable of making a living while still enjoying themselves." Episode references: ShareASale: https://www.shareasale.com Weebly: https://www.weebly.com Greenlight Debit Card: https://greenlight.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2701: Renee Benes shares practical, beginner-friendly ways to spark an entrepreneurial mindset in kids, from reselling free finds to starting blogs and creating digital products. With hands-on examples like dog care businesses and online sales, she shows how children can develop real-world skills, earn money, and build confidence while exploring their passions. Each idea comes with starter tips and resources to help both parents and kids take the first step. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/kid-entrepreneur/ Quotes to ponder: "By learning to find quality items that are being discarded for free they can easily bring them home to potentially flip them for a profit." "If the skills or talents your kid(s) has would be saved on Pinterest or shared on social media, get them a blog." "If you have a kid who is a natural at creativity and/or organization, getting started with creating digital products might be a great (and affordable) way to start!" Episode references: Rover: https://www.rover.com Canva: https://www.canva.com Boss Club: https://www.bossclub.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2701: Renee Benes shares practical, beginner-friendly ways to spark an entrepreneurial mindset in kids, from reselling free finds to starting blogs and creating digital products. With hands-on examples like dog care businesses and online sales, she shows how children can develop real-world skills, earn money, and build confidence while exploring their passions. Each idea comes with starter tips and resources to help both parents and kids take the first step. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/kid-entrepreneur/ Quotes to ponder: "By learning to find quality items that are being discarded for free they can easily bring them home to potentially flip them for a profit." "If the skills or talents your kid(s) has would be saved on Pinterest or shared on social media, get them a blog." "If you have a kid who is a natural at creativity and/or organization, getting started with creating digital products might be a great (and affordable) way to start!" Episode references: Rover: https://www.rover.com Canva: https://www.canva.com Boss Club: https://www.bossclub.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2627: Renee Benes shares how truly connecting with others starts by shifting from self-focused narratives to deep, intentional listening. Through relatable stories and grounded spiritual insights, she invites us to embrace our shared humanity, release judgment, and begin with compassion, for others and ourselves. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/talk-to-anyone/ Quotes to ponder: "If you remember, that's ok. If you forget, that's OK." "When one tree falls, the rest don't gradually shift their roots away from their fallen brother." "Embrace the dark parts of you and allow them to intermingle with the light parts." Episode references: The Power of Now: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Now-Guide-Spiritual-Enlightenment/dp/1577314808 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2627: Renee Benes shares how truly connecting with others starts by shifting from self-focused narratives to deep, intentional listening. Through relatable stories and grounded spiritual insights, she invites us to embrace our shared humanity, release judgment, and begin with compassion, for others and ourselves. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/talk-to-anyone/ Quotes to ponder: "If you remember, that's ok. If you forget, that's OK." "When one tree falls, the rest don't gradually shift their roots away from their fallen brother." "Embrace the dark parts of you and allow them to intermingle with the light parts." Episode references: The Power of Now: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Now-Guide-Spiritual-Enlightenment/dp/1577314808 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2626: Renee Benes dismantles common myths about social anxiety and connection, revealing how real conversation starts by letting go of ego and self-focus. By challenging internal narratives and cultural conditioning, she offers grounded, uncomfortable truths that empower you to connect more deeply with others, starting with a genuine desire to know them, not impress them. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/talk-to-anyone/ Quotes to ponder: "Other people's movement tends to make us hyper-aware of our stagnation, and in an attempt to justify our lack of action, we simply talk poorly about others." "Whenever I found myself lost in a thought spiral, I am instantly transported out of the moment, and my consciousness is so lost in my mind, concerned with whatever new thing I have found to concern myself with." "No one in the history of the world actually knew what they were doing, they just made up everything as they went along and then handed down that made up stuff to their ancestors, AKA you." Episode references: Bob Proctor on paradigms: https://www.proctorgallagherinstitute.com/22787/what-is-a-paradigm Presence by Amy Cuddy: https://www.amazon.com/Presence-Bringing-Boldest-Biggest-Challenges/dp/0316256579 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2626: Renee Benes dismantles common myths about social anxiety and connection, revealing how real conversation starts by letting go of ego and self-focus. By challenging internal narratives and cultural conditioning, she offers grounded, uncomfortable truths that empower you to connect more deeply with others, starting with a genuine desire to know them, not impress them. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/talk-to-anyone/ Quotes to ponder: "Other people's movement tends to make us hyper-aware of our stagnation, and in an attempt to justify our lack of action, we simply talk poorly about others." "Whenever I found myself lost in a thought spiral, I am instantly transported out of the moment, and my consciousness is so lost in my mind, concerned with whatever new thing I have found to concern myself with." "No one in the history of the world actually knew what they were doing, they just made up everything as they went along and then handed down that made up stuff to their ancestors, AKA you." Episode references: Bob Proctor on paradigms: https://www.proctorgallagherinstitute.com/22787/what-is-a-paradigm Presence by Amy Cuddy: https://www.amazon.com/Presence-Bringing-Boldest-Biggest-Challenges/dp/0316256579 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3591: Renee Benes emphasizes the powerful impact that negative people can have on our mental and physical well-being, comparing emotional toxicity to the clutter we often strive to remove from our homes. By recognizing the reasons we hold onto harmful relationships and setting clear, loving boundaries, we can reclaim peace, clarity, and emotional freedom in our daily lives. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/how-to-downsize-your-life-from-negative-people/ Quotes to ponder: "You can't save anyone." "Whenever you say 'no' to something, you are saying 'yes' to something else." "Saying 'no' to a relationship doesn't mean you have to stop loving a person." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3591: Renee Benes emphasizes the powerful impact that negative people can have on our mental and physical well-being, comparing emotional toxicity to the clutter we often strive to remove from our homes. By recognizing the reasons we hold onto harmful relationships and setting clear, loving boundaries, we can reclaim peace, clarity, and emotional freedom in our daily lives. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/how-to-downsize-your-life-from-negative-people/ Quotes to ponder: "You can't save anyone." "Whenever you say 'no' to something, you are saying 'yes' to something else." "Saying 'no' to a relationship doesn't mean you have to stop loving a person." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3591: Renee Benes emphasizes the powerful impact that negative people can have on our mental and physical well-being, comparing emotional toxicity to the clutter we often strive to remove from our homes. By recognizing the reasons we hold onto harmful relationships and setting clear, loving boundaries, we can reclaim peace, clarity, and emotional freedom in our daily lives. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/how-to-downsize-your-life-from-negative-people/ Quotes to ponder: "You can't save anyone." "Whenever you say 'no' to something, you are saying 'yes' to something else." "Saying 'no' to a relationship doesn't mean you have to stop loving a person." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oblivion Remastered, our tales from Switch 2 pre-order night, a new round of Place Your Bets, the 45 Sec. Game returns, and tons more on the latest Big Deal. Thank for listening! Fine Time on Bluesky: @fineti.me Andre: @pizzadinosaur.fineti.me Steve: @monotonegent.fineti.me Kevin: @kevinflevin89.fineti.me [00:00] Intro [04:18] Kevin and Steve play Oblivion Remastered [32:09] Drive Time! [33:06] Switch 2 Pre-Order War Stories [56:53] Best "Chicken?" Sandwich [01:06:29] Nintendo Today: Bad? [01:17:51] Place Your Bets! [01:29:10] 45 Sec. Game [01:41:44] Bye!
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2485: Morgan Rose Elliott breaks down the essentials of becoming a successful mompreneur, from developing a solid business idea to managing finances, targeting the right audience, and maintaining a structured schedule. Most importantly, she emphasizes the need to balance work with family time, proving that moms don't have to choose between their dreams and their loved ones. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/business-mom/ Quotes to ponder: "A good organization and a comprehensive plan will help you get started. Pay attention to every detail of your business and think twice before you make a decision that will make you step off your course." "Even though your schedule for the week is packed, you need to free up your schedule and make some time for your family." "Being a mompreneur is about finding a healthy balance between your business and family." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2485: Morgan Rose Elliott breaks down the essentials of becoming a successful mompreneur, from developing a solid business idea to managing finances, targeting the right audience, and maintaining a structured schedule. Most importantly, she emphasizes the need to balance work with family time, proving that moms don't have to choose between their dreams and their loved ones. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/business-mom/ Quotes to ponder: "A good organization and a comprehensive plan will help you get started. Pay attention to every detail of your business and think twice before you make a decision that will make you step off your course." "Even though your schedule for the week is packed, you need to free up your schedule and make some time for your family." "Being a mompreneur is about finding a healthy balance between your business and family." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Chiefs celebration was fueled by caffeine and adrenaline! How do you spell E-A-G-L-E-S?? If you missed Cosmo's Travis Kelce 'Get Down Tonight' mashup?? It's all here on today's Chiefs themed "Fun Sized" podcast!
The Chiefs celebration was fueled by caffeine and adrenaline! How do you spell E-A-G-L-E-S?? If you missed Cosmo's Travis Kelce 'Get Down Tonight' mashup?? It's all here on today's Chiefs themed "Fun Sized" podcast!
The Chiefs celebration was fueled by caffeine and adrenaline! How do you spell E-A-G-L-E-S?? If you missed Cosmo's Travis Kelce 'Get Down Tonight' mashup?? It's all here on today's Chiefs themed "Fun Sized" podcast!
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2967: Renee of TheFunSizedLife.com offers practical money-saving strategies tailored for those who value a balanced approach over extreme frugality. From identifying spending habits misaligned with your goals to focusing on big financial wins, these hacks empower you to save effectively without compromising on the joys of life. She emphasizes aligning spending with your values to create a life that's both financially sound and personally fulfilling. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/saving-hacks/ Quotes to ponder: "Where we spend our money is a reflection of what we value." "Spend extravagantly on the things you love, and cut costs mercilessly on the things you don't." "If we are spending too much time or energy on things that aren't high value to us, over the long run our life starts to feel less thrilling than we'd like." Episode references: The quote from Ramit Sethi is from "I Will Teach You to Be Rich": https://www.amazon.com/I-Will-Teach-You-Rich/dp/0761147489 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2967: Renee of TheFunSizedLife.com offers practical money-saving strategies tailored for those who value a balanced approach over extreme frugality. From identifying spending habits misaligned with your goals to focusing on big financial wins, these hacks empower you to save effectively without compromising on the joys of life. She emphasizes aligning spending with your values to create a life that's both financially sound and personally fulfilling. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/saving-hacks/ Quotes to ponder: "Where we spend our money is a reflection of what we value." "Spend extravagantly on the things you love, and cut costs mercilessly on the things you don't." "If we are spending too much time or energy on things that aren't high value to us, over the long run our life starts to feel less thrilling than we'd like." Episode references: The quote from Ramit Sethi is from "I Will Teach You to Be Rich": https://www.amazon.com/I-Will-Teach-You-Rich/dp/0761147489 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Happy Halloween, Boils and Ghouls! One of the few things I enjoy as much as Halloween are fascinating random facts from history and pop culture! So I'm resurrecting one of my favorite series, Fun Sized Spooks! These 10 episodes are each as short and sweet and Trick r Treat candy! Today's plastic pumpkin full with explore spooky topics from pop culture, including the tragic celebrities of the 27 club, the story behind hit song, The Monster Mash, and my 3 favorite femme fatals, Vampire, Morticia and Elvira! So dim the lights, light some candles and enjoy! Join me every Tuesday when I'm Spilling the Tea on History! Check out my Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/lindsayholiday Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091781568503 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyteatimelindsayholiday/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@historyteatime Please consider supporting me at https://www.patreon.com/LindsayHoliday and help me make more fascinating episodes! Intro Music: Baroque Coffee House by Doug Maxwell #HistoryTeaTime #LindsayHoliday Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on this podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fun Sized Spooks: Historic Spooks! Happy Halloween, Boils and Ghouls! One of the few things I enjoy as much as Halloween are fascinating random facts from history and pop culture! So I'm resurrecting one of my favorite series, Fun Sized Spooks! These 10 episodes are each as short and sweet and Trick r Treat candy! Today's plastic pumpkin full with explore spooky topics from history, including Davy Jone's locker, Japanese Vampire lore and Cats through the ages. So dim the lights, light some candles and enjoy! Join me every Tuesday when I'm Spilling the Tea on History! Check out my Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/lindsayholiday Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091781568503 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyteatimelindsayholiday/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@historyteatime Please consider supporting me at https://www.patreon.com/LindsayHoliday and help me make more fascinating episodes! Intro Music: Baroque Coffee House by Doug Maxwell #HistoryTeaTime #LindsayHoliday Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on this podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
MONSTER EP WARNING. The forth Fun Sized weekend is here in the United States where Andy is away and Eddie kindly steps in, we’ve found where Ricciardo’s next job will be, there’s tons of news, a load of penalties handed out, Top Gun Driver names, Russell working in a Cafe and much, much more. We...
MONSTER EP WARNING. The forth Fun Sized weekend is here in the United States where Andy is away and Eddie kindly steps in, we’ve found where Ricciardo’s next job will be, there’s tons of news, a load of penalties handed out, Top Gun Driver names, Russell working in a Cafe and much, much more. We...
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3355: Renee Benes explores how minimalism can be harmoniously balanced with pet ownership. By focusing on decluttering, prioritizing essentials, and limiting unnecessary items like toys, you can create a joyful and simple environment for both you and your pet. Ultimately, the key to a minimalist life with pets is recognizing that their true happiness comes from your time, love, and attention, not from material possessions. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/minimalist-pets/ Quotes to ponder: "Minimalism revolves around living with only the things you need and feel happy about." "Truth is, what your pet really needs is you, her owner." "Decluttering should be one of the first things to do when living a minimalist life with pets." Episode references: Headspace Meditation App: https://www.headspace.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3355: Renee Benes explores how minimalism can be harmoniously balanced with pet ownership. By focusing on decluttering, prioritizing essentials, and limiting unnecessary items like toys, you can create a joyful and simple environment for both you and your pet. Ultimately, the key to a minimalist life with pets is recognizing that their true happiness comes from your time, love, and attention, not from material possessions. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/minimalist-pets/ Quotes to ponder: "Minimalism revolves around living with only the things you need and feel happy about." "Truth is, what your pet really needs is you, her owner." "Decluttering should be one of the first things to do when living a minimalist life with pets." Episode references: Headspace Meditation App: https://www.headspace.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3355: Renee Benes explores how minimalism can be harmoniously balanced with pet ownership. By focusing on decluttering, prioritizing essentials, and limiting unnecessary items like toys, you can create a joyful and simple environment for both you and your pet. Ultimately, the key to a minimalist life with pets is recognizing that their true happiness comes from your time, love, and attention, not from material possessions. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/minimalist-pets/ Quotes to ponder: "Minimalism revolves around living with only the things you need and feel happy about." "Truth is, what your pet really needs is you, her owner." "Decluttering should be one of the first things to do when living a minimalist life with pets." Episode references: Headspace Meditation App: https://www.headspace.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
MOOBARKFLUFF! Click here to send us a comment or message about the show!Bearly is away at a super secret undisclosed location doing bear things so Taebyn, Rayne, Tick Tock, and Cheetaro run amok in the studio and accidentally produce an episode of BFFT!We chat about The Past Today, Things Taebyn Doesn't Understand, play some Muppet Mad Libs, talk about Media, get the latest Furry News scoop from Tick Tock, talk about Upcoming Events, Cheetaro gives us a Movie Review, Taebyn finishes the episode strong with some Math...It's October but this isn't any Fun Sized episode...this is a King Sized candy bar of an episode for all you furs!This podcast contains adult language and adult topics. It is rated M for Mature. Listener discretion is advised.Support the showThanks to all our listeners and to our staff: Bearly Normal, Rayne Raccoon, Taebyn, Cheetaro, TickTock, and Ziggy the Meme Weasel.You can send us a message on Telegram at BFFT Chat, or via email at: bearlyfurcasting@gmail.com
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3292: Renee Benes explores the concept of "fake it til you make it" by tracing its roots to psychologist Alfred Adler and discussing its modern implications. While this approach can sometimes build confidence, it also has pitfalls, such as fostering overconfidence without substance. The article emphasizes the importance of combining confidence-building techniques, like power posing, with real efforts and achievements to avoid the dangers of superficiality. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/fake-it/ Quotes to ponder: "If somebody offers you an amazing opportunity, but you are not sure you can do it, say yes, - then learn how to do it later." "This practice encourages people to 'fake' healthy habits until they become ingrained habits." "There are things you can't fake. You also have to show up and make the results happen." Episode references: Presence: https://www.amazon.com/Presence-Bringing-Boldest-Biggest-Challenges/dp/0316256579 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3292: Renee Benes explores the concept of "fake it til you make it" by tracing its roots to psychologist Alfred Adler and discussing its modern implications. While this approach can sometimes build confidence, it also has pitfalls, such as fostering overconfidence without substance. The article emphasizes the importance of combining confidence-building techniques, like power posing, with real efforts and achievements to avoid the dangers of superficiality. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/fake-it/ Quotes to ponder: "If somebody offers you an amazing opportunity, but you are not sure you can do it, say yes, - then learn how to do it later." "This practice encourages people to 'fake' healthy habits until they become ingrained habits." "There are things you can't fake. You also have to show up and make the results happen." Episode references: Presence: https://www.amazon.com/Presence-Bringing-Boldest-Biggest-Challenges/dp/0316256579 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3292: Renee Benes explores the concept of "fake it til you make it" by tracing its roots to psychologist Alfred Adler and discussing its modern implications. While this approach can sometimes build confidence, it also has pitfalls, such as fostering overconfidence without substance. The article emphasizes the importance of combining confidence-building techniques, like power posing, with real efforts and achievements to avoid the dangers of superficiality. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/fake-it/ Quotes to ponder: "If somebody offers you an amazing opportunity, but you are not sure you can do it, say yes, - then learn how to do it later." "This practice encourages people to 'fake' healthy habits until they become ingrained habits." "There are things you can't fake. You also have to show up and make the results happen." Episode references: Presence: https://www.amazon.com/Presence-Bringing-Boldest-Biggest-Challenges/dp/0316256579 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SHOW NOTES ✨ We are BACK! Well... almost! In this fun, bite-sized episode, host Celeste Busa, and her husband Dave Hill, are thrilled to be back with more episodes of WEEK BY WEEK. This episode serves as the ice-breaker to what's coming next. Join us as we delve into their parenting highs and lows of the week, plus a little snot, slapstixk comedy, and laughing with (or at) your partner. Plus, hints at what's coming next as we prepare for the first full-length episode returning next week! Tune in on Wednesday for more of Celeste & Dave as they kick-off a BRAND. NEW. SEASON. THE SHOW
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2224: Renee Benes of TheFunSizedLife.com highlights the importance of slowing down and reassessing the constant hustle many of us are trapped in. By sharing her personal journey and the benefits of doing less, she offers guidance on how to simplify life and find clarity, ultimately allowing for a more meaningful and fulfilling existence. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/slow-down/ Quotes to ponder: "Sitting down makes you uncomfortable." "In the midst of my constant hustling and striving, I never slowed down enough to gain clarity about whether or not I was taking correct, aligned steps." "You know, sometimes we can believe we have to do so much (and perfectly) that we never take action on anything that actually matters to us?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2224: Renee Benes of TheFunSizedLife.com highlights the importance of slowing down and reassessing the constant hustle many of us are trapped in. By sharing her personal journey and the benefits of doing less, she offers guidance on how to simplify life and find clarity, ultimately allowing for a more meaningful and fulfilling existence. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/slow-down/ Quotes to ponder: "Sitting down makes you uncomfortable." "In the midst of my constant hustling and striving, I never slowed down enough to gain clarity about whether or not I was taking correct, aligned steps." "You know, sometimes we can believe we have to do so much (and perfectly) that we never take action on anything that actually matters to us?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2542: Renee Benes of TheFunSizedLife.com delves into the overlooked issue of financial infidelity in marriages, explaining how hidden debts and secret accounts can erode trust and destabilize relationships. She provides practical advice for confronting these challenges, emphasizing honesty, communication, and shared financial goals as key to repairing both finances and marriage. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/financial-infidelity-save-your-marriage/ Quotes to ponder: "People who struggle to get their spending under control often feel immense guilt, just like a person would with real infidelity." Episode references: Smart Couples Finish Rich by David Bach: Link to the book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ben Maller talks about the return of Kyler Murray and if he's still in the mix to be QB1 in 2024 and beyond, Daniel Jones getting asked about the Giants drafting a QB to replace him, Maller to the Third Degree, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Renee Benes of The Fun Sized Life talks about the funny thing that happens when you become debt-free Episode 2484: A Funny Thing Happens When You Become Debt-Free by Renee Benes of The Fun Sized Life Renee is a minimalist mom, blogger, & coach. She and her husband downsized their house, paid off debt, started making money online, and now travel part-time with their kids. Her blog and online coaching is centered around helping other women to create this same lifestyle for themselves, both in their day to day living and in how they manage their money. The original post is located here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/debt-free/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Renee Benes of The Fun Sized Life talks about the fact that there are no rules for minimalism Episode 2867: There Are No Rules for Minimalism by Renee Benes of The Fun Sized Life on Getting Organized on Your Terms Renee is a minimalist mom, blogger, & coach. She and her husband downsized their house, paid off debt, started making money online, and now travel part-time with their kids. Her blog and online coaching is centered around helping other women to create this same lifestyle for themselves, both in their day to day living and in how they manage their money. The original post is located here: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/minimalism-rules/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalLivingDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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