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Optimal Finance Daily is the #1 narrated podcast for the FIRE movement (Financial Independence, Retire Early). We curate and read the internet's most influential blogs on stock market investing, passive income, debt repayment, and 401k strategies, transforming complex wisdom into actionable daily episodes.

Hosted by Diania Merriam (founder of the EconoMe conference), this show is designed for growth-minded professionals seeking wealth management tips and money mindfulness. From budgeting and frugal living to index fund investing and tax strategies, Diania provides the tools to secure your financial freedom.

Join thousands of listeners becoming "OLD friends" as we navigate retirement planning, savvy money management, and the path to a debt-free life. Your journey to an optimal life begins here.

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2001
1622: Understanding 401k Loans by Mike Ballew o...
Mike Ballew
8 min
2002
1621: Why I’m Not a Financial Moron by Doc G of...
Doc G
8 min
2003
1620: Financial Fear and Resistance by Alacias ...
Alacias Enger
9 min
2004
1619: 5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Gi...
Philip Dancy
10 min
2005
1618: The Only Metric That Matters by Julien Sa...
Julien Saunders
8 min
2006
1617: 5 Financial Habits Every Powerful Woman N...
Daneika
7 min
2007
1616: How Do I Get My Partner on Board with Fin...
Andy Hill
9 min
2008
1615: 7 Lame Reasons People Don't Save for Reti...
Philip Taylor
7 min
2009
1614: Q&A with Diania Merriam - How to Invest w...
Diania Merriam
8 min
2010
1613: Rejecting Consumer Norms Changed My Finan...
Lisa Harrison
8 min
2011
1612: 7 Steps to Take to Live with Financial Fr...
Neiko Johnson
7 min
2012
1611: My Crash Course in Personal Finance by Jo...
Jordann
7 min
2013
1610: The 10 Reasons Why You’re Living Paycheck...
Christina Browning
9 min
2014
1609: Want to Live a Happier Financial Life by ...
Erik Carter
7 min
2015
1608: 10 Things You Shouldn't Buy When You're B...
Jen Hayes
7 min
2016
1607: How to Calculate Your Net Worth And Why I...
Jackie Beck
9 min
2017
1606: The 8 Personal Finance Risks of Life AND ...
Harry Stout
10 min
2018
1605: [Part 2] 10 Ways To Invest Without The St...
Kalen Bruce
8 min
2019
1604: [Part 1] 10 Ways To Invest Without The St...
Kalen Bruce
9 min
2020
1603: How I Hired The Best People In The World ...
Mr. 1500
11 min
2021
1602: Six Secrets of a Credit Score by J Money ...
J. Money
7 min
2022
1601: Making The Case For Higher Pay - Why 3 Pe...
Chris Reining
7 min
2023
1600: Money Resolutions Everyone Should Conside...
ESI
8 min
2024
1599: 13 Tips To Curb Your Spending by Tiffany ...
Tiffany Aliche
8 min
2025
1598: How Do You Start Saving Money Living Payd...
Misty
8 min