Earn & Invest

Jordan Grumet (Doc G)

Join us for thought-provoking conversations that empower you to Earn and Invest wisely, shaping your future while making informed decisions today. Every Monday, our wide-ranging panel discussions explore various financial topics, fostering engaging conversations that challenge conventional wisdom and provide fresh perspectives. Then, on Thursdays, we delve into individual interviews, offering deep insights from experts who share their experiences and expertise. While we may not always uncover definitive answers, our goal is to equip you with the essential questions necessary to navigate a richer path towards not only financial independence but living a life full of purpose, identity, and connections.

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Thursday · 33 min
755. Ten Pieces of Life Advice
In this solo "10 Things" episode of the Earn and Invest podcast, host Doc G shares ten pieces of life advice. Inspired by his previous conversation with Dr. Santi Tanikella regarding the "guttural loneliness" many adults feel, Doc G draws on his 53 years of life experience as a hospice physician, podcaster, and coach to offer wisdom on aligning the mind, body, and soul Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 27 · 48 min
754. Alignment: Mind, Body, and Soul
In this episode of the Earn and Invest podcast, host Doc G interviews Dr. Santi Tanikella, a board-certified pediatrician, integrative medicine specialist, and certified life coach. The conversation explores how to combat "burnout of the soul" and the profound, guttural loneliness many adults feel by realigning with their true selves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 23 · 33 min
753. Ten Things We Do Differently With Our Finances
In this solo "10 Things" episode of the Earn and Invest podcast, host Doc G outlines ten ways he and his wife manage their wealth that completely defy the traditional rules of the personal finance and FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) communities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 20 · 53 min
752. Stop Budgeting and Start Spending with Jesse Mecham
In this episode of the Earn and Invest podcast, host Doc G interviews Jesse Mecham, founder of the highly popular financial software YNAB (You Need A Budget), to discuss his upcoming book, Never Worry About Money Again. The conversation centers on a radical shift in Mecham's philosophy: abandoning the word "budget" in favor of mastering intentional spending. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 16 · 32 min
751. Ten Things About Dying a Millionaire
In this solo "10 Things" episode of the Earn and Invest podcast, host Doc G pushes back against the popular "Die with Zero" ethos, arguing that there is no shame in dying a millionaire. Inspired by his recent Substack post titled "Escape Velocity," Doc G aims to relieve the anxiety and guilt many early retirees feel when they realize they have accumulated far more money than they could ever spend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 13 · 56 min
750. The Pure Magic of Academic Research w/ Darren Lipomi
In this episode of the Earn and Invest podcast, host Doc G interviews Dr. Darren Lipomi, a prominent scientist, University of Rochester engineering professor, and author of Science Non-Fiction: Behind the Scenes in University Research. The episode explores the grueling yet profoundly magical world of academic bench research, highlighting it as a career path overflowing with purpose. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 9 · 31 min
749. Ten Things About Branding
In this solo "10 Things" episode of the Earn and Invest podcast, host Doc G shares his personal insights on branding, inspired by his previous interview with publicist Sarah Snyder. Though he admits he is not a marketing expert, he emphasizes that in the digital age, everyone creates a brand when they post online, whether they realize it or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 6 · 49 min
748. Publicity is for Everyone w/ Sarah Snyder
In this episode of the Earn and Invest podcast, host Doc G interviews Sarah Snyder, the head of partnership development at Wasabi Publicity. The conversation demystifies the world of public relations and explores why publicity is no longer just for celebrities and massive brands, but an essential tool for everyday professionals and creators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 2 · 32 min
747. Ten Things I Loved About Medicine
In this solo episode of the Earn and Invest podcast, host Doc G follows up on a previous conversation with Dr. Jaspal Singh by clarifying a major misconception about his career. While Doc G frequently discusses his burnout and early retirement from traditional medicine, he explicitly states that he did not hate his job. To prove this, he structures the episode around ten specific things he genuinely loved about being a doctor: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 29 · 47 min
746. The Room Where it Happens w/ Jaspal Singh
In this episode of the Earn and Invest podcast, host Doc G sits down with a longtime college friend, Dr. Jaspal Singh, a board-certified pulmonologist and critical care physician. Despite Doc G having left his own full-time medical practice to focus on part-time hospice work, he uses this episode to fiercely advocate for building a big, bold career and striving to be "in the room where it happens". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 25 · 32 min
745. Ten Things About the Achievement Treadmill
In this solo "10 Things" episode of the Earn and Invest podcast, host Doc G explores the psychological trap of the "achievement treadmill." Similar to the hedonic treadmill—where the joy of buying something quickly fades—the achievement treadmill is a cycle where the temporary dopamine hit of reaching a goal quickly wears off, leaving high achievers running relentlessly toward the next major milestone without ever feeling satisfied. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 22 · 55 min
744. Are You Holding Your Advisor's Feet to the Fire? W/ Roger Whitney
In this episode of the Earn and Invest podcast, host Doc G interviews Roger Whitney, a certified financial planner (CFP), creator of the Retirement Answer Man podcast, and author of Rock Retirement. The conversation centers on redefining the true value of financial advisors, particularly pushing back against the early days of the Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) movement, which heavily favored a "do-it-yourself" (DIY) and anti-advisor approach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 18 · 52 min
743. Conquering The Cult of Never Enough (Rewind) w/ Manisha Thakor
In this rewind episode of the Earn and Invest podcast, host Doc G interviews Manisha Thakor, founder of the financial well-being consultancy MoneyZen and author of MoneyZen: The Secret to Finding Your Enough. The conversation dives deep into the psychological traps of modern work and wealth, focusing on how individuals can escape the "Cult of Never Enough"—a societal mindset that brainwashes us to confuse fiscal wealth with personal enoughness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 15 · 1 hr 12 min
742. Are You Taking Stock of Your Life (Rewind) w/ JL Collins
Welcome back to a 2022 rewind of the Earn and Invest podcast! In this milestone episode from August 2022, the tables are turned on usual host Doc G (Jordan Grummit) as legendary financial author JL Collins hijacks the microphone to interview him. The occasion is the launch of Doc G’s foundational book, Taking Stock: A Hospice Doctor's Advice on Financial Independence, Building Wealth, and Living a Regret-Free Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 11 · 32 min
741. Ten Things About Our Healthcare System
In this ten things episode, I celebrate the publication of my new book, The Healthcare Heist. Follow me down the rabbit hole of where our system has gone wrong and how we can fix it. Feeling like healthcare is a lost cause? Listen up to hear a different perspective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 8 · 50 min
740. The House Fidelity Built w/ Justin Baer
In this episode of the Earn and Invest podcast, host Doc G interviews Justin Bayer, an award-winning Wall Street Journal journalist and author of House of Fidelity: The Rise of the Johnson Dynasty and the Company That Changed American Investing. The episode explores the history and evolution of Fidelity Investments, revealing how the financial behemoth is ultimately a family business that has been run by three generations of the Johnson family: Ted, Ned, and Abby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 4 · 32 min
739. Ten Unexpected Joys of Retirement
This episode of the podcast focuses on the "10 Joys of Retirement." Doc G reflects on his transition to semi-retirement in 2018 after reaching financial independence and stepping back from his clinical medicine responsibilities. He shares ten unexpected and unique benefits he has experienced since making this transition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 1 · 50 min
738. Teach Our Children Well w/ Joy Berry
This episode of the "Earn and Invest" podcast features host Doc G interviewing Joy Barry, the widely recognized inventor of self-help books for kids. With over 200 titles and 85 million copies sold, Barry discusses her philosophy of teaching children how to handle their own emotions, behaviors, and practical life challenges. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 28 · 32 min
737. Ten Things About Confidence
In this episode. Doc G breaks down confidence. Not only how there are two kinds, but he also discusses how it relates to our future happiness. If you have ever wondered how to have more confidence, this episode is for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 25 · 48 min
736. Dealing with the Guilt Tax w/ Jennifer Reid
In this episode of the Earn and Invest podcast, host Doc G interviews Dr. Jennifer Reid, a board-certified psychiatrist and author of Guilt-Free: Reclaiming Your Life from Unreasonable Expectations. The conversation centers on the overwhelming burden of guilt, particularly the unique guilt experienced by women in modern society. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices