Friends That Invest

With over 10M downloads, join Sim, an optometrist turned Forbes 30 under 30 investor, as she breaks down the intimidating and not-so-well-taught world of investing and growing wealth, minus the jargon.

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Monday · 15 min
I Retired Early, Then Went Back to Work
This week, Sim reflects on what happened after reaching financial independence and why retiring early wasn't what she expected. She shares the reality of hitting her FIRE number, why she chose to keep building Friends That Invest, and the surprising lessons she learned about purpose, productivity, and finding a career you don't want to retire from. If you're working towards financial freedom, this episode will help you rethink what wealth really means once you've reached your goal. 🎓 Join the Waitlist Watch on YouTube. More from Friends That Invest: Stock Market Tea build financial confidence in under 5 minutes a week. Join 140,000+ investors in training Instagram | TikTok | X | Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 20 · 17 min
Should You Save For Tomorrow or Spend Today? My Framework
This week, Sim explores one of the biggest personal finance questions of all: should you spend money enjoying your life today, or save everything for the future? She shares how to find the balance between building wealth and creating meaningful experiences, why being too frugal can sometimes hold you back, and practical ways to spend with intention instead of guilt. If you've ever wondered whether you're saving too much or not enough, this episode will help you rethink your relationship with money. 🎓 Join the Waitlist Watch on YouTube. More from Friends That Invest: Stock Market Tea build financial confidence in under 5 minutes a week. Join 140,000+ investors in training Instagram | TikTok | X | Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 13 · 19 min
The Best & Worst Performing Asset Classes Over 10 Years
This week, Sim breaks down the best and worst performing asset classes of the past decade to reveal what history can actually teach us about investing. She explains why chasing last year's winners rarely works, what the data says about US stocks, bonds, gold, REITs, commodities and emerging markets, and how to build a more resilient long-term portfolio. If you want to become a smarter investor without trying to predict the market, this episode is packed with practical, evidence-based insights. 🎓 Join the Waitlist Watch on YouTube. More from Friends That Invest: Stock Market Tea build financial confidence in under 5 minutes a week. Join 140,000+ investors in training Instagram | TikTok | X | Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 6 · 24 min
6 Popular Financial Tips You Should Absolutely Ignore
This week, Sim breaks down six of the most common money tips that sound smart but could actually cost you thousands over the long term. From trying to time the stock market and day trading to using debt to invest, relying on Bitcoin as an inflation hedge, and believing property prices always rise, she explains what the research really says. If you want to build wealth with fewer mistakes and more confidence, this episode will help you separate financial facts from popular myths. 🎓 Join the Waitlist Watch on YouTube. More from Friends That Invest: Stock Market Tea build financial confidence in under 5 minutes a week. Join 140,000+ investors in training Instagram | TikTok | X | Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 29 · 32 min
15 Little Splurges To Help You Be So Productive, it Feels Illegal
This week, Sim shares the 15 purchases that have genuinely made her more productive, happier, and more intentional with her money. From a Kindle and a quality mattress to meal prep, travel upgrades, and the surprising $99 gadget that helped her reclaim over 1,000 hours from social media, she breaks down which splurges are actually worth the investment. If you're trying to spend smarter instead of simply spending less, this episode will help you decide where paying more can genuinely improve your life. 🎓 Join the Waitlist Watch on YouTube. More from Friends That Invest: Stock Market Tea build financial confidence in under 5 minutes a week. Join 140,000+ investors in training Instagram | TikTok | X | Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 22 · 25 min
Every Financial Trap You'll Face As Your Investment Portfolio Grows: 1K, 10K, 1M
This week, Sim walks through every stage of the investing journey, from your first $1,000 invested to building a $1 million portfolio, and reveals the biggest financial traps to avoid along the way. She shares the mistakes she made with brokers, meme stocks, IPO investing, portfolio diversification, and tax planning, plus the habits that helped her grow long-term wealth. Whether you're just starting to invest or working towards financial independence, this episode will help you make smarter decisions at every portfolio milestone. 🎓 Join the Waitlist Watch on YouTube. More from Friends That Invest: Stock Market Tea build financial confidence in under 5 minutes a week. Join 140,000+ investors in training Instagram | TikTok | X | Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 15 · 20 min
The Millionaire Next Door: Why Wealthy People Don't Look Rich
This week, Sim breaks down the biggest lessons from The Millionaire Next Door and reveals why the people who look wealthy are often not the people who are actually building wealth. She explores the habits of self-made millionaires, the difference between high earners and wealth accumulators, and why professionals like doctors, lawyers, and business owners can sometimes struggle most with lifestyle inflation. If you're trying to grow your net worth, invest more effectively, and avoid the common money traps that keep people from building long-term wealth, this episode is for you. 🎓 Join the Waitlist Watch on YouTube. More from Friends That Invest: Stock Market Tea build financial confidence in under 5 minutes a week. Join 140,000+ investors in training Instagram | TikTok | X | Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 8 · 21 min
Index Funds Are Changing: Here’s What You Need to Know
This week, Sim breaks down the major changes coming to popular index funds like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 ahead of high-profile IPOs from companies such as SpaceX, OpenAI, and Anthropic. She explains how private markets have transformed investing, why index providers are changing their rules, and what these updates could mean for long-term investors. Sim also explores the risks, opportunities, and whether you should change your investing strategy or continue dollar-cost averaging through the noise. 🎓 Join the Waitlist Watch on YouTube. More from Friends That Invest: Stock Market Tea build financial confidence in under 5 minutes a week. Join 140,000+ investors in training Instagram | TikTok | X | Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
June 1 · 17 min
The Market Is Changing Again… Do This
This week, Sim breaks down the latest Federal Reserve interest rate news and explains what rising interest rates could mean for your investments, mortgage, savings, and financial future. She explores why stock markets often fall when rates rise, how inflation and economic growth are connected, and what investors should expect if the Fed increases rates again. Sim also shares practical strategies for navigating market volatility, building an emergency fund, and staying confident as a long-term investor during uncertain economic times. 🎓 Join the Waitlist Watch on YouTube. More from Friends That Invest: Stock Market Tea build financial confidence in under 5 minutes a week. Join 140,000+ investors in training Instagram | TikTok | X | Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 25 · 30 min
How to Handle Finances as a Couple (The Right Way)
This week, Sim breaks down the money conversations every couple needs to have, from financial red flags and secret debt to budgeting, investing, prenups, and building wealth together. She shares practical advice on combining finances, navigating different money mindsets, and why financial compatibility matters just as much as emotional compatibility in long term relationships. Sim also opens up about her own relationship, FIRE journey, and the habits that help couples create financial security without losing their independence. 🎓 Join the Waitlist Watch on YouTube. More from Friends That Invest: Stock Market Tea build financial confidence in under 5 minutes a week. Join 140,000+ investors in training Instagram | TikTok | X | Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 18 · 43 min
My Honest FIRE Q&A: Money, Work & Wealth After Retirement
This week, Sim answers your biggest money, investing, and lifestyle questions in a candid Q&A episode covering everything from spending anxiety and lifestyle creep to FIRE, investing strategy, and building financial discipline. She shares her honest thoughts on wealth, index funds, market bubbles, and why reaching financial independence completely changed the way she thinks about retirement and work. Sim also opens up about the emotional side of money, navigating comparison culture, and how to create a rich life without losing yourself in the process. 🎓 Join the Waitlist Watch on YouTube. More from Friends That Invest: Stock Market Tea build financial confidence in under 5 minutes a week. Join 140,000+ investors in training Instagram | TikTok | X | Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 11 · 21 min
I retired at 29 through startups and investing: here is exactly how
This week, Sim shares the deeply personal story of becoming financially retired at just 29 years old and reveals the exact strategies that helped her achieve FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early). She breaks down her FIRE number, the investing habits and side hustles that accelerated her wealth, plus the mistakes she wishes she avoided along the way. Sim also opens up about the surprising reality of “retirement,” why financial freedom didn’t look the way she expected, and how reaching FIRE changed her relationship with work, money, and purpose. 🎓 Join the Waitlist Watch on YouTube. More from Friends That Invest: Stock Market Tea build financial confidence in under 5 minutes a week. Join 140,000+ investors in training Instagram | TikTok | X | Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 4 · 27 min
I Read Emma Grede’s Book So You Don’t Have To: 6 Takeaways
This week, Sim breaks down Start With Yourself by Emma Grede, sharing key lessons on money mindset, career growth, and building a clear vision for your future. She unpacks practical strategies like making decisions with confidence, negotiating your worth, and managing emotions in business and life. Plus, Sim addresses the criticism around the book and what it really means for ambitious women navigating wealth, success, and personal finance. 🎓 Join the Waitlist Watch on YouTube. More from Friends That Invest: Stock Market Tea build financial confidence in under 5 minutes a week. Join 140,000+ investors in training Instagram | TikTok | X | Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
April 27 · 35 min
Investing Tips from a Successful Angel Investor | Jaclyn Johnson
This week, Sim sits down for an interview with angel investor and entrepreneur Jaclyn Johnson to unpack how startup investing really works behind the scenes. They break down how to start angel investing with as little as a few thousand dollars, what to look for in founders, and how women can access opportunities traditionally kept behind closed doors. If you’ve ever been curious about investing in startups but felt intimidated, this episode gives you a clear and practical starting point. 🎓 Join the Waitlist Watch on YouTube. More from Friends That Invest: Stock Market Tea build financial confidence in under 5 minutes a week. Join 140,000+ investors in training Instagram | TikTok | X | Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
April 20 · 23 min
4 Reasons Women Should Start a Business in 2026
This episode breaks down the real pros of starting a business in today’s economy, especially for women navigating job insecurity and income ceilings. Sim shares why traditional “job security” isn’t what it used to be, how business ownership can unlock higher income potential, and why it’s never been easier to start something of your own. If you’ve been thinking about starting a business but feel unsure, this episode gives you a grounded, honest look at what that path can offer. 🎓 Join the Waitlist Watch on YouTube. More from Friends That Invest: Stock Market Tea build financial confidence in under 5 minutes a week. Join 140,000+ investors in training Instagram | TikTok | X | Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
April 13 · 21 min
Do This RIGHT NOW during the Iran War
This week, Sim breaks down what’s happening in the market during global conflict and what it actually means for your investments. She unpacks why markets react the way they do during war, what history tells us about downturns, and how to stay calm when your portfolio drops. If you’re feeling anxious about losing money or unsure what to do next, this episode walks you through a clear, practical plan to navigate it. 🎓 Join the Waitlist Watch on YouTube. More from Friends That Invest: Stock Market Tea build financial confidence in under 5 minutes a week. Join 140,000+ investors in training Instagram | TikTok | X | Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
April 6 · 31 min
How to Get Out of Debt & Start Investing | Soph (The Curve)
This week, Sim sits down with Soph from The Curve to unpack her powerful money journey, from going into $50,000 of debt in her early twenties to becoming debt-free with investments and financial confidence. They dive into how to get out of debt, when to start investing, and why taking action with your money matters more than being perfect. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed about where to start with money, this honest conversation will remind you it’s never too late to turn things around and build wealth your way. 🎓 Join the Waitlist Watch on YouTube. More from Friends That Invest: Stock Market Tea build financial confidence in under 5 minutes a week. Join 140,000+ investors in training Instagram | TikTok | X | Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
March 30 · 18 min
5 Myths About Wealthy Women
This week, Sim breaks down five of the biggest myths about wealthy women, from the idea that they have to look polished all the time to the belief that they only get rich by marrying well or divorcing well. She shares why real financial success often looks a lot quieter, why wealthy women are usually strong investors and generous connectors, and why looking busy is not the same as being truly wealthy. If you want a smarter, more grounded take on money, investing, and what rich women are actually like, this episode will help you rethink wealth, confidence, and financial freedom. 🎓 Join the Waitlist Watch on YouTube. More from Friends That Invest: Stock Market Tea build financial confidence in under 5 minutes a week. Join 140,000+ investors in training Instagram | TikTok | X | Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
March 23 · 23 min
Deinfluencing You: 5 Ways to Live a Rich Girl Life
This week, Sim shares the five things she wants to de-influence you from, from worrying about what people think at work to being scared of starting over, being too ashamed to be frugal, assuming women will not support each other, and fearing failure. She breaks down why career growth, workplace confidence, money habits, and personal development all get easier when you stop letting other people’s opinions shape your decisions. If you have been feeling stuck in your job, nervous about change, or worried about failing, this episode is the mindset reset you need to build confidence, make smarter money choices, and back yourself properly. 🎓 Join the Waitlist Watch on YouTube. More from Friends That Invest: Stock Market Tea build financial confidence in under 5 minutes a week. Join 140,000+ investors in training Instagram | TikTok | X | Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
March 16 · 22 min
4 Ways to Get Rich as a 9-5 Woman
This week, Sim explains why your nine to five job is not holding you back and how a steady salary can actually be one of the best tools for building long term wealth. She shares how a traditional job helps you learn leadership, communication, and workplace skills, gives you opportunities to upskill through paid training, and creates the reliable income you need to save and invest consistently. If you have ever felt pressure to quit your job and start a business, this episode is a refreshing reminder that you can still create financial freedom, grow your money, and build your dream life with a nine to five. 🎓 Join the Waitlist Watch on YouTube. More from Friends That Invest: Stock Market Tea build financial confidence in under 5 minutes a week. Join 140,000+ investors in training Instagram | TikTok | X | Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friends That Invest

I Retired Early, Then Went Back to Work

Should You Save For Tomorrow or Spend Today? My Framework

The Best & Worst Performing Asset Classes Over 10 Years

6 Popular Financial Tips You Should Absolutely Ignore

15 Little Splurges To Help You Be So Productive, it Feels Illegal

Every Financial Trap You'll Face As Your Investment Portfolio Grows: 1K, 10K, 1M

The Millionaire Next Door: Why Wealthy People Don't Look Rich

Index Funds Are Changing: Here’s What You Need to Know

The Market Is Changing Again… Do This

How to Handle Finances as a Couple (The Right Way)

My Honest FIRE Q&A: Money, Work & Wealth After Retirement

I retired at 29 through startups and investing: here is exactly how

I Read Emma Grede’s Book So You Don’t Have To: 6 Takeaways

Investing Tips from a Successful Angel Investor | Jaclyn Johnson

4 Reasons Women Should Start a Business in 2026

Do This RIGHT NOW during the Iran War

How to Get Out of Debt & Start Investing | Soph (The Curve)

5 Myths About Wealthy Women

Deinfluencing You: 5 Ways to Live a Rich Girl Life

4 Ways to Get Rich as a 9-5 Woman