Send us a text It's Friday the 13th - but no fear here! This week, Andy and Troy are joined in the bunker by #0 Defensive Back, Tae Morgan and #6 Wide Receiver, Bryce Jones. Get to know these two upperclassmen leaders on the offense and defense. Find out what they're listening to in the locker room. Hear their thoughts on the upcoming Doane game an…

Send us a text This week, Andy focuses on his jobbery, meanwhile, Troy hires #44 Keegan Handal, #18 Karson Lindsay and his own kid, #17 Jack Thompson to haul hay and milled lumber around the farm. After a meal of 1/2 pound Thompson beef cheeseburgers and tots, these three stick around the bunker to wax poetically for humanities credits about why tw…

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube Join hosts Bill and guest Diana Falck as they explore the intersection of community resilience and getting involved. In the wake of a recent crisis in Western North Carolina and East Tennessee, the duo highlights local relief efforts and community collaboration. Then in this special 100th episode, we get back to the b…

Send us a text This week, Andy and Troy are joined in the bunker by #43 RS Sophomore, Rafe VanDusseldrop and #35 RS Freshman, Keagen Streeter. Listen in to these two's take on the season so far, homecoming and what's to come from the perspective of a fullback and a linebacker. To help Bolstorff Field "Rise from the Ashes" by purchasing replacement …

In this special two-part episode we unveil the 'Wealthy Custodian,' Jeff York (from episode 74 & 76), and take a deep dive into the world of Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). Jeff joins as co-host along with Bill and Jackie (our HSA Maven) to share how they supersized thier HSAs and discovered how powerful they can be on the path to FI. This comprehe…

Send us a text This week, Andy was on vacation so you're left with Troy as he runs down the last week's game in Yankton against Mount Marty and covers the 2-Deeps for the Warriors and the Hastings College Broncos. Get all the intel on what the Broncos are bringing to Bolstorff Field on offense and defense - numbers to keep an eye on and info on the…

This heartfelt episode dives into the incredible story of Krista and Ed. From growing up in poverty to facing financial insecurity as adults, this resilient couple shares their journey of overcoming adversity and finding hope in the FIRE movement. Discover how a deep bond of love, open communication, strategic planning, and an unwavering spirit led…

Send us a text This week, Andy and Troy visit with #10 Wide Receiver, Justice Johnson and #48 Linebacker, Luke Beyer. Get to know these two leaders on the team, hear their thoughts on last week's loss and what the next game looks like in Yankton. Also, find out what these two have going on for side hustles, life back home, on the travel bus, and a …

Former award-winning teacher turned educator on financial literacy and relationships, Brian Page discusses the concept of 'Modern Husbands' and the importance of viewing marriage as a partnership. Learn about his innovative Marriage Toolkit, designed with insights from over 30 experts, and discover practical tips on managing money, home, careers, a…

Join hosts Bill and Jackie as they delve into a profound conversation with Vicki Robin, co-author of 'Your Money or Your Life.' Vicki discusses the concept of 'enoughness' as a spiritual practice and the fulfillment curve, offering insights into how recognizing enough can lead to a more satisfying life. The dialogue covers financial independence, t…

Send us a text This week Andy and Troy meet with GA Offensive Line Coach, Kade Kloster-Hodak. After five years playing for the Warriors and being a solid leader in the trenches, the big man moved into a GA Coaching position and is loving it! Listen in to Coach K's insights on the game last week, the game this Saturday against Saint Francis, and the…

Join Bill and Jackie in an engaging conversation with Vicki Robin, co-author of the best-selling book 'Your Money or Your Life'. Vicki shares her insightful philosophy on financial independence, community resilience, and the power of frugality. She discusses her journey from active community building to aging with purpose on Whidbey Island, and how…

Send us a text Tomorrow we hit the road for the season opener away in Seward, Nebraska! Andy and Troy are joined in the bunker by senior WUBALL leaders, #3 Jakim Brock and #73 Gavin Johnson. Find out what preparations have been made as we enter the GPAC for our first win on the road of the season, how the culture has changed, how we want to affect …

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube Kristy Shen and Bryce Leung are the dynamic duo behind the Millennial Revolution blog and movement. In this insightful episode, Kristy and Bryce discuss their journey from house-hunting to achieving Financial Independence (FI) and retiring in their early 30s. They delve into why they chose to reject traditional housin…

Send us a text This week, join Andy and Troy as they visit with Jenna Quina, Waldorf University Athletic Department Operations Coordinator, Game Day Promotions Manager, and Senior Women's Leader. Jenna is the heart and soul of game day operations at Bolstorff Field AND she's the chief point of contact for the Gridiron Club's Gameday innovations. Je…

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube Meet Nadia and Nicole, the Wealth Twins! Raised by a single mother in New York City's toughest projects, these twin sisters overcame obstacles to graduate from Columbia University, work on Wall Street, and ultimately achieve early retirement. In this episode, they recount experiences from 9/11 and the 2008 financial c…

Send us a text This week, join Coaches Tyler Chapa and Ethan Aune along with co-hosts Andy Buffington and Troy Thompson discuss the way in which WUBALL is headed. We talk about the team, the contests for first string, the impressive showing by all which is like nothing our coaches have seen. 2024 is going to be special. To add to that, listen is an…

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube Joe Saul-Sehy of Stacking Benjamins joins the show to discuss financial planning, overcoming debt, and the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people. Joe shares his personal journey of financial mismanagement as a young financial planner, the principles behind the efficient frontier, and his thoughts on…

Send us a text It's the conclusion of our summer "Get to Know the GPAC" series and we saved THE BEST FOR LAST: our very own beloved Waldorf University! See what Andy, Coach Chapa and Troy have to say about our fine university, the unique little city in which it resides, the mutual history, stories and sideswipes from our WarriorGPT research! AND...…

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube Bill and Jackie sit down with 'Jay,' an anonymous guest who shares his incredible journey from a military and police background to achieving financial independence by the age of 39. Jay discusses his experiences on the SWAT team and as an undercover detective, and the mental health challenges that came with his career…

Send us a text This week - as Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa wrap up the other teams in the GPAC; we learn about Dordt University - the school which appropriately wraps up our opponent series as they sound like the way one would mispronounce the end of our fair alma mater! Troy sees stars from laughter on this one as the boys peruse the Dordt roster an…

Meet David and Stephen Baughier, twin brothers and prominent figures in the Financial Independence community. David, a 20-year Navy veteran and founder of Fiology, and Stephen, creator of CampFI, share their financial journeys from early money lessons to becoming community leaders. David, Stephen, Bill, and Jackie discuss the impact of life events,…

Send us a text This week, Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa discuss Morningside University in Sioux City, Iowa. Now, just because we've already discussed Sioux City doesn't mean we've learned everything about the town or it's unique refrigeration techniques when it comes to boxcars which leads into a whole sidebar conversation about America's hobos. And w…

Today we dive deep into the stock market with special guest, Brian Feroldi. As a financial educator, YouTuber, and author of “Why Does the Stock Market Go Up?”, Brian shares his wisdom on the long-term growth of the S&P 500, the significance of stock market indices, and the nuances of volatility and investment strategies. Bill, Jackie, and Brian di…

Send us a text This week Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa dive into the history of Dakota Wesleyan University. Whether it's John's rules for singing, the Corn Palace to "the one thing that's beautiful about golf" we're sure there's a Charlie Daniels song for you....so let's drop our flax and head out to Mitchell, SD! To register for our golf tournament e…

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube Amy Weinland Daughters is an award-winning author and keynote speaker, who joins Bill and Jackie to chat about the powerful impact of handwritten letters in the digital age. Amy shares her unique journey of reconnecting with an old friend, leading to an inspiring project of writing 580 letters to her Facebook friends.…

Send us a text This week, the boys discuss Briar Cliff University and they may cross a line or two... Find out why Meriwether Lewis got shot in the butt...learn about the biggest star from Sioux City and the Love Boat (and if your stick around you may get in on a little modern day parody of that...) also this: "Ward, you were a little hard on the B…

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube Chris Mamula, a former physical therapist who achieved early retirement at 41, shares his journey from financial mistakes to becoming a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and a prominent voice in the FIRE movement. Discover practical tips on budgeting, saving during peak earning years, and utilizing retirement calculat…

Send us a text This week, Coach Chapa, Andy and Troy discuss Northwestern College from Orange City, IA. Find out what the deal is with the Dutch story behind Northwestern, learn a little bit about the community of Orange City, some unexpected conspiracy theories, and a whole lot of unnecessary sidebar conversations as we learn about the Red Raiders…

Here is the second half of Bill and Jackie’s conversation with Mindy and Scott on the BiggerPockets Money Podcast. They dig into the practical steps on how to start your financial journey as a late-starter. Enjoy! 🔗 Connect with us Buy CUtFI a coffee Record a message for CUtFI Thank you to our sponsors: Personal Finance Club (Use code CUTOFI to get…

Tae Kim, also known as the Financial Tortoise online, is a former U.S. Army captain, MBA graduate, and finance director turned successful personal finance YouTuber. He shares his journey from being $105,000 in student debt to achieving financial security and discovering the Financial Independence movement. Tae chats with Bill and Jackie about his e…

Send us a text This week, Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa get to know the Warriors of Midland University - another ELCA affiliated school with the same mascot! It's like cardinals fighting in a mirror! We'll learn about Fremont, Nebraska too and the hits keep on coming! It's Warriors v. Warriors this week from the bunker! To register your golf team emai…

Bill and Jackie were invited to join Mindy and Scott on the BiggerPockets Money podcast to go through a step-by-step process of how to get started on the path to financial independence as a late-starter, a topic highly relevant to their audience. Take a listen to this week's part one and then tune in next week for part two! 🔗 Connect with us Buy CU…

Meet Aaron Thomas, an attorney, founder of Prenups.com, and author of the book "The Prenup Prescription." In perfect time for wedding season, Aaron chats with Bill and Jackie about how a proper prenup can not only protect but improve your relationship. As a former divorce attorney who helped hundreds of clients secure favorable settlements, Aaron s…

Send us a text This week, Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa get to know Hastings College and the community of Hastings, Nebraska. You won't want to miss this one because a secret identity is revealed and the bureaucratic tailgating procedures of Hastings College are discussed along with a fairly in-depth discussion about Kool-Aid. Find out why, right here…

Today we're rerunning our episode with Jonathan Clements who is a dear personal friend and a friend of our community. He recently posted on his blog, HumbleDollar, about his final lap around the sun yesterday. Let’s send him our love. 🔗 Connect with us Buy CUtFI a coffee Record a message for CUtFI Thank you to our sponsors: Personal Finance Club (U…

Kyle Landis-Marinello is a practicing attorney specializing in environmental and energy law. Bill and Jackie dive deep with Kyle into topics such as socially responsible investing, student loan forgiveness, and his book, Personal Finance and Investing: How Anyone can Make More, Spend Less, and Invest Wisely. We also learn about Kyle’s unique financ…

Send us a text This week, Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa discuss Mount Marty University and its hometown, Yankton, South Dakota. Take the trip, learn a little about the school's history, famous folks from Yankton and Mount Marty, why there's a historical marker about the USS Scorpion and where to get the best pizza and chicken in town...as far as we kn…

Meet the dynamic duo, Alan and Katie Donegan! The Donegans, known for their Rebel Finance School and Rebel Business School, share their insights on living an extraordinary life, both financially and personally. From defining what “extraordinary” means on an individual level to the importance of financial independence and entrepreneurship, Alan and …

Send us a text This week Andy, Troy and Coach Chapa gather together to discuss Doane University - one of the founding institutions of the GPAC, the oldest private college in Nebraska and one of the oldest football programs in Nebraska - oh yeah, and it happens to be Coach Chapa's alma mater (and his wife Nicole!) There are some interesting connecti…

Donna Peterson is a retired supervisory special agent and joins Bill and Jackie to cover the essential topic of internet and financial security. Drawing from her extensive background in combating cybercrime with the FBI, Donna shares her expert advice on how to secure personal and financial information against common hacks, the importance of two-fa…

Send us a text Coach Chapa joins Andy and Troy for the Summer Series: Get to Know the GPAC starting out with a full on review of Concordia University, Nebraska. Learn all about our first opponent in the GPAC this season, the Concordia University system, and the town of Seward, NE which we'll be gracing with our presence in just a couple short month…

Christine Benz is the Director of Personal Finance and Retirement Planning at Morningstar. Christine shares her extensive insights into retirement planning, emphasizing the flexibility and adaptability of the 4 percent guideline over the rigid 4 percent rule. She discusses the value of variable withdrawal strategies, the importance of personalizing…

Send us a text This week, Andy and Troy are joined in the bunker by Coach Chapa. They announce the summer series that will introduce all our WUBall fans to the other teams and schools in the new conference. Each week, the trio will riff on one program, its institution, and the home town within which it resides. We're going to do some pretty stellar…

In part 2, Jeff York continues his discussion with Bill and Jackie about the financial importance of amicable divorces, the nitty gritty on his investments, and how he was able to "graduate" on his modest salary. The three also dive deep into Jeff's unique lifestyle, the necessity of personal health before and after retirement, and the rewarding na…

Send us a text This week, Andy returns to the bunker and joins Troy to discuss the "glory days" of their own playing careers which leads to the discussion how much equipment in football and sports overall has changed in the last few decades - it's about safety but it helps to look good while you're doing it. To register for the first GridIron Club …

In this special pop up episode, Bill, Jackie, and special guest Amy Coroso engage in a thought-provoking discussion sparked by a controversial New York Times Magazine article about the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement. The three chat about the article's portrayal of diverse financial independence approaches as well as the articl…

Jeff York is a remarkable individual whose journey from custodian to millionaire offers a wealth of inspiration and practical advice. Jeff's story breaks down conventional barriers, showcasing the power of education, financial literacy, and personal responsibility. From his unique investment strategies and the importance of health to his experience…

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