The Long Tail of Fads: When Today’s Trend is Tomorrow’s Prank (EP. 88)

The Long Tail of Fads: When Today’s Trend is Tomorrow’s Prank (EP. 88)

Why do we fall in love with fads? From hula hoops to Beanie Babies to meme stocks, history is filled with crazes that capture our imagination—and our wallets—before vanishing almost overnight. They make us laugh, they make us hope, and sometimes they cost us big. In this episode, Corey and Zed explore why fads are …

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Language Evolution: From Dialects to Domain Names (EP. 87)

Language Evolution: From Dialects to Domain Names (EP. 87)

From ancient campfires to current-day slang, language has always shaped the way humans think, act, and connect. In this episode, Corey and Zed trace the journey of language through history—how early tribes relied on clarity for survival, how the printing press standardized communication, and how the digital age introduced memes, slang, and financial jargon at …

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Why We Love Underdogs: The Hidden Cost of Betting on Hope (EP. 86)

Why We Love Underdogs: The Hidden Cost of Betting on Hope (EP. 86)

Everyone loves an underdog. From the Jamaican bobsled team to Seabiscuit, we’re drawn to the grit, heart, and improbable rise of those who weren’t “supposed” to win. But when emotion takes the wheel — especially in investing — it can lead us into risky bets masked as hopeful stories. In this episode, Corey and Zed …

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Same Water Different Outcomes (EP. 85)

Same Water Different Outcomes (EP. 85)

When life heats up, how do you respond? This episode explores the powerful parable from The Coffee Bean—a story of a carrot that softens, an egg that hardens, and a coffee bean that transforms its environment. Through real-life examples of Elizabeth Holmes, Howard Hughes, and Viktor Frankl, we examine how people react under pressure—and what …

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Independent Thinking in a Dependent World (EP. 84)

Independent Thinking in a Dependent World (EP. 84)

In a world flooded with trends, opinions, and financial noise, independent thinking has never been more essential — or more difficult. In this special July 4th-themed episode, we explore what it means to declare your own financial independence. We’ll draw parallels between the American Revolution and modern money choices, offer practical tools to help you …

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Happy Accidents (EP. 83)

Happy Accidents (EP. 83)

Velcro. Post-its. Potato chips. What do they have in common? None of them were part of the plan. In this episode of WIN, we dive into the world of accidental inventions—and how their surprise success offers a powerful lesson for investors and dreamers alike. Because sometimes, the best financial returns don’t come from predicting the …

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What Ostriches, Lightning, and Goldfish Can Teach You About Money (EP. 82)

What Ostriches, Lightning, and Goldfish Can Teach You About Money (EP. 82)

We’ve all believed things that aren’t quite true—like the idea that ostriches bury their heads in the sand or that goldfish forget everything in three seconds. In this episode, we unpack five common myths people believe without question and explore the surprising ways they connect to financial behavior. From ignoring your budget like an ostrich …

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Financial Fables: What a tortoise, a fox, and a golden goose can teach you about your wallet (EP. 81)

Financial Fables: What a tortoise, a fox, and a golden goose can teach you about your wallet (EP. 81)

In this episode of WIN: What’s Important Now, we unpack five classic Fables—stories you may have heard as a child—and discover the powerful financial wisdom they hold for adults. From the slow-and-steady tortoise to the golden-egg-laying goose, these tales reveal truths about saving, investing, greed, preparation, and mindset. Join us as we connect ancient stories …

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If a Tree Falls… and a Cart is Left Behind (EP. 80)

If a Tree Falls… and a Cart is Left Behind (EP. 80)

What do a falling tree, a shopping cart, and your retirement account have in common? In this episode, we explore the unseen choices that shape our lives—from acts of everyday integrity to the quiet discipline of long-term investing. Inspired by the Grocery Cart Theory and the age-old forest riddle, this conversation is a reminder that …

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Timeless Truths (EP. 79)

Timeless Truths (EP. 79)

In Episode 79 of WIN: What’s Important Now, we explore five timeless truths about human behavior — and how they still shape our decisions today. Inspired by Morgan Housel’s Same as Ever, we examine surprising moments from history that reveal why some lessons never go out of style. Through stories of risk, patience, and the …

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