When we think of retirement, a pastoral, no stress, idyllic life is what usually comes to mind. But inflation can be a dream buster for many. Sure, you've saved what you think is a sufficient amount, but life...and life span may interrupt tho

Medicine, A Job, And Not Enough Insurance...Part 2, The Dentist

Oct 7th, 2018 11m 5s

In part 2 of looking at the underinsured, we peer at dental necessities, and how this is often overlooked in health discussions. Once again we visit with medical professionals, and a patient at the Pathway to Health event in Fort Worth, TX. Mo

Medicine, A Job, And Not Enough Insurance...Part 1

Sep 25th, 2018 11m 35s

In this episode, we hear from three working people who are either underinsured, or who can’t afford the premiums. These people frequently put off minor issues, until they become too big to ignore.We also hear from a doctor, and support sta

Confessions of a Typewriter Repairman

Jun 18th, 2018 23m 35s

You may not need a typewriter repairman in 2018, but having bits and bytes available doesn't stop some people from using this very retro technology. And when the clickety-clack of an old Olivetti, or Underwood gets gummed up, You need an old

Knock Knock...The Life of Door to Door

May 14th, 2018 7m 23s

A job going door to door has never been easy, but in this episode, we follow one man making the most of it. Josh McNeely is the ultimate optimist, who lives a full life, and so simply…he doesn’t even have a car.His story is told in 7:23

Would You Like To Try A Meatball...

Dec 17th, 2017 13m 26s

Everybody loves free samples. You know it is a successful sales technique, but you fall for it anyway. In this episode I look at a real hustler in a warehouse club, and his behind the scene dealings. For 34 year old Matthew Goldstein life

From White Collar to Hot Dogs...A Very Intense Journey

Nov 24th, 2017 30m 10s

How do you go from button down IBM to selling hotdogs? In this episode, we show it is not easy, but when you are a laid off engineer…you have to scramble. TJ has gone through many obstacles, but is here to tell me about how he is getting by.

State Fair Pt 3...Wait, There's More!...Big Dreams Too.

Nov 14th, 2017 8m 18s

In this episode, the final State Fair of Texas episode, I look at a 21 year old college student, whose dream is to become a doctor. And to achieve that goal, she works hard at selling a gadget at the state fair, a vegetable peeler, to be exact

State Fair Pt 2...Step Right Up and Win...A Carny's Tale

Nov 5th, 2017 11m 28s

The life of a traveling carnival midway worker is never easy, but for 23 year old Dave McGoldrick, it is the only thing keeping him from living on the streets. Listen to his story about growing up in Philadelphia, PA, and becoming a ward of th

State Fair Part 1...SELL! SELL! and SELL! some more.

Oct 26th, 2017 14m 22s

In this episode we look at how one vendor off the midway at the State Fair of Texas has made a comfortable life by traveling the country with just the right products. We also see how his customers are changing with time, and what he does to co

Long After The Saving Of Lives, New Heroes Are Needed In A Natural disaster.

Sep 12th, 2017 16m 7s

Hurricanes Harvey, and Irma are immediate threats to life and limb, but what happens after the danger is gone, and the news crews have departed? Recovery is long and energy zapping. But there are people out there who put their lives on hold t

Nine Years In A Suburban Trailer Park

Aug 14th, 2017 13m 43s

A disabled veteran lives comfortably in a trailer park that is seen by tens of thousands of commuters as an anomaly in an upscale Dallas Suburb.This Story is told in 13:43Heard in this episode:Don Wojan

Some Advice...From Someone Who Probably Knows More Than You.

Aug 6th, 2017 25m 14s

This episode features an SMU finance professor talking about the costs of housing, education, retirement, and much more.This story runs 25:14Heard in this episode:Don Shelly, Professor of Practice in Finance at SMU Cox School of Business in

We Invaded Your Country...Welcome To America

Jul 28th, 2017 18m 1s

An Iraqi translator in support of American forces flees to Texas, and is helped by a special program for new immigrants.Told in 18:03Heard in this episode:-Zainab Jaafar-Stephanie Giddens/ President, Vickery Trading Co.Additional inf

Banks...We Don't Need No Stinkin' Banks!

Jun 30th, 2017 8m 54s

This is the story of one woman's move away from traditional banks to alternative financial institutions that she says serves her better.This story is told in 8:54Heard in this episode is:Stella FloresHere is a link to the 2016 study

A Little Bit of Broadway on the Prairie.

Jun 23rd, 2017 18m 8s

The small town of Cleburne, Texas has a community theater success story many larger cities may envy. Here's how they do it.This story is told in 18:08Heard in this episode are:Aaron Siler, Director of Operations, Plaza Theater CompanyMa

Coupons, Rebates, and Plenty More Coupons

Jun 16th, 2017 9m 32s

A look at one women's obsession with saving money.A story told in 9:32People heard in this episode, which was recorded in 2003:Candy MarsonBrooke PilonThe photo with this episode is a small portion, of what was Candy's Garage

Out of Prison: Now What?

Jun 9th, 2017 25m 51s

One ex-con finds a way to get back on his feet with the help of a halfway house This story is told in 25:51Heard in this episode are:Cedrick JonesDennis Gant, Director of Trinity Restoration MinistriesThe halfway house in this story can

Homeless: Part 2- Just One Paycheck Away

Jun 2nd, 2017 6m 42s

In this episode we look at someone falling through the system, as she learns to navigate being homeless.this story is told in 6:42Featured in this Podcast:Sarah Hester (pictured)Daniel Roby, Director of Austin Street CenterFind out more

Homeless With a Job

May 26th, 2017 17m 7s

They have a job when not at homeless shelterThis story is shared in 17:07These are the stories of two people living in a homeless shelter who leave it every day to go to work.People heard from in this episode:Franakie GrantRaymond Dodd

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