#62: Financial Coaching, Song Parodies, and Video Games with Adam Kol
Adam Kol helps couples make sure the money conversation doesn’t get in the way, leading to more financial security, clarity, and peace of mind. And as you may have noticed, this past year has been rough on just about everyone, so some peace of mind sounds great to me.
We’re chatting through all kinds of financial goodness here so you can tackle them with the kind of gusto they deserve. Adam’s also a musician who creates financial parodies — give me EDUCATION with my toe-tapping tunes, please.
We’re also both big ol’ dorks, so there’s a part on Miami Hurricanes football and basketball and speed running through video games. No regrets.
Highlights of our conversation include:
The path Adam took to get to where he is today, working with couples on their finances, communication, and relationships. (4:23)
The silliest things we’ve bought while living in quarantine. Have you made a “frivolous” purchase during social distancing life? (7:09)
Adam shares the top myths around talking about money, love, and relationships. Here’s the ending of Ghostbusters Adam references during this part. (10:38)
Some of the biggest mistakes couples make when talking about their finances. (17:37)
Adam walks through the “four essentials” you need to figure out with your finances: income, expenses, assets, and debts. Plus, his recommendations for helpful tools like Honeydue and Zeta. (20:25)
What you can be doing financially during the pandemic. (25:16)
The financial song parodies Adam has written, and how he fell into doing them in the first place. (28:36)
Adam and I bond about our experiences as long-suffering Miami Hurricanes football fans. It’s All About The U! (34:24)
A look inside the top three video game speed runs Adam has pulled off. This part has a TON of dorky video and handheld game references, so be sure to rewind so you catch all the nerdiness. (39:51)
Where to find Adam Kol
Check out Adam and take control of your finances at his website, or follow him on Facebook and Instagram. And give a listen to his parodies over on YouTube.
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