Welcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team.

I’m Brian Page, founder of Modern Husbands. Sometimes our listeners want more support than a podcast can give, individual or couple support, which I now provide. Details can be found at modernhusbands.com or you can email me at brian@modernhusbands.com.

For today’s podcast we welcome Christine Landis, the founder of Peacock Parent.

In this conversation, Christine shares insights on the importance of outsourcing tasks to alleviate the mental load and guilt often felt by parents. The discussion covers societal pressures, the benefits of outsourcing, and practical advice for couples on how to approach the topic of delegation in their lives.

Enjoy the show!

Show Notes

00:00 Introduction
02:07 Could you start by explaining what outsourcing is and how it has evolved in the modern world?
03:00 Where did your passion for supporting couples through outsourcing home management tasks come from?
04:46 Are there societal pressures that play into deciding to outsource work at home?
06:42 How can outsourcing services benefit dual-career couples specifically? Are there services that are particularly popular among this demographic?
09:22 How can couples decide which tasks to outsource versus which ones to keep in-house?
12:39 There are societal pressures for men to do things themselves. Can you speak to this?
19:10 What are some of the most common tasks that couples outsource, and why are these good starting points?
24:03 Why do folks struggle with delegating at home?
30:44 From a financial standpoint, how should couples evaluate the cost versus the benefits of outsourcing tasks?
32:53 Tell us about your company and where can our listeners learn more?
34:12 What is one piece of simple and actionable advice you would like to share with our listeners?

Website: https://peacockparent.com/
Quiz: https://peacockparent.com/value-of-time-quiz/

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For today’s podcast we welcome Carrie Rattle. Carrie is a 30-year veteran executive of the financial industry. She holds an MBA, is a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) and an Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC), the only financial coaching designation recognized by FINRA. Carrie trained with Psychotherapist & Founder of MoneyHarmony Olivia Mellan. Olivia is a money psychology pioneer who has been hosted on Oprah, the Today Show, and ABC’s 20/20. She then clinically studied Compulsive Shopping under Dr. April Benson for 18 months. Carrie bought Dr. Benson's business in COVID.

Today we will discuss compulsive shopping behavior by at least one partner in a relationship, and how you can work together to conquer the challenge.

Enjoy the show.

Carrie Rattle
00:00 Introduction
01:48 This is a pretty specialized topic. How did you get into this work Carrie?
02:42 What is compulsive buying and how is it different from impulsive buying?
06:06 Why is it such a big deal? (and how can it affect couples/families)
10:48 Compulsive buying /shopping addiction seems to be covered in the media regularly, but there are few of you in the country who specialize in this area. Why is that?
13:56 When clients come to you, how do they feel? And if they mention partners, do they share how they also feel?
16:30: Should compulsive shoppers work with their spouses to have an allowance system in their relationship?
20:38 What can a partner do to help them? What shouldn’t they do?
26:33 What support is available to overshoppers/compulsive shoppers/shopping addicts?
28:32 Where can our listeners go to learn more about you?
29:16 What is one piece of simple and actionable advice you want to leave our listeners with?

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Welcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team.

I’m Brian Page, founder of Modern Husbands. Sometimes our listeners want more support than a podcast can give, individual or couple support, which I now provide. Details can be found at modernhusbands.com or you can email me at brian@modernhusbands.com.

For today’s podcast we welcome Elizabeth Earnshaw, one of today’s most trusted relationship teachers. Elizabeth is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Clinical Fellow of The American Association of Marriage & Family Therapy. She also founded A Better Life Therapy, where she sees couples in her tailored weekend intensives. Today we are going to discuss her new book, Til Stress Do Us Part.

Enjoy the show.

Show Notes

00:00 Introduction
01:07 Can you walk us through some of the types of stress we face and how they affect our relationships with our partners and ourselves?
09:28 Can you walk us through the concept of mental load and how a disparity in marriage leads to issues?
19:10 What role does stress play in our daily lives? How does that impact our relationships?
26:58 How do we set healthy boundaries to counter stress? How do these affect our relationships?
31:05 What is the science behind our response to internal and external stressors?
45:46 What are three practices couples can implement in their lives today to help protect their relationship?
47:42 Where can folks learn more about your book and your work?

Learn more about Elizabeth and where to purchase her book:: https://elizabethearnshaw.com/

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In this conversation, Dr. Emily Oster discusses the application of business principles to family decision-making, particularly for dual-career couples.

Dr. Emily Oster is a renowned economist and author, known for her data-driven approach to pregnancy and parenting. She is a New York Times best-selling author, a professor of economics at Brown University, and the founder and CEO of ParentData, a website providing research-backed information on pregnancy and parenting.

Show Notes

00:00 Introduction
03:08 In The Family Firm, you advocate for applying business principles to family decisions. 06:08 How can dual-career couples implement structured decision-making processes to manage parenting responsibilities effectively?
12:12 When both parents have demanding careers, how should they approach decisions around parental leave to balance career aspirations and family needs?
17:12 How can couples incorporate regular check-ins to discuss their relationship and parenting roles, and what benefits do these conversations offer?
21:04 With an abundance of parenting advice available, how can couples discern what information is relevant and make informed decisions without feeling overwhelmed? ​
26:07 In your research, you've challenged several conventional parenting beliefs. Can you share some myths that dual-career couples should be aware of, and how debunking them can ease parenting stress? ​
28:25 What approaches do you suggest for couples to align their long-term parenting goals, such as education choices and extracurricular activities, to ensure cohesive decision-making? ​
31:23 How can couples proactively address and balance traditional gender roles in parenting to foster an equitable partnership?​
39:26 Many working parents experience guilt related to balancing career and family. What insights do you offer to help couples navigate and mitigate these feelings?
41:28 Can you please share with our listeners where they can learn more about your work – such as your online and social media presence and where they can purchase your books?
42:01 What is one piece of simple and actionable advice you want to leave us with?

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For today’s podcast we welcome Dr. Cassie Holmes, a chaired professor at UCLA’s Anderson School of Management, award-winning teacher and researcher on time and happiness, and bestselling author of Happier Hour: How to Beat Distraction, Expand Your Time, and Focus on What Matters Most.

In this conversation, Dr. Cassie Holmes, a leading expert in happiness research, discusses the importance of time management and intentional living in enhancing happiness.

She shares insights from her book 'Happier Hour' and emphasizes the need for balancing work and family life, especially for parents juggling dual careers. The discussion covers practical applications of happiness research, the concept of time poverty, and the significance of creating 'pockets of joy' in daily life. In this conversation, Cassie discusses the importance of recognizing joy in everyday moments, the value of novel experiences in relationships, and the significance of creating holiday traditions.

She emphasizes the need for intentional time management and prioritizing what truly matters in life. The discussion also includes practical tips for couples to enhance their relationship and create meaningful moments together, especially during busy times like the holidays.

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Welcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team.

Today we welcome Emily Luk. Emily is a Chartered Financial Analyst, Chartered Professional Accountant, and co-founder of the investing app Plenty. For today’s episode we discuss the challenges couples face when investing for retirement and how to address those challenges. Enjoy the episode.

Takeaways

• Couples should have open and honest conversations about their finances and retirement goals.
• Understanding your current financial situation is crucial for planning and investing for retirement.
• Investing over time can lead to significant growth, even with small initial investments.
• Collaboration and working together as a couple can lead to greater financial confidence and success.
• Plenty's app and retirement product provide tools and guidance to help couples manage their investments and plan for retirement.
• The Power of Investing Over Time

Show Notes

00:00 Introduction and Background in Investment Services
01:52 The Need for a Tool to Manage Finances as a Couple
06:12 Simplifying Investing for Couples and the Fundamentals
19:08 The New Trend: THREFT Indexing, Tax Strategies, and Alternative Investment
22:41 Addressing Challenges and Building Confidence in Retirement Planning
26:31 Understanding the Potential Growth of Investments Over Time
28:34 The Role of Plenty's App and Podcast in Helping Couples
31:09 Rapid Fire Investing Questions and Answers
34:55 Simple Actionable Advice to Apply in Your Life

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Welcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team.

Today we welcome Mary Beth Ferrante, Founder of Work 360. Mary Beth’s focus is on positioning organizations to break the weak culture cycle that perpetuates burnout and caregiver stigma, costing organizations millions of dollars in turnover, lost productivity, and unused benefits. Today is a conversation between Brian Page and Mary Beth on the role of men in care.

Show Notes

00:00 Introduction
02:30 Going all-in on one spouse’s career
07:18 How to step up at home
11:10 How I define a Modern Husband
13:10 What is keeping some men from stepping in as lead caregivers at home
17:19 What do you wish wives understood about their husbands?
20:15 How can men and women get to equity in the home and at work
23:57 How women can start a conversation with their husbands about doing more at home

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Welcome to the Modern Husbands podcast, where any combination of Dr. Bruce Ross, Christian Sherrill, and Brian Page host national experts who share winning ideas to manage money and the home as a team.

Today we welcome Julia Menez, founder of Geo Breeze Travel. We discuss the world of points and rewards travel. She shares how points and miles can be used to save money on flights and hotels, how to be strategic with credit cards and points, and shares success stories of clients who have planned dream vacations using her strategies. Enjoy the show.

00:00 Introduction and Favorite Travel Destination
01:39 Inspiration Behind Founding Geobreeze Travel
03:42 Points and Rewards Travel 101
05:24 Dispelling Misconceptions about Points and Rewards Travel
13:32 What Makes Julia Uniquelly Qualified
15:26 Fast Facts About Travel Rewards and Points
17:45 Success Stories: Dream Vacations Planned with Points and Rewards
21:12 Conclusion and Actionable Steps

Key Takeaways

• Points and miles can be used to save money on flights and hotels
• Being strategic with credit cards and points is important
• Don't hoard points, use them to create memories
• Flexible points from credit cards can hedge against devaluation
• Research and plan your travel to maximize the value of your points

Learn more about Geobreeze Travel: https://geobreezetravel.com/

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