In this episode, Dr. Jay sits down with Pete Krull, a pioneer in sustainable investing, to unpack what it really means to align your money with your values. They explore how ESG has become politicized, what the media gets wrong about ethical investing, and why ‘green hushing’ might be the most honest thing happening in finance right now.

Whether you’re new to ESG or skeptical of it, this episode offers a grounded, practical look at how your portfolio can reflect the future you want to see—without losing sight of performance.

Chapters

00:00 Investing with Values: An Introduction
01:11 The Political Landscape of Sustainable Investing
03:05 Understanding ESG: Definitions and Misconceptions
06:50 The Shift to Sustainable, Resilient, and Innovative Investing
10:20 Balancing Growth and Sustainability
12:43 The Complexity of Ethical Investing
15:50 Navigating Investment Choices and Trade-offs
19:53 The Long-term Perspective on Sustainable Investing
22:58 The Process of Building a Sustainable Portfolio
27:29 Green Hushing: The Quiet Shift in ESG Practices
29:39 Conclusion and Resources for Sustainable Investing

Mentioned in this Episode:
- Pete Krull from Earth Equity Advisors: wwww.earthequityadvisors.com
- Sustainable Investing by Pete Krull: https://www.sustainableinvestorbook.com
- Earth Equity Advisors Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/EarthEquityAdvisors
- Connect with Pete on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pkrull/
- Pete's Podcast, My Dollars & Change: https://www.earthequityadvisors.com/dollars-change/

The Childfree Wealth Podcast, hosted by Bri Conn and Dr. Jay Zigmont, CFP®, is a financial and lifestyle podcast that explores the unique perspectives and concerns of childfree individuals and couples.

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What does it really take to leave everything behind and start a new life abroad?

In this episode, Dr. Jay reconnects with Andy and Libbi to talk about their move from Hawaii to the French countryside—and how financial independence made it possible. From navigating long-stay visas and currency conversions to learning a new pace of life, they share the unfiltered reality of becoming expats.

They open up about the emotional side of change, the cultural differences they didn’t expect, and how working remotely has given them a new kind of freedom. Whether you’ve dreamed of retiring abroad, taking a sabbatical, or simply want a lifestyle shift, this episode is packed with honest insight.

And yes—it’s all about the food!

We'll cover:
- 00:00 Embracing a New Lifestyle in France
- 05:43 Navigating Financial Independence Abroad
- 12:50 Cultural Insights and Adjustments
- 17:38 The Challenges of Expat Life
- 23:44 Finding Purpose and Fulfillment
- 29:00 Advice for Aspiring Expats

Mentioned in this Episode:
- Andy / Libbi Episode 1: https://youtu.be/-_Y5wDwWQH8
- Andy / Libbi Episode 2: https://youtu.be/lj74jGYhFHM
- Childfree Wealth® Checkup: https://childfreewealth.com/schedule-a-checkup/
- Work with our team 1:1 like Andy and Libbi: https://childfreewealth.com/core-offering/

Connect with Andy and Libbi on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theroamingroeds

The Childfree Wealth Podcast, hosted by Bri Conn and Dr. Jay Zigmont, CFP®, is a financial and lifestyle podcast that explores the unique perspectives and concerns of childfree individuals and couples.

Like the show? Leave us a rating & review!

If you want to join the conversation, email us at media@childfreewealth.com, follow Childfree Wealth® on social media, or visit our website www.childfreewealth.com!

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Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational & entertainment purposes. Please consult your advisor before implementing any ideas heard on this podcast.

What if the life you're living was always enough, no kids required, no apologies necessary?

In this episode, Bri sits down with Emily Paulsen, the founder of Curious Life of a Childfree Woman, to explore what it means to build a joyful, curious, and unapologetically Childfree life. From starting her podcast and navigating judgment to building community and reclaiming curiosity, Emily shares what it means to follow your gut, embrace a nontraditional path, and still want to learn about everything from climate change to cortisol.

We'll cover:

• Why Emily launched her podcast and what sparked the shift (00:01)
• Building a Childfree life rooted in curiosity, not defensiveness (03:23)
• Normalizing Childfree choices in everyday conversations (13:54)
• Balancing boundaries, identity, and disclosure when it’s not always safe (18:14)
• Why social connection matters now more than ever and how we build it (33:08)
• How Emily chooses podcast topics and plans future community events (24:50)

#ChildfreeWealth #CuriousLife #ChildfreeLiving #CommunityBuilding #FinancialFreedom #GlobalPlanning #NoKidsNoProblem

Mentioned in this Episode:

• Emily’s Podcast - Curious Life of a Childfree Woman: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/curious-life-of-a-childfree-woman/id1777850561
• Instagram: @curiouslifeofachildfreewoman
• Website: https://curiouslifeofachildfreewoman.com
• Join the Curious Life Club Email List: Link on Website
• Childfree Trust (Waitlist): https://childfreelegacy.com
• Schedule your Childfree Wealth Checkup: https://childfreewealth.com/schedule-a-checkup/
• Signup for the Childfree Wealth Newsletter: https://bit.ly/cwnewsletter2

About Emily:
Emily Paulsen is an accomplished entrepreneur and happily childfree woman shining a light on the often overshadowed childfree-by-choice life. Whether interviewing innovative experts or positioning leaders to scale through her Brand Studio, Electric Collab, Emily’s power lies in allowing people to feel seen and celebrated for who they are. She’s spent years honing the ability to deeply understand and amplify others in an honest, high-impact way.

The Childfree Wealth Podcast, hosted by Bri Conn and Dr. Jay Zigmont, CFP®, is a financial and lifestyle podcast that explores the unique perspectives and concerns of childfree individuals and couples.

Like the show? Leave us a rating & review!

If you want to join the conversation, email us at media@childfreewealth.com, follow Childfree Wealth® on social media, or visit our website www.childfreewealth.com!

Join our newsletter HERE.
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Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational & entertainment purposes. Please consult your advisor before implementing any ideas heard on this podcast.