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Rich Without The Rush

Rich Without The Rush

By: R. Lee Vann
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You're not bad with money. You're just exhausted.

Exhausted from advice that doesn't fit your life. Exhausted from feeling behind. Exhausted from doing everything right and still worrying if it's enough.

This personal finance podcast is for Gen X—the ones in our 40s, 50s, and 60s who are tired of money advice made for 25-year-olds. No "just start early." No get-rich-quick schemes. No guilt trips about what you should have done.

I'm R. Lee Vann. I started over at 52 after a divorce and rebuilt from there. I've spent 30 years studying what the Bible actually says about money—not the prosperity gospel stuff, just the wisdom that works.

Each week, we'll talk about building wealth slowly, retirement planning without panic, and finding financial freedom on your own timeline. Real strategies for real people who feel behind but refuse to give up.

This isn't about catching up. It's about finding peace with your money and finishing strong.

The tortoise wins. Let me show you how.

New episodes every Thursday.

2026 R. Lee Vann Economics Personal Development Personal Success
Episodes
  • Episode 5: Warren Buffett Said What?

    Episode 5: Warren Buffett Said What?
    Feb 5 2026

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    Warren Buffett just said something that changes everything. At 95 years old, the richest investor alive looked back on his life. What he said next should stop every Gen Xer in their tracks. "I feel better about the second half of my life than the first." Today I break down what Buffett means—and why it's the best news you've heard all year if you feel behind. 📕 Get the book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GCP386X1 📊 Free Peace Index Calculator: RichWithoutTheRush.com 🎧 Podcast: "Rich Without The Rush" — available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and wherever you listen 📝 Show notes: Email info@RichWithoutTheRush.com Write your 3-sentence obituary. Does your spending match it? Tell me in the comments 👇 Subscribe for weekly Gen X money wisdom—no guilt, no rush. #PersonalFinance #GenX #FinancialPeace #RichWithoutTheRush #WarrenBuffett #MoneyMindset #SecondHalf
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    6 mins
  • Episode 4: 54% of Gen X Is Caught...

    Episode 4: 54% of Gen X Is Caught...
    Jan 31 2026

    **NAVIGATING THE SANDWICH GENERATION: CARE, BOUNDARIES, AND PEACE

    In this episode, R. Lee Vann discusses the challenges faced by the "sandwich generation"—middle-aged adults supporting aging parents while caring for their own children. He shares practical principles to maintain peace, set boundaries, and build wealth slowly and sustainably.

    KEY TOPICS:
    * The emotional and time squeeze of caring for aging parents and supporting adult children
    * The importance of self-care: "You cannot pour from an empty cup"
    * Having hard conversations early about health, finances, and long-term plans
    * Setting boundaries to protect your peace and avoid resentment
    * The slow, steady approach: practicing patience and consistency in caregiving and financial planning
    * Practical tips: develop one boundary each week and communicate with love
    * The impact of guilt and obligation versus love and intentionality in family support

    *** What boundary do you need to set? Tell me in the comments 👇***

    TIMESTAMPS:
    00:00 - The reality of being in the sandwich generation
    00:21 - You're not failing — you're in the squeeze
    00:28 - The time and emotional costs of caregiving
    00:53 - The pressures of supporting aging parents and adult children
    01:39 - Why you might feel broke even if you're not
    03:16 - Three principles to help navigate the squeeze
    03:29 - Principle 1: You cannot pour from an empty cup
    03:54 - The importance of self-care to maintain long-term help
    04:33 - Principle 2: Have hard conversations now
    04:53 - Discussing long-term care planning with parents
    05:09 - Talking to your adult children about boundaries and limits
    05:56 - Principle 3: Boundaries are love
    06:08 - Practical examples of setting boundaries: appointments, expenses
    06:41 - The truth: You're not helping by going broke or losing peace
    06:52 - You can't control everything, but you can control your response
    07:26 - Homework: set one boundary with your adult children this week
    07:59 - Share your boundary in the comments
    08:18 - Upcoming episode with Warren Buffett insights
    08:33 - Find more in "Rich Without the Rush" on Amazon
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    9 mins
  • Episode 3: The One Thing Stealing Your Wealth

    Episode 3: The One Thing Stealing Your Wealth
    Jan 27 2026

    There's a thief stealing your wealth.

    You invite him in everyday.

    Today I show you who he is--and what to do about it.

    Get the details of the Tortoise Formula in the book:

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    6 mins
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