Funny Money

Live in the moment or live for the future? Bob & Sheldon talk about the balance of living in the moment and hoping someone is going to be there for you when you've blown through all of your cash to live in the moment. Will social security be there? Will Mom & Dad be there? Is the government going to be there? How to live fully while knowing (or pretending not to know) that there may not be a safety net.

Bob talks about the frustration of expectations and staff. Sheldon chimes in about the annoyance of people in general. Listen in as Bob & Sheldon talk about the delicate dance of being in the power position as "boss", who can terminate someone at will and "employee" who serves at the whim of their employer.

Bob & Sheldon just hit episode #100. Bob & Sheldon talk about what they have learned or still not learned in the past 99 episodes, especially Bob to not drink even a sip of wine to celebrate episode #100. Sheldon re-realized how much family was more important than material things. And that they both are not willing to give up their passions and creativity even in the midst of financial stability.

Having just talked about The China Hustle film on the last episode, Bob interviews Sheldon on the making of Sheldon's own television series pilot and music video. Sheldon talks about the rewards of making a film (hint – not financial rewards) and the challenges and disappointments. The great thing about spending money on your passion is that after all the funds are gone, you can possibly write it off. Check with your tax preparer to see if you should write off your passions!

Bob & Sheldon interview Jed Rothstein, director of The China Hustle, a documentary about the newest Wall Street heist. Investors on the fringes of the financial world feverishly seeking new alternatives for high-return investments in global markets, finding a goldmine in China. The film is awesome, riveting and entertaining. Listen in as Jed Rothstein shares his perspective on making this film. We actually watched the film. You should too. The China Hustle.