Episodes 290
Avg. Duration 34m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (25)
Since Oct 2021
Latest Episode Jun 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
25%
Hosting
feeds.captivate.fm

About This Podcast

The Freedom Nation podcast is the home of Freedom Day, the achievement of a work-optional lifestyle. Our show focuses around personal finance, real estate, multiple sources of income, cashflow, and the stories of people that have achieved their own Freedom Days. Our host is Jeff Kikel a 30 year veteran of the Financial Services industry that attained his own Freedom Day by building multiple streams of income, selling some, buying more and sharing his story with the audience.

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Recent Episodes

S3E284 The Commercial Real Estate Playbook | Ken Ashley on Mentorship, AI, and Building a Career That Lasts

Jun 09, 2026 32m

Many young professionals are worried about their future. AI is changing industries. Traditional career paths feel uncertain. And many knowledge workers are asking the same question:How do I build a…

S3E283 Retire in 10 Years or Less | Ryan Lee on Passive Income, Freedom Day, and Taking Control of Your Money

Jun 04, 2026 43m

Most people spend decades working hard, saving money, contributing to retirement accounts, and hoping that one day they'll finally have enough to retire.But hope is not a strategy.And many people…

S3E282 Building GROAS from Scratch | David Porquery on AI, Bootstrapping, and Escaping Corporate Life

Jun 02, 2026 34m

Many professionals spend years chasing prestigious careers, climbing the corporate ladder, and earning great money—only to discover they're trapped in a life they don't actually enjoy.The paychecks…

S3E281 From Real Estate Agent to Investor | Corey Wayne Ogle on Smart Investing, Systems, and Building Freedom

May 28, 2026 29m

A lot of people dream about financial freedom through real estate… but most never start.Why?Because they’re overwhelmed, afraid of making costly mistakes, or stuck believing they need millions to…

S3E280 The Decade That Changes Everything | Albert Butler on Family, Leadership, and True Wealth

May 14, 2026 38m

Most people spend their younger years chasing success without thinking deeply about legacy, leadership, or the impact they leave behind.Then life changes.Parents age. Children grow up.…

S3E279 From Money to Meaning | Jim Sabellico on Success, Fatherhood, and Showing Up for What Matters

Apr 09, 2026 21m

You can be successful on paper…and still feel like your life is falling apart.Money is coming in.The business is growing.But your health, your relationships, your family—they’re quietly slipping…

S3E278 Why Freedom Isn’t What You Think | Josh Carr on Responsibility, Growth, and Real Happiness

Apr 07, 2026 1h

Many people hit their 30s feeling stuck.They followed the “right” path—career, family, responsibilities—but something feels off.They’re busy… but not fulfilled.Successful… but not free.Life starts…

S3E277 Why Most Real Estate Investors Fail | Hadley Nightingale on Mistakes, Systems, and Building a Scalable Business

Mar 26, 2026 42m

Most people get into real estate thinking it’s the “safe” path to wealth… only to make costly mistakes, follow bad advice, and struggle to scale.They chase income, hustle harder, and try to do…

S3E276 Building Wealth Through Senior Living | Radhika Rastogi on Passive Income, Syndications, and Purpose-Driven Investing

Mar 19, 2026 42m

Most professionals work for years building someone else’s dream—trading time for income, missing family moments, and struggling to create true financial freedom.At the same time, traditional real…

S3E275 The Reluctant Entrepreneur | Mike Konrad on Surviving the Startup Struggle and Building a 34-Year Business

Mar 12, 2026 46m

Many people dream of leaving their corporate job to start a business. They imagine freedom, flexibility, and unlimited income. But the reality is far different. Most entrepreneurs face years of…

S3E274 How Michael Dodsworth Is Fixing the Broken Ticketing System for Fans and Brands

Mar 03, 2026 38m

Anyone who has tried to buy tickets for a major event knows the frustration. Long queues, crashing websites, bots buying inventory, and fans left empty-handed. The system often feels broken—and for…

S3E273 From Film Editor to ADU Builder | Gil Vaisman on Solving the Housing Crisis and Creating Rental Income

Feb 26, 2026 39m

Homeowners across the country are sitting on valuable property—but don’t know how to unlock it. Rising housing costs, aging parents, adult children moving back home, and the need for extra income are…

S3E272 From Big 4 Director to Freedom Business Owner | Lidia Axe on Courage, Pivoting, and Building a Lifestyle-Centric Business

Feb 20, 2026 52m

Many professionals follow the “safe path” — education, corporate career, promotions — only to realize years later they built success but not freedom. They feel stuck in golden handcuffs, working…

S3E271 Bootstraps & Battle Scars | Chris Shurian on Simplifying Business, Avoiding Tech Overload, and Building Real Freedom

Feb 12, 2026 40m

Entrepreneurs today are drowning in complexity. Endless apps, software subscriptions, automation tools, and “shiny object” technology promise efficiency—but often create confusion, overwhelm, and…

S3E270 Fired at 63 to Financial Freedom | David Nassief on Reinventing Late, Investing Smart, and the One-Page Wealth Compass

Jan 29, 2026 24m

Many people believe that if they lose their job later in life, it’s game over. At 60+, finding new work feels impossible, savings feel fragile, and retirement suddenly looks like a financial cliff…

S3E269 From College Dropout to AI Exit | James Lang on Freedom, Health, and Building Businesses That Don’t Trap You

Jan 27, 2026 45m

Many professionals spend years climbing the ladder only to discover they’ve built a business—or career—that depends entirely on them. Long hours, constant stress, declining health, and zero…

S3E268 From ER Burnout to Lifestyle Freedom | Dr. Maureen Gibbons on Health, Time, and Income Independence

Jan 22, 2026 31m

High-achieving professionals often feel trapped by careers they worked decades to earn. Long hours, constant stress, and systems that reward volume over impact leave them exhausted—yet afraid to step…

S3E267 From Tesla to Mobile Home Parks | Leo Young on Affordable Housing, Cash Flow, and Smarter Real Estate Investing

Jan 20, 2026 28m

For many investors, real estate feels out of reach. Prices are high, competition is fierce, and institutional players dominate the market—leaving everyday investors unsure where to find stable cash…

S3E266 Predictable Paychecks from Trading | Vlad Taimanon on Building Stress-Free Monthly Income with Options

Jan 15, 2026 39m

Most people feel trapped in their jobs, tied to unpredictable income, burnout, and rising expenses — while trading feels like gambling that only professionals can survive.Many who try trading lose…

S3E265 From AI Automation to Mushroom Millions | Benjamin Bressington “The Mushroom Guy” on Building a No-Compromise Wellness Business

Jan 07, 2026 36m

From AI Automation to Mushroom Millions | Benjamin Bressington “The Mushroom Guy” on Building a No-Compromise Wellness BusinessMany entrepreneurs chase scale, automation, and shiny new systems—only…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Freedom Nation Podcast have?

Freedom Nation Podcast has published 290 episodes since October 2021, covering topics in Business, Education.

Is Freedom Nation Podcast still active?

Freedom Nation Podcast is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 34m.

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