Plan for a Pivot with Mike Marri

What does it really take to build a life abroad? Dan and Alanna welcome Ivan Belcic to share his journey from New Jersey to Shanghai to Prague—plus, Dan answers a listener’s question about budgeting for a semester abroad.

Planning for a baby takes more than a birth plan. Registered Nurse Joyce Jacobson joins Dan and Alanna to share practical advice for every stage, from pregnancy and newborn care, to navigating the costs and beautiful chaos of becoming a parent.

Ever wanted to start a band? Then this is the episode for you. Dan and Alanna sit down with Peter Brown, an IT professional and guitarist of successful metal band, Hath, to talk about what it really takes to turn a passion project into a self-sustaining business. Rock on!

For summer break, Dan and Alanna are bringing you the very best of their Ask Dan segment. Revisit favorite questions, unforgettable moments, and timeless advice in this special compilation episode.

Dan and Alanna welcome a special father-son duo to celebrate Father’s Day. Scott Bracken and his son are lifelong collectors and restorers of classic cars. Dan answers a listener question about inheriting a classic Corvette as an alternative asset.

Dan and Alanna tackle the realities of the “sandwich generation” — balancing kids heading to college, aging parents, and the financial and emotional stress that comes with caring for everyone at once.

Recent reitree, Joe Marsigliano, joins Dan and Alanna to talk about the reality of retirement—where even the best financial plan can’t predict life’s biggest pivots. From “financial breathing” to caregiving, Joe shares how retirement is really about rewiring your time, identity, and purpose.

A 95-year-old Navy veteran shares stories of a life well-lived. Dan and Alanna explore how “pay yourself first,” staying connected to people, and defining your own version of fun can help you enjoy today while planning for a long, meaningful future.

Dan and Alanna talk with psychiatrist Dr. Fara White about the connection between mental health and financial planning. Together they explore anxiety, identity, and why true security comes from balance—not just numbers.

Dan and Alanna chat with entrepreneur Mike Marri about knowing when it’s time to pivot—and how to turn reinvention into long-term success. From musician to business builder, Mike shares hard-earned lessons on risk, resilience, and trusting your instincts when the path changes.