December 2025

From money stress to money strategy: Dr. Nicholas E. Michels on designing Wealth by Choice

In this powerful Bricks and Banks Podcast episode, Dr. Nicholas Michels — Founder of Michels Family Financial, bestselling author of Rich By Choice, Certified Financial Planner, and former pro athlete — reveals what it really means to build wealth with intention. From childhood financial trauma, to turning down an $8.1 million signing bonus, to building

From growing up in a trailer park to becoming a bestselling author and trusted financial advisor, Dr Nick brings a rare blend of humility, clarity and purpose to the world of money. We explore how values-driven decision making shapes true wealth, why peace matters more than the size of your portfolio, and how social entrepreneurs

Why is knowledge alone not a remedy to fix financial stress when couples lack alignment, communication and emotional clarity around money … which leads to your legacy? How are even high-achievers trapped by generational cycles of confusion, conflict as well as overwhelm? What are the real problems keeping couples and families stuck and how do