In this episode of The Rodney Bull Show, Rodney Bull sits down with financial educator and wealth mentor May Rose O’Connell for a powerful conversation about money myths, scarcity mindsets, and why most people are never taught how money really works.

May explains how outdated beliefs around money, especially fear-based scarcity thinking, keep people financially trapped, and why shifting mindset through education is the first step toward real financial freedom. She shares how life events forced her to learn finance the hard way, and why investing in personal education is the most important investment anyone can make before a crisis hits.

The conversation dives into the reality of fiat currency, explaining why government-issued money has failed throughout history and why tangible assets like gold and real estate have consistently preserved value. Rodney and May break down how the modern debt-based system keeps people stuck trading time for money, and why understanding the rules of the financial game is no longer optional.

They also explore the importance of personalised financial strategies, aligning money with individual values, goals, and life stages. May highlights why women, in particular, need stronger financial planning due to longer life expectancy and rising costs later in life. Together, they reinforce that quality of life, longevity, and the ability to give back all depend on financial awareness and preparation.

The episode closes with a strong focus on community and networking, why learning alongside the right people accelerates growth, cuts through misinformation, and helps break generational cycles of financial fear.

This is an essential conversation for anyone ready to replace scarcity with clarity and take ownership of their financial future.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• Why scarcity mindsets keep people financially stuck
• How education creates an abundance mindset
• Why fiat currency fails and erodes purchasing power
• The role of gold and real estate in long-term wealth preservation
• Why personal education is the best investment you can make
• How personalised financial strategies improve outcomes
• Why women need stronger long-term financial planning
• How community and networking accelerate financial literacy
• Why wealth is a tool for freedom, security, and giving back

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