David Boyle
David Boyle
5 Years 85 days - Ask Boyle
5 Years 85 days - Ask Boyle
5 Years 85 days - Ask Boyle
Monday 5th August 2024
David Boyle discusses the true meaning of success amidst economic turmoil, reflecting on fame, family, and financial freedom.
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18 minutes
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Raw
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Humorous
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Sobriety in Everyday Life
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Episode Overview
- Boyle discusses the current economic downturn and its impact on global markets.
- Shares his strategy and mishaps in investing in Bitcoin during a crash.
- Reflects on how his definition of success has evolved from fame to family.
- Emphasises the importance of being a good parent and husband over materialistic goals.
- Defines true success as achieving personal freedom and control over one's time.
Being a good person is very difficult. So forgive yourself as well along the way.
In this episode of 'I'm Quitting Alcohol', comedian David Boyle tackles the concept of success while navigating the chaos of an economic downturn. With his trademark humour and raw honesty, Boyle dives into the state of the global markets, particularly focusing on Japan's stock exchange and Bitcoin's fluctuations. His candid reflections on financial mishaps and his relentless optimism in buying Bitcoin during a crash provide a refreshing take on a typically stressful topic.
Boyle also answers a poignant question from a listener about what success means to him now versus when he was younger. He reveals that fame and wealth have lost their allure, and he now finds true success in being a good father and husband, valuing traditional family values over materialistic goals. His musings on freedom, both financial and personal, resonate deeply as he concludes that being a 'sovereign individual'—someone who controls their own time and choices—is the ultimate success.
Boyle’s mix of financial commentary, personal anecdotes, and philosophical insights make this episode a must-listen for anyone grappling with their own definitions of success and stability.