Money Talks: Terrence J Breaks Down Wealth, Real Estate, and Giving Back đź’µ E160
2/16/202633 min
The Money Mondays is a business podcast here to teach you how to make money, invest money, and donate money by showcasing some of the world's most successful people and how they do the same. Hosted by serial entrepreneur Dan Fleyshman, the youngest founder of a publicly traded company in history, this money podcast gives you an exclusive behind the scenes look at how the wealthiest celebrities, entrepreneurs, athletes and influencers make, invest and donate money.
If you want to learn more business and investing while you work to improve your financial life, you're in the right place!
In this episode, Dan sits down with Terrence J—host, actor, producer, and investor—to unpack the business side of building a career in entertainment and turning that momentum into real wealth. Terrence shares the hustle story behind landing 106 & Park (including the bold move that changed everything), why he chose to pivot to E! News at a peak moment, and how he learned to protect his brand by only saying “yes” to opportunities that align.
Then they get straight to the money: Terrence breaks down how he accidentally fell into real estate through his first home purchase, how he evaluates investments (including restaurants and operator-led businesses), and why financial literacy is the difference between keeping wealth and losing it—especially for athletes and creators. They also talk mentorship, long-term planning (trusts, life insurance, and protecting family), and why giving back becomes even more important as your life and priorities evolve.
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First 90 secondsDan Fleyshman· Host0:00
[upbeat music] Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to a special edition of the Money Mondays podcast, where we cover three core topics: how to make money, how to invest money, how to give it away to charity. I'm very excited because I actually have someone here that's been on camera for decades, so I'm actually gonna ask him advice and questions after we film this- [chuckles] ... because he has a zillion hours of experience on camera, behind the scenes, in front of the scenes, and everything in between, on stages, award shows. I- it's mind-boggling how much time he's put into this industry, and so I'm very excited to ask him questions. As you guys know, this episode will be under 40 minutes because the average workout is 45 minutes, the average commute to work is 45 minutes. This episode will be between 34 and 38 minutes for your listening pleasure. Also, keep in mind, this podcast is not just for you. It should be for your friends, family, and followers. You liking, commenting, and subscribing is very useful for our charity, it's very useful for our podcast, it's very useful to spread the message about money, 'cause too often we grew up thinking it's rude to talk about money. We wanna change that narrative. That's why this podcast is in the top 50 all over the world every single week, because of your help. It's very important for us. And also keep in mind, this m- podcast might be for someone from your past, present, or future. You might be sitting somewhere four months from now and be like, "Wait, I remember that thing he said. I should forward that episode."
Terrence J· Guest1:19
Mm-hmm.
Dan Fleyshman· Host1:19
So as you're listening to these things, it's not just for you. Think about the people in your life. Without further ado, Mr. Terrence J, give us a quick two-minute bio so we can get straight to the money.
Terrence J· Guest1:28
What's up, Dan? Thank you so much for having me on