On this episode of the Travis Makes Money podcast, Travis and producer Eric jump into a mix of thoughtful, funny, and heartwarming clips, landing on a story about comedian Chris DeStefano and the challenge of choosing between earning more money and spending time with family. Chris discusses turning down work to prioritize his kids, sparking a candid conversation about career, sacrifice, and what success truly means at different life stages.

On this episode we talk about:

• Why Chris DeStefano values family moments over chasing every dollar​

• How personal circumstances and seasons of life dictate work/family choices​

• Navigating parenting, money, and the tradeoffs of financial hustle​

• Lessons from upbringings and parental examples, and their impact on work ethic​

• Building a life that aligns with personal priorities, not just chasing excess​

Top 3 Takeaways

1. You don’t need all the money—knowing when “enough” is enough lets you choose family and peace over constant hustle​

2. Life happens in seasons—sometimes you must work extra, but intentional planning lets you cherish key family moments​

3. Children learn most by watching you; modeling responsible hustle and thoughtful sacrifice is as impactful as time spent​

Notable Quotes

• “I just feel like I don’t need all of it. I just need enough for me … I don’t want to miss my kids’ lives.”​

• “Kids don’t need you there 24/7—they need you present for the moments that matter.”​

• “Doing nothing is not the solution. Doing something is, and doing something in volume is even better.”​

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices