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What Wealthy Investors Over 50 Are Quietly Doing to Turn Their Portfolios into “Paycheck Machines"

Imagine fearing retirement more than death itself. It sounds extreme, but nearly two-thirds of Americans (64%) say they worry more about running out of money in retirement than about dying.In fact, in a recent survey by Allianz Life, inflation topped the list of reasons for this anxiety, with over half of respondents (54%) citing inflation as a key threat to their nest egg. It’s no wonder – official reports might peg inflation at 2-3%, but independent analyses of the cost of living have found real expenses climbing closer to 10%+ annually. At that rate, if your portfolio isn’t gaining at least 10% per year, your purchasing power is actually shrinking.

This stark reality has wealthy investors and Wall Street pros quietly deploying a little-known strategy to protect and grow their retirement income. In this deep-dive, we reveal what savvy men over 50 are doing with their portfolios – turning their holdings into a “paycheck machine” that safely generates consistent income, week after week.

The Looming Retirement Income Crisis

Retirement today comes with a serious income challenge. Traditional advice like the “4% rule” – withdrawing 4% of your savings annually – was built for a world of moderate inflation and reliable bonds. But those conditions are eroding. Inflation has been a persistent thief of wealth in recent years. While the U.S. Federal Reserve insists inflation is under control, many retirees feel a stark gap between official numbers and real-life expenses. For example, one private index of everyday costs found the cost of living was rising ~9.9% per year across major U.S. cities, even when government CPI statistics showed under 1% in the same period. If true inflation is near double-digits, a retiree following the 4% withdrawal rule would fall behind every year, steadily losing purchasing power.

Seniors and pre-retirees are feeling the squeeze: A new AARP survey reported that 61% of adults over 50 worry they won’t have enough money to last through retirement. Alarmingly, 1 in 5 of these older Americans have no retirement savings at all. Even among those who did save, many fear it’s not enough to maintain their standard of living. In one 2025 poll of 50+ investors, 41% said they won’t be able to support the retirement lifestyle they envisioned. Perhaps that’s why more people are working well past 65 – about one in five Americans over 65 is still employed, nearly double the rate of 35 years ago. Others plan side gigs: almost 63% of Gen Xers (now in their 50s) say they are considering a “side hustle” in retirement to make ends meet.

Multiple factors drive this retirement insecurity: rising healthcare costs, longer life expectancies, the decline of pensions, and yes, the recent surge of inflation. The Allianz study noted that Boomers (ages ~59-77) are especially worried about inflation – 61% cite rising prices as a top threat. And no wonder – if your investments only earn 5-6% but true inflation on your expenses runs ~10-12%, you’re effectively getting poorer each year. Retirees today fear outliving their savings more than ever because they see the math isn’t in their favor.

Key Retirement Fear Statistics:

“Running out of money” is a bigger worry than death: 64% of Americans feel this way.
Most older adults are not financially confident: 61% of 50+ Americans worry their retirement funds won’t last.
Inflation is a top concern: 70% of older Americans fear prices rising faster than their income, and over half say inflation is undermining their retirement security.
Many haven’t saved enough: The median retirement savings for age 65+ is only about $88,000 – a sum that would produce merely ~$3,500 per year on a 4% withdrawal plan.
Older people are working more: 20% of Americans 65+ are still working (vs. 12% in 1990), reflecting financial need.

These statistics paint a sobering picture. If you’re in or near retirement and feeling uneasy, you’re not alone. But here’s the crucial insight: while the average investor frets and struggles, the wealthy and the “pros” have adapted. They’ve found ways to make their portfolios work harder – generating reliable income streams to combat inflation and fund their lifestyles. One of the cornerstone techniques they use is turning their stock holdings into an income-producing machine. Let’s explore how they do it.

Why Traditional Approaches May Fall Short

Before diving into the solution, it’s important to understand why conventional retirement strategies might not be enough today:

Stagnant Yields: In the past, retirees could park money in bonds or CDs and get 5-7% yields. Those days are mostly gone. Even with interest rates off historic lows, a 10-year U.S. Treasury bond yields around 4.4% – barely half of recent inflation rates. Safe income assets aren’t keeping up with rising costs, creating a gap.
Stock Market Uncertainty: Relying on stock growth alone can be risky, especially for those nearing retirement. A market downturn early in retirement can decimate a portfolio (the dreaded “sequence of returns” risk). Yet sitting in cash means losing to inflation. Traditional stock-and-bond allocations (like the 60/40 portfolio) may no longer reliably deliver the returns needed to outpace true cost-of-living increases.
The 4% Rule Under Fire: The famous 4% annual withdrawal rule assumed moderate inflation and steady growth. In a high-inflation environment (say 8-10% annual price increases), a 4% withdrawal plus 8% inflation means the real value of your savings shrinks ~4% a year. Experts now debate if 4% is too high (risking running out of money) or too low (if your investments earn more, you might underspend and not enjoy retirement). Bill Bengen, the “father” of the 4% rule, has even revised guidance saying retirees may need to adjust based on conditions.
Longevity and Expenses: People are living longer, which means more years of spending. Healthcare costs often rise faster than general inflation, especially for seniors. Many retirees also carry debt or support family members, adding to cash flow needs. In one study, 70% of Gen X and Boomers acknowledged they aren’t saving enough now for retirement, often due to day-to-day expenses and debts.

Faced with these challenges, simply hoping a stock portfolio grows, or pinching pennies to make a small nest egg last 30 years, is not a comfortable plan. This is where the wealthy diverge – they leverage strategies that generate incremental income from their investments. One particular strategy has gained traction: using stock options to create regular cash flow. Don’t be intimidated by the term “options” – as we’ll see, one approach to options can be quite conservative and income-focused. It’s called the covered call strategy, and it can potentially turn your portfolio into a weekly or monthly paycheck machine.

The “Quiet” Strategy of the Wealthy: Selling Covered Calls for Income

Selling covered calls is an investment strategy that has been used by sophisticated investors, hedge funds, and Wall Street pros for decades to generate extra income. Lately, it’s become increasingly popular among everyday investors too – especially those in the know who are approaching retirement and looking for safe income. In simple terms, a covered call means you collect cash today by giving someone else the option to buy your stocks in the future at a set price. If done correctly, it’s a way to earn extra yield on stocks you already own, without taking on the high risks of fancy trading schemes.

What Are Covered Calls? At its core, a covered call trade works like this:

You own shares of a stock or an index fund – ideally a stable, quality company you’re willing to hold. (For example, 100 shares of XYZ Corp.)
You sell a call option contract on those shares. A call option gives the buyer the right (but not the obligation) to purchase your shares at an agreed “strike” price before a certain date. Each option contract covers 100 shares.
You get paid a cash premium upfront for selling that option. This is immediate income into your account – think of it as someone paying you rent for the right to possibly buy your stock later.
What happens next? If the stock stays below the strike price through the option’s expiration date, nothing else happens – the option expires unused and you keep your shares and the cash premium. If the stock goes above the strike price, the buyer may exercise the option and buy your shares at that strike price. In that case, you still keep the premium plus you get the proceeds from selling your stock at the strike price (you can always buy the stock back or rotate into another investment, if desired).

Covered calls are considered a conservative, “win-win” strategy in many market scenarios: If the stock doesn’t soar too high, you simply earn the extra income (the call premium) on top of any dividends and keep your shares. If the stock does rally past the strike, you likely sell it at a profit (the strike price) — but because you sold a call, your upside is capped at that price. Essentially, you trade away some potential future gains beyond the strike in exchange for guaranteed income today. This is why covered calls are often described as “yield enhancement” or “income generation” strategies. They can be a prudent way to monetize the stocks in your portfolio, turning your holdings into a source of regular cash flow rather than just paper wealth.

Wealthy investors have long used covered calls quietly as part of their portfolio management. Why? Because it creates a paycheck-like income without significantly altering their risk profile. If you own a basket of blue-chip stocks that you’re confident in for the long run, selling calls on them can potentially generate an extra 1-2% (or more) per month in income. That might not sound like much at first, but consider that 2% per month compounding is ~27% per year – suddenly you’re doubling or tripling the typical dividend yield or bond yield. Even a more modest 1% per month (~12% per year) can far exceed what most retirees get from traditional income investments.

Importantly, covered calls don’t require constant attention or fancy trading – it can be done in a “slow and steady” fashion. Many who adopt this strategy treat it almost like owning a rental property: you own the asset (stocks) and you “lease” them out (sell calls) to collect rent (premiums). Unlike a rental, though, there’s no broken toilets or vacancies to worry about – you simply might occasionally have your stock “called away” (sold) if it jumps in price, in which case you can rebuy it or buy something similar and continue the process.

What Wall Street Pros Know (and you can copy)

It might sound surprising that generating 10%+ annual income from your portfolio is possible without undue risk. But Wall Street pros know this well, and there’s plenty of data to back it up. For instance, the Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE) has an index called the BuyWrite Index (BXM) that tracks a simple covered call strategy on the S&P 500. Over a 23-year study, the covered call strategy (BXM) actually outperformed the S&P 500’s total return, with higher average annual returns and lower volatility. In plainer terms, selling covered calls on the S&P 500 produced better returns with smoother rides for investors than just holding the S&P 500 outright (over that lengthy period). This contradicts the notion that adding an options strategy is “risky” – on the contrary, the option income provided a buffer in down markets and steady gains in flat markets, improving the risk/reward profile.

Academic and industry studies have repeatedly found that options-writing strategies (like covered calls or put-selling) can enhance income and even reduce portfolio risk over time. Wall Street funds and savvy investors use this to their advantage:

Income Amplification: Covered call premiums can far exceed dividend income on many stocks. For example, income from call premiums can be 2-3× the dividend yield of the same stock – all while you continue to also collect the dividends! It’s like doubling or tripling the cash generation of your equity portfolio.
Downside Cushion: The premium earned acts as a small cushion against declines. If a stock pays you $2 per share in option premium, that’s $2 of downside protection – if the stock price dips, you’re $2 better off than you’d be without selling the call. Over time, these cushions add up, potentially reducing overall volatility.
Consistency: Options expire typically every week or month. By selling calls regularly (e.g. monthly), investors create a schedule of income. Many refer to it as “monthly paychecks” from the market. With planning, one can stagger expirations or use weekly options to potentially get weekly income. It’s not magic – it’s the result of methodically harvesting the time value in options.
Used by the Big Players: Some of the largest investment firms incorporate option-selling for their clients. For instance, big-name funds and ETFs specifically do covered calls to generate income for investors. (We’ll see examples in the next section.) Wealthy individuals working with private wealth managers often have option overlays to boost portfolio income. In short, this isn’t a fringe idea – it’s a well-established strategy in the toolkit of sophisticated investors, now becoming more accessible to regular folks.

Turning Your Portfolio into a “Paycheck Machine”

How does the covered call strategy translate into a “paycheck machine” in practice? Let’s connect the dots. Say you have a stock portfolio – maybe in a retirement account or brokerage – and it’s full of solid companies or index ETFs. By implementing a covered call program on those holdings, you can potentially start pulling out cash on a routine basis without necessarily touching your principal. In effect, your portfolio itself starts cutting you a paycheck.

For example, imagine you hold $500,000 in a mix of blue-chip stocks. If you could generate even a 1% monthly income from selling calls (which, as we saw, is feasible), that’s $5,000 per month – real cash you can use for living expenses. Over a year, that’s $60,000, or about 12% of your portfolio’s value. Even if your stocks themselves don’t rise a penny, you’ve created a 12% annual return through skillful income generation. Now you have a “machine” that turns your assets into paychecks, all while you still own those assets to benefit from any growth or dividends.

To gauge what’s possible, consider some data from actual funds that specialize in this strategy. Several exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and mutual funds now do covered calls on major indexes:

The JPMorgan Equity Premium Income ETF (JEPI), which employs an options overlay on stocks, has delivered a trailing 12-month yield of about 8.3% for its investors.
The JPMorgan Nasdaq Equity Premium Income ETF (JEPQ), focused on Nasdaq stocks with covered calls, yielded roughly 11.5% over the past year.
The popular Global X Nasdaq 100 Covered Call ETF (QYLD), which sells calls on the Nasdaq-100 index, yielded approximately 13.9% in the last 12 months.

These yields far outstrip traditional income investments – for comparison, the 10-year Treasury bond is around 4.4%, and a broad U.S. stock index yields ~1.5-2% in dividends. In other words, covered call strategies are producing income that beats even current inflation estimates (for example, ~11% yield in JEPQ versus ~3% official inflation, or even versus a ~10% “true” inflation claim). This is how some investors are staying ahead of the cost-of-living curve.

Credit: Seeking Alpha ~ JEPQ’s 10%+ Yield: Not As High As It Seems

The appeal of turning one’s portfolio into an income generator has led to huge growth in covered call funds lately. In the first half of 2025 alone, investors poured a record $31.5 billion into U.S. funds that specialize in these option-income strategies. Total assets in such funds hit an all-time high of about $145 billion by mid-2025. (See the figure above for the spike in new money flowing into these funds.) Retirees and conservative investors are driving much of this demand, as these funds often pay more than bonds and can thrive even if the stock market flattens out. One wealth manager noted that clients are embracing covered call funds not only for the cash flow but also as a way to manage volatility in their portfolios. Essentially, it’s a “have your cake and eat it too” approach – earn income now and mitigate some risks, albeit at the cost of giving up some upside if markets roar ahead.

**Is This Strategy Really “Safe”?**

No investment strategy is risk-free, and anyone telling you otherwise isn’t being honest. Covered calls are no exception – they involve trade-offs and risks that must be understood. However, when done properly, covered calls are widely considered a relatively conservative, low-risk strategy (especially compared to other option trading tactics). Here’s why the strategy is viewed as “safe” and what you need to watch out for:

You Only Trade What You Own: In a covered call, you’re not shorting stocks or leveraging up. You start by owning the underlying stock (hence “covered”). This means you’re not at risk of losing more than you invested – the worst case is your stock drops in value (which could happen even if you did nothing). The call option you sold actually reduces that loss slightly by the premium amount. Contrast this with, say, buying options or using margin – covered calls are tame in comparison.
Capped Upside, Not Increased Downside: The primary “risk” is that if your stock skyrockets beyond the strike price, you miss out on those extra gains because you’ll likely have to sell at the strike. In other words, your profit is capped. But missing some upside is not the same as jeopardizing your principal. For income-focused investors (who prefer stability over swing-for-the-fences gains), this is usually an acceptable trade-off.
Market Drop Protection (Partial): If the market falls, the covered call’s premium offers a small buffer. It’s not full protection – you can still lose money if the stock declines a lot – but you lose slightly less than you would have without the call income. Over time, regularly earning premiums can significantly offset moderate market dips.
Avoiding Problem Stocks: A covered call strategy is safest with quality, relatively stable stocks or ETFs. Think large-cap companies or index funds that you believe in long-term. If you try to do covered calls on very volatile, speculative stocks, the premiums will be higher, yes, but your risk of a big drop (and a loss far exceeding premiums earned) is also higher. Wealthy practitioners of this strategy tend to stick to blue chips or diversified funds for predictability.
Discipline and “System”: The truly safe approach uses a systematic method – for example, always selling calls with a certain buffer (strike price above current price or in-the-money for cushion), managing expirations, and having a plan if stocks move significantly (like rolling options or adjusting positions). One veteran options investor quipped that people get in trouble with covered calls only when “they pick the wrong stocks … and then the stock goes down a lot… That’s why sometimes covered calls get a bad reputation – because people do the wrong thing. There’s a way to do it right, with a system around it.” In other words, education and strategy matter to keep it safe.

It’s worth highlighting again that research supports the relative safety of covered calls when used appropriately. The 23-year study by Asset Consulting Group found that writing covered calls on the S&P 500 not only boosted returns but lowered volatility compared to just holding the S&P. That means the ride was smoother even as more income was generated – a win-win many retirees would welcome. Of course, that was a broad index; an individual’s results depend on how they execute the strategy. But it dispels the myth that adding an option strategy necessarily adds risk. In fact, the income from options can be viewed as a form of risk management: it pays you for taking on the obligation to sell at a certain price, which prudent investors only do at price levels they’re comfortable selling anyway.

From Cash Flow Strategy to “Cash Flow Machine”

By now, the potential of turning your portfolio into a paycheck generator should be clear. It’s not magic – it’s a strategy that requires the right mindset and technique – but it’s eminently doable. You might be thinking: “This sounds great in theory, but how do I actually start doing this?”

The good news is that you don’t need to be a Wall Street trader or have millions in the bank to use covered calls. Many regular investors are already quietly implementing this approach in their retirement accounts or brokerage accounts. All it takes is some education, practice, and a plan. Brokerage platforms today make it straightforward to sell covered call options (many even have wizards or tools for it). However, like any investment strategy, the devil is in the details – doing it right vs. doing it haphazardly can make a big difference. Here are some tips if you’re considering building your own “Cash Flow Machine” with covered calls:

Learn the Fundamentals: Make sure you fully understand how options work – especially the mechanics of selling calls and the implications for your stock holdings. Concepts like strike price, expiration date, and the factors that influence option premiums (volatility, time, etc.) are important. Plenty of free resources, courses, and books cover these basics in an accessible way.
Start Small: Practice with a small portion of your portfolio or even paper trade (many brokerages let you simulate trades). This way you can see how the process works – e.g. selling a call, waiting, and either letting it expire or managing it – without being overwhelmed.
Choose the Right Stocks: As mentioned, stick to quality holdings that you wouldn’t mind holding long-term. Ideally, use stocks with options that are liquid (high trading volume) so it’s easy to enter/exit positions. Many people start with index ETFs or well-known companies.
Have a Plan for Assignment: “Assignment” is when your stock is called away (sold because the buyer exercised their option). This will happen occasionally if your stock rises above the strike price. It’s not a bad thing – you’ll simply realize your gains – but you should plan for it. Either set a rule to buy back the stock (perhaps at the next dip) or rotate into another investment that fits your criteria. The key is to keep the machine running – you want to always own something you can sell calls on, to keep the income flowing.
Use Sensible Strikes and Durations: There are endless ways to implement covered calls (weekly options, monthly options, in-the-money strikes for safety, out-of-the-money for more upside, etc.). A balanced approach for income seekers is often selling monthly calls that are slightly out-of-the-money or in-the-money (for a bit of downside protection), aiming for a sweet spot of premium vs. risk. For example, you might target generating 1% of the stock value in premium each month, and set the strike at a level that you’d be okay selling the stock if it hits. Experiment and refine your approach as you learn.

Many investors find that once they set up a system, this strategy requires only a few minutes of attention per week – checking prices, selecting new options as old ones expire, and so on. It turns investing into something more interactive and income-focused than just the old “buy and hold and cross your fingers” approach.

A Real-World Example of the Cash Flow Machine

To illustrate, let’s say John, a 55-year-old investor, has a portfolio of large-cap stocks worth $400,000. He’s particularly fond of BigTechCo, a stable tech giant, and holds 200 shares at $100 each (so $20,000 in value). Instead of just waiting for BigTechCo’s modest 2% annual dividend ($400 a year on his $20k holding), John decides to implement a covered call strategy:

Step 1: John sells 2 call option contracts (each contract is 100 shares) on BigTechCo, with a strike price of $105, expiring in one month. For this, he earns a premium of say $2 per share (since BigTechCo’s options are in demand). That’s $400 of immediate income (200 shares × $2).
Outcome A – Stock stays below $105: Suppose BigTechCo’s stock stays around $100-$104 for the month. The options expire worthless. John keeps the $400 premium. He can now sell new calls for the next month, repeating the process. Essentially, he just made 2% ( $400/$20,000 ) in one month from his stock, which is equivalent to the stock’s full-year dividend! If he does that consistently, that portion of his portfolio could yield ~24% annualized.
Outcome B – Stock rises above $105: If BigTechCo jumps to, say, $110 by expiration, the buyer will likely exercise the option. John’s 200 shares get sold at $105 each (he receives $21,000 from the sale). He still keeps the $400 premium. So actually, he ends the month with $21,400. If he originally paid $100 for those shares, he’s gained on the stock sale plus the premium – a great one-month result. Now, he can choose to buy BigTechCo shares again (perhaps at $110, if he believes it will keep climbing, or wait for a dip) or buy another solid stock and continue selling calls. In practice, some covered call writers will “roll” their calls (buy back the expiring call and sell a new one at a higher strike) to avoid losing the shares, but either way John has profited nicely.

This example shows that either scenario is beneficial: either you earn steady income and keep your stock, or you earn income and sell your stock for a predetermined acceptable profit. It’s a win-win outcome that can be repeated.

John’s story might be a simplification, but it’s essentially how many real investors are quietly making their portfolios work for them. It’s no longer just about growth or income – it’s about doing both.

**Don’t Just Retire – Retire Well: Building Your Own Cash Flow Machine**

In an environment where inflation threatens to erode wealth and retirement fears are at an all-time high, doing what you’ve always done may not be enough. It’s time to take a page from the playbook of the wealthy and the Wall Street pros. Generating regular “paychecks” from your portfolio is not a fantasy – it’s a reality for those who employ covered calls and similar strategies. The approach discussed here – selling covered calls – is one of the cornerstones of what we call the Cash Flow Machine system: a methodical way to produce reliable income from stocks safely, month after month.

If you find this concept intriguing, you’re likely wondering how to proceed. Fortunately, you don’t have to reinvent the wheel or do it all by yourself. Educational resources and tools are available to guide beginners through the process of creating their own Cash Flow Machine. In fact, we’re offering a free comprehensive e-book called “Regular Paychecks” that dives deeper into this strategy and outlines step-by-step how to get started (from picking the right stocks to executing your first covered call trade). This e-book condenses research and real-world experience into an easy-to-follow blueprint for turning your investments into income generators. It’s a must-read if you want to take control of your retirement income rather than leaving it at the mercy of markets and inflation.

Imagine what an extra few thousand dollars of income every month could mean for your retirement lifestyle. Picture having the confidence that your portfolio is not just a static number on a statement, but a dynamic engine spinning off cash to fund your life goals – whether that’s traveling, hobbies, helping family, or just enjoying peace of mind. That’s what the Cash Flow Machine strategy aims to deliver. And as we’ve shown, this isn’t pie-in-the-sky – it’s rooted in time-tested techniques used by those in the know.

Taking the Next Step

To recap, wealthy men and women over 50, and savvy investors of all ages, are quietly using covered calls and other option-income strategies to bolster their retirement security. They’re not relying solely on Social Security or a meager bond yield; they’re actively creating income streams that keep pace with or beat inflation. You don’t need to be on Wall Street to do this. With the right guidance, you can implement these same approaches in your own accounts, safely and prudently.

Get the Knowledge – Start by grabbing our free “Regular Paychecks” e-book, which breaks down the strategy in plain English, with examples and tips. It will arm you with the understanding you need to move ahead with confidence.
Further Your Learning – If you find yourself motivated to implement this and want further learning, consider enrolling in our Cash Flow Machine Elite Course. (This is entirely optional, of course.) It’s a structured program where you can learn directly from seasoned investors who have been successfully generating 2–4% per month in income and growth from their portfolios using these techniques. Whether you prefer a do-it-yourself approach or a guided one, resources are available to fit your style.
Start Small and Scale Up – Begin applying what you learn with a small portion of your portfolio. Gain confidence through experience, then gradually expand. The goal is that eventually, the strategy could cover a significant portion of your living expenses, effectively making your portfolio write you a “paycheck” on a regular basis.

Don’t let fear dominate your retirement planning. Yes, there are legitimate concerns – inflation, longevity, market uncertainty – but now you know there are also powerful solutions. The wealthy have been using them quietly, and Wall Street pros have been using them for their firms and clients. It’s time these methods became accessible to regular investors like you, so you too can enjoy financial security and freedom.

In conclusion, turning your stock holdings into a weekly or monthly paycheck machine is not only possible, it might just be the smartest way to ensure you never run out of money in retirement. By embracing strategies like covered calls, you can make your portfolio work for you every single week, safely and reliably. The combination of authoritative research, real-world results, and growing popularity among savvy investors all point to one thing: this is a strategy worth paying attention to.

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Sources:

AARP Survey on Retirement Savings Fears
Newsweek – Americans Fear Retirement Shortfall
Allianz Life 2025 Retirement Study (Inflation and longevity concerns)
Chapwood Index / Cost of Living vs CPI analysis
Reuters – Record Inflows to Covered Call Funds, Yields of 8-14%
Reuters – Covered Call Funds Popular with Retirees, $145B Assets
Asset Consulting Group Study – Covered Calls Boost Returns & Lower Risk
BornToSell – Discussion of 23-Year BuyWrite Index Outperformance
Lyn Alden Investment Strategy – Covered Call Income vs Dividends
Mark Yegge’s Cash Flow Machine commentary (transcript)

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