Talking Real Money - Investing Talk
Financial talk radio veteran, Don McDonald and former host of Serious Money on PBS, Tom Cock, join forces to talk about real money issues. In each episode, they solve real money problems, dole out real investing (not speculating) advice, and really explain the financial issues that effect all of us. Plus, it's actually fun! Talking Real Money is a podcast designed to provide the real help we all need to enjoy a really great future. Call in with your questions anytime at 855-935-TALK (8255).
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 30 minutes
- Episodes
- 1726
- Years Active
- 2018 - 2025
Diversify or Die (Poor)?
Don and Tom launch into a globe-trotting episode—complete with multilingual greetings and a cameo from Cookie Monster—before diving into the serious question of global investing. They challenge the "…
00:29:57 |
Thu 15 May 2025
There's an Easier Way
In this episode, Don and Tom rewind to the not-so-golden era of Wall Street paperwork, bringing a modern perspective to old-school investing habits. They tackle listener questions around dividend inv…
00:42:35 |
Wed 14 May 2025
Two-Thirds are Wrong
Don and Tom take aim at America's favorite financial myths—starting with the widespread belief that real estate and gold are the best long-term investments. They present nearly 100 years of historica…
00:40:48 |
Tue 13 May 2025
Investing in Scary Times
In this episode, Don and Tom tackle the investor's most persistent foe—fear—especially during volatile markets. They draw on insights from Vanguard and others to reinforce the value of long-term inve…
00:27:39 |
Mon 12 May 2025
Six Subject Show
In this extra-packed Friday Q&A episode, Don powers through a barrage of listener questions while recovering from an attempted heart ablation (yep, he's okay—but not fixed). He dives into everything …
00:26:40 |
Fri 09 May 2025
Hidden Wealth
On this Talking Real Money episode, Don and Tom tag-team one of the biggest financial myths around: your house as a retirement plan. With over $35 trillion locked in U.S. home equity, they challenge …
00:28:45 |
Thu 08 May 2025
Will I Have Enough?
Tom and Roxy Butner to co-host a packed episode of Talking Real Money, tackling the ever-elusive "magic number" for retirement with a healthy dose of realism, humor, and data. They dig into a Northwe…
00:45:31 |
Wed 07 May 2025
Lessons from a Legend
Tom Cock takes the mic solo (with Don recovering from a “procedure”) and brings in advisor Roxy Butner for a special live episode. They reflect on Warren Buffett’s decision to retire in 2025, discuss…
00:45:33 |
Tue 06 May 2025
Money Lessons That Matter
Don and Tom get real about the most important lessons every young person should learn about money—before life (and bad decisions) get in the way. From money values to compound interest, tax realities…
00:32:36 |
Mon 05 May 2025
All Questions, No Dumb Ones
Don records this Q&A episode a bit early—right before heart surgery—to make sure listeners don’t miss their Friday dose. He kicks off with a listener confused by a boilerplate $50 foreign stock fee w…
00:21:40 |
Thu 01 May 2025
Modern Money Myths Meet Their Match
On this myth-busting episode of Talking Real Money, Don and Tom tackle persistent financial fables that sound logical but often lead investors astray. With help from a Kiplinger list and their own ex…
00:31:50 |
Thu 01 May 2025
Scares, Stockpiles and Smart Planning
Tariffs, fear, and stockpiling—oh my! Don and Tom break down how consumer sentiment, not just consumer spending, is shifting dramatically under the weight of tariff uncertainty. They connect behavior…
00:45:38 |
Wed 30 Apr 2025
Your Brain’s Investing Mistakes
Our memories—and sometimes our parents'—shape how we invest, often more than logic or data. Don and Tom break down how generational financial trauma, recent market trends, and asset class myths (like…
00:38:10 |
Tue 29 Apr 2025
Leverage: Fast Fortune or Failure
Don and Tom dive into the seductive but dangerous world of leverage, starting with real estate and quickly moving into the even riskier territory of leveraged ETFs. They explain how leverage magnifie…
00:22:03 |
Mon 28 Apr 2025
More Raised Hands
In this listener Q&A episode, Don dives into some powerful topics—from calling out the sales-driven heart of the financial services industry to explaining how bond index funds are built and breaking …
00:23:28 |
Fri 25 Apr 2025
Gold Doesn't Work–Your Money Should
Gold is back in the headlines, but should it be in your portfolio? Don and Tom take a fresh (and frequently hilarious) look at the shiny metal that never seems to deliver. From Fort Knox to Costco’s …
00:29:25 |
Thu 24 Apr 2025
The Best New Strategy is Old
When markets get bumpy, emotions take the wheel—and that’s exactly why Don spends this solo episode reminding listeners that logic, evidence, and simplicity still win in the long run. He digs into wh…
00:45:36 |
Wed 23 Apr 2025
Less Risk Can Cost More
Don flies solo on this episode of Talking Real Money, fielding calls and calling out the nonsense in fancy investment gimmicks. From market-neutral funds to buffered ETFs, he lays out the case for si…
00:45:50 |
Tue 22 Apr 2025
Wall Street Wants You Scared
In this episode of Talking Real Money, Don McDonald and Tom Cock discuss practical strategies for navigating recessions without panic or unnecessary market timing. They critique the constant, fear-dr…
00:26:05 |
Mon 21 Apr 2025
Your Proper Risk
Don and Tom explore the role of risk, resilience, and rational investing as they tackle stock market uncertainty, Roth conversion confusion, and Robinhood’s attempt to lure new users. They mix in pra…
00:45:32 |
Wed 16 Apr 2025
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