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
Prices Also Fall
In this episode of "Talking Real Money," hosts Don McDonald and Tom Cock address recent market volatility, emphasizing that despite headlines about markets "nosedives," the S&P 500 is still up 10% ov…
00:45:26 |
Tue 18 Mar 2025
Catching Some Zs
In this episode of "Talking Real Money," hosts Don McDonald and Tom Cock discuss generational investing habits, highlighting concerning trends among Gen Z investors who start investing at age 19 but …
00:25:13 |
Mon 17 Mar 2025
These Questions Five
It's another Friday Q&A:
1:38 Inherited IRAs Explained
3:34 Understanding Short-Term Bond Funds
5:35 Tax Implications on Dividends
6:40 The Role of Mid-Cap Investments
8:43 Withdrawal Strat…
00:16:19 |
Fri 14 Mar 2025
Misplaced Confidence
In this episode, Tom and Don explore retail investors' behaviors influenced by users of platforms like Wall Street Bets, highlighting the risks faced by inexperienced traders in high-stakes options t…
00:28:22 |
Thu 13 Mar 2025
Social inSecurity
Today, Don and Tom discuss essential personal finance and retirement planning strategies. They consider the future Social Security and the need to delay benefits for better payouts while advising you…
00:45:10 |
Wed 12 Mar 2025
Partisan Portfolios
In this episode, we examine the intersection of politics and investing, highlighting how emotional decisions can cloud judgment. We discuss politically-themed ETFs, like the Defiance MAGA ETF, emphas…
00:44:53 |
Tue 11 Mar 2025
Build Better
In this episode, we examine the key principles of constructing an investment portfolio, focusing on asset selection tailored to individual needs. We address listener questions about foundational comp…
00:26:42 |
Mon 10 Mar 2025
Q&A Duo
In this Q&A episode, Don and Tom address listener questions about comparing Vanguard funds with Avantis Global Equity Fund, review an Army officer's retirement portfolio, provide debt management guid…
00:29:53 |
Fri 07 Mar 2025
Bouncing Around
In this episode of "Talking Real Money," Don and Tom discuss investment risk using "volatility scores" to compare investments. They break down how the ARK Innovation ETF's higher returns come with ex…
00:30:43 |
Thu 06 Mar 2025
Financial Fear Factors
From Saturday's second radio show hour:
2:04 Magical Technology and Reality
3:05 Understanding Risk in Investing
5:42 Measuring Investment Risk
7:20 The Importance of Drawdown
13:25 The Vol…
00:45:25 |
Wed 05 Mar 2025
Worry Less
Saturday's first radio hour becomes a podcast:
1:56 The Truth About Money Lies
3:18 Jonathan Clements' Insights
5:04 Coping with Financial Anxiety
7:01 Automating Your Finances
12:03 Tax Ef…
00:45:30 |
Tue 04 Mar 2025
Put Down the Dow
In today's episode:
0:58 Introduction to the Dow Debate
2:11 The Dow's Calculation Explained
4:04 Big Tech's Influence on the Dow
5:17 The Dow's Media Presence
6:27 Ownership of the Dow Jon…
00:29:24 |
Mon 03 Mar 2025
We Have Questions
Thanks for the great questions (and a comment):
1:29 Long-Term Disability Insights
5:15 Fidelity Target Date Funds Discussion
10:59 Annuity Portfolio Changes
13:02 Understanding Wrap Accounts…
00:25:29 |
Fri 28 Feb 2025
Why Try?
In today's episode:
0:33 Investing Truths Uncovered
1:38 The Fallacy of Active Management
2:55 Diversification and Market Cycles
5:23 Autopilot Investment Strategies
6:58 Trusting Long-Term…
00:28:50 |
Thu 27 Feb 2025
Financially Illiterate?
Now, the rest of the Saturday show:
0:52 The Biggest Heist in History
0:54 Financial Literacy: Are We Really Educated?
2:35 The Three Questions of Financial Literacy
5:10 Disappointment in Fi…
00:45:20 |
Wed 26 Feb 2025
Stocks Also Fall
From Saturday's show:
0:34 US Stocks Take a Tumble
4:44 Market Sentiment and Performance Analysis
7:41 Listener Call: Financial Concerns
12:00 Navigating Taxes and Annuities
14:57 Personali…
00:45:16 |
Tue 25 Feb 2025
How Low Can They Go?
In today's podcast:
1:27 Vanguard Cuts Fees
2:34 Small Savings for Investors
6:54 Customer Service Concerns
8:22 Index Fund Clarity
13:14 Dog Food Comparisons
13:43 Listener Questions Beg…
00:25:28 |
Mon 24 Feb 2025
Managed Bonds Better?
In today's podcast:
0:44 Active vs Passive Fund Management
1:40 The Bond Fund Debate
3:01 Active Bond Management Challenges
4:20 Vanguard's Role in Bond Funds
5:46 Comparing Bond Fund Quali…
00:29:00 |
Fri 21 Feb 2025
Super Bowl Investing?
Here's Saturday's second radio hour:
1:48 Super Bowl Betting Frenzy
15:55 Long-Term Care Insurance Insights
17:39 Evaluating Pet Insurance Costs
31:52 Understanding Charitable Distributions
…
00:45:20 |
Thu 20 Feb 2025
Price of Protection
Here's the first part of Saturday's show:
0:48 Real Money Basics
3:22 Hedge Funds Uncovered
5:15 The Role of AI in Investing
6:12 Listener Questions Begin
18:26 Performance and Client Feedb…
00:45:23 |
Wed 19 Feb 2025
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