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A Dimensional Mind
Don and Tom welcome Weston Wellington of Dimensional Funds for a rare and richly insightful conversation covering market volatility, media noise, diversification, and the enduring wisdom of index inv…
Published on 7 months, 1 week ago
You Ask. Don Rants.
Don’s back from NYC with pride (and maybe jet lag), tackling a full slate of thoughtful listener questions. From Roth conversions and the TSP G Fund to cash balance plan gimmicks, RMD timing, overpri…
Published on 7 months, 1 week ago
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 "…
Published on 7 months, 1 week ago
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…
Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago
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…
Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago
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…
Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago
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 …
Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago
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 …
Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago
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…
Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago
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…
Published on 7 months, 3 weeks ago