Show overview
Retire SMART Podcast launched in 2025 and has put out 167 episodes in the time since. That works out to roughly 30 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a near-daily cadence.
Episodes typically run ten to twenty minutes — most land between 10 min and 12 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Business show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed yesterday, with 72 episodes already out so far this year. Published by Retire SMART LLC.
From the publisher
We are an independent financial services firm helping individuals create retirement strategies using a variety of investment and insurance products to custom suit their needs and objectives.
Latest Episodes
View all 167 episodesThe Entrepreneur's Journey - pt.1
Ep 412. Palantir CEO's Bold Claims
Ep 411. Kevin Warsh's Changes to Federal Reserve Policy
Ep 410. The "Plow-Horse" Economy, with Ernie Goss
Ep 409. The Weight of Global Debt
Ep 408. The Fraudulent Comptroller of Dixon, IL
Ep 407. "Blue Wave" Midterm Effects for the Markets
Ep 406. Overlooked Risks for Real Estate Investors
Ep 405. Market Reactions Amidst Iran Conflict
Ep 404. Hidden Risks of HOA Policies
Ep 403. What is a DOLLAR?
Ep 402. From Intern to Advisor
Ep 401. Millions in Minutes
Ep 400. Taxing the Rich VS Educating the Poor
Ep 399. The "Weight" of Precious Metals
Ep 398. Unpacking Social Security Myths, With Brad Starken
Ep 397. Ceasefires and Market Surges
Ep 400Ep 396. The 50 State 'Tug-of-War'
From corporate relocations to shifting population trends, this episode dives into the economic tug-of-war happening across all 50 states. The conversation unpacks how taxes, regulation, and cost of living are influencing where people choose to live—and where businesses choose to grow. If you’ve ever wondered why some states are booming while others struggle, this is the episode for you.
Ep 399Ep 395. Outlook of a post-Trump America
What’s with all the rumors of changes at the federal level to the rules governing Roth conversions and associated taxes? Do the recent Blue Owl struggles have an impact on investment strategies? And what’s to happen with tariffs and other economic policies after the Trump administration is gone? David Brooks has answers to these questions in today’s Q&A episode.
Ep 398Ep 394. The 'Machine' Behind Retire SMART
What does it take to deliver consistent, high-level financial advice? In this episode, David and Director of Wealth Management, Josh Cheatle, break down their unique training system, collaborative planning process, and why no single advisor works alone. The result: faster learning, smarter strategies, and a better experience for every client.