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Artificial Intelligence Implications: Concerns and Benefits for Investors and the Job Market
As Artificial Intelligence continues to evolve and gain more power, many people are wondering what jobs it will replace and what the potential benefits and concerns may be. We explore the implications of AI for investors and the job market. Join us as we dive into the possible benefits and challenges that come with this technology, as well as what it might mean for the future. Discover how these issues affect our economy and daily lives and explore potential solutions for a more fiscally responsible future.

Can Capitalism Overcome Fiscal Irresponsibility?
Join us as we delve into the failure of government in managing finances and the repercussions of overspending. We explore the role of capitalism in these situations and how it often prevails, even when the going gets tough. Discover how these issues affect our economy and daily lives and explore potential solutions for a more fiscally responsible future.

Banking on Risk: Analyzing the Credit Suisse Breakdown and UBS Buyout
We take a closer look at the recent breakdown of Credit Suisse and its subsequent buyout by UBS bank. We discuss the factors that led to the collapse, the risks involved in the investment, and how the acquisition impacts the banking industry as a whole. Along the way, we share insights into how investors can evaluate and manage risk when investing.

The Collapse of Silicon Valley Bank
How does a bank this big fail? The answer might be more simple than you think. Are we in for more turmoil and will the contagion spread? Tune in to find out the reasons behind the regional banking scare and what investors need to know moving forward.

The Cost of Capital
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What is Financial Planning?
In this episode, we delve into the topic of financial planning and explore how to find the right financial planner for your needs. We discuss the common pitfalls of the financial industry, including salespeople pushing the latest investment trends without considering their clients’ true financial goals. We provide insights on what to expect from a financial planner and how to evaluate your own financial needs. Tune in to learn how to make informed decisions and take control of your financial future.

4 Ways To Help Fight Inflation
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Positive Things About The Financial Industry
There are many wonderful and admirable aspects of the market. David and Matt discuss all the special and unique reasons why we are so passionate about investments and the financial industry.

Trends in the Market
David and Matt talk about how certain areas of the market can be popular for a season and less popular during others. As sectors rotate through and mean reversion plays its course, we learn about how the market adapts, changes and exploits opportunities.

The Big Mac Index
How do we measure inflation? Well, the cost of a Big Mac, obviously! All jokes aside, higher interest rates also provide opportunities for lending money with higher rates of return. David and Matt talk about the difference between how corporations and the US government differ in lending and what it might mean for you as an investor.

Can You Afford It?
David and Derek discuss strategies to improve our decision-making on whether an item is worth purchasing. Contrary to common assumption, life isn’t entirely about saving; sometimes, spending money is perfectly OK. Discover some tips you can use to better gauge when it might be a suitable time to make a feel-good purchase.

What Is a Stock Pickers Market?
Are you a DIY investor who needs a little guidance after 2022? Listen in to hear what David & Justin have to say.

The Intelligent Investor
Making mistakes is never fun. Tune in as David, Matt, and Justin break down 6 ways investors can help avoid making costly mistakes.

Small Business Guru
It is easy to become preoccupied with the day-to-day details of running a business. Today the crew covers all the important things you don’t want to forget.

Setting Goals For Your Financial Future
As the new year approaches, David and Matt break down ways you can set yourself up for a better chance at finding success in achieving your financial goals.

Investing Strategies For Everyone
No matter your age or dollar amount, David and Matt walk through ways you can improve your financial situation by being a savvy investor.

Futile Feelings
On this episode of the True Wealth show, David and Matt throw ‘feelings’ out the window and get down to business in addressing debt, the stock market and everything in-between. This is a no frills, no holds barred conversation you wont want to miss.

Investing With Purpose
As investors, we need to approach the market with common sense and logic. If we stick to tried and true tactics, we can lessen the chance of making big mistakes. What are some ways to invest with confidence and intelligence? Tune in as Littlejohn Financial spells out what it takes to be a savvy investor.

Bumper Boats
As the markets move around and interest rates are in limbo, David and Matt look at all of the conflicting news articles and try to use data to make educated predictions as to what the likely outcomes are from here. Is now the time to buy equities, bonds or fixed income products? Though we might not know with certainty, the evidence suggests…

Reevaluating Risk
What do insurance companies have in common with the stock market? David and Matt break down how the risk metrics have changed and how the stock market has repriced risk.

Voting, Inflation, Bitcoin
David and Justin explain the significance of the election results and the new law, as well as what it means for investors like you.

Election Day
The definition of insanity is to keep doing the same thing over and over again yet expecting a different result. David and Matt have a field day talking politics in the lead-up to the vote tally. How will the market react and what do these elections mean for investors?

Me, Matt & Madi
David and Matt take a back seat to financial guru, Madison Littlejohn who gives us some pretty high level answers to our numerous financial questions. This high school freshman manages to rock and roll through the Q&A session. Learn some useful questions to spark financial conversations with your teenager on this unique broadcast.

Making Sense of Elections
Focusing on the upcoming midterm elections, David and Matt discuss how to enhance the voting process and how we can give the people more power while reducing it for large corporations and lobbyists.

The Macro Show
David and Matt delve deeply into global economics to discuss how a predominantly globalist regime is driving the market and undermining the Federal Reserve's efforts to contain inflation.

Don’t Take the ‘L’
Ok, we get it, the market has been stinking it up. Fear is in the air. But there is a silver lining: bad news has become good news! How so you ask? Well tune in as David, Matt and Derek talk about how if you hold the line, own the same amount of shares and are buying more while the market is low, you might wake up in the future and thank yourself for not making a bad mistake.

The Impact of Inflation on Trade
Listen as David and Justin discuss the implications of the higher dollar and what it means.

Speed and Velocity
There is a big elephant in the room: and it just so happens the elephant is hurting our chances at a soft economic landing. David gets right to the point as he breaks down the ugly truth about the Federal reserves battle to curve inflation. What or who is the elephant in the room? Tune in and find out!

Money in Marriage
It's extremely important spouses are on the same page with finances. Tune-in as Matt and Justin breakdown all the conversations you should consider having to make sure your money is working for you.

Can You Be a Trader and an Investor?
The markets felt some pain today, but patience always reigns supreme when investing. The real question is, can you be a trader and an investor? David and Matt talk about timelines, investment objectives and answer the big question of the day.

Big Rocks
There are certain investment checkmarks we need to take care of before getting cute with our money. We need investment rules and less emotion driving decisions so we have a better gauge of performance.

You Might Just Be An Idiot If…
Inflation has reached every corner of the economy. Even our beloved Pumpkin Spice Latte! David and Matt break down where inflation is coming from and what the fix might be to solve the issue.

Fee Fee Fee
David and Matt unpack packaged products and take a dive into the details of what really happens behind the scenes. How are fees calculated and what should you know about fees before investing?

The Full Cycle of Financial Planning Pt. 2
In part two, Matt and Justin continue a discussion about all of the things available to someone looking for a comprehensive financial plan. We all know Investment Advisors can manage assets, but what else is available to you?

The Full Cycle of Financial Planning
Have you ever wondered what financial advisors are capable of? Sure they focus on managing investments, but what else might they be able to do for you? Matt and Justin talk about the various stages of building a relationship with your advisor and what the journey might look like.

Investment Analysis With a Side Order of Emotion
David and Matt have a conversation on unintentional bias in our financial decisions. We can be deceived by our preconceived notions. Learn how to improve your investment decisions by tuning in.

How To Maximize the Dollars You Earn
Should I open a retirement account or invest in real estate? How can I make the best possible use of the money I earn? This week David and Matt discuss the Federal Reserve and inflation while also breaking down how to examine your own financial status.

Why Did the Stock Price Go Down?
If a company is growing, sales are improving, and margins are healthy, yet the stock price took a tumble, where is the disconnect? David talks about his favorite store, and we get a lesson as to why valuations can fluctuate.

The Economic Roller-Coaster
Are we already in a recession? We look at 10 indicators and wonder how much lower we can go? How long it will persist if it does as the economy experiences waves of expansion, peak, contraction, and trough before repeating the cycle. David offers some illuminating data that can make you rethink your assumptions. This is a nerdy episode that you must watch!

Catapulting Towards Capitulation?
Is the market expected to rise or fall from here? Although we can't be certain, David starts a heated argument to demonstrate how each side can support their position. Is capitulation on the horizon? Where are we and where do we go from here? You definitely won't want to miss this episode.

The Cost of Fear
How much lower can the market go? David and Matt discuss how retail investors fleeing the market can provide opportunities for institutional investors to drive prices higher and make a profit. Today we learn about ways you can avoid making costly mistakes.

Go-Go, Slow-Go, No-Go
Matt and Justin talk about the different stages of retirement. Even if you are years away from retirement, this is a show you won't want to miss. Find out ways you can better optimize your spending and have more fun in the later stages of life.

What Does Inflation Mean for Investors?
Inflation is the talk of the town. With all the buzz around rising costs, the question becomes, “How is inflation really measured?” Tune in as David and Matt break it down.

Plan, Calculate, Invest, Have Fun
With purposeful planning, we may use our vision to develop long-term goals that are more likely to be met. Listen in as David and Matt discuss how to develop SMART goals that can enhance your financial future.

How Algorithms Influence Confirmation Bias
As you explore the internet and the computer system learns more about you, it may be possible for you to receive biased information. Today, David and Matt discuss how we should exercise caution when clinging to strong ideals.

Despite Expansion, the Stock Price has Declined
How is it possible for a company's revenue and earnings to climb quarter after quarter and year after year while its stock price plummets? Listen in as David and Matt discuss how the market is sneezing and corporations are getting a cold.

When is Good News Bad and Bad News Good?
With a title this mysterious, it would be a total spoiler alert to give you a description. You're just going to have to join in and listen to find out how good news can potentially have a negative impact on the market. Oh wait, I've already said too much.

Bear Market History
2022 market corrections leave us scratching our heads as to what's next and where do we go from here. We take a trip down memory lane to look at three major market meltdowns and to analyze how long they lasted vs. how quickly they recovered. You might be surprised at the results. This is an episode you won't want to miss.

The Purple, Glittery, Unicorn Engraved Yardstick: How to Measure Your Investments
Successful investors avoid using their emotions, set good rules and have realistic expectations. They grade themselves, learn and improve. Listen in as David and Matt talk about the importance of using consistent measurements for downside and upside movements in the market.

Market Shellacking
A blood bath in the markets calls David and Matt to look at the Price to Earnings ratio and breakdown what is happening in the major indices. We look at the NASDAQ vs. the Dow and talk about how the difference in holdings and performance is an indicator of areas in which the market might be 'propped up.'