Episodes

  • 179: Prediction Markets, The Presidency and The Privilege Wheel

    179: Prediction Markets, The Presidency and The Privilege Wheel
    Jul 28 2024
    We all know what the polls and the pundits are saying about the election. But what does Wall Street think? This week, we break down a growing but obscure corner of the financial market – the prediction market. We discuss what the prediction markets are forecasting (newsflash its different than the polls) and the “privilege wheel” of political power.
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    59 mins
  • 178: Lessons from Microsoft’s Single Point of Failure

    178: Lessons from Microsoft’s Single Point of Failure
    Jul 21 2024
    This week, Microsoft and CrowdStrike caused the world to temporarily grind to a halt. Flights were grounded, hospitals struggled, and emergency services faced disruptions - all because of a tech glitch. Now, closer to home, what if your bank suddenly went silent? This week's episode dives deep into the recent technology outage, then zooms in on your personal finances. We'll discuss Single Points of Failure lurking in your everyday life, and equip you with practical strategies to build a safe financial operating system. Learn how to create contingency plans and weather unexpected storms, so you're never left scrambling to pay for groceries or feeling financially unsafe.
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    59 mins
  • 177: What’s on your bucket list?

    177: What’s on your bucket list?
    Jul 14 2024
    Most people have a “bucket list” - a list of things they want to do before they die. When’s the last time you thought about yours? Are there any financial goals on the list? On this week’s show, we discuss the bucket list concept and the importance of not waiting too late to start living your best life.
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • 176: Black Jobs and Other Distractions from the 5-Alarm Fire in the Supreme Court

    176: Black Jobs and Other Distractions from the 5-Alarm Fire in the Supreme Court
    Jul 7 2024
    Check your social media and you will find endless stories about everything BUT the Supreme Court’s decision to grant full immunity for criminal acts committed by past and future presidents. This week, we are discussing politics, the economy and how we are defining what Black jobs ACTUALLY are.
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    54 mins
  • 175: Keep That Same Energy / The Summer Contract

    175: Keep That Same Energy / The Summer Contract
    Jun 30 2024
    With electric vehicles gaining popularity, have you ever run the math to see if they are really worth it? Have you considered adding solar panels or buying your home electricity from a third party? Today, we are answering all of these questions and more! We also describe a contract parents can sign with their kids this summer.
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    54 mins
  • 174: The old Jokers running for president and their impact on your pockets + The fun sponge.

    174: The old Jokers running for president and their impact on your pockets + The fun sponge.
    Jun 23 2024
    It’s election season. We have two elderly men running neck and neck in the presidential race and one candidate is gaining ground with Black men. Today we will discuss the impact of politics on your bottom line, and Biden’s report card for Black America. But most importantly you will learn why Andrea was accused by her son of being “the fun sponge!”
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    57 mins
  • 173: The War Against DEI; Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is

    173: The War Against DEI; Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is
    Jun 17 2024
    Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is under attack in America. This month, the Supreme Court stopped the Fearless Fund from making grants to black-women entrepreneurs. Colleges are moving away from race based admissions and several states are banning DEI initiatives. While you may not have control of any of these issues – one thing you have complete control over is how you spend and invest your money. In this week’s episode we will discuss ways in which you can put your money where your mouth (and heart) is.
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    53 mins
  • 172: Cost of Getting Sick, Getting Old and giving your dog Indian food

    172: Cost of Getting Sick, Getting Old and giving your dog Indian food
    Jun 9 2024
    Last week’s episode discussed the costs associated with a major illness like cancer and how your medical insurance works. This week, we are talking about disability insurance, long-term care and somehow Allan’s dog (who has an interesting palette). Second episode of a very special series
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    56 mins