Podcasts

There are some HUGE differences in what the government reported in terms of unemployment numbers versus what the government has adjusted them to now. Listen to this episode to learn more.

Back in the 70’s, Saudi Arabia made an oil deal with the US that it would be paid in US Dollars. They have expired that deal after 50 years and there is some worry that this could be bad for the value of the US dollar. Listen to this episode to get the details.

Part 2 of the 2024 Mid-Year Economic Update is here! Chris is joined by special guest & advisor, Brett DiPasquale, where they discuss both their thoughts on the current state of the financial world.

The Mid-Year Economic Update for 2024 is here! Learn about the trending topics affecting the economy like the election, inflation, interest rates, employment, geopolitical tumult, the US dollar, federal debt, & finances. Don't miss this comprehensive overview that will equip you with the knowledge to navigate these challenging times.

Mortgages are a huge cost and with interest rates at a high level, we need all the help we can get! Learn how to make this simple change to pay off your mortgage quicker in this episode.

Learn why it’s important to create a balance sheet for yourself. It is extremely helpful if your goal is to build wealth. Learn more in this episode.

Learn how many streams of income the average millionaire has in order to maintain their wealth and what those streams are in this episode.

The current GDP numbers were positive but these numbers may not reflect the overall mood of the consumer within the US. Learn why in this episode.

This episode is a continuation of episode 21 in season 8, but in this episode, special guest Advisor, Brett DiPasquale joins the discussion an shares his thoughts on the current inflation situation.

Not being able to build wealth is an important factor on why Americans have a sour mood for the presidency and the economy. Household Net Worth & inflation play a crucial role in this perception. Learn how in this episode!

Learn the impact of inflation, fed policy, and interest rates on the economy in 2024. Listen to this summary of recent events, including the rise and decline of inflation, the actions taken by the Federal Reserve, and the expectations for interest rate cuts.

Learn what Americans paid in Federal income taxes across all the tax brackets by checking out this episode of the simply financial podcast.

We’ve talked about how much net worth you need to be in the top 1% but how much do you need to make in income to sustain that title? Listen and find out!

The ultimate money goal you can have is to be in the top 1%, but what exactly classifies people as the 1%? The answer is net worth! Find out exactly what net worth classifies someone as the 1%.

Charitable giving is a great financial tool many Americans use and the benefits can be rewarding, emotionally and financially. Here are a few tips to help you choose what charity you want to help!

Chris Calandra & Dr. Travis Parry discuss the relationship between stress and money. They dive into the difference between good stress and bad stress and how to get in front of it so it doesn’t take over our lives.

Here are 5 retirement stats that everyone should avoid being a part of in regards to retirement! Knowing to avoid these 5 statistics will help you prepare for your retirement successfully.

There’s been so much talk lately about how good the US job market has been performing but is it as good as they say? New information has come to light that may indicate some red flags. Learn more about it here.

Homes have become so unaffordable in this current market and the younger generations are feeling this. Learn more about this issue in this episode of the Simply Financial podcast.

I’m sure you’re aware of the very high food prices in grocery stores. This all started at the same time interest rates began to rise and although the interest rates have slowed, food prices have not. Learn more in this simply financial podcast episode.