Money Hour Radio
by Money Hour Radio
Money Hour Radio brings you clear, practical conversations on building and protecting wealth. Hosts Ben Barzideh & Matt Nadeau share insights on retirement, investing, tax, and estate planning to help you make confident financial decisions.The views expressed are for informational purposes and should not be construed as specific investment, legal, or tax advice. All investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Any indices referenced are unmanaged and cannot be invested in directly.
Episodes
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Money Hour Radio | Tech Stock Selloff, AI IPOs & New Roth 401(k) Rules | October 31, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:📉 Why technology stocks are experiencing another wave of volatility despite strong corporate earnings, and how heightened expectations surrounding AI spending, revenue growth, and profitability are…
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Money Hour Radio | AI Earnings, Active Management & the 401(k) Tax Trap | October 24, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:📊 Why the latest corporate earnings reports are especially important for the stock market, and how results from major technology companies could help determine whether the AI-driven rally has room to…
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Money Hour Radio | Market Volatility, Dividends & Irrevocable Life Insurance Trusts | Oct 17, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:📉 Why October has historically earned a reputation for stock market volatility, and how concerns surrounding Treasury yields, inflation, oil prices, and AI profitability are contributing to market…
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Money Hour Radio | Rising Treasury Yields, Advance & Protect, Tax Gain Harvesting | October 10, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:📈 Why Treasury yields continue to climb to levels not seen in decades, and how a higher-for-longer interest rate environment could create challenges for stocks, bonds, and the broader financial markets🌍 How...
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Money Hour Radio | Sequence of Returns Risk, Advance & Protect & Social Security | October 3, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:📉 Why the timing of market returns can matter just as much as the average return in retirement—and how experiencing a major downturn while taking withdrawals can permanently impact a portfolio’s ability to...
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Money Hour Radio | Agentic AI, Rising Yields & Your Retirement Roadmap | September 24, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:🤖 The rise of agentic AI, how it differs from traditional AI tools, and why its ability to independently complete tasks could represent another major step forward in artificial intelligence📈 Why the growing...
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Money Hour Radio | Fed Rate Hikes, Market Risk & 401(k) Rollover Mistakes | September 19, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:🏦 The Fed’s latest rate hike, why markets were looking for clarity on what comes next, and how a more hawkish tone from the Fed created even more uncertainty for stocks and bonds📉 Why market risk may be...
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Money Hour Radio | Rising Yields, $40 Trillion Debt & the Widow’s Penalty | September 12, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:📈 Rising Treasury yields, renewed inflation pressures, and why the 10-year yield approaching 5% could create challenges for both stocks and bonds🇺🇸 The $40 trillion national debt, soaring federal interest...
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Money Hour Radio | ENCORE: Buy & Hold vs Tactical Investing, Fiduciary Truths | Sep 5, 2026
In this Encore episode of Money Hour Radio, originally airing on April 4, 2026, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:⚔️ Active vs. static investing—why “set it and forget it” portfolios may leave investors exposed during major downturns, and how tactical strategies aim to adapt in...
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Money Hour Radio | NVIDIA, Treasury Bond Buybacks & Choosing a Financial Advisor | August 29, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:📈 NVIDIA’s latest earnings, massive growth projections, and what rising chip prices could mean for the AI spending boom🏦 New signals from the U.S. Treasury about potential bond buybacks and what they could...
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Money Hour Radio | Treasury Yields, Bond Market Intervention & the NUA Tax Break | August 22, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC® and Matt Nadeau, CFA, break down:• Why Treasury yields have climbed to multi-decade highs• What the Treasury’s surprise bond-buyback announcement could signal• How inflation, government debt and AI spending are affecting interest rates• Why...
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Money Hour Radio | NVIDIA’s $500B AI Deal, Bubble Risks & Step-Up in Cost Basis | August 15, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, break down:• NVIDIA’s massive $500 billion financing partnership and why it matters for the AI boom• How financing NVIDIA customers could fuel even more AI infrastructure spending• The potential warning signs that…
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Money Hour Radio | Gold, SpaceX Earnings, AI Infrastructure & 72(t) Strategies | August 8, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, break down:• Gold's technical setup and why it may be ready to surge again• SpaceX's first earnings report and what it means for investors• Elon Musk's major endorsement of NVIDIA• Why cloud companies could be the…
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Money Hour Radio | Fed Holds Rates, AI Earnings & 401(k) Rollover Strategies | August 1, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, break down:• Why the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady• What the latest inflation and GDP reports mean for investors• Why Treasury yields continue to pressure the stock market• The growing divide among the...
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Money Hour Radio | AI Spending, Tech Selloff & Inherited IRA Rules | July 25, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, break down:• Why technology stocks have been under pressure• The AI infrastructure spending race and its impact on major tech companies• Rising Treasury yields and changing Fed expectations• How BN Wealth approaches...
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Money Hour Radio | SpaceX: Tesla on Steroids? & Retirement Account Estate Planning | July 18, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:• Why some investors believe SpaceX could be "Tesla on steroids"—and what that means for its valuation.• Why comparing SpaceX to traditional aerospace companies may miss the bigger picture.• Whether value…
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Money Hour Radio | Iran Conflict, Oil Prices & When NOT to Do a Roth Conversion | July 11, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, break down:• Why the renewed U.S.-Iran conflict may have a smaller market impact than many expect• The critical oil price and Treasury yield levels investors should monitor• How markets typically react to geopolitical...
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Money Hour Radio | Fed Rate Hikes, Inflation & Grandparent 529 Strategies | July 4, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:• Why recent inflation data may suggest the worst inflation fears are already priced into the market• How the bond market is signaling that additional interest rate hikes may be less likely than many investors...
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Money Hour Radio | AI Selloff, Micron & Medicare Explained | June 27, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:• Why AI and technology stocks sold off this week—and whether investors should be concerned• The soaring costs of the AI arms race, including data centers, semiconductors, and talent wars• Why Micron's latest...
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Money Hour Radio | AI's Impact on Jobs, SpaceX Mania & The 3 Stages of Retirement | June 20, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:• Whether artificial intelligence is creating jobs, eliminating jobs, or doing both at the same time• New data showing AI-related layoffs are accelerating, particularly among younger and entry-level workers•…
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Money Hour Radio | SpaceX Fever, Inflation Trends & Trump Accounts | June 13, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:• The latest inflation report and why cooling core inflation may support the "transitory" thesis and reduce the likelihood of additional Federal Reserve rate hikes• How oil prices, geopolitical events, and...
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Money Hour Radio | Direct Indexing Exposed, Social Security Timing, Retirement Income | June 6, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:• Why direct indexing may be more marketing gimmick than investment breakthrough• The hidden risks of tax-loss harvesting strategies and concentrated portfolios• How direct indexing can create future tax...
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Money Hour Radio | The AI Rally Returns & Qualified Charitable Distributions | May 30, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:• The historic surge in AI-related tech stocks• Why semiconductors, memory, and cloud infrastructure are leading the rally• How major companies are investing in AI data centers and infrastructure• The…
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Money Hour Radio | Avoiding Annuity Traps & The Benefits of Living Trusts | May 16, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:• The truth behind “gimmicky” annuity products and why so many retirees get trapped in them• How fixed index annuities really work — including caps, surrender charges, and hidden tradeoffs• Why large upfront...
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Money Hour Radio | Run-Hot Economy, Inflation Risks & Credit Shelter Trusts | May 9, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:🔥 What a “run-hot” economy actually means—and why it matters for your portfolio📊 Where opportunities may lie—commodities, real estate, small & mid caps, and cyclicals⚠️ Hidden risks—how inflation impacts…
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Money Hour Radio | Big Tech Earnings, Run-Hot Economy & HSA Strategies | May 2, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, break down:📊 Big Tech earnings—why results from the Magnificent 7 were mixed and what AI spending means for markets🤖 AI boom vs. profits—how rising capital expenditures are shaping investor expectations🔥 “Run hot”...
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Money Hour Radio | Market Highs, Oil Stabilizes, & Divorce Social Security Strategies | May 25, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, break down:📈 Why markets are hitting new highs—even with war, inflation concerns, and elevated oil prices🛢️ Oil stabilization—how avoiding worst-case scenarios is supporting the rally⚠️ Market risks—private credit,...
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Money Hour Radio | Market Rally, Earnings & Social Security Survivor Benefits | April 18, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, break down:📊 What’s fueling the rally—cooling inflation, strong earnings, and improving sentiment⚖️ Optimism vs. reality—why some risks (like private credit and rates) haven’t gone away📉 Risk/reward outlook—why…
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Money Hour Radio | Market Rally vs Reality, Hormuz Signals & Medicaid Trust Strategy | Apr 11, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:🌍 Market optimism vs. reality—why recent gains tied to Middle East developments may be getting ahead of what the data actually shows, including low activity in the Strait of Hormuz⚠️ Key risks still in...
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Money Hour Radio | Buy & Hold vs Tactical Investing, Fiduciary Truths & Market Risk | Apr 4, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:⚔️ Active vs. static investing—why “set it and forget it” portfolios may leave investors exposed during major downturns, and how tactical strategies aim to adapt in real time📉 The real risk of…
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Money Hour Radio | DEFCON 1 Market Exit, Fed Risks & Roth Conversion Strategy | Mar 28, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:📉 Why they moved completely out of the stock market—what triggered their signals, how they acted quickly, and where client portfolios are positioned now🌍 Rising geopolitical tensions and inflation risks—how...
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Money Hour Radio | UFO ETF, Private Credit Risks & Special Needs Trusts | Mar 21, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:🛸 The new UFO Disclosure ETF (UFOD)—what it is, why it exists, and why investors should be cautious about chasing headline-driven investment trends🏦 The latest Federal Reserve meeting, why it was largely a...
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Money Hour Radio | The “Trump Put,” Oil Risk & The Mega Backdoor Roth Strategy | Mar 14, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:🌍 The “Trump put,” the latest market volatility tied to the Iran conflict, and why oil prices and the Strait of Hormuz are the biggest risks investors should be watching right now📉 Why not every 5% market...
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Money Hour Radio | Iran Conflict, Market Risk & The Grandparent 529 Loophole | Mar 7, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:🌍 The escalating Iran conflict, why markets react immediately to geopolitical shocks, and the key risk investors are watching—oil supply through the Strait of Hormuz📉 When geopolitical events become a true...
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Money Hour Radio | Tariffs, AI Anxiety & Qualified Personal Residence Trusts | Feb 28, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss: ⚖️ The Supreme Court’s tariff ruling—and why markets barely reacted 🤖 The sudden shift in AI sentiment, why software stocks (IGV) have plunged, and what that could signal for the broader market 🏠 Qualified...
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Money Hour Radio | The AI Shift, Equity Risk Signal & Charitable Remainder Trusts | Feb 21, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:🤖 Why AI may no longer be the market’s guaranteed tailwind—and the tough questions investors are now asking about ROI, sustainability, and disruption📉 The shift beneath the surface: how tech and AI stocks…
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Money Hour Radio | Fuzzy Job Numbers, Small Cap Momentum & The Surviving Spouse IRA | Feb 14, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:📊 What the latest “fuzzy math” job reports are really saying about the economy—and why constant downward revisions matter⚠️ The sharp rise in layoffs (and weak hiring plans) that have rekindled recession...
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Money Hour Radio | Run-Hot Economy, Fed Signals & 401(k) Rollover Strategies | Jan 31, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:📊 What recent earnings from the Magnificent Seven reveal beneath the surface—and why the market reacted differently across companies🏦 Key takeaways from the latest Federal Reserve meeting and how subtle...
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Money Hour Radio | Yen Carry Trade, Market Volatility & New Business Tax Changes | Jan 24, 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:🌍 Why a sudden market selloff wasn’t just about headlines—and how the Japanese yen carry trade played a major role💴 What the yen carry trade is, how it works, and why rising Japanese bond yields can impact...
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Money Hour Radio | The Equity Index Annuity Trap & The PTE Tax Loophole Explained | Jan 9 2026
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:🚫 Why they do not sell or recommend equity indexed annuities and how high fees, long lockups, and complex formulas can limit investor outcomes🏛️ The Pass-Through Entity (PTE) tax, why it was created after…
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Money Hour Radio | GDP Surges 4.3%, Market Outlook for 2026 & Key 401(k) Changes | Dec 27, 2025
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:📊 A surprisingly strong GDP report, with Q3 growth coming in at 4.3%, what drove it, and why consumer spending on essentials continues to matter📉 The market outlook for 2026, including whether markets can…
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Money Hour Radio | Santa Claus Rally, Market Rotation & A Christmas Message of Hope | Dec 20, 2025
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:🎅 Whether a Santa Claus rally is coming and what historical market data says about December returns💼 The evolving “no hire, no fire” job market, what’s driving it, and whether it’s a positive or negative...
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Money Hour Radio | ChatGPT vs Gemini 3, Oracle’s Earnings & Smart Saving for Kids | Dec 6, 2025
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss:📊 Why next week’s Oracle earnings and major AI updates could help decide whether we get a Santa Claus rally or a year-end slump🤖 The AI arms race—ChatGPT’s new model vs. Google’s Gemini 3—and how power grid...
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Money Hour Radio | Nvidia’s Wild Reversal, Bitcoin’s Bear Market & QTIP Trusts | Nov 22, 2025
In this episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss: 📉 Nvidia’s “blowout” earnings, wild intraday swing, and why the market still sold off🪙 Bitcoin’s 33% drop and how crypto has recently acted as a leading indicator for broader market risk📊 UBS calling a 93%...
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Money Hour Radio | Trump’s Tariff Rebates, AI Losing Steam & the Power of ILITs | Nov 15, 2025
This week on Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, discuss: 💸 Trump’s Proposed $2,000 Tariff Rebate Check — don't spend it just yet.🤖 Is AI Running Out of Gas? — tech has driven most of the market’s gains this year, but soaring AI spending and sluggish AI revenue are...
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Money Hour Radio | How Private Equity Is Ruining America (No One’s Talking About It) | Nov 8, 2025
In this week’s episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, break down:💸 How Private Equity is Ruining America — the rise of leveraged buyouts, how they’re hollowing out local businesses, and what it means for workers, consumers, and communities.🏥 Predatory Capitalism...
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Money Hour Radio | Fed Week Recap, Rare Earths Boom & Smart Tax Moves | November 1, 2025
🎃 Fed Week recap • Rare earths vs. “AI effect” • Tax-loss harvesting explained (and how to avoid wash-sale headaches).Plus: Bardeau wine-tasting highlights and why we built BN Giving.💻 Watch & Subscribe: MoneyHourRadio.com | YouTube | Apple Podcasts | Spotify📍 Barzideh & Nadeau Wealth…
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Money Hour Radio | U.S.–China Trade Tensions, Gold on Fire & Capital Gains Harvesting | Oct 25, 2025
In this week’s episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben Barzideh, ChFC®, and Matt Nadeau, CFA, break down:🌏 The U.S.–China Trade Battle — from rare earth minerals and semiconductor chips to soybeans, what’s really fueling the tension and how it could shape markets.🥇 Gold & Silver’s Hot Streak — why...
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Money Hour Radio | Fed Warnings, AI Circular Financing & Protecting Your Legacy | October 18th, 2025
This week on Money Hour Radio 🎙️Ben & Matt break down: 📉 Market jitters from the latest U.S.–China trade tensions 🏦 Strong earnings from big banks (but mixed signals from the Fed) 🤖 The risks of “circular financing” fueling the AI boom—and whether we’re headed for another tech bubble 📑 Plus:...
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Money Hour Radio | The Three-Headed Market Monster & The Goldilocks Zone for Roths | October 11th, 2025
In this week’s episode of Money Hour Radio, Ben & Matt take a spooky spin on the markets and reveal the “Three-Headed Monster” investors should be watching—plus, how to find the“Goldilocks Zone” for Roth conversions 🏦 💻 Listen & Subscribe: 👉 MoneyHourRadio.com👉 YouTube | Apple👉Podcasts |...
About this show
Money Hour Radio brings you clear, practical conversations on building and protecting wealth. Hosts Ben Barzideh & Matt Nadeau share insights on retirement, investing, tax, and estate planning to help you make confident financial decisions.The views expressed are for informational purposes and should not be construed as specific investment, legal, or tax advice. All investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Any indices referenced are unmanaged and cannot be invested in directly.
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