The Blue Collar Millionaire Show

Chad and Logan are talking about the idea of throwing money at a problem and hoping it makes the problem go away. Sometimes spending more feels like the easiest answer, but does it actually solve the problem? They share real-life stories of people who have tried to spend, invest, bet, or gamble their way into a better financial situation and look at what happens when we start chasing a quick fix o...

What if financial advising was about so much more than investments, retirement accounts, and numbers on a spreadsheet? In this conversation, Logan sits down with Chad, who is in his 19th year of financial advising, to talk about the unexpected impact that comes with helping people navigate some of life’s biggest decisions. Chad shares how his sights were once set much lower and how he never imagin...

In this episode, Chad and Logan tackle one of the biggest fears investors have: Can you really lose all of your money in the stock market? They break down what it actually means to invest, explain the importance of owning a diversified portfolio, and share a simple example to illustrate how diversification helps reduce risk. They also discuss why market downturns can make investors feel like they...

Being smart doesn’t always mean we make smart financial decisions. In this episode, Chad explores why intelligence and financial wisdom don’t always go hand in hand and how human behavior, emotions, and habits can influence the choices we make with our money. Through real client stories, Chad shares some of the common financial mistakes he has seen, including procrastinating because of perfectioni...

When it comes to investing, many people believe they're waiting for the "right" time. But what if waiting is actually costing you more than you realize? In this episode, Chad talks about why procrastination, fear, and chasing the perfect moment can keep you on the sidelines for years. He shares why there will always be uncertainty in the world and why successful investing isn't about perfect timin...

If bonds aren't designed to keep up with a rising cost of living, what should take their place? In this episode, Chad and Logan dive into equities and what it really means to invest in them. They explain how equities represent ownership in real companies and why that distinction matters when building a retirement plan. As they unpack the purpose and power of equities, they discuss why ownership ha...

Are bonds still a good fit for your retirement plan? In this episode, Logan and Chad tackle a common question from investors: Do bonds belong in a retirement portfolio? They break down what bonds are, how they work, and why understanding their purpose is critical when building a long term financial plan. The conversation explores the role bonds can play in providing stability, fixed income, and li...

Resilience is one of those qualities everyone wants, but few people stop to ask where it actually comes from. In this episode, Logan and Chad take a deeper look at resilience and the factors that help people move through adversity, uncertainty, and difficult seasons. Building on previous conversations about panic, they explore how many of the same elements that fuel panic can be flipped on their h...

Panic doesn’t always look dramatic. Sometimes it looks like urgency, fear, impulsive decisions, or reacting before you’ve had time to think clearly. In this episode, Logan shares a true story about a woman who crashed her car after seeing a spider on her dashboard while driving down the highway. What starts as a shocking moment turns into a conversation about the ingredients of panic and how fear...

Why do we fear some risks more than others, even when the numbers say otherwise? In this episode, Chad and Logan sit down for a conversation about dread, risk, and the role emotion plays in decision making. Using the example of flying versus driving, they unpack how fear is often shaped less by actual danger and more by things like lack of control, unfamiliarity, and constant exposure to fear base...

Kimberly Fischer sits down with Chad for a powerful conversation about resilience, ownership, and what it really takes to build something from the ground up. From years in the restaurant and catering industry to forging her own path, Kimberly shares the hard truth behind the work most people never see. She talks about years of catering experience, hard lessons learned through failure, and the mome...

Logan sits down with Shane for a real conversation around passive income, investing, and what it actually takes to build wealth over time. They talk through the idea of “passive” investing and why it’s not always as hands-off as people expect. Shane shares his experience with real estate, including Airbnb, and how different income streams have played a role in his journey as a business owner. This...

In today’s episode, Chad and Logan talk about why investing and debt decisions aren’t really about the math, they’re about behavior. On paper, everything can look simple, but in real life it gets messy fast, especially when debt is involved. They walk through what happens when the numbers say one thing but your situation says another. When you’re carrying debt you can’t comfortably afford, it adds...

Not everyone is the right fit and in this episode, Logan and Chad explain why that matters. They break down the type of person they don’t want to work with and what it actually takes to build strong, long-term relationships. For them, it comes down to working with people who are coachable, emotionally invested, and committed to doing the hard things that move them forward. Logan and Chad talk abou...

Volatility gets a bad reputation. It feels unpredictable, uncomfortable, and for many people, scary. In this episode, Logan and Chad break down what volatility really is and why it’s often mistaken for risk. Looking at over 100 years of market behavior, they challenge the idea that volatility is something to avoid. They talk about why people panic during extreme swings, how uncertainty fuels fear,...

In this episode, Logan sits down with Sarah Klebs to discuss her experience building a business in the plumbing and HVAC industry. Sarah shares how early exposure to the trades shaped her career path and led to co-owning a company with her husband. The conversation covers the realities of starting and growing a business, including hiring their first employee in 2020 and navigating the transition i...

In this episode, Logan and Chad share the purpose behind the podcast and the direction it continues to move in. While the format and conversations have evolved, the foundation has remained the same — to encourage, inform, and create meaningful connection. They reflect on what they consistently see in both their clients and their guests. Qualities like coachability, grit, and a willingness to take...

In this first-of-its-kind hotseat episode, Chad sits down with Logan for a candid conversation that goes beyond the business. He shares his favorite places, the story of how Veritas came to life, and personal experiences that shaped him along the way. From the challenges he faced starting his company to the lessons he’s learned along the journey, listeners get an inside look at the person behind t...

Gold is often framed as a safe move, especially when markets feel uncertain. With prices near five thousand dollars an ounce, it can seem like a strong alternative to traditional investments. But does that make it a true investment? In this episode, Chad and Logan step back and revisit the fundamentals. They explain what an investment is designed to do and why production is central to building lon...

Logan sits down with Jared to introduce listeners to one of the familiar faces at Veritas. Jared shares his background, what his path looked like before becoming a financial advisor, and how long standing relationships led him to Veritas. He reflects on lessons learned from playing on a team, including stories from his basketball experience, and how those lessons influence his work today. Jared al...

In this episode, Logan sits down with Chad for an honest conversation about retirement planning and what it really means to have your money last. A lot of people quietly wonder the same thing. Will I outlive my money, or will my money outlive me? Chad breaks down why that question matters more than most people realize and why retirement planning is about more than just hitting a number in your ban...

In this episode, Logan sits down with Dave, a longtime friend of over a decade, for an honest conversation about raising kids and what it looks like to intentionally invest in the next generation. Dave shares why mentorship is so powerful and why none of us should aim to be the smartest person in the room. There is always something to learn if we stay teachable. Together, they reflect on legacy, a...

In this episode, Chad and Logan tackle a question a lot of people quietly wrestle with. How do you invest your money when you do not fully agree with the ethics of every company involved? They talk through the reality that money does not live in a vacuum. Whether it is taxes, banking, or investing, at some point your dollars will pass through places you may not fully align with. That raises an imp...

Greg and Logan continue the conversation sparked by Logan’s interview with Don and go deeper into what really happens inside a dealership. Logan spent 10.5 years in the car business and pulls back the curtain on the front of the house side of the dealership world. From sales to finance, he shares how decisions are actually made and why the finance manager might be the strongest salesperson in the...

In this episode, Logan sits down with Don, a longtime service provider with decades of experience in the car industry. Don is both a friend and a client of Veritas, bringing a unique perspective from years spent on the service side of dealerships. Together, they explore the idea of breaking the investor mindset and instead equipping everyday people with practical tools for navigating car service a...