Financial BS Podcast

The Chael Maneuver vs the Jason Maneuver - which will win?  https://www.investopedia.com/terms/s/smith-maneuver.asp  

How many people can you successfully know and work with? Chael and Jason explore the application of anthropological science to the delivery of financial advice. 

The most asinine of all holidays:  https://www.fraserinstitute.org/studies/canadians-celebrate-tax-freedom-day-june-8-2025

Paywalled article: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-housing-prices-retirement-plan-middle-class/ Chael and Jason discuss the role of housing in contributing to financial well-being. 

Sorry for getting this one out late!  A tweet sets Jason off, but Chael talks him down. 

Chael gets glasses and some education about group benefits. 

Chael and Jason explore what concert ticket pricing teaches us about financial decision-making.  The article: https://www.ctvnews.ca/toronto/consumer-alert/article/toronto-concertgoers-say-ticket-prices-are-plummeting-after-presale/ The Alan Cross podcast series:  https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-weird-history-of-concert-tickets-part-1/id1201968027?i=1000603040047

Jason and Chael jump back 9 episodes to deal with listener feedback from Episode 1!

Paywalled link: https://insurance-portal.ca/article/regulation-the-life-insurance-industry-must-defend-its-distinct-identity/   Jason and Chael look at how the life insurance industry keeps effective regulation at bay.  Original version was uploaded with the 2nd Stephen Frank quote missing, but it's here now. 

Jason and Chael look at https://www.fpcanada.ca/get-certified/education/recognized-education-providers and try to figure out how to get professionally certified. 

Jason and Chael discuss the merits and downsides of professional certifications and designations. 

Chael and Jason continue to unpack the Income Tax Act, this time delving into charitable contributions. 

Chael and Jason dig into a boutique tax credit for middle to high net worth Albertans.

Chael and Jason look at how insurance sales are explained to consumers in Canada. 

Jason and Chael discuss a problematic tweet about investing. Brandolini's Law and the FIRE movement show up in a big way. 

Jason takes exception with some excerpts from a recent Globe article.  https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/personal-finance/article-trade-war-personal-finance-update-2-if-you-need-your-money-within-five/

Jason and Chael discuss Tax Shelter Donation Schemes.  https://dailyhive.com/canada/cra-lawsuit-tax-shelter-gifting-scheme https://equigenesis.com/about-us/