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Happy St. Paddy’s Day! In this week’s mini-episode, we muse about rising prices and how there seems to be no end in sight. From Netflix to groceries to clothes, “sticker shock” is a very real thing. We’ll touch on the concept of bottlenecks in the supply chain as well as supply and demand. We’ll have a beefy episode on inflation in the near future, but we wanted to keep things light before your St...

What is the greatest asset you have? YOU, of course! In today’s show, we are defining an idiom we often hear in the industry: “sharpening your saw.” No, we’re not talking about shop class from 10th grade. We’re talking about building the best version of yourself, and that starts with preserving and enhancing your own unique skills. Whether that be taking an online course, training for a marathon,...

In this week’s episode, Cort is in session as we break down what a trust is and why you may need this method of legal fortification. We’ll kick the episode off with our list of trustworthy movie characters. Then, Cort will wax philosophical about trusts and how a trustee is given directions about handling a person’s “stuff.” Katie, Cort, and Cam will break down Living/Testamentary Trusts, Revocabl...

Everyone wants to make an easy buck. “Get rich quick” schemes have been around since the dawn of time, but do they always work? Join us this week as we discuss Passive Income, a buzzword we see often across the web. This cash stream, unlike Active Income, ideally requires minimal daily effort to maintain and can be generated through initiatives like rental properties, investing in certain financia...

It’s difficult to go about your day without hearing the words “cryptocurrency” or “bitcoin.” What seemed like a trend a few years ago has proven quite the opposite. While many pieces to the crypto puzzle are vague and volatile, it’s important to understand how deep this rabbit hole goes. Join Cort, Cam, and guest Andy Wilson as we take a deep dive into this fascinating and futuristic topic. Andy w...

Have you ever wondered what the word fiduciary means? This buzzword seems to be everywhere these days but most people aren’t exactly sure what it means. Join Katie, Cort, and Cam as they break down this term and discuss how it applies to financial advisors. We’ll kick off the show with our list of the most manipulative characters in cinematic history – aka those who would be terrible fiduciaries....

They always say that repeating things multiple times helps you remember, and that’s exactly what we are doing on this episode. You’ve heard us discuss retirement plans many times on the show, but you’ve never heard us discuss the mistakes most people make with them. Join us as we unravel the perplexing yet vital topic of securing your retirement. In the show, we’ll break down Roth versus Tradition...

Over the course of your life, you will spend over 90,000 hours at work. That’s a massive chunk of your time! Additionally, in a recent poll, 80% of workers said they hate their job. So, we’re working a third of our lives and, for the most part, are unhappy with our careers? Sheesh, that’s depressing. But cheer up! The BullCast team will help you navigate this career conundrum. Join us as we take a...

We are a few weeks into the new year and there’s one thing that most of us are probably experiencing: stress. Stress with decluttering your home, stress with the pandemic, stress at work, or stress with finances, the list seems to never end. So, what can we do with this burden that is so common to the human experience? Join us to find out! We’ll start the show with the most stress-inducing movies....

Katie, Cort, and Cam are taking on the topic of parenthood. Yep, we’re tackling this touchy topic chock-full of challenges, children, and diaper changes. With a wide range of perspectives, our hosts come to the (changing) table with differing opinions on the topic. Join us as we break down the financial impact of starting a family, raising children, and getting them out of the house. Do you need a...

It’s a new year which means fresh BullCast content for our listeners! When you hear the phrase “penny-wise and pound-foolish,” you may think it’s referring to the infamous clown that haunted Derry, Maine, but that’s far from its meaning. First, we’ll kick off the episode with our top Stephen King movies in honor of Pennywise. Then, we’ll break down the titular, British idiom. Do you scrimp and sav...

This week, we’re saying “adios!” to another challenging year and welcoming in – what we hope to be – a clean slate in 2022. Join Katie and Cort as they discuss resolutions and why you’ve got to take an honest look at yourself, and your wallet, if you want them to stick. We’ll also give our list of the top movies we’re most excited for in 2022, and wax philosophical about Google Advice, chiseled da...

Christmas is almost here! Join us as we discuss some of the investments you can make over the holidays to help your wallet in the long run. From real trees vs. fake trees to installing permanent Christmas lights on your house, Katie, Cort, and Cam debate the little things you can do to save a buck or two. Then, we'll break down some last-minute Christmas ideas that can make a big difference (like...

In this holiday episode, Katie, Cort, and Cam debate which unsung hero of Christmas reigns supreme. Join us as we defend our mythical, overlooked protagonists: Mrs. Claus, the elves, and the reindeer. We’ll then discuss the real-life heroes of Christmas who often go unnoticed. From our partners who buy all of the gifts to the employees who make sure you have the missing ingredient for your holiday...

Merry Christmas, you filthy animal! Your BullCast team is kicking off the holidays right with a series of friendly debates. We’ll begin by breaking down a list of the most iconic characters from your favorite holiday films – are you team Buddy the Elf or Kevin McCallister? Then, we’ll discuss keeping your sleigh on course with holiday spending, discussing topics like cash versus card and gift exch...

In episode 72, we discussed the financial impact of gasoline, an unavoidable necessity for many. This week, we are discussing the other side of the coin: electric vehicles. Join us for this shocking episode as we break down the good, the bad, and the revolting aspects of owning an electric vehicle. From Teslas to Rivians, Katie and Cort will discuss all-things EV, like: “range anxiety,” battery mi...

Happy Thanksgiving! We hope you enjoy this "appetizer" edition on the way to your Turkey Day feast. The BullCast team is grateful for you this holiday season. Thank you for tuning in each week as we explore the world of personal finance, together. — Hashtags of the week: #HappyThanksgiving #TurkeyDay — Visit us online:  www.bullcastpodcast.com Produced by Cameron Spann | Powered by  Pickler Wealth...

We’re one week away from Thanksgiving, so, we couldn’t help ourselves serving you up an episode stuffed with helpful tips and tricks to get you through Turkey Day. We’ll discuss the financials of thanksgiving, what topics to discuss around the table, and how to make it through multiple feasts in one day. You’ll even hear which historical figure we’d invite for the holiday. Don’t miss this fun yet...

Today, we honor the men and women who have served our country. These heroic individuals have sacrificed so much to ensure we remain the land of the free and the home of the brave. Join us for this week’s show as we discuss the meaning behind Veterans Day and the history of honoring our military. We’ll begin with our list of the best movies to watch on Veterans Day. Then, we’ll discuss various trad...

Estate plans are often overlooked when it comes to planning for our lives and what happens when we pass away. Believe it or not, everyone has an estate plan. The question is, “who is in control of it?” Join Katie and Cort for this robust look at what an estate plan is and why it’s necessary. We’ll start the show with our list of the top celebrity estate planning fails. Then, we’ll dive into estate...

Trick or treat! Welcome to our Halloween episode where Katie and Cort dive into the spooky origins of All Hallows Eve. We’ll start the show with our list of best Halloween movies. Then, we’ll talk about the history of trick or treating, the superstition behind black cats, the do’s and don’ts of decorating, and everything in between. Don’t miss this ghoulishly good time with the BullCast crew! — Th...

Small talk tends to consist of three talking points: the weather, your job, and gas prices. People often get in an uproar about the soaring prices of fuel, but for a majority of adult Americans, gasoline is an unavoidable necessity. Even so, it is a necessity that makes up a relatively small portion of our budget. So, why the gnashing of teeth? Join us this week as we discuss who sets gas prices,...

Time: the indefinite continued progress of existence of events in the past, present, and future. Sounds trippy, right? Time is something that is not quite on our side, and the older we get the faster it seems to go. Unlike money, time can never be recovered or made up and we have no idea when we will draw our last breath. But before we get any deeper, we promise this is not a morbid episode! Rathe...

In the last episode we talked about investing in clothes, so what’s the next logical topic to cover? Investing in furniture, of course! The idea for this episode came from seeing all of the college move-in day pictures online. We think it’s a timeless topic that everyone can relate to. Join us as we discuss the important things to consider when buying furniture – like durability, cost-effectivenes...

Clothes: something we all need (unless you want to get arrested.) Some view garments as a fashion statement while others view them as a practicality, serving as protection from the elements. Whatever your view of clothes might be, they’re something we all need. In today’s show, we are discussing how clothes can “make” a person, impacting the way you feel and behave. We’ll then jump right into the...