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Viable businesses often start as hobbies or “side hustles” as we like to call them. In fact, some of the largest companies in the world, like Apple, Amazon, and Facebook, started in a humble garage or dorm room. In today’s episode, we discuss the importance of learning how to make money doing what you love, and the dedication it takes to turn a side hustle into a bonafide business. We’ll be talkin...

Football is back, baby! As one of America’s most beloved sports, football brings communities together and, sometimes, even drives a wedge between people. Who doesn’t love the traditions, long-standing rivalries, and fierce competition on the gridiron? In this week’s episode, we’ll start by reviewing the best football movies of all time. Then, we’ll dive into college football and discuss the revenu...

Understanding insurance can be a tricky thing. Luckily, we’ve brought in an expert for today’s episode to help us better understand the ins and outs of “assurance through insurance.” We’ll kick off the episode with our list of celebrities who have policies on their body parts – yes, you heard that right. Then, Joe Sarrio, a State Farm insurance agent, will join Katie and Cort to discuss the peace...

When most people think of Labor Day, what often comes to mind is a long weekend, cookouts, the unofficial end of summer, and no work. But when you really think about it, this federal holiday is all about work or, at the very least, all about the American worker. This annual celebration of laborers and their achievements has an interesting history behind it, so, tune in as Katie and Cort give you e...

Who doesn’t love pets? They are one of the top gifts given and can increase opportunities for exercising, getting outdoors, socializing, and, most importantly, they are great companions. But like most things in life, there are a few downsides. Most notably, they can be expensive. We’ll start the show with our list of the best pets in movies and tv shows. Then, we’ll talk about how reality sets in...

So, we’ve walked you through the moment you say “I do,” and we’ve talked in-depth about merging finances. But we need to take a step back and talk about prenups. The act of marriage is a beautiful thing but it carries a tremendous amount of legal significance. Join Cort and Katie as they break down the craziest prenups, list the pros and cons of this contract, discuss celebrity prenups, and talk a...

August 14th is Social Security Day (yes, everything has a holiday these days), so we thought now was the best time to have a discussion on Social Security. We hit on this topic in our retirement episode but decided it deserves its own episode. Join us as we begin the show by listing out some of the craziest social security crimes. Then, we’ll dive right into what social security actually is, why i...

So, you’ve just said “I do” and the ring is on your finger. Now what? In today’s episode, we are talking about what it means to combine finances with your significant other. This can mean creating a spending plan, understanding your shared debt, and setting mutual priorities. It all starts with being honest with one another and keeping the conversation going through your entire marriage. In the ep...

Today’s show is one we’ve been teasing for a while, and we’re letting Katie “cut the cake” on this one. After all, she’s an event planner and knows the ins and outs of budgeting for and planning out a spectacular wedding. This episode is for our listeners who may be getting married soon or may be preparing for their child’s future nuptials. We’ll kick off the show with the best wedding movies of a...

There are few things as exciting as the summer Olympics. The pageantry, the unity, the history, the athleticism – it’s the perfect formula for an exciting, two-week event that the entire world fixates on once every four years. This week’s episode is all about the Games of the Olympiad, hosted in Tokyo this year after a covid-related delay. We’ll review quite a few lists in the show including best...

Fad diets and exercise crazes are nothing new, but we’ve all seen how jumping on these bandwagons does a number on your wallet. In today’s episode, we’re talking about some of the biggest fitness trends over the decades and how the diet industry hooks customers with various marketing tactics. With a majority of these fads, you are putting your money, faith, and health into a broken concept because...

Sink your teeth into this week’s episode all about stocks. We’ll kick off the show with our list of the best and worst vampire movies because, ya know, fangs. Then, we’ll take a deep dive into better understanding stocks. Are you wanting growth or income? Are you more reserved and like steady movement or do you prefer something more exciting with big ups and downs? There’s a lot to cover, so join...

It’s summertime which means all of you are hopefully getting some much-deserved vacation time! And with this new season, and the changing of the times, using property rental services like Airbnb and VRBO is the hottest craze. In today’s episode, we are answering a question we received through BullMail (Thanks, Rebekah) regarding owning a rental property and adding to your portfolio income. We’ll s...

An age-old question that we’ve all been asked, “what do you want to be when you grow up?” suggests our childhood passions always turn into our adult occupations. But we all know this is not the case; otherwise, the world would only have police officers, firefighters, astronauts, and paleontologists. The truth is, life is a maze of doors where some are open, some are closed, and some take you to pl...

As we approach Father’s Day, we wanted to dedicate an entire episode to the patriarchs in our lives. We are breaking down the history of this holiday and bringing back Twitter Nuggs, reading some of the funniest tweets all dads can relate to. It wouldn’t be a dad-centric episode if we didn’t talk about sports, so Katie and Cort will discuss the sporting industry and the incredible amount of money...

It’s our birthday! We can’t believe our baby bull is already a one-year-old, and to celebrate this occasion we are having a Bovine Birthday Bash, BullCast-style. It’s been a momentous year for us, despite the unexpected events we’ve all shared, and we sure have learned a lot along the way. In today’s episode, we are removing the glitz and glam by giving our listeners an honest look at how our show...

We are once again expanding on our conversation about caring for aging parents with this robust episode on Power of Attorney. We’ll start the show with our Top 5 list of best movie/tv show attorneys, then we’ll dive into the ins and outs of this powerful document. Join us for this legal episode as Cort puts on his attorney cap and answers questions such as: What’s the difference between a general...

In honor of National Be A Millionaire Day, we’re talking about a number that defines every person. No, not your social security number or your credit score. It’s net worth and when you hear it, you probably associate it with the ultra-wealthy. The truth is anyone can calculate their net worth, and it’s a great way to understand your own financial health. Join us as we discuss the millionaires of o...

In this week’s episode, we are expanding on our Mother’s Day show by taking a deep dive into caring for your parents. Even though people are living longer in today’s world, it’s critical to have open conversations now about getting a plan in place for when they will need assistance. This may be a touchy subject for some, but it is important to “face the music” and care for those who care for you....

Today, we are talking about OPM or Other People’s Money. OPM is the sweetest drug on the planet. That car loan you have? OPM. Your mortgage? OPM. That’s right, it’s all about deploying other people’s money in your own life for things you want and need. Join us as we talk about leveraging borrowed money to increase return on investment, the idea of “good debt,” and utilizing credit cards to maximiz...

This episode is all about mom as we approach Mother’s Day. We’ll start the show with our top “mom” movies, then discuss the history of the holiday along with some interesting trivia. Our moms take care of us, but who takes care of them? Join us as we talk about the importance of caring for your mother, whether that be when she is in good health or bad. We’ll break down the importance of estate pla...

In today’s episode, we’re saddling up to talk about the Kentucky Derby, gambling, and betting. With the Race for the Roses right around the track, there’s no better time to talk about the entertainment aspect and financial repercussions of betting. We’ll kick off at the starting gate with our Top 5 best gambling movies. We’ll then rope in our special guest, Lee Guest, who will give us insight into...

Today’s show is an ode to the Oscars as well as the officially unofficial ceremony for our first-ever Bully Awards. In this movie-mayhem episode, we are roping in our producer, Cameron, and talking all about the biggest Silver-Screen blockbusters. We’ll begin with our Top 5 list of the best… um… Best Picture winners over the past 93 years. Then, we’ll have a discussion on some of the best Original...

In the world of financial planning, there’s so much information on the web that it can be absolutely overwhelming. Oftentimes, people are afraid to ask important questions because they don’t want to seem dumb. No worries, y’all, because BullCast is here to put you at ease and answer questions that you may be hesitant to ask. In today’s show, we are debunking myths (no, you don’t need a lot of mone...

Millions of Americans find themselves in credit card debt, yet many of these same “spending victims” say that they have no idea how they got in such a financial bind. Today, we are introducing the concept of Behavioral Finance by discussing the rationalization of spending money. It’s all about the head vs. the heart, and there’s actually an enormous overlap between psychology and economics. We inv...