Faith, Finances and F*Bombs

Hartley and Kevin list twenty-five topics and observations which they feel aren't-quite-not-really-definitely-not-fully-potent explosives worthy of dedicating to a fully-authorized F*Bomb segment of any episode. Hartley calls attention to Kevin's impressive new venture. Kevin affirms Hartley's new criteria for future episodes.    Comment—What do you think?  Tweet™ to / X us |  @FaithMoneyBomb   Le...

Hartley talks with Kevin about his hope for — or lack of — recording a family podcast. This is a bonus episode complementing episode  24.  Connect and Comment Hartley    Facebook /  Twitter / Threads Kevin    Facebook / Blog X/Tweet™  us |  @FaithMoneyBomb Leave a comment via Email |  f.bombs@hartleywright.com Bonus Episode Credits: Bonus Theme Music by Zapsplat   Announcer: Dr. K.J. Wright

In this episode, Kevin explains the market but questions his neighbors and Hartley shares an analogy for one of the Sistine Chapel's frescoes. Show Notes:  Kevin explains what is meant by 'the market,' helping us as investors understand how performance-tracking indexes like the S&P 500, Russell 1000, and Vanguard effect our personal trading analysis. He also unscrambles some trading jargon for...

In this episode, we find out which Ballpark serves the best food, Hartley discusses a foundational step for making a deep connection with your soul, and Kevin takes over trivia. SHOW NOTES:  Content Fact Check: During Kevin and Hartley‘s discussion of the national debt, Kevin suggests if the information he shares about California is incorrect, the commentary about California would be omitted from...

The Market is high but the Holy Spirit is low on the fandom list. In this episode — if you hang around long enough — you'll hear an unsolicited apology to their listeners, an accidental conversation about self-awareness, and why Hartley and Kevin appreciate women's bathrooms. Show Notes:  The referenced quote (corrected and expanded here): "50% contend that the Holy Spirit is not a real, living be...

Kevin and Hartley discuss the passing of Kevin's mother and Hartley shares what stinks about his deodorant.  Show Notes:  This is the second episode to include the nuisance of imitation advertising. To return to listening to this podcast ad-free, become an  faithmoneybomb insider member.  “My Father is always at his work to this very day, and I too am working.”   John 5:17 The podcast EnneagramU c...

Hartley and Kevin comment on their observations and thoughts about a common practice in current parenting and the trivia game is all about 1982.  Show Note: Book referenced in this episode: The Gardener and the Carpenter by Alison Gopnik; Published by Picador USA; 2017; 320 pages What do you think?  Tweet™ to us |  @FaithMoneyBomb   Leave a comment via Email |  f.bombs@hartleywright.com   Show Cre...

Hartley and Kevin fail to mention the Clampetts or the Castaways in a discussion worthy of each ensemble's consideration, Kevin is frustrated with the Federal Reserve, and Hartley explains why favoritism in families is a generational sin. Show Notes:  Hartley's statement: "Dysfunction comes naturally to us."  is connected to our being born in a sinful state, only able to be redeemed by our Creator...

Kevin reveals what only Missouri and Montana have in common which leads to Hartley recalling a Sodom and Gomorrah experience from his childhood before addressing why most people don't see time with God as something they need and reasons why they don't have any time to give . Show Notes: Book referenced in this episode: With Open Hands by Henri J.M. Nouwen; Published by Ave Maria Press; 2006 (34th...

Kevin talks about his new knee and shares his thoughts about tax refunds and the likelihood of a rate hike and pause. We are surprised to hear Hartley describe his use of hand signals on public traffic ways and how to literally "screw" someone. Kev and Hart play a trivia game introducing new segments to their podcast.  Show Notes: Listeners are encouraged to comment or submit questions via Twitter...

Columbia's Woodcrest Chapel Pastor Masood Heidari joins Hartley and Kevin in a discussion about Worship and Hope, Islam and Christianity, Death and Funerals and the NCAA Women's Basketball Championship. Masood was born and raised in Abadan, Iran and moved to the United States as a University Student during a critical and pivotal time in Iran's history. He has served on the staff of Woodcrest since...

Hartley asks Kevin to comment on some notes he wrote down three years ago which leads to Kevin recalling our flirtation with economic disaster. We receive Kevin's advice on how to best handle our finances and Hartley encourages us to suffer.      Show Notes: Unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains just a single grain; but if it dies, it bears much fruit. —John 12:24 Dialo...

Kevin is more frustrated with the loss of baseball players, memory books, and a bowling ball than the loss of a Bank in the Silicon Valley. Hartley talks about the practice of confession during Lent and bemoans losing his socks and soul. They both confess to making public statements which caused some tension among friends and loved ones.  Show Notes: Biblical References: Luke 15; Psalm 32 Lectiona...

In this episode, we discover what we can't truly look out for and what word helps us sound pretentious. Thing seems premature for spring cleaning, but Hartley encourages us to clean our houses. Kevin reminds us to stay disciplined in the market and cleans up some misinformation on more than one front. The spiritual practice of Repentance and the anticipation of rate hikes is discussed. The Week 3...

Network Development Coordinator for MU Healthcare, Amy Hay , joins Hartley and Kevin as their first guest . Amy was a 1991 to 1994 MIZZOU Women's Golf Letterwinner and earned three All-Conference Big Eight selections, two top 10 individual finishes at Big Eights, and tied for 12th in the 1994 NCAA East Regional. Surprisingly, they don't talk golf. They talk pharmaceutical^ expense. They talk Boys...

This episode may contain some unresolved anger. You be the Judge. Hartley confesses to nearly committing a falsehood in a legal document and demonstrates his passion for a certain laundry detergent. Kevin reveals his secret for executing a proper affect in communication. How Lent provides opportunity to connect with God is discussed. Date of Episode Capture: February 23, 2023 Podcast Hosts: Hartle...

This episode was a surprise to both of us. Especially the grumpy one. We discuss temperament, rate hikes, presidential terms, daylight savings, the He Gets Us campaign, and Yosemite Sam. Resources and media referenced in this episode: Link to CNN Article Link to He Gets Us website Pocket is the place to save, read and get fueled by the best content on the web. Yosemite Sam is Jewish Article Tubefi...

One of these guys is not going to watch the Super Bowl. Once a week, Kevin wears a shirt he hates.  Hartley talks about his connection to unauthorized fireworks in Jamaica. In this episode, Kevin and Hartley have an interesting discussion about prayer, reference an NBC soap opera which ended in 2022 after airing 58 years, comment on their feelings about Super Bowl advertisers, listen to a formal s...

This is part 2 and is a continuation of episode 7. In this episode Hartley and Kevin have a conversation about their frustrations and concerns regarding the troubles and trauma of perpetual gun violence in America. Sources in the form of articles and data posted online from which the referencing of statistics, study findings and factual statements related to mass shootings, gun practices, gun owne...

In this episode Hartley and Kevin have a conversation about their frustrations and concerns regarding the troubles and trauma of perpetual gun violence in America. Sources in the form of articles and data posted online from which the referencing of statistics, study findings and factual statements related to mass shootings, gun practices, gun ownership, and gun manufacturing quoted  in this episod...

We have a choice about whether we will cultivate the true self that we have been given or whether we will squander it through embracing false self tendencies and behaviors (the pursuit of other things we deem to be more valuable). Hartley talks about how to find our soul— our true self —that which makes us who we are uniquely and has been given its very existence by God himself. Kevin talks about...

A view of the electoral college and a new release of best-selling conservative writer David Horowitz is discussed. Kevin shares some interesting provisions in the Secure 2.0 legislation including those aimed to benefit both retirement plan sponsors and their employees. Hartley addresses why faith is such a mystery and invites listeners to practice the discipline of Silence as a first step to creat...

Following up on the pop-up advertising campaign which stirred Hartley's curiosity kicks off this episode. Although he lacks much support, Senator Rick Durbin is focused on regulating credit cards. You might be surprised to learn how similar legislation enacted twelve years ago has already impacted your banking practices. Kevin expresses his own frustration with the legislative process, namely its...

This episode sounds a lot like Christmas. Hartley and Kevin discuss their plans for the holidays as well as mentioning treasured or terrifying holiday memories from their childhood. Hartley offers helpful information related to developing a practice of reviewing your days from a spiritual perspective and seeking God's presence in the busyness of Christmas. Kevin shares new developments occurring i...

In this podcast, Hartley and Kevin discuss the nature of God and the tendency for people to proclaim the goodness of God in unusual circumstance. Kevin shares some information helpful for your end of year financial planning and expectations. Hartley wants to clarify what listeners can expect regarding f*bombs, and confesses to the one thing that causes him to drop one. Episode recorded December 1,...