Don McDonald

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk

Financial talk radio veteran, Don McDonald and former host of Serious Money on PBS, Tom Cock, join forces to talk about real money issues. In each episode, they solve real money problems, dole out real investing (not speculating) advice, and really explain the financial issues that effect all of us. Plus, it's actually fun! Talking Real Money is a podcast designed to provide the real help we all need to enjoy a really great future. Call in with your questions anytime at 855-935-TALK (8255).

Author

Don McDonald

Category

Business

Podcast website

talkingrealmoney.com

Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

The best ways to start building wealth early. 22.08.2019

Getting started investing is easier than ever before. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Questions? Comments? Click!

If it sounds too good to be true, what is it? 22.08.2019

It's usually too good to be true (in other words, a lie). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Questions? Comments? Click!

Finding your way to a financial future. 08.08.2019

Multiple factors combine to threaten your retirement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Questions? Comments? Click!

Most of us really are lousy investors. 08.08.2019

Average investors have failed miserably over the past 30 years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Questions? Comments? Click!

In case of emergency, you need money. 02.08.2019

What will you do if a financial disaster occurs? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Questions? Comments? Click!

There is no such thing as safe investing. 31.07.2019

To make money on your money, you must take risk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Questions? Comments? Click!

Are you sure you'll never retire? 25.07.2019

Working until you die is a bad retirement strategy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Questions? Comments? Click!

What's the best retirement income strategy? 25.07.2019

Withdrawal strategies, the purpose of bonds, IRA conversions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Questions? Comments? Click!

Moneyjauna and more 17.07.2019

A POTpourri of interesting money questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Questions? Comments? Click!

Your Summer Money with Nerdwallet 16.07.2019

Some sound summer money advice from Tom and Nerdwallet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Questions? Comments? Click!

Good help is really hard to find 12.07.2019

When most advisors are bad finding a good one is tough. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Questions? Comments? Click!

How to write the script for your third act. 10.07.2019

Ending your life's story on a high note. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Questions? Comments? Click!

The folly of seeking the "next big thing" 10.07.2019

...and other dumb mistakes investors make. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Questions? Comments? Click!

Shrinking Social Security and Booming Bitcoin 04.07.2019

Will Social Security benefits be reduced in the future? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Questions? Comments? Click!

Stocks have been very, very good to you lately. 03.07.2019

2019 has been one of the best years for stock investors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Questions? Comments? Click!

We can do this the easy way or the hard way... 28.06.2019

...both will probably get you to the same place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Questions? Comments? Click!

No one predicted a great June for stocks. 28.06.2019

After a gloomy May, who would have imagined a booming June. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Questions? Comments? Click!

Failing to protect investors yet again. 28.06.2019

The SEC continues to allow brokers and insurance salesman to lie for your money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Questions? Comments? Click!

So answer me these questions three. 28.06.2019

A call on two-funds, double house payments, and advisor interviews Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Questions? Comments? Click!

Must everyone believe what you do? 22.06.2019

When did we stop listening to those with whom we disagree? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Questions? Comments? Click!

Are gold coins better than bullion? 20.06.2019

Is all gold a bad investment and taxing trusts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Questions? Comments? Click!

Some simple steps to protect your wealth. 19.06.2019

The Consumerman shares tips to protect yourself online. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Questions? Comments? Click!

The value of fatherly financial advice 18.06.2019

How fathers can help their children become financially savvy​. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Questions? Comments? Click!

What's the best way to pay for long-term care? 14.06.2019

What are the pros and cons of buying long-term care insurance?​ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Questions? Comments? Click!

Still not acting in your best interests. 13.06.2019

The SEC, once again, fails to rein in greedy, ​opaque​ financial "advisors." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Questions? Comments? Click!

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