Investoradio - The Sound of Money

Investoradio for 4/22/12

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 09:55:45 -0400

Will you be able to retire comfortably? The surveys say not. Money magazine picks the best investments, again. Larry is back in “Swedroe’s Corner” dispensing his speial wisdom and, other than beer, what makes Milwaukee famous?.

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Investoradio for 4/15/12

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 14:55:45 -0400

Investor mistakes lead to losses in 2011. Is the SEC on your side? Are advisory services from big brokers a good deal? Larry shares his investing wisdom in “Swedroe’s Corner,” and good advice from bad broker and much more.

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Investoradio for 4/08/12

Sun, 8 Apr 2012 13:41:45 -0400

Brokers have found way to squeeze out bigger fees from mutual funds (and inevitably, you). Have target date funds regained their lost luster? More financial wisdom in “Swedroe’s Corner,” a century old financial scam and much more.

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Investoradio for 4/01/12

Sun, 1 Apr 2012 15:20:25 -0400

Is 17,000 the next stop for the Dow and does it matter? A rebuttal to Don’s hateful comments about the equity-indexed annuity industry (hint: he still despises them). What should those big lottery winners do with their new found wealth. Larry shares his classic financial wisdom in “Swedroe’s Corner” and lots more.

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Investoradio for 3/25/12

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 12:14:51 -0400

Is a bigger mutual fund a better mutual fund or is it all in the sales skills? Finally, a purveyor of equity indexed annuities is deemed a criminal. The worst personal finance video ever made. Larry is ready to share his financial wisdom in “Swedroe’s Corner” and much more.

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Investoradio for 3/18/12

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 12:55:22 -0400

Is Wall Street inherently evil. One former Goldman Sachs employee seems to think so and told the whole world. Where are the best interest rates for “cash.” Plus, is Meredith Whitney’s timing just slightly off or is she a proverbial “stopped clock?” Of course, Larry is dispensing financial wisdom in “Swedroe’s Corner” and much more.

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Investoradio for 3/11/12

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 15:27:41 -0400

America’s second biggest Ponzi schemer, Allen Stanford is found guilty. Time to reinforce our “if it sounds too good to be true...” argument. Should you use “alternative” investments because stocks and bonds just too boring? Learn how to invest like Mitt Romney. Larry is back in “Swedroe’s Corner” and much more.

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Investoradio for 3/04/12

Sun, 4 Mar 2012 16:37:20 -0500

Gordon Gekko (aka, Michael Douglas) from the movie, Wall Street joins us (okay, we just feature a snippet from his new PSA) Then, how did the top stock picks from nine of best mutual fund managers of 1998 fare over the past 14 years? And here’s a surprise; someone else claiming that “buy and hold” is dead. Plus, “Swedroe’s Corner” and much more.

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Investoradio for 2/25/12

Sat, 25 Feb 2012 14:51:20 -0500

Dow hits 13,000. So what? Why 14,000 is a more important number. Is portfolio diversification no longer important. An investor asks if now is the time to get back into the stock market. Plus, “Swedroe’s Corner”, Don’s “Basics...” and much more.

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Investoradio for 2/18/12

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 12:22:28 -0500

There is still a debate between passive and active investing. Why? Are we entering the “great bull market” in the history of investing advice? Plus, “Swedroe’s Corner”, Don’s “Basics...” and much more.

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Investoradio for 2/11/12

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 13:16:15 -0500

What should you do with interest rates so low. Surprise! Actively managed funds have another bad year. Lookin’ for the pot o’ gold at the end of the variable annuity rainbow? Plus, “Swedroe’s Corner”, Don’s “Basics...” and much more.

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Investoradio for 1/28/12

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 13:15:58 -0500

Is Suze Orman really the “financial expert of the world?” Fund Force examines the American Funds and their recent fall from favor. The story of a good saver taken advantage of by the financial industry. Larry joins us from “Swedroe’s Corner” and a whole lot more.

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Investoradio for 1/21/12

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 14:46:09 -0500

Should be moving into high-dividend stocks? We share our opinion and that of others. Eight years ago, Forbes called hedge funds “the sleaziest show on earth.” Boy, is that looking accurate today. Plus, we talk investing with the chief investment officer of Aegis Capital, Stan Crouch.

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Investoradio for 1/14/12

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 15:52:18 -0500

Which is better, Lazy Portfolios or the Senate “Hedge Fund?” Our elite Fund Force attacks another high fee mutual fund. Plus, join Larry Swedroe for a bit of investing wisdom in Swedroe’s Corner.

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Investoradio for 1/7/12

Sat, 7 Jan 2012 15:45:59 -0500

We start the year off on the right foot with Investoradio’s first annual “State of Almost Everything Financial Address.” In just one program we cover the global economy, your personal economy, the state of investing, and much more. This is quite possibly the most important show we have ever done and we mean that almost seriously.

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Investoradio for 12/31/11

Sat, 31 Dec 2011 15:42:12 -0500

A special New Year’s weekend program featuring even more wisdom from John Bogle, Vanguard’s founder and “father” of the index fund. Plus, we hear from sensible investing author and columnist, Dan Solin.

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Investoradio for 12/24/11

Sat, 24 Dec 2011 15:38:12 -0500

Given that this show aired Christmas weekend, we decided to go with an edited “Best of” program from Index Fund Day, 2010 featuring one of our favorite guests, John Bogle, founder of the Vanguard Funds.

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Investoradio for 12/17/11

Sat, 17 Dec 2011 13:07:33 -0500

How did the “best” financial gurus do in 2011? Plus, this week focus on one of the easiest investment aspects to control, fees. It may seem basic, but paying less tends to make you more. All of that and much more radio for real investors on Investor radio (we misspelled purposely for the search engines).

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Investoradio for 12/10/11

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 13:41:13 -0500

Since “professional” money managers keep getting it wrong, is it time to buy and index fund? Unbelievable advice from CNBC. Rick Ferri joins us to talk about passive investing. Plus more investing information to help you make more.

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Investoradio for 12/03/11

Sat, 3 Dec 2011 13:36:06 -0500

Will the “big brains” in the financial industry get it right this year? We talk with the CEO of Betterment about better ways to invest. Plus, are old guys (like us) the best source of investment advice? That and much more on this exciting episode.

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Investoradio for 11/27/11

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 14:39:14 -0500

Morningstar keeps trying to find a way to predict the future. We hope there is no coal in your stocking, but do you need it in your portfolio? Plus, we talk with Vanguard’s chief economist about the realities of investing, and forecasting. Plus, much more money radio.

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Investoradio for 11/20/11

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 14:33:13 -0500

A very special show as the three hosts of the award winning investing radio show and podcast, “Sound Investing” reunite. Yes, Paul Merriman is our guest. You will also discover how bonds outperformed stocks over a 30 year period. Is John Corzine a compulsive gambler? Plus, we look a big bucks beyond the grave.

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Investoradio for 11/13/11

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 12:53:57 -0500

Is it time to be a bull? The falling stars of managed bond funds. A hot manager turned cold, heats up again. Plus, best selling author Dan Solin helps explain what investing is supposed to be.

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Investoradio for 11/06/11

Sun, 6 Nov 2011 14:46:07 -0500

Corzine goes from Wall Street to the Senate to the Governor’s Mansion to Wall Street to Bankruptcy Court. October was almost the polar opposite of September. Were you in stocks or out? We discover what FIT investing is about. Plus, more investing knowledge on Investoradio.

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Investoradio for 10/30/11

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 13:10:48 -0400

Stop trying to pick your own hedge fund. There is a new way to create the nest portfolio of these “special” investments, hire a monkey (they work for peanuts, etc.). Are absolute return funds absolutely misleading? Find out if you should you fire your stockbroker? Plus, much investing help on Investoradio.

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Investoradio for 10/23/11

Sun, 23 Oct 2011 17:45:09 -0400

Focused funds faltering? Too few stocks can be dangerous to your future. Speaking of focused, what are granular ETFs and are they worth buying? Professor Lawrence Kotlikoff discusses the demise of banking as we know it and his suggested substitute. Plus, more of your continuing investing education on Investoradio.

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Investoradio for 10/16/11

Sun, 16 Oct 2011 09:52:47 -0400

Is it possible to beat the market with less risk? Are last year’s winners likely to repeat this year? We conclude our 3-part series designed to help settle the active vs. passive investment management debate.

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Investoradio for 10/09/11

Sun, 9 Oct 2011 15:14:43 -0400

The 3rd quarter of 2011 was a bad one for stocks. How did you fare? Do high yield (junk) bonds have a place in your portfolio? We continue our 3-part series designed to help settle the active vs. passive investment management debate.

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Investoradio for 10/02/11

Sun, 2 Oct 2011 11:16:51 -0400

“Star” fund managers continue to take a beating. Should you consider “alternative” investments for your IRA? Plus, this week week we begin a 3-part series designed to help settle the active vs. passive investment management debate.

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Investoradio for 09/25/11

Sun, 25 Sep 2011 15:04:54 -0400

Are the “experts” right? Is a pall settling over Wall Street? Will a new fund from janus protect you from loss or assure one? Jim Cramer talks diversification, but does he really believe? Plus, we take your calls (at 877-401-5101) to help you become a better investor.

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Investoradio for 09/18/11

Sun, 18 Sep 2011 15:23:21 -0400

How can you invest in a macro market? Is the end of the world approaching or are we Armageddon hypochondriacs? Economist, Petra Beck shares her gloomy outlook. Plus, we try to help you become a real investor instead of a speculator.

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Investoradio for 09/11/11

Sun, 11 Sep 2011 19:00:15 -0400

Lessons from 2008 that you need to remember today? Hedge funds struggle to remain relevant. Plus, a salute to John Bogle, founder of Vanguard Funds. Don’t miss this information filled edition of the ultimate real investing program.

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Investoradio for 09/04/11

Sun, 4 Sep 2011 13:46:16 -0400

August was a bad month for stocks. How will they behave in September? Will the “halo effect” impact your portfolio? Plus, Dimensional Fund Advisor’s (DFA), David Booth explains why you should be investing. Plus, lots more powerful investing information.

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Investoradio for 08/28/11

Sun, 28 Aug 2011 13:38:04 -0400

Do you feel like you’ve lost control of your money? Even though 2008 was a bad year for stocks, those who hung in were rewarded. Looking for some soothing care for your market scars? Plus, we help a new investor get started with only $100 per month and much, much more on making money for you!

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Investoradio for 08/21/11

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 14:43:22 -0400

Is the mutual fund merry-go-round making you dizzy> Maybe it’s time to get off. Are long-short funds providing anything of value. Is it true that it took 25 years for investors to recover from the Crash of ’29. We discuss ETFs with a caller. Plus, more financial knowledge to help you join our “Investing Revolution.”

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Investoradio for 08/14/11

Sun, 14 Aug 2011 13:51:24 -0400

How do you deal with the volatility in the investing markets? We share our thoughts on some of the typical responses. Author Larry Swedroe explains “liquidity risk.” We are joined by economist Bill Conerly who has a realistic take on America’s future economic performance. Finally, we share a heartwarming tale from Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show” about a couple who turn the tables on a foreclosing bank. Plus, we cram in a ton of additional information designed to help you join our “Investing Revolution.”

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Investoradio for 08/6/11

Sat, 6 Aug 2011 18:19:10 -0400

In these turbulent times, how safe is safe? Warnings from regulators about “structured” investment products. Larry Swedroe shares the real facts about balanced mutual funds. What will happen to your government retirement benefits and how can you control your care in retirement with elder law attorney, Rick Gregorek. Plus, more information on managing your money and your future.

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Investoradio for 07/30/11

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 16:55:39 -0400

Why are so many investors turning to “alternative strategy” funds? Larry Swedroe considers the long term volatility of stocks. Is your advisor more aggressive than you know? We also explore investors behavioral biases. Plus, much more on your money and life.

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Investoradio for 07/23/11

Sat, 23 Jul 2011 11:32:21 -0400

Is there a way to play the possible debt crisis? Should you be in or out? Is active investment management on the decline, finally? Larry Swedroe talks about the effect on surprises on investments. Journalist and author, John Wasik talks about complex investments that may threaten your savings. Plus, as always, a jam packed 40 minutes of sensible investing education.

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Investoradio for 07/16/11

Sat, 16 Jul 2011 13:49:06 -0400

Your would think that is an environment filled with so many big economic issues that Macro funds would be doing well. Let’s take a look. Larry has more on whether Greece will cause your investments to slip. Chuck Jaffe from Marketwatch joins us to talk about the bond market, mutual funds and more. Don’t miss this weeks entertaining and educational program.

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Investoradio for 07/09/11

Sat, 9 Jul 2011 16:24:59 -0400

A very special show. First, while it doesn’t mean a lot, the second quarter was good to investors. Larry Swedroe shares “A Tale of Two Strategies.” We explore just how often most financial experts actually agree with our advice. Just listen to Tim Buckley from Vanguard and Forbes columnist, Ken Fisher. Then Kelly Campbell tells us why you should fire your broker. Plus, much more. A whole lot of great investing info in a mere 39 minutes.

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Investoradio for 06/25/11

Sat, 25 Jun 2011 11:23:37 -0400

Another example of why active management fails: One of the top bond fund manager’s failed bets. Does Morningstar finally have the right formula for predicting success? Larry Swedroe explains why short-term bond funds may not be short-term. Jennifer Openshaw shows how to get your child on the right track to the right career. Plus some well known experts share snippets of investing wisdom and much more.

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Investoradio for 06/18/11

Sat, 18 Jun 2011 09:35:27 -0400

With the market swooning, what should you be doing? Larry Swedroe explains why the best economies don’t always spawn the most profitable investments. Author Dan Solin wonders why Vanguard seems to have a split personality. Plus, why one fund manager claims that he is right and the market is wrong. Plus your investing education continues.

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