Bullshit on Stilts: Tackling the bullshitology of financial decisions.
Keli Alo & Mark Robinson
26 episodes
2 months ago
What if everything you thought you knew about investment risk was wrong? That's the fascinating premise we explore in this eye-opening episode that challenges conventional wisdom about what makes investing "risky." Most people equate risk with volatility—those stomach-churning ups and downs in your 401(k) statement. But as we unpack through lively discussion and real-world examples, that volatility is only risky when mismatched with your time horizon. For long-term investors, those same mark...
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What if everything you thought you knew about investment risk was wrong? That's the fascinating premise we explore in this eye-opening episode that challenges conventional wisdom about what makes investing "risky." Most people equate risk with volatility—those stomach-churning ups and downs in your 401(k) statement. But as we unpack through lively discussion and real-world examples, that volatility is only risky when mismatched with your time horizon. For long-term investors, those same mark...
Financial Fairy Tales 3: 50% of Your 401(k) is the Government's
Bullshit on Stilts: Tackling the bullshitology of financial decisions.
15 minutes
11 months ago
Financial Fairy Tales 3: 50% of Your 401(k) is the Government's
Ever seen those financial ads that scream, “Half your 401(k) belongs to the government!”? They’re designed to spark fear and uncertainty about retirement savings and taxes—but how accurate is this really? In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on these misleading claims to help you sharpen your bullshit detector and make smarter financial decisions. First, let’s tackle the scary tax myths. While it’s true that taxes can impact retirement savings, most Americans don’t face the a...
Bullshit on Stilts: Tackling the bullshitology of financial decisions.
What if everything you thought you knew about investment risk was wrong? That's the fascinating premise we explore in this eye-opening episode that challenges conventional wisdom about what makes investing "risky." Most people equate risk with volatility—those stomach-churning ups and downs in your 401(k) statement. But as we unpack through lively discussion and real-world examples, that volatility is only risky when mismatched with your time horizon. For long-term investors, those same mark...
