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A podcast to help you get an insider’s view of the financial world and escape common investment traps. Each week, we look at the financial news of the day and help you make sense of it so you can relax about money.
A podcast to help you get an insider’s view of the financial world and escape common investment traps. Each week, we look at the financial news of the day and help you make sense of it so you can relax about money.
Episodes

Thursday Mar 26, 2026
The Investor Coach Answers: Should I Use My Age As My Bond Allocation?
Thursday Mar 26, 2026
Thursday Mar 26, 2026
Paul answers a few popular questions directly from listeners of the show. Listen along as Paul responds to an investor who wants to know if the common strategy of using your age to determine your bond allocation is a reliable way to keep your portfolio healthy through retirement. Later in the episode, a listener wants to know how you monitor and manage the hidden trading costs inside a portfolio. Paul answers his question and explains how the industry uses “low-cost” to sell funds and where expenses rank among the criteria he considers in a fund.
Want to cut through the myths about retirement income and learn evidence-based strategies backed by over a century of data? Download our free Retirement Income Guide now at paulwinkler.com/relax and take the stress out of planning your retirement.
This material is for general educational purposes only and is not personalized investment, financial, tax, or legal advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Nothing here is an offer, solicitation, or recommendation for any security or strategy. All financial decisions involve risk, and you should consult qualified professionals before acting on this information.
Advisory services offered through Paul Winkler, Inc., an SEC-registered investment adviser.

Wednesday Mar 25, 2026
The Investor Coach Answers: How Will the War Affect Markets?
Wednesday Mar 25, 2026
Wednesday Mar 25, 2026
Today, Paul answers a few popular questions directly from listeners of the show. Listen along as Paul starts with a burning question for most investors: How will the war in the Middle East affect markets and investors saving for retirement? Later in the show, Paul addresses a listener's question about whether he has changed his position on owning precious metals, such as silver, given their widespread use in technology.
Want to cut through the myths about retirement income and learn evidence-based strategies backed by over a century of data? Download our free Retirement Income Guide now at paulwinkler.com/relax and take the stress out of planning your retirement.
This material is for general educational purposes only and is not personalized investment, financial, tax, or legal advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Nothing here is an offer, solicitation, or recommendation for any security or strategy. All financial decisions involve risk, and you should consult qualified professionals before acting on this information.
Advisory services offered through Paul Winkler, Inc., an SEC-registered investment adviser.

Monday Mar 23, 2026
The Design of Your Portfolio Determines Its Performance
Monday Mar 23, 2026
Monday Mar 23, 2026
Everyone wants to fly in an airplane that has been carefully designed and constructed. The design of the airplane determines its performance. Today, Evan explains that the same principles apply to the design of an investment portfolio and can be the difference between reaching your destination and having to bail out in an emergency landing.
Want to cut through the myths about retirement income and learn evidence-based strategies backed by over a century of data? Download our free Retirement Income Guide now at paulwinkler.com/relax and take the stress out of planning your retirement.
This material is for general educational purposes only and is not personalized investment, financial, tax, or legal advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Nothing here is an offer, solicitation, or recommendation for any security or strategy. All financial decisions involve risk, and you should consult qualified professionals before acting on this information.
Advisory services offered through Paul Winkler, Inc., an SEC-registered investment adviser.

Friday Mar 20, 2026
The Investor Dilemma: Why It’s Hard for Investors To Relax About Money
Friday Mar 20, 2026
Friday Mar 20, 2026
Today, Evan talks about the investor dilemma. A common problem is that investors try to feel more comfortable by predicting the future and buying funds with good track records. As tempting as this may be for investors, it leads to emotional investing decisions and taking uncompensated risks. Listen along as Evan explains all these concepts and shares how to get out of this fear cycle and on the path to confident investing.
Want to cut through the myths about retirement income and learn evidence-based strategies backed by over a century of data? Download our free Retirement Income Guide now at paulwinkler.com/relax and take the stress out of planning your retirement.
This material is for general educational purposes only and is not personalized investment, financial, tax, or legal advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Nothing here is an offer, solicitation, or recommendation for any security or strategy. All financial decisions involve risk, and you should consult qualified professionals before acting on this information.
Advisory services offered through Paul Winkler, Inc., an SEC-registered investment adviser.

Thursday Mar 19, 2026
Adults Over 60 Are Losing Billions to These Scams. Don’t Be One of Them.
Thursday Mar 19, 2026
Thursday Mar 19, 2026
Adults over 60 are much more likely to be the victim of a scam than of a violent crime or robbery at their home. Today, Evan shares an article highlighting the tactics used by scammers who are successfully stealing billions of dollars from people over the age of 60. Later in the episode, Evan discusses whether FINRA should be merged with the SEC and whether Wall Street’s primary regulatory authority can properly keep brokerage firms in check while remaining independent.
Want to cut through the myths about retirement income and learn evidence-based strategies backed by over a century of data? Download our free Retirement Income Guide now at paulwinkler.com/relax and take the stress out of planning your retirement.
This material is for general educational purposes only and is not personalized investment, financial, tax, or legal advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Nothing here is an offer, solicitation, or recommendation for any security or strategy. All financial decisions involve risk, and you should consult qualified professionals before acting on this information.
Advisory services offered through Paul Winkler, Inc., an SEC-registered investment adviser.

Wednesday Mar 18, 2026
The War in Iran: Oil Is Up. Stocks Are Down. How Are Investors Doing?
Wednesday Mar 18, 2026
Wednesday Mar 18, 2026
Today, Evan jumps straight into the headlines and shares how the war in Iran is doing two things most people expected: pushing stock prices down and oil prices up. But how are these changes affecting investors? Listen along as Evan covers this and discusses why the market hasn’t dropped enough to be considered a major dip, and whether the change in oil prices will cause a major disruption to your investments.
Want to cut through the myths about retirement income and learn evidence-based strategies backed by over a century of data? Download our free Retirement Income Guide now at paulwinkler.com/relax and take the stress out of planning your retirement.
This material is for general educational purposes only and is not personalized investment, financial, tax, or legal advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Nothing here is an offer, solicitation, or recommendation for any security or strategy. All financial decisions involve risk, and you should consult qualified professionals before acting on this information.
Advisory services offered through Paul Winkler, Inc., an SEC-registered investment adviser.

Monday Mar 16, 2026
Paul and Evan Cover Basic Financial Questions
Monday Mar 16, 2026
Monday Mar 16, 2026
How much should you have in an emergency fund? And why? How do you make a personal budget that works for you? Is life insurance important? When am I ready to buy a house? Today, Paul and Evan cover these questions and more to help anyone who wants to know where they stand become more confident about money and investing.
Want to cut through the myths about retirement income and learn evidence-based strategies backed by over a century of data? Download our free Retirement Income Guide now at paulwinkler.com/relax and take the stress out of planning your retirement.
This material is for general educational purposes only and is not personalized investment, financial, tax, or legal advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Nothing here is an offer, solicitation, or recommendation for any security or strategy. All financial decisions involve risk, and you should consult qualified professionals before acting on this information.
Advisory services offered through Paul Winkler, Inc., an SEC-registered investment adviser.

Friday Mar 13, 2026
Friday Mar 13, 2026
Paul shares some headlines that make it seem like the world is out of control and going to get worse. With these inflammatory headlines, Paul describes two psychological realities that can keep you from getting sucked into the fog of fear. Listen along as Paul reminds you that good news takes a while to hear and that people often remember the past as rosier than it actually was. Paul explains how you can move from worrying about the headlines to truly relaxing about money.
Later in the episode, Paul talks about the rise and decline of plant-based meat companies, and an investor he remembers being all in on these companies. Paul segues into how any investor can get sucked into venture capital and the idea of being on the front lines of new businesses.
Want to cut through the myths about retirement income and learn evidence-based strategies backed by over a century of data? Download our free Retirement Income Guide now at paulwinkler.com/relax and take the stress out of planning your retirement.
This material is for general educational purposes only and is not personalized investment, financial, tax, or legal advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Nothing here is an offer, solicitation, or recommendation for any security or strategy. All financial decisions involve risk, and you should consult qualified professionals before acting on this information.
Advisory services offered through Paul Winkler, Inc., an SEC-registered investment adviser.

Thursday Mar 12, 2026
“People Should Be Free To Do What They Want.” Do We Really Believe That?
Thursday Mar 12, 2026
Thursday Mar 12, 2026
Evan shares a few rules about Trump Accounts that have come out recently. Paul segues to an interview where the Robinhood CEO is pressed about an obviously dangerous investment that the SEC is shutting down. His response was, “People should be free to do what they want.” Paul pushes back hard to remind investors that this product is hurting investors and would be the equivalent of a drug dealer making the same comment about a drug that is killing the people who take it.
Later in the episode, Paul talks about the importance of teaching your kids about money and investing because the wealth you built through discipline can disappear if your heirs don’t understand how to manage it.
Want to cut through the myths about retirement income and learn evidence-based strategies backed by over a century of data? Download our free Retirement Income Guide now at paulwinkler.com/relax and take the stress out of planning your retirement.
This material is for general educational purposes only and is not personalized investment, financial, tax, or legal advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Nothing here is an offer, solicitation, or recommendation for any security or strategy. All financial decisions involve risk, and you should consult qualified professionals before acting on this information.
Advisory services offered through Paul Winkler, Inc., an SEC-registered investment adviser.

Wednesday Mar 11, 2026
Another War in the Middle East Poses a Trap To Disciplined Investors
Wednesday Mar 11, 2026
Wednesday Mar 11, 2026
Over the last week, we’ve heard many stories and predictions that remind us of events that have happened in the Middle East in recent history. When the news gets this big, even the most disciplined investors are tempted to respond to current events and make an emotional investing decision. Today, Paul and Evan read an article arguing that a real democratic revolution in Iran seems impossible until it happens. Listen along as these two advisors share why making investment decisions based on current events is a trap and how confident investors are humble enough to live with uncertainty, avoid market timing, and emerge on the other side.
Later in the episode, Evan discusses his research on the worst wars of the last 100 years and the market growth that occurred during those years, asking, “What happened to the people who went to cash knowing that war was coming?” Evan and Paul want you to know that people who are trying to get you out of the market right now don’t understand how wars affect companies.
Want to cut through the myths about retirement income and learn evidence-based strategies backed by over a century of data? Download our free Retirement Income Guide now at paulwinkler.com/relax and take the stress out of planning your retirement.
This material is for general educational purposes only and is not personalized investment, financial, tax, or legal advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Nothing here is an offer, solicitation, or recommendation for any security or strategy. All financial decisions involve risk, and you should consult qualified professionals before acting on this information.
Advisory services offered through Paul Winkler, Inc., an SEC-registered investment adviser.