Risk Parity Radio

Episode 442: Viva Our Listener's Lives, Treasury Bond Funds, And Volunteering

Jul 31, 2025
Listeners share transformative personal stories, highlighting a shift from wealth accumulation to meaningful life experiences. The discussion dives into treasury bond funds as recession-proof investments, sprinkled with humor and analysis. Insights on finding balance between financial security and personal relationships are shared. Volunteering at the Father McKenna Center emphasizes aligning one's passions with impactful community service. The episode wraps up with practical advice on managing dividends and cash strategies.
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ANECDOTE

Listener's Risk Parity Journey

  • Thirsty Horse transitioned part of their portfolio to a golden ratio-inspired risk parity style and reached Coast FI.
  • They gained confidence from Risk Parity Radio to leave a high-paying job for more meaningful work.
ADVICE

Optimize Life Beyond Money

  • Stop postponing life experiences for optimization and start enjoying them now.
  • Prioritize contributions to relationships and health as key measures beyond financial accumulation.
INSIGHT

Treasury Bond ETF Performance Insight

  • Treasury bond ETFs’ relative performance varies with yield curve shifts but will generally rise during recessions.
  • Focus less on short-term yields and more on long-term risk parity portfolio stability.
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