The Rational Reminder Podcast

Delve into proposed Canadian capital gains tax changes, historical trends, and impacts on financial planning. Learn about AMT complexities, tax diversification strategies for long-term investments, and implications for business owners. Explore the importance of understanding individual circumstances and planning ahead to navigate the proposed changes effectively.

Scott Galloway, a renowned public speaker and author, shares valuable insights on economic success in his latest book. He discusses the role of luck, the importance of diversification, and why following talents is crucial. Galloway also touches on managing financial worries, parental concerns, and defining success. Tune in for his perspective on achieving long-term prosperity.

Michael Green, Chief Strategist and Portfolio Manager for Simplify Asset Management, discusses the problems with passive investing in financial markets. He covers the negative effects of indexing, implications of market inelasticity, and policy recommendations to address structural issues. The conversation dives into the risks posed by index funds, regulatory impact, societal wealth valuation, and nuances of investing in US stocks and Bitcoin.

Prof. Meir Statman discusses optimal CPP claiming, financial well-being. Insights on CPP benefits, wage growth ties, deferring claims. Exploring finances' impact on life domains like dating, education. Transitioning from wealth to well-being advisors. Investigate nuances of CPP benefits and financial correlations shaping well-being.

Financial expert Prof. Meir Statman discusses the impact of finances on well-being, why wealth advisors should become well-being advisors, and the correlations between finances and happiness in various life domains like dating, education, and work. Discover how self-control in spending, social status, marriage, and religion can influence overall well-being.

Abby Sussman, a distinguished professor of marketing, discusses how personal beliefs influence financial decisions, the source of reference points for financial well-being, expense prediction biases, budgeting effectiveness, product sensitivity nuances, and excessive consumer consumption drivers. Gain insights into navigating financial decision complexities, the psychology behind it, leveraging AI for better financial decisions, and optimizing your financial future.

Learn about investing lessons like not trying to beat the market, the impact of narratives on economy, and why market timing fails. Discover how incentives matter, why wealth doesn't guarantee success, and the benefits of low-cost total market index funds. Get insights on navigating financial complexities and why simplicity and skepticism are key for financial success.

Author and leadership coach Randall Stutman discusses admired leadership qualities and their application in financial decision-making. Topics include the importance of followership, values-driven leadership, building strong client relationships, time management strategies, and the introduction of an AI digital coach.

Diving into the flaws of the 10% stock return myth, survivorship bias in U.S. equity premiums, and historical asset pricing behaviors. Contrasting U.S. and global stock returns, emphasizing long-term vision in investing, and navigating investment options. Also, discussing entertainment, dining experiences, basketball triumphs, Patagonia vests, and AI advancements.

Adam Alter discusses feeling stuck in life and provides insights on how to break free in his book 'Anatomy of a Breakthrough'. Topics include goal-setting, the nature of breakthroughs, the balance between excellence and perfection, and the role of luck and creativity in achieving success.