Best Benchmark Radio Podcasts (2025)

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Benchmark Weekly Poetry Reading Friday, 21 February 2025 0:56

22d ago0:56

0:56

Benchmark Weekly Poetry Reading Friday, 21 February 2025 by BenchmarkBy Benchmark

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From Will Ferrell to Wall Street: What 2025’s Wild Financial Headlines Could Mean for Your Money 36:08

31m ago36:08

36:08

Wondering what today’s financial headlines mean for your retirement plan? Wes Moss and Connor Miller break down the biggest economic stories, without the jargon, to help you chart a course on your quest to retire happier and sooner. In this episode: • Wes runs into Will Ferrell at the driving range—and shows why keeping your cool can matter in life…

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The European Market Brief 3: The Quest for the S&P 500 of Europe 53:06

3d ago53:06

53:06

In this episode of the European Market Brief, the host Mark Longo along with guests Russell Rhodes (Indiana University Kelley School of Business), Sophie Granchi (Eurex), and Patrik Herrmann (STOXX) delve into European derivatives markets, highlighting major indices like the Euro STOXX 50 and STOXX Europe 600. The discussion covers strategic insigh…

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Inflation Cools While Chicken Sizzles: What It Could Mean For Your Financial Future 34:08

3d ago34:08

34:08

Cut through market fear, witness inspiring stories, and tackle the challenging housing market with optimism and insight. Gain the clarity you need to seek financial freedom and retirement happiness. Wes and Jeff explore the week’s essential themes, including: • The S&P 500, dividend stocks, and bonds posting gains that were higher than many had fea…

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From Tariffs to Takeout: Unpack the First Half of 2025 36:15

15d ago36:15

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Wes and Jeff dive into the major economic events shaping the first half of the year. They offer insights on everything from labor markets and inflation to the rise of AI and takeout culture, then break down complex financial news into actionable analysis to help plan for a happier retirement. Highlights include: • Focusing on financial education by…

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The European Market Brief 2: European Benchmarks 53:22

11d ago53:22

53:22

In this episode, host Mark Longo is joined by guests Russell Rhodes (Indiana University Kelley School of Business), Damien Zinck (Eurex), and Nick Cassano (Tradier) to delve into the dynamic world of European derivatives markets. The discussion encompasses various aspects such as the Euro STOXX 50 index, DAX futures, VSTOXX volatility index, and in…

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The Steve Ballmer Interview 2:59:20

12d ago2:59:20

2:59:20

We sit down with Steve Ballmer, the legendary former Microsoft CEO and owner of the LA Clippers, for an epic conversation covering his 34 years at Microsoft. Steve listened to our Microsoft episodes and had some thoughts to share — and boy, did he deliver. Steve takes us point-by-point through the original IBM DOS deal that started everything, how …

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U.S. Debt Downgrade, Tax Bills, Global Productivity, and A Happy Retiree Summer Challenge For Kids 36:19

17d ago36:19

36:19

Wes and Connor deliver timely insights on U.S. debt, tax reform, interest rates, and practical strategies for family life and financial planning. From economic breakdowns to a creative summer challenge for kids, this episode blends national headlines with personal empowerment, including: • Honor and Reflect: As Memorial Day passes, remember the bra…

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Benchmark Weekly Poetry Reading Friday, 28 February 2025 0:51

26d ago0:51

0:51

Benchmark Weekly Poetry Reading Friday, 28 February 2025 by BenchmarkBy Benchmark

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Why Staying Invested Often Wins: Lessons from a Rapid Market Rebound 35:54

24d ago35:54

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Wes Moss and Conner Miller provide historical context and perspective on the latest financial news, including: • The markets staged a dramatic V-shaped recovery following tariff fears. Investors, take note: Volatility can reverse quickly. Once you’ve chosen a solid strategy, it’s often more productive to stay the course rather than letting fear dri…

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From Buffett’s Big Exit to the High School Job Boom: Money Moves That Matter Now 36:15

1M ago36:15

36:15

Jeff Lloyd joins Wes to tackle the week’s critical issues, such as: • Celebrate Mother’s Day with purpose! From heartfelt shout-outs to family meal plans, honoring Mom is always a worthwhile investment. • Tariffs hit home—literally! Wes’s son tackled the “Guac Tax” in a school project on avocado tariffs. Learn how trade policies might hit your wall…

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Introducing the European Market Brief 1:03

1M ago1:03

1:03

We're excited to add a new show to the Options Insider Radio Network. Meet the European Market Brief, presented by Eurex. The European Market Brief discusses current activity across a broad spectrum of Eurex products (e.g. EURO STOXX®, VSTOXX®, DAX®, Euro-Bund, Euro-Bobl, Euro-Schatz derivatives, etc.). We look at trading activity across Eurex’s op…

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Passion, Planning, and Portfolio Power: Lessons from Microsoft, Market Trends, and the Mappiness Project 36:19

1M ago36:19

36:19

Jeff Lloyd joins Wes to explore the latest news, compelling financial insights, and human psychology: • Consider the Mappiness Project—What truly brings you joy? Are you building a life that includes high-ranking endeavors? • Rediscover Your Core Pursuits—Jeff recounts his lifelong love for Pearl Jam concerts and music tourism, including a trip wit…

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Are We Having Fun Yet? Market Volatility, Trade Wars, the VIX, Bond Risks, And Real-Life Happy Retirees With The Power Of Purpose 36:17

2M ago36:17

36:17

Connor joins Wes to analyze essential current events: • Connor asks, "Are We Having Fun Yet?" with the constant scary headlines and market volatility from tariff repercussions. • Stress from the ongoing uncertainty in trade talks with China. • Understanding the VIX (fear index) and its historical spikes. • The administration’s intermittent public c…

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Announcement: Acquired Live at Radio City Music Hall! 4:25

2M ago4:25

4:25

A few weeks ago, we told you that Acquired is doing something in New York City on July 15 with our good friends at J.P. Morgan Payments. Well, the big announcement is finally here: We are doing our 2025 Live Show… at Radio City Music Hall! Radio City is of course the iconic New York City theater that hosts the Rockettes and the Tony Awards, and has…

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Easter Eggflation, Market Benchmarks, Tariffs, And The Fed: Zoom Out On Portfolio Performance And Investor Sentiment 34:01

2M ago34:01

34:01

Analyze how inflation may prevent nearly half of Americans from dying Easter eggs and why consumer sentiment may be out of alignment with the reality on the ground. Discover how the most popular benchmark for measuring market performance may not be the most efficient one. Zoom out to examine historical trends and gain perspective on where your port…

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Epic Systems (MyChart) 3:57:02

2M ago3:57:02

3:57:02

What if we told you that the most important company in US healthcare was run from a farm in rural Wisconsin? And that farm contained the world’s largest subterranean auditorium, as well as Disneyland—style replicas of Hogwarts and the Emerald City? What if we told you that the person who started, runs and owns this establishment has legally ensured…

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Investing Through Market And Masters Swings: VIX, Tariffs & How to Protect Your Portfolio 35:45

2M ago35:45

35:45

Witness market volatility and the economic seesaw! Navigate the complexities of trade negotiations and their widespread impact. Untangle the inverse relationship between bond prices and interest rates. See how tariffs can affect prices and fuel uncertainty. Harness the power of balance and diversification to help fortify your investments. Decipher …

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Market Turbulence: How Tariffs, Bonds, and Diversification Can Potentially Protect Your Financial Future 35:35

2M ago35:35

35:35

Navigate the market's recent swings, sparked by major tariff announcements and a significant stock sell-off. Examine the impact of balanced portfolios, learn why bonds are back in action, and explore how diversification might help you minimize losses during turbulent times. Tariffs may create higher prices for consumers and small businesses, but co…

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Master Market Trends, Maximize Wealth, and Take Control of Your Financial Future 34:46

3M ago34:46

34:46

Dive into an eye-opening discussion about confidently navigating the financial landscape. Unpack the latest market trends, tackle productive investment strategies, and uncover a potential key to building lasting wealth. Get insights on making your money work harder, optimizing your retirement plan, and sidestepping common financial pitfalls. Whethe…

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2025 GTM Benchmarks 46:19

3M ago46:19

46:19

Guy Rubin is the Founder + CEO of Ebsta, a revenue intelligence platform that guides sales teams to more effective sales processes, pipeline reviews and forecast calls with Revenue Insights. Episode Topics: Overview of Ebsta’s 2025 GTM Benchmarks Report. Produced in partnership with Pavilion, the report covers $48 billion of pipeline across 655,000…

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Tariffs, Tumult, and Triumph: How to Stay Ahead in a Volatile Market 35:31

3M ago35:31

35:31

Turbulence in the markets? Tariffs in the headlines? Don’t let uncertainty derail your financial future. Dive into a data-driven look at market corrections, the Fed’s stance on interest rates, and the incredible force of the American consumer. Discover why history has favored long-term investors, how the army of American productivity often powers t…

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Indian Premier League Cricket 4:28:07

3M ago4:28:07

4:28:07

When you saw this episode pop up in your feed, you either jumped for joy and hit play immediately (in which case you’re not reading this), or you said “Huh. That’s a surprising episode.” Well, if you’re in group two, boy do we have a treat for you! IPL is the fastest-growing, most dynamic and most disruptive force in the sports industry today… and …

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Market Volatility Unmasked: Strategies to Help Protect Wealth and Seize Opportunities 35:56

3M ago35:56

35:56

Navigate market uncertainty with confidence. Break down the latest correction, why investors may be shifting assets, and whether history suggests recovery or deeper trouble. Uncover the real impact of inflation, tariffs, and economic policy shifts while understanding why the current administration seems to be skipping short-term stimulus for long-t…

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Live-In Flips & FIRE: How to Build Wealth, Avoid Taxes, and Retire Sooner With Bigger Pockets’ Mindy Jensen 36:00

3M ago36:00

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Can smart real estate investing and the FIRE movement transform your financial future? Uncover the powerful "live-in flip" strategy that sometimes allows homeowners to renovate, sell, and pocket massive tax-free profits—all while living in the home. Learn how to leverage tax laws legally, navigate real estate markets, and maximize returns without o…

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Retirement Readiness: Roth IRAs, the 4% Rule, and Practical Investment Strategies 36:57

4M ago36:57

36:57

Discover how to maximize your Roth IRA, balance pension income, and use the 4% rule of thumb to determine if you’re truly ready to retire. Learn why asset allocation is critical, when to consider shifting from stocks to bonds, and whether cash can possibly replace bonds in a portfolio. Tackle real-world scenarios like handling inherited trusts, mak…

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Market Myths Busted: Panic Less And Plan Smart—GDP Growth, Bond Yields, and Productive Retirement Strategies 36:45

4M ago36:45

36:45

Cut through the media noise. Debunk Robert Kiyosaki's latest market crash warning. Ease financial and geopolitical anxiety with facts: GDP is growing over 2%, inflation is cooling, and the labor market has snapped back to a healthy balance—challenge fear-driven narratives by focusing on fundamentals. Could Walmart’s earnings stumble be a hiccup rat…

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Rolex 5:00:35

4M ago5:00:35

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Rolex is a series of paradoxes. They sell obsolete and objectively inferior mechanical devices for 10-1000x the price of their superior digital successors… and demand is stronger than ever in history! Their products are comparable to a Hermès Birkin bag in price, luxury status and waitlist times… yet they produce over 1m units / year (roughly 10x a…

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Gold’s True Value, Inflation’s Next Move, and a Manufacturing Boom—Decode the Economic Shake-Up 31:36

4M ago31:36

31:36

Dive into the latest financial headlines, examine the impact of modern work-from-home trends, and explore the three most compelling economic charts of the moment. Analyze inflation as it edges up around 3%, raising questions about the Federal Reserve’s next move. Debate revaluation’s potential role in helping shrink the deficit by looking at how th…

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Benchmark Weekly Poetry Reading Friday, 14 February 2025 0:55

4M ago0:55

0:55

Benchmark Weekly Poetry Reading Friday, 14 February 2025 by BenchmarkBy Benchmark

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Investing at Market Highs, Lump Sum vs. Pension Decisions, and S&P Super Bowl Stats 33:59

4M ago33:59

33:59

Dive into the latest economic trends and retirement strategies, breaking down essential financial topics. Can investing during market highs yield strong returns and counter the typical "buy low, sell high" advice? Explore the psychology of lump sum vs. pension decisions for federal employees, and examine a balanced investment approach in a bond mar…

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Benchmark Weekly Poetry Reading Friday, 7 February 2025 3:55

4M ago3:55

3:55

Benchmark Weekly Poetry Reading Friday, 7 February 2025 by BenchmarkBy Benchmark

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2025 Zylo SaaS Management Index 47:05

4M ago47:05

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Our Guest: Ben Pippenger is the Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Zylo, a SaaS management platform that helps businesses gain full visibility into their software usage, optimize licensing, and streamline renewals. Episode Topics: Overview of Zylo’s SaaS Management Index annual report, which covers $40 billion of SaaS spend The AI adoption su…

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Economic Resilience, Consumer Spending, GDP, And AI’s Evolution 36:09

4M ago36:09

36:09

The resiliency of U.S. economics, steady consumer spending across all income levels, underestimated impacts of a gig economy, and the surprising durability of GDP growth are all part of today’s essential discussion. Wes Moss and Jeff Lloyd examine which factors suggest productivity might be undercounted and liken AI to the space race, where any typ…

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How Inflation, Tariffs, and New Rules Are Shaping Your Money in 2025 34:07

5M ago34:07

34:07

On this week’s Money Matters, Wes Moss and co-host Jeff Lloyd break down the biggest financial stories shaping 2025. From what the Fed’s next move on interest rates means for your wallet to how tariffs and inflation are impacting markets. Wes also shares big news about Social Security changes that could give retirees with pensions a much-needed boo…

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TSMC Founder Morris Chang 2:54:56

5M ago2:54:56

2:54:56

We flew to Taiwan to interview TSMC Founder Morris Chang in a rare English interview. In fact, the last long-form video interview we could find was 17 years ago at the Computer History Museum… conducted by the one-and-only Jensen Huang! This episode came about after asking ourselves a version of the Jeff Bezos “regret minimization” question: what c…

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Top 10 Financial Trends In 2025, Resilience, Spending, Dividends, And Happy Retiree Inspiration 36:26

5M ago36:26

36:26

Wes Moss and Clark.com’s Christa DiBiase team up to highlight the top 10 financial trends investors should watch in 2025, including economic resilience, consumer spending strength, and rising productivity. In the second hour, Wes partners with co-host Jeff Lloyd to explore market momentum, the importance of dividends, and savvy retirement strategie…

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TSMC (Remastered) 2:27:50

5M ago2:27:50

2:27:50

We dive into the unbelievable and unlikely history behind the quietest technology giant of them all: the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company. Founded in 1987 by the then-56 year old Morris Chang, already a legend in the semiconductor industry by virtue of his meteoric rise and fall at Texas Instruments, TSMC today manufactures nearly all the…

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What investors need to watch out for in 2025 34:54

5M ago34:54

34:54

On today’s episode of Money Matters, Wes dives into the top ten trends that he anticipates will define 2025 for investors, starting with resilience in the markets and economy, the dominance of the consumer, and a surge in productivity fueled by emerging technologies like AI. Producer and co-host Jeff Lloyd analyzes what these trends mean for invest…

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10 Lessons From Hosting The Retire Sooner Podcast 53:13

5M ago53:13

53:13

Money Matters co-host and producer Jeff Lloyd joins Wes in the studio. Wes instills the top 10 happy retiree lessons he’s learned from his guests while hosting the Retire Sooner podcast.By Wes Moss

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How Retirees Can Optimize Their Social Security Benefits with Mary Beth Franklin 1:05:01

6M ago1:05:01

1:05:01

Whether you’re 25 or nearing retirement age, you’ll learn something new about how to maximize social security and plan for the future in today’s show. Wes introduces you to Mary Beth Franklin, one of the country’s leading specialists on social security and Medicare and a popular guest on Wes’s Retire Sooner podcast. In this conversation, Mary Beth …

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The Details Behind What The Happiest Retirees Know 55:39

6M ago55:39

55:39

During this episode, Wes shares details from his new book, What The Happiest Retirees Know: 10 Habits for a Healthy, Secure, and Joyful Life. He also explains how he collected his research and studies for the book, why he studies happy and unhappy retirees, and what we can learn from happy retirees. He gives additional insights into the habits of t…

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Benchmark Weekly Poetry Reading Friday, 20 December 2024 0:44

6M ago0:44

0:44

Benchmark Weekly Poetry Reading Friday, 20 December 2024 by BenchmarkBy Benchmark

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Latest Market Trends, Inflation Update, And Bill Belichick’s New Coaching Salary 42:47

6M ago42:47

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On today’s episode of Money Matters, Wes is joined by co-host and producer Jeff Lloyd. Wes exalts his alma mater, the University of North Carolina, for hiring Bill Belichick. That leads them to discuss the rising salaries of college coaches and the rapid growth of NIL money for athletes. Next, they review the latest market trends, including a new a…

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Mars Inc. (the chocolate story) 3:50:37

6M ago3:50:37

3:50:37

M&M’s, Snickers, Milky Way, Double Mint, Ben’s Rice, Pedigree, Whiskas, VCA, Banfield… all the brands you know, owned by the company you know nothing about: Mars, Incorporated. And Mars itself is 100% owned and deeply intertwined with the Mars family, who are currently the second wealthiest (and perhaps first most secretive!) family in the United S…

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Benchmark Weekly Poetry Reading Friday, 13 December 2024 1:21

6M ago1:21

1:21

Benchmark Weekly Poetry Reading Friday, 13 December 2024 by BenchmarkBy Benchmark

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FOMO Freddy, Jim Cramer’s Pizza, and Productive Financial Strategies 33:59

6M ago33:59

33:59

Producer and Co-host Jeff Lloyd joins Wes in the studio on today’s episode. They dig into smart financial habits such as avoiding impulsive decisions and staying disciplined in investing. They examine the importance of resisting unnecessary purchases, practicing patience with investments, and avoiding the trap of "FOMO Freddy"—chasing past winners …

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Benchmark Weekly Poetry Reading Friday, 6 December 2024 1:54

7M ago1:54

1:54

Benchmark Weekly Poetry Reading Friday, 6 December 2024 by BenchmarkBy Benchmark

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Financial Freedom For Expats with Edd and Cynthia Staton 34:50

7M ago34:50

34:50

In today’s episode of Money Matters, Wes is joined by Edd and Cynthia Staton. Their retirement plans were disrupted by the 2008 Financial Crisis, leading them to create a Plan B. In 2010, they moved to Cuenca, Ecuador, where they enjoy a comfortable and affordable lifestyle. Their experience reflects a broader trend: the number of retirees receivin…