Best Brit Jones Podcasts (2026)

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65. Navigating Estate Planning: How Expats Can Avoid Unexpected Taxes | Moving to Europe with Paula Jones 50:47

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What happens if you unexpectedly inherit money from aloved one while living abroad, especially when there’s no formal estate plan in place? As an American expat, both international and US tax laws can take a significant portion of your inheritance. Losing someone is hard enough, and navigating cross-border inheritance shouldn’t make it harder. Expa…

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67. For Americans Considering a Move Outside the US: Guidance to Become an Expatriate from America | Move to Europe with Brett Andrews 52:13

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Moving abroad isn’t exclusive to retirees and 25-year-olds; many Americans from all walks of life are considering leaving the United States. Richer culture, affordable healthcare, and a higher quality of life are among the key reasons Americans are moving to Europe. In the current climate, expats need to choose a country that suits their lifestyle …

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66. Lower Taxes and Better Wine: Feel Confident About Your Decision to Move Abroad and Avoid Double Taxation | Move to Europe with Brian Dunhill 41:38

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Is it possible for American expats to build reliable, diversified financial portfolios when moving to Europe? Yes, but Americans living abroad, particularly in Europe, need to know how to navigate complex taxrules, currency considerations, and international regulations to avoid being caught off guard by sudden economic or policy changes. This episo…

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64. Investing from Abroad: How Americans Should Protect Their Assets from Overseas | Move to Europe with Katelynn Minott 49:11

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Expatriates need to manage their tax obligations effectively and avoid mismatches between tax systems that can lead to double taxation. One of the most common mistakes American expats make is investing through a Passive Foreign Investment Company (PFIC), which is taxed at the highest US tax rate, often simply because they didn’t have the proper gui…

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63. What Americans Need to Know Before Starting a New Life Abroad: Diving Deep into the Factors Americans Often Overlook | Move to Europe with Alex Ingrim and David Cantor 43:32

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Making the move successfully from the US to a country in Europe requires guidance from people who’ve lived it. From tax rules and immigration pathways to cultural fit andlong-term financial planning, the journey comes with complexities that have caught many people off guard. In this episode of We’re The Brits In America, Richard Taylor - dual UK/US…

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62. The Complexities of Having a UK Pension in the US: Navigating Pension Commencement Lump Sums | From The Trenches with James Boyle 28:58

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Many expats assume their Pension Commencement Lump Sum(PCLS) will remain tax-free when they relocate, but the US UK tax treatyleaves too much ambiguity to be certain. Therefore, what should you do with your PCLS when moving to the US as a British expat? Working with a dedicated cross-border tax advisor can help you avoid costly IRS repercussions. H…

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61. Annuities and Insurance: How British Expats Can Protect Themselves | Ask An Expert with Mark Maurer 49:59

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Understanding life insurance and annuities is essential for making informed and beneficial financial decisions when moving to America. These financial products differ significantly between the UK and the US. Decades ago, the process of getting insured in the US was much simpler, with far fewer options than there are today. In this episode of We’re …

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Suno and the AI Music Debate: Creativity, Copyright, and the Future of Sync 49:42

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In this episode of The Sync Lab Podcast, Aaron Davison and producer Gary Gray dive deep into the world of AI-generated music and the rise of Suno. Together, they share personal experiences using the platform for real songwriting and production projects, exploring how AI is reshaping the creative process from demo to master. Aaron and Gary discuss t…

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60. Bull Market or AI Bubble? How to Invest When Hype Meets Reality | From the Trenches with James Boyle 32:56

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Is the AI revolution the next dot-com boom-or the start of something even bigger? From tech valuations that seem sky-high to investors leveraging risk assets at record levels, Richard Taylor - dual U.K./U.S. citizen and Chartered Financial Planner – is joined by James Boyle – Lead Financial Planner at Plan First Wealth – explore whether this moment…

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59. Building the Right Team for Your International Move: Integrated Financial Planning for British Expats | Ask An Expert with Holly Caulder and Aidan Grant 49:52

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You need a cross-border advisory team to navigate complex international tax laws before it’s too late. Investing in pre-planning before moving to a new country is crucial to avoid financial pitfalls. This week, you’ll hear from Holly Caulder - dual-qualified U.S. and U.K. tax advisor at Buzzacott, and Aidan Grant – U.K. tax and estate planning atto…

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58. Filing Taxes as a British Expat in America: Why Professional Advice Matters | From The Trenches with James Boyle 26:32

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The consequences of filing your tax return incorrectly, even accidentally, far outweighs the immediate cost you’ll spend on professional advice. Cross-border finances can be confusing; you may be tempted to DIY your tax return, but you’re always better off speaking to a tax advisor. Host Richard Taylor - dual U.K./U.S. citizen and Chartered Financi…

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57. How To Successfully Expand Your Business Into The US: Avoid The Pitfalls And Take Full Advantage Of This Enormous Market | Ask An Expert with Allan Rooney 1:00:17

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Building a law career and finding wealth as a UK expat can feellike an impossible task. We’re speaking to an expert in the New York legalscene to uncover the secrets to breaking into American law as a British,Scottish, or Irish expat. This week, host Richard Taylor - dual UK/US citizen and Chartered Financial Planner - has a raw and honest conversa…

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56. Losing Someone is Hard and Navigating Cross-Border Inheritance Taxes Doesn’t Have to Be: How to Avoid Costly Mistakes | From The Trenches with James Boyle 38:21

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The intricacies of inheritance tax issues are probably the last thing you want to think about after losing someone. We’re making it easier to make financial arrangements for receiving an inheritance after a loved one passes away on this episode of We’re the Brits in America. Host Richard Taylor - dual UK/US citizen and Chartered Financial Planner -…

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55. Statutes of Limitations & Tax Compliance: Are You Really Ready to File? | Ask An Expert with Virginia La Torre Jeker 56:10

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"The IRS can go back over 20 years in certain instances for unfiled returns. We’re not making this stuff up,” warns Virginia La Torre Jeker, a seasoned US international tax attorney with over 40 years of experience and returning guest to the show. Virginia is a member of the New York Bar, specializing in all aspects of international tax and cross-b…

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Playing The Long Game In Sync Licensing With Brit Fox 35:30

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Brit Fox is an award-winning producer, songwriter, vocalist, and audio engineer. Rooted heavily in alternative urban music, her sounds also draw influence from pop, Latin, and R&B. She is the owner and founder of Cleveland-based Brit Fox Studios. Her work has been featured in a wide range of high-profile placements, including ABC, MTV, BET, VH1, Ne…

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54: A Story Of Good Intentions, Bad Investments, And Why Doing “Some Research” Isn’t Enough When You're Living Between Tax Systems. | From The Trenches With James Boyle 50:07

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Richard and James are back with more cautionary financial tales. Richard Taylor, founder of Plan First Wealth, recently spoke to a connection who “had done a bit of research, learned that mutual funds were a problem, hadn't learned what PFICs were, and switched out of a mutual fund into an investment trust... thinking he’d dodged the problem, but i…

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53. How The UK’s Statutory Residence Test Works, And How You Can Stay Compliant | Ask An Expert with Aidan Grant 58:08

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The UK has moved to a residency-based tax system, and the rules aren’t just complex, they’re strict. Whether you’re planning to return home full-time or just thinking about splitting your time between the US and the UK, this episode is essential listening. Richard Taylor is joined by listener favourite and raconteur Aidan Grant – a partner in the t…

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Making A Full Time Living Licensing Music With Bryn Evans 40:10

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In the latest episode of The Sync Lab, Aaron speaks with Australian based TV/Film composer, Bryn Evans. Bryn Evans is a songwriter and composer from Ngunnawal country in Australia. His music has found a home on over 100 television shows, including hit reality series MTV’s Catfish, RuPaul’s Drag Race, The Real Housewives franchise, and Keeping Up wi…

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52. A Real Doozy | From The Trenches with James Boyle 49:31

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The market has rebounded from a rough April, but that period caused significant emotional stress for both clients and advisors. In these market downturns it’s crucial to put your emotions to one side and stick to your plan. What’s happened in June? And we’re only a few days into July but so much has happened there too; Richard Taylor and James Boyl…

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51. What To Do With Your UK Pensions Once You Settle In The US: Maximise The Potential And Avoid The Landmines | Ask An Expert with Holly Caulder 49:34

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If you're an expat of means in America and you don't have a good cross-border team around you - financial, tax, and estate – there’s a high chance you’re in non-compliance. That’s especially true with UK pension holders in the US. This week’s Ask An Expert is with Holly Caulder, partner at Buzzacott. Holly specialises in planning and advice solutio…

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50. Turning Market Volatility Into Tax Savings - 50th Episode Special | From The Trenches with James Boyle 41:48

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In a year of economic whiplash, staying invested is easier said than done, particularly when the market drops 20% in ten days. But that’s when the real opportunities appear. In this special 50th episode, Richard Taylor and James Boyle are back in the trenches to reflect on client behaviour during turbulent times, the emotional traps that investors …

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49. Everything You Need To Know About Tax Compliance – From An IRS Veteran | Ask An Expert with Dan Price 43:51

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“The US system of tax reporting and FBAR reporting is exceedingly complex, and materially differs from the reporting requirements in most other countries in the Western world.” So says Dan Price, my guest on this week’s Ask An Expert show. That’s why there’s a high chance of non-compliance if you’re an expat in the US, and why you need to hear this…

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48. Mastering The Art of Doing Nothing | From The Trenches with James Boyle 34:13

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There’s a well-known fable on investing that claims that from 2003 to 2013, Fidelity conducted an internal performance review of customer performance. They wanted to see who the best investors were, so they trawled through millions of records to map returns over a decade. Who do you think was the best performing customers? Fidelity found that they …

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47. PFICs: The Number One Expat Landmine That Can Easily Be Avoided 41:01

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Are your foreign investments quietly wrecking your US tax situation? They might be. This week’s Ask An Expert show features Brian Dunhill, a seasoned financial planner based in the UK, to tackle one of the trickiest topics in expat finance: PFICs (Passive Foreign Investment Companies). Host and founder of Plan First Wealth, Richard Taylor, and foun…

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46. Trump, Tariffs, Mayhem - The Week From Investing Hell | From The Trenches with James Boyle 30:10

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"When selling feels right, that's when it's most dangerous," warns James Boyle in this week's From The Trenches. Richard Taylor sits down with James to look at one of the most turbulent weeks in the market in recent history. The S&P 500 took a massive 12% dive over four days, stirring up investor panic similar to past financial crises. This panic o…

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Trailer: What Can You Expect From We're The Brits In America? 2:09

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We’re The Brits In America is a Plan First Wealth podcast dedicated to helping ambitious expatriates and 1st generation immigrants THRIVE in America, hosted by Richard Taylor, founder of Plan First Wealth. We work with successful expatriates, immigrants and internationally-minded Americans living across the US to make the most of their opportunity …

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45. Leaving the USA: Relinquishing Green Card / Renouncing US Citizenship - Beware The Exit Tax | Ask an Expert with Virginia La Torre Jeker, J.D. 1:02:39

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Many green card holders mistakenly believe they are no longer liable for US taxes after expiration. Properly relinquishing a green card requires completing Form I-407. If this is news to you (or you’ve never heard of this form) then you better listen to this week’s Ask An Expert. Richard Taylor is joined once again by Virginia La Torre Jeker, a mem…

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44. Retirement Strategies Amid S&P 500 Fluctuations: What Are Your Options? | From The Trenches with Richard Taylor and James Boyle 46:49

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You might already have missed the market bounce-back. That’s the warning from Richard Taylor and James Boyle in this From The Trenches episode of We're the Brits in America, where they break down the latest market movements and what they mean for investors and, in particular, expats. With a mix of market updates and personal insights, they explore …

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43. UK Domicile & Tax Changes: What You Need to Know About the Changes to Worldwide Assets 49:34

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There are tax changes coming in the UK - new rules replacing the domicile system with a tax residency-based system. This could affect your inheritance tax exposure, among others if you’ve been out of the UK for over 10 years. To find out what it all means, Richard Taylor welcomes back Aidan Grant, a partner specialising in Tax and Trust Estates Pla…

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42. Bubbles, Tariffs & General Chaos | From The Trenches with James Boyle 41:58

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The ‘Magnificent Seven’ (that’s Alphabet, NVIDIA, Amazon and the rest of the tech giants) currently make up over a third of the entire S&P 500. This is a problem for long-term investors because – as we saw when Chinese GPT DeepSeek got released in January – billions can be wiped off their valuation overnight. Are they overvalued as it is? To discus…

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Circa Waves 'Young Chasers' with Kieran Shudall 23:31

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Circa Waves may have a brand new album out... but this podcast is going retro. 'Death and Love Pt1' is out now but for this episode of the XS Long Player we are going back to 2015 and the release of the debut 'Young Chasers'. We'll hear about the best and weirdest day of the bands life when they got their first radio play, how Kieran went from bedr…

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41. Finding Peace in Uncertainty: What Two Cancer Diagnoses Taught Keith Hunt | Always An Expat 42:06

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In the UK, the five-year survival rate for pancreatic cancer is 7.3%. In the US, it’s 13%. This is a very special episode of Always An Expat, and a slight departure from the usual format, but it’s an important story to tell. Keith Hunt, a Scottish-born geophysicist, was working for Shell when, in 2022, he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. It wa…

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40. Welcome the Wobble | From The Trenches with James Boyle 43:08

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Market pullbacks are necessary for long-term health. But what’s the best way to deal with them? Discussing it are James Boyle and Richard Taylor, back for another episode of the podcast. ‘I welcome a wobble right now’ says Richard. Find out why, plus much more, in this week’s From The Trenches. You’ll hear discussion on the dangers of performance c…

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39. There Are SEVERE Penalties for Tax Non-Compliance. Here’s How to Avoid Them | Ask An Expert with Ishali Patel 39:32

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An accountant moves to the US in the 1980s with a portfolio of non-U.S. mutual funds (classified as PFICs under US tax law). Decades later and the portfolio has grown significantly, but is never reported under the US PFIC rules. Assuming it was taxed like a standard investment, the accountant has blindly walked into an 80% penalty, lost to taxes an…

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38. Hope Springs Eternal - 2024 in Review | From The Trenches with James Boyle 50:45

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2024 was a year of volatility. Despite this, the S&P 500 finished the year 28% up – that’s on top of a 70% gain from the 2022 low. As always, the learning from this is that you just need to stay invested. Nobody knows what 2025 has in store but avoiding attempts to time the market will save you a lot of headache. To speculate on 2025 and wrap up th…

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Hard Fi 'Stars Of CCTV' with Richard Archer and Steve Kemp 39:05

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Stains 2004 and Rich, Steve, Kai and Ross (Aka Hard-Fi) are holed up in a nicotine stained, disused cab office making their debut album. An album that went on to sell over a million copies world-wide and receive a nomination for a Mercury Music Prize. This episode of the XS Long Player tells the story of that albums creation, the journey the band t…

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37. IRS Penalty Abatement: How Reasonable Cause Works | Ask An Expert with Virginia La Torre Jeker 51:21

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You don’t want to be arguing with the IRS. But, if it comes to it, there are some defences. One is reasonable cause. For cross-border financial and tax obligations, it’s important to know it. Richard Taylor asks an expert for their take on this. The expert is Virginia Jeker, a seasoned U.S. international tax attorney, and she talks about what it ta…

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The Mental Game Of Mixing 29:49

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In the latest episode of The Sync Lab, Award winning producer Gary Gray discusses what he calls "The Mental Game Of Mixing". To attend the free webinar with Gary Gray called "The Mental Game Of Mixing" on Saturday, 12.14 at 10 AM Pacific, register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1417337065654/WN_LDaN3h8hTwaI4QuLAiuMIg Visit The Sync …

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A Tribute To Quincy Jones 54:39

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In the latest episode of The Sync Lab, Aaron Davison and Gary Gray pay homage to the late Quincy Jones. Gary was friends with Quincy and in this episode, Gary shares several personal stories about Quincy as they discuss Quincy's legacy and the mark he made on the music industry. Don't miss this special tribute to a true music industry icon.…

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36. Retiring in America: What You Need to Know About Healthcare | Ask An Expert with Misty Kimbrough 45:27

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For Brits moving to America, there’s a rude awakening when it comes to healthcare. The NHS, with its free and universal coverage, might not be perfect, but it spares you from the endless choices, staggering costs, and fine print that define the U.S. system. Here, every doctor’s visit, every test, every prescription comes with a price - and for many…

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Stereo MCs 'Connected' with Rob Birch 32:08

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"Era-Defining" is one word (well, two words) to describe the album featuring on today's XS Long Player Podcast as Jim goes back to 1992 to talk about Stereo MC's iconic thrid album 'Connected'. Rob Birch talks about how their work changed with the onset of the 'Sample Wars', being Mercury Music Prize nominated alongside Suede and New Order and what…

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35. Decisions, Dollars and Domicile: How US Elections and UK Tax Shifts Impact Expats | From The Trenches with James Boyle 37:15

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It’s been a busy couple of weeks of high-stakes decisions and shifting landscapes. Richard and James jump right back into the trenches in the aftermath of the U.S. election, reflecting on the decisive results and how stability, even if brief, has brought some clarity to markets and investors alike. From here, they pivot to the UK budget shake-up, a…

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The Enemy 'We'll Live And Die In These Towns' with Tom Clarke. 30:03

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We are back in debut album territory with The Enemy's 'We'll Live And DIe In These Towns' on this episode of the XS Long Player as Jim Salveson is joined by the Coventry band's frontman Tom Clarke. We get all the stories behind the making of this 2007 classic including how a midnight drive to Scotland focused the bands mind, how Tom saw it as a cle…

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34. How FX Brokers Help You Avoid Thousands In Fees | Ask An Expert with David Nixon 45:31

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Transferring large amounts of money overseas can incur significantly large fees, if you go through the banks. FX brokers offer faster transactions, better fees and higher security. So how do they do it? And how much is there to be saved? This week for Ask An Expert, Richard is joined by FX broker David Nixon, Senior Partnerships Manager at Currenci…

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How To Produce Vocals For Sync Licensing 1:18:49

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In the latest episode of The Sync Lab, Aaron and Gary discuss: 1. The importance of conveying emotion and exaggerating when recording vocals 2. Technical aspects like avoiding latency issues 3. Setting proper input levels to avoid distortion 4. Focusing on timing, tuning, and volume consistency in vocal takes 5. Using the LCR (Left-Center-Right) me…

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33. Don't Just Do Something, Stand There | From The Trenches with James Boyle 37:26

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The S&P 500 recently closed at 5,750, up 20% year-to-date and in defiance of gloomy predictions of a recession late last year. The market is up 60% since the closing low in October 2022. The September jobs report showed 254,000 net new jobs, exceeding expectations and demonstrating continued strength in the labor market, despite slight softening in…

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The Impact Of AI On The Music Industry 1:35:45

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In the first official Sync Lab podcast, Aaron and Gary speak with a panel of guests, including supervisor Pamela Liptak, filmmaker Matt Deskiewicz and composer David Fogel, about a wide range of topics, with an emphasis on AI and the impact AI is having on the sync licensing industry and music business in general.…

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#1 Billboard Charting Producer Gary Gray 1:01:16

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In my latest podcast, I chat with award-winning producer Gary Gray. Gary and I have collaborated extensively in the past on various music projects for sync licensing and created multiple courses together related to sync licensing and music production. Gary and I are excited to announce our new podcast and website, The Sync Lab. In this episode, we …

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Jet 'Get Born' with Nic Cester 22:17

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It's been a while but it's time to get back on the classic album train and delve into the debut album from Aussie band 'Je't as Nic Cester joins Jim Salveson on the XS Long Player! On this episode you'll hear about the early days (and early names) of the band, being thrust into the chaos of LA to record the debut and encountering "the worst Kiss tr…

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32. Swapping Notes With An Aussie Financial Planner | From The Trenches with GFPI Founder Ashley Murphy 59:14

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“I don't want a valuable life lesson, I just want an ice cream.” Those are the immortal words spoken by Bluey, beloved Blue Heeler puppy from Australia. We can all relate, but when it comes to Australian/American cross-border financial planning, a life lesson might be what you need. You can have an ice cream afterwards. To deliver the lesson, Richa…