Best J Christopher Boyd Podcasts (2025)

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IRA Beneficiaries: Who Inherits What and When? 27:01

1h ago27:01

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IRA Beneficiaries: Who Inherits What and When? – Just back from the Ed Slott Conference, Chris Boyd shares his in-depth commentary on how the Secure Act changed rules for distributing assets from an inherited IRA. Chris is joined by co-host Jeff Perry as they explore the sometimes confusing and technical rules of the three distinct categories of IR…

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Paloma Faith (The Glorification Of Sadness / MILF book) • Friday Rewind 1:11:32

19m ago1:11:32

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emocleW, emocleW, emocleW to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This is your bonus FRIDAY REWIND episode! Today, we catch up with Paloma Faith, originally episode 184 from 2018-01-17. Original writeup below: ––––––––––––––––––––––––– A long, long overdue guest on the podcast, as Pip has been pals with Paloma for a good decade or so …

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Simone Kirby: putting County Clare on the big and small screen map (Kneecap / Peaky Blinders / Calm With Horses) #619 1:02:43

19m ago1:02:43

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Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This week Pip is joined by absolute Irish acting royalty SIMONE KIRBY! A rare treat here with the wonderful Simone catching up and checking in with Pip, in a celebration of so much of what makes the performances we see what they are. Simone's been putting in work on the…

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Mail Bag; Expenses in retirement, caring for your estate, 49 and no retirement savings 35:24

5h ago35:24

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Mail Bag – Jeff Perry and Russ Ball dig into the Team AMR Mail Bag and answer questions from listeners. Included in this episode are, “I have read that my household expenses will go down when I retire, but I don’t understand why.” “I know that I need a Will, but don’t know who in my family I should choose to take care of my estate. Who should be my…

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College Planning 33:22

3d ago33:22

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College Planning – As it is the time of year for high school and college graduations, Jeff Perry and Russ Ball discuss a wide variety of topics regarding planning for college. The conversation begins with the use of 529’s as the foundation for most families to save for future educational expenses. Jeff outlines the basics of how a 529 plan operates…

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Charlie Brooker (Black Mirror) • Friday Rewind 44:13

4d ago44:13

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emocleW, emocleW, emocleW to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This is your bonus FRIDAY REWIND episode! Today, we catch up with Charlie Brooker, originally episode 275 from 2019-06-26. Original writeup below: ––––––––––––––––––––––––– …but don’t by any means think that Black Mirror is a one man show, as Charlie himself will ensure…

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Goldie Lookin Chain: straight outta Newport (Guns Don't Kill People, Rappers Do) #618 59:22

6d ago59:22

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Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This week Pip is joined by RHYS & EGGSY of GOLDIE LOOKIN CHAIN! Pip is joined by 2 remaining members of the Newport rap crew whose classic jam "Guns Don't Kill People (Rappers Do)" will surely be in your mind already... If you're unfamiliar, that would be a really good …

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BUFFETT! 41:26

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BUFFETT! – With the recent retirement announcement from Warren Buffett, Chris Boyd, Jeff Perry, and Brian Regan reflect on the amazing life and the many financial lessons of Warren Buffett. Brian leads the conversation with a brief biographical summary of Buffett’s early years and reflections of how Buffett influenced his views on investing. Jeff w…

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Yellin & the News 53:33

10d ago53:33

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Yellin & the News – After attending the CFA Society of Boston Annual Market Dinner, Chris Boyd offers his thoughts from Janet Yellen’s keynote speech. Chris reviews Yellen’s negative views on broad-based tariffs and other policies of President Trump. Jeff Perry joins the conversation as it shifts to other items in the news including more on tariffs…

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Will Ospreay (professional wrestling royalty) • Friday Rewind 1:11:21

11d ago1:11:21

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emocleW, emocleW, emocleW to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This is your bonus FRIDAY REWIND episode! Today, we catch up with Will Ospreay, originally episode 98 from 2016-05-17. Original writeup below: ––––––––––––––––––––––––– You are cordially welcomed, and tripley so, as we tiptoe ever closer to the Distraction Pieces milest…

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Failing In Plain Sight (a solo Pip update) #617 1:02:47

13d ago1:02:47

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Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This week Pip catches you up on what's been developing in his section of the film making world. Saying 'Pip catches you up" is a very broad sweep of an expression actually. If you follow Pip on socials and have been charting the moves in his making of 'Area Of Oustandin…

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Raising a financially literate child 34:43

14d ago34:43

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Raising a financially literate child – Jeff Perry and Russ Ball offer suggestions and commentary about positive way to pass on personal finance lessons and values to your children through various stages of development. Jeff & Russ discuss the importance of positive role modeling (or at least not negative), explaining the three purposes of money, us…

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Annual reviews and why you need one 32:10

17d ago32:10

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Annual reviews and why you need one – You have probably heard all the reasons why you need a comprehensive financial plan. In this episode Jeff Perry and Russ Ball discuss why it is critical to review your plan at least annually. Topics covered include responding to life changes, investment objectives, time horizons, liquidity needs, risk tolerance…

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Mary J. Blige (What's The 411? / The Umbrella Academy / Queen of Hip Hop Soul) • Friday Rewind 44:38

18d ago44:38

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emocleW, emocleW, emocleW to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This is your bonus FRIDAY REWIND episode! Today, we catch up with Mary J. Blige, originally episode 252 from 2019-02-13. Original writeup below: ––––––––––––––––––––––––– “…When you give your all, you win…” Absolute solid gold crown wearing greatness for you here, as Pi…

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Grace Neutral: transcending the tattoo universe with inclusivity and safety (Femme Fatale Tattoo) #616 1:22:13

20d ago1:22:13

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Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This week Pip is joined by GRACE NEUTRAL, founder of FEMME FATALE TATTOO! Of course, as with all intros, it is impossible to sum up Grace by a role or a title. Grace is also a force of energy and natural spring of positivity in the wide world of the tattoo, as you will …

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Mr. Market is both charming and bipolar 33:12

21d ago33:12

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Mr. Market is both charming and bipolar – With all the recent volatility in the stock market, Jeff Perry and Russ Ball discuss a recent article published in BottomLine magazine which highlights the investing lessons from Benjamim Graham, who authored “The Intelligent Investor” in 1949. Jeff & Russ outline the lessons from Mr. Graham who describes “…

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Federal Employees: Retirement & Layoffs 34:27

29d ago34:27

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Federal Employees: Retirement & Layoffs - Planning during DOGE – with Brian Kuhn, CFP – With all the recent news stories concerning workforce reduction and changes that Federal employees may be facing, Chris Boyd welcomes fellow Wealth Enhancement Certified Financial Planner Brian Kuhn to the podcast. Brian provides an overview of the retirement sy…

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Alan Moore (Swamp Thing / V For Vendetta / Watchmen) • Friday Rewind 1:30:18

25d ago1:30:18

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emocleW, emocleW, emocleW to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This is your bonus FRIDAY REWIND episode! Today, we catch up with Alan Moore, originally episode 3 from 2014-10-29. A huge episode in the Distraction Pieces canon, as Pip caught up with Alan - at time of publishing - over a decade ago in Alan's house. It was the early d…

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Climate activist ROSIE HAMPTON (Climate Solutions For Realists miniseries Part 4) #615 55:30

27d ago55:30

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Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This is part 4 of an April-long miniseries curated by Pip entitled 'Climate Solutions For Realists'. Our fourth guest is climate activist ROSIE HAMPTON. Hopefully by now, if you've caught all four of the episodes in this miniseries (which will have slotted in seamlessly…

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What's the Buzz? Recent Lessons 28:57

1M ago28:57

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What's the Buzz? Recent Lessons – Chris Boyd, Jeff Perry, and Russ Ball discuss the economic and market news of the week, including the continued stock market volatility, tariffs, the Federal Reserve, unemployment data, consumer sentiment, and inflation. The trio outlines why having a financial plan is so critical in uncertain times. The conversati…

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Do I need to know about NUAs? 30:48

1M ago30:48

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Do I need to know about NUAs? - Andy Ives, CFP®, AIF® from Ed Slott and Company joins Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry for an interesting conversation about Net Unrealized Appreciation (“NUA”). NUAs are a powerful tool for people having employer stock in company plans. The discussion digs into how the gains from an employer stock program can be distribute…

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John Cooper Clarke (The Bard Of Salford / The Luckiest Guy Alive / Chickentown) • Friday Rewind 58:00

1M ago58:00

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emocleW, emocleW, emocleW to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This is your bonus FRIDAY REWIND episode! Today, we catch up with John Cooper Clarke, originally episode 240 from 2018-11-21. Original writeup below! ––––––––––––––––––––––––– “If I was a band I would have split up years ago…” Hopefully you are aware of the fellow and h…

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Greenpeace CEO AREEBA HAMID (Climate Solutions For Realists miniseries Part 3) #614 46:12

1M ago46:12

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Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This is part 3 of an April-long miniseries curated by Pip entitled 'Climate Solutions For Realists'. Our third guest is Greenpeace CEO AREEBA HAMID. A really great chance to hear from someone who could not be more involved with Greenpeace, in a capacity which has Areeba…

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GO SOMEWHERE - Colin Stroud 38:19

1M ago38:19

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GO SOMEWHERE - Colin Stroud – Travel expert and advisor on how to best use your credit card points and airline miles Colin Stroud joins the AMR Team for a highly informative and entertaining travel related episode. In this episode you will learn more about why flexible bank cards are a favorite, should you use one credit card or many cards to earn …

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What A Week! So, Is It Over? 43:45

1M ago43:45

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What A Week! So, Is It Over? – With seemingly endless announcements on tariffs and the related stock market volatility, Chris Boyd, Jeff Perry, and Brian Regan discuss what a wise investor should do in the midst of the uncertainty. Chris and Jeff attempt to summarize the recent developments of President Trump’s tariff policy. Chris plays a clip fro…

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Sofia Boutella (Rebel Moon / Cimax / Kingsman) • Friday Rewind 1:12:33

1M ago1:12:33

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emocleW, emocleW, emocleW to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This is your bonus FRIDAY REWIND episode! Today, we catch up with Sofia Boutella, originally episode 153 from 2017-05-31. A great catchup to - at time of typing - like 8 years ago, when Pip and Sofia met up in LA for this really nice conversation. A great time capsule t…

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Climate journalist DAISY DUNNE (Climate Solutions For Realists miniseries Part 2) #613 50:23

1M ago50:23

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Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This is part 2 of an April-long miniseries curated by Pip entitled 'Climate Solutions For Realists'. Our second guest is climate journalist DAISY DUNNE. A really fascinating and inspiring chat here with Pip and Daisy, following on from last week's episode with James Ske…

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Tariffs and how they relate to an estate planning checkup 50:01

2M ago50:01

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Attorney Keats Boyd joins Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry for a lively conversation on the recent tariff policies of the Trump administration and how they could relate to your estate planning. In addition to tariffs, estate planning topics discussed include the “Golden Funnel,” multi- generational wealth, estate taxes, income taxes, using a LLC for your …

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New Trump Tariffs and the Stock Market 33:38

2M ago33:38

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Chris Boyd, Jeff Perry, and Russ Ball discuss the breaking news of the new tariffs known as “Liberation Day” imposed by President Trump. With the increased market volatility created by the Trump tariff announcement, Chris, Jeff, and Russ discuss whether it is time to reduce exposure in the stock market or is it time to add funds while the market is…

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Mike Skinner (The Streets / The Beats Recordings / The DOT) • Friday Rewind 1:16:40

2M ago1:16:40

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emocleW, emocleW, emocleW to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This is your bonus FRIDAY REWIND episode! Today, we catch up with Mike Skinner, originally episode 20 from 2015-02-25. Mike and Pip caught up - at time of typing - over a decade ago (!) to check in on all things Streets, music, labels, life, the whole thing. A wide rang…

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Just Stop Oil's JAMES SKEET (Climate Solutions For Realists miniseries Part 1) #612 53:50

2M ago53:50

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Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This is part 1 of an April-long miniseries curated by Pip entitled 'Climate Solutions For Realists'. Our first guest is JAMES SKEET of JUST STOP OIL. You likely had an instant reaction when you saw 'Just Stop Oil'. You may have also felt something when you saw the name …

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What to do when a parent dies? 37:39

2M ago37:39

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Losing your parent is a profound event. While one will certainly suffer the emotional impacts, there are also important financial actions to take immediately. Protecting your parents’ legacy by managing their finances after their death is one of the most critical ways to honor their legacy. Chris Boyd, Jeff Perry, and Russ Ball discuss this sensiti…

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Recession? 37:26

2M ago37:26

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Recession? – Chris Boyd welcomes Jeff Perry and Brian Regan for an in-depth discussion whether the US economy is heading into a recession. Chris begins the conversation with a detailed explanation of the definition of a recession, which may not be as simple as it seems. The trio reviews recent related economic news, including the potential impact o…

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Martin Freeman (The Office/ The Hobbit / Fargo) • Friday Rewind 31:41

2M ago31:41

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emocleW, emocleW, emocleW to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This is your bonus FRIDAY REWIND episode! Today, we catch up with Martin Freeman, originally episode 208 from 2018-05-30. Original writeup below! ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– From those younger, earlier days where we first met Martin in his classic role…

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Alex Horne: a cosy broadcast from the Taskmaster caravan (Taskmaster / The Horne Section / No More Jockeys) #611 1:11:35

2M ago1:11:35

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Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This week Pip is joined by ALEX HORNE of TASKMASTER & THE HORNE SECTION! Looking back over Alex's previous appearance on Distraction Pieces, all those years ago back in 2017, it looks like this encore meetup happens in exactly the same way - in the caravan, under a revo…

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Social Security: To start or not to start, that is the question 29:40

2M ago29:40

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Social Security: To start or not to start, that is the question! – Deciding when to claim your Social Security benefits might appear to be a simple decision, but making the wrong decision can have a significant impact on your financial plan and your income taxes. Chris Boyd, Jeff Perry, and Russ Ball have an in-depth discussion and respond to the c…

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Donor Advised Funds 29:32

2M ago29:32

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Donor Advised Funds – If you are charitably inclined, you are likely interested in maximizing your contribution to your favorite organizations while realizing the largest potential tax reduction. Chris Boyd, Jeff Perry, and Russ Ball dig into the benefits of using a Donor Advised Fund to help with your charitable giving with a flexible strategy tha…

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Kathy Burke (Where There's A Will There's A Wake / Blitz / Nil By Mouth) • Friday Rewind 1:24:48

2M ago1:24:48

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emocleW, emocleW, emocleW to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This is your bonus FRIDAY REWIND episode! Today, we catch up with Kathy Burke, originally episode 96 from 2016-05-03. Original writeup below! ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Such a nice chat with Pip and Kathy, as we get to join and listen in on all aspect…

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Joe Talbot (Idles): fighting the good fight, but peacefully #610 1:08:28

2M ago1:08:28

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Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This week Pip is joined by JOE TALBOT of IDLES for an encore episode! An in person episode for this follow up appearance, as the first time round was a Zoom-er in the heat of the lockdown times. So much has changed, for the band, for Joe himself, and the world on the wh…

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5 signs it is time to retire 37:18

2M ago37:18

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5 signs it is time to retire – Retirement means different things to different people. Some people have been planning and preparing for years with a clear retirement date in mind. For others, it is less etched in stone. But either way, if you are thinking about retiring anytime soon, there are signs to consider. Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry review a re…

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It has been 5 years 35:58

2M ago35:58

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With this week marking five years since Covid related shutdowns, Chris Boyd, Jeff Perry, and Russ Ball begin this episode with reminiscing of where they were five years ago and sharing the related personal and financial lessons. The trio explores the similarities of current stock market movements with the recent tariff policy to the uncertainty cau…

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Robert Sheehan (The Umbrella Academy / Young Offenders / Mortal Engines) • Friday Rewind 1:04:51

2M ago1:04:51

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emocleW, emocleW, emocleW to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This is your bonus FRIDAY REWIND episode! Today, we catch up with Robert Sheehan, originally episode 128 from 2016-12-17. Original writeup below! ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– As ever it's a heavyweight slammer of an episode as this week's guest of honou…

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Kate Nash & Maedb Joy: sex work is work, and not exclusive to artistry #609 1:23:47

2M ago1:23:47

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Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This week Pip is joined by two very special guests - musician and actor KATE NASH and multi-discipline performer and activist MAEDB JOY! An absolutely crucial episode at any given moment, but especially poignant now with things as they are. This description will of cour…

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Tax Time 39:28

3M ago39:28

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Being in the heart of income tax time, Chris Boyd, Jeff Perry, and Russ Ball remind listeners of key upcoming filing dates and related retirement account contribution limits. Jeff and Russ discuss the differences between traditional IRAs and Roth IRAs. Chris explains the use of a “back door” Roth IRA and Roth conversions. Chris also advises listene…

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Markets and Tariffs 42:34

3M ago42:34

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With all the market volatility related to tariffs, Chris Boyd invites Senior Portfolio Manager Brian Regan on the podcast. Also joining the episode is Jeff Perry and Russ Ball. Chris and Jeff open the show with a summary of the latest tariff moves by President Trump as well as commentary why tariffs can be an effective or harmful tool in political …

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Cosmo Jarvis (Shogun / Calm With Horses / Lady Macbeth) • Friday Rewind 57:34

2M ago57:34

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emocleW, emocleW, emocleW to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This is your bonus FRIDAY REWIND episode! Today, we catch up with Cosmo Jarvis, originally episode 316 from 2020-03-11. Original writeup below! ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Following on perfectly from last week’s episode with Niamh Algar, in that she an…

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John Robins: the many moods of podcasting, mental health, and Wordle (Elis & John / How Do You Cope / Howl) #608 1:14:55

3M ago1:14:55

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Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This week Pip is joined by comic and podcaster and friend to us all, JOHN ROBINS! A naturally evolving podcast which goes from subject to subject while remaining focused and sober at all times. It's almost as if the two people being recorded are podcast professionals. W…

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Navigating aging care with Back Nine Nurses 35:07

3M ago35:07

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The founders of Back Nine Nurses, Deborah O’Kelly and Kristen Hyde join Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry for an in-depth conversation about how they are responding to the growing needs of senior citizens and their families for trusted, personalized, and compassionate navigation during times of transition and uncertainty related to aging. Topics include ho…

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Married Women Need to Pay Attention 38:09

3M ago38:09

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Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry welcome Dr.Laura Mattia to the podcast. The conversation focuses on the premise that while money is not the key to happiness, using it wisely can help us pursue our dreams, elevate our status, gain independence, and contribute to meaningful change in the world. The trio digs into why many married women are not involved in …

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Florence Pugh (We Live In Time / Midsommar / Don't Worry Darling) • Friday Rewind 1:14:49

3M ago1:14:49

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emocleW, emocleW, emocleW to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This is your bonus FRIDAY REWIND episode! Today, we catch up with Florence Pugh, originally episode 188 from 2018-02-07. Original writeup below! ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– A powerful conversation, full of energy and positivity and just pure satisfying…

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