The Rational Reminder Podcast
Episodes
The Authority Speaks: A Complete Guide to Investing and Retirement with Larry Swedroe (EP.30)
23 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by a friend, hero, and a legend in the field fact based investing. Larry Swedroe is here to discuss his latest book, some of the t...
Clearing Up the Holiday Back-Up: Podcast Housekeeping and Round Up (EP.29)
17 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to The Rational Reminder Podcast! Today we are riding solo with no guests and just going over some recent developments, in-house news, an...
Staying Ahead of the Curve: The History of Dimensional Fund Advisors (EP.28)
09 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the podcast we are very excited to welcome Brad Steiman who is the Canadian Head of Financial Advisor Services for Dimensional! This is an ep...
Evidence Based Investing: Changing the Minds of Advisors and Investors with Robin Powell (EP.27)
02 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Rational Reminder Podcast we welcome Robin Powell. Robin is a journalist and content creator who has dedicated the more recent ...
Embracing Uncertainty: Planning Ahead and Taking On the Risk with Big Bang Theory Writer, David Goetsch (EP.26)
26 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this holiday edition of the Rational Reminder Podcast. Today on the show we have a special treat for you. A little while back, Cameron made...
The Year End Round Up: Recapping Recent Market Performance (EP.25)
20 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast we are starting to wrap things up for the year, doing some house keeping and looking back at recent trends in the market. Fir...
Evidence: What To Follow And What Not To Follow (EP.24)
13 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to The Rational Reminder Podcast. Today, Benjamin is getting the factor fill off his chest. We are diving into a range of topics and we a...
The Basic Rules of Purchasing Insurance: What, Why, When and How Much! (EP.23)
06 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to The Rational Reminder Podcast. Today we are joined by Glenn Cooke. Glenn is a fixture on the personal finance Canada sub-Reddit and sp...
The Yield Curve Is Not Out To Get You
06 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this bonus episode we briefly talk about the yield curve, and why it's probably not going to hurt you. With special guest Robert Little, Wealth Man...
Transformational Decision Making: Building A Company, Defining Success, and Finding Happiness (EP.22)
29 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to The Rational Reminder Podcast. Today we are joined by Daniel Weinand. Daniel is the cofounder of Shopify, which is a company based in ...
Buying or Leasing: Weighing the Costs of Real Estate Choices (EP.21)
22 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to The Rational Reminder Podcast. Today's episode is focused on the question of investing in real estate. It is still a common conundrum ...
The Cost of Financial Advice: Should You Pay For It and If You Do, How Much Should You Pay For It? (EP.20)
15 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The Rational Reminder Podcast. On today's episode we are going to roll out our new format for the show. We ended off our previous show form...
Decision Making: Mental Models, Knowing Your Variables, and Achieving Positive Outcomes With Shane Parrish (EP.19)
07 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of the Rational Reminder Podcast. Our guest today is Shane Parrish. Shane runs the Farnam Street Blog, which has to be...
A Passion for Ottawa: Running, Luck, and the Ovarian Lottery with Mark Sutcliffe. (EP.18)
01 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of the Rational Reminder Podcast. Our guest today is a great friend and associate, Mark Sutcliffe! Mark is a well know...
Evidence Based Investing: Sticking to Science When It Comes To Your Money (EP.17)
26 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Rational Reminder Podcast everybody! Today on the show we welcome a good friend and someone who has had a massive influence on our live...
MARKET VOLATILITY (EP.16)
17 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 16 of the Rational Reminder Podcast we talked about the following: How bad was last week's market volatility? Should you make changes to y...
DIMENSIONAL ADVANCED CONFERENCE 2018 (EP.15)
15 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 15 of the Rational Reminder Podcast we recapped our time at the Dimensional Fund Advisors advanced conference. We recapped the following: ...
AN INSIDE LOOK AT CANADIAN CONSUMER DEBT (EP.14)
11 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 14 of the Rational Reminder podcast we were joined by Martin Parizeau, a retired banking executive with extensive knowledge of Canadian con...
UNAFFORDABLE HOUSING (EP.13)
02 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 13 of the Rational Reminder podcast we discussed the following: Getting into the DFA advanced conference Cancelling whole life insuranc...
LIVING THROUGH THE FINANCIAL CRISIS (EP.12)
28 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 12 of the Rational Reminder podcast we were joined by Doug McKenzie, an executive at a large US financial institution, and a PWL client. We...
SIMPLE vs. COMPLEX WITH ROBB ENGEN (EP.11)
24 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 11 of the Rational Reminder podcast we discussed the following: Are DIY investors responsible for their actions? Starting a blog Switch...
KEEP THE DEFERRED SALES CHARGE, MORE FOR US (EP.10)
17 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 10 of the Rational Reminder podcast we discussed the following: Grass fed beef The benefits of independence The Ontario government want...
DIMENSIONAL'S BIG FLAW (EP.9)
10 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 9 of the Rational Reminder podcast we discussed the following: Being a poor grad student Budgeting Stuff does not make you happy Mental ov...
SELL EVERYTHING! (EP.8)
05 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 8 of the Rational Reminder podcast we discussed the following: Fidelity's 0% MER index funds are already at $1 billion When costs are 0%, ...
BUYING WEED (EP.7)
28 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 7 of the Rational Reminder podcast we discussed the following: Ottawa home prices The longest bull market in history What goes up does not...
ASSET LOCATION (EP.6)
17 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 6 of the Rational Reminder podcast we discussed the following: Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! Wealthsimple's new no-commission tradin...
RETHINKING MORTGAGE DEBT (EP.5)
14 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 5 of the Rational Reminder podcast we discussed the following: Checking your credit Optimizing your credit score Investing vs. paying off ...
THE RACE TO 0% (EP.4)
08 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
After a successful launch, the podcast will live on! Thanks for the support and feedback. In Episode 4 of the Rational Reminder podcast we discussed t...
AMAZON EATING THE STOCK MARKET (EP.3)
03 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 3 of the Rational Reminder podcast we discussed the following: Should you lease or buy your vehicle? How are the new mortgage stress te...
THE CHEAPEST ADVICE PROBABLY ISN'T THE BEST (EP.1)
02 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In our first ever episode of the Rational Reminder podcast we discussed the following: The purpose of the podcast How we invest DFA Factor investing ...
INDEXING IS HERE TO STAY (EP.2)
02 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 2 of the Rational Reminder podcast we discussed the following: The underperformance of value stocks Are we in a Winner Take All market?...