Latest Discretion Podcast Episodes
Episode 46: Josh Buys a House | Housing Market Insights
Barenaked Money - May 13, 2022 16:26 - 20 minutesIn this episode we are stepping back from the deeply deeply technical, and getting into something that's meaningful for many families in Canada today. We delving into the current state of the housing market, and what a home purchase may mean for your family given recent changes in the in...
Episode 45: Revenge of the Nerds | Deep Diving Pt 2
Barenaked Money - May 06, 2022 13:45 - 44 minutesIt's Part 2 of Revenge of the Nerds where our guys delve into the depths of some of the more technical aspects of what we do for our clients. You've been warned.
Episode 44: Revenge of the Nerds | Deep Diving Pt 1
Barenaked Money - April 26, 2022 19:42 - 33 minutesIn this episode, Colin & Josh respond to listener requests to provide some super technical and detailed content. We're not sure who made this request. It could be a test to see if the guys really know their stuff (spoiler: they do), or it could have been Josh sending emails from an anony...
Episode 43: Avoiding the Family Feud | Part 2
Barenaked Money - April 01, 2022 14:06 - 29 minutesContinuing from Part 1 last week, we're still talking about intergenerational wealth transfer. And we're thrilled to remind you we're joined again by guest star and long-time friend of WLWP. Brent Vandermeer is a Portfolio Manager at Crosspoint Financial | iA Private Wealth in Ottawa. ...
Episode 42: Avoiding the Family Feud | Part 1
Barenaked Money - March 25, 2022 17:09 - 31 minutesThis week we welcome a very special guest, and long-time friend of WLWP. Brent Vandermeer is a Portfolio Manager at Crosspoint Financial | iA Private Wealth in Ottawa. Colin & Brent are doing a deep dive into the subject of estate planning. In Part 1, we're talking about intergenerationa...
Episode 41: Hoping for Peace | Conflict in Ukraine
Barenaked Money - March 10, 2022 15:46 - 29 minutesThe conflict in Ukraine. It has captured the hearts and minds of all of us. Unfortunately, on top of the very real humanitarian crisis, there are practical concerns that, in our responsibility to our clients, we have to talk about. Hopefully, this conversation with Colin & Josh will remi...
Episode 40: Market Update Webinar
Barenaked Money - February 28, 2022 13:22 - 59 minutesYou are undoubtedly taking in current events. Inflation, interest rates and Ukraine are probably all on your mind. Along with concerns of a purely human perspective, you may be worried about how this will impact your investments and financial goals. Although the situation may feel ‘unpr...
Episode 39: Don't Be Too Sure | Remembering Nortel
Barenaked Money - February 11, 2022 18:28 - 30 minutesWe're taking a walk back in time to cover some of those moments when people were really really sure about something to see how that all played out for them. This time we're talking about Nortel which, as it turns out, is a bit player in Josh's origin story!
Episode 38: Current Events | It's a Little Spicy Out There
Barenaked Money - February 07, 2022 14:02 - 31 minutesIt's been a spicy start to 2022. Josh & Colin are going to talk about some current events, what's been happening in the markets, and address some of the headlines that might be keeping you up at night.
Episode 38: Buying a 2nd Property | AKA the episode with all the dislaimers
Barenaked Money - January 31, 2022 17:19 - 27 minutesWe're taking a different look at investing in real estate. Picking up the perfect retirement property in preparation for a retirement date in the future, a cottage for the family to hand out in? This podcast is all about buying a second piece of real estate and looking at the ins and outs as well...
Episode 37: Buying a 2nd Property | AKA the episode with all the dislaimers
Barenaked Money - January 31, 2022 17:19 - 27 minutesWe're taking a different look at investing in real estate. Picking up the perfect retirement property in preparation for a retirement date in the future, a cottage for the family to hand out in? This podcast is all about buying a second piece of real estate and looking at the ins and out...
Episode 36: The Predictions Episode | Peer Into The Crystal Ball With Us
Barenaked Money - January 21, 2022 23:26 - 28 minutesOh predictions. You know we're a little too pragmatic to whip out the tarot deck and start making sweeping proclamations. However, it might surprise you to know that we're doubling down on what we think are some things that are pretty much *guaranteed* to come true in 2022. Have a listen...
Episode 35: 2021 Wrap Up | Getting Barenaked One Last Time in 2021
Barenaked Money - December 31, 2021 13:32 - 36 minutesJosh & Colin tackle the big stories of 2021 with their usual full-frontal style. How did the headlines play out, did things meet up to the hype or the hyperbole? Find out in this week's episode of Barenaked Money.
Episode 34: Financial Gurus | Leadership or Marketing
Barenaked Money - December 17, 2021 15:00 - 21 minutesA millionaire shouting into a microphone, a billionaire being interviewed by the Financial Post, or your clever neighbour with the Tesla...be careful where you get your financial advice. Sometimes the hype is just hype; if there's no product being sold, remember...you might be the produc...
Episode 33: RESPs | The Kids Are Alright
Barenaked Money - December 10, 2021 15:00 - 24 minutesIf we learned anything from Colin and Josh in this episode, it's that Josh really doesn't like high-pressure sales techniques or scholarship trusts! It doesn't have to be terribly complicated, but there are a few different solutions to make sure your kids are able to access the education...
Episode 32: Reverse Mortgages | Beyond the Late Night Informercial
Barenaked Money - December 06, 2021 15:10 - 16 minutesYou've seen the infomercials, now we're sharing the reality of Reverse Mortgages. Cutting out the late-night hype, questionable acting, and retired sports stars, Josh & Colin provide clarity on a product some of you might be curious about.
Episode 31: The ABCs of CPP
Barenaked Money - November 29, 2021 18:40 - 25 minutesThe most common questions we hear about CPP, answered by this week's hosts, Josh & Dylan. "Tell us when you're going to die, and we'll tell you when you
Episode 30: We're Nerding Out About Decentralized Finance
Barenaked Money - November 18, 2021 14:02 - 33 minutesJosh & Colin tackle the weird and wonderful world of Crypto, NFTs and...'sticking it to the man?' in this episode about DeFi. As John Oliver said, “Everything you don’t understand about money combined with everything you don’t understand about computers.”
Episode 29: But Can You Go Wrong? The Real Estate Investment Question.
Barenaked Money - November 12, 2021 19:14 - 25 minutesEver wondered if that adage about never losing when investing in Real Estate is true? Let Josh & Colin tell you how it really is with a real-life example, Colin recently sold his family home and he's getting super naked about the whole experience while Josh does quick math.
Episode 28: Mortgage Misconceptions (How to choose the right one for you)
Barenaked Money - November 04, 2021 17:35 - 13 minutesUnderstand all the ins and outs of mortgages so you can choose wisely when the time comes to buy your first home, a new home, or even a second home.
Episode 27: Webinar - Fall Market Update, October 2021
Barenaked Money - October 28, 2021 18:19 - 46 minutesThis week we're sharing our most recent market update which was presented to our clients and their guests earlier this month.
Episode 26: Does It Matter?
Barenaked Money - October 22, 2021 15:44 - 35 minutesWould predicting the value of Apple shares way back in the day have made a difference? What about being able to accurately foretell various booms and busts over time? Do these things really matter? Find out what Colin & Josh have to say on the subject in this lively and somewhat controve...
Episode 25: Financial Literacy, Pt. 2
Barenaked Money - October 14, 2021 16:29 - 22 minutesLearn how to make day to day financial decisions like the pros. Colin & Josh walk through various daily decisions and break them down into easily understandable components so you're empowered to tell your chatty neighbour why his new Ultimate Chequing Account might end up costing him mor...
Episode 24: We interrupt your previously scheduled episode...
Barenaked Money - October 08, 2021 20:12 - 26 minutesWe were going to deliver Pt. 2 of Financial Literacy, but something came up. Or...something went down. So this week we're talking about the recent market downturn. Historically speaking this is a blip, but we know you might be feeling a *way* and we're here to help. Let's talk about how ...
Episode 23: Financial Literacy...with Clowns! (Pt. 1)
Barenaked Money - September 30, 2021 13:27 - 32 minutesWhy a "0 down, 0% interest" car loan might not actually be in your favour, and other financial mysteries solved. Learn how to ask the right questions and make financial decisions like the pros. No clowns were harmed in the making of this podcast.
Episode 22: Passing Down the Cottage, Without Giving Away the Farm
Barenaked Money - September 17, 2021 18:35 - 32 minutesEventually, you want to gift the cottage to your kids so they can carry on creating fantastic family memories in a spot you all hold close to your hearts. Easy, right? Maybe. Or you might be kidding yourself. So why not hear what the professionals have to say. In this episode, Josh & Col...
Episode 21: Is There a Best Way to Draw Income in Retirement?
Barenaked Money - September 02, 2021 13:01 - 13 minutesIt's not as cut and dried as you may have thought. There are ways to draw income that are more efficient or advantageous for various reasons. There are also wrong ways to do it. So...get some advice, you can start with this episode of Barenaked Money.
Episode 20: The One About Divorce
Barenaked Money - August 26, 2021 18:12 - 23 minutesDivorce. No one likes to think they'll end up there. Heck, even the people who do end up there often hope it'll go better than it does. There's a lot to cover, but Josh & Colin touch on the basics in this week's episode. The emotions surrounding the demise of a romantic partnership are ...
Episode 19: The Election, Five Steps You Must Take Now.*
Barenaked Money - August 20, 2021 20:29 - 17 minutesDo you think you know under which government the market has performed best? Would you bet that you get how taxation has impacted our economy? First, Colin & Josh dissect the political landscape of the Canadian economy. Then, they spoon out a helping of reality onto some mythical beliefs ...
Episode 18: Webinar - Talking About Money
Barenaked Money - August 05, 2021 13:19 - 44 minutesMost Canadians would prefer to talk about a mysterious rash they have, than discuss their finances. Still, to get the best possible plan and develop the most effective relationship with your financial service providers, you have to learn to be ok talking about money. This special episo...