Financial Issues is a nationally syndicated wealth management radio and TV program that educates listeners and viewers about the economy, markets, and investments from a biblical perspective.
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October 2, 20261 hr 24 min
October 2, 2026
If you've been blessed by Financial Issues, please prayerfully consider giving at financialissues.org/donate. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join at financialissues.org! Today's show is sponsored by Timothy Plan. Learn how you can invest in a God-honoring way through biblically responsible ETFs, mutual funds, and retirement plans. Visit Timothyplan.com for more.
October 1, 202654 min
October 1, 2026
Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Visit financialissues.org. If you have been blessed by Financial Issues, consider making a donation today at financialissues.org/donate. Today's show is sponsored by Samaritan Ministries. Discover a Biblical solution to health care that empowers believers to care for each other's medical bills. Visit samaritanministries.org for more.
September 30, 202654 min
Craig Haugaard: The Government Threat to Farms
Why is Minnesota shutting down farms? Is the state's action legal, and what could it mean for Minnesota farmers, American agriculture, and the future of the farming industry? Financial Issues Ag reporter Craig Haugaard joins the show to examine the latest developments, the legal questions surrounding Minnesota farm shutdowns, and the potential economic impact on farmers and the agricultural industry nationwide. Co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case also celebrate Winning Wednesday with a bevy of important headlines from across the country, including the growing discussion surrounding Christian charter schools, education, faith, and parental choice. If you've been blessed by Financial Issues, please prayerfully consider giving to our year-end campaign before September 30. Visit financialissues.org/the-ripple-effect to learn more and give today. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join at financialissues.org! Today's show is sponsored by Crossroads Kids Club. Visit reachourschools.com to learn more about you can reach children in public schools with the gospel.
September 29, 202654 min
Business is Booming
On today's show, business is booming in the United States. September's business activity data points to annualized GDP growth of 5%. Co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case discuss these numbers and more. Twila Brase of CCH Freedom joins the show to discuss RFK Jr.'s changes to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force and what impact those changes could have on insurance. Later, Dan Steiner of PreBorn! joins us to discuss the organization's years-long partnership with Financial Issues. If you've been blessed by Financial Issues, please prayerfully consider giving to our year-end campaign before September 30. Visit financialissues.org/the-ripple-effect to learn more and give today. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join at financialissues.org! Today's show is sponsored by Pre-Born. Learn how you can save the lives of babies, and spread the gospel of Jesus Christ, by visiting Preborn.com/fism
September 28, 202654 min
Iran Updates with Frank Gaffney
Is the United States on the verge of a deal with Iran or is it time for President Trump to resume the attacks? Frank Gaffney, president of the Institute for the American Future, joins the show to break down the latest developments in Iran and what President Trump should do next as the war continues. Then, co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case tackle your questions about SpaceX, Tesla, and much more! If you've been blessed by Financial Issues, please prayerfully consider giving to our year-end campaign before September 30. Visit financialissues.org/the-ripple-effect to learn more and give today. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join at financialissues.org! Today's show is sponsored by Timothy Plan. Learn how you can invest in a God-honoring way through biblically responsible ETFs, mutual funds, and retirement plans. Visit Timothyplan.com for more.
September 26, 202626 min
Episode 13: How to Evaluate Stocks
In this episode of Stewardship Today, we explore a disciplined approach to evaluating individual stocks through the Financial Issues four-gate investment screen. The discussion examines biblical responsibility, business strength, financial strength, and valuation as key considerations before investing. We also look at warning signs that can indicate a company is weakening, including falling revenues and earnings, rising debt, declining cash flow, changing competition, and valuation concerns. The conversation emphasizes that investing is not simply about finding a good company, but about determining whether a company aligns with biblical principles, remains financially strong, and is worth its current price. The process also provides a framework for reviewing existing investments and making thoughtful decisions rather than reacting emotionally to short-term price movements. Learn how the four-gate investment screen can help stewards evaluate companies and recognize warning signs
September 25, 20261 hr 24 min
Focus Friday: Cash, CMAs & Grandkids
It's Focus Friday, where your calls and questions take center stage! On today's episode, host Mark Minnella is joined by co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to tackle your questions about Christian financial planning, managing a CMA account, and investing for grandchildren. The team also discusses current economic news, including President Trump's meeting with Xi Jinping and mortgage rates reaching 7%. Tune in for biblical financial wisdom, practical investing advice, and insights to help you make wise decisions with your money. If you've been blessed by Financial Issues, please prayerfully consider giving to our year-end campaign before September 30. Visit financialissues.org/the- ripple-effect to learn more and give today. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join at financialissues.org! Today's show is sponsored by Timothy Plan. Learn how you can invest in a God-honoring way through biblically responsible ETFs, mutual funds, and retirement plans. Visit Timothyplan.com for more.
September 24, 202654 min
Navigating Corporate Buyouts
What are the best strategies for navigating corporate stock buyouts, and how can they create opportunities to make money? Host Mark Minnella explores these questions and more with co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case. Later, the team examines the latest developments in the space industry and explores where potential buying opportunities may exist in this highly speculative sector. If you've been blessed by Financial Issues, please prayerfully consider giving to our year-end campaign before September 30. Visit financialissues.org/the-ripple-effect to learn more and give today. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Visit financialissues.org. Today's show is sponsored by Samaritan Ministries. Discover a Biblical solution to health care that empowers believers to care for each other's medical bills. Visit samaritanministries.org for more.
September 23, 202654 min
Stewarding AI for the Gospel
While the mainstream media frets about the dangers of AI, God is using this technology to bring more people to Himself. On today's Winning Wednesday, host Mark Minnella joins co-hosts Seth Udinski and Samuel Case to celebrate the latest developments in AI-powered Bible translation, which could reduce translation time by up to 20 years. Timothy Plan President Brian Mumbert also joins the show to discuss the decades-long relationship between Financial Issues and Timothy Plan, as well as their shared commitment to biblical stewardship. If you've been blessed by Financial Issues, please prayerfully consider giving to our year-end campaign before September 30. Visit financialissues.org/the- ripple-effect to learn more and give today. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join at financialissues.org! Today's show is sponsored by Timothy Plan. Learn how you can invest in a God-honoring way through biblically responsible ETFs, mutual funds, and retirement plans. Visit Timothyplan.com for more.
September 22, 202654 min
Are Americans Better Off or Falling Behind?
Are Americans getting richer or falling further behind? On today's show, host Mark Minnella is joined by Seth Udinski and Sam Case to dig into the latest Census Bureau data on household income and what it reveals about the financial health of American families. Then, Mark tackles your questions about the new Trump Accounts program and explores options for Christian investors who want to put their money to work without managing their own funds. If you've been blessed by Financial Issues, please prayerfully consider giving to our year-end campaign before September 30. Visit financialissues.org/the-ripple-effect to learn more and give today. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join at financialissues.org! Today's show is sponsored by Pre-Born. Learn how you can save the lives of babies, and spread the gospel of Jesus Christ, by visiting Preborn.com/fism
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