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We use our experience as financial planners to help guide you through life's most important financial decisions (and we try to do it in 20 minutes or less).

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September 12, 202621 min

Ep. 45: Bubble Trouble: The Psychology Behind Market Mania

In this episode, Vic Colella, CFP®, CDFA®, and Courtney Cubin, CFP®, take a look at market bubbles and why they continue to capture investors’ attention. We revisit some memorable examples throughout history, from tulip mania and the dot-com era to the housing market, meme stocks, and crypto, and explore the behaviors and emotions that tend to show up along the way. We also discuss the questions surrounding artificial intelligence today and share how a thoughtful, diversified investment plan can help investors stay disciplined through changing markets. If you have suggestions for episode topics or would like to give us feedback, we would love to hear from you! Please email us at podcast@woodwardadvisors.com .

August 23, 202620 min

Ep. 44: Trump Accounts: $1,000 Today, What About Tomorrow?

In this episode, Vic Colella, CFP®, CDFA®, and Alex Richani, CFP®, take a closer look at Trump Accounts, a new savings option for children. We walk through how the accounts work, who may be eligible for the free money that's making headlines, and some important considerations to keep in mind before contributing additional dollars. We also discuss how Trump Accounts stack up against 529 plans and UTMA accounts and why your goals should ultimately guide where you save. If you have suggestions for episode topics or would like to give us feedback, we would love to hear from you! Please email us at podcast@woodwardadvisors.com .

June 10, 202620 min

Ep. 43: How Scammers Are Stealing Billions

In this episode, Laura Neal, CFP®, and Vic Colella, CFP®, CDFA®, discuss some of the most common and increasingly sophisticated scams targeting individuals and families today. From impersonation schemes to financial fraud, they break down how these scams work, the warning signs to watch for, and the practical steps you can take to protect yourself and your hard-earned assets. If you have suggestions for future episode topics or would like to share feedback, we'd love to hear from you. Please email us at podcast@woodwardadvisors.com .

March 24, 202620 min

Ep. 42: If you Can't Decide Tomorrow, Who Will?

In this episode, Taylor Cole, CFP® and Vic Colella, CFP®, CDFA®, revisit the core documents that form the foundation of a solid estate plan. They then take a deeper dive into the durable power of attorney, sharing real-world insight into why this powerful document sometimes creates stress for families and what steps can help ensure it is properly implemented before it is ever needed. If you have suggestions for episode topics or would like to give us feedback, we would love to hear from you! Please email us at podcast@woodwardadvisors.com.

February 19, 202620 min

Ep. 41: 3 Retirement Mistakes to Avoid

In this episode, Christopher Reid, CFP® and Vic Colella, CFP®, CDFA®, break down three of the most common — and costly — mistakes we see retirees make. Some of them may not be what you expect. If you’re approaching retirement or already there, this conversation could help you avoid missteps that quietly undermine long-term financial goals. If you have suggestions for episode topics or would like to give us feedback, we would love to hear from you! Please email us at podcast@woodwardadvisors.com .

December 11, 202520 min

Ep. 40: Refinancing - Is Now the Time?

In this episode, Laura Neal, CFP® and Vic Colella, CFP®, CDFA®, have a discussion all about how we think about the decision to refinance your mortgage. They share the history of mortgage rates to date, some rules of thumb, and how to think about the math behind evaluating your mortgage. This timely discussion gives you everything you need to know to decide if a refinance might be right for you now or in the future. If you have suggestions for episode topics or would like to give us feedback, we would love to hear from you! Please email us at podcast@woodwardadvisors.com .

December 1, 202519 min

Ep. 39: Woodward vs. the Machine - AI Series Part 2

In this episode, Alex Richani, CFP® and Vic Colella, CFP®, CDFA®, continue their Woodward vs. the Machine series—where they put questions generated by ChatGPT to the test and use them as springboards for real-world financial conversations. The episode is a reminder that good financial planning isn’t just about investment. It’s about determining clear goals and managing risks that would derail your progress so that you get the most life out of your money. If you have suggestions for episode topics or would like to give us feedback, we would love to hear from you! Please email us at podcast@woodwardadvisors.com .

August 14, 202521 min

Ep. 38: Social Security - Is it Still Secure?

In this episode, Laura Neal, CFP®, and Vic Colella, CFP®, CDFA®, take a walk down memory lane to detail the changes to the US Social Security system since the 1970s. We share our takeaways, ways to fund the shortfall, and how this should impact your Financial Plan. If you have suggestions for episode topics or would like to give us feedback, we would love to hear from you! Please email us at podcast@woodwardadvisors.com .

July 1, 202521 min

Ep. 37: Woodward vs. the Machine - AI Series Part 1

In this episode, Alex Richani, CFP® and Vic Colella, CFP® kick off a multi-part series where we interact with AI, for your benefit. In this episode, we ask AI what questions you should be asking your financial advisor right now, and then do our best to answer those questions for your benefit. We hope you enjoy our experiment! We encourage you to read our recent blog post about diversification, referenced in this episode, here: https://woodwardadvisors.com/blog/why-diversification-is-still-our-favorite-strategy If you have suggestions for episode topics or would like to give us feedback, we would love to hear from you! Please email us at podcast@woodwardadvisors.com .

May 20, 202519 min

Ep. 36: Spring Cleaning - Organize Your Money and Plan for the Year Ahead

In this episode, Alex Richani, CFP® and Vic Colella, CFP® discuss a few specific ways that "spring cleaning" has been materializing with our clients. You'll walk away with some ideas, and perhaps some inspiration to tidy up your financial planning this Spring. If you have suggestions for episode topics or would like to give us feedback, we would love to hear from you! Please email us at podcast@woodwardadvisors.com .