Benjamin Felix & Cameron PassmoreBusiness, Investing
Benjamin Felix & Cameron PassmoreBusiness, Investing
Benjamin Felix & Cameron PassmoreBusiness, Investing
Benjamin Felix & Cameron PassmoreBusiness, Investing

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A weekly reality check on sensible investing and financial decision-making, from two Canadians. Hosted by Benjamin Felix and Cameron Passmore, Portfolio Managers at PWL Capital.

  • Episode 302 - Michael Green: Market Efficiency Is Not The Question
    With a wealth of experience as a market theoretician and a prolific contributor to financial discourse, today’s guest is uniquely positioned to guide us through the complexities of index fund dynamics. Joining us to discuss the problems that passive...
  • Bonus Episode - Prof. Meir Statman: A Wealth of Well-Being
    Today, we welcome back Prof. Meir Statman to talk about the role of finances in well-being. We investigate the role of finances in well-being with Prof. Meir Statman through the lens of his new book, A Wealth of Well-Being. Discover why wealth...
  • Episode 301 - Optimal Government Pension Claiming
    In this episode, we delve into the best time to claim your Canada Pension Plan (CPP) benefits. Although the focus of this episode is on Canada, there will be many relevant and valuable insights for our non-Canadian listeners. In our conversation, we...
  • Episode 300 - Abby Sussman: Financial Judgment and Decision Making
    In this episode, we are joined by renowned expert Abby Sussman to unpack how individuals form judgments and make decisions about their finances. Abby is a distinguished professor of marketing at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business whose...
  • Episode 299: The Most Important Lessons in Investing
    In this episode, we unpack key tenants of investing and the quality of financial advice in Canada's banking industry. In our conversation, we present a list of lessons we have learned about investing, which has been consolidated from contributions by...
  • Episode 298 - Randall Stutman: Admired Leadership for Financial Decision-Making
    Dr. Randall Stutman is an author, highly sought-after speaker, and executive leadership coach to some of the world’s most exceptional CEOs, billionaires, and hedge fund managers. As the founder of the Admired Leadership Institute, he is widely...
  • Episode 297 - Do Stocks Return 10-12% On Average? & Zero to Millionaire with Nicolas Bérubé
    As human beings, our brains are wired to solve problems. This can make long-term investment strategies, like passive investing, surprisingly challenging, especially if you’re not accustomed to the ups and downs of the market – it can feel pretty...
  • Epidose 296 - Adam Alter: The Anatomy of a Breakthrough
    Feeling stuck is a common human experience and almost all of us will go through it at some point in our lives. Whether it’s relationship struggles, dissatisfaction with work, an inability to progress financially, or a pending midlife crisis, all of...
  • Episode 295 - Home Country Bias, Seg Funds, and Todd Rogers on Writing for Busy Readers
    In this episode, we explore the intricate world of home-country bias in investment decision-making and learn the secret sauce to effective communication and writing. We start by discussing the definition and influence of home-country bias and explore...
  • Episode 294 - Dan Harris: 10% Happier
    In this episode, we delve into the world of mindfulness and meditation with renowned author and meditation advocate, Dan Harris. In our conversation, Dan shares his personal journey from a high-stress career in the news to discovering the...
  • Episode 293 - Eric Balchunas: Spot Bitcoin ETFs
    After a year and a half hiatus from discussing Bitcoin, we felt compelled to explore the implications of the US Securities and Exchange Commission's approval of 10 spot Bitcoin ETFs for trading. In this episode, we dive into the recent news...
  • Episode 292 - Rob Copeland: Ray Dalio and Bridgewater
    In this episode, we welcome Rob Copeland, author of the recently released book The Fund: Ray Dalio, Bridgewater Associates, and the Unraveling of a Wall Street Legend. Rob, a finance reporter for The New York Times, provides a gripping account of...
  • Episode 291 - The Quant Winter, and is Canada Pension Plan a Scam?
    Are you ready for a deep dive into quantitative investing, the private credit trend, and the Canada Pension Plan (CPP)? Then this episode is for you! Joining us today is Robin Wigglesworth, The Financial Times’ global finance correspondent, and...
  • Episode 290 - Morgan Housel: Same as Ever
    In this episode, we are joined, for the third time, by renowned author and commentator Morgan Housel. Many of you are familiar with Morgan's bestseller, The Psychology of Money, and he is back to discuss his latest book, Same as Ever: A Guide to...
  • Episode 289 - Retiring Retirement Income Myths with the Retirement Income Dream Team
    Does the 4% rule still work? In this episode, we welcome three esteemed experts to counter a recent controversial claim made on the Dave Ramsey Show regarding the validity of the 4% rule in retirement planning. Joining us is David Blanchett; the...
  • Episode 288 - Scott Rick: Navigating the Money Minefield in Real Relationships
    Tightwads are more likely to hold onto their money even when there is more than enough to spend, whilst spendthrifts will drain their bank account of its very last cent. So, which one are you, and how does that impact your relationships? Joining us...
  • Episode 287: A Practical Look at Private Equity w/ Steve Balaban & Epic Life w/ Justin Breen
    It’s the start of a new year and with it comes an opportunity to re-evaluate your trajectory and set your goals for the months to come, whether they be financial, personal, or all of the above. Kicking things off for today’s episode is our...
  • Episode 286: Errol Morris: Tuning out the Noise
    Rational Reminder listeners get exclusive first access to Tune Out the Noise, a documentary directed by Academy Award-winner Errol Morris until January 31. Tune Out The Noise Access URL: Access Code (available until Jan 31):...
  • Episode 285: A Year in Review
    It’s hard to believe, but today’s episode marks our fifth annual year-in-review episode — where we look back at some of our favourite conversations and takeaways from the past year! If there’s one overarching theme that stood out amongst our...
  • Episode 284: Prof. Scott Cederburg: Challenging the Status Quo on Lifecycle Asset Allocation
    In this episode, we welcome back the esteemed Professor Scott Cederburg, Associate Professor of Finance at the University of Arizona. In this highly anticipated episode, Professor Cederburg revisits the show to delve into his groundbreaking paper on...