Best WPRO Podcasts (2024)

Having property passed down to you may sound like good fortune, but how to handle it is often not as straightforward as you may think. Donna and Nathan discuss considerations for those inheriting a home. Also on MoneyTalk, the European Central Bank announces their first rate cut in 5 years, the SEC puts pressure on meme stocks, and Stock Trivia: Tw…

1
Mutual Fund Translator 42:54

Play Pause

1h ago42:54

42:54

When shopping mutual funds, sorting through the vast number of categories can be a bit like picking from a ten page French restaurant menu. Nathan and Steve explain the differences between the various fund categories to help you make sense of the many available options. Also, on our MoneyTalk Moment in Financial History, our hosts tell the story of…

1
Camille Texiera Bristol 4th of July Committee - Bristol 4th of July Events 7:16

1h ago7:16

7:16

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WPRO

1
The Challenge of Diversification 42:28

2h ago42:28

42:28

To achieve diversification you need a mix of non-correlated assets, but over recent years the correlation gap between stocks and bonds has been closing, leaving investors unsure of where to go to manage their risk. Donna and Nathan discuss alternatives to bonds for those looking to build a well diversified portfolio. Also on MoneyTalk, family budge…

1
Sen. Lou DiPalma - Public Records 29:36

38m ago29:36

29:36

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WPRO

1
Rep. George Nardone - Inspector General 9:54

1h ago9:54

9:54

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Cumulus Providence

1
Rep. Megan Cotter - Inspector General 6:23

1h ago6:23

6:23

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Cumulus Providence

1
The Resurgence of Active Management 42:18

21m ago42:18

42:18

Inflows into actively managed funds have just surpassed those in passive funds for the first time in nearly 3 years, so why the sudden shift? Donna and Nathan discuss how the ongoing challenges within the bond market are creating opportunities for fund managers to add value. Also on MoneyTalk, how to plan for short term expenses, and Stock Trivia: …

1
Sharing the Wealth 42:03

23m ago42:03

42:03

For early baby boomers, the transfer of wealth to the next generation typically took place at death, but today we are seeing far more retirees beginning to transfer their wealth while still living, which can require a more complex estate planning process. Donna discusses estate planning considerations for those looking to begin the wealth transfer …

1
Len Lardaro URI Economics Professor - Inflation 17:10

1h ago17:10

17:10

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WPRO

1
Jim Hummel - Passing of Lou Pulner 6:52

3m ago6:52

6:52

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Cumulus Providence

1
Rep. Charlene Lima - Human Composting Bill 12:14

13m ago12:14

12:14

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Cumulus Providence

1
Tech Time with Chris the Tech Guy from Tech911 6-11-24 15:31

1h ago15:31

15:31

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WPRO

1
Prof. William Jacobson Equal Protection Project - Letter to RI Foundation on Raced Based Grants and Scholarships 17:03

2h ago17:03

17:03

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WPRO

1
Activist Bob Chiaradio - School Policies on Gender Identity 13:05

2h ago13:05

13:05

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WPRO

1
Aaron Guckian Executive Director RI Dental Association - Children's Dental Care 11:14

2h ago11:14

11:14

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Cumulus Providence

1
Dr. James Lovinsky Opus Total Health - RI Acupuncture Bill 9:26

8d ago9:26

9:26

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Cumulus Providence

1
AG Peter Neronha - Lead Paint Registry, Possibly Running for Gov or Lt Gov, Inspector General 19:57

10h ago19:57

19:57

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Cumulus Providence

1
Sen. Frank Lombardi - Not Running for Re-Election 13:04

3h ago13:04

13:04

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Cumulus Providence

1
Ted Nesi WPRI - Interview with 99 Year Old RI WWII Veteran 9:30

24h ago9:30

9:30

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WPRO

1
Bill Koch Providence Journal - People's Behavior at Recent HS Sporting Events 7:03

12d ago7:03

7:03

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Cumulus Providence

1
Tech Time with Chris the Tech Guy from Tech911 6-5-24 16:01

2d ago16:01

16:01

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WPRO

1
Retirement Planning for Business Owners 41:05

2d ago41:05

41:05

Small business owners often think of the company that they are growing as their ultimate retirement plan, only to discover too late that they’ve underestimated their future financial needs. Donna discusses retirement plan options for the self employed, and the importance of prioritizing yourself as you focus on building your business. Also on Money…

1
Steven Brown RI ACLU - Constitutional Convention 12:23

11d ago12:23

12:23

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WPRO

1
David Salvatore RI Association of Realtors - Electrician Inspection Bill 14:55

4d ago14:55

14:55

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WPRO

1
Ted Nesi WPRI - Breakdown of RI's Budget 16:04

9d ago16:04

16:04

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Cumulus Providence

1
Joe Walsh IBEW 99 Business Manager - Electrician Inspection Bill 25:16

13d ago25:16

25:16

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WPRO

1
Rep. Jon Brien - Verdict in Donald Trump Trial 8:02

7d ago8:02

8:02

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Cumulus Providence

1
Repurposing Your 529 Funds 42:10

16d ago42:10

42:10

You might think that with the high cost of education today, having too much college savings would be the least of your concerns. But there are many circumstances in which 529 balances remain unused, particularly today when more and more children are opting to forgo college for alternate paths. Donna and Nathan discuss new options for unused 529 sav…

1
Rep. Matt Dawson - Bill to Set Statute of Limitations on Legal Action over Washington Bridge 15:26

8d ago15:26

15:26

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WPRO

1
Gerrianne Genga Nick Albanese - Their New Movie "Charles Street" 17:47

19d ago17:47

17:47

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Cumulus Providence

1
Legal Analyst Lou Pulner - Donald Trump Trial 15:44

8d ago15:44

15:44

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Cumulus Providence

1
Tech Time with Chris the Tech Guy from Tech911 5-29-24 14:53

9d ago14:53

14:53

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WPRO

1
Sally Hersey President RI Association of Realtors - Current Housing Market in RI 9:00

9d ago9:00

9:00

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WPRO

1
Former Prisoner Eddie Franco - What Life in Prison is Like 45:57

9d ago45:57

45:57

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Cumulus Providence

1
Bill Hunt RI Libertarian Party Chairman - Donald Trump and RFK Jr Speaking at Libertarian Convention 33:29

10d ago33:29

33:29

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WPRO

1
Retirement Planning Moves 42:21

10d ago42:21

42:21

Some approach retirement planning as a set -it-and-forget-it process, while others take an overly tactical approach, but a strategic retirement plan is a delicate balance of patience and prudent rebalancing. Donna and Nathan discuss some examples of calculated retirement planning moves intended to keep you on track for meeting your financial goals.…

1
Rep. Mike Chippendale - Inspector General 16:02

19d ago16:02

16:02

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Cumulus Providence

1
Rick Simone - Al Fresco Dining on Federal Hill 3:55

14d ago3:55

3:55

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WPRO

1
Eli Sherman WPRI - How Often Elected Officials Have Traveled out of State 17:53

14d ago17:53

17:53

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Cumulus Providence

1
Maria Carroccia - Update on Her Father Who Met Paul McCartney 17:57

14d ago17:57

17:57

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Cumulus Providence

1
James Comer RI Housing - Workforce Housing 14:24

15d ago14:24

14:24

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WPRO

1
Weighing Your Risks 41:32

15d ago41:32

41:32

Investing and risk go together like peas and carrots, and one of the jobs of your advisor is to weigh these risks against one another to develop a strategy that fits your particular investment profile. Donna discusses the process of weighing sequence of returns risk against the risk of market exposure. Also on MoneyTalk, Stock Trivia: Two Truths an…

1
Fighting Hunger Right Here at Home 41:58

15d ago41:58

41:58

On the MoneyTalk show or mission has long been to serve the community by promoting financial education, but we also like to acknowledge the organizations out there serving the health and welfare of our community directly every day. Nathan invites to the show Meghan Grady, Executive Director of Meals On Wheels of RI, to discuss the important work be…