Best Refining Reason Podcasts (2024)

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BONUS EPISODE - Part Two: 10 Reasons To Opt Out Of Public School 11:34

13d ago11:34

11:34

In this bonus episode, Robert unpacks the latest homeschooling current events and more. Thanks for listening! For more information, check out https://sauga960am.ca/team/richard-syrett/.

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BONUS EPISODE: Regulating The Homeschool Revolution 8:08

38m ago8:08

8:08

In this bonus episode, Robert unpacks the latest homeschooling current events and more. Thanks for listening! For more information, check out https://sauga960am.ca/team/richard-syrett/.

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Beauty, Wisdom, and Liberal Arts in the Bible with Dr. Margarita Mooney Clayton 36:04

1d ago36:04

36:04

How does classical education affect higher education? In this episode, we welcome Dr. Margarita Mooney Clayton, founder of the Scala Foundation and associate professor at Princeton Theological Seminary. Dr. Clayton discusses the importance of beauty, liberal arts education, and worship in restoring American culture. https://margaritamooneyclayton.c…

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BONUS EPISODE - The Pros And Cons Of Homeschooling 10:02

6d ago10:02

10:02

In this bonus episode, Robert unpacks the latest homeschooling current events and more. Thanks for listening! For more information, check out https://sauga960am.ca/team/richard-syrett/.

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(1) Is BG5 enough in building a profitable personal brand? 54:50

8d ago54:50

54:50

Are you looking to leverage BG5, the business application of the Human Design System, in your personal brand? In this episode I break down the 3 reasons you may hit resistance in attempting to build your brand by design... and I answer the question: Is BG5 enough for building your personal brand? As I promised in the episode I am running a 50% off …

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Children At Risk In Illinois, Donald Trump Guilty - Hurting The Election? 17:41

8d ago17:41

17:41

What does Trump’s conviction mean for the election? Robert and Chris discuss the impact of Trump's guilty verdict on the election and the controversy over Illinois's hands-off approach to homeschooling. Will closes out the episode with exciting news about crypto. ProPublica article: https://www.propublica.org/article/illinois-homeschool-education-r…

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Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot 35:20

15d ago35:20

35:20

Foster care needs the Church’s help. Tune in to hear from Joe Knittig about the innovative Care Portal platform, which connects local churches with families in need, offering practical support like mattresses and refrigerators to prevent children from entering the system. Robert and Joe also talk about the upcoming movie “Sound of Hope: The Story o…

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When you should definitely NOT invest in an annuity! 4:55

19d ago4:55

4:55

If you want to invest in an annuity, you need to have a solid reason to use this long-term financial vehicle. And you should definitely have a financial advisor helping you determine if the annuity is your best option, or if another type of investment might better suit your needs.By Sean Kernan

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What if I am wrong? 25:48

19d ago25:48

25:48

Sean and Ben often ask themselves if they're actually helping their clients, or if they may have made a mistake. Ben had a client who was certain he could handle his estate planning needs on his own, without Ben. Spoiler alert: He didn't.By Sean Kernan

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The FASTEST and EASIEST way to confirm that your financial advisor is NOT running a scam 3:50

19d ago3:50

3:50

Sean recounts a thread in one of his Facebook groups where a member was dealing with a case of fraud, and didn't know where some of his money was. Sean recommends asking two questions: Who holds my money? and Who prints my statements?By Sean Kernan

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How to check a financial advisor's public disciplinary history 16:39

19d ago16:39

16:39

Sean wants you to know how to check up on your potential financial advisor — because you need to know as much as possible about the individual — using a tool called BrokerCheck.By Sean Kernan

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If your financial advisor only recommends annuities, they aren't a financial planner or advisor 9:45

19d ago9:45

9:45

Sean explains why someone who specializes in pushing annuities could be dangerous for your financial well-being — and the three red flags you need to be aware of.By Sean Kernan

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Why you would want a CFP financial advisor — and 3 reasons it may not matter as much as you think 8:39

19d ago8:39

8:39

Sean talks about why you may or may not want to work with a Certified Financial Planner as your financial advisor. A CFP license holder might be the best advisor for you. But does it really make a difference?By Sean Kernan

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Pros & Cons of working with a newer financial advisor 7:59

19d ago7:59

7:59

Sean gives you the ups and downs of hiring a less-experienced financial advisor.By Sean Kernan

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What does "I am a fiduciary" even mean? 8:51

17d ago8:51

8:51

Sean defines "fiduciary" with a little help from the Eternal Source of Truth - Wikipedia. Then he talks about financial advisors who are or aren't fiduciaries, and what that means for you.By Sean Kernan

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How to Think About Costs 40:08

19d ago40:08

40:08

Sean and Ben chat about a simple question with a complicated answer: How much does it cost to do a Roth conversion? There are many ways to answer "How much will this cost?" and they can become overwhelming .By Sean Kernan

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When you would NOT want a fee-only financial advisor 10:58

19d ago10:58

10:58

Sean discusses the situations when you want a financial advisor who's paid on commission, and why fee-only shouldn't be a hard, fast limit for you.By Sean Kernan

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Refined Concert at HICC: My Personal Experience. 6:54

18d ago6:54

6:54

Hello everyone, I hope you're doing well! In this podcast, I'm sharing my exciting experience at the HICC Redefining concert. From amazing performances to unforgettable moments, I'm taking you through my journey. Sit back, relax, and enjoy my story!

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BONUS EPISODE - Part One: 10 Reasons To Opt Out Of Public School 7:33

22d ago7:33

7:33

In this bonus episode, Robert unpacks the latest homeschooling current events and more. Thanks for listening! For more information, check out https://sauga960am.ca/team/richard-syrett/.

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Dirty little secrets of financial advisor compensation models 17:38

23d ago17:38

17:38

Sean shares five secrets some financial advisors don't want you to know about in regards to their fees.By Sean Kernan

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How to upgrade your financial advisor — at half the cost and twice the value 8:10

23d ago8:10

8:10

Sean discusses why you may be unhappy with your financial advisor and what to do in that situation. He's happy to help you navigate finding a new advisor who's a better fit for you.By Sean Kernan

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Financial Advisor Fees - a surprisingly simple question to see if you're a good fit for an advisor 7:52

23d ago7:52

7:52

Sean discusses the simple question to ask potential financial advisors, to see if they might be a good fit for you.By Sean Kernan

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How to get 18 potential fit financial advisors in 24 hours 4:15

23d ago4:15

4:15

Sean brings up a case study of a relatively young couple looking for financial advisors. He can help you find financial advisors who could be a good fit for you. Don't hesitate to reach out!By Sean Kernan

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Beware of must-have lists for your financial advisor 12:13

23d ago12:13

12:13

Sean addresses common must-have ideas around hiring a financial advisor, and why they can make you miss out on your ideal advisor.By Sean Kernan

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The 80/20 rule 23:38

23d ago23:38

23:38

Sean and Ben discuss the 80/20 rule, or the Pareto Principle. Italian economist Vilfredo Pareto observed in 1906 that 80% of the land in Italy was owned by 20% of the population. He looked at other nations and saw that the ratio was the same.By Sean Kernan

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The WRONG questions to ask a potential financial advisor 4:44

23d ago4:44

4:44

Sean talks about questions that you absolutely do not want potential financial advisors to answer without asking a dozen questions back at you.By Sean Kernan

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Compared to what? 34:13

23d ago34:13

34:13

Sean and Ben talk about the dangers of asking "Compared to what?" In Dallas in summer, it's hot. "Compared to what?" Compared to Alaska? Jupiter? your normal temperature? A refrigerator? The heart of a volcano?By Sean Kernan

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The secret of interviewing a potential financial advisor 9:45

23d ago9:45

9:45

Sean discusses the super secret question you should ask any potential financial advisor. In fact, it's so secret, he mentions it 20 seconds into the episode!By Sean Kernan

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How To Be A Christian In The Digital Space 42:28

24d ago42:28

42:28

Discover the intersection of classical education and cutting-edge technology. Join Robert as he talks with Lex Avellino, a Classical Conversations graduate, about his journey from homeschooling to creating 3D virtual worlds for Disney and Warner Brothers. Lex shares how his classical education fueled his passion for learning and innovation in digit…

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BONUS EPISODE - How To Keep Children Motivated 8:47

29d ago8:47

8:47

In this bonus episode, Robert unpacks the latest homeschooling current events and more. Thanks for listening! For more information, check out https://sauga960am.ca/team/richard-syrett/.

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Reflections on the Past 100 Episodes 34:37

1M ago34:37

34:37

Celebrate with us as we hit a major milestone! Join Robert Bortins in the 100th episode of “Refining Rhetoric”! This special episode highlights ten impactful moments from our journey, offering inspiration and insights on faith, business, politics, and classical education. Thank you for being part of this incredible journey! Learn more about Classic…

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BONUS EPISODE - Why You Don't Have To Know It All 7:02

1M ago7:02

7:02

In this bonus episode, Robert unpacks the latest homeschooling current events and more. Thanks for listening! For more information, check out https://sauga960am.ca/team/richard-syrett/.

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Louisiana and the Ten Commandments, Education Crisis, Future of Iran 25:09

1M ago25:09

25:09

Should the Ten Commandments be displayed in schools? Robert Bortins tackles three pressing headlines in today’s episode: the growing crisis of confidence in higher education amid widespread student protests, the geopolitical impact of the sudden death of Iran’s president, and the controversial bill in Louisiana requiring schools to display the Ten …

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BONUS EPISODE: Dispelling Homeschool Myths 7:47

1M ago7:47

7:47

In this bonus episode, Robert unpacks the latest homeschooling current events and more. Thanks for listening! For more information, check out https://sauga960am.ca/team/richard-syrett/.

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Dr. Steve Turley's Take on Constructive Resistance 42:26

2M ago42:26

42:26

Have the major news outlets become obsolete? Robert interviews Dr. Steve Turley, founder of “Turley Talks.” Known as the Patriot Professor, Dr. Turley discusses the rise of a new conservative age and the importance of creating a parallel economy to support freedoms. They explore challenges in mainstream media, the network society, and the need for …

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But What About Socialization? 26:00

2M ago26:00

26:00

Are homeschoolers properly socialized? In this episode of Refining Rhetoric, host Robert Bortins examines the latest homeschooling news, including Michigan’s proposed registry and Alaska’s ruling on school choice dollars. Chris and Robert also discuss Waco hosting their largest homeschool prom ever, and whether homeschool kids are as anti-social as…

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BONUS EPISODE - Roadschool - Homeschooling on the Go 7:26

2M ago7:26

7:26

In this bonus episode, Robert unpacks the latest homeschooling current events and more. Thanks for listening! For more information, check out https://sauga960am.ca/team/richard-syrett/.

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Raising Gen Z with Jason Jimenez 42:39

2M ago42:39

42:39

How should Christian parents protect their children in a hostile culture? In this episode, Robert Bortins hosts Jason Jimenez, founder of Stand Strong Ministries, to discuss parenting Gen Z in a challenging culture and the rise of Progressive Christianity. Jimenez shares insights on proactive conversations with children and explains how Progressive…

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BONUS EPISODE - Turning the Tides 10:15

2M ago10:15

10:15

In this bonus episode, Robert unpacks the latest homeschooling current events and more. Thanks for listening! For more information, check out https://sauga960am.ca/team/richard-syrett/.

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The Case for Trump 31:26

2M ago31:26

31:26

How did bad media coverage of Donald Trump turn Robert from a “never Trumper” to a Trump supporter? Listen in as he and Chris navigate the case against the former U.S. President. Don’t miss this thought-provoking discussion on justice, media bias, and the future of American politics. MSN Article Politico Article Vox Article CNN Article Sasha Stone …

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BONUS EPISODE - Thoughts on Forest School 9:42

2M ago9:42

9:42

In this bonus episode, Robert unpacks the latest homeschooling current events and more. Thanks for listening! For more information, check out https://sauga960am.ca/team/richard-syrett/.

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Learning to Love the Language of Math with Leigh Bortins 32:26

2M ago32:26

32:26

Discover the transformative journey of exploring math with Leigh Bortins, founder of Classical Conversations. From aerospace engineer to educator, Leigh shares insights into the innovative Math Map curriculum, fostering a love for math through language and curiosity. Join Robert and Leigh as they discuss the importance of finding God in math. thema…

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How do I ask my financial advisor what my fees are? 17:41

2M ago17:41

17:41

Sean gives you advice about questions you should ask your financial advisor about their fee structure. It Includes not only how much the advisor earns, but also how much is paid to your investment vehicles, transaction fees, and more.By Sean Kernan

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Why would you pay a 1% per year AUM financial advisor fee? 10:33

2M ago10:33

10:33

Sean explains specific fee structures and what they mean for your investment. For example, if you have $1.8 million in assets under management (AUM), you're paying $18,000/year in fees.By Sean Kernan

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Questions to ask yourself before finding a financial advisor 10:25

2M ago10:25

10:25

Settling your wants and needs from a financial advisor is crucial — because for all intents and purposes, they'll be your partners in ensuring your financial future. Want to retire at 40? Tour the world? Make sure your kids can go to Harvard? Financial advisors can help you reach any or all of those big dreams.…

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How to find a financial advisor - evaluating the common questions you're told to ask 15:59

2M ago15:59

15:59

If you ask anyone who has a financial advisor for the best tips on finding one who fits your style, they'll give you the questions you "just have to ask" before you choose one. Sean provides a deeper look into what typical advice you might hear and how to carefully question this guidance.By Sean Kernan

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How to Make Perfect Short-Term Predictions 40:35

2M ago40:35

40:35

Sean and his colleague, Ben, discuss making short-term predictions - which people have no logical way to make. Even certified financial professionals can't predict whether the stock market is going to be up, down, or flat six months from now.By Sean Kernan

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The surprisingly simple BEST question to ask a financial advisor 6:37

2M ago6:37

6:37

This approach allows you to observe the advisor’s process and how they interact with clients. Pay attention to the direction of the discussion and how comfortably it flows. Feeling at ease during this conversation is a positive indicator of their client handling skills.By Sean Kernan

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Do I need a financial advisor? 16:02

2M ago16:02

16:02

Join Sean Kernan as he answers all the burning questions about finding and working with a financial advisor. In this episode, he answers the burning question on many peoples' minds — whether they even need a financial advisor in the first place.By Sean Kernan

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