Listener Reviews

It’s must listen to! Changed my life!

Love the show and I’m a long time listener. But these guys often say they’re not fans of international bonds due to the currency exposure. But a fund like BNDX is actually currency hedged so there’s no currency risk. Furthermore, international bonds provide more diversification than holding only US bonds.

Just listen to the latest episode and look forward to the new cohost on Friday Q&A.

This is my first time leaving a review. I was told about this show years ago by a coworker. I’m so glad I tuned in because it really helped me shift my financial mindset to a financial planning mindset. I knew I wanted to be set at retirement and I needed to know I was on the right track. In some ways I was and in other ways this show helped me grow. I still continue to listen daily and if I get behind I always catch up! Thank you for your years of wisdom, knowledge, and honesty around products that aren’t so great. I appreciate you always reminding us that the market is emotional and how much it is affected by what is going on in the world. Buy and Hold! Woohoo!!

Very informative.

This podcast is hands down the best. Extremely informative and provides valuable information for both the beginning investor as well as the do it yourself more seasoned investor. It gets right to the point and does not waste your time. Love love love it.

Tom and Don put out a ton of content, almost as much as Ramsey with his army of employees. Tom and Don have their quirks and I don't always agree, but that is what I like about them. A little drama keeps it real for a topic that most folks find painfully boring. Don can beat the same drum over and over, but I love a good bashing of so called "Financial Advisors" aka Insurance Salesperson cooking up a Steak dinner or smacking Ramsey for his 8% retirement withdraw rate or his 1980 style mutual funds. I am still a fan of Ramsey even though he has a ton of flaws. Tom, the good cop, is so upbeat and keeps the show intertaining. One of them once said investing is 80% behavioral and 20% math. That made me realize that investing does not need to be all that complicated, just stay the course.

Thank you Don and Tom for working 6 days a week. You are making a difference in many people’s lives. I personally have learned so much from both of you. Great information daily!

I’ve been listening to Tom & Don for years and gained so much confidence in them that I hired ApellaWealth to manage my 401K when I retired. Roxy is my analyst and is absolutely top in her field and I enjoy her visits to Talking Real Money. Highly recommend both Talking Real Money and ApellaWealth.

I always come away with learning something new from the dialogue of Tom and Don. I do wish Don would not interrupt Tom so often resulting in talking over each other. When that happens, its frustrating to understand.

Most financial media encourages you to hop around from one hot tip to the next great thing and it prays on your fear of missing out. Not these guys. Tom and Don remind me regularly that my steady, boring investments are where I need to be. They keep me from doing stupid things with my money and they are fun to listen to. Thanks guys!

I like the jokes Tom tells. Like is not that serious even though money or finance is. Keep up the good work guys.

Thoughtful, evidence-based advice that is a nice contrast to the TikTok “experts” who will say anything to get attention. They also seem like nice guys who sincerely want to help.

Pretty good. One star taken away from being liberal because taxation is theft.

These guys making investing fun! Always enjoy listening.

Don and Tom provide academic based guidance on investing. Whether you are just starting out or nearing retirement, they provide sound academic based strategies for you to incorporate into your investments.

Straight forward and actionable financial advice. Highly recommend for any stage of your retirement savings or spending journey!

Listened for a couple of years now and enjoy the banter, if it annoys you just skip forward. The tempo is good and topics are basic but good to hear as refreshers. Dad jokes rule!

Best money advice out there!

Overall, like how they keep it simple and not over complicated. Because it doesn’t need to be. I’ve gotten used to the banter and now enjoy it!

Tom and Don are the greatest common-sense investor advice show out there. K.I.S.S. - Keeping It Simple Stupid; by that I mean low cost index funds, long term horizons, and common sense approach to retirement savings. It is insightful and useful.

These guys will keep you focused on the prize - a well-funded sensible retirement. No gimmicks, no “squirrels” to distract you in your plans, and some “dad” humor to spice it up. My 25 year old son always laughs out loud. Long time listener and one of my top podcasts that I listen to daily. A complete retirement education for free!

A logical and sensible approach to long term stable investment in

Should be all you need to know.