The Iron Capital Podcast is now Chuck & Michael Talk Investing (March 2025).
Welcome to Chuck & Michael Talk Investing, a monthly podcast where hosts Chuck Osborne and Michael Smith talk about investing and all things related in a way you can understand. Each episode explores a new topic anchored in current events that demystifies money management and investing for retirement. Chuck and Michael Talk Investing is presented by AssuredPartners Investment Advisors (APIA).
Dave Ramsey says there is no such thing as good debt. Is he wrong? Chuck and Michael explore the pros and cons and whether debt ever has its place as a useful tool. This episode is Part 3 in our DIY Investing series, breaking down the steps one must take to get started with investing.
Step #2 in getting started in investing is saving. Chuck and Michael discuss the importance of an emergency fund…because stuff happens. Fifty-six percent of American’s can’t handle a $1,000 emergency without debt. Let’s explore.
Welcome to our new series on DIY Investing. How do you get started with investing? First: Do you know where your money is going? Step one is living within your means so you actually have money to invest, and that means budgeting, which is easier said than done. Let’s explore.
What are the downsides to indexing? Why is indexing not actually passive? Inspired by recently published articles on the topic, Chuck and Michael revisit a discussion of indexing, covered in our Q4 2010 Quarterly Report newsletter. Let’s explore.
How much money can you really withdraw in retirement? Let’s explore.
