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Chuck & Michael Talk Investing

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).


  • Iron Capital Podcast
  • October 17, 2024
  • APIA

Episode 16: DIY Investing – Double Your Money: The Rule of 72

Is there really a “get-rich-quick scheme”? Chuck and Michael break down compound interest, the time value of money, and the Rule of 72. Let’s explore. This episode is Part 6 in our DIY Investing series, breaking down the steps one must take to get started with investing. Please watch, listen, like, subscribe, and share. YouTube – Click here to…


  • Iron Capital Podcast
  • October 2, 2024
  • APIA

Episode 15: DIY Investing – The #1 Lesson

Spoiler alert: The number-one lesson in investing is that there are only two ways to invest. Let’s explore. This episode is Part 5 in our DIY Investing series, breaking down the steps one must take to get started with investing.


  • Iron Capital Podcast
  • August 30, 2024
  • Iron Capital Advisors

Episode 14: DIY Investing – Next Step: 401(k)

So you’re ready to begin investing. Where to start? Chuck and Michael discuss the importance of prioritizing your retirement plan at work, and beyond that, why flexibility is key. This Part 4 in our DIY Investing series, breaking down the steps one must take to get started with investing.


  • Iron Capital Podcast
  • July 31, 2024
  • Iron Capital Advisors

Episode 13: DIY Investing – Debt: Evil or Useful?

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.


  • Iron Capital Podcast
  • June 19, 2024
  • Iron Capital Advisors

Episode 12 – DIY Investing: Savings

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.

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    Chuck & Michael Talk Investing
    Episode 16: DIY Investing - Double Your Money: The Rule of 72
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    Is there really a “get-rich-quick scheme”? Chuck and Michael break down compound interest, the time value of money, and the Rule of 72. Let’s explore.

    This episode is Part 6 in our DIY Investing series, breaking down the steps one must take to get started with investing. Please watch, listen, like, subscribe, and share.

    YouTube – Click here to watch the video version:

    Recorded August 15, 2024
    © 2024 AssuredPartners Investment Advisors, LLC dba Iron Capital Advisors

    ~Episode 16: DIY Investing – Double Your Money: The Rule of 72

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    Chuck & Michael Talk Investing
    Episode 15: DIY Investing - The #1 Lesson
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    Spoiler alert: The number-one lesson in investing is that there are only two ways to invest. Let’s explore.

    This episode is Part 5 in our DIY Investing series, breaking down the steps one must take to get started with investing. Please watch, listen, like, subscribe, and share.

    YouTube – Click here to watch the video version:

    © 2024 AssuredPartners Investment Advisors, LLC dba Iron Capital Advisors

    ~Episode 15: DIY Investing – The #1 Lesson

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    Chuck & Michael Talk Investing
    Episode 14: DIY Investing - Next Step: 401(k)
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    So you’re ready to begin investing. Where to start? Chuck and Michael discuss the importance of prioritizing your retirement plan at work, and beyond that, why flexibility is key. Let’s explore.

    This episode is Part 4 in our DIY Investing series, breaking down the steps one must take to get started with investing. Please watch, listen, like, subscribe, and share.

    YouTube – Click here to watch the video version:

    ~Episode 14: DIY Investing – Next Step: 401(k)

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    Chuck & Michael Talk Investing
    Episode 13: DIY Investing - Debt: Evil or Useful?
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    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. Please watch, listen, like, subscribe, and share.

    YouTube – Click here to watch the video version:

    ~Episode 13: DIY Investing – Debt: Evil or Useful?

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    Episode 12 - DIY Investing: Savings
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    Welcome to the second episode in our series on DIY 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 Americans can’t handle a $1,000 emergency. Let’s explore.

    YouTube – Click here to watch the video version:

    ~Episode 12 – DIY Investing: Savings