Make the Dough Rise

Oil panic headlines are everywhere, but stocks are back near all-time highs. So, what's going on? We'll break it down. And if you're an AI ju**ie, Brian will share some of the "top stocks to own right now" as predicted by Chat GPT, Claude & Gemini.

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All-Time Highs, Oil Shocks, and AI Stock Hype: What Actually Matters Right Now? (Ep 115) | Make The Dough Rise Oil panic headlines are everywhere, but stocks are back near all-time highs. So, what's going on? We'll break it down. And if you're an AI ju**ie, Brian will share some of the "top stocks to own right now" as predicted by Chat GPT, Claude & Gemini. Get In Touch: Schedule An Introductory Call - h...

Fall isn’t just about pumpkin spice and cozy weather—it’s the perfect season to get your money in shape. 📉In this episode, we’ll break down the smart financial moves to make before the year wraps up—so you’re ready for rising healthcare costs, market shifts, and whatever the economy throws your way. From RMDs and tax strategies to protecting your wealth in uncertain times, consider this your financial wake-up call. ⏰

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Preparing for the Fall: Financial Moves & Economic Turning Points (Ep 110) — Livingworth - Wealth Advisors Fall isn’t just about pumpkin spice and cozy weather—it’s the perfect season to get your money in shape. In this episode, we’ll break down the smart financial moves to make before the year wraps up—so you’re ready for rising healthcare costs, market shifts, and whatever the economy throw...

Make the Dough Rise is back with another conversation you won’t want to miss. Lately, markets have been dominated by a few big winners — but this isn’t the dot-com bubble. Productivity’s up, profits are real, and if we’re near a top, it might be time to shore up cash and eye dividend stocks. We’ll also hit interest rates, housing, gold, and why the trade war doomers got it all wrong.

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Why Today’s Market Strength Isn’t a Bubble (Ep 109) — Livingworth - Wealth Advisors Lately, markets have been dominated by a few big winners — but this isn’t the dot-com bubble. Productivity’s up, profits are real, and if we’re near a top, it might be time to shore up cash and eye dividend stocks. We’ll also hit interest rates, housing, gold, and why the trade war doomers...

We break down the sweeping “Big Beautiful Bill” from tax cuts to AI deregulation and what it means for the economy. Plus, how AI is already doing 30–50% of work at major firms, what current interest rates mean for real estate, and why companies like Apple, Nvidia, and TSMC are pouring billions back into U.S. manufacturing. Is this the start of a true American industrial revival?

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What's Going On? The Big Beautiful Bill, AI’s Rise & America’s Reinvestment Wave (Ep 108) — Livingworth - Wealth Advisors We break down the sweeping “Big Beautiful Bill” from tax cuts to AI deregulation and what it means for the economy. Plus, how AI is already doing 30–50% of work at major firms, what current interest rates mean for real estate, and why companies like Apple, Nvidia, and TSMC are pouring billions...

From trade wars to Taiwan, China’s rise is shaking the global economy—but can it keep up the pace? We break down its economic model, the cracks beneath the surface, and what it all means for your portfolio.

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China The New Japan - Will It Have The Same Fall? (Ep 107) — Livingworth - Wealth Advisors From trade wars to Taiwan, China’s rise is shaking the global economy—but can it keep up the pace? We break down its economic model, the cracks beneath the surface, and what it all means for your portfolio.

📱New Episode is live! Amid rising market volatility and growing uncertainty, global trade tensions are back in focus. In this episode, we unpack how China’s economic behavior, shifting alliances, and Trump’s tariff strategy could be reshaping the postwar order. We’ll look closely at what’s driving the realignment and what it could mean for investors, policymakers, and global markets.
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Trade Wars (Ep 106) — Livingworth - Wealth Advisors Amid rising market volatility and growing uncertainty, global trade tensions are back in focus. In this episode, we unpack how China’s economic behavior, shifting alliances, and Trump’s tariff strategy could be reshaping the postwar order. We’ll look closely at what’s driving the realignment...

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and the national debt are front and center. But is efficiency even possible with $36.5 trillion on the books? With debt service now consuming a growing share of GDP, what does this mean for retirement planning and long-term financial security? In this episode, we break down the economic reality facing today's savers, why blind trust in government spending won’t cut it, and how smart investors can adapt to the shifting landscape. Plus, a look at AI’s growing role in financial planning and whether ETFs can replace high-yield checking.

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DOGE - Satan or Savior??? (Ep 105) — Livingworth - Wealth Advisors The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and the national debt are front and center. But is efficiency even possible with $36.5 trillion on the books? With debt service now consuming a growing share of GDP, what does this mean for retirement planning and long-term financial security?

Start 2025 with a clear plan for your finances. This episode explores the investment indicators, upcoming IRS tax changes, and practical ways to manage risk in your portfolio.

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2025 Money Moves: Taxes, Retirement Fixes, and Smarter Risk Strategies (Ep 104) — Livingworth - Wealth Advisors Start 2025 with a clear plan for your finances. This episode explores the investment indicators, upcoming IRS tax changes, and practical ways to manage risk in your portfolio.

We’re diving into the biggest financial updates to wrap up the year, including post-election impacts, rising insurance costs, and tax planning strategies. Discover new 401(k) contribution limits and how Roth accounts could play a bigger role in your financial future. Don’t miss these essential insights for starting 2025 on the right foot!

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Year End Wrap Up (Ep 103) — Livingworth - Wealth Advisors We’re diving into the biggest financial updates to wrap up the year, including post-election impacts, rising insurance costs, and tax planning strategies. Discover new 401(k) contribution limits and how Roth accounts could play a bigger role in your financial future. Don’t miss these essential i...