5. Decentralized Finance and Vacation Pro Tips
06/28/22 • 51 min
Welcome to episode 5 of Thoughts From the Pickup Line, hosted by Tyler Smith and Brandon “BG” Gregg, two financial planners and family men from Indiana, who wanted to create a finance podcast about more than just finance.
Every week on Thoughts From the Pickup Line, listen to Tyler and BG give their thoughts on financial planning and investments, family, the things that bring them joy, the challenges they encounter along the way, and how they overcome them.
This week's topic is vacation! During the check-in, Tyler talks about his vacation to Panama City.
Then, Tyler and BG give their pro tips for your next vacation–find out the safest forms of payment to carry, the best ways to find savings on vacation, and why you should avoid Tyler at the airport.
BG gives an update on the state on his Wordle score. Was he able to destroy the 100-day goal?
The guys reflect on what's been happening in their lives as of late: Pokémon, live music, and a business they love in Lafayette.
This week, when thinking about investments, Tyler and BG think about crypto, by way of decentralized finance, or DeFi. They break down what it is, how it's different from traditional finance, and the future of crypto.
To close out the episode, the guys share what they're grateful for, give family updates, and share plans for the 4th of July!
Time stamps:
0:00 Intro
0:42 Checking In
3:48 Vacation Pro Tips
21:27 Wordle Update
22:30 Don't Worry... Pokémon Is Back!
28:58 What Is DeFi and Why Is It Important?
41:53 Weekly Highlights 50:05 Outro
Thanks for listening in! If you have any questions, would like clarification on the topics discussed in this episode, or would like to share topic ideas for episodes, please reach out to us at [email protected].
If you'd like to learn more about BBK Wealth and the services we provide, you can find more information on our website at bbkwealth.com.
The thoughts shared on this podcast are just that - thoughts, and not specific advice. If you would like advice on anything discussed in this episode, please reach out.
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Welcome to episode 5 of Thoughts From the Pickup Line, hosted by Tyler Smith and Brandon “BG” Gregg, two financial planners and family men from Indiana, who wanted to create a finance podcast about more than just finance.
Every week on Thoughts From the Pickup Line, listen to Tyler and BG give their thoughts on financial planning and investments, family, the things that bring them joy, the challenges they encounter along the way, and how they overcome them.
This week's topic is vacation! During the check-in, Tyler talks about his vacation to Panama City.
Then, Tyler and BG give their pro tips for your next vacation–find out the safest forms of payment to carry, the best ways to find savings on vacation, and why you should avoid Tyler at the airport.
BG gives an update on the state on his Wordle score. Was he able to destroy the 100-day goal?
The guys reflect on what's been happening in their lives as of late: Pokémon, live music, and a business they love in Lafayette.
This week, when thinking about investments, Tyler and BG think about crypto, by way of decentralized finance, or DeFi. They break down what it is, how it's different from traditional finance, and the future of crypto.
To close out the episode, the guys share what they're grateful for, give family updates, and share plans for the 4th of July!
Time stamps:
0:00 Intro
0:42 Checking In
3:48 Vacation Pro Tips
21:27 Wordle Update
22:30 Don't Worry... Pokémon Is Back!
28:58 What Is DeFi and Why Is It Important?
41:53 Weekly Highlights 50:05 Outro
Thanks for listening in! If you have any questions, would like clarification on the topics discussed in this episode, or would like to share topic ideas for episodes, please reach out to us at [email protected].
If you'd like to learn more about BBK Wealth and the services we provide, you can find more information on our website at bbkwealth.com.
The thoughts shared on this podcast are just that - thoughts, and not specific advice. If you would like advice on anything discussed in this episode, please reach out.
Links:
Previous Episode
4. Estate Planning 101
Welcome to episode 4 of Thoughts From the Pickup Line, hosted by Tyler Smith and Brandon “BG” Gregg, two financial planners and family men from Indiana, who wanted to create a finance podcast about more than just finance.
Every week on Thoughts From the Pickup Line, listen to Tyler and BG give their thoughts on financial planning and investments, family, the things that bring them joy, the challenges they encounter along the way, and how they overcome them.
During this week's check-in, Tyler and BG talk about the current state of inflation, Tyler shares a proud dad moment, and the guys get a unique perspective on the word "busy".
Then, Tyler and BG are giving you their best tips for navigating wills and trusts–specifically PODs and TODs–and how to avoid your loved ones ending up in probate.
Can he make it? BG is on an unbelievable 85-day Wordle streak... join our Facebook Wordle group to watch as he climbs toward a 100-day streak.
Then Tyler and BG reflect on some local community events, and how they're getting involved themselves. BG shares an epic adventure story with his son, and Tyler gives an update on the end of his kids' sports seasons.
This week, when thinking about investments, Tyler and BG get broad and reflective, choosing not to pick two stocks, but advise on developing detailed financial goals.
To close out the episode, BG shares a hilarious encounter, Tyler reflects on a trip to the lake, and the guys share what they're grateful for.
Time stamps:
0:00 Intro
0:57 Checking In
6:49 Estate Planning 101
11:20 Closing In On 100 Days
13:35 Local Lafayette and Epic Adventures
23:10 Creating Financial Goals
28:47 Weekly Highlights
38:38 Outro
Thanks for listening in! If you have any questions, would like clarification on the topics discussed in this episode, or would like to share topic ideas for episodes, please reach out to us at [email protected].
If you'd like to learn more about BBK Wealth and the services we provide, you can find more information on our website at bbkwealth.com.
The thoughts shared on this podcast are just that - thoughts, and not specific advice. If you
would like advice on anything discussed in this episode, please reach out.
Links:
Lafayette Citizens Band
Jared Dees
Battle of Tippecanoe - Battleground information
Behavior Gap
Louise Penny
Next Episode
6. Cash Flow Planning, Cryptocurrency, Meals on Wheels
Welcome to episode 6 of Thoughts From the Pickup Line, hosted by Tyler Smith and Brandon “BG” Gregg, two financial planners and family men from Indiana, who wanted to create a finance podcast about more than just finance.
Every week on Thoughts From the Pickup Line, listen to Tyler and BG give their thoughts on financial planning and investments, family, the things that bring them joy, the challenges they encounter along the way, and how they overcome them.
On last week’s episode, Tyler was checking in from the ocean during week one of his vacation. This week, he’s lakeside and making BG incredibly jealous.
Then, Tyler and BG think about cash flow planning, and explain how it’s goal-based, and different for every individual—and that the key is in asking the right questions and clearly defining your goals.
Getting reflective on dad life, the guys think about how quickly their kids are growing up, sharing a few anecdotes from their summer adventures. Plus, BG shares a recent experience with Meals on Wheels as Tyler prepares to volunteer.
BG introduces Combat Cookies, a Dayton, Indiana veteran run company that specializes in sending care packages to active military.
This week, Tyler and BG once again talk about cryptocurrency when touching on investments. However, this week the guys caution against the scams that so often come along with digital currency, and give key tips for those who do decide to invest.
To close out the episode, Tyler shares a “Thomas story”, the guys reflect on the 4th of July, and share what they’re grateful for this week.
Time stamps:
0:00 Intro
0:40 Weekly Check-In
5:15 Cash Flow Planning
13:40 Family Time, Meals on Wheels, and Combat Cookies
21:34 Getting Involved In Cryptocurrency Safely
28:28 Weekly Highlights
40:10 Outro
Thanks for listening in! If you have any questions, would like clarification on the topics discussed in this episode, or would like to share topic ideas for episodes, please reach out to us at [email protected].
If you'd like to learn more about BBK Wealth and the services we provide, you can find more information on our website at bbkwealth.com.
The thoughts shared on this podcast are just that - thoughts, and not specific advice. If you
would like advice on anything discussed in this episode, please reach out.
Links:
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