Bullshit on Stilts: A Field Guide to Financial Bullshitology
Bullshit on Stilts is what happens when two seasoned financial minds trade spreadsheets for microphones—and decide to call it like they see it.
With over 50 years of combined experience managing $600M+ in investments, financial planning, hedge funds, venture capital, and risk management, these guys have seen it all—especially the nonsense.
Armed with finely tuned BS detectors and a dark sense of financial humor, they cut through clichés, crap-spackle, and the “get-rich” gobbledygook passed off as advice.
Each episode tackles the real decision-making behind money moves—minus the pressure, hype, or sales pitch.
Call it financial myth busting. Call it money therapy. Just don’t call it boring.
Hosted by two unofficial doctors of Bullshitology™, this show offers sharp analysis, sharp laughs, and a 99.1% BS-free zone for grown-up conversations about money, mindset, and modern financial madness.
Episodes
26 episodes
Chicken Little's Guide to Terrified Investing (and Why It Fails)
What if everything you thought you knew about investment risk was wrong? That's the fascinating premise we explore in this eye-opening episode that challenges conventional wisdom about what makes investing "risky."Most people equate ris...
The Final Annuity Chapter: Taxes and Tactics
Annuities often appear in retirement planning discussions surrounded by jargon and overpromises. But what happens when you look beyond the glossy brochure? This episode cuts through the sales tactics to reveal what you actually need to know abo...
Annuity Riders: Customizing Your Retirement Safety Net
Ready to cut through the fog of annuity jargon? This comprehensive breakdown of annuity riders demystifies how these powerful contract features can transform your retirement strategy.Financial anxiety often centers on three major concer...
The Price of Peace of Mind: Total Costs of Annuities
Are you considering an annuity for your retirement plan? Before diving in, it’s crucial to understand the hidden costs that might be lurking beneath the surface! In this enlightening episode, we unravel the complexities around annuity fees, pro...
Unpacking Annuities: From Roman Soldiers to Modern Engines
What if the secret to a financially secure retirement is hiding in plain sight? Grab your favorite drink and join us for the season kickoff of Bullshit on Stilts, where we unravel the intriguing world of annuities. Our guest brings fresh insigh...
Promo - Season 2 of Bullshit on Stilts
Ever felt like financial advice is written in a language more confusing than Egyptian hieroglyphs? Fear not, fellow Sniffers! Bullshit on Stilts is here to lead you through the tangled web of money matters with laughter as our companion. Join u...
Estate Plans: Debunking Myths & Unpacking the Crap Spackle
Think estate planning is just for the wealthy? Think again! We bust this and other common myths wide open in our latest episode, where we blend humor with insightful analysis to make estate planning a topic everyone can understand and appreciat...
Financial Fairy Tales 3: 50% of Your 401(k) is the Government's
Ever seen those financial ads that scream, “Half your 401(k) belongs to the government!”? They’re designed to spark fear and uncertainty about retirement savings and taxes—but how accurate is this really? In this episode, we’re pulling back the...
Financial Fairy Tales 2: Tax-Free Roth Conversions
Ever wondered if there's a magic trick to converting your tax-deferred retirement savings into tax-free wealth, completely sidestepping income taxes? Maybe you've seen social media ads promising the "secret" to turning your traditional IRA into...
Financial Fairy Tales 1: Tax-Free Retirement Account
Unlock the secrets of financial advertising as we uncover the truth behind those too-good-to-be-true offers in our latest series, "Bullshit on Stilts." Ever been lured by promises of "can't lose" investments or "tax-free retirement accounts"? G...
Killing Me Softly: My Health Care Costs
What if navigating healthcare costs didn't feel like decoding a secret language? This episode of Bullshit on Stilts takes you deep into the maze of healthcare expenses, likening them to an unavoidable cover charge that drains your finances, jus...
Developing Your Financial Bullshit Sniffer: Highlights from Our First 14 Episodes
Ever wondered how to see through the fog of financial jargon and make informed decisions? Tune in as we revisit the highlights midway through our first season, where we empower you to sharpen your "bullshit sniffer." From dissecting health insu...
Financial Advisors: Who's Who and What Do They Do
Ever wondered why your financial advisor recommends certain products? Join us on Bullshit on Stilts as we unravel the confusing world of financial advisors and insurance agents. We start with a deep dive into the various roles within the financ...
Decoding Costs of Investing. What are Your Total Costs?
Are hidden fees draining your investment returns without you even realizing it? We promise, by the end of this episode, you’ll be armed with the knowledge to uncover and tackle these sneaky costs. Join us, your trusty knuckleheads, as we naviga...
Are Your Investments on Track? Comparing Performance to Benchmarks
Ever wondered how to tell if your investment advice is leading you down a garden path? This episode of Bullshit on Stilts has you covered, as we spotlight the essential practice of assessing your investment performance against independent bench...
Evaluating Your Investment Performance: How yah doing?
Curious if your investment manager is actually adding value to your portfolio, or just riding the market's coattails? Get ready to navigate the murky waters of investment performance with a mix of humor and hard-hitting analysis on Bullshit on ...
Why Do You Own What You Own? Unraveling Your Investment Portfolio Choices
Ever wondered why you own the investments you do? On this episode of "Bullshit on Stilts," we unravel the mystery behind your portfolio choices, helping you maintain control and avoid decision regret. We'll discuss the importance of aligning yo...
What's in Your Investment Portfolio? Knowing What You Own?
Are you truly aware of what you own in your investment and retirement accounts? Prepare to unlock the mysteries of investment funds and portfolio allocation on this episode of "Bullshit on Stilts." We promise you'll come away with a solid grasp...
Is Your Life Insurance Policy Good, Bad, or Ugly? The Fab Five Questions on Life Insurance.
Can understanding life insurance be as simple as building a house? Tune in to Bullshit on Stilts as we promise to demystify the often confusing world of life insurance. This episode is packed with crucial insights starting with our Fab Five que...
Spotting Sloppy Investment Advice: The Fab Five Questions on Investments.
Want to sharpen your financial acumen and spot the pitfalls of bad investment advice? On this episode of Bullshit on Stilts, we promise to equip you with the essential tools to develop your "bullshit sniffer" for investments. We'll introduce yo...
Cash Pay and RX
Let's talk about drugs. You know, pharmaceuticals - aka pharma or RX. Let's take a look at optimizing the old bullshit sniffer when it comes to the world of medically prescribed drugs.
Cash Pay - Hospitals and Primary Care Physicians
Mark and Keli review how cash pay works with hospitals and primary care physicians (PCPs). Discussing how the number of hospital services being offered as cash pay is on the rise. Get a peek into the business of health care that doctors face wi...
What is cash pay health care?
Introducing cash pay health care. Mark and Keli get into the health care cash pay marketplace. They discuss and compare the differences between the costs of health care services when accessing insurance network providers vs. cash pay alternativ...
Health Insurance, what the f&#@!
Let's focus on health insurance. During the podcast, the guys examine the health care with and without insurance. They introduce cash pay health care providers that offer substantial discounts to the insurance discounted prices for the same car...