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Financial Decoder

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Latest episodes

Are You Taking the Right Kinds of Risk?

October 26, 2026 · 18 min

Financial Decoder host Mark Riepe is joined by Kasey McCurdy, chief portfolio strategist for Schwab Wealth Advisory™, to examine what risk really means in your financial life. They discuss why risk extends beyond market volatility and how…
What Should You Do With Employee Stock?

October 12, 2026 · 41 min

Company stock can be a powerful wealth-building tool, but it can also create unexpected risks. Mark sits down with Sarah Buchardt to break down the most common forms of equity compensation and the key decisions employees face. Along the…
Are These Economic Myths Misleading You?

September 28, 2026 · 34 min

Economic myths persist because they simplify a complex world, but acting on them can lead investors astray. Mark Riepe is joined by Schwab's Jennifer Babchuk to examine common misconceptions about markets, the economy, inflation, interest…
What Are the Keys to Lowering Financial Stress?

August 17, 2026 · 30 min

Financial stress can affect anyone, regardless of income. In this episode, Mark talks with Cindy Scott about the emotional side of money and explores practical strategies for reducing financial anxiety through planning, perspective, and…
How Do IRAs Actually Work?

August 3, 2026 · 14 min

Individual retirement accounts (IRAs) are one of the most widely used retirement savings vehicles, yet many investors are unsure how they work. Mark Riepe breaks down IRA basics, including traditional IRAs, Roth IRAs, contribution limits…

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What's Really Driving Your Portfolio Decisions?

July 20, 2026 · 35 min

Making smart portfolio decisions require more than just choosing investments. It requires managing your own behavior. Mark speaks with Schwab Wealth Advisory's Chief Portfolio Strategist Kasey McCurdy about how emotions influence investing…
What Can America's First 250 Years Teach Us?

July 6, 2026 · 20 min

What can America's first 250 years teach investors? In this special Independence Day episode, Mark Riepe examines key moments in U.S. economic and financial history, including national debt, inflation, currency, taxation, tariffs, and…
Could a Trust Fit Your Estate Plan?

June 22, 2026 · 32 min

Trusts can be a powerful estate planning tool, but many people overlook them or assume they’re only for the wealthy. This episode breaks down how trusts work, including key differences between revocable and irrevocable trusts and their…
How Do You Offer Financial Guidance to a College Grad?

June 8, 2026 · 18 min

Giving financial guidance to a college grad can be challenging, especially when advice is unsolicited or poorly timed. In this episode, host Mark Riepe is joined by returning guest, Patrick Means, to break down how to help new graduates…
How Can You Plan Beyond Next Year's Tax Bill?

April 27, 2026 · 21 min

After you listen: Check out "Tax Basics: How to Plan Year-Round." Find more financial-planning resources on Schwab's Insights & Education site. On this episode, Mark Riepe examines why investors often approach taxes with a short-term…
What Do Both Sides of an Inheritance Need to Consider?

April 13, 2026 · 11 min

After you listen: For estate planners, read more about "3 Ways to Pass Down a Home." For heirs, read more about "Dos and Don'ts When You Get an Inheritance." This episode of Financial Decoder explores inheritance from both…
What's the Best Way to Talk Money With Teens?

March 30, 2026 · 29 min

After you listen: Learn more about the Schwab Teen Investor™ account. Find more educational resources at Schwab Moneywise Teens. On this episode of Financial Decoder, host Mark Riepe is joined by guest Patrick Means to discuss the ways…

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About the show

Cognitive and emotional biases can have a big impact on your financial life. Each episode of Financial Decoder looks closely at one financial decision--and the biases that might cloud your judgment and cost you money. Host Mark Riepe, head of the Schwab Center for Financial Research, decodes the behavioral and psychological factors at play and shares strategies designed to improve the way you approach financial crossroads. Other experts join Mark to provide their unique perspective on behavioral economics, portfolio management, retirement planning, personal finance and more. Podcasts are for informational purposes only. This channel is not monitored by Charles Schwab. Please visit schwab.com/contactus for contact options.