Financial Decoder

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Charles Schwab
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Fortnightly podcast. Next episode on Monday, April 13.
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.

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S21 E4
What's the Best Way to Talk Money With Teens?
S21 E4·
March 30
March 30
29 mins
S21 E3
7 Good Ideas for New Investors
S21 E3·
March 16
March 16
13 mins
S21 E2
Why Is the 401(k) Crucial to Retirement Saving?
S21 E2·
March 2
March 2
24 mins
S21 E1
What Should Investors Know About Cryptocurrency?
S21 E1·
February 16
February 16
26 mins
Bonus
(Bonus) From On Investing: 2026 Market Outlook
Bonus·
Dec 15, 2025
Dec 15, 2025
1h 1m
S20 E9
How Can You Make the Most of Your Charitable Giving?
S20 E9·
Dec 8, 2025
Dec 8, 2025
26 mins
S20 E8
How Should Your Goals Shape Your Portfolio?
S20 E8·
Nov 24, 2025
Nov 24, 2025
31 mins
S20 E7
What Makes a Financial Plan Fit Your Life?
S20 E7·
Nov 10, 2025
Nov 10, 2025
18 mins
S20 E6
What Should You Consider When Buying a New Home?
S20 E6·
Oct 27, 2025
Oct 27, 2025
34 mins
S20 E5
How Do Healthcare Costs Actually Work?
S20 E5·
Oct 13, 2025
Oct 13, 2025
34 mins