Category: 3-PersonalFinanceDaily

FedEx soars. Nike struggles. Alphabet and Papa John’s get new leadership. Our analysts discuss those stories and more. Plus at the 19:53 mark, best-selling author Dan Ariely shares how we can make better decisions about our money.

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Please listen to Part 1 first. This show will explain many of the problems with bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.

Everything you ever wanted to know about bitcoins and how they work. Part 2 will expose all of the problems with bitcoin and other cryptocurrency

Interview with Marianne Arini. She spent several years in a non-accredited private christian school. You won't believe the things that she was taught.

Investing Skeptically: The value of Index Funds

Whether you need quick ways to cut expenses ahead of the holidays or just want to save more for retirement (or other financial goals), there are plenty of ways to put money back in your bank account. Laura covers 10 of the best ways to cut your bills and save more money now. Get the Money Girl book at http://www.MoneyGirlBook.com. Read the transcript at http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/money-finance/saving-spending/best-ways-to-lower-your-bills-now Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts FOLLOW MONEY GIRL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDT Twitter: https://twitter.com/LauraAdams

Disney buys a big part of 21st Century Fox. Costco delivers surprising online numbers. And Waste Management once again proves that trash is treasure. Plus, CNBC’s Carl Quintanilla talks bitcoin, business, and what to watch in 2018.

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Interview with Aaron Adair. He is the author of "The Star of Bethlehem: A Skeptical View". We discuss the bible stories and how they do or don't line up with known astronomy.

Investing skeptically: 3 book recommendations, How to become a financial advisor, 401(k), Tactical Bond Funds.

The end of the year is always a busy time with holiday preparations and celebrations--but it's also a critical deadline for your personal finances and last-minute opportunities to save money. Due to pending tax reform, making smart tax moves may be even more important this year. Laura reviews five ways to save money based on the current tax law and what’s proposed for the future. Get the Money Girl book at http://www.MoneyGirlBook.com. Read the transcript at http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/money-finance/taxes/tax-reform-tips-to-save-money-now Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts FOLLOW MONEY GIRL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoneyGirlQDT Twitter: https://twitter.com/LauraAdams

Interview with Massimo Polidoro. He talks about the Italian Committee for the Investigation of Claims of the Pseudoscience (CICAP). We also discuss Italy and James Randi.

Investing Skeptically: How much should I save, 3 Funds vs. 1, MLP Master Limited Partnerships

YouTube gets into the music business. Starbucks opens a venti-sized roastery in China. Disney and Fox get closer to a deal. And Walmart makes a change. Plus, Motley Fool CFP and retirement expert Robert Brokamp shares some year-end tips and talks tax reform. Thanks to Casper for supporting The Motley Fool. Save $50 on a mattress at http://www.casper.com/fool (promo code “Fool”). 

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