In this week's episode, Cam, Katie, and Nicole welcome a special guest, Nelli Golmeeva, Talent Manager at Grinder Taber Grinder (GTG), for a deep dive into the realms of recruitment and training. We kick off the show by sharing our favorite TV shows centered around employment, followed by an engaging conversation with Nelli. Follow Nelli's journey to Memphis, her dedicated approach to full-cycle recruitment and training, and gain valuable insights into the evolving workforce, with a particular f...
Nov 02, 2023•59 min•Season 6Ep. 178
It’s Spooky Season, and BullCast is dressing up as GhoulCast for Halloween! Join us on this week’s show as we discuss Halloween in all of its ghostly glory. We’ll start the show with our list of the most popular pop-culture Halloween costumes in 2023. Then, with the help of Nicole Ellis, we’ll chat about our favorite costumes as kids, our favorite freaky films, and how much America spends on this spooky holiday. Happy Halloween to our faithful listeners! The List: Top Pop-Culture Costumes in 202...
Oct 26, 2023•42 min•Season 6Ep. 177
October 16 th marked the 100 th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company. Founded by brothers Roy and Walt, the once-humble animation studio has exploded into a titan media and entertainment empire. Join us for this magical episode as we review the history of Disney and where the company seems to be headed. We’ll discuss the company’s first animated feature film, its recent acquisitions, and how Disney has inspired generations of artists. Here’s to you, Walt and Mickey! Hashtags: #Disney #Disney10...
Oct 19, 2023•43 min•Season 6Ep. 176
This week’s episode is a rollercoaster of emotions as we learn about the intersection of inheritance a grief. We’ll start the show with our list of the best movies and tv shows about inherited wealth. Then, we’ll discuss the emotional impact of losing a loved one. While inheriting money can complicate the grieving process, it’s important to be patient with oneself throughout the journey. In the show, we’ll discuss setting boundaries and taking breaks from financial decisions, understanding tax i...
Oct 12, 2023•37 min•Season 6Ep. 175
Join Katie and Cam as they come to you LIVE from Sheridan, Wyoming with special guest, Dave Poulin. On the show, we have a candid conversation with Dave, Tour Director for EF GoAhead. Despite the noisy lobby of the Ramada Plaza by Wyndham, Dave takes us on an interesting journey into the mind of a tour director. We’ll cover what makes group travel so appealing, how it differs from solo travel, why travelers become “family” on these excursions, and how EF GoAhead sets themselves apart from other ...
Oct 05, 2023•36 min•Season 6Ep. 174
This week, the BullCast crew is playing with fire. But don’t worry … we won’t burn the studio down. Join us as we discuss the lifestyle movement known as Financial Independence, Retire Early (or FIRE.) We’ll start the show with our list of the best characters with fire powers. Then, we’ll discuss the history of the FIRE movement and why people are jumping on board two decades after it was created. The goal of FIRE is to save heftily now, with the goal of retiring very early. But, with most thing...
Sep 28, 2023•45 min•Season 6Ep. 173
Buckle up for Part 2 of our Musk musings as we discuss the fate of X, AKA rebranded-Twitter. There is no list this week because there’s too much to talk about! In the show, Katie, Cort, and Cam breakdown the timeline of Elon Musk buying Twitter, and consider the impact this tech-wunderkind has on social media, politics, and the economy. While Musk is a polarizing, wildcard of a human, there’s no denying his brilliance and dedication toward pushing tech as far as it can go. After all, what other ...
Sep 21, 2023•39 min•Season 6Ep. 172
It’s been a while since we’ve done a two-part episode – and we have to admit, it was a happy accident. What started out as a show about the demise of Twitter (or X, most recently) at the hands of tech-wunderkind Elon Musk, turned into a poignant discussion on the evolution of social media over the past two decades. We’ll start the show with our list of the most famous social networking sites of all time. While the entire show is our list, we hit on important topics like generational migration, s...
Sep 14, 2023•44 min•Season 6Ep. 171
While we’re a financial literacy focused podcast, this week we’re talking about a different kind of literacy. September 8th marks International Literacy Day. This annual observance raises awareness of the importance of literacy for everyone – something we can all get behind. We’ll start the show with our list of BullCast’s favorite books. Then, we’ll turn the page to the most successful book-to-movie adaptations. On the show, we’ll discuss the importance of libraries, why reading to youngsters i...
Sep 07, 2023•43 min•Season 6Ep. 170
For many people, attending a four-year university is an obligatory step toward a successful career. In past shows, we have discussed the value of trade schools, but have failed to talk about the offerings of community colleges. But this is too important of a topic to skim over. We’ll start the show with our list of the best TV shows and movies about community college. Then, we’ll jump into the JUCO jabber with Nicole Ellis. Nicole is a proud graduate of a local junior college, and discusses the ...
Aug 31, 2023•47 min•Season 6Ep. 169
As most of our listeners (and the world) know, Maui was hit by a devastating fire storm on August 8, 2023. With over 100 lives lost, many still missing, and 6 billion dollars in destruction, this island of Hawaii needs our help now more than ever. Join us on today’s show as we discuss this recent tragedy and how you can help. In the show, we’ll discuss how this devastation occurred, what the ongoing effects are, and how you can donate to various relief organizations. In fact, Pickler Wealth Advi...
Aug 24, 2023•28 min•Season 6Ep. 168
Yesterday marked the 46th anniversary of Elvis Presley’s passing. As part of Elvis Week (or Death Week as Memphians call it), BullCast is paying homage to the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Join Katie, Cort, and Cam as they discuss the life of the extraordinary individual. We’ll start the show with the list of Elvis’ greatest live performances. Then, we’ll shake, rattle, and roll into Graceland and the estate of Elvis Presley. Why is there so much drama since Lisa Marie’s passing? Who is Riley Keough an...
Aug 17, 2023•48 min•Season 6Ep. 167
This week, we are here to PUMP. YOU. UP. Or, rather, empower you. On the show, Katie, Cort and Cam break down our newest non-profit, The PowerYears Network. We’ll start the show with our list of the best power songs that get your blood pumping. Then, we’ll talk about The PowerYears Network and how our free, monthly sessions will inspire people 50-years old and up! The power years, or third chapter, represents the time period after retirement. In today’s world, people are living longer and strong...
Aug 10, 2023•39 min•Season 6Ep. 166
This month, The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia announced that Taylor Swift's Eras tour helped boost travel and tourism in the region. And because of this mindboggling “Swift Effect” on our country, we are dedicating this week’s show (featuring some special guests) to the undeniable and Fearless queen of pop, Taylor Swift. Shake it Off and tune in as we start the episode with Nicole’s list of Taylor’s albums, ranked least-best to best. Next, we’ll Jump Then Fall into who Taylor Swift is, wh...
Aug 03, 2023•57 min•Season 6Ep. 165
If you’ve watched or read the news lately, you’ve seen numerous strikes happening; most notably from the WGA (writers) and SAG-AFTRA (actors). In the show, we’ll talk about why the strikes are happening, what Hollywood is trying to accomplish, the specific strike rules, and what it means for movie-goers like us. But first, as always, we will start the show with our list of the top shows (and movie) that were impacted by the 2007 writers’ strike. Then, we’ll strike up a conversation about actors ...
Jul 27, 2023•48 min•Season 6Ep. 164
This week, BullCast is tackling a popular yet polarizing topic. We’re bringing back our Great Debate format where we’ll see Katie and Cort giving their hot takes on the financial guru Dave Ramsey. We’ll start the show with our list of the best Foo Fighters songs because, as we all know, Dave Grohl is the best Dave. Then, we’ll sound the debate bell and begin the showdown. We’ll go through the pros and cons of the Dave Ramsey approach, with Katie being against Dave’s teachings and Cort being pro ...
Jul 20, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 6Ep. 163
Tune in and nerd out with us this week as we discuss the fascinating world of pop-culture fandom. We’ll start the show with our list of the biggest relationship wars in movies and tv, then we’ll dive into all-things fandom. Fandom is defined as a subculture of people that feel camaraderie around a particular interest, and, with the rising tide of social media platforms, it has swelled to astronomical heights! In the show, we’ll discuss the history of fandom, the characteristics of internet fans,...
Jul 13, 2023•45 min•Season 6Ep. 162
If you haven’t heard of, or seen, the show Succession on HBO, you’ve been living under a rock. But no worries! We’ll catch you up while trying to stay (relatively) spoiler-free. While the hit drama just aired its final season, the internet is still buzzing about the problematic Roy family. We’ll kick off the show with our list of the least-to-most despicable characters in Succession . Then, we’ll dive into the topic at hand: themes and lessons learned from the critically acclaimed drama. We’ll t...
Jul 06, 2023•39 min•Season 6Ep. 161
This week, we have a very special guest on the show. It only took three years, but we are proud to announce David Pickler is (finally) joining us to discuss the Death of the Dollar! We’ll start the show with some Hamilton trivia because, after all, he is the ten-dollar founding father. Then, we’ll dive into the topic of King Dollar and the United States’ dollar being the reserve currency of the economic world. While we focus on whether or not the dollar is going away, the BullCast crew couldn’t ...
Jun 29, 2023•1 hr•Season 6Ep. 160
This week, we’re bringing in a special guest to give a different perspective on working at Pickler Wealth Advisors. Join us as we sit down with intern Caden Hughes to discuss the life of a college intern. We’ll start the show with our list of the best movies about the intern experience. Then, we’ll jump right into a candid conversation with Caden. We’ll talk about what a day at PWA looks like for Caden, why internships are so valuable for college students, why Caden decided to work for a smaller...
Jun 22, 2023•51 min•Season 6Ep. 159
We just turned three! Bring out the birthday cake! Pop the champagne! Tune in! On this week’s episode, Katie, Cort, and Cam get nostalgic. We’ll focus on our newer listeners, catching them up on episodes that hold a special place in our hearts. Whether that be our most recent guest segment with Erin Gruwell (episode 154) or our Financial Focus on Forming a Family show (episode 84), we’ve got content for just about everyone. Don’t miss this birthday celebration, and take a stroll with us down mem...
Jun 15, 2023•32 min•Season 6Ep. 158
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has long been the theme behind major blockbuster films. Specifically, AI that has gone rogue (we’re looking at you, 2001: A Space Odyssey .) But is all artificial intelligence bad? Or, more importantly, is it going to take your job in the near future? Join us this week as we discuss the future of the workplace. We’ll start the show with our list of the top movies and shows featuring AI elements and robots. Then, we’ll review the benefits of AI as well as the risks. W...
Jun 08, 2023•52 min•Season 6Ep. 157
While social security has been around for almost 90 years, there are growing fears that it won’t exist in the near future. A quick Google search will bring up queries like “will social security exist in the future” and “what will happen when social security runs out.” But don’t worry! Katie, Cort, and Cam are here to talk about the future of this American institution. We’ll start the show with our list: Movies About the Future Everyone Should Watch. Then, we’ll dive into the issues of social sec...
Jun 01, 2023•41 min•Season 6Ep. 156
As we come to a close on Mental Health Awareness Month, the BullCast crew thought it would be an appropriate time to discuss the relationship between mental health and finances. We will kick off the show with our list of the top songs to put you in an upbeat mood. Then, we will get to the heart of the matter and talk about how financial stress stems from a multitude of things: like being in debt, not earning enough money, and the enormous pressure of raising children. Katie, Cort, and Cam will d...
May 25, 2023•51 min•Season 6Ep. 155
This week, BullCast welcomes Erin Gruwell, celebrated teacher, author, and social justice activist. In this touching show, we’ll explore the concept of hope and possibility for at-risk students who are deemed unteachable. We’ll start the show with our list of the best movies about education. Then, we’ll jump right in with Ms. G, discussing her story as a young teacher entering Room 203 and how the Freedom Writers came to be. In the show, we’ll talk to Erin about what it was like having Academy-A...
May 18, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 6Ep. 154
The term “stock compensation” is a familiar term in larger companies, especially in the tech sector, and it is often accompanied with another recognizable term: “stock options.” But what does it really mean, and is this form of compensation better than a standard salary? Join us on this week’s show we uncover the mysteries of stock units and performance shares. We’ll start the show with our list of the most successful products from the show Shark Tank. Then, we’ll jump right into defining stock ...
May 11, 2023•39 min•Season 6Ep. 153
Divorce is not only an emotionally draining experience, it’s financially draining as well. While dissolving the bonds of matrimony may create a fresh start for a couple, it can, unfortunately, have significant financial implications. Join us on today’s show as we discuss the dollars of divorce. We’ll start with our list of the best breakup songs of all time because who doesn’t love listening to a sad song on repeat while traversing a tough road? In the meat of the episode, we’ll break down the f...
May 04, 2023•41 min•Season 6Ep. 152
This week, we are discussing a very scary word: recession. While this term may make people break out in a cold sweat, it’s actually a fairly normal economic event. We’ll start the show with an ode to superheroes as National Superhero Day is April 28th. We’ll have a superhero-themed Would You Rather, then run down our list of the world’s richest superheroes. In the meat of the show, we’ll talk about what a recession is and what causes it. In this high-level episode, we’ll also help define some ja...
Apr 27, 2023•36 min•Season 6Ep. 151
As a follow-up to our Debt Consolidation episode, we will be discussing the ins and outs of Bankruptcy this week. We’ll kick off the show with our Weekly Volatility segment, detailing the personal highs and lows of the week. Then, we’ll do The List where we discuss the most powerful fictional corporations in TV shows. In the meat of the show, we’ll talk about what bankruptcy actually is and the stigma that is attached to it. Katie, Cort, and Cam will chat about the different types of Bankruptcy ...
Apr 20, 2023•41 min•Season 5Ep. 150
Debt Consolidation is a ten-dollar term that actually has a very simple meaning – it’s all about simplification ! Join us on this week’s episode as we dive into the idea of combining debts to make your life easier. We’ll start the show with fan-favorite, TwitterNuggs: tweets about money that are funny and relatable. Then, we’ll get into the specifics on debt consolidation. With multiple consolidation options (like personal loans and home equity loans), it can be a confusing road to travel. But w...
Apr 13, 2023•36 min•Season 5Ep. 149
