Winding Down...
Scott and Frank start winding down 2014 as they discuss a bit about this past year, the new developments of Practical Guy services for 2015 and the dangers of entering an alarm code in backwards.
Dec 06, 2014•13 min
Practical Guy Podcast
Practical Guy Scott Newman delivers financial tips and personal finance wisdom with refreshing candor and humor. Tune in to hear a former investigative reporter's take on money matters so that you don't get taken! PracticalGuy.com
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Episodes
Black (and blue) Friday
People camping out in front of department stores like they're on line for their favorite music group. Black Friday has a tendency to bring out some very interesting people. It makes for very happy watching. However, it's very sad to see someone losing their house due to poor planning and listening to "experts" who tell them a bunch of lies just to insure a commission. Listen in this week as Scott tells Frank of such an incident and protect yourself (or someone you know) from a similar fate!
Nov 27, 2014•22 min
The Thanksgiving Show
This is the Thanksgiving episode! Scott tells Frank the 5 things he is most thankful for this year as well as discuss the dangers on comparing yourself with others. Remember, there's still time to enter the Practical Guy contest. You can win $500. by visit the Practical Guy's facebook page, click on the $500 contest button, enter your email, and then listen to (and comment) on episode #10 with John Gargano! The winner will be announced soon! Happy Thanksgiving!
Nov 23, 2014•24 min
Interview with former manager of the LA Dodgers, Fred Claire
Scott and Frank have a great chat with former manager of the LA Dodgers, Fred Claire! His take on life is invaluable. Listen to Fred as he gives you the secret to living a successful one! The Practical Guy podcast; money management for your street, NOT Wall street.
Nov 14, 2014•26 min
Buy a House! ....Wait! Hang On a Sec!
Scott and Frank talk about an article Scott recently read about home ownership for millennials and how it just may be a TERRIBLE way for them to build wealth! The Practical Guy podcast; money management for your street, NOT Wall street.
Nov 09, 2014•24 min
An Honest Used Car Salesman, John Gargano
Episode 10 - Scott and Frank sit and chat with an HONEST used car salesman, John Gargano. HONESTLY! Learn what to look for and what to look out for when buying a car - used or new! The Practical Guy podcast; money management for YOUR street, NOT Wall street.
Nov 01, 2014•40 min
3 Tips in Hiring the Best Financial Adviser
Episode 9 - Scott Newman, aka the Practical Guy, flies solo in this episode. Enjoy as Scott gives you 3 tips to use when you're considering hiring a financial planner or adviser. It's about money management for your street, NOT Wall street.
Oct 20, 2014•9 min
Why Are You So Depressed?
Episode 8 - Frank is a bit puzzled why his friend Scott is so depressed. As they talk, it becomes more and more obvious. Scott is depressed because people are living with such fear and anxiety in their lives and it's unnecessary. Listen in to this very timely podcast topic! The Practical Guy podcast; money management for your street, NOT Wall street.
Oct 16, 2014•16 min
Interview with NJ 101.5 Radio Personality Steve Trevelise
Episode 7 - Steve Trevelise joins Frank and Scott today as they discuss how Steve became one of the most successful "practical guy" around. Steve started in Philadelphia working with Howard Stern, now he works with Howard Eskin (how’s YOUR career going?). In between he has worked all over the Philly dial and started doing standup comedy in 2000. Since then Trev has opened for such comic legends as Robert Klein, Gilbert Gottfried, Pat Cooper, Louie Anderson, Bill Hicks, and the Late Richard Jeni.
Oct 03, 2014•25 min
Wind Comes Sweeping Down The Plain
Episode 6 - Frank capitalizes on his time with Scott and has a heart to heart conversation about the regular guy/gal. "Putting the work in can change your life" is the song Scott is singing. Frank pursues answers to questions like: What are some sound investments?, What about the stock market?, and What about Oklahoma? The Practical Guy podcast; money management for your street, NOT Wall street.
Sep 24, 2014•18 min
You're fired... AGAIN!
Episode 5 - Scott Newman, aka the Practical Guy, joins Frank Sasso with yet ANOTHER story about how he was fired for doing the right thing by the company's customers. The Practical Guy podcast; money management for your street, NOT Wall street.
Sep 15, 2014•24 min
Flying Solo
Episode 4 - Scott Newman, aka the Practical Guy, flies solo in this episode. Enjoy as Scott guides you through a financial "to do" list for your future. It's about entertaining and education YOU on all things money-related. It's about money management for your street, NOT Wall street.
Sep 06, 2014•13 min
An Interview with PTS Gym Owner Alex Obe
Episode 3 - Scott and Frank are joined this week by Frank's wife, Christina as they interview PTS gym owner and personal trainer, Alex Obe. If you've ever thought about hiring about a personal trainer, do yourself a favor, listen to this episode, and get sufficiently prepared to hire a personal trainer that's right for you and don't get sold a bill of goods! The Practical Guy podcast: money management for your street, NOT Wall street.
Aug 29, 2014•35 min
Bed, Bath, and... YOU'RE FIRED!
Episode 2 - Scott Newman, aka the Practical Guy, reveals a dirty little secret about loan officers to Frank Sasso and explains to him how an employee from Bed, Bath, and Beyond was his downfall at a recent job. The Practical Guy podcast; money management for your street, NOT Wall street.
Aug 22, 2014•16 min
Meet the Practical Guy!
Episode 1 - Host Frank Sasso introduces Scott Newman, aka the Practical Guy, to the podcast world of finances! This show is all about setting the stage for the freshest, newest financial content that is designed to rip away the curtain and expose the "dirty little secrets" of the money world. It's about entertaining and education YOU on all things money-related. It's about money management for your street, NOT Wall street.
Aug 14, 2014•21 min
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