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Why Economics Is More Like Spaghetti Than Physics

Economics isn’t a neat equation — it’s more like a bowl of tangled spaghetti. Learn why predictions so often miss the mark and how a strong financial plan helps you navigate uncertainty. We Treat Economics as Science We are daily bombarded with economic numbers, and our brains want them to […]

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The Big Beautiful Tax Bill with Matt Cooper, CPA

S4E29 – The Big Beautiful Tax Bill with Matt Cooper, CPA

https://media.blubrry.com/kitchen_table_finance/content.blubrry.com/kitchen_table_finance/Kitchen_Table_S4_Ep29.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadTaxes aren’t usually described as “big and beautiful,” but the new tax bill brings plenty of changes worth understanding. In this episode of Kitchen Table Finance, Nick sits down with Matt Cooper, CPA and owner of Matthew Accounting in DeWitt, Michigan, to unpack what […]

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retirement headlines June and July

S4E28 – Financial Planning Headlines – June and July

https://media.blubrry.com/kitchen_table_finance/content.blubrry.com/kitchen_table_finance/Kitchen_Table_S4_Ep28.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadWelcome back to Kitchen Table Finance, the podcast where we serve up bite-sized financial advice to simplify your money and your life. Pull up a chair with hosts Dave Shotwell and Nick Nauta as they dive into the latest retirement and financial planning headlines […]

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grandparents retirement plans

S4E27 – How a Grandchild Can Change Your Retirement Plans

https://media.blubrry.com/kitchen_table_finance/content.blubrry.com/kitchen_table_finance/Kitchen_Table_S4_Ep27.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download When a grandchild arrives, it’s more than a joyful addition to the family — it can also bring new considerations for your retirement plan. In this episode of Kitchen Table Finance, Dave shares his own recent experience becoming a grandfather and how it’s […]

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Q2 2025

S4E26 – Q2 2025 Review & Outlook

https://media.blubrry.com/kitchen_table_finance/content.blubrry.com/kitchen_table_finance/Kitchen_Table_S4_EP26.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadWelcome back to Kitchen Table Finance with hosts Dave Shotwell and Nick Nonna! In this quarterly market update, Dave and Nick walk through the rollercoaster that was Q2 2025. From unexpected returns to ongoing uncertainty, this episode offers a grounded, no-nonsense take on what’s […]

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Msu Layoffs

Pending MSU Layoffs – Things to Consider

As you are no doubt aware, last week the Lansing State Journal reported that Michigan State University won’t be able to achieve financial stability without laying off staff. Michigan State, along with most other higher education institutions, is facing unprecedented budget upheaval and uncertainty. This is of course upsetting news. […]

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MSU Layoffs

S4E25 – Financial Planning in Uncertain Times: MSU Layoffs and Beyond

https://media.blubrry.com/kitchen_table_finance/content.blubrry.com/kitchen_table_finance/Kitchen_Table_S4_Ep25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadWith Michigan State University announcing potential layoffs and buyouts, financial anxiety is growing—not just in East Lansing, but across many university communities. In this episode, Dave and Nick share practical, down-to-earth advice for those facing employment uncertainty. This isn’t just for MSU employees—anyone experiencing […]

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empty nest to retirement

S4E24 – How Becoming Empty Nesters Impacts Your Retirement

https://media.blubrry.com/kitchen_table_finance/content.blubrry.com/kitchen_table_finance/Kitchen_Table_S4_Ep_24.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadWhen the kids move out and the house gets quieter, life—and your finances—enter a whole new chapter. In this episode, Dave and Nick talk about the often-overlooked financial opportunities (and pitfalls) that come with becoming an empty nester. From downsizing and budgeting to increasing […]

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June 2025 Headlines

S4E23 – June 2025 Retirement Headlines

https://media.blubrry.com/kitchen_table_finance/content.blubrry.com/kitchen_table_finance/Kitchen_Table_S4_Ep_23.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadIn this episode, Dave and Nick (back from vacation) tackle a wide mix of financial headlines so you don’t have to. From stock market shifts to Social Security panic, long-term care planning, and yes—even pet insurance—this episode covers the real-life stuff affecting your money […]

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