As we move through January 2026, the markets are at all-time highs, but the "smooth sailing" narrative is starting to show some cracks. In this episode, Colin and Wheeler explore the "lull" currently happening under the hood of the economy and ...

How much of your life is run by systems you didn’t actually choose? In this episode, Colin and Wheeler dive deep into the invisible frameworks that govern our daily lives—from the "crutches" we lean on to the digital noise that drains our focus...

In a world where the most valuable assets are no longer physical factories but "invisible" ideas, how do we measure what truly matters? In this episode, we sit down with Kai Wu, founder of Sparkline Capital, to explore the shift from a tangible...

Welcome to the Season 2 premiere of the Compound Growth podcast! As we step into 2026, hosts Collin and Wheeler reflect on the lessons of the past year and move away from the "silly New Year’s resolutions" that rarely stick. Instead, the...

As we close the chapter on 2025, Colin and Wheeler sit down for a candid reflection on a year that arrived like a "tantruming child". From the initial volatility of tariff shocks and technology fears to the eventual acceptance of a market that ...

Welcome to our chaotic but festive episode, where we take a break from the usual financial deep dives to argue and rank our favorite Christmas movies! From the timeless charm of Elf to the highly debatable holiday status of Die Har...

Colin and Wheeler unpack the profound meaning behind Rick Rubin's quote: "Great is better than now." They dive deep into the concept of deferred gratification and how prioritizing the "great" future over the "good enough" present influen...

In this month’s "What Just Happened" recap, Colin and Wheeler take a look back at November to make sense of the mixed signals in the economy. We start by breaking down the shift in retail season—why Black Friday deals feel different this year a...

We kicked off this episode with a great question: What's a purchase you've never regretted? That surprising discussion then led us into a much deeper topic: gifting, legacy, and charitable giving. We unpack how intentional gifting...

This week's episode starts with a surprise: a script written by ChatGPT titled "The Costco Cart Incident". It involves a forgotten item, an unplanned kayak purchase, and an $842 receipt—a perfect, relatable anecdote illustrating the danger of t...

In this powerful episode, Colin and Wheeler welcome Tara Ryan, Co-founder and CEO of Confidante, an AI-driven platform supporting mothers as they navigate the invisible weight of modern motherhood. Tara opens up about the inspiration behind Con...

What if everything you thought you knew about October in the markets was wrong? In this episode, Wheeler and Colin dig into the so-called “October Effect” — why history says it’s a bad month for investors, and why this year flipped that narrati...

The “996” work culture — 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., six days a week — has found new life in Silicon Valley. But is working yourself to exhaustion really the key to success? In this episode, Wheeler and Colin sit down with returning guest Jessica Crow...

What does the American Dream really mean today? In this episode, Wheeler and Colin sit down with Tori to unpack how our idea of “making it” has evolved—from owning a home and climbing the corporate ladder to building a life defined by ...

When someone passes away suddenly, they often leave more than grief behind — they leave a financial mess. In this episode of Compound Growth, Colin and Wheeler unpack the emotional and logistical chaos that comes from poor estate plann...

Wheeler and Colin dissect September 2025's biggest financial shakeups in this monthly recap. The hosts explore the administration's unprecedented 100% tariff on branded pharmaceuticals without US manufacturing—an industry-specific policy that c...

Retirement is supposed to be the reward after decades of hard work—but what happens if your money doesn’t last as long as you do? In this episode of Compound Growth, Wheeler and Colin dig into one of the greatest financial anxieties pe...

Most people know they should have an emergency fund—but how much is enough, where should you keep it, and why does it matter so much? In this episode of Compound Growth, Wheeler and Colin dive deep into the psychology and stra...

In this episode of Compound Growth, Wheeler and Colin welcome a familiar face who’s usually behind the scenes—Tori Rothwell. From coordinating client outreach and marketing to keeping the team running smoothly, Tori wears many hats. To...

In this new monthly recap series, Wheeler and Colin break down the biggest stories shaping markets, technology, and culture. August was packed with surprises — from Taylor Swift’s engagement shattering internet records to markets continuing the...

Most of us have been told the same thing for years: “Always max out your retirement accounts.” But is that really the smartest move for everyone? In this episode of Compound Growth, Wheeler and Colin dig into the myths and realities of...

In this episode of Compound Growth, Wheeler and Colin sit down with Dr. Malcolm Rosenson—physician, leader, husband, father of four, and proud grandfather. Born and raised in New Orleans, Malcolm shares stories of the city’s unique cul...

In this episode of Compound Growth, Wheeler and Colin dive into a wide-ranging conversation on how our views of money, work, and success have evolved over the decades. They begin with a lighthearted (and slightly chaotic) story about h...

In this episode of Compound Growth, Wheeler and Colin welcome Andree Mohr, President of Integrated Partners, for a wide-ranging conversation on leadership, independence in financial advice, and the evolving role of AI. From her Canadian upbring...

In this episode of Compound Growth, Colin and Wheeler dive into the emotional and financial toll of fraud, unpacking real-life stories from their personal lives and the people around them. From a $2,000 church gift card scam to a fake ...