Saturday Morning Muse

In this episode of Saturday Morning Muse, Andy delves into the basics of investment returns, emphasizing the importance of understanding different types of returns such as nominal, real, holding period, and total returns. The discussion also touches on the historical development of return calculations and the significance of the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) in comparing investments over time. Andy encourages listeners to be i...

In this episode of Saturday Morning Muse, Andy explores the concept of inflation, its historical context, and the implications of monetary policy on everyday life. He discusses the various types of inflation, including demand-pull, cost-push, monetary, and expectational inflation, and illustrates these concepts with historical examples, particularly the Great Recoinage of 1696. Andy emphasizes the importance of understanding inflat...

In this episode of Saturday Morning Muse, Andy explores the historical tension between the moral objections to charging interest and the economic necessity for credit. It traces the evolution of interest from ancient civilizations, through religious prohibitions, to modern acceptance, highlighting the innovative financial practices that emerged to reconcile these conflicting views. The discussion emphasizes the ongoing challenge of...

In this episode of Saturday Morning Muse, Andy discusses the concept of interest, exploring its fundamental role in economics as the price of time. He explains how interest rates are determined by factors such as inflation, real returns, and risk compensation. The discussion also covers the calculation of simple interest and the implications of understanding interest for personal financial decisions. Temte highlights the historical...

In this episode of Saturday Morning Muse, Andy explores the historical roots of banking, tracing its origins back to the Crusades and the role of the Knights Templar. He discusses how the need for secure wealth storage during the Crusades led to the development of early banking practices, including the issuance of letters of credit. The conversation also delves into the evolution of usury laws and their implications for modern bank...

In this episode of Saturday Morning Muse, Andrew Temte delves into the history of money, focusing on the evolution of coinage from ancient Rome to modern monetary policy. He discusses the significance of financial literacy, the role of governments in establishing trust in currency, and the implications of currency debasement and inflation. The episode concludes with a reflection on the responsibilities of modern central banks in ma...

In this special Father's Day edition of Saturday Morning Muse, Andrew Temte reflects on the essential role of fathers in shaping their children's lives. He shares a top 10 list of skills that every dad should focus on, emphasizing the importance of self-love, emotional intelligence, and financial literacy. Temte encourages fathers to embrace their journey of continuous improvement and to model these skills for their children, highl...

In this episode of the Saturday Morning Muse, Andrew Temte discusses the evolution of money, emphasizing the critical role of trust and confidence in economic systems. He explores how governments have historically been involved in issuing money to enhance trust, referencing the Code of Hammurabi as an early legal framework. The conversation also touches on the U.S. dollar's status as a reserve currency and the implications of the U...

In this episode of Saturday Morning Muse, Andrew Temte emphasizes the importance of financial literacy and understanding the history of trade and economics. He discusses the Smoot-Hawley Act of 1930, its implications on modern economic policies, and the lessons that can be learned from it. Temte highlights the significance of stability, consumer confidence, and the interconnectedness of the global economy, urging listeners to consi...

In this episode of Saturday Morning Muse, Andrew Temte reflects on Memorial Day and discusses the history and functions of money, focusing on credit transactions. He explains how credit transactions emerged from the need for trade in ancient economies and highlights the importance of understanding credit and debt in today's consumer-driven economy. Temte emphasizes the historical context of credit and debt, noting the unsustainable...

In this episode of Saturday Morning Muse, Andrew Temte explores the evolution of trade from barter systems to modern currency. He discusses the inefficiencies of barter, such as the double coincidence of wants and the challenges of measuring value. Temte highlights the historical advancements that arose from the need to improve trade, including the development of writing, measurement systems, and currency. He emphasizes the importa...

In this episode of Saturday Morning Muse, Andrew Temte explores the foundational concepts of trade and macroeconomics through a hypothetical economy consisting of two regions: Fruit Land and Protein Land. He discusses the advantages of trade, the impact on societal well-being, and the necessity of education and retraining for those affected by economic changes. The conversation sets the stage for future discussions on currency and ...

In this episode of Saturday Morning Muse, Andrew Temte discusses common blunders related to risk tolerance that investors often make. He emphasizes the importance of understanding personal risk tolerance, the dangers of following the crowd, and the necessity of doing thorough research before making investment decisions. Temte also highlights the need for periodic reassessment of risk tolerance and the impact of cognitive biases on ...

What are the Factors that Influence Your Tolerance for Risk? In today’s episode of Saturday Morning Muse, Andy explores the concept of risk tolerance in personal finance and discusses various factors that influence an individual's willingness and ability to take risks in investments. He emphasizes the importance of understanding one's financial goals, time horizon, age, income, existing portfolio size, knowledge, and stress toleran...