Episodes

In this episode, Ryan and Alex discuss what leverage in your portfolio is and how you can use it to your benefit. The beer of the day is the Samish Haze IPA from Black Raven Brewing. If you would like to learn more about this beer, visit their website...

In this episode, Alex discusses why we discuss retirement planning with people in their 20s and 30s. The beer of the day is Deviation Works from Fort George Brewing in Portland, OR. If you would like to learn more about their beer, please visit their...

In this week's episode, Ryan and Alex discuss the recent market volatility and what you should or can do about it?  The beer of the day is the Bourbon County Stout from Goose Island. If you would like to learn more about this beer, please visit...

In this episode, Ryan and Alex discuss four areas of your finance that you should look at other than rate of return. The beer of the day is Cinq Cents Chimay. If you would like to learn more about this beer, please visit their website If you would...

In this episode, Ryan and Alex discuss how to prepare your parents and yourself financially as they get older. The beer of the day is the African Amber from Mac and Jack's brewery in Redmond, WA. If you would like to learn more about this beer, please...

In this episode, Ryan and Alex discuss the 3 elements they think will bring you financial success. The beer of the week is Hop Venom from Boneyard Beer. If you would like to learn more about this beer, please visit their website If you would like to...

In this week's episode, Ryan and Alex discuss the difference between the job of a financial planner and tax preparer. The beer of the day is Cloud Mentality hazy IPA from 10 Barrel Brewing. If you would like to learn more about this beer, please visit...

In this week's podcast, Ryan and Alex discuss how to make your decisions after doing research instead of just hearing something and making moves.  The beer of the day is Wanderlust IPA from Breakside Brewing in Portland, OR. If you would like to...

In this week's episode, Ryan and Alex discuss the 3 signs it is time for you to hire a financial advisor. The beer of the week is the Inversion IPA from Deschutes Brewery. If you would like to learn more about their beer, please visit their website ...

In this episode, Ryan and Alex discuss the difference between marginal and effective tax brackets. Understanding this will be very helpful for preparing for retirement. The beer of the day is the Scotch Ale by Boundary Bay in Bellingham, WA. If you...

In this episode, Ryan interviews Amanda Grossman with Jessica Nguyen. Amanda is a Certified Financial Education Instructor, winner of the 2017 Plutus Foundation Grant to create a kid money program (the Mt. Everest Money Simulation: A Kid's Educational...

In this episode, Ryan and Alex discuss what the value of a financial advisor is and what they can do for you. The beer of the day is the Good Neighbors Stout from Valley House Brewing in Duvall, Washington. If you want to learn more about their beers,...

In this episode, Ryan and Alex continue their series on teaching kids about money. This episode focuses on kids aged 8-11. The beer of the week is the Gutterball Hazy IPA from Ten Pin Brewing. If you would like to learn more about this beer, please...

In this week's episode, Ryan and Alex discuss the fees you pay in your portfolio and why you pay them.  The beer of the day is Fly Jack from Firestone Walker Brewing Company. If you would like to learn more about this beer, please visit their...

In this episode, Ryan interview Kristen Blosser, a Personal Lines Insurance Producer at Sprague Israel Giles, LLC. They discuss common misunderstandings around home and auto insurance. If you would like to reach out to Kristen, you can call her at...

In this week's episode, Ryan and Alex begin our series on educating your children about money. This podcast focuses on children aged 4-7. The beer of the week is Hop Session IPA from Dru Bru in Washington. To learn more about this beer, please visit...

In this episode, Ryan interviews estate planning attorney Jenny Ling of Seattle, WA. She covers the importance of having your affairs in order, the difference between a will and a trust and why you don't want to wait to get this taken care of. ...

In this episode, Ryan and Alex talk about bonus and RSU season. Do you have a plan for this year's bonus?  The beer of the day is the Robust Porter from Reubens Brewing in Seattle, WA. If you would like to learn more about this beer, please visit...

In this episode, Ryan and Alex continue their discussion on the volatility of the stock market and advise what you should do. The beer of the week is the Starway Stout from Barrel Mountain Brewing. If you would like to learn more about their beer,...

In this week's episode, Ryan and Alex discuss the volatility in the stock market due to the Ukraine crisis and inflation in the US. The beer of the day is the Community Fresh Hop from Valley House Brewing in Duvall, WA. To learn more about their beer,...

In this episode, Ryan speaks with Aaron Crossley, a mortgage loan consultant and team manager with Caliber Homes based in Kirkland, WA. If you have thought about purchasing a home lately but are unsure what is happening with the mortgage industry,...

In this week's podcast, Ryan and Alex discuss the three mistakes that most people make when going into retirement and how to mitigate those mistakes. The beer of the day is the Resolution IPA from Mac and Jack's in Washington. If you would like to...

In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan and Alex break down what everyone wants most out of their financial life, flexibility. The beer of the day is the Fresh Haze IPA from Deschutes Brewery. If you would like to learn more about their beer, please...

Happy 2022! In this week's podcast, Ryan and Alex discuss why they started this podcast over two years ago and the value it can bring to you. The beer of the week is the Giggly Blonde Ale from Gig Harbor Brewing. If you would like to learn more about...