Something More With Chris Boyd Show Podcasts

In the first hour, Brian & Lisa from AMR co-host with Chris.  They welcome Stephen D. Oliner, Economist, Scholar & Senior Adviser of AEI's Center on Housing Markets & Finance. They discuss adjustable rate mortgages, incentives to build at the local level, streamlining the permit process, housing supply, inflation, economic indicators and more! Listen in to a great show!

In the second hour, Chris and the staff at AMR talk "financial planning for tax reasons" at year end, Brian answers the question, "what is max draw down", tariffs, and shares information from the JP Morgan conference he attended.  Lisa asks "Do you feel that people are getting out from under their debit in this good economy?"  "Great show! 

In the first hour, Chris interviews Joseph Antos, Ph.D & Scholar in Heathcare & Retirement policy from American Enterprise Institute. Topics range from the cost & quality of healthcare, a "single payer system", prescription drug costs, and more! Listen in!

In the second hour, Chris & Mike discuss the 10 years since the Lehman crash. Chris plays archived show clips from 2008, including the famous "Jim Cramer" recording.  They talk lessons learned, what "good credit" & "job history" means, valuations, rates, & more. Listen in!

In the first hour, Chris interviews Eric "Rick" Hanushek, Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institute-Stanford University to discuss income inequality, the quality of the workforce, & teacher quality as they relate to education.  Mike Burton from Slade Mortgage joins Chris in the studio to talk markets, 10 years after the Lehman Brothers crash & more. Chris takes calls! Listen in!

In the second hour, Chris & the staff welcome back Andrew Gottlieb, Executive Director of the Association to Preserve Cape Cod in celebration of their 50th Anniversary! He shares information on water quality, discussion of the closure of the Pilgrim Power Plant, causes of algae growth in our ponds, lakes & bays, & the Cape's daily population in the summer & the costs associated with it. www.APCC.org. Great show! 

In the first hour, Chris & the staff of AMR welcome Dr. Aparna Mathur, Resident Scholar in Economic Policy studies at the American Enterprise Institute, specializing in income inequality & the Paid Family-Medical Leave Act. She shares with the audience a recent study she directed as part of the AEI-Brookings working group focusing on family paid leave. The conversation continues with a discussion on income inequality. Sign up for AMR's medicare seminar TODAY, for more information, visit www.AMRFinancial.com!

In the second hour, Chris welcomes John Pappalardo, CEO of the Cape Cod Fishermen's Alliance to the show!  John shares their history & purpose, the Blue Economy Project & their work focusing on assessing the needs of today's fisherman, providing healthy oceans & strong fisheries for the next generation. Go to their website & check out their home page video! www.capecodfishermen.org. Great show! 

Great Labor Day weekend show! In the first hour, Chris welcomes Bob Mauterstock, CFP, ChFC-Owner & Founder of the Gift of Communication & Plan4Life, LLC, author & accomplished speaker in the studio.  He discusses the Metlife Study of Elder Financial Abuse, the "costs" to the economy, which seniors are targeted, including the three types of crimes committed. Bob also shares some of his personal examples of elder abuse, helpful hints in prevention, & information on the Senior Safe Act of 2017. www.plan4lifenow.com. Scott Liebkemann calls in with the Slade Mortgage minute. 

In the second hour, Chris welcomes Ray Tamasi, who served as President & CEO of Gosnold for 25 years.  He shares information on the opioid crisis, Govenor Charlie Baker's initiatives, statistics surrounding addiction in the United States, stigmatization, the neuroscience behind addiction & the cost to the economy. Great interview, you won't want to miss it!

In the first hour, Chris interviews Mary Gaffney, Esq. from the Office of Patricia J. Mello-PC, specializing in Estate & Medicaid planning. Mary discusses the importance of younger couples having an estate plan, life insurance, & key documents that are important in your plan. She also shares information on irrevocable vs revocable trusts and Mass Health. www.AttorneyMello.com.

In the second hour, Chris welcomes Neal Holmgren, Principal from Solar Rising to talk solar! Neal shares with the listeners how he got started in the business, the process of getting started with solar energy, tax credits & answers the common question, "Do I need to have a new roof installed on my house?" www.solarrising.net Mike Burton calls in with the Slade Mortgage Minute on debit consolidation & rates. Chris takes calls from listeners! 

In the first hour, Chris interviews Alex Brill, Economist & AEI Resident Fellow & fmr. Policy Director & Chief Economist of the House Ways & Means Cmt. to the show!  Alex discusses the economic cycle, inflation, tax cuts & the Corporate tax rate. Chris asks Alex what his thoughts are on President Trump's strategy on tariffs.  Alex shares with the listeners Republican Rep. Carlos Curbelo's proposed carbon tax. Great interview!

Kathy has a packed second hour of the show!  She welcomes Marilyn Nouri- co founder of “Bay to Sound Neighbors”, a group that focuses on supporting elders stay in their homes longer. www.baytosoundneighbors.org. Her next guest, Anne Grammar, co-founder of Grandmothers Against Gun Violence speaks on reducing gun violence and grants offered for youth working on gun violence prevention. www.capdcodgag.org. To close out the hour, Margy Mahrdt- Cape Cod area coordinator for Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America discusses how the organization was founded & why she got involved. www.momsdemandaction.org. Listen in!

Kathy Schatzberg, Educator, Writer, Organizational Planner & Owner/ CEO of Bearwell Strategies guest hosts!  She welcomes Rabbi David Freelund of the Cape Cod Synagogue to the studio. David shares information on the synagogue, his experience in Jerusalem, the Western Wall, & the differences between Jewish religious communities.  Kathy & David discuss their experiences during their stay in Israel & Palestine. Listen in for a great show!

In the second hour, Mike wraps up the first set of interviews with a discussion on the importance of title insurance & the significance of a "pre-approval." Brian talks markets, rates, GDP, soybeans, inflation, Facebook & more!  Lisa closes out the hour with a segment on the importance of sleep.  

Mike Burton is in the hot seat with Brian and Lisa of AMR! In the first hour, they are joined by local professionals Chuck Lindberg from Regent Real Estate, www.RegentRE.com 508.922.7653 & Rebecca Moore Esq. from Rebecca Moore Law offices in Sandwich, 774.413.9158. Topics include buying & selling a home, getting "realistic" when setting a home price, contingencies, knowing what you are signing, putting "things" in writing & more!  

In the second hour, Chris shares with the listeners points of the financial pyramid, 3 ways to calculate insurance needs & Saul from Bourne calls with a question for Chris on Bitcoin and more! Listen in.

Chris welcomes a panel of guests from The "Fix" Coalition, Wendy Northcross-Pres. & CEO of the Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce, Marie Oliva-Pres. & CEO of the Cape Cod Canal Reg. Chamber, Susan Moran-Attorney & member of the Barnstable County Economic Dev. Council & Melinda Galant-Realtor with Robert Paul Properties. They discuss the traffic concerns in the canal area, including intersections leading to the bridges & the need for a reliable transportation system to & from Cape Cod. Interested in learning more on the traffic study, visit https://www.mass.gov/cape-cod-canal-transportation-study. 

In the second hour, Chris shares current news stories, his thoughts on recent market articles, & more! Mike Burton calls in with the SMM. Kevin Matthews asks Chris,"When you have extra money, & you are looking forward in your financial future, what is the best way to spend it?" Great question, listen in for the answer!