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The CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningThrills & ChillsIn the latest episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo discusses how Tariffs impacted the global economy and what drove these decisions.2025-04-1414 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningRising Above The TideIn the latest episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo discusses how the media narrative and market volatility could impact our retirement planning and investment management efforts.2025-04-0312 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningIdes of March In the latest episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo reviews the recent market volatility, the contributing factors and then prioritize what may impact our retirement planning and investment management efforts.2025-03-1411 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement Planning2024 Year in ReviewIn this latest episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Registered Principal Andrew J. Costanzo, Jr. and Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo reflect on 2024 and outline what is on the horizon in 2025. 2024-12-2718 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningPre-Election Market Update: No Time Like Showtime In the latest episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo reviews the upcoming political election and how specific policy could impact the markets over the next year.2024-10-2215 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningMarket Update: Case of the Monday's In the latest episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo reviews the economy and how recent volatility could impact investors outlook over the coming months.2024-08-1212 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningMarket Update: Groundhog Day In the latest episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo reviews the most recent events in our economy and if the markets will see its volatility shadow.2024-04-2209 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningTheme Party In the latest episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo launches our 2024 CFG Investment Theme Party.2024-02-0212 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningPerception versus Reality In the latest episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo discusses the disconnect between the media and investor in assessing the health of today’s economy.2024-01-1009 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningMarket Update: 2023 Year In ReviewIn the latest episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo recaps 2023 for the markets and sets the stage for 2024. 2023-12-1913 min
United States of PTSDConquering Anxiety at ComiconSend us a textWe wanted to make a funny and light episode for season 2. Matt talks about how he navigated through his own anxiety by meeting celebrities. Shout of to Rhode Island Comicon 2023 and the celebrities who, unbeknownst to them, helped create a magical day for Matt.Special Thanks to Ally Sheedy, Gina Gershon, Mindy Cohn, and Paulo Costanzo as well as the ever lovely and fetching Cassandra Peterson.Mention in the podcast"wwww.theidioms.com Grantastic Designs LLC Facebook Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creato...2023-11-1345 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningMarket Update: Upgrade or Downgrade?In the latest episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo discusses this most recent market cycle.2023-08-2219 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningMarket Update: Remember This Moment In the latest episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo discusses this market cycle.2023-07-1215 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningDebt Ceiling: It Could Rain In the latest episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo discusses the debt ceiling negotiations and potential outcomes.2023-05-2512 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningMarket Update: Connecting to Your Purpose In the latest episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo discusses the most recent interest rate hike from the Federal Reserve and other important economic activity.2023-05-0812 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningMarket Update: Test of Endurance In the latest episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo discusses the headlines over the past month and how the markets have responded.2023-04-1419 min
Those Who Serve The Lord#161 | Inalienable: How Marginalized Kingdom Voices Can Help Save The American Church | Eric Costanzo, Daniel Yang, & Matthew SoerensTravis welcomes Eric Costanzo, Daniel Yang, & Matthew Soerens to the show to discuss their book, Inalienable: How Marginalized Kingdom Voices Can Help Save The American Church. This is a conversation about biblical hope. Henry Blackaby once said, "Find out where God is working and join him there." That's what this is about. God is working in the nations in a way reminiscent of Revelation 7:9-10 kind of way, "After this I saw a vast crowd, too great to count, from every nation and tribe and people and language, standing in front of the throne and before the...2023-03-311h 15The CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningMarket Update: Time Is Our Greatest AssetIn the latest episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo interviews Lauren Goodwin, Economist and Director of Portfolio Strategy at New York Life Investments for a timely market update. Lauren Goodwin is an Economist and Director of Portfolio Strategy at New York Life Investments. Lauren’s work focuses on mapping global macro and capital markets trends to asset management strategy. She is responsible for economic and market research, asset allocation, and thought leadership, providing regular insights through multi-media coverage and as host of the firm’s economic and market podcast, Market Matters. Laur...2023-03-1526 min
Re-integrateMATTHEW SOERENS on How Listening to Marginalized Christian Voices can Save AmericaDoes the American evangelical church need a wake-up call? Have we become unaware of our blind spots? Our guest on this episode is Matthew Soerens. Matthew is the U.S. Director of Church Mobilization for World Relief, where he helps evangelical churches understand the realities of refugees and immigration and to respond in ways guided by biblical values. He is also the national coordinator of the Evangelical Immigration Table. He previously coauthored Welcoming the Stranger and Seeking Refuge: On the Shores of the Global Refugee Crisis. His latest book, coauthored with Eric Costanzo and Daniel...2023-03-0455 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningMarket Update: Knowledge Builds Conviction In the latest episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo discusses the health of consumers, corporations, and the recent Federal Reserve activity.2023-02-2320 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningMarket Update: Surviving or ThrivingInvestment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo analyzes how a specific mindset can help us identify important planning tools to thrive during volatile times.2023-01-2521 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningMarket Update: Success versus SignificanceInvestment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo provides a market recap to kick off 2023 and why he is focused on working towards significance over short-term success.2023-01-1113 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningCFG 2022 State of the Union: Important AnnouncementsMatthew A. Costanzo is joined by Andrew J. Costanzo, Jr. to reflect on this past year, review important firm announcements and deliver a special holiday message from the CFG team. 2022-12-1918 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningMarket Update: Setting Expectations with Matthew A. CostanzoInvestment Advisor Representative Matthew Costanzo provides a market recap for November, the Federal Reserve’s speech and a look forward into 2023. 2022-12-0513 min
The Holy PostWhat in the World? EPISODE 4: The Mission of GodFor more than a century, the American church has been arguing about the exact scope and boundaries of God’s mission. Is the gospel narrowly about the redemption of people’s souls, or does it also care about redeeming the world, society, and broken systems? In other words, is justice part of God’s gospel mission? The way we answer that question has massive implications for what work we believe ultimately matters. This debate has torn the American church apart, but it’s not one shared by many of our sisters and brothers around the world where a holistic vision o...2022-12-051h 03
Good FaithWelcoming the Refugee and Immigrant, with Pastor Eric CostanzoThis week David and Curtis are joined by Eric Costanzo, a Southern Baptist pastor from Tulsa, Oklahoma who has led his own congregation in the practice of welcoming refugees and immigrants in their community. Eric is also the co-author of the book “Inalienable: How Marginalized Kingdom Voices Can Help Save the American Church”. Join us for this challenging discussion that, based on the number of times it’s mentioned in scripture (plus Jesus’ own experience as a displaced refugee), is an issue near to God’s own heart. -The Story Behind DeSantis’s Migrant Flights to Martha’s Vineyard (Ne...2022-11-1958 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningPost-Midterms Market Update with Matthew A. CostanzoIn the latest episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew Costanzo provides some context to how the midterm elections will impact how we view the markets.2022-11-1613 min
God‘s Story PodcastEric Costanzo - InalienableHow does the American (and the global) church decenter itself from its idols? Can people in the margins of life help us achieve this?
Brent and Ian talk with Eric Costanzo, a pastor and teacher from Tulsa, Oklahoma. Eric is executive director for Rising Village. Org, an organization with initiatives to help marginalized people.
Eric is the author (with Daniel Yang and Matthew Soerens) of a new IVP book called ‘Inalienable – How Marginalized Kingdom Voices Can Help Save The American Church’.
(1:00) Why Eric thinks the American church needs saving;
(2:25) Power and control in the church;
...2022-09-3027 minGod‘s Story PodcastEric Costanzo - InalienableHow does the American (and the global) church decenter itself from its idols? Can people in the margins of life help us achieve this?
Brent and Ian talk with Eric Costanzo, a pastor and teacher from Tulsa, Oklahoma. Eric is executive director for Rising Village. Org, an organization with initiatives to help marginalized people.
Eric is the author (with Daniel Yang and Matthew Soerens) of a new IVP book called ‘Inalienable – How Marginalized Kingdom Voices Can Help Save The American Church’.
(1:00) Why Eric thinks the American church needs saving;
(2:25) Power and control in the church;
...2022-09-3027 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningMarket Update with Invesco's Brian LevittInvesco Global Market Strategist, Brian Levitt, joins Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo in the latest episode of the CFG Podcast Series Brian Levitt is responsible for the development and communication of the firm’s investment outlooks and insights. He is also the co-host of Invesco’s “Greater Possibilities” podcast. He joined Invesco when the firm combined with OppenheimerFunds in 2019. He started at OppenheimerFunds in fixed income product management in 2000 and then transitioned into the macro and investment strategy group in 2005. He has also been quoted in the press, including Barron’s, Financial Times, and The Wall Street Jou...2022-09-1527 minThe Holy PostWhat In the World? EPISODE 3: The Word of GodThe Bible is one of God’s most important gifts to his people. Through it we discover who he is and become equipped to follow him in the world. But rather than a source of unity, for many Christians the Bible is a point of conflict and division—especially when we fail to recognize the difference between the Bible and our cultural interpretation of the Bible. My guest today, Lanre Williams-Ayedun, says one of best ways to overcome this danger is by engaging our sisters and brothers from other parts of the global church. When we listen to how they...2022-09-0954 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningMarket Update with Capital Group’s Mario DiVitoAmerican Funds (Capital Group) equity and multi-asset investment director, Mario DiVito, joins Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo in the latest episode of the CFG Podcast Series. Mario DiVito has 33 years of investment industry experience and has been with Capital Group for 17 years. Prior to joining Capital, Mario was a relationship manager at MFS Investment Management. Before that, he was a research analyst and an investment consultant at SEI Corporation.2022-08-2932 minThe Holy PostWhat in the World? EPISODE 2: The Image of God with Vinoth RamachandraWhat does it mean to see others as image-bearers of God? How is this warped by American individualism? And what happens to justice when we abandon God for idols—false images of God? Based on the book Inalienable by Eric Costanzo, Daniel Yang, and Matthew Soerens, in this episode Skye Jethani (co-host of The Holy Post) talks to Sri Lankan Christian leader Vinoth Ramachandra about the intersection of idolatry and mission. He explains how what we worship shapes us and our work in the world in unexpected ways, and that he believes the American church needs to admit to an...2022-08-1255 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningMarket Update with BlackRock’s Kurt ReimanBlackRock’s Senior Strategist for North America, Kurt Reiman, joins Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo in the latest episode of the CFG Podcast Series. Kurt Reiman, Managing Director, is a member of the BlackRock Investment Institute (BII) and Senior Strategist for North America. In this role, Kurt contributes to the formation of BII’s tactical investment views and delivers the team’s macroeconomic and financial market outlook to investment professionals and the media throughout the U.S. and Canada.2022-08-0237 min
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Title: Inalienable: How Marginalized Kingdom Voices Can Help Save the American Church
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The American church is at a critical crossroads. Our witness has been compromised, our numbers are down, and our reputation has been sullied, due largely to our own faults and fears. The church's ethnocentrism, consumerism, and syncretism have blurred the lines between discipleship and...2022-07-197h 01
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Title: Inalienable: How Marginalized Kingdom Voices Can Help Save the American Church
Author: Daniel Yang, Eric Costanzo, Matthew Soerens
Narrator: Lyle Blaker
Format: Unabridged
Length: 07:01:28
Language: English
Release date: 07-19-22
Publisher: Christianaudio.com
Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Christianity
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The American church is at a critical crossroads. Our witness has been compromised, our numbers are down, and our reputation has been sullied, due largely to our own faults and fears. The church's ethnocentrism, consumerism, and syncretism have blurred the lines between discipleship and partisanship.
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Listen to the Best Full Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, ChristianityInalienable: How Marginalized Kingdom Voices Can Help Save the American Church by Daniel Yang, Eric Costanzo, Matthew SoerensPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/591796 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Inalienable: How Marginalized Kingdom Voices Can Help Save the American Church Author: Daniel Yang, Eric Costanzo, Matthew Soerens Narrator: Lyle Blaker Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 7 hours 1 minute Release date: July 19, 2022 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 2 Ratings of Narrator: 4 of Total 1 Genres: Christianity Publisher's Summary: The American church is at a critical crossroads. Our witness has been compromised, our numbers are down, and our reputation has been sullied, due largely to our own faults and fears. The church's ethnocentrism, consumerism, and syncretism have blurred the lines between discipleship...2022-07-1905 minListen to the Best Full Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, ChristianityInalienable: How Marginalized Kingdom Voices Can Help Save the American Church by Daniel Yang, Eric Costanzo, Matthew SoerensPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/591796to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Inalienable: How Marginalized Kingdom Voices Can Help Save the American Church
Author: Daniel Yang, Eric Costanzo, Matthew Soerens
Narrator: Lyle Blaker
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 7 hours 1 minute
Release date: July 19, 2022
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 2
Ratings of Narrator: 4 of Total 1
Genres: Christianity
Publisher's Summary:
The American church is at a critical crossroads. Our witness has been compromised, our numbers are down, and our reputation has been sullied, due largely to our own faults and fears. The church's ethnocentrism, consumerism, and syncretism have blurred the lines between discipleship and...2022-07-197h 01The Holy PostWhat in the World? EPISODE 1: The Kingdom of God with Ruth Padilla DeBorstHow big is the scope of the gospel? What does God's kingdom include? And what happens when we discover the American church isn’t the center of it? Based on the book Inalienable by Eric Costanzo, Daniel Yang, and Matthew Soerens, in this episode Skye Jethani (co-host of The Holy Post) talks to theologian and missiologist Dr. Ruth Padilla DeBorst. With extensive experience in the Latin American church, Padilla DeBorst explains how popular American Christianity misunderstands the Kingdom of God, and how seeking the wisdom of the global church can guild the American church through its current crisis. "...2022-07-151h 02The Holy PostEpisode 517: Can the Global Church Save the American Church? with Matthew SoerensA network of global Christian churches have decided to combat climate change by divesting from gas and oil companies. But why aren’t any Protestant American churches participating, and do climate activists care that efforts to replace fossil fuels disproportionately harm the poor? And a new article by Beth Allison Barr examines the difference between the political pro-life movement and the biblical pro-life ethic. Then, Matthew Soerens is back to discuss the new book he’s co-authored with Eric Costanzo and Daniel Yang, “Inalienable: How Marginalized Kingdom Voices Can Help Save the American Church.” As white evangelicals lose the...2022-07-131h 25The CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningCFG News: Midyear OutlookInvestment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo provides a midyear outlook and looks ahead to what we can expect in the rest of 2022 in the latest episode of the CFG Podcast Series.2022-07-1115 min
Stories from The WellEpisode 6: Eric Costanzo pt 2In our 6th episode of Stories from The Well, Denise & Anthony continue our conversation with author and pastor, Eric Costanzo about his new book, "Inalienable" written with Matthew Soerens and Daniel Yang.2022-07-0345 minStories from The WellEpisode 5: Eric Costanzo pt 1In our 5th episode of Stories from The Well, Denise & Anthony talk with author and pastor, Eric Costanzo about his new book, "Inalienable" written with Matthew Soerens and Daniel Yang.2022-07-0340 min
The Common Good PodcastDaniel Yang talks about his new book “Inalienable How Marginalized Kingdom Voices Can Help Save the American Church”(00:00-10:05): Politicians are already climbing over each other to grandstand after the Texas school shooting. Brian and Aubrey talked about whether or not any constructive solutions will eventually emerge from this debate. (10:05-18:49): The Southern Baptist Convention’s Executive Committee released a list of pastors who had been credibly accused of abuse. Brian and Aubrey shared their reaction. (18:49-28:37): When Christianity becomes cringe: Counting down the best/worst Christian bumper stickers. (28:37-36:12): Matthew McConaughey is a native of Uvalde, Texas and released a statement about the shooting this week. (36:12-47:03): Daniel Ya...2022-05-2756 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningCFG News: Market UpdateWith recent volatility in the markets, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo provides another market and economy update on the latest news. 2022-05-2412 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningCFG News: Market UpdateWith recent volatility in the markets, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo provides a market and economy update in the latest episode of the CFG Podcast Series.2022-05-1018 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningCFG's Important AnnouncementMatthew A. Costanzo and Andrew J. Costanzo, Jr. share CFG's important announcement. 2022-04-2916 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningCFG News: Market Update Part Six with Matthew CostanzoIn this episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo provides a market and economy update2022-01-2814 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningCFG News: Market Update Part Five with Matthew CostanzoIn this episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo provides a market and economy update:2022-01-1418 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningCFG 2021 Year-End RecapIn this special episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Matthew A. Costanzo is joined by Andrew J. Costanzo, Jr. to reflect on this past year’s successes. Matt and Andy also discuss the economy and their future vision for CFG.2021-12-2129 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningCFG News: Market Update Part Four with Matthew CostanzoIn this episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo provides a market and economy update.2021-12-0913 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningCFG News: Market Update Part Three with Matthew CostanzoIn this episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo provides a market and economy update.2021-12-0112 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningCFG News: Market Update Part Two with Matthew CostanzoIn part two of CFG News Updates, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo provides a market and economy update.2021-11-1814 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningCFG News: Market Update with Matthew CostanzoOver the past year, we have been learning a lot from our listeners. We have found that our clients want to know more about current events and ultimately how that relates to their retirement planning and investment management efforts. To meet that need, we are moving forward with delivering a series of short episodes to keep you informed. In this episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo provides a market and economy update.2021-10-2913 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningEconomic Update with BlackRock’s Tushar YadavaIn this episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo is joined by BlackRock’s Director of Multi-Asset Strategy & Solutions & Senior Strategist for the Target Allocation Portfolios, Tushar Yadava. Matt and Tushar discuss a variety of topics with a focus on the latest in the global and U.S. markets.2021-09-2135 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningThe Psychology of InvestingIn this episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo joins Mitchell Stehly to conclude our short summer series. In this episode, we discuss the psychology of investing.2021-08-2412 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningInformation Security with Mathew A. CostanzoIn this episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo joins Mitchell Stehly to continue our new series in which we will release short episodes on current issues and topics at the forefront of national conversations regarding the market and economy. In this episode, we discuss information security2021-08-1114 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningComparing the Economy Pre-Pandemic and Post-PandemicIn this episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo joins Mitchell Stehly to continue our new series in which we will release short episodes on current issues and topics at the forefront of national conversations regarding the market and economy. In this episode, we discuss some key market and economy indicators as it relates to where we were pre-pandemic, during the pandemic and where we are now.2021-07-2917 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningCryptocurrency with Mathew A. CostanzoIn this episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo joins Mitchell Stehly to continue our new series in which we will release short episodes on current issues and topics at the forefront of national conversations regarding the market and economy. In this episode, we discuss the basics of cryptocurrency2021-07-2713 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningEmployee Savings PlansIn this episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo joins Mitchell Stehly to continue our new series in which we will release short episodes on current issues and topics at the forefront of national conversations regarding the market and economy. In this episode, we discuss employee savings plans.2021-07-1411 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningMarket 101 with Mathew A. CostanzoIn this episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo joins Mitchell Stehly to continue our new series in which we will release short episodes on current issues and topics at the forefront of national conversations regarding the market and economy. In this episode, we have a “Market 101” discussion in which we cover the basics of exchanges, indexing, investing, managing risk and more.2021-07-1210 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningLow Interest Savings AccountsIn this episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo joins Mitchell Stehly to continue our new series in which we will release short episodes on current issues and topics at the forefront of national conversations regarding the market and economy. In this episode, we discuss what we are seeing with low interest rates in savings accounts.2021-07-0109 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningSupply Chain Triggers Rising Costs and Loss of Customer ExperienceIn this episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo joins Mitchell Stehly to continue our new series in which we will release short episodes on current issues and topics at the forefront of national conversations regarding the market and economy. In this episode, we discuss how supply chain has triggered rising costs and the loss of the customer experience.2021-07-0110 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningGovernment Spending Discussion with Matthew A. CostanzoIn this episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo joins Mitchell Stehly to continue our new series in which we will release short episodes on current issues and topics at the forefront of national conversations regarding the market and economy. In this episode, we discuss government spending.2021-06-1711 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningInflation Discussion with Matthew A. CostanzoIn this episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Investment Advisor Representative Matthew A. Costanzo joins Mitchell Stehly to kick off a new series in which we will release short episodes on current issues and topics at the forefront of national conversations regarding the market and economy. In this episode, we discuss inflation.2021-06-1512 min
Lawn Chair SportsEpisode 15: NFL Draft | NBA Playoffs | Mayweather vs PaulEpisode 15 | Lawn Chair SportsThis episode is definitely not one you will want to miss. So grab your drink, grab your Lawn Chair and join the boys in another episode of Lawn Chair Sports.The boys are back and this time with their first Youtube Episode! The Lawn Chair Sports crew dives into May and Mental Health. Carlos and the boys give their take on how mental health is not only affecting them but the sports industry.Then the post draft talks arise. We find out whos the biggest winners and losers of t...2021-05-0846 min
Stadium Scene’s Main EventTen Minutes With... Max Costanzo - Lawnchair SportsToday we are joined by Max Costanzo of LawnChair Sports podcast. Before we begin, D.J. breaks the shocking news that Michael Strahan posted to social media that he went to a cosmetic dentist and filled his trademark "gap" between his front two teeth. He's been out of the league for over a decade now, why now?
Max kicks off the episode talking about his time at Florida Gulf Coast University and how he met his partners, first Matthew "Coach" Landers, and then his two other partners Michael Ortega and Carlos Arias.
Next, he talks about...2021-03-3121 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningEconomic Update with BlackRock’s Kurt ReimanBlackRock’s Kurt Reiman joins Investment Advisor Representative Matthew Costanzo for an important economic and market update. Kurt Reiman, Managing Director, is a member of the BlackRock Investment Institute (BII) and Senior Strategist for North America. In this role, Kurt contributes to the formation of BII’s tactical investment views and delivers the team’s macroeconomic and financial market outlook to investment professionals and the media throughout the U.S. and Canada. Kurt earned his degree in Business and Economics from the State University of New York College at Plattsburgh, and his M.S. degree in International Relati...2021-03-1853 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningMaximizing Your Prime Earning Years with Matthew Costanzo and Mitchell StehlyIn this episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Matthew A. Costanzo joins Mitchell Stehly to provide a market update and discuss how you or someone you know can maximize the prime earning years stage of the financial planning lifecycle.2021-03-0540 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningThe Planning Lifecycle with Matthew Costanzo and Mitchell StehlyMatthew A. Costanzo joins Mitchell Stehly to provide a market update and discuss how you can actively prepare for each stage of the financial planning lifecycle.2021-02-1035 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningCFG 2020 Year-End RecapIn this episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Matthew A. Costanzo is joined by Andrew J. Costanzo, Jr. to reflect on this past year’s challenges and successes. Additionally, included is a special message from our operations team as we prepare to turn the page to 2021.2020-12-1740 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningElection Series: Part Four with Matthew A. CostanzoIn part four of the Election Series, Matthew A. Costanzo provides a quick update on what we have seen since election night. Matt discusses its impact on the markets and economy as a whole and begins to address what we can expect going forward.2020-11-1311 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningElection Series: Part Three with BlackRock’s Kate MooreIn part three of the Election Series, BlackRock’s head of Thematic Strategy for the Global Allocation Team, Kate Moore, joins Matthew A. Costanzo to discuss what lies ahead for the United States and Global economies as we approach election day.2020-10-2333 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningElection Series: Part Two with American Funds' David PolakMatthew A. Costanzo is joined by David Polak to continue our election series. David Polak is an equity investment director at Capital Group (American Funds), leading the investment specialist team for equities and representing a number of Capital Group’s global equity strategies. In addition, he is the global investment director for ESG. Matthew and David highlight some key economic indicators, discuss Capital Group’s equity and bond strategies and outline how Capital Group intends to navigate through volatility over the coming months2020-09-2939 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningElection Series: Part OneIn this episode of the CFG Podcast Series, Matthew A. Costanzo joins Mitchell Stehly to begin a new educational series focused on the upcoming election’s impact on the markets and economy as a whole. Matthew provides his thoughts on the important issues of this election, current market conditions and the pandemic’s impact on your portfolios.2020-09-2335 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningMarket Update with Cetera’s Gene GoldmanMatthew A. Costanzo welcomes Cetera’s Chief Investment Officer & Director of Research, Gene Goldman to the podcast. Mr. Goldman has more than 26 years of experience in the development of investment strategies, money manager research and overseeing investment analysts. He holds Series 7 and 63 securities registrations and is a Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA).2020-08-1038 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningMarket Outlook with BlackRock’s Russ Koesterich, CFA, JD.Matthew A. Costanzo and BlackRock's Russ Koesterich discuss the contrasts we see in our economy, how those contrasts are reported in the media and the overall impact on our investment strategies and market performance. Russ Koesterich is one of three Portfolio Managers for the BlackRock Global Allocation Fund, and is the lead portfolio manager for BlackRock’s GA Selects Managed Portfolio Strategies. Previously, Russ was BlackRock's Global Chief Investment Strategist and Chairman of the Investment Committee for the Model Portfolio Solutions business, and formerly served as the Global Head of Investment Strategy for scientific active equities.2020-07-1529 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningIMU Part 10: What Does Recovery Look Like?Andrew J. Costanzo Jr. and Matthew A. Costanzo bring you up to speed on what we have seen in the markets and economy since our last market update. Why has the market risen when nothing is certain? Unemployment rates remain staggeringly high – what has happened and where do we go from here? How have recent stimulus packages impacted the outlook of the economy? And of course, how do all of these factors impact the management of your portfolios?2020-06-2035 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningIMU Part 9: Managing your MindsetAndrew J. Costanzo Jr., Matthew A. Costanzo and two very special guests review the market events over the past weeks and emphasize the importance of managing your mindset in uncertain times. Economic recovery does not have to be complex if we stick to the fundamentals of simplicity and consistency.2020-05-0726 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningIMU Part 8: Light at the End of the Tunnel?Andrew J. Costanzo Jr. and Matthew A. Costanzo review and discuss the market events over the past week, our greatest economic challenges going forward, what industries will lead us out of this and what that will recovery process will look like. Matthew and Andrew also provide additional context to this bear market and reinforce the necessary tools to navigate your Investment and Retirement plans during periods of volatility.2020-04-1724 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningIMU Part 7: Keep Your Eyes on The HorizonAndrew J. Costanzo Jr. and Matthew A. Costanzo review and discuss the market events over the past week, CFG’s strategies for dealing with market volatility and the impact of recent legislation on your Investment and Retirement Planning efforts.2020-04-0320 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningIMU Part 6 with Andrew J. Costanzo, Jr and Matthew A. CostanzoAndrew J. Costanzo Jr. and Matthew A. Costanzo review the market events over the past week and discuss why it’s important to have more context and data before using words like “recession.” Additionally, Andrew and Matthew discuss how economic anxiety and partisanship can distort the messages we need to hear.2020-03-2730 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningYou Can Count on Us: IMU Part 5Matthew A. Costanzo reviews the events over the past week, the impact of COVID-19 on the global economy, how this market compares to others and what steps our organization has taken to ensure continuity of service.2020-03-2020 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningImportant Market Update: Part 3Andrew J. Costanzo, Jr. joins Matthew A. Costanzo to provide additional context to the current market conditions. 2020-03-1318 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningImportant Market Update: Part 2Matthew A. Costanzo further contextualizes the drivers behind the recent market volatility, addresses the potential impact to your portfolios and lays out our plan for managing risk over the coming months.2020-03-0918 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningImportant Market UpdateMatthew A. Costanzo provides an update on current market conditions. 2020-03-0315 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningMarket Update with BlackRock’s Kate MooreBlackRock’s head of Thematic Strategy for the Global Allocation Fund, Kate Moore, joins Matthew A. Costanzo to discuss what lies ahead for the United States and Global economies at the outset of 2020.2020-01-1519 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningInvestment & Retirement Planning Lifecycle - Roundtable DiscussionAndrew J. Costanzo, Jr., Matthew A. Costanzo, Brian D. Dick and Mitchell Stehly analyze the asset accumulation phase, the appropriate time to begin preparing for retirement and some key tools to assist you in managing retirement income over a lifetime.2019-10-0425 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningEducation PlanningBrian D. Dick and Matthew A. Costanzo address two very important areas that are central to the family finance conversation: the “money talk” and education saving plans.2019-08-1621 min
Welcome to the Lou Trek ShowThe Quality of Life, TNG S6 E09 Review, The Battle BridgeData discovers a group of robots that he believes qualify as lifeforms. Tiny little lifeforms…Precious little lifeforms….
Today James and Lou discuss (The Quality of Life) and what we think of it, with tonight’s guest host Matthew Degear.
Credit: Main Title Theme (TV Edit) was arranged by Dennis McCarthy and composed by Gerry Goldsmith and Alexander Courage
All audio used is copyrighted by CBS and Paramount and is intended to be used under the Fair Use doctrine for the purposes of review under the Copyright Act of 1976, 17 U.S.C. § 107. No infringement is intended. Any Take Do...2019-06-131h 42
Welcome to the Lou Trek ShowA Fistful of Datas, TNG S6 E08 Review, The Battle BridgeAfter a computer malfunction, Worf, his son Alexander Rozhenko, and Counselor Deanna Troi are trapped in an Old West holodeck program wherein the interactive characters physically resemble and have the same enhanced abilities as Data.
Today James and Lou discuss (A Fistful of Datas) and what we think of it, with tonight’s guest hosts Matthew Degear and Chris “The Teacher,” Johnson.
Credit: Main Title Theme (TV Edit) was arranged by Dennis McCarthy and composed by Gerry Goldsmith and Alexander Courage
All audio used is copyrighted by CBS and Paramount and is intended to be used under the Fa...2019-06-061h 20
Welcome to the Lou Trek ShowRascals, TNG S6 E07 Review, The Battle BridgeCaptain Picard, Ensign Ro, Guinan, and Keiko O’Brien are regressed physiologically to age 12 by a transporter accident, but retain their adult memories, resulting in different reactions from each. When rogue Ferengi hijack the Enterprise, the young crewmembers, along with Alexander Rozhenko, lead the revolt.
Today James and Lou discuss (Rascals) and what we think of it, with tonight’s guest host Matthew Degear.
Credit: Main Title Theme (TV Edit) was arranged by Dennis McCarthy and composed by Gerry Goldsmith and Alexander Courage
All audio used is copyrighted by CBS and Paramount and is intended to be used...2019-05-301h 50
Welcome to the Lou Trek ShowTrue Q, TNG S6 E06 Review, The Battle BridgeI have my new permanent schedule, so I’m hoping to get some consistency in this show. So please hang on with us as we get into a rhythm, one that includes me working an overnight shift…zzzzZZZZzzzzz. On to the show.
Q once again graces the Enterprise with a visit, claiming that a young intern aboard is really a Q.
Today James and Lou discuss (True Q) and what we think of it, with tonight’s guest host Matthew Degear.
Credit: Main Title Theme (TV Edit) was arranged by Dennis McCarthy and composed by Gerry Goldsmith and Alex...2019-05-231h 27The CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningRisk ManagementMatthew A. Costanzo joins the show to outline the tools necessary to insulate your retirement plan and investment management strategy from emerging risk. How do we make sure that your retirement income is durable over a 20 to 30-year period and is not dramatically impacted by any number of factors that a family may face over the course of their lives?2019-05-0832 minThe CFG Podcast Series: Retirement PlanningConstructing Your Investment Strategy Andrew J. Costanzo, Jr. and Matthew A. Costanzo lead a roundtable discussion regarding best practices to consider when designing a comprehensive investment strategy that aims to serve your short, medium and long-term financial objectives. The panel discusses the role that the investment strategy plays in the retirement planning process and how it needs to be managed over time.2019-03-1335 min
Red Velvet Media ®Kris Gruen; New Music & Tour “Coast & Refuge”Kris Gruen writes songs about grownup life infused with a mystic wonder, softening the world’s sharp edges like a glass of exceptionally fine bourbon. Kris grew up steeped in classic records. His Americana influenced new folk is grounded in the tradition of great narrative songwriters like Cat Stevens and Paul Simon and yet Kris’s voice is strikingly current. A New York City native who’s put down roots in Vermont, Kris effortlessly blends sagacious wit and emotional depth. The new album Coast & Refuge is an album both about and created by partnerships where the sonic and thematic threads feel co...2018-07-271h 29
Welcome to the Lou Trek ShowPower Play (no for real this time), TNG S5 E15 Review, The Battle BridgeAlien entities take over the minds of Data, Troi, and Miles O’Brien. And maybe Lou as well.
Today James and Lou discuss (Power Play) and what we think of it, with tonight’s guest host Matthew Degear, who by the way I want to thank for catching the flub from last show. I promise, this week it’s the real power play..
Credit: Main Title Theme (TV Edit) was arranged by Dennis McCarthy and composed by Gerry Goldsmith and Alexander Courage
You can download the MP3 version of this show by clicking here. (might have to right...2017-11-091h 24
Welcome to the Lou Trek ShowThe Outcast, TNG S5 E17 Review, The Battle Bridge – OOPS posted out of order.Riker falls in love with Soren, a member of an androgynous race known as the J’naii, who dares to be female.
Today James and Lou discuss (The Outcast) and what we think of it, with tonight’s guest host Matthew Degear. Since this show is being posted around Halloween time, at least here in the US, there is a little musical treat included.
Credit: Main Title Theme (TV Edit) was arranged by Dennis McCarthy and composed by Gerry Goldsmith and Alexander Courage
You can download the MP3 version of this show by clicking here. (might have to r...2017-10-271h 56