The Talk Pod

The Talk Pod

Information, instruction, advice, and commentary - guaranteed to provide seeds for your brain!

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June 11, 2025 3 mins

Creekside Conversations is the place where we discuss some of the questions--many of them the BIG questions--that most people wrestle with at one time or another during their lifetime. In some episodes, we might dive into questions like: What is life all about? Or, what's the difference between "my truth" and "the truth?" In others, we might explore the science & religion topic, and in still others, we may end up discussing what ha...

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ALIVE Books publisher, Eric Johnson, interviews Gary Hernbroth, author of "Twist the Familar: Your Playbook for Success, One Story at a Time."

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As the world reels from Russia's invasion of Ukraine, many Americans are focused on gas prices and the stock market. But American author Ella Colic knows about the real cost of war. The real price is paid in lives lost, crushed dreams, experiencing terror, and having to leave everything behind--your family, your home, your friends, and your way of life. Ella didn't learn about this in a history class; she learned it from her family...
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In this podcast, ALIVE Magazine columnist, Certified Financial Planner and Certified Portfolio Manager, John Gardner, gives listeners some great advice on what to expect in the months ahead as the world emerges form the Covid-19 pandemic. Once again, John shares his wisdom, telling listeners about proven, time-tested rules you need to know to succeed over the long term in investing. While John specializes in counseling high net-wor...

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In this podcast, ALIVE Magazine columnist, Certified Financial Planner and Certified Portfolio Manager, John Gardner, recaps the "unprecedented" 2020 market, then explains how to successfully move forward using time-tested, conservative strategies in buying and selling stock options. Once again, John shares his wisdom, telling listeners about proven, time-tested rules you need to know to succeed over the long term in investing. Whi...

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The Talk Pod's wine and spirits expert, Elizabeth Kate, offers uplifting suggestions on how to say "Goodbye 2020" and celebrate the New Year with your favorite cocktail. It's time to let your hair down and let the good times roll!   

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December 10, 2020 17 mins

In this podcast episode of The Talk Pod, Eric Johnson discusses how massive media censorship impacted the 2020 election, and what needs to happen if Joe Biden truly believes he won the election, "fair and square." He points out how objective, critical thinking and common sense has been replaced by an all-to-easy acceptance of media-crafted narratives; ones designed to lead Americans even further away from critical thinking and soun...

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November 28, 2020 8 mins

Despite all that's happened in 2020, The Talk Pod's wine and spirits expert, Elizabeth Kate, reminds us we can all be thankful that some of the best wines in the world are found right here, in California. Celebrate the holidays with a bottle or two!  

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November 3, 2020 12 mins

Talk Pod Founder and ALIVE Magazine Publisher Eric Johnson discusses how we will "Beat the Virus," the differences between Biden's and Trump's outlook for our future. Will our path be one of liberty and personal responsibility, or one of government-managed strict control?     

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November 1, 2020 18 mins

Talk Pod Founder and ALIVE Publisher Eric Johnson discusses the main stream media censorship of the recent New York Post story about Joe Biden corruption and the bombshell revelations of Hunter Biden's ex-business partner, Tony Bobulinski. The media blackout and censorship of this story is a very real danger to our democracy, as more of this story will come to light in the days to come.   

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October 8, 2020 30 mins

In this podcast, ALIVE Magazine columnist, Certified Financial Planner and Certified Portfolio Manager, John Gardner, discusses market "bubbles." He explains what they are, provides historic  examples, and considers whether we are in one now. Once again, John shares his wisdom, telling listeners about proven, time-tested rules you need to know to succeed over the long term in investing. While John specializes in counseling high net...

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August 29, 2020 14 mins

In this podcast, ALIVE Magazine columnist, Certified Financial Planner and Certified Portfolio Manager, John Gardner, considers the 2020 election and how it may affect the stock market and the overall economy. Once again, John shares his wisdom, telling listeners about proven, time-tested rules you need to know to succeed over the long term in investing. While John specializes in counseling high net-worth investors, his sound advic...

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July 30, 2020 21 mins

In this podcast, ALIVE Magazine columnist, Certified Financial Planner and Certified Portfolio Manager, John Gardner, is at "halftime 2020", sharing a look back and a look forward for this year;  what happened, what's happening, and what he expects to happen in the months ahead. Once again, John shares his wisdom, telling listeners about the  proven, time-tested rules you need to know in order to succeed over the long term in inves...

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In this podcast, ALIVE Magazine columnist, Certified Financial Planner and Certified Investment Advisor, John Gardner, explains what are the “Six Keys to Retirement Planning.” Once again, John shares his wisdom, telling listeners about the  proven, time-tested rules you need to know in order to succeed over the long term in investing. While John specializes in counseling high net-worth investors, his sound advice is applicable to l...

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In this episode of The Talk Pod, wine and spirits expert Elizabeth Kate tells listeners all about the "All-American Original Whiskey," Bourbon.  

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April 26, 2020 18 mins

In this podcast, ALIVE Magazine columnist, Certified Financial Planner and Certified Investment Advisor, John Gardner, discusses the "Seven Things Investors Must Know. " By explaining these time-tested principles, John helps listeners successfully navigate complex financial concerns through this most difficult time. Let John's vast experience be your guide as he explains proven, time-tested rules you need to know in order to succee...

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March 25, 2020 22 mins

In this TalkPod episode, John provides listeners with an important update to his March 5th podcast.  The Coronavirus has changed lives worldwide, and damage done to the global financial markets is truly unprecedented. In this podcast, John offers a correction, as he now believes we should all prepare for an economic recession this year. 

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In this podcast, ALIVE Magazine columnist, Certified Financial Planner and Certified Investment Adviser, John Gardner provides some calming guidance regarding current market swings. John reminds listeners that making investment decisions based upon emotion is never a good strategy; stay calm, don’t panic, and think clearly and carefully. While John specializes in counseling high net-worth investors, his sound advice is applicable t...

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In this podcast, ALIVE Magazine columnist, Certified Financial Planner and Certified Investment Adviser, John Gardner gives us his annual outlook for the new year (2020). In this (part two) John discusses specifics about the global market. While John specializes in counseling high net-worth investors, his sound advice is applicable to listeners of all income levels. Listen and learn!

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In this podcast, ALIVE Magazine columnist, Certified Financial Planner and Certified Investment Adviser, John Gardner gives us his annual outlook for the new year (2020). In this (part one) John discusses specifics about the US market. While John specializes in counseling high net-worth investors, his sound advice is applicable to listeners of all income levels. Listen and learn!

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