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Financial Files explores the stories, trends, and decisions that shape our financial world. From breaking down current market events to unpacking key concepts in personal finance, this podcast delivers clear, thoughtful insights without the jargon. We also dive into some of the most fascinating moments in financial history—uncovering what went wrong, what we can learn, and how it still impacts us today. Whether you're just getting started or already deep into the world of finance, Financial Files offers something for anyone curious about how money moves the world.

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The Panic of 1837

2026/05/11

In this episode, Braden breaks down the Age of Andrew Jackson and the resulting Panic of 1837. He breaks down the complex web of factors that set the American economy up for its biggest meltdown yet, and discusses the fallout that affected the economy and society for years to come.

The Panic of 1819

2025/09/29

In this episode, Braden continues the series on financial panics with the Panic of 1819, the first extended, multi-year crisis in the young nation's history. He talks about how the War of 1812 changed the US economy, how the chartering of the Second Bank of the US contributed to the crisis, and the effects of such a devastating nationwide panic. He breaks apart the US into its three key geographic groups: the North, South, and West, and discusses how each of these groups felt about and were affected by the Panic. Hope you enjoy!

How to Make Free Money with Credit Cards

2025/08/15

In this episode, Braden describes climbing the credit card ladder by gamifying it. He compares it to a video game, and how you start off as a noob with either no credit cards or a beginner credit card, and grow to a pro money making machine with a suite of credit cards. He details how you can level up your credit game to make free money with credit cards and put yourself on solid financial footing.

Panic of 1797

2025/07/25

Continuing with the Financial Panic series comes the second episode of 1797. Braden explores the complicated geopolitical situation in the mid 1790's, and how that affects the growing land speculation bubble in the US at the same time. He details the first financial panic caused by land speculation, but certainly not the last.

The Panic of 1792

2025/05/26

In this episode, Braden talks about the causes, effects, and aftershocks of the Panic of 1792, the first major financial shock in US history.

Rebrand and New Series

2025/05/13

In this episode, Braden discusses the rebrand to financial files and introduces his first new series about the Financial Panics in US history. Hope you enjoy!

Why Trump's Tariffs Will Fail

2025/04/07

Today, Braden returns to discuss the new Trump administration's disastrous tariff policy. He discusses where the Trump team's heads are at, how they're misguided, and some short and long-term reasons for the stock market's crash and the failure of the policy. Enjoy the episode!

The Winner of the AI Revolution

2024/10/30

In this episode, Braden discusses the first winner of the AI revolution: NVIDIA. NVIDIA, the GPU maker and AI extraordinaire, is the first winner, as it powers the capabilities of all these AI products that major technology players use. Braden runs through a brief company timeline and then shares his thoughts on the future. He also compares the company to the people selling pickaxes to the miners of the gold rush. After all, the people who made the most money during the gold rush weren't the panners. I hope you enjoy this episode!

Weekly Stock Market Recap

2024/09/04

Braden starts off his new weekly series, recapping the week in the stock market ending August 30th. He discusses key earnings announcements and economic data and previews a shortened week highlighted by Jobs data on Friday the 6th! Hope you enjoy this weekly recap and are excited for many more to come!

The US has a Debt Problem

2024/08/28

In this episode, Braden breaks down the $35 billion in US government debt so you understand what such a significant number means, how it affects the economy, and what the future likes. Additionally, Braden discusses Japan's crushing debt load, how the debt has affected the economy, and how the US debt profile differs from Japan's. I hope you enjoy it, and I look forward to more episodes soon!

The Banking System is Under Siege

2023/04/11

Now that the dust has settled, Braden takes you on a wild ride to recount the turbulence within the banking system of the past last month. He recounts the collapse of Silvergate, Silicon Valley Bank, Signature Bank, and Credit Suisse and describes what it means for you and the regional banking system. Hope you enjoy!

Saudi Arabia's Big Bet

2023/02/10

In this episode, Braden details the steps Saudi Arabia is taking to turn their economy from one entirely dependent on oil to one entirely independent of oil. He describes the psyche of Mohamad bin Salman, the current Crown Prince and architect of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, and tries to unwrap why he believes this transformation is so important. Moreover, Braden explains the importance of these moves in the geopolitical landscape and what it means for the cold war between the US and China. Hope you enjoy!

The Recession is Here

2023/02/03

In this episode, Braden covers the layoffs from big companies like Microsoft, Alphabet, Salesforce, and Amazon. Braden seeks to answer the question if these layoffs and a falling stock market will lead to a recession that everyone has been talking about for nearly a year. Braden sees us at a fork in the economic road, and he details what will happen depending on the path we take. If you enjoy this episode, please leave a review or give a star rating. Happy listening!

ChatGPT and the Future of AI

2023/01/20

In this episode, Braden provides a comprehensive analysis of ChatGPT. He describes what it is, what you use it for, and what it means for the future. He also discusses OpenAI, the company that released ChatGPT. He describes all the directors and the Silicon Elite that funded the project. Finally, he discusses what technology means for the future of work and the potential of Universal Basic Income.

The Investment Tree

2022/07/15

In this episode, I break down the importance of where you invest, not what you invest in. Most hedge fund managers fail to exceed market returns, but you can exceed the returns of simply investing in the S&P 500 in a brokerage account by investing in the S&P in other accounts. Moreover, Braden covers the most important place to invest, in yourself. Enjoy!