The Kuderna Podcast

Elaine Pofeldt is the author of "Tiny Business, Big Money" and "The Million-Dollar, One-Person Business". She was twice nominated for the National Magazine Award for her work with FORTUNE Magazine. She's a graduate of Yale and focuses on entrepreneurship and solopreneurs. Learn more about Elaine at https://www.elainepofeldt.com. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Guest speakers and their firms are not affiliated with or endorsed by PAS or Guardian. This material contains the current opinions of the speakers but not necessarily those of PAS, Guardian or its subsidiaries and such opinions are subject to change without notice. None of the organizations mentioned in this podcast have any affiliation with Guardian or PAS. Bryan Kuderna is a Registered Representative and Financial Advisor of Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS). OSJ: 50 Tice Blvd. Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677 (973)244-4420. Securities products and advisory services offered through PAS, member FINRA, SIPC. Financial Representative of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. PAS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Guardian. Kuderna Financial Team is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS or Guardian. CA Insurance License #OK04194  #7786490.1 exp. 5/27

Bryan compares Trump's first term including the economic landscape, stock market, global conflicts, and tariff schedule to Trump's second term. He highlights the impact of initial tariffs against China and the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act on the stock market in 2017 and 2018. Many similarities between the two terms and their trade wars can offer insights to investors. This episode's content can be supplemented by a more historical view on economics in Bryan's book, "What Should I Do with My Money?: Economic Insights to Build Wealth Amid Chaos", available wherever books are sold. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Guest speakers and their firms are not affiliated with or endorsed by PAS or Guardian. This material contains the current opinions of the speakers but not necessarily those of PAS, Guardian or its subsidiaries and such opinions are subject to change without notice. None of the organizations mentioned in this podcast have any affiliation with Guardian or PAS. Bryan Kuderna is a Registered Representative and Financial Advisor of Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS). OSJ: 50 Tice Blvd. Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677 (973)244-4420. Securities products and advisory services offered through PAS, member FINRA, SIPC. Financial Representative of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. PAS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Guardian. Kuderna Financial Team is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS or Guardian. CA Insurance License #OK04194  #7756821.2 exp. 9/27

Kate O'Neill is a strategic advisor for Google, Yale, the UN, and more. One of the first 100 employees at Netflix, she teaches leaders how to leverage tech with empathy to maximum value to customers and shareholders. Her new book is titled, "What Matters Next: A Leader's Guide to Making Human-Friendly Tech Decisions in a World That's Moving Too Fast". Learn more about Kate at https://www.koinsights.com. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Guest speakers and their firms are not affiliated with or endorsed by PAS or Guardian. This material contains the current opinions of the speakers but not necessarily those of PAS, Guardian or its subsidiaries and such opinions are subject to change without notice. None of the organizations mentioned in this podcast have any affiliation with Guardian or PAS. Bryan Kuderna is a Registered Representative and Financial Advisor of Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS). OSJ: 50 Tice Blvd. Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677 (973)244-4420. Securities products and advisory services offered through PAS, member FINRA, SIPC. Financial Representative of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. PAS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Guardian. Kuderna Financial Team is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS or Guardian. CA Insurance License #OK04194    7756758.1 exp. 3/27

Jay Paterno coached for 17 years at Penn State University and is the son of legendary coach, Joe Paterno. Jay is a public speaker, PSU trustee, and author of "Blitzed! The All-Out Pressure of College Football's New Era". We discuss NIL deals, the transfer portal, building a winning culture and team in the modern era, and the future of college football. Follow Jay at www.jayvpaterno.com @JayPaterno on X and @JayVPaterno on IG. Sign up for Bryan's "Weekly Wealthy Wisdom" newsletter at https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/8HtkZbP    This podcast is for informational purposes only. Guest speakers and their firms are not affiliated with or endorsed by PAS or Guardian. This material contains the current opinions of the speakers but not necessarily those of PAS, Guardian or its subsidiaries and such opinions are subject to change without notice. None of the organizations mentioned in this podcast have any affiliation with Guardian or PAS. Bryan Kuderna is a Registered Representative and Financial Advisor of Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS). OSJ: 50 Tice Blvd. Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677 (973)244-4420. Securities products and advisory services offered through PAS, member FINRA, SIPC. Financial Representative of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. PAS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Guardian. Kuderna Financial Team is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS or Guardian. CA Insurance License #OK04194    7756696.1 exp. 3/27

Michael Wolk is a Broadway producer and has written screenplays including "Innocent Blood", produced by Warner Brothers and directed by John Landis, mystery novels such as "The Beast On Broadway" and "Signet". He is currently working on a musical adaptation of "The Pianist" and the forthcoming "The Karate Kid". His performances have been at The Lincoln Center, Kennedy Center, George Street Playhouse, and in Central Park. He's the founder of All For One Theatre, he works and lives in Times Square. Check out Michael's newest book, "Devils Game" at https://try.devilsgame.com. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Guest speakers and their firms are not affiliated with or endorsed by PAS or Guardian. This material contains the current opinions of the speakers but not necessarily those of PAS, Guardian or its subsidiaries and such opinions are subject to change without notice. None of the organizations mentioned in this podcast have any affiliation with Guardian or PAS. Bryan Kuderna is a Registered Representative and Financial Advisor of Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS). OSJ: 50 Tice Blvd. Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677 (973)244-4420. Securities products and advisory services offered through PAS, member FINRA, SIPC. Financial Representative of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. PAS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Guardian. Kuderna Financial Team is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS or Guardian. CA Insurance License #OK04194    7756614.1 exp. 3/27

Margot Machol Bisnow is a writer, wife, and mom from Washington, DC. She spent 20 years in government, including as an FTC Commissioner and Chief of Staff of the President Reagan’s Council of Economic Advisers, and is the author of “Raising an Entrepreneur: How to Help Your Children Achieve Their Dream.” Her book is based on her interviews with icons such as film director Jon Chu, Under Armour founder Kevin Plank, YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki, supermodel Karolina Kurkova, and more. Follow Margot on Instagram @margotbisnow.   This podcast is for informational purposes only. Guest speakers and their firms are not affiliated with or endorsed by PAS or Guardian. This material contains the current opinions of the speakers but not necessarily those of PAS, Guardian or its subsidiaries and such opinions are subject to change without notice. None of the organizations mentioned in this podcast have any affiliation with Guardian or PAS. Bryan Kuderna is a Registered Representative and Financial Advisor of Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS). OSJ: 50 Tice Blvd. Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677 (973)244-4420. Securities products and advisory services offered through PAS, member FINRA, SIPC. Financial Representative of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. PAS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Guardian. Kuderna Financial Team is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS or Guardian. CA Insurance License #OK04194    7517546.1 exp. 1/27  

Jeanne Sheehan Zaino is a political science professor at Iona and expert in public opinion and political foundations. Zaino and Kuderna focus on the life and contributions of Sikandar Hayat Khan, a significant yet overlooked figure in the history of India and Pakistan, and its parallels to the American Revolution. The conversation delves into the complexities of the partition of India, the challenges of establishing democracy, and the role of the U.S. in promoting democratic values globally. They cover the current state of democracy, the complexities of interventionism, and the historical lessons learned from power vacuums. She emphasizes the need for constant care and reform of democratic systems to ensure they remain effective and responsive to the needs of the people. Follow Jeanne at https://www.iona.edu/faculty/zaino-jeanne and order her new book at https://www.amazon.com/American-Democracy-Crisis-Rethinking-Madisonian-ebook/dp/B08RXQ252Q/ref=sr_1_1  Keywords: political science, democracy, history, Sikandar Hayat Khan, partition of India, public opinion, political foundations, minority rights, American government, global politics, democracy, interventionism, power vacuums, American democracy, reforms, political structure, governance, historical lessons, political parties, government accountability This podcast is for informational purposes only. Guest speakers and their firms are not affiliated with or endorsed by PAS or Guardian. This material contains the current opinions of the speakers but not necessarily those of PAS, Guardian or its subsidiaries and such opinions are subject to change without notice. None of the organizations mentioned in this podcast have any affiliation with Guardian or PAS. Bryan Kuderna is a Registered Representative and Financial Advisor of Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS). OSJ: 50 Tice Blvd. Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677 (973)244-4420. Securities products and advisory services offered through PAS, member FINRA, SIPC. Financial Representative of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. PAS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Guardian. Kuderna Financial Team is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS or Guardian. CA Insurance License #OK04194    7517579.1 exp. 1/27  

Henrietta Treyz is the Managing Partner and Director of Economic Policy Research at Veda Partners. She has provided investors with election and economic policy analysis for over 15 years, including COVID-era stimulus bills, US-China trade wars, the Great Recession, and healthcare reform. Previously, Treyz served in the U.S. Senate covering Senate Finance, Banking, and Budget Committees. Learn more at https://veda-partners.com/about-us   This podcast is for informational purposes only. Guest speakers and their firms are not affiliated with or endorsed by PAS or Guardian. This material contains the current opinions of the speakers but not necessarily those of PAS, Guardian or its subsidiaries and such opinions are subject to change without notice. None of the organizations mentioned in this podcast have any affiliation with Guardian or PAS. Bryan Kuderna is a Registered Representative and Financial Advisor of Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS). OSJ: 50 Tice Blvd. Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677 (973)244-4420. Securities products and advisory services offered through PAS, member FINRA, SIPC. Financial Representative of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. PAS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Guardian. Kuderna Financial Team is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS or Guardian. CA Insurance License #OK04194    7517626.1 exp. 1/27  

Host, Bryan Kuderna, puts on his CFP hat to discsuss the concept of tax loss harvesting, explaining its significance in investing and tax planning. He discusses how to offset capital gains with capital losses, the importance of understanding capital gains taxes versus income taxes, the wash sale rule, capital loss income tax deduction, and when to implement tax loss harvesting effectively.    Chapters 00:00- Introduction to Tax Loss Harvesting 13:20- When to Use Tax Loss Harvesting 24:46- Current Market Context and Strategy   Keywords: tax loss harvesting, capital gains, investment strategy, tax planning, financial advice, portfolio management, tax benefits, investment returns, market trends, financial education, cfp, kuderna   This podcast is for informational purposes only. Guest speakers and their firms are not affiliated with or endorsed by PAS or Guardian. This material contains the current opinions of the speakers but not necessarily those of PAS, Guardian or its subsidiaries and such opinions are subject to change without notice. None of the organizations mentioned in this podcast have any affiliation with Guardian or PAS. Bryan Kuderna is a Registered Representative and Financial Advisor of Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS). OSJ: 50 Tice Blvd. Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677 (973)244-4420. Securities products and advisory services offered through PAS, member FINRA, SIPC. Financial Representative of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. PAS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Guardian. Kuderna Financial Team is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS or Guardian. CA Insurance License #OK04194    7385803.1 exp. 11/26    

Mark Matson is the CEO of Matson Money, managing over $11 billion in assets. He is an entrepreneur, author, and innovator in the fields of investing science and financial education. Mark works with over 300 advisory practices across the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. He is the author of "Experiencing The American Dream" and frequent contributor to Fox Business, CNBC, Yahoo Finance, and Bloomberg.   This podcast is for informational purposes only. Guest speakers and their firms are not affiliated with or endorsed by PAS or Guardian. This material contains the current opinions of the speakers but not necessarily those of PAS, Guardian or its subsidiaries and such opinions are subject to change without notice. None of the organizations mentioned in this podcast have any affiliation with Guardian or PAS. Bryan Kuderna is a Registered Representative and Financial Advisor of Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS). OSJ: 50 Tice Blvd. Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677 (973)244-4420. Securities products and advisory services offered through PAS, member FINRA, SIPC. Financial Representative of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. PAS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Guardian. Kuderna Financial Team is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS or Guardian. CA Insurance License #OK04194  7347960.2 exp. 10/27

Kuderna provides a comprehensive analysis of the economic agendas of the 2024 presidential candidates, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. He discusses key economic indicators such as unemployment, inflation, GDP, national debt, and the stock market, setting the stage for a detailed examination of each candidate's proposals. Harris's agenda focuses on increasing taxes on corporations and the wealthy while providing support for young families and first-time homebuyers. In contrast, Trump's agenda emphasizes tax cuts, deregulation, and a strong stance on international trade, particularly with China.   Chapters 00:00- Introduction to the Economic Landscape 10:37- Kamala Harris's Economic Agenda 17:10- Donald Trump's Economic Agenda 28:39- Concerns and Opportunities in Economic Policies   keywords: election 2024, economic agenda, Kamala Harris, Donald Trump, personal finance, unemployment, inflation, GDP, national debt, stock market     This podcast is for informational purposes only. Guest speakers and their firms are not affiliated with or endorsed by PAS or Guardian. This material contains the current opinions of the speakers but not necessarily those of PAS, Guardian or its subsidiaries and such opinions are subject to change without notice. None of the organizations mentioned in this podcast have any affiliation with Guardian or PAS. Bryan Kuderna is a Registered Representative and Financial Advisor of Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS). OSJ: 50 Tice Blvd. Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677 (973)244-4420. Securities products and advisory services offered through PAS, member FINRA, SIPC. Financial Representative of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. PAS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Guardian. Kuderna Financial Team is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS or Guardian. CA Insurance License #OK04194    7245090.1 exp. 10/26

Bryan discusses the pros and cons of custodial accounts, particularly UTMAs (Uniform Gift to Minors Act). He covers the 2024 gifting limits and lifetime estate tax exemption, restrictions on custodial accounts, and potential tax advantages. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Guest speakers and their firms are not affiliated with or endorsed by PAS or Guardian. This material contains the current opinions of the speakers but not necessarily those of PAS, Guardian or its subsidiaries and such opinions are subject to change without notice. None of the organizations mentioned in this podcast have any affiliation with Guardian or PAS. Bryan Kuderna is a Registered Representative and Financial Advisor of Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS). OSJ: 50 Tice Blvd. Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677 (973)244-4420. Securities products and advisory services offered through PAS, member FINRA, SIPC. Financial Representative of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. PAS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Guardian. Kuderna Financial Team is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS or Guardian. CA Insurance License #OK04194  7202937.1 exp. 10/26

Stephen Foerster, a professor of finance at the Ivy Business School, discusses various topics related to investing, including the impact of election years on the markets, the importance of having an investment philosophy, and the role of bonds in a portfolio. Foerster shares his personal investment philosophy and highlights the challenges of trying to outperform the market. He also shares stories from history, such as Roman generals and the New York Mets, to illustrate investing lessons about knowing when to do nothing and understanding opportunity costs. Learn more about Steve's work and new book at https://stephenrfoerster.com. Keywords: investing, election years, markets, investment philosophy, bonds, national debt, government bonds, corporate bonds, risk-free, interest rates, inflation, bond prices, investment horizon, liquidity needs, inverted yield curve, diversification, opportunity costs, financial goals Chapters 00:00- Introduction and Background of Stephen Foerster 03:33- The Importance of an Investment Philosophy 16:14- The Role of Financial Advisors in Emotional Support 18:07- The Value of Simplicity and Index Funds 20:04- The Impact of Presidential Policies and Interest Rates 28:30- The Concerns Surrounding the National Debt 34:3- Understanding the Distinction between Government Bonds and Corporate Bonds 37:55- The Risk of Not Getting Money Back with Corporate Bonds 44:28- The Inverse Relationship between Interest Rates and Bond Prices 51:53- The Importance of Diversification in Investment Portfolios 57:13- Knowing When to Not Take Action 01:05:46- The Three Levers to Reach Financial Goals This podcast is for informational purposes only. Guest speakers and their firms are not affiliated with or endorsed by PAS or Guardian. This material contains the current opinions of the speakers but not necessarily those of PAS, Guardian or its subsidiaries and such opinions are subject to change without notice. None of the organizations mentioned in this podcast have any affiliation with Guardian or PAS. Bryan Kuderna is a Registered Representative and Financial Advisor of Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS). OSJ: 50 Tice Blvd. Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677 (973)244-4420. Securities products and advisory services offered through PAS, member FINRA, SIPC. Financial Representative of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. PAS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Guardian. Kuderna Financial Team is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS or Guardian. CA Insurance License #OK04194 Opinions herein are those of the author(s) and not necessarily those of PAS or Guardian. Data and rates used were indicative of market conditions as of the date shown. Opinions, estimates, forecasts and statements of financial market trends are based on current market conditions and are subject to change without notice. References to specific securities, asset classes and financial markets are for illustrative purposes only and do not constitute a solicitation, offer, or recommendation to purchase or sell a security. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. All scenarios and names mentioned herein are purely fictional and have been created solely for educational purposes. Any resemblance to existing situations, persons or fictional characters is coincidental. The information presented should not be used as the basis for any specific investment advice. #7006931.1 Exp. 9/26

Rob Neuner is the founder and CEO of Boost Oxygen, named by Inc Magazine as one of the 500 fastest growing companies in the world. He shares his journey from importing beer from Prague from 1996-2006 before starting Boost, and his experience on Shark Tank landing a deal the deal with Kevin O'Leary. Bryan and Rob discuss business start-ups, managing everything from marketing to engineering, working through the COVID-19 pandemic, work-life balance, and more   Keywords: Rob Neuner, Boost Oxygen, Shark Tank, oxygen canisters, athletes, respiratory issues, altitude sickness, O2 trainer, Rob Neuner, Boost Oxygen, COVID-19, manufacturing, distribution, online retailers, brick-and-mortar retailers, succession planning, investments, favorite book, favorite movie, favorite vacation destination   Chapters 00:00Introduction and Background 04:14The Deal with Kevin O'Leary 08:01Transition from Beer Importing to Boost Oxygen 14:20The Genesis of Boost Oxygen 19:02Building Boost Oxygen and Maintaining Profitability 21:19Future Plans for Boost Oxygen 28:08The Distribution of Boost Oxygen: Online vs Brick-and-Mortar 30:38The Efficiency and Profitability of Online Retailers 33:08Manufacturing In-House and Overcoming Production Issues 35:29Succession Planning and the Future of Boost Oxygen 38:03Different Paths for Business Growth: Private Equity, Going Public 41:31International Expansion and Market Growth 43:34A Day in the Life of Rob Neuner 46:34Lightning Round: Hero, Book, Movie, Quote, Vacation, Investment 51:16Changing the World: Negative Discourse This podcast is for informational purposes only. Guest speakers and their firms are not affiliated with or endorsed by PAS or Guardian. This material contains the current opinions of the speakers but not necessarily those of PAS, Guardian or its subsidiaries and such opinions are subject to change without notice. None of the organizations mentioned in this podcast have any affiliation with Guardian or PAS. Bryan Kuderna is a Registered Representative and Financial Advisor of Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS). OSJ: 50 Tice Blvd. Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677 (973)244-4420. Securities products and advisory services offered through PAS, member FINRA, SIPC. Financial Representative of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. PAS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Guardian. Kuderna Financial Team is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS or Guardian. CA Insurance License #OK04194 #2024-180076 Exp. 8/26

Dan Nicholson is a serial entrepreneur, founder of Nth Degree CPAs, and author of the USA Today and WSJ best-selling book 'Rigging the Game'. He shares his approach to tax planning, lessons from endurance sports for business, and personality assessment of 'wealth types' in making financial decisions. Dan addresses the changing landscape of the accounting industry and the impact of AI.   Keywords: endurance sports, business, consistency, calculated risks, wealth types, tax planning, CPA, entrepreneur, accounting industry, AI, financial decisions, personal wealth     Chapters 00:00Introduction to Dan Nicholson 01:14Shared Experience of Participating in Half Ironman Triathlons 08:00Lessons from Endurance Sports: Consistency and Calculated Risks 12:15Understanding Your Wealth Type for Financial Decision Making 16:41Legal Strategies for Tax Planning: Following the Rules 21:19Building Relationships and Staying Up to Date in Tax and Accounting 26:18Curiosity and Adaptability in the Accounting Industry 30:36Job Hopping and Leveraging Resume 37:13Transitioning to Entrepreneurship 42:57Rigging the Game: A New Approach to Financial Decision-Making 45:32The Changing Landscape of the Accounting Industry 51:53The Impact of AI on Traditional Accounting Roles 56:48Making Better Financial Decisions for Personal Wealth   Dan's Book: https://www.riggingthegame.com This podcast is for informational purposes only. Guest speakers and their firms are not affiliated with or endorsed by PAS or Guardian. This material contains the current opinions of the speakers but not necessarily those of PAS, Guardian or its subsidiaries and such opinions are subject to change without notice. None of the organizations mentioned in this podcast have any affiliation with Guardian or PAS. Bryan Kuderna is a Registered Representative and Financial Advisor of Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS). OSJ: 50 Tice Blvd. Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677 (973)244-4420. Securities products and advisory services offered through PAS, member FINRA, SIPC. Financial Representative of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. PAS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Guardian. Kuderna Financial Team is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS or Guardian. CA Insurance License #OK04194 #2024-179237 Exp. 7/26