Money is hard to make, keep, and control— and almost everyone gets it wrong sometimes. Now, ex-Wall Street trader Jared Dillian and his co-host Cameron, are here to help you navigate your money and take control of your financial future.
The story of Robin Hood is enticing in its simplicity, but it doesn’t address the bigger issues involved in wealth inequality. Jared discusses the...
Weddings are pricey for everyone, not just the happy couple. Jared wades into the costs and how quickly they add up if you’re attending a few a...
Debt can be very spooky, but like Casper the Friendly Ghost, not all debt is evil. Jared discusses the pros and cons of debt, using it as a tool for...
Lawyers, It’s Not the ‘80s Anymore
Student debt is one thing, but law school debt is a whole different animal—can the cost of law school ever make economic sense? Also discussed:...
“When to start drawing on Social Security benefits” is a question many people ask their advisors, and there can be many answers. Today, Jared...
Money carries a lot of emotional baggage. Whether you are good with math or avoid it, you need to be emotionally intelligent about your finances....
The holiday season can be fraught with disappointment and guilt, especially if you overspend. Don’t let gift-giving pull you into a trap –...
Money and the Psychology of Motivation
Sometimes motivation can be elusive, and sometimes it can be available but ineffective. Jared discusses the psychology of being motivated to earn...
The Power of Delayed Gratification
Do you want to enjoy a higher standard of living today or in the future? Buying the “dream home” in your 40s could lead to fewer choices in...
Solid financial advice
Jared has a way of weaving together advice and life stories to help you make good financial decisions and make you laugh at the same time!
Get Smart
Great insights into current events and the financial implications involved. Be Smart makes you a smarter person and investor.
Be Smart Podcast
Great use of 30 min each week. Gives great financial advice much more realistic than Dave Ramsey.
Good, not enough of it.
Great podcast, good information and humor. He’s a straight shooter and gives solid advice.
To the point without economic BS
Raw and on point with entertaining sarcasm.
Worth your time
One of the few professionals worth listening to.
Fantastic!
Jared is a rarity—incredibly insightful and informed in all facets of the financial markets and personal finance, yet extremely entertaining!
This guy is smart! Learning a ton
Big fan of these short 10‒20-minute lessons on money and life. Relatable if you make $50K or $500K a year. Wish I would have found this one sooner.
This podcast is phenomenal
Sometimes the truth is harsh. What makes this show so unique is that Jared embraces this mantra and tells you exactly how it is.
What a goldmine
I just discovered this show and it’s my new favorite. I love Jared Dillan’s writing and investment guidance, and these podcasts are now adding even more pearls of wisdom.
Love this guy
Jared has got a rare authenticity that cuts through the minutiae.
Awesome Pod! Great Therapy!
As a career investment advisor, I listen to Dillian to relax and keep my head from exploding.
On point
Outstanding, informative, and entertaining.
Entertaining and informative
Love the info which is spot on and delivery is great!
Great content
Great listen, great insight… A++
Great Podcast
Excellent content and entertaining. Thank you
In episode 413 of the BE SMART podcast, Cameron and Jared discuss the current state of the market, the implications of tariffs, and strategies for...
In episode 412 of the BE SMART podcast, Cameron and Jared discuss the implications of recent market movements, including tariffs, GameStop’s foray...
In episode 411 of the BE SMART podcast, Cameron and Jared discuss the Federal Reserve’s policy direction, misconceptions about stagflation, and...
In episode 410 of the BE SMART podcast, Cameron and Jared discuss various market trends, economic outlooks, and investment strategies. They examine...
In episode 409 of the BE SMART podcast, Cameron and Jared break down the implications of a proposed US crypto reserve, the recent suspension of...
Episode 408: US Economic Growth Increasingly Relies on the Rich
In episode 408 of the BE SMART podcast, Cameron and Jared discuss market trends, consumer sentiment, wealth disparity, and how the US economy is...