Helping you understand , budgeting, investing, insurance and all things personal finance from a uniquely Canadian perspective. Featuring Christine Conway, a Certified Financial Planner, author and owner of Braun Financial. Along with her husband Cameron Conway, an author in his own right whose trying to better understand this wide world of personal finance. *This is for entertainment purposes only, please consult a local certified financial planner to assist you in developing your financial ...
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Christine Conway Podcasts
Criminology is a true crime podcast that takes a deep dive into some of the most famous cases in the annals of crime. Hosts Mike Ferguson and Mike Morford will give you every details of these infamous crimes. New episodes come out every Saturday night at 10 PM.
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This week we take a look at the work of Gary Selnow and see the top reasons people don’t save for retirement. Problems such as lack of instant gratification, no set structure, no accountability and more ways people are sabotaging their retirements, plus some solutions. If you live in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario or Yuk…
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Just before 11:00 p.m. on August 1, 2018, authorities in Griffin, Georgia, were called to a home on the 800 block of Sunnybrook Drive. Twenty-three-year-old Steven Freeman had been shot, and Mary Katherine Higdon, who lived in the house with Steven, admitted that she was the one who shot him. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Mary Katherine Higdon…
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This week we find out how to take advantage of the money you got back from the government. What strategy is best depending on your income, how to balance risk and how to spend that found money wisely. If you live in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario or Yukon let us help you take care of the people you love and visit braunfi…
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In 2008, 19-year-old Brandon lived with his parents in Marshall, Minnesota. He was home from college and attending some parties on the night he went missing. The mysteries surrounding this case continue to perplex law enforcement and the online true crime community. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Brandon Swanson's disappearance. Brandon spoke t…
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Listen Now — Deep Cover: The Truth About Sarah
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41:51Deep Cover is a true crime podcast about people who lead double lives, from our friends at Pushkin Industries. The new season, The Truth About Sarah, reveals a story of stolen valor and misplaced heroism. Sarah Cavanaugh was many things to the people who knew her: a decorated veteran, a Marine who saved her comrades, a young woman fighting cancer. …
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This week we talk about two common financial advice tips that if not done properly can leave you in a worse position than when you started. That’s right hot topics like borrowing to invest and maximizing your mortgage finally get put to the test. If you live in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario or Yukon let us help you take…
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On April 23rd, 2018, officers responded to a call about human remains found in Eastport, Florida. They found the body of a woman who had been a victim of foul play; she had obviously been beaten before her murder, and it was a brutal one. She was later identified as Aileen Seiden. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Aileen Seiden. Early the next day…
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This week we search for joy in the philosophy of Marie Kondo's book "The Life Changing Magic Of Tidying Up" and see how to set our financial house in order. See how organization, finding the true value in things and letting go of what we don’t need (bills don’t apply) can help you. If you live in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, O…
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In 2022, Nicki Lenway was thirty-three years old and working as a crime scene investigator with the Minneapolis Police Department. She had a five-year-old son named Callahan with her ex-boyfriend, Tim Amacher. On April 20th, 2022, Nicki was shot multiple times while she was waiting in her car outside of a scheduled visitation between Tim and her so…
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Knock, knock. Who’s there? Later. Later who? “Buy now pay later” that’s who! This week we come face to face with the everyone’s favorite frenemy, consumer debt. We talk about good debt vs bad debt, how to get out of the minimum payment cycle and how to start improving your reliance on credit. If you live in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, …
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One by one, the discovery of ten bodies in the New England area across multiple states has made headlines over the past few weeks. It’s a case that has people asking is there a serial killer currently operating in New England, and leaving a trail of bodies behind? Join Mike and Morf as they discuss whether there is an active serial killer in New En…
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This week we break down the “Financial Stress Index 2025” published by FP Canada. Get a clear picture of how poorly so many of us are doing and how deep the generational wealth and comfort divide is getting. If you live in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario or Yukon let us help you take care of the people you love and visit …
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On November 25, 2020, just one day before Thanksgiving, multiple residents called 911 to report a fire at a house in Mount Morris, Illinois. Inside, first responders found twenty-seven-year-old Melissa Lamesch, who lived at the home with her father. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murder of Melissa Lamesch. Melissa was pregnant and due to be…
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The “Seven Habits” and Personal Finance Part 2
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30:17Who’d a though personal finance is just personal development with budgeting? This week we continue our look at “The Seven Habits Of Highly Effective People” by Stephen R. Covey and see how we can better ourselves and our finances. Find out about win/win vs win/lose, relationship development and best of all a new Cam approved anagram. If you live i…
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The shocking & brutal murder of University of Toronto College professor David Buller in 2001 took place in the middle of the day on campus, yet somehow, no one saw anything, and his killer slipped away and remains unidentified to this day. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murder of David Buller. He was found in his office by a cleaning crew. …
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Introducing a new podcast for the true crime-obsessed: "The Crime Scene Weekly," from our friends at ABC Audio. Every Wednesday, "The Crime Scene Weekly" brings you the latest in true crime. ABC News correspondent Brad Mielke sits down with the journalists covering the cases who have direct access to survivors, investigators and families searching …
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This week Christine talks about Stephen Covey’s book “The Seven Habits Of Highly Effective People,” and finds a way to apply it to our personal finances. Find out how circles, squares and private victories can make all the difference in your life. If you live in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario or Yukon let us help you tak…
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While Easter is generally a day of peace with your loved ones, that’s not always the case. Fifty years ago, on March 30th, 1975, Easter Sunday was a nightmare for one Ohio family. That Sunday, James Ruppert called the police simply telling the dispatcher there’s been a shooting. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the Easter massacre perpetrated by …
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Excuse me, I believe you have my stapler. This week we help you become a better and hopefully higher paid employee. What do bosses want, how to stand out, and what your true value is. Plus we reveal the greatest tip of all… being competent! If you live in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario or Yukon let us help you take care …
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On October 4th, 1978, in Iowa, a woman was found face down in a deep ditch about twenty feet from the road. No identification was found with her body, and being in an advanced state of decay, police had no way to determine who she was. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Wilma June Nissen. Years later, the police were able to identify the woman thro…
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Presenting: CRIME HOUSE TRUE CRIME STORIES
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15:43Crime House True Crime Stories is the ultimate destination for true crime fans. Every episode features two notorious cases from that week in crime history, tied by a common theme like infamous serial killers, mysterious disappearances, tragic murders, and more. Every Monday, uncover the full stories behind the headlines as host Vanessa Richardson t…
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When you’re at the top there’s no one left to blame. This week we go over some key concepts to better help you run a small business. Everything from delegation, systems creation and maintaining your sanity. If you live in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario or Yukon let us help you take care of the people you love and visit b…
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By 2012, Harold and Toni Henthorn had been together for twelve years. They celebrated their anniversary by going camping and hiking at Rocky Mountain National Park. Toni's family and friends grieved after learning that, while on the trip, Toni plummeted 140 feet off a cliff to her death. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Harold Henthorn. Harold be…
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If advice is popular that means it’s right… right? This week we tackle 2 popular personal finance myths that might sound like a sure thing, but what works in a book doesn’t always work in reality. If you live in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario or Yukon let us help you take care of the people you love and visit braunfinanc…
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In 1991, Lucille Johnson, a friendly mother and grandmother was bludgeoned and strangled to death inside her home. It's a case that would become referred to by some as the ‘Lego’ murder because of a curious clue found at the crime scene. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murder of Lucille Johnson. For years, her case puzzled investigators and …
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Turns out the secret to happiness is painting Warhammer 40K figures and pretending the rest of the world doesn’t exist. This week we tackle the great existential question of how to find true value in your life. What brings happiness, what truly lasts a lifetime and where we should be spending our money. If you live in British Columbia, Alberta, Sas…
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In 2001, twenty-year-old Sef Gonzales called emergency services in Australia to report that his parents and sister had been murdered. There were no signs of forced entry, no apparent robbery, and so the attention quickly turned to Sef. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murders of the Gonzales family. Sef told several different stories while un…
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I’m getting too old for this… or am I? This week we talk about why people struggle to start their retirement. Concerns about the markets, what to do with their time or just the apprehension that always come right before a major life change. If you live in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario or Yukon let us help you take care …
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In 1986, Aeileen Conway apparently died in a fiery car accident in Okalahoma. Police ruled it an accident, but very quickly, Aeileen’s husband Pat began to question his wife’s death, and the official findings. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the mysterious death of Aeileen Conway. She was found inside her burning car on a stretch of road out of …
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Wait if it's balanced shouldn’t it be 50/50? This week we peel back the mystery of the 60/40 “Balanced” portfolio and find out not only why they’re so common but how they are built. Lean about the nuances of fixed income, what to look for in the equity side and how its all blended together. If you live in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ma…
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In last week's episode we discussed the abduction and return of Steven Stayner. This week, we discuss Steven's brother Cary and the path he went down that led to multiple murders. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Cary Stayner. While Steven Stayner went on to become a hero after being abducted as a child and later escaping and saving another boy i…
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Being rational is overrated. This week we review “Predictably Irrational: The Hidden Forces That Shape Our Decisions” by Dan Ariely and learn about why we keep making bad financial decisions. Find out what is anchoring, how we perceive value and how our own sense of perceived loss cripples our budgets. If you live in British Columbia, Alberta, Sask…
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On December 4th, 1972, 7-year-old Steven Stayner was abducted while walking home from school. Steven's abductor, Kenneth Parnell, manipulated Steven into thinking his family didn't want him and had made Kenneth his guardian. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the infamous abduction of Steven Stayner. Kenneth Parnell was a master manipulator and had…
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The show must go on. This week we push through the haze of sickness and talk about the little talked about parts of RRSP's, taking money out of it, both in working years and in retirement. Plus find out what you need to know to get what you need without too many surprises. If you live in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario or…
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College student Tracey Neilson was murdered on her 21st birthday in Oklahoma in January of 1981. She was a bright student and a newlywed who had been married less than 6 months when she was killed. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murder of Tracey Neilson. There were several eyewitnesses and two crucial pieces of evidence. One was Tracey's ke…
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This week it's time once again for our obligatory RRSP season episode for 2025! Find out what you need to know to make the most of your legal tax shenanigans before March 3. If you live in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario or Yukon let us help you take care of the people you love and visitbraunfinancial.com DIY Investing at…
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By 1948, Howard Unruh was unemployed and living with his mother, Freda. He had been a decorated soldier in World War II but had trouble adjusting to life when he returned. Unruh is thought to be the first mass shooter and has been called the Father of Mass Murder by the press. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Howard Unruh. He likely had some form…
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This week we tackle the idea that is less about age and more about the choices we make today to create a more stable tomorrow (is stable even an option anymore). Find out the difference between retirement age and being prepared for retirement plus much more. If you live in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario or Yukon let us h…
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In 2001, 73-year-old Ila Mae Clark, who was just one week away from celebrating her 74th birthday, was killed inside her Marshalltown, Iowa home. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murder of Ila Mae Clark. Ila's house was next to both an apartment complex and a mobile home park. She managed the apartment complex and collected rent payments. Cou…
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Turns out your boss was crazy after all. This we go over the some of the negative aspects of entrepreneurship and how it can challenge our mental health. What ailments are most common among business owners, how to better manage yourself and how to navigate dealing with an entrepreneur as a boss. If you live in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewa…
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On April 26th, 2007, an emergency dispatcher with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department received a 911 call from Linda Duffey. Linda told the dispatcher that her husband Patrick had been shot. Very quickly she informed investigators that she was the one who had shot him. But she claimed it was an accident. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss t…
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I’ve got a gut feeling I’m not listening to myself enough, meh, must just the pizza talking. This week we talk about the book “Anchored’ by Deb Dana and see how her view on polyvagal theory can help us better understand our own personal finances. What is the correlation between feeling safe vs spending, how to better regulate ourselves before a fin…
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In 1993, a stalker began to target 41-year-old Joanne Chambers, a first-grade teacher in Coolbaugh Township, Pennsylvania. The stalking escalated over time and the threats became more violent. All signs pointed to another teacher who worked at the same school. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the stalking of Joanne Chambers. This case has been re…
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Retirement: noun, being too “tired” to deal with any of this. This week Christine goes through Tim Ferris’ The Four Hour and talks about how apply his principles to your retirement. Be it better cashflow, a mini pre-retirement and more. If you live in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario or Yukon let us help you take care of t…
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In the early morning hours of May 5th, 2009, Sheri Coleman and her two sons, 11-year-old Garett and 9-year-old Gavin, were found dead in their home. Husband and dad, Chris Coleman, had been worried about his family due to some threatening emails and letters they had received. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the Coleman family murders. The crime …
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Step 1 listen to this podcast, steps 2-4 ?, Step 5 profit. This week we talk about our new streamlined financial planning process and how it can help you get your best start for 2025 (take that 20-24). Learn about the simple budget, protecting your assets and more. If you live in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario or Yukon l…
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On August 11th, 2024, 44-year-old father of three, Ryan Borgwardt went missing. He had gone kayak fishing on Big Green Lake in Wisconsin. His wallet and keys were found as was his capsized kayak. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Ryan Borgwardt. The authorities and his family feared he was dead and possibly at the bottom of the lake. Massive searc…
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On November 8th, 2024, Hannah Kobayashi headed from Honolulu to Los Angeles for a very short layover en route to New York City. Hannah never made her connecting flight, and her family became worried about her. Over the next few days, she sent out a series of mysterious texts. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss Hannah Kobayashi. What started as a di…
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As a kid I related to “A Christmas Story” but as I get older I find myself living in “Christmas Vacation.” This week we end the year and recap our most popular episodes of 2024, and expand on our best tips. Spoiler alert the most popular ones almost all have money in the title, who would of guessed that. If you live in British Columbia, Alberta, Sa…
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The Assassination of Insurance CEO; Brian Thompson
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1:07:0550-year-old Brian Thompson worked his way up to be the CEO of United Healthcare, which is currently the largest private payer of health insurance benefits in the United States. On December 4th, 2024, Brian was gunned down in Manhatten as he was about to enter a hotel for a meeting. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the assassination of Brian Thomp…
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