BullCast

Episode 138: Plan for a Vacation Day

Did you know that the last Tuesday of January is National Plan for Vacation Day? Join us this week as we discuss the benefits of planning for a vacation months in advance. We’ll start the show with our list of the best movies about vacations. Then, we’ll hit the road with a conversation about overcoming burnout through vacations. 68% of American’s claim to feel burned out yet leave an average of 29% of their paid time off on the table. While it can be incredibly stressful to step away from your desk for a week or two, it is critical to your performance and mental health to take a much-deserved break. Don’t miss this episode as we discuss budgeting, prioritizing your well-being, and how a change of scenery can go a long way.
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The List: Best Movies About Vacations
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Hashtags of the week: #PlanForAVacationDay #Burnout #MentalHealth #AvoidCabins #Vacation
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Episode 137: Planning for the End

No one enjoys talking about death, let alone funeral planning, but it is immensely important to discuss before it is too late. But don’t worry – we’ll try to keep this week’s show upbeat. Join us on this week’s BullCast as we lay out a step-by-step guide for funeral planning. We’ll start the show with our list of the saddest movie deaths of all time (we know, it’s depressing.) Then, we’ll jump into the idea of planning ahead. What is the cost of a funeral? Does a funeral plan need to be complex? Should the reception reflect the personality of the deceased? There is so much that goes into the final farewell of a loved one, and it can be extremely tough to plan this out in the midst of grief. That’s why it is important to talk about it now and put a plan in place that is easy to follow when the time comes.
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The List: Saddest Movie Deaths
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Hashtags of the week: #FuneralPlanning #PlanningForTheEnd #WhyDoesTheDogAlwaysDie #GetYourAffairsInOrder #CamsJambalayaFest #NinjaAsAGroup
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Episode 136: Financial Wellness Month

As we all know, January is a time of new beginnings, fresh goals, and personal wellness. While we may initially think of physical fitness when discussing “wellness,” we can’t neglect our overall financial picture. Join us as we discuss the importance of getting your budget in order for the new year. We’ll kick off the show with our list of the top movies you can stream that will inspire you to reach your goals. Then, we’ll dive into the power of creating SMART financial goals. In the conversation, we will talk about how critical financial literacy is for our country, why your credit score is so important, and how your goals must be specific, measurable, actionable, realistic, and time bound. While goals are always flexible, it is important to set them and keep yourself accountable.
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The List: Movies That Will Inspire You To Reach Your Goals
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Hashtags of the week: #FinancialWellnessMonth #CreditScore #GoodDebtVsBadDebt #Pivot #CortHatesLaLaLand #MergingMarriages #SJPFights #KatiesHistoryLesson
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Produced by Cameron Spann | Powered by Pickler Wealth Advisors
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Episode 135: Building a Home 101 (with Ethan Johnson)

Have you ever wondered what goes into building your dream home? Maybe you’ve built a home before and realize the delays in materials are a very real thing. Join us on this week’s episode as we sit down with guest Ethan Johnson, Sr. Community Construction Manager in Alabama. We’ll start the show with our list of the 10 most expensive celebrity homes. Then, we’ll jump into our conversation with Ethan. We’ll cover the topics of what a construction manager does, what the process of building homes actually looks like (set realistic expectations!), the magic of Murphy doors, and the power of sticking to your budget. Don’t miss this enlightening episode so that you will be better prepared when you are ready to break ground on your new house.
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The List: Most Expensive Celebrity Homes
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Hashtags of the week: #BuildingAHome #BullCastGuestSegment #TwoMoreWeeks #LeatherFloors #DoorInTheFloor #DontGetAHouseWithYourGirlfriend #SetRealisticExpectations #StickToYourBudget
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Episode 134: New Year, New Me

As the new year approaches, so too does a wave of half-hearted attempts at self-improvement. Every year, people tell themselves “This is the year I will lose 75 pounds” or “As soon as January 1st hits, I will quit smoking.” While resolutions are a great way to hit the reset button, it’s not as easy as flipping a switch when the clock hits midnight. Join Katie and Cam on this week’s episode as they discuss the keys to success for creating (and keeping) resolutions. We’ll start the show with a list of the best films to watch for inspiration on starting fresh and hitting goals. Then, we’ll talk about how making goals attainable is imperative to hitting milestones. We wish you all a very happy new year, and look forward to bringing you fresh content in 2023. Now, get out there, set some SMART goals, and don’t be so hard on yourself!
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The List: Movies to Help You Stick to Resolutions
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Hashtags of the week: #NewYearNewMe #HappyNewYear #Resolutions #SMARTGoals #MakeItAttainable #Balance #Decisive #CombatBootHeels
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Episode 133: Preparing to Sell Your House (During the Holidays)

Are you thinking about selling your house in the near future? Then this episode is for you! If you’ve sold a home in the past, you know it’s not as easy as pushing a button and signing a document. Perhaps the most difficult part of a move is staging your home before potential buyers scrutinize every detail of the house you’ve lived in for so long. We’ll kick off the show with our list of the best and worst pop culture roommates. Then, we’ll jump right into a discussion on things you must do before selling your home. Does your house have a peculiar odor? Is your home a little too cluttered for unexpected visitors? Are your baseboards in desperate need of a touch-up after years of heavy traffic? If so, you’re not alone! Don’t miss this holiday-themed show as we banter about what to do (find a great real estate agent) and what not to do (bye bye, inflatable Santa looming over the front yard!)
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The List: Best and Worst Roommates from Movies and TV Shows
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Hashtags of the week: #SellingYourHouse #TipsForSuccess #PaintThoseWalls #DeclutterAndDepersonalize #RealEstate
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Episode 132: Christmas Vacation Mayhem

This week, we are talking about, perhaps, the greatest Christmas comedy ever produced: Christmas Vacation. Join Katie, Cort, and Cam as they break down this stress-inducing movie. Starring Chevy Chase, this film finds family man, Clark Griswold, looking to make the perfect Christmas for his wife and kids. However, things go awry quickly including tree mishaps, an unexpected visitor, and a pool that was prematurely paid for. We’ll start the show with our list of the wildest facts about the filming of this Vacation installment. Then, we’ll relive the funniest scenes, debate the craziest quotes, and even discuss the financial lessons you can learn from this film. Don’t ask yourself why the carpet is all wet – tune in so that you can be prepared for holiday squirrel chasing, icicle projectiles, and careers in the carnival.
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The List: Wildest Facts About the Filming of Christmas Vacation
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Hashtags of the week: #ChristmasVacation #WhyIsTheCarpetAllWetTodd #IDontKnowMargo #CousinEddie #GettinCuredOffTheWildTurkey #BarkingForTheYakWoman #ClarkGriswold #GovernmentPlate #MerryChristmas
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Episode 131: Tips for Holiday Savings

Today, we are talking about tips for ensuring a budget-friendly holiday season. As we all know, Christmas can be quite expensive. Bills pile up fast if you are not careful because it’s easy to get suckered into Yuletide marketing! We’ll kick off the show with our list of financial lessons you can learn from Christmas movies. Then, we’ll jump into our discussion on ways to save despite being full of the holiday spirit. Paying the bills should always come first followed by creating a budget and sticking to it. Don’t miss this show as we discuss brick-and-mortar vs. online shopping, how to diversify as you shop, and why you should always be hyper-aware of hidden costs during the holidays (and we’re not just talking about presents.)
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The List: Financial Lessons from Christmas Movies
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Hashtags of the week: #ChristmasShopping #YuletideMarketing #StickToYourBudget #FaceBock #TwoWeeksToChristmas #DeckTheHallsWithBoughsOfSavings
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Episode 130: Work/Life Balance

Do you ever find yourself working long hours while your spouse is at your child’s soccer game … without you? Have you ever experienced burnout due to overworking yourself and not allowing time for “fun” activities? This, ladies and gentlemen, is the conundrum that is leading today’s discussion on work/life balance. We’ll start the show with a brand-new segment we call “Weekly Volatility” where we discuss our personal ups and downs of the week. Then, we’ll break down our list of unexpected and strange celebrity hobbies. In the meat of the show, we will have an open discussion about work-life integration and how the different generations view the concept of balancing their careers and lives. Don’t miss the show as we hit on topics like mental health, workflow efficiencies, and giving yourself a break. After all, we’re only human and we all need to find balance between work, family time, and leisure activities.
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The List: Unexpected and Strange Celebrity Hobbies
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Hashtags of the week: #WorkLifeBalance #FindYourZen #FindYourDiscGolf #MentalHealth #Burnout #TakeFive #WeeklyVolatility #DontDecorateBeforeThanksgiving
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Episode 129: Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving from the BullCast crew! In today’s mini episode, Katie, Cort, and Cam talk Turkey Day and debate whether or not its ok to put up Christmas decorations before Thanksgiving. We’ll kick of the show with our list of the best Thanksgiving movies and TV episodes, then we’ll talk about how Christmas seems to be rolling in earlier each year. We’ll wrap up the show with a list of the must-see football games this weekend. We’re grateful for all of our listeners, and look forward to continuing to bring you great content each week. Those aren’t pillows!!!
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The List: Best Thanksgiving Movies and TV Episodes
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Hashtags of the week: #Thanksgiving #TurkeyDay #CortIsKingGobbler #CamGravy #ThoseArentPillows #StopPuttingUpChristmasDecorationsSoEarly #DoNotNeglectTheMagicOfThanksgiving
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