In this episode Dan Kemp outlines the 2026 market picture: the twin risks of geopolitics and elevated valuations, and why investors should focus on long-term goals, valuation-driven expectations, and building robust, diversified portfolios. He explains common behavioural pitfalls, the Odysseus analogy for avoiding reactive moves, and how AI can best be used to scale behaviorally smart communication rather than replace judgment.

Key takeaways: pursue value (in assets, fees and taxes), prioritise real risks to future cash flows over short-term volatility, construct portfolios you can live with, and apply patience and disciplined independence to succeed over the long term.

On this Wise Wealth Podcast episode Laura Linden, a chartered finance strategist and fractional CFO, joins to talk practical financial literacy for entrepreneurs, families and women in male-dominated sectors.

Topics include teaching kids about money, combating lifestyle creep, compound interest, the need for better school finance education, and Laura’s upcoming book and microlearning app designed to make finance simple and actionable.

Listeners get clear, small steps to start: review your bank activity, cut wasteful subscriptions, build emergency savings, and begin investing regularly to harness compound growth.

In this episode Ronan Donohue, a 30-year bond market veteran and founder of Q4 Capital Advisors, discusses how capital markets are being reshaped by data analytics, AI and digital securities. He explains practical uses like digital (blockchain) bonds, automated syndication, avatars for research delivery, and the ongoing role of legacy systems.

Key takeaways: finance is transforming but not overnight — expect productivity gains, new roles (e.g., prompt engineers), and hybrid solutions bridging old and new infrastructure. Ronan stresses staying curious and upskilling to remain relevant.