The Pilot Money Guys Podcast

The Pilot Money Guys discuss financial topics that matter to everyone in aviation, along with airline news and engaging aviation stories. The show is brought to you by fellow professional pilots and financial planners. It also welcomes a diverse range of guest hosts and topics, offering fresh perspectives in every episode. You can listen to the Pilot Money Guys anywhere you get your podcasts, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

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Flight #118: Redefining Success, Struggle, and Purpose with Ryan Watson 

What happens when success, identity, and purpose collide with some of the hardest battles a person can face? In this powerful conversation with Ryan Watson,

Flight #117: Public vs Private: Where Should You Really Be Investing? 

Are private equity and alternative investments really the secret weapon of the wealthy or are public markets still your best bet? In this episode, we

Flight #116: Inside the Economics of the Airline Industry with Volodymyr Bilotkach

Why do airlines struggle to make money even when planes are full? In this episode, we unpack the surprising economics behind one of the world’s

Flight #115: Roth Catch-Ups and the Secure Act 2.0

What do the new Secure Act 2.0 rules mean for Roth contributions and retirement planning in 2025? In this episode, we explore what pilots and

Flight #114: The Science of a Happy Retirement with Dr. Michael Finke

What actually makes for a happy, fulfilling retirement? Is it all about the numbers, or is there more to the story? In this episode, Dr.

Flight #113: The Pros and Cons of Private Equity

What exactly is private equity, and why is it suddenly being linked to your 401(k)? In this episode, we break down the recent executive order

Flight #112: How NOT to Run Out of Money in Retirement

How can you avoid running out of money in retirement and still live the life you want? In this episode, we break down the most

Flight #111: Social Security Myths, Money, and the Truth

Is Social Security really running out of money, or is that just a headline meant to scare you? In this episode, we cut through the

Flight #110: Unpacking the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act”

Are you wondering what the sweeping changes brought by the recently passed “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA) are? In this episode, we break down

Flight #109: Care Around the Block – Elderly Care Part 2

What do you do when your aging parent needs care, but you live across the country and don’t know where to start? In this episode,

Flight #108: Understanding Medicare, Early Retirement & Health Insurance with Cole Craven

Is Medicare more confusing than it should be? If you’re nearing retirement or thinking about leaving your job early, the healthcare piece can feel overwhelming

Flight #107: Making Sense of Long-Term Care Insurance Options with Amy Arnett

Does the phrase “long-term care” make you cringe? If so, you’re not alone, but it’s something we all need to think about eventually. In this