June 13th, 2026 - SpaceX Has Launched!

July 4th, 2026 - Happy 250th America!

On this Fourth of July edition of the Van Wie Financial Hour, the hosts open with a heartfelt tribute to their late producer Roger Henderson before pivoting to live market analysis, jobs data, and Federal Reserve speculation. They dive into the surprisingly strong quarter for equities, soft but nuanced employment numbers, falling inflation components, and practical investing topics like target-date funds and retirement savings priorities. The show also highlights the first anniversary and mechanics of “Trump accounts” for children, compares them with 529s and UTMAs, and closes with demographic trivia about Germany’s birth and death rates and broader concerns about aging populations.

June 27th, 2026 - Wrapping up an Amazing Quarter

Steve and Adam Van Wie kick off a lively Saturday financial hour by recapping a rough week for mega-cap tech stocks, contrasting it with surprising strength in small caps, household balance sheets, and the broader job market. They pivot into policy, dissecting a new federal housing bill, corporate ownership of single-family homes, and the political theatrics around interest rates and inflation. Wrapping up, they tackle thorny Social Security fixes—from lifting the payroll tax cap to letting young workers opt out—while weaving in sharp asides on taxes, AI’s limits at Ford, and America’s global image during the World Cup.

June 20th, 2026 - Oil Prices Down, What's Next?

Steve Van Wie & Joey Loss discuss the impact of global oil markets on the economy, while touching on topics like the strategic reserve and financial fraud. They offer insights into the EU’s brewing trade tensions with China. The hosts encourage listeners to embrace homeownership for wealth accumulation and urge vigilance against fraud.

June 13th, 2026 - SpaceX Has Launched!

Amidst lively banter, Steven and Joey delve into financial markets, discussing the celebrated SpaceX IPO and the dynamic interplay of global economics. Humor and anecdotes flow as they explore unemployment rates and Elon Musk’s wealth, threading through market volatility and inflation intricacies. Listeners participate with trivia and calls, adding vibrant color to the already bustling conversation.

June 6th, 2026 - SpaceX is Coming!

Hosts Steven Van Wie and Joey Loss dive into the ups and downs of the stock market, discussing dramatic shifts led by technology stocks and the impact of a surprisingly strong jobs report. They also explore the much-anticipated SpaceX IPO, highlighting the buzz and potential of Elon Musk’s ventures. They wrap up with a quirky trivia question about AI’s unseen resource consumption.