On the show with us today is David Schulhof. David is an music industry executive and investor. He was previously President of Music Publishing at LiveOne, a media company for livestream and on-demand audio, video and podcast content. He is also the former President of Music at AGC Studios and IM Global Studios, and was the co-founder and CEO of Evergreen Copyrights, and is a member of the New York State Bar Association.

Schulhof is the founder and CEO of MUSQ Global Music Industry ETF, an exchange traded fund for investment in the music industry.

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2 Dudes Talk Money and Music is a weekly podcast series inspired and hosted by John Adams of Money Concepts, along with Bob Bender from The Business Side of Music podcast (www,businesssideofmusic.com), as they talk about all things regarding financial planning, along with some music tidbits.

For more information, or if you want to contact John Adams, clink on the link here:

You can also contact John directly at (737) 867- 9309, or email him at jadams@moneyconcepts.com

If you want to know more about Bob Bender, click on the link here:

www.businesssideofmusic.com

We talk a lot regarding financial planning on this show, but one question that keeps popping up in conversation, is how does your financial planner get paid? On this episode, John and Bob talk about how does John Adams get paid when providing those financial planning services. The answers may surprise you.

We also discuss how those who work in the music industry make their money, from receiving commissions, to flat fees, or monthly payroll. Kind of like those in the financial planning community!

2 Dudes Talk Money and Music is a weekly podcast series inspired and hosted by John Adams of Money Concepts, along with Bob Bender from The Business Side of Music podcast (www,businesssideofmusic.com), as they talk about all things regarding financial planning, along with some music tidbits.

For more information, or if you want to contact John Adams, clink on the link here:

You can also contact John directly at (737) 867- 9309, or email him at jadams@moneyconcepts.com

If you want to know more about Bob Bender, click on the link here:

www.businesssideofmusic.com

On this episode, John and Bob discuss the melting pot of the financial world. From the high cost of living, whether or not inflation is finally slowing down, to what it takes to be a possible successful investor. We cover the gamut of the financial world.

2 Dudes Talk Money and Music is a weekly podcast series inspired and hosted by John Adams of Money Concepts, along with Bob Bender from The Business Side of Music podcast (www,businesssideofmusic.com), as they talk about all things regarding financial planning, along with some music tidbits.

For more information, or if you want to contact John Adams, clink on the link here:

You can also contact John directly at (737) 867- 9309, or email him at jadams@moneyconcepts.com

If you want to know more about Bob Bender, click on the link here:

www.businesssideofmusic.com

On this episode of 2 Dudes Talk Money and Music, John and Bob discuss precious metals, and whether or not they're a good investment. Metals such as Platinum, Gold, Silver, and even Paladium. John and Bob chat about navigating those sometimes choppy waters, when is the right time to buy (or sell), and which precious metal is better than another.

Speaking of metal, John and Bob also talk about some of their favorite heavy metal albums, what makes a good metal band, and does heavy metal still have a place in the music scene.

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2 Dudes Talk Money and Music is a weekly podcast series inspired and hosted by John Adams of Money Concepts, along with Bob Bender from The Business Side of Music podcast (www,businesssideofmusic.com), as they talk about all things regarding financial planning, along with some music tidbits.

For more information, or if you want to contact John Adams, clink on the link here:

You can also contact John directly at (737) 867- 9309, or email him at jadams@moneyconcepts.com

If you want to know more about Bob Bender, click on the link here:

www.businesssideofmusic.com

Ken Festa is a man who literally wears many hats, many of them at the same time. He’s a business entrepreneur. A real estate specialist, a maker of fine Italian style men’s suits. And last but not least, a musical legend that specializes in the standards of American music. As a singer growing up in New York listening to some of the greatest Jazz vocalists of the 20th century, he found it most challenging to create something vocally that was truly his. Being influenced by greats like Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, Louis Armstrong, Joe Williams and Ella Fitzgerald, as well as Big Bands such as Count Basie and the Duke Ellington Orchestra, those artists inspired Ken to do something respectful of these artists and the legacy they've created. John and Bob spend time with Ken, discussing his life, his career, what keeps him driven, and what it takes to be a successful businessman.

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2 Dudes Talk Money and Music is a weekly podcast series inspired and hosted by John Adams of Money Concepts, along with Bob Bender from The Business Side of Music podcast (www,businesssideofmusic.com), as they talk about all things regarding financial planning, along with some music tidbits.

For more information, or if you want to contact John Adams, clink on the link here:

You can also contact John directly at (737) 867- 9309, or email him at jadams@moneyconcepts.com

If you want to know more about Bob Bender, click on the link here:

www.businesssideofmusic.com

Artificial Intelligence. It's the hot button topic these days. Whether you like the concept, or you believe its an invasion of one's privacy, along with so many yet unanswered questions, it's going to affect you one way or another. Artificial Intelligence (commonly referred to as AI) is not only planting a firm footprint in the music industry, but also seeking solid ground in the financial world.

John and Bob have a discussion regarding AI, what it's accomplished so far, and what is on the horizon for both the music business, and the financial and banking industry. We also chat about this history of AI in music, going back to the 1940's discussing all forms of electronic music including the Theremin (look it up), and the Moog synthesizer.

2 Dudes Talk Money and Music is a weekly podcast series inspired and hosted by John Adams of Money Concepts, along with Bob Bender from The Business Side of Music podcast (www,businesssideofmusic.com), as they talk about all things regarding financial planning, along with some music tidbits.

For more information on this episode, you can contact John directly at (737) 867- 9309, or email him at jadams@moneyconcepts.com

If you want to know more about Bob Bender, click on the link here:

www.businesssideofmusic.com

What in the world is a “Self Directed Brokerage Account”, and what exactly does it do? John Adams takes us down this road, deciphering what exactly an SDBA is, and how it works for the investor, along with the individual who is planning their financial future (retirement), and how to go about setting one up.

John and Bob also talk about record reissues, why some of them are timely, and why others are nothing more than a simple cash grab for the recording artist.

2 Dudes Talk Money and Music is a weekly podcast series inspired and hosted by John Adams of Money Concepts, along with Bob Bender from The Business Side of Music podcast (www,businesssideofmusic.com), as they talk about all things regarding financial planning, along with some music tidbits.

For more information, or if you want to contact John Adams, clink on the link here:

You can also contact John directly at (737) 867- 9309, or email him at jadams@moneyconcepts.com

If you want to know more about Bob Bender, click on the link here:

www.businesssideofmusic.com

As we begin our journey into 2024, John Adams and Bob Bender take a look back at what 2023 had to offer the investment community... and what it didn't have to offer. Inflation is still higher than folks (and the government) want it to be, along with the day to day cost of living. Will 2024 bring us better news? We'll have to wait and see.

John and Bob also look at the year in review music wise, discussing their favorite songs and album releases.

2 Dudes Talk Money and Music is a weekly podcast series inspired and hosted by John Adams of Money Concepts, along with Bob Bender from The Business Side of Music podcast (www,businesssideofmusic.com), as they talk about all things regarding financial planning, along with some music tidbits.

For more information, or if you want to contact John Adams, clink on the link here:

You can also contact John directly at (737) 867- 9309, or email him at jadams@moneyconcepts.com

If you want to know more about Bob Bender, click on the link here:

www.businesssideofmusic.com