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Beer & Money

Beer and Money started as a lunch and learn. We knew that learning about money can be stressful, so we wanted to create a low-key inviting setting to facilitate conversations.

Both Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins, co-hosts of the Podcast, wanted to make the conversation more like a fireside chat - easy going but informative. We bought everyone a beer and a burger and spoke about money on a very simplistic level.

We realized that people needed more flexibility with their time, so we pivoted to Podcasting. Listen in to our conversations where we speak into how busy professionals like yourself become better with their money.

Recent Episodes

Episode 201 - What Is Your System To Pay Yourself First?

June 5, 2023

In this episode, Ryan discusses how to make sure you have a system to pay yourself first.  The beer of the day is Tropical Big Ballard Juicy IPA from Red Hook Brewing. If you would like to learn more about this beer, please …

Episode 200 - What Steps To Take To Curb The Debt Ceiling Uncertainty

May 29, 2023

In this episode, Ryan and Alex discuss the steps to take to help with the uncertainty of the debt ceiling. The beer of the day is Blueberry from Cascade Brewing. If you would like to learn more about this beer, please visit …

Episode 199 - Top 3 Lessons To Teach Your Children About Money

May 22, 2023

In this episode, Ryan and Alex discuss three lessons to teach your kids about money and finance. The beer of the day is Beatification from Russian River Brewing. If you would like to learn more about this beer, please visit …

Episode 198 - Personal Lines of Insurance In A Gig Economy

May 15, 2023

In this episode, Ryan and Alex interview Charles Lindberg, an agency owner of Goosehead Insurance based out of Bellevue, Washington. They discuss personal lines of insurance during a gig economy. If you would like to reach o…

Episode 197 - How Much Lifestyle Creep Is Actually OK?

May 8, 2023

In this episode, Ryan and Alex discuss what lifestyle creep is and how much is actually ok. The beer of the day is Flow State Hazy IPA from Everybody's Brewing. If you would like to learn more about their beer, please visit …

Episode 196 - How Much Room For Error Do You Have In Your Financial Plan?

May 1, 2023

In this episode, Ryan and Alex discuss how much room for error you have in your financial plan. The beer of the day is Russian River's Intinction Sour. If you would like to learn more about their beer, please visit their web…

About the Hosts

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Alex Collins

Co-Host / Financial Advisor

Favorite Beer: No-Li Born & Raised IPA

Hobbies: Hiking & Backpacking, Geeking out on Sports, Exploring new locations & hanging out with family.

Family: Lives in Woodinville, WA. Married for 18 years with their daughter.

My Why: My love of numbers and people lead me to financial planning. I combined by parents’ professions – teacher & urban planner with my strongest skills – problem solving and math. Keeping Personal Financial Planning Persona

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Ryan Burklo

Co-Host / Financial Advisor

Favorite Beer: Black Raven Trickster

Hobbies: Sports, Experiences, Travel, Avid Sports Memorabilia Collector, and movies!

Family: Lives in Duvall, WA. Married for 18 years with 2 kids (boy and a girl).

My Why: I want to change the experience people have with financial advisors and money. "Planning" should be more personal to what the person wants and values. It should also be fun and exciting! That lead me into the Financial Services Industry. I love talking with people about their

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Securities products and advisory services offered through Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS), member FINRA,SIPC.  OSJ: 200 SW Market Street, Suite 1850 Portland, OR 97201 (503)221-1226 PAS is a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY.  Quantified Financial Partners is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS or Guardian. Quantified Financial Partners is not registered in any state or with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission as a Registered Investment Advisor. This website is intended for general public use. By providing this content, Park Avenue Securities LLC and your financial representative are not undertaking to provide investment advice or make a recommendation for a specific individual or situation, or to otherwise act in a fiduciary capacity. Ryan and Alex are Registered Representatives & Investment Advisors of Park Avenue Securities, Financial Representative Guardians. Ryan's CA insurance license #OK24924, AR insurance license #15319412. Alex's CA insurance license #OH24806, AR insurance license #7264699. #2022-145829 EXP 10/2024  Important Disclosures  Terms of Use  Privacy Statement