Fear sells—but data tells the real story.

In this episode of Watch Your Six, host Jason Edwards is joined in-studio by Nicole Verde, one of our financial planners at Edwards Financial Services, to break down how optimism, pessimism, and emotion-driven decisions can quietly derail your financial future. Together, they cut through market noise to explain where real opportunities exist—across the U.S., Europe, and global markets—and why discipline, data, and planning matter more than ever.

From interest rates and inflation to AI, crypto hype, and the dangers of "get rich quick" investing, this conversation delivers a grounded, no-nonsense look at how smart money actually moves—and how you can protect yourself from costly mistakes.

Key takeaways include:

• How headwinds and tailwinds shape real investment opportunity
• Why emotional investing and social media hype cost investors money
• The difference between falling in love with assets vs. returns

If you want clarity, confidence, and a smarter framework for navigating today's markets, this episode is your guide. Tune in—and remember to watch your six.

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