The Financial Freshman Podcast
Figuring out your finances doesn’t have to be overwhelming or boring—instead, it can be rewarding in more ways than one. Each episode, join Rod McRae, a seasoned managing partner at McRae Capital Management, and Chloe Blanchard, a curious, candid young adult with a million money questions, as they break down the topics every young adult needs to know but nobody ever explained.
Episode 1: Starting off on the Right Foot
Money habits aren’t often taught in school—so where else are you supposed to learn them? Rod and Chloe dive into the foundations of what you need to know to set yourself up for financial success in early adulthood.
Episode 2: Early Money Habits Lead to Success
Cash, savings, and retirement—where should you focus first, and how should you manage each of these “buckets”? Rod’s guide to setting yourself up with strong habits in these areas will lead you on the right path.
Episode 3: Who Is FICA and Why Are They Taking My Money?
We’ve all been there: that moment when you’re looking at your first paycheck and wondering where all your money went. In this episode, Rod and Chloe break down paychecks, taxes, healthcare plans, and more so you can navigate your first job’s finances with ease.
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Episode 1: Starting off on the Right Foot
Mar 1, 2026 • 00:23:13
Money habits aren’t often taught in school—so where else are you supposed to learn them? Rod and Chloe dive into the foundations of what you need to know to set yourself up for financial success in early adulthood.
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Episode 2: Early Money Habits Lead to Success
Mar 1, 2026 • 00:21:21
Cash, savings, and retirement—where should you focus first, and how should you manage each of these “buckets”? Rod’s guide to setting yourself up with strong habits in these areas will lead you on the right path.
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Episode 3: Who Is FICA and Why Are They Taking My Money?
Mar 4, 2026 • 00:33:31
We’ve all been there: that moment when you’re looking at your first paycheck and wondering where all your money went. In this episode, Rod and Chloe break down paychecks, taxes, healthcare plans, and more so you can navigate your first job’s finances with ease.
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Meet the Hosts
Rod McRae
Rod McRae joined McRae Capital in 1996, leaving Morgan Stanley in New York, where he was responsible for large institutional accounts including mutual funds, pension funds, and insurance companies. He’s passionate about making people feel confident about their finances.
Chloe Blanchard
Chloe Blanchard is a young adult who knows how important it is to understand her financial picture. Like most people around her age and stage of life, she’s part of the way there—but could use some help from Rod to feel comfortable about her money decisions.
