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Series 7 Whisperer

The Series 7 Whisperer is the voice in your head you wish you had while studying. Hosted by a retired NYSE trader and FINRA principal with 37 years on the Street, this podcast cuts through the noise to deliver the raw, real, and testable truths behind the Series 7 exam. No fluff. No filler. Just the stuff that gets you paid. Whether you’re cramming before test day or grinding through options, suitability, and regs, this is your shortcut to passing with swagger.

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11:43

What AI Really Means for Finance Careers (No Hype)

Series 7 Whisperer ·

2026/01/26

Send us a text Artificial intelligence isn’t “ending finance jobs.” That headline is lazy — and wrong. What AI is actually doing is stripping out the parts of finance roles that were never worth a human salary, while putting more pressure (and upside) on judgment, client work, risk decisions, and real thinking. In this episode, we break down — without hype or fear-mongering — what AI is actually changing across finance careers, including: Wealth management and financial advisorsClient-f...

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41:43

Series 7 Exam Prep: All About Bonds

Series 7 Whisperer ·

2026/01/26

Send us a text a comprehensive study guide for the Series 7 exam, focusing on the technical and regulatory nuances of debt securities. They contrast the structures of corporate, municipal, and government bonds, detailing how interest is calculated and how secondary market transactions are settled. Specific attention is given to accrued interest methodologies, such as the 30/360 and actual/365 systems, which determine the payments owed between buyers and sellers. The documents also outli...

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15:33

Securities Acts Explained for SIE Exam

Series 7 Whisperer ·

2025/12/22

Send us a text he provided text outlines the fundamental legal frameworks governing the American financial industry, specifically focusing on the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The 1933 Act establishes protocols for new investment offerings, requiring companies to provide full transparency through registration statements and prospectuses to protect the public from fraud. In contrast, the 1934 Act regulates the secondary market, overseeing the ongoing trading o...

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5:49

Series 7 Exam Prep:529 Plans.. Absolutely Testable

Series 7 Whisperer ·

2025/12/18

Send us a text529 plans show up on the Series 7 more than people expect — and most students miss points because of tax timing, not definitions.In this episode, we do a deep dive on 529 College Savings Plans for the Series 7 exam, including:• How 529 plans are taxed• Contribution rules and 5-year gift tax averaging• Qualified vs nonqualified withdrawals• State vs federal tax treatment• What a registered representative must disclose when a client uses an out-of-state 529• The calendar year vs academic

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13:28

Open End Funds vs Closed End Funds:A casual conversation

Series 7 Whisperer ·

2025/11/02

Open-End vs. Closed-End Funds: The Real Difference (Without the Fluff)Let’s clear something up — not all funds are created equal. You’ve probably heard of mutual funds and closed-end funds, and maybe someone even told you they’re “basically the same.” They’re not. Not even close. Here’s the no-BS breakdown. 1. Open-End Funds: The Mutual Fund You Actually Know This is your classic mutual fund. It’s “open” because new shares can be created or redeemed every day. You invest directly with the fund

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14:54

Private Credit: what the heck is it?

Series 7 Whisperer ·

2025/10/10

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11:00

Series 65 and Series 66 Exam: Behavioral Finance

Series 7 Whisperer ·

2025/10/09

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Series 7 Exam prep: What is an ADR?

Series 7 Whisperer ·

2025/10/09

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15:27

ISO Versus NSO Stock Options Showdown

Series 7 Whisperer ·

2025/10/08

extensive, comparative analysis of two primary types of employee compensation: Incentive Stock Options (ISOs) and Nonqualified Stock Options (NSOs). The document uses a conversational, outline format to detail the crucial differences concerning tax treatment, emphasizing that ISOs offer significant potential tax advantages, such as long-term capital gains rates, but carry the risk of the Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT). Conversely, NSOs are described as more flexible for companies, can be granted to

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14:38

EA Just Leveled Up… to $55 Billion

Series 7 Whisperer ·

2025/10/07

structure and context of a potential $55 billion leveraged buyout (LBO) of the major gaming company Electronic Arts (EA), which could become one of the largest LBOs in history. It explains the mechanics of the deal, including fundamental concepts like private equity and going private, often using the analogy of a house mortgage to clarify the role of equity versus debt financing. Key players in the purchasing consortium are identified, notably Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) and private

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28:03

SIE Exam Content Outline part 3

Series 7 Whisperer ·

2025/10/06

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54:24

Series 7 Exam Content Outline Part 1

Series 7 Whisperer ·

2025/07/18

n this first installment of our Series 7 Content Outline walkthrough, we dive deep into Function 1 and Function 2—critical foundational areas that set the stage for success on the exam. 🚀 What You’ll Learn in This Video: Function 1: Seeks Business Learn the ins and outs of engaging new and existing clients effectively. We cover communication standards, marketing best practices, and regulatory approvals required under FINRA and SEC rules Why Watch Part 1? It's the essential foundation—laying out the

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33:06

SIE Complete PArt 2 ( Offerings )

Series 7 Whisperer ·

2025/06/22

I am going through the SIE exam content outline and covering the important topics

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28:21

Complete SIE Part 1 ( SIE Exam content outline explained

Series 7 Whisperer ·

2025/06/18

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15:27

SIE Exam Prep: A conversation about Equities

Series 7 Whisperer ·

2025/05/16

A casual conversation about Equities Common, Preferred and ADRs

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15:57

SIE exam prep the Regulators...

Series 7 Whisperer ·

2025/05/07

im trying out a new format... please let me know what you think in the comments

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02:40

WTF!! China... Its time to play fair

Series 7 Whisperer ·

2025/05/02

Today we’re diving into a controversial global power play: how China claims “developing nation” status at the WTO — and why that label is a big f*ing deal.** Even though China’s the second-largest economy in the world, it still gets benefits meant for struggling nations. We break down how that status gives them trade advantages, longer timelines for environmental rules, subsidies, and why the U.S. and other countries are calling BS.We’ll talk about the double standard China plays — acting like a

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01:57:16

SIE Exam Terms and definitions (Series 7 Exam also )

Series 7 Whisperer ·

2025/04/10

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01:59:36

SIE and Series 7 Exam: Terms and Definitions Part 1

Series 7 Whisperer ·

2025/04/01

Learn 500+ key terms for the Series 7 and SIE Exam in this 3 part prep video! Whether you're just starting or need a deep review, this video breaks down must-know definitions for stocks, bonds, options, retirement accounts, annuities, investment companies, and more — all in plain English.

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02:58

Series 7 Exam Prep: Bottom Up vs Top Down investing

Series 7 Whisperer ·

2025/03/03

Dive into the fascinating world of stock market analysis as we explore bottom up investing and top down charts approaches! 📈 Learn how fundamental analysis shapes investment decisions, and discover why value investing remains a timeless strategy. This comprehensive guide to investment methodologies will help both new and experienced traders make informed decisions. #investing #stockmarket #analysis

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