Is AI making us smarter—or making us too dependent? Adam Curran and Michael Reese, CFP® and Centennial Advisors Founder & CEO, explore the growing role of artificial intelligence in financial services, debating everything from AI-generated client communication to whether technology will raise expectations for perfection and reduce tolerance for human error.

Anthony Byrnes from CrossCountry Mortgage joins Adam on this episode of Retire Y’all to break down reverse mortgages, retirement lending options, and how these loans actually work. They discuss financial assessments and how lenders help ensure that, regardless of the loan amount, borrowers still have enough income and assets to cover important expenses like homeowners insurance…

Adam sits down with Ricky Flynn from Merrill Gardens in Mount Pleasant to talk about the real impact senior living communities can have on your health, happiness, and overall quality of life. From independent living to assisted living and memory care, we break down the services available and why so many residents are thriving in…

Step into Charleston’s past as Tommy Dew, of Tommy Dew Walking Tours, walks us through the stories behind its cobblestone streets—from George Washington’s visit to the Civil War, pirates, and the city’s deep-rooted generational families. We explore the history behind Charleston’s iconic buildings and the complex layers that shaped one of America’s most historic cities.

Adam sits down with England Smith, GM of East Coast Baseball Academy and Territory Director for USA Prime Coastal, to talk about the growing divide between travel ball and rec ball—and how the pressure and commitment placed on young players is changing the game.

Adam sits down with his personal tax advisor from Iowa, Bruce Willey, to discuss why millions of Americans aren’t filing their tax returns and how the tax system has become overwhelmingly complicated. They also explain why the IRS isn’t to blame—politicians in Washington are the ones writing the rules—and share how they would simplify and…

Adam sits down with Barry Watts (WealthCare, Springfield, MO) to unpack two Trump “truth bombs”: banning institutional investors from buying single-family homes and capping credit card interest at 10%. What starts as a debate on housing and debt turns into a bigger conversation about freedom vs. government control, boomers vs. young adults, personal accountability—and why…

In our latest episode, we sit down with Jed Wiseman—aka “Big Diff” from F3—to talk about what F3 is, how it supports men through fitness, fellowship, and faith, and why it matters so much to the community. Jed shares his powerful story of military service, attending The Citadel, his journey to becoming a Navy SEAL,…

In this episode, Adam Curran breaks down what we’re watching in the markets heading into 2026 and shares a quick update on what’s happening at Curran Financial Partners.

Louis Tyson, our in-house tax analyst, is back with Adam to break down all things’ taxes—from QCDs to Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill and what it really means for you. They also talk about how our tax team has doubled in size (yes, Adam handed over two of his best people), why that matters for clients,…