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Full Hour 2. Tim Schneider kicks off hour 2 with his hot take. Gene offers up shots & top sports news. Betting expert PJ Glass stops in to off his best bets.
Full Show Broadcast. Today's guests include: Jimmy Patsos on the NBA & Betting Expert PJ Glasser. The Bufflo Bills Training Camp schedule is out. The Rochester Red Wings playoff push & Tim shares his take of the day. Gene has bold sports headlines & top stories.
Full Hour 2. Gene starts the second hour with shots & sports headlines. NY Knicks super fan Michael F. Florio joins the show to celebrate the NY Knicks NBA championship & he will be attending the parade on Thursday.
Full Show Broadcast: Hour 1 has Rochester Red Wings GM Dan Mason (in studio) as the Wings are in playoff pursuit. Tim shares his take of the day. Hour 2 has NY Knicks fan Michael F. Florio who is ready for the Knicks championship parade.
This week Greg The Divemaster broadcasts from Scuba Show East Coast in Atlantic City New Jersey! Looking for HOUR2?
Full Hour 2 in The Sports Bar. Gene kicks off the second hour with world cup talk. Do you remember Ben McDonald & what he said? Stefon Diggs will play for which team in 2026? Booing Gary Bettman & the Stanley Cup Final? Matt Parrino joins the show to answer all of your Bills camp questions.
Full Show Broadcast. Today's guests include: Super Agent Leigh Steinberg & Buffalo Bills beat reporter Matt Parrino. Gene is eager for Knicks-Spurs game 5 Saturday night. The DanDalorian fills in for Tim & shares his sports take. Stefon Diggs rumors are trending. Could Diggs come back to the Bills? This and more.
Full Show Broadcast! Gene is on cloud 9. Guests today include: Chris Trapasso & Jimmy Patsos. Tim's hot take & sports headlines.
Full Hour 2. Gene is on cloud 9 after the Knicks game. Timmy shares his hot take. Gene offers shots & headlines. Jimmy Patsos from the Monumental Sports Network talking NBA Finals. The Knicks unbelievable comeback & whats next for the Spurs. Plus Last Call.
Full Show Broadcast. Gene is dialed in on Bills mandatory mini camp. He has 3 big camp battles in mind. Tonight is game 4 of the NBA Finals, Gene offers up his prediction & a Jalen Brunson story. Tim shares his hot take at the top of hour 2. Gene shares shots & betting expert PJ Glasser joins the show live from the college world series.
Full Hour 2. Tim Schneider's Take, Gene's top sports headlines & betting expert PJ Glasser live from the college world series.
Full Show Broadcast. Today's Guests: Trysta Krick (NBA & WNBA). Gene offers his thoughts and opinions on the NY Knicks, Bills mandatory mini camp, Josh Allen news. AJ Brown & Stefon Diggs. Terrible Time Timmy's take of the day. Plus the latest sports headlines.
Full Hour 2 in The Sports. Tim Schneider shares his take of the day & Gene offers up a double serving of shots. Plus Last Call.
Full Hour 2 in The Sports Bar: Gene shares the top sports headlines in shots! Michael F. Florio from NFL Network & The Sick Podacst joins the show to hype up every NY Knicks fan everywhere. Plus Gene shares last call news.
Full Show Broadcast! Guests Today Include: Matthew LeCroy, Manager for your first place Rochester Red Wings. Michael F. Florio. Die Hard NY Knicks fan & NFL Network for fantasy football analysis.
This week Greg The Divemaster travels to Long Beach California for Scuba Show 2026. Looking for HOUR2?
Full Hour 2. Gene kicks off the second hour with shots & top sports headlines: NBA Finals, Aaron Judge sidelined, Mixing Sports fandoms & championship parades. Deanna Kernan from Tennis Club of Rochester joins the show to talk all things tennis. Finally in last call Gene shares a few last minute thoughts as he gets you all set for the weekend.
Full Show Broadcast! Gene & Tim are ready for Knicks-Spurs NBA Finals game 2 tonight. The Indiana Bears? Latest on Aaron Judge, Stefon Diggs next team? Can you answer Gene's Jerry Maguire question? A Buffalo Bills parade? Tim's hot take. Deanna Kernan from the Tennis Club of Rochester joins the show in hour 2.
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Full Hour #2. Dan Fetes from 13WHAM Sports & Buffalo Plus helps kick off hour 2. He has all things Bills as OTAs wrap up & mandatory minicamp ramps up next week. Plus Tim returns and shares his hot take. Last Call is always for you as Gene looks ahead to Friday's show
Full Show Broadcast. Guests today include Matt Parrino from the Syracuse Post Standard & The Shout Podcast. Betting expert PJ Glasser on the NBA Finals, MLB & PGA. Gene is fired up for the NBA Finals. The DanDalorian fills in for Tim & gives his take of the day.
Full Hour 2. Gene is hyped for Game 1 of NBA Finals. Betting expert PJ Glasser has all of your bets for NBA Finals, MLB & PGA.
Full Show Broadcast! Hour 1 - More reaction to the Myles Garrett trade. Spencer German from Locked-On-Browns & 92.3 The Fan (CLE) joins the program. Did Cleveland get enough for Garrett? Hour 2 - Timmys Take, Shots & RJ Ochoa from Blogging The Boys & Dallas Cowboys for SB Nations is in The Sports Bar. Will RJ's Spurs win another NBA Tilte or will the Knicks win their first championship since 1973?
Full Hour 2. The second half kicks off with Timmy's hot take. Plus Gene sprinkles in some sports nuggets. RJ Ochoa from Blogging The Boys & the Dallas Cowboys for SB Nation joins the show to debate the NBA Finals. RJ is a massive Spurs fan. How does he see the Finals going? What are his thoughts on the Myles Garrett trade? Cowboys?
Full Hour 2 in The Sports Bar. Gene & Tim analyze the Myles Garrett trade, the compensation & what it means for the league? Zig Fracassi from SiriusXM Sports & NFL Radio joins the show to break down the NBA Finals, Stanley Cup Final & what he thinks of the Garrett trade. Plus we always have last call for you.
This week Greg The Divemaster checks in with Ron from across the pond to dive deeper into Irelands underwater attractions. Plus Liz Parkinson and Neal Watson talk about diving in Bimini! Looking for HOUR2?
Full Show Broadcast. Jim Riley from BALLCAP Sports joins the show in hour 1. Is MLB getting a salary cap or a lock out? The NBA Finals will be set after Saturday's game 7 between the Spurs & Thunder. The Stanley Cup FInal could be set after tonight as well. Plus Gene has 2 rounds of shots, Tim Schneider's take & last call.
Full Hour 2 in The Sports Bar. Gene kicks off hour 2 with shots! What is Adam Silver & the NBA planning? Michael F. Florio from the NFL Network, as well as The Sick Podcast with Stevie Johnson joins the show. Adam is fired up about the NY Knicks. Plus he shares his fantasy football insights on the Bills, Packers & NFL. Last Call is always for you.
Full Hour #2. Gene kicks off hour 2 with shots & top sports headlines. Damon Amendolara joins the show in the bottom of the hour to tackle the Bills & Sabres.
This week Greg The Divemaster checks in with Mermaid Kristin as she pursues her boat captains license. Plus we dive deeper into how diving effects your mental well being. Looking for HOUR2?
This week Greg The Divemaster celebrates a birthday with the ScubaRadio ScubaSquad. Plus one of the strangest marine life observations ever? Looking for HOUR2?
This week Greg The Divemaster returns after an adventure in Ireland with some unique ways to harness the luck of the Irish on your next boat dive. Plus we get an update on the Diving Talks show in Portugal. Looking for HOUR2?
This week Greg The Divemaster and friends broadcast from Vintage Dive Day at MarineLab in Key Largo thanks to the History of Diving Museum! Looking for HOUR2?
Full Hour 2 in The Sports Bar. Gene starts hour 2 with shots & top sports headlines. Rochester Americans head coach Mike Leone stops in for one last time this season as the Amerks season has concluded. Plus Last Call is for you.
This week Greg The Divemaster and friends talk about what makes a good dive buddy. Plus Diving on the Spectrum? Looking for HOUR2?
This week Greg The Divemaster checks in with the Aqua Gypsy live from the Bahamas. Plus ScubaRadio plans for the upcoming East and West Scuba Shows. Looking for HOUR2?
This week Greg The Divemaster checks in with Pete from ScubaBoard and ends up talking teeth. Plus The Aqua Gypsy shares highlights from her diving adventure at Cape Eleuthera in the Bahamas. Looking for HOUR2?
This week Greg The Divemaster and friends celebrate 29 years of ScubaRadio! Plus we debut a new confection for Easter! (WAIA) Looking for HOUR2?
Tony Vitello's leadership and the team's performance is the center of Hour2, as we question whether he's making the right decisions. The guys also discuss the Warriors' season, including Steph Curry's potential return and the team's offseason plans. Marcus Thompson joins the conversation, sharing his insights on the Warriors' chances with and without Curry, as well as the team's potential moves in the draft. The guys also touch on the NFL's potential return to replacement referees and the latest news from the sports world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tony Vitello's leadership and the team's performance is the center of Hour2, as we question whether he's making the right decisions. The guys also discuss the Warriors' season, including Steph Curry's potential return and the team's offseason plans. Marcus Thompson joins the conversation, sharing his insights on the Warriors' chances with and without Curry, as well as the team's potential moves in the draft. The guys also touch on the NFL's potential return to replacement referees and the latest news from the sports world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Market Volatility, Oil Prices, and Why Dividend Income Matters More Than Ever for Retirement If your portfolio has felt like a rollercoaster lately, you’re not imagining it. On this week’s episode of The Financial Hour of The Tom Dupree Show, Tom Dupree, Mike Johnson, and James Dupree broke down exactly what’s driving the current market volatility — from rising oil prices and the Strait of Hormuz conflict to the ongoing selloff in mega-cap tech stocks — and what it all means for people in retirement or getting close to it. If you hold an S&P 500 index fund, a 401(k) you haven’t looked at in a while, or a portfolio heavy in growth stocks, this episode was a wake-up call worth heeding. What’s Actually Driving the Market Selloff? The team pointed to a clear culprit: the conflict in the Middle East and its impact on oil prices flowing through the Strait of Hormuz — one of the world’s most critical shipping chokepoints. But as Mike Johnson explained, the real danger isn’t the catalyst itself. It’s the chain reaction it sets off. “You always have a catalyst that sets things in motion,” Mike said. “What kind of kills a bull market isn’t that catalyst — it’s what other links in the chain start breaking along the way.” At the time of recording, the major indices were deep in negative territory for the year. The S&P 500 was down roughly 6%, the Dow around 5%, the NASDAQ — which is heavily weighted toward tech — had touched correction territory at nearly 10% off its October all-time high, while the Russell 2000 was holding slightly positive year to date. The Dow was heading toward its fifth consecutive negative week. James Dupree shared insight from prediction markets, noting that the probability of the Iran conflict resolving by late May was around 49%, rising to 67% by early June. “They probably have AI bots surfing the internet literally every second of every day for new information,” James noted — meaning those markets are likely pricing in information as fast as it becomes available. Why the “Mag Seven” Are Getting Sold Off Hard One of the more striking themes of the episode was the unraveling of the mega-cap tech trade — the so-called “Magnificent Seven” stocks that dominated portfolios and headlines for much of the past few years. During COVID, these companies were treated as safe havens, and money flowed into them almost reflexively. That dynamic is now reversing. Tom, Mike, and James discussed how stocks like Meta and Microsoft are facing a new kind of pressure: investors questioning whether the enormous capital being deployed into AI is actually going to produce returns. Meta dropped 8% in one session over a $3 million social media liability ruling — not because of the dollar amount, but because of the precedent it sets. Microsoft faces its own questions about whether its Copilot AI product can hold its ground against faster-moving competitors. “The market’s pricing in that the money’s not gonna do anything essentially,” James said about the AI spending at these companies. As a point of contrast, Tom brought up Berkshire Hathaway, which is sitting on $373 billion in cash and hasn’t been pressured into making AI bets: “They’re not backed into the corner and they’re not giving into the pressure.” For retirement investors, FINRA notes that market-cap weighted index funds like the S&P 500 concentrate risk heavily in their largest holdings — meaning when those top companies fall, the whole fund feels it disproportionately. What a “Risk-Off” Market Means for Your Retirement Portfolio The phrase Tom and Mike returned to repeatedly was “risk off” — meaning investors are retreating from anything speculative and moving toward cash. James described the speculative end of the market as a “bloodbath,” while Mike noted that even gold, typically a safe haven, had sold off about 13% in the preceding month. Tom offered a pointed observation from a trip to Costco: “What I saw at Costco yesterday looked recessionary. That’s what it looked like.” Lower foot traffic and quieter gas pumps were his on-the-ground read of where consumer confidence may be heading. There’s also growing concern about stagflation — a combination of slow economic growth and persistent inflation — as oil prices push up costs across the economy while spending slows. Bureau of Labor Statistics CPI data will be a key indicator to watch in the coming months. Key takeaways on navigating a risk-off environment: Speculative assets with no earnings are getting hit the hardest — and fast Even dividend-paying stocks can drop in price during a “sell everything” market But the income those dividend stocks produce doesn’t stop — you still receive your dividend per share regardless of the price movement Institutional investors don’t want to hold volatile positions over the weekend, which amplifies end-of-week selling pressure Extreme selling can create buying opportunities — historically, capitulation signals a market floor The Case for Dividend Income in Retirement: What the Numbers Are Showing This is where the episode’s real takeaway landed for anyone in retirement or approaching it. While the S&P 500 and NASDAQ have been grinding lower, dividend-focused and value-oriented holdings have been holding their ground — and in some cases outperforming significantly. Mike explained it plainly: “The amount of income you get from that asset isn’t gonna change. That’s why it’s so valuable to own dividend stocks in retirement — ’cause even if the price goes down, you’re still gonna get X dollars per share.” This matters enormously for retirees because of what financial planners call sequence of returns risk — the danger that a sharp market decline early in retirement can permanently damage your portfolio’s ability to sustain withdrawals, even if the market eventually recovers. A dividend-oriented approach helps insulate against that risk because income continues flowing even when prices fall. Fidelity research cited on the show found that two-thirds of Gen X workers don’t believe their retirement savings will last through their lifetime. Tom connected that anxiety directly to how most 401(k) plans are invested: in the S&P 500, in target-date funds, and in structures where the investor has no real understanding of what they own or why. “When the flip side happens, that’s what shakes people,” Tom said. “They’re not in the business of looking at why — all they care about is will what I have last and produce for me for the rest of my life.” If you’re thinking about whether your current holdings — in a 401(k) from an old employer, a rollover IRA, or a brokerage account — are built to generate income rather than just chase growth, that’s a conversation worth having. Our investment philosophy is built around exactly this question. What Dupree Financial Group Is Doing Right Now Tom was direct about how their portfolios are positioned and why clients aren’t calling in a panic. “We haven’t had clients calling and saying, ‘What’s going on with my portfolio?’ That has not been happening.” He attributed that to a clear, consistently communicated plan — one centered on income, individual dividend-paying companies, and an understanding of what each holding is and why it’s there. The team has a small, carefully sized position in optical/photonics technology stocks tied to AI infrastructure — James and Mike have been researching the space — but Tom was quick to keep it in perspective: “Unless you think we’re a tech investor, that’s only a small part of our portfolio. Maybe a half a percent of the whole portfolio.” The contrast with a mass-market approach is stark. At Dupree Financial Group, clients hold separately managed accounts with individual stock ownership — not a mutual fund package or a target-date fund that mechanically adjusts based on your birth year. You know what you own. That understanding is precisely what keeps clients calm when markets get choppy. Unlike large national firms where you may be assigned an investment counselor you’ve never met, working with a local portfolio management team means you have direct access to the people making decisions about your money. That matters when markets move fast. Frequently Asked Questions How do oil prices affect my retirement portfolio? Rising oil prices push up inflation across the economy, which can reduce consumer spending, pressure corporate earnings, and lead to broader market declines. For retirees living on fixed withdrawals, both higher costs of living and portfolio drawdowns at the same time can be particularly damaging — which is why income-generating investments are especially important during periods of oil price volatility. Should I sell my stocks during a market downturn? Selling during a downturn locks in losses and removes you from any recovery. The more important question is whether your portfolio is positioned to generate income regardless of price movements. If you own dividend-paying stocks, your income continues even when prices fall. If you’re holding growth stocks or index funds concentrated in high-multiple tech names, a downturn hits harder and offers less cushion. What is “sequence of returns risk” and why does it matter in retirement? Sequence of returns risk is the danger that a market decline early in your retirement — when you’re beginning to withdraw funds — can permanently impair your portfolio’s longevity, even if the market recovers. A portfolio built around dividend income reduces this risk because you’re drawing on cash flow rather than selling shares at depressed prices. Is the S&P 500 a good retirement investment? The S&P 500 can be a strong long-term growth vehicle, but it carries concentration risk — its returns are heavily influenced by its largest holdings, currently tech-heavy mega-cap stocks. In years when those companies underperform, as in 2025, the index underperforms significantly. Equal-weighted versions have held up better this year, but most 401(k) plans don’t offer that option. A dividend-focused separately managed account can provide a more stable income stream. How do I know if my 401(k) will last through retirement? The most important factors are your withdrawal rate, your portfolio’s income generation, and how well your holdings are diversified against inflation and market downturns. A complimentary portfolio review can give you a clearer picture of whether your current plan is positioned to sustain the retirement lifestyle you’re planning for. Get a Clear Picture of What You Own If this episode raised questions about how your own portfolio is structured — whether you’re in retirement now or thinking seriously about it — the most useful next step is a conversation. At Dupree Financial Group, we offer complimentary portfolio reviews where we take a candid look at what you hold, how it’s positioned for income, and what adjustments might make sense given current market conditions. You can also browse our ongoing market commentary and past episodes to hear how our thinking has evolved alongside the markets. Call us at (859) 233-0400 or schedule directly at dupreefinancial.com/book. There’s no obligation — just a straightforward look at where you stand. Dupree Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser located in Lexington, Kentucky. This content is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Investments involve risk and are not guaranteed. Past performance is not indicative of future results. For more information about Dupree Financial Group’s services and fees, please visit the SEC’s investment adviser public information website or contact our office directly. The post HOUR2 3-28-26 appeared first on Dupree Financial.
This week Greg The Divemaster talks about how much easier it is now for divers in the US to get to Fiji. Plus where do you store your keys while diving? Looking for HOUR2?
This week Greg The Divemaster and friends share exclusive audio from a new dive bar in the Pacific Northwest. (WAIA) Plus Kenny from Sweetwater Scuba checks in to report on his latest diving adventures. Looking for HOUR2?
This week Greg The Divemaster share more tips from his latest travel adventure in New Zealand. Plus Howard and Michelle Hall check in before presenting their latest underwater film work at the Boston Sea Rovers dive show. Looking for HOUR2?
This week Greg The Divemaster returns after a month long adventure in Australia and New Zealand. Plus The Aqua Gypsy-Brittany reports live from snorkeling with Humpback whales in Grand Turk. Looking for HOUR2?
This week Greg The Divemaster checks in with Author-Eric Douglas about an anniversary they both share. Plus Dr Doug Ebersole on his latest diving adventures. Looking for HOUR2?
This week Greg The Divemaster and friends participate in the first ever ScubaRadio ScubaTriva Olympics. Looking for HOUR2?
This week Greg The Divemaster joins The Dive God-Neal Watson, Captain Slate, Captain Walt DeMartini and other dive industry legends for cruise to the Bahamas and Dominican Republic. Looking for HOUR2?
This week Greg The Divemaster checks in with Bob Evans from Force Fins. Plus the ScubaSquad get the origin story of a new ScubaRadio character? (WAIA) Looking for HOUR2?
This week Greg The Divemaster and friends expand on a signature line of ScubaRadio Divegear. (WAIA) Plus Mehgan Heaney-Grier checks in with latest deals from Explorer Ventures Liveaboards. Looking for HOUR2?