The Real Role of Private Credit in Portfolios with Tod Trabocco (Ep. 86)

When most investors think about private credit, they picture direct lending. But as Tod Trabocco, Head of Private Debt Advisory at StepStone Group, makes clear, it’s much more nuanced than that.  With over two decades in the space, Tod walks us through the four silos of private credit, including corporate, asset-based, asset-backed, and risk-sharing strategies, … Read More Read More

Why do 90% of heirs walk away from their parents’ advisor? Robert Curtiss welcomes Natasha Kennedy, a former Wall Street professional turned mental health therapist, to explore why the Great Wealth Transfer is at risk of becoming the Great Disconnect.  With $124 trillion poised to change hands in the next two decades, this episode tackles … Read More Read More

Is private equity still worth it, and can everyday investors finally get access without the complexity? Robert Curtiss, CFP,® welcomes back Phil Huber, Managing Director and Head of Portfolio Solutions at Cliffwater, to unpack the rise of evergreen private equity funds, an innovation reshaping the private investing landscape. Phil explains how Cliffwater’s newly launched Evergreen … Read More Read More

As markets surge on the backs of the Magnificent Seven, are investors missing what’s happening off the radar? Robert Curtiss, CFP®, is joined by Andrew Hull, CFA, Vice President and ETF Strategist at First Trust, to unpack overlooked investment opportunities that may hold stronger long-term value than today’s most-hyped tech names. Andrew explains how today’s … Read More Read More

When electricity demand in the U.S. hit a record-breaking high on July 28th, 2025, it wasn’t a blip; it was a signal.  In this powerful follow-up to Episodes 69 and 78, Robert Curtiss welcomes back Michael Underhill, founder and CIO of Capital Innovations, to unpack the megatrends shaping the future of investing. From surging AI-driven … Read More Read More

What happens when public markets no longer provide the diversification they once promised? In this episode, Robert Curtiss, CFP®, is joined by Tony Davidow, Senior Alternatives Investment Strategist at the Franklin Templeton Institute, to explore the tectonic shifts transforming private markets. Tony shares insights from decades of experience working with institutional capital, family offices, and … Read More Read More

It’s the dog days of summer, but the market hasn’t gone to sleep. Robert Curtiss welcomes back frequent guest Miles Clark from Dorsey Wright for a timely conversation on where we are and where we might be headed.  From all-time market highs to yellow-flag participation levels, this episode dives into the realities behind performance, volatility, … Read More Read More

Markets have been anything but predictable in 2025, yet resilience continues to surprise investors.  In this midyear outlook episode, Robert Curtiss is joined by Peter Repetto, Vice President and Investment Strategist at iCapital, to unpack where the economy stands and where it may be heading next. With deep insights drawn from Peter’s team-wide strategy review, … Read More Read More

A power shift is underway. And it is not just political or technological.  In this episode of The Millionaire Next Door, host Robert Curtiss sits down with Michael Underhill, Chief Investment Officer at Capital Innovations, to explore the seismic transformation in infrastructure and energy investing. With humor, historical context, and deep industry insight, Michael compares … Read More Read More

In today’s financial world, headlines shift by the hour, and uncertainty feels like the new norm.  But what if this volatile environment is actually full of opportunity? In this insightful episode, Robert Curtiss speaks with Zachary Levenick, a seasoned hedge fund executive turned family office investor, about why today’s market isn’t just chaotic, it’s promising. … Read More Read More