Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Exam Podcast – Updated Edition

Audio Lessons for the New Financial Professional – 11+ Hours of Current, Streamlined Instruction

Important Note About This Edition

This is the Updated Edition of the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Audio Lessons.
It reflects the most current regulations, updated rule changes, revised thresholds, and the latest FINRA content outline.

This edition is shorter and more streamlined than the Legacy Edition. It is designed for learners who want:

• The most up-to-date regulatory material
• Clear, concise explanations
• A structured course that mirrors the modern SIE exam format
• High-efficiency learning in a compact audio experience

If you prefer deeper fundamentals, long-form explanations, and more extensive examples, you may also want to explore the Legacy Edition, which contains over 37 hours of content but includes some outdated regulatory references.

Many students use both:

• Updated Edition → for the newest regulations
• Legacy Edition → for deeper fundamentals and broader context

Why Audio Lessons Work

Modern research supports the benefits of auditory learning:

• 65% of people are primarily auditory learners, making audio one of the most effective ways to absorb exam material.
• Audio study increases memory retention by up to 50%, especially when paired with periodic review.
• Engaging multiple senses—listening while taking notes—can improve recall by as much as 70%.
• Listening during commutes, workouts, or downtime increases daily study time without adding stress.

These lessons are designed to maximize learning efficiency, reinforce key concepts, and make exam preparation flexible and convenient.

What’s Included

• 25 professionally narrated lessons
• 11+ hours of updated instruction
• Full coverage of the SIE exam outline
• Clear explanations focused on exam-relevant facts and rules
• Cross-referenced topics that align with current FINRA guidance
• Ideal as a standalone study tool or companion to textbooks/practice exams

Full Table of Contents — Updated Edition

Lesson 1 Intro to the SIE Exam — 30:31
Lesson 2 Regulation — 25:17
Lesson 3 Regulatory Legislation Part I — 25:37
Lesson 4 Regulatory Legislation Part II — 25:40
Lesson 5 Market Participants and Market Structure — 25:39
Lesson 6 Aspects of the Securities Industry — 25:26
Lesson 7 Understanding Economic Factors — 25:02
Lesson 8 The Federal Reserve and Monetary Policy — 25:19
Lesson 9 The Balance Sheet and Its Components — 25:12
Lesson 10 Types of Offerings — 25:30
Lesson 11 Exempt Securities — 25:12
Lesson 12 Understanding Equity Securities and Corporate Financing — 25:10
Lesson 13 An Overview of Stock Types and Regulations — 25:36
Lesson 14 Understanding Debt Instruments and Bond Market Dynamics — 25:49
Lesson 15 Debentures — 25:48
Lesson 16 Bonds and Securities — 25:26
Lesson 17 Municipal Bond Underwriting — 25:36
Lesson 18 Packaged Products — 25:34
Lesson 19 Understanding Mutual Funds and Related Concepts — 31:59
Lesson 20 Variable Contracts, Municipal Fund Securities, and Annuities — 25:48
Lesson 21 Limited Partnerships and Direct Participation Programs — 25:22
Lesson 22 Orders and Trading Strategies, Broker-Dealers, and Trading Mechanics — 33:15
Lesson 23 Corporate Actions and Their Impact — 26:06
Lesson 24 Regulations Affecting Retirement Plans — 26:49
Lesson 25 SRO Requirements for Associated Persons — 29:01

Total Running Time: 11+ hours