Best Alex Cunningham Podcasts (2025)

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TIP723: The Art of Buying Growth Companies for Value Prices w/ Jim Zimmerman and Abigail Zimmerman 1:17:29

6h ago1:17:29

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On today’s episode, Kyle Grieve chats with James and Abigail Zimmerman about the strength of growing and sustainable cash flowing businesses; the importance of strong balance sheets; how they navigate their circle of competence, and the steps they take to expand it; why simplicity is so important in an age of complexity, how they use cash as a boos…

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BTC235: Jack Mallers on XXI (21) and Strike Borrowing and Lending (Bitcoin Podcast) 1:10:15

2d ago1:10:15

1:10:15

Explore the launch of Twenty One Capital, its strategic ties with Tether, SoftBank, and Cantor Fitzgerald, and how it compares to MicroStrategy or ETFs. Plus, Strike’s bold leap into secure Bitcoin lending. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: 00:00 - Intro15:29 - How Twenty One Capital was formed and why now is the right time for a Bitcoin-native public …

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From “On the Media” ’s “Divided Dial”: “Fishing in the Night” 33:49

3d ago33:49

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This special episode comes from “On the Media” ’s Peabody-winning series “The Divided Dial,” reported by Katie Thornton. You know A.M. and F.M. radio. But did you know that there is a whole other world of radio surrounding us at all times? It’s called shortwave—and, thanks to a quirk of science that lets broadcasters bounce radio waves off the iono…

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RWH057: Celebrating Warren Buffett w/ Joel Greenblatt, Nick Sleep, Tom Russo, Christopher Bloomstran & Chris Davis 1:52:33

5d ago1:52:33

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In this special celebratory episode, William Green spotlights some of the most important lessons from the greatest investor of all time: Warren Buffett. In honor of Buffett’s historic decision to retire after 60 years as Berkshire Hathaway’s CEO, William offers his thoughts on Buffett’s legacy & Berkshire’s future; he also shares powerful highlight…

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Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson on President Joe Biden’s Decline, and Its Cover-Up 49:50

7d ago49:50

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Nearly a year ago, a Presidential debate between Donald Trump and Joe Biden, moderated by Jake Tapper and Dana Bash of CNN, began the end of Biden’s bid for a second term. The President struggled to make points, complete sentences, and remember facts; he spoke in a raspy whisper. This was not the first time voters expressed concern about Biden’s ag…

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TIP722: Best Quality Stock Idea Q2 2025 w/ Clay Finck & Kyle Grieve 1:16:16

7d ago1:16:16

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On today’s episode, Clay and Kyle give an overview of their best quality stock idea for Q2 2025. This quarter, they discuss Booking Holdings. To our surprise, Booking Holdings is the world’s largest travel company. We explore how the company built a dominant position in Europe through its network effect, asset-light business model, and sound capita…

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BTC234: Bitcoin Torque, Saylor's Playbook w/ Andy Edstrom (Bitcoin Podcast) 1:06:45

9d ago1:06:45

1:06:45

Andy Edstrom unpacks whether Bitcoin is truly the last asymmetric bet for companies, diving into MicroStrategy's model, capital structure risks, and Bitcoin's rising institutional role. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: 00:00 - Intro 03:40 - Why Michael Saylor calls Bitcoin a lifeline for “zombie companies” 05:20 - How Bitcoin’s returns compare to trad…

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Percival Everett’s “James” Wins a Pulitzer 20:17

10d ago20:17

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A year ago, Percival Everett published his twenty-fourth novel, “James,” and it became a literary phenomenon. It won the National Book Award, and, just this week, was announced as the winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction. “James” offers a radically different perspective on the classic Mark Twain novel “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn”: Evere…

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TIP721: Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Meeting 2025 w/ Clay Finck & Kyle Grieve 1:26:48

12d ago1:26:48

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In this episode, Clay and Kyle reflect on their weekend at the Berkshire Hathaway annual shareholders meeting in Omaha and play a few of their favorite clips from the Q&A session with Warren Buffett, Greg Abel, and Ajit Jain. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: 00:00 - Intro 01:16 - Our thoughts on Buffett’s announced retirement of CEO at Berkshire Hatha…

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Elissa Slotkin to Fellow-Democrats: “Speak in Plain English” 28:38

14d ago28:38

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When Elissa Slotkin narrowly won her Senate seat in Michigan last fall, she was one of only four Democratic senators to claim victory in a state that voted for Donald Trump. It made other Democrats take note: since then, the Party has turned to her as someone who can bridge the red state–blue state divide. In March, Slotkin delivered the Democrats’…

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TIP720: Investing Against The Tide 1:08:21

14d ago1:08:21

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On today’s episode, Kyle Grieve breaks down the contrarian investing philosophy of Anthony Bolton, revealing how he consistently outperformed the market by combining sentiment analysis, in-depth fundamental research, and a flexible yet disciplined portfolio strategy. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: 00:00 - Intro 03:27 - The traits Bolton observed in …

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BTC233: Bitcoin & Texas A Roadmap for the Global Financial Shift w/ Parker Lewis (Bitcoin Podcast) 1:03:17

16d ago1:03:17

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This episode explores Bitcoin’s emerging role as a global economic force, from its convergence as money to grid integration, payment tech, and strategic policy shifts. Preston and Parker also spotlight Zaprite's innovations for Bitcoin payments and the broader implications of CBDCs and regulatory changes. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: 00:00 - Intro…

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How Donald Trump Is Trying to Rewrite the Rules of Capitalism 18:10

17d ago18:10

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For a long time, Republicans and many Democrats espoused some version of free-trade economics that would have been familiar to Adam Smith. But Donald Trump breaks radically with that tradition, embracing a form of protectionism that resulted in his extremely broad and chaotic tariff proposals, which tanked markets and deepened the fear of a global …

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#115: Training Strategy for the Next Grade -- A collab with Ryan Devlin of the Struggle Podcast 53:30

17d ago53:30

53:30

What does it take to break through to the next climbing grade? With each new milestone, the challenge grows harder—but potentially more rewarding. In this special collaboration with The Struggle Podcast, I coach Ryan Devlin as he works to push past his current limit of 5.13a and lay the foundation for his next breakthrough in sport climbing. No mat…

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TIP719: Investing and Life Lessons w/ Mohnish Pabrai 1:18:31

19d ago1:18:31

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On today’s show, Stig Brodersen talks with legend value investor Mohnish Pabrai. Since its inception in 1999, one dollar invested in the flagship fund would have turned into $13.63 vs. $6.19 for the S&P 500. In the special interview, you can join Mohnish and Stig’s metaphorical restaurant and together taste new wonderful dishes in investing and lif…

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Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., and the Confounding Politics of Junk Food. Plus, Kelefa Sanneh on the Long Influence of Kraftwerk 32:29

21d ago32:29

32:29

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., the Secretary of Health and Human Services, has been undermining public trust in vaccines and overseeing crippling cuts to research across American science. And yet his “make America healthy again” highlights themes more familiar in liberal circles: toxins in the environment, biodiversity, healthy eating. Kennedy has put jun…

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Why Cunningham Clinic Feels Like a Wellness Partner, Not Just a Provider 3:04

21d ago3:04

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In this insightful episode, we explore how ⁠Cunningham Clinic ⁠in Denver has carved out a unique and trusted space in the fast-growing wellness industry. With a blend of personal research and storytelling, the podcast host shares a first-hand look into what makes this clinic a standout for anyone looking to improve both how they look and how they f…

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TIP718: Buffett & Munger Unscripted by Alex Morris 1:09:40

21d ago1:09:40

1:09:40

In this episode, Clay dives into Buffett and Munger Unscripted by Alex Morris. This book is a treasure trove of timeless investing wisdom from decades of Berkshire Hathaway annual meetings. The episode highlights Warren and Charlie’s most powerful lessons on capital allocation, business quality, temperament, and how to achieve long-term investing s…

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BTC232: Bitcoin Allocation in a Changing Monetary Standard w/ Jim Crider (Bitcoin Podcast) 1:00:00

23d ago1:00:00

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This episode explores how Bitcoin investors can build resilient portfolios, respond to economic slowdowns, and make smarter money and time decisions. Expert insights on real estate trends, estate planning, and hedging strategies round out a comprehensive discussion. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: 00:00 - Intro 03:45 - The sustainability of Bitcoin's…

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A Historical Epic of the Chinese in America 19:30

24d ago19:30

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In recent years, there’s been a stark uptick in the level of violence and hate crimes that Asian Americans have experienced, but the “precarity of the Asian American experience is not new,” Michael Luo tells David Remnick. Luo is a longtime New Yorker editor, and the author of a new book about the Chinese American experience. He looks at how tensio…

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TIP717: Berkshire Hathaway 2025 w/ Chris Bloomstran 1:28:46

26d ago1:28:46

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Stig has invited legend investor Chris Bloomstran from Semper Augustus to teach us how to value Berkshire Hathaway on today's show. Semper Augustus has an outstanding track record with a compounded annual growth rate of 11.4% on equities since its fund's inception on 2/28/1999, compared to 8.2% for the S&P 500. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: 00:00 -…

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Cory Booker: “America Needs Moral Leadership, and Not Political Leadership” 30:27

28d ago30:27

30:27

As Donald Trump continues to launch unprecedented and innovative attacks on immigrants, civic institutions, and the rule of law, the Democratic response has been—in the eyes of many observers—tepid and inadequate. One answer to the sense of desperation came from Senator Cory Booker, who, on March 31st, launched a marathon speech on the Senate floor…

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TIP716: The Power of Customer Obsession: Amazon’s Secret Weapon w/ Kyle Grieve 1:12:11

28d ago1:12:11

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On today’s episode, Kyle Grieve explores the DNA of Amazon by tracing Jeff Bezos’s early influences, strategic decisions, and relentless focus on customer experience, revealing how a bold vision and founder-led culture built one of the most dominant businesses in history. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: 00:00 - Intro 02:12 - How Bezos’s childhood bri…

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BTC231: Bitcoin Nation State Adoption Paradox - A Trojan Horse w/ Alex Gladstein (Bitcoin Podcast) 1:06:25

1M ago1:06:25

1:06:25

Alex Gladstein unpacks the hidden power dynamics of financial privilege, the shifting terrain of surveillance, and why Bitcoin might be the most unexpected tool in the fight for human rights IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: 00:00 - Intro 08:23 - Why self-custody is essential to the philosophical core of financial freedom 13:12 - How grassroots Bitcoin…

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Nikki Glaser at the Top of Her Game 26:36

1M ago26:36

26:36

In the past few years, the comedian Nikki Glaser has breathed new life into the well-worn comedic form of the roast. Last year, she performed a roast of the football legend Tom Brady for a Netflix special, to much acclaim—with Conan O’Brien opining that “no one is going to do a better roast set than that.” Glaser has been on a hot streak since then…

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RWH056: Calm Amid The Storm w/ Christopher Begg 2:08:00

1M ago2:08:00

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In this episode, William Green chats with Christopher Begg, an exceptional hedge fund manager who is the CEO & CIO of East Coast Asset Management. Chris has also taught for many years at Columbia Business School, where he teaches the prestigious Security Analysis course that Warren Buffett took with Ben Graham in 1951. Here, Chris discusses how to …

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How Science Fiction Led Elon Musk to DOGE 28:09

1M ago28:09

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Elon Musk, who’s chainsawing the federal government, is not merely a chaos agent, as he is sometimes described. Jill Lepore, the best-selling author of “These Truths” and other books, says that Musk is animated by obsessions and a sense of mission he acquired through reading, and misreading, science fiction. “When he keeps saying, you know, ‘We’re …

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TIP715: Thinking in Bets by Annie Duke 1:04:10

1M ago1:04:10

1:04:10

In this episode, Clay explores the book Thinking in Bets by Annie Duke, a guide to making better decisions under uncertainty. Drawing from her career as a professional poker player, Annie shares how to separate decision quality from outcomes and avoid the trap of “resulting.” Clay also discusses how our brains are wired for certainty, why embracing…

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BTC230: Bitcoin's Political Shift w/ Brian Estes and Perianne Boring (Bitcoin Podcast) 1:07:04

1M ago1:07:04

1:07:04

Perianne Boring and Brian Estes join the show to break down today’s most pressing crypto issues—from rising tariffs and DOJ coin audits to the White House Digital Asset Summit. They share insights on the evolving market structure, the future of stablecoin legislation, and how Washington is shaping the next phase of digital finance. Plus, a look at …

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Ryan Coogler on “Sinners” 22:27

1M ago22:27

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Ryan Coogler began his career in film as a realist with “Fruitvale Station,” which tells the story of a true-to-life tragedy about a police killing in the Bay Area. He then directed the class drama of “Creed,” a celebrated “Rocky” sequel. But then he moved to the epic fantasy of Marvel’s hit “Black Panther” movies. In his newest project, “Sinners,”…

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TIP714: Bet Big, Bet Rarely: The Dhandho Investing Playbook w/ Kyle Grieve 1:09:09

1M ago1:09:09

1:09:09

On today’s episode, Kyle Grieve dives deep into Mohnish Pabrai’s The Dhandho Investor, unpacking its nine core principles through vivid case studies and personal reflections to help investors embrace simplicity, asymmetric bets, and the power of cloning proven ideas. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: 00:00 - Intro 03:34 - Why buying an existing busines…

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Will the Supreme Court Yield to Donald Trump? 27:55

1M ago27:55

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Ruth Marcus resigned from the Washington Post after its C.E.O. killed an editorial she wrote that was critical of the paper’s owner, Jeff Bezos. She ended up publishing the column in The New Yorker, and soon after she published another piece for the magazine asking “Has Trump’s Legal Strategy Backfired?” “Trump’s legal strategy has been backfiring,…

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TIP713: Why Serial Acquirers Outperform w/ Niklas Sävås 1:11:57

1M ago1:11:57

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On today’s episode, Clay is joined by Niklas Sävås to discuss the business model of serial acquirers. A serial acquirer is a company that grows primarily by repeatedly acquiring other businesses as a core part of its strategy. Over the past two decades, many serial acquirers have proven to be profitable investments in the stock market including Con…

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#114: Common Training Mistakes That May Be Limiting Your Climbing 1:12:43

1M ago1:12:43

1:12:43

The podcast is a classic Eric Hörst tour de force of climbing wisdom! No matter your ability level, training background, or goals, listening to this episode will challenge your current approach and inspire you to reinvent your training for better results. In this hour-long lecture, Coach Hörst breaks down 10 common training mistakes. Chances are, o…

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BTC229: Trump Tariffs, Market Chaos, Bitcoin Impact w/ James Lavish 1:01:32

1M ago1:01:32

1:01:32

Wall Street veteran and macro expert, James Lavish, and Preston Pysh have a candid back and forth about the Trump tariffs and what the impact in game theory looks like moving forward. They also talk about how it's impacting fixed income, equities, and Bitcoin. Plus how the U.S. might navigate things from here and what's expected ahead. IN THIS EPI…

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The Writer Katie Kitamura on Autonomy, Interpretation, and “Audition” 18:16

1M ago18:16

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Katie Kitamura’s fifth novel is “Audition,” and it focusses on a middle-aged actress and her ambiguous relationship with a much younger man. Kitamura tells the critic Jennifer Wilson that she thought for a long time about an actress as protagonist, as a way to highlight the roles women play, and to provoke questions about agency. “I teach creative …

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TIP712: Advice for My Twenty-Year-Old Self w/ Stig Brodersen 1:16:20

2M ago1:16:20

1:16:20

In today's episode, Stig Brodersen shares 20 pieces of advice with his 20-year-old self. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: 00:00 - Intro 02:02 - Why the limits of your language are the limits of your world 06:35 - Why you need to leave your comfort zone 09:05 - Why you can grow from making yourself vulnerable 21:29 - Why you can have anything but not e…

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Why the Tech Giant Nvidia May Own the Future. Plus, Joshua Rothman on Taking A.I Seriously 31:44

2M ago31:44

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The microchip maker Nvidia is a Silicon Valley colossus. After years as a runner-up to Intel and Qualcomm, Nvidia has all but cornered the market on the parallel processors essential for artificial-intelligence programs like ChatGPT. “Nvidia was there at the beginning of A.I.,” the tech journalist Stephen Witt tells David Remnick. “They really kind…

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TIP711: Netflix, Ferrari, & Managing Market Volatility w/ Arif Karim 1:26:59

2M ago1:26:59

1:26:59

On today’s episode, Clay is joined by Arif Karim to discuss Netflix and Ferrari. Arif has studied both businesses for many years as a co-Portfolio Manager at Ensemble Capital and knows these companies as well as about anybody. Arif has been in the investment industry for over 25 years, and is currently working on transitioning to his new venture in…

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BTC228: Saylor's Bitcoin Strategy w/ Preferred Stock w/ Jesse Myers (Bitcoin Podcast) 1:03:04

2M ago1:03:04

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Jesse Myers breaks down MicroStrategy’s bold new move, the MSTR preferred stock, and shares big-picture views on Bitcoin, scarcity, and economic transformation. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: 00:00 - Intro 02:58 - What MicroStrategy’s new preferred stock offering means for investors. 04:34 - The implications of MSTR’s free cash flow and interest exp…

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Elaine Pagels on the Mysteries of Jesus 26:17

2M ago26:17

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Thirty years ago, David Remnick published “The Devil Problem,” a profile of the religion professor Elaine Pagels—a scholar of early Christianity who had also, improbably, become a best-selling author. Pagels’s 1979 book, “The Gnostic Gospels,” was scholarly and rigorous, but also accessible and widely read. She changed how a lot of people thought a…

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TIP710: Common Stocks and Common Sense w/ Kyle Grieve 1:13:37

2M ago1:13:37

1:13:37

On today’s episode, Kyle Grieve explores how common stocks, paired with contrarian thinking and an understanding of cycles, can generate strong returns. We’ll cover lessons Ed shares from his journey—like allowing for imprecise valuations and learning from disappointing investments. We’ll also look at the value of investing alongside great investor…

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Senator Chris Murphy: “This Is How Democracy Dies—Everybody Just Gets Scared” 24:23

2M ago24:23

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With congressional Republicans unwilling to put any checks on an Administration breaking norms and issuing illegal orders, the focus has shifted to the Democratic opposition—or the lack thereof. Democrats like Chris Murphy, the junior senator from Connecticut, have vehemently disagreed with party leaders’ reversion to business as usual. Murphy oppo…

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TIP709: The Art of Long-Term Investing w/ François Rochon 1:08:44

2M ago1:08:44

1:08:44

On today’s episode, Clay is joined by François Rochon to discuss his long-term investing philosophy. François firmly believes that buying great businesses at fair prices is the key to success as a long-term investor. He also believes that trying to time the market is a fool’s errand and that stock price volatility is a gift to investors seeking to …

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BTC227: Bitcoin, Taxes, and Smart Estate Planning w/ Jessy Gilger (Bitcoin Podcast) 58:28

2M ago58:28

58:28

From ETF debates to home heat mining, Jessy brings deep insights on navigating Bitcoin's evolution, securing your crypto, and building a future with sound strategy and security. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: 00:00 - Intro 13:24 - Whether Bitcoin can serve as a reliable retirement asset 22:41 - Practical steps for passing down Bitcoin to future gene…

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A West Bank Family on the Verge of Annexation 21:57

2M ago21:57

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The far right in Israel has long dreamed of settling all of the West Bank, and Gaza, too—annexing the territories to create the land they refer to as Greater Israel. The Trump Administration might not object: Elise Stefanik, Trump’s pick for Ambassador to the United Nations, has agreed that Israel has a “biblical right” to the West Bank. “I think I…

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TIP708: Why Wall Street’s Playbook Is Broken w/ Harris Kupperman 1:19:13

2M ago1:19:13

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On today’s episode, Kyle Grieve chats with Harris Kupperman about his investing strategy based around concentrated bets on macro and events. Harris has decades of market experience and shares his thoughts on why investors have so much difficulty navigating the markets. Harris Kupperman is Praetorian Capital Management LLC's founder and chief invest…

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Kaitlan Collins Is Not “Nasty”; She’s Just Doing Her Job 28:48

2M ago28:48

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Kaitlan Collins was only a couple years out of college when she became a White House correspondent for Tucker Carlson’s the Daily Caller. Collins stayed in the White House when she went over to CNN during Donald Trump’s first term, and she returned for his second. Trump has made his disdain for CNN clear—and he’s not a big fan of Collins, either. A…

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