Best Doug Cox Podcasts (2025)

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Beat Wall Street at Its Own Game | Robert Rolih on Investing Smart, Avoiding Fees, and Building Real Wealth 33:44

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Most people invest their money trusting “financial experts” who profit whether you win or lose. Hidden fees, poor advice, and overcomplicated portfolios quietly steal your wealth—often costing you millions over a lifetime. The financial industry isn’t built for your success—it’s built for theirs. You work hard for your money, yet your investments m…

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Ep. 271: Two Rented Carpet Cleaners in a Sourdough Wagon 50:29

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Doug and Alice had a plumbing issue this past week. But while that might have been pretty crappy (heh), let's focus on the more fun parts of life - such as Alice's radio play coming up this weekend! Or Doug sharing news on new snacks everyone can go out and try! Or the fact that nobody had to poop in a litter box this past week! It truly is the sea…

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A Working Man’s Guide to True Success | Dr. Mark Teague on Principles, Time, and Building a Legacy 29:43

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Today’s culture often tells us life should be easy—that struggle is unfair and someone else is to blame when things go wrong. Yet real success still comes from the same time-tested values that built this country: hard work, integrity, and personal responsibility. Many people feel lost, frustrated, or stuck, chasing quick fixes or blaming circumstan…

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Old School Meets New School: Leading Across Generations 26:08

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Old School Meets New School: Leading Across Generations: In this episode of the Never in Reverse podcast, we explore what it truly takes to lead a multigenerational workforce in today’s manufacturing world. Jeremy Axel and Douglas Cox break down the challenges of uniting boomers, millennials, and Gen Z on the same team, while clearing up the stereo…

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Mark Higgins: Financial History Is More Relevant Than People Think 51:30

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Our guest on the podcast today is Mark Higgins. Mark serves as senior vice president for IFA Institutional, where he specializes in providing advisory services to institutional plans such as endowments, foundations, pension plans, defined-contribution plans, and various corporate plans. He’s the author of Investing in US Financial History: Understa…

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Building Wealth, Stories & Studios | Brent Lindstrom on Real Estate, Writing & the 10-Year Freedom Plan 42:11

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Most people want to follow their dreams, but they’re stuck trading time for money. They tell themselves, “someday I’ll write that book, make that film, or start that business,” but life, bills, and fear keep getting in the way. Without a plan, passion alone isn’t enough. Too many creative entrepreneurs burn out chasing projects that don’t pay—or wo…

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Ep. 270: Two Kitty Surprises in a Half Naked Half Marathon 58:21

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It's time for two months worth of It Went Terribly! And boy, is it ever a-propro in this one. Doug shares a story about an NBA player who loved (in absolutely no particular order) chicken wings, naked women, and his deceased grandfather - all set against the backdrop of the global COVID pandemic. And Alice shares a list of her favorite soccer movie…

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The Morning Filter: Why 2026 Could Be a Breakout Year for Dividend Stocks 26:18

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Today on The Long View, we’re featuring an episode from another Morningstar podcast, The Morning Filter, which you can subscribe to on Apple podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. In this special episode of The Morning Filter podcast, co-host Susan Dziubinski sits down with Morningstar columnist Dan Lefkovitz to take a deep dive into dividend …

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The Entrepreneur Whisperer | Randy Gage on Freedom, Wealth, and Breaking the Poverty Mindset 42:11

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Most people want wealth, health, and happiness—but they’ve been programmed to believe they don’t deserve it. They chase money with the wrong mindset, stuck in debt and self-sabotage, confusing busyness for progress. From school to social media, we’re conditioned to think small. We’re told money is evil, rich people are greedy, and success requires …

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Eric Jacobson: The Entire Face of the Bond Market Has Changed 52:26

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Our guest this week is our colleague, Eric Jacobson. Eric is a senior principal for fixed-income strategies on Morningstar’s Manager Research team. He focuses on a variety of taxable, tax-exempt, and nontraditional managed strategies. He covers some of the key asset managers, he publishes thought leadership, and he is a member of the Morningstar Me…

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Ep. 269: Two Planes, Trains, and/or Automobiles in an Athletic Movie Marathon 47:16

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'Tis the season to be thankful. And Doug and Alice sure try their absolute hardest. But why should you be thankful for manufacturers? For injuries? For...ears? Also, Alice is hooked on this new series she's been watching - cyber security training videos. So there's that. Other discussion topics may include: - Gigantic, small dangling spiders - How …

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AI Agents, Automation & the Future of Work | Joy Rowland on Building Smart Businesses with Virtual Employees 38:26

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Business owners and professionals are overwhelmed—emails, calls, and endless repetitive tasks leave no time for innovation. Meanwhile, AI is advancing at lightning speed, threatening to replace entire job sectors. How can you stay relevant and use technology to your advantage instead of being replaced by it? IBM just saved over $3.5 billion using A…

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The no B.S truth about leadership and reinvention | Paul Glover 45:58

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In this episode of the Never in Reverse podcast, host Doug Cox invites listeners into the extraordinary journey of Paul Glover, a man who once stood in federal courtrooms as a confident trial attorney, only to find himself on the other side of the justice system after being convicted on seven counts of white-collar crime. Paul Glover discusses how …

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Dan Haylett: ‘The Retirement You Didn’t See Coming’ 55:13

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Our guest on the podcast today is Dan Haylett, who’s the author of a new book called The Retirement You Didn’t See Coming. Dan is a financial planner and head of growth for TFP Financial Planning based in the UK. Dan focuses on financial planning, retirement planning, and life planning for people over age 50. He also hosts a podcast called Humans v…

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Breaking the Hedge Fund Barrier | Justin Kuyper on Democratizing Elite Investing for Everyone 31:06

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For decades, hedge funds and elite private investments have been reserved for the wealthy few. Everyday investors are left out—limited by regulations, high fees, and lack of access to opportunities that could truly grow their wealth. While millions chase average returns through ETFs and index funds, the world’s top funds continue to multiply fortun…

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Ep. 268: Two Virtual Maestros in a Nude Sporting Event 44:33

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Is Alice autotuned this episode? Or is her voice just all mangled due to a recent illness? And, if the latter, *should* we have autotuned her? Elsewhere, hear about how Alice and Doug almost kinda potentially could have sorta possibly considered getting another cat (maybe). But they apparently already have a pet radioactive spider, so that should b…

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From Corporate Cage to Fractional Freedom | Joanna Zhang on Building a VA Empire with Heart 35:10

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Most entrepreneurs start with big dreams but get trapped doing everything themselves—burning out on admin work, marketing tasks, and endless to-dos that steal the joy of running their business. They want to scale but can’t afford full-time help. Hiring VAs feels risky and time-consuming. And trying to “do it all” often leads to exhaustion, poor res…

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The Fine Line Between Vision and Delusion 25:23

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Is your bold "vision" for the business a guiding star, or is it a dangerous delusion? Leaders constantly walk the fine line between vision and delusion, where the pursuit of profit can tempt you to compromise the very purpose that drives you. In episode 40 of the "Never and Reverse Podcast," hosts Jeremy Axel and Doug Cox dissect this ongoing chall…

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Callie Cox: A Student Teacher of Financial Markets 50:02

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Today’s guest on The Long View is Callie Cox. Callie is the chief market strategist at Ritholtz Wealth Management, where she helps the firm’s clients make sense of markets and suss out signal in the noise. Callie’s clear, relatable approach to market commentary blends deep macroeconomic market insights with an understanding of investor behavior. Be…

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Selling, Scaling & Starting Over | Ian Noble on Building Freedom Beyond the Family Business 38:31

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Many entrepreneurs dream of selling their business but rarely think about what comes next. After years of hard work, they find themselves unsure how to replace the income, identity, and purpose their company once provided. Without a plan, selling your business can feel less like a victory and more like an identity crisis. You go from being the deci…

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Ep. 267: Two Canned Beef Monuments in a Near-Death Scarf Incident 56:04

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Yesterday was Alice's birthday! And, for the occasion, Doug has conjured up an exciting, brand new, absolutely-not-inspired-by-anything-else-ever game! Get ready for: Alice Shen: This Has Been Your Life So Far! Other discussion topics may include: - How long do you wear your favorite pair of underwear? - How to dodge the ram people - Is your butter…

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The Business of Consulting: Systems, Strategy, and Sustainable Growth | Adi Klevit 28:00

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In this episode of "Never in Reverse Podcast," host Jeremy Axel interviews business consultant Adi Klevit about the realities of consulting, process documentation, and business scalability. Adi shares insights on why consulting engagements fail, the importance of aligning values, and how effective documentation drives measurable results. They discu…

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Beth Pinsker: Lessons From ‘My Mother’s Money’ 53:39

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Our guest on the podcast today is Beth Pinsker. She’s a certified financial planner and the author of a new book called My Mother’s Money: A Guide to Financial Caregiving. Beth is also a veteran financial journalist. She’s currently a financial planning columnist at MarketWatch and has also worked at Reuters, Fidelity, and Walletpop.com. Prior to c…

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Ep. 266: Two Terrible Guard Dogs in a Metaphor for Puberty 51:37

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Alice and Doug have just returned from a surprise early birthday trip out of town. They've come back with stories of food, a 40th anniversary celebration, and a what-might-have-been involving an "adult playground." It's also National Candy Day, and...have you ever noticed how suggestive some candy slogans sound? Well, you're about to. Other discuss…

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Doug Merrett: Salesforce Security Assessments — What They Reveal and How Organizations Should Respond 21:14

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Salesforce security assessments can be eye-opening. They often reveal gaps that teams never knew existed — from excessive user access to unmonitored integrations. In this episode, we’re joined by Doug Merrett, Salesforce Security, Compliance, Privacy and Resilience Specialist at Platinum7, to talk about what these assessments really uncover, why so…

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The Silver Guru Speaks | David Morgan on Precious Metals, Fiat Collapse, and Financial Freedom 38:22

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In a world of rising inflation and crumbling currencies, traditional investments feel increasingly risky. For decades, people have relied on fiat money—yet history proves that every unbacked currency eventually fails. So, what happens when the dollar loses its dominance? Financial uncertainty isn’t just about markets—it’s about control, fear, and f…

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The $142K MISTAKE That Changed Our Hiring Process Forever 31:03

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In episode 39 of the "Never in Reverse" podcast, hosts Jeremy Axel and Doug Cox break down the truth about hiring your first employee and why it’s not always the success milestone people think it is. They share real-world lessons on what can go wrong and right when bringing someone onto your team, from hiring friends or family to setting clear expe…

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Doug and Heather Boneparth: How Couples Can Find Financial Harmony 54:35

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Today on the podcast, we’re going to be chatting with Heather and Doug Boneparth. They’re co-authors of a new book called Money Together: How to Find Fairness in Your Relationship and Become an Unstoppable Financial Team. Heather and Doug know a little something about money in relationships. As you may have guessed, they’re married. Heather worked …

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Ep. 265: Three Killer Tumbleweeds in a Graveyard of Rock Legends 1:08:20

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It's Halloween! *cue the screams, moans, and...baby sounds?* You know the drill. Our favorite Halloween aficionado Kevin Roach is back in the studio to play some seasonally inspired games. And, inevitably, Doug will make him say some totally inappropriate things in this year's annual horror skit. Here's a spoiler: Frankenstein has never been worse.…

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From Brazil to Business Freedom | Rafael Pinho on Building Companies That Run Without You 44:49

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Too many business owners are trapped inside their own companies. They’ve built successful operations, but instead of owning a business, they’ve just created a stressful job — one they can’t step away from without everything falling apart. Without an exit plan or systems in place, owners risk burnout, financial loss, and missed opportunities. Many b…

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The Business of Breaking Up: How Strategic Divorce Saves Families & Fortunes | Joe Dillon 37:33

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In this insightful episode of Never in Reverse Podcast, host Jeremy Axel sits down with Joe Dillon, a divorce mediation pioneer and co-founder of Equitable Mediation Services, to challenge the biggest misconception about divorce. With 17 years of experience, an MBA in finance, and advanced training from Harvard, MIT, and Northwestern, Joe brings bo…

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Carl Richards: The Case for ‘Deeply Human’ Financial Advice 57:23

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Hi, and welcome to The Long View. I’m Christine Benz, director of personal finance and retirement planning for Morningstar. Today on the podcast we welcome back Carl Richards, who’s the author of a new book called Your Money: Reimagining Wealth in 101 Simple Sketches. His previous books, The Behavior Gap and The One-Page Financial Plan, were both b…

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Rich by Choice | Dr. Nicholas E. Michels on Mindset, Money, and Living Intentionally 37:33

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Most people work their entire lives chasing wealth—only to realize too late that money alone doesn’t bring happiness or security. They’re financially busy but emotionally broke, unsure how to align their money with the life they actually want. Without clarity and purpose, wealth becomes another burden. Families drift apart, burnout sets in, and peo…

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Ep. 264: Two Gluttony Possessors in an Adventure of Intrigue 38:37

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Doug's dealing with a splitting headache and a barely there voice, but the show must go on! Enjoy this abbreviated episode full of Alice and Doug recounting their weekend trip with friends to St. Louis for a little bit of wrasslin', a whole lot of food, and one very intriguing adventure. Other discussion topics may include: - Santa Claus Sting - De…

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Motor City Grind, Jim Chatas Interview 41:45

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Turnkey Real Estate Freedom | Dr. Axel Meierhoefer on Investing, Performance, and the Future of Wealth 54:12

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Many professionals and investors want to build passive income through real estate but end up overwhelmed—spending too much, managing the wrong properties, and becoming accidental landlords instead of financial freedom seekers. They chase “hot markets,” listen to bad advice, and ignore the systems that actually build wealth. The result? Burnout, neg…

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Old vs. New: The Supply Chain Showdown 25:15

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In this episode of Never in Reverse, hosts Jeremy Axel and Doug Cox explore the real-world challenges and breakthroughs shaping today’s supply chains. From the lasting impact of the COVID-19 pandemic to the ripple effects of global tariff wars, they share how businesses can stay agile and thrive through uncertainty. They discuss the value of buildi…

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Mike Pyle: Looking for Uncorrelated Sources of Return 44:42

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Our guest this week is Mike Pyle of BlackRock. Mike is managing director and deputy head of the Portfolio Management Group, which encompasses BlackRock’s fundamental and systematic investing teams across fixed income, equities, and multi-asset. He has also served as BlackRock’s chief investment strategist and portfolio manager of the Tactical Asset…

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Ep. 263: Two Tasting Tongue Dogs in an Infant Bodysuit 47:21

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Woman down! This week's episode involves the tale of how Alice nearly met her end thanks to some kitty litter, a trash can, and a potential minor loss of flexibility. She also almost did a crime, so it's been a big week. Meanwhile, Doug envisions a baby Joe Pesci and...researches whether or not jock straps are trademarked? Okay, so it's not potenti…

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From Army Chaplain to Financial Freedom | Joshua Brooks on Serving Veterans Through Wealth & Purpose 31:14

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Transitioning from military to civilian life can be one of the hardest challenges veterans face. Many leave service with leadership skills, discipline, and purpose but without clear direction on how to manage their finances or build long-term stability. Thousands of veterans struggle with underutilized benefits, financial stress, and uncertainty ab…

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Delegate or Die: Why Founders Who Can’t Let Go Never Scale 25:21

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In episode 37 of "Never in Reverse Podcast," hosts Jeremy Axel and Douglas Cox explore the challenges founders face with delegation. They discuss how holding on to control leads to burnout, bottlenecks, and stunted growth. Through personal stories and practical advice, they emphasize the importance of trusting the right team, setting clear processe…

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Barry Ritholtz: ‘How Not to Invest’ 1:06:16

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Today on the podcast, we’re welcoming Barry Ritholtz. He’s co-founder, chairman, and chief investment officer of Ritholtz Wealth Management, a firm that was launched in 2013. He’s the creator and host of Masters in Business, one of the earliest finance-related podcasts. He also regularly posts on The Big Picture, where he’s been covering everything…

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Solving Dyslexia, AI, and the Future of Learning | Russell Van Brocklen on Research, Education, and Freedom 40:15

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Millions of kids struggle with dyslexia and reading, yet most school systems are failing them. Even with record-high spending per student, literacy rates are collapsing, leaving children—and their parents—frustrated and hopeless. Parents are told to wait it out, spend thousands on testing, or accept special education programs that rarely work. Mean…

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Many mid-career professionals dream of leaving the 9–5 grind, but the fear of starting a business from scratch holds them back. Creating systems, building operations, and taking on risk can feel overwhelming. This fear keeps people stuck—working long hours for someone else’s dream, instead of building their own. Too often, people dive into the wron…