Room to Run

In this episode, Robert looks at why bold predictions about new technology so often age poorly and explains how today’s debates around AI adoption echo the early days of past revolutions. He breaks down the industries already seeing real productivity gains from applied AI, the companies quietly rewriting their cost structures, and why these early adopters may define one of the biggest investment t...

In this episode, Robert unpacks why short-term traders are getting punished in this market and explains the mindset shift that separates investors who survive volatility from those who get wiped out by it. He breaks down what this latest pullback really signals, why the Fed’s messaging has become the center of every swing, and how to recognize a taper tantrum before it hits full force. From long-t...

Robert opens with a surprising parallel between political power struggles and financial strategy, revealing why governments often do whatever it takes to keep markets high when control is on the line. He breaks down how stimulus policies are shaping the next phase of the bull market, the three assets best positioned to benefit, and why volatility is just the cost of staying invested when the stake...

In this episode, Robert explores how AI has evolved from a tech breakthrough to a full-blown geopolitical arms race. He traces the roots of today’s AI competition back to a chilling prediction made years ago, then unpacks how OpenAI, government policy, and national security are converging to reshape global power. Plus, his breakdown of three potential outcomes for the AI boom and what they could m...

Robert breaks down why the AI bull market is not a bubble, but rather the beginning of a multi-year expansion. He explains how investor trauma from past crashes fuels skepticism and missed opportunities, and why disbelief is actually driving this rally higher. Plus, his take on managing risk, staying patient, and how to avoid the overtrading trap in one of the strongest markets of our lifetime.

In this episode, Robert compares today’s AI boom to past “productive bubbles” where speculation led to real progress and lasting innovation. He explains why AI’s growth is backed by earnings and infrastructure, not hype, and how investors can position for the next phase of this cycle. Plus, insights on managing gold positions during volatility, and why pullbacks in bull markets often create opport...

Robert explains why investors are flocking to gold and Bitcoin as governments flood the system, creating what he calls the “debasement trade.” He connects today’s currency dilution to historical collapses in monetary confidence, and breaks down why this time is different, with stocks and hard assets rising together. Plus, insights on portfolio positioning, the rise of rare earth investing, and how...

In this episode, Robert draws powerful parallels between today’s AI boom and past technological revolutions to reveal where we really are in the cycle. He breaks down why the strongest bull markets are often the most hated, how sentiment and fundamentals are clashing in today’s market, and what that means for investors navigating record profits, high valuations, and constant bubble talk. Plus, how...

From Bell Labs to AI, this episode explores how innovation shifts from pure research to real revenue. Robert breaks down why this AI function could be the trillion-dollar driver of the next market cycle, and what that means for investors today. He looks at the buildout phase, the strain on energy infrastructure, and the opportunities (and risks) in names like $GOOGL, $RDDT, and $CRWV. Plus, why st...

Markets may be climbing, but many investors are still stuck in bearish thinking. In this week’s note, Robert explains how optimism has historically outperformed skepticism, why the “stimulus wave” is only just beginning, and what that means for stocks, small caps, and AI. He shares his framework for managing runaway winners like $OKLO, discusses how Fed rate cuts and yield curve control could fuel...

The AI boom is only just beginning and the biggest gains may still be ahead. In this week’s episode, Robert explains why Phase 2 of AI could unlock even greater earnings power than model training, why investors like Howard Marks are calling this bubble “early innings,” and what that means for markets. He also shares how he’s approaching stock selection with Stage Analysis, why chasing “falling kni...

In this episode, Robert explores why resilience is the single most underrated quality in trading and investing. Drawing parallels from Stan Druckenmiller and George Soros to a famous baseball player, he explains being quick to move on can be just as important as finding winners. He then connects this mindset to today’s market setup covering the stimulus wave, technical trends, and the sectors show...

In this episode, Robert tackles the question on everyone’s mind: are U.S. tech stocks in a bubble? He unpacks why constant “bubble talk” misses the bigger picture, what history gets wrong about comparisons to the Dot-Com era, and how the rise of AI, liquidity cycles, and profit margins are changing the game. From Nvidia’s explosive growth to Palantir’s surge, he explains why valuations aren’t the...

In this episode, Robert breaks down why some investors felt far more pain than others during the week’s market volatility and what that reveals about portfolio risk, beta, and balance. He explains how to think about high-growth names like Palantir and Robinhood alongside steadier compounders like Berkshire Hathaway and Visa, and why position sizing matters more than most investors realize. From cr...

In this episode, Robert connects today’s market setup to history, explaining how sentiment, fundamentals, and technicals are colliding in ways most investors miss. From the psychology driving bull markets to the forces shaping AI, Nvidia, and the broader economy, he unpacks what’s really moving stocks right now and why pessimism may not match reality. Plus, he answers a listener question that gets...

In this episode, Robert revisits one of Warren Buffett’s most famous investing ideas and asks what happens when the “wide economic moat” starts to shrink. He explores how once-unshakable giants can lose their edge, what separates a moat from a mirage, and why some advantages are built to last. From trash collection to social networks to the world’s most trusted cryptocurrency, he shares examples o...

In this episode, Robert draws a powerful parallel between today’s AI boom and a forgotten era of tech dominance. He explains why history doesn’t repeat, but it often rhymes. He breaks down the original “hyperscalers” of the dot-com era, the lessons they offer today’s giants, and the one key difference that could shape the next five years of growth. From infrastructure bottlenecks to energy constra...

In this episode, Robert explores the two investor mindsets that quietly shape long-term performance and how one can cost you everything. He breaks down the traits that separate reaction from reflection, short-term thinking from durable conviction, and explains why your personal habits might be your portfolio’s biggest threat. From the psychology of FOMO to this cycle’s stimulus footprint, Robert s...

In this episode, Robert unpacks what a Vegas hot streak can teach us about investing in a falling dollar and what happens when chips suddenly lose value. He breaks down the key drivers behind the recent market rally, explains why a short-term reversal in the dollar could cool things off, and shares how he’s navigating the current environment. From buy lists to breakout trades, he highlights the se...

In this episode, Robert makes the case for why being wrong isn’t a flaw in investing, it’s the job. He shares examples of Nobel laureates, hedge fund legends, and trillion-dollar CEOs who’ve all missed big calls, and explains why success in markets isn’t about perfection but something else entirely. From the psychology of bad trades to three bold calls he still believes in, including what's ne...

In this episode, Robert covers the “disbelief rally” and explains why the loudest skeptics might be missing the bigger picture. He breaks down what’s really powering the market beneath the surface, how to spot the signals most investors overlook, and why this setup could lead to one of the strongest runs in years. From stimulus tailwinds to the psychology of missing out, he shares how he’s positio...

In this episode, Robert reflects on the trades that changed his life and the moments of doubt that nearly stopped him from making them. From Apple to Palantir, he unpacks the patterns behind his biggest wins and why the best ideas rarely feel obvious in the moment. He explains why conviction matters more than anything, and why one under-the-radar stock could offer asymmetric upside in today’s mark...

In this episode, Robert unpacks a quiet force holding investors back and it's not market risk, but something else entirely. He explores how past losses shape future decisions in ways most don’t realize, and why fear, headlines, and mental narratives can do more damage to portfolios than volatility ever could. From investor PTSD to the dangers of shorting bull markets, he makes the case for rewriti...

In this episode, Robert draws a striking comparison between today’s market conditions and a moment in history most investors have forgotten but shouldn’t. He explores why stocks can soar even when the world feels like it’s unraveling, and what this means for those navigating volatility, protests, geopolitical risk, and the rise of AI. From the role of liquidity cycles to retail psychology, he expl...

In this episode, Robert breaks down what might be the most important shift in U.S. economic policy in a generation and why it matters more than any political drama. From rising retail investor influence to signs of coordinated government stimulus, he unpacks the signals under the surface that explain the relentless bid in markets. Plus, he explains what this means for your portfolio and answers a...