The Investing for Beginners Podcast - Your Path to Financial Freedom

In this episode, Dave and Andrew delve into the recent news surrounding TikTok's influence on social media stocks. They discuss the potential impact of TikTok's proposed US-China split and analyze how it might affect other major social media companies like Meta, Snapchat, Pinterest, and Reddit. The conversation touches on key performance indicators such as daily active users (DAU) and average reve...

In this episode, Andrew and Dave discuss stocks that listeners encounter in their everyday lives. Starting from morning routines involving Keurig coffee and Crest toothpaste, they delve into companies like Dr. Pepper, Keurig Dr Pepper, and Procter & Gamble. The journey continues with an exploration of Johnson & Johnson, various car manufacturers like Ferrari and Tesla, and fast-food giants such as...

In this episode of 'At Any Rate,' host Evan Raidt is joined by John De Goey, author of 'Bull Shift,' host of 'Make Better Wealth Decisions Podcast,' and a respected portfolio manager. John shares his extensive journey to becoming a consumer advocate and financial advisor, highlighting his personal financial awakening. John discusses various biases, emphasizing overconfidence and recency bias, and...

In this episode of the Investing for Beginners podcast, hosts Dave and Andrew welcome Pieter from Compounding Quality to discuss his new venture, Tiny Titans. Pieter details his strategy for investing in microcap stocks, explaining the significant upside potential of these small companies. The conversation covers the importance of identifying high-quality, small-cap stocks with strong growth poten...

In this episode of the 'Investing for Beginners' podcast, Andrew and Dave dive deep into the world of earnings calls and reports. They cover the basics of what an earnings call is, the importance of the SEC's 10-K and 10-Q filings, and how to analyze these reports whether a company is new to you or familiar. The hosts discuss their personal strategies for consuming earnings call information, tools...

In this podcast episode, Evan Raidt and Andrew Sather discuss how to handle downturns in the stock market. They explore the natural cycles of the market, explaining the concept of downturns and market corrections. Andrew shares his personal experiences with financial instability and offers advice on maintaining an investment strategy during turbulent times. They emphasize the importance of staying...

In this episode, Dave and Andrew welcome Kyle from Milk Road to discuss various aspects of cryptocurrency, blockchain technology, and stablecoins. Kyle explains the basics of how blockchains work and the value they bring to the digital financial system. He highlights the global applications of cryptocurrencies, especially in regions with unstable financial systems or high transaction fees. The con...

In this episode, Andrew and Dave delve into the world of behavioral finance by analyzing Charlie Munger's famous speech, 'The Psychology of Human Misjudgment.' The hosts discuss various cognitive biases that influence investment decisions, including confirmation bias, authority bias, social proof, and the power of incentives. They also explore Munger's concept of the Lollapalooza effect and the im...

In this episode, host Evan Raidt welcomes special guest Brian Montez, a swing trade educator and host of the 'Learn to Swing Trade the Stock Market' podcast. Brian shares his financial awakening story, emphasizing the importance of discipline, structure, and practical tools in trading. They discuss the fundamentals of swing trading, differentiating it from other forms of trading, and the significa...

In this episode of the Investing for Beginners podcast, hosts Andrew and Dave delve into the essential metrics used for analyzing companies, including the cash flow statement, income margins, current ratio, debt to equity, and return on equity. Whether you're assessing tech giants like Nvidia or traditional companies like Walmart, these metrics will provide a solid foundation for beginner investor...

In this episode, Andrew interviews David Gardner, co-founder and chief rule breaker at The Motley Fool. David shares the origin story of The Motley Fool, including its humble beginnings as a print newsletter and the inspiration behind its name from Shakespeare's 'As You Like It'. He discusses the philosophy of rule breaker investing, emphasizing long-term holding of stocks, finding top dogs and fi...

In this episode, host Evan Raidt and guest Andrew Sather, Resident Investing Mastermind, discuss the importance of sustainable financial changes through smart investing. They explore the impact of early financial education, specifically referencing 'Rich Dad Poor Dad' by Robert Kiyosaki, and delve into the necessity of investing for building wealth and achieving financial independence. The convers...

In this episode, Andrew and Dave delve into listener questions focusing on position sizing and portfolio management. They discuss the merits of tracking total cash versus total percentage and elaborate on the use of spreadsheets and tools like Fiscal AI. The hosts dissect the idea of averaging up on stocks, providing insights on when it might be appropriate based on a company's lifecycle and growt...

In this episode of the Investing for Beginners podcast, Brett Schafer joins the discussion once again to compare Remitly and Wise, two leading companies in the remittance industry. The conversation covers their business models, market strategies, strengths, weaknesses, and competitive positioning. Listeners will learn about the growth trajectories of both companies, the role of technology in their...

In this episode, Evan Raidt introduces Dave Ahern, a former bank manager turned investing mastermind, to discuss the importance and benefits of monthly financial check-ins. They delve into the reality that many people lack regular financial check-ins and how this negatively impacts their financial stability. The episode outlines what a financial check-in involves—budgeting, tracking investments, a...

In this episode of Investing for Beginners, hosts Dave and Andrew welcome Carl Richards, a certified financial planner and author, to discuss his upcoming book and share insights into financial investing. Carl offers a fresh perspective on the importance of focusing on long-term goals rather than the daily fluctuations of the stock market. He emphasizes the distinction between investing and specul...

Welcome to the Investing for Beginners podcast, where we delve into the essential concepts of earnings, earnings per share (EPS), and how they influence stock performance. Join us as we explore the anatomy of an income statement, breaking down terms like gross margin, operating income, and net income. We also discuss the impact of tax rates, dilution, stock buybacks, impairments, and more using re...

In this episode of 'At Any Rate,' Evan Raidt hosts Andrew Sather, who shares his journey from financial beginner to expert. They discuss the importance of starting your financial journey, the power of compounding returns, and overcoming the fears and challenges beginners face. The conversation covers setting attainable goals, understanding your financial 'why,' and practical steps to build momentu...

In this episode, Dave and Andrew answer a listener's detailed questions on portfolio construction and management. They discuss portfolio structuring, allocation sizes, the number of companies to hold, diversification, and rebalancing. They emphasize the importance of having guidelines for full, starter, and prospect positions, balancing between conviction-based and equal weighting, knowing the poi...

Join Andrew and Dave on the Investing for Beginners podcast as they dive into the latest earnings reports of Microsoft and Watsco using Fiscal AI. They discuss key performance metrics, industry trends, and potential concerns, providing a comprehensive overview to help investors stay informed and make better decisions. Don't miss this episode for a quick catch-up on these major companies and see ho...

In this episode of 'At Any Rate,' host Evan Raidt is joined by guest Dave Ahern to discuss the importance of early financial education and its long-term effects. They share personal experiences about their own financial upbringings, the challenges faced due to a lack of financial literacy, and how different parenting styles can shape a child's financial future. Topics covered include budgeting bas...

In this episode of the Investing for Beginners Podcast, Dave and Brian Feroldi from Long-Term Mindset dive deep into the importance of capital allocation and why the order of operations matters. Brian explains the foundational aspects of capital allocation, including reinvestment in the core business, paying down debt, and other strategies for maximizing returns. The discussion covers real-world e...

In this episode of the podcast, Dave and Andrew delve into some of Warren Buffett's most insightful quotes. Using a collection prepared by John Rotonti, the discussion touches on Buffet's investment principles, such as identifying businesses with long-term competitive advantage, the ideal holding period for securities, valuation methods, and the importance of stable industries. The hosts also anal...

In this episode of 'At Any Rate,' host Evan Raidt, along with guest Andrew Sather, discuss how to make sustainable financial changes with minimal effort. They explore the importance of investing early, the power of compound interest, and how anyone, regardless of income, can start building wealth. The episode covers practical tips, such as setting up a budget, maximizing 401(k) employer matches, u...

Welcome to the Investing for Beginners podcast! In this episode, join us as we interview Brett, a knowledgeable Nintendo shareholder, about the iconic Japanese gaming company. Learn about Nintendo's business model, its evolutionary changes, and how it has achieved significant growth, especially with the upcoming launch of the Switch 2. We delve into the company's integrated hardware and software a...