VRA Investing Podcast

In today's episode, Kip breaks down a pivotal week for the markets, highlighting a powerful seven-day rally and the bullish signals emerging across equities. You'll hear timely insights on how global events—particularly the waning war and a shift in investor sentiment—are shaping smart money movements. Kip explores the lasting impact of retail traders pulling back, the surge in put buying,...

In today’s episode, Kip breaks down a pivotal Wednesday for the markets, highlighting the Dow’s best single-day performance in a year and pivotal new all-time highs for both the semiconductor and transport indexes. You’ll hear about the ongoing strength of the U.S. economy, despite recent geopolitical uncertainty, including the “smart money hour” streak and blowout earnings from major companies li...

In today's episode, Tyler breaks down a dramatic start to the week following the long Easter weekend. Our major indexes reversed early losses to finish at their highs of the day, another clear signal of a strong, resilient market. Tyler also unpacks the latest headlines driving market moves, including the late-day development that sparked the sixth consecutive Smart Money Hour. Tune in to find...

Welcome to the VRA Investing Podcast. In today’s episode, Speaker A recaps a resilient market performance in the face of geopolitical turmoil, highlighting how, despite heightened tensions in the Middle East and strong rhetoric from Washington, U.S. markets closed at their highs. Speaker A explores the signals pointing to a bullish market pivot, including robust job numbers, the continued strength...

Welcome to the VRA Investing Podcast, your daily source for market insight and actionable strategies. It’s Wednesday afternoon, and Kip Herridge is here to break down another strong day in the markets. On today’s episode, Kip explores the powerful rotation back into interest rate sensitive groups—tech, semis, small caps, gold, silver, and bitcoin—that are poised to lead the next leg higher.

In today's episode, Kip dives into a pivotal day for the markets following weeks of turmoil and a year that felt nearly nonstop with challenges. The episode explores breaking geopolitical news, including reports about Iran’s willingness to pursue peace and Trump’s shifting strategies—a development that sent the markets soaring. Kip shares personal insights, vivid premonitions, and draws intrig...

In today's episode, Tyler recaps a volatile start to the week for the markets. Despite the headline-driven pullback and growing market fear, we examine why the fundamental backdrop remains bullish, highlighting the structural strength of the current market cycle and opportunities emerging amid investor pessimism. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

In today's episode, Tyler discusses the sea of red in today's stock market action, unpacking the reasons behind the sell-off and explaining why the VRA remains optimistic about the bigger picture for both the US economy and the stock market. Tyler also breaks down news about Tech Insiders buying more stock, today's sector performance, and the latest moves from the commodities market. T...

Welcome back to the VRA Investing Podcast, hosted by Kip Herriage! In this episode, Kip Herriage breaks down a busy day in the markets, with small caps and semiconductors leading the charge higher. He dives into the latest geopolitical developments, including the escalating tensions with Iran and the potential market impact of a 15-point peace plan. Kip Herriage raises concerns about overseas conf...

In today’s episode, Tyler dives into the day’s stock market action, highlighting both the red on the screen and the bright spots savvy investors should be watching. He explains why having a reliable investing system is crucial during uncertain times and how sticking to your strategy can pay off in the long run. Tyler also discusses exciting developments with SpaceX and NASA’s announcement today of...

Welcome to the VRA Investing Podcast, hosted by Kip Herriage. In today’s episode, Kip Herriage takes us through the dramatic events that unfolded over the weekend, from Trump’s bold ultimatum to Iran about the Strait of Hormuz to the ripple effects felt across global markets. He explores how geopolitical tensions led to nerve-wracking moments, steep market drops, and then a surprising rally—in tru...

In today’s episode, Kip tackles the turbulent market conditions we’ve seen over the past four weeks, offering a seasoned perspective shaped by decades of market experience. Despite the recent “brutal” stretch and news-driven sell-offs, Kip makes it clear: this isn’t a bearish show. He takes listeners through the importance of staying disciplined during periods of fear and extreme oversold conditio...

Welcome back to the VRA Investing Podcast! On today’s episode, host Kip Herriage dives into a turbulent Wednesday in the markets, sharing his candid take on the Federal Reserve’s actions, Jay Powell’s press conference, and the political maneuvering impacting both Wall Street and Washington. With markets tumbling and sentiment at extreme fear levels, Kip Herriage breaks down the macroeconomic pictu...

In today's episode, Tyler covers the market's continued climb and explores key topics from the innovation revolution, including a look at Tesla’s Robotaxi event at SXSW in Austin, TX. Whether you’re new to investing or a seasoned listener, Tyler breaks down the market’s current state, discusses investor sentiment, and shares valuable data and trends to help you navigate the generational bu...

Welcome to the VRA Investing Podcast, hosted by Kip Herriage. In today’s episode, Kip dives into a jam-packed discussion on the current state of the markets, the ongoing geopolitical tensions influencing oil prices, and why he believes we're witnessing the start of a generational bull market. After a strong close in the markets—with all major indices up and the VIX continuing its downward slid...

Welcome back to the VRA Investing Podcast! On this episode, host Kip Herriage dives into what’s been a challenging week for the markets, examining everything from geopolitical uncertainty and its impact on oil prices to the pulse of investor sentiment and Federal Reserve actions. Kip Herriage shares sharp insights on the recent correction in the S&P 500 and NASDAQ, the effect of the ongoing wa...

In today's episode, Tyler Herriage breaks down another volatile day on Wall Street, offering his signature optimism even as markets face downward pressure. From big moves in oil and energy to the seasonal dynamics of this traditionally bullish period, you'll get a behind-the-scenes look at how headlines, and not fundamentals, are shaping investor sentiment. Tune into today's podcast to...

In today's episode, Kip breaks down the day’s market moves and zeroes in on what’s driving investor sentiment right now. In this episode, Kip explores why oil and the situation in the Strait of Hormuz remain at the heart of market volatility, sharing his thoughts on media narratives, the potential for lower oil prices, and the international power plays influencing the global economy. Kip also...

In today's episode, Tyler breaks down a wildly eventful start to the week in the markets, picking up where Kip left off with yesterday’s big reversal day. From the latest on the ongoing conflict in Iran and the impact of geopolitical headlines, to lessons learned about market psychology (including why you should never sell on a Monday), Tyler Herriage navigates through the market’s volatility...

Welcome to the VRA Investing Podcast! In today's episode, host Kip Herriage dives into a whirlwind Monday in the markets, sharing insights and lessons from historic trading days, including the infamous crash of 1987. He reflects on the wisdom of his mentors—especially Ted Parsons and his adage "never sell on a Monday"—and examines how those lessons hold true even amid today’s high vo...

In today's episode, Kip breaks down a rocky week in the markets, spotlighting the surprising fact that in spite of heightened volatility and the backdrop of war the S&P 500 closed down just 2%. Kip digs into the main forces driving investor sentiment: the impact of surging oil prices, geopolitical tensions centered on Iran, and what he calls the “4D chess” of Trump’s strategies on energy a...

Welcome back to the VRA Investing Podcast! In today’s episode, Kip Herriage is here to break down a whirlwind Thursday on Wall Street and share his unique perspective on what’s really driving the markets right now. After a quick shoutout to his son Tyler and a nod to his recent appearance with Grant Stinchfield on Real America’s Voice, Kip dives into some of the hottest topics affecting investors—...

In today’s episode, Kip dives into another action-packed Wednesday in the markets—after a humorous false start where he realized he hadn’t recorded his first attempt. Today’s show explores why Kip believes the week's lows are behind us, with the market showing classic signs of resilience and bullish rotation. From surging smart money activity and corporate earnings growth, to dramatic swings i...

In today's episode, Tyler dives into the current state of the markets and offers an optimistic outlook on a tough trading day. Despite much red across the screen, the VRA sees this market action as a countertrend move within a larger bull market. He also covers the latest developments in the Iran conflict and what they mean for your portfolio. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

Welcome back to the VRA Investing Podcast! In today’s episode, host Kip Herriage breaks down the latest market action and shares his seasoned perspective on the current investment landscape. He kicks off with a time-tested lesson from his first mentor—when uncertainty and volatility hit the markets, it often presents a prime opportunity for savvy investors.