Join a growing community of investors who are building wealth through rational thinking and compound interest. Hosted by Chris Franco, CMQ Investing... more
Cathie Wood's ARKK Fund is imploding, just as I predicted it would in January of 2022. Yesterday the ARK Invest... more
This episode builds on what we learned about The Mathematical Advantages of Doing Nothing. It features empirical evidence and wisdom... more
"You can see the results of not learning from other's mistakes by simply looking [around]. How little originality there is... more
In this episode, you will learn everything you need to know about the Margin of Safety concept. The Margin of... more
Warren Buffett preaches the importance of buying more of something you own for less than you initially paid. However, that's... more
Learn how to avoid one of the biggest mistakes investors make. This episode features wisdom from Charlie Munger and Warren... more
Learn the most painful lessons Warren Buffett learned after buying cigar butt (or cheap) companies. If you like this episode,... more
Learn about a small portion of Warren Buffett's 1996 letter to shareholders and the invaluable lessons it reveals about how... more
Learn 3 time-tested concepts that all investors who aim to be rational can use to their advantage. This epsiode features... more
Jack Bogle teaches us why costs can make the difference between investment success and investment failure. If you apply Bogle's... more
Learn key takeaways and actionable insights from "The Loser's Game" by Charles D. Ellis. Ellis' classic article was published in... more
Despite the short-term pain they cause, bear markets offer an opportunity for Gen Z and Millenial investors. This episode... more
This epsiode begins with the news that Warren Buffett sold some of Berkshire Hathaway's stake in BYD. The response from... more
You will learn about the recent Whisleblower complaint filed by Twitter’s former Head of Security, and how it illustrates one... more
You will learn how blockchain technology is revolutionizing the way Wall Street institutions like Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan do business.... more
The war between Apple and Facebook is far from over. This episode reveals how small businessess are struggling to acquire... more
One of the advantages of the VOO over the VTI is the turnover ratio. This metric is important for all... more
This episode uncovers 5 costly investing mistakes that all investors should avoid. Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger discussed these mistakes... more
It has been 90 days since I last shared the details about what is inside my stock portfolio. You will... more
Alibaba was the U.S.’s largest IPO in 2014, but now $BABA is one step closer to being delisted. What happened... more
Elon Musk’s character traits have a tendency to get him into trouble, as shown by Twitter’s new lawsuit attempting to... more
Advances in technologies like blockchain and AI supposedly have the potential to fuel economic growth, creating billions of dollars of... more
Warren Buffett says that he would have been “a whole lot poorer” without the influence of his business partner Charlie... more
Have Elon Musk’s Dogecoin tweets lost their magic touch? Over the weekend, Elon Musk again tweeted his support for Dogecoin,... more
My research into emerging market ETFs has led me to conclude that they’re a ripoff for retail investors. I share... more
In his 2011 letter to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders, Warren Buffett described the three different types of assets—and warned against investing... more
Invesco’s popular $QQQ ETF charges an expense ratio of 0.20%. Why is it so expensive? I read the fine print... more
Feeling anxious about your investments as fears of a recession loom? Tune out the noise with these words of investing... more
I discuss the importance of minimizing the costs of investing; a mathematically-proven way to improve your investment returns. The episode... more
According to the Wall Street Journal, “investors and their frayed nerves were tested further Friday" as the S&P 500 briefly... more
Is it inefficient to wait for good companies (or stocks) to go on sale? I share my response to this... more
During the 2008 financial crisis, Charlie Munger made millions on behalf of the Daily Journal corporation by investing their cash... more
Want to learn how to pick stocks like Warren Buffett? In Episode #90 of the CMQ Investing podcast, we... more
In Episode #89 of the CMQ Investing Podcast, I share my hot take on the overlooked reason why Elon Musk... more
Shares in Netflix ($NFLX) plunged 35% on Wednesday, after the company announced they lost 200,000 subscribers in Q1 2022. In... more
In Episode #87 of the CMQ Investing podcast, I share an important, behind-the-scenes update with you about the state of... more
Nick Maggiulli, creator of OfDollarsAndData.com and Chief Operating Officer for Ritholtz Wealth Management, is the author of the new book... more
Brian Feroldi has the #1 investing book on Amazon this week (Why Does The Stock Market Go Up?). Feroldi joins... more
According to some investors on social media, collecting passive income from dividend stocks is one of the best ways to... more
In Episode #83 of the CMQ Investing podcast, I come clean about the mistakes I’ve made in the past that... more
In Episode #82 of the CMQ Investing podcast, I summarize and explain Charlie Munger’s unique approach to investing in the... more
According to Charlie Munger, “the game of investing is one of making better predictions about the future than other people.”... more
In Episode #80 of the CMQ Investing podcast, I share one of the most valuable lessons I've learned from... more
My shares of Alibaba (BABA) dropped below $100 today as investors are panic selling. I was tempted to sell, but... more
In Episode #78 of the CMQ Investing podcast, I share my thoughts on today’s investing news—including inflation’s 40-year record high... more
In Episode #77 of the CMQ Investing podcast, I respond to our first negative review on Apple Podcasts. If you... more
In Episode #76 of the CMQ Investing Podcast, I review and share my thoughts on today's investing news—including the record... more
The Russian invasion of Ukraine has sent stocks tumbling, and investors across the globe are wondering how to protect their... more
In Episode #74 of the CMQ Investing podcast, I read and react to Warren Buffett’s latest letter to Berkshire Hathaway... more
Alibaba ($BABA), the dominant stock in my portfolio, is set to report its fourth-quarter earnings results tomorrow. According to an... more
In Episode #72 of the CMQ Investing podcast, you’ll find out why Warren Buffett says that you don’t need a... more
In Episode #71 of the CMQ Investing podcast, I share my initial reaction to Charlie Munger's remarks at the 2022... more
For Episode #70 of the CMQ Investing podcast, I've remastered and updated a fan-favorite episode from last August about the... more
In Episode #69 of the CMQ Investing podcast, I explain why I won't be investing in Peloton ($PTON) stock, despite... more
Meta Platforms Inc.'s stock crashed 26% on Thursday, wiping out a historic $251 billion in the company's market cap. In... more
Emotions running high after witnessing today's market volatility? Checklists are a simple and powerful tool you can use to stay... more
In Episode #66 of the CMQ Investing podcast, you'll learn a key lesson from Warren Buffett about "how the fortunes... more
Shares of Netflix (NFLX) tanked last week. This news is a way for us to illustrate the importance of buying... more
As the Nasdaq enters correction territory, many investors are experiencing heightened anxiety about their investments. In Episode #64 of the... more
This episode (#63) is an informal Part Two of "My Investment Portfolio Revealed (Allocation & Long-Term Holds)." You will learn... more
This episode explores why Cathie Wood's latest prediction about ARKK is delusional.
Why does Elon Musk tweet so much? In Episode #61 of the CMQ Investing podcast, you'll learn how Elon Musk’s... more
In Episode #60 of the CMQ Investing podcast, you'll learn how every investor can benefit by setting one measurable goal... more
Charlie Munger's Daily Journal Corp nearly doubled its holding in Alibaba ($BABA) in Q4 2021, as the stock plunged 20%.... more
Alibaba ($BABA) stock, one of my biggest holdings, is down nearly 50% this year. In Episode #58 of the CMQ... more
Some of our fellow CMQ Investors were considering adding Coinbase ($COIN) to their portfolios. In Episode #57, I crack open... more
What separates you from legendary investors? What's preventing your from achieving life-changing returns? It may be a fear of intimacy.... more
In Episode #55 of the CMQ Investing podcast, we discuss how individual investors should think about preparing for an inevitable... more
Apple has become the dominant stock in my portfolio. In Episode #54, you will learn why I am not selling... more
Many of you have asked me to share more about my investment strategy. This will be the first of many... more
In Episode #52 of the CMQ Investing podcast, you will learn that Charlie Munger doesn't hate cryptocurrency as much as... more
Jack Dorsey is stepping down as the CEO of Twitter. In Episode #51 of the CMQ Investing podcast, you will... more
Episode #50 of the CMQ Investing podcast gives you the (unconventional) wisdom you need to navigate inflation as an investor.... more
In episode #49 of the CMQ Investing podcast, I answer your questions about Rivian's IPO (RIVN) and their contract with... more
In Episode #48 of the CMQ Investing podcast, you'll learn the often-overlooked context behind Warren Buffett's investment in Apple—and why... more
In Episode #47 of the CMQ Investing podcast, I answer your questions about Charlie Munger's investment style (and how it... more
In Episode #46 of the CMQ Investing podcast, we cover a range of investing-related topics e.g. how to read 10-K... more
In Episode #45 of the CMQ Investing podcast, we cover a range of investing-related topics e.g. real estate, REITs, the... more
In Episode #44 of the CMQ Investing podcast, we cover the Squid Game Memecoin crash. The cryptocurrency that was known... more
In Episode #43 of the CMQ Investing podcast, we provide context to the recent controversy over Charlie Munger's windowless dorm... more
In Episode #42 of the CMQ Investing podcast, I share my new tool: The Bad Business Checklist. I created this... more
In Episode #41 of the CMQ Investing podcast, you will learn why Charlie Munger has profited from buying stocks that... more
In episode #40 of the CMQ Investing podcast, you will learn why stocks with strong brands can profit during inflation.... more
In episode #39 of the CMQ Investing podcast, we review the Library of Congress's 2010 report that identifies 9 common... more
In Episode #38 of the CMQ Investing podcast, you will learn why dollar cost averaging can be an irrational approach... more
In Episode #37 of the CMQ Investing podcast, you will learn why I think ESG ETF Funds are not sustainable... more
In Episode #36 of the CMQ Investing podcast, you will learn why Charlie Munger told Howard Marks that anyone who... more
In Episode #35 of the CMQ Investing podcast, you will learn about Charlie Munger's big investment in Los Angeles real... more
In Episode #34 of the CMQ Investing podcast, you will learn the mind-blowing impact that the costs of investing can... more
In Episode #33 of the CMQ Investing podcast, we discuss Bogle and Buffett, Evergrande, BABA, Charlie Munger's wisdom, Isaac Newton’s... more
In Episode #34 of the CMQ Investing podcast, you will learn the mind-blowing impact that the costs of investing can have on... more