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How do you thank someone for saving your life? In this yearâs Gratitude episode, Boyd Dunleavey shares his extraordinary journey from beating cancer to running marathonsâand how investing in companies like Nvidia and Shopify changed his familyâs future. Listener stories span the globe, from a school founder in Japan to a Fool in Bangalore with a portfolio full of 10-baggers. Along the way, David reflects on the power of community, the lessons of loss, and why gratitude is the ultimate fuel for a richer life. This is Thanksgiving, Rule Breaker-style.
Host: David Gardner
Producer: Desirée Jones
Companies mentioned: AMZN, AXON, COST, MELI, META, NFLX, NVDA, SHOP, TSLA, TTD
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As another year winds down, itâs time to pause and reflect on the year of 2024 and the gratitude we feel. From groundbreaking achievements in business (artificial intelligence) to investing home runs (Nvidia, and the S&P 500 overall) to the meaningful connections that enrich our lives, this weekâs podcast is an expression of thankfulness for what inspires us, supports us, and keeps us moving forward⊠and reminds us why we invest. Letâs feel grateful together â letâs call it out! And find sparks of inspiration for the year ahead.
Host: David Gardner
Producer: Desirée Jones
Companies mentioned: AMZN, ISRG, MELI, META, NVDA
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This June, ChatGPT took its first swing with five big questions about Rule Breaker Investing, and a new episodic series was born. Now, weâre back for Volume 2âwith a baseball twist! ChatGPT pitches David five questions, each a unique pitch type:
1. Hardball: What separates Rule Breakers built to last from those destined to fizzle out?
2. Softball: Can David sum up Rule Breaker Investing in one sentence?
3. Curveball: What would make him rethink a long-term winner?
4. Screwball: Is there a traditional investing rule David (begrudgingly) respects?
5. Knuckleball: If he could pass on just one Rule Breaker principle, what would it be?
Come for the hardball, stay for the knuckleball!
Host: David Gardner
Guest: ChatGPT
Producer: Desirée Jones
Companies Mentioned: AAPL, AOL, ARM, AXON, BB, DDD, FIT, GPRO, IOM, K, META, NOK, P, TSLA, YHOO
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Ever felt the chill of a silent room after asking for questions, only to be met with zero raised hands? Or maybe youâve found yourself buried in commercials, losing valuable family moments during the big game. This week, David shares his latest volume of Mental Tips, Tricks, and Lifehacks with seven unique strategies to make life smoother, smarter, and a bit more joyful. From the Hemingway Bridge to transforming âFAILUREâ into an unexpected love message, get ready for a dose of elegance, insight, and a little Rule Breaker flair â this week, only on Rule Breaker Investing!
Host: David Gardner
Producer: Desirée Jones
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Mailbag! This week, David welcomes back an expert as we open up focusing on risk... in its prominent forms of tolerance and also capacity. Then, a non-partisan look at the upcoming election: âWhat truly drives America forwardâregardless of political tides?â Some chicken soup for American souls..... At close, a special missive from a Foolish investor who shares his Magnificent Seven score along with a story that cannot fail to inspire.
Producer: Desirée Jones
Host: David Gardner
Guest: Amanda Kish
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Do you want to hear something really scary? The kind of scary that could drain your accounts and seize your assets? Do not adjust your podcatcher, Fool! Robert Brokamp is back to shock, scare, and surprise you with stories from the dark side of finance. But fret not! He will also give you the keys to your survival.
(7:08) There's No Theft Like Home (13:19) A Broker Making You Broker (20:40) The Silence of the Hams (29:36) Scamazon Prime (37:32) The Perfect Storm (47:48) Guardians of the GracelandHost: David Gardner
Guest: Robert Brokamp
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You're already pretty smart, but let's go for even smarter! Our all-Fool cast is here to help you understand some common and not-so-common investing terms, so that you can be more fun at cocktail parties â and more importantly, be a better investor! Are we heroes? Are we zeros? Keep score and let us know.
Host: David Gardner
Guests: Amanda Kish, Andy Cross, Sanmeet Deo
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This week on Rule Breaker Investing, David welcomes Elaine Hungenberg, Senior VP of Partnerships & Impact at XPRIZE. Elaine explains how XPRIZEâs unique competition model sparks world-changing innovations, from space exploration to clean water solutions. In this lively conversation, discover how prize-driven innovation accelerates breakthroughs, hear about some of the most exciting XPRIZE projects, and learn valuable lessons from Elaineâs journey as a thoughtful disrupter. Tune in for a deep dive into creating impact, followed by our always fun, signature round of Buy, Sell, Hold!
Host: David Gardner
Guest: Elaine Hungenberg
Producer: Desirée Jones
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Every stock tells a story. This week on Rule Breaker Investing, we gather around the campfire for the ninth time to share our best stock stories. From Meta Platformsâs long arc of growth to Warner Bros. Discoveryâs debt-ridden saga, these stories arenât just tales of companies; they are lessons for life and investing. David and his Motley Fool friendsâDave Meier, Mary Long, Nathan Alderman, and Tracy Dahlârecount their most memorable stock experiences. Join us at the campfire!
(3:17) The Long Arc (11:52) Catching Flies with Honey (22:22) David and Goliath but Not the Way You Think (36:46) You Have More Than You Think (46:28) Thatâs the Last Time Iâm Ever Going to Do ThatCompanies Mentioned:
BMBL, BRK, META, WBD, YHOO
Host: David Gardner
Guests: Dave Meier, Mary Long, Nathan Alderman, Tracy Dahl
Producer: Desirée Jones
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On the road and looking at a light mailbag, David writes his own beautiful question this month, using it as an opportunity to highlight five favorite moments from the Rule Breaker Investing podcast in 2024.
Companies Discussed: AAPL, AMZN, GOOG, META, MSFT, NVDA, TSLA
Host: David Gardner
Producer: Desirée Jones
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Welcome back to our quarterly Market Cap Game Show! This week, two past champions, Matt Argersinger and Yasser El-Shimy, face off in a battle of wits and estimates, each vying for the coveted seat in our 2025 âMarch Market Cap Madnessâ World Championships. With 10 stocks on the line and two throwdown rounds, who will come out on top? And how will you fare against our contestants? Whether itâs semiconductors, space exploration, or the future of sound systems, weâve got an exciting lineup of companies for you to test your market cap knowledge. Can you outscore both guests?!
Companies Discussed:
NBIX, RKLB, AMD, SHOP, SYNA, MSFT, LOW, SONO, HEI, KFRC
Host: David Gardner
Guests: Matt Argersinger, Yasser El-Shimy
Producer: Desirée Jones
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Investing rewards those who play the long game. While short-term trading can capture gains, true wealth comes from thinking in years, even decades. This applies not just to investing, but also in business, leadership, and life. This week, David interviews Rand Stagen, Managing Director of Stagen Leadership Academy, and one of Davidâs favorite people in business. Rand shares his wisdom on the long-term development of leaders and organizations, why conscious leadership is crucial for businesses today, and the lessons we can all learn from playing the long game in every aspect of life. Along the way, theyâll explore the balance of business, family, and legacy, and even tackle some Buy, Sell, or Hold predictions for the future of leadership.
Host: David Gardner
Producer: Desirée Jones
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In this sixth installment of Essays from Yesterday, David takes us on a journey back through time to revisit some of his earliest (and sometimes prophetic) investment writings from his days as a Motley Fool newsletter contributor. From reflections on the volatility of 2007-8, to introducing new terms like âBig Dumb Money,â and thoughts on building mental frameworks for investing, David reacts to his past essays with fresh insights for todayâs markets. Join us as we explore the lessons learned from history and how they continue to guide our investing journeys today.
3:56 - #1 January is the Best Month
12:14 - #2 Big Dumb Money
21:34 - #3 Frameworks for Investors
31:46 - #4 Foolâs Eye on Investing
Companies Discussed: CHKP, CSCO, FTNT
Host: David Gardner
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Light mailbag as we pre-recorded early in the month. But always a few things to talk about. Small things come in good packages! Happy Labor Day Weekend to all USA Fools.
Host: David Gardner
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Games have always been central to the human experience, shaping the way we think, interact, and understand the world. This week, as part of our Authors in August series, David welcomes back philosopher C. Thi Nguyen to explore the deeper implications of games in our lives. From ancient pastimes to modern video games, we delve into why games matter, how they reflect our agency, and what they teach us about ourselves. With his book Games: Agency as Art, Nguyen reveals the profound ways games act as a form of artistic expression and how they can even influence the way we navigate lifeâs challenges. Whether youâre a dedicated gamer or simply curious about the philosophical underpinnings of play, this conversation offers insights that extend far beyond the gaming table.
Also, this is a reminder that our August Mailbag episode drops this Saturday. Whether youâre on the road for Labor Day Weekend or just relaxing at home, be sure to tune in, our 106th consecutive monthly mailbag will be there for you!
(1:34) Intro C.Thi Nguen
(4:51) Why we play games
(11:58) What does it mean to play a game?
(19:13) Striving Play vs. Achievement Play
(31:21) A game that people think is not a game?
(34:43) What's not a game people think is a game?
(54:13) Buy Sell or Hold
Producer: Desirée Jones
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This week on Rule Breaker Investing, David welcomes neuroscientist and bestselling author David Eagleman for a mind-expanding conversation about his book Sum: Forty Tales from the Afterlives. As part of the ongoing Authors in August series, David dives into Eaglemanâs fascinating exploration of life, death, and the possibilities beyond. What can a neuroscientistâs perspective on creativity and storytelling teach us about how we live our lives today? Plus, a speculative look at the future of AI, the neuroscience of rule-breaking, and what it means to leave a lasting legacy. And⊠does this episode feature our best-ever game of Buy, Sell, or Hold?
Companies Discussed: AMZN
Producer: Desirée Jones
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Continuing our 7th annual Authors in August series, David welcomes John Mackey, co-founder of Whole Foods Market, for a deep dive into his 2024 book, The Whole Story. Reflecting on the journey from Safer Way to Whole Foods to Amazon.com to Love.Life, John shares how passion, purpose, and unexpected surprises shaped a company thatâs transformed the way America eats. With a nod to their 2020 conversation on Conscious Leadership, this episode explores the intersection of purpose and profit, and the enduring joy of playing the game of lifeâand business.
Companies Discussed: AMZN, CMG, SBUX, WMT
Producer: Desirée Jones
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Kicking off our 7th annual Authors in August series, David pivots from an unexpected cancellation to a special Poetry of Rule Breaker Investing episode. Herein, a selection of eight original poems from fellow Fools inspired by market movements, Rule Breaker principles, and financial freedom, plus a surprise world-premiere musical tribute! Join us for a whimsical and thought-provoking journey into the art of investing, with a nod to the enduring impact of classic literature.
Companies Discussed: AAPL, AMZN, NFLX
Host: David Gardner
Producer: Desirée Jones
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In this, our 105th consecutive monthly Mailbag episode, we explore the power of asking beautiful questions, the importance of engaging sincerely with all questions, and the journey of finding oneâs platform of value.
Companies Discussed: PTON, ROKU, SEA, TDOC, ZOOM
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With August imminent, David reminds listeners of the three authors weâre hosting next month and gives one great quote from each of their books as a teaser. But this 19th episode of Great Quotes then starts in earnest with five powerful quotes from past featured August authors Seth Godin, Priya Parker, Amor Towles, Shirzad Chamine, and Warren Berger â with many other books and quotes peppered in. How does the wisdom from each of these brilliant thinkers break the rules, and what do they teach us about investing, business, and life?
Companies Discussed: AMZN, GOOG, NVDA, SBUX
Host: David Gardner
Producer: Desirée Jones - Show more
