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The Real Investment Show (Full Show)
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The Real Investment Show (Full Show)8-1-25 Herd Mentality Could Be Costing You Big
Why do investors so often buy high and sell low? Jonathan Penn & Matt Doyle expose the dangers of herd mentality in the stock market, how FOMO (fear of missing…
The Real Investment Show (Full Show)7-31-25 The Fed Holds Firm
The Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady in its latest policy meeting, signaling a firm stance amid inflation concerns, and despite unchecked market…
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7-30-25 How to Effectively Hedge Against Inflation
It's a mega-earnings report day, and a Fed Meeting day, to boot; the notion among some investors that 20% returns are normal is scary. The Fed is expected to…
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7-29-25 Two Dads on Money - Grit, Grind, & Glam
Markets continue their bullish trend; Infrastructure build-out for AI is beginning to show up in data. Money flows return to US markets. Lance shares the bet…
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7-28-25 Big Tech Earnings
Lance reviews the Big News from the weekend, the trade accord between the US and the European Union, and previews the data that will drive markets this week…
The Real Investment Show (Full Show)7-25-25 Are You a Meme-stock Mania Dork?
Is your portfolio full of DORKs? Jonathan Penn and Jonathan McCarty unpack the return of meme stock mania and four speculative favorites: DNUT (Krispy Kreme)…
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7-24-25 How AI is Driving the Market
Artificial intelligence is no longer the future—it’s the engine behind today’s market moves. Lance Roberts & Michael Lebowitz break down how AI and machine…
The Real Investment Show (Full Show)7-23-25 Why Are Stocks Going Up
Stocks are rallying despite weak fundamentals. Lance Roberts & Danny Ratliff examine the real reasons behind the 2025 market surge. Malcom Jamal-Warner and…
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7-22-25 Two Dads on Money - Rent or Buy
Renting vs Buying a Home – Which Makes More Sense in 2025? Lance Roberts & Jonathan Penn, Two Dads on Money, ponder whether, with rising mortgage rates and…
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7-21-25 Big Questions for Big Tech
Can the AI boom sustain current valuations, or is a reckoning coming? Lance Roberts examines how AI and Big Tech investing trends are shaping portfolios…
The Real Investment Show (Full Show)7-18-25 Money Scripts & Credit Scores
Richard Rosso & Matt Doyle host Rich's last live Radio-episode* and reveal the reason for Matt's recent absence from the show. Airport Security parameters…
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7-17-25 The Magnificent 7 Are Mediocre
Are the Magnificent Seven losing their magic? Lance Roberts and Michael Lebowitz get the real story behind Magnificent Seven stocks performance and what it…
The Real Investment Show (Full Show)7-16-25 SPAC's Are Back
SPAC's (Special Purpose Acquisition Companies) are making headlines again. Lance Roberts & Danny Ratliff break down why SPAC investing is back in 2025, what’s…
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7-15-25 Two Dad's on Money
What kinds of traps and pitfalls could younger investors be falling into? Lance Roberts & Jonathan Penn provide advice from Two Dad's on Money in today's…
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7-14-25 Relative Returns or Absolute - What's More Important
Earnings Season has commenced with lowered expectations, meaning higher "beat" rates for companies, thanks to the lowered bar. Market react mildly to Mexican &…
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7-11-25 What the Big Beautiful Bill Means for Your Money & Retirement
What is the impact of the recently-passed Big Beautiful Bill on your money and retirement plans? Richard Rosso & Jonathan McCarty plumb the depths of the…
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7-10-25 Will Lower Rates Cure Higher Prices
As inflation remains elevated and the Federal Reserve begins to shift its tone, markets are asking: Will lower interest rates actually bring prices down — or…
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7-9-25 How to Protect Your Multi-decade Retirement from Inflation
More Tariff trouble on the horizon, but markets have seen this movie before (The Stick & Carrot Show). Market risk remains, as markets are highly deviated…
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7-8-25 ETF's are Eating the World
Earnings season is upon us; will volatility pick up? A bigger question will be how tariffs may affect corporate earnings. Employment numbers are dipping into…
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7-7-25 The Bull Market is Alive and Well
Lance is back from vacation, and the markets did not crash in his absence! On the contrary, they're doing very well. President Donald Trump's Big Beautiful…
The Real Investment Show (Full Show)6-27-25 Annuities Are Not Your Enemy
Are annuities always a bad deal? Not so fast. In today’s episode, Richard Rosso & Jonathan McCarty tackle the myths and misconceptions around annuities. From…
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6-26-25 The Fed's Next Mistake
Is the Fed setting the stage for another policy blunder? As inflation pressures linger and economic growth slows, Lance Roberts & Michael Lebowitz break down…
The Real Investment Show (Full Show)6-25-25 The Bulls Are Back in Town
Market speculation is at an all time high, yet there are economic surprises in store that could shake things up. There is now an illusion of economic strength…
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6-24-25 Is WW III Off the Table?
Is the threat of World War III finally off the table? Lance Roberts breaks down the latest developments in global conflict and what they mean for financial…
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6-23-25 US Strikes Iran - How to Invest When Geopolitics Explode
Over the weekend, the U.S. launched strikes against Iran’s nuclear facilities. Of course, for Americans and the financial markets, the response from not only…
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6-18-25 Fed Day Preview - Will They or Won't They?
It’s Fed Day! Will the Federal Reserve finally cut rates—or kick the can again? Lance Roberts & Danny Ratliff break down what’s at stake, what markets are…
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6-17-25 What's the Difference Between Fixed Income & Stable Income?
What's the difference between fixed income and "stable" income? Lance Roberts & Jonathan Penn break down the key differences between Dividend Stocks vs fixed…
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6-16-25 How the Iran-Israel Conflict Could Shock Markets
Lance Roberts breaks down the latest developments in the Iran-Israel conflict and what they mean for global markets, oil prices, and investor sentiment. With…
The Real Investment Show (Full Show)6-13-25 Is a College Degree Really Worth It
Is a college degree still worth the rising cost? As student loan debt climbs and tuition skyrockets, more families and young adults are asking whether a…
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6-12-25 Inflation Cools
May CPI surprised with a "cooler" print on inflation, begging the question of what the Fed will do next. Lance Roberts & Michael Lebowitz break down the CPI…
The Real Investment Show (Full Show)6-11-25 CPI Day - Will Inflation Hold Steady?
Today is CPI Day, and all eyes are on the Consumer Price Index report for May. What will today’s CPI data mean for the Federal Reserve’s interest rate path and…
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6-10-25 Private Equity is Coming for Your Money
Lance Roberts & Jonathan Penn uncover how private equity investments are no longer just for the ultra-wealthy...but is that the best plan? With Wall Street's…
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6-9-25 How to Buy the Dip--Technically Speaking
Are you waiting for the perfect moment to "buy the dip" but unsure how to spot it? Lance Roberts reveals how to identify smart entry points using technical…
The Real Investment Show (Full Show)6-6-25 Is 70 the New 65? Reshaping Retirement in America
Should the new retirement age be 70? Richard Rosso explores the financial, social, and personal implications of delaying retirement. What does working longer…
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6-5-25 Fed Rate Cuts Do Not Equal Inflation
Are investors wrong to assume that rate cuts will automatically tame inflation? Lance Roberts and Michael Lebowitz challenge the belief that the Fed’s rate…
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6-4-25 Will There Be a Summer Swoon?
Is a summer swoon looming in the stock market for 2025? Lance Roberts & Danny Ratliff explore the historical performance of the S&P 500 and major sectors…
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6-3-25 Reports of the Death of American Exceptionalism Are Greatly Exaggerated
Is America’s global leadership really fading? Lance Roberts & Jonathan Penn reveal the truth behind the “decline of American exceptionalism” narrative, and why…
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6-2-25 Why Buying Stocks is Always Hard
Why does the stock market test our patience and nerve? Lance Roberts looks at the psychology of investing, how to master long-term strategies, and ways to…
The Real Investment Show (Full Show)5-30-25 Is This the Year for Your Roth Conversion?
Is 2025 the ideal time for a Roth conversion? RIchard Rosso considers future tax rates potentially on the rise and retirement goals in focus, and why…
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5-29-25 The Death of Narratives
President Trump's tariffs are being negated by Trade Courts, and markets feel inspired. Nvidia reports earnings, and is poised for a 6% gain today; we're still…
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5-28-25 Nvidia Day!
It's “Nvidia Day!” The Big Dog in the Tall Grass for AI reports earnings after the closing bell today. Lance Roberts & Danny Ratliff delve into the…
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5-27-25 The Anchoring Problem & How to Solve It
Discover the hidden influence of anchoring bias on investment decisions and learn actionable strategies to overcome it. Lance Roberts and Jonathan Penn share…
The Real Investment Show (Full Show)5-23-25 Are There Warts on The One Big Beautiful Bill?
Are there hidden flaws in the One Big Beautiful Spending Bill? Danny Ratliff & Jonathan Penn expose what they're not telling you, diving into the fine print of…
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5-22-25 Bonds Are Cheap?
Are bonds cheap? Lance Roberts & Michael Lebowitz discuss whether or not bonds are a good buy now, with a composite bond market outlook, and the relationship…
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5-21-25 Has the Correction Started?
Is this the beginning of a market correction—or just a healthy pullback? Lance Roberts & Danny Ratliff break down recent volatility, key technical signals, and…
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5-20-25 Are Markets Too Complacent?
Are investors dangerously ignoring risk? Despite signs of slowing economic growth, elevated valuations, and geopolitical uncertainty, markets continue to trend…
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5-19-25 Moody's Debt Downgrade - Does It Matter
What does a lower credit rating mean for investors, interest rates, and the broader economy? Lance Roberts examines the implications of Moody’s recent U.S…
The Real Investment Show (Full Show)5-16-25 Tax-free Social Security - Dream or Deception?
What if your Social Security benefits were no longer taxed? A new bill in Congress could make that happen — but is it real policy or just political posturing?…
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5-15-25 What Is Up With Yields Now
Are rising yields a warning sign, or are they reflecting renewed economic strength? Lance Roberts & Michael Lebowitz dive into the latest movements in bond…
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5-14-25 The Equity Chase is On
As markets climb higher, investors are rushing back into stocks. But is the chase for equity returns grounded in fundamentals—or just FOMO? Lance Roberts &…
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5-13-25 Is Tariff Volatility Over?
Tariffs rattled markets. Then… silence. Are we in the clear—or is another shock coming? Lance Roberts and Jonathan Penn tackle the question: Is Tariff…
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5-12-25 How to Deal With a Bear Market Rally
It's Lance Roberts' 60th birthday, and the birthday faery made an early visit to the studio. Markets will be boosted today by news of an agreement between the…
The Real Investment Show (Full Show)5-9-25 HOUR-2 Financial Advice for Mom's on Mother's Day
Being a single mom means wearing every hat—and that includes the CFO of the household. In this special Mother’s Day edition of Financial Fitness Friday…
The Real Investment Show (Full Show)5-9-25 HOUR-1 Will Tax Reform Stall
With a new administration in Washington and control of Congress shifting, tax reform is once again a high-stakes issue for investors and business owners…
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5-8-25 The Fed Stays Hawkish
The Federal Reserve kept its stance firmly hawkish at their latest FOMC meeting — but what does that mean for stocks, bonds, and the economy? Lance Roberts &…
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5-7-25 China Blinks
The Federal Reserve Open Market Committee meeting concludes this afternoon; expect some volatility. As the U.S. pushes forward with new tariffs and a tougher…
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5-6-25 There's No Free Lunch - The Hidden Costs of Free Advice
Think you're getting "free" investment advice? Think again. Lance Roberts and Jonathan Penn uncover the hidden costs behind so-called "free" financial…
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5-5-25 Resistance is Futile for Bulls and Bears
May begins and stock buy backs return; earnings season has been okay, on lowered expectations. Employment report is stronger than expected, but showing…
The Real Investment Show (Full Show)5-2-25 Doing Debt the American Way
Why are Americans drowning in debt? In today’s episode, Jonathan McCarty and Matt Doyle uncover the real story behind 'Doing Debt the American Way.' Jonathan…
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5-1-25 What Is Up With Yields?
Bond yields are rising — but why now, and what does it mean for your investments? In this episode, we break down what's driving Treasury yields higher, how the…