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Data Scientist Hilary Mason on AI and the Future of Fiction

A view from the intersection of AI and creators. Rich Lumelleau and Data Scientist Hilary Mason discuss: - How her company Hidden Door uses generative AI to turn any work of fiction into an online social roleplaying game. - Whether Napster is a fair comparison. - What the future of storytelling could look like. Host: Rich Lumelleau Guests: Hilary Mason Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 13, 202518 min

Tom Gardner: A Message to All Investors

Motley Fool co-founder and CEO Tom Gardner shares some investing insights on the current market, investments to avoid, and a motley array of investing topics: - Investments to Avoid - Motley Fool Approach to Investing - Market Valuations - Paying for Investment Advice - Two Big Questions To watch Tom's message to all members, check out fool.com/message. Host: Mac Greer Guest: Tom Gardner Engineers: Dan Boyd, Austin Morgan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 12, 202526 min

AI, Superman, and Solar’s Kryptonite

Oh yes, we’re talking all kinds of stocks! (00:21) Jason Hall and Matt Frankel discuss: - AI stocks in the data center space (including CoreWeave) - Winners and losers in energy and solar from the Big Beautiful Bill. - With Superman coming out, we rank the intellectual property of Warner Bros. Discovery, Comcast, Disney, and Netflix (19:11) Dave Schaeffer, founder and CEO of Cogent Communications, talks with Asit Sharma and Sanmeet Deo about how Cogent’s deals with customers like Netflix and Meta Platforms work and what keeps him up at night. (32:39) Jason and Matt talk about Prime Day and other made up holidays and give us the stocks on their radar. Stocks discussed: CRWV, DLR, EQIX, AMZN, MSFT, BEP, BEPC, NVDA, CRM, CSIQ, RUN, FSLR, ENPH, TSLA, GEV, J, CEG, FLNC, WBD, CMCSA, DIS, NFLX, SOFI, CHD Host: Anand Chokkavelu Guests: Jason Hall, Matt Frankel, Asit Sharma, Sanmeet Deo, Dave Schaeffer Engineer: Dan Boyd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 11, 202542 min

Taiwan Semi’s $100 billion plan and housing is hot!

Taiwan Semiconductor’s earnings beat Wall Street expectations, the housing market is picking up steam after, and TopBuild & Ferrero International go shopping. Tyler Crowe and Matt Frankel discuss: - Taiwan Semiconductor’s most recent earnings report - The torrid pace of AI spending - Lower mortgage rates are taking the cork off existing home sales and refinancing - Insulation contractor TopBuild now does roofs. - Ferrero International acquires WK Kellogg - Two stocks we’re watching this earnings season Tickers Mentioned: TSM, NVDA, RKT, HD, BLD, QXO, KLG, KO, PEP, HSY, MDLZ, K, NSRGY, PLD Host: Tyler Crowe Guest: Matt Frankel Engineer: Dan Boyd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 10, 202522 min

Starbucks' China Challenge and Decoding Meta's AI Push

Starbucks is looking to sell a stake in its China business, Hershey has a new CEO and Meta hits the gas on AI. Jason Moser and Lou Whiteman discuss: - Starbucks' move to sell part of its China business. - Hershey hires a new CEO. - Meta moves for more talent and invests in eyewear. - What should be on investors' radar this coming earnings season. Tickers mentioned: SBUX, HSY, WEN, META, TWLO, NET, CRWD, PANW Host: Jason Moser Guest: Lou Whiteman Engineer: Dan Boyd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 9, 202520 min

Is Amazon the Best Prime Day Deal?

Looking at the company and stock behind the summer shopping event. (00:21) Anand Chokkavelu, Jason Hall, and Matt Frankel discuss: - The Aug.1 tariffs - This year’s four-day Prime Day (and whether Amazon stock is a deal) - Elon Musk’s political party and Tesla - Bold predictions Companies discussed: AMZN, TSLA Host: Anand Chokkavelu Guests: Jason Hall, Matt Frankel Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 8, 202515 min

Dinosaurs Roar for Comcast and CoreWeave Goes Shopping

Andy Cross and Jason Moser discuss: - Jurassic World Rebirth delivers for Comcast - CoreWeave finally gets it done for CoreScientific - Oracle makes a deal with the federal government - Two stocks to look for if the market pulls back Companies discussed: CMCSA, NFLX, CRWV, CORZ, ORCL, IOT, HWM Host: Andy Cross Guests: Jason Moser Engineer: Dan Boyd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 7, 202519 min

RBI Replay: What You’ve Done to Create Financial Freedom Vol. 3

Independence Week in the United States is the perfect time to explore financial freedom. This week’s podcast highlights nine key points leading to financial independence, featuring insights from Greek Philosophers, Rule Breaker listeners, and David himself. Rediscover Ask For a Raise Day and living below your means. Learn from listener stories about the importance of resilience, avoiding debt, multiplicands or multiplican'ts, and when your kids begin to see the financial light. Real stories and inspiration helping you achieve financial freedom, American-style. Host: David Gardner Producer: Bart Shannon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 5, 202548 min

First Half Lookback

For once, the big tech giants are not driving the market’s returns. (00:21) Motley Fool Senior Analyst, Anthony Schiavone, and Motley Fool Asset Management’s Chief Investment Strategist, Bill Mann, join Ricky Mulvey to discuss: - American equity markets reaching all-time highs. - The surprising performance of dollar stores. - What the passage of The Big Beautiful Bill means for EV makers and the federal deficit. - Ricky’s goodbye to Motley Fool Money. Then, (19:11) Motley Fool Canada’s Jim Gillies joins Ricky to discuss speculation in the market and to shine a light on five stocks to keep an eye on. (35:26) Bill and Anthony discuss two radar stocks, Alphabet and Target. Companies discussed: MSFT, META, TSLA, DG, MEDP, LULU, SMPL, ATGE, KTB, TGT, GOOG, GOOGL Host: Ricky Mulvey Guests: Bill Mann, Anthony Schiavone, Jim Gillies Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 4, 202542 min

Jobs, Cars, AI and Financial Freedom!

Jobs hold steady, Cloudflare takes a stand on AI and the stocks leading us to financial freedom. Jason Moser and Andy Cross discuss: - The recent jobs report. - What the stress test means for banks. - The current state of autos - Cloudflare pushes back on AI crawlers. - Stocks to celebrate financial freedom. Tickers mentioned: BAC, TSLA, F, GM, NET, NFLX, HD, WM Host: Jason Moser Guest: Andy Cross Engineer: Dan Boyd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 3, 202523 min

Another Big IPO Headed Our Way!

Figma files for its initial public offering, Amazon ushers in the rise of the machines and Apple noodles its AI strategy. Jason Moser and Lou Whiteman discuss: - Figma's IPO filing and what investors should be watching. - Amazon's robotics aspirations. - Apple's AI strategy: buy it or build it? Tickers mentioned: FIG, AMZN, AAPL, HON, ADBE Host: Jason Moser Guest: Lou Whiteman Engineer: Dan Boyd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 2, 202518 min

AI-Powered Warfare

Aerovironment’s CEO shares insights on the drone company’s game-changing merger and how unmanned systems are revolutionizing modern combat. Andy Cross interviews CEO Wahid Nawabi to discuss: - Multi-billion-dollar BlueHalo merger expanding capabilities across air, ground, space, and cyber - Fast Innovation: 18-month product cycles vs. 10-year industry standard - Record Growth: $764M backlog across 55 international customers - Vertical Integration: In-house design enables optimized performance at lower costs Companies discussed: AVAV Host: Andy Cross Guests: Wahid Nawabi Engineer: Dan Boyd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 2, 202546 min

Nike is Back in the Race

Nike stock moves higher after Q4 earnings. Andy Cross and Jason Hall discuss - Why Nike stock rallied after its latest earnings - Also: Home Depot to buy GMS for $5.5 billion - And will F1 the Movie drive Apple’s stock? Companies discussed: NKE, HD, GMS, QXO, AAPL, NFLX, AMZN Host: Andy Cross Guests: Jason Hall Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 30, 202521 min

GitLab CFO on Remote Culture Success, AI Integration

Brian Robins is the CFO of GitLab, a DevSecOps platform that supports software innovation. He joins Motley Fool CEO, Tom Gardner, plus Chief Investment Officer Andy Cross and AI Engineer Karl Juhl for a conversation about: - How GitLab scaled for remote culture - How technology and AI have shifted over the years - GitLab’s plan to handle the evolving cloud and DevOps landscape. Companies mentioned: GTLB Hosts: Tom Gardner, Andy Cross, Karl Juhl Guest: Brian Robins Engineer: Bart Shannon Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 28, 202558 min

Amazon Wants More Power

Amazon’s latest data center will require the same amount of electricity as one million homes. (00:21) Jason Moser and Matt Argersinger join Ricky Mulvey to discuss: - The data center spending boom. - Hims & Hers messy breakup with Novo Nordisk. - Overrated and underrated business stories from the year so far. (19:11) Progyny CEO, Peter Anevski, joins Tim Beyers and Holly Anderson to discuss the growth path ahead for the health benefits company. (31:28) Jason and Matt discuss Disney’s box office struggle with “Elio” and offer up two radar stocks: Uber and Otis Worldwide. Companies discussed: AMZN, HIMS, NVO, TSLA, PGNY, DIS, UBER, OTIS Host: Ricky Mulvey Guests: Jason Moser, Matt Argersinger, Tim Beyers, Holly Anderson, Peter Anevski Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 27, 202542 min

Boeing Cruising to New Altitudes?

Will innovations from the Paris Air Show be enough to lift airlines to new heights? Tim Beyers and Lou Whiteman discuss: - More AI-fueled earnings from Micron and changes at the Fed? - The Paris Air Show’s big reveals - Debating the better stock: Boeing or Airbus? Tickers: Companies discussed: BA, EADSY, MU, RYCEY, TXT Host: Tim Beyers Guests: Lou Whiteman Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 26, 202519 min

Everything Is a Circle

A stablecoin stock isn’t so stable; an accessible watch brand looks to lean into luxury. (00:21) Asit Sharma and Mary Long discuss: - The housing market slowdown, and where prices go from here. - How Carnival rides the waves of uncertainty. - Circle’s meteoric rise. - Diworsification at a watch company. The Wall Street Journal story discussed at the end of the show can be found here: https://www.wsj.com/business/american-investor-steven-wood-swatch-hayek-founding-family-7e17f6c6 Companies discussed: CCL, CRCL, COIN, SWGAY Host: Mary Long Guest: Asit Sharma Producer: Ricky Mulvey Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 25, 202522 min

Breaking Up is Hard to Do: It's Not Me, It's You

Novo Nordisk parts ways with Hims & Hers, a financials-related stock to get on your radar and more! Jason Moser and Matt Frankel discuss: - Why Novo Nordisk is parting ways with Hims & Hers. - Waymo and Uber's big Atlanta debut. - What the potential tax deduction on autos could mean for consumers and companies. - Matt has a financials-related stock he thinks is worth a closer look. Tickers mentioned: NVO, HIMS, TSLA, UBER, GOOG, GM, ALLY, RKT Host: Jason Moser Guest: Matt Frankel Engineer: Dan Boyd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 24, 202517 min

Tesla’s Key Robotaxi Rollout

FICO turns to BNPL data and Fiserv embraces a new stablecoin. Andy Cross, Jason Hall, and Matt Frankel discuss: - FICO to include BNPL data - The importance of Tesla’s robotaxi - Tesla’s advantages and challenges in self-driving - Fiserv launches its own stablecoin Companies discussed: FICO, TSLA, GOOGL, UBER, FI, PYPL, CRCL, SHOP Host: Andy Cross Guests: Jason Hall, Matt Frankel Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 23, 202525 min

Seth Godin on AI, Branding, and Attention

Seth Godin is a bestselling author of “Purple Cow” and “This Is Strategy: Make Better Plans”. Godin is a member of the Marketing Hall of Fame and the Coordinator of The Carbon Almanac. Godin joined chief Rule Breaker David Gardner joined TMF CIO Andy Cross to discuss: - If AI has a branding problem. - How the needs for status and affiliation drive human behavior. - Alphabet’s strategy problem. Companies mentioned: NKE, H, GOOG, GOOGL Hosts: David Gardner, Andy Cross Guest: Seth Godin Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. We’re committed to transparency: All personal opinions in advertisements from Fools are their own. [The product advertised in this episode was loaned to TMF and was returned after a test period.] or [The product advertised in this episode was purchased by TMF.] [Advertiser] paid for the sponsorship of this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 21, 202556 min

Economy is Solid. Economy is Uncertain.

Households and businesses are feeling more uncertain about the future, but the labor market is strong. (00:21) Motley Fool Senior Analysts Asit Sharma and David Meier join Ricky Mulvey to discuss: - The latest Fed meeting, and what Jerome Powell is watching. - What AI means for a consulting giant. - Earnings from Kroger and Darden Restaurants. (19:11) Then, we play a portion of our member’s only podcast “Stock Advisor Roundtable.” Brian Stoffel interviews Motley Fool Co-founder and CEO Tom Gardner about how AI has changed his investing process. (33:36) Asit and David share two radar stocks: Ferrari and CAVA. Host: Ricky Mulvey Guests: Asit Sharma, David Meier Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. We’re committed to transparency: All personal opinions in advertisements from Fools are their own. [The product advertised in this episode was loaned to TMF and was returned after a test period.] or [The product advertised in this episode was purchased by TMF.] [Advertiser] paid for the sponsorship of this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 20, 202542 min

Albertson’s Carries Baggage

The grocer is in a pickle. Can a longtime employee and new CEO turn it around? (00:21) David Meier and Mary Long discuss: - The macro factors influencing Powell’s interest rate decision. - Andy Jassy’s letter to Amazon employees. - Albertson’s turnaround and market-beating potential (or lack thereof). Companies discussed: AMZN, META, MSFT, ACI, KR Host: Mary Long Guest: David Meier Producer: Ricky Mulvey Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 18, 202516 min

Opportunities in Housing and a Solar Scare

Solar stocks take a tumble. (00:21) Anand Chokkavelu, Jason Hall, and Matt Frankel discuss: - Why solar stocks are falling today. - Lennar earnings. - How to think of your house: asset vs. investment. - Matt & Jason’s top 3 homebuilders. Companies discussed: ENPH, RUN, FSLR, SEDG, CSIQ, LEN, GRBK, MTH, LGIH, DFH, NVR Host: Anand Chokkavelu Guests: Jason Hall, Matt Frankel Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 17, 202520 min

Big Retail, Stablecoins and Dividends, Oh My!

Walmart and Amazon are looking into stablecoins and two dividend stocks to get on your radar! Jason Moser and Matt Argersinger discuss: - Why Walmart and Amazon are considering launching their own stablecoins. - Roku and Amazon expand their partnership. - Two dividend stocks Matt thinks are worth getting on your radar. Tickers mentioned: WMT, AMZN, ROKU, TTD, OC, WHR Host: Jason Moser Guest: Matt Argersinger Producer: Ricky Mulvey Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 16, 202518 min

Howard Marks, The State of the Market

Howard Marks the founder of Oak Tree Capital Management. He joins Motley Fool CEO, Tom Gardner, plus Chief Investment Officer Andy Cross and Senior Analyst Buck Hartzell for a conversation about: - How investors should think about the deficit - Investing in human emotion - The inescapability of risk Hosts: Tom Gardner, Andy Cross, Buck Hartzell Guest: Howard Marks Engineers: Bart Shannon, Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 15, 20251h 4m

Airbnb Goes Beyond Stays

Travel can slow down temporary but the demand to get away from your home is everlasting. Airbnb CFO, Ellie Mertz, joined Motley Fool CEO and Co-founder, Tom Gardner, and Chief Investment Officer, Andy Cross, for a conversation about: - Why Airbnb is focusing on experiences and services. - The stock’s long-term performance. - How ideas develop at Airbnb. Company discussed: ABNB Hosts: Tom Gardner, Andy Cross Guest: Ellie Mertz Producer: Ricky Mulvey Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 14, 202519 min

The World Grows More Uncertain

And yet, the market remains close to all time highs. (00:21) Jason Moser and Matt Argersinger join Ricky Mulvey to discuss: - Macro uncertainty and market bullishness. - A record amount of unsold housing stock in the United States. - Chime’s IPO. - Earnings from RH and Adobe. (19:11) Malcolm Ethridge, Managing Partner at Capital Area Planning Group and author of "Financial Independence Doesn't Happen by Accident". (35:00) Jason and Matt share two radar stocks: Chipotle and Whirlpool. Companies discussed: RDFN, CHYM, RH, ADBE, CMG, WHR Host: Ricky Mulvey Guests: Jason Moser, Matt Argersinger Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 13, 202542 min

Is CAVA a Palate Pleaser?

Two Fools duel over CAVA’s prospects. Is there enough tasty growth to support a spicy valuation? Tim Beyers and Rick Munarriz discuss: - Oracle’s AI-fueled earnings. - Dave & Busters and Chewy: who had the better earnings? - All about the Chime IPO - Plus … Dueling Fools returns! Companies discussed: CAVA, ORCL, PLAY, CHWY, CHYM Host: Tim Beyers Guests: Rick Munarriz Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 12, 202518 min

Exploring CoreWeave: An NVIDIA-Backed AI Play

Would you be interested in a stock that’s quadrupled in less than three months? (00:21) Anand Chokkavelu, Lou Whiteman, and Rick Munarriz discuss: - Chewy earnings - Hype Meter: CoreWeave - Sezzle vs. Shopify Companies discussed: CHWY, CRWV, SEZL, SHOP Host: Anand Chokkavelu Guests: Lou Whiteman, Rick Munarriz Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 11, 202511 min

Apple, SPACs and Stocks We Bought

Apple's WWDC 2025 hits and misses; it's not about being first, it's about being best. Jason Moser and Matt Frankel discuss: - The latest news from Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference. - Are Opendoor's best days behind it? - The two stocks we just bought! Companies discussed: AAPL, OPEN, AMD, WM Host: Jason Moser Guests: Matt Frankel Producer: Anand Chokkavelu Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 10, 202518 min

HBO and CNN Split Up

Warner Bros. Discovery is planning to break itself up into two distinct companies. (00:21) Andy Cross and Jason Hall discuss: - Warner Bros. Discovery splits up. - How does it affect the streaming game of thrones? - Reddit vs. Claude Companies discussed: WBD, NFLX, DIS, CMCSA, RDDT Host: Andy Cross Guests: Jason Hall Producer: Anand Chokkavelu Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 9, 202516 min

J.L. Collins, Achieving Financial Independence

Financial independence isn’t just about early retirement. It’s giving your future self freedom. J.L. Collins is the best-selling author of The Simple Path to Wealth: Your Road Map to Financial Independence and a Rich, Free Life. Robert Brokamp caught up with Collins for a conversation about: - The challenges and appeal of being a super-saver. - How to use the 4% rule. - The value of “self-cleansing” index funds for investors. Ticker discussed: VTI Host: Robert Brokamp Guest: J.L. Collins Producer: Ricky Mulvey Engineer: Rick Engdahl Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 7, 202546 min

Friendship Breakup Costs Tesla

You can’t maintain all of your friendships from the school year through summer vacation. (00:45) David Meier and Jason Moser join Ricky Mulvey to discuss: - Earnings from CrowdStrike, lululemon, and Broadcom. - Elon Musk’s feud with President Donald Trump and the impact on Tesla shareholders. - Docusign’s turnaround story. (19:03) Stacey Vanek Smith, co-host of “Everybody’s Business”, joins Ricky for a look at the tough job market facing college grads. Then, (35:20) David and Jason pitch two radar stocks, Asana and Amazon. Companies discussed: CRWD, LULU, TSLA, DOCU, AVGO, AMZN, ASAN Host: Ricky Mulvey Guests: David Meier, Jason Moser, Stacey Vanek Smith Engineer: Rick Engdahl Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 6, 202540 min

Nintendo’s Big Release

Shares of the Japanese video game company are up almost 5x since its last console launch. Can the Switch 2 carry the stock even higher? (00:21) Jason Moser and Mary Long discuss: - The disconnect between Nintendo’s sales and its share price. - Different strategies across the video game industry. - Five Below’s impressive quarter. Companies mentioned: NTDOY, MSFT, SONY, FIVE Host: Mary Long Guest: Jason Moser Producer: Ricky Mulvey Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 5, 202521 min

What Bonds, Dollar Stores Say About Economy

More investors are fretting about the stability of the U.S. economy, but are there better options out there? (00:14) Asit Sharma and Ricky Mulvey discuss: - Earnings from CrowdStrike, and the stock’s recovery from the widespread outage last year. - What Dollar Tree’s results reveal about the American economy. - Why stock investors should care about the bond market’s signals. Host: Ricky Mulvey Guest: Asit Sharma Producer: Mary Long Engineer: Rick Engdahl Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 4, 202524 min

The Stock of the Summer

Which stock will have the best ice cream and beach season? (00:21) Anand Chokkavelu, Jason Hall, and Matt Frankel discuss: - Jason’s and Matt’s picks for the stock of the summer. - “News or Noise” with Dollar General, Disney, and Meta. - “Buy, Sell, or Meh” with the same three companies. Companies discussed: EPR, AMD, SNOW, DIS, META Build your Range Rover Sport at www.rangerover.com/us/sport Host: Anand Chokkavelu Guests: Jason Hall, Matt Frankel Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 3, 202516 min

Right Place, Right Time for Zscaler

The cybersecurity company saw its stock shoot up 10% on Friday. Is that dumb luck or something more? (00:21) Andy Cross and Asit Sharma discuss May’s market bounce, plus earnings from ZScaler and Ulta Beauty. Companies discussed: ZS, NOW, ULTA, ELF Host: Andy Cross Guest: Asit Sharma Producer: Anand Chokkavelu Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 2, 202524 min

The Next Gold Rush: Emerging Markets?

Jan van Eck is the CEO of investment management firm, VanEck. Ricky Mulvey caught up with van Eck for a conversation about: The future of Social Security, de-dollarization, and demand for gold. Opportunities in China, India, and Brazil. What falls into Jan’s “hated things” bucket. Companies discussed: TSLA, NSE: BHARTIARTL Host: Ricky Mulvey Guest: Jan van Eck Producer: Mary Long Engineer: Rick Engdahl Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 31, 202530 min

The Economic Mood Brightens

Americans are feeling better about the economy. What’s that mean for stock investors? (00:21) David Meier and Asit Sharma discuss: - Why Americans are feeling better about the economy. - The headwinds facing Okta, and fundamentals for long-term investors to watch. - A retail round-up including Abercrombie & Fitch and Pinduoduo. (19:11) Former CEO of Siemens and Alcoa, Klaus Kleinfeld, discusses his book, “Leading to Thrive: Mastering Strategies for Sustainable Success in Business and Life” and finding companies with sustainable competitive advantages. (32:03) David and Asit discuss Southwest implementing baggage fees and two radar stocks: SentinelOne and SoundHound AI. Companies discussed: CRM, INFA, OKTA, ANF, PDD, TJX, BBY, OTC: SIEGY, AA, LUV, SOUN, S Host: Ricky Mulvey Guests: David Meier, Asit Sharma, Klaus Kleinfeld Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 30, 202541 min

Nvidia’s Big Number

$24 billion of free cash flow in a single quarter is no small feat. If Nvidia can keep that pace, it may actually be trading at a reasonable price. (00:21) Tim Beyers and Mary Long discuss: - Market relief about the latest in Trump’s trade saga. - A rose and a thorn from Nvidia’s latest report. - Another trade-related announcement that affects the semiconductor supply chain. Companies discussed: NVDA, CDNS, SNPS, SIEGY Host: Mary Long Guest: Tim Beyers Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 29, 202521 min

Security, Sports, and Skiing

Forget tariffs, earnings season rolls on! Jason Moser and Matt Argersinger discuss: Okta's good quarter versus the market's glass half-empty reaction. Dick's Sporting Goods brings the goods, though the acquisition of Foot Locker leaves some questions. Vail Resorts has new "old" leadership, but will it be enough? Companies Discussed: OKTA, MSFT, DKS, MTN Host: Jason Moser Guest: Matt Argersinger Producer: Mary Long Engineer: Rick Engdahl Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 28, 202518 min

Salesforce Fuels AI Engine

Life is good when you can make an $8 billion move in cash. (00:21) Tim Beyers and Ricky Mulvey discuss: - A record Memorial Day weekend for the box office. - Salesforce’s announced acquisition of Informatica. - Why investors may be underrating the growth of 5G. Then, (16:14) Robert Brokamp joins Ricky for a look at annuities and how they actually work. Companies discussed: CRM, INFA, DE, IOT Build your Range Rover Sport at www.rangerover.com/us/sport Host: Ricky Mulvey Guests: Tim Beyers, Robert Brokamp Producer: Mary Long Engineers: Dan Boyd, Rick Engdahl Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 27, 202528 min

David Gardner, What Rule Breakers Value

If you want to own best-in-class companies, you need to own stocks with a high sticker price. Motley Fool Co-founder and Chief Rule Breaker, David Gardner, joined Ricky Mulvey for a conversation about how he thinks about valuation. They discuss: - Palantir’s current valuation, and what investors should prepare for. - The value of paying up for “top dogs” and holding on to them for long periods of time. - Tesla’s surprising performance over the past year. Companies discussed: PLTR, MELI, TSLA, SHOP, NFLX, AMZN, NVDA, AXON, ISRG Host: Ricky Mulvey Guest: David Gardner Engineer: Rick Engdah Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement.l Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 24, 202533 min

Stock of the Summer and Unsung CEOs

Memorial Day means mowing the lawn and grilling – while you’re outside we’ve got a company to keep in mind and a few CEOs worth watching. (0:21): Jason Moser and Bill Mann discuss: - What Jony Ive and Sam Altman are cooking up for hardware with OpenAI and io. - MercadoLibre’s founder and CEO Marcos Galperin stepping down, and the unsung CEOs that should be getting more love. - Target’s continued retail woes, and how Home Depot and Lowe’s are holding up until the macro tailwinds return. (19:11) With summer officially kicking off, we thought it was a good time to catch up with Trex CEO Bryan Fairbanks. Motley Fool analysts Andy Cross and Sanmeet Deo caught up with Fairbanks about the war on wood decks, how the company is handling tariffs, and why he expects business to boom as the macro picture clears up. (33:19) Jason and Bill break down two stocks on their radar: Warby Parker and Pinduoduo. Stocks discussed: AAPL, MELI, TGT, HD, LOW, TREX, WRBY, PDD, Host: Dylan Lewis Guests: Jason Moser, Bill Mann, Bryan Fairbanks Engineers: Dan Boyd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 23, 202542 min

Nike’s Turnaround Story

Turnarounds take longer than investors like to imagine. (00:21) Jim Gillies and Ricky Mulvey discuss: - Nike’s return to Amazon. - The fundamentals and risks of investing in turnaround stories. - A fitness company with a potentially brighter future. Then, Motley Fool CIO, Andy Cross, and Senior Analyst, Asit Sharma, interview PubMatic CEO Rajeev Goel about trends in digital advertising and his company’s future. Members of any Motley Fool service can access the whole conversation here: https://www.fool.com/premium/4056/coverage/2025/05/15/pubmatic-ceo-rajeev-goel-interview?_gl=1*wfzp4p*_gcl_au*MTE4NzAwNDAyMS4xNzQ3OTM0ODk3*_ga*MzY5MTIzMDUyLjE3NDc5MjMyNTM.*_ga_B6G4KMLCV0*czE3NDc5MzQ4OTckbzMkZzEkdDE3NDc5MzkzODQkajU1JGwxJGgzMjk1NDE2NDEkZEpJOEZWXzVabC1XWnV6ZHBicHZxZ0pmcXBubWdVRElrcmc. Companies discussed: NKE, CMG, UHC, BA, PTON, PUBM Host: Ricky Mulvey Guests: Jim Gillies, Andy Cross, Asit Sharma, Rajeev Goel Producer: Mary Long Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 22, 202529 min

Two Paths for Target

In one direction, there’s digital. In the other, there’s a treasure hunt. (00:21) David Meier and Mary Long discuss: - Target’s off-the-mark results. - Lessons from TJX Companies’ under-the-radar CEO. - What caused David to do a double-take when listening to Palo Alto’s earnings call. Then, (17:05), Morgan Housel joins Motley Fool Chief Investment Officer Andy Cross for a conversation about investment decisionmaking and the psychology of spending money. Companies discussed: TGT, TJX, WMT, PANW Host: Mary Long Guests: David Meier, Andy Cross, Morgan Housel Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 21, 202528 min

Elon Hangs On

Elon Musk is committed to Tesla for at least five more years. (00:21) Jason Moser and Ricky Mulvey discuss: - Investing in companies with a singular leader. - Earnings results from Home Depot. - A listener's suggestion to create a “laziness” stock basket. Then, (17:04) Robert Brokamp answers listener questions about Roth IRAs and dividend investing. Companies discussed: TSLA, TTD, HD, DASH, UBER, DPZ, AMZN, WMT, NFLX, LYFT Host: Ricky Mulvey Guest: Jason Moser, Robert Brokamp Producer: Mary Long Engineer: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 20, 202530 min

There is No (Convenient) Alternative

Downgrades sound scary, but the U.S. is still the best place for investors to put money to work. (00:21) Asit Sharma and Dylan Lewis discuss: - Moody’s downgrading U.S. debt, and why it’s somewhere between a symbolic and substantial update for investors. - Whether the downgrade and “Sell America” thinking means international investors are rethinking “there is no alternative” (TINA) to the U.S. - Coinbase joining the S&P 500, and crypto’s continued march towards legitimacy. (16:16) Restaurant industry expert and Principal at Technomic David Henkes joins Ricky Mulvey to talk through why more consumers are brown-bagging it for lunch, and what successful restaurants are getting right. Companies discussed: WMT, COIN Host: Dylan Lewis Guests: Asit Sharma, David Henkes, Ricky Mulvey Engineers: Dan Boyd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 19, 202534 min

The Promise of Quantum Computing

The race to quantum supremacy is on. While this future will not come tomorrow, big tech companies are building to the technology’s “ChatGPT moment.” Motley Fool Senior Analyst, Asit Sharma ,joins Mary Long to discuss: - The complex problems that quantum computers could solve. - How healthcare and logistics companies benefit from ultra-fast processing. - The small players and hyperscalers building the future of quantum. Companies discussed: GOOG, GOOGL, MSFT, IBM, QBTS, AMZN, RGTI, CDNS, SNPS, IONQ Motley Fool One members can access Asit’s full report, “Decoding Quantum” here: https://www.fool.com/premium/4627/coverage/2025/03/19/decoding-quantum-insights-for-investors Host: Mary Long Guest: Asit Sharma Producer: Ricky Mulvey Engineer: Rick Engdahl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 17, 202540 min

Walmart’s Warning, Money Tips for 2025 Grads

Even the biggest retailer in the world is planning to pass along tariff increases to customers. (00:21) David Meier and Andy Cross discuss: - The market cheering a short-term solution to trade between the U.S. and China, and Walmart signalling that prices on the shelves are going up anyways. - Cava’s “new factor” helping it continue to put up strong growth and comps numbers in a really tough market for restaurants. - Dick’s headscratching $2B buy of Foot Locker, and the lesson to take away from one of athleisure’s best performers – On Holdings. (19:11) Financial planning expert Robert Brokamp offers his money tips and the financial commencement speech for the class of 2025. (32:46) David and Andy break down two stocks on their radar: Evolve Technology and Booz Allen Hamilton. Stocks discussed: WMT, CAVA, DKS, FL, ONON, EVLV, BAH Host: Dylan Lewis Guests: David Meier, Andy Cross, Robert Brokamp Engineers: Dan Boyd Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, "TMF") do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 16, 202542 min