Suze Orman's Women & Money (And Everyone Smart Enough To Listen)

The Greatest Financial Lesson of Life

Nov 9, 2025
Keith Fitz-Gerald, a veteran investor and market analyst, joins the conversation to discuss the latest in financial markets. He unpacks why Palantir's stock dropped despite record earnings, delving into how trading algorithms can cause dramatic shifts. Fitz-Gerald also shares insights on how big traders and media influence stock movements, plus tips for individual investors to navigate hype. He suggests long-term opportunities in tech and emphasizes prioritizing people over money in life decisions.
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ADVICE

Create An Eight-To-Twelve Month Must-Pay Fund

  • Build an eight to twelve month emergency fund labeled your 'must pay' account for bills you must pay each month.
  • Prioritize saving for that fund before discretionary spending or using it for down payments or investments.
ANECDOTE

Fed Worker Lost Emergency Cash In Palantir Trade

  • A federal worker used his emergency fund to buy Palantir stock and then lost pay after a shutdown, needing his must-pay money.
  • He faced the consequences of investing emergency savings into volatile individual stocks.
INSIGHT

Money Is Life's Greatest Teacher

  • Money teaches you more about yourself than school or work by exposing strengths and mistakes through real choices.
  • How you handle money reveals your priorities and resilience when crises hit.
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