
The Young Investors Podcast
Welcome to the Young Investors Podcast! We bring you a weekly rundown of the latest business and investing news from around the world.
The video podcast is available on YouTube and Spotify, and audio on Apple Music and most third-party podcast apps.
The show is run by two young Australian investors; Hamish Hodder and Brandon van der Kolk, who both run their own investing related YouTube channels.
Latest episodes

Mar 1, 2025 • 52min
The Smart Money Reveals Their Latest Moves
In this week's episode, we discuss Nvidia's earnings, the Q4 13F filings and interest rates are staying put in the US!Thanks to Seeking Alpha for sponsoring this episode! Get $50 OFF when you sign up for a limited time:https://seekingalpha.me/younginvestorsNow available on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & most other platforms!Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2caCydo...Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast...★ ★ OUR CHANNELS ★★Hamish:https://www.youtube.com/hamishhodderBrandon:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvSX...★ ★ FOLLOW US ★ ★Instagram (Hamish) ► hamishhodderofficialInstagram (Brandon)► new.money.officialBrandon van der Kolk is authorised to provide general financial product advice in Australia and is an Authorised Representative#1305795 of Guideway Financial Services Pty Ltd, AFSL#420367. Any advice is general & does not consider your financial situation, needs or objectives so consider whether it's appropriate for you. Read Brandon's FSG available from guideway.com.au/NewMoney.pdf. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future investment returns.

Feb 14, 2025 • 56min
Is Inflation Back Again?
In this video we talk about the worrying recent inflation numbers, the big money spent on the Superbowl, plus we discuss Tesla and Disney's earnings.Thanks to Seeking Alpha for sponsoring this episode! Get $50 OFF when you sign up for a limited time:https://seekingalpha.me/younginvestorsNow available on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & most other platforms!Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2caCydo...Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast...★ ★ OUR CHANNELS ★★Hamish:https://www.youtube.com/hamishhodderBrandon:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvSX...★ ★ FOLLOW US ★ ★Instagram (Hamish) ► hamishhodderofficialInstagram (Brandon)► new.money.officialBrandon van der Kolk is authorised to provide general financial product advice in Australia and is an Authorised Representative#1305795 of Guideway Financial Services Pty Ltd, AFSL#420367. Any advice is general & does not consider your financial situation, needs or objectives so consider whether it's appropriate for you. Read Brandon's FSG available from guideway.com.au/NewMoney.pdf. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future investment returns.

Feb 7, 2025 • 57min
Trump's Brutal Tariff Plan
In this week's episode, we discuss Trump's tariff plan, DeepSeek destroying Nvidia's share price, plus we cover Meta and Google's Q4 earnings.Thanks to Seeking Alpha for sponsoring this episode! Get $50 OFF when you sign up for a limited time:https://seekingalpha.me/younginvestorsNow available on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & most other platforms!Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2caCydo...Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast...★ ★ OUR CHANNELS ★★Hamish:https://www.youtube.com/hamishhodderBrandon:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvSX...★ ★ FOLLOW US ★ ★Instagram (Hamish) ► hamishhodderofficialInstagram (Brandon)► new.money.officialBrandon van der Kolk is authorised to provide general financial product advice in Australia and is an Authorised Representative#1305795 of Guideway Financial Services Pty Ltd, AFSL#420367. Any advice is general & does not consider your financial situation, needs or objectives so consider whether it's appropriate for you. Read Brandon's FSG available from guideway.com.au/NewMoney.pdf. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future investment returns.

Jan 25, 2025 • 40min
Huge Q4 for NFLX + $Trump Coin & More
In this week's episode, we do a follow up on the TikTok ban, Netflix's huge Q4 earnings, Trump coin and more!
Thanks to Seeking Alpha for sponsoring this episode! Get $50 OFF when you sign up for a limited time: https://seekingalpha.me/younginvestors
Now available on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & most other platforms!
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2caCydo...
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast...
★ ★ OUR CHANNELS ★ ★
Hamish: https://www.youtube.com/hamishhodder
Brandon: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvSX...
★ ★ FOLLOW US ★ ★
Instagram (Hamish) ► hamishhodderofficial
Instagram (Brandon)► new.money.official
Brandon van der Kolk is authorised to provide general financial product advice in Australia and is an Authorised Representative #1305795 of Guideway Financial Services Pty Ltd, AFSL #420367. Any advice is general & does not consider your financial situation, needs or objectives so consider whether it's appropriate for you. Read Brandon's FSG available from guideway.com.au/NewMoney.pdf. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future investment returns.

Jan 17, 2025 • 48min
The TikTok Ban is Actually Happening?
In this week's episode, we discuss the TikTok ban looming over the market, Hindenburg Research closing their doors, Hamish's Q4 earnings preview and the latest inflation data coming out of the US.
Thanks to Seeking Alpha for sponsoring this episode! Get $50 OFF when you sign up for a limited time: https://seekingalpha.me/younginvestors
Now available on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & most other platforms!
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2caCydo...
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast...
★ ★ OUR CHANNELS ★ ★
Hamish: https://www.youtube.com/hamishhodder
Brandon: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvSX...
★ ★ FOLLOW US ★ ★
Instagram (Hamish) ► hamishhodderofficial
Instagram (Brandon)► new.money.official
Brandon van der Kolk is authorised to provide general financial product advice in Australia and is an Authorised Representative #1305795 of Guideway Financial Services Pty Ltd, AFSL #420367. Any advice is general & does not consider your financial situation, needs or objectives so consider whether it's appropriate for you. Read Brandon's FSG available from guideway.com.au/NewMoney.pdf. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future investment returns.

Jan 11, 2025 • 44min
The Fed Reveals Their Interest Rate Predictions for 2025.
In this week's episode we discuss the Fed's recent comments on interest rate changes in 2025, the debt ceiling crisis returning to congress, Disney's success with ad-supported streaming tiers and Ubisoft's plan to sell out.
Thanks to Seeking Alpha for sponsoring this episode! Get $50 OFF when you sign up for a limited time: https://seekingalpha.me/younginvestors
Now available on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & most other platforms!
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2caCydo...
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast...
★ ★ OUR CHANNELS ★ ★
Hamish: https://www.youtube.com/hamishhodder
Brandon: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvSX...
★ ★ FOLLOW US ★ ★
Instagram (Hamish) ► hamishhodderofficial
Instagram (Brandon)► new.money.official
Brandon van der Kolk is authorised to provide general financial product advice in Australia and is an Authorised Representative #1305795 of Guideway Financial Services Pty Ltd, AFSL #420367. Any advice is general & does not consider your financial situation, needs or objectives so consider whether it's appropriate for you. Read Brandon's FSG available from guideway.com.au/NewMoney.pdf. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future investment returns.

Jan 1, 2025 • 47min
Our 2025 Stock Market Predictions...
Get ready for some bold stock market predictions! The hosts discuss 2024's impressive gains in the US and Australian markets. They dive into the dynamics of the housing market in Australia, spotlighting Perth's growth. Expect some juicy debates on Tesla and Nvidia’s futures, while also weighing the impact of political shifts on economic policies. Plus, the cryptocurrency landscape and potential conflicts between political figures stir up engaging discussions. Join them for a lively look ahead to 2025!

Dec 22, 2024 • 31min
Revisiting Our 2024 Stock Market Predictions...
The hosts share lighthearted holiday anecdotes and debate the benefits of sleep-tracking rings. They humorously reflect on their past stock market predictions and the unpredictability of financial forecasts. The discussion includes the surprising rise of the S&P 500 and how political events shape market dynamics. They touch on a notable court case linked to cryptocurrency, mixing personal stories with financial insights. The conversation wraps up with playful banter about sleep tech and warm holiday greetings.

Dec 14, 2024 • 50min
GM Crashes Out Of The Autonomous Driving Business
In this week's episode, we discuss General Motors exit from the autonomous driving business, Tesla stock sky-rocketing and the latest on the United Healthcare CEO assassination.
Thanks to Seeking Alpha for sponsoring this episode! Get $50 OFF when you sign up for a limited time: https://seekingalpha.me/younginvestors
Now available on YouTube, Apple Podcast, Spotify & most other platforms!
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2caCydo...
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast...
★ ★ OUR CHANNELS ★ ★
Hamish: https://www.youtube.com/hamishhodder
Brandon: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvSX...
★ ★ FOLLOW US ★ ★
Instagram (Hamish) ► hamishhodderofficial
Instagram (Brandon)► new.money.official
Brandon van der Kolk is authorised to provide general financial product advice in Australia and is an Authorised Representative #1305795 of Guideway Financial Services Pty Ltd, AFSL #420367. Any advice is general & does not consider your financial situation, needs or objectives so consider whether it's appropriate for you. Read Brandon's FSG available from guideway.com.au/NewMoney.pdf. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future investment returns.

Dec 8, 2024 • 40min
Elon Musk's Monster Pay Package is Rejected... Again.
Bitcoin's value shoots past $100,000, sparking lively discussions about its future. Elon Musk faces yet another rejection of his pay package, raising eyebrows about executive compensation ethics. The hosts delve into the implications of these controversies, linking them to broader economic indicators and shareholder rights. They also humorously critique vague journalism while exploring McKinsey's bribery charges. Combined, these topics highlight the intricate dance between corporate governance, market volatility, and the quest for accountability.