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Alex Gibney, an Academy Award-winning director known for his investigative documentaries, dives deep into the rise and fall of Theranos and Elizabeth Holmes. He reveals the psychological aspects behind deception in tech, highlighting how compelling narratives can mislead investors. Gibney contrasts Holmes' tactics with infamous figures like Bernie Madoff, shedding light on the urgent need for diligence in Silicon Valley investments. The conversation also touches on the implications of trust in business and the lessons learned from high-profile frauds.

CEO Matt Flake of Q2, a digital banking software firm, shares insights on how technology is reshaping the banking landscape. He discusses Q2's growth trajectory post-IPO and the challenges community banks face amid industry consolidation. The conversation also dives into privacy issues highlighted by Facebook's new initiatives and the implications of recent economic reports on job growth. Additionally, there's a look at market dynamics affecting major players like Salesforce, Costco, and the evolving retail and technology sectors.

  MercadoLibre hits a new high. Booking Holdings falls on guidance. And Etsy crafts a twenty-percent rise. On this week’s show – live from Austin, Texas - analysts Andy Cross and Jason Moser dig into those stories and talk Square, Teladoc, and Lucky Charms-like beer. And we revisit Motley Fool CEO Tom Gardner's conversation with Southwest Airlines co-founder Herb Kelleher.  Thanks to Airbnb for supporting Motley Fool Money. Go to airbnb.com/fool and start hosting you’ll receive a $100 Amazon Gift Card if you generate $500 in booking value by May 30. Terms and conditions apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kraft Heinz plummets on weak earnings and an SEC subpoena. Stamps.com loses an Uncle Sam-sized partner. Wayfair delivers. And Zillow renovates. Analysts Andy Cross, Ron Gross, and Jason Moser discuss those stories and dig into the latest from Boston Beer, Domino’s Pizza, Texas Roadhouse, and Walmart. Plus, Motley Fool CFP and retirement expert Robert Brokamp talks tax tips and retirement planning. Thanks to LinkedIn for supporting The Motley Fool. Go to linkedin.com/fool and get $50 off your first job post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amazon rebuffs the Big Apple. Coke fizzles while Pepsi sparkles. And NVIDIA stops the bleeding. Analysts Andy Cross, Ron Gross, and Jason Moser discuss those stories and talk Activision Blizzard, Shopify, Restaurant Brands International, and UnderArmour. Plus, corporate governance expert and film critic Nell Minow talks about the problem with stock buybacks and previews the Oscars. Thanks Audible! Get Power Moves by Adam Grant for free when you sign up for a free Audible trial at Audible.com/foolpower or text “foolpower” to 500 500. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff Bezos squares off with the National Enquirer. Chipotle sizzles. And Alphabet ramps up its spending. Our analysts discuss those stories and dig into the latest from Disney, Electronic Arts, Take-Two Interactive, Hasbro, Mattel, Papa John’s, Skechers, Spotify and Twitter. Plus, on Satya Nadella’s 5th anniversary as Microsoft CEO, tech journalist Mary Jo Foley talks about Nadella and the future of Microsoft. To join our live Q&A on February 13th, subscribe to our YouTube channel with one click of a button at www.YouTube.com/TheMotleyFool. Thanks to LinkedIn for supporting The Motley Fool. Go to linkedin.com/fool and get $50 off your first job post.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amazon fails to impress Wall Street. Microsoft reports some cloudy returns. And Facebook connects. Analysts Andy Cross, Ron Gross, and Jason Moser discuss these stories and dig into the latest from Apple, eBay, MasterCard, PayPal, Tesla, and Visa. Plus, Wall Street Journal editor Nat Ives talks about the business of Super Bowl marketing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is the recent stock market volatility par for the course or an aberration? Is it better for investors to be paranoid or complacent? On this week’s show, award-winning financial columnist Morgan Housel tackles those questions and talks stock market history and psychology. Plus, analysts Aaron Bush, Ron Gross, and Jason Moser dig into earnings from Comcast, Intuitive Surgical, McCormick, and Starbucks. And we discuss the latest news on eBay, Mastercard, and Papa John’s. Thanks to Molekule for supporting our show.  Get $75 off your first order at http://www.molekule.com by using the promo code “fool75”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Netflix rises on a price hike but slips on earnings. Atlassian hits a new high. UnitedHealth reports healthy earnings. Lululemon hits its stride. And Tesla makes a big cut. Analysts Andy Cross, Ron Gross, and Jason Moser discuss those stories, dig into the latest from American Express and Tiffany, and celebrate the life of Vanguard founder John Bogle. Plus, Reuters transportation writer Paul Lienert talks cars, trucks, and “big-ass” crossovers.  Thanks to LinkedIn for supporting The Motley Fool. Go to linkedin.com/fool and get $50 off your first job post.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Costco and Target report big holiday numbers. Macy’s tumbles on disappointing December sales. Bed, Bath, and Beyond goes above and beyond. Activision Blizzard loses control over Destiny. And Taco Bell goes on a health kick. Analysts Aaron Bush, Andy Cross, and Ron Gross discuss those stories and weigh in on Ford Motor, Constellation Brands, and Interactive Brokers. Plus, analyst Rex Moore joins us from Las Vegas to talk self-driving cars and other cutting-edge technologies at CES. Thanks to LinkedIn for supporting The Motley Fool. Go to linkedin.com/fool and get $50 off your first job post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices