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By Andrew Sather and Dave Ahern | Stock Market Guide to Buying Stocks like
We make the complicated stock market simple. We show you how to take advantage of the emotions in the market with lessons from successful strategies such as value investing and dividend growth investing, with a few elements of growth investing and trend following.
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Oct 13, 2025 • 46min
The Secret Business Model Behind Visa and Mastercard
Discover the intricate business models of Visa and MasterCard, exploring how their duopoly shapes the payment landscape. Learn about Visa's focus on service revenues and the growth potential of international transactions. The hosts break down how both companies capitalize on network effects, with a focus on their specific revenue streams. Key risks such as regulation and emerging technologies are highlighted, alongside a comparison with competitors like American Express. The future of seamless payments is discussed, underscoring the ongoing innovation in the industry.

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Oct 9, 2025 • 53min
Using AI for Stock Research: Tips + Prompts with Brian Feroldi
Join Brian Feroldi, a financial educator and creator of Stock Simplifier, as he unveils how AI can supercharge stock research. He discusses the benefits of AI in fundamental analysis, emphasizing speed and organization while tackling concerns about AI's reliability. Brian shares effective prompting techniques, demonstrating live how to analyze stocks like S&P Global from business phase to risk assessment. Discover his revolutionary tool, Stock Simplifier, designed to help investors use AI effectively and responsibly, all while staying updated with evolving strategies.

Oct 7, 2025 • 45min
AAR18 - Having a Budgeting Breakthrough with Kathy Tomes
In this engaging discussion, Kathy Tomes, creator of Budgeting Breakthrough and budgeting expert, shares her journey to financial clarity after a memorable financial awakening. She emphasizes the importance of sustainable budgeting changes and the emotional aspects of money management. Kathy explains how automation can aid financial discipline and provides insights into her spreadsheet tool, demonstrating its versatility for various financial goals. She also discusses actionable tips for building financial habits that lead to true freedom.

Oct 6, 2025 • 39min
The Stocks Behind Everyday Life (Part 2)
The hosts dive into how everyday experiences can spark investment ideas. They analyze major companies like Google, Salesforce, and Starbucks, discussing their performance and growth potential. Zoom’s dramatic stock fluctuations post-pandemic are explored, along with DoorDash's rise and Wendy's struggles. The conversation also covers reliable players like Otis Elevators and Netflix’s content strategies. Finally, the differences between Uber and Lyft are examined, emphasizing the importance of recognizing investment opportunities in the familiar.

Oct 2, 2025 • 1h 7min
The Most Exciting Change to Our Business Yet
In this episode, Andrew and Dave announce a major change for their business, as Dave takes over as the new portfolio manager for Value Spotlight. The discussion includes Dave's investment focus on payments, semiconductors, and energy sectors, explaining why these industries are promising for the future.
Dave shares his journey of learning about these sectors, including experiences with JP Morgan, and offers insights into his investing philosophy, how he manages risks, and his diligence in handling investor responsibilities.
An overview of Value Spotlight's future directions under Dave's leadership is also provided.
00:00 Welcome and Big Announcement
00:23 Transition to New Portfolio Manager
01:35 Focus on Payments Industry
04:38 Global Impact of Mobile Payments
07:19 Understanding Visa and MasterCard
13:14 Introduction to Semiconductors
15:21 Learning About the Semiconductor Industry
19:30 Exploring the Energy Sector
32:52 Introduction to Investment Philosophy
33:55 Managing Portfolio Risks
35:03 Learning from Market Crashes
38:42 Dealing with Investment Mistakes
42:02 The JP Morgan Story
45:26 Becoming a Writer
48:39 Excitement for Stocks and the Market
50:17 Value Spotlight and Future Plans
54:22 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
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Sep 30, 2025 • 47min
AAR17 - Our Home Buying Experience
You can find Evan's custom spreadsheet by going to http://Einvestingforbeginners.com/homebuying
In this episode, Evan Raidt and Andrew Sather dive deep into the personal and transparent journey of buying a first home.
Evan details the step-by-step process he and his wife underwent, from saving 30-40% of their income post-college to navigating the complexities of home-buying.
The discussion includes budget strategies, financial decisions, and unexpected hurdles.
Additionally, Evan highlights the importance of honest communication in partnerships, hiring the right realtor, and getting a professional home inspection.
He also introduces a free home-buying calculator to help future homeowners plan effectively.
The episode concludes with Evan inviting listeners to ask questions for a future follow-up session.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:19 Personal Home Buying Journey Begins
01:50 Financial Planning and Budgeting
08:35 Deciding to Buy a Home
09:59 Exploring Home Options and Tools
16:32 Choosing a New Home
21:48 Starting the Closing Process
22:27 Making the Earnest Money Deposit
23:54 Navigating Financial Scrutiny
25:14 Securing Home Insurance
25:49 Importance of Home Inspection
29:39 Finalizing the Purchase
31:01 Mistakes to Avoid as a First-Time Home Buyer
36:04 Understanding Realtor Roles
40:38 Q&A and Final Thoughts
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Today’s show is sponsored by:
Go to SHOPIFY.COM/beginners to start selling with Shopify today.
Squeeze the most out of your Summer with Liquid I.V. Tear. Pour. Live More. Go to LIQUID-IV DOT COM and get 20% off your first order with code INVESTING at checkout.
Leesa has a lineup of beautifully crafted mattresses tailored to how you sleep – without the luxury price tag. Go to Leesa.com, promo code INVESTING for 25% off mattresses PLUS an extra $50 off.
Go to tesbros.com and use code POD15 for 15% off your first order. For our EXCLUSIVE GIVEAWAY, and your chance to win a DIY PPF Full Body Wrap kit tailored to your ride, simply go to this link:
https://station.page/tesbros/contest/theinvestingfor
Have questions? Send them to Evan at evan@einvestingforbeginners.com
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Sep 29, 2025 • 49min
Falling Knives & Hidden Gems: What Adobe Teaches About Risky Stocks
Listeners dive into the age-old debate of RRSP versus TFSA for investment strategies. The discussion on Adobe stock sparks curiosity about whether it's a hidden gem or a falling knife, with insights into market fears surrounding AI and business fundamentals. Key indicators of a deteriorating business are explored, offering crucial signs to watch for investors. The concept of cost of equity is demystified, revealing how interest rates and volatility impact investment decisions. It's a treasure trove of knowledge for anyone navigating the stock market!

Sep 25, 2025 • 1h 11min
Unlocking Investment Strategies with Daniel and Shawn from the Intrinsic Value Podcast
Welcome to another episode of the Investing for Beginners podcast! In this engaging discussion, we welcome back Daniel and Shawn from the Intrinsic Value Podcast to dive deep into investment strategies.
We explore how they source investment ideas, their approaches to understanding company value, and the importance of brand and consumer insights. With a focus on practicality, they share how they navigate competitive advantages, manage risk, and approach valuations.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:30 Sourcing Investment Ideas
01:21 Evaluating Companies and Inflection Points
02:09 Personal Investment Strategies
06:04 Community Insights and Bias
07:46 Writing and Research Process
16:56 Circle of Competence and Risk Management
34:35 Understanding Supply and Demand in Tech Investments
35:40 The Importance of Brand Value Over Technology
41:46 Valuation in the Investment Process
49:04 Evaluating Competitive Advantages and Moats
57:06 Insights on Global Market Differences
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Learn more from Daniel and Shawn:
Intrinsic Value Podcast website/newsletter
Intrinsic Value Podcast Spotify
Intrinsic Value Podcast YouTube
Today’s show is sponsored by:
Go to SHOPIFY.COM/beginners to start selling with Shopify today.
Squeeze the most out of your Summer with Liquid I.V. Tear. Pour. Live More. Go to LIQUID-IV DOT COM and get 20% off your first order with code INVESTING at checkout.
Leesa has a lineup of beautifully crafted mattresses tailored to how you sleep – without the luxury price tag. Go to Leesa.com, promo code INVESTING for 25% off mattresses PLUS an extra $50 off.
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Sep 23, 2025 • 37min
AAR16 - How to Avoid the Hype
In this discussion, financial expert Dave Ahern shares his insights on avoiding market hype and overconfidence. He highlights how excitement, particularly around AI, can cloud investor judgment. Dave emphasizes the importance of financial literacy and understanding market cycles. He offers practical strategies to sidestep common pitfalls, such as diversifying investments and treating downturns as opportunities. Listeners are encouraged to keep a balanced perspective and remain cautious amidst market volatility.

Sep 22, 2025 • 53min
The TikTok Effect: 4 Social Media Stocks to Watch Right Now
In this episode, Dave and Andrew delve into the recent news surrounding TikTok's influence on social media stocks. They discuss the potential impact of TikTok's proposed US-China split and analyze how it might affect other major social media companies like Meta, Snapchat, Pinterest, and Reddit. The conversation touches on key performance indicators such as daily active users (DAU) and average revenue per user (ARPU).
Additionally, the hosts explore the broader implications for the market, considering how shifts in regulatory environments and technological advancements in AI and hardware could shape the future of these companies.
00:00 Welcome to Investing for Beginners
00:11 Breaking News: TikTok's Impact on Social Media
01:07 TikTok's US-China Deal Explained
05:23 Implications for Tech Giants and the Market
09:12 Regulatory Risks in International Investments
09:54 Practical Advice for Beginner Investors
14:26 Analyzing Social Media Stocks
27:49 The Future of Super Apps
46:21 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Timestamps are generated by artificial intelligence, and are not 100% accurate depending on the platform used for listening.
Today’s show is sponsored by:
Go to SHOPIFY.COM/beginners to start selling with Shopify today.
Squeeze the most out of your Summer with Liquid I.V. Tear. Pour. Live More. Go to LIQUID-IV DOT COM and get 20% off your first order with code INVESTING at checkout.
Leesa has a lineup of beautifully crafted mattresses tailored to how you sleep – without the luxury price tag. Go to Leesa.com, promo code INVESTING for 25% off mattresses PLUS an extra $50 off.
Go to tesbros.com and use code POD15 for 15% off your first order. That’s T-E-S-B-R-O-S dot com and use code POD15 at checkout.
Have questions? Send them to newsletter@einvestingforbeginners.com
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