Stock Stories
This is the podcast that helps you decode the business behind the stock. Join Alex Mason, your stock storyteller, as we journey through the S&P 500, mental models, and more.
Latest episodes
Jun 30, 2021 • 17min
What Is An Asset? (Investing 101 Part III)
We know that compounding is a powerful force and the only way that money really grows. How do we harness this power though? What actually is growing? The answer is assets.In today's episode we learn assets from the perspective of how it changes in value over time and its income producing potential:Consumption ItemsDepreciating Assets That Produce IncomeGrowing AssetsGrowing Assets That Produce IncomeYou can also read along with this series on stockstoryteller.com.Enjoy the show? Rate and Review to share your thoughts:Apple Podcasts (iPhone) | Podchaser (Android)Connect with me: Instagram: @stockstoryteller | Twitter: @stckstryteller | Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com.Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com
Jun 23, 2021 • 46min
Coca-Cola (KO) (Replay)
This is one of the most successful firms on the planet. 3% of all liquid consumed on Earth (including tap water) is sold by The Coca-Cola Company. Today's episode is somewhat longer than usual - simply because, with a history and business model like this, there are a lot of great things to study. We get into how Coca-Cola came to be, and how the company has innovated throughout the decades to remain successful. We also discuss the challenges that the company faces going forward and its attractiveness as an investment.Here is a link to a great video profile that National Geographic did on how Coca-Cola's products are made and packaged.Enjoy the show? Rate and Review to share your thoughts:Apple Podcasts (iPhone) | Podchaser (Android)Connect with me: stockstoryteller.com | Instagram: @stockstoryteller | Twitter: @stckstryteller | Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com.Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com
Jun 16, 2021 • 45min
Investing For Educators
If you’re a teacher or educator, you’re in a unique position to empower young minds with knowledge and insight. This is true when it comes to any subject, but also with money and investing. How about investing for your retirement though? How do you go about doing it if you don’t know where to start?In today's episode we cover how to get started investing from the educator’s perspective. We discuss:Investing BasicsPensionsAccount Types, like 403(b), 457, Traditional IRA, Roth IRAAnd more!Enjoy the show? Rate and Review to share your thoughts:Apple Podcasts (iPhone) | Podchaser (Android)Connect with me: stockstoryteller.com | Instagram: @stockstoryteller | Twitter: @stckstryteller | Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com.Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com
Jun 9, 2021 • 37min
Public Storage (PSA) - Storing Stuff In Life's Transitions
Although the self-storage industry is relatively new, a few companies have grown to dominate the space over the past few decades. The biggest player is Public Storage (PSA), a company with over 2,500 rental locations across the U.S. and Europe. But did this industry begin, let alone this company? How do we think about investing in a business like this?In today's episode we cover the history, business model, financials, and future outlook of Public Storage.Enjoy the show? Rate and Review to share your thoughts:Apple Podcasts (iPhone) | Podchaser (Android)Connect with me: stockstoryteller.com | Instagram: @stockstoryteller | Twitter: @stckstryteller | Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com.Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com
Jun 2, 2021 • 24min
Mental Model: Order of Magnitude - The Intuition of Size
What is an order of magnitude? It’s a concept that defines how big or small something is, usually to the power of 10. In today's episode we cover the mental model of order of magnitude, including the general concept behind it and how we can apply it as an investor.Enjoy the show? Rate and Review to share your thoughts:Apple Podcasts (iPhone) | Podchaser (Android)Connect with me: Blog: stockstoryteller.com | Instagram: @stockstoryteller | Twitter: @stckstryteller | Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com.Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com
May 26, 2021 • 35min
PulteGroup (PHM) - Building For The First Time Home Owner
D.R. Horton and Lennar aren’t the only games in town when it comes to home building. PulteGroup is another serious competitor that is gaining a foothold in the first time home buyer market. After the Great Recession, management has made some interesting decisions to try to move the company forward.In today's episode we cover the history, business model, financials, and future outlook of PulteGroup.Enjoy the show? Rate and Review to share your thoughts:Apple Podcasts (iPhone) | Podchaser (Android)Connect with me: stockstoryteller.com | Instagram: @stockstoryteller | Twitter: @stckstryteller | Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com.Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com
May 19, 2021 • 34min
The 8th Wonder of the World (Investing 101 Part II)
The Pyramids at Giza. The Hanging Gardens of Babylon. These were just a few of the wonders of the ancient world. Centuries later, Albert Einstein called compounding the 8th wonder of the world.In today's episode we learn about the concept of compound interest, and break it down into its three components:Amount investedTime investedRate of returnCredit Suisse Global Wealth Report Enjoy the show? Rate and Review to share your thoughts:Apple Podcasts (iPhone) | Podchaser (Android)Connect with me: Instagram: @stockstoryteller | Twitter: @stckstryteller | Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com.Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com
May 14, 2021 • 54min
Lennar (LEN) - Stock Stories + Value Investor TV Part III
Today Beko Jang, of Value Investor TV and I wrap up our conversation of Lennar Corporation, the large homebuilder. Instead of talking about big picture concepts like competitive advantage and company history, we’re going deep into the numbers.In today's episode we discuss:Lennar’s massive revenue growth in the last few yearsWhy the price of lumber is key for this businessLennar’s balance sheet and capital allocation policies… and much more!Enjoy the show? Rate and Review to share your thoughts:Apple Podcasts (iPhone) | Podchaser (Android)Connect with me: Instagram: @stockstoryteller | Twitter: @stckstryteller | Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com.Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com
May 12, 2021 • 45min
Lennar (LEN) - Stock Stories + Value Investor TV Part II
Today’s episode features another great conversation between myself and Beko Jang, one of the hosts of the great podcast Value Investor TV. We’re breaking down Lennar, a competitor to D.R. Horton and one of America’s largest home builders.In today's episode we discuss:The History of Lennar CorporationDoes Lennar have a competitive advantage?On the ground research of Lennar’s homes… and much more!Enjoy the show? Rate and Review to share your thoughts:Apple Podcasts (iPhone) | Podchaser (Android)Connect with me: Instagram: @stockstoryteller | Twitter: @stckstryteller | Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com.Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com
May 5, 2021 • 41min
Getting Started With Investing - Stock Stories + Value Investor TV
One of the ways we get better at investing is through conversation with other investors. Today’s episode features a great conversation between myself and Beko Jang, one of the hosts of the great podcast Value Investor TV.In today's episode we discuss:Our first investments ever!What it’s like being a podcast hostWho we look up to in the investing/entrepreneur space… and much more!Enjoy the show? Rate and Review to share your thoughts:Apple Podcasts (iPhone) | Podchaser (Android)Connect with me: Instagram: @stockstoryteller | Twitter: @stckstryteller | Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com.Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com
