Stock Stories

What are power laws?  Effectively, it’s when one variable changes substantially when another variable changes just a little.  Put in business terms, a disproportionate amount of the rewards go to those at the top.In today's episode we cover the mental model of power laws, 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: Instagram: @stockstoryteller | Twitter: @stckstryteller | Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com.Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com

We review what we’ve learned in the past year on the show.  We’ve covered a lot of ground!  We also talk about how the podcast has grown and some exciting news for the future.  Stick around until the end of the episode to learn more.In today’s episode we’ll cover:What the show produced this past year.  How did we grow as investors?Total show growth, including how we’re doing in the two major podcast directoriesBig Announcements!! (make sure you stick around until the end of the episode)Episodes mentioned:Episode 100 - 100 Stock Investing LessonsEpisode 112 - 6 Investing Lessons In Times Of Crisis - What I’m Thinking About Right NowEpisode 126 - Marvin Barron  - Tracking Political Stocks with FinePrintEpisode 138 - Investing In Space with Aaron Burnett of Spaced VenturesEpisode 147 - 8 Mistakes of Beginning InvestorsEnjoy 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

As America’s largest homebuilder, D.R. Horton has been focused on expanding one of the most central aspects of American culture and the American Dream - the home.  By focusing on modest customization at reasonable prices, they’ve grown into a national brand while operating in a highly cyclical industry.In today's episode we cover the history, business model, financials, and future outlook of D. R. Horton.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

Today, we’re going to take it back to basics.  A lot of times when people talk about investing they jump right into the “what” and the “how”.  Well, what about the why?  Today’s episode discusses the three things you can do with money.  You can either:Spend ItGive It AwaySave It/Invest ItThe choice is yours!  Optimizing between these three things is critical in order to become a successful investor.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

In the modern era, McCormick is one of those companies that focuses on selling spices, seasonings, and related products like French’s Mustard and Cholula Hot Sauce.  They sell to both businesses and everyday consumers like you and me.  Not to mention, they sell in over 160 countries across the globe!In today's episode we cover the business model and financials of McCormick & Co., as well as putting everything together to synthesize what we’ve learned about the business.Enjoy the show?  Rate and Review to share your thoughts:Apple Podcasts (iPhone)Podchaser (Android)Connect with me: Instagram: @stockstorytellerTwitter: @stckstrytellerEmail: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com.Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com

Aside from the commodities we know them as today, spice and seasonings were once fought for by kings and treasured by merchants.  They were the precursor to modern currency and have spanned all cultures across the globe.In the modern era, McCormick is one of those companies that focuses on selling spices, seasonings, and related products.In today's episode we cover the history of the spice industry as well as the history of McCormick & Co.Enjoy the show?  Rate and Review to share your thoughts:Apple Podcasts (iPhone)Podchaser (Android)Connect with me: Instagram: @stockstorytellerTwitter: @stckstrytellerEmail: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com.Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com

Utility is what relates to something’s function or value.  When something has utility, it has inherent or perceived usefulness to you.  In today's episode we cover the mental model of utility, both in a general sense as well as in the context of investing.  At the end of the episode, we review Tai Lopez’s 4 Ms of Motivation.Today’s Sponsor: FinnyvestAt Finnyvest you can get an unbiased, rules-based bull- and bear-case analyses of US stocks and funds. Rules-based in key—as the same criteria are applied to all stocks (or funds)—so you know you’re not getting just another person’s opinion. The Finny Score then tallies up the bull- and the bear-case using a simple scoring methodology between 0 and 100.Just go to askfinny.com/link/alex to try Finnyvest for 7 days for free, and get 20% off the regular price (just $80 for an annual subscription).Enjoy the show?  Rate and Review to share your thoughts:Apple Podcasts (iPhone)Podchaser (Android)Connect with me: Instagram: @stockstorytellerTwitter: @stckstrytellerEmail: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com.Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com

Snacks have become a huge part of the modern food system.  Instead of meals cooked from raw ingredients, there are now a plethora of packaged foods available all over the world.  Mondelez International is one of the dominant companies in this space, selling everything from Oreo cookies to Ritz crackers to Trident gum.In today's episode we cover the history, business model, financials, and future outlook of Mondelez International.Today’s Sponsor: FinnyvestAt Finnyvest you can get an unbiased, rules-based bull- and bear-case analyses of US stocks and funds. Rules-based in key—as the same criteria are applied to all stocks (or funds)—so you know you’re not getting just another person’s opinion. The Finny Score then tallies up the bull- and the bear-case using a simple scoring methodology between 0 and 100.Just go to askfinny.com/link/alex to try Finnyvest for 7 days for free, and get 20% off the regular price (just $80 for an annual subscription).Enjoy the show?  Rate and Review to share your thoughts:Apple Podcasts (iPhone)Podchaser (Android)Connect with me:Instagram: @stockstorytellerTwitter: @stckstrytellerEmail: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com.Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com

GameStop has made some waves in recent weeks.  Last week we talked about the general business, including its history and overall business models and financials.  Today we wrap up our analysis of the business, discuss what a short squeeze is, and talk about the recent market volatility surrounding the stock.Today’s Sponsor: FinnyvestAt Finnyvest you can get an unbiased, rules-based bull- and bear-case analyses of US stocks and funds. Rules-based in key—as the same criteria are applied to all stocks (or funds)—so you know you’re not getting just another person’s opinion. The Finny Score then tallies up the bull- and the bear-case using a simple scoring methodology between 0 and 100.Just go to askfinny.com/link/alex to try Finnyvest for 7 days for free, and get 20% off the regular price (just $80 for an annual subscription).  Enjoy the show?  Rate and Review: Apple Podcasts (iPhone)Podchaser (Android)Let’s connect! Instagram: @stockstorytellerTwitter: @stckstrytellerEmail: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com.Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com

GameStop has made some waves in recent weeks.  After Reddit investors began piling into the stock, the company made headlines because of the stock’s meteoric rise and subsequent crash.  What is the nature of the company and what do they do?  How has business been for this game retailer?In today's episode we cover the history, business model, and financials of GameStop.Let’s connect! Instagram: @stockstorytellerTwitter: @stckstrytellerEmail: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com.Email: alex@stockstoriespodcast.com