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David Gardner, co-founder of The Motley Fool, is among the most respected and trusted sources on investing. As a best-selling author, hugely successful stock picker, and financial authority, David has led The Motley Fool’s growth into a worldwide investment and financial advisory services company. Each week David shares his insights into today's most innovative and disruptive publicly traded companies -- and how to profit from them by following his signature “Rule Breaker Investing” principles.

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Alexandria, VA

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David Gardner, co-founder of The Motley Fool, is among the most respected and trusted sources on investing. As a best-selling author, hugely successful stock picker, and financial authority, David has led The Motley Fool’s growth into a worldwide investment and financial advisory services company. Each week David shares his insights into today's most innovative and disruptive publicly traded companies -- and how to profit from them by following his signature “Rule Breaker Investing” principles.

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English


Episodes

March Market Cap Madness: Bill vs. Matt

3/13/2024
We hope you've filled out your bracket because we're back with the second match of the March Market Cap Madness Final Four. Today it's the OG, Matt Argersinger up against the globetrotter, Bill Mann! Who will make it to next week's final? You will, Fool! Companies discussed: ELF, MIDD, CCL, ABNB, BRC, EBAY, CRNC, KLG, PAC, BBW Host: David Gardner Guests: Bill Mann, Matt Argersinger Producer: Rick Engdahl

Duration:00:59:55

March Market Cap Madness: Emily vs. Andy

3/6/2024
The Olympics. The World Cup. The Super Bowl. These competitions bring the world together to back their favorite teams as they compete for the ultimate title. But March Market Cap Madness has an even bigger draw, because you not only get to root for your favorite; you get to compete! Strap in and get your pencils ready, it's go time! Companies discussed: INTU, CMG, MMM, LUV, NTB, TSLA, SNBR, DOC, SSNC, VBAH Host: David Gardner Guests: Andy Cross, Emily Flippen Producers: Dez Jones, Rick Engdahl

Duration:01:03:34

Extra: The 100th Mailbag After-Party

3/2/2024
When the party's over, turn out the lights? No way, Fool! Head on over to the after-party and keep the good times rolling! Last Wednesday we had an epic 100th mailbag, joined by several of our long-time listeners. Today we extend that conversation and dig-in to four beautiful questions to make us all smarter, happier, and richer. Host: David Gardner Guests: Jason Moore, David Geck, Jumm, Adam Nelson, Mike McMahon, Jason Newman Producer: Rick Engdahl

Duration:00:44:08

February 2024 Mailbag (#100!): Very Good Company

2/28/2024
We've always held that the mailbag is a chance for us to learn from each other; to hear the thoughts of Fools from around the world who listen to the show and then respond with wisdom of their own. Today, as we celebrate our 100th mailbag, we're kicking it up a notch! Get ready to meet seven of our most brilliant and prolific correspondents, and this time hear their voices as well as their stories. Host: David Gardner Guests: Jason Moore, David Geck, Jumm, Jason Trice, Adam Nelson, Mike McMahon, Jason Newman Producer: Rick Engdahl

Duration:01:14:23

Old, New, Borrowed & Blue, Vol. 8

2/21/2024
It's time again for an old format, a new show, borrowed wisdom and some blue sky thinking! You don't have to be a bride to join in the good luck this week. Companies Mentioned: MORN, DIS, ABNB, NFLX, TSLA Host: David Gardner Producer: Rick Engdahl

Duration:00:39:16

Mental Tips, Tricks & Lifehacks, Vol. 9

2/14/2024
Does cost equal quality? Can your smart watch make you even smarter? And where on Earth is rule.breaker.investing? You're about to be smarter, happier, and richer, Fool! Time for some tips, tricks, and lifehacks. Host: David Gardner Producer: Rick Engdahl

Duration:00:35:53

Investing in Art with Tonya Turner Carroll and Michael Carroll

2/7/2024
Stocks, bonds, ETFs, real estate, crypto, art... Wait, what? Art? Is that a thing that you can invest in? There are always more rules to break, Fool! Today we're here to explore the world of art investing. Is it our area of expertise? No. Do we have guests who can teach us where to begin and guide us along the way? You bet! There's wine and cheese in the corner; take a look around and be sure to ask about the context. Host: David Gardner Guests: Tonya Turner Carroll, Michael Carroll Producer: Rick Engdahl

Duration:01:09:23

January 2024 Mailbag: Magnificent Faangs

1/31/2024
Do you own the Magnificent 7? Do you remember FAANG stocks? Do these arbitrary groupings matter? Only if you keep score, as one listener reminds us! Yes, it's the mailbag time of the month again, where we hear from you about what you've learned, what you're teaching, and what you're looking forward to. Host: David Gardner Producer: Rick Engdahl

Duration:00:31:44

Calculating Risk Foolishly, Vol. 3: KNSL vs. CHWY

1/24/2024
High risk? Low risk? MEDIUM risk? What does that even mean? And what the heck is risk anyway? Today, we define risk Foolishly and revisit our risk ratings, a system to quantify the long-term risk your companies may face. Companies Discussed: KNSL, CHWY Host: David Gardner Guests: Emily Flippen, Andy Cross Producer: Rick Engdahl

Duration:01:07:02

Blast From The Past, Vol. 8

1/17/2024
As Mark Twain once said, "History never repeats itself, but the Kaleidoscopic combinations of the pictured present often seem to be constructed out of the broken fragments of antique legends." Or something like that. In any case, we're here today not just to repeat lessons from the past, but to reflect on them anew, and fit them into our view of the present and more importantly, the future. Stocks Mentioned: NVDA, DIS, AMZN, TSLA, NFLX Host: David Gardner Producer: Rick Engdahl

Duration:00:50:46

Gotta Know The Lingo, Vol. 5

1/10/2024
We're here to make you smarter, happier, and richer, and today we're focusing on the smart part. Or that's the aim anyway. You keep score and let us know how we're doing, as our all-star cast tries to help you understand some common and not-so-common investing terms. Do you know them? It's lingo-bingo so prepare to be delighted! Host: David Gardner Guests: Matt Argersinger, Bill Barker, Jim Mueller Producer: Rick Engdahl

Duration:00:54:54

Essays From Yesterday, Vol. 5

1/3/2024
Remember when Motley Fool newsletters were printed on paper and sent not to your inbox but to your mailbox? If so, thank you! You've been with us for a long time. If not, you may have missed out on some great stock returns (though we believe future returns will be just as great). And you might have missed out on some great stories and lessons, printed on page one of those old paper newsletters. This is the series where we bring these essays back, warts and all, to see what we were thinking, how things might have changed, and mostly, what can we learn going forward. Host: David Gardner Producers: Heather Horton, Rick Engdahl

Duration:00:46:06

December 2023 Mailbag: Pigs vs. Turkeys

12/27/2023
Another month gone by, indeed another year gone by! We're here to wrap it up in a bow with our final mailbag of 2023. The Market has been kind this year, and we've been rewarded for staying invested. But we're not here to dwell on the past, after all it's the future that matters most. So whether you're wearing a black tie, your best dress, or goofy 2024 sunglasses, have a Happy New Year and we'll see you on the other side! Host: David Gardner Producer: Rick Engdahl

Duration:00:29:16

Market Cap Game Show: Smack Talk

12/20/2023
A company with a $50 price per share might have a million shares outstanding or a billion shares outstanding. And unless you know both numbers, you don't know the price tag of the stock you're about to buy. It's market cap time once again, and we're here to have some fun talking about the true value of companies that the Motley Fool recommends. Companies Discussed: VRNS, CLNE, NFLX, DPZ, ALGN, DHR, SHOP, RGEN, BR, INTU Host: David Gardner Guests: Bill Barker, Yasser El-Shimy Producer: Rick Engdahl

Duration:01:08:01

The Besties of 2023

12/13/2023
Cue the orchestra! It's time for the Besties! This is a celebration of the year that was, and a shout out to 10 of our favorite episodes of 2023. We've got guest stars, cameos, and a song-and-dance number that will leave you speechless. Oh wait, sorry, we had to cut the dance—these award shows are always running long. Host: David Gardner Guests: Arthur Brooks, Elizabeth Hargrave, Jordan Ellenberg, Mahan Tavakoli, Thi Nguyen, Warren Berger, Ed Brooks Producer: Rick Engdahl

Duration:01:32:32

Games, Games, Games, Vol. 5

12/6/2023
We're well into the gift-buying season, so it's time for the annual games podcast! This time we have some classic games (06:00), some casual games (18:55), some strategy games (36:01), and a bonus list of game expansions (46:32). It's all about the happy today, so shuffle your cards, rattle your dice, and and get ready to drop some tiles! Host: David Gardner Producer: Rick Engdahl

Duration:00:53:25

November 2023 Mailbag: Pet Peeves and Self Indulgence, Plus 5 Stocks That Will Press On

11/29/2023
Can November really be over already? It's that time again Fools, and you've packed the mailbag full this time. From silly to serious, softballs and hardballs, we're here to answer your questions. Plus, it's time for a final review of 5 Stocks that will Press On (10:59). Will the 5-stock sampler make it to Foolhalla in one piece? Stocks Discussed: ZBRA, ODFL, CNI, CRUS, ECL Host: David Gardner Guests: Andy Cross, Jennifer Gennaro Oxley Producer: Rick Engdahl

Duration:01:26:25

Gratitude: 2023

11/22/2023
What do you have to be grateful for? That's not a rhetorical question — this is the season for letting people know! Say it out loud! Tweet it! X it! Post it! Or in our case, podcast it! We are truly grateful for you, the Fools around the world who listen, learn, and share with us on this journey of investing, business, and life. Thank you! Host: David Gardner Producer: Rick Engdahl

Duration:00:49:30

Great Quotes Vol. 17: Hope Around the World

11/15/2023
We live in a global society, with global conflicts, aspirations, and opportunities. And so today we're seeking words of wisdom and Foolishness from around the world, finding perspective and a bit of rational optimism for a better future. Progress may not be a straight line, but over time it goes up and to the right! Companies Mentioned: SBUX, META, TSLA, AAPL, NFLX Host: David Gardner Producer: Rick Engdahl

Duration:00:47:37

Pet Peeves, Vol. 8: Class Action

11/8/2023
Should the Motley Fool file a class action lawsuit against... class action lawsuits? Why do people think in just two dimensions when our world has three? Can you pronounce the name of your best performing stock properly? It's that time of year again; we're getting petty and pedantic. Ok? Host: David Garner Producer: Rick Engdahl

Duration:00:36:28