Pod of Wealth is your go-to resource for cutting through the noise of the financial world. Hosted by seasoned experts in wealth-building and personal finance, each episode delivers pragmatic advice, expert insights, and actionable strategies to help you navigate the ever-evolving landscape of money, investing, and entrepreneurship. Whether you’re looking to grow your portfolio, scale your business, or simply understand the complex financial systems that impact your wealth, Pod of Wealth give ...
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In this episode, Erik and Chad discuss the current state of the markets, focusing on the recent corrections and the underlying economic factors driving these changes. They emphasize the importance of staying the course during market volatility and explore various investment strategies, including the potential of foreign stocks and the implications …
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POD OF WEALTH: Market Mayhem | Mar 4, 2025
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51:16In this episode, Erik and Chad discuss the implications of a proposed crypto strategic reserve by the U.S. government, market trends, and economic indicators. They explore the energy sector's performance, the fluctuations in AI-related stocks, and the role of gold in investment portfolios. The conversation also touches on recession signals, asset a…
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POW: Market Trends, Agency, Asset Allocation, Gov't Spending | Feb 25, 2025
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44:15In this conversation, Erik and Chad discuss the current state of the markets, emphasizing the importance of agency in both personal and professional contexts. They explore how AI is reshaping business dynamics and the implications for asset allocation strategies. The discussion also covers the volatility in cryptocurrency markets, the need for gove…
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POW: AI, productivity, gold, Walmart, cruise lines, government spending| Feb 20, 2025
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46:28In this episode, Erik and Chad discuss various economic updates, including weather impacts, earnings season insights, and the influence of AI on productivity. They analyze the gold market, Walmart's performance, and the cruise line industry's challenges. The conversation also covers government spending cuts, Meta's layoffs, and breakthroughs in qua…
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POW: Investment Strategies, Gold, Bitcoin, IPO Market, MAG-7, Sovereign Wealth Funds, Government Spending| Feb 10, 2025
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54:54In this episode, Erik and Chad discuss the recent earnings reports from major companies, market trends, and investment strategies. They delve into economic indicators, the performance of gold and Bitcoin, and the challenges facing the IPO market. The conversation also covers the dominance of the MAG-7 stocks, the concept of sovereign wealth funds, …
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POW: Meta earnings, Tesla sales, Royal Caribbean, Trump tariffs, AI developments | Feb 3, 2025
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35:43In this episode of Pod of Wealth, Erik and Chad discuss a range of topics including the controversial trade of Luca Dončić, Meta's impressive earnings report, and the implications of Trump's new tariffs. They delve into the performance of major companies like Microsoft, Tesla, and Royal Caribbean, while also exploring consumer resilience in the fac…
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POW: DeepSeek AI, housing market, private equity, public valuations, Jevons Paradox | Jan 27, 2025
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44:51In this conversation, Erik and Chad discuss the current state of the market, focusing on earnings reports, the impact of DeepSeek AI on technology companies, trends in the housing market, and the dynamics of the IPO market. They delve into valuation concerns in public markets, the implications of DeepSeek AI's advancements, and the Jevons Paradox i…
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POW: Netflix, New Administration, Trucking, Value Investing, Estate Planning-Jan 23, 2025
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48:33In this episode, Erik and Chad discuss a variety of topics ranging from the recent winter weather in Texas to the dominance of Netflix in the streaming market. They analyze the strong performance of GE Aerospace, the implications of defense spending on companies like CACI International, and the resilience of the airline industry. The conversation a…
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POW: Economy, Bank Earnings, Vincent Biffle -Building a Fitness Business on Social Media
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1:02:40In this engaging conversation, Vincent Biffle shares his journey from a modest social media presence to becoming a prominent fitness influencer with nearly 800,000 followers. He discusses the importance of consistency, finding a niche, and the emotional aspects of eating. Vincent emphasizes the significance of building a community and nurturing cli…
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POW: 2025 predictions, financial markets, 60-40 portfolio, bond market, Facebook, Trump, Gulf of America, gold, Bitcoin, short selling, AI, cruise lines, retirement
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55:45In this episode, Erik and Chad discuss their predictions for 2025, including market trends and the potential for a bull market. They explore the implications of the 60-40 portfolio in the current bond market, Facebook's changes in content moderation, and Trump's controversial statements regarding global relations. The conversation also touches on t…
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In this conversation, Erik and Chad discuss the critical aspects of investing, focusing on the impact of fees and taxes on long-term wealth accumulation. They emphasize the importance of starting early, paying yourself first, and utilizing tax-advantaged accounts like 401ks and IRAs. The discussion also covers the significance of low-cost index fun…
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POW: YOLOing, Financial Nihilism, GLP-1s, Bitcoin, Sound Investing Strategy
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59:31In this episode, Erik and Chad explore the concept of YOLOing in finance, discussing its implications on investment behavior and decision-making. They delve into various topics including the impact of new drugs on addiction, the growing acceptance of Bitcoin among institutions, the role of AI in technology, trends in the IPO market, and the dynamic…
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POW: Market Structure, Portfolio Construction, Frozen IPO Markets
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42:45In this conversation, Erik and Chad discuss the current state of equity markets, focusing on the impact of market structure, the frozen state of IPOs, and the importance of portfolio construction. They explore the role of buybacks and retirement plans in driving market dynamics, as well as the potential of alternative asset classes like gold and Bi…
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Pod of Wealth is your go-to resource for cutting through the noise of the financial world. Hosted by seasoned experts in wealth-building and personal finance, each episode delivers pragmatic advice, expert insights, and actionable strategies to help you navigate the ever-evolving landscape of money, investing, and entrepreneurship. Whether you’re l…
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In this episode, Erik and Chad delve into the intricacies of dividend paying stocks, discussing their role in investment portfolios, the challenges of selecting individual stocks, and the potential benefits of dividend ETFs. They also explore recession signals, particularly the Walmart recession indicator, and provide insights on whether to continu…
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POW - Quantum Computing, AI innovations, Digital Labor, Dividend Stocks
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40:22In this episode, Erik and Chad discuss significant advancements in quantum computing, the ongoing healthcare crisis in the US, and the implications of recent merger blockages in the grocery sector. They explore market trends, including the valuation of SpaceX and the impact of US-China trade relations. The conversation also delves into the future o…
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Wealth Training: Approaching Bitcoin & Crypto
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14:10In this conversation, Erik and Chad delve into the world of cryptocurrency, focusing on Bitcoin's rise and the broader implications of investing in digital currencies. They discuss the potential future of Bitcoin, the various types of cryptocurrencies, and the importance of understanding the underlying value of these assets. The conversation also t…
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In this conversation, Erik and Chad discuss the balancing act of budgeting and living, emphasizing the importance of paying yourself first, making trade-offs in spending, and understanding the power of compounding in achieving financial independence. They explore how small daily expenses can add up over time and the significance of creating a disci…
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Wealth Training: Achieving Financial Independence
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12:35In this episode, Chad and Erik discuss the essential steps to achieving financial independence. They emphasize the importance of setting financial goals, understanding what financial independence truly means, and the necessity of building a strong financial foundation through emergency funds and investments. The conversation highlights the signific…
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U.S. Debt & GDP: Growth, Inflation, Dollar Strength
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44:32www.youtube.com/@podofwealth www.podofwealth.com Summary In this conversation, Chad Fargason and Erik Cooper delve into the complexities of government debt and spending, exploring its implications for the economy, inflation, and the strength of the US dollar. They discuss Modern Monetary Theory (MMT) and its relevance in today's economic landscape,…
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Navigating Inflation: Economic Policies & Strategies
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53:39In this conversation, Erik and Chad discuss the implications of inflation on economic policies, the roles of gold and Bitcoin as investment assets, the impact of executive orders and tariffs, and strategies for investing in an inflationary environment. They also touch on the influence of AI on productivity and the consumer impact of tariffs, provid…
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In this episode of Pod of Wealth, Erik Cooper and Chad Ferguson delve into the fundamentals of investing. They discuss the importance of investing for wealth accumulation, the concept of compounding, and the differences between stocks and bonds. The conversation also covers the risks and rewards associated with different investment types, including…
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In this conversation, Erik and Chad discuss the essential elements of retirement planning, emphasizing the importance of starting early, understanding compound interest, and making informed investment decisions. They explore how much one should save for retirement, the significance of withdrawal rates, and strategies for maximizing employer contrib…
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In this episode of Pod of Wealth, Erik Cooper and Chad Fargason discuss the fundamentals of building an investment portfolio, emphasizing the importance of diversification and asset allocation. They explore the balance between concentration and diversification in wealth building, the significance of understanding risk, and how to construct a portfo…
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In this conversation, Erik and Chad explore the psychology of investing, emphasizing the balance between optimism and pessimism. They discuss how historical trends show that despite current challenges, humanity has progressed, and how this perspective can influence investment strategies. The importance of having a long-term view in investing is hig…
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Investing in AI & Nuclear, Retirement Accounts
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50:49In this episode, the hosts discuss various topics ranging from political appointments and their implications, to the intricacies of IRAs and Roth IRAs. They delve into the dynamics of Bitcoin and market trends, explore the burgeoning field of AI investments, and highlight the renaissance of nuclear energy as a viable power source. The conversation …
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Chad and Erik introduce themselves and talk about their goals and ideas for the podcast. Pod of Wealth is your go-to resource for cutting through the noise of the financial world. Hosted by seasoned experts in wealth-building and personal finance, each episode delivers pragmatic advice, expert insights, and actionable strategies to help you navigat…
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