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In this episode, Preston sits down with Chris and Joe to explore how Bitcoin is changing the way we think about corporate treasuries, asset valuation, and investment risk.
They dive into the STRIVE report, debate traditional financial models, and propose new frameworks for evaluating assets in a Bitcoin-denominated world.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
00:00 - Intro
01:58 - How Bitcoin reshapes asset valuation and opportunity cost analysis
10:23 - Why Internal Rate of Return (IRR) is crucial for comparing investments in a Bitcoin world
13:05 - The challenges of applying traditional DCF models to Bitcoin
20:45 - The concept and implications of the equity stability premium
22:59 - How Bitcoin’s volatility can be reframed as an asset rather than a liability
26:19 - Why volatility perceptions differ between traditional finance and Bitcoin maximalists
31:08 - How Bitcoin adoption trends impact valuation and investment strategy
08:29 - Preston’s personal journey in reevaluating valuation models using Bitcoin
40:46 - Portfolio risk management principles involving Bitcoin and traditional assets
50:06 - Insights from the STRIVE report on future asset valuation frameworks
Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.
BOOKS AND RESOURCES
Joe's X Account.
Chris' X Account.
The Strive Report on: The Case for Bitcoin in Corporate Treasuries.
The Unchained Report: Repricing the Economy in Bitcoin.
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Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here.
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In this episode, William Green chats with investing legend Bill Nygren, who oversees about $25 billion at Harris Associates. Bill is the firm’s Chief Investment Officer for US Equities & co-manages two flagship mutual funds: Oakmark Select & Oakmark Fund. Here, he discusses the processes, principles, habits & mindset that have enabled him to beat the market over three decades.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
00:00 - Intro
05:32 - How Bill Nygren became a contrarian bargain hunter.
18:05 - Why sports gambling companies often refuse to take his bets.
47:56 - What three qualities he seeks in any company.
01:00:05 - How he scored big on Amazon, Google, Apple & Netflix.
01:11:11 - Why he never relaxes his disciplined focus on valuation.
01:16:04 - What he learned from hedge fund star Michael Steinhardt.
01:24:47 - How Bill’s team performs “Devil’s Advocate Reviews” for each stock.
01:33:55 - Why he developed his “Mistake Management Protocol.”
01:46:51 - How to succeed without ruining your health or your family.
01:46:51 - Why he discourages people from entering the investing business.
01:50:46 - What you must sacrifice to achieve greatness.
01:59:08 - How to succeed by aligning yourself with top-decile people.
02:07:13 - Why value investing isn’t dead.
Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.
BOOKS AND RESOURCES
Join Clay and a select group of passionate value investors for a retreat in Big Sky, Montana. Learn more here.
Join the exclusive TIP Mastermind Community to engage in meaningful stock investing discussions with Stig, Clay, Kyle, and the other community members.
Bill Nygren’s investment firm, Harris Associates.
Bill Nygren’s funds, Oakmark Select & Oakmark Fund.
William Green’s book, “The Great Minds of Investing.”
William Green’s podcast interview with Christopher Begg.
William Green’s podcast interview with Ray Dalio.
William Green’s book, “Richer, Wiser, Happier” – read the reviews of this book.
Follow William Green on X.
Check out all the books mentioned and discussed in our podcast episodes here.
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Get smarter about valuing businesses in just a few minutes each week through our newsletter, The Intrinsic Value Newsletter.
Check out our We Study Billionaires Starter Packs.
Follow our official social media accounts: X (Twitter) | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok.
Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here.
Try our tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance Tool.
Enjoy exclusive perks from our favorite Apps and Services.
Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the best business podcasts.
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On today’s episode, Clay is joined by Joseph Shaposhnik to discuss the launch of his new ETF, Rainwater Equity. The Rainwater Equity ETF just launched on June 18th, 2025, under the ticker RW, and its objective is to compound capital at an above-average rate by investing in publicly listed recurring revenue businesses.
The fund Joseph managed at his previous firm compounded at 16.7% since 2015, versus the S&P 500’s 13.1% over that same time period. It was also the top-performing fund out of 343 in its US Large Cap Core Equity category by Nasdaq eVestment.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
00:00 - Intro
02:39 - Joseph’s lessons from spending a day with Peter Lynch.
12:09 - Why the active management industry is broken and how Joseph has set out to fix it.
22:12 - Why Bill Miller invested in Joseph’s new ETF.
28:25 - Why recurring revenue is the ultimate business model.
40:11 - Whether any of the Magnificent 7 companies fit into Joseph’s recurring revenue framework.
46:35 - The role that valuation plays in Joseph’s quality investing framework.
55:30 - Joseph’s top stock pick to hold for the next 20 years.
01:03:00 - Why Joseph is attracted to the aerospace aftermarket industry.
01:08:09 - Why Joseph chose the ETF structure over the mutual fund.
01:10:53 - How Joseph determined the appropriate position sizing for his fund.
And so much more!
Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.
BOOKS AND RESOURCES
Join Clay and a select group of passionate value investors for a retreat in Big Sky, Montana. Learn more here.
Join the exclusive TIP Mastermind Community to engage in meaningful stock investing discussions with Stig, Clay, Kyle, and the other community members.
Related Episode: TIP622: Finding Certainty in an Uncertain World w/ Joseph Shaposhnik.
Related Episode: TIP522: Unconventional Wisdom from the Greatest Minds in Investing w/ Joseph Shaposhnik.
Follow Joseph on LinkedIn & X.
Follow Clay on LinkedIn & X.
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Seb and Preston explore the hidden emotional and societal costs of fiat currency, how Bitcoin changes our perception of value, and why money is more than just economics—it's identity.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
00:00 - Intro
01:28 - The emotional toll of living within a fiat monetary system
10:04 - How Bitcoin changes the way we express values through money
12:55 - The real-life shifts that occur when someone adopts low time preference
15:37 - How hard money can enable authentic altruism and creativity
19:11 - How broken money disrupts psychological growth through Maslow’s hierarchy
20:24 - Why fiat incentives fuel fear, narrow focus, and societal disconnection
22:41 - The impact of viable saving on emotional and creative well-being
25:45 - Why fiat may be driving an identity crisis and inauthentic life paths
33:22 - What Bitcoin reveals about curiosity and intellectual integrity
41:05 - How note-taking and integration fuel personal and intellectual growth
Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.
BOOKS AND RESOURCES
Seb’s book: The Hidden Cost of Money.
Seb's Blog: Seb Bunney.
Related book: Fiat Food.
Related Episode: The Hidden Cost of Money (BTC160).
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Check out our Bitcoin Fundamentals Starter Packs.
Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here.
Try our tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance Tool.
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On today’s show, Stig Brodersen talks with co-host William Green, the author of “Richer, Wiser, Happier.” In their quest for meaningful relationships and being the best version of themselves, they discuss what has made them Richer, Wiser, or Happier in the past quarter. You’re invited to join them on their journey.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
00:00 - Intro
00:07:45 - Why you will waste years if you can’t waste hours
00:08:04 - The power of (not) structuring your day
00:13:53 - What you can clone from an optimal life design
00:59:46 - What William and Stig have read the last quarter that made them Richer, Wiser, and Happier
01:01:55 - How to have work-play integration rather than a work-life balance
01:03:55 - Why what is important starts and ends with quality
01:22:13 - Why the best things in life come from compounding
Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.
BOOKS AND RESOURCES
Join Clay and a select group of passionate value investors for a retreat in Big Sky, Montana. Learn more here.
Join the exclusive TIP Mastermind Community to engage in meaningful stock investing discussions with Stig, Clay, Kyle, and the other community members.
William Green’s book Richer, Wiser, Happier – Read reviews of this book.
Stig Brodersen and William Green’s episode on being Richer, Wiser, and Happier, Q1 2025.
Stig Brodersen and William Green’s episode on being Richer, Wiser, and Happier, Q4 2024
Stig Brodersen and William Green’s episode on being Richer, Wiser, and Happier, Q3 2024.
Stig Brodersen and William Green’s episode on being Richer, Wiser, and Happier, Q1 2024.
Stig Brodersen and William Green’s episode on being Richer, Wiser, and Happier, Q3 2023.
Stig Brodersen and William Green’s episode on being Richer, Wiser, and Happier, Q2 2023.
Simon Singh’s book, Fermat's Last Theorem – Read reviews of this book.
David Hawkins’ book, Letting Go – Read reviews of this book.
Pico Iyer’s book, Aflame – Read reviews of this book.
Tara Springett’s book, The Stairway to Heaven – Read reviews of this book.
Robert Caro’s book, Working - Read reviews of this book.
Robert Gottlieb’s documentary, Turn Every Page.
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In this episode, Clay explores the core ideas behind Capital Returns by Edward Chancellor and Marathon Asset Management. Based on decades of investing experience, the book uncovers the capital cycle framework, which reveals how capital flows, supply dynamics, and managerial incentives drive long-term investment outcomes. Whether you're a value investor, a portfolio manager, or simply curious about market cycles, this episode offers guidance for understanding the boom and bust nature of cyclical industries.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
00:00 - Intro
01:31 - How the capital cycle explains boom and bust industry dynamics.
07:03 - Why tracking supply is often more useful than forecasting demand.
16:20 - How capital discipline separates great managers from average ones.
05:07 - Why excess investment leads to lower future returns.
30:38 - Why cyclical industries can offer high-return opportunities.
41:50 - How incentives and ownership structures impact corporate decision-making.
49:10 - How low interest rates distort creative destruction and capital efficiency.
53:25 - Why mean reversion remains a powerful force in markets.
58:35 - How to spot red flags near capital cycle peaks.
01:03:55 - Why flexible thinking is essential for long-term investing success.
And so much more!
Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.
BOOKS AND RESOURCES
Join Clay and a select group of passionate value investors for a retreat in Big Sky, Montana. Learn more here.
Join the exclusive TIP Mastermind Community to engage in meaningful stock investing discussions with Stig, Clay, Kyle, and the other community members.
Edward Chancellor’s book: Capital Returns.
Gautam Baid’s book: The Joys Of Compounding.
Related Episode: TIP505: The Price of Time w/ Edward Chancellor.
Mentioned Episode: TIP727: 7 Powers by Hamilton Helmer.
Follow Clay on LinkedIn & X.
Check out all the books mentioned and discussed in our podcast episodes here.
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Follow our official social media accounts: X (Twitter) | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok.
Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here.
Try our tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance Tool.
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Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the best business podcasts.
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Michael and Preston explore Bitcoin's foundational principles, covering digital scarcity, mining incentives, node infrastructure, and the importance of self-custody versus third-party management.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
00:00 - Intro
12:13 - How Bitcoin prevents government-led currency debasement
19:14 - Why block reorganizations occur and how they're resolved
23:11 - The mechanics of block creation and transaction verification
28:55 - What makes Bitcoin a secure and decentralized timekeeper
31:13 - The economic incentives behind Bitcoin mining
33:54- The role of transaction fees as block subsidies decline
37:01 - How Bitcoin's security model addresses hack concerns
41:05 - How self-custody empowers users and mitigates risks
50:02 - Differences between running a node and mining
1:00:04 - Innovations in node infrastructure from the 256 Foundation
Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.
BOOKS AND RESOURCES
Michael’s X Account.
Website: Nakamoto Heating Solutions.
Website: 256 foundation.
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Follow our official social media accounts: X (Twitter) | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok.
Check out our Bitcoin Fundamentals Starter Packs.
Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here.
Try our tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance Tool.
Enjoy exclusive perks from our favorite Apps and Services.
Get smarter about valuing businesses in just a few minutes each week through our newsletter, The Intrinsic Value Newsletter.
Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the best business podcasts.
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In today's episode, Stig Brodersen is talking stocks with Tobias Carlisle and Hari Ramachandra. Stig’s pick is Microsoft, the world’s biggest market cap company for good reason. Tobias is pitching Devon Energy, an oil and gas producer with a big upside if you’re right about the timing. Hari’s stocks of choice are Adyen and Block, two fast-growing companies with stronger moats that meet the eye.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
00:00 - Intro
01:51 - Why Hari is bullish on Block and Adyen (Ticker on NYSE: XYZ and on Euronext: ADYEN).
12:48 - The bear case for Block and Adyen, including valuation and disruption.
24:22 - Stig’s bull case is for Microsoft (Ticker on NASDAQ: MSFT).
44:55 - The bear case for Microsoft, including the rich valuation.
56:56 - Why Toby is bullish on Devon Energy (Ticker on NYSE: DVN).
01:05:31 - The bear case of Devon Energy, including the debt level and share issuance.
01:27:06 - What the TIP Mastermind Community is and how we’re forming meaningful relationships.
Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.
BOOKS AND RESOURCES
Join Clay and a select group of passionate value investors for a retreat in Big Sky, Montana. Learn more here.
Join the exclusive TIP Mastermind Community to engage in meaningful stock investing discussions with Stig, Clay, Kyle, and the other community members.
Stig Brodersen’s Portfolio and Track record.
Listen to Mastermind Discussion Q1, 2025 or watch the video.
Listen to Mastermind Discussion Q4, 2024 or watch the video.
Listen to Mastermind Discussion Q3, 2024 or watch the video.
Listen to Mastermind Discussion Q2, 2024 or watch the video.
Tune in to the Mastermind Discussion Q1, 2024 or watch the video.
Listen to Mastermind Discussion Q4, 2023 or watch the video.
Tune in to the Mastermind Discussion Q3, 2023 or watch the video.
Listen to Mastermind Discussion Q2, 2023 or watch the video.
Bill Gates’ autobiography, Source Code – read reviews of this book.
Stig and Preston book review of Paul Allen’s book, Idea Man.
Tobias Carlisle's podcast, The Acquirers Podcast.
Tobias Carlisle's ETF, ZIG.
Tobias Carlisle's ETF, Deep.
Tobias Carlisle's book, The Acquirer's Multiple – read reviews of this book.
Tobias Carlisle's Acquirer's Multiple stock screener: AcquirersMultiple.com
Tweet directly to Tobias Carlisle: @Greenbackd.
Tweet directly to Hari Ramachandra: @harirama.
Check out all the books mentioned and discussed in our podcast episodes here.
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Follow our official social media accounts: X (Twitter) | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok.
Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here.
Try our tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance Tool.
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Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the best business podcasts.
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In this episode, Clay explores Hamilton Helmer’s 7 Powers framework, breaking down each of the seven sources of enduring competitive advantage. While companies all over the world offer benefits and value to society at large, few have barriers in place that prevent competitors from easily replicating those advantages. Whether you’re an investor or business operator, this episode is an essential listen to understand the critical ingredients for long-term success in business.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
00:00 - Intro
01:34 - What it means for a company to have Power.
07:04 - The power of scale economies.
12:12 - Why network effects are one of the best competitive advantages a business can have.
18:05 - Why counter-positioning is Hamilton Helmer’s favorite Power.
30:19 - The types of switching costs that can keep customers locked in for years.
38:24 - Why customers are willing to consistently pay up for a great brand name.
51:24 - How companies can capture a cornered resource that even well-funded competitors are unable to replicate.
56:46 - Why process power is the rarest of the all the powers.
01:03:00 - A case study on Netflix and how they built multiple Powers outlined in the book.
And so much more!
Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.
BOOKS AND RESOURCES
Join Clay and a select group of passionate value investors for a retreat in Big Sky, Montana. Learn more here.
Join the exclusive TIP Mastermind Community to engage in meaningful stock investing discussions with Stig, Clay, Kyle, and the other community members.
Hamilton Helmer’s book: 7 Powers.
Mentioned Episode: TIP600: Business Durability and Strategy Masterclass w/ Hamilton Helmer.
Follow Clay on LinkedIn & X.
Check out all the books mentioned and discussed in our podcast episodes here.
Enjoy ad-free episodes when you subscribe to our Premium Feed.
NEW TO THE SHOW?
Get smarter about valuing businesses in just a few minutes each week through our newsletter, The Intrinsic Value Newsletter.
Check out our We Study Billionaires Starter Packs.
Follow our official social media accounts: X (Twitter) | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok.
Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here.
Try our tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance Tool.
Enjoy exclusive perks from our favorite Apps and Services.
Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the best business podcasts.
SPONSORS
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Garrett Johnston shares why Bitcoin—not crypto—should be the foundation for insurance innovation. We explore regulatory friction, risk evolution, and strategic adoption for carriers and corporates.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
00:00 - Intro
04:57 - How digital asset risk profiles evolve as companies scale
16:09 - The case for Bitcoin in insurance company treasuries
16:15 - Why Bitcoin enhances risk-adjusted returns in institutional portfolios
21:39 - Why current regulatory frameworks hinder BTC adoption
21:54 - How NAIC rules classify BTC as a non-admitted asset
22:07 - The importance of state-by-state education and reform
30:28 - Gaps in current insurance coverage for Bitcoin-native businesses
45:03 -Why “Bitcoin not crypto” is critical in traditional insurance circles
47:12 - ESG misconceptions about Bitcoin in insurance contexts
48:26 - Game theory behind state-level regulatory adoption (e.g., NH SBR)
49:39 - AI’s emerging role in insurance and supply chain risk analysis
Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.
BOOKS AND RESOURCES
Garrett's X Account.
Check out all the books mentioned and discussed in our podcast episodes here.
Enjoy ad-free episodes when you subscribe to our Premium Feed.
NEW TO THE SHOW?
Join the exclusive TIP Mastermind Community to engage in meaningful stock investing discussions with Stig, Clay, Kyle, and the other community members.
Follow our official social media accounts: X (Twitter) | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok.
Check out our Bitcoin Fundamentals Starter Packs.
Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here.
Try our tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance Tool.
Enjoy exclusive perks from our favorite Apps and Services.
Get smarter about valuing businesses in just a few minutes each week through our newsletter, The Intrinsic Value Newsletter.
Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the best business podcasts.
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On today’s episode, Kyle Grieve chats with Jon Cukierwar about his unique global investing approach focused on undiscovered companies. They delve into Jon’s high-conviction strategy, his in-depth on-the-ground research process, and how he uncovers overlooked opportunities by combining valuation, quality, and growth.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
00:00 - Intro
03:02 - Lessons Jon learned working for legend Bob Robotti
07:19 - Why Jon favours high-quality, growing businesses
17:26 - How Jon counters bias when meeting charismatic CEOs
25:50 - Why local investor networks unlock global insights
36:23 - Why Jon prioritizes owners’ earnings over net income
37:41 - The three essential traits Jon demands in investment and what makes an investment a “no-brainer” for Jon
39:47 - Why holding winners is harder than it seems
53:57 - Why Jon leans toward “boring” low-tech businesses
1:00:30 - What traits Jon values most in company leadership
Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.
BOOKS AND RESOURCES
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Read Jon’s shareholder letters here.
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On today’s episode, Clay is joined by Tim Koller to discuss all things valuation.
Tim is the lead author of Valuation: Measuring and Managing the Value of Companies which is the #1 best-selling guide to business valuation. This book—now in its eighth edition—has sold more than one million copies, and is used as a textbook at top business schools such as Wharton School, University of Chicago, MIT, INSEAD, Tuck School of Business, and Northwestern University.
As a Partner at McKinsey & Company, Tim combines broad cross-sector experience with decades of service to clients in value creation, corporate strategy, capital-markets issues, and M&A transactions.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
00:00 - Intro
01:45 - How companies create shareholder value.
05:13 - The common misconceptions related to creating shareholder value.
13:54 - How managers should think about return on invested capital.
28:08 - Why it’s so common for managers to not take a long-term approach.
33:16 - How return on invested capital impacts a company’s valuation.
46:30 - How Tim thinks about the vast differences in returns we’ve seen in the US relative to Europe.
And so much more!
Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.
BOOKS AND RESOURCES
Join Clay and a select group of passionate value investors for a retreat in Big Sky, Montana. Learn more here.
Join the exclusive TIP Mastermind Community to engage in meaningful stock investing discussions with Stig, Clay, Kyle, and the other community members.
Tim’s book: Valuation.
McKinsey’s website.
McKinsey’s insights: McKinsey on Finance.
Related Episode: TIP577: Valuation Masterclass w/ Aswath Damodaran.
Follow Tim on LinkedIn.
Follow Clay on LinkedIn & X.
Check out all the books mentioned and discussed in our podcast episodes here.
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Preston and Matthew discuss the upcoming Bitcoin Policy Summit, explore strategic financial maneuvers involving Bitcoin, dissect stablecoin impacts, and examine shifting global crypto dynamics.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
00:00 - Intro
01:20 - Challenges facing the Federal Reserve’s independence
13:21 - Insights into Elon's policy influence and federal restructuring
17:46 - The U.S. trade deficit's impact on Bitcoin and equity markets
19:59 - The Genius Act’s implications for stablecoin regulation
24:21 - How stablecoins are disrupting traditional banking
32:30 - How the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve could reshape fiscal policy
33:50 - Strategic execution plans for government Bitcoin acquisitions
37:13 - Bitcoin vs. gold as sovereign investment tools
39:27 - National strategies around AI, energy, and global Bitcoin positioning
48:40 - Details of the upcoming Bitcoin Policy Summit
Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.
BOOKS AND RESOURCES
Website: Bitcoin Policy Institute.
Website: BTC Policy Summit.
Matt’s X Account.
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Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here.
Try our tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance Tool.
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On today’s episode, Kyle Grieve chats about one of the most iconic businesses in history—Coca-Cola—and explores its enduring competitive advantages, its remarkable turnaround under CEO Roberto Goizueta, and what Warren Buffett saw that made it one of Berkshire Hathaway’s most legendary investments. Kyle unpacks why Coke’s brand power, global distribution, and intelligent capital allocation have helped it dominate for over a century and why understanding this story can help you spot other life-changing investments.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
00:00 - Intro
02:03 - What gives Coca-Cola four enduring edges over competitors worldwide.
08:04 - A brief overview of Coca-Cola’s two primary business segments.
09:38 - Why Goizueta’s personality reshaped Coca-Cola’s future in unexpected ways.
11:14 - What makes Coca-Cola’s brand unforgettable across cultures and decades.
25:16 - The unique metric Goizueta used to unlock hidden value.
27:12 - What Warren Buffett saw before betting big on Coca-Cola.
39:40 - A mental model experiment Munger used to gauge Coke’s potential.
48:48 - How inversion revealed Coca-Cola’s moat through Charlie Munger’s lens.
50:03 - The real story behind Coca-Cola’s infamous recipe change.
55:43 - Why Coke’s scale and network keep competition permanently outmatched.
And so much more!
Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.
BOOKS AND RESOURCES
Join Clay and a select group of passionate value investors for a retreat in Big Sky, Montana. Learn more here.
Join the exclusive TIP Mastermind Community to engage in meaningful stock investing discussions with Stig, Clay, Kyle, and the other community members.
Buy I'd Like the World to Buy a Coke here.
Buy The Warren Buffett Way here.
Read Charlie Munger’s $2 trillion Coke hypothesis here
Follow Kyle on X and LinkedIn.
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Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here.
Try our tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance Tool.
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Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the best business podcasts.
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On today’s episode, Kyle Grieve chats with James and Abigail Zimmerman about the strength of growing and sustainable cash flowing businesses; the importance of strong balance sheets; how they navigate their circle of competence, and the steps they take to expand it; why simplicity is so important in an age of complexity, how they use cash as a boost, and not a drag on returns, and much more.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
00:00 - Intro
02:28 - How communities—public and private—can spark better investment ideas.
07:06 - Why free cash flow yield is their north star metric.
10:09 - How to tell if value drivers are simple or deceptively complex.
14:00 - Why staying inside your circle of competence protects your downside.
19:22 - How “Fort Knox” balance sheets help survive any market storm.
28:23 - Key signals that suggest a business can sustain high ROIC.
32:56 - What truly shows management is aligned, not just insider ownership.
43:25 - The hidden risks that make many retailers dangerous investments.
53:07 - How an equity-bond lens helps compare all asset classes.
01:06:39 - When to double down on winners.
And so much more!
Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.
BOOKS AND RESOURCES
Join Clay and a select group of passionate value investors for a retreat in Big Sky, Montana. Learn more here.
Join the exclusive TIP Mastermind Community to engage in meaningful stock investing discussions with Stig, Clay, Kyle, and the other community members.
Read about The Magic Formula here.
Check out Value Investors Club here.
Check out SumZero here.
Check out MOI Global here.
Follow Kyle on X and LinkedIn.
Check out all the books mentioned and discussed in our podcast episodes here.
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Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here.
Try our tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance Tool.
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Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the best business podcasts.
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Explore the launch of Twenty One Capital, its strategic ties with Tether, SoftBank, and Cantor Fitzgerald, and how it compares to MicroStrategy or ETFs. Plus, Strike’s bold leap into secure Bitcoin lending.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
00:00 - Intro
15:29 - How Twenty One Capital was formed and why now is the right time for a Bitcoin-native public company
17:16 - What SoftBank contributes beyond funding, including possible global Bitcoin adoption strategies
19:05 - How Twenty One differentiates itself from MicroStrategy and ETFs as a Bitcoin investment vehicle
19:55 - Why “Bitcoin Per Share” is used to track performance instead of traditional fiat metrics
27:31 - The ownership structure and governance dynamics between Tether, SoftBank, and other stakeholders
28:45 - Whether and how Strike and Twenty One will collaborate, and how CEO responsibilities are managed
31:26 - How the company navigates U.S. regulatory challenges, especially with Tether’s involvement
33:07 - The roadmap for Twenty One’s operational revenue beyond holding BTC
35:02 - The thinking behind Strike’s conservative Bitcoin-backed loans and their structure
35:40 - Lessons from the collapse of other crypto lenders and how Strike avoids similar risks
42:06 - The future of interest rates, accessibility, and transparency in Strike’s lending products
49:28 - Strike’s evolving role as a Bitcoin-native financial services platform – or neobank
51:54 - How both companies aim to promote financial sovereignty while balancing ease of use
57:05 - The biggest challenges on the horizon, from regulation to competition, and how they’ll be tackled
Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.
BOOKS AND RESOURCES
Jack’s X Account.
Learn more about Jack’s company: Strike.
Check out all the books mentioned and discussed in our podcast episodes here.
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Join the exclusive TIP Mastermind Community to engage in meaningful stock investing discussions with Stig, Clay, Kyle, and the other community members.
Follow our official social media accounts: X (Twitter) | LinkedIn | | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok.
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Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here.
Try our tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance Tool.
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In this special celebratory episode, William Green spotlights some of the most important lessons from the greatest investor of all time: Warren Buffett. In honor of Buffett’s historic decision to retire after 60 years as Berkshire Hathaway’s CEO, William offers his thoughts on Buffett’s legacy & Berkshire’s future; he also shares powerful highlights from his conversations about Buffett with Joel Greenblatt, Nick Sleep, Thomas Russo, Chris Davis, Chuck Akre & Christopher Bloomstran.IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:00:00 - Intro04:20 - What makes Berkshire Hathaway’s annual meeting a joyous experience.06:13 - How Warren Buffett’s virtues & values shone through at this year’s AGM.14:51 - How he & Charlie Munger made most of their money off 8 or 9 big bets.22:41 - What Buffett taught Joel Greenblatt about buying great businesses.27:24 - What stunned Greenblatt when he finally met Buffett.33:45 - Why Chuck Akre attributes his enormous success to Buffett’s teachings.38:18 - What Thomas Russo learned from Buffett about reducing “agency risk.” 46:17 - How Buffett inspired Nick Sleep to do what he already knew was right.52:34 - Why Christopher Bloomstran thinks all CEOs should study Berkshire.1:19:54 - Why Buffett focuses relentlessly on resilience in the face of extreme risks. 1:22:48 - What principles guide Greg Abel’s philosophy of asset allocation.1:26:00 - Why Berkshire directors like Chris Davis vow to protect its unique culture.1:33:39 - How he achieved staggering success without making enemies.Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.BOOKS AND RESOURCES Join Clay and a select group of passionate value investors for a retreat in Big Sky, Montana. Learn more here. Join the exclusive TIP Mastermind Community to engage in meaningful stock investing discussions with Stig, Clay, Kyle, and the other community members. Berkshire Hathaway’s annual reports since 1995. Robert Hagstrom’s book The Warren Buffett Way. Dale Carnegie’s book How to Win Friends & Influence People. William Green’s podcast episode with Joel Greenblatt. William Green’s podcast episode with Thomas Russo. William Green’s podcast episode with Christopher Bloomstran. William Green’s podcast episode with Chris Davis. William Green’s book, “Richer, Wiser, Happier” – read the reviews of this book. Follow William Green on X. Check out all the books mentioned and discussed in our podcast episodes here. Enjoy ad-free episodes when you subscribe to our Premium Feed.NEW TO THE SHOW? Get smarter about valuing businesses in just a few minutes each week through our newsletter, The Intrinsic Value Newsletter. Check out our We Study Billionaires Starter Packs. Follow our official social media accounts: X (Twitter) | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok. Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here. Try our tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance Tool. Enjoy exclusive perks from our favorite Apps and Services. Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the best business podcasts.SPONSORSSupport our free podcast by supporting our sponsors: SimpleMining Hardblock AnchorWatch Unchained Human Rights Foundation Onramp Fundrise Vanta Netsuite ShopifyHELP US OUT!Help us reach new listeners by leaving us a rating and review on Spotify! It takes less than 30 seconds, and really helps our show grow, which allows us to bring on even better guests for you all! Thank you – we really appreciate it!Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fmSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fmSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fmLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm
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On today’s episode, Clay and Kyle give an overview of their best quality stock idea for Q2 2025. This quarter, they discuss Booking Holdings.
To our surprise, Booking Holdings is the world’s largest travel company. We explore how the company built a dominant position in Europe through its network effect, asset-light business model, and sound capital allocation decisions. We also cover Booking’s competitive advantages, financial performance, and key risks facing the business.
Clay finds Bookings Holdings to be a compelling long-term compounder, which led him to initiate a position in the company earlier this year.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
00:00 - Intro
06:42 - How Booking built its dominant position in Europe and other markets globally.
11:47 - Why Booking Holdings is one of the most dominant and profitable online travel agencies in the world.
16:59 - An overview of the competitive landscape for online travel agencies.
38:21 - Booking Holdings’ competitive advantages.
40:46 - An overview of Bookings’ management team and incentive structure.
01:00:59 - How we view Bookings’ valuation today.
And so much more!
Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.
BOOKS AND RESOURCES
Join Clay and a select group of passionate value investors for a retreat in Big Sky, Montana. Learn more here.
Join the exclusive TIP Mastermind Community to engage in meaningful stock investing discussions with Stig, Clay, Kyle, and the other community members.
Related Episode TIP698: Best Quality Idea Q1 2025 w/ Clay Finck & Kyle Grieve.
Related Episode TIP675: Best Quality Idea Q4 2024 w/ Clay Finck & Kyle Grieve.
Related Episode TIP652: Best Quality Idea Q3 2024 w/ Clay Finck & Kyle Grieve.
Related Episode TIP627: Best Quality Idea Q2 2024 w/ Clay Finck & Kyle Grieve.
Related Episode TIP604: Best Quality Idea Q1 2024 w/ Clay Finck & Kyle Grieve.
Follow Kyle on X and LinkedIn.
Follow Clay on X and LinkedIn.
Check out all the books mentioned and discussed in our podcast episodes here.
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Andy Edstrom unpacks whether Bitcoin is truly the last asymmetric bet for companies, diving into MicroStrategy's model, capital structure risks, and Bitcoin's rising institutional role.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
00:00 - Intro
03:40 - Why Michael Saylor calls Bitcoin a lifeline for “zombie companies”
05:20 - How Bitcoin’s returns compare to traditional assets over the last decade
07:10 - The strategic and accounting evolution enabling Bitcoin treasury allocations
12:00 - MicroStrategy’s premium-to-NAV strategy and its replicability
15:40 - Risks and rewards of BTC-backed leverage and convertible notes
18:05 - The logic behind “torque” metrics in Bitcoin-financed capital structures
21:10 - If preferred shares like STRK and STRF are innovative or dangerous
23:05 - Wall Street’s changing views on Bitcoin-leveraged equity plays
27:20 - Legal and governance hurdles in corporate Bitcoin adoption
29:10 - What a BTC-heavy balance sheet should do during a major drawdown
Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.
BOOKS AND RESOURCES
Andy’s X Account.
Microstrategy Shareholders’ Meeting: Q1 2025 Earnings Call.
Michael Saylor’s speech at Strategy World: Bitcoin for Corporations 2025 Keynote Speech.
Check out all the books mentioned and discussed in our podcast episodes here.
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Join the exclusive TIP Mastermind Community to engage in meaningful stock investing discussions with Stig, Clay, Kyle, and the other community members.
Follow our official social media accounts: X (Twitter) | LinkedIn | | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok.
Check out our Bitcoin Fundamentals Starter Packs.
Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here.
Try our tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance Tool.
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Get smarter about valuing businesses in just a few minutes each week through our newsletter, The Intrinsic Value Newsletter.
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In this episode, Clay and Kyle reflect on their weekend at the Berkshire Hathaway annual shareholders meeting in Omaha and play a few of their favorite clips from the Q&A session with Warren Buffett, Greg Abel, and Ajit Jain.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
00:00 - Intro
01:16 - Our thoughts on Buffett’s announced retirement of CEO at Berkshire Hathaway.
07:07 - How Warren Buffett and Greg Abel’s management style might differ as CEO.
20:03 - Why Buffett seeks to surround himself with wonderful people.
35:03 - How Buffett and Abel balance patience with acting quickly and opportunitistically.
49:31 - How Buffett and Abel view Berkshire’s investments in Japan.
01:06:05 - The most important factor to consider when investing in emerging markets.
01:10:44 - Berkshire’s recent investment activity and Buffett’s thoughts on today’s market.
And so much more!
Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.
BOOKS AND RESOURCES
Join Clay and a select group of passionate value investors for a retreat in Big Sky, Montana. Learn more here.
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