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The weekly Money Tree Investing podcast aims to help you consistently grow your wealth by letting money work for you. Each week one of our panel members interviews a special guest on topics related to money, investing, personal finance and passive income. Episodes end with a panel discussion on the content of the interview, which allows us to give you a deeper understanding of what has been said by looking at it from different perspectives. If you are ready to take control of your own financial situation, then the Money Tree Investing podcast is just the thing for you! Taken together, our expert panel has decades of experience in money matters. Add to that the valuable insights that our weekly guests will be able to provide, and you got yourself one vast source of knowledge, all available to you for free.

  1. 3D AGO

    URGENT Global Macro Developments

    Richard Duncan is here today to discuss global macro developments as he outlines a long-term macro framework, arguing that the modern global economy has shifted from traditional capitalism to a system driven by credit expansion. He explains how, since the 2008 financial crisis, government borrowing and Federal Reserve money creation have replaced the private sector as the primary engine of growth, fueling massive asset inflation and a historic surge in wealth, but also creating an "everything bubble" highly dependent on low interest rates. Duncan warns that rising inflation could push interest rates higher and trigger a collapse in asset prices and a severe recession. Richard emphasizes that the greatest systemic risk is a contraction in credit and argues that sustained investment in innovation may be the only path to outgrow the debt burden before a long-term crisis emerges. We discuss... Richard Duncan explains his macro framework, arguing the global economy shifted from gold-backed discipline to a credit-driven system after 1968. Credit expansion, rather than productivity, has been the primary driver of economic growth for decades. Globalization and trade deficits helped suppress inflation, enabling lower interest rates and more debt growth. Following the 2008 crisis, government borrowing and Federal Reserve intervention replaced the private sector as the main engine of credit expansion. Massive stimulus and quantitative easing fueled a historic surge in asset prices and household wealth. The U.S. now faces an "everything bubble," with asset valuations stretched relative to income. War in the Middle East could drive higher energy, fertilizer, and food costs, worsening global inflation. Higher rates threaten to pop the credit-fueled bubble and trigger a significant recession. Deglobalization and reshoring manufacturing would likely be highly inflationary and destabilizing to the system. Despite high debt levels, the system can continue functioning as long as credit keeps expanding. Richard suggests a future shift from "creditism" to a new system driven by artificial intelligence and exponential gains in cognition. Gold's rise is attributed both to the broader asset bubble and declining global trust in U.S. financial dominance. Central banks are increasingly accumulating gold as a hedge against geopolitical and monetary risk. The biggest overlooked risk is a contraction in credit, which could collapse the entire economic system. Duncan argues that aggressive investment in innovation and technology is key to outgrowing the debt burden. Without continued credit expansion or productive investment, the system risks a severe long-term depression. Today's Panelists: Kirk Chisholm | Innovative Wealth Phil Weiss | Apprise Wealth Management Marc Walton | Forex Mentor Pro Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast For more information, visit the full show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/urgent-global-macro-development-richard-duncan-814

    1h 21m

  2. 5D AGO

    War Investing Wisdom... Patience and Caution

    Today we're here to share some war investing wisdom with you as we deal with an unusually volatile and fragmented market environment. Distinct "market paradigms" have rapidly rotated month-to-month, creating confusion for investors as sectors behave inconsistently. Despite a strong earnings week and resilient equities, underlying concerns are building, including rising interest rates, surging energy costs, and early signs of economic slowdown that could pressure consumers and corporate margins over time. There is a growing disconnect between market performance and economic reality, warning of potential earnings compression as higher costs and weakening demand squeeze companies. Remain cautious and selective, as the market is difficult to handicap. Right now, patience may be the most prudent strategy. Today we discuss...  Markets are behaving unusually in 2026, driven more by sentiment and geopolitical events than consistent trends. War has disrupted typical market patterns, yet equities have rebounded back to all-time highs. Distinct "pre-war, war, and post-war" paradigms have created sharp, month-to-month sector rotations. Tech and semiconductors have led the recent rally, despite broader inconsistency across sectors. A major earnings week showed mixed results, with strong performance overall but clear winners and losers. Economic data signals a slowing economy, though not yet strong enough to confirm a recession. Rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions are increasing inflationary pressures and economic uncertainty. Consumers are beginning to feel pressure from higher costs, especially energy, which could impact spending. A "margin squeeze" risk is emerging as companies face rising costs and slowing revenue growth. Markets remain resilient despite weakening underlying fundamentals, creating a growing disconnect. Big Tech continues to generate strong cash flow but faces uncertainty due to heavy AI-related capital spending. Emerging markets and rate-sensitive sectors face elevated risks in the current environment. Corporate earnings quality may deteriorate through lowered expectations or financial adjustments. Housing and consumer data remain weak, signaling underlying fragility in the economy. The biggest forward risk to markets is earnings compression rather than inflation or the war itself. Seasonality and historical patterns suggest potential weakness in the coming months.   Today's Panelists: Kirk Chisholm | Innovative Wealth Douglas Heagren | Mergent College Advisors Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast For more information, visit the full show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/war-investing-wisdom-patience-and-caution-813

    51 min

  3. MAY 1

    The Space Economy... The Final Frontier

    Dylan Taylor is here to talk about the space economy. As CEO of Voyager Technologies and a commercial astronaut, he shares his journey into the space industry and outlines the rapidly evolving opportunities within it. Dylan highlights commercial space stations as a major frontier, enabling breakthroughs in microgravity research that can drive advancements in pharmaceuticals, materials science, and manufacturing by producing higher-quality inputs that improve processes back on Earth. Dylan underscores the economic and technical challenges of scaling space-based industries, the likely consolidation of space companies, and the critical role of reusable heavy-lift rockets in unlocking growth, while projecting realistic timelines for lunar return and Mars missions. Ultimately, he frames space not just as an investment frontier, but as a transformative domain that can reshape humanity's perspective and deliver meaningful benefits back on Earth.  We discuss...  Dylan Taylor shares his background as CEO of Voyager Technologies, commercial astronaut, and founder of Space for Humanity. His early fascination with space was inspired by science fiction and the idea of expanding humanity's potential. The rapid increase in satellite launches is creating massive datasets, linking space opportunities with AI-driven insights. Commercial space stations like Starlab are emerging as key platforms for research and manufacturing in microgravity. Microgravity enables higher-quality outcomes in pharmaceuticals, materials science, and fiber optics by reducing defects. Space-based research often produces intellectual property and "seed" inputs that enhance production back on Earth. Commercial space stations will operate through shared lab capacity across industries, especially biopharma. Automation, astronaut rotation, and future robotic avatars will make long-duration space experimentation more feasible. Orbital data centers are an emerging opportunity due to natural cooling and abundant solar energy. Water extraction on the moon could support fuel production and sustained human presence. Economic viability will determine the pace of lunar development and broader space commercialization. Landing and returning from the moon remain the primary technical challenges, not reaching orbit. Competition between the U.S. and China is likely to accelerate lunar exploration and development. The space industry is expected to undergo consolidation similar to early railroad expansion. Reusable, low-cost heavy-lift rockets are the key bottleneck being solved, primarily by SpaceX. Chemical rockets are highly inefficient for deep space, making nuclear propulsion a likely future solution. Human missions to Mars could realistically occur around 2030, though timelines remain uncertain. Asteroid mining is technically possible but more likely to be executed by autonomous robots than humans. Today's Panelists: Kirk Chisholm | Innovative Wealth Phil Weiss | Apprise Wealth Management Diana Perkins | Trading With Diana Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast For more information, visit the full show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/the-space-economy-dylan-taylor-812

    54 min

  4. APR 29

    IMPORTANT War Updates... The Impact of Oil

    As war continues on, we talk the impact of oil on the economy. Ongoing and often confusing geopolitical developments are driving sharp, sentiment-driven market swings. Markets initially following a "great rotation" into defensive sectors were shifting into broad selloffs during war uncertainty, and now are in a rapid "chase" back into growth and tech as investors repositioned after being caught offside. Despite strong headline earnings underlying data shows slowing economic activity, mixed sector performance, weakening housing, and uneven credit conditions, suggesting a late-cycle environment. With correlations breaking down, traditional diversification less effective, and tech valuations complicated by rising capital expenditures, caution and incremental positioning are important. We discuss...  Markets reacted sharply to conflicting war headlines, showing how sentiment, not fundamentals, is driving short-term moves. Rely on frameworks rather than predictions, since forecasting the future is inherently unreliable. Current market strength is concentrated in tech, while most other sectors remain flat or weak. Strong earnings reports are being driven in part by lowered expectations rather than true outperformance. Economic data is softening, with slowing manufacturing, services, and forward-looking business activity. Credit markets show mixed signals, with business borrowing strong but housing and consumer trends uneven. The economy appears to be in a late-cycle phase, marked by narrow growth and increased fragility. Traditional diversification is less effective as stock and bond correlations have turned positive. Big tech faces scrutiny due to rising capital expenditures and uncertain returns on AI investments. Market behavior is increasingly driven by positioning, psychology, and institutional flows. Upcoming earnings from major companies are expected to add further volatility to markets. Midterm election cycles historically bring choppy market conditions, reinforcing uncertainty. The current rally may be a temporary bounce rather than a confirmed long-term trend. Investors are encouraged to avoid chasing gains and instead scale into positions. Holding cash and waiting for clearer signals is presented as a valid strategy. Today's Panelists: Kirk Chisholm | Innovative Wealth Douglas Heagren | Mergent College Advisors Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast For more information, visit the full show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/the-impact-of-oil-811

    51 min

  5. APR 24

    Billionaire Investing Secrets For Normal People with Dan Passarelli

    Dan Passarelli joins us to share his best billionaire investing secrets as he takes us on his journey from trading on the Chicago Board Options Exchange floor to becoming an educator. He explains how options have evolved from a niche tool into a widely used strategy for investors seeking to both reduce risk and enhance returns. He emphasizes that while traditional diversification helps manage volatility, options can further "tilt the scale" by generating income and smoothing returns. We explore the common misconception that options are purely speculative, highlighting instead their flexibility for income generation, hedging, and tailoring trades to specific market views. The key takeaway is that options are powerful but nuanced tools, capable of improving long-term outcomes when used with education, risk awareness, and a structured approach. We discuss... Options have grown significantly in popularity as investors recognize their ability to enhance returns while managing risk. Risk is often measured by volatility (standard deviation), and while diversification helps, options can further reduce portfolio swings. Covered calls allow investors to generate consistent income by selling the right for others to buy their stock at a higher price. Cash-secured puts enable investors to collect premium while setting target prices to potentially buy stocks at a discount. The "wheel" strategy cycles between covered calls and cash-secured puts to continuously generate income and manage positions. Options can be used strategically for income, hedging, or directional views rather than just speculation or gambling. Complexity is a major barrier, but investors can start small, learn incrementally, and build skill over time. More advanced strategies like spreads allow similar returns with lower capital but introduce trade-offs such as capped upside. Market makers differ from retail traders by focusing on liquidity and pricing rather than directional bets. Liquidity and bid-ask spreads play a critical role in execution quality and overall profitability in options trading. The rise of meme stocks and platforms like Robinhood brought new participants into options trading, often with mixed results. While some traders treat options as speculation, disciplined investors can use them as a structured risk management tool. There is debate around whether selling options has an inherent edge due to risk premiums, though both buying and selling can be profitable. Successful options trading requires understanding trade-offs, time horizons, volatility, and personal risk tolerance. Today's Panelists: Kirk Chisholm | Innovative Wealth Barbara Friedberg | Barbara Friedberg Personal Finance Phil Weiss | Apprise Wealth Management Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast For more information, visit the full show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/billionaire-investing-secrets-for-normal-people-with-dan-passarelli-810

    1h 13m

  6. APR 22

    The WAR Is OVER??? To The Moon

    The war is over? Next we were off to the moon! Today we talk geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and their impact on global markets. Markets have reacted optimistically despite underlying economic realities such as rising inflation, delayed energy shocks, and weakening global growth that have yet to fully materialize. Market movements are currently driven more by sentiment and positioning than fundamentals, with unusual sector reversals and shifting correlations adding to the complexity. Patience and caution are always the most important thing: markets are overstretched, earnings reactions matter more than the results themselves, and delayed economic impacts are likely to surface in coming months, meaning investors should focus on how markets respond to new information rather than blindly chasing momentum. We discuss... Reports of a ceasefire and the Strait of Hormuz reopening have boosted market optimism, though confirmation remains unclear. Markets have rallied sharply, pricing in a best-case scenario despite limited improvement in underlying fundamentals. Energy markets remain volatile, with oil shocks expected to impact the global economy with a delayed effect. Emerging markets are facing greater strain due to reliance on energy imports and policy responses like subsidies and rationing. Inflation pressures are rising again, driven largely by energy costs and sector-specific factors. Global growth expectations are being revised lower, with downside risks increasing amid geopolitical uncertainty. Market behavior has shifted from fear-driven to misaligned, where optimism is outpacing economic reality. Sector performance has flipped compared to pre-war trends, with previous leaders now lagging and vice versa. Correlations between asset classes have tightened, reflecting stress and leverage in the system rather than normal rotation. The market is acting as a forward-looking mechanism, already pricing in expected future disruptions. Earnings season should be evaluated based on market reaction rather than headline results. Delayed economic impacts, especially from energy supply chains, are expected to show up in future quarters. Labor market data shows cooling job and wage growth, adding pressure alongside rising costs. Consumer spending is slowing, which could weigh on corporate profits moving forward. Rapid market gains have created overbought conditions, increasing the risk of consolidation or pullback. Investor positioning and short-covering have contributed to the recent rally. Caution is advised against chasing momentum, particularly in an overstretched market. Market conditions remain messy and difficult to interpret, with few clear trends emerging.   Today's Panelists: Kirk Chisholm | Innovative Wealth Douglas Heagren | Mergent College Advisors Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast For more information, visit the full show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/the-war-is-over-809

    51 min

  7. APR 17

    Investing In Real Estate With AI Science

    Neal Bawa is here today to discuss the investing intersection of real estate with ai science. Neil explains how he transitioned from a tech career into real estate by applying data science to identify high-performing markets, emphasizing that factors like job growth, population growth, income growth, home price trends, and crime reduction can significantly improve investment outcomes. He outlines how his team uses advanced analytics and AI tools to rank cities, analyze deals, and uncover insights that humans often miss, while also integrating AI deeply into company operations through structured systems like EOS. He highlights selective opportunities in distressed multifamily assets and emerging areas like senior housing, while cautioning that single-family and industrial assets remain expensive. We discuss...  Neil Bawa transitioned from tech to real estate, using it as a tax-efficient path to build long-term wealth. Key drivers of real estate performance include job growth, population growth, income growth, home price trends, and crime reduction. He developed a data-driven system to rank U.S. cities and identify high-performing markets like Madera, California. AI is deeply integrated into his company, with employees required to use it daily and contribute to building internal tools. AI improves efficiency and insight generation, even if it occasionally makes calculation errors. He expects modest interest rate declines in 2026, with mortgage rates around 6–6.3%. Home prices are likely to remain flat or grow slightly (1–2%) due to improving supply and demand dynamics. The "lock-in effect" from ultra-low pandemic-era mortgages has constrained housing supply and prevented price declines. As rates ease, more sellers and buyers are expected to re-enter the market, balancing prices. Multifamily real estate saw price declines with rising rates, unlike the single-family market. Distressed multifamily deals present niche opportunities, especially in overleveraged markets. The office sector is likely near a bottom, with gradual recovery driven by return-to-office trends and limited new supply. Private credit is growing but carries elevated risk, requiring careful selection of managers. Real estate overall is in a transitional phase after several challenging years, particularly for commercial sectors. Today's Panelists: Kirk Chisholm | Innovative Wealth Barbara Friedberg | Barbara Friedberg Personal Finance Marc Walton | Forex Mentor Pro Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast For more information, visit the full show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/real-estate-with-ai-science-neal-bawa-808

    53 min

  8. APR 15

    War Updates… Patience and Caution

    Today we have war updates... patience and caution are needed as we focus on recent headlines. From inflation data and Fed commentary to geopolitical tensions and a temporary ceasefire, there has been surprisingly little lasting impact on markets. Underlying market weakness existed before the war and the conflict has mainly reshuffled sector performance leaving markets stuck in a fragile, uncertain range. While some areas like energy, materials, and staples showed prior strength, others such as software and parts of financials remain weak. Conflicting signals from interest rates, the dollar, and inflation expectations, along with continued volatility driven by political narratives rather than fundamentals, make it difficult to form a high-conviction outlook.  We discuss...  Markets largely ignored major news on inflation, Fed policy, and geopolitics, suggesting underlying uncertainty and indecision. The market was already weakening before the war, meaning the conflict mainly shifted trends rather than creating new ones. Current price action reflects a choppy trading range with no clear directional trend emerging. Software and parts of technology remain notably weak, even compared to pre-war levels. Semiconductor stocks have held up better, creating divergence within the tech sector. Financials are showing signs of stress, partly due to concerns around private credit and hidden risks. Lack of transparency in financial system exposures poses a greater risk than the size of the problem itself. The yield curve is flattening, reducing profitability for banks and signaling potential economic pressure. Interest rates, the dollar, and inflation expectations are sending mixed and unreliable signals. Oil price dynamics and futures markets suggest expectations of declining prices despite short-term spikes. Inflation impacts from higher energy costs may not be fully felt for several months. Geopolitical developments, particularly involving Trump's negotiation style, add unpredictability to market behavior. Sitting in cash is a valid strategy in uncertain environments despite inflation concerns. Missing small upside moves is preferable to being exposed to sudden market drawdowns. Elevated valuations and lingering macro risks suggest markets may not be as stable as they appear. Relief rallies can occur even while underlying economic and market stress persists. There are currently very few high-conviction investment opportunities across markets. Today's Panelists: Kirk Chisholm | Innovative Wealth Douglas Heagren | Mergent College Advisors Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast For more information, visit the full show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/war-updates-patience-and-caution

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The weekly Money Tree Investing podcast aims to help you consistently grow your wealth by letting money work for you. Each week one of our panel members interviews a special guest on topics related to money, investing, personal finance and passive income. Episodes end with a panel discussion on the content of the interview, which allows us to give you a deeper understanding of what has been said by looking at it from different perspectives. If you are ready to take control of your own financial situation, then the Money Tree Investing podcast is just the thing for you! Taken together, our expert panel has decades of experience in money matters. Add to that the valuable insights that our weekly guests will be able to provide, and you got yourself one vast source of knowledge, all available to you for free.

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    Money Tree Investing Podcast
  • Years Active
    2014 - 2026
  • Episodes
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