Got money questions? We’ve got answers. Join Ben Carlson, Duncan Hill, and a rotating lineup of financial pros as they break down your biggest questions about investing, markets, and personal finance. Ben is a leading financial writer and the Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz. Duncan is a podcast producer and the Director of Creative Media at The Compound.
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Best Investment Right Now: Stocks, Bonds or Cash?
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On episode 238 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson and Duncan Hill discuss how to prepare for a potential government debt crisis, choosing between stocks, bonds and cash, ho
Sep 2 34 min
When Should You Sell Your Stocks?
On episode 237 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson, Bill Sweet and Duncan Hill discuss the most important things investors should know before buying stocks, how to transfer
Aug 26 42 min
When Will the Stock Market Crash Again?
On episode 236 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson and Duncan Hill discuss whether market crashes are a thing of the past, planning for longevity risk, stocks vs. real estat
Aug 19 35 min
How Do You Invest Without Paying Taxes?
On episode 235 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson, Duncan Hill, and Bill Sweet discuss where housing is most expensive, which investments to sell first, AI’s impact on home
Aug 12 42 min
Is Buying a Home Still a Good Investment?
On episode 234 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson, Duncan Hill, and Jack Raines tackle your investing and financial planning questions, including the financial advice they'
Aug 5 32 min
When Should You Turn Bearish on the Stock Market?
On episode 233 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson, Duncan Hill, and Josh Brown tackle your investing and financial planning questions, including whether Shake Shack's recen
Jul 29 49 min
What Are the Two Main Risks Right Now?
On episode 232 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson is joined by Jurrien Timmer to discuss: whether the Magnificent 7's recent underperformance is a healthy sign of broader m
Jul 22 38 min
Can Your Portfolio Survive Market Timing?
On episode 231 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson, Taylor Hollis, and Duncan Hill answer your investing and financial planning questions, including whether the world's wors
Jul 15 31 min
The 3 Best Inflation Hedges
On episode 230 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson, Duncan Hill, and Bill Sweet discuss whether retirees and wealthy investors own too many bonds, the best way to sell stock
Jul 8 40 min
Is $1 Million Still Considered Rich?
On episode 229 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson, Duncan Hill and Bill Sweet discuss: whether $1 million still makes you rich, how to prioritize saving with a baby on the
Jul 1 38 min
Can You Retire on $1.5 Million?
On episode 228 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson and Duncan Hill discuss: whether an AI bubble crash or market correction would be a buying opportunity for U.S. stocks, ho
Jun 24 32 min
Will Retiring Baby Boomers Crash the Stock Market?
On episode 227 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson, Duncan Hill and Bill Sweet discuss: staying in shape while raising young kids and balancing family life, using Married Fi
Jun 17 48 min
How Do You Sell Your Stocks Without a Big Tax Hit?
On episode 226 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson, Duncan Hill and Bill Sweet answer questions about selling highly appreciated stocks, figuring out your retirement number,
Jun 10 42 min
Is an AI Bubble Inevitable?
On episode 225 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson discusses: the SpaceX IPO and whether it's a threat to index fund investors, the potential market impact of AI-driven job
Jun 3 32 min
Should the Bottom 50% Pay Taxes?
On episode 224 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson, Ritholtz Wealth CFO Bill Sweet and Duncan Hill discuss: whether it’s time to sell energy stocks before the next oil crash
May 27 41 min
Is It Time to Sell Some Stocks?
On episode 223 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson and Duncan Hill discuss: energy stocks vs. the S&P 500, building the perfect portfolio, overcoming the fear of investing a
May 20 31 min
Why Is the Stock Market Going Up?
On episode 222 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson and Duncan Hill are joined by Ritholtz CFO Bill Sweet to discuss: if this market makes sense, S&P 500 returns, value added
May 13 38 min
U.S. Debt Is Near $40T. Should Investors Be Worried?
On episode 221 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson and Duncan Hill are joined by Ritholtz CIO Barry Ritholtz to discuss: debt, finding money happiness, how to invest $100k c
May 6 38 min
Do Valuations Still Matter?
On episode 220 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson and Duncan Hill discuss: how much diversification is necessary, does the CAPE ration still exist, how do bond ladders work
Apr 29 33 min
What Does It Take to Retire at 55?
On episode 219 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson, Duncan Hill and Jonathan Novy discuss: helping your kids save money, life insurance, how to retire in 10 years, withdrawi
Apr 22 38 min
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Short form and very informative! I listen to all TCAF offerings! Great conversation and insights.
Duncan: “I think you can thank anybody for anything.” Classic response! I enjoy the show and look forward to each episode/topic.
WayneRatio · Oct 2024
Love the show (great team Ben & Duncan + all the guests) and the range of the advices you give. All the way from people who have won the game to people who are struggling to make a decision that could change their life completely.
Oct161976 · Aug 2024
Such a terrific show that I never miss. I love the way they break down questions of all different complexities with empathy and practical advice. Ben provides terrific insight and when it’s an area he doesn’t feel as comfortable he doesn’t hesitate to bring in experts who know more. Ben and Duncan have a great interaction and it makes the show exceedingly enjoyable for someone who likes personal finance and investing.
WxCHS · Aug 2023
Always great information from hosts and guests, and the folks at The Compound & Animal Spirits are all pretty funny in their own ways. The conversational nature of the episodes and often hilarious banter between Josh, Michael, Ben, and Duncan make it one of my favorite shows. I’d wager hanging out with them would be a blast.
Rockytopman77 · Aug 2023
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