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Ben CarlsonEvery podcast appearance, updated as new ones drop

co-host of Animal Spirits

Most recently spotted 39 days ago on “Hawaii Retirement Show”.
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Tracked from 20 Feb 2020 to 23 Jun 2026

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  • Ep.#115: Risk & Reward with Ben Carlson, Timeless Investing Lessons

    In this episode of The Hawaii Retirement Show, host Jason Cutitta, CFP® is joined by Ben Carlson, CFA, Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management, co-host of the Animal Spirits podcast, and author of Risk & Reward . Ben joins the show to discuss timeless investing lessons around risk, diversification, market history, investor behavior, and long-term decision-making. The conversation covers why simple investing is not always easy, the difference between investing and gambling, the role of rebalancing and diversification, and why the stock market and the economy do not always move together. Jason and Ben also discuss how these lessons apply to retirees and pre-retirees who need to invest through retirement while balancing growth, income, and risk. Ben's Book: Risk & Reward Ben's Blog, A Wealth of Common Sense : https://www.awealthofcommonsense.com Website: https://www.hiretirementshow.com Email Us: aloha@hiretirementshow.com

  • The Hidden Cost of Playing It Safe with Your Money with Ben Carlson

    The biggest investing mistake isn't losing money, it's never giving your money the chance to grow. Ben Carlson joins Andrew to reveal the hidden cost of playing it safe, why volatility isn't the enemy, and how investors quietly sabotage their long-term wealth without realizing it. 👉 Join Andrew's FREE Masterclass The Portfolio Pyramid: https://event.webinarjam.com/q05p7/register/q05p7b65?webinar_id=24 What You'll Learn in This Episode Why the biggest risk for most investors is actually being too conservative How market volatility creates long-term wealth opportunities The hidden cost of waiting for the "perfect" time to invest Why diversification is still one of the most powerful risk-management tools How to think about risk differently in your 30s, 40s, and 50s The investing mistake that can permanently damage your wealth-building journey Why investor behavior matters more than finding the perfect portfolio How to build a strategy you can actually stick with through market downturns Lessons from the Great Depression, the Dot-Com Bubble, and today's AI boom Why "good enough" is often better than chasing the perfect investment plan Start Here Join the community built to help you master your money, stay accountable, and reach financial freedom. 👉 Try Master Money Academy FREE for 7 days today! https://mastermoney.co/join/ 👉 Join Andrew’s FREE Investing for Beginners Masterclass https://event.webinarjam.com/q05p7/register/0o8z9io?webinar_id=21 👉 Join The Master Money Newsletter where you will become smarter with your money in 5 minutes or less per week Here! https://expert-hustler-605.ck.page/6aa7bb9a79 Partner Deals Indeed → Get a $75 sponsored job credit http://Indeed.com/personalfinance Policygenius → Free life insurance quote http://policygenius.com Chime → Get more rewarding fee-free banking at https://www.chime.com/PFP Monarch Money → The all-in-one financial tool + Get 50% Off at http://www.monarch.com/PFP Shopify → Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at http://shopify.com/pfp Wayfair → Up to 60% off | MEMORIAL DAY WAREHOUSE CLEAROUT http://wayfair.com DeleteMe → 20% off with code PFP https://joindeleteme.com/PFP20/ Watch Next Should You Buy Into IPOs (SpaceX, Anthropic, or Open AI) ⁠ https://youtu.be/e8r5h7RkOyo ⁠ This is THE BIGGEST RISK to Your Retirement Portfolio ⁠ https://youtu.be/7gXKEy66-bA ⁠ Connect with Ben Carlson Website: https://awealthofcommonsense.com Podcast: Animal Spirits https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/animal-spirits-podcast/id1310192007 Book: Risk and Reward <a href="https://awealthofcommonsens

  • Risk and Reward with Ben Carlson
    Aligned Money Show

    We focused on exploring the behavioral and emotional dimensions of investing, personal risk profile frameworks, investment decision-making trade-offs, and the importance of simplicity in financial planning., with Ben Carlson, CFA, and Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management. Listen to hear a difference-making tip on the simplicity in your finances! You can learn more about Ben at AWealthOfCommonSense.com, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Get your copy of Risk and Reward here: https://amzn.to/4vitXOo Feeling busy but unfulfilled? The Meaningful Few helps you identify what truly matters, elim...

  • How Content Drives Growth, Trust, and Client Acquisition with Ben Carlson
    Next Mile

    Episode 149: This week, Kyle Van Pelt talks with Ben Carlson, Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management. Ben is the author of five books on investing, including his newest, Risk and Reward. He's the creator of the blog A Wealth of Common Sense and co-host of the Animal Spirits podcast. Ben talks with Kyle about how content has become a powerful engine for growth, clarity, credibility, and connection. He discusses the value of consistency, how to structure content for different generations, and why showing up to solve client problems before they even arise builds an enduring business. Ben also talks about why in-person connection still matters in a digital-first world and how AI is changing the advisor-client dynamic. In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (01:07) - Ben's money moment (03:45) - How content became a growth engine for institutional business (05:19) - Inside Ben’s content creation process (07:13) - Why Ben started blogging (09:13) - Why blogging became Ben’s medium of choice (10:15) - Why podcasts create a stronger audience connection (12:06) - How Ritholtz approaches content strategy (17:03) - How Ben came up with the idea for his book (24:10) - Future Proof: Building a conference that almost never happened (27:08) - Why in-person experiences matter more than ever (31:11) - Ben's outlook on the future of wealth management (35:12) - Ben's Milemarker Minute Key Takeaways Create before you're ready and keep going longer than feels comfortable. Most content starts in silence. The early phase, where no one is watching, is actually an advantage. It lets you refine your voice without pressure. Consistency compounds, even when feedback doesn't. Make complexity understandable, not simplified. Clients don't need jargon. They need clarity. The ability to explain complex ideas in plain language is a competitive advantage, especially in industries built on trust. You can't predict what will resonate. So, publish anyway. The best strategy isn't perfection. It's volume, variety, and consistency. Play the long game with audience building. People don't convert overnight. They show up after years of listening, reading, and observing, often triggered by a life event. Content builds familiarity long before action. Quotes "Whatever format you use for content, make sure it's something that you enjoy first and do it for yourself first and foremost before thinking about trying to build an audience or build a brand." ~ Ben Carlson "You never really know what piece of content is going to resonate with someone. You never really know what will work and what will not. And that's why I think casting such a wide net is helpful." ~ Ben Carlson "No piece of technology is ever going to help people get more comfortable with the 'Am I going to be okay' question. That's what everyone wants to know when they get advice." ~ Ben Carlson Links Ben Carlson on LinkedIn Ritholtz Wealth Management Risk and Reward Michael Batnick Joshua Brown

  • #315: How to Invest Through Booms, Busts & Bubbles (w/ Ben Carlson)
    Stock Club

    This week, Mike sits down with investor and author Ben Carlson to discuss the habits, mindsets, and mistakes that define successful investing. We start with the two variables Ben believes matter more than anything else: your time horizon and your risk profile. While most investors focus on picking the right stocks, Ben argues that understanding your willingness, need, and ability to take risk is far more important and often the difference between staying the course and making costly mistakes. From there, we talk market history. Ben explains why studying past booms and busts isn't about predicting the future but understanding the range of outcomes markets are capable of producing. History teaches us how quickly sentiment can swing from euphoria to panic and why investors should always expect the unexpected. We also tackle one of investing's most persistent temptations: market timing. Ben argues that trying to jump in and out of markets introduces more problems than it solves, creating a psychological battle that's incredibly difficult to win consistently. To combat the temptation, Ben proposes his concept of a "fun account"—setting aside a small portion of your portfolio for speculation, trading, crypto, or whatever scratches your investing itch. Done correctly, it can help investors stay disciplined with the other 90% of their wealth while learning just how difficult it is to outperform a simple buy-and-hold strategy. With AI stocks soaring and trillion-dollar IPOs dominating headlines, we naturally have to talk today's market environment. Ben reflects on how technological revolutions have always created uncertainty, why comparing today's AI boom to previous market manias is both useful and dangerous, and why keeping an open mind remains essential for investors. He also explores why markets seem to move faster than ever before. Finally, Ben explains why optimism may be an investor's most important asset. While crashes, recessions, and bear markets are inevitable, long-term investing ultimately requires a belief that businesses, economies, and human innovation will continue moving forward. Psssst…. We don’t think you’ll want to miss this year’s Investicon. Grab your early bird tickets now: https://www.investicon.ie/ Prophet, MyWallSt's latest investing service, is focused on delivering market-beating in less than 5 minutes a month. Click here to join now or email frank@mywallst.com for a deal. Become a successful investor by checking out all the content MyWallSt has to offer: 📩 Email us: pod@mywallst.com 📚 Learn the fundamentals of investing by downloading our free Learn app: https://bit.ly/3DXPOz7 💻 Keep updated on stock market news by visiting our blog: https://mywallst.com/blog/ 🎧 Tune in to our podcast Stock Club to stay updated on weekly news: https://mywallst.com/stock-investment-podcast/ 🎉 Follow MyWallSt on social: ❌ X: @MyWallStHQ 💃 TikTok: @MyWallSt 📸 Instagram: @MyWallSt 🖥️ Facebook: @MyWallSt 👔 LinkedIn: MyWallSt 00:00 Intro02:47 Time Horizon And Risk06:20 Why Market Timing Fails11:46 The Fun Account Idea20:22 Trillion Dollar IPOs 21:39 Promo 23:49 Ben on Space X’s IPO28:41 Why Markets Move Faster35:13 Importance of Optimism44:01 Preparing For Big Drawdowns

  • 325. Ben Carlson: common sense rules for the perfect portfolio

    Ben Carlson is one of the most respected voices in personal finance and investing. He is the author of Risk and Reward, Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management, and creator of the widely acclaimed blog A Wealth of Common Sense. In this episode, we discuss risk, returns, inflation, bonds, stocks, and investor psychology. We explore why risk is the unavoidable price investors must pay to achieve higher returns, how to live with market uncertainty, and what it truly means to invest with a long-term perspective. We talk about the famous “Bob, the world's worst market timer”, the importance of staying committed to your investment plan even when the urge to act is strongest, and how to build a portfolio capable of withstanding the changes and crises of the coming decades. We also discuss AI, markets at all-time highs, elevated valuations, and the challenges investors face in an environment that is becoming increasingly fast-paced, complex, and noisy. This episode is packed with practical insights, timeless reflections, and lessons in common sense from one of the world’s most respected financial educators. 📖 Risk and Reward by Ben Carlson: https://amzn.to/4fM5Lig Prodotto e distribuito da Corax. 00:00 Why does doing nothing feel so irresponsible — even when it's the smartest move? 01:21 Risk and Reward: why risk is the most important word in investing 04:11 The pendulum between fear of volatility and fear of missing out 09:53 Passive investing is not lazy. It's the hardest work you'll ever do 18:01 Recency bias: why your brain is wired to repeat the last trade forever 25:20 The best inflation hedge nobody talks about: a good job 35:36 OpenAI, Anthropic, SpaceX IPOs: should index investors be worried? 39:37 One rule to survive the next decade: less is more 🔔 Segui The Bull per non perdere i prossimi episodi! Vuoi rimanere aggiornato sui mercati? Ogni domenica mattina la newsletter di The Bull: analisi dei mercati, letture consigliate e i rendimenti degli indici principali. Iscriviti gratis qui ! 📲 Ascolta “The Bull” su YouTube, Apple Podcasts e su tutte le altre piattaforme dedicate! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • 325. Ben Carlson: regole di buon senso per il portafoglio perfetto

    Ben Carlson è una delle voci più autorevoli della finanza personale e degli investimenti. Autore di Risk and Reward, direttore dell’Institutional Asset Management presso Ritholtz Wealth Management e creatore del celebre blog A Wealth of Common Sense. In questa puntata parliamo di rischio, rendimento, inflazione, obbligazioni, azioni e psicologia dell’investitore. Esploriamo perché il rischio sia il prezzo inevitabile da pagare per ottenere rendimenti superiori, come convivere con l’incertezza dei mercati e cosa significhi davvero investire con una prospettiva di lungo periodo. Discutiamo del celebre "Bob, il peggior market timer del mondo", dell’importanza di restare fedeli al proprio piano anche quando la tentazione di agire è più forte, e di come costruire un portafoglio in grado di resistere ai cambiamenti e alle crisi dei prossimi decenni. Parliamo inoltre di AI, mercati ai massimi storici, valutazioni elevate e delle sfide che attendono gli investitori in un contesto sempre più veloce, complesso e rumoroso. Un episodio ricco di spunti pratici, riflessioni senza tempo e lezioni di buon senso da uno dei divulgatori finanziari più apprezzati al mondo. 📖 Risk and Reward di Ben Carlson (attualmente disponibile solo in inglese): https://amzn.to/4fM5Lig Prodotto e distribuito da Corax. 00:00 Il mercato sembra una bolla. Come si investe adesso? 01:35 Rischio e rendimento: perché non puoi avere uno senza l'altro 04:03 Il pendolo emotivo che distrugge i portafogli 10:21 Perché non fare nulla è il gesto più coraggioso che puoi fare 18:35 Il bias che ti fa comprare ai massimi e vendere ai minimi (e non te ne accorgi) 25:42 La miglior copertura dall'inflazione? Non è l'oro 36:13 OpenAI e SpaceX si quotano: cosa succede ai fondi indicizzati? 40:16 L'unica regola per sopravvivere al prossimo decennio 🔔 Segui The Bull per non perdere i prossimi episodi! Vuoi rimanere aggiornato sui mercati? Ogni domenica mattina la newsletter di The Bull: analisi dei mercati, letture consigliate e i rendimenti degli indici principali. Iscriviti gratis qui ! 📲 Ascolta “The Bull” su YouTube, Apple Podcasts e su tutte le altre piattaforme dedicate! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • The Truth About Market Timing, Crashes, and Long-Term Investing with Ben Carlson

    What’s the secret to investing? According to Ben Carlson (CFA, Ritholtz Wealth Management), the “secret” is that there isn’t one—building wealth is mostly about time, consistency, and letting compounding do the heavy lifting. In this conversation, Ben breaks down why the lottery-ticket approach and constant market timing are usually a losing game, even for smart people. We also dig into how the stock market and the economy don’t always move together, why macro data is hard to use in real time, and what history can teach us about surviving the worst-case scenarios (like the Great Depression). Ben shares a practical way to think about diversification, how to avoid extremes (including the Japan bubble example), and why having rules—an investing “policy statement”—can keep your emotions from wrecking your results. What You Will Learn Why the “secret to investing” is there is no secret—and why that’s good news The hidden trap of market timing: you have to be right twice Why the stock market and the economy can diverge What the Great Depression and Japan’s bubble teach about time horizon & diversification How rules and automation can protect you from emotional decisions Timestamps 00:14 — Ben Carlson, Ritholtz Wealth Management & his book Risk and Reward 00:57 — “What’s the secret to investing?” 02:26 — Market timing temptation 04:01 — “Worst market timer” story: investing at peaks and still compounding over time 05:03 — Cash as a “gateway drug” & the psychological toll of timing 07:15 — The Great Depression: the worst crash and what long-term returns still show 10:10 — Why studying market history matters 14:3 6 — Stock market vs economy 23:16 — Japan’s bubble & what it teaches about extremes and global diversification 38:15 — Rules, automation, and an “investment policy statement” to manage emotions Resources Mentioned The Value Spotlight Newsletter: ⁠ https://einvestingforbeginners.com/value-spotlight-newsletter ⁠ / Have questions or want your story featured? Email the show at ⁠ newsletter@einvestingforbeginners.com ⁠ or comment below. Your feedback shapes the podcast! Remember, invest with a margin of safety—emphasis on the safety. Have a great week, and we’ll talk to you next time. Timestamps are generated by artificial intelligence, and are not 100% accurate depending on the platform used for listening. ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Today’s show is sponsored by: Download the Plynk app today to start building your investing confidence. https://plynkinvest.app.link/plynkifb2026 Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SHOPIFY.COM/beginners⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to start selling with Shopify today.⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.shopify.com/beginners ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Upgrade your wardrobe with Quince to get high-quality, luxury essentials at a fraction of the cost by visiting ⁠ https://quince.com/beginners<

  • 'Risk & Reward' with Ben Carlson: How to Stay Invested Through Market Chaos
    Dividend Stockpile

    In this episode of Dividend Stockpile, we’re joined by one of the most respected voices in investing and behavioral finance, Ben Carlson, to discuss his brand new #1 bestselling book, Risk & Reward. Ben is the Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management, co-host of the incredibly popular Animal Spirits podcast and Ask the Compound YouTube channel, author of the widely followed blog A Wealth of Common Sense, and writer of five investing books focused on helping everyday investors build long-term wealth.In our conversation, Ben shares what inspired him to write Risk & Reward and why understanding the relationship between risk, volatility, and long-term returns is one of the most important lessons investors can learn. We dive into timeless investing principles like staying invested during market turbulence, diversification, emotional discipline, and learning to embrace volatility as part of the wealth-building process rather than something to fear.We also discuss:• The biggest emotional mistakes investors make during market declines• Why patience and long-term thinking matter more than ever• Historical examples that reinforce the power of staying invested• How dividend income and portfolio cash flow can help investors stay disciplined• The risks of chasing high yields in uncertain markets• Practical portfolio management habits that reduce stress and improve decision making• How to tune out financial media noise and focus on long-term goalsWhether you’re a dividend investor, ETF investor, retiree, or simply trying to become a better long-term investor, this conversation is packed with valuable insights and practical wisdom from one of the best financial communicators in the industry today.Follow Ben and order Ben's book - Risk & Reward here: https://awealthofcommonsense.com/If you enjoy the interview, make sure to like, subscribe, and share the video with fellow investors looking to navigate market volatility with more confidence and clarity.If you want a better way to track your dividend portfolio, try Snowball Analytics! Here is my referral link (no added cost to you): https://snowball-analytics.com/register/dividendstockpileor you can use my promo code: DIVIDENDSTOCKPILE.

  • Ben Carlson: Investing at All-Time Highs

    In this episode, we are joined by Ben Carlson, Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management and author of Risk & Reward, for a wide-ranging conversation about market history, investor psychology, and the realities of long-term investing. Ben brings his trademark blend of data-driven thinking and plainspoken storytelling to topics like market crashes, inflation, diversification, and why investors are so tempted to time the market. We explore the lessons from Japan's historic asset bubble, the lingering impact of the Great Depression, and why diversification remains one of the few true free lunches in investing. Ben also explains the difference between volatility and risk, why the stock market is not the economy, and how investor behavior—not market performance—is often the biggest determinant of success. Along the way, we discuss inflation hedges, lost decades, speculative behavior, and the psychological challenge of staying invested through inevitable downturns. Key Points From This Episode: (0:00:20) Introducing Ben Carlson, his new book Risk & Reward, and his long-running blog A Wealth of Common Sense. (0:03:16) Why investors shouldn't panic about investing at all-time highs. (0:03:58) The Japanese bubble and crash as one of history's biggest market anomalies. (0:05:39) Why Japan's long-term returns look very different when viewed over 50 years. (0:06:27) Lessons from the Great Depression and the worst stock market crash in U.S. history. (0:07:43) Why the best long-term returns often follow the worst crashes. (0:08:53) The role of diversification and self-awareness in managing portfolio risk. (0:09:55) Defining investment success by achieving personal goals—not beating benchmarks. (0:10:42) Why inflation feels so painful psychologically for investors and households. (0:11:42) Ben's three favorite long-term inflation hedges: human capital, housing, and stocks. (0:13:47) Why market timing is psychologically seductive—and so difficult to execute successfully. (0:15:00) Why handling losses is the single most important skill in investing. (0:16:13) How devastating the economic side of the Great Depression really was. (0:18:49) What policymakers learned from the Great Depression and 2008. (0:20:39) The difference between recessionary and non-recessionary bear markets. (0:21:52) Why the biggest up days and down days tend to cluster together in bear markets. (0:23:18) Preparing for inevitable bear markets with a durable long-term plan. (0:25:07) Why the stock market and the economy can diverge dramatically. (0:28:10) The difference between volatility and risk—and why risk is often personal. (0:29:37) Why comparing the stock market to a casino is fundamentally wrong. (0:31:55) How modern investing platforms encourage speculative behavior. (0:33:18) How extreme Japan's 1980s asset bubble became before collapsing. (0:35:43) The most important diversification lessons from Japan's lost decades. (0:37:39) How common "lost decades" actually are in stock market history. (0:40:58) Three dimensions of diversification: geography, asset class, and strategy. (0:41:53) Why there is no perfect portfolio—only the right portfolio for you. (0:42:52) Common ways investors lose money in markets. (0:44:03) Why investors should be skeptical of billionaire market predictions. (0:45:57) Ben's evolving definition of success an

  • Ben Carlson, CFA: Risk, Reward, and the Real Price of Long-Term Investing

    In this episode of Enterprising Investor , Ben Carlson, CFA, director of institutional asset management at Ritholtz Wealth Management, co-host of the Animal Spirits podcast, and author of Risk and Reward: How to Handle Market Volatility and Build Long-Term Wealth , joins Mike Wallberg, CFA, to discuss why volatility is the unavoidable price of higher returns. Drawing on market history, behavioral finance, and real-world investing examples, Carlson explores the challenges of market timing, inflation, and portfolio construction, while highlighting the habits that help investors stay disciplined through uncertainty. For investment practitioners, the conversation offers valuable insights into managing client expectations, communicating complex concepts in accessible ways, and designing portfolios that clients can stick with over the long term. Carlson also shares lessons from Warren Buffett, the financial crisis, and his own experience working with institutional investors and wealth management clients. Listen to the episode to learn how a long-term perspective can help investors navigate market turbulence and build lasting wealth.

  • He Studied Every Bear Market Since 1929 | Ben Carlson on How the Worst Starting Point Still Made 8%
    Excess Returns

    Ben Carlson joins Excess Returns to discuss his new book Risk and Reward and the biggest lessons investors can learn from market history. We cover how to think about risk, inflation, market timing, bear markets, lost decades, diversification, compounding and why surviving volatility is the key to building long-term wealth. Ben's Book https://amzn.to/4dFHsQz Ben Carlson on X https://x.com/awealthofcs Ben's Blog https://awealthofcommonsense.com/ Main topics covered: Why risk is hard to define and always involves trade-offs How vivid risks like sharks and headlines distort investor decision-making Why doing nothing can be one of the hardest parts of investing How inflation should be viewed through personal finance, human capital and long-term investing Why stocks can be an inflation hedge even if they struggle during inflation spikes Why waiting for the market coast to clear often fails What the world’s worst market timer teaches about saving and staying invested How loss aversion shapes investor behavior What the Great Depression, bear markets and 30-year returns teach about long-term investing Why there is no perfect portfolio and the best strategy is one you can actually stick with Timestamps: 00:00 Ben Carlson on why risk and reward are attached 06:35 Doing nothing, action bias and better investing behavior 11:51 Inflation psychology and lessons from the 1970s 16:55 Why stocks can hedge inflation over the long run 21:07 Why waiting for the coast to clear is a market timing trap 26:30 Time horizons, loss aversion and portfolio behavior 31:49 Government rescue, left-tail risk and unintended consequences 35:54 Recessionary vs non-recessionary bear markets 42:09 Why the stock market and economy can diverge 47:24 Why compounding is about holding, not trading 51:37 Starting valuations, lost decades and future returns 55:40 Risk, reward and the biggest lesson for investors

  • The Big Long: Risk and Reward With Ben Carlson
    Trillions

    What if you invested at literally the worst possible moments in market history? According to Ben Carlson, the co-host of the Animal Spirits podcast and an advisor at Ritholtz Wealth Management, even the world's worst market timer could still become a millionaire. Carlson's new book, Risk & Reward, explores why long-term investing remains so psychologically difficult. On this episode of Trillions, Eric Balchunas and Joel Weber speak with Carlson about his new book, which implores you to stop panicking and just stay the course. They discuss the genius of boring index funds, "fun accounts" as a behavioral release valve, whether buffer ETFs are financial Xanax and how the ETF wrapper may help turn tax efficiency into the new alpha. They also drill into Carlson's other big launch: Goaltender (GTND), a new ETF from Ritholtz, and go over why wealth managers are becoming ETF issuers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • How Long-Term Investors Actually Think About Risk with Ben Carlson

    #279: Learn to handle market volatility and build long-term wealth in a world dominated by AI disruption, market fear, inflation concerns, and nonstop financial noise. Chris and Ben discuss why investing remains psychologically difficult, how to think about global diversification, when to reevaluate your portfolio, and the risks most investors still overlook. Ben Carlson is the Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management and the author of five books on investing, including his newest, Risk and Reward . He's the creator of the blog A Wealth of Common Sense and co-host of the Animal Spirits podcast. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/risk-market-volatility-ben-carlson Partner Deals Thrive Market: ⁠30% off your first order of organic groceries + a free $60 gift Upwork: ⁠Free job posting to find, hire, and pay top freelance talent DeleteMe: ⁠20% off removing your personal info from the web Superhuman: ⁠Free month of the fastest and best email with code ALLTHEHACKS Gelt: ⁠Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: ⁠chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Ben Carlson: Website | X Book: Risk and Reward Podcast: Animal Spirits A Longer Life Can Lead to Financial Concerns, and More Questions The Millionaire Next Door by Thomas Stanley and William Danko Roger Federer's 2024 Dartmouth Commencement Address ATH Podcast #128: The Psychology of Money with Morgan Housel #174: Secrets of Success in Life and Work with Legendary Silicon Valley Investor Andy Rachleff Newsletter Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@chrishutchins.com Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (00:49) Why Investing Is Still So Hard for Most People (01:37) How Today's Media Makes Markets Feel Scarier Than Ever (02:51) The Core Idea Behind Ben’s New Book (05:10) What Japan's Lost Three Decades Teach Long-Term Investors (08:50) Why You Need Exposure Beyond Your Home Market (10:18) Will AI Reshape Global Markets or Just U.S. Stocks? (14:01) Could

  • How Long-Term Investors Actually Think About Risk with Ben Carlson

    #279: Learn to handle market volatility and build long-term wealth in a world dominated by AI disruption, market fear, inflation concerns, and nonstop financial noise. Chris and Ben discuss why investing remains psychologically difficult, how to think about global diversification, when to reevaluate your portfolio, and the risks most investors still overlook. Ben Carlson is the Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management and the author of five books on investing, including his newest, Risk and Reward . He's the creator of the blog A Wealth of Common Sense and co-host of the Animal Spirits podcast. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/risk-market-volatility-ben-carlson Partner Deals Thrive Market: ⁠30% off your first order of organic groceries + a free $60 gift Upwork: ⁠Free job posting to find, hire, and pay top freelance talent DeleteMe: ⁠20% off removing your personal info from the web Superhuman: ⁠ Free month of the fastest and best email with code ALLTHEHACKS Gelt: ⁠Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: ⁠chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Ben Carlson: Website | X Book: Risk and Reward Podcast: Animal Spirits A Longer Life Can Lead to Financial Concerns, and More Questions The Millionaire Next Door by Thomas Stanley and William Danko Roger Federer's 2024 Dartmouth Commencement Address ATH Podcast #128: The Psychology of Money with Morgan Housel #174: Secrets of Success in Life and Work with Legendary Silicon Valley Investor Andy Rachleff Newsletter Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@chrishutchins.com Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (00:49) Why Investing Is Still So Hard for Most People (01:37) How Today's Media Makes Markets Feel Scarier Than Ever (02:51) The Core Idea Behind Ben’s New Book (05:10) What Japan's Lost Three Decades Teach Long-Term Investors (08:50) Why You Ne

  • Episode 324: History, Risk, and the Long Game: Investing Lessons That Never Go Out of Style with Ben Carlson

    The financial news cycle moves fast, but the fundamentals of investing have not changed. Melissa Joy, CFP® sits down with Ben Carlson, Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management and author of five books including his latest, Risk and Reward, to explore what history actually teaches us about markets, human nature, and the psychology behind smart long-term investing. Ben brings equal parts data and storytelling to make the case that understanding the past is one of the most underrated tools an investor can have. From the inflationary spiral of the 1970s to lost decades and the dot-com aftermath, Ben and Melissa walk through the market cycles that shaped today's investing environment and what those periods reveal about our own tendencies as investors. They also dig into the coming wave of wealth transfer, why women will increasingly control the bulk of financial assets, and why the financial advice industry is not yet ready for it. What You'll Learn Why studying financial history matters and what it reveals about the range of possible outcomes How inflation in the 1970s shaped investor psychology in ways that still resonate today What the lost decade of 2000 to 2010 teaches about diversification and why that lesson keeps getting forgotten Why simplicity in a financial plan beats complexity almost every time How to build a portfolio durable enough to survive a wide range of outcomes without requiring you to predict the future Why preparation is more valuable than prediction when it comes to investing What the great wealth transfer means for women and why the financial advice industry needs to catch up How human nature is the one investing variable that never changes across market cycles What Ben's list of 20 investing beliefs reveals about discipline, self-awareness, and behavioral finance Why the best financial plan is the one you can actually stick with through difficult markets About Ben Carlson Ben Carlson is the Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management and the author of five books on investing and personal finance, including his latest, Risk and Reward. He is the creator of the blog Wealth of Common Sense and co-host of the Animal Spirits podcast. Book: Risk and Reward Blog: awealthofcommonsense.com Podcast: Animal Spirits The previous presentation by PEARL PLANNING was intended for general information purposes only. No portion of the presentation serves as the receipt of, or as a substitute for, personalized investment advice from PEARL PLANNING or any other investment professional of your choosing. Different types of investments involve varying degrees of risk, and it should not be assumed that future performance of any specific investment or investment strategy, or any non-investment related or planning services, discussion or content, will be profitable, be suitable for your portfolio or individual situation, or prove successful. Neither PEARL PLANNING’s investment adviser registration status, nor any amount of prior experience or success, should be construed that a certain level of results or satisfaction will be achieved if PEARL PLANNING is engaged, or continues to be engaged, to provide investment advisory services. PEARL PLANNING is neither a law firm nor accounting firm, and no portion of its services should be construed as legal or accounting advice. No portion of the video content should be construed by a client or prospective client as a guarantee that he/she will experience a certain level of results if PEARL PLANNING is engaged, or continues to be engaged, to provide investment a

  • Risk and Reward in Retirement: What Ben Carlson's Research Means for Irish Investors - Interview

    Most people approaching retirement believe their job is to reduce risk. Get out of equities. Move into something safe. Ben Carlson disagrees — and he has the research to back it up. Ben is Director at Ritholtz Wealth Management in the US, author of Risk and Reward (Harriman House, May 2026), and one of the most widely read financial writers working today. He's spent his career studying every major market crash in modern history: the Great Depression, Japan's lost decades, the dot-com bust, 2008 and what they actually mean for long-term investors. In this episode, Paddy and Ben talk about Ben's new Book: They cover the yin and yang of Risk and Reward Why globally diversified investors still came out ahead from financial crises The three dimensions of risk tolerance (willingness, need, and ability) How to think about drawdown and bucketing, inflation psychology, and the only benchmark that actually matters for someone approaching retirement. Ben's new book Risk and Reward is available now in Kindle, paperback, and audiobook (read by Ben himself) from Harriman House. There's a full written article about this Interview with Ben on the blog at http://www.informeddecisions.ie/post/retirement-risk-and-reward-ireland If this episode raised questions about where you sit on the age-related table or whether your current contribution strategy is going to get you where you want to go, that's exactly what we work through with clients. Find out more at https://www.informeddecisions.ie DISCLAIMER: This content is for general educational purposes only and does not constitute personalised financial advice. Always speak to a qualified, independent advisor about your own situation.

  • Nasdaq Euphoria is Hitting its Limit with Kai Wu and Ben Carlson

    On episode 242 of The Compound and Friends, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Michael Batnick⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Downtown Josh Brown⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are joined by Ben Carlson and Kai Wu ⁠ to discuss: Nvidia, Anthropic, software disruption, intangible assets, faster market cycles, and Ben’s new book Risk and Reward and much more! This episode is sponsored by: Betterment Advisor Solutions and ClearBridge To learn more, visit https://www.betterment.com/advisors Rising geopolitical tensions, continued market uncertainty, stocks backed by can offer more predictable cash flows as volatility increases. To learn more, go to https://www.clearbridge.com/ Sign up for The Compound Newsletter and never miss out: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thecompoundnews.com/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/thecompoundnews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠twitter.com/thecompoundnews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/company/the-compound-media/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@thecompoundnews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Investing involves the risk of loss. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be or regarded as personalized investment advice or relied upon for investment decisions. Michael Batnick and Josh Brown are employees of Ritholtz Wealth Management and may maintain positions in the securities discussed in this video. All opinions expressed by them are solely their own opinion and do not reflect the opinion of Ritholtz Wealth Management. The Compound Media, Incorporated, an affiliate of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ritholtz Wealth Management⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , receives payment from various entities for advertisements in affiliated podcasts, blogs and emails. Inclusion of such advertisements does not constitute or imply endorsement, sponsorship or recommendation thereof, or any affiliation therewith, by the Content Creator or by Ritholtz Wealth Management or any of its employees. For additional advertisement disclaimers see here <a href="ht

  • Ben Carlson: Exploring Risk and Reward
    The Long View

    Listen Now: Listen and subscribe to Morningstar’s The Long View from your mobile device: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Today on the podcast, we welcome back Ben Carlson , who’s the author of a new book called Risk and Reward . Ben is the director of institutional asset management for Ritholtz Wealth Management . In addition, Ben’s a prolific creator of content. His blog is called A Wealth of Common Sense . He also co-hosts the podcast Animal Spirits with Michael Batnick. Ben is the author of four books about investing and money, and he’s a CFA charterholder. Episode Highlights 00:00:00 Understanding Market History Is About Preparation, Not Prediction 00:02:00 Lessons From Japan’s Asset Bubble and Mean Reversion 00:06:54 The Different Ways Investors Respond to Crashes 00:08:36 The Automatic Investing Revolution Has Changed Behavior 00:15:22 Why Patience Is Harder to Come By in an On‑Demand World 00:19:32 The Importance of Education in Private Asset Investing 00:21:35 Inflation Psychology and How to Respond 00:28:15 Two Different Kinds of Bear Markets 00:35:40 Using Alpha to Deliver Better Aftertax Outcomes for Clients More From Ben Carlson Everything You Need To Know About Saving For Retirement Don’t Fall For It: A Short History of Financial Scams Invest Your Way to Financial Freedom Risk and Reward More From Morningstar Ben Carlson: How Not to Get Scammed What We’ve Learned From 150 Years of Stock Market Crashes The 60/40 Portfolio: A 150-Year Markets Stress Test If you have a comment or a guest idea, please email us at TheLongView@Morningstar.com . Follow Christine Benz ( @christine_benz ) and Ben Johnson ( @MstarBenJohnson ) on X, and Christine Benz , Amy Arnott , and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-johnson-cfa-5a288175" target="_blank" rel="no

  • Building Wealth When Markets Get Messy w/ Ben Carlson #1136
    How to Money

    Shark attacks, plane crashes, and lightning strikes… these are the dramatic and headline-grabbing events that are terrifying but incredibly rare. The odds you’ll ever experience those unfortunate events are tiny, so is it technically risky? Meanwhile, something as ordinary as driving to work should be considered more often since in the US, there are 6 million car accidents a year! When you start looking closely, risk and reward show up everywhere in our lives. And for investors especially, understanding the REAL risks we face, not the ones that dominate headlines, is essential to building a strategy that truly works. Our guest today has made it his mission to bring common sense back to finance. Ben Carlson is the Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management, where he focuses on managing portfolios for institutions and individuals. He is the creator of the widely read blog A Wealth of Common Sense and the author of several books on investing, including his new release, Risk and Reward. Today we discuss: Over-indexing on existential risk vs personal risk “When do you need your money?” Stress testing your investments International’s spot in a portfolio Timing the AI “bubble” Role of cash in investments, but also in personal finance Protecting your wealth from inflation Bonds for younger investors Adopting a long term investing mindset Treating “future you” like a bill And much more! Can’t get enough How To Money? Here are some additional ways to get ahead with your personal finances: Ben: Check out Ben’s new book, Risk & Reward: How to handle market volatility and build long-term wealth. Cashback credit cards: Check out our favorite credit cards that we use to maximize rewards and optimize our spending. Other money nerds: Find a thriving community of fellow money nerds by joining the HTM Facebook group! Newsletter: Sign up for the weekly HTM newsletter . It’s fun, free, & practical. Money Gears: knowing what to do with your money is crucial to your personal finance journey. MG7: and maybe you’re well on your way to financial independence but you’re looking for some financial reassurance, that’s when heading over to HowToMoney.com/Advisor and getting matched with a highly vetted financial advisor makes sense. And please help us to spread the word by letting friends and family know about How to Money! Hit the share button, subscribe if you’re not already a regular listener, and give us a quick review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. Help us to change the conversation around personal finance and get more people doing smart things with their money! Best friends out! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • Ben Carlson: Why "Buy and Hold" Still Wins (Even After a 30-Year Market Crash)
    Wealth on the Move

    Summary: In this episode, Ben Carlson discusses long-term investing, the importance of diversification, managing investor psychology, and insights from his new book ‘Risk and Reward’. He shares lessons from Japan’s stock market history, debunks common investing myths, and emphasizes the value of simplicity and discipline in wealth management. Resources: Find Risk & Reward on Amazon A Wealth of Common Sense Website Animal Spirits Podcast Key topics: Long-term investing and buy-and-hold strategy Lessons from Japan’s stock market history The importance of diversification and avoiding concentration risk Managing investor psychology and behavioral biases Insights from Ben Carlson’s new book ‘Risk and Reward’ Connect with Will Hoffman: Hoffman Wealth Management (724) 522-5411 will@hoffmanwealth.com LinkedIn: Will Hoffman Facebook: Hoffman Wealth Management YouTube: Hoffman Wealth Management Disclosure: Ben Carlson and Ritholtz Wealth Management are not affiliated with Hoffman Wealth Management and Private Advisor Group.

  • Ben Carlson on Why It’s Better to Avoid a Strikeout Than to Swing for a Home run

    We at The Motley Fool are proponents of investing in individual stocks. But does that result in betting your financial future on too few companies? In this second of a two-part conversation, Motley Fool Senior Advisor Robert Brokamp speaks with Ben Carlson about the risks of investing in individual stocks, market valuations, balancing saving for the future vs. enjoying life today, and the career advice we give our kids. Ben is the Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management, the writer behind the “A Wealth of Common Sense” blog, the co-host of the Animal Spirits podcast, and the author of “Risk and Reward: How to Handle Market Volatility and Build Long-Term Wealth,” which will be available on May 12. Listen to our April 18 episode for Part 1 of this conversation. Host: Robert Brokamp, CFP®, EA Guest: Ben Carlson, CFA Engineers: Lauren Budabin, Bart Shannon Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. We’re committed to transparency: All personal opinions in advertisements from Fools are their own. The product advertised in this episode was loaned to TMF and was returned after a test period or the product advertised in this episode was purchased by TMF. Advertiser has paid for the sponsorship of this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Ben Carlson on Why the Stock Market Is the Best Casino in the World

    We at The Motley Fool believe that investing in the stock market is the best path to long-term wealth. But it isn’t always easy to stick with stocks. In this first of a two-part conversation, Motley Fool Senior Advisor Robert Brokamp speaks with Ben Carlson about what we can learn from the Great Depression and Japan, how even the worst periods for investors eventually turn out fine over the long term, and how diversification can help. Ben is the Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management, the writer behind the “A Wealth of Common Sense” blog, the co-host of the Animal Spirits podcast, and the author of “Risk and Reward: How to Handle Market Volatility and Build Long-Term Wealth,” which will be available on May 12. Tune in on April 19 for Part 2 of this conversation. Host: Robert Brokamp, CFP®, EA Guest: Ben Carlson, CFA Engineers: Lauren Budabin, Bart Shannon Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. We’re committed to transparency: All personal opinions in advertisements from Fools are their own. The product advertised in this episode was loaned to TMF and was returned after a test period or the product advertised in this episode was purchased by TMF. Advertiser has paid for the sponsorship of this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Welcome to 2026

    On episode 223 of The Compound and Friends, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Michael Batnick⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Downtown Josh Brown⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are joined by Ben Carlson for the very first of the year TCAF livestream, breaking down what to expect in the year ahead. This episode is sponsored by VanEck. Learn more about the VanEck Semiconductor ETF: https://vaneck.com/SMHCompound Sign up for The Compound Newsletter and never miss out: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thecompoundnews.com/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/thecompoundnews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠twitter.com/thecompoundnews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/company/the-compound-media/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@thecompoundnews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Investing involves the risk of loss. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be or regarded as personalized investment advice or relied upon for investment decisions. Michael Batnick and Josh Brown are employees of Ritholtz Wealth Management and may maintain positions in the securities discussed in this video. All opinions expressed by them are solely their own opinion and do not reflect the opinion of Ritholtz Wealth Management. The Compound Media, Incorporated, an affiliate of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ritholtz Wealth Management⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , receives payment from various entities for advertisements in affiliated podcasts, blogs and emails. Inclusion of such advertisements does not constitute or imply endorsement, sponsorship or recommendation thereof, or any affiliation therewith, by the Content Creator or by Ritholtz Wealth Management or any of its employees. For additional advertisement disclaimers see here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ritholtzwealth.com/advertising-disclaimers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . Investments in securities involve the risk of loss. Any mention of a particular security and related performance data is not a recommendation to buy or sell that security. The information provided on this website (including any information that may be accessed through this website) is not directed at any investor or category of investors and is provided solely as general information. Obviously nothing on this channel should be considered as personalized finan

  • Money: What Each Generation Gets Right (& Wrong) with Ben Carlson

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  • Money: What Each Generation Gets Right (& Wrong) with Ben Carlson

    #233: Explore how different generations approach money and what they get right (and wrong) about saving, investing, spending, and building wealth. We dig into the psychology of money across generations and share practical lessons on homeownership, retirement, automation, points inflation, and more. Ben Carlson is the Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management . He runs the popular financial blog, A Wealth of Common Sense and is the author of four books on investing and personal finance. He also co-hosts one of my favorite podcasts: Animal Spirits . Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/financial-mindsets-across-generations-ben-carlson Partner Deals Superhuman: Free month of the fastest and best email with code ALLTHEHACKS Green Chef: 50% off your first meal kit with code 50ALLTHEHACKS Notion: Try Notion AI free to automate tedious tasks and streamline your work Bilt Rewards: Earn the most valuable points when you pay rent DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Ben Carlson: Website | Animal Spirits Podcast | X Ben's Post: Financial Advice That Doesn’t Work Anymore Morningstar Column by John Rekenthaler Tim Ferriss Ep #815: Helping Tim Burn 15M+ Miles and Points, Flipping Costco Gold Into Five-Star Trips & More Award Travel Search Tools AwardTool : $20 off annual plans with code ALLTHEHACKS PointsYeah Points Path Chrome Extension Coinbase One : Join the waitlist here ATH Podcast Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@allthehacks.com Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (02:27) The Great Wealth Transfer From Boomers to Millennials (05:52) Financial Mindsets Across Different Generations (09:10) Current Status of the Housing Market (11:37) Spending Habits in the Travel Industry (14:28) Financial Lessons From Every Generation (19:09) Stock Market vs. Housing Market (25:41) Financial Advice That Doesn't Work Anymore (27:33) How to Learn to Spend Money and Enjoy It Now (31:39) The Spectrum of Coast FIRE (38:48) Ben's

  • The Angel of the LORD with Ben Carlson
    Covenant Podcast

    Join us for a thought-provoking discussion with Pastor Ben Carlson as he dives into one of the Old Testament's most intriguing figures: the Angel of the LORD. In this episode, Ben presents compelling scriptural evidence and theological insights to explain why he believes the Angel of the LORD is none other than a pre-incarnate appearance of Jesus Christ Himself. From the burning bush to Gideon's encounter, we explore key passages where this mysterious figure appears, examining the profound implications for our understanding of God's character and the continuity of His redemptive plan throughout history. Below are the links for Pastor Ben's four part blog series on the Angel of the LORD: https://cbtseminary.org/what-does-the-angel-of-the-lord-mean/ https://cbtseminary.org/where-is-the-angel-of-the-lord-found-ben-carlson/ https://cbtseminary.org/who-is-the-angel-of-the-lord-ben-carlson/ https://cbtseminary.org/why-is-the-angel-of-the-lord-important-ben-carlson/ For more information about CBTS visit: https://cbtseminary.org

  • 150. Ben Carlson Unscripted

    Jason and Jeff welcome Ben Carlson from Ritholtz Wealth Management, author of A Wealth of Common Sense. The discussion delves into Ben's unique career journey in finance, key investing strategies, and the importance of asset allocation. They also touch on the pitfalls of market timing, the impact of macroeconomic factors, and the burgeoning influence of AI on markets. 00:48 Ben Carlson's Career Journey 01:54 Investment Strategies and Asset Allocation 02:51 Impact of the Great Financial Crisis 09:22 The Role of a Wealth Manager 11:55 DIY Investing vs. Professional Advice 15:50 Navigating Market Noise and Historical Context 22:31 The AI Boom and Investment Implications 26:27 Market Predictions and Diversification 28:03 Realistic Expectations in Wealth Management 29:39 Personal Investment Strategies 32:51 Avoiding Market Timing Pitfalls 35:49 Automating Investments for Success 42:51 Balancing Saving and Spending Companies mentioned: NVDA Find Ben’s work at: https://awealthofcommonsense.com/ ***************************************** Subscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader ***************************************** Email: investingunscripted@gmail.com Twitter: @InvestingPod Check out our YouTube channel for more content: ****************************************** To get 15% off any paid plan at finchat.io, visit https://finchat.io/unscripted ****************************************** Listen to the Chit Chat Stocks Podcast for discussions on stocks, financial markets, super investors, and more. Follow the show on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , or YouTube * Terms and Conditions apply. ***************************************** 2025 Portfolio Contest 2024 Portfolio Contest 2023 Portfolio Contest Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • 🎙Ritholtz Wealth Management's Ben Carlson - bringing a wealth of common sense to asset allocation
    Alt Goes Mainstream

    Welcome back to the Alt Goes Mainstream podcast. Today’s show features a guest who brings a wealth of common sense to wealth management and asset allocation. We talk with Ben Carlson , the Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management , a $5B AUM wealth management firm. He’s managed institutional portfolios for his entire career. He started out with an institutional investment consulting firm, where he deployed portfolio strategies and created investment plans for foundations, endowments, pensions, hospitals, insurance companies, and HNW individuals. More recently, he was part of the portfolio management team for an investment office that managed a large endowment fund for a charitable organization. Ben is a student of markets and asset allocation, which is clear from the knowledge he shares daily and weekly with his blog, A Wealth of Common Sense , and his podcast Animal Spirits with Michael Batnick and Ben Carlson . He’s also authored four books about saving, investing, and money. He was named to the Investment News 40 Under 40 list of top financial advisors in 2017. Ben and I had a fascinating conversation about the adoption of alternatives in the wealth channel and the whys and hows of asset allocation. We discussed: * Why asset allocation is the most important aspect of an investment plan. * The question of whether or not investors now have too much choice? * Why Ben documents every investment decision he makes. * The benefits of private markets and the pitfalls of private markets. * His biggest lesson learned in investing. * Why crypto has helped younger investors become more comfortable with volatility (for better or worse). * The future of wealth management and what won’t change about the advisor / client relationship. * The power of content creation and how it helps him approach investing. Thanks Ben for coming on the show to share your wisdom and experience in investing and asset allocation. We hope you enjoy. Clip #1: Applying lessons learned as an institutional allocator to the wealth channel. Clip #2: The Ritholtz culture. Clip #3: How can advisors get smarter about private markets? Clip #4: What was the hardest part about creating content and building a brand? A word from AGM podcast sponsor, Ultimus Fund Solutions This episode of Alt Goes Mainstream is brought to you by Ultimus Fund Solutions , a leading full-service fund administrator for asset managers in private and public markets. As private markets continue to move into the mainstream, the industry requires infrastructure solutions that help funds and investors keep pace. In an increasingly sophisticated financial marketplace, investment managers must navigate a growing array of challenges: elaborate fund structures, specialized strategies, evolving compliance requirements, a growing need for sophisticated reporting, and intensifying demands for transparency. To assist with these challenging opportunities, more and more fund sponsors and asset managers are turning to Ultimus, a leading service provider that blends high tech and high touch in unique and customized fund administration and middle office solutions for a diverse and growing universe of over 450 clients and 1,800 funds, representing $500 billion assets under administration, all handled by a team of over 1,000 professionals. Ultimus offers a wide range of capabilities across registered funds, private funds and public plans, as well as o

  • Ritholtz Wealth Management's Ben Carlson - bringing a wealth of common sense to asset allocation

    Welcome back to the Alt Goes Mainstream podcast. Today’s show features a guest who brings a wealth of common sense to wealth management and asset allocation. We talk with Ben Carlson , the Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management , a $5B AUM wealth management firm. He’s managed institutional portfolios for his entire career. He started out with an institutional investment consulting firm, where he deployed portfolio strategies and created investment plans for foundations, endowments, pensions, hospitals, insurance companies, and HNW individuals. More recently, he was part of the portfolio management team for an investment office that managed a large endowment fund for a charitable organization. Ben is a student of markets and asset allocation, which is clear from the knowledge he shares daily and weekly with his blog, A Wealth of Common Sense , and his podcast Animal Spirits with Michael Batnick and Ben Carlson . He’s also authored four books about saving, investing, and money. He was named to the Investment News 40 Under 40 list of top financial advisors in 2017. Ben and I had a fascinating conversation about the adoption of alternatives in the wealth channel and the whys and hows of asset allocation. We discussed: Why asset allocation is the most important aspect of an investment plan. The question of whether or not investors now have too much choice? Why Ben documents every investment decision he makes. The benefits of private markets and the pitfalls of private markets. His biggest lesson learned in investing. Why crypto has helped younger investors become more comfortable with volatility (for better or worse). The future of wealth management and what won’t change about the advisor / client relationship. The power of content creation and how it helps him approach investing. Thanks Ben for coming on the show to share your wisdom and experience in investing and asset allocation. We hope you enjoy. A word from AGM podcast sponsor, Ultimus Fund Solutions This episode of Alt Goes Mainstream is brought to you by Ultimus Fund Solutions , a leading full-service fund administrator for asset managers in private and public markets. As private markets continue to move into the mainstream, the industry requires infrastructure solutions that help funds and investors keep pace. In an increasingly sophisticated financial marketplace, investment managers must navigate a growing array of challenges: elaborate fund structures, specialized strategies, evolving compliance requirements, a growing need for sophisticated reporting, and intensifying demands for transparency. To assist with these challenging opportunities, more and more fund sponsors and asset managers are turning to Ultimus, a leading service provider that blends high tech and high touch in unique and customized fund administration and middle office solutions for a diverse and growing universe of over 450 clients and 1,800 funds, representing $500 billion assets under administration, all handled by a team of over 1,000 professionals. Ultimus offers a wide range of capabilities across registered funds, private funds and public plans, as well as outsourced middle office services. Delivering operational excellence, Ultimus helps firms manage the ever-changing regulatory environment while meeting the needs of their institutional and retail investors. Ultimus provides comprehensive operational support and fund governance services to help managers successfully launch retail alternative products. Vis

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Ben Carlson has appeared on 50 recent podcast episodes across 34 shows, including All the Hacks: Money, Points & Life, The Bull - Il tuo podcast di finanza personale, Excess Returns.
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The latest detected appearance is “Ep.#115: Risk & Reward with Ben Carlson, Timeless Investing Lessons on Hawaii Retirement Show, published 23 Jun 2026.
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