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The Motley Fool

Rule Breaker Investing

What were the 10 “Bestie” Rule Breaker Investing podcasts of 2024?
 
 
 
From timely and timeless optimism, to risk-rating frameworks, to cutting-edge AI-driven Q&A, plus a first-ever Market Cap Game Show World Championship, this week’s Besties extravaganza highlights 10 remarkable episodes that defined Rule Breaker Investing in 2024.
 
 
 
And all the stars are back! Cameos a-plenty in this fifth annual year-end blockbuster, capped by a redux of the community-centric 100th Mailbag, featuring longtime listeners showcasing the power of shared learning.
 
 
 
Here’s to another year of smarter, happier, and richer!
 

 
(6:48) Bestie #1: Optimism, w/ Bill Burke
 
 
 
(13:43) Bestie #2: Calculating Risk Foolishly, Vol. 3: KNSL v. CHWY
 
 
 
(17:05) Bestie #3: Rand Stagen on Long-Term Leadership, Business, and Life
 
 
 
(28:48) Bestie #4: Investing in Art with Tonya Turner Carroll and Michael Carroll
 
 
 
(40:25) Bestie #5: Reviewapalooza Ultima: 30 Five-Stock Samplers in 10 1/2 Chapters
 
 
 
(46:56) Bestie #6: Dividend Fools, Vol. 2 w/ Matt Argersinger & Buck Hartzell
 
 
 
(58:19) Bestie #7: Innovating the Future with XPRIZE’s Elaine Hungenberg
 
 
 
(1:03:49) Bestie #8: ChatGPT Asks & David Answers, Vol. 1
 
 
 
(1:06:56) Bestie #9: Market Cap Game Show FINALS (Andy Cross v. Bill Mann)
 
 
 
(1:15:46) Bestie #10: February 2024 Mailbag (#100!): Very Good Company
 
 
 
Host: David Gardner
 
 
 
Guests: Matt Argersinger, Bill Burke, Tonya Carroll, Michael Carroll, ChatGPT (AI), Andy Cross, Dave Geck, Buck Hartzell, Elaine Hungenberg, Jumm, Mike McMahon, Bill Mann, Jason Moore, Adam Nelson, Jason Newman, Rand Stagen, Jason Trice
 
 
 
Music: Erick Devore
 
 
 
Producer: Desirée Jones
 
 
 
Companies Mentioned: BIP, BRK, CHWY, EGHSF, KNSL, MTYFF, NVDA, PTON, RPM, SBUX, SYNA, TSLA, UBER

The Besties of 2024

The Market Cap Game Show returns! David welcomes Motley Fool favorites Emily Flippen and Mac Greer to the stage as they test their knowledge—and yours—on the true price tags of 10 public companies. From semiconductor giants to convenience store champions, from cutting-edge cybersecurity firms to energy drink dynamos, the competitors tackle stocks both familiar and surprising.
 
 
 
Will you outscore Emily, Mac, or both? Play along, challenge your market cap intuition, and discover the surprising values of companies you know and love (and maybe a few you’ve never heard of).
 
 
 
Host: David Gardner
 
Guests: Emily Flippen, Mac Greer
 
Producer: Desirée Jones
 
Companies Mentioned: ABNB, CASY, CELH, DAVA, LRCX, MANH, MTN, PANW, SFIX, TMUS

Market Cap Game Show: An Un-Carrier, an Un-Company & an Un-Tripled Stock

From a preschool teacher newly inspired to invest at 73 to a lifelong Fool whose Microsoft shares became a 500-bagger, this year-end Mailbag brims with transformational stories. Listeners wrestle with rebalancing versus “never sell,” explore “layering in and out” of big winners like Tesla, and reflect on optimism as both delicate and powerful. David highlights multigenerational lessons—like gifting You Have More Than You Think to a nephew-turned-advisor—and celebrates that it’s never too late to start making smarter, happier, and richer choices. This holiday season, embrace the joy of learning from each other, fueling a Foolish momentum into 2025.
 
 
 
Host: David Gardner
 
Producer: Desirée Jones
 
 
 
Companies mentioned: AMZN, CSCO, MELI, META, MIDD, MRK, MSFT, NFLX, NVDA, RCL, SBUX, SHOP, SQ, TMDX, TSLA, WM, WMT

December 2024 Mailbag: Portfolio-Level Thinking

David kicks off 2025 by revisiting five timeless lessons drawn from classic episodes spanning nearly a decade of weekly podcasts—now approaching 500 consecutive weeks of fresh content. Reaching back to 2016 and beyond, he rediscovers core investing principles: the surprising advantage of never selling, the folly of waiting for dips, the power of choosing stocks of stellar employers, and how great leaders transform intuition into intentional culture. Revisiting stories of Warren Buffett, Danny Meyer, and exceptional stock picks like Amazon and Nvidia, this episode delivers valuable, enduring truths for investors both new and seasoned.
 
Host: David Gardner
 
Producer: Dez Jones
 
Companies Mentioned: AAPL, AMZN, ARM, BIIB, CRM, GOOG, META, NFLX, NVDA, TSLA

Blast from the Past, Vol. 10

In this 20th installment of one of our longest-running series, David shares five fresh quotes from the likes of Sir Philip Sidney, Danny Meyer, Raj Sisodia, Confucius, and Jeff Bezos. Across these stirring lines, we explore themes of authentic self-expression, continuous reinvention, the power of seeing people as wellsprings of creativity, and the urgency that comes from recognizing we only have one life. If you’re ready to think deeper, act bolder, and craft a richer story for yourself, this episode offers both inspiration and challenge—Rule Breaker style.
 
 
 
Host: David Gardner
 
Producer: Desirée Jones
 
Companies Mentioned: AMZN, SHAK

Great Quotes, Vol. 20: Build Yourself a Great Story

In this episode, eight years later David welcomes back game designer and publisher Jamey Stegmaier for a lively conversation about scaling a creative venture, building a mission-driven culture, and fostering community in a niche that’s far bigger than most people realize. Discover how Jamey’s focus on crafting delight, coupled with a transparent approach to both fans and collaborators, has fueled Stonemaier Games’ growth and influence. Whether you’re a dedicated board gamer or just interested in entrepreneurial insights, you’ll walk away with fresh perspectives on innovation, purposeful leadership, and the power of “fun” as a serious business edge.
 
 
 
Host: David Gardner
 
Guest Star: Jamey Stegmaier
 
Producer: Desirée Jones

Stonemaier Games & the Business of Fun

What happens when you bring together three storytellers, three themes, and a podcast devoted to making you smarter, happier, and richer? You get Three Fools, our newest episodic series! This week, David is joined by superstar guests Randi Zuckerberg and Morgan Housel as they each share three stories—one to educate, one to amuse, and one to enrich. From investing lessons that last a lifetime to laugh-out-loud anecdotes and heartwarming life insights, these nine stories are packed with inspiration and practical takeaways.
 
 
 
Host: David Gardner
 
Guest Stars: Morgan Housel, Randi Zuckerberg
 
Producer: Desirée (Dez) Jones
 
Companies Mentioned: BRK.A, DIS, META

Three Fools, with Morgan Housel & Randi Zuckerberg

How do you get kids not just thinking about investing, but actually doing it? One Foolish father shares a brilliant approach—turning investing into a game with real-world stakes, and in the process, teaching lifelong lessons about money, patience, and ownership. Plus, we talk incentives, engagement, and Rule Breaker stocks that seem “boring” but have quietly built fortunes. It’s a Mailbag filled with insights for investors of all ages—only on this week’s Rule Breaker Investing!
 
Host: David Gardner
 Producer: Heather Horton
 Companies Mentioned: CMG, CPRT, NFLX, SPOT, TREX, TSLA

January 2025 Mailbag: Investing as a Game

Some ideas stand the test of time. Others push us forward into an exciting, ever-changing future. This week, we revisit an old lesson about building bridges instead of walls, explore five cutting-edge innovations reshaping our world, dive into the power of social capital, and reflect on the hidden strength of habits—through the lens of a world-renowned board game designer. Whether it’s investing, relationships, or daily life, this episode will challenge how you think about connection, progress, and the routines that define us.
 
Host: David Gardner
 Producer: Heather Horton

Old, New, Borrowed & Blue, Vol. 9

Every stock tells a story; it takes humans to find the meaning in it. This week, five Fools gather around our suddenly snowy campfire once more to share remarkable stock stories featuring lessons on patience, transformation, and long-term success. From a legendary auto auction company to the footwear brand everyone underestimated, we hope these stories send off fiery sparks to ignite your interest in Rule Breaker Investing. Plus, a look back at Apple’s historic journey from its 1980 IPO to becoming one of the most valuable companies in history.
 
Host: David Gardner
 Guests: Andy Cross, Kirsten Guerra, Jason Moser, Sanmeet Deo
 Producer: Heather Horton
 
Companies Mentioned: AAPL, AXON, CPRT, CROX, ZTS

Stock Stories, Vol. 10: Frosty Campfire, Fiery Stocks

Tariffs, corruption, political posturing... it's no wonder that the market is crashing! But wait, is it? Back up that graph a bit and the market is still near all-time highs. In today's mailbag we strive to find happiness, maintain rational optimism, and see through the dark clouds plaguing the headlines. Plus, some tips on diversifying your portfolio, voting with your wallet, and challenging the umpire.
 
Companies mentioned: DUOL, GE, ISRG, MELI, NFLX, PLTR, RKLB, TOST
 
Host: David Gardner
 Producer: Rick Engdahl

April 2025 Mailbag: Better Than it Seems

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