9-30-25 Why Do We Invest? 10 Powerful Reasons Explained
The Real Investment Show Podcast
Release Date: 09/30/2025
12-30-25 Media, Markets & Reality: A Candid Conversation with Tom Zizka
The Real Investment Show Podcast
In this wide-ranging and candid conversation, Lance Roberts is joined by longtime friend and veteran television reporter Tom Zizka to discuss how media, markets, and economic reality have fundamentally changed over the past two decades. The discussion begins with the evolution of modern media—from the rise of social platforms and the “small screen” revolution to the growing pressures of monetization, speed, and narrative framing. Lance and Tom explore how storytelling has shifted from context-driven reporting to image-driven headlines, and what that means for public perception, trust,...
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12-26-25 Legacy Conversations for the Holidays
The Real Investment Show Podcast
The holidays bring families together—but they also create a rare opportunity to talk about something that truly matters: legacy. Richard Rosso & Sarah Buenger explore how thoughtful, well-framed conversations about money, wishes, and values can become one of the greatest gifts you give your family. Research shows that nearly 70% of parents have never discussed inheritance with their children, often leaving confusion, conflict, or unresolved questions behind. Questions lead to stories. Stories lead to understanding. And understanding builds a legacy that lasts beyond the holidays. 0:00 -...
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12-25-25 Christmas Day Q & A
The Real Investment Show Podcast
Our Christmas Day Best-Of episode revisits some of the most important investing and financial planning discussions of the year. Lance Roberts, Danny Ratliff, & Jonathan Penn examine whether the traditional 60/40 portfolio still serves its original purpose of reducing volatility, and what the three legs of investing mean in today’s market environment; whether the Federal Reserve has shifted away from its inflation mandate, how to interpret 2- and 3-standard-deviation market moves using tools like Bollinger Bands, and which economic data truly matters for investors—and where to find it....
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12-24-25 The Fed at a Crossroads - Joseph Wang Interview
The Real Investment Show Podcast
The Federal Reserve is entering a pivotal phase, and the decisions it makes now will define the next era of monetary policy. Lance Roberts and The Fed Guy, Joseph Wang, examine the structural forces putting the Fed at a crossroads—from rate cuts and shifting labor-market dynamics to the long-term impact of AI, tariff-driven inflation, and changes in the Fed’s balance-sheet strategy. We explore why markets appear bullish on economic growth despite weakening employment data, how tariff inflation may be a one-time impulse, and what a redesigned policy framework could look like as banks,...
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12-23-25 Dollar Power, AI, and the New Financial Order - The Brent Johnson Inerview
The Real Investment Show Podcast
In this episode, Lance Roberts sits down with Brent Johnson, CEO of Santiago Capital, to break down what’s really happening with the U.S. dollar, the global monetary system, and why AI is accelerating a geopolitical and economic power shift. If you're looking for big-picture insights on the future of the dollar, geopolitics, AI-driven capital flows, and where long-term investing tailwinds are forming—this is a must-watch. 0:00 - INTRO 0:56 - Dollar Pessimism is Everywhere 3:32 - Why the Dollar Loses Purchasing Power: Inflation 5:08 - How Reserve Currencies Work - Why the Dollar is...
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12-22-25 When Fed Narratives Meet Market Data
The Real Investment Show Podcast
Markets are heading into year-end with optimism still firmly embedded in prices, but the economic data are telling a more complicated story. Lance Roberts examines the growing gap between the Federal Reserve’s soft-landing narrative and what inflation, employment, consumer spending, and earnings expectations are actually signaling. While markets have stabilized following recent volatility, participation remains narrow, sentiment is elevated, and valuations appear priced for a smooth economic outcome in 2026. Lance Roberts breaks down the technical backdrop, including key support and...
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12-22-25 Too Soon for Santa? | Before the Bell
The Real Investment Show Podcast
Markets are doing what they often do this time of year—attempting to stabilize and rally amid choppy trading. While some are already declaring that the Santa Claus Rally is “dead,” history suggests patience is warranted. The official Santa Rally window hasn’t even begun yet, and statistically, the odds still favor a year-end lift. Lance Roberts breaks down why recent pullbacks below key moving averages triggered algorithmic selling—and why disciplined investors avoid knee-jerk reactions. With markets rebounding above short-term technical levels and consolidating gains from earlier in...
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12-19-25 What Great Financial Planning Looks Like
The Real Investment Show Podcast
What should a great financial planning experience actually look like? For many investors, “financial planning” is reduced to product selection, performance chasing, or a one-time retirement projection that never gets revisited. In reality, a high-quality financial planning experience is far more comprehensive — and far more valuable. Richard Rosso breaks down the essential elements of effective financial planning. True financial planning is not about predicting markets or selling products. It is about building a durable framework that helps investors make better decisions through market...
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12-18-25 Is the 60/40 Portfolio Dead? Global Risks & Opportunities
The Real Investment Show Podcast
For decades, the 60/40 portfolio—stocks and bonds—served as the foundation of balanced investing. Lance Roberts and Michael Lebowitz examine the growing global forces reshaping markets. While Wall Street has remained fixated on AI hyperscalers, major developments abroad are increasingly driving returns and risk. 0:00 - INTRO 0:19 - Inflation Report Preview - Where's the Fed's Soft Landing? 3:05 - Markets working Through the Chop 9:56 - Top 10 Christmas Movies 13:24 - Inflation Expectations (Preview) 14:35 - The Fed Ends QT 20:35 - JP Morgan's Liquidity Crunch 22:53 - Is the Economy...
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12-18-25 Markets Oversold After Key Support Break | Before the Bell
The Real Investment Show Podcast
Markets broke below both the 20- and 50-day moving averages, triggering a short-term MACD sell signal and raising concerns about near-term weakness. While technical damage should not be ignored, markets are becoming oversold on a relative strength basis, which historically increases the odds of a short-term bounce. Importantly, market bottoms tend to be brief, and prior episodes have shown that support breaks can be quickly reversed. The key issue now is not the intraday violation of moving averages, but where markets ultimately close the week. A sustained close below key support levels would...
info_outlineWhy do we invest? The answer goes far beyond just making money. Lance Roberts & Jonathan Penn, Two Dads on Money, break down the most important reasons people put their money to work in the markets.
Lance and Jon also show why investing is not just for Wall Street professionals—it’s for everyone.
Whether you’re just starting out or refining your long-term strategy, this episode will give you a clear framework for why investing is essential for financial freedom and peace of mind.
0:19 - Quarter-end Rebalancing & Potential Gove't Shutdown
6:14 - Pay Attention to the US Dollar
12:49 - Why & How We Invest: Real Estate & FOMO
18:41 - Trade Like a Pro - Not a Gambler
23:27 - Dealing w Emotions as Investors
25:28 - When Life Happens - Car Batteries & Tires
31:53 - The Major Reason We Invest: Growing Savings Faster than Inflation
37:28 - Market Compounding is a Myth
38:49 - Why Money Sitting in Cash for Opportunity
41:06 - Next Week's Show Preview
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Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO, w Senior Investment Advisor, Jonathan Penn, CFP
Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer
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Articles Mentioned in Today's Show:
"RSI (Relative Strength Index): Timing The Next Correction"
https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/rsi-relative-strength-index-timing-the-next-correction/
"Slowdown Signals: Are Leading Indicators Flashing Red?"
https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/slowdown-signals-are-leading-indicators-flashing-red/
"Markets Detached From Economic Fundamentals"
https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/markets-detached-from-economic-fundamentals/
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The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Dollar Reversal Ahead? What a Rally Could Mean for Markets" is here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N9QpnNyekoE&list=PLwNgo56zE4RAbkqxgdj-8GOvjZTp9_Zlz&index=1
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Our Previous Show, "Is the Relative Strength Indicator (RSI) Flashing Caution?" is here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZnwfZjUTLI&list=PLVT8LcWPeAugpcGzM8hHyEP11lE87RYPe&index=1
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