Room to Run

Episoder

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  The Big Long: Michael Burry, Treasury Yields, and Small Caps 11.10.2026 11min

  In this episode, Robert explains why the bull market may have more room to run despite persistent fears around inflation, rising interest rates, and geopolitical uncertainty. He breaks down three investment themes he believes could outperform over the next 12 to 18 months, including AI infrastructure beneficiaries, Bitcoin, and select small-cap opportunities. He also discusses why Treasury yields may be approaching a turning point, how market leadership is becoming increasingly concentrated, and why disciplined risk management and staying invested in strong performers remain essential to navigating an increasingly challenging market.
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  The Great Wealth Transfer: My Buy List, Marginal Dollars, and “Broken” Markets 04.10.2026 11min

  In this episode, Robert explains why the Great Wealth Transfer could become one of the most important investing trends of the next two decades as trillions of dollars shift to younger generations with very different investment preferences. He breaks down the areas he believes could benefit most as control of that wealth changes hands, including crypto, alternative assets, technology, and wealth management. He also discusses why diversification means accepting that some positions will inevitably lag, what’s behind the weakness beneath the major indexes, and why the market’s ability to withstand a difficult macro backdrop could be setting the stage for its next move.
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  Price of Admission: 10-Baggers, FIRE Numbers, and Space Stocks 27.09.2026 11min

  In this episode, Robert explains why finding a potential 10-bagger is only half the battle, and why holding onto exceptional investments through painful drawdowns can be just as important. He breaks down three areas where he believes the next generation of outsized winners could emerge, including crypto, space, and quantum computing, and why smaller companies can offer particularly compelling opportunities. He also discusses his approach to long-term wealth building and retirement, before examining what rising Treasury yields could actually be signaling about the economy and markets. 
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  The Doom Premium: AI Hysteria, Rate Hikes, and My Buy List 20.09.2026 11min

  In this episode, Robert explains why fear can be one of the most costly forces in investing and how pessimism surrounding new technologies can sometimes obscure the opportunities developing underneath. He examines the current debate around AI regulation, including the incentives that could shape how the industry’s largest companies approach calls for greater oversight.He also discusses what the latest Federal Reserve decision means for stocks, why the market’s resilience amid a long list of concerns has caught his attention, and how patience can help investors navigate periods when the market seems stuck in place.
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  Happy Endings: $MSFT, Inflation, and the Costanza Trade 13.09.2026 11min

  In this episode, Robert explains why identifying a great company is only part of successful stock picking, and how paying the wrong price can turn even a dominant business into a disappointing investment. He uses Microsoft’s experience after the Dot Com Bubble to examine today’s AI leaders, breaking down the difference between “shovel sellers” and “toll takers” and what investors should consider when evaluating each. He also discusses dividend-focused portfolios, why total return matters, and what the market’s recent resilience in the face of higher rates and oil prices could be signaling. 
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  Too Big or Too Small: $BTC, Small Caps, and Jackson Hole 30.08.2026 11min

  In this episode, Robert explains why successful investing often means enduring long stretches of uncertainty and volatility while giving compounding enough time to work. He breaks down why Bitcoin currently offers one of the most compelling risk-reward setups he sees across markets, and what sentiment, fundamentals, and market cycles could be signaling about its next chapter. He also discusses navigating a cold streak in small-cap investing, shifting market leadership, and how the latest earnings and Federal Reserve developments could influence his positioning.
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  Crisis Du Jour: Bonds, Bitcoin, and the Bessent Put 23.08.2026 11min

  In this episode, Robert explains why rising Treasury yields may not be the warning sign for stocks that many investors assume. He looks back at a major market prediction from Ray Dalio to explore how investors can correctly identify an economic risk while still getting the market reaction wrong. He also discusses how to think about risk tolerance during volatile periods and why Bitcoin’s latest move could signal an important shift for crypto.
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  The Sweet Spot: $SNDK, Missiles, and How I’d Invest $100k 16.08.2026 10min

  In this episode, Robert explains why some of the best investment opportunities come from looking 12 to 18 months ahead instead of chasing the narratives dominating markets today. He breaks down two major themes he believes could shape the next phase of the market, including the continued evolution of the AI trade and an emerging opportunity tied to U.S. rearmament. He also discusses how he would think about building a portfolio from scratch and why the current market backdrop could offer an attractive window for putting capital to work.
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  Free Money Machine: $MSFT, Hyperscalers, and Turning Japanese 09.08.2026 10min

  In this episode, Robert explains why investors may be focusing too much on today’s massive AI spending and not enough on what that infrastructure could generate over the next 12 to 18 months.He breaks down his “shovel sellers vs. toll takers” framework for finding opportunities across the AI buildout, including why the companies benefiting today may not be the biggest winners tomorrow. He also explores what’s happening in the bond market and why rising yields matter, before closing with a reminder that successful investing requires accepting uncertainty, managing downside, and staying positioned for the opportunities that matter most
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  Bite the Dust: Leopold, Tide Turns, and “The Top” 02.08.2026 12min

  In this episode, Robert explains why the recent AI selloff looks more like a reset than the end of the long-term investment story. He compares today's market to previous technology-driven bull markets, discusses how liquidity events and excessive speculation can create sharp but temporary drawdowns, and outlines the qualities he's watching for as the next market leaders emerge. He also answers a listener question about stop losses, explains why preserving capital remains essential, and argues that successful investors survive volatility by managing risk rather than trying to avoid every downturn.
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  Don’t Blow Up: $GOOGL, Stop Losses, and The First Rule of Investing 26.07.2026 12min

  In this episode, Robert explores how social media can distort investors' expectations, encouraging excessive risk-taking while downplaying the importance of preserving capital.He explains why surviving market volatility is more important than chasing every hot trade, shares how he approaches risk management and stop losses, and argues that the recent AI selloff has created healthier conditions for the broader bull market rather than signaling its end. The episode also examines the evolving AI landscape, where market leadership may be shifting even as the long-term investment cycle remains firmly intact.
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  Ride The Lightning: AI Stocks, Index Insurance, and When to Sell 19.07.2026 8min

  In this episode, Robert explains why true diversification is about managing exposure, not simply owning more stocks, and explains where index funds come into play. He shares what he's watching as the Magnificent 7 enter a pivotal earnings season, why market reactions often matter more than the earnings themselves, and offers a practical framework for deciding when to trim or sell positions. Throughout the episode, he covers disciplined portfolio construction, risk management, and balancing higher-conviction investments with long-term stability.
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  A Market of Stocks: Rotations, SanDisk (SNDK), and Chinese Propaganda 05.07.2026 11min

  In this episode, Robert examines how foreign influence campaigns may be attempting to slow America's AI infrastructure buildout by amplifying fears around data centers, while arguing that the long-term AI investment thesis remains intact. He explains why leadership is broadening beyond AI hardware into sectors like healthcare, financials, and select small caps, viewing the rotation as a healthy sign for the bull market rather than a warning signal. The episode also covers his approach to managing winning positions, why disciplined risk management matters more than perfect predictions, and how staying flexible helps investors capitalize on new opportunities as market leadership evolves.
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  What Actually Pops Bubbles: SpaceX, Bear Markets, and The Mag7 Dip 28.06.2026 10min

  In this episode, Robert challenges the popular belief that high-profile IPOs signal the end of a bull market, arguing that history shows they are often a sign of strong liquidity rather than an imminent market top. He breaks down the conditions that have historically ended major bull markets, explains why he believes today's environment differs from past bubbles, and shares his current outlook on valuations, Federal Reserve policy, and investor sentiment. The episode also covers his approach to navigating the recent market pullback, why technical trends matter more than "cheap" valuations, and how he is managing profits and positioning while waiting for the next high-conviction opportunities.
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  The Quantum Leap: Kevin Warsh, Stock Picking, and “Q Day” 21.06.2026 11min

  In this episode, Robert discusses an emerging investment theme that caught his attention after conversations with prominent technology and finance leaders: quantum computing and the cybersecurity challenges it could create. He explores the concept of "Q Day," why advances in quantum technology may eventually force governments and businesses to rethink digital security, and where investors may find opportunities as the industry develops. He also shares his framework for finding strong stocks during market pullbacks, offers thoughts on the early policy direction of new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, and explains why periods of uncertainty and volatility can often create attractive long-term buying opportunities.
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  Rare Air: Pullbacks, Fed Chairs, and Narrative Violations 07.06.2026 11min

  In this episode, Robert argues that investors can acknowledge parts of the AI boom look excessive while still participating profitably. He discusses why some AI-related stocks may experience sharp pullbacks, but notes that current market conditions still look far different from the final stages of historic bubbles. He revisits his framework of owning long-term AI "toll roads" while tactically trading AI "shovel sellers," and explains why he believes the broader AI narrative could eventually shift from fear and skepticism toward productivity, infrastructure, and economic benefits. The episode also covers market reactions to a stronger-than-expected jobs report, thoughts on a potential Fed leadership transition, and how he is managing cash and positioning during the current tech pullback. 
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  Lost in the Sauce: $DELL, SpaceX, and 100 Year Plans 31.05.2026 12min

  Are we in the middle of one of the greatest bull markets of our lifetime?In this episode, Robert Ross zooms out from the daily noise around earnings, Fed meetings, wars, tariffs, oil shocks, and market volatility to explain his “100-year market cycle” framework. Since the Great Depression, stocks have moved through long secular bull and bear markets, with each major bull cycle powered by a new wave of economic development.Today, Robert argues that artificial intelligence is the force driving the next phase of this secular bull market. He explains why this looks more like the middle of a long-term cycle than the end, why earnings growth matters more than bubble narratives, and why the S&P 500 could have far more upside if this cycle resembles previous bull markets.He also answers a listener question about whether massive SpaceX and OpenAI IPOs could mark a market top, discusses why he avoids hyped IPOs at launch, and closes with a reminder to ride the bull market without getting reckless.
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  Bears are Zoo Animals: Nvidia, Kevin Warsh, and the Toll Road of the Future 24.05.2026 10min

  In this episode, Robert explores the difference between companies building lasting AI moats versus those simply benefiting from temporary demand surges during the current boom. Using historical parallels, he explains how investors can think about “toll road” businesses versus “shovel sellers,” and why that distinction matters for long-term positioning.He also discusses how he’s approaching AI exposure in the current market, why price action still matters more than narratives, and what ongoing pessimism among investors may be signaling about the broader rally. 
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  Put Up or Shut Up: Tech Earnings, AI Doomers, and The Only Thing That Matters 03.05.2026 11min

  In this episode, Robert breaks down a pivotal week for the AI trade, where strong earnings and real revenue growth challenged many bearish narratives. He explains what these results signal about the current cycle, why market reactions matter more than opinions, and how he’s thinking about positioning after such a powerful move.He also touches on where opportunities may still exist, how to interpret sentiment and momentum after a sharp rally, and why respecting price action remains central to his approach in fast-moving markets.
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  Up And to the Right: AI Tokens, Nuclear War, and the One That Got Away 26.04.2026 12min

  In this episode, Robert challenges the idea that today’s market mirrors past bubbles and explains why the current AI cycle may be earlier than most believe. He breaks down the shift from heavy spending to real usage, why that distinction matters, and how it’s shaping his investment approach.He also covers how he’s thinking about opportunities within the AI ecosystem, the difference between broad exposure and more targeted plays, and key factors he’s watching in the near term. The episode closes with thoughts on risk management, common investor mistakes, and why mindset plays a bigger role than most people realize.