Investing Unscripted

Episódios

• 212. Stocks We Haven’t Bought…Yet 01.07.2026 59min

  We're opening up our watchlists! From luxury supercars to social media platforms, we break down why we haven't bought Ferrari, Reddit, or Rocket Lab…yet. 03:48 Watchlist Episode Setup 06:14 Ferrari Luxury Thesis 11:27 Lululemon Value Debate 19:15 Options Lessons Puts Calls 23:44 BBB Foods Watchlist Pick 29:29 Rocket Lab Valuation Debate 34:16 Options Strategy For Volatility 35:32 TransMedics Mission And Doubts 42:01 Reddit Business Model Fears 47:48 AI Data And Growth Metrics 51:22 Pick One Stock Today Companies mentioned: ISRG, LULU, MTH, RACE, RDDT, RKLB, TBBB, TMDX, TOST Find where to listen & subscribe,  portfolio contests, and contact information at https://investingunscripted.com ***************************************** To get 15% off any paid plan at fiscal.ai, visit https://fiscal.ai/unscripted Listen to the Chit Chat Stocks Podcast for discussions on stocks, financial markets, super investors, and more.  Follow the show on: Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/4SBtOWGEOmD9pmltgIXO8r?si=6213b1574ff04bce) Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chit-chat-stocks/id1437766060 YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ChitChatStocks ***************************************** Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/investingpod Subscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader (https://savvytrader.com/investingunscripted). Use code Unscripted2026 for 30% off a one-year subscription!  Find where to listen & subscribe,  portfolio contests, and contact information at https://investingunscripted.com ***************************************** To get 15% off any paid plan at fiscal.ai, visit https://fiscal.ai/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 ***************************************** Join our Patreon Subscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader. Use code Unscripted2026 for 30% off a one-year subscription! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• 211. June 2026 Mailbag 24.06.2026 53min

  In this June 2026 Mailbag, Jason and Jeff dive into OZEM, the world’s first actively managed GLP-1 weight-loss drug ETF, debating whether its steep fees are worth outsourcing your portfolio research. They also explore how generative AI is shifting white-collar labor, detail exactly how they would allocate a surprise $250,000 windfall, and answer a critical valuation question on why pre-revenue player QuantumScape still commands a multi-billion dollar market cap.  03:36 Baseball Trash Talk 04:21 Mailbag GLP-1 ETF OZEM 08:04 Active ETF Pros and Cons 15:39 AI Disruption Question 16:37 SaaS and AI Native Future 20:58 AI in Construction and Trades 22:33 AI Productivity vs Disruption 24:07 AI Makes Us Dumber 27:19 Solid Power Overview 29:20 Battery Tech Commoditization 33:43 Windfall Money Plan 39:22 Spending vs Investing Choices 42:07 QuantumScape Market Cap Companies mentioned: ABNB, BMW, DAVA, F, GOOG, GOOGL, HIMS, KNSL, LEN, LLY, MELI, META, NOW, NVDA, NVO, PFE, PYPL, QS, RKLB, SLDP, TTD  Find where to listen & subscribe,  portfolio contests, and contact information at https://investingunscripted.com ***************************************** To get 15% off any paid plan at fiscal.ai, visit https://fiscal.ai/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 ***************************************** Join our Patreon Subscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader. Use code Unscripted2026 for 30% off a one-year subscription! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• 210. Investing Unscripted, Unscripted 17.06.2026 52min

  What if AI plateaus and remains structurally mediocre?  Jason and Jeff challenge Wall Street's unstoppable narrative, talk portfolio rebalancing, and dissect the line between investing skill and pure luck.  00:29 Mailbag Callout 01:57 Episode Setup AI Doubts 04:25 Will AI Stay Mid 08:43 LLMs Limits Learning 12:36 AI In Investing Workflow 16:08 Spending Hype Reality 19:17 Deck Building First Principles 22:55 AI Adoption And Growth Math 26:34 Rebalancing In AI Mania 27:23 Trimming Winners Hedging 33:53 Allocation Decisions Retirement 38:08 Have We Just Been Lucky 45:22 Gemini Concentration Fail Companies mentioned: ADBE, AVGO, CRM, DDOG, KNSL, MELI, NVDA Find where to listen & subscribe,  portfolio contests, and contact information at https://investingunscripted.com ***************************************** To get 15% off any paid plan at fiscal.ai, visit https://fiscal.ai/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 ***************************************** Join our Patreon Subscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader. Use code Unscripted2026 for 30% off a one-year subscription! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• First Fridays 31. June 2026 14.06.2026 1h 3min

  Did the SpaceX IPO live up to the hype? We’re breaking down why Elon Musk's space venture might be a trap for retail investors, plus deep dives into The Trade Desk's struggles, QuantumScape's data center pivot, and the AI threat to Intuit. 00:41 Show Intro And Agenda 04:20 Market Vibes Check In 05:35 Dividend Portfolio Surprise 10:09 Chat Soccer Detour 12:37 Extra Time Debate 18:34 SpaceX IPO Reactions 20:52 Valuation And Competition Risks 26:53 One Year Price Bet Setup 27:32 SpaceX Valuation Debate 28:04 Livestream Banter Fixes 30:04 Portfolio Contest Update 33:40 Lessons From Bad Picks 39:55 Trade Desk Reality Check 47:50 Intuit Versus Adobe 51:15 Oracle AI Risk Talk 54:33 QuantumScape Milestones 58:17 SpaceX IPO Trap Wrap Companies mentioned: ADBE, GLW, GOOG, INTU, KNSL, LEN, MELI, META, MSFT, NOW, NVDA, ORCL, PYPL, QS, RKLB, TSLA, TSM, TTD Find where to listen & subscribe,  portfolio contests, and contact information at https://investingunscripted.com ***************************************** To get 15% off any paid plan at fiscal.ai, visit https://fiscal.ai/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 ***************************************** Join our Patreon Subscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader. Use code Unscripted2026 for 30% off a one-year subscription! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• 209. Our Best Stock Ideas Right Now 10.06.2026 57min

  In this episode, Jason and Jeff open up their "Savvy Trader" portfolio to reveal their four most recent stock purchases. They break down the evolving credit risks and e-commerce dominance of MercadoLibre, explain why ServiceNow's early AI integration makes it largely insulated from software disruption, and debate the merits of buying entry-level homebuilders like Meritage Homes during a cyclical lull. Plus, Jeff pitches point-of-sale platform Toast as it impressively flips into profitability, and the duo speed-runs through a few recent personal portfolio additions, including Procore, Kinsale Capital, and QXO. 01:56 Savvy Trader Pricing Code 03:27 Episode Format Explained 05:47 Jason Picks MercadoLibre 11:07 MELI Risks And Evolution 18:56 Jeff Picks ServiceNow 23:59 AI Disruption Debate 27:00 Key Metrics To Watch 28:56 Meritage Bull Case 30:15 Post-Crisis Housing Shift 33:44 Cycle Risks And Timing 37:27 Long-Term Time Horizon 39:15 Cyclical Trading Approach 40:17 Toast Investment Thesis 43:03 Toast Growth And Margins 46:43 Personal Picks Procore 49:46 Jason Adds Kinsale ISRG QXO Companies mentioned: BATRA, ISRG, KNSL, MELI, MTH, NOW, PCOR, QXO, TOST  Find where to listen & subscribe,  portfolio contests, and contact information at https://investingunscripted.com ***************************************** To get 15% off any paid plan at fiscal.ai, visit https://fiscal.ai/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 ***************************************** Join our PatreonSubscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader. Use code Unscripted2026 for 30% off a one-year subscription! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• 208. The 15 Investing Terms You Need to Know 03.06.2026 1h 7min

  Jason and Jeff break down 15 essential investing terms that are constantly thrown around in the financial world. The duo translates Wall Street jargon into plain English, explaining the difference between GAAP and non-GAAP metrics, why enterprise value is often more important than market cap, and how to efficiently navigate SEC filings such as 10-Ks and S-1s. Whether you're trying to figure out if your portfolio is properly allocated, want to understand where you sit in the capital stack during a bankruptcy, or just need to know what Charlie Munger really thought about adjusted EBITDA, this episode serves as the perfect reference guide for new and experienced investors alike. 03:24 GAAP vs Non GAAP Basics 05:26 Adjusted Metrics and Context 09:14 Dividends Distributions and Taxes 14:02 SEC Filings Overview 17:06 10-K 10-Q and Using AI 21:29 Proxy Statements and Incentives 22:48 S-1 IPO Filings Explained 25:29 Asset Allocation and Position Sizing 28:31 Bull Bear and Market Corrections 32:08 Board of Directors Role 33:27 Board Fiduciary Duties 35:03 Capital Basics Explained 37:33 Debt vs Equity Stack 41:33 Bond Market Signals 42:15 Dollar Cost Averaging 44:05 Earnings and EPS 48:31 FFO for REITs 51:08 Market Cap vs EV 54:18 Cash Flow vs Free Cash 57:25 Funds Indexes and ETFs 59:37 Sectors vs Industries 01:00:44 Valuation Metrics Overview Companies mentioned: AAPL, BN, BRK.B, COST, MA, SAVE, TSLA, TXN, V Find where to listen & subscribe,  portfolio contests, and contact information at https://investingunscripted.com ***************************************** To get 15% off any paid plan at fiscal.ai, visit https://fiscal.ai/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 ***************************************** Join our PatreonSubscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• 207. Missing Fads with Brian Stoffel 27.05.2026 1h 1min

  In this episode of Investing Unscripted, Jason and Jeff are joined by longtime friend and investing educator Brian Stoffel. Brian shares his fascinating journey from a middle school writing teacher in Washington, D.C., to discovering Warren Buffett in Costa Rica, and eventually becoming a prominent writer for The Motley Fool. The trio dives deep into Brian's investing evolution—blending the extreme optimism of David Gardner with the anti-fragility of Nassim Taleb—and the painful valuation lessons learned during the 2022 bear market. They also tackle the burning question: "Will AI kill SaaS?", exploring the protective moats of high switching costs, physical world connections, and mission-critical proprietary data.  01:47 Dave Ramsey Story 04:00 From Teacher to Fool 07:25 Buffett Book and Costa Rica 11:56 Berkshire Meeting Takeaways 18:33 Evolving Investing Style 25:30 AI and SaaS Moats 29:15 SaaS Winners in Selloff 29:47 Shopify and Toast Moats 31:56 Physical World Edge 32:54 Proprietary vs Synthetic Data 34:23 Leadership and SaaS Evolution 36:17 Margins TAM and Volume 37:23 Compute Costs and Jevons 43:16 AI Everywhere Anecdotes 45:58 Investor Mindset Rules 47:32 Fads Position Sizing 52:33 Luck Skill and Plugs 56:51 Closing Thanks Disclaimer Check out Brian’s work: https://www.stockinvestingmentor.com Companies mentioned: AMZN, AXON, CRM, CRWD, DDD, GOOG, GOOGL, NET, NFLX, NVDA, SHOP, SSYS, TOST, TTD Find where to listen & subscribe,  portfolio contests, and contact information at https://investingunscripted.com ***************************************** To get 15% off any paid plan at fiscal.ai, visit https://fiscal.ai/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 ***************************************** Join our PatreonSubscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• 206. May 2026 Mailbag 20.05.2026 1h 4min

  In the May 2026 Mailbag, Jason and Jeff tackle a series of compelling listener questions, starting with a deep dive into whether "vibe coding" and agentic AI are truly an existential threat to major SaaS companies like Salesforce and Snowflake. The duo also untangles the complicated corporate web of Brookfield Infrastructure (BIPC vs. BIP), exploring why the company might finally be moving to ditch its limited partnership structure. Later, they revisit the ongoing struggles at The Trade Desk, debate the concept of "regret minimization" when dealing with massive winners like Rocket Lab and Nvidia, and discuss how to properly balance single-company risk versus overall portfolio volatility. 00:48 West Coast Game Time Rant 02:46 Mailbag and Discord Shoutout 03:56 Ryan Email and Mascot Story 05:47 Baseball Chaos to Investing Lesson 07:47 AI Versus SaaS Debate 11:15 Pricing Models and Moats 22:11 Brookfield BIP Versus BIPC Explained 26:38 Why BIPC Dropped and Simplification 30:25 Discord Questions Teaser 30:52 Trade Desk Doubts 35:54 Valuation Reality Check 38:55 Execution Not Value 40:10 Rocket Lab Concentration 41:55 Regret Minimization 46:55 Singles vs Home Runs 49:22 Vinnie Risk Trimming 50:06 Three Types of Risk 54:50 Money Unplugged Reflections Companies mentioned: ADBE, ADSK, BAM, BEP, BEPC, BIP, BIPC, CRM, NBIS, NVDA, RKLB, SHOP, SNOW, TTD Find where to listen & subscribe,  portfolio contests, and contact information at https://investingunscripted.com ***************************************** To get 15% off any paid plan at fiscal.ai, visit https://fiscal.ai/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 ***************************************** Join our PatreonSubscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• 205. The 3 Questions Every Investor Should Answer 13.05.2026 56min

  Jason and Jeff strip investing down to its core framework. They break down the "Why, What, and How" that every investor needs to answer to build a sustainable and successful portfolio. The duo explores how to align your asset allocation with your time horizon, debates the merits of "set it and forget it" target-date funds versus active stock picking, and highlights the hidden drag of high mutual fund fees. They also tackle the psychological battle of lump-sum investing versus dollar-cost averaging and explain why tracking your overall net worth is far healthier than obsessing over individual stock movements.  01:11 Three Buckets Framework 03:45 Define Your Why 04:51 Goals And Time Horizons 08:59 Multiple Goals In Life 11:37 Choose Investor Style 13:30 Target Date Basics 18:20 Fees And Fund Reality 23:31 Avoid Overactivity Trap 25:39 Build A Repeatable Process 27:58 Tracking Performance Wisely 29:19 Detach Stock From Business 30:33 Keep Score With Benchmarks 34:01 Net Worth And Debt Tracking 35:54 Fee-Only Advisor Check In 38:51 Lump Sum Vs Dollar Cost 43:30 Tax Buckets And Accounts 47:40 Roth Limits And Workarounds 49:18 Options Income Tax Placement 50:56 Build A Review Checklist Companies mentioned: AVGO, FTNT, NFLX, NVDA Find where to listen & subscribe,  portfolio contests, and contact information at https://investingunscripted.com ***************************************** To get 15% off any paid plan at fiscal.ai, visit https://fiscal.ai/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 ***************************************** Join our PatreonSubscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• 204. Stocks for the AI Hater 06.05.2026 59min

  In this episode, Jason and Jeff take a much-needed break from the relentless AI hype cycle to focus on "boring" but beautiful businesses. The duo builds an "Anti-AI" portfolio of companies that are positioned to thrive regardless of whether the tech boom goes bust. They break down the pricing power and operational efficiency of retail giants Costco and TJX Companies, unpack the ongoing roll-up strategy of Brad Jacobs' QXO, and explore high-yield opportunities in REITs like CareTrust and EPR Properties. Plus, Jason makes the case for investing with the ultra-wealthy by buying shares of the Atlanta Braves, taking plenty of shots at Jeff's beloved New York Mets along the way.  01:42 Why Look Beyond AI 07:27 AI Backlash and Reality Check 11:00 Berkshire Weekend Teaser 11:53 Picking AI Proof Stocks 12:55 Costco as Safe Retailer 16:40 Costco Ops and Tech Edge 21:37 TJX Treasure Hunt Model 25:49 Phinia Gas Engine Parts 29:29 Commercial Auto Parts Angle 30:10 Delphi Brand Recognition 30:33 QXO Rollup Strategy 32:56 Synergies And TopBuild Deal 38:12 Tech Stack Efficiency Play 39:05 CareTrust REIT Overview 42:23 EPR Experiential REIT 45:42 EPR Dividend Growth Case 46:48 Braves Stock BATRA Pitch 50:32 Stadium Real Estate Upside 51:54 Valuation Versus Padres Deal Companies mentioned: BATRA, COST, CTRE, EPR, PHIN, QXO, TJX Find where to listen & subscribe,  portfolio contests, and contact information at https://investingunscripted.com ***************************************** To get 15% off any paid plan at fiscal.ai, visit https://fiscal.ai/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 ***************************************** Join our PatreonSubscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• First Fridays 30. May 2026 04.05.2026 51min

  Join Jason and Jeff for the May First Fridays stream as they review the Portfolio Contest leaderboard, debate Duolingo's AI risks, and unpack the Starbucks turnaround under Brian Niccol. 02:01 Gemini Promo Video Fails 04:11 Portfolio Contest Update 09:44 Late Entries Penalty Tab 11:38 Ratings Reviews Push 13:46 Title Month Mixup 17:21 Duolingo Earnings Debate 22:43 AI Efficiency Threats 24:56 SaaS Risk Positioning 26:40 Gemini Video Fail 30:18 AI Thumbnail Drama 33:14 Starbucks Turnaround Signs 37:19 China Strategy Shift 40:44 Operational Fixes Ahead 42:47 Disruption Beyond Rivals 43:49 Earnings Season Winners Companies mentioned: AMD, AMZN, BE, DUOL, FIX, GOOG, GOOGL, HOOD, IBM, KNSL, LKNCY, MELI, META, NOW, ROKU, SBUX, SOFI, TTD, TXN, VRT Find where to listen & subscribe,  portfolio contests, and contact information at https://investingunscripted.com ***************************************** To get 15% off any paid plan at fiscal.ai, visit https://fiscal.ai/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 ***************************************** Join our PatreonSubscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• 203. April 2026 Mailbag 29.04.2026 52min

  In this April 2026 Mailbag, Jason and Jeff tackle a massive listener question about portfolio concentration in retirement, debating the merits of holding onto tiny "VC-minded" positions like Warby Parker and QuantumScape versus consolidating into bigger winners. They also provide an update on the "boring" but beautiful Brookfield Infrastructure, exploring its pivot toward modern assets like semiconductor fabs and its impressive 17-year streak of dividend increases. Later, they unpack the nuances of the private credit scare—and why major banks might have more exposure than investors realize.  00:35 Spotify Review Challenge 04:43 Retirement Portfolio Breakdown 06:20 Concentration vs Diversification 10:54 Options Income Bucket 12:49 Trim Small Positions 17:58 Enjoy Investing vs Indexing 19:57 Taxes and Ezra Klein Plug 20:55 Brookfield Infrastructure Update 22:52 Modern Infrastructure Shift 23:21 Intel Ohio Fab Deal 23:47 Energy Pivot Opportunities 24:35 Leadership Sam Pollock 26:38 Market Sensitivity Brookfield 28:35 Dividend Yield Return Math 30:45 Private Credit Reality Check 37:06 Risk Discounting Framework 38:35 AI Prompts Investing Workflow 40:41 AI Bias And Transcript Shortcuts 46:52 Comment Of The Month Wrap Companies mentioned: ADBE, AXON, BAM, BIP, BIPC, INTC, JPM, NVDA, OWL, QS, ROKU, SOFI, WFC, WRBY, ZM Find where to listen & subscribe,  portfolio contests, and contact information at https://investingunscripted.com ***************************************** To get 15% off any paid plan at fiscal.ai, visit https://fiscal.ai/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 ***************************************** Join our PatreonSubscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• 202. I (Still) Gotta Think About That One 22.04.2026 1h

  In this episode of Investing Unscripted, Jason and Jeff revive a fan-favorite format: letting AI randomly select stocks from their personal portfolios for a rapid-fire review. For each chosen stock, the hosts must explain what the company does, build the best "bear case" against it, and declare whether they would buy it at today's prices. Jeff tackles the tech heavyweights, defending Nvidia against the threat of purpose-built AI chips, exploring how "vibe coding" could eat away at Shopify's margins, and evaluating CrowdStrike's post-outage reality. Meanwhile, Jason embraces his love for "boring" businesses, breaking down the massive cash flows of pipeline operator Enterprise Products Partners, the underwriting discipline of internet-bank Axos Financial, and the cost-of-capital risks for Clearway Energy. 03:13 Spotify Ratings Challenge 04:24 Pick 1 CrowdStrike Bear Case 08:00 Quantum and AI Disruption Talk 14:21 Pick 2 Enterprise Products Explained 20:13 Would You Buy It Valuation Talk 25:09 Pick 3 Nvidia Bear Case Setup 27:47 Nvidia Valuation Debate 30:41 Nvidia Bear Case Shifts 34:40 Axos Financial Overview 36:19 Axos Bank Risks 40:48 Shopify Bear Thesis 43:01 Shopify Platform Risks 51:33 Clearway Energy Yieldco Companies mentioned: AX, CRWD, CWEN, EPD, NVDA, SHOP Find where to listen & subscribe,  portfolio contests, and contact information at https://investingunscripted.com ***************************************** To get 15% off any paid plan at fiscal.ai, visit https://fiscal.ai/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 ***************************************** Join our PatreonSubscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• 201. SpaceX’s $2 Trillion IPO and the Space Economy with Lou Whiteman 15.04.2026 48min

  In this episode, Jason and Jeff bring on Motley Fool analyst Lou Whiteman for a masterclass on investing in the space industry. They break down the hype surrounding SpaceX's potential $2 trillion IPO and debate how much of that valuation is actually justified by its core businesses (Launch, Starlink, Starshield, xAI). Lou outlines his five distinct buckets of the space economy—ranging from launch infrastructure and connectivity to Earth observation and defense tech—and shares why companies like Rocket Lab and Redwire are catching his eye. Plus, Lou reveals the sub-sectors he’s actively avoiding and explains why traditional defense contractors like Lockheed Martin might currently be the most compelling way to play the space boom. 03:08 SpaceX Business Breakdown 05:55 Space Market Tailwinds 08:49 Why Launch Demand Surges 11:20 New Space Use Cases 14:48 SpaceX IPO Valuation Math 19:14 IPO Pricing and Aftermarket 23:11 What Success Looks Like 23:36 Capital Needs Debate 24:40 Starship Risks Ahead 25:46 Space Investing Ad Break 27:13 Mapping Space Sectors 30:59 Where Space Gets Risky 36:20 Top Picks To Research 40:16 Consolidation And Legacy Primes 41:28 Avoiding Hype Traps Companies mentioned: AMZN, ASTS, BKSY, GSAT, KTOS, LDOS, LHX, LMT, LUNR, META, NOC, PL, RDW, RKLB, TMUS, TSLA, V, VZ Find where to listen & subscribe,  portfolio contests, and contact information at https://investingunscripted.com ***************************************** To get 15% off any paid plan at fiscal.ai, visit https://fiscal.ai/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 ***************************************** Join our PatreonSubscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• First Fridays 29. April 2026 13.04.2026 1h 3min

  In the April 2026 First Friday livestream, Jason and Jeff break down the current "market vibes," debating whether the market's resilience is masking a hair-trigger sensitivity to AI hype and PR spin. They announce the Q1 winner of the listener portfolio contest—congratulations to Discord member Vinny G!—and review the progress of their own 2026 picks. The duo dives deep into the executive turnover at The Trade Desk, the slow-moving turnaround at PayPal, and whether Kinsale Capital is simply a cyclical price taker or a highly efficient operator. Plus, Jason reveals his new Roth 401 (k) strategy, and Jeff vehemently defends his "lazy" personal finance choices. 03:01 Market Vibes Resilience 06:26 AI Hype And Volatility 09:54 Cybersecurity Rumor Debate 12:19 Cringey AI Promo Clip 14:35 Portfolio Contest Rules 16:31 Q1 Winner And Charity 21:09 Patreon Standings And Long Game 24:22 Portfolio Reflections And Trade Desk 28:00 Board Sale Speculation 30:49 Backing Jeff Green 32:19 Position Sizing Rules 32:45 Founder vs Operator Debate 37:11 Kinsale Competition Pressure 38:40 Kinsale Underwriting Edge 42:23 Specialty Insurance Tailwinds 45:30 PayPal Value Trap Risk 52:15 Roth 401k Moves 55:20 Roth Optionality Strategy 57:46 Favorite Dividend Picks Companies mentioned: BIP, BIPC, BORR, CTRE, EPR, GOOG, GOOGL, KNSL, MA, MELI, NOW, PLSDF, PLTR, PYPL, RBRK, RKLB, SECYF, TTD Find where to listen & subscribe,  portfolio contests, and contact information at https://investingunscripted.com ***************************************** To get 15% off any paid plan at fiscal.ai, visit https://fiscal.ai/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 ***************************************** Join our PatreonSubscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• 200. 200 Stocks for 200 Episodes 08.04.2026 50min

  In this milestone 200th episode of Investing Unscripted (yes, the last episode was an April Fool's joke!), we tackle a question that plagues many investors: how many individual stocks should you actually own? We debate the merits of a heavily concentrated portfolio versus broad diversification, especially during periods of market uncertainty. We also unpack the psychological dangers of blindly adding to your winners and why it's crucial to adapt your investing strategy as your personal financial goals change over time. 03:13 Spotify Ratings Challenge 05:04 How Many Stocks 06:30 Concentration vs Diversification 09:06 Is This More Uncertain 14:11 Should Uncertainty Change Holdings 15:48 Jason Reframes Portfolio Size 21:25 Portfolio Size Debate 23:55 Conviction Versus Bias 26:58 Averaging Up Winners 28:42 Kinsale Capital Case 32:59 Watchlist FOMO Trap 34:48 Concentration And Time 40:05 Automate When Anxious 43:15 Humility And Evolving Companies mentioned: AAPL, AMZN, CDNS, CRWD, DFH, GE, JRVR, KNSL, MSFT, NVDA, S, SNPS, TOST, TTD Find where to listen & subscribe,  portfolio contests, and contact information at https://investingunscripted.com ***************************************** To get 15% off any paid plan at fiscal.ai, visit https://fiscal.ai/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 ***************************************** Join our PatreonSubscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• 199. Knowing When to End a Good Thing 01.04.2026 30min

  In this monumental episode of Investing Unscripted, Jason and Jeff announce that they are bringing the podcast to an end—just one episode shy of their 200th milestone. This short reflection episode looks back on past guests, topics, and what had the biggest impact. 01:00 Why the Show Is Ending 02:28 Retrospective and Keeping It Light 03:28 Favorite Guests and Surprise Connections 05:40 Jim Gillies and Early Episodes 06:37 First Friday Livestream Memories 08:06 Podcast Community and Crossovers 09:25 Behind the Scenes Editing and Filler Words 10:21 How Podcasting Shaped Investing Views 11:14 Podcast Shapes Investing 13:40 Investor Identity Distilled 16:31 Talking Through Ideas 18:02 Favorite Episode Formats 20:46 Running Toward Fires 26:54 Wrap Up And Thanks Companies mentioned: BAM, BN, CRWD, MSFT, S Find where to listen & subscribe,  portfolio contests, and contact information at https://investingunscripted.com ***************************************** To get 15% off any paid plan at fiscal.ai, visit https://fiscal.ai/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 ***************************************** Join our PatreonSubscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• 198. March 2026 Mailbag 25.03.2026 54min

  In this month's mailbag, Jason and Jeff tackle a wide array of listener questions, ranging from the tax efficiency of holding dividend stocks in taxable accounts to the potential risks of the NASDAQ fast-tracking private giants like SpaceX into its indexes. They also weigh in on newlyweds combining finances and choosing between brokerages like Schwab and Fidelity. Finally, the duo breaks down Walker & Dunlop's recent post-earnings stock drop and debates where to safely park your cash after hitting a major savings goal. 03:14 Taxable Dividend Strategy 11:54 Nasdaq Index Rule Changes 20:27 Dividend Bucket Rethink 25:57 Dividend Growth Compounding 26:38 Mastercard Low-Yield Lesson 27:42 Instagram Mailbag Setup 28:50 Consolidating Brokerage Accounts 31:47 Schwab Versus Fidelity 34:22 Combining Finances After Marriage 35:45 Money Talks and Guardrails 40:12 Walker and Dunlop Earnings 42:43 Investing After Saving Goal 45:43 Risk Spectrum and Time Horizon Companies mentioned: AAPL, BOC, CRM, MA, META, MTH, QQQ, SCHW, WD Find where to listen & subscribe,  portfolio contests, and contact information at https://investingunscripted.com ***************************************** To get 15% off any paid plan at fiscal.ai, visit https://fiscal.ai/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 ***************************************** Join our PatreonSubscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• 197. Investing Through Chaos 18.03.2026 55min

  Jason and Jeff tackle the current wave of market chaos—from oil price spikes and tariffs to the "AI is killing software" narrative. They dive into how they're personally navigating the noise, sharing recent portfolio additions such as Phinia (PHIN) and Clearway Energy that appear insulated from the macroeconomic volatility. They also unpack the AI software scare with deep dives into Toast, ServiceNow, and Procore, and Jason issues a warning about the hidden risks lurking in the booming private credit market. 01:19 AI Tariffs Oil Backdrop 03:38 Housekeeping Mailbag Plug 04:42 Staying the Course 07:18 Markets Recover Before Clarity 12:04 Stock Pick PHIN 19:01 Renewables Reality Check 20:54 Clearway Energy Buy 24:50 Energy Security and Oil Flows 26:36 Oil And Geopolitics 27:29 Krugman On Price Spikes 30:33 Toast Stock Breakdown 35:44 ServiceNow AI Strategy 37:35 Procore Construction Software 42:17 Private Credit Risks 47:38 Staying Invested In Chaos 49:19 Process Over Headlines Companies mentioned: BAM, BEP, BX, CPNG, CWEN, DASH, ENPH, FOUR, KKR, NOW, ORCL, OWL, PCOR, PHIN, PYPL, SHOP, SQ, TOST Find where to listen & subscribe,  portfolio contests, and contact information at https://investingunscripted.com ***************************************** To get 15% off any paid plan at fiscal.ai, visit https://fiscal.ai/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 ***************************************** Join our PatreonSubscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
• First Fridays 28. March 2026 15.03.2026 1h 5min

  In this slightly belated "First Fridays" live stream, we dive into the current "vibes" of the stock market, check in on the 2026 Portfolio Contest, debate the long-term viability of MercadoLibre's lending business, and talk about Greg Abel’s first annual letter to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders. 01:53 Index Funds Running Joke 04:08 Market Vibes Check 06:28 K Shaped Economy Talk 12:09 Portfolio Contest Update 23:46 QuantumScape Buy Explained 27:59 Donut Labs Battery Debate 30:57 Battery Value Metrics 31:34 Kids Pick Stocks 32:58 Market Moves This Week 36:56 MercadoLibre Discount Debate 44:42 Options Premiums Q&A 47:13 Using Claude for Research 50:27 Greg Abel Letter Take 55:30 Berkshire After Buffett Companies mentioned: AAPL, AMZN, AXP, BRK.B, ENR, KNSL, KO, MCO, MELI, QS, RKLB, TM Find where to listen & subscribe,  portfolio contests, and contact information at https://investingunscripted.com ***************************************** To get 15% off any paid plan at fiscal.ai, visit https://fiscal.ai/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 ***************************************** Join our PatreonSubscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices