Episode Appearances
Acquired · May 18, 2026
Vanguard
“Legendary financial columnist and author who provided expertise on Vanguard and Jack Bogle's legacy”
Index fund creation and innovationMutual ownership corporate structureFee compression in asset management
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Animal Spirits Podcast · Apr 15, 2026
Everyone Back in the Boat (EP. 460)
“Cited as influential figure Ben idolized for consistent messaging on investor behavior”
Tax Alpha vs. Market Alpha in Wealth ManagementIRS Workforce Reduction and Tax Compliance RiskSoftware Sector Collapse and Semiconductor Dominance
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BiggerPockets Money Podcast · Feb 17, 2026
Paul Merriman’s 4-Step Portfolio Strategy for Long-Term Wealth
“Author of 'Your Money and Your Brain'; Merriman recommends as masterpiece on behavioral finance and investor psychology”
Index Fund Strategy and Asset Class DiversificationFactor-Based Investing and Non-Traditional Index FundsBuy-and-Hold vs. Market Timing Strategies
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The Journal. · Jan 12, 2026
How to Be an Intelligent Investor in 2026
“Wall Street Journal Intelligent Investor columnist providing investment strategy advice and market analysis for 2026”
Index fund investing strategyMarket timing and performance chasingAI bubble valuation concerns
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