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US Market Commentary

To Fight Another Day: With Guests Alex Imas & Mary Stockwell

Why do we tend to seek more risk in the face of losses when those losses are only on paper and aren't yet finalized?
June 3, 2024

Choiceology's Guide to Better Decisions: With Guests James Korris, Carey Morewedge & Jack Soll

What are some strategies that can help you mitigate cognitive biases and make better decisions?
May 20, 2024

The Charmer's Playbook: With Guests Wilfred Webster & Daniel Read

Why do we allow our judgments of one trait of a person (or product or company) to overly influence our judgments of another, unrelated trait of that same person or product or company?
May 6, 2024

(Bonus) Does Your Portfolio Need Decluttering?

In the spirit of spring cleaning, Susan Hirshman returns for a bonus episode to share helpful methods for decluttering your portfolio.
April 29, 2024

Recipe for Success: With Guests Simon Rogan & Michele Gelfand

How do strict and relaxed cultures affect the quality of our decisions? And how can you find the sweet spot between the two, depending on your goals?
April 22, 2024

Take the Deal! With Guests Daniel Kahneman, Colin Camerer & Luis Green (Rebroadcast)

Daniel Kahneman explains why risky propositions tend to look different when you’re already behind.
April 8, 2024

Top of Mind: With Guests John Farrell & Manasvini Singh

Why do we weigh recent events so heavily? And how does this tendency impact important decisions, like whom to vote for or how to conduct medical procedures?
March 25, 2024

Options Trading: Covered Call Strategy Basics

Understanding how this options strategy works could help traders potentially earn income from stocks they own, but it's not without risks. Take the time to learn what's involved.
August 27, 2025

Do Investing Pros Make Smart Buy and Sell Decisions?

Alex Imas, professor of behavioral science and economics at Chicago Booth, visits to discuss new research into the effects of heuristic thinking on institutional investors' performance.
March 18, 2024

Cryptocurrencies: Should You Invest in Them?

Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies have been growing in popularity for years, and now bitcoin exchange-traded funds are available. If you're considering investing, here are some key things you should know first.
March 13, 2024

Repeat After Me: With Guests Jennifer LeMesurier & Tali Sharot

Why is it that when we see the same statement multiple times, we are more likely to believe it's true?
March 11, 2024

How Can You Save for College?

What financial tools and strategies are available to those planning for college expenses?
March 4, 2024

Cryptocurrencies: What Are They?

Interest in cryptocurrencies has soared in recent years. Understandably, investors have questions—here are answers to some of the most common.
February 23, 2024

What Should You Do with Your Employee Stock?

Whether it's stock options, restricted stock units, an employee stock purchase plan, or some other form of equity compensation, many companies offer this vital benefit to employees. But once you have it, what should you do with it?
February 19, 2024

(Bonus) Do Super Bowl Wins Diminish in Value?

In this short bonus episode from Financial Decoder, host Mark Riepe connects the Super Bowl LVIII matchup to the concept of economic utility.
February 9, 2024

Should You Trust Popular Trading Proverbs?

When navigating the world of stock trading, what kernels of truth can you take from some of the most ubiquitous trading proverbs?
February 5, 2024

10 Answers to Common Investing Questions

Discover expert answers to some of the most common questions about investing. We'll cover topics like why to invest, when to invest, how much to invest, and more.
January 22, 2024

Back in Black: S&P 500 Hits All-Time High

While the S&P 500's all-time high hasn't been accompanied by other parts of the market (notably, small caps), further gains are possible if breadth firms up.
January 22, 2024

Investing Glossary: 100+ Terms and Definitions

Get definitions for more than 100 common investing terms.
January 22, 2024

Should You Roll Over Your Retirement Account?

What options do you have when leaving a job where you hold an employer-sponsored retirement account?
December 18, 2023

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