Talking Real Money - Investing Talk
Talking Real Money - Investing Talk
Don McDonald
What is Risk?
29 minutes Posted Jun 9, 2026 at 4:00 pm.
Pre-Show Banter
Risk and Market Trends
Smart vs Dumb Risk
Worthwhile Portfolio Risks
Ask Questions Online
North Carolina Portfolio Question
Add Value to Stocks?
Cash Alternatives Reviewed
Writing and Research Stories
Advisor Help and Book Promo
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Don and Tom explore the difference between smart risk and dumb risk in investing, sparked by new survey data showing younger investors increasingly believe they must take big risks to achieve their financial goals. They discuss the rise in stock trading, options speculation, and meme-stock behavior, contrasting those activities with evidence-based risks such as broad stock market investing, factor tilts, and maintaining efficient use of cash. They also answer a listener question from a recent...