The Long View

Matt Hougan, a leading expert in crypto and financial technology, takes listeners on a journey through the evolution of cryptocurrency. He dispels myths around Bitcoin, comparing it to gold while addressing its role in portfolio diversification. Hougan explains how crypto can be integrated into traditional investment strategies and highlights the growth potential of Bitcoin ETFs. He also discusses the risks and challenges cryptocurrencies face, emphasizing the importance of cautious investment approaches as the landscape evolves.

Carl Tannenbaum, chief economist for Northern Trust and former risk chief at the Federal Reserve, shares insightful perspectives on current economic turbulence. He discusses the complexities of trade policies, specifically critiquing tariffs and their impact on inflation and interest rates. The conversation delves into the evolving commercial real estate landscape post-COVID, and the financial lessons learned from recent banking collapses. Tannenbaum also explores the transformative role of AI in the economy and emphasizes the need for adaptive investment strategies.

Brian Feroldi, financial educator and founder of Long Term Mindset, discusses his investing journey, company analysis, and avoiding investing pitfalls. He shares insights on market volatility, valuation challenges, and the impact of rising interest rates on stock market. The podcast emphasizes the importance of education, long-term investing, and avoiding emotional pitfalls in the current market.

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Charles Duhigg discusses effective communication and connection, emphasizing deep questioning and active listening. The podcast explores building better relationships through understanding different conversations and quiet negotiation, highlighting the importance of empathy and personalized communication. It challenges communication myths, encourages open-ended questions, and reflects on the impact of close connections on health and happiness.

Renowned investors David Herro and Rajiv Jain discuss international investing at the Morningstar Investment Conference. Topics include navigating challenges in international equity, geopolitical risks, Japanese market reforms, technology investing, and preferences in automotive manufacturers.

Guest Scott Burns, a personal finance columnist, discusses the benefits of Couch Potato Investing, simplified retirement planning with low-cost index funds, importance of diversification, annuities in retirement, home equity, relocation, working in retirement, and go-to financial resources.

Don Graves and Wade Pfau discuss the benefits of utilizing home equity in retirement planning, focusing on reverse mortgages like the HECM. They explore strategies for leveraging home equity, managing risks, and the impact on financial strategies. The podcast delves into regulatory changes, protections, legacy planning, and utilizing housing wealth for responsible retirement income planning.

Scott Rick, a marketing professor, discusses tightwads and spendthrifts in relationships. Topics include emotions in financial decisions, spectrum between spenders and savers, 'what the hell effect', societal perceptions of spending habits, and strategies for managing finances in relationships.

Andrew Blake, Associate Director of Wealth Management for Cerulli Associates, discusses challenges in the financial advisory industry, such as broker/dealer consolidation and fee compression. He explores trends like the rise of independent RIAs, the importance of financial planning mentorship, and the evolving role of technology in financial advising. The podcast also covers the need for innovation in advisor services, the impact of advisor retirements on the industry, and the integration of financial advice programs in universities.

Our guest this week is Keith Lee. Keith has been lead portfolio manager on the Brown Capital Management Small Company Strategy since 1992. He and the Small Company team were named Morningstar’s Fund Manager of the Year for Domestic Equity in 2015, and the mutual fund carries a Morningstar Medalist Rating of Gold. Keith is also a member of the board of directors and chairman of the management committee for Brown, and he has held the positions of CEO and CIO. He is a trustee of the Baltimore Community Foundation and active in many other Baltimore-based philanthropies. He holds a BA and an MBA from the University of Virginia.BackgroundBioBrown Capital ManagementBrown Capital Management Small Company StrategyBrown Capital’s Proprietary Investment Philosophy“Morningstar’s 2015 US Fund Manager of the Year Award Winners Delivered Superior Performance,” Morningstar.com, Jan. 26, 2016.Brown Capital“The Oracle of Apopka: Meet Eddie Brown, One of Wall Street’s Greatest Untold Stories,” by Antoine Gara, forbes.com, May 28, 2019.“The Case for Going Small,” browncapital.com, March 27, 2023.“I’m a Black CEO. I’ve Been Discounted on Wall Street Because of my Skin Color,” by Eddie Brown, washingtonpost.com, July 8, 2020.“Team Decisions: Why Our Investment Team Structure Helps Us Make Better Decisions,” by Keith Lee, browncapital.com, Sept. 14, 2022.“How We Think About Performance,” by Keith Lee, browncapital.com, June 30, 2022.“Small Company Team Awarded Morningstar’s High ‘People Rating,’” browncapital.com, May 22, 2022.OtherBeating the Odds: Eddie Brown’s Investing and Life Strategies, by Eddie Brown“Opposites Attract: Why Financial Services Firms and ESOPS Are Made For Each Other,” by Mary Josephs, forbes.com, June 7, 2021.“Mutual Funds 2030,” PwC study, pwc.com.“Sizing the Prize—PwC’s Global Artificial Intelligence Study: Exploiting the AI Revolution,” PwC study, pwc.com.CognexBio-TechneVeeva Systems Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.