Financial journalist Barry Ritholtz of The Big Picture blog joins Stansberry Radio to discuss his thoughts on the financial crisis, bailouts and mortgage fraud.  Barry also gives some background on the data behind climate change, behavioral finance and trading.  Porter and Barry also debate whether Social Security is in fact a Ponzi scheme.

Ep 16 - Barry Ritholtz on Bailouts, Behavioral Finance and Ponzi Schemes.

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The show starts with Aaron and Sean Goldsmith, the Director of Stansberry Society, discussing some of the upcoming conferences and the speakers that will be attending the upcoming event in L.A.Then, this week's guest, Chris Anderson, Founder and CEO of 3D Robotics, joins the show to share some of his knowledge on upcoming technology that most people have never even heard of...You'll hear first-hand from the expert himself about three new items that are currently being worked on to get commercial adoption... you won't want to miss his comments.Porter asks Chris to comment on how these new technologies will come together to produce new tools, perhaps new industries, and which of these things he thinks is most important?Because of all the new technology constantly being developed, is there a future economy where people work less hours and view work as more leisurely? Chris gives our listeners his opinion and what he sees happening to the economy going forward.

Ep. 174 Chris Anderson: The Real Future of Technology

Porter is on vacation this week so we thought we'd sneak in an exclusive interview that he did with T. Boone Pickens at the Dallas Society Conference.As some of you might already know, T. Boone Pickens is the founder and chairman of BP Capital Management, as well as an oil expert and founder of The Pickens Plan.Every time he joins Stansberry Radio, our listeners get priceless knowledge from one of the most legendary oil icons that have ever lived.And today is no exception...Porter asks T. Boone "Would you be an investor in coal or an investor in uranium? These are two energy commodities that have seen their prices blown out." His answer includes something that a lot of investors forget about."Will there be an important decline in the price of oil because of the increasing production coming from the shale fields?""What if there is an alternative fuel is introduced that requires more crude oil to produce it?""Does OPEC have the influence it used to have and does the Middle East matter anymore?"T. Boone breaks down the real answers to these questions and so much more...

Ep. 170 T. Boone Pickens: Live From Dallas

Looking for a vacation spot?Or maybe you are looking to purchase real estate for retirement...How would you like to live in paradise for a reasonable cost?Today, Mike Cobb, Chief Executive Officer of The ECI Leadership Team, joins Stansberry Radio to talk about the opportunities available in Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Belize, and many other countries.Not only will you hear how you can make your dreams a reality, but you will learn about a fantastic investment opportunity.With the new FATCA laws in place owning foreign real estate is a great way to protect your assets.Mike reveals several ways to protect your assets as well as how to get a discount when purchasing foreign real estate.

Ep. 169 Mike Cobb: How Living in Paradise Will Protect Your Assets

This week, America's leading political satirist, journalist, and author P.J. O'Rourke joins Stansberry Radio.P.J. shares with our listeners how he went from being a hippie to a follower of capitalism to working at Rolling Stone.Something that is definitely out of the ordinary is how he started his political career... and here is where you get the real story.Then, Porter asks P.J. to share how he has been able to build such a successful career in one of the toughest industries... the publishing business.If you are interested in hearing more from P.J., he will be speaking at the upcoming S&A; Conference Series in LA.After the interview, Aaron goes through some financial headlines to get Porters take on some heated topics.And... Porter has some comments on the bond market that you won't want to miss!Then, they round up the show with their "you just can't make this stuff up" segment and an update from Captain Steve, live from the Two Suns...Plus, Porter gives away some details about the company mentioned in his latest issue of Stansberry's Investment Advisory.He says it is a very important company for Americans to be aware of because it is in the process of becoming the largest independent oil company in the U.S.It's another can't-miss show!Enjoy.

Ep. 168 P.J. O'Rourke: The Greatest American Satirist


Welcome back to Stansberry Radio.Porter starts the show with a recap from his latest Digest Premium... If you don't want to buy stocks and you don't want to think about your investments, then you won't want to miss this update.Porter then reveals a big secret about corporate bonds that most investors are unaware of… This one has huge potential.Americas Car-Mart is back in the headlines... Aaron brings up the recent recall made by GM... You won't want to miss Porter's comments.Then, their guest, author of So Much to Do: A Full Life of Business, Politics, and Confronting Fiscal Crises, Richard Ravitch, joins the show.Porter asks Richard to tell listeners what caused the financial trouble during his time in public office and what has changed with the states that are still in trouble today.You'll hear him share the most significant action made in 1975 that has made sure that New York City has not been in trouble fiscally since then. Porter asks Richard a hypothetical question and is surprised by Richard's honest and thoughtful response.It's a fantastic show and an incredible interview.

Ep 16 - Barry Ritholtz on Bailouts, Behavioral Finance and Ponzi Schemes.

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