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Episode 174: The Psychology of Investing: Understanding Market Reactions
In this episode of Retire with Style, Wade Pfau and Alex Murguia sit down with Dr. Daniel Crosby, a leading voice in behavioral finance, to unpack the psychological side of investing in today’s volatile markets. Together, they examine how market swings and media noise shape investor behavior—and why having a thoughtful media diet and disciplined decision-making framework is more important than ever. This conversation lays the foundation for next week’s episode, where the discussion will shift toward deeper questions of wealth and meaning. Listen now to learn more!
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Behavioral Finance and Market Volatility
02:56 Understanding Market Reactions and Investor Psychology
06:01 The Impact of Media on Financial Decision Making
08:47 Navigating Uncertainty in Financial Markets
12:05 The Importance of Patience and Discipline in Investing
15:03 Frameworks for Better Financial Decision Making
17:55 Conclusion and Transition to The Soul of Wealth
Links
Click here to watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6pMFE_-u0YM
The Retirement Planning Guidebook: 2nd Edition has just been updated for 2025! Visit your preferred book retailer or simply click here to order your copy today: https://www.wadepfau.com/books/
This episode is sponsored by McLean Asset Management. Visit https://www.mcleanam.com/retirement-income-planning-llm/ to download McLean’s free eBook, “Retirement Income Planning”
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By Wade Pfau & Alex Murguia
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In this episode of Retire with Style, Wade Pfau and Alex Murguia sit down with Dr. Daniel Crosby, a leading voice in behavioral finance, to unpack the psychological side of investing in today’s volatile markets. Together, they examine how market swings and media noise shape investor behavior—and why having a thoughtful media diet and disciplined decision-making framework is more important than ever. This conversation lays the foundation for next week’s episode, where the discussion will shift toward deeper questions of wealth and meaning. Listen now to learn more!
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Behavioral Finance and Market Volatility
02:56 Understanding Market Reactions and Investor Psychology
06:01 The Impact of Media on Financial Decision Making
08:47 Navigating Uncertainty in Financial Markets
12:05 The Importance of Patience and Discipline in Investing
15:03 Frameworks for Better Financial Decision Making
17:55 Conclusion and Transition to The Soul of Wealth
Links
Click here to watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6pMFE_-u0YM
The Retirement Planning Guidebook: 2nd Edition has just been updated for 2025! Visit your preferred book retailer or simply click here to order your copy today: https://www.wadepfau.com/books/
This episode is sponsored by McLean Asset Management. Visit https://www.mcleanam.com/retirement-income-planning-llm/ to download McLean’s free eBook, “Retirement Income Planning”
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