Tom Gardner is CEO and co-founder of the Motley Fool. I discuss his investing philosophy, how the Motley Fool has been able to beat the market, and what strategies will work over the next decade.

Tom Gardner on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TomGardnerFool

Web: https://www.fool.com

Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction

1:30 - Where did the name "Motley Fool" came from?

3:05 - Diversification and long term investing

6:50 - Why is long term investing effective?

10:06 - Advise to a fearful beginner investor

12:12 - Impact of recent fed spending

15:10 - Bullish in 10 year horizon on entire market or certain companies?

18:28 - AI revolution impact on market

24:32 - Value investing in the next 10 years

28:45 - How to pick long term winners

32:25 - Importance of CEO ambition

33:05 - Red flag when founder CEO steps down?

37:20 - Importance of product

40:35 - Other companies with Apple like fanbase

46:00 - Indicators of growth companied keeping competitive advantage

50:09 - Keeping up with news cycles

54:47 - What makes a great analyst

58:38 - Minimum commitment to be an active investor

1:02:15 - Personal story of Tom's dad and investing

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