The principles of investing are fairly simple to understand. Application requires some intensity.

William Green is the author Richer, Wiser, Happier: How the World's Greatest Investors Win in Markets and Life. Green also hosts a podcast with the same title. Robert Brokamp caught up with him for a conversation about:

- What successful investing comes down to.

- The personality traits of market beaters.

- Investing lessons from Charlie Munger, Howard Marks, and John Templeton.

Companies mentioned: BRK.A, BRK.B, MKL

Host: Robert Brokamp

Guest: William Green

Producer: Ricky Mulvey

Engineer: Rick Engdahl

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