In this special episode, we sit down with Chris Hill, former host and executive producer of Motley Fool Money and one of the most recognized voices in investing. Over his 25-year career at The Motley Fool, Chris co-created five shows about money and investing, hosted more than 3,500 episodes, and interviewed some of the biggest names in business and finance—including Malcolm Gladwell, Michael Lewis, Dan Pink, Becky Quick, and Mark Cuban.
Chris is also the narrator of Morgan Housel’s international bestseller The Psychology of Money and its New York Times best-selling follow-up Same As Ever. His audiobook narration of The Psychology of Money reached #1 on Audible’s Nonfiction bestseller list in 2023.
Join us as Chris shares insights from decades of experience, his approach to simplifying investing for beginners, and his thoughts on building financial confidence for retirement. Whether you’re just starting your investment journey or preparing for life after work, this episode delivers practical wisdom and inspiration.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro
03:03 – Chris Hill’s Journey to The Motley Fool
08:07 – Money Unplugged Podcast: The Mission, Memorable Moments, & Core Audience
18:04 – Simplifying Investing: Chris Hill’s Approach
20:56 – Investing Recommendations for TRS Members
26:04 – Most Common Investing Mistakes Influenced by Fear
28:27 – Chris Hill’s ETF Choices: Buy, Add To, & Hold Forever
31:56 – Making Investment Decisions: The “Circle of Competence”
35:18 – Chris Hill’s Three Stock Choices: Buy Now & Hold Forever
40:19 – Why Consumers Should Read Morgan Housel’s “The Art of Spending Money”
44:45 – Finding the Balance: Being Financially Prudent vs. Splurging
51:11 – Last Words & Finding Money Unplugged
53:57 – Outro
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Host: Everett Crockett
Guest: Chris Hill, Host of Money Unplugged, Former Host & Executive Producer of Motley Fool Podcast
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