The Security Analysis Podcast

This podcast is a discussion between Matt Cochrane & I about the book, Nothing But Net: 10 Timeless Stock Picking Lessons from one of Wall Street’s Top Tech Analysts by Mark Mahaney. Mark Mahaney was an early analyst of internet companies in the late ‘90s and has continued to invest in these companies over the decades.The book is interesting because it’s a real world account of a growth investor who endured both the internet bubble & financial crisis and has still put together a strong track record. The book is structured into 10 individual lessons for tech oriented growth investors, which Matt & I go through on this podcast, one by one.Links:* Nothing But Net: 10 Timeless Stock Picking Lessons from one of Wall Street’s Top Tech Analysts: https://www.amazon.com/Nothing-But-Net-Timeless-Stock-Picking-ebook/dp/B09889SCSY/DisclaimerNothing on this substack is investment advice.The information in this article is for information and discussion purposes only. It does not constitute a recommendation to purchase or sell any financial instruments or other products. Investment decisions should not be made with this article and one should take into account the investment objectives or financial situation of any particular person or institution.Investors should obtain advice based on their own individual circumstances from their own tax, financial, legal, and other advisers about the risks and merits of any transaction before making an investment decision, and only make such decisions on the basis of the investor’s own objectives, experience, and resources.The information contained in this article is based on generally-available information and, although obtained from sources believed to be reliable, its accuracy and completeness cannot be assured, and such information may be incomplete or condensed.Investments in financial instruments or other products carry significant risk, including the possible total loss of the principal amount invested. This article and its author do not purport to identify all the risks or material considerations that may be associated with entering into any transaction. This author accepts no liability for any loss (whether direct, indirect, or consequential) that may arise from any use of the information contained in or derived from this website. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.securityanalysis.org/subscribe

This episode is with a returning guest to the podcast - Tobias Carlisle.We talk about his new book, “Soldier of Fortune: Warren Buffett, Sun Tzu, and the Ancient Art of Risk Taking”The book takes a close look at Sun Tzu’s philosophy and then applies it to the deal making of Warren Buffett. The book focuses on Warren Buffett’s deals since Coke. I like this because the focus of Buffett books is often prior to this, but this focuses on “recent” deals.Links* Soldier of Fortune: Warren Buffett, Sun Tzu and the Ancient Art of Risk-Taking https://www.amazon.com/Soldier-Fortune-Buffett-Ancient-Risk-Taking-ebook/dp/B0FT516BDW* My last conversation with Tobias, with links to the other episodes as well: DisclaimerNothing on this substack is investment advice.The information in this article is for information and discussion purposes only. It does not constitute a recommendation to purchase or sell any financial instruments or other products. Investment decisions should not be made with this article and one should take into account the investment objectives or financial situation of any particular person or institution.Investors should obtain advice based on their own individual circumstances from their own tax, financial, legal, and other advisers about the risks and merits of any transaction before making an investment decision, and only make such decisions on the basis of the investor’s own objectives, experience, and resources.The information contained in this article is based on generally-available information and, although obtained from sources believed to be reliable, its accuracy and completeness cannot be assured, and such information may be incomplete or condensed.Investments in financial instruments or other products carry significant risk, including the possible total loss of the principal amount invested. This article and its author do not purport to identify all the risks or material considerations that may be associated with entering into any transaction. This author accepts no liability for any loss (whether direct, indirect, or consequential) that may arise from any use of the information contained in or derived from this website. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.securityanalysis.org/subscribe

In this podcast, Matt Cochrane & I discuss “The Outsiders: Eight Unconventional CEOs” and their radically rational blueprint for success by William Thorndike Jr.The book was written in 2012 and breaks down 8 amazing CEO’s. The CEO’s discussed are: Henry Singelton, Warren Buffett, Tom Murphy, John Malone, Dick Smith, Bill Anders, and Bill Stiriz, and Katharine Graham.I had never read this book, but Matt did. I’m glad he suggested it because I really enjoyed it.LinksThe Outsiders: Eight Unconventional CEOs: https://www.amazon.com/Outsiders-Unconventional-Radically-Rational-Blueprint/dp/1422162672DisclaimerNothing on this substack is investment advice.The information in this article is for information and discussion purposes only. It does not constitute a recommendation to purchase or sell any financial instruments or other products. Investment decisions should not be made with this article and one should take into account the investment objectives or financial situation of any particular person or institution.Investors should obtain advice based on their own individual circumstances from their own tax, financial, legal, and other advisers about the risks and merits of any transaction before making an investment decision, and only make such decisions on the basis of the investor’s own objectives, experience, and resources.The information contained in this article is based on generally-available information and, although obtained from sources believed to be reliable, its accuracy and completeness cannot be assured, and such information may be incomplete or condensed.Investments in financial instruments or other products carry significant risk, including the possible total loss of the principal amount invested. This article and its author do not purport to identify all the risks or material considerations that may be associated with entering into any transaction. This author accepts no liability for any loss (whether direct, indirect, or consequential) that may arise from any use of the information contained in or derived from this website. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.securityanalysis.org/subscribe

Matt Cochrane & I recently read “The Einstein of Money: The Life and Timeless Financial Wisdom of Benjamin Graham.” This podcast is a discussion about this book.The book alternates between vivid chapters about Graham’s remarkable life story and follows with chapters that offer clear explanations of his most enduring financial principles. It’s a fascinating portrait of the man who pioneered value investing and mentored Warren Buffett.Links* The Einstein of Money: The Life and Timeless Financial Wisdom of Benjamin Graham: https://www.amazon.com/Einstein-Money-Timeless-Financial-Benjamin-ebook/dp/B009IUPNXM/DisclaimerNothing on this substack is investment advice.The information in this article is for information and discussion purposes only. It does not constitute a recommendation to purchase or sell any financial instruments or other products. Investment decisions should not be made with this article and one should take into account the investment objectives or financial situation of any particular person or institution.Investors should obtain advice based on their own individual circumstances from their own tax, financial, legal, and other advisers about the risks and merits of any transaction before making an investment decision, and only make such decisions on the basis of the investor’s own objectives, experience, and resources.The information contained in this article is based on generally-available information and, although obtained from sources believed to be reliable, its accuracy and completeness cannot be assured, and such information may be incomplete or condensed.Investments in financial instruments or other products carry significant risk, including the possible total loss of the principal amount invested. This article and its author do not purport to identify all the risks or material considerations that may be associated with entering into any transaction. This author accepts no liability for any loss (whether direct, indirect, or consequential) that may arise from any use of the information contained in or derived from this website. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.securityanalysis.org/subscribe

In this episode, Jared Dillian returns to the podcast. We’ve talked before and I encourage you to check out those episodes, discussing his short story collection (Night Moves) and his personal finance book, No worries. For those unfamiliar with his work, Jared was previously a trader at Lehman Brothers, writes the Daily Dirtnap financial newsletter, and is a prolific writer. Today we’re talking about a little about finance and his latest essay collection, Rule 62: Meditations on Success and Spirituality.LinksRule 62: Meditations on Success and Spirituality: https://www.amazon.com/Rule-62-Meditations-Success-Spirituality-ebook/dp/B0F7RPZYV3DisclaimerNothing on this substack is investment advice.The information in this article is for information and discussion purposes only. It does not constitute a recommendation to purchase or sell any financial instruments or other products. Investment decisions should not be made with this article and one should take into account the investment objectives or financial situation of any particular person or institution.Investors should obtain advice based on their own individual circumstances from their own tax, financial, legal, and other advisers about the risks and merits of any transaction before making an investment decision, and only make such decisions on the basis of the investor’s own objectives, experience, and resources.The information contained in this article is based on generally-available information and, although obtained from sources believed to be reliable, its accuracy and completeness cannot be assured, and such information may be incomplete or condensed.Investments in financial instruments or other products carry significant risk, including the possible total loss of the principal amount invested. This article and its author do not purport to identify all the risks or material considerations that may be associated with entering into any transaction. This author accepts no liability for any loss (whether direct, indirect, or consequential) that may arise from any use of the information contained in or derived from this website. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.securityanalysis.org/subscribe

Today I’m speaking with Nick Maggiulli. Nick is the COO of Ritholtz Wealth Management. His blog, Dollars and Data, explores a variety of financial topics with actual data & facts as opposed to vague opinions, which is what a lot of financial blogs do.He’s a returning guest to the podcast. We previously discussed his book, Just Keep Buying.Today, we’re talking about his new book, The Wealth Ladder. The Wealth Ladder is unique in that it breaks down personal finance strategies at different stages of the wealth building journey. It’s unique because a lot of personal finance books are aimed at a very specific audience at a very specific level of the wealth ladder, and he explores all of it. It’s a great book and I highly recommend that you check it out!Links* The Wealth Ladder: https://www.amazon.com/Wealth-Ladder-Proven-Strategies-Financial-ebook/dp/B0DKMPFTR3* Dollars and Data: https://ofdollarsanddata.com/* Nick’s original podcast appearence: DisclaimerNothing on this substack is investment advice.The information in this article is for information and discussion purposes only. It does not constitute a recommendation to purchase or sell any financial instruments or other products. Investment decisions should not be made with this article and one should take into account the investment objectives or financial situation of any particular person or institution.Investors should obtain advice based on their own individual circumstances from their own tax, financial, legal, and other advisers about the risks and merits of any transaction before making an investment decision, and only make such decisions on the basis of the investor’s own objectives, experience, and resources.The information contained in this article is based on generally-available information and, although obtained from sources believed to be reliable, its accuracy and completeness cannot be assured, and such information may be incomplete or condensed.Investments in financial instruments or other products carry significant risk, including the possible total loss of the principal amount invested. This article and its author do not purport to identify all the risks or material considerations that may be associated with entering into any transaction. This author accepts no liability for any loss (whether direct, indirect, or consequential) that may arise from any use of the information contained in or derived from this website. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.securityanalysis.org/subscribe

This is a discussion between Matt Cochrane & I about Buffett: The Making of anAmerican Capitalist by Roger Lowenstein. This was the first biography of Warren Buffett, published in 1995, and it remains one of the best.It was written when Buffett was already an investing legend, one of the wealthiest men in the world, and well-known in the investing community. However, it was before Buffett was a mainstream celebrity. It remains the best biography of Warren Buffett ever written.LinksThe book: https://www.amazon.com/Buffett-American-Capitalist-Roger-Lowenstein-ebook/dp/B00DPTL2F0DisclaimerNothing on this substack is investment advice.The information in this article is for information and discussion purposes only. It does not constitute a recommendation to purchase or sell any financial instruments or other products. Investment decisions should not be made with this article and one should take into account the investment objectives or financial situation of any particular person or institution.Investors should obtain advice based on their own individual circumstances from their own tax, financial, legal, and other advisers about the risks and merits of any transaction before making an investment decision, and only make such decisions on the basis of the investor’s own objectives, experience, and resources.The information contained in this article is based on generally-available information and, although obtained from sources believed to be reliable, its accuracy and completeness cannot be assured, and such information may be incomplete or condensed.Investments in financial instruments or other products carry significant risk, including the possible total loss of the principal amount invested. This article and its author do not purport to identify all the risks or material considerations that may be associated with entering into any transaction. This author accepts no liability for any loss (whether direct, indirect, or consequential) that may arise from any use of the information contained in or derived from this website. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.securityanalysis.org/subscribe

JL Collins is the godfather of financial independence. This is my second conversation with JL and I encourage you to check out the first one.He is the author the most iconic books about personal finance and financial independence - The Simple Path to Wealth. He is an advocate of index investing and the power of saving large percentages of income. He is now releasing an updated edition of The Simple Path to Wealth which we discuss in this podcast episode.Links:* The Simple Path to Wealth - https://www.amazon.com/Simple-Path-Wealth-financial-independence-ebook/dp/B01H97OQY2/* Pathfinders - https://www.amazon.com/Pathfinders-Extraordinary-Stories-Financial-Independence-ebook/dp/B0BMLXNMNC/* JL’s blog - https://jlcollinsnh.com/* My first conversation with JL Collins: DisclaimerNothing on this substack is investment advice.The information in this article is for information and discussion purposes only. It does not constitute a recommendation to purchase or sell any financial instruments or other products. Investment decisions should not be made with this article and one should take into account the investment objectives or financial situation of any particular person or institution.Investors should obtain advice based on their own individual circumstances from their own tax, financial, legal, and other advisers about the risks and merits of any transaction before making an investment decision, and only make such decisions on the basis of the investor’s own objectives, experience, and resources.The information contained in this article is based on generally-available information and, although obtained from sources believed to be reliable, its accuracy and completeness cannot be assured, and such information may be incomplete or condensed.Investments in financial instruments or other products carry significant risk, including the possible total loss of the principal amount invested. This article and its author do not purport to identify all the risks or material considerations that may be associated with entering into any transaction. This author accepts no liability for any loss (whether direct, indirect, or consequential) that may arise from any use of the information contained in or derived from this website. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.securityanalysis.org/subscribe

In this podcast, Matt Cochrane and I discuss Buffettology, a book written in the late 1990’s by Mary Buffett.She wrote this book about what she learned about Buffett’s investing methods from when she was married to Peter Buffett. I think that the book is a pretty good summary of Buffett’s investing approach, especially for people that are unfamiliar with it. This was one of the first books I read about Warren Buffett when I first started to get interested in value investing. For Buffett aficionado’s, a lot of the insights might seem pretty basic, but I think that’s the point. It really distills Buffett’s philosophy into a very accessible way.Links:* Buffettology: The Previously Unexplained Techniques That Have Made Warren Buffett The World's Most Famous Investor - https://www.amazon.com/Buffettology-Previously-Unexplained-Techniques-Investor-ebook/dp/B00367KILK/DisclaimerNothing on this substack is investment advice.The information in this article is for information and discussion purposes only. It does not constitute a recommendation to purchase or sell any financial instruments or other products. Investment decisions should not be made with this article and one should take into account the investment objectives or financial situation of any particular person or institution.Investors should obtain advice based on their own individual circumstances from their own tax, financial, legal, and other advisers about the risks and merits of any transaction before making an investment decision, and only make such decisions on the basis of the investor’s own objectives, experience, and resources.The information contained in this article is based on generally-available information and, although obtained from sources believed to be reliable, its accuracy and completeness cannot be assured, and such information may be incomplete or condensed.Investments in financial instruments or other products carry significant risk, including the possible total loss of the principal amount invested. This article and its author do not purport to identify all the risks or material considerations that may be associated with entering into any transaction. This author accepts no liability for any loss (whether direct, indirect, or consequential) that may arise from any use of the information contained in or derived from this website. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.securityanalysis.org/subscribe

Today’s podcast is a discussion between Matt Cochrane and I about 100 Baggers: Stocks That Return 100-to-1 and How To Find Them, by Chris Mayer.A 100 bagger is a stock that increases by 100-1. In other words, $10,000 turns into $1,000,000. Breaking it down mathematically, a 14% return achieves a 100 bagger in 35 years. A 20% return does it in 25. 26% does it in 20 years.Chris Mayer did a study of many stocks that did return 100-1 and evaluated the characteristics of those companies. There is a common DNA among all of them profiled in the book, which Matt & I discuss & analyze.Links100 Baggers: https://www.amazon.com/100-Baggers-Stocks-100-1/dp/1621291650/DisclaimerNothing on this substack is investment advice.The information in this article is for information and discussion purposes only. It does not constitute a recommendation to purchase or sell any financial instruments or other products. Investment decisions should not be made with this article and one should take into account the investment objectives or financial situation of any particular person or institution.Investors should obtain advice based on their own individual circumstances from their own tax, financial, legal, and other advisers about the risks and merits of any transaction before making an investment decision, and only make such decisions on the basis of the investor’s own objectives, experience, and resources.The information contained in this article is based on generally-available information and, although obtained from sources believed to be reliable, its accuracy and completeness cannot be assured, and such information may be incomplete or condensed.Investments in financial instruments or other products carry significant risk, including the possible total loss of the principal amount invested. This article and its author do not purport to identify all the risks or material considerations that may be associated with entering into any transaction. This author accepts no liability for any loss (whether direct, indirect, or consequential) that may arise from any use of the information contained in or derived from this website. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.securityanalysis.org/subscribe