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The Investor Professor Podcast with Dr. Ryan Peckham offering a different perspective on investing, finance, entrepreneurship, career development, and life.

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November 9, 202620 min

Ep. 200 - Wall Street's Reality Check

The stock market is in turmoil, and the timing couldn't be more fitting for our 200th episode of The Investor Professor Podcast. Trillions in market value have evaporated, the AI trade is showing cracks, and the midterm election results are creating fresh uncertainty for investors. We break down the violent market selloff, the potential impact of a shifting political landscape, and why companies like Micron, AMD, and other AI-related stocks have taken a beating. From data center regulation to the dangers of leverage and margin calls, we examine what's driving the volatility and what it means for your portfolio. But could this market meltdown actually create the next great buying opportunity? We explore why established technology giants like Amazon, Microsoft, and Apple may emerge stronger, what upcoming CoreWeave and Nebius earnings could reveal about the future of AI infrastructure, and which sectors face new political and economic risks. With inflation data looming and investors scrambling for safety, the message is simple: take emotion out of investing, understand what you own, and recognize that today's panic could create tomorrow's opportunities. *This podcast contains general information that may not be suitable for everyone. The information contained here should not be construed as personalized investment advice. There's no guarantee that the opinions expressed in this podcast will come to pass. Investing in the stock market involves gains and losses that may not be suitable for all investors. Information presented here is subject to change without notice and should not be considered as a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Rydar Equities does not offer legal or tax advice. Please consult the appropriate professional regarding your individual circumstances. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

October 26, 202621 min

Ep. 199 - Whiplash

The market has a serious case of WHIPLASH. After months of AI dominance, investors are suddenly questioning the massive spending required to keep the AI boom alive—and whether the profits will ever justify the price tag. We break down the pressure hitting CoreWeave and other AI infrastructure names, the rush into defensive stocks like Procter & Gamble and McDonald’s, and why the market feels increasingly fractured between AI and everything else. And the timing couldn’t be more volatile. With a Fed decision, major earnings from Microsoft, Alphabet, Amazon and GE Vernova, rising oil prices, and the midterm elections all colliding, investors are facing one of the most uncertain stretches of the year. We discuss where investors may be able to find opportunity in the selloff, why knowing what you actually own matters more than ever, and why conviction doesn’t mean you have to be a hero. *This podcast contains general information that may not be suitable for everyone. The information contained here should not be construed as personalized investment advice. There's no guarantee that the opinions expressed in this podcast will come to pass. Investing in the stock market involves gains and losses that may not be suitable for all investors. Information presented here is subject to change without notice and should not be considered as a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Rydar Equities does not offer legal or tax advice. Please consult the appropriate professional regarding your individual circumstances. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

October 12, 202620 min

Ep. 198 - Every Visionary Needs an Operator

Markets are off to a strong start in October, but this week could bring some movement as investors digest CPI, PPI, and the beginning of another earnings season. We break down the economic data to watch, why Taiwan Semiconductor’s results could matter for the broader AI trade, and how inflation numbers may shape expectations for the Fed. We also touch on the latest market chatter, including the possibility of Starbucks and Chipotle becoming an unlikely combination. Then we shift from the numbers to one of the most important parts of investing: building a strong qualitative investment thesis. Using SpaceX as the case study, we look at competitive advantages, leadership, strategic direction, future revenue opportunities, employee share sales, and why Gwynne Shotwell may be one of the company’s biggest long-term strengths. The goal isn’t just to find a great company—it’s to understand what makes it different, recognize the risks, and use volatility strategically when building a long-term position. *This podcast contains general information that may not be suitable for everyone. The information contained here should not be construed as personalized investment advice. There's no guarantee that the opinions expressed in this podcast will come to pass. Investing in the stock market involves gains and losses that may not be suitable for all investors. Information presented here is subject to change without notice and should not be considered as a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Rydar Equities does not offer legal or tax advice. Please consult the appropriate professional regarding your individual circumstances. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

September 28, 202621 min

Ep. 197 - Price of Money

Interest rates are back in focus as the Fed raises rates, the 10-year Treasury pushes above 5%, and mortgage rates climb above 7%. We break down what higher-for-longer rates could mean for housing, consumer spending, inflation, and your investment portfolio—and why companies with strong growth, pricing power, solid cash flow, and less dependence on debt may be increasingly important in this environment. We also look at why Home Depot has caught our attention as housing affordability and the real estate market continue to adjust. Then we turn to the growth stories: SpaceX reaches another major Starship milestone, Nvidia announces a massive expansion of its stock-buyback program, and we look at two higher-risk names worth putting on the radar—Joby Aviation and its vision for electric air taxis, plus Natera, the precision-medicine and diagnostics company that has become a major holding for Stanley Druckenmiller. From AI and healthcare to autonomous aviation and the future of space, this episode is about finding growth while navigating a much more expensive cost of money. * This podcast contains general information that may not be suitable for everyone. The information contained here should not be construed as personalized investment advice. There's no guarantee that the opinions expressed in this podcast will come to pass. Investing in the stock market involves gains and losses that may not be suitable for all investors. Information presented here is subject to change without notice and should not be considered as a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Rydar Equities does not offer legal or tax advice. Please consult the appropriate professional regarding your individual circumstances. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

September 7, 202618 min

Ep. 196 - Let Him Cook

Tim Cook had one of the hardest jobs in business: follow Steve Jobs. Instead of trying to become the next Jobs, Cook played to his own strengths—and the results speak for themselves. He expanded Apple’s ecosystem, built services into a massive business, returned enormous amounts of capital to shareholders, and helped turn Apple into one of the most valuable companies in the world. In this episode, we use Tim Cook’s legacy as a jumping-off point to talk about something investors often overlook: leadership. We look at executives like Jensen Huang, Jeff Bezos, Jamie Dimon, Reed Hastings, and Michael Dell and ask what separates great CEOs from average ones. Can they see where the market is going? Can they adapt? Can they allocate capital? And maybe most importantly, can they build a business people want to work for, buy from, and own for the long term? *This podcast contains general information that may not be suitable for everyone. The information contained herein should not be construed as personalized investment advice. There is no guarantee that the views and opinions expressed in this podcast will come to pass. Investing in the stock market involves gains and losses and may not be suitable for all investors. Information presented herein is subject to change without notice and should not be considered as a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Rydar Equities, Inc. does not offer legal or tax advice. Please consult the appropriate professional regarding your individual circumstance. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

August 30, 202622 min

Ep. 195 - NVIDIA’s Monster Quarter and the Fed’s Next Move

NVIDIA just delivered another monster quarter, reinforcing the case that the AI infrastructure boom is far from over. In Episode 195 of The Investor Professor Podcast, we break down NVIDIA’s explosive data-center growth, its potential move toward major stock buybacks, and why the company may still look attractive despite becoming one of the most valuable businesses in the world. We also examine Kevin Warsh’s message from Jackson Hole, stubborn inflation, rising interest rates, and what a potentially tougher Federal Reserve could mean for housing, the economy, and markets heading into the fall. We also mark six months since the U.S.-Iran conflict began and discuss how higher oil prices, defense spending, AI infrastructure, and political uncertainty could create both risks and opportunities for investors. From NVIDIA and cybersecurity to defense stocks, industrials, healthcare, and dividend-paying companies, we focus on separating short-term noise from long-term opportunity—and why investors should be thinking about the next three years, not the next three weeks. *This podcast contains general information that may not be suitable for everyone. The information contained herein should not be construed as personalized investment advice. There is no guarantee that the views and opinions expressed in this podcast will come to pass. Investing in the stock market involves gains and losses and may not be suitable for all investors. Information presented herein is subject to change without notice and should not be considered as a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Rydar Equities, Inc. does not offer legal or tax advice. Please consult the appropriate professional regarding your individual circumstance. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

August 10, 202622 min

Ep. 194 - The Leverage Trap: Inside the Situational Awareness Blowup

The July meltdown finally has more of an explanation. In this episode, we break down how extreme leverage, South Korea’s margin crackdown, and the collapse of highly leveraged positions at the Situational Awareness hedge fund helped create a wave of forced selling across some of the market’s hottest AI stocks. We explain margin calls, why leverage can turn a winning portfolio into a disaster almost overnight, and how trouble halfway around the world can quickly spill into U.S. markets. We also look at the market’s sharp August rebound, what weaker jobs data could mean for the Federal Reserve, and Palantir’s huge post-earnings move. From PLTR’s accelerating commercial growth to the sudden rotation back into software and AI names, we discuss what investors should be watching next—and why the biggest lesson from July may be that you can be right about an investment and still get wiped out if you use too much leverage. *This podcast contains general information that may not be suitable for everyone. The information contained herein should not be construed as personalized investment advice. There is no guarantee that the views and opinions expressed in this podcast will come to pass. Investing in the stock market involves gains and losses and may not be suitable for all investors. Information presented herein is subject to change without notice and should not be considered as a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Rydar Equities, Inc. does not offer legal or tax advice. Please consult the appropriate professional regarding your individual circumstances. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

July 27, 202618 min

Ep. 193 - July Meltdown

July has brought volatility, sharp market rotations, and plenty of uncertainty. In this episode, we break down the AI trade unwind, the renewed conflict with Iran, rising oil prices, changing interest-rate expectations, and why investors are rapidly rotating between technology, defense, energy, and more defensive stocks. We also examine growing concerns about massive AI and data-center spending, South Korea’s margin-rule changes, leveraged trading, upcoming earnings from major technology companies, and what the Federal Reserve may do next. Most importantly, we discuss how investors can use volatility to improve their portfolios, manage position sizes, maintain diversification, and avoid chasing every market headline. *This podcast contains general information that may not be suitable for everyone. The information contained herein should not be construed as personalized investment advice. There is no guarantee that the views and opinions expressed in this podcast will come to pass. Investing in the stock market involves gains and losses and may not be suitable for all investors. Information presented herein is subject to change without notice and should not be considered as a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Rydar Equities, Inc. does not offer legal or tax advice. Please consult the appropriate professional regarding your individual circumstances. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

July 6, 202617 min

Ep. 192 - The American Investor

On this special Independence Day episode of the Investor Professor Podcast, We explore why the United States has been the greatest wealth-creating nation in history and why he believes it will continue to reward long-term investors. With America representing just 4% of the world's population but nearly 62% of global stock market value , Ryan breaks down the powerful combination of innovation, entrepreneurship, strong property rights, and capital markets that have fueled generations of extraordinary investment returns. From Walmart and Home Depot to Netflix and NVIDIA , discover how every decade has produced transformational companies—and why the next generation of winners is likely being built today. We also explain why successful investing requires thinking in decades instead of days, tuning out market headlines, and embracing the timeless wisdom of investors like Warren Buffett, Peter Lynch, and John Bogle. Whether you're building wealth for yourself, your children, or future generations, this episode is a reminder that investing isn't just about buying stocks—it's about believing in innovation, patience, and the long-term power of American capitalism. *This podcast contains general information that may not be suitable for everyone. The information contained herein should not be construed as personalized investment advice. There is no guarantee that the views and opinions expressed in this podcast will come to pass. Investing in the stock market involves gains and losses and may not be suitable for all investors. Information presented herein is subject to change without notice and should not be considered as a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Rydar Equities, Inc. does not offer legal or tax advice. Please consult the appropriate professional regarding your individual circumstances. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

June 21, 202626 min

Ep. 191 - SpaceX Part 2

In Episode 191 of The Investor Professor Podcast, Ryan and Cameron break down one of the biggest stories in the market: the highly anticipated SpaceX IPO. They discuss the stock's explosive debut, investor sentiment, valuation concerns, employee selling restrictions, and what SpaceX’s future could look like through Starlink, private aviation, and global connectivity. The conversation also explores how market narratives, social media, and retail investors are influencing stock prices in today's environment. The episode also examines the growing divide between hardware and software stocks, including the emerging "SaaSpocalypse" impacting software companies such as Salesforce while AI infrastructure, data center, and semiconductor-related businesses continue to attract capital. We also discuss the new Federal Reserve leadership, interest rate expectations, inflation, oil prices, and what investors should watch in the second half of the year. Whether you're interested in SpaceX, AI, market psychology, or the future direction of the economy, this episode delivers timely insights to help you stay informed and invest with confidence. *This podcast contains general information that may not be suitable for everyone. The information contained herein should not be construed as personalized investment advice. There is no guarantee that the views and opinions expressed in this podcast will come to pass. Investing in the stock market involves gains and losses and may not be suitable for all investors. Information presented herein is subject to change without notice and should not be considered as a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Rydar Equities, Inc. does not offer legal or tax advice. Please consult the appropriate professional regarding your individual circumstances. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.