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Intelligent Investment Today - The Warren Buffett Way
Intelligent Investment Today is a shortcast series delivering powerful lessons from the father of value investing, Benjamin Graham—mentor to legendary investor Warren Buffett. Each concise 10-15 minute episode breaks down the timeless principles behind successful long-term investing, including Graham’s famous concepts like “Mr. Market” and the margin of safety.
Perfect for complete beginners looking to understand the stock market as well as experienced investors wanting to refresh their knowledge, this mini-podcast makes classic value-investing strategies simple, practical, and relevant for today’s markets.
Whether you're building a solid foundation or strengthening your existing investment approach, this series helps you think smarter, invest more wisely, and stay disciplined in any market environment.
Intelligent Investment Today - The Warren Buffett Way
Speculation vs. Investment: Is There Room for a Little Gamble?
In this episode of Intelligent Investment Today, host David Coombs steps outside the typical boundaries of value investing to explore a surprising topic: intelligent speculation. While speculation is often seen as the antithesis of value investment—as famously defined by Benjamin Graham—David asks whether there’s ever room for a small, controlled gamble in a disciplined investor’s portfolio.
From defining what truly separates investment from speculation, to sharing a personal story about backing a favorite newspaper, this episode examines whether speculation can be reframed as a recreational pursuit rather than a financial strategy. Tune in to hear how to keep speculation fun, affordable, and safely isolated from your serious investment efforts.