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Latest episodes
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1 h 13
Myths and Mistakes in Investing (Paul Merriman)
Most of what people believe about investing is wrong, and the wrong beliefs are expensive. Paul Merriman, founder of The Merriman Financial Education Foundation, has spent sixty ye…
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1 h 08
The ETF Playbook: Simple Rules for Long‑Term Investors (Dan Malone)
In this in‑depth conversation, Irish financial educator Dan shares his journey from auditing global funds at PwC to building Honest.ie, a platform devoted to independent personal‑f…
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1 h 25
F‑You Money, Freedom, and the Simple Path to Wealth (JL Collins)
This in‑depth conversation with JL Collins traces his journey from early lessons watching his self‑employed father struggle, through his own decision in his twenties to live on hal…
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13 min
Global Stocks vs US Stocks: Which basket should you choose?
This comprehensive presentation challenges the common assumption that investing exclusively in U.S. equities through the S&P 500 is the optimal choice, instead advocating for a glo…
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23 min
Boring Is Your Superpower: How to Win Without Being a Genius (Jack Lempart)
The episode explains why traditional schooling teaches many abstract subjects but almost no practical money skills, even though everyone must manage money for decades. It shows how…
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1 h 14
The Paradox of Skill: Why AI Makes Active Investing Harder, Not Easier (Larry Swedroe)
In this second round with Larry Swedroe, we explore what evidence‑based investing really means in today’s late‑2025, AI‑driven markets. Larry explains why rising skill and technolo…
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40 min
Is the 4% Rule Dead? Bill Bengen Updates His Legendary Strategy
In this episode, we sit down with William Bengen, the legendary creator of the “4% Rule” that revolutionized retirement planning worldwide. Bill shares his unique journey from an M…
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23 min
How to Beat the Market: Can an active strategy beat a global equity ETF? (Jack Lempart)
This episode explains why consistently beating the stock market is extremely difficult, especially for active managers competing in today’s highly efficient markets. It shows how m…
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47 min
Evolution of Investing: From Index Funds to Bitcoin ETFs (Eric Balchunas)
In this compelling episode we welcome Eric Balchunas, Senior ETF Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence and author of the bestselling book "The Bogle Effect: How John Bogle and Vanguard…
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1 h 19
Evidence-Based Investing: How Academic Research Transformed Investing (Larry Swedroe)
In this compelling episode of the ETFatlas podcast, host Jack Lempart sits down with Larry Swedroe, one of the most influential voices in evidence-based investing and author of 18…
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1 h 46
The biggest mistakes beginner investors make—and how to avoid them (Paul Merriman)
In this practical and inspiring ETFatlas podcast episode, host Jack Lempart welcomes Paul Merriman for a return conversation focused on the biggest mistakes beginner investors make…
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52 min
Boring Portfolio vs Trading: What Every Investor Must Know (Rob Carver)
In this enlightening conversation, Jack Lempart welcomes Robert Carver—a former portfolio manager at AHL, one of the world's largest systematic hedge funds. Rob managed multi-billi…
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1 h 06
Play Dead: Why Simplicity Beats Complexity in Investing (Ramin Nakisa)
Episode AgendaGuest Introduction: Ramin, founder of PensionCraftOverview of current investment environmentKey market trends and sources of uncertaintyAnalysis of global diversifica…
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1 h 06
Play Dead: Why Simplicity Beats Complexity in Investing (Ramin Nakisa)
Episode AgendaGuest Introduction: Ramin, founder of PensionCraftOverview of current investment environmentKey market trends and sources of uncertaintyAnalysis of global diversifica…
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1 h 12
Navigating Uncertainty: Diversification and Market Trends (Jerry Parker)
Episode AgendaIntroduction to Jerry Parker: Journey from accounting to Turtle Trader and trend following pioneerKey principles and psychological challenges of trend following taugh…
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1 h 39
Travel, Family, and FIRE: The Lifestyle of an Early Retiree (Karsten Jeske)
Agenda:Karsten Jeske’s road to FIRE – professional background (economist, Fed, BNY Mellon), move from Germany to the U.S., and motivations for early retirement.FIRE pillars and pla…
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49 min
The Science of Outperformance: Dual Momentum Explained (Gary Antonacci)
Agenda✅ Gary Antonacci’s investment journey and the origins of momentum investing✅ Understanding absolute vs. relative momentum and why they matter✅ The dual momentum strategy: mec…
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53 min
Demystifying Managed Futures: The Power of Trend Following ETFs (Andrew Beer)
Agenda✅ Introduction to Managed Futures and Trend Following✅ The Creation and Philosophy Behind Managed Futures ETF✅ Replication Strategy and Its Advantages✅ Managed Futures in Por…
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32 min
Beyond Passive: Harnessing Value, Momentum, and Tail Risk (Wes Gray)
Wes Gray discusses how military discipline shaped his systematic investing approach, emphasizing process-driven strategies to combat emotional decision-making. Alpha Architect prio…
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37 min
The Bogle Legacy: Rick Ferri on the Power of Low-Cost Indexing
In this insightful interview with ETFatlas.com, Rick Ferri, a renowned figure in the investment world, shares his wisdom on index investing and financial advice. Drawing from his e…