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Excess Returns

Excess Returns
Value Investing
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Long-Term Investing
Market Volatility
Factor Investing
Investment Philosophy
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Inflation
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Behavioral Finance
Generative AI
Asset Pricing Theory
Momentum Investing
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Resurrecting the Value Premium
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Excess Returns is dedicated to making you a better long-term investor and making complex investing topics understandable. Join Jack Forehand, Justin Carbonneau and Matt Zeigler as they sit down with some of the most interesting names in finance to discuss topics like macroeconomics, value investing, factor investing, and more. Subscribe to learn along with us.

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James Grant, legendary founder of Grant’s Interest Rate Observer, joins us for a wide-ranging conversation on cycles, interest rates, inflation, credit, the Federal Reserve, private markets, gold, and the future of investing. Grant brings five decade... more

In this episode, we’re joined again by Jim Paulsen to break down the key themes shaping markets and the economy heading into 2026. Jim explains why policymakers may be fighting the wrong battle, why real sustainable growth has quietly collapsed over ... more

In this special episode of Excess Returns, we share the most important investing lessons from more than 50 of our top guests. After asking more than 200 investors, strategists, academics, and market thinkers the same closing question about the one le... more

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In this episode of Excess Returns, Matt sits down with Ben Hunt to break down his new Epsilon Theory essay, World War AI. They explore how the US government, markets, and Big Tech are rapidly shifting the AI narrative from productivity and progress t... more

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Bill Bengen
Financial planner known for developing the 4% rule for retirement withdrawals.
Author of A Richer Retirement
Episode: He Invented the 4% Rule | Bill Bengen on Why He Now Thinks 5% Works
Michael Mauboussin
Author and well-known expert on investing principles
Episode: The Most Powerful Investing Tool You Aren’t Using | Four Lessons from Michael Mauboussin
Victor Haghani
Founder and CIO of Elm Wealth, author of The Missing Billionaires, a Guide to Better Financial Decisions
Elm Wealth
Episode: 99.9% Focus on the Wrong Question | Victor Haghani on Why Static Allocation Fails
Dave Nadeg
President and Director of Research at etf.com
ETF.com
Episode: The Liquidity Trap Door | Cem Karsan on Why We Are Likely in a Bubble, It Could Get Bigger, And What Pops It
Cem Karsan
Founder and CIO of CHI Volatility Advisors
CHI Volatility Advisors
Episode: The Liquidity Trap Door | Cem Karsan on Why We Are Likely in a Bubble, It Could Get Bigger, And What Pops It
Adam Parker
Founder and CEO of Trivariate Research and Tri-Vector Research
Trivariate Research
Episode: The Regime Change No One Sees | Adam Parker on Why Valuations Are Lying to You
Julian Brigden
Co-founder and president of Macro Intelligent Partners, a global macro strategy research firm
Macro Intelligent Partners
Episode: What a Global Regime Change Means for Investors | Julian Brigden
Rob Thummel
Investing expert, focusing on energy infrastructure and asset management at Tortoise Capital.
Tortoise Capital
Episode: Electricity Is the New Oil | Rob Thummel on the Energy Opportunity from the AI Boom
Matt Zenz
Evidence-based investing expert, and runs Longview Research Partners
Longview Research Partners
Episode: Evidence Based Factor Investing | Matt Zenz

Hosts

Matt Zeigler
Co-host with a focus on investment strategies and long-term investing principles.
Jack Forehand
Host and co-host known for his expertise in market analysis and guest interviews focusing on investment strategies.
Justin Carbonneau
Co-host who engages guests in discussions aimed at demystifying investing concepts.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 148 ratings
  • Great show and many thanks for such brilliant guest in this episode.

    Podcast Addict
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    alpha
    5 months ago
  • Rob Arnott

    Rob Arnott is arrogant and partisan. His view on Covid is absolutely ridiculous.

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    maybdihjlz
    United States6 months ago
  • Like the show

    Excellent job

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Qrrvjkgxhjlkvg
    United Statesa year ago
  • Super informative!

    This podcast is a must listen for anyone looking to enhance their investing strategies and understanding of finance. Jack and Justin are highly knowledgeable and each episode is filled with valuable insights.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maddie@podcastingyou
    United States4 years ago
  • Excellent Podcast

    This is an excellent podcast. The guests are intelligent and insightful, and the hosts ask good questions then let the guests respond without interrupting. One of the better investing podcasts out there. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Missing61
    Canada4 years ago

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Super informative!
Jack and Justin make complex investing topics understandable for all audiences.
Great value with high-quality speakers and educational content.
Excellent Podcast, with intelligent and insightful guests.

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He Invented the 4% Rule | Bill Bengen on Why He Now Thinks 5% Works
Q: How do you think about cash reserves and a bucket strategy?
I incorporate a bucket strategy which includes a cash component and recommend a two-bucket approach.
He Invented the 4% Rule | Bill Bengen on Why He Now Thinks 5% Works
Q: What do you think people mean when they say they're using the 4% rule?
It's probably a misunderstanding; they might not realize it's about adjusting for inflation and how to withdraw in the subsequent years.
99.9% Focus on the Wrong Question | Victor Haghani on Why Static Allocation Fails
Q: How should investors think about expected returns in practice?
Victor emphasizes that investors must consider expected returns and risk as fundamental components of investment strategy and notes that not doing so is neglectful.
99.9% Focus on the Wrong Question | Victor Haghani on Why Static Allocation Fails
Q: Can you talk about your journey from Long-Term Capital Management to embracing passive investment strategies?
Victor shares that he realized, based on his experiences in finance, that personal investing needs a simpler approach, leading him away from complex strategies toward a diversified allocation of public equities and fixed income.
The Case for Permanently Higher Market Valuations | Jim Paulsen
Q: What do you think the reason for reduced recession frequency is?
I think that the introduction of the Federal Reserve has helped stabilize the economy, along with innovation cycles and improved debt management by corporations and households.

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Focused on fostering long-term investment strategies, this podcast explores the complexities of macroeconomics, value investing, and factor investing in a way that is both engaging and enlightening for listeners. The hosts, along with a lineup of expert guests, tackle a variety of pressing financial topics, making them approachable for investors of all levels. Notable themes include discussions on market dynamics, investment strategies, and insights from prominent figures in the finance industry. The show's unique emphasis on blending educational content with insightful analysis positions it as an invaluable resource for anyone looking to enhance their investment acumen.

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Recent guests on Excess Returns include:

1. Bill Bengen
2. Michael Mauboussin
3. Victor Haghani
4. Dave Nadeg
5. Cem Karsan
6. Adam Parker
7. Julian Brigden
8. Rob Thummel

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