Rule Breaker Investing

How do you get kids not just thinking about investing, but actually doing it? One Foolish father shares a brilliant approach—turning investing into a game with real-world stakes, and in the process, teaching lifelong lessons about money, patience, and ownership. Plus, we talk incentives, engagement, and Rule Breaker stocks that seem “boring” but have quietly built fortunes. It’s a Mailbag filled with insights for investors of all ages—only on this week’s Rule Breaker Investing!

Host: David Gardner
Producer: Heather Horton
Companies Mentioned: CMG, CPRT, NFLX, SPOT, TREX, TSLA

What happens when you bring together three storytellers, three themes, and a podcast devoted to making you smarter, happier, and richer? You get Three Fools, our newest episodic series! This week, David is joined by superstar guests Randi Zuckerberg and Morgan Housel as they each share three stories—one to educate, one to amuse, and one to enrich. From investing lessons that last a lifetime to laugh-out-loud anecdotes and heartwarming life insights, these nine stories are packed with inspiration and practical takeaways.

Host: David Gardner

Guest Stars: Morgan Housel, Randi Zuckerberg

Producer: Desirée (Dez) Jones

Companies Mentioned: BRK.A, DIS, META

In this episode, eight years later David welcomes back game designer and publisher Jamey Stegmaier for a lively conversation about scaling a creative venture, building a mission-driven culture, and fostering community in a niche that’s far bigger than most people realize. Discover how Jamey’s focus on crafting delight, coupled with a transparent approach to both fans and collaborators, has fueled Stonemaier Games’ growth and influence. Whether you’re a dedicated board gamer or just interested in entrepreneurial insights, you’ll walk away with fresh perspectives on innovation, purposeful leadership, and the power of “fun” as a serious business edge.

Host: David Gardner

Guest Star: Jamey Stegmaier

Producer: Desirée Jones

In this 20th installment of one of our longest-running series, David shares five fresh quotes from the likes of Sir Philip Sidney, Danny Meyer, Raj Sisodia, Confucius, and Jeff Bezos. Across these stirring lines, we explore themes of authentic self-expression, continuous reinvention, the power of seeing people as wellsprings of creativity, and the urgency that comes from recognizing we only have one life. If you’re ready to think deeper, act bolder, and craft a richer story for yourself, this episode offers both inspiration and challenge—Rule Breaker style.

Host: David Gardner

Producer: Desirée Jones

Companies Mentioned: AMZN, SHAK

David kicks off 2025 by revisiting five timeless lessons drawn from classic episodes spanning nearly a decade of weekly podcasts—now approaching 500 consecutive weeks of fresh content. Reaching back to 2016 and beyond, he rediscovers core investing principles: the surprising advantage of never selling, the folly of waiting for dips, the power of choosing stocks of stellar employers, and how great leaders transform intuition into intentional culture. Revisiting stories of Warren Buffett, Danny Meyer, and exceptional stock picks like Amazon and Nvidia, this episode delivers valuable, enduring truths for investors both new and seasoned.

Host: David Gardner

Producer: Dez Jones

Companies Mentioned: AAPL, AMZN, ARM, BIIB, CRM, GOOG, META, NFLX, NVDA, TSLA