David Gardner

Washington, D.C., United States

Co-Founder, Co-Chairman, Chief Rule Breaker at The Motley Fool (U.S.)

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Articles

"Rule Breaker Investing" Mailbag: More Than a Marathon

5 days ago | fool.com | David Gardner

Where you come from matters. Where you're going matters more. How will you get there? Well, as your mailbag contributions showcase, that's the fun part!To catch full episodes of all The Motley Fool's free podcasts, check out our podcast center. When you're ready to invest, check out this top 10 list of stocks to buy. A full transcript is below. This podcast was recorded on May 28, 2025. David Gardner: Welcome back to Rule Breaker Investing.
In conversation with Gemini: a $6 trillion renewable transition

1 week ago | spectator.com.au | David Gardner

David: Hello, Gemini. Gemini: Hello David. How can I help you? David: What is the cost of a 1 GW nuclear generator? Gemini: $6.5 billion. David: What is the cost to build a commercial 1 GW solar, wind, and battery complex? Gemini: $4 billion. Renewables are cheaper than nuclear!David: What is the lifespan of both? Gemini: Nuclear 60 years. Solar, wind, and batteries 20-30 years.
Motley Fool Co-Founder David Gardner: What Rule Breakers Value

1 week ago | fool.com | David Gardner |Ricky Mulvey

In this podcast, Motley Fool co-founder and Chief Rule Breaker David Gardner joins host Ricky Mulvey for a conversation about how he thinks about valuation. They discuss:Palantir's current valuation, and what investors should prepare for. The value of paying up for "top dogs" and holding on to them for long periods of time. Tesla's surprising performance over the past year. To catch full episodes of all The Motley Fool's free podcasts, check out our podcast center.
What You Have Learned From The Motley Fool's David Gardner, Vol. 6

2 weeks ago | fool.com | David Gardner

The best gifts are the ones that keep on giving, and that's what this episode of Rule Breaker Investing all about! Today's show highlights the things you've told us that you learned from Motley Fool co-founder David Gardner, called out and amplified to help us all navigate another challenging year. Now that's an awesome birthday present. To catch full episodes of all The Motley Fool's free podcasts, check out our podcast center.
Motley Fool "Rule Breaker Investing" Mailbag: Better Than It Seems

1 month ago | fool.com | David Gardner

In this Rule Breaker Investing mailbag, we strive to find happiness, maintain rational optimism, and see through the dark clouds plaguing the headlines. Plus, some tips on diversifying your portfolio, voting with your wallet, and challenging the umpire. To catch full episodes of all The Motley Fool's free podcasts, check out our podcast center. When you're ready to invest, check out this top 10 list of stocks to buy. A full transcript is below.
Breaking the Rules of Sports

1 month ago | fool.com | David Gardner

In this episode of Rule Breaker Investing, Motley Fool co-founder David Gardner talks with Kimball Crossley, a sportswriter and podcaster who's been a Major League Baseball scout since 1999. To catch full episodes of all The Motley Fool's free podcasts, check out our podcast center. When you're ready to invest, check out this top 10 list of stocks to buy. A full transcript is below.
Every Purchase Matters, With Fair Trade USA's Paul Rice

1 month ago | nasdaq.com | David Gardner |Mary Long

As consumers become more aware and more discerning about what they buy, companies that embrace Conscious Capitalism will enjoy an ever-growing competitive edge over those that simply look to grow profits and any cost. In this podcast, Motley Fool co-founder David Gardner hosts the founder and CEO of Fair Trade USA, Paul Rice, who explains how trade can be more effective than aid in improving the world's economic issues. Where to invest $1,000 right now?
Rule Breaker Investing: Essays From Yesterday, Vol. 7

1 month ago | fool.com | David Gardner |Mary Long

It's time once again to dust off Motley Fool co-founder David Gardner's old writings and pull some lessons forward into the light of today.Β In this podcast we discuss buying stocks that you already own, annual predictions, risk ratings, and keeping a record of your investment decisions. We look back in order to be smarter about looking forward!To catch full episodes of all The Motley Fool's free podcasts, check out our podcast center.
"Rule Breaker Investing" Mailbag: Chalkboard Wisdom and Favorite Words

2 months ago | fool.com | David Gardner

In this podcast, Motley Fool co-founder David Gardner fields listener questions and offers reflections with trademark Foolishness. Topics include: Should you use forced rankings to evaluate your portfolio? Can AI help guide investment decisions? Do Elon Musk and Tesla continue to reflect your best vision of the future? Why does following the simplest of instructions matter so profoundly? To catch full episodes of all The Motley Fool's free podcasts, check out our podcast center.
Motley Fool 2025 March Market Cap Showdown Championship

2 months ago | fool.com | Andy Cross |David Gardner |Emily Flippen

It all comes down to this...the final round of the Motley Fool Rule Breaker Investing March Market Cap Showdown! Defending Champion Andy Cross has held off all contenders and pretenders, but game show survivor Emily Flippen is not one to back down from a challenge. Who will win the crown for 2025? We're betting on you to come out smarter, happier, and richer as we all play and learn together!To catch full episodes of all The Motley Fool's free podcasts, check out our podcast center.