Podcast: The Iron Capital Podcast


  • Iron Capital Perspectives
  • July 17, 2025
  • APIA

Episode 20: In Defense of Freedom

In this episode, Chuck and Michael discuss the critical importance of liberty and economic freedom in the context of the current political landscape. Why is a money management podcast talking about freedom? They explore how freedom impacts markets, the misconceptions surrounding capitalism and socialism, and the critiques of capitalism as critiques of freedom. The conversation…


  • Iron Capital Perspectives
  • June 11, 2025
  • APIA

Episode 19: Locked Out: How Everyday Investors Lost Access to America’s Growth Engine

There’s a noticeable decline in the number of publicly traded companies in the U.S. despite significant economic growth. The number of companies hasn’t actually decreased; instead, more companies are now privately held. This shift has changed the investment landscape: fewer opportunities for public investors to access early-stage, high-growth companies.


  • Iron Capital Perspectives
  • May 23, 2025
  • APIA

Episode 18: Drowning Out the Noise: How to Invest in Times of Volatility.

When you’re making investment decisions, make sure you’re not basing your decisions on big headlines. Chuck and Michael discuss how the wise investor makes investment decisions based on the actual value of the investments. Let’s explore.


  • Iron Capital Perspectives
  • March 19, 2025
  • APIA

Episode 17: Tariffs Don’t Put America First

Why are international stocks outperforming U.S. stocks? Chuck and Michael discuss the economic impact of tariffs, the new trade war, and why the Trump administration’s ‘America First’ policies are not yielding positive results in the markets. Let’s explore.


  • Iron Capital Perspectives
  • October 17, 2024
  • APIA

Episode 16: DIY Investing – Double Your Money: The Rule of 72

Is there really a “get-rich-quick scheme”? Chuck and Michael break down compound interest, the time value of money, and the Rule of 72. Let’s explore. This episode is Part 6 in our DIY Investing series, breaking down the steps one must take to get started with investing. Please watch, listen, like, subscribe, and share. YouTube – Click here to…