Join host James Connor with guest Bill Smead, the insightful money manager from Smead Capital Management, as they discuss the pressing issues facing today’s investors. In this episode, they discuss the looming dangers of a market bubble, the realities of escalating inflation, and the untapped potential of oil investments. Learn how you can shield and grow your wealth in a volatile economic climate. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for more financial wisdom from Wealthion! Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 1:37 What is Value Investing? 2:40 Views on Passive Investing 6:01 Economic Overview and Historical Context 10:18 Interest Rates Discussion 14:12 Smead on Inflation and Investment Strategies 19:20 Historical Comparison to Oil Shocks 30:00 Bitcoin's Future and Comparison to Gold 32:26 Where Smead is Investing Now 38:31 Warren Buffett's Influence and AGM 40:09 Closing Remarks