Join hosts Justin Dyer and Mena Hanna as they tackle two of the most pressing questions on the minds of today’s investors: Can AI truly beat the market, and what does it really mean to strikeout on an investment? Drawing on real market data and experience guiding athlete families, they break down persistent myths around algorithmic trading and market efficiency, then redefine what success—and failure—should look like in your portfolio. Whether you’re curious about the power of AI or looking to sharpen your long-term strategy, this episode delivers expert perspectives and practical wisdom to help you play the wealth management game for lasting results.

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Chapters
(00:00) Addressing client questions in wealth management
(00:49) Can AI trading outperform the market
(02:45) How market efficiency shapes returns
(06:00) The reality of seeking market inefficiencies
(07:52) Defining striking out in investing
(09:00) Managing risk through diversification and discipline
(11:12) Importance of compounding and consistent strategy

In this episode of AWM Insights, hosts Justin Dyer and Mena Hanna take you inside the world of financial fads, from the dot-com bubble to the latest meme stocks and cryptocurrencies. Together, they break down why hype-driven trends can be so tempting—and so costly—for investors seeking long-term, multi-generational wealth. Discover practical strategies to separate substance from speculation and learn a proven framework for evaluating new opportunities in today's attention economy. If you're serious about preserving and growing your family's wealth, this episode delivers the key insights to help you play the stay-wealthy game with discipline and confidence.

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Chapter Outline
(00:00) Understanding financial fads and short-term hype
(01:41) Historical examples of investment fads
(05:34) Emotional triggers and herd mentality
(08:59) Why investment fads ultimately fail
(12:54) Framework for analyzing new investment opportunities
(16:29) Importance of ethics and diligence in investing
(17:33) Playing the stay wealthy game

Step into this week's episode as Brandon Averill, AWM CEO, takes the host chair and teams up with AWM portfolio manager, Mena Hanna, for a fast-paced session answering clients’ most pressing investing questions. Together, they unpack the realities of S&P 500 exposure, the long-term power of global diversification, and why compounding outpaces gold and real estate over time. The conversation also covers interest rates, currency moves, and the impact of tariffs, giving listeners actionable insights with a dash of humor and candor. Whether you’re working to build generational wealth or simply want a clearer financial playbook, this episode delivers practical wisdom you won’t want to miss.

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Chapter Outline
(00:00) Rapid fire investing questions
(01:15) S&P 500 in client portfolios
(03:21) Stock market versus gold and real estate
(06:43) Interest rates and portfolio impact
(10:25) The case for global diversification
(12:59) Tariffs, news, and long-term thinking
(14:35) Client engagement and setting the agenda