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The Desert Island Investor

The Desert Island Investor

By: Mark Atkinson and Paul Kerin
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The Desert Island Investor podcast is a series of podcasts that document the experiences and strategies of private investor Mark Atkinson. Mark's long-term investments have enabled him to become financially independent and to retire at the comparatively early age of 53. The stocks that Mark reviews on this channel are from his real portfolio and not a 'virtual' portfolio, so these are genuine win-some, lose-some stories. We hope that you'll also enjoy our regular feature 'Question in a Bottle' where Mark answers listeners' questions about investing.© 2025 Mark Atkinson and Paul Kerin Economics Leadership Management & Leadership Personal Finance
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  • I interview Adam Rackley, fund manager at Cape Wrath Capital
    Jun 27 2025

    Fund manager Adam Rackley accredits his robust financial decision making to a lifestyle which includes numerous physical challenges. One of those challenges was to row across the Atlantic Ocean. In this episode of the podcast Mark talks with Adam to find out how that amazing feat of endurance has affected his strategic thinking.

    For those that want more details about his transatlantic adventure, Adam has written a book called 'Salt, Sweat, Tears. The Men Who Rowed The Oceans' which you can buy on Amazon.

    Links:

    Cape Wrath Capital: https://capewrathcapital.com/

    The Desert Island Investor podcast is generously hosted by London City based analysts Progressive Equity Research. You'll also find us on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music and all leading podcasting channels.

    If you have a question for Mark for our mini-podcast 'Question in a Bottle' please complete the form on our website at https://www.thedesertislandinvestor.co.uk

    Created by Mark Atkinson (LinkedIn) | Produced by Paul Kerin | Bottle Illustration from FreePik (CC-BY) rawpixel dot com. SFX from Freesound (CC-BY): Waves: juskiddink. Corkscrew: YleArkisto. Rowing picture: Adam Rackley.

    Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
    https://uppbeat.io/t/yeti-music/peaceful-morning
    License code: L0TLWWJDT28JVSTX

    Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is provided for general information only and the opinions expressed by Mark, his guests and the producers of the podcast do not constitute financial advice. Before purchasing financial products it is advisable to seek the guidance of a professional financial advisor.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • 20 year old Joe Barry agrees that it’s never too early to start investing
    Jun 14 2025

    In this episode of the podcast Mark talks with Joe Barry who is an undergraduate at the London School of Economics and a relatively new private investor. Although Joe is just 20 he manages a small but profitable portfolio and he is looking forward to expanding it as part of his strategy for financial security.

    The Desert Island Investor podcast is generously hosted by London City based analysts Progressive Equity Research. You'll also find us on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music and all leading podcasting channels.

    If you have a question for Mark for our mini-podcast 'Question in a Bottle' please complete the form on our website at https://www.thedesertislandinvestor.co.uk

    Created by Mark Atkinson (LinkedIn) | Produced by Paul Kerin | Bottle Illustration from FreePik (CC-BY) rawpixel dot com. SFX from Freesound (CC-BY): Waves: juskiddink. Corkscrew: YleArkisto.

    Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
    https://uppbeat.io/t/yeti-music/peaceful-morning
    License code: L0TLWWJDT28JVSTX

    Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is provided for general information only and the opinions expressed by Mark, his guests and the producers of the podcast do not constitute financial advice. Before purchasing financial products it is advisable to seek the guidance of a professional financial advisor.

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    37 mins
  • GREGGS. My stock update, a spot of lunch and some shoplifting.
    May 29 2025

    In this episode Mark provides an update on the company's share performance. He also takes Paul for lunch at a GREGGS in Manchester where they discover that contrary to widespread belief the company is taking steps to prevent the theft of food from their outlets... just not the steps you might imagine.

    Links:

    Greggs:
    https://www.greggs.co.uk/

    The Desert Island Investor podcast is generously hosted by London City based analysts Progressive Equity Research. You'll also find us on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music and all leading podcasting channels.

    If you have a question for Mark for our mini-podcast 'Question in a Bottle' please complete the form on our website at https://www.thedesertislandinvestor.co.uk

    Created by Mark Atkinson (LinkedIn) | Produced by Paul Kerin | Bottle Illustration from FreePik (CC-BY) rawpixel dot com. SFX from Freesound (CC-BY): Waves: juskiddink. Corkscrew: YleArkisto. Pigeon farm in Palestine: https://freesound.org/s/802459/

    Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
    https://uppbeat.io/t/yeti-music/peaceful-morning
    License code: L0TLWWJDT28JVSTX

    Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is provided for general information only and the opinions expressed by Mark, his guests and the producers of the podcast do not constitute financial advice. Before purchasing financial products it is advisable to seek the guidance of a professional financial advisor.

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    29 mins

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