How Long-Term Investors Actually Think About Risk with Ben Carlson

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#279: Learn to handle market volatility and build long-term wealth in a world dominated by AI disruption, market fear, inflation concerns, and nonstop financial noise. Chris and Ben discuss why investing remains psychologically difficult, how to think about global diversification, when to reevaluate your portfolio, and the risks most investors still overlook. Ben Carlson is the Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management and the author of five books on investing, including his newest, Risk and Reward. He's the creator of the blog A Wealth of Common Sense and co-host of the Animal Spirits podcast. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/risk-market-volatility-ben-carlson Partner Deals Thrive Market: ⁠30% off your first order of organic groceries + a free $60 gift Upwork: ⁠Free job posting to find, hire, and pay top freelance talent DeleteMe: ⁠20% off removing your personal info from the web Superhuman: ⁠Free month of the fastest and best email with code ALLTHEHACKS Gelt: ⁠Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: ⁠chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Ben Carlson: Website | X Book: Risk and Reward Podcast: Animal Spirits A Longer Life Can Lead to Financial Concerns, and More Questions The Millionaire Next Door by Thomas Stanley and William Danko Roger Federer's 2024 Dartmouth Commencement Address ATH Podcast #128: The Psychology of Money with Morgan Housel #174: Secrets of Success in Life and Work with Legendary Silicon Valley Investor Andy Rachleff Newsletter Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@chrishutchins.com Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (00:49) Why Investing Is Still So Hard for Most People (01:37) How Today's Media Makes Markets Feel Scarier Than Ever (02:51) The Core Idea Behind Ben’s New Book (05:10) What Japan's Lost Three Decades Teach Long-Term Investors (08:50) Why You Need Exposure Beyond