# Ep 438. Political Insider Trading

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Podcast: [Retire SMART Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/retire-smart-podcast-6956219)
Published: 2026-07-04T13:00:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 724

## Resource

Today, David Brooks reveals what the dramatic rise and fall of the SpaceX IPO can teach investors about market hype and long-term investing. He also discusses why there's no universal "magic number" for retirement, explores concerns over congressional stock trading, and explains how thoughtful estate planning can help families preserve both wealth and relationships for generations.

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