Walkner Condon Financial Advisors

In this episode of Gimme Some Truth, Clint, Keith, and Nate take a deep dive into one of the most debated topics in finance today: investment bubbles. From historical manias to the modern AI boom, this episode unpacks how bubbles form, why they burst, and what investors should watch for in today’s elevated market environment.We explore classic examples like Tulip Mania, the Dot-Com Bubble, and other notable periods of irrational market enthusiasm. The team also examines current concerns surrounding AI valuations, cryptocurrency speculation, and whether today's market dynamics mirror past bubbles.You’ll learn:What defines a financial bubbleHow investor psychology, FOMO, and high valuations fuel unsustainable growthWhether modern trends like AI and crypto show signs of bubble behaviorHow bubbles can form even during strong economic conditionsPractical strategies for navigating “frothy” marketsWhy diversification and discipline matter more than everTimestamps:00:00 — Introduction to Investment Bubbles00:37 —