Investies

Linda Garcia, Texas House Representative, author of Wealth Warrior: 8 Steps for Communities of Color to Conquer the Stock Market, and founder of In Luz We Trust, is dedicated to empowering BIPOC and Latinx communities through financial literacy. Her podcast, Investies, tackles real-money topics, demystifies investing, and explores crucial areas like the stock market, money management, and the impact of interest rates on personal finances. Linda’s work advocates for financial independence, championing equity and representation for all, especially immigrants and marginalized communities. As a financial feminist, she encourages listeners—regardless of political affiliation, be it Republican or Democrat—to take control of their financial futures. Through her podcast and advocacy, Linda tackles the intersection of financial education, the economy, and geopolitics, helping diverse communities build wealth and secure their place in today’s financial landscape. Produced by Cosmic Standard and In Luz We Trust. Find and support us on Patreon at patreon.com/investies

Investing
Education
Business News
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Q1: The tax benefits of investing
Linda discusses the tax benefits of investing, and breaks down the differences between short- and long-term capital gains.   Links:  https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wwthecourse https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wealthwarriorbook https://www.inluzwetrust.com/...
14 min
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Q1: How the market’s doing
Linda discusses the state of the market at the start of earnings season.   Links:  https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wwthecourse https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wealthwarriorbook https://www.inluzwetrust.com/patreon Produced by Cosmic Standard & In Luz W...
15 min
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Q1: Kicking off 2024
Linda discusses where the market stands at the start of 2024.   For more information on the Santa Claus Rally, see our episode from 11/9/23 on stock market seasonal patterns.   Links:  https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wwthecourse https://www.inluzwetrust...
12 min
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Q4: Looking back, looking ahead
Linda wraps up 2023 and looks forward at 2024.    Links:  https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wwthecourse https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wealthwarriorbook https://www.inluzwetrust.com/patreon Produced by Cosmic Standard & In Luz We Trust
7 min
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Q4: Becoming a Texas state rep
Linda makes a once-in-a-lifetime announcement.   Links:  https://www.lindafortexas.com/ https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wwthecourse https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wealthwarriorbook https://www.inluzwetrust.com/patreon Produced by Cosmic Standard & In ...
10 min
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Q4: Tax harvesting
Linda explains what tax harvesting is, how to do it, and why.    Links:  https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wwthecourse https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wealthwarriorbook https://www.inluzwetrust.com/patreon Produced by Cosmic Standard & In Luz We Trust
21 min
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Q4: IPOs
Linda explains what an IPO means. She also coaches us on how to pick companies in which we want to invest, and what it means if they IPO.   Links:  https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wwthecourse https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wealthwarriorbook https://www.in...
22 min
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Q4: Investor emotions
Linda coaches us on how to deal with our emotions as the market fluctuates.    Links:  https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wwthecourse https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wealthwarriorbook https://www.inluzwetrust.com/patreon Produced by Cosmic Standard & In L...
18 min
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Q4: Celebrating some market wins
Linda discusses some positive news for the stock market, and explains what’s going on with interest rates this week.   Links:  https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wwthecourse https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wealthwarriorbook https://www.inluzwetrust.com/patreo...
14 min
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Q4: Stock market seasonal patterns
Linda discusses the September Effect, the October Bottom, and the Santa Claus Rally.    Links:  https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wwthecourse https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wealthwarriorbook https://www.inluzwetrust.com/patreon   Produced by Cosmic Standard...
16 min
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Q4: How geopolitics affect the stock market
Linda explains how the current geopolitical situation is currently affecting the stock market.   Links:  https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wwthecourse https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wealthwarriorbook https://www.inluzwetrust.com/patreon Produced by Cosmic S...
10 min
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A brief note
Linda takes a break from regular programming to address the tragedies unfolding in the Middle East.
3 min
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Q4: The language of money
Linda explains linguistic relativity and the power of understanding the language of money.   Links:  https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wwthecourse https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wealthwarriorbook https://www.inluzwetrust.com/patreon   Produced by Cosmic Sta...
10 min
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Q4: The September Effect
Linda explains the September Effect, the October Bottom, and the effect of the latest job reports on the market.    Links:  https://peopleenespanol.com/chica/linda-garcia-wealth-warrior-united-states-debt-default/ https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wwtheco...
16 min
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Q3: Government Shutdown?
Linda explains why it seems like we’re getting close to a government shutdown, and what that means for the economy.    Links:  https://peopleenespanol.com/chica/linda-garcia-wealth-warrior-united-states-debt-default/ https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wwth...
15 min
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Q3: The ups and downs of interest and inflation
Linda explains the relationship between interest and inflation, and what you need to know about the recent interest rate hikes.   Links:  https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wwthecourse https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wealthwarriorbook https://www.inluzwetrust...
15 min
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Q3: Dime con quién andas, y te diré quién eres
Linda talks about how our social circle can influence our outlook on life and abundance. She encourages us to surround ourselves with folks who support our personal and material growth.   Links:  https://www.advisorperspectives.com/dshort/updates/202...
16 min
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Q3: Direct ownership
Linda breaks down the difference between stock market exposure and direct ownership. She encourages us to invest in companies we love to support.   Links:  https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wwthecourse https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wealthwarriorbook https:...
22 min
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Q3: Walmart & Target earnings calls
Linda discusses how Walmart and Target fared in Q2 of this year. She also advises us about our spending activity and performance as consumers.   Links:  https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wwthecourse https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wealthwarriorbook https://w...
22 min
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Q3: Custodial accounts
Linda discusses custodial accounts, and how transformative they can be. She speaks to the necessity of financial education for communities of color.   Links:  https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wwthecourse https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wealthwarriorbook htt...
13 min
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Q3: Moody’s downgrades
Linda discusses this week’s market news, including the US’s increasingly poor credit rating and mounting bank failures. She also advises us to use downturns in the market to our advantage.   Links:  https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wwthecourse https://ww...
16 min
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Q3: US credit rating
Linda discusses this week’s market news, including the US’s new, lower credit rating, the debt ceiling, and inflation. She also advises us to keep calm and trust that the market always recovers.   Links:  https://www.inluzwetrust.com/wwthecourse http...
9 min
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Q3: Earnings and inflation
Linda discusses this week’s market news, including earning’s calls, contradictions in the market, inflation, and a possible recession later this year. She also gives advice on how we should work with the market in its current state.   Links:  https:/...
12 min
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Trailer
On Investies, we break down the chisme on the stock market and the current state of the economy. Your host Linda Garcia will help you let go of scarcity mindset and develop a healthier relationship with money through the lens of investing by way of t...
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