Challenge Your Brain | Michael Kemp Author

In this episode I chat with Michael Kemp, author of three investment books—Creating Real Wealth, Uncommon Sense, and The Ulysses Contract. Our conversation was inspired by Michael’s presentation at the 2025 Australian Shareholders Association conference, diving deeply into the quirks of human psychology and how they shape our investing decisions. Our brains are wired for survival in a prehistoric world, often leading us astray in modern financial markets. Michael pointed out that our ancestors needed to make snap judgments to avoid becoming a predator’s lunch. This instinct to form quick beliefs based on minimal evidence was life-saving back then but can be disastrous for investors today. Blog post available at this link Watch on YouTube 🌎If you enjoy the show, support us by trying QAV America with code SFBUS. ⭐ Try QAV America https://www.qavamerica.com If you want to learn the QAV system for US markets, check out QAV America — Cameron’s weekly checklist, buy and sell recommendations all based on Tony Kynaston''s Quality at Value system. 👉 14‑day free trial 👉 https://www.qavamerica.com A great way to support the show while learning a proven, systematic approach to value investing. 🌎 Tykr - Stock Investing for Beginners. Learn how to avoid emotional mistakes, choose investments with a rationale, and build wealth with confidence. Disclosure: The links provided are affiliate links. I will be paid a commission if you use this link to make a purchase. You will receive a discount by using these links/coupon codes. I only recommend products and services that I use and trust myself or where I have interviewed and/or met the founders and have assured myself that they’re offering something of value. Stocks for Beginners is a production of Finpods Pty Ltd. The advice shared on Stocks for Beginners is general in nature and does not consider your individual circumstances. Stocks for Beginners exists purely for educational and entertainment purposes and should not be relied upon to make an investment or financial decision. If you do choose to buy a financial product, read the PDS, TMD and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored towards your needs. Philip Muscatello and Finpods Pty Ltd are authorised representatives of Money Sherpa PTY LTD ABN - 321649 27708, AFSL - 451289.