The Black Swan

Billie and Mark Elliott build this conversation around author Nassim Taleb's idea of the "Black Swan", the rare, unpredictable event no one sees coming. They trace the term's origin (for centuries "all swans are white" was accepted fact, until black ones turned up in Australia in 1697), point to events like 9/11 and 2008 as market examples, and make a subtle but important point: diversification can spread out company-specific risk, but it can't protect you from a broad market drop if all your money is in the market. About the show The Miles Financial Show is hosted by Billie Miles III, Founder and CEO of Miles Financial Group, an independent financial services firm in the Inland Empire serving individuals in or near retirement. Each week, Billie shares educational conversations on retirement income, investments, taxes, healthcare, and estate planning. Connect with us To request a complimentary, no-obligation retirement analysis, call (909) 321-9737 or visit milesfinancialgroup.com. The Miles Financial Show airs on AM590 The Answer, KMET 1490 AM, an ABC News Affiliate, and Kat Country 100.7 FM. Peace of Mind for the Miles Ahead. Disclosures Miles Financial Group is an independent financial services firm assisting individuals in preparing for retirement through investments and insurance products. Insurance services are provided by Miles Financial Group. Investment advisory services are offered through Signal Wealth, a Registered Investment Advisor. Full disclosures available at milesfinancialgroup.com.