Chris Hill wraps up 2014 with a listener email, a few thoughts about Stephen Sondheim, and the journey that some (but not all) investors take.

“How can I get my kids investing?” is one of the most commonly-asked questions.  Chris Hill talks with high school senior McKenna Haase about how she got started, what adult investors can learn from teenagers, and her other passion in life: sprint car racing.

3^rd-quarter GDP grows 5%. Keurig Green Mountain recalls 7 million machines due to reports of burn-related injuries.  Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag and discuss the state of hedge funds.

We look back on the year in the energy industry, including the top energy stocks of 2014, a CEO of note, and a potential IPO for 2015.

Rite Aid soars. America runs away from Dunkin’ Brands.  And Oracle closes in on an all-time high. Plus we discuss investing opportunities in Cuba.

Motley Fool Funds analyst Bill Barker breaks down the latest earnings reports from FedEx, Darden Restaurants and General Mills.  Plus we discuss the relative importance of analyst upgrades & downgrades.

Motley Fool Funds analysts Tim Hanson and Nate Weisshaar analyze Russia’s rising interest rate and falling ruble.  Plus, they share insights (and travel tips) from their recent trips to South Korea and Brazil.

PetSmart goes private in the biggest LBO of 2014.  Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag to discuss the price of oil and energy stocks to put on your watchlist.

Lululemon athletica rises on surprising Q3 results. LendingClub soars on its first day of trading.  Staples and Office Depot rise on talks of a potential merger.  Plus we analyze which office supplies are overrated and underrated.

Costco hits an all-time high after strong Q1 results. Krispy Kreme’s 2014 continues to be less awesome that Krispy Kreme’s 2013.  And Yum Brands continues to struggle in China.