On this week's show, we talk holiday retail and share some timeless investing advice. Plus Corporate Library co-founder and film critic Nell Minow talks Buffett, markets, and movies.

On this week's show, we talk about China's tightening, Ireland's crisis, Wal-Mart's expansion, and Apple's latest music.  Motley Fool Managing Editor Brian Richards serves up a shot of Diageo.   And Vanity Fair writer Bethany McLean talks about about her new book, All the Devils Are Here:  The Hidden History of The Financial Crisis.

Asian market tumble.  Gold hits a new high.  Cisco and Disney report earnings.  And Walmart makes a big move for the holidays.  On this week's show, we'll discuss those stories, share some stocks on our radar, and talk with television critic Tim Goodman.

The stock market hits a two-year high. The Fed goes on a buying spree.  The GOP wins control of the House. And Starbucks and Whole Foods report big earnings. On this week's show, we'll tackle those stories and talk with Ford CEO Alan Mulally.