The following video is part of our "Motley Fool Conversations" series, in which technology editor/analyst Andrew Tonner and industrials editor/analyst Brendan Byrnes discuss topics across the investing world.

Today, our "Better Buys" series turns its lens on two massive companies that dominate very different businesses -- telecom and defense. Andrew pitches telecom powerhouse AT&T. Brendan weighs in on General Dynamics' prospects going forward.  Listen in to see which stock appears more attractive for investors today.

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