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Steve Novakovic discusses the transformative shift from strategic asset allocation to the Total Portfolio Approach (TPA), highlighting governance changes, evolving market dynamics, and the implications for institutional investors, private markets, and alternative investments.
A discussion of potential U.S. imperial ambitions under Trump, exploring geopolitical moves in Venezuela and Greenland, and analyzing how markets might react to increasingly aggressive foreign policy strategies.
An expert discussion of portfolio construction that challenges traditional 60/40 investing strategies, explores the importance of understanding individual risk profiles, and examines how factors like time horizon, income stability, and macro trends impact optimal investment approaches.
Alex Rampell discusses Andreessen Horowitz's $15B fundraise, venture capital strategies, and the evolving landscape of technology investment, emphasizing the importance of finding high-agency founders who can materialize labor, capital, and customers.
Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev discusses the company's record year, expanding to 11 business lines generating over $100M in annual revenue, innovative earnings calls, prediction markets, tokenization efforts, and long-term vision for global financial domination.
Kam Dasani shares how he broke free from feeling underutilized in his corporate job by developing strategic trading skills, teaching professionals how to generate active income through swing trading options and build financial freedom without quitting their jobs overnight.
Logan Allin discusses how size becomes the enemy of venture returns, why private markets are changing, and how Fin Capital is building a full-lifecycle platform focused on enterprise software by taking a contrarian approach and finding inefficient market opportunities.
Clay Finck explores Daniel Gladiš's book "Hidden Investment Treasures", revealing how the rise of passive investing has created market inefficiencies and opportunities for disciplined value investors to find undervalued stocks across different sectors and geographies.
A deep tech venture capitalist shares his journey from PhD engineer to investor, emphasizing that people matter more than technology and success is about recruiting great talent, building relationships, and finding founders who can adapt and execute.
Deepak Sindwani shares how Wavecrest Growth Partners deliberately caps its fund size at $450M, prioritizes building trusting relationships with founders, and focuses on helping growth-stage B2B tech companies scale from $5M to $50M in revenue through strategic partnership and collaborative value-add.
Harley Bassman discusses macroeconomic trends, investment strategies, and market insights, focusing on persistent inflation, fiscal deficits, passive equity flows, mortgage-backed securities, long-dated bond options, private credit, MLPs, and gold as an alternative currency.
A deep dive into alternative investing reveals that infrastructure, behavioral considerations, and thoughtful portfolio construction matter more than fund selection, with a focus on reducing friction, managing illiquidity, and creating investor-friendly structures that encourage long-term allocation across vintages.
Chris Van Dusen shares insights on building successful businesses, navigating venture capital, and helping founders create long-term value through disciplined investing, strategic partnerships, and operational excellence.
Clay, Sean, and Daniel discuss their top stock picks for 2026: Exor N.V. (a holding company with a significant Ferrari stake), Mercado Libre (a dominant Latin American e-commerce and fintech platform), and Meta (a tech giant with strong advertising capabilities and potential AI upside).
In this episode, Alex Tonelli discusses how Endurance, a family office for three entrepreneurs, evolved from a startup holding company to a highly structured investment vehicle by applying first-principles thinking, focusing on vintage diversification, and avoiding institutional investment pitfalls.
Matt Ober, a seed-stage venture capitalist at Social Leverage, discusses the evolving data economy, highlighting how AI is reshaping data business models, the emergence of new data sources, and the transformation of alternative data from alpha to beta.
A deep dive into trust structuring reveals how billionaires can preserve family wealth, enable their children's opportunities, and minimize taxes by carefully selecting an independent trustee who understands family dynamics and provides long-term strategic guidance.
Kyle Grieve reflects on the key investing lessons he learned in 2025, including the importance of flexible conviction, understanding company culture, focusing on downside protection, and recognizing the power of incentives.
A seasoned investor reveals his unorthodox "observational investing" strategy of leveraging social media trends and consumer behavior shifts to generate massive returns, turning $20,000 into nearly $70 million over 17 years by identifying information asymmetries before the market catches on.
Former Wall Street investment banker Tan Gera shares his transformative journey from losing millions in the 2018 crypto crash to building a 9-figure global crypto education company by strategically reinvesting, targeting overlooked market segments, and creating high-value educational offerings.
Steve Hou discusses his Bloomberg Indices "Reformers Index" strategy, which systematically identifies and invests in companies experiencing fundamental improvement, demonstrating how stocks moving from "bad to less bad" can potentially outperform traditional market indices.
An exploration of the dot-com bubble reveals how distorted incentives, speculative excess, and misaligned corporate governance led to a dramatic market crash, offering timeless lessons for investors about understanding value and avoiding hype.
A hilarious and reflective annual review podcast where Sam, Sean, and Steph discuss their best investments, personal losses, coolest moments, and favorite guests of the year, culminating in a discussion about potential parenthood and running marathons.
Andrew Beer discusses the evolution of multi-strategy hedge funds, exploring how these "pod shops" generate superior risk-adjusted returns through sophisticated risk management, information advantages, and talent curation, while also explaining his approach to democratizing alternative investment strategies through low-cost, efficiently designed ETFs.
Jason Calacanis shares insights on his media journey, investing strategy at Launch, lessons from the All-In Podcast, and personal experiences with Elon Musk and Tesla while discussing his approach to podcasting, venture capital, and startup investing.
Jim Cramer discusses hot takes on big tech companies like Apple, Meta, Amazon, Microsoft, Tesla, NVIDIA, Oracle, and OpenAI, sharing insights on their potential, challenges, and future prospects while promoting his book on making money in any market.
Jamie Lee from Tamarack Global shares insights on generating venture capital alpha through founder referrals, asymmetric information, and deep diligence, while exploring emerging technologies like humanoid robotics and the future of labor automation.
Brian Neider, Managing Partner at Lead Edge Capital, shares how the firm scaled from a $52M first fund to $5B across six funds by creating a unique LP model focused on high-net-worth individuals who actively support portfolio companies, maintaining a rigorous investment framework, and prioritizing relationship-building and communication.
A deep dive into iRobot's bankruptcy, exploring how the failed Amazon acquisition and regulatory challenges led to the company's downfall and eventual sale to a Chinese robotics manufacturer.
In this episode, Alfred Lee from Q Wealth Partners discusses the evolution of portfolio construction, highlighting the shift from traditional 60/40 portfolios to a 50/30/20 model that incorporates alternatives, emphasizes the importance of uncorrelated assets, and focuses on managing liquidity during market crises.
Howard Marks discusses his investment philosophy, the importance of avoiding losers, understanding market cycles, maintaining an even keel, and finding opportunities in inefficient markets while emphasizing the need to stack the odds in your favor and not overreach.
Peter Madsen, CIO of Utah's SITFO, discusses building a sovereign wealth fund from scratch, focusing on factor-based investing, mean reversion, venture capital strategy, and leveraging AI tools to streamline investment due diligence.
A deep dive into Colzen Capital's innovative pre-exit liquidity strategy that provides founders and executives with structured equity financing, enabling them to unlock liquidity while maintaining upside potential in late-stage venture companies.
Rennick Palley, founder of Stratos, discusses how he built four top-decile crypto funds by developing a disciplined, mathematically grounded approach to portfolio construction and investing in crypto with a focus on fundamentals, strategic allocation, and understanding the evolving market dynamics.
A deep dive into Sequoia's partnership model, exploring how they find and partner with outlier founders, their approach to venture investing, and the importance of conviction, courage, and continuous improvement in selecting the most important companies of tomorrow.
Julia Rees Toader shares insights from her decade advising top CIOs at Goldman Sachs, revealing how the world's best investors balance technical analysis with gut instinct, emotional intelligence, and idiosyncratic risk-taking.
Steve McLaughlin, founder of FT Partners, shares insights into the future of fintech, highlighting the transformative potential of AI, tokenization of real-world assets, and the importance of building innovative, globally-focused financial technology companies that can potentially become trillion-dollar enterprises.
Max Levchin, co-founder and CEO of Affirm, discusses how his Buy Now, Pay Later company differentiates itself from traditional credit cards by offering transparent, no-hidden-fee lending with a focus on responsible borrowing and individual transaction underwriting.
An insider's deep dive into building a durable venture capital firm by focusing on high-access Series A investments, operational support for founders, and maintaining consistent performance across investment vintages.
In this episode, Oren Klaff shares his expertise on negotiation, status control, and deal-making, revealing powerful strategies for entrepreneurs to navigate high-stakes conversations and level the playing field with more powerful counterparts.
Alex Edelson, an LP backing elite seed funds, shares insights into how top LPs diligence emerging managers, revealing that only 5% of funds pass their initial screening and references are crucial in determining investment potential.
Meb Faber discusses the current U.S. stock market's extreme valuations, arguing that while returns have been exceptional over the past 15 years, investors should look beyond U.S. stocks and consider alternatives like foreign markets, value stocks, and trend-following strategies.
Greg Jensen, Co-CIO of Bridgewater Associates, discusses the global economic shifts towards mercantilism, the transformative potential of AI, and the concentration of capital, while sharing insights on investing, radical transparency, and the importance of compounding organizational knowledge.
In this episode, Yasmine Lacaillade shares her insights on venture fundraising, discussing her journey from TPG Axon to Drive Capital, her approach to capital formation, and the importance of adding value, market mapping, and building relationships in the venture capital ecosystem.
Natalie Brunell discusses her book "Bitcoin is for Everyone," exploring how Bitcoin offers hope and solutions to systemic financial problems, drawing from her immigrant background and experiences during the 2008 financial crisis.
A deep dive into how Liquid LP provides NAV loans that allow LPs to unlock liquidity from their private fund positions without selling at a discount, exploring loan structures, underwriting processes, and the platform's approach to serving high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and institutions.
Mel Williams, co-founder of TrueBridge Capital, shares insights on the venture capital landscape, discussing the power of signal, the importance of concentrating on top-performing managers, and the exciting potential of AI while navigating a frothy investment environment.
General Atlantic's Co-President Martín Escobari discusses the firm's unique founding story, global investment strategy, and his approach to growth equity, emphasizing patience, intuition, and the importance of being a good partner in investing across international markets.
Ray Dalio discusses five major historical forces reshaping the world: monetary systems, wealth inequality, geopolitical shifts, natural events, and technological innovation, with a particular focus on how AI and current global changes reflect historical patterns of economic and societal transformation.
Kyle Grieve explores key investment insights from various legendary investors profiled in John Train's "Money Masters of Our Time", highlighting their unique strategies, perspectives on market opportunities, and principles of successful investing across different market approaches.
Jack and Max discuss the potential popping of the AI bubble, focusing on rising debt issuance for AI development, the financial risks faced by tech giants, and the performance of insurance stocks amid market volatility.
Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev discusses how the company is democratizing finance by breaking Wall Street rules, tokenizing private company shares, running prediction markets, and building a platform that makes everyone an owner.
Max Altman discusses his journey in venture capital, from early investments in companies like Reddit and Rippling to founding Saga Ventures, sharing insights on seed investing, the challenges of the VC landscape, and his strategy for building a boutique early-stage fund.
A comprehensive exploration of private equity's evolving landscape, focusing on the challenges of large buyouts and the potential opportunities in the lower middle market, while examining broader investment principles and market dynamics.
Gene Ludwig and Paolo Bertolotti of ModernFi discuss how their innovative deposit network solution could help community banks survive future financial crises by creating a bank-owned consortium that addresses technology, economic, and alignment challenges in the banking ecosystem.
Scott Galloway and Ed Elson discuss the potential overvaluation of the stock market, the AI race between the U.S. and China, and the ongoing housing crisis, exploring alternative investment strategies and the need for increased housing supply.
Jeffrey Gundlach discusses his bearish outlook on financial markets, warning of potential crises in private credit, overvalued assets, and unsustainable US government debt, while recommending investors diversify with non-US assets, gold, and cash.
Erik YWR presents a bullish case for the stock market, arguing that the S&P could reach 10,000 by 2027 driven by strong corporate earnings, global economic growth, technological transformation, and potential banking sector expansion.
Giuseppe Infusino discusses how InvestBev is transforming whiskey barrels into an institutional alternative asset class with unique investment characteristics and potential for asymmetric returns.
In this episode, Dan Fleyshman interviews Raul Villacis and the Chapman Brothers, discussing entrepreneurship, wealth-building, real estate investing, personal growth, and the importance of giving back while sharing insights from their personal and professional experiences.
Serial entrepreneur Kim Perell shares her journey from a $10,000 kitchen table startup to a $100 million business, revealing her five key execution traits and how to turn entrepreneurial challenges into opportunities for growth.
A wide-ranging conversation with Chris Sacca about risk, investing, storytelling, authenticity, and drifting back to his true self through various life chapters, from tech investor to climate tech founder.
Chris Sacca reflects on his journey through venture capital, climate investing, and personal growth, discussing his approach to risk, authenticity, and finding meaningful work that can create significant impact.
A deep dive into the world of investment allocation, exploring how top allocators collaborate, detect hidden risks, and continuously learn to stay ahead in the ever-evolving financial landscape.
A deep dive into the rise of sports gambling reveals how legal betting has transformed sports culture, potentially threatening game integrity and causing financial harm to a significant number of young men.
Codie Sanchez shares her contrarian approach to entrepreneurship, revealing how to build wealth by acquiring profitable "boring" businesses with little upfront capital and creative financing strategies.
Tobias Carlisle explores Warren Buffett's investment strategies through the lens of Sun Tzu's "The Art of War," examining iconic deals like the GenRe acquisition and BNSF railroad purchase to reveal timeless principles of risk management and strategic investing.
Melvin Hibberd, CIO of Hunter Point Capital, explains how the firm is redefining GP stakes investing through proprietary partnerships, strategic value-add, and long-term alignment, focusing on building trust and supporting private market GPs beyond traditional capital solutions.
Derek Pilecki of Gator Capital discusses his focused strategy on financial sector stocks, why recent credit concerns are overblown, and how he has successfully grown his hedge fund by focusing exclusively on financial stocks while outperforming the S&P 500.
Jim Grant discusses the current market euphoria, warning of potential speculative bubbles in Bitcoin, AI, and stocks, while highlighting the risks of excessive debt, overvaluation, and reckless financial behavior reminiscent of past market cycles.
A deep dive into early-stage venture capital, exploring how top VCs partner with founders before traction, leverage AI for efficiency, and provide value through thought partnership and intellectual honesty.
Industry Ventures' Jonathan Roosevelt explains how the firm leverages its 650-fund network and $8 billion in AUM to identify co-investment opportunities through rigorous diligence that emphasizes direct customer validation and manager credibility over social proof.
Dan Sundheim of D1 Capital discusses his philosophy on fundamental stock picking, navigating the GameStop short squeeze, managing billions across public and private markets, and why he believes the public markets are increasingly problematic for successful companies.
A deep dive into Industry Ventures' acquisition by Goldman Sachs, the surprising departure of a Thinking Machines co-founder to Meta for $3.5B, and the evolving landscape of venture capital and AI investments.
A discussion with John Caruso from Franklin Templeton about their strategic approach to private markets, emphasizing long-term partnership, diversification, and growth across institutional and retail channels.
Roelof Botha discusses Sequoia Capital's leadership philosophy, investment strategy, and perspectives on venture capital, emphasizing the firm's culture of stewardship, continuous innovation, and backing unconventional founders who aim to change the world.
As U.S.-China trade tensions escalate with new port fees, tariffs, and accusations of economic hostility, the markets experience volatility and uncertainty, reflecting the complex geopolitical relationship between the two nations.
Hightower's head of alternatives discusses the firm's strategic approach to wealth management, focusing on democratizing private markets access, leveraging technology, and providing diversified investment solutions across public and private markets.
A deep dive into the credit market's First Brands bankruptcy, potential systemic risks, and its impact on financial markets, alongside a discussion of Trump's potential China tariffs and the stock market's reaction.
A deep dive into the future of fixed income investing, exploring why bonds may outperform stocks over the next decade, the importance of portfolio construction, and the need for capital efficiency in bond strategies.
A deep dive into Future Standard's approach to private equity investing, focusing on capital allocation, manager selection, and the evolving landscape of alternative investment structures across institutional and wealth channels.
Japan is poised to elect its first female prime minister, Sana Takaiichi, who has sparked market optimism with a potential focus on fiscal expansion and strategic economic growth, causing the Nikkei to rise 5% and hit record highs.
Hetty Green, a pioneering female Wall Street investor in the late 19th century, single-handedly prevented the collapse of the American economy during financial panics by lending millions at fair rates while maintaining her fierce independence and frugal lifestyle.
Conrad Chang, a managing partner at Ensemble VC, shares insights on building successful venture funds, emphasizing the importance of trust, long-term thinking, and leveraging data and software to improve investment strategies.
Sid Malhotra discusses his journey from Citadel to becoming a CIO at Cactus Capital, sharing insights on long-term investing, absolute return strategies, preparing for market corrections, and the unique advantages of single family offices.
Sid Malhotra shares insights from his investment journey at Cactus Capital, discussing his approach to long-term investing, managing a single family office, and lessons learned from working at Citadel and Pritzker Group.
Derek Pilecki discusses current market conditions, investment opportunities in the financial sector, his successful investments in Robinhood and WEX Inc., and shares insights on value investing, regional banks, and the evolving banking landscape.
Gary Vee interviews Henry Ward, CEO of Carta, about scaling a business, board management, entrepreneurship, and the importance of creating a culture that supports employee growth and ownership.
Jacqueline Johnson shares her entrepreneurial journey of building, selling, and then buying back her company Create and Cultivate, discussing her perspectives on financial success, external recognition, and personal growth along the way.
Julian Robertson's Tiger Fund, a legendary hedge fund that delivered exceptional returns from 1980 to 1998, ultimately closed during the dot-com bubble due to Robertson's centralized management style and inability to adapt to the irrational market conditions.
A deep dive into venture capital research reveals surprising insights, including how most startup failures stem from raising too much money too early, and the importance of origination-stage investing in uncovering truly innovative companies.
Brian Miller shares insights into managing Sacramento County's $15 billion pension fund, discussing his journey from active equity management at Tuckman Grossman to becoming a public equity and absolute return investment officer, emphasizing long-term investing, manager selection, and the importance of understanding investment strategies across public and private markets.
The podcast explores the rapidly growing $100 billion continuation vehicle market, highlighting its performance, advantages for private equity firms and investors, and its potential to transform the private equity landscape.
A candid discussion with Yash, founder of FanBases, exploring how young entrepreneurs are making money online by selling digital products, courses, and communities while leveraging technology and social media platforms.
Avi Muchnick discusses his journey from lawyer to private equity investor and co-founder of Cresset, a $70 billion AUM wealth management firm focused on serving ultra-high net worth clients. He shares insights on private equity evolution, investment strategies, relationship-building, and creating a unique client-centric business model that optimizes both wealth and lifestyle.
Deiya Pernas, co-founder of Pernos Research, discusses their investment philosophy of identifying companies with a promising future state that differs from the market's perception, achieving an impressive 27.1% net return since 2017. The conversation covers their approach to investing, including the importance of understanding a company's "motor," portfolio management strategies, and their insights into digital payments, remittances, and emerging AI technologies.
Jason Calacanis and Becki DeGraw from Wilson Sonsini discuss the current startup financing landscape, highlighting unique investment terms for high-performing companies such as founder voting proxies, pre-agreed follow-on round investments, and reduced due diligence. They explore the changing dynamics of startup board governance and investor behavior in a competitive funding environment.
A16z podcast hosts Martin Casado and Leo Polovitz explore the nuanced debate around consensus investing in venture capital, discussing whether being non-consensus is overrated or essential for identifying breakthrough companies. They delve into market efficiency, the importance of understanding investor sentiment, and the potential returns from investing in companies that challenge conventional wisdom.
Albert Azout of Level Ventures discusses how venture capital firms can generate alpha by understanding market changes, network dynamics, and emerging opportunities, focusing on strategies like criticality investing and leveraging data-driven insights. The conversation explores the complexities of venture investing, including the importance of networks, the challenges of predicting market shifts, and the evolving landscape of technology investment.
Frank Mikhail discusses running the North Dakota Land Trust's $8 billion investment portfolio with just a three-person team, focusing on a concentrated strategy with 75% in alternatives like private markets and long-short hedge funds. The portfolio aims to generate alpha through carefully selected managers while maintaining liquidity and a balanced approach across asset classes.
Here's a two-sentence description for the episode: Justin Ishbia, founder of Shore Capital, discusses his systematic approach to private equity, focusing on acquiring and improving micro-cap businesses in various industries through a highly structured, replicable process. The conversation explores Shore Capital's unique strategy of building platforms in inefficient markets, emphasizing operational excellence, talent development, and creating value through consolidation and scale.
Here's a 2-sentence description based on the transcript: Benedetta Steele, a single mother and founder of Mother of Motivation, shares her inspiring journey from healthcare to becoming a financial expert who helps entrepreneurs access funding and build credit. Through her personal experiences and resilience, she now mentors individuals on leveraging credit, overcoming financial challenges, and creating multiple streams of income.
Here's a concise two-sentence description of the episode: In this episode, Alan from IEQ Capital discusses sophisticated investment strategies for high net worth individuals, emphasizing the importance of understanding personal risk tolerance, diversification, and maintaining a balanced portfolio across various asset classes. The conversation covers key topics such as private credit, opportunistic investing, managing national debt, and the role of emerging assets like cryptocurrency in a well-structured investment approach.
Here's a two-sentence description for the episode: Mohnish Pabrai, a billionaire investor, shares his mental models for entrepreneurial success, emphasizing risk reduction, the power of cloning successful business ideas, and the importance of finding and addressing market gaps. Through compelling stories and insights, Pabrai reveals how aspiring entrepreneurs can minimize risk, leverage existing business models, and create wealth by focusing on delivering value and maintaining a long-term perspective.
From humble beginnings in Puerto Rico to building multi-million dollar businesses, Oscar Moises (@officialoscarmoises) and Jorge “Joe” Lara (@lajaraofficial) are on a mission to teach the Latin community how to achieve financial freedom through business funding, credit optimization, and Section 8 real estate. 🇵🇷💼🏘️ In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, you’ll hear how these two entrepreneurs: ✅ Leveraged personal credit to launch e-commerce stores. ✅ Built relationships with banks to access high-limit business funding. ✅ Turned one Section 8 rental into a portfolio of 54 cash-flowing properties. ✅ Overcame family doubt, setbacks, and near-bankruptcy moments to scale to 7-figures. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, this conversation will show you how mentorship, mindset, and networking can change everything — especially for Spanish-speaking communities looking to break into the U.S. market. 📅 Full episode available now — watch and learn how to turn your story into your success. Your Network is your NETWORTH! Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS: Instagram: https://jo.my/paulalex2024 Facebook: https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024 YouTube: https://jo.my/ytpaulalex2024 LinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024 Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you:www.CashSwipe.com FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ed breaks down a potential share sale that could make OpenAI the most valuable private company in the world. Then, he’s joined by Jason Bazinet, Managing Director of Media and Entertainment Research at Citigroup, to dig into Disney’s earnings. Finally, Mark Mahaney joins the show to unpack Uber’s results and explain how the company is positioning itself in the race for autonomous dominance. A note to our listeners: our team is out of office for vacation starting next week. There will be no new episodes from August 11th to the 22nd. Enjoy the rest of your summer, and we’ll be back on the 25th. Check out our latest Prof G Markets newsletter Order "The Algebra of Wealth" out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow Prof G Markets on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Follow Scott on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ed breaks down a potential share sale that could make OpenAI the most valuable private company in the world. Then, he’s joined by Jason Bazinet, Managing Director of Media and Entertainment Research at Citigroup, to dig into Disney’s earnings. Finally, Mark Mahaney joins the show to unpack Uber’s results and explain how the company is positioning itself in the race for autonomous dominance. A note to our listeners: our team is out of office for vacation starting next week. There will be no new episodes from August 11th to the 22nd. Enjoy the rest of your summer, and we’ll be back on the 25th. Check out our latest Prof G Markets newsletter Order "The Algebra of Wealth" out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow Prof G Markets on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Follow Scott on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Understand how new tariffs may hit your wallet and whether premium credit card fees are still worth it. What do new U.S. tariffs mean for prices on everyday goods and cars? What should you consider when choosing a premium travel credit card? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola discuss the latest economic indicators and the changing landscape of credit card perks to help you understand how today’s macroeconomics and personal finance decisions intersect. Joined by news Nerds Anna Helhoski and Rick VanderKnyff, the team unpacks key insights from recent federal data drops. They begin with a discussion of the latest tariffs and economic reports, with tips and tricks on understanding how import duties impact consumer prices, why inflation could be on the rise again, and how job growth revisions may affect consumer sentiment. Then, credit card Nerd Melissa Lambarena joins Sean and Elizabeth to discuss whether high-fee premium cards still deliver value. They cover how reward structures are changing, when it makes sense to downgrade instead of cancel, and how opening or closing a card affects your credit score. Take the Smart Money Podcast Listener Survey 2025 and enter to win a prize! https://nerdwallet.com/podsurvey Card benefits, terms and fees can change. For the most up-to-date information about cards mentioned in this episode, read our reviews: Chase Sapphire Reserve Makes Big Changes: Higher Fee, New Rates, More Perks https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/chase-sapphire-reserve-overhaul-june-2025 Chase Sapphire Preferred Review: Strong Option for Travel Rewards https://www.nerdwallet.com/reviews/credit-cards/chase-sapphire-preferred Chase Freedom Unlimited Review: A Potential One-Card Solution https://www.nerdwallet.com/reviews/credit-cards/chase-freedom-unlimited American Express Platinum Review: Top-Notch Lounge Access, Big Credits https://www.nerdwallet.com/reviews/credit-cards/american-express-platinum 5 Things to Know About the Bank of America Premium Rewards Elite Credit Card https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/credit-cards/5-things-to-know-about-the-bank-of-america-premium-rewards-elite-credit-card Want us to review your budget? Fill out this form — completely anonymously if you want — and we might feature your budget in a future segment! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScK53yAufsc4v5UpghhVfxtk2MoyooHzlSIRBnRxUPl3hKBig/viewform?usp=header In their conversation, the Nerds discuss: tariffs 2025, credit card downgrade effects, new credit card impact on credit score, consumer inflation trends 2025, unemployment report July 2025, core PCE inflation rate, job growth revisions BLS, credit card rewards explained, travel credit card comparison, high annual fee credit cards, credit card utilization ratio, closing credit card and credit score, 2025 economic outlook, de minimis exemption 2025, trade war impact on consumers, credit card strategy during inflation, interest rates and consumer debt, credit card perks vs cost, credit card churn risks, emergency fund importance 2025, how tariffs raise consumer prices, July 2025 consumer sentiment, credit card reward program changes, and economic uncertainty and spending. To send the Nerds your money questions, call or text the Nerd hotline at 901-730-6373 or email podcast@nerdwallet.com. Like what you hear? Please leave us a review and tell a friend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices