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In this quarterly Bitcoin Mastermind podcast, experts analyze geopolitical tensions, the potential impact of AI on economic models, cryptocurrency regulations, and Bitcoin's market dynamics while exploring global power shifts and technological disruption.
In a rare and unprecedented move, the Justice Department launched a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, allegedly over building renovations, but widely seen as a political attempt to pressure Powell on monetary policy, which Powell forcefully rejected in a viral video statement.
The escalating tensions between the Trump administration and the Federal Reserve reach a new level as Jerome Powell is served with a DOJ subpoena, potentially threatening criminal charges over Fed building renovations, which Powell claims is an act of political revenge.
A comprehensive look at the 2026 housing market reveals potential opportunities for buyers with improving inventory, moderating mortgage rates, and strategies to make homeownership more accessible despite economic challenges.
Jan Hatzius and Ben Snider from Goldman Sachs discuss their economic and market outlook for 2026, highlighting strong earnings growth, the potential impact of AI, and expectations for continued economic resilience despite concerns about market concentration and productivity shifts.
Secretary Scott Bessent discusses the Trump administration's economic policies, including tariffs, Fed reform, affordability challenges, and the innovative "Trump accounts" program aimed at increasing financial literacy and equity ownership among Americans.
In a conversation with Nicolai Tangen, Ruchir Sharma discusses global market dynamics, the role of AI in economic growth, and potential shifts in the tech bubble and investment landscape.
Luke Gromen discusses the "Mother of All Crises" facing the US, where the country must choose between losing the AI race to China or destroying the Treasury market, with grid constraints, real capital costs, and potential financial repression playing critical roles in this economic dilemma.
Dan Ivascyn discusses the changing fixed income landscape, the potential for bond investments in 2025, and the opportunities in global markets amid evolving economic and political conditions.
In a wide-ranging discussion, Dan Krausz argues that fiscal policy and AI are the two most important macro factors driving the economy, with AI potentially providing a critical productivity boom that could help manage long-term inflation and support government debt growth.
Luke Gromen and Preston Pysh discuss the growing financial stress in the US system, highlighting liquidity challenges, Treasury funding risks, geopolitical shifts, and the potential for a significant economic disruption in the first half of 2025.
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.
Michael Howell discusses the Federal Reserve's decision to stop quantitative tightening, predicting inevitable balance sheet expansion in 2026 while warning that the proposed liquidity injections are insufficient to address underlying market tensions and debt refinancing challenges.
Joseph Wang discusses how the Federal Reserve is likely to expand its balance sheet to avoid losing control over the repo market due to increasing fiscal deficits and growing demand for short-term financing.
Michael Howell discusses the growing divergence in global liquidity between the Federal Reserve's tightening and the People's Bank of China's stimulus, warning that the declining Fed liquidity could signal challenges for financial markets in 2026.
Michael Howell discusses the deteriorating global liquidity cycle, highlighting a divergence between the Federal Reserve's tightening and the People's Bank of China's stimulus, with concerns that 2026 may not be a great year for financial assets.
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.
As the dollar weakened unexpectedly despite tariffs and higher interest rates, global investors responded not by abandoning US dollar assets but by hedging their exposure through foreign exchange swaps, treating dollar investments increasingly like emerging market bonds.
George Saravelos from Deutsche Bank discusses the narrowing US-rest of world growth differential as the core driver of dollar weakness, explaining how Federal Reserve rate cuts, hedging costs, and a 4% US current account deficit threshold will shape medium-term currency movements.
Andrew Ross Sorkin delves into the economic parallels and human dynamics of the 1929 stock market crash, exploring the characters, speculation, and societal shifts that led to one of the most significant financial events in American history.
Lyn Alden discusses the potential decline of US dollar dominance, exploring the shift towards a multipolar currency system and the implications of fiscal dominance on global economic dynamics.
A deep dive into the potential risks to Federal Reserve independence, exploring how political interference could compromise monetary policy and potentially lead to economic instability.
Claudia Sahm discusses the potential erosion of Federal Reserve independence and the economic implications if political control over monetary policy increases.
Patrick Perret-Green discusses the potential parallels between the current private credit boom and the 2007 financial crisis, highlighting concerns about unregulated lending, opacity in the market, and the potential for hidden risks similar to the CDO crisis.
Julian Brigden discusses the fragility of the current "Goldilocks" economic narrative, skeptical of a soft landing and highlighting potential risks of inflation reacceleration, dollar weakness, and market volatility.
Economists Anna Wong and Danielle DiMartino Booth discuss a massive downward revision of 911,000 jobs, revealing potential underlying weaknesses in the labor market and hinting at the possibility of a double-dip recession.
Senator Rand Paul discusses the urgent need to address America's growing national debt, criticizing both Republicans and Democrats for excessive spending and warning about potential economic calamities. He also shares insights on topics ranging from trade and AI to gain-of-function research and the potential for conflict with China, emphasizing the importance of free markets, capitalism, and diplomatic nuance.
The podcast discusses the current trend of home mortgage refinancing, exploring why people are refinancing despite high interest rates, with a focus on cash-out refinancing for purposes like home renovations or debt consolidation. Later, the episode delves into target date funds, explaining how they work, their pros and cons, and providing advice for retirement investing based on a listener's question about optimizing their 401(k) target date fund.
Here's a two-sentence description for the episode: Mark Zandi, chief economist of Moody's Analytics, discusses the U.S. economy's precarious position, highlighting that the country is on the precipice of a recession due to policy challenges like increasing tariffs and potential threats to Federal Reserve independence. The episode explores various economic risks, including a potential bond market meltdown, and offers insights into how these factors could impact GDP growth, inflation, and overall economic stability.
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: In this episode of Prof G Markets, Donald Trump attempts to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook over unproven allegations of mortgage fraud, raising concerns about the independence of the Federal Reserve. The podcast also discusses Eli Lilly's promising new oral obesity drug and explores strategies for young professionals to remain employable in the age of artificial intelligence.
Here's a 2-sentence description for the episode: In this episode of Prof G Markets, Josh Brown discusses the recent tech sell-off driven by Sam Altman's comments about AI excitement, a Meta restructuring rumor, and an MIT study suggesting low returns on generative AI investments. The conversation also explores the implications of Trump's executive order allowing alternative assets in 401(k)s, with Brown arguing that while the move isn't inherently dangerous, venture capital investments in retirement accounts are ill-advised.
In this episode of How I Invest, I speak with Scott Welch, Chief Investment Officer and Partner at Certuity, a multi‑family office managing over $4 billion in assets. Scott joined Certuity’s Board of Managers in 2020, and now leads the investment strategy and participates actively in risk management across all facets of the firm's investments, including portfolio architecture, asset allocation, investment due diligence, and manager selection We talk about what’s keeping him up at night in public markets, his views on the Fed and interest rate policy, and how Certuity builds globally diversified portfolios that balance risk factor, asset class, and geographic exposure. We also go deep into taxes, where Certuity aggressively harvests losses using market-neutral overlays to create "tax alpha" for their clients.
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
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