The Fatal Mistake That’s Handing the AI Race to China | Jacob Shapiro
2025-10-24
Jacob Shapiro, director of geopolitical research at the Bespoke Group, joins me to discuss the AI arms race.
Jacob compares AI to containerization, arguing the real opportunities lie in companies that leverage AI for productivity, not AI companies themselves.
You’ll also hear about India’s potential as a tech superpower—and why protecting proprietary data matters more than most companies realize. We also discuss Taiwan’s strategic importance, North American trade policy under the Trump administration, and how drug cartels impact Mexico’s relationship with the US.
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The Fed Is About to Unleash a Market Frenzy | Ed Yardeni
2025-10-20
There’s a pattern with Dr. Ed Yardeni’s predictions: he’s usually right. In our new interview, Dr. Ed explains why the labor market is in a “funk,” how retiring baby boomers are propping up consumer spending, and how AI is impacting entry-level hiring.
We also discuss why lowering rates could create a melt-up in the markets, China’s economic challenges, and whether the price of gold will reach $10,000 by the end of the decade.
Get Dr. Ed’s take on Fed policy, bitcoin, and the Mag 7 by watching our interview now.
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Why Your Landlord Is Getting RICH (And You’re Not) | Barry Habib
2025-09-12
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MBS Highway founder Barry Habib delivers some uncomfortable truths about the US housing market. If you’re wondering why your mortgage payment feels impossible or why your kids can’t afford to move out, this conversation explains why.
Barry walks through the real numbers behind housing affordability—spoiler: it’s not just about high prices. He explains why the common advice about needing 20% down is keeping people out of the market and shares some investment strategies most people don’t know exist.
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Wall St Veteran Warns a “Bigger Drawdown” is Coming This Fall | Jared Dillian
2025-07-24
Could another tariff shock rattle the markets?
It’s been a quiet summer for most investors. Jared Dillian doesn’t expect that to last. For Jared, the spring tariff meltdown broke the market—for good. And we may be due for a second tariff-driven sell-off this fall.
From the Fed’s future leadership to a looming boom in commodities, Jared shares his insights on how investors should navigate these uncertain times.
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Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
01:30 – US Dollar
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