The Insightful Investor is a weekly podcast hosted by Alex Shahidi, Co-CIO of one of the nation’s leading RIAs. In a conversational, “fireside chat” format, Alex interacts with some of the world’s premier investors and business icons to share market insights rarely found elsewhere. While many investors echo common sentiments, our “insights” include concepts that we believe are counterintuitive, widely misunderstood, or underappreciated. With over two decades of experience managing billions o ...
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Evoke 20-Minute Market Outlook is a quarterly podcast hosted by Alex Shahidi, Co-CIO of one of the largest RIAs in the country. Alex and his Evoke colleagues, Damien Bisserier (Co-CIO) and Michael Marco (Senior VP, Investment Research) share thoughts about the current economic and market environment. Subscribe today.
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Welcome to the Lead-Lag Live podcast, where we bring you live unscripted conversations with thought leaders in the world of finance, economics, and investing. Hosted through X Spaces by Michael A. Gayed, CFA, Publisher of The Lead-Lag Report (@leadlagreport), each episode dives deep into the minds of industry experts to discuss current market trends, investment strategies, and the global economic landscape. In this exciting series, you'll have the rare opportunity to join Michael A. Gayed as ...
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Diversification Trumps Conviction with Alex Shahidi
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50:42Are you prepared for a financial landscape unlike anything we've seen in decades? The investing playbook that worked for the past ten years might be obsolete as we navigate unprecedented uncertainty in markets. "It's very possible there's a sea change and the next decade looks very different from the last decade," warns Alex Shahidi of Evoke Adviso…
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Market Volatility Decoded with Jay Hatfield
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46:48When market volatility erupts, understanding the mechanics behind price movements becomes crucial. In this illuminating conversation with Jay Hatfield of Infrastructure Capital, we dive deep into the surprising dynamics of the recent market sell-off and subsequent recovery following Trump's tariff announcements. The discussion begins with what Hatf…
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#68 - Andrew Sheiner: Private Equity, Selectivity, Discipline
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1:10:34Andrew is Founder and CEO of Altas Partners, which is a Toronto-based private equity firm that manages over $10B (as of 3/31/25). Andrews shares insights about why a concentrated, quality-focused approach can deliver superior results in private equity, how disciplined risk management and patient capital drive value, and the significance of partneri…
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Tariffs, Tech, and China's AI Awakening with Derek Yan
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50:57Trump's unexpected tariff announcements have sent global markets into a tailspin, yet beneath the chaos lies a fascinating story: Chinese tech stocks have actually outperformed their US counterparts over the past year. Why? The valuation gap is stunning—Chinese tech companies trade at just 14-15x earnings while US tech giants command 25-30x multipl…
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#67 - Soo Chuen Tan: Long-Term Equity Investing
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1:18:02Soo Chuen is the founder of Discerene Group, a $2.5 billion investment manager (as of 12/31/24) specializing in fundamental, contrarian, long-term value investing in global equities. He shares insights into his unique investment approach, which emphasizes patience, structural moats, and significant margins of safety.…
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Volatility has returned to markets with a vengeance, but is this something to fear or embrace? It depends entirely on your perspective and preparation. When markets plummet, most investors panic. But what if market downturns actually represent opportunity? For younger investors with decades ahead, buying assets at discounted prices might be the bes…
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Evoke 20-Minute Market Outlook Podcast for Q2 2025
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17:10A recap of our key observations about the economy and markets.By Evoke Advisors
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The Myth of Market Efficiency with Cullen Roche
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50:31Ever wonder why markets seem to overreact to news we all saw coming? Cullen Roche challenges conventional wisdom about market efficiency with a refreshing perspective: "The price is always wrong." This fundamental insight transforms how we should approach investing during uncertain times. When tariffs send markets plunging, investors face the class…
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#66 - Jason Illian: Leadership, Legacy, Principles
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59:29Jason is co-founder of Highmount Capital and former Managing Director of Koch Disruptive Technologies. He discusses core principles like legacy, integrity and curiosity, his innovative approach to growth equity investing, and the importance of building meaningful relationships.By Alex Shahidi
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#65 - Julian Brigden: Macro and Market Outlook
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57:00Julian, Co-Founder of Macro Intelligence 2 Partners, discusses global macroeconomic trends, challenges facing the U.S. dollar and U.S. stocks, and why the next decade may diverge significantly from the last decade.By Alex Shahidi
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Trading Through Market Shifts with David Dziekanski
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53:20The markets have shifted into a new volatility regime, and traders need fresh tools to navigate these choppy waters. In this illuminating conversation, Michael Gayed hosts David Dziekanski (Founder and CEO of Quantify Funds), Mike Venuto (Co-Founder of Tidal ETF Services), and Michael Silva (trader and host of Figuring Out Money) to explore innovat…
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Maximize Your Income: Covered Call Strategies for Volatile Markets with Catherine Howse and Jeff Cullen
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53:42In a world where traditional income sources fall short and market volatility threatens portfolio stability, finding the sweet spot between yield and growth becomes increasingly challenging. Enter Cullen Capital's Enhanced Equity Income Strategy (DIVP), a thoughtfully constructed approach that's been delivering consistent results for over 14 years. …
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Active Management in Volatile Markets with Eric Nyquist
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45:16Market volatility has soared, and investors are more bearish than they've been since 2008 – even more so than during COVID. But what if this extreme pessimism is actually a buying signal? Eric Nyquist of Howard Capital makes a compelling case that "bears sound smart, but they're usually wrong," highlighting how contrarian indicators often provide t…
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#64 - Katie Koch: Effective Leadership
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1:01:38Katie, CEO and President of TCW, shares her journey from Goldman Sachs to leading a major investment firm. She offers insights on leadership, balancing career and family, and her perspectives on investing, including alternative investments. No testimonial or endorsement was intended by means of this material, and no compensation was paid for this a…
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Market Mastery Through Trend Following with Eric Nyquist
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49:04When financial stress tore Eric Nyquist's family apart during the mid-2000s, it sparked his lifelong mission to understand how to both grow and protect wealth. Now leading fund sales and distribution at Howard Capital Management, Eric shares how personal experience shaped his investment philosophy and why protecting capital during market downturns …
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#63 - Paul Podolsky: Art and Science in Investing
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1:02:40Paul is the founder and CIO of Kate Capital. He shares insights from his career as a Bridgewater strategist, author, and content creator, discussing his investment framework, the art and science of investing, and his views on inflation, market trends, and geopolitics.By Alex Shahidi
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Navigating Volatile Markets Through Income with Jay Hatfield
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52:04Amid rising market turbulence, finding stable income sources has become increasingly crucial for investors seeking portfolio resilience. In this compelling discussion, Jay Hatfield draws on his 35 years of Wall Street experience to illuminate the path forward for income-focused investing strategies that can weather economic uncertainty. Hatfield ch…
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#62 - Jeffrey Gundlach: Big Picture Outlook
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1:10:10Jeffrey is the founder, CIO and CEO of DoubleLine Capital. He shares insights on the shifting economic landscape, from rising interest rates to inflation volatility, and their implications for investors. Jeffrey also offers his perspectives on national debt, portfolio diversification and valuations.By Alex Shahidi
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Beyond Market Cap: Endowment Investing Strategies with Meb Faber
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52:07The financial world stands at a crossroads where unprecedented US stock market valuations meet revolutionary portfolio strategies and tax solutions. Meb Faber, founder of Cambria Investment Management, cuts through market noise to deliver essential insights for investors navigating today's challenging landscape. With US stocks experiencing one of t…
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Risk, Reward, and Raising $135 Million: The Public Story with Leif Abraham
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45:27The financial landscape is shifting dramatically, and Public.com is at the forefront of this transformation. Co-founder Leif Abraham takes us behind the scenes of the five-year journey that's reimagining what an investment platform can be for today's generation of investors. Abraham reveals how Public differentiated itself from day one by focusing …
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Phoenix Rising: From Rock Bottom to Financial Freedom with Coach JV
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44:10The transformative power of inner change ripples through every aspect of Coach JV's extraordinary life story. From the depths of opiate addiction and a suicide attempt in 2006 to building multiple successful companies and achieving financial freedom, his journey reveals that our external reality shifts dramatically when we address our internal land…
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#61 - Jonathan Ruffer: Financial History, Market Cycles, Outlook
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1:10:12Jonathan is the Co-Founder and Chairman of Ruffer, a London-based investment firm focused on absolute returns. Jonathan shares his unique insights on financial market history, long-term cycles, and his market outlook, drawing on nearly five decades of experience.By Alex Shahidi
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Navigating Market Volatility: A Conversation with Wall Street Veteran Jay Hatfield
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46:35Jay Hatfield cuts through market noise with a refreshingly clear perspective on inflation: stick a yellow sticky note on your mirror that says "inflation is caused by excessive monetary growth." This fundamental principle helps investors avoid being misled by commodity price fluctuations that resolve naturally through market mechanisms rather than …
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Golden Opportunities: Unlocking Potential in Gold Mining with Axel Merk and Peter Schiff
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55:25As market uncertainties rise, an age-old asset is regaining its allure—gold. In this episode, we delve into the shifting dynamics of the gold market, featuring insights from experts who navigate this fertile landscape. With gold prices climbing, there's palpable excitement among industry players, but is it justified? Our discussion uncovers the rea…
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Brian Drubetsky: Unlocking Small Cap Potential
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43:00Dive into the intricacies of small-cap investing as Michael Gayed and Brian Drubetsky explore the current economic landscape and its implications for market opportunities. With interest rates being a pivotal factor for many small-cap firms, our discussion unpacks the latest trends in earnings growth and the potential for favorable shifts in monetar…
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#60 - Josh Kanter: Legacy Building, Family Owner’s Manual
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54:51Josh is the Founder and CEO of leafplanner and Principal at Josh Kanter Wealth Advisory Services. Drawing on his nearly 25 years of experience managing his family's single-family office, Josh shares insights on legacy building, creating a family "owner's manual," and illuminating common pitfalls wealthy families face when raising children.…
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Investing Like a Yale Endowment: Secrets Revealed with Meb Faber
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45:01Dive into the intriguing world of endowment investing as we explore the performance strategies of Yale University, one of the top-performing institutions. With unique insights from experts, we dissect why Yale's model has consistently outperformed traditional portfolio allocations and what lessons everyday investors can apply to their financial str…
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Income from Options: Understanding Covered Call Strategies with Howard Chan
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51:25Are you aiming for steady income from your investments? Discover the ins and outs of covered call strategies in our engaging episode featuring Howard Chan from Kurv Investments. We dive deep into how this strategy can generate additional returns while strategically managing risks. Throughout the episode, we unpack the mechanics of writing covered c…
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Diversified Returns: The Case for Risk Parity with Alex Shahidi
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56:23Dive into the world of investment strategies with our latest episode focused on risk parity and the innovative ETFs, RPAR and UPAR. Join financial expert Alex Shahidi as he unpacks the evolving landscape of portfolio management, encouraging listeners to reassess their traditional views on asset allocation. The conversation covers the importance of …
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#59 - Bob Prince: Portfolio Engineering, Psychology of Investing
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1:10:13Bob serves as Co-CIO of Bridgewater Associates, one of the world’s largest hedge funds, where he has helped shape the firm’s investment processes and strategies for nearly four decades. Bob shares insights on how to engineer an efficient portfolio framework and delves into the psychology of investing and how to practically apply these principles in…
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Will Rhind on High Income Pass-Through Securities, Yield Boost Strategies, and Strategic Portfolio Diversification
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54:59Prepare to transform your income strategy as we explore the world of High Income Pass-Through Securities (HIPS) with our expert guest, Will. Discover how these unique investment vehicles can serve as robust alternatives during high inflation by tapping into the power of REITs, MLPs, closed-end funds, and business development companies. These securi…
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#58 - Richard Orlando: Wealth Psychology & Legacy
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54:50Richard is the founder of Legacy Capitals and author of Legacy and Love Your Clients. He explores the human side of wealth and delves into family dynamics, generational challenges, and strategies for preserving legacies.By Alex Shahidi
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Jake Hanley and Sal Gilberti on Commodity Trading Dynamics, Agricultural Stability, and Strategic ETF Innovations
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58:39Unlock the secrets to navigating the complex world of commodity trading with insights from Jake Hanley and Sal Gilberti of Tucreum ETFs. As key industry voices, Jake and Sal dissect the intricate relationship between tariffs, the strength of the dollar, and their profound effects on capital markets, especially agricultural commodities. With the loo…
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Jay Hatfield on Small-Cap Stocks, Tariff Impacts, and Strategic Investment Success
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48:44Unlock the secrets of informed investing and sidestep the pitfalls of market gambling with insights from Jay Hatfield of Infrastructure Capital Advisors. Explore the nuanced interplay between tariffs, political narratives, and inflation expectations, as revealed by a University of Michigan survey. Jay shares his 35-year Wall Street journey, highlig…
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Michael Gayed on Gold's Resilience, Japan's Interest Rate Challenges, and Strategic Investment Insights
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10:26Why is gold shining brighter while the yen wobbles? Join us for an enlightening conversation as we host Michael Gayed, the astute mind behind The Lead-Lag Report, who doesn't shy away from bold predictions. Michael explores the complexities of Japan's interest rate hikes and their impact on global market volatility. We dissect the turbulent trade w…
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#57 - Jeff Gardner: Investment Philosophy, Outlook
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1:11:23Jeff spent nearly three decades at Bridgewater Associates, rising from research roles to Partner and Head of the Portfolio Strategist Group before departing at the end of 2023. He brings deep insights into market dynamics, investor psychology, risk assessment, and investment frameworks drawn from his extensive experience at one of the world's most …
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Seth Cogswell on Diversification Myths, Active ETF Strategies, and Mid-Cap Investment Opportunities
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37:00Unlock the secrets to achieving true diversification in your investment portfolio with insights from Seth Cogswell of Running Oak. Ever wondered if your large-cap portfolio is truly diversified, or if it's just another tech-heavy collection? We tackle the illusion of diversification, using SCHG as a critical case study, and reveal how active ETFs c…
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Sal Gilberti on Agricultural Market Dynamics, Geopolitical Influences, and Strategic Investment Opportunities
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41:18Unlock the secrets of agricultural markets with Sal Gilberti as we unpack the dynamics behind key commodities like corn and wheat. Discover how these markets are influenced by a web of factors, from unpredictable weather patterns to the global ripple effects of the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Sal shares his insights on price rationing and the cyclical…
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Craig Shapiro on Fed Policy Impacts, AI’s Financial Role, and Strategic Market Adaptations
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42:00Craig Shapiro, esteemed hedge fund expert and macro strategist for the Bear Traps Report, joins us for a compelling exploration of the intricate world of Federal Reserve policies and their interplay with artificial intelligence. Unravel the complexities of recent monetary decisions amidst a politically charged atmosphere, as we dissect the impacts …
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Dynamic Portfolio Strategies for a Shifting Financial Landscape with Brad Barrie and Matt O'Brian
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47:40Unlock the secrets of crafting a robust investment portfolio with insights that challenge conventional wisdom. Join me, Michael Gayed, alongside experts Matt O'Brian and Brad Barrie, as we explore the critical role of diversification and the potential risks when concentration takes center stage. We'll unravel the intricacies of true diversification…
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#56 - Adam Katz: Activist Investing Insights
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56:33Adam is the CIO of Irenic Capital Management, a hedge fund he co-founded after eight years at Elliott Management. In this podcast, he shares his perspective on activist investing, particularly in smaller companies. Drawing from his experiences at Elliott and Irenic, Adam offers insights into risk management, market inefficiencies, and the evolving …
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Chris Getter of Simplify, and Anupam Ghose on India's Economic Evolution, Investment Strategies, and Market Opportunities
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49:07What if investing in India could unlock unprecedented growth opportunities for your portfolio? Join us as we unravel the dynamic transformation of India's entrepreneurial and economic landscape, highlighting insights from Chris Getter of Simplify, and Anupam Ghose from System 2 Advisors. With first-hand accounts of navigating the complexities of In…
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Craig Brockie on Gut Health Challenges, Naturopathic Turnaround, and Embracing Holistic Wellness
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44:24After years of struggling with chronic health issues, Craig Brockie found himself questioning the effectiveness of traditional Western medicine, particularly after experiencing the disruptive effects of antibiotics like tetracycline on his microbiome. Craig joins us to share his personal journey from battling acne and anxiety to embracing naturopat…
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Howard Chan on Advanced ETF Insights, Technology Market Shifts, and Strategic Income Generation
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47:22Ready to uncover the secrets of advanced investment strategies in today's evolving market landscape? We're thrilled to have Howard Chan, the founder and CEO of Kurv Investment Management, join us. With a background in electrical engineering and critical roles at Goldman Sachs and PIMCO, Howard shares his unique insights into asset allocation and fi…
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Mike Larson on Offensive Investment Styles, Global Diversification, and 2025 Market Trends
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39:53Join me, Michael Gayed, and my esteemed guest Mike Larson, Editor-in-Chief at Money Show, as we unravel the bold investment strategies that have reshaped the financial landscape in 2023. Discover how offensive investing styles have not only outperformed but also paved the way for potential recovery in the bond market, particularly high-quality trea…
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Michael Gayed on Reverse Carry Trade Dynamics, AI’s Market Influence, and Independent Investment Strategies
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36:12Prepare to challenge everything you thought you knew about the macroeconomic landscape as we welcome Michael Gayed, the insightful founder of the Lead Lag Report, to dissect the future of global markets with a particular glance at 2025. With a bold statement about the reverse carry trade, especially through the lens of Japan's unique financial envi…
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#55 - Lawrence Golub: Private Credit Evolution
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50:27Lawrence is the Founder and CEO of Golub Capital, a leading alternative investment manager specializing in private credit and direct lending, that he launched in 1994. In this podcast, Lawrence shares deep insights into private credit markets and his pioneering approach to middle-market lending, offering a nuanced perspective on the industry's chal…
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Michael Gayed on Market Manipulation Myths, Deregulation Impacts, and Strategic Investment Opportunities
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41:13What if everything you thought you knew about the financial markets was wrong? Join us as we welcome back seasoned market analyst Michael Gayed to dissect the pervasive notion of market manipulation. Together, we unravel the intricate roles that liquidity and algorithms play in shaping the financial landscape. As we navigate through the current sta…
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Walter Deemer on Small Cap Potential, Historical Market Parallels, and Navigating Speculative Trends
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36:09Walter Deemer joins us to unravel the fascinating dynamics of small caps versus large caps in today's stock market, sparking the question: Are small caps the unsung heroes poised to lead future market trends? Together, we examine historical market parallels, particularly the early 1970s, and discuss whether we're witnessing a repeat of those cycles…
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Nomi Prins on Central Bank Dynamics, Gold Reserves Strategy, and the AI Impact on Commodities Market
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48:15Ever wondered how the intricate dance between central banks shapes the global economy? Join me in a fascinating conversation with Nomi Prins, a former Wall Street senior manager and acclaimed author, as we unravel the complex dynamics at play. Together, we explore whether the actions of these financial powerhouses teeter on the edge of coordination…
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