Government Spending, Taxation, and Education

Government Spending, Taxation, and Education

SUMMARY: Andy, Noah, and Corey discuss the potential implications of proposed tax policies targeting high-net-worth individuals, such as a tax on unrealized capital gains. The team analyzes how this could lead to forced liquidations, market volatility, and broader...
The Credit Card Ecosystem

The Credit Card Ecosystem

SUMMARY: Andy sits down with Dr. Sean Vanatta, author of “Plastic Capitalism: Banks, Credit Cards, and the End of Financial Control.” They dive into the fascinating history of credit cards, exploring how they emerged from department store charge accounts...
Preparing for the Unexpected: The Armor Class

Preparing for the Unexpected: The Armor Class

SUMMARY: Andy, Noah, and Corey discuss market volatility, risk management strategies, and the importance of financial education and preparation for potential market downturns. The team introduces their “Armor Class” – a course on advanced risk...
Unlocking the Secrets of Renaissance Technologies

Unlocking the Secrets of Renaissance Technologies

SUMMARY: In this episode, Gregory Zuckerman joins us to discuss his book, The Man Who Solved the Market, which chronicles the remarkable journey of Jim Simons. Simons, a mathematician turned investor, co-founded Renaissance Technologies and achieved an astonishing 66%...