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Feb 7, 2026 • 1h 11min
"A Gothic Horror In The Middle of a Pretty Good Time" | Protect The Pile: Episode 6
Neil Howe, historian and author of The Fourth Turning, brings generational perspective to markets and geopolitics. Conversations jump from AI’s narrowing practical uses to a dramatic crypto crash and stablecoin debates. He flags a secular dollar decline, European defense risks, and how politics and populism could reshape capital allocation.
Feb 4, 2026 • 32min
The Macro Show [FREE EDITION] 2/4/2026
Discussion of Asia's market leadership shift and South Korea's tech surge. A tactical look at silver's immediate-term trade setup and precious metals positioning. A contrarian short Bitcoin stance and focus on strong Russell 2000 earnings growth. Explanations of VIX, gamma, option flow metrics, and how implied volatility signals market panic.
Feb 3, 2026 • 53min
Ep.136 Real Conversations → Jan van Eck on Global Macro Forces and the Next Investment Regime
Jan van Eck, CEO of VanEck and ETF pioneer, explains his macro-first investment approach rooted in geopolitics, monetary policy, and technology. He covers gold versus bitcoin, the GEO framework for crypto timing, soaring AI compute demand and semiconductor winners, plus nuclear and electricity as next-wave themes. He also discusses India, ETF design choices, and how flows shape market leadership.
Jan 28, 2026 • 1h 19min
"The Ship Would Sink In Two Months" | Protect the Pile: Episode 5
Drago Milosevic, payments and fintech analyst who explains stablecoins and regulatory shifts. Josh Steiner, banking and credit analyst who tracks cards, lending, and macro credit dynamics. They debate a proposed 10% APR cap, how stablecoins could reshape deposits and settlement, why payment rails resist disruption, and the real-world fallout for banks, cardholders, and rewards.
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Jan 25, 2026 • 1h 4min
CIO Corner: Capitalizing on Japan (Pt. III) w/ Andrew McDermott
Andrew McDermott, an investment pro specializing in Japan's economy and industrial strategy, returns to discuss Japan's strategic renaissance. He covers Abenomics' political effects, Japan's critical role in semiconductor and defense supply chains, conglomerate renewals, nuclear restarts, and microcap AI opportunities. Short takes on regional geopolitics and how allocators should engage with Japan.
Jan 24, 2026 • 1h 10min
Platform Paradigms | A Fireside Chat with Sam Rahman
Sam Rahman, a portfolio manager specializing in technology platform strategy and AI impacts, breaks down platform moats and how AI reshapes device interaction. They explore Apple–Google ties, agentic commerce and travel booking shifts. Discussion covers distribution, compute/privacy tradeoffs, fulfillment advantages, and how ads and monetization might change with agent-driven discovery.
Jan 23, 2026 • 1h 6min
Hedgeye NexGen | Episode 29 | The ETF Wall of Shame
A sharp rundown of the worst ETFs on the market, ranked in a ruthless 'Wall of Shame' format. They call out yacht funds with absurd fees, private‑credit and fund‑of‑fund structures that underperform, and failed tactical and short strategies. The conversation highlights high yields that mask poor results and active funds that charge for underperformance.
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Jan 22, 2026 • 1h 8min
Ep.135 Real Conversations → Crystal Ball: Mike Taylor’s 2026 Market Predictions
Mike Taylor, a hedge fund veteran with a sharp eye for market trends, dives into his bold predictions for 2026. He discusses geopolitical shifts, notably around China and Taiwan, and explores how U.S. GDP might benefit from these changes. Taylor predicts a looming risk with rising yields and a need for smart stock selection. He provides insights on shifting demographics, upcoming market opportunities, and the impact of Trump-era policies on business. With humor, he navigates potential risks and the unpredictable nature of market dynamics.
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Jan 13, 2026 • 50min
Ep.134 Real Conversations → Beyond the Singularity: Tech, Power, Money, and a World in Rapid Transition w/ Dr. Pippa Malmgren
Dr. Pippa Malmgren, an economist and tech entrepreneur, dives into a myriad of groundbreaking topics. She emphasizes that we're not just approaching a technological revolution; we’re already in it, with rapid advancements in money, power, and society. Pippa discusses the strategic importance of the Arctic, the potential of asteroid mining, and the democratization of capital through tokenization. By urging a shift in political perspective towards innovation, she highlights new investment frontiers that may lead to a surge of entrepreneurs and transformative technologies.
Dec 24, 2025 • 43min
Hedgeye NexGen | Episode 28 | Gen Z Expenses
In this lively discussion, Matt Cooper, a macro analyst and Hedgeye contributor, dives into the financial struggles of Gen Z. He and Ryan Ricci highlight how soaring expenses, from student loans to rising rents, leave young consumers feeling financially trapped. They break down typical expenses for a 30-year-old, showing the stark reality of heavy debt burdens. The duo also warns against high-interest credit debt and offers strategies to escape the debt trap, emphasizing the need to prioritize payments and avoid risky investments for quick fixes.
