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Feb 12, 2026 • 36min

Tech vs. Hard Assets

February 12, 2026 - Zach and Chase discuss various aspects of the current market landscape, including portfolio performance, market volatility, and investment strategies. They delve into the dynamics of the commodities and mining sectors, highlighting opportunities and risks. The conversation also touches on economic indicators, inflation, and the evolving landscape of tech investments, emphasizing the importance of understanding market trends and making informed decisions.
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Feb 11, 2026 • 48min

Hiring Gains Momentum

A fast-paced market update covering job data, Treasury yields, and intraday volatility. They break down a major offshore rig merger and why rig owners might beat producers. Housing policy and zoning incentives get attention along with practical wealth-building tips for young investors.
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Feb 10, 2026 • 32min

Are You Underestimating Gold?

February 10, 2026 - Zach and Chase discuss a range of topics from the recent Super Bowl victory of the Seattle Seahawks to the current state of the market, including economic indicators and investment strategies in gold mining. They delve into the complexities of capital cycles in commodities, the evolving role of the US dollar in global economics, and the implications of market volatility on investment sentiment.
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Feb 10, 2026 • 23min

February 5, 2026

February 5, 2026 - Chase discusses the current state of the market, highlighting the negative trends in major indices and the impact of volatility across various asset classes. He delves into the implications of increased capital expenditures (CapEx) by big tech companies and the evolving role of the Yuan in global finance, emphasizing the gradual shift towards Yuan-denominated transactions and debt.
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Feb 10, 2026 • 25min

February 4, 2026

February 4, 2026 - Chase provides a comprehensive analysis of the current market conditions, focusing on key indicators such as the S&P 500 and tech stocks. He discusses the implications of recent quant strategies and market dynamics, including a notable 'quantquake' affecting various sectors. Additionally, Chase highlights recent policy changes regarding critical minerals and their potential impact on the market, emphasizing the need for collaboration among allies to secure essential resources.
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Feb 9, 2026 • 1h 1min

What Can Football Teach Us About Investing?

February 9, 2026 - Zach and Chase discuss various themes surrounding investment strategies, market trends, and the dynamics of football. They reflect on the importance of context in news consumption, the volatility of markets, and the significance of understanding risk. The conversation also delves into the role of certainty in investment decisions, the impact of organizational choices in sports, and the strategies involved in drafting players.
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Feb 3, 2026 • 22min

Are Stocks Ignoring Inflation Risks?

Market swings in the S&P 500 and NASDAQ with big tech drawdowns and VIX action. Volatility across dollar, bitcoin, oil, gold and silver drives commodity and sector rotations. Inflation signals from Adobe pricing and electricity risks tied to data centers. Geopolitical tensions around Iran lift oil risk premiums. China's yuan internationalization and resource leverage reshape international flows.
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Feb 2, 2026 • 20min

Why This Market Is Hard to Read

A wide-ranging market rundown covering index volatility, commodity and metals swings, and surprising single-name stock moves. Discussion of oil risks from geopolitics and U.S. production dynamics. Exploration of timber and chemical equities as defensive plays and a $12B plan to stockpile critical minerals. Notes on dollar strength, Chinese weakness, rising yields, and the uneasy market sentiment.
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Jan 31, 2026 • 1h 7min

When Markets Go Parabolic

Chase Taylor, a macro analyst known for market commentary and risk management, joins to unpack parabolic moves and hedging in volatile markets. They cover why retail speculation fuels metals rallies. They debate when to avoid parabolas, miner valuation for timing, RAM shortages hitting tech, and how Fed appointments shape monetary risk.
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Jan 29, 2026 • 31min

Inflation and Uncertainty

January 29, 2026 - In this episode, Zach and Chase discuss the current market sentiment, expressing concerns about inflation, job market dynamics, and the potential for recession. They explore investment strategies in light of market corrections and the impact of commodity prices on the global economy. The conversation also delves into central bank policies, technological advancements, and China's influence on commodities, particularly in relation to oil prices and inflationary pressures.

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