Épisodes

  • Winners and Losers After DeepSeek — ft. Robert Armstrong

    Winners and Losers After DeepSeek — ft. Robert Armstrong
    Jan 30 2025
    Scott and Ed open the show by discussing the stock market’s reaction to DeepSeek’s arrival, a record in private equity stake sales, and the rising unemployment rate among recent MBA graduates. Then Robert Armstrong, U.S. financial commentator for the Financial Times, returns to the show to break down the winners and losers of the DeepSeek trade. He explains why, despite significant developments in China’s corporate economy, he still believes Chinese stocks remain uninvestable. Robert also offers his thoughts on European and U.K. stocks relative to their U.S. peers, gives his take on Trump’s comments on interest rates, and explains how the immigration crackdown could affect investors. Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 h
  • Project Stargate & The Rise of Oracle + Scott’s Stake in La Equidad Football Club

    Project Stargate & The Rise of Oracle + Scott’s Stake in La Equidad Football Club
    Jan 27 2025
    Scott and Ed open the show by discussing Netflix’s fourth quarter earnings, Johnson and Johnson’s latest earnings call, and potential TikTok bidders. Then Scott breaks down the new Stargate initiative, explaining how it served as a strategic branding victory for the Trump administration and will likely enhance Oracle’s influence within the tech industry. Ed offers his thoughts on what the project reveals about the evolving AI industry. Finally, Scott discusses his stake in a Colombian soccer team, explaining how the deal came about and how it aligns with his broader investment strategy. Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    52 min
  • $TRUMP, What’s Next For TikTok, and The State of the Streaming Wars — ft. Rich Greenfield

    $TRUMP, What’s Next For TikTok, and The State of the Streaming Wars — ft. Rich Greenfield
    Jan 23 2025
    Scott and Ed open the show by discussing how the markets reacted to the inauguration, Trump and Melania’s new meme coins, and a record-breaking year for investment in global ETFs. Then Rich Greenfield, Partner and Media & Technology Analyst at LightShed Partners, joins the show to discuss the shifting media landscape. He predicts what will happen to TikTok this year and explains why he’s bearish on YouTube Shorts. Rich also gives his take on David Ellison’s purchase of Paramount, shares what he thinks will happen to the Murdoch empire, and breaks down the evolving dynamics of sports programming. Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit  Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    55 min
  • The TikTok Showdown, UnitedHealth’s First Earnings Post-Shooting, and a Banking Boom

    The TikTok Showdown, UnitedHealth’s First Earnings Post-Shooting, and a Banking Boom
    Jan 20 2025
    Scott and Ed open the show by discussing the latest inflation report, Meta’s next round of layoffs, and the uncertain future of TikTok. Then Scott breaks down United Health’s first earnings call since the killing of executive Brian Thompson, explaining why the company appeared to downplay its successful year. He delves into how profit incentives in sectors tied to social goods can create harmful externalities. Finally, Scott and Ed review fourth-quarter bank earnings, explaining why the results are clear evidence that mergers and acquisitions are back. Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    48 min
  • LA Fires, Trump Trades, TikTok, and Legacy Media’s Fate — ft. Andrew Ross Sorkin

    LA Fires, Trump Trades, TikTok, and Legacy Media’s Fate — ft. Andrew Ross Sorkin
    Jan 16 2025
    Scott and Ed open the show by discussing Kalshi’s decision to appoint Donald Trump Jr. as its new advisor, a decline in tipping across America, and the economic impact of the wildfires in Los Angeles. Then Andrew Ross Sorkin, editor-at-large of DealBook at the New York Times and co-anchor of CNBC’s Squawk Box, joins the show to discuss the key economic trends he’s watching for Trump’s second term. He explains why he thinks the private equity space is broken right now, analyzes the changing landscape of the AI industry, and shares his thoughts on the rumors that China is considering selling TikTok to Elon Musk. Andrew also offers his perspective on how journalists and legacy media should adapt to a social media era that lacks fact-checking and trust. Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    58 min
  • The DOJ’s Landlord Lawsuit + Can Trump Buy Greenland?

    The DOJ’s Landlord Lawsuit + Can Trump Buy Greenland?
    Jan 13 2025
    Scott and Ed open the show by discussing Anthropic’s upcoming funding round, a huge drawdown in quantum stocks, and Getty Images’ acquisition of Shutterstock. Then Scott breaks down the Department of Justice’s lawsuit against some of the nation’s largest real estate firms, arguing why he believes the move doesn’t address the broader housing crisis. Finally, Scott and Ed discuss why Trump wants to buy Greenland and the Panama Canal and explain why the plans are unlikely to materialize. Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    53 min
  • Money for Couples — ft. Ramit Sethi

    Money for Couples — ft. Ramit Sethi
    Jan 9 2025
    Scott and Ed open the show by discussing the Surgeon General’s report linking alcohol and cancer, the ongoing ski patrol strike at Park City Resort, and Meta’s new board members. Then Ramit Sethi, bestselling author of “I Will Teach You to Be Rich” and the brand new book, “Money For Couples,” joins the show to discuss how couples should navigate their finances. He explains what he thinks is the ultimate financial red flag, and why he believes couples should have joint bank accounts. Ramit also breaks down how much couples should spend on weddings – and reveals what he thinks about prenups. Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    58 min
  • Predictions for 2025

    Predictions for 2025
    Jan 6 2025
    Scott shares his predictions for the year ahead, including his picks for the top investment, technology, and media platform of 2025. He also forecasts what could become the standout IPO of the year. And for the first time ever, Scott ventures into uncharted territory with his prediction for the "chemical of the year." Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    48 min