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"We were close to closing the company two or three times. Every winter was like, okay, that's it. Goodbye company."Chris Erthel built Meller sunglasses from a Spanish side project into a brand that sells a pair every 28 seconds. Along the way, he helped scale HelloBody from €30M to €107M as fractional CMO before its €330M exit to Henkel. We talked about why US brands fail in Europe, the cultural quirks that kill conversions in Germany, and why Italy requires cash on delivery or you're dead on arrival. He's run 3,500+ A/B tests and shares counterintuitive findings that challenge everything you think you know about landing pages and ad creative.SPONSORSSwym - Wishlists, Back in Stock alerts, & moregetswym.com/kurtCleverific - Smart order editing for Shopifycleverific.comZipify - Build high-converting sales funnelszipify.com/KURTLINKSMeller Brand: https://mellerbrand.com/Weavy AI: https://www.weavy.ai/Rory Flynn (AI Content): https://www.instagram.com/_roryflynn_/Chris Erthel LinkedIn: https://es.linkedin.com/in/chriserthelDiscount Code: CHRISERTHEL (highest discount ever at Meller)WORK WITH KURTApply for Shopify Helpethercycle.com/applySee Our Resultsethercycle.com/workFree Newsletterkurtelster.comThe Unofficial Shopify Podcast is hosted by Kurt Elster and explores the stories behind successful Shopify stores. Get actionable insights, practical strategies, and proven tactics from entrepreneurs who've built thriving ecommerce businesses.
Corey and Albert break down the risers and fallers, sleepers in the 2026 NBA Draft, and more. Plus a breakdown of Egor Demin's rookie season. 0:00 Intro 1:37 NBA DRAFT Stock Risers & Fallers: Darius Acuff, Joshua Jefferson, Shon Abaev 26:18 PENNY STOCK SLEEPERS: Amani Hansberry & Kwame Evans 38:34 SELL ME THIS PEN: Henri Veesar & Labaron Philon 53:33 ROOKIE R.O.I: Egor Demin Merchandise: http://www.noceilingsnba.bigcartel.com Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Written work: http://www.noceilingsnba.com Twitter: http://www.x.com/NoCeilingsNBA Twitter: http://www.x.com/coreytulaba Twitter: http://www.x.com/albertoeghim YouTube: /@noceilingsnba #nbadraft #2026nbadraft #nba To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dave Collum is a Professor of Chemistry at Cornell University. In this conversation, we discuss asset prices in 2025, the economy, and the impact of monetary policy on markets. Dave explains why he believes the stock market is overvalued, why he's concerned about risk assets, and why he's uneasy about gold's strong performance despite being a major holder. We also touch on his annual letter, inflation, investing outlooks, U.S. politics, geopolitics, and why independent thinking matters heading into 2026.=======================BitcoinIRA: Buy, sell, and swap 80+ cryptocurrencies in your retirement account. Take 3 minutes to open your account & get connected to a team of IRA specialists that will guide you through every step of the process. Go to https://bitcoinira.com/pomp/ to earn up to $1,000 in rewards.=======================As markets shift, headlines break, and interest rates swing, one thing stays true — opportunity is everywhere. At Arch Public, we help you do more than just buy and hold. Yes, our dynamic accumulation algorithms are built for long-term investors… but where we really shine? Our arbitrage algos — designed to farm volatility and turbocharge your core positions. The best part of Arch Public's products is they are free! Yes, you heard that right, try Arch Public for free! Take advantage of wild moves in assets like $SOL, $SUI, and $DOGE, and use them to stack more Bitcoin — completely hands-free. Arch Public is already a preferred partner with Coinbase, Kraken, Gemini, and Robinhood, and our team is here to help you build smarter in any market. Visit Arch Public today, at https://www.archpublic.com, your portfolio will thank you.=======================Uphold is the easiest way to buy and sell crypto unlike any other platform allowing you to trade in just one step between any supported asset. Check them out at https://uphold.sjv.io/K0RXra. This video includes a paid sponsorship with Uphold. I'm compensated by Uphold for promoting its products and services and may receive commissions from referrals. Terms apply. Not available in all jurisdictions. Digital assets are risky and may result in the total loss of your capital.=======================Timestamps:0:00 - Intro 1:31 — 2025 asset performance & Dave's big picture market view5:56 — Debate: productivity/AI & “new era” valuations11:33 — AI: the tech may be real, but the investment setup may be bad?20:07 — Dave's portfolio positioning & Gold vs Bitcoin28:08 — Tether: transparency vs risks32:40 — Evaluating Strategy leverage & premiums35:25 — “Rough seas ahead” & why valuation is the core risk46:17 — U.S. economic policy, tariffs, DOGE, government “fraud”1:13:30 — Housing affordability: why building “luxury” can lower overall rents1:18:48 — AI + education: personalized tutors vs losing the ability to think1:22:42 — Tucker Carlson experience & media backlash1:35:08 — Where to find Dave's annual letter & closing thoughts
Putting sleep deprivation under the microscope yet again, Matt explores our "genetic workforce" of 20,000 genes operating on a precise 24-hour cycle. He details 2013 research showing that just one week of six-hour nights alters 711 genes - three percent of the human genome. This shift disrupts the circadian clock's coordination, moving the body away from essential repair toward cellular stress and inflammatory markers.Matt also examines the tissue-specific damage of sleep loss, explaining how deprivation triggers muscle breakdown while fat tissue hoards calories. From stalled lung genes to a hippocampus "closed for business", he maps the molecular discord of exhaustion. Citing recent data on alternative splicing, Matt confirms sleep is a biological necessity and Mother Nature's best effort yet at "contra-death."Please note that Matt is not a medical doctor, and none of the content in this podcast should be considered medical advice in any way, shape, or form, nor prescriptive in any way.Podcast partner, David, is a revolutionary new protein bar developed with Dr. Peter Attia. It boasts an unbeatable ratio: 28g of protein and 0g of sugar in just 150 calories. Incredibly satiating with six amazing flavors, it's perfect for muscle health. Visit davidprotein.com/mattwalker and buy 4 cartons to get a 5th FREE!Another sponsor this week, LMNT, offers a science-based electrolyte drink with no sugar or artificial ingredients. Try their new limited-time Lemonade Salt flavor, available May 20th! Get eight free sample packs with any order at drinklmnt.com/mattwalker. Stock up on this flavor while it lasts!In a supplement industry where trust is critical, Matt uses podcast supporter Puori. Their protein powders are free from hormones, GMOs, and pesticides, with every single batch third-party tested for over 200 contaminants. For protein you can trust, save 20% at puori.com/mattwalker.As always, if you have thoughts or feedback you'd like to share, please reach out to Matt:Matt: Instagram @drmattwalker, X @sleepdiplomat, YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@sleepdiplomatmattwalker9299
HAPPY NEW YEAR TO EVERYONE!… HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MICHAEL SCHUMACHER…57 EVERYBODY GOING TO WANT TO KNOW WHAT MAX THINKS OF THE NEW CARS!…FOR SURE. LOGAN SARGENT BACK IN THE DRIVERS SEAT FOR THE 24 HOURS OF DAYTONA… FLAVIO BRIATORE EXPLAINS TO THE UNIVERSE WHY FERNANDO'S 2005 CHAMPIONSHIP WAS MORE THAN SPECIAL….HE BEAT SCHUMACHER TWO YEARS IN A ROW…IT WAS BIG!! THIS WEEK'S NASIR HAMEED CORNER…MORE VINTAGE BANTER BETWEEN THE HOST AND NASIR…THIS WEEK WE HAVE GIANCARLO FISICHELLA! BONUS INTERVIEW...MARIO ANDRETTI AT LAGUNA SECA. Flavio Briatore, the former boss of F1 legend Fernando Alonso, has explained the wider importance of the Spaniard's 2005 world championship win. Alonso is a two-time world champion, having claimed back-to-back titles in 2005 and 2006 with the Renault team, beating seven-time champion Michael Schumacher in both of those years. He has since gone on to compete for another 20 years - barring two seasons off for 'retirement' - and has now raced in more grands prix than any other driver in F1 history. Alonso is still going strong at the age of 44, and is hoping to once more challenge for podiums and race wins in the near future with Aston Martin. But now, his former boss has taken us all back to 2005, when Alonso became the youngest champion in F1 history at a time after a seven-win season. "He replaced a world champion and many criticised him for being young and inexperienced, but I believed in him," Briatore said in a new DAZN documentary titled Bravissimo. "I was sure he was special. Over time you realise that he wasn't just special, he was something more than that. "In 2005 we not only won a world championship, we also introduced Formula 1 to Spain. It was the moment when everyone truly got to know Fernando Alonso. Not just because he won the world championship, but because of how he won it; we did it with authority." Can Alonso win another race? Now 44 years old, Alonso's hopes of claiming a third world championship title may be fading away, but he could still claim a 33rd career grand prix victory. Alonso has not won a race since the 2013 Spanish Grand Prix, but does have a contract that runs until the end of next season, and may even go on beyond that. The Spaniard has said that, if Aston Martin provide him with a car that's fighting for race wins in 2026, he'll be happy to retire, but if they're still struggling for top 10 finishes, he may well carry on beyond that. Alonso's driving ability is still there compared to his rivals, out-qualifiying his much younger team-mate Lance Stroll ahead of a grand prix on all 24 occasions in 2025. Sharp rocks cut deep into the convoy during frantic first stage of the 2026 Dakar Rally. The 2026 Dakar Rally began to stretch it's legs on Stage 1 with over 300km of racing over the rock fields surrounding Yanbu. Perilous terrain was waiting to take a big bite out of the convoy as they were plunged into the deep end at the world's toughest rally. Let's see who managed to keep their heads above water… It was Guillaume de Mévius and Mathieu Baumel who put the hammer down hardest on Stage 1 of the Ultimate class battle. The duo dodged all obstacles in their path, bringing their MINI JCW Rally 3.0i back to the Yanbu Start Camp Bivouac in first place overall. It's an incredible achievement considering their participation at this Dakar was thrown into serious doubt when Baumel was forced to have his right leg amputated last year. 'Winning a stage always feels good, but it wasn't really our strategy for the day. Tomorrow, Mathieu and I will be opening and I'm very happy about that. With Mathieu on my right, I'm not worried about opening a special.” – Guillaume de Mévius Nasser Al-Attiyah got his Dacia within 40 seconds of De Mévius's front-running vehicle. The Qatari gave us an insight into his tactics for tomorrow's 400-kilometre special stage that will bring the convoy to Al-Ula. “We were pushing, but then we saw Seb with two flat tyres so tried to take it easy. Then Guillaume passed us and we stayed behind him all the way. Tomorrow I will start three minutes behind Guillaume and we can push.” – Nasser Al-Attiyah Also finding themselves in a strong position to attack on the mountainous tracks that await tomorrow are the four Ford Raptor T1+ crews. Mattias Ekström, Carlos Sainz, Nani Roma and Mitch Guthrie Jr. all find themselves in the Top 10 and will be out to turn the screw on Stage 2. “There's 25 really fast drivers and 14 days of racing so you have to take care of your own business while keeping an eye on everybody else.” – Mattias Ekström Rally organisers placed a pitstop midway through the stage for four-wheel competitors due to the sheer amount of sharp rocks on the route. Top drivers including Sébastien Loeb, Toby Price, Cristina Gutiérrez, Laia Sanz, Henk Lategan and Seth Quintero all got their tyres sliced on Stage 1 as the Dakar showed its teeth during the first long stage of 2026. “It's like driving on razor blades out there!” – Seth Quintero Leading the charge for the debutant Defender team in the Stock class on Stage 1 was Rokas Baciuška. The Lithuanian set the Stock category's fastest time to create a piece of Dakar history. Baciuška is now the only World Rally-Raid Championship driver to win stages in Ultimate, Challenger, SSV and now Stock divisions. “There's a lot of dust out there because the Stock category starts each day at the back. I'm used to driving in the dust from my days driving SSV so that might help me out this year. Tomorrow will be another tough day so we'll see how we deal with it.” – Rokas Baciuška First to leave the Start Camp Bivouac this morning were the bikers with the leading contenders hitting the stage at 8am. Prologue victor Edgar Canet of Red Bull KTM Factory Racing maintained his impressive pace to make it back-to-back stage wins. 20-year-old Canet is making his debut in the Dakar's RallyGP category for elite bikers and it's so far, so good for the Catalan. “I did a good job with the navigation, I just got lost for a little bit. You need to take care in the rocks not to destroy yourself or destroy your bike.” – Edgar Canet Also taking a spot on the Stage 1 podium was Canet's KTM team-mate Daniel Sanders. The 2025 Dakar champion kept his head despite being attacked by sandstorms while racing for over three hours. “It was really windy and my helmet was catching a lot of wind so it was hard to focus.” – Daniel Sanders Harith Noah and Mohammed Balooshi both endured tough days on the bike. Indian rider Noah was airlifted to hospital in Riyadh due to back injuries following a crash. We wish Harith a speedy recovery from his injuries. Meanwhile, Balooshi also suffered an accident during the stage, although he was able to bring his Honda CRF 450 to the finish line. “At the refuelling a doctor tried to fix my finger and knuckle. I rode this 300km stage unable to grip since kilometre 20. I just tried to survive. This is Dakar!” – Mohammed Balooshi There was plenty of rock and rolling in the Challenger class with Dania Akeel arriving to the finish of Stage 1 with the driver's side door ripped off her Taurus T3 Max. Despite some superficial damage to the machine, both Akeel and her BBR team-mate Kevin Benavides stayed within 10 minutes of early category leader David Zille. “I'm not sure what happened with the door because we didn't hit anything. Maybe there was something loose. We had one puncture so we lost some time changing the tyre. It was also very dusty with so many Ultimate cars around us. But that's part of the game. Thanks to my co-driver Sébastien for a great stage.” – Dania Akeel After today's 305-kilometre loop around Yanbu it's still very tight at the top of the SSV class. Francisco ‘Chaleco' López won the SSV race at the Dakar in both 2019 and 2021. After Stage 1 in 2026 the Chilean is just four minutes off leader Xavier De Soultrait, with Gonçalo Guerreiro a further 30 seconds behind. “We need to keep working hard to reach the finish of this rally. It was very tough on the rocks today so I'm happy with the time we posted.” – Francisco ‘Chaleco' López Showing grit and determination worthy of the Dakar was eight-time World Rallycross champion Johan Kristoffersson. The Swede did not get his Dakar debut started as he wanted when his Polaris RZR Pro R ended up on its roof during the Prologue. However, Kristoffersson dusted himself down and took his place on the start line of Stage 1. Despite eating a lot of dust, the rookie recorded the day's 13th best time in the SSV class. For tomorrow's Stage 2 the convoy depart Yanbu and the shores of the Red Sea, heading inland towards the treasures of Al-Ula. Competitors hoping to establish an early race rhythm will be frustrated by the constantly evolving terrain under their wheels. Every brief section of flat out speed is quickly followed by a technical section over the rocks. As with Stage 1, a midway pitstop has been added for four-wheel competitors to attend to any punctures suffered on the rocks. ULTIMATE – Top 3 plus selected 1. G. De Mévius (BEL) / M. Baumel (FRA) – MINI 03:07:49 2. N. Al-Attiyah (QAT) / F. Lurquin (BEL) – Dacia +00:40 3. M. Prokop (CZE) / V. Chytka (CZE) – Ford +01:27 4. M. Ekström (SWE) / E. Bergvist (SWE) – Ford +01:38 6. C. Sainz (ESP) / L. Cruz (ESP) – Ford +01:54 8. N. Roma (ESP) / A. Haro (ESP) – Ford +02:37 9. M. Guthrie Jr. (USA) / K. Walch (USA) – Ford +02:50 10. S. Loeb (FRA) / É. Boulanger (FRA) – Dacia +03:01 11. L. Moraes (BRA) / D. Zenz (GER) – Dacia +03:34 15. C. Gutiérrez (ESP) / P. Moreno (ESP) – Dacia +05:00 16. T. Price (AUS) / A. Monleón (ESP) – Toyota +05:17 17. H. Lategan (ZAF) / B. Cummings (ZAF) – Toyota +06:57 18. S. Quintero (USA) / A. Short (USA) – Toyota +07:18 26. L. Sanz (ESP) / M. Gerini (ITA) – Ebro +16:26 STOCK – Top 3 plus selected 1. R. Baciuška (LTU) / O. Vidal (ESP) – Defender 4:04:59 2. R. Basso (FRA) / J. Menard (FRA) – Toyota +06:49 3. A. Miura (JPN) / J. Polato (FRA) – Toyota +08:18 4. S. Peterhansel (FRA) / M. Metge (FRA) – Defender +48:49 BIKE RallyGP – Top 3 plus selected 1. E. Canet (ESP) – KTM 03:27:42 2. D. Sanders (AUS) – KTM +01:05 3. R. Brabec (USA) – Honda +01:37 5. L. Benavides (ARG) – KTM +05:08 44. M. Balooshi (UAE) – Honda +58:48 102. H. Noah (IND) – Sherco +24:45:40 CHALLENGER – Top 3 plus selected 1. D. Zille (ARG) / S. Cesana (ARG) – Taurus 03:32:50 2. P. Spierings (NED) / J. Van Der Stelt (NED) – Taurus +00:42 3. N. Cavigliasso (ARG) / V. Pertegarini (ARG) – Taurus +02:03 7. K. Benavides (ARG) / L. Sisterna (ARG) – Taurus +09:08 9. D. Akeel (KSA) / S. Delaunay (FRA) – Taurus +09:56 SSV – Top 3 plus selected 1. X. De Soultrait (FRA) / M. Bonnet (FRA) – Polaris 03:38:45 2. A. Pinto (POR) / B. Oliveira (POR) – Polaris +03:34 3. B. Heger (USA) / M.Eddy (USA) – Polaris +03:48 4. F. López (CHI) / A. León (CHI) – Can-Am +04:02 5. G. Guerreiro (POR) / M. Justo (BRA) – Polaris +04:33 13. J. Krisstoffersson (SWE) / O. Floene (NOR) – Polaris +19:16
CoreWeave (CRWV) started off Monday's session stronger after DA Davidson moved from the bear camp to a neutral one. However, shares lost steam and reversed down during the day. Rick Ducat notes the stock still outperformed the SPX significantly in 2025, but fell short of outperformance in peers like Nebius (NBIS) and Applied Digital (APLD). He turns to key levels to watch and options activity in CoreWeave.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/ About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about
durée : 00:44:58 - La 20e heure - par : Eva Bester - Dans son nouvel ouvrage , « L'imparfait », qui paraît aux éditions Stock, le romancier Eric Reinhardt fait le récit de sa nuit à la Galleria Borghèse à Rome. Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.
J Mintzmyer of Value Investor's Edge discusses shipping performance in 2025, strategies for navigating market downturns, and the importance of focusing on quality investments (0:45). Dry bulk potential, Cmb.Tech a top pick for 2026, impact of geopolitical factors on shipping (4:30). Stock selection metrics (12:20). The role of dividends in shipping (15:10). Broad macro risks (16:45). Learning lessons, setting goals (22:20).Show Notes:In Shipping, Global Macro Matters More Than EverBuy Cmb.Tech: Shipping Poised To Outperform Into 2026Why Dry Bulk Is A Top Pick In 2026Read our transcriptsFor full access to analyst ratings, stock and ETF quant scores, and dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions
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After holding Lemonade stock for almost 4 months and researching the company, I'm more bullish than ever. They are executing like crazy and on track to not only increase positive cashflow but become GAAP profitable and eventually a cash cow. This earnings potential is slowly getting realized by the market. This nimble, owner/operator owned insurance company is AI-native and run like a startup. They are growing like crazy while maintaining discipline and strong financials. I'm planning to hold my stock in 2026 as they are set up for a monster year of growth and improving fundamentals.0:00 Lemonade's Been Crushing It1:32 Analyzing Lemonade's Q3 2025 Results2:15 Lemonade's Massive Upcoming Inflection4:12 Lemonade's Operating Leverage5:05 Rapidly Improving FundamentalsMy X: / gfilche HyperChange Patreon :) / hyperchange Disclaimer: I'm long Lemonade stock and this show is not financial advice. I'm not a financial advisor.
Bass After Dark — inch for inch and pound for pound, the best show in fishing — is back for another lively, and LIVE, episode. Don't miss Ken Duke, Brian the Carpenter, and some special guests for another special episode of Bass After Dark as we look to the year ahead!
"Trump Accounts" are being discussed as a new way to help children and young adults invest for the future—but are they a meaningful planning tool or simply clever branding? In this episode, we break down how Trump Accounts are structured, how they differ from traditional retirement and custodial accounts, and why return assumptions deserve careful scrutiny. We also discuss funding mechanics, diversification considerations, and what actually happens when a child reaches age 18. Importantly, we address what these accounts are not designed to do—including education planning, where 529 plans may remain more effective. Along the way, we share lessons on dollar-cost averaging, long-term ownership, and why financial literacy matters more than the wrapper itself. Finally, we zoom out to the bigger picture: using the new year as an opportunity to refresh your financial plan, revisit retirement contributions, understand SECURE Act changes, and begin thoughtful estate and legacy conversations. January may be a "no-fun" month, but it is one of the most important times to get organized and set the foundation for 2026 and beyond. 0:00 - INTRO 0:20 - Trump Accounts Overview - is it a con? How they're going to be structured, diversification; differences - requires separate form to establish Assumptions for returns are more than rosy; How to fund - 3:28 - Account acts like an IRA 11:21 - Where is the financial literacy associated with the accounts? 12:48 - The artistry in stock certificates 14:53 - How to convert the money - what happens when the child turns 18 18:02 - Not for education planning - 529 is better 19:09 - Rosso's McDonald's Stock ownership story 20:13 - Is this the time to start a fund when the market is at the top? 22:18 - The lesson of dollar cost averaging 24:52 - Setting up for 2026 - 26:43 - Revisit Retirement Contributions - set as high as possible 27:40 - Secure Act changes - Rothification; Gift of Introductory conversations about estate planning & will 32:34 - January is no-fun month; 34:16 - Assess relationship with financiel advisor, tax planner, etc. Knox Box financial organization tool Hosted by RIA Advisors Director of Financial Planning, Richard Rosso, CFP, w Senior Financial Advisor, Sarah Buenger, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kjxe7xjaj74&list=PLVT8LcWPeAugpcGzM8hHyEP11lE87RYPe&index=1 ------- REGISTER for our 2026 Economic Summit, "The Future of Digital Assets, Artificial Intelligence, and Investing:" https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-ria-economic-summit-tickets-1765951641899?aff=oddtdtcreator ------- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestm entadvice.com/newsletter/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #FinancialPlanning #RetirementStrategy #InvestingEducation #WealthBuilding #RealInvestmentAdvice
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Dan Taylor, Professor of Accounting at the Wharton School, discusses how his research helped shape new legislation requiring foreign company executives to disclose stock trades and protect U.S. investors from opportunistic insider selling. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Shares of Sable Offshore Corp. (SOC) slipped nearly 50% year-over-year, but the stock started 2026 right with a 30% rally. George Tsilis talks about the court ruling that reignited a bull run for the energy company. ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Options involve risks and are not suitable for all investors. Before trading, read the Options Disclosure Document. http://bit.ly/2v9tH6DSubscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about
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Bonne année ! Traditionnellement le jour de l'an rime avec résolutions. Arrêter de fumer, faire plus de sport, passer moins de temps sur son smartphone. Ou boire moins d'alcool, comme le révèle le succès croissant du Dry january. Ces décisions sont-elles souhaitées par l'individu ou dictées par la société ? Il y a-t-il de plus en plus d'injonctions ? Constituent-elles une impulsion positive ? Ou bien des entraves à notre liberté ? Pour en débattre : - Fabrice Midal, philosophe, écrivain, auteur des livres Foutez-vous la paix ! (Flammarion, 2017) et Empêcher que le monde ne se défasse (Flammarion, janvier 2026), animateur de la chaîne YouTube Dialogues - Laurence Devillairs, philosophe, autrice des livres La splendeur du monde (éditions Stock, 2024) et Être quelqu'un de bien. Philosophie du bien et du mal (Editions Points, 2019)
Bonne année ! Traditionnellement le jour de l'an rime avec résolutions. Arrêter de fumer, faire plus de sport, passer moins de temps sur son smartphone. Ou boire moins d'alcool, comme le révèle le succès croissant du Dry january. Ces décisions sont-elles souhaitées par l'individu ou dictées par la société ? Il y a-t-il de plus en plus d'injonctions ? Constituent-elles une impulsion positive ? Ou bien des entraves à notre liberté ? Pour en débattre : - Fabrice Midal, philosophe, écrivain, auteur des livres Foutez-vous la paix ! (Flammarion, 2017) et Empêcher que le monde ne se défasse (Flammarion, janvier 2026), animateur de la chaîne YouTube Dialogues - Laurence Devillairs, philosophe, autrice des livres La splendeur du monde (éditions Stock, 2024) et Être quelqu'un de bien. Philosophie du bien et du mal (Editions Points, 2019)
NIO ended 2025 up 26%, but the journey was wild. XPeng kept over-promising. OpenAI just became too big to fail. And $160 million in Nvidia chips got smuggled to China. This is my 2025 year-end review covering everything that mattered.Thank you for rocking with Courtside Financial all year. Happy New Year! Let me know what content you want to see in 2026.NIO'S 2025 FULL STORYNIO started at $4.55, peaked at $7.89 in October, closed at $5.50 - up 26% for the year.Key moments: February Onvo L60 image sparked 10% jump. March capital raise tanked stock to $3.75, but $4B Hong Kong offering funded growth. April brought Shen Fei as new Onvo president. July-August surge: L60 pre-sales drove 40% gain, third-gen ES8 launch added another 23% spike. September $1B raise initially dropped 9% but rallied 30% as investors recognized growth funding. Stock peaked October 2 at $7.89. November declined 24% as China subsidies ended. December 30 brought 2026 subsidy news, stock closed year at $5.50.Bottom line: NIO executed three-brand strategy, launched Onvo and Firefly, improved margins, raised capital twice. Now faces proving profitability at scale.XPENG'S OVER-PROMISING PROBLEMHe Xiaopeng announced "orders exceeded expectations" five times in 2025 - only MONA M03 delivered. New P7 peaked at 8,104 September units then crashed to 2,882 by November despite 40 units/hour capacity. G7 got 10,000 orders in 9 minutes but sales fell to 2,500-3,500 units while Tesla Model Y averaged 38,000.Service failures: 7,000+ owners complained after $5,000 chip upgrades caused system crashes. XPeng promised nationwide CNGP in 2022 - still only 5 cities despite customers paying $39,000 extra. Trust matters when markets get tough.OPENAI TOO BIG TO FAIL?SoftBank invested $41 billion in OpenAI on December 26, now owns 11%. Microsoft owns 27%. OpenAI valued $300-500 billion, not yet profitable. Committed to $1.4 trillion infrastructure spending. SoftBank sold entire $5.8B Nvidia stake to fund this.The question: Has OpenAI become too big to fail? If it fails, SoftBank, Microsoft, Oracle all hurt. Data centers, Nvidia's growth, entire AI buildout slows. System has to keep OpenAI alive because letting it fail craters too much. That's "too big to fail" - saw it with banks in 2008.OpenAI burns billions, revenue growing but so are costs. If AI hype slows, they have problems. But investors can't let them fail now, will keep funding betting revenue catches up. Risk is real when you build this big, this fast on this much investment.CHIP WARS: $160M SMUGGLING BUSTDOJ unsealed Operation Gatekeeper December 8. October 2024-May 2025: Smugglers moved $160M+ in Nvidia H100/H200 GPUs to China. These chips power AI, same ones OpenAI uses. Export-controlled, can't legally sell to China.How: Fake companies, falsified documents, relabeled chips as "Sandkyan," routed through multiple warehouses. May 28 raid in New Jersey caught three trucks picking up chips. Smugglers used group chat - when police arrived, chat said "dissolve group, delete everyone." Too late.Three arrested, one pleaded guilty facing 10 years. Estimates show 10,000 to hundreds of thousands chips smuggled in 2024.Why China needs them: Building domestic chips but years behind. 60%+ of Chinese AI models still run on Nvidia. Chinese companies pay 2x-5x premium, smugglers risk prison to supply.Trump twist: Same day as bust, Trump posted US would allow H200 exports if government gets 25% cut - exact chips being smuggled. Defense attorneys asked how they're national security threats when President approves export.Reality: Export controls don't work when incentives this strong. Continues until China develops competitive chips (years away), US loosens controls (Trump willing), or AI demand crashes (not happening).
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Send us a textToday, New Year's Eve 2025, I thought I'd take a look back at a few episodes from the last year. I am in my 5th year of the East Anchorage Book Club podcast and last year I released 78 episodes. This podcast is extremely meaningful to me as both as a legislator and as a person: I learn about issues that I am unfamiliar with, I create relationships with unexpected people, and it really is through editing the conversations that I internalize them and come out of them changed. Alaska needs foster families. Click here to learn how to become one.Today's episodes includes excerpts from the following interviews:Hollis French: former AK Senate Minority Leader, gubernatorial candidate, and AOGCC CommissionerRep. Jubilee Underwood (R-Wasilla): Former President of the MatSu School BoardJosh Revak: Former Alaska State Senator & Iraq war veteranMara Kimmel: Director of the ACLU of Alaska discusses ICE detainees held at the Anchorage Correctional ComplexPRIDE 2025: JJ Harrier, Chair of the Anchorage Pride ParadeRep. Zack Fields (D-Anchorage) discusses the US Congressional Budget Reconciliation Act of 2025AK MEDIA: Dan O'Neill: Fairbanks Daily News-Miner Columnist 1998-2002LEAVING AMERICA: Aaron Poe on relocating his family to Ireland in 2025Margaret Stock: Immigration attorney, MacArthur Genius Grant recipient, & 2016 AK US Senate CandidateLes Gara & Amanda Metivier: Audit of the Office of Children's ServicesFoster Care in Alaska 2025: Deko Harbi, Shannon Smith, & Tali Stone
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Jay Woods thinks we're due for another 10% correction next year, noting that the market tends to see such a pullback every 18 months. He discusses macro catalysts for next year, including a new Fed chair, election turnover, and more. “Something is going on” in the energy sector as Exxon Mobil (XOM) makes new highs despite lower oil prices, he says. It's one of his picks, along with the “cult stock” Tesla (TSLA) and FedEx (FDX).======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Options involve risks and are not suitable for all investors. Before trading, read the Options Disclosure Document. http://bit.ly/2v9tH6DSubscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about
2025 is ending with the S&P 500 gaining double-digits for the 3rd straight year. Kevin Green takes us through the biggest stories of the year, including the ramp up of A.I. spending, gold and silver rallying to new highs, and the latest on Nvidia (NVDA) and Tesla (TSLA).======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – / schwabnetwork Follow us on Facebook – / schwabnetwork Follow us on LinkedIn - / schwab-network About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about
This episode of Time for Pie spirals immediately.What starts as a post-Christmas catch-up turns into a full PO Box unboxing disaster — including a deer costume, $100 cash, haunted Furby noises, and custom mouse pads that absolutely did not need to exist.EVERYTHING in the New Year should have HOT SALT on it. Stock up at https://firecracker.farm and use code PIE to save money.Eat smart at https://FactorMeals.com/pie50off and use code pie50off to get 50% off your first box, plus Free Breakfast for 1 Year. That's code pie50off at FactorMeals.com for 50% off your first box, plus Free Breakfast for 1 Year. Get delicious, ready-to-eat meals delivered—with Factor. *Offer only valid for new Factor customers with code and qualifying auto-renewing subscription purchase.
Montana Knife Company pulled in $1.7 million over Black Friday weekend without discounting a single knife. Co-founder Brandon Horoho explains how: five targeted product drops, one for each customer persona. An email cadence so aggressive he was watching unsubscribe rates like a hawk. And a VIP program where the reward shows up unannounced in your mailbox. It's a story about knowing exactly who your customer is and giving them what they want before they ask. Also: why Brandon actually high-fives when his repeat customer rate goes down.SPONSORSSwym - Wishlists, Back in Stock alerts, & moregetswym.com/kurtCleverific - Smart order editing for Shopifycleverific.comZipify - Build high-converting sales funnelszipify.com/KURTLINKSMontana Knife Company: https://montanaknifecompany.comMKC on Instagram: https://instagram.com/montanaknifecompanyBrandon's first episode: https://unofficialshopifypodcast.com/episodes/montana-knife-companyWORK WITH KURTApply for Shopify Helpethercycle.com/applySee Our Resultsethercycle.com/workFree Newsletterkurtelster.comThe Unofficial Shopify Podcast is hosted by Kurt Elster and explores the stories behind successful Shopify stores. Get actionable insights, practical strategies, and proven tactics from entrepreneurs who've built thriving ecommerce businesses.
Welcome back to Day 2 of our Stay-at-Home Quarterly Retreat mini-series! If yesterday was about reflection, clarity, and direction, today is about rolling up your sleeves and building the things your next 90 days will need. Today is all about Creation Mode. Most of us do planning beautifully. But then life happens…and suddenly everything becomes last-minute: graphics, promo posts, emails, outreach, content, requests, rehearsals prep – you name it. Today we break that cycle. In this mini-episode, I walk you step-by-step through how to: • Create assets that save you time later • Stock your "visibility pantry" • Build social posts, captions, emails + ideas • Gather testimonials + proof of excellence • Design graphics + templates to reuse • Send bold outreach to move your career forward This is the day where momentum begins. This is where you build ease into your next quarter.
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With a couple days left in 2025, Charles Schwab's Joe Mazzola reflects on the year to determine how investors should position themselves for 2026. With AI expected to remain a big theme, he urges investors to look under the surface for other stocks and sectors with potential to outperform. ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Options involve risks and are not suitable for all investors. Before trading, read the Options Disclosure Document. http://bit.ly/2v9tH6DSubscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about
Shares of AXT Inc. (AXTI) hit intraday highs not seen since 2001. The reason? George Tsilis attributes massive recovery to having new value in the AI trade through China, even though AXT is a California-based company. ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Options involve risks and are not suitable for all investors. Before trading, read the Options Disclosure Document. http://bit.ly/2v9tH6DSubscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about
AppLovin just crossed $250 billion in market cap. Stock up 127% YTD. EBITDA margins at 82%. Is this the beginning—or the top?We assembled the most qualified panel possible to break it down: an operator running millions through AppLovin's platform, a gaming-focused financial analyst, and an institutional investor who's seen these cycles before.What emerged isn't your typical bull-bear debate. It's a breakdown of how dominance actually works in ad tech—and what could break it.IN THIS EPISODE→ Why AppLovin doesn't need to be better than competitors—just 95% as good→ The MAX/Axon lock-in that keeps publishers captive→ E-commerce expansion: AppLovin is beating Google on Android→ The SEC investigation and deplatforming risk (how worried should you be?)→ What one operator's portfolio data reveals about where the cracks are forming→ Each panelist's prediction for AppLovin in 2026SPEAKERSJosh Chandley — President & CEO, WildCard GamesMatthew Kanterman, CFA — Director of Research, Blue River Financial GroupBrian Peganoff — Former TMT Investor, Founder Timber AdvisorsJoseph Kim — CEO, Lila GamesTIMESTAMPS[00:00] Introduction & Panel Overview[01:22] AppLovin Financial Recap: 127% YTD, 82% Margins[04:52] Valuation Analysis: Is Growth Priced In?[07:15] The Bull Case: Infrastructure Lock-In[10:30] How MAX & Axon Create Publisher Dependency[15:45] E-Commerce Expansion: Beating Google on Android[22:10] Why Meta & Google Can't Compete on iOS[28:40] The Bear Case: Five Risks[35:20] SEC Investigation & Deplatforming Risk[42:15] The Infrastructure Risk Nobody Discusses[48:30] Competitive Landscape: Unity, Moloco, Meta[58:20] Connected TV: Wild Card or Dead End?[1:05:40] Panel Predictions for 2026[1:15:30] Key TakeawaysLINKSNewsletter: https://www.gamemakers.comFull article: https://www.gamemakers.com/p/applovin-bull-bear-casePixels & Profits is a GameMakers series covering the business and investing side of the gaming industry.
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Hour 2 dives deep into NFL playoff possibilities as we approach the final week of the regular season. Rooster breaks down potential seeding outcomes in the NFC and AFC, including all the tiebreaker scenarios fans need to know before week 18 action kicks off. The conversation then turns to Dallas with the benchmark Cowboy B Stock Report, highlighting Cowboy B's thoughts on the Cowboys' defense and the Trevon Diggs' release. Finally, Chris reviews the Commanders' defense across the season, analyzing the performances of Quan Martin, Mike Sainristil, and Frankie Luvu, highlighting their key contributions and struggles. A full hour of playoff math, team analysis, and season-long defensive breakdowns.
Is your sales strategy built around how buyers should behave—or how they actually behave? Imagine walking into a store and seeing a shirt for $50. Fine. Unremarkable. You might buy it, you might not. Now imagine seeing that same shirt with a tag that reads: $100 NOW $50. Suddenly, you're interested. You found a deal. You beat the system. You're a hero. Same price. Same shirt. Completely different emotional response. That psychological gap between logic and emotion cost JCPenney roughly $1 billion and offers one of the most important lessons in sales psychology you'll ever learn: people don't buy with logic—they buy with emotion and justify with logic later. The Fair and Square Disaster In 2012, JCPenney hired Ron Johnson as CEO. Johnson was a retail rock star, the architect behind Apple Store's legendary success. He walked into JCPenney and saw chaos: endless coupons, manufactured "original prices," and constant sales cycles. His solution? Kill it all. Johnson launched "Fair and Square"—a radically transparent pricing model. No games. No coupons. No inflated prices marked down. Just one everyday low price on everything. That $100 shirt marked down to $50? Now it was simply $50. Honest. Logical. Clean. The market's response was brutal. Within one year, sales dropped 25%. The company lost nearly $1 billion. Stock price went into freefall. Johnson was fired. What Johnson Got Wrong About Sales Psychology Johnson made a catastrophic assumption: he believed customers were rational economic actors who would reward transparency and honesty. He was dead wrong. For decades, JCPenney's customers had been playing a game. They clipped coupons, timed sales, scrutinized flyers, and planned shopping trips around promotions. The weekly coupon wasn't just a discount—it was a ritual. Their insider advantage, their badge of savvy shopping honor. Johnson stripped away their emotional satisfaction and replaced it with sterile efficiency. Without the "$100 now $50" comparison, the flat $50 price lost all psychological weight. No thrill. No victory. No story to share. Same price. Different feeling. The Sales Psychology Principle You're Ignoring Loss aversion is twice as powerful as gain motivation. Your prospects don't just want to gain something—they want to feel like they won, like they're in control, like they made a smart decision that will impress their boss. When you strip away their buying process, when you force them into your "more efficient" workflow without their input, they don't see the gain. They experience loss. You've taken away their control, their ritual, their power, their role as the hero. In sales, that feeling is deadly. Your Customers Have Rituals Too Think about your best accounts. What do they actually value? It's probably not your features or your ROI calculator. It's the rep they've worked with for years. It's the quarterly business review they rely on. It's the reporting cadence that makes them look good internally. It's the buying process that lets them feel competent and in control. That's their ritual. When you try to "streamline" their process, when you push them toward a different point of contact, when you change the reporting structure they trust—you're doing exactly what Ron Johnson did. You're selling logic when they're buying a feeling. Stop Leading With Features and Benefits Most salespeople lose deals before they even start because they lead with logical arguments: "Our platform reduces processing time by 40%." "We integrate with 200+ systems." "Our customer support response time is under 2 hours." All logical. All true. All useless if your buyer doesn't feel something first. Your prospect doesn't wake up excited about efficiency gains. They wake up stressed about looking good in front of their VP, avoiding mistakes, and maintaining control of their budget. Research is clear: emotional decisions get made first, then logic comes in to justify them. Your job isn't to build a logical case. Your job is to help your buyer feel like a hero, then give them the logical ammunition to defend that emotional decision internally. How to Apply This Starting Today Identify Their Rituals Watch how your customers actually operate. Do they need three stakeholders in every meeting? Do they always loop in procurement at a specific stage? Do they have a preferred communication cadence? Don't fight it. Work with it. Their process is their psychological anchor for stability. Frame the Win They Can Own Frame your solution so the customer feels in control and gets the credit. Instead of: "Our platform will solve your problem." Try: “This approach could help you demonstrate a 30% cost reduction in Q2—giving your team clear wins to share with leadership.” Make them the hero of their own story. Highlight Emotional Outcomes, Not Just Logical Ones Don't just talk about what your product does. Talk about how it makes them feel. "You'll have complete visibility so you're never caught off guard in executive meetings." "Your team will finally have the data they need to look proactive instead of reactive." "You'll be the person who solved the problem everyone else said was impossible." Guide, Don't Force Lead your prospects toward better outcomes without stripping away their sense of control. Instead of forcing a complete switch to your system, collaborate on how your solution enhances their existing trusted process. Make them feel like a collaborator, not a passenger. The Takeaway Ron Johnson wasn't wrong that consumers should prefer transparent, honest pricing. He wasn't wrong that the coupon game was exhausting and complicated. He was wrong about what people actually buy. They buy feelings. Control. Victory. Status. The story they tell themselves about being smart. Your prospects are no different. They're not buying your SaaS platform, your consulting services, or your enterprise solution. They're buying the feeling of being competent, in control, and successful. The difference between average salespeople and top performers isn't product knowledge or work ethic. It's understanding the sales psychology behind how buyers actually make decisions. When you appeal to emotion first and back it up with logic second, you stop losing deals to “no decision” and start winning consistently. Because at the end of the day, sales isn't about having the best product. It's about making your customer feel like they made the best decision. Ready to master buyer psychology and close more deals? Download the ACED Buyer Style Playbook and discover how to match your sales approach to the four core buyer personalities. Stop selling logic. Start selling the way your customers actually buy.
In hour two, Stock up and down after the Miami Dolphins victory. Feels like Champ Kelly will be back next year as GM. Omar Kelly joins the show and explains why he believes Mike McDaniel will be back next season.
This week on Chasin' The Racin' podcast, Christian Iddon and Joe Akroyd are joined by Dan Linfoot to discuss his Endurance World Championship, his plans for the future as well as delving into the controversy surrounding his 2023 Stock 1000 championship. Enjoy - CTR x Powered by OMG Racing Supported by JCT Truck and Trailer Rental Sponsor of the Episode: Optimum Bikes - Based in York, Optimum Bikes are the home of quality used motorcycles. They offer all aspects of motorcycling including premium used motorcycle sales, servicing and repairs for all Marques and clothing and Accessories. Check out their website for more info here: https://www.optimumbikes.co.uk We have board spots up available for sponsorship - please email chasintheracin@outlook.com if you're interested. If you're interested in sponsoring an episode of the podcast, please don't hesitate to get in touch via email to chasintheracin@outlook.com ------------ We have a full range of merchandise as well as Alan Carter's and Ian Simpson's Autobiography's over on our website: https://chasintheracin.myshopify.com CTR Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/MotorbikePod?utm_... ------------- SOCIALS: Instagram: @chasintheracinpod Facebook: Chasin' The Racin' Podcast X: @motorbikepod
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Jesus lived a short and humble life. What was he showing us? We can imitate him and live a holy life, in our own families.We invite you this week to place a photo of your family next to the manger scene. In doing so, we may be reminded to treat our families with gentleness and patience, growing in holiness along the way.
Energy Fuels (UUUU) saw a strong and volatile 2025, a trend that continued Monday when guidance passed Wall Street's expectations. George Tsilis talks about the company's role in the "energy renaissance" fueled by AI. His reason for the stock's pullback as the day went on: financing. ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Options involve risks and are not suitable for all investors. Before trading, read the Options Disclosure Document. http://bit.ly/2v9tH6DSubscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about
How This Year's Biggest Events and Behavioral Insights Can Transform Your Financial Future 2025 has been a year packed with transformative moments—political shifts, market turbulence, technological leaps, and viral media headlines. In this episode of Dollars & Sense, Joel Garris guides you through the essential financial lessons we can draw from the past twelve months, exploring how these events influence your money decisions. Can the rise of artificial intelligence and robo-advisors truly replace the wisdom and empathy of a seasoned financial advisor? Joel weighs the promise of AI's efficiency and data prowess against its limitations—highlighting why human guidance remains vital when markets swing, life gets complicated, and emotions run high. The episode features Warren Buffett's timeless warnings about investor behavior, with practical tips for sidestepping biases like loss aversion, herd mentality, and overconsumption. Joel offers real-world strategies to help you avoid costly mistakes and follow a disciplined path, no matter what headline dominates the news cycle. From tariffs and market shocks to breakthroughs in energy and viral pop culture moments, every headline of 2025 brought a new lesson for your financial playbook. If you're ready to understand what these stories mean for your investments—and how to make smarter decisions in the year ahead—this episode delivers valuable insights with Joel's trademark warmth and wit. Curious how these lessons apply to your financial journey? Click to listen and turn 2025's headlines into your smartest year yet!
Hour 4 - Stock up Stock down, What's trending, Logan is pumped for Stranger Things full 2478 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 19:46:51 +0000 PgHW7hM5Td0ep6Cr8LQpXKroMwHA633q society & culture Cody & Gold society & culture Hour 4 - Stock up Stock down, What's trending, Logan is pumped for Stranger Things Hosts Cody Tapp & Alex Gold team up for 610 Sports Radio's newest mid-day show "Cody & Gold." Two born & raised Kansas Citians, Cody & Gold have been through all the highs and lows as a KC sports fan and they know the passion Kansas City has for their sports teams."Cody & Gold" will be a show focused on smart, sports conversation with the best voices from KC and around the country. It will also feature our listeners with your calls, texts & tweets as we want you to be a part of the show, not just a listener. Cody & Gold, weekdays 10a-2p on 610 Sports Radio. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Society & Culture False https://pl
À l'Antichambre, Andrée-Anne Barbeau est en compagnie de P.J. Stock, Vincent Damphousse et Denis Gauthier pour discuter de la défaite de 5-4 en fusillade des Canadiens face au Lightning à Tampa Bay! Solide performance de Juraj Slafkovsky (encore)!
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In this episode of Money Matters, Scott and Pat tackle real-world financial planning questions that could save you thousands. They cover key tax-savvy income strategies, help a caller decide whether to cash out a $350K whole life insurance policy, and clarify the confusing tax rules on after-tax IRA contributions. You'll also hear how one investor turned a concentrated stock position into $90K in annual income—without selling a single share. This smart use of covered calls shows how modern income strategies are evolving beyond traditional methods. And yes, they weigh in on the latest hype around gold investing—and why it's often a distraction from sound long-term planning. If you're thinking about insurance, taxes, or smarter ways to turn assets into income, this episode is packed with insight. Join Money Matters: Get your most pressing financial questions answered by Allworth's co-founders Scott Hanson and Pat McClain live on-air! Call 833-99-WORTH. Or ask a question by clicking here. You can also be on the air by emailing Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com. Download and rate our podcast here.
Your daily dose of Texas history and Texas pride. Enjoy! Credit: Texas, On This Day. 500 Years of History, 2nd Edition by Gary C. Vliet. Stock media provided by Artmuns / Source
We've got a lot to unpack as we close out 2025, starting with a deep dive into Meg's experience at The Marathon Project—from travel chaos to racing in the Nike Proto. We also break down our favorite shoes, gear, and brands of the year, plus share some listener and viewer stats to round things out.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!MAURTENMeg's raced The Marathon Project last week and you know she relied on Maurten for race day. Stock up your own stocking and save 15% off your order by using this link and code Believe15: https://bit.ly/BITR-MAURTENSWIFTWICKYou already know that Swiftwick makes our favorite socks for running, from training to race day. We wear them pretty much every day, whether it's the Flite XT crew or the low cut no-show. They also make for great Christmas presents, so treat yourself or someone else today: https://swiftwick.comLMNTIt's winter, but we're still training and sweating. Which means we still need our LMNT, with 1,000 mg of sodium and key electrolytes. If you haven't had their hot flavors yet, you need to get in on it, because they make the perfect winter treat. Order today and get an 8-count LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase, so don't miss out: http://drinklmnt.com/thedrop