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Stripe, the programmable financial services company, has signed agreements with investors to provide liquidity to current and former Stripe employees through a tender offer at a $159B (€135B) valuation. While the majority of funds for the tender offer are being provided by investors including Thrive Capital, Coatue, a16z, and others, Stripe will also use a portion of its own capital to repurchase shares. Stripe also published its 2025 annual letter to the Stripe community, detailing a strong year for businesses on Stripe and the internet economy overall. Businesses running on Stripe generated $1.9 trillion in total volume, up 34% from 2024, and equivalent to roughly 1.6% of global GDP. Beyond payments, Stripe's Revenue suite (comprising Stripe Billing, Invoicing, Tax, and more) is on track to hit an annual run rate of $1 billion this year. In the letter, cofounders Patrick and John Collison wrote: "Our programmable financial services now power more than 5 million businesses directly or via platforms, including all of the top AI companies, many of the largest blue-chip companies (90% of the Dow Jones Industrial Average), most of the biggest tech companies (80% of the Nasdaq 100), and a significant fraction of freshly minted startups (25% of all Delaware corporations are now created with Stripe Atlas) […] Stripe remained robustly profitable, allowing us to continue investing heavily in product development (with more than 350 product updates last year) as well as acquisitions. […] All in all, 2025 was a strong year for the internet economy, and we're delighted to see so many of Stripe's customers do so well." Kareem Zaki, partner at Thrive Capital, said: "After a decade of partnership and seeing their work up close, we believe Stripe has built the premiere financial infrastructure stack for the internet economy, relied on by the fastest growing companies for payments, billing, fraud prevention, tax, and more. While their core business has never been stronger, we believe their most transformative chapters are being written right now. We believe Stripe's lead will only expand across the future of money movement due to their leadership in agentic commerce, stablecoins, and more." New businesses on Stripe are scaling at record speed The 2025 cohort of new businesses on Stripe is the highest performing in the company's history. More new companies joined Stripe in 2025 than ever before, with more than half (57%) based outside the US. Businesses in the 2025 cohort grew around 50% faster than the 2024 cohort. The number of companies reaching $10 million ARR within 3 months of launch was double the 2024 count. Companies incorporated via Stripe Atlas are also monetising sooner: in 2025, 20% of Atlas startups charged their first customer within 30 days, up from 8% in 2020. Businesses on Stripe are increasingly global by default Over the last few years, the country-by-country expansion model has melted away. The "domestic market" for a new generation of internet businesses is the internet itself. Nearly every recognisable AI product launched globally by default, including ChatGPT, Claude, Replit, Lovable, Base44, Vercel, Cursor, Midjourney, and many more. Among Stripe businesses with mostly international revenue, 30% of that revenue comes from countries that are neither their home market nor one of the top 10 global economies. "This isn't merely about incremental revenue from a 'long tail' of international users. In many cases, the 'long tail' is much of the dog," the Collisons wrote. Building the economic infrastructure for AI Agentic commerce has moved into a phase of building and real-world experimentation. As with the early internet, the future success of agentic commerce is contingent on universal interoperability. To that end, Stripe has been working with a broad set of partners across AI labs, retailers, and leading ecommerce platforms to lay the groundwork for this generational shift: With OpenAI, Stripe developed the Agentic Comm...
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The lies are catching up. The leverage is slipping. And the reptiles are shedding skin.In Industry Season 4, Episode 7 — “Points of Emphasis” — Whitney finally starts to crack, Henry realizes he's been played, Yasmin engineers a political takedown, and Harper inches closer to total victory. But in Industry, the truth is just another financial instrument — and everyone is manipulating the narrative.Brandon & Chanel break down one of the most explosive episodes of the season.
Host Victor records a combined podcast episode (delayed by illness and heavy snow) covering multiple shows, with timestamps promised in show notes. He gives a spoiler-free endorsement of the Night of the Seven Kingdoms finale, praising its more humane, character-focused close and calling several scenes among the best in the Game of Thrones universe. Victor then delivers an in-depth recap of Industry season 4 episode 7 (“Points of Emphasis”), focusing on Yasmin and Henry's unraveling marriage and Henry's dependence on Yasmin to “mother” him. A letter from Whitney is framed as a strategic document meant to implicate Henry in Tender's crisis. Victor emphasizes the episode's themes of narrative as reality in finance and politics, comparing it to real-world corporate valuations and acquisitions, and arguing the economy often runs on belief and storytelling. He outlines Harper's strategy to attack Tender via press and political leaks, Yasmin's manipulation of tabloids and MPs to force a new audit, and internal government backstabbing within the ruling party. Whitney and Henry fly to New York to pitch an overpaying acquisition of PeerPoint to avoid scrutiny, but Whitney is threatened by Ferdinand over the value of Tender's data set. At the PeerPoint meeting, Whitney's claim that shell companies give him standing is later revealed as a lie; PeerPoint used Tender's bid to raise another offer. Whitney disappears, and Tender's stock collapses after the government imposes a full PricewaterhouseCoopers audit, implying Harper's short will pay off. The episode ends with a key Yasmin–Harper reconciliation, mutual admiration, and a club scene where they promise to “have each other's back” and share a nonsexual kiss. Victor is then joined by Alan, who discusses watching Night of the Seven Kingdoms weekly, contrasting it favorably with House of the Dragon. They praise the show's intimate scale, character focus, and finale highlights (Dunk and Arlan under the tree, recurring knighting motifs, Lionel's complexity, Baelor's reflections, Maekar's confession and request to protect his son, Egg's hair reveal, and the “Nine Kingdoms” joke). They note the penultimate episode's violence escalation, discuss criticisms such as “fridging,” and comment on the show's six short episodes and Warner Brothers' stated goal of annual seasons. They move to Paradise season 2 episodes 1–3. They recall Paradise season 1's surprise sci-fi twist and word-of-mouth success, noting the new official podcast. Episode 1 (“Graceland”) follows a new character, portrayed by Shailene Woodley in the present, with flashbacks to her youth and medical training; she lives at Graceland during the early apocalypse, meets Link and his group (who subvert expectations by not being predatory), has sex with Link, becomes pregnant, and hears discussion of a Colorado bunker and an instruction to kill “Alex.” She later sees a burning plane and rides out, leading into episode 2. Episode 2 centers on Xavier's post-bunker flight, crash, encounters with a group of children, and a violent confrontation with an armed adult; Victor and Alan like some flashback material (including Xavier meeting his wife) but find the “lost kids” plotline less compelling. Episode 3 returns to the bunker's politics: the new president proposes “summer” as a quality-of-life change, Sinatra interrogates Jane with a polygraph, and multiple characters experience nosebleeds and visions tied to “Project Alex,” quantum entanglement, and a newly introduced “Venus effect” threat. Alan criticizes implausible plot points, including a bar-room corporate signature transfer and the president's assassination staging, where Jane appears incompetent and relies on convenience to frame Sinatra. The episode ends with Cal's son detained and brought to a secured area connected to Project Alex, while Victor and Alan speculate the season may introduce time-travel elements. They plan to continue weekly discussions when Darren returns. mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com 00:00 Show Packed Preamble 02:37 Industry Episode Setup 02:45 Yasmin and Henry Fallout 09:50 Faith Economy Digression 16:46 Whitney Pitch and PurePoint 22:13 Political Backstabbing Plot 30:34 New York Threats and Data 34:03 Deal Collapses and Aftermath 36:26 Yasmin Harper Bonding 40:14 Alan Joins and 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' 49:02 Stakes and Spoilers 50:27 Pilot to Finale Shift 52:41 Budget and Battle Clarity 54:20 Fridging and Prequel Pitfalls 57:01 Finale Craft and Knighthood 01:04:10 George Martin Delays 01:08:09 Thrones Ending Debate 01:10:38 Finale Scene Highlights 01:15:00 Maekar Confession Scene 01:16:31 Spotting a Chameleon Actor 01:17:23 Egg's Hair Horror 01:18:08 Finale Tag Debate 01:20:35 Nine Kingdoms Math 01:23:00 Wrap Up and Switch Shows 01:23:30 Paradise Premise and Twist 01:26:26 Fogelman and This Is Us Tone 01:28:37 Pulpy Fun vs Prestige Drama 01:30:48 Eighty Songs Running Gag 01:31:50 Dewey Decimal Theory 01:33:20 Season Two Twist Speculation 01:34:48 Graceland Episode Breakdown 01:38:49 Apocalypse POV and Plot Holes 01:41:31 How Long Would You Survive 01:43:20 Prepping Books and Faraday Plans 01:45:15 Population Collapse Thought Experiment 01:46:29 Gail Dies and Link Arrives 01:47:11 Tactical Crew Subversion 01:48:56 One Night Pregnancy Debate 01:49:57 Messiah Parallel and Awkward Sex 01:52:22 Body Hair Realism and Hesitation 01:55:39 Burning Plane and Horse Return 01:58:21 Nosebleeds and Time Fugue 02:00:20 Xavier Crash and Lost Boys 02:03:54 Flashback Romance and Blindness 02:07:07 Swamp Fight and Kid Brutality 02:10:15 Back to Bunker Politics 02:12:54 Climate Control Logic 02:14:15 Diplomacy Fail Fallout 02:16:08 Venus Effect Escalation 02:18:19 Quantum Entanglement Talk 02:21:42 Billy Hitman Flashback 02:23:11 Barroom Paperwork Nitpick 02:26:16 Polygraph Loophole Bug 02:28:35 Nosebleeds and Visions 02:30:44 President Assassination Setup 02:34:54 Project Alex and Wrap Up
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Someone used ChatGPT to redline a construction contract. The wording looked like it came straight from a lawyer. Only problem? It was arguing against their own position.In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, we had Michael Vardaro, a construction attorney with 30 years of experience based in New York City, and we got to learn about how AI is reshaping construction law, why it's a powerful tool but a terrible replacement for professional judgment, and the groundbreaking new AAA AI arbitrator that could change how disputes get resolved... and much more.Tune in to find out about:✅ How AI tools like Firmus AI are catching scope conflicts and potential change orders before they turn into litigation✅ The real story behind the AAA's new AI arbitrator and what it actually means for construction disputes✅ Why the "AI will kill lawyer fees" headline is misleading, and what the CAD revolution taught us about technology and professional services✅ The hidden danger of AI meeting minutes in construction, and how they could actually make your legal position worse
Send a textIn this episode, we're breaking down Season 4, Episode 7 of Industry, "Points of Emphasis" — and we have a lot of feelings. We walk you through all the major plot developments, from Whitney's attempted escape and his terrifying confrontation with what appears to be his foreign handlers, to Yasmin's ruthless political maneuvering to bring down Lisa Dern and protect herself as Tender collapses around her.Along the way, we dig into the finance: what a hostile takeover actually is and why Whitney's stock-for-stock bid for PierPoint is more smoke and mirrors than strategy, the real-world Porsche-Volkswagen story that inspired Whitney's synthetic position playbook (and why it still wouldn't be legal today), and why Harper's team is covering their short carefully as the stock craters.We also get into the emotional core of the episode: Lord Norton's heartbreaking decision to let Henry face the consequences, the long-awaited Harper and Yasmin reconciliation, and what Yasmin's admission that she's "never been necessary" might be setting up for the season finale.Share your theories and let us know where you think this all ends for our characters!For a 14 day FREE Trial of Macabacus, click HERE Visit https://iconnections.io/ to learn more about iConnections!Shop our Self Paced Courses: Investment Banking & Private Equity Fundamentals HEREFixed Income Sales & Trading HERE Wealthfront.com/wss. This is a paid endorsement for Wealthfront. May not reflect others' experiences. Similar outcomes not guaranteed. Wealthfront Brokerage is not a bank. Rate subject to change. Promo terms apply. If eligible for the boosted rate of 4.15% offered in connection with this promo, the boosted rate is also subject to change if base rate decreases during the 3 month promo period.The Cash Account, which is not a deposit account, is offered by Wealthfront Brokerage LLC ("Wealthfront Brokerage"), Member FINRA/SIPC. Wealthfront Brokerage is not a bank. The Annual Percentage Yield ("APY") on cash deposits as of 11/7/25, is representative, requires no minimum, and may change at any time. The APY reflects the weighted average of deposit balances at participating Program Banks, which are not allocated equally. Wealthfront Brokerage sweeps cash balances to Program Banks, where they earn the variable APY. Sources HERE.
Thank you for listening to our sermon. We are starting a new series, and during Lent we will be walking through The Lord's Prayer in Matthew 6. Date: 2/22/26 Speaker: Pastor Will Broadus Passage: Matthew 6:9-13 Please visit our website at reconcilecc.org for any questions, and thank you for supporting our mission to Preach The Gospel. Produce Disciples. Pursue Justice.
In this episode I speak to Penny Wincer, a book coach and author, about creativity, care, and what work means when life is complex. Penny shares her path from a childhood around film sets to studying a multidisciplinary arts degree, assisting fashion photographers in London and New York, and ultimately becoming an interiors photographer. She explains how writing returned when she ringfenced Fridays for a City Lit course after divorce and as a single parent, and how her experiences as a young carer for her unwell mother connected with parenting her autistic son with a learning disability, leading to her first book, Tender, on care, unpaid labour, and identity. We discuss how her proposal secured multiple publishing offers despite a small profile, and how the pandemic and escalating care needs forced her to end her photography career and rebuild her working life from home. Penny talks about employing nannies, the limits of paid support, the emotional labour of constant regulation, work as respite, and how her lived experience reshaped her views on privilege, fairness, disability, and intersectionality. She describes training with Author Accelerator to become a non-fiction book proposal coach, building a business and audience through a newsletter and online visibility, and challenging myths about perfect writing conditions and the claim that everyone has a book in them. Penny also shares practical guidance for aspiring nonfiction authors - starting with the ‘why', understanding the market, and defining a unique angle and voice. Find Penny on Instagram here Find Penny's website and more about her non-fiction book coaching here Join the conversation with me on Instagram hereThe women Penny recommended were Caro Giles and Suzy Reading (scroll back to episode 2 to hear her story!)
GS-STJO 02-22-2026AM - Series: Guest Speaker - Title: Ordination of James Wierson III - The Necessity of Being a Tender and Tough Shepherd - Scripture: II Timothy 2:14-18
We kickstarted a FIRE new series this week titled, “A Consuming Fire”. This is our series for the season of Lent that goes along with the devotional book of the same name. For the first week, Pastor Jeni preached on the purifying and indwelling of the consuming fire of God. She asked us to search our heart and earnestly seek God together in this 40 days leading up to Easter. Join us as we begin the procession to the cross.Notes from Sunday's Sermon:May we experience a purifying and indwelling of the consuming fire of God.A purifying that changes us and an indwelling that empowers us.The God of the universe invites us to come into God's rest.Come into God's presence, woefully underdressed and ill prepared though you may be. The invitation stands.How's your heart? Tender & responsive OR hard & resistant.The Israelites chose familiar pain over a faithful God.
Five new On Being episodes will begin to roll out next week … We begin with the delightful beloved poets (and friends) Joy Harjo and Tracy K. Smith in conversation together with Krista. We move on to the neuroscientist Gül Dölen; a community of Israelis and Palestinians who will expand your heart and moral imagination; philosopher rabbi Shai Held; and, because we can't get enough of him, a wonderful new sit-down with Krista and Jason Reynolds on hope in this time and in friendship with the young in our world. All of them offer beauty and pragmatic nourishment for ourselves and for witnessing each other's hurt and each other's promise. There is searching and pondering on what love really means and how it works and what hope can mean in this world in which hopelessness feels so reasonable. And be prepared to be amazed in an introduction to majestic learning underway about new, transformative healing of our brains and our lives emerging from the frontier of psychedelically-assisted therapeutic treatments. Please help us spread the word, and join us! Sign yourself and others up for The Pause to be on our mailing list for all things On Being and to receive Krista's monthly Saturday newsletter, including a heads up on new episodes, special offerings, recommendations, and event invitations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Projekt mal uľahčiť život pacientom aj lekárom.V zdravotníctve sa objavil ďalší pochybný tender. Tentokrát za takmer 14 miliónov. Národné centrum zdravotníckych informácií hľadalo firmu, ktorá vytvorí archív všetkých vyšetrení pacientov. Súťaž vyhrala firma bez zamestnancov a s nulovým obratom. Kľúčový expert mal navyše v životopise zapísanú nereálnu prax.Zakročil úrad pre verejné obstarávanie a tender stopol. Ako je možné, že štátna inštitúcia ignorovala pochybnosti a vybrala firmu s podozrivým pozadím?O tejto téme sa budeme rozprávať s ekonomickou redaktorkou Katkou Runnovou.Moderuje Frederika Lodová.Všetky naše podcasty nájdete na jednej stránke tu. Na odber všetkých nových dielov sa môžete prihlásiť cez iTunes alebo Spotify. Sledujte nás aj na facebookovej stránke Podcasty Aktuality.sk alebo na Instagrame.
Projekt mal uľahčiť život pacientom aj lekárom.V zdravotníctve sa objavil ďalší pochybný tender. Tentokrát za takmer 14 miliónov. Národné centrum zdravotníckych informácií hľadalo firmu, ktorá vytvorí archív všetkých vyšetrení pacientov. Súťaž vyhrala firma bez zamestnancov a s nulovým obratom. Kľúčový expert mal navyše v životopise zapísanú nereálnu prax.Zakročil úrad pre verejné obstarávanie a tender stopol. Ako je možné, že štátna inštitúcia ignorovala pochybnosti a vybrala firmu s podozrivým pozadím?O tejto téme sa budeme rozprávať s ekonomickou redaktorkou Katkou Runnovou.Moderuje Frederika Lodová.Všetky naše podcasty nájdete na jednej stránke tu. Na odber všetkých nových dielov sa môžete prihlásiť cez iTunes alebo Spotify. Sledujte nás aj na facebookovej stránke Podcasty Aktuality.sk alebo na Instagrame.
Host Victor opens by previewing the podcast's current coverage: HBO's Industry (focus of this episode), The Pitt on HBO Max, Apple TV+'s Drops of God, and a Christopher Nolan rewatch ahead of The Odyssey (with upcoming discussion of Insomnia). He also mentions upcoming premieres including Paradise, which remains the podcast's most popular show. mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com Victor calls Industry's episode “Dear Henry” an elite, event-packed installment that feels like a season finale while resolving little. He follows up on last week's revelation that Tender is effectively a Ponzi scheme by outlining real-world analogs: the FTX collapse (FTX/Alameda circular self-inflation via the FTT token), Germany's Wirecard fraud (manufactured transactions, overpaying for acquisitions, auditors' failures, and political/regulatory protection including actions against Financial Times reporting), and Theranos as a charisma-driven deception. He also notes money-laundering examples involving Ghana and argues the show's broader theme is the emptiness of a culture fixated on wealth, valuation, and belief-driven “truth,” raising questions about how much corporate value is overstated and whether society celebrates con men. Joined by Darren, they first discuss the Game of Thrones prequel A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms (episodes 1–5), praising its intimacy, sets, humor, acting, and a brutal recent battle episode, and noting its short season and fast production cadence. They then break down “Dear Henry”: Harper warns Yasmin that she and Henry were duped by Whitney, and while Yasmin reacts defensively, the warning sinks in. Whitney's unsettling dynamic with Henry escalates (including a bathroom/shower moment and later clubbing), while Henry grows suspicious about Tender's audit and Whitney's manipulation. Sweetpea's public takedown presentation at an Alpha conference drives Tender's stock down sharply and impresses Eric, who watches with pride. In Ghana, a planned whistleblower meeting is disrupted when Whitney arrives first and intimidates the potential source (Tony), reinforcing fears of more dangerous forces behind Tender. Later, Whitney is revealed to be using a fabricated identity (a Lithuanian passport is shown) and a conversation indicates Russian-linked backers are laundering money through Tender, trapping Whitney and raising the stakes for everyone. They discuss Whitney's use of high-end escorts as tools for access and influence; Hayley confirms she and others were planted around key figures and that sex acts were recorded, confronting Yasmin with how they were exploited. Eric receives a compromising video involving an underage girl (“Dolly”) while with his daughter, but still appears on TV to push for a new audit, warning Whitney not to corner him and implying he could expose Whitney. Henry fires an auditor and tries to assert control as CEO, while Whitney continues drafting a “Dear Henry” letter about a “hole in the bucket,” revealed as a cash-flow/shortfall problem. The episode culminates in Eric meeting Harper with a lawyer present; he asks only for his original investment back to be put in trusts for his daughters if the short pays off, suggesting he may be planning to exit entirely. Eric admits he felt genuine pride watching Sweetpea, more than he expected he could feel, and the final image of him walking alone fuels Victor and Darren's concern about possible suicide or at least Eric's departure from the show. They close by anticipating two remaining Industry episodes, the A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms finale, and the upcoming launch of Paradise, while noting Darren will be traveling and will catch up later. 00:00 Welcome & What We're Covering This Week (Industry, The Pit, Drops of God, Nolan Rewatch) 02:36 Why This Week's Industry Episode ‘Dear Henry' Feels Like a Finale 03:20 Tender as a Ponzi: Looking for Real-World Analogs 05:24 FTX Explained: The Circular Token House of Cards 10:27 Wirecard: The Closer European Parallel (Fraud, Audits, Politics) 18:26 More Scams & Money Laundering Threads: Theranos, Ghana, and Beyond 19:59 What Industry Is Really Saying: The Emptiness of Wealth Culture 23:49 Darren Joins: Quick Detour Into the New GoT Prequel ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' 39:41 Back to Industry: First Impressions, Then Scene-by-Scene Breakdown Begins (Yasmin & Harper) 42:46 Yasmin vs. Harper: Self-Made Power vs. Riding Coattails 43:32 Trailer Talk: Are Harper & Yasmin Two Sides of the Same Coin? 45:48 Whitney's Shower Ambush & the ‘Hole in the Bucket' Letter 49:44 Boarding School ‘Experimentation' and Henry's Growing Suspicion 52:12 Whitney's Intimate Manipulation: Touch, Jealousy, and Control 57:03 Political Satire + Real-World Scam Parallels (FTX, Wirecard, Theranos) 01:01:35 ‘Too Big to Fail' Lies: Can a Fake World Hold Together? 01:03:06 Clubbing, Relapse Energy, and Henry's Night Spirals 01:05:53 Was Jim's Overdose a Setup? Russian Operatives and Higher Powers 01:08:36 Whitney Unmasked: Fake Identity, Ripley Vibes, and Being ‘Nothing' 01:13:39 Sweetpea's Alpha Conference Bombshell: Tender Is Worth Zero 01:16:57 Accra Whistleblower Meeting Goes Sideways + Hailey Reveal & Sex Tapes 01:20:00 Hailey's Agency-Girl Reveal & Missing Escort Mystery 01:21:32 Hailey Reads Whitney: Try-Hard Conman Energy 01:23:14 Escape Hatches & Suicide Hints Start Creeping In 01:23:59 Ferdinand's Info Dump: Russian Operatives Behind the Scheme 01:27:04 Eric's Blackmail Text: The Dolly Video Bombshell 01:29:39 CNN Showdown: Eric Forces the Audit and Shakes the House of Cards 01:33:09 Henry as CEO: Firing the Auditor & the ‘Dear Henry' Letter Trap 01:37:37 Hailey Warns Yasmin: Access, Exploitation, and Epstein Parallels 01:45:51 Eric's Final Meeting with Harper: Trust Fund Request & Devastating Exit 01:51:10 Wrap-Up: Class Tension, Finale Speculation, and Sign-Off
The most interesting woman at the Olympics, U.S. luger Sophia Kirkby, sits down with Sarah in Cortina to discuss her luge origin story, making her own pins to trade at the Games, carrying her dad’s memory with her when she competes, and proclaiming herself the most eligible bachelorette in the Olympic Village (we get all the tea on her many dates!). Plus, hear from bobsledder Elana Meyers Taylor after her gold medal win and get a lesson in sliding sports from Ken Childs. And Stewie makes a statement, talking to strangers, and a hockey choose-your-own adventure. You can watch Tender, the new women’s hockey documentary, here. You can find Sophia’s handmade Olympic pins here. Follow Ken Childs on Instagram here. You can find Ken’s site dedicated to bobsled, skeleton and luge coverage here. The full Milan-Cortina Olympic schedule is here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky:@biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tender rejections just jumped, rates are wobbling instead of sliding, and the market is starting to look less like “winter lull” and more like a reset. On this week's episode of Transfix Take, host Jenni Ruiz sits down with Justin Maze (NFI Industries) to break down what's driving the sudden capacity squeeze, what it means for RFP season, and where pricing is likely to land as we head into late February. In this episode, we cover: • Why tender rejections climbed to ~14% and what's behind the tightening (including high-visibility enforcement and safety actions that can take capacity off the road) • The current national average linehaul sitting around $2.10/mile (lengths of haul 200+ miles), plus the added pressure of rising fuel • Fresh retail spending signals and what they could mean for inventory strategy and freight demand • A weather watch shift to the West Coast, as California storms bring flooding, mudslides, and pass closures risk • Regional rate moves and where volatility is cooling vs. lingering Plus: we “dust off the crystal ball” to talk where tender rejections may head next week as negotiations and new rates get set for the 2026 baseline. Subscribe for weekly market updates, and if you're in the thick of RFPs right now, this one's your mid-Feb pulse check. -- Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Transfix, Inc. or any parent companies or affiliates or the companies with which the participants are affiliated, and may have been previously disseminated by them. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are based upon information considered reliable, but neither Transfix, Inc. nor its affiliates, nor the companies with which such participants are affiliated, warrant its completeness or accuracy, and it should not be relied upon as such. All such views and opinions are subject to change.
78% of trade contractors are already using AI.Yeah, you read that right. The industry everyone calls "slow to adopt tech" is actually out front leading the way.In today's episode of Bricks & Bytes, we had Colin Piper, CMO of BuildOps, and we got to learn about what it actually takes to market in construction tech, why no one was building software for the trades until now, and what 600 trade contractors revealed about AI adoption in their businesses... and many more!Tune in to find out about:✅ How BuildOps became a unicorn by solving a problem everyone else ignored building software specifically for MEP trade contractors✅ The real reason trade contractors aren't adopting AI faster (spoiler: it's not fear, it's training)✅ Why some trade contractors are now hiring data scientists and operating like mini software companies✅ The marketing playbook behind scaling a construction tech startup from brand awareness all the way through to closed dealsWhether you're in the trades, selling to the trades, or just trying to understand where construction tech is actually heading this one's worth your time.
Send a textRecap & Breakdown of HBO's Industry season 4 episode 6,Harper launches her assault on Tender at the Alpha Conference, delivering a devastating short thesis complete with a DCF analysis and sum-of-the-parts valuation. We break down every piece of the finance, from enterprise value vs. equity value, what a price target of zero really means, and the real-world fraud parallels to Enron, Valiant, and Luckin Coffee. We also discuss why Tender's "convertible bond" is actually a putable bond (a la Succession Season 1). Meanwhile, Whitney's relationship with Henry takes some deeply unsettling turns, and cracks in Tender's armor start showing from directions nobody expected. The episode's biggest revelations reshape everything we thought we knew, which would have been unbelievable had it not come directly from the Wirecard scandal. A bunch of our theories come true but sadly...and we discuss new theories and hopes given a shocking exit by one of our characters. With only two episodes left this season, the battle lines are drawn. Whether you're here for the finance masterclass or the character drama, this one has it all.Did you know we have a 25-hour Investment Banking & Private Equity Fundamentals self study that covers exactly what new hires get when they start on Wall Street? Step-by-step modeling, valuation, accounting, and more, delivered by Kristen who taught this exact content at firms including Blackstone, Morgan Stanley and more for over a decade. Check it out here: https://thewallstreetskinny.com/investment-banking-private-equity-fundamentals/#investment-bankingFor a 14 day FREE Trial of Macabacus, click HERE Visit https://iconnections.io/ to learn more about iConnections!Shop our Self Paced Courses: Investment Banking & Private Equity Fundamentals HEREFixed Income Sales & Trading HERE Wealthfront.com/wss. This is a paid endorsement for Wealthfront. May not reflect others' experiences. Similar outcomes not guaranteed. Wealthfront Brokerage is not a bank. Rate subject to change. Promo terms apply. If eligible for the boosted rate of 4.15% offered in connection with this promo, the boosted rate is also subject to change if base rate decreases during the 3 month promo period.The Cash Account, which is not a deposit account, is offered by Wealthfront Brokerage LLC ("Wealthfront Brokerage"), Member FINRA/SIPC. Wealthfront Brokerage is not a bank. The Annual Percentage Yield ("APY") on cash deposits as of 11/7/25, is representative, requires no minimum, and may change at any time. The APY reflects the weighted average of deposit balances at participating Program Banks, which are not allocated equally. Wealthfront Brokerage sweeps cash balances to Program Banks, where they earn the variable APY. Sources HERE.
You can quote Sun Tzu all you want, but there's no art to this. Your options are nonexistent. Your failures as a man, mentor, father and partner have been revealed back to you in unglorious 4K. You're already dead, Mr. Tao, what you do now is for your daughter.Bankole, Eyo & Ebube are back, live on CNN, to discuss what may be the best ever episode of HBO's 'Industry'? They discuss the show giving them new feelings 30 episodes in, Eric's dilemma and decision, a very emotional scene and oh, just the entire Tender plotline making us fear for our lives. (02:24) - Intro(5:15) - Listener Questions & Comments(12:05) - Episode 6 Discussion & Analysis(1:33:00) - What else we're watching You can support us here.Also Available on YouTube.Host: Bankole Imoukhuede Guests: Ebube Ubochi and Eyo NdemProduction by: Bankole Imoukhuede
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Send a textInvest in pre-IPO stocks with AG Dillon & Co. Contact aaron.dillon@agdillon.com to learn more. Financial advisors only. www.agdillon.com00:00 - Intro00:15 - OpenClaw Own the Memory File Thesis02:37 - Anthropic $30B Series G, $380B Valuation03:35 - Stripe Tender at $140B While Secondary Prints $151B04:24 - Databricks $5B Equity at $134B and $2B Debt Capacity05:23 - Harvey Talking $200M at $11B Up 38% From December06:28 - Runway $315M at $5.3B Up 75% in Under 1 Year07:37 - Apptronik Series A Reopened to $935M Total08:32 - Modal Labs Discussed $2.5B Valuation Up 127% vs Recent Series B09:22 - Gather AI $40M Series B for Warehouse Vision and Drones10:31 - Simile $100M for AI Digital Twins With Brand Heavy Roster11:30 - Erebor Bank National Charter and $635M Capital With 12% Requirement12:45 - MrBeast Beast Industries Buys Fintech Step13:42 - SpaceX Moon City Under 10 Years and Mars Still on the Roadmap15:13 - Monaco Launches With $35M Raised for AI and Service Sales Model16:26 - xAI Reorg Into 4 Areas and Colossus Expands Toward 2GW17:54 - X Hits $1B ARR From Subscriptions With $3 to $40 Pricing
In Episode 176 of The Liquidity Event, Shane is joined by Brooklyn Fi Senior Financial Planner Kody Sherlund to unpack a mix of personal finance headlines and real-world planning questions. They kick things off with an IRS agent who moonlights as an NFL referee and what that says about modern "two-job" America. Then they break down what happens when a 529 plan is overfunded, whether insider stock purchases are actually a bullish signal, and why diversification still matters even when markets feel unpredictable. The episode also covers Anthropic's reported $300B valuation and employee tender offer, including what to consider before selling private company shares. Finally, they tackle a Reddit question: can a couple earning $750K–$850K afford a $1.8M home in the NYC suburbs? Key Time Stamps: 00:00 – Welcome + Episode Overview 00:34 – Shane & Kody intro 06:19 – IRS agent who's also an NFL referee 09:45 – What happens when you overfund a 529 plan 15:16 – Rethinking standard investment advice? 20:12 – Can you "beat" the market long term? 21:25 – Do insider stock purchases actually signal upside? 26:40 – Anthropic's $300B valuation & employee tender offer 27:47 – What to consider before selling private shares 32:22 – Can you afford a $1.8M home on $750K income?
“Eyes Without a Face” is a game-changer. Industry Season 4, Episode 5 takes us from the sterile suites of SternTao to the dusty warehouses of Ghana, where Sweetpea (Miriam Petche) and Kwabena (Toheeb Jimoh) go deep into Tender's shady expansion claims—and uncover what may be the fintech's fatal flaw. Meanwhile, Harper (Myha'la) and Eric (Ken Leung) spiral in their own toxic dance of ambition, grief, and dysfunction.This episode has it all: corporate fraud, physical violence, a potentially explosive whistleblower, and the long-awaited emotional payoff between Industry's most iconic duo. Brandon & Chanel are here to break it all down—from the brutal truths of capitalism to the bloodied bathroom floors of Accra.
Today we're discussing Tender Prey by Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds. This is one of Nick Cave's most legendary albums for the simple fact that it contains "The Mercy Seat," his most famous song (also covered by Johnny Cash). But there's so much more to it. The substance abuse and subsequence chaos behind the scenes, the strange production style, and the eclectic songwriting make this one of Nick Cave's absolute weirdest albums. Intro 00:00 The Making of/Dissecting the Music 3:21 Closing Thoughts/Outro 58:28 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Join the Patreon, it rules: https://www.patreon.com/everyalbumever Mike's music: Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple, Mike on Instagram @pandermonkey Tom on Instagram @tomosmansounds Tom Osman's stuff: Music on Spotify, Apple, Website Podcast on Spotify, YouTube ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
In this episode of 'Need Some Introduction,' hosts Victor and Darren discuss the fifth episode of Season four of 'Industry,' titled 'Eyes Without a Face.' They explore the intense dynamics between Harper and Eric, Harper's recent personal loss, and the shocking revelations about the Tender corporation. They dive into Sweet Pea's determination and ordeal in Ghana which uncovers a massive financial sham behind Tender. The episode also touches on the emotional and transactional complexities of relationships, making for a fascinating discussion. Additional conversations include insights into recent entertainment such as 'Send Help' and reflections on family dynamics. mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:16 Karaoke and Billy Idol Discussion 00:56 Super Bowl and Olympics Weekend 01:18 ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' Is Worth it 03:15 ‘Wonder Man' and Marvel TV Shows 05:34 Super Bowl Trailers and Halftime Show 06:39 NFL and American Football Discussion 08:43 Catherine O'Hara Tribute 11:41 ‘Industry' Episode Analysis: Jim's Death 14:52 Harper and Eric's Complex Relationship 26:08 Parenting Reflections and Personal Insights 42:49 Exploring Harper's Mysterious Backstory 44:54 Sweet Pea's Detective Mission in Ghana 46:19 The Punch and Its Aftermath 50:53 Industry's Unique Take on Sex and Power 53:27 Harper's Fraudulent Plan 54:01 Unraveling the Tender Enterprise 01:00:28 Eric's Family Drama 01:03:01 Sweet Pea's Triumph and Breakdown 01:07:43 ‘Send Help': A Fun Film Review 01:14:12 Australian Academy Awards Discussion
"It took us seven seconds to know that acquiring Genda was the right move."That's what Aviv Leibovici, CPO of Buildots, told us about the moment the deal clicked.In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, we had Aviv Leibovici from Buildots and Erez Dror, founder of Genda, and we got to learn about why Buildots acquired Genda, how combining visual progress data with workforce tracking creates what they call "productivity intelligence," why the best field data will be the new oil for AI in construction, and the hard truths about building products in this industry... and many more!Tune in to find out about:✅ Why knowing what was built is only half the picture and how workforce data completes the construction puzzle✅ How Genda got tens of thousands of construction workers to voluntarily use an app that tracks their location (the answer is genius)✅ The real reason projects delay and why GCs blaming owner changes is only part of the story✅ Why studying your customers matters more than just listening to them and how both founders approach product development differently than most
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$300 billion wiped from software stocks in a single week. Is SaaS officially dead or is this the buying opportunity of a decade?In this episode of Bricks, Bucks & Bytes, Owen, Patric, Dustin, and Martin break down the so-called "SaaSpocalypse" rocking global markets, welcome back Bedrock CTO Kevin Peterson fresh off a massive $270M Series B that puts his autonomous excavator company into unicorn territory, and dissect the hilarious beef between Anthropic and OpenAI playing out on the Super Bowl stage.Topics discussed:The $300B+ SaaS valuation crash and whether it's a death sentence or a market correction back to normalWhy software engineers are now "juicing" with AI coding tools and what that means for the industryBedrock's journey from Series A to unicorn status, their autonomous excavators on real job sites, and why Google's Capital G is backing themWhere smart money is moving as investors flee software stocks (hint: Europe is winning)Anthropic's brilliant Super Bowl ad mocking OpenAI's plan to put ads in ChatGPT and Sam Altman's salty response38% of Stanford students claiming disability for perks and what it says about elite institutions
Host Meg Wolitzer presents two stories that demonstrate the ways in which characters—like all of us—can play many different roles in one another's lives, and in the world around us. Cherline Bazile's “Tender,” which guest editor Min Jin Lee included in Best American Short Stories 2023, reflects the contradictory nature of friendship. It's read by Anna Uzele. And our second story, Grace Paley's “The Contest,” reflects the contradictory nature of courtship, as the bewildered narrator is alternatively flattered and bullied by a girl with way more on the ball than he has.He tells us so himself, in the voice of actor Justin Bartha. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode of Two Pastors and a Mic, we keep walking out what we're calling the 2:6 Life - Anyone who claims to live in Him must live as Jesus did” (1 John 2:6). And today we go straight into a tension a lot of us feel after deconstruction, church hurt, or betrayal:How do you protect your heart…without closing it off completely?Because for many of us, cynicism starts to feel like wisdom. It promises we won't be surprised again, disappointed again, or fooled again. But over time, cynicism doesn't just guard the wound—it can quietly starve the heart: connection, wonder, curiosity, hope.So we talk about the difference between:Discernment vs. distancingWise boundaries vs. emotional retreatSelf-protection vs. staying tenderAnd we get super practical with real-life examples—how cynicism shows up in relationships, leadership, church spaces, and even the way we interpret “good” stories. We also give a few ways to stay tender without being naive—because tenderness isn't fragility… it's availability (with boundaries).If you've ever felt yourself growing colder, pulling back, or assuming the worst just to stay safe… this one's for you.00:00 - Welcome to Two Pastors and a Mic (Episode 264)00:46 - The 2:6 Life Theme: Living Like Jesus (1 John 2:6)01:33 - Quick Recap: Deconstruction + Feeling Stuck02:09 - Today's Topic: Protect Your Heart Without Closing It03:10 - Cynicism vs Tenderness: The Heart Posture Tension04:37 - Why Cynicism Creeps In After Church Hurt05:50 - Discernment or Cynicism? Processing the Difference07:19 - What Cynicism Promises: No Surprise, No Disappointment, No Fooling08:21 - Real-Life Example: “What's the Catch?” When Good Things Happen10:33 - Discernment vs Distancing: Staying Present vs Staying Safe11:46 - How Hearts Harden: Disappointment Fatigue13:50 - Polished Answers + Emotional Retreat (Not Strength)14:13 - Why Tenderness Feels Dangerous After Betrayal15:53 - Tenderness Isn't Fragility: It's Availability + Boundaries16:31 - Real-Life Example: Naming Hurt Calmly Instead of Disappearing17:42 - Tenderness Heals: Cynicism Shrinks, Tenderness Expands19:35 - Practical Steps: Stay Curious Longer Than Certain21:01 - Let Disappointment Teach You, Not Define You21:37 - Speak Honestly Without Rehearsing Your Exit22:28 - Counseling Story: One Foot In, One Foot Out24:05 - The Invitation: Stay Reachable to Goodness Again24:52 - Tenderness + Boundaries: Wise Without Being Cold25:40 - Next Week Tease: Trusting God and Trusting Yourself Again25:54 - Wrap-Up: Cynicism Robs Connection
Winter didn't just show up, it kicked the door in. ❄️ This week on The Transfix Take, Jenni Ruiz sits down with NFI Industries market expert Justin Maze to unpack how weather disruption is rippling across the country, pushing tender rejections to a multi-year high and sending the national average linehaul rate back above holiday-volatility levels. From the Fed holding off on rate cuts, to a muted Lunar New Year demand outlook, to regional hot spots flaring up (hello, Southeast and Northeast), this episode is a fast, practical rundown of what's moving freight right now and what to watch next. In this episode: • Tender rejections surge above ~13%, the highest since the post-COVID period • National average linehaul rate jumps to $2.06/mi (hauls 200+ miles), up from $1.94 last week • Diesel ticks up after a long stretch of declines (first increases since Nov 2025) • Weather-driven volatility: snow/backlogs in the Carolinas and parts of the Northeast, plus a wet-then-frozen setup in Atlanta midweek New episodes weekly. Follow to stay ahead of the freight market before it does that thing where it changes its mind overnight.
Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts | SpotifyHey all, Jason here.Alex Johnson, creator of the Fintech Takes newsletter, and I are happy to bring you the latest episode of our monthly podcast, Fintech Recap, where we unpack some of the biggest stories in fintech, banking, and crypto.In this episode, Alex and I had the chance to discuss:* The HBO drama “Industry” tackles banking and fintech and it gets dark (SPOILER WARNING)* Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong rug pulls crypto market structure legislation* Are proposals for a 10% credit card cap and the re-emergence of the Credit Card Competition Act mere bargaining chips?* Affirm applies for an ILC charter* Capital One to acquire expense management and corp card startup Brex* And, as always, what Alex and I just can't let go of Get full access to Fintech Business Weekly at fintechbusinessweekly.substack.com/subscribe
"Not a single one of us gets out of this alive." Welcome to Industry Season 4, Episode 4 — an hour where careers ascend, alliances shift, and James Dycker's nose hits the floor harder than Tender stock should. In “1000 Yoots, 1 Marilyn,” Yasmin and Hayley climb the Tender ladder while Dycker and Rishi spiral into oblivion. Brandon & Chanel break down the most chaotic episode yet of Industry's razor-sharp fourth season.In this week's recap, we unpack:
In this episode, the guys tackle two real-life ministry situations pastors face all the time:1) What do you do with the church member who constantly needs your attention—daily messages, constant crises, and an emotional drain that starts affecting your ministry and your family?2) What do you say to the person preaching their very first sermon who feels unqualified, nervous, and unsure where to start?We talk boundaries, access, expectations, pastoral care vs. professional counseling, and how to prep your first message with clarity and faithfulness.Timestamps:0:00 Intro + frozen Chicago river banter0:50 Today's two questions1:07 Q1 — “That one member” who constantly needs your attention1:55 Diagnose the situation: real need vs. unhealthy access6:14 Standing meetings + boundaries that actually work8:03 Tender vs. tough (and what to expect when you set limits)11:04 Systems that protect you (and why access changes everything)14:38 Pastoral care limits + when to refer out15:31 Watch your own heart: codependency and the “needed” trap19:37 Ad — Practically Pastoring Conference21:22 Ad — Church Merch23:00 Q2 — “I'm preaching for the first time… where do I start?”24:07 Prep basics: start with a text, one big idea, rehearse out loud30:30 Simple sermon frameworks that help you stay clear34:05 Encouragement story + God using imperfect messengers39:05 First-sermon mistakes (and practical tips you'll thank us for)41:31 The main goal: you've “been with Jesus”42:53 Closing + conference reminder43:34 OutroResources mentioned:- Boundaries (Henry Cloud & John Townsend)Practically Pastoring Conference:https://practicallypastoring.com/conferenceLinks from the show:
Send us a textPerhaps the most painful and disturbing episode of Industry yet, this episode asks uncomfortable questions about the way easy access --- whether it be to high finance, drugs, or illicit content online --- reduces human experience to abstraction in a way that causes us all to be disassociated from our own lives. We see shifts in power in the C-suite at Tender that transform our triangles of love and control. Yasmin's position becomes nominally elevated, and she advocates for Hayley's promotion, but is ultimately left wondering who's manipulating whom in their relationship. And while she thought she was at the head of the love triangle with Hayley and Henry, we start to suspect that the real love triangle exists instead between the Mucks and Whitney, with Whitney at the helm. Whitney has also figured out how to maneuver Henry into effectively doing his bidding, helping him successfully navigate the launch of Tender's new app. Also, Pierpoint is back, and we get into the finer points of convertible bond issuance vs. "cocos". Finally, we see the paths of Jim Dycker and Rishi take a dark turn and ultimately collide. An off-the-cuff remark made by Dycker in the opening seconds about philosopher Soren Kierkegaard comes home to roost as these characters confront dark truths about themselves, culminating in a "leap of faith" that leaves us all hanging on the edge of our seats.Shop our Self Paced Courses: Investment Banking & Private Equity Fundamentals HEREFixed Income Sales & Trading HERE Wealthfront.com/wss. This is a paid endorsement for Wealthfront. May not reflect others' experiences. Similar outcomes not guaranteed. Wealthfront Brokerage is not a bank. Rate subject to change. Promo terms apply. If eligible for the boosted rate of 4.15% offered in connection with this promo, the boosted rate is also subject to change if base rate decreases during the 3 month promo period.The Cash Account, which is not a deposit account, is offered by Wealthfront Brokerage LLC ("Wealthfront Brokerage"), Member FINRA/SIPC. Wealthfront Brokerage is not a bank. The Annual Percentage Yield ("APY") on cash deposits as of 11/7/25, is representative, requires no minimum, and may change at any time. The APY reflects the weighted average of deposit balances at participating Program Banks, which are not allocated equally. Wealthfront Brokerage sweeps cash balances to Program Banks, where they earn the variable APY. Sources HERE.
A massive winter storm shakes up the freight market—and Craig Fuller and Matt Leffler break down why this one matters. Tender rejection rates spike above 12%, signaling tightening capacity and a potential inflection point for carriers. The hosts unpack why weather often acts as the catalyst that finally tips a soft market into a crunch, and whether this disruption could mark the beginning of a more sustained recovery. Along the way, they dig into rising M&A activity across trucking and brokerage, from major carrier acquisitions to growing momentum around IPOs and private equity exits. The conversation also veers (as it often does) into sales models, parcel and LTL strategies, demographic shifts, and the surprising ways culture, technology, and human behavior ripple into freight markets. Follow the Freight Expectations Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
“Don’t judge.” It’s one of the most quoted — and most misunderstood — sayings of Jesus. In this episode, we return to the Sermon on the Mount to explore what Jesus really meant in Matthew 7. Rather than calling us to blind acceptance or harsh criticism, Jesus exposes our tendency toward a destructive, hypocritical spirit and invites us into something better: humble self-examination, clear-eyed discernment, and tender care for others. Discover how the grace of Christ frees us from being “beam-in-the-eye” people and forms us into a community marked not by judgment, but by mercy.
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BONUS cross pod w/ our pals at Tender Subject This week on Tender Subject, we are joined by comedian Jake Flores and writer J †Johnson to talk Frankenstein. We dissect the book and the 2025 film through queer and Marxist theory and get into why the film often let us down. Media referenced: Frankenstein by Mary Shelley Skin Shows: Gothic Horror and the Technology of Monsters by J Halberstam Capitalism: A Horror Story by Jon Greenaway J †Johnson is the co-editor of Cul de Sac of Blood, a horror poetics journal and the author of two books with Punctum Books. Their forthcoming book, Janky Materiality will also be published by Punctum. Kayte is also a co-host on Fangs for the Memories and makes art here.
Everyone's pitching. Everyone's posturing. And everyone's got something to lose. In Industry Season 4, Episode 3 (“Habseligkeiten”), the tension ratchets up on both sides of the Atlantic as Harper and Yasmin maneuver through billion-dollar deals, media manipulation, and high-stakes personal drama. The theme? Sell it or sink.Brandon & Chanel break down this packed episode:Harper and Eric pitch SternTao to high-net-worth investors — and walk away with $90M (but at what cost?)Sweetpea brings the receipts (again!) — only to face Rishi, a box of shady Tender transactions, and major betrayalYasmin and Henry schmooze their way through a decadent Austrian merger mission — with Nazis, nepotism, and op-eds on “benevolent dictatorship”That final painting reveal? Hitler. Yes, really.Hayley confesses she slept with Dycker, the FinDigest journalist… and Yasmin's reaction? ChillingHarper's spinning: fights with Kwabena, fights with Eric, fights with everyone — and “Orinoco Flow” is on blastThe Jeffrey scene is pure procedural gold — and quietly one of the most haunting discoveries in the series so farHenry's pitch to Bevan goes better than expected, but merger turbulence is comingYasmin & Hayley's tension (and seduction?) brews in the background — and might be the next powder kegKenny's back! And still waxing poetic about sell-side servitudeThis might be Industry's most layered, morally grey, and narratively sharp episode yet. There are Nazis in castles, billionaires peddling trauma, women doing deals in the woods, and Harper spinning out in a haze of cigarettes, short positions, and heartbreak. Industry Season 4 is in peak form — and Brandon & Chanel are here for every backstab and Bloomberg terminal refresh.
In this episode Victor breaks down the latest episode of Industry. The Avengers of shorting Tender have finally united and Eric's (spacious) hotel room gets more and more crowded. A breadcrumb trail of shady financial transactions may be leading to a smoking gun against Tender. And, Harper gets triggered by a twin. On the Tender side, the crew has to win over the favor of both a Nazi and the Labour Party. Yasmin slurps oysters (and other things). Before all of that, some brief comments on the, so far excellent, 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com discussing the third episode of 'The Pitt', 'Hour 3' as well as the premiere of the second season of 'Drops of God' on Apple TV. The episode dives into the unfolding cases in 'The Pitt', such as the resolution of the daughter's bleeding disorder, a surprising brain tumor diagnosis, and the consequences of a racing family's pharmaceutical habits. Special mention is given to ongoing and unresolved cases, building tension and anticipation for upcoming episodes. Additionally, 'Drops of God's' new season introduces promising new narratives for Camille and Issei as they seek to define their own paths. Victor also provides context and commentary upon the recent Academy Award nominations, discuss potential snubs, and provide insights on the nominated films and where to watch them. With a detailed discussion of character developments, unexpected medical cases, and future storylines, this episode provides a thorough analysis of both shows while setting the stage for eagerly awaited plot progressions. mailto:needssomeintroduction@gmail.com 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 01:14 Recommendation: 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' 10:20 'Industry' Episode 3 Recap 40:20 The Slurp heard round the world 45:30 The Stakes for the Season
Send us a textWe are BACK with one of the most dense, finance-forward, darkly entertaining episodes of Industry YET. With a title that evokes the theme of "belongings", this episode is all about who belongs in which rooms, who belongs to whom when it comes to control, and what are our characters willing to sacrifice to ultimately get what they want.We see Eric and Harper's short-only hedge fund struggling to get enough investor buy-in to get off the ground. As Jim Dycker prepares to publish his allegations about Tender's murky payments business, the episode leans hard into the real risks of short-selling; being right doesn't matter unless you have timing, proof, and a story the market believes. We unpack the real history of infamous shorts gone awry with the Ackman/Icahn battle over Herbalife in a mini-history lesson you won't want to miss.But just as much as Harper wants money coming through the doors, she struggles to open up to Eric and Kwabena, both of whom seek closeness on a personal AND professional level. Will Harper ever be able to actually let anyone in? Perhaps Sweetpea, with her mutual love of ethically questionable investigations, is her only true soulmate.Meanwhile, Tender seeks to acquire an Austrian bank in order to backdoor a European banking license, and the C-suite is forced to confront a bad actor with fascist sympathies. Yasmin takes control of Henry, pushing him to weaponize his trauma, managing regulators through political and media pressure, and inserting herself into rooms where she clearly doesn't “belong.” In Vienna, what looks like a merger charm offensive veers into something darker, both for the company and Yasmin & Henry's marriage. This is where the title's meaning lands with a punch. In the world of Industry, money, morals, and people themselves have become possessions that can be claimed, traded, and taken away.Shop our Self Paced Courses: Investment Banking & Private Equity Fundamentals HEREFixed Income Sales & Trading HERE Wealthfront.com/wss. This is a paid endorsement for Wealthfront. May not reflect others' experiences. Similar outcomes not guaranteed. Wealthfront Brokerage is not a bank. Rate subject to change. Promo terms apply. If eligible for the boosted rate of 4.15% offered in connection with this promo, the boosted rate is also subject to change if base rate decreases during the 3 month promo period.The Cash Account, which is not a deposit account, is offered by Wealthfront Brokerage LLC ("Wealthfront Brokerage"), Member FINRA/SIPC. Wealthfront Brokerage is not a bank. The Annual Percentage Yield ("APY") on cash deposits as of 11/7/25, is representative, requires no minimum, and may change at any time. The APY reflects the weighted average of deposit balances at participating Program Banks, which are not allocated equally. Wealthfront Brokerage sweeps cash balances to Program Banks, where they earn the variable APY. Sources HERE.
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Send us a textHenry Muck is a key character in Season 4, and this episode gives us a much richer picture of who he actually is. In an unexpectedly cinematic, poetic installment that departs from our typical finance-driven fare, this episode plays like a haunting (both literal and emotional) centered around his character. We fill in the missing backstory of Henry and Yas' early engagement, early marriage, and his failed attempt to get a political career off the ground. But the mood shifts from public failure to private collapse, as Henry descends into an infantilized state of drug dependence and depression. Yasmin is thrust into the role of caretaker against her will, and we see their relationship framed in a new light, one that ultimately culminates in an epic confrontation. Both Yas and Henry are forced to confront the ghosts of their past: Henry's being the emotional inheritance of his father's suicide, and Yas being the twisted inheritance of her father and his sexual deviance.Will Yas be able to pull Henry out of his darkness by orchestrating a lifeline through a job at Tender? Or will Henry succumb to his genetic inheritance and take his own life? And will something better be born out of this union? Or is their union in fact going to birth something upon the world? Make sure you follow our NEW, DEDICATED YouTube channel where all of our Industry companion content will live! Head over to https://www.youtube.com/@HBOIndustryPodcast and hit subscribe now!Shop our Self Paced Courses: Investment Banking & Private Equity Fundamentals HEREFixed Income Sales & Trading HERE Wealthfront.com/wss. This is a paid endorsement for Wealthfront. May not reflect others' experiences. Similar outcomes not guaranteed. Wealthfront Brokerage is not a bank. Rate subject to change. Promo terms apply. If eligible for the boosted rate of 4.15% offered in connection with this promo, the boosted rate is also subject to change if base rate decreases during the 3 month promo period.The Cash Account, which is not a deposit account, is offered by Wealthfront Brokerage LLC ("Wealthfront Brokerage"), Member FINRA/SIPC. Wealthfront Brokerage is not a bank. The Annual Percentage Yield ("APY") on cash deposits as of 11/7/25, is representative, requires no minimum, and may change at any time. The APY reflects the weighted average of deposit balances at participating Program Banks, which are not allocated equally. Wealthfront Brokerage sweeps cash balances to Program Banks, where they earn the variable APY. Sources HERE.