The Wealth Effect

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Listen to a millionaire and everyday people share their stories and insights. Every two weeks, I have guests on, and we discuss various financial topics and share stories, concepts, and ideas. Pocket Byte episodes are where I share ideas and concepts that I find interesting. This show is not financial advice.

  1. Oil, AI, Jeans, and Tickets | Weekly Recap

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    Oil, AI, Jeans, and Tickets | Weekly Recap

    The world is running on a deficit, and the bill is coming due. In this week’s Friday Recap of The Wealth Effect, we break down a global energy market pushed to the brink. With the Strait of Hormuz effectively a ghost town, oil has spiked past $119, forcing a historic 400-million-barrel "Hail Mary" from the IEA. but is it enough to stop a "bullet wound" with a Band-Aid? We explore the ripple effects from industrial rationing in India to the skyrocketing fertilizer costs threatening your next grocery bill. Also in this episode: The Silicon Valley Standoff: Why the Trump administration just blacklisted Anthropic—an American AI powerhouse—and what it means for the future of "ethical" tech and military contracts. The Ticketmaster "Slap on the Wrist": The DOJ reached a surprise settlement, but 20 states are still ready for war. Is the monopoly actually over, or just getting a new coat of paint? Amazon’s Reality Check: After AI-generated code crippled the site, the era of "ship fast and fix later" is officially on a 90-day hiatus. Market Moves: Why Oracle is winning the "plumbing" war of the AI era, Petco’s 30% "self-help" rally, and how Fabletics is betting their future on the "denim wars." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    12 min
  2. The Big Nibble & The $40 Billion Bet | Weekly Recap

    9 MARS

    The Big Nibble & The $40 Billion Bet | Weekly Recap

    What happens when an $18 million-a-year CEO forgets how to eat a burger? This week, we’re breaking down the McDonald’s "Mc-Incident"—a masterclass in how not to do an Instagram ad—and why a "micro-bite" just handed the competition $18 million in free marketing. But it wasn't all burgers and memes. The global economy is feeling the heat as the "Golden Triangle" of luxury retail in the Middle East goes dark, while budget-friendly winners like Ross and Bath & Body Works prove that the "Lipstick Index" is back in a big way. In this episode: The Pika-Economy: Pokémon turns 30 and remains the undisputed heavyweight champion of media franchises. The Vanishing Public Company: Why there are 4,000 fewer stocks to buy than in the 90s, and how Robinhood’s new RVI fund is trying to let you into the "Private Party" with the likes of SpaceX and SpaceX. The Jobs Shock: February’s brutal "knock-down blow" to the labor market and why your summer flight might cost a fortune thanks to a $4.00 jet fuel crisis. The Great AI Pivot: GoPro attempts a 99%-decline Hail Mary by turning your vacation footage into AI training data, while SoftBank goes $40 billion "all-in" on OpenAI. March 1 - 9 , 2026 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    14 min
  3. The Monday Meltdown & The $1.2 Trillion AI Debt Trap | Weekly News

    2 MARS

    The Monday Meltdown & The $1.2 Trillion AI Debt Trap | Weekly News

    This week, the "sure bets" of the last decade are officially hitting a wall. We kick off with the Monday Meltdown, analyzing how IBM lost $31 billion in market value in a single day after Anthropic’s "Claude Code" threatened to dismantle the high-priced COBOL consulting that has protected IBM for 60 years. Is legacy tech finally facing its "extinction level event"? Then, we dive into the crackdown on prediction markets, where the "Wild West" era of insider trading is ending. From Kalshi banning MrBeast editors and political candidates to high-stakes arrests in Israel over military info leaks, the message is clear: the market isn't a digital casino anymore.  The Great Engagement Recession: Why 72% of gamers are stuck in "Forever Games" like Fortnite, leaving new $80 AAA titles to die in a black hole of attention. The Billion-Dollar Handshake: Netflix walks away from Warner Bros. Discovery, clearing the path for David Ellison to create "Para-Warner," the largest (and most debt-heavy) media behemoth in history. The $1.2 Trillion Question: We break down the AI Credit Crunch and why "circular funding" has banks sweating over a mountain of potentially toxic tech debt. Breaking News: As conflict erupts between the U.S., Israel, and Iran, we look at the immediate impact coming to your wallet—from $100-a-barrel oil to the shipping disruptions that could reignite global inflation. Feb 23 - 28, 2026 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    22 min
  4. AI and Toilets, Trillions, and The 100-Year Bet | Weekly News

    23 FÉVR.

    AI and Toilets, Trillions, and The 100-Year Bet | Weekly News

    Why is the company that makes your toilet suddenly a key player in the AI revolution? This week, we’re breaking down the "Storage Sell-Out" of 2026, why Amazon is the new king of revenue (but losing the war for your wallet), and the 100-year bond Google is betting its future on. Plus: The "Disclosure Directive"—is the government finally opening the UFO vaults? Feb 15 - Feb 21 2026 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    20 min
  5. Prediction Markets | Pocket Byte #43

    19 FÉVR.

    Prediction Markets | Pocket Byte #43

    Is it gambling? This week on The Wealth Effect, we’re diving into the world of Prediction Markets. From the blockchain-powered "rebel" Polymarket to the regulated "teacher’s pet" Kalshi, we explore why millions of dollars are being moved not on stocks, but on outcomes. Whether it’s inflation numbers, election results, or the next global conflict, these markets are proving that if you want the truth, you have to follow the money. In this episode, we break down: The Hayek Connection: Why a mid-20th-century Austrian economist predicted this exact moment in history. The 2026 "Guerrilla War": How states like Nevada and Connecticut are fighting the Feds over who gets to regulate your "economic derivatives." Polymarket vs. Kalshi: The rivalry tearing the industry apart—and how Donald Trump Jr. and the FBI ended up in the same script. Why Polls Fail and Markets Win: The "Skin in the Game" filter that makes markets move faster than the news cycle. The Rise of AI Trading Agents: How hedge funds are using LLMs to trade on events in 40 milliseconds. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    17 min
  6. Why Financial Advice Doesn't Works | Pocket Byte #42

    7 FÉVR.

    Why Financial Advice Doesn't Works | Pocket Byte #42

    This episode examines why people often ignore even good, free financial advice, focusing on psychological reasons like present bias, social signaling, and sensitivity to criticism. The host shares personal stories of offering help and one person who followed the advice and gained life-changing results. It highlights the long-term cost of prioritizing immediate enjoyment over early investing and argues that accepting financial guidance requires humility but can lead to greater control, freedom, and options in life. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    16 min
  7. Back of the Yards

    16 JANV.

    Back of the Yards

    This episode is about Back of the Yards on Chicago’s South Side. It’s an honest reflection on growing up surrounded by diminishing dreams. More than anything, this episode is about hope. where it comes from, what fuels it, and how it can be built from pain, anger, loss, or frustration. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    14 min
  8. 1 Year Anniversary

    17/12/2025

    1 Year Anniversary

    The Wealth Effect 1 Year Anniversary Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    6 min
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Listen to a millionaire and everyday people share their stories and insights. Every two weeks, I have guests on, and we discuss various financial topics and share stories, concepts, and ideas. Pocket Byte episodes are where I share ideas and concepts that I find interesting. This show is not financial advice.

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  • Création
    Green Moon
  • Années d’activité
    2024 - 2026
  • Épisodes
    61
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