After Earnings

The stock market has changed. Once dominated by a few huge players, a new wave of engaged retail investors have more influence than ever. After Earnings is the show that connects the modern investor with the executives and decision-makers who are shaping the markets. Join us as we bring the conversations that used to only be available to hedge fund managers to the rest of us.

  1. 1 Jun

    DraftKings CFO on Prediction Markets, the “Super App” & Sports Betting Integrity

    Ann Berry is joined by Alan Ellingson, CFO of DraftKings, to discuss how the company is navigating the rising popularity of prediction markets, its new “Super App” designed to let users seamlessly operate across jurisdictions, and how DraftKings is working to maintain integrity in sports betting. 00:00 Alan Ellingson, CFO of DraftKings, Joins00:38 Q1 earnings highlights: revenue, EBITDA, and profitability01:25 Prediction markets: threat or opportunity?02:53 Cannibalization concern: what the data actually shows03:34 Why sportsbook users aren't switching to prediction markets05:26 Prediction market regulation: CFTC rulemaking and legislative bans06:38 Market integrity: fighting insider trading and gaming the system07:58 The Super App: from seven apps to one unified platform09:33 Super App expansion: lotteries, horse racing, and what's next10:06 Could DraftKings move into stock trading?11:08 Rail Bird acquisition: building a prediction market exchange12:07 Ad break: KeyBank12:38 ESPN, NBC, and Amazon: the content partnership strategy14:19 What exclusive broadcast deals actually do for the bottom line15:06 League partnerships vs. broadcast deals: a disciplined approach16:14 State tax hikes: the regulatory landscape17:21 Black market competition: offshore sportsbooks and the tax disadvantage19:26 Cost-cutting and margin defense20:07 Path to 30% EBITDA margins21:26 Breaking down the balance sheet22:23 Prediction markets as a billion-dollar TAM opportunity22:43 Outro and upcoming episodes After Earnings is brought to you by Stakeholder Labs and Morning Brew. For more go to https://www.afterearnings.com Follow Us X: https://twitter.com/AfterEarningsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@AfterEarningsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/afterearnings_/ Reach Out Email: afterearnings@morningbrew.com $DKNG

  2. 18 May

    Duolingo CFO on the Going “Big" Strategy, AI Content Growth & Expanding Beyond Languages

    Ann Berry is joined by Gillian Munson, CFO of Duolingo to discuss the company's transformation as it pursues user growth over short-term revenue. They dive into Duolingo’s expansion beyond language learning, growth opportunities across Asia, and how AI is accelerating content production. Gillian also reflects on transitioning from Duolingo’s board to stepping into the CFO role.00:00 Gillian Munson, CFO of Duolingo, Joins01:47 Go big or go home: the strategy shift explained03:32 The cost of not swinging for a billion users04:05 Analyst skepticism addressed05:36 Shots on goal: product, Asia, and performance marketing07:28 Speaking features, AI ingredients, and learning outcomes08:00 Chess, math, and music as new growth vectors10:03 Asian language learners and China's English boom11:34 AI-powered content creation13:51 Where AI costs show up on the P&L14:42 Gross margin compression and investment guidance15:05 2026 guidance: bookings, revenue, and EBITDA targets16:18 The balance sheet: $1B+ cash and buyback strategy18:01 M&A appetite: tuck-ins vs. transformational deals19:34 Why Duolingo is staying software-focused20:43 Gillian's transition from board member to CFOAfter Earnings is brought to you by Stakeholder Labs and Morning Brew.For more go to https://www.afterearnings.comFollow UsX: https://twitter.com/AfterEarningsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@AfterEarningsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/afterearnings_/Reach OutEmail: afterearnings@morningbrew.com$DUOL

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The stock market has changed. Once dominated by a few huge players, a new wave of engaged retail investors have more influence than ever. After Earnings is the show that connects the modern investor with the executives and decision-makers who are shaping the markets. Join us as we bring the conversations that used to only be available to hedge fund managers to the rest of us.

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