The Real Eisman Playbook

Steve Eisman
  • 5.0 (1)
  • INVESTING
  • UPDATED WEEKLY

The Real Eisman Playbook is your front-row seat to the insights, strategies, and perspectives of legendary investor Steve Eisman. Best known for predicting the 2008 financial crisis, Steve brings his sharp analysis and no-nonsense approach to dissecting the markets, global economy, and investment trends shaping the future. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just curious about how the financial world really works, The Eisman Playbook delivers the knowledge you need to stay ahead. Tune in for expert commentary, candid conversations, and actionable takeaways from one of Wall Street’s most influential minds.

  1. 15 HRS AGO

    Apollo's Private Credit Exposure: Chris Edson Weighs In | The Real Eisman Playbook Ep 57

    Visit https://realeismanplaybook.com/ to sign up for our mailing list. On episode 57 of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman sits down with Chris Edson, partner and global head of origination at Apollo, to get a firsthand look at what's going on inside one of the world's largest private credit operations. Chris breaks down why Apollo's exposure to software is among the lowest in the industry and why the private credit panic in the press tells only a small part of a much larger story. 00:00 - Sign Up For Our Mailing List! 00:41 - Intro 02:18 - What is Going On with Private Credit? 09:25 - Apollo's Exposure to Software 11:41 - Apollo's Origination Platform 20:38 - The Top 3 Platforms 25:30 - Apollo's Competitors 28:35 - Is the Industry Getting Sloppy? 31:02 - Apollo's Biggest Criticism 33:53 - Potential Credit Cycle 37:34 - Credit Funds 40:05 - Transparency & Disclosure 41:35 - Closing Thoughts 42:45 - Outro Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    49 min

  2. 3 DAYS AGO

    Is a Recession Coming? What 100+ Companies Are Telling Us | The Weekly Wrap

    On this episode of The Weekly Wrap, Steve Eisman digs into one of the biggest earnings weeks of the year, covering over a hundred companies across industrials, software, healthcare, and homebuilders to answer the question everyone is asking: is a recession on the horizon? He also flags a major development in private credit, covers the battered health insurance sector, and shares why FICO's decades-long monopoly may finally be coming to an end. He also responds to two questions from viewers. Sign up for our mailing list here! https://realeismanplaybook.com/ 00:00 - Intro 01:57 - War in Iran Remains Opaque 02:25 - Private Credit Updates 03:30 - Airlines 03:55 - A Huge Week in Earnings 04:35 - Blackstone 05:58 - FICO 07:24 - Health Insurance 11:39 - Industrials 16:52 - Software 18:55 - Homebuilders 21:03 - Mailbag: A Government Debt Crisis 24:38 - Mailbag: The Recent AI/Software Selloff 29:55 - Outro Watch my Financial Literacy Masterclass video here: https://youtu.be/u8chA7LC8lU Watch my Masterclass on the 2008 Financial Crisis here: https://youtu.be/4bSCdJTbR8I Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    34 min

  3. 20 APR

    Market Patterns Work and Jeffrey Hirsch Explains Why | The Real Eisman Playbook Ep 56

    On episode 56 of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman sits down with Jeffrey Hirsch, author of the annual Stock Trader's Almanac. The two walk through the most important recurring patterns in the market while also discussing which patterns have stopped working, why Bitcoin has been a seasonal disappointment, and how human psychology ultimately drives market rhythms. 00:00 - Intro 01:35 - Story Behind The Stock Trader's Almanac 05:52 - Mid-Term Election Patterns 10:10 - Recurring Patterns 14:35 - Why Patterns Occur 23:45 - Sector Seasonality 27:02 - The January Effect 30:32 - Bitcoin 35:07 - Super Boom Pattern 40:18 - When the War Ends 43:04 - Private Credit 45:16 - Outro Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    50 min

  4. 17 APR

    Bank Earnings Are In: Here’s What They’re REALLY Saying About the U.S. Economy | The Weekly Wrap

    On this episode of The Weekly Wrap, Steve Eisman breaks down what the latest bank earnings reveal about the true state of the U.S. economy. He also covers rising geopolitical tensions with Iran, market reactions, and what it all means for investors. Plus, he answers viewer questions on private credit, regional banks, and the evolving risks tied to AI and software. 00:00 - Intro 01:27 - Why I Don't Provide Trading Ideas 02:30 - Iran Updates 03:37 - Banks Reporting 17:26 - Mailbag: Private Credit & Regional Banks 20:17 - Mailbag: High Yield, Current Spreads, & Credit Quality 22:30 - Mailbag: AI & Software 24:16 - Outro Watch my Financial Literacy Masterclass video here: https://youtu.be/u8chA7LC8lU Watch my Masterclass on the 2008 Financial Crisis here: https://youtu.be/4bSCdJTbR8I Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    28 min

  5. 14 APR

    John Spencer on What the Headlines Get Wrong About the Iran War | The Real Eisman Playbook Ep 55

    On episode 55 of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman sits down with retired U.S. Army officer John Spencer to discuss what is actually happening in the Iran war. John breaks down the four official objectives of the United States and also explores the broader geopolitical implications of the war. They also discuss the Iranian strategy, the Strait of Hormuz, NATO, and much more. 0:00:00 - Intro 0:02:50 - What's True and What's Not True? 0:10:00 - Where We're At Right Now 0:17:14 - Iran's Strategy 0:19:14 - The Strait of Hormuz 0:23:51 - The Official Objectives of the United States 0:37:45 - Israel's Objectives 0:41:16 - NATO 0:44:38 - Implications Beyond the Middle East 0:51:09 - Uranium 0:56:29 - Implications Within the Middle East 1:01:22 - The Final Word 1:02:31 - Outro Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 8min

  6. 13 APR

    Catching a Falling Knife: The Truth About Software Stocks Today | The Real Eisman Playbook Ep 54

    On episode 54 of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman sits down with Rob Oliver, software analyst at Baird, to break down why the software sector has been obliterated over the past year. Rob shares which companies he believes have the moat and innovation culture to make it through to the other side, and why despite valuations being cut in half, most software investors still aren't ready to buy. 00:00 - Intro 01:16 - History of the Software Sector & Where We're At Now 16:19 - What Makes a Successful Software Company Today? 18:10 - Looking Ahead Two Years 26:43 - How Far Has Valuation Fallen? 29:34 - Stock Based Compensation 33:14 - Vertical Software Companies 37:15 - Private Equity & Private Credit 43:05 - Feedback From the Buy Side 46:00 - AI Native Strategies 50:13 - Nobody Loves Software Right Now 54:21 - Outro Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    59 min

  7. 10 APR

    Q1 Market Recap: How Private Credit, AI, & War Have Dominated 2026 So Far | The Weekly Wrap

    On this episode of The Weekly Wrap, Steve Eisman breaks down everything that moved markets in Q1 2026 and examines how all sectors performed during the quarter. He also discusses the latest on the ceasefire in Iran, provides updates on private credit/private equity, and answers some mailbag questions from viewers. 00:00 - Intro 01:21 - Iran Updates: Trump's Threat, Ceasefire, & Oil Prices 02:27 - Growth in Private Equity 04:37 - More Bad News in Private Credit 06:00 - Finally Some Good News in Private Credit 06:55 - Q1 Market Recap 18:12 - Mailbag: Private Capital 18:54 - Mailbag: Meritage Homes 20:45 - Mailbag: What If Podcasts Were Around in 2007? 22:29 - Outro Watch my Financial Literacy Masterclass video here: https://youtu.be/u8chA7LC8lU Watch my Masterclass on the 2008 Financial Crisis here: https://youtu.be/4bSCdJTbR8I Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    25 min

  8. 6 APR

    Is Private Credit the Next Systemic Crisis? Steve Liesman Weighs In | The Real Eisman Playbook Ep 53

    On episode 53 of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman sits down with Steve Liesman to discuss whether private credit could become the next systemic crisis in the financial system. The conversation also explores war-driven oil shocks, uncertainty surrounding the Fed, and the resilience of the U.S. economy. 00:00 - Intro 02:26 - Oil Prices, Tariffs, & The Resilience of the US Economy 13:36 - Everything Going on with The Fed 28:15 - The Private Credit Situation 46:09 - The K-Shaped Economy 49:14 - Outro Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    49 min
See All (95)

Hosts & Guests

Ratings & Reviews

About

The Real Eisman Playbook is your front-row seat to the insights, strategies, and perspectives of legendary investor Steve Eisman. Best known for predicting the 2008 financial crisis, Steve brings his sharp analysis and no-nonsense approach to dissecting the markets, global economy, and investment trends shaping the future. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just curious about how the financial world really works, The Eisman Playbook delivers the knowledge you need to stay ahead. Tune in for expert commentary, candid conversations, and actionable takeaways from one of Wall Street’s most influential minds.

Information

  • Creator
    Steve Eisman
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    95
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman

You Might Also Like