The Higher Standard

Chris Naghibi
  • 4.9 (285)
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Updated Semiweekly

Welcome to the Higher Standard Podcast, where we give you ultra-premium, unfiltered truth when it comes to building your wealth and curating the lifestyle of your dreams. Your host; Chris Naghibi is here to help you distill the immense amount of information and disinformation out there on the interwebs and give you the opportunity to choose a higher standard for yourself. Sit back, relax your mind and get ready for a different kind of podcast where we elevate your baseline with crispy high-resolution audio. This isn't a different standard. It's the higher standard.

  1. 1d ago ·  Bonus Video

    THS LIVE | Live Coverage of the Fed Rate Decision & the Post-Decision Press Conference

    The Fed announces its decision at 11 AM PT, right as we go live, and the setup is ugly. Markets price under a 10% chance of a hike after September's first one in three years, but inflation has gotten worse since: September CPI hit 3.7%, and PCE is due tomorrow with the headline expected to jump to 3.7% from 3.4%. Traders already pencil in a December hike. Overnight the Bank of Canada hiked to 2.5% and said more could be needed, with oil as the driver. Brent has slid about 3.6% since Monday's show to $112.49 on Iran talks, yet it's still above $100 for 26 straight sessions. The 10-year sits at 5.03%, up 4bp since Monday. Warsh's press conference is the whole show. Tune in. 💥 Have you left your "honest ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️" review? This episode is proudly brought to you by Fridays. Because real wealth starts with your health. If you want to feel sharper, stronger, and more in control, visit joinfridays.com and use code HIGHER for an exclusive discount. 📩 NEWSLETTER: https://tr.ee/O6FWkv 👕 THS MERCH: http://www.thspod.com 🔗 Resources: Fed meeting live updates: No hike expected, but investors watching Warsh for what's next (CNBC) Fed meeting updates: FOMC expected to hold interest rates steady, with more hikes on the horizon (Business Insider) Bank of Canada Hikes to 2.5%, Says More Could Be Needed (Bloomberg Economics) Oil falls almost $2 as Middle East talks help ease supply worries (Reuters) 'U.S., Canada Working On Deal To Ease U.S. Tariffs On Canadian Steel And Auto Imports' - Reuters Exclusive (Benzinga News) ⚠️ Disclaimer: Please note that the content shared on this show is solely for entertainment purposes and should not be considered legal or investment advice or attributed to any company. The views and opinions expressed are personal and not reflective of any entity. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided, and listeners are urged to seek professional advice before making any legal or financial decisions. By listening to The Higher Standard podcast you agree to these terms, and the show, its hosts and employees are not liable for any consequences arising from your use of the content.

    THS LIVE | Live Coverage of the Fed Rate Decision & the Post-Decision Press Conference

  2. 2d ago ·  Video

    America Became a Casino: Kalshi, Polymarket, Pokémon Cards & the New Gambling Economy

    America didn’t just start gambling more. It turned everything into a wager. Americans lost roughly $165 billion to legal gambling in 2025—before Pokémon cards, same-day options, or prediction markets. In Episode 359, we connect Labubus, Rolexes, exotic cars, and trading-card mania to a squeezed consumer chasing shortcuts to wealth. From financial nihilism and the rise of Kalshi and Polymarket to Beanie Babies and Wall Street’s original bucket shops, history reveals a familiar pattern: speculation grows, the house collects its fees, and someone gets left holding the risk. What happens when the money runs out? 💥 Have you left your "honest ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️" review? This episode is proudly brought to you by Fridays. Because real wealth starts with your health. If you want to feel sharper, stronger, and more in control, visit joinfridays.com and use code HIGHER for an exclusive discount. 📩 NEWSLETTER: https://tr.ee/O6FWkv 👕 THS MERCH: http://www.thspod.com 🔗 Resources: 2026 Planning & Progress Study — Financial Nihilism, Generational Wealth & Speculative Investing (Northwestern Mutual) The State of Pokémon Card Prices, 2025–2026 — Vintage Appreciation, Modern Card Losses & Market Trends (TopVault) The 2026 Collector Car Market Has a Strong Top End, but a Soft Underbelly (Hagerty) Prediction Market Trading Volume Doubled Between May and July, Largely Driven by Sports (Pew Research Center) Flaherty v. KalshiEX, LLC — Case No. 26-299: Sports Betting, Event Contracts & Federal Regulation (Supreme Court of the United States) ⚠️ Disclaimer: Please note that the content shared on this show is solely for entertainment purposes and should not be considered legal or investment advice or attributed to any company. The views and opinions expressed are personal and not reflective of any entity. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided, and listeners are urged to seek professional advice before making any legal or financial decisions. By listening to The Higher Standard podcast you agree to these terms, and the show, its hosts and employees are not liable for any consequences arising from your use of the content.

    America Became a Casino: Kalshi, Polymarket, Pokémon Cards & the New Gambling Economy

  3. 2d ago ·  Bonus Video

    THS LIVE | Anthropic Files for IPO, Meta Plans $95B Raise & Tesla & SpaceX Merger Talk

    The AI arms race just entered a new phase. Anthropic officially filed for its IPO, revealing the extraordinary economics and capital demands behind one of AI's biggest players. Meta is preparing to raise up to $95 billion in fresh equity to keep its AI expansion alive, raising questions about dilution, debt and who's financing the boom. Meanwhile, Tesla is surging after Barclays upgraded the stock and raised its price target to $450, citing a potential merger with SpaceX. Add Wednesday's Fed decision, September CPI at 3.7%, a massive week of megacap earnings and Treasury yields hovering near 5%, and Wall Street faces a critical test of risk appetite. We connect the dots live. 💥 Have you left your "honest ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️" review? This episode is proudly brought to you by Fridays. Because real wealth starts with your health. If you want to feel sharper, stronger, and more in control, visit joinfridays.com and use code HIGHER for an exclusive discount. 📩 NEWSLETTER: https://tr.ee/O6FWkv 👕 THS MERCH: http://www.thspod.com 🔗 Resources: Anthropic, PBC — Form S-1 Registration Statement (SEC — Official Anthropic IPO Filing) Anthropic Files S-1 With the SEC for Proposed IPO (Anthropic — Official Announcement) Meta Eyes Record $95 Billion Equity Raise to Fund AI Expansion (Reuters) Tesla Stock Jumps as Barclays Bets a SpaceX Takeout Bump Is Coming (Yahoo! Finance) Wall Street Eyes Best Day in a Month as Anthropic IPO Filing Propels AI Stocks (Reuters) October 2026 FOMC Meeting and Economic Calendar (Federal Reserve) ⚠️ Disclaimer: Please note that the content shared on this show is solely for entertainment purposes and should not be considered legal or investment advice or attributed to any company. The views and opinions expressed are personal and not reflective of any entity. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided, and listeners are urged to seek professional advice before making any legal or financial decisions. By listening to The Higher Standard podcast you agree to these terms, and the show, its hosts and employees are not liable for any consequences arising from your use of the content.

    THS LIVE | Anthropic Files for IPO, Meta Plans $95B Raise & Tesla & SpaceX Merger Talk

  4. 5d ago ·  Bonus Video

    THS LIVE | Brent At $116, Nasdaq 100 Drops Almost 3% & US Pulls Staff From Saudi Arabia

    Brent just hit $116, the highest since April 30, and the reasons keep stacking up. The U.S. ordered non-essential staff out of Saudi Arabia, Aramco told Dhahran headquarters staff to evacuate, the Houthis keep striking Saudi targets, and Trump says something happens "fairly soon" on Iran. Thursday also gave the Nasdaq 100 its worst day since June, down almost 3%, as OpenAI's raise got marked down $150 billion to a $1.25 trillion valuation. The 10-year sits at 4.99% after Treasuries' biggest rally in over two years. And tonight Moody's reviews France while its bond spread to Germany sits at a post-2011 high of 176bps. Oil, AI and Europe's weakest link, all at once, with FOMC next Wednesday. Don't blink. 💥 Have you left your "honest ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️" review? This episode is proudly brought to you by Fridays. Because real wealth starts with your health. If you want to feel sharper, stronger, and more in control, visit joinfridays.com and use code HIGHER for an exclusive discount. 📩 NEWSLETTER: https://tr.ee/O6FWkv 👕 THS MERCH: http://www.thspod.com 🔗 Resources: Brent crude tops $113, highest level since May, after Trump hints at action on Iran (CNBC) Futures Wobble After AI Bloodbath As Brent Hits $114, France Braces For Moody's (ZeroHedge) Global stocks tumble as oil price tops $112 (FT Markets) Brent Hits $114 as Houthi Attacks Threaten Saudi Energy Infrastructure (Yahoo! Finance) ⚠️ Disclaimer: Please note that the content shared on this show is solely for entertainment purposes and should not be considered legal or investment advice or attributed to any company. The views and opinions expressed are personal and not reflective of any entity. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided, and listeners are urged to seek professional advice before making any legal or financial decisions. By listening to The Higher Standard podcast you agree to these terms, and the show, its hosts and employees are not liable for any consequences arising from your use of the content.

    THS LIVE | Brent At $116, Nasdaq 100 Drops Almost 3% & US Pulls Staff From Saudi Arabia

  5. Oct 21 ·  Bonus Video

    THS LIVE | Brent Jumps to $112, Then Drops on Iran Deal Reports as Nasdaq Pops To 2.3%

    Oil just whipsawed on a headline. Brent spiked to $111.99 on Tuesday, then reversed and settled at $108.79 when a Qatar and Pakistan "compromise proposal" hit the wires, and Iran fired back that reports a deal is close are wrong. The IRGC says two tankers were set ablaze by its mines, and Kpler counts at least 18 vessels hit in two weeks. Here's the strange part: stocks don't care. The Nasdaq 100 is up 2.3% from Friday's close, the VIX sank from 20 to 16.65, and the 10-year is still parked above 5%. Then the UK printed 3.5% inflation against 3.4% expected, and the Bank of England is eyeing a hike. Is the market pricing peace or ignoring a lit fuse? We get into it live at 11. 💥 Have you left your "honest ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️" review? This episode is proudly brought to you by Fridays. Because real wealth starts with your health. If you want to feel sharper, stronger, and more in control, visit joinfridays.com and use code HIGHER for an exclusive discount. 📩 NEWSLETTER: https://tr.ee/O6FWkv 👕 THS MERCH: http://www.thspod.com 🔗 Resources: UK Inflation Hits 11-Month High as Bank of England Eyes Rate Hike (Bloomberg) U.K. Consumer Price Index (YoY) For September 3.5% Vs. 3.4% Est.; 3.1% Prior (Bezinga) Oil prices fall as traders hope for diplomatic progress in Middle East (CNBC) Iran Rejects Report That Deal Is 'Close' After Qatar, Pakistan Push 'Compromise Proposal' To End War (ZeroHedge) Oil Prices Climb Above $110 as Middle East Supply Fears Persist (Yahoo! Finance) ⚠️ Disclaimer: Please note that the content shared on this show is solely for entertainment purposes and should not be considered legal or investment advice or attributed to any company. The views and opinions expressed are personal and not reflective of any entity. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided, and listeners are urged to seek professional advice before making any legal or financial decisions. By listening to The Higher Standard podcast you agree to these terms, and the show, its hosts and employees are not liable for any consequences arising from your use of the content.

    THS LIVE | Brent Jumps to $112, Then Drops on Iran Deal Reports as Nasdaq Pops To 2.3%

  6. Oct 20 ·  Video

    He Built a $150M Wellness Empire Without Selling Out | Cymbiotika CEO Shahab Elmi | Ep 358

    What does it take to build a $150 million wellness empire without selling your soul - or your company - to the highest bidder? This week on The Higher Standard, Chris sits down with longtime friend Shahab Elmi, co-founder and CEO of Cymbiotika, for a conversation that goes well beyond vitamins and supplements. From betting on himself and building a bootstrapped business into a nine-figure brand to navigating the temptations of private equity, protecting product quality and learning that success means very little if your family gets the leftovers. Shahab pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to build something that lasts. Along the way, they tackle entrepreneurship, longevity, AI, fatherhood and why the most expensive ingredient in any successful business might just be integrity. Turns out, building different isn't a marketing slogan… it's a very expensive way of refusing to compromise. No games. No drama. No nonsense. 💥 Have you left your "honest ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️" review? This episode is proudly brought to you by Fridays. Because real wealth starts with your health. If you want to feel sharper, stronger, and more in control, visit joinfridays.com and use code HIGHER for an exclusive discount. 📩 NEWSLETTER: https://tr.ee/O6FWkv 👕 THS MERCH: http://www.thspod.com 🔗 Resources: Official Website — Premium Supplements, Innovation & Wellness (Cymbiotika) Co-Founder & CEO of Cymbiotika — Personal Instagram (Shahab Elmi @shahabelmi) Cymbiotika — Independent Supplement Ratings, Brand TrustScore & Product Testing (SuppCo) Cymbiotika Wellness Bar — Official Location & Information (Fontainebleau Las Vegas) Dietary Supplements: What You Need to Know — Quality, Safety & Independent Verification (National Institutes of Health — Office of Dietary Supplements) ⚠️ Disclaimer: Please note that the content shared on this show is solely for entertainment purposes and should not be considered legal or investment advice or attributed to any company. The views and opinions expressed are personal and not reflective of any entity. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided, and listeners are urged to seek professional advice before making any legal or financial decisions. By listening to The Higher Standard podcast you agree to these terms, and the show, its hosts and employees are not liable for any consequences arising from your use of the content.

    He Built a $150M Wellness Empire Without Selling Out | Cymbiotika CEO Shahab Elmi | Ep 358

  7. Oct 19 ·  Bonus Video

    THS LIVE | France's Bond Yields Jump as 500,000 Hit the Streets & Bonds Stay Above 5%

    Over the weekend more than 500,000 people marched across France, with cars set on fire and over 2,000 arrests. This morning French 10-year yields jumped more than 10 basis points, the CAC 40 is down about 1.7%, and France now pays more to borrow than Italy or Greece. It lands on a US market that was already jumpy: since Friday’s show the 10-year is up about 6 basis points to 5.15%, Brent is near $110, and the VIX has climbed from 16 to 18. So is France a one-day scare, or the first crack in a global bond market that’s running out of buyers? We’re going live to work through it. 💥 Have you left your "honest ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️" review? This episode is proudly brought to you by Fridays. Because real wealth starts with your health. If you want to feel sharper, stronger, and more in control, visit joinfridays.com and use code HIGHER for an exclusive discount. 📩 NEWSLETTER: https://tr.ee/O6FWkv 👕 THS MERCH: http://www.thspod.com 🔗 Resources: French unrest compounds debt crisis fears. Paris-listed stocks, bonds and the euro fall (CNBC) Euro drops amid high energy prices and street riots in France (Reuters) US rate rises are being amplified in global markets (FT Markets) Pimco Sees A 6% 10-Year... Here's Why "Bad Inflation" Caps Yields (ZeroHedge) Brent Flirts With $110 Before Reversing As Wright Declares Pump Prices Have "Peaked" (ZeroHedge) Will Oil Prices Decline as Middle East Supply Recovers? (Goldman Sachs) ⚠️ Disclaimer: Please note that the content shared on this show is solely for entertainment purposes and should not be considered legal or investment advice or attributed to any company. The views and opinions expressed are personal and not reflective of any entity. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided, and listeners are urged to seek professional advice before making any legal or financial decisions. By listening to The Higher Standard podcast you agree to these terms, and the show, its hosts and employees are not liable for any consequences arising from your use of the content.

    THS LIVE | France's Bond Yields Jump as 500,000 Hit the Streets & Bonds Stay Above 5%

  8. Oct 16 ·  Bonus Video

    THS LIVE | An AI Debt Bomb, CoreWeave's Bond Rout, Rate Hike Fears, & Who Pays the Bill

    CoreWeave's bonds just hit 16% yield — that's distress territory, folks, and it's telling you everything you need to know about where the AI boom actually stands right now. The stock is down 22% this week alone, shedding nearly $10 billion in market cap, as the bond market does what the equity crowd refuses to: price in reality. We're talking about a company with $50 billion in debt, a $626 million net loss last quarter, and net interest expenses that literally exceeded its operating income — all while the Fed just hiked in September and markets spent Monday through Thursday pricing in another move at the October 27th meeting at nearly 50/50 odds. Then Friday morning Warsh speaks at the IMF in Bangkok, says nothing, keeps his cards close, and suddenly those odds collapse to 14%. Meanwhile Warsh is out here calling AI "the most consequential economic shift" of his lifetime and warning the Fed may need to rewrite its entire monetary policy playbook — because you can't run a 1970s framework on a 2026 economy where information processing inflation is running at 13%, the highest since the 1960s. 💥 Have you left your "honest ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️" review? This episode is proudly brought to you by Fridays. Because real wealth starts with your health. If you want to feel sharper, stronger, and more in control, visit joinfridays.com and use code HIGHER for an exclusive discount. 📩 NEWSLETTER: https://tr.ee/O6FWkv 👕 THS MERCH: http://www.thspod.com 🔗 Resources: Core Weave stock, bond set for weekly plunge as rate-hike fears hit AI bet (Reuters) October Rate-Hike Odds Collapse as Warsh Keeps His Cards Close but AI Transition Looms (Benzinga News ) CoreWeave bond rout tests market's math on AI buildout (Reuters) ⚠️ Disclaimer: Please note that the content shared on this show is solely for entertainment purposes and should not be considered legal or investment advice or attributed to any company. The views and opinions expressed are personal and not reflective of any entity. We do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided, and listeners are urged to seek professional advice before making any legal or financial decisions. By listening to The Higher Standard podcast you agree to these terms, and the show, its hosts and employees are not liable for any consequences arising from your use of the content.

    THS LIVE | An AI Debt Bomb, CoreWeave's Bond Rout, Rate Hike Fears, & Who Pays the Bill
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Welcome to the Higher Standard Podcast, where we give you ultra-premium, unfiltered truth when it comes to building your wealth and curating the lifestyle of your dreams. Your host; Chris Naghibi is here to help you distill the immense amount of information and disinformation out there on the interwebs and give you the opportunity to choose a higher standard for yourself. Sit back, relax your mind and get ready for a different kind of podcast where we elevate your baseline with crispy high-resolution audio. This isn't a different standard. It's the higher standard.

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  • Creator
    Chris Naghibi
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    200
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Black Crown Inc.
  • Show Website
    The Higher Standard

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