Lagniappe

Stokes Family Office

Lagniappe is a weekly podcast from Stokes Family Office. Join Doug and Greg each week for an entertaining look at current news, personal finance, brotherly banter, and whatever else is on our minds!

  1. The IPO Frenzy Is Here & The Prediction Charlatans Are Back

    5D AGO

    The IPO Frenzy Is Here & The Prediction Charlatans Are Back

    Greg and Doug Stokes analyze the recent market surge, IPO frenzy, and the implications of AI and tech stocks. They discuss upcoming IPOs like Cerebris and SpaceX, market bubble concerns, and insights from market experts like Michael Burry and Jeffrey Gunlock. Key Takeaways [00:17] - The AI IPO frenzy has begun [07:27] - Are bubble concerns unwarranted? [09:35] - The prediction charlatans are back View Transcript Links Matt Cerminaro: $100 Billion Companies Would We Be In A Recession Without AI Stocks? Connect with our hosts Doug Stokes Greg Stokes Stokes Family Office Subscribe and stay in touch Apple Podcasts Spotify lagniappe.stokesfamilyoffice.com Disclosure The information in this podcast is educational and general in nature and does not take into consideration the listener's personal circumstances. Therefore, it is not intended to be a substitute for specific, individualized financial, legal, or tax advice. To determine which strategies or investments may be suitable for you, consult the appropriate, qualified professional prior to making a final decision. Different types of investments involve varying degrees of risk. Therefore, it should not be assumed that future performance of any specific investment or investment strategy (including the investments and/or investment strategies referenced in our blogs/podcasts) or any other investment and/or non-investment-related content or services will be profitable, equal any historical performance level(s), be suitable or appropriate for a reader/listener’s individual situation, or prove successful. Moreover, no portion of the blog/podcast content should be construed as a substitute for individual advice or services from the financial professional(s) of a reader/listener’s choosing, including Stokes Family, LLC, a registered investment adviser with the SEC, with which the blogger/podcasters are affiliated.

    19 min
  2. AI Is Fueling An American Manufacturing Resurgence

    MAY 7

    AI Is Fueling An American Manufacturing Resurgence

    The market has shifted its story from the Iran conflict to the AI wave. How big and profitable can it be, and will companies grow into their lofty valuations? Greg and Doug break it all down and optimistically explain how this AI surge has brought back American manufacturing dominance.  Key Takeaways [00:16] - Our weekly Iran and AI updates [02:47] - Surprising, reemerging winners of the AI race [04:38] - American manufacturing resurgence [10:38] - Conflict and oil are not affecting the macro economy  [13:56] - Forward-looking American optimism  View Transcript Links Ben Carlson: Higher Gas Prices Connect with our hosts Doug Stokes Greg Stokes Stokes Family Office Subscribe and stay in touch Apple Podcasts Spotify lagniappe.stokesfamilyoffice.com Disclosure The information in this podcast is educational and general in nature and does not take into consideration the listener's personal circumstances. Therefore, it is not intended to be a substitute for specific, individualized financial, legal, or tax advice. To determine which strategies or investments may be suitable for you, consult the appropriate, qualified professional prior to making a final decision. Different types of investments involve varying degrees of risk. Therefore, it should not be assumed that future performance of any specific investment or investment strategy (including the investments and/or investment strategies referenced in our blogs/podcasts) or any other investment and/or non-investment-related content or services will be profitable, equal any historical performance level(s), be suitable or appropriate for a reader/listener’s individual situation, or prove successful. Moreover, no portion of the blog/podcast content should be construed as a substitute for individual advice or services from the financial professional(s) of a reader/listener’s choosing, including Stokes Family, LLC, a registered investment adviser with the SEC, with which the blogger/podcasters are affiliated.

    19 min
  3. Marveling at American Innovation

    APR 30

    Marveling at American Innovation

    Before they head out to Jazz Fest, Doug and Greg analyze why the market continues to shrug off the Iran conflict, relate AI to this generation’s railroad construction, and praise the economic and technological prowess of the United States.  Key Takeaways [00:17] - Come see us at Jazz Fest [01:21] - Why the market doesn’t care about Iran [04:38] - AI is the real deal [07:22] - Tech’s historic capital expenditures [11:22] - Gas prices are up, but way less here at home [15:23] - The wonder of American innovation View Transcript Links Torsten Slok: The Radiologist Paradox WSJ: Big Tech Strikes Gold With AI, but at a Steep Cost Amazon's $364 Billion Backlog is the Bull Case for its AI Spending Boom Why Gasoline Is So Much Cheaper in the U.S. Than Overseas Connect with our hosts Doug Stokes Greg Stokes Stokes Family Office Subscribe and stay in touch Apple Podcasts Spotify lagniappe.stokesfamilyoffice.com Disclosure The information in this podcast is educational and general in nature and does not take into consideration the listener's personal circumstances. Therefore, it is not intended to be a substitute for specific, individualized financial, legal, or tax advice. To determine which strategies or investments may be suitable for you, consult the appropriate, qualified professional prior to making a final decision. Different types of investments involve varying degrees of risk. Therefore, it should not be assumed that future performance of any specific investment or investment strategy (including the investments and/or investment strategies referenced in our blogs/podcasts) or any other investment and/or non-investment-related content or services will be profitable, equal any historical performance level(s), be suitable or appropriate for a reader/listener’s individual situation, or prove successful. Moreover, no portion of the blog/podcast content should be construed as a substitute for individual advice or services from the financial professional(s) of a reader/listener’s choosing, including Stokes Family, LLC, a registered investment adviser with the SEC, with which the blogger/podcasters are affiliated.

    20 min
  4. Talking Baseball With NOLA Native & Former Big Leaguer, Johnny Giavotella

    APR 22

    Talking Baseball With NOLA Native & Former Big Leaguer, Johnny Giavotella

    This week, we have a very special guest, Johnny Giavotella, a childhood friend of Greg & Doug Stokes and a former Major League Baseball player. The guys discuss Johnny’s career at the University of New Orleans and in the Majors, and his new role as the General Manager of the UNO baseball team, where he's navigating this new world of the transfer portal, NIL, and kids specializing in one sport. Key Takeaways [00:17] - Intro to Johnny Giavotella [04:08] - How hard is Major League Baseball? [10:45] - The stressful life of an up-and-down Big Leaguer [12:52] - The shift to becoming the Baseball GM of UNO Baseball [14:59] - The dynamics of the new NIL world [21:59] - What Johnny does as GM of the UNO Baseball team [24:16] - Holding kids back and specializing in one sport [32:10] - Johnny’s pitch for UNO being great again View Transcript Links UNO Athletics Connect with our hosts Doug Stokes Greg Stokes Stokes Family Office Subscribe and stay in touch Apple Podcasts Spotify lagniappe.stokesfamilyoffice.com Disclosure The information in this podcast is educational and general in nature and does not take into consideration the listener's personal circumstances. Therefore, it is not intended to be a substitute for specific, individualized financial, legal, or tax advice. To determine which strategies or investments may be suitable for you, consult the appropriate, qualified professional prior to making a final decision. Different types of investments involve varying degrees of risk. Therefore, it should not be assumed that future performance of any specific investment or investment strategy (including the investments and/or investment strategies referenced in our blogs/podcasts) or any other investment and/or non-investment-related content or services will be profitable, equal any historical performance level(s), be suitable or appropriate for a reader/listener’s individual situation, or prove successful. Moreover, no portion of the blog/podcast content should be construed as a substitute for individual advice or services from the financial professional(s) of a reader/listener’s choosing, including Stokes Family, LLC, a registered investment adviser with the SEC, with which the blogger/podcasters are affiliated.

    40 min
  5. Has the Market Hit the Bottom?

    APR 17

    Has the Market Hit the Bottom?

    Ceasefire talks are ongoing, the Strait of Hormuz is open, and the market is bouncing back. Doug and Greg will discuss whether the market has hit the bottom. They explore the larger implications of recent events in the Middle East, the impact of social media on investor sentiment, and the resilience of the consumer market. The conversation also touches on the SpaceX IPO and the bullish potential for long-term market growth. Key Takeaways [00:17] - The market has bounced back [06:06] - Economic momentum heading into earnings season [10:45] - Historical context on sell-offs + volatility rates quicken [13:21] - The social media/whiplash effect of today’s market cycles [17:24] - It’s a great time to be in New Orleans View Transcript Links Tax Refund Splurge For Many Americans Is Paying Down Debt Volatility Mean Reverts Connect with our hosts Doug Stokes Greg Stokes Stokes Family Office Subscribe and stay in touch Apple Podcasts Spotify lagniappe.stokesfamilyoffice.com Disclosure The information in this podcast is educational and general in nature and does not take into consideration the listener's personal circumstances. Therefore, it is not intended to be a substitute for specific, individualized financial, legal, or tax advice. To determine which strategies or investments may be suitable for you, consult the appropriate, qualified professional prior to making a final decision. Different types of investments involve varying degrees of risk. Therefore, it should not be assumed that future performance of any specific investment or investment strategy (including the investments and/or investment strategies referenced in our blogs/podcasts) or any other investment and/or non-investment-related content or services will be profitable, equal any historical performance level(s), be suitable or appropriate for a reader/listener’s individual situation, or prove successful. Moreover, no portion of the blog/podcast content should be construed as a substitute for individual advice or services from the financial professional(s) of a reader/listener’s choosing, including Stokes Family, LLC, a registered investment adviser with the SEC, with which the blogger/podcasters are affiliated.

    20 min
  6. Talking Private Credit With Phil Huber of Cliffwater

    APR 8

    Talking Private Credit With Phil Huber of Cliffwater

    Today, Doug and Greg speak with Phil Huber, the Head of Portfolio Solutions at Cliffwater. In this timely discussion, they’ll touch on the evolution, current state, and future outlook of private credit, including its origins, growth, and how it compares to other asset classes.  Key Takeaways [00:17] - Introduction to private credit and Phil Huber [10:18] - Why has there been so much growth in private credit? [14:13] - Understanding liquidity/redemption and the AI impact [32:10] - Private credit fundamentals & the Cliffwater Direct Lending Index [41:19] - Business development corporations View Transcript Connect with our hosts Doug Stokes Greg Stokes Stokes Family Office Subscribe and stay in touch Apple Podcasts Spotify lagniappe.stokesfamilyoffice.com Disclosure The information in this podcast is educational and general in nature and does not take into consideration the listener's personal circumstances. Therefore, it is not intended to be a substitute for specific, individualized financial, legal, or tax advice. To determine which strategies or investments may be suitable for you, consult the appropriate, qualified professional prior to making a final decision. Different types of investments involve varying degrees of risk. Therefore, it should not be assumed that future performance of any specific investment or investment strategy (including the investments and/or investment strategies referenced in our blogs/podcasts) or any other investment and/or non-investment-related content or services will be profitable, equal any historical performance level(s), be suitable or appropriate for a reader/listener’s individual situation, or prove successful. Moreover, no portion of the blog/podcast content should be construed as a substitute for individual advice or services from the financial professional(s) of a reader/listener’s choosing, including Stokes Family, LLC, a registered investment adviser with the SEC, with which the blogger/podcasters are affiliated.

    48 min
  7. One 2026 Quarter in the Books

    APR 1

    One 2026 Quarter in the Books

    Somehow, three months have already come and gone, and what a quarter it was. Doug and Greg give updates on the market’s turbulent reaction to the Iran conflict with a hopeful outlook for Q2. They also touch on getting back to business as usual, discussing the SpaceX IPO, interest rate expectations, and corporate efficiency movements.  Key Takeaways [00:17] - Market turbulence since the Iran conflict began [03:34] - What to expect from the Trump administration [08:51] - Fixed income and rate cut expectations [10:10] - Getting back to business as usual, plus the SpaceX IPO [13:58] - Q2 outlook View Transcript Links Oracle cutting thousands in latest layoff round as company continues to ramp AI spending SpaceX Has Filed Confidentially for IPO Ahead of AI Rivals Connect with our hosts Doug Stokes Greg Stokes Stokes Family Office Subscribe and stay in touch Apple Podcasts Spotify lagniappe.stokesfamilyoffice.com Disclosure The information in this podcast is educational and general in nature and does not take into consideration the listener's personal circumstances. Therefore, it is not intended to be a substitute for specific, individualized financial, legal, or tax advice. To determine which strategies or investments may be suitable for you, consult the appropriate, qualified professional prior to making a final decision. Different types of investments involve varying degrees of risk. Therefore, it should not be assumed that future performance of any specific investment or investment strategy (including the investments and/or investment strategies referenced in our blogs/podcasts) or any other investment and/or non-investment-related content or services will be profitable, equal any historical performance level(s), be suitable or appropriate for a reader/listener’s individual situation, or prove successful. Moreover, no portion of the blog/podcast content should be construed as a substitute for individual advice or services from the financial professional(s) of a reader/listener’s choosing, including Stokes Family, LLC, a registered investment adviser with the SEC, with which the blogger/podcasters are affiliated.

    20 min
  8. Investing in Times of Uncertainty

    MAR 26

    Investing in Times of Uncertainty

    This week, Greg and Doug Stokes discuss how the market is reacting to nearly a month of the Iran conflict and the potential for an impending diplomatic solution. They also analyze timing the stock market’s worst and best days, gold’s safe-haven status, the long-term inflation outlook, and investment strategies for navigating volatility. Key Takeaways [00:17] - US-Iran negotiation and diplomatic signs [03:27] - Thoughts on the best/worst market days debate [10:31] - The asset class that’s been surprisingly down the past month [16:29] - Long-term inflation outlook View Transcript Links You Can Beat the Stock Market by Avoiding Its Worst Days. But You Won’t. The Golden Paradox Connect with our hosts Doug Stokes Greg Stokes Stokes Family Office Subscribe and stay in touch Apple Podcasts Spotify lagniappe.stokesfamilyoffice.com Disclosure The information in this podcast is educational and general in nature and does not take into consideration the listener's personal circumstances. Therefore, it is not intended to be a substitute for specific, individualized financial, legal, or tax advice. To determine which strategies or investments may be suitable for you, consult the appropriate, qualified professional prior to making a final decision. Different types of investments involve varying degrees of risk. Therefore, it should not be assumed that future performance of any specific investment or investment strategy (including the investments and/or investment strategies referenced in our blogs/podcasts) or any other investment and/or non-investment-related content or services will be profitable, equal any historical performance level(s), be suitable or appropriate for a reader/listener’s individual situation, or prove successful. Moreover, no portion of the blog/podcast content should be construed as a substitute for individual advice or services from the financial professional(s) of a reader/listener’s choosing, including Stokes Family, LLC, a registered investment adviser with the SEC, with which the blogger/podcasters are affiliated.

    21 min
4.9
out of 5
35 Ratings

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Lagniappe is a weekly podcast from Stokes Family Office. Join Doug and Greg each week for an entertaining look at current news, personal finance, brotherly banter, and whatever else is on our minds!

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