Growing Global Debt and the Future of the Global Economy with Jean-Baptiste Wautier
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Jean-Baptiste Wautier is here to talk growing global debt and the impact on the economy. He draws on decades of private-equity and macro experience to discuss accelerating global change, arguing that rising debt, AI, and political polarization are reshaping the economic and geopolitical order. We discuss Europe’s recent market strength, China as an unavoidable, though risky, investment given its scale and AI ambitions, and gold and crypto as hedges rather than true currency alternatives. He also warms that global debt dynamics will force restructuring in places like Japan and parts of...
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How To Profit In The Run It Hot Economy
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Douglas Heagren | Follow on Facebook: Follow LinkedIn: Follow on Twitter/X: For more information, visit the show notes at
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College Without Crushing Debt with Shellee Howard
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Shellee Howard is on the show today to talk how to do college without crushign debt for your kids. She shares how her journey as a “mom on a mission” led her to help families navigate the college process strategically, emphasizing early preparation, self-discovery, and return on investment rather than prestige alone. She explains why overcrowded school counselors fall short, how students should clarify their values, talents, and career goals before choosing colleges, and why college should be viewed as a business decision and a stepping stone to adulthood, and not a status symbol. With the...
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The Best Ways to Invest in the Run It Hot Economy
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We're in the middle of a run it hot economy. Today our discussion ranged from geopolitics into markets, including precious metals. Silver’s recent surge is best understood as a reversion toward historical gold–silver ratios rather than a knowable fundamental catalyst. Silver’s parabolic move looks unstable compared to gold’s healthier, slower uptrend. But no one can truly know why prices move, so investors should be clear about why they own precious metals since that purpose should drive allocation size and risk tolerance. We also talk macro conditions, the U.S. may be pursuing an...
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Secret Franchising Profits For Investors
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Barbara Friedberg | Follow on Facebook: Follow LinkedIn: Follow on Twitter/X: For more information, visit the show notes at
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2026 Predictions... This is What Will Outperform in 2026
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Douglas Heagren | Follow on Facebook: Follow LinkedIn: Follow on Twitter/X: For more information, visit the show notes at
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Investing in Bitcoin in 2026
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Arrash Yasavoli discusses how you should jump on investing in bitoin in 2026! Arrash's path from data engineering at LinkedIn into quantitative trading, crypto, and building Glitch, a SaaS platform that gives broader access to advanced trading strategies gives a unique perspective into possible 2026 investing plans. We also talk Bitcoin’s role as a potential store of value, the divergence between Bitcoin and altcoins, the growing importance of real utility and valuation in crypto projects, the rise of ETFs and stablecoins as bridges to mainstream adoption, and more. We discuss... Barbara...
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2025 Wrap Up... Year End Surprises
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There are a lot of year end surprises in store with the 2025 wrap up. The year has come to an end and we are here to discuss everything from year-end reflections and personal anecdotes to a broad market outlook. We focused on the recent surge and volatility in precious metals, especially silver, explaining how futures-market leverage and exchange rule changes (like margin requirement hikes) are used to cool speculative excess, why parabolic price moves are unhealthy, and why investors should be cautious in the near term even if long-term fundamentals remain bullish. We also talked government...
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Why AI Hype and Clickbait Are Failing Serious Business Owners with Elliot Holland
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Elliot Holland joins us to explore the realities of building and sustaining a high-quality, trust-driven professional business in an era dominated by AI hype, declining marketing efficiency, and algorithmic noise. We discuss skepticism around AI’s real-world impact especially in high-stakes financial decisions. We also talk marketing and content strategy, why sensationalism and clickbait may win algorithms but will always repel discerning clients. We also unpack our frustrations with modern marketing platforms like Google, Facebook, and HubSpot as they grow increasingly expensive and...
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Year End Tax Loss Selling Secrets You Must Know
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Today we're sharing the tax loss selling secrets you need to know before 2026! We also talk understanding personal strengths and psychological limits in investing. It's good to avoid shiny-object strategies like day trading and prioritize risk management through diversification. We explore how market structure, valuations, and historical data suggest future returns may be lower and more volatile, making stress-testing portfolios and aligning risk with temperament essential. Remember long-term success comes from discipline, education, adaptability, and thoughtful strategy rather than chasing...
info_outlineJJ Kinahan, CEO of TastyTrade shares some tasty option strategies for 2025. JJ shares his journey from floor trader at the CBOE to CEO of TastyTrade under IG North America. He discusses the evolution of the brokerage industry—from the days of shouting in trading pits to today’s retail-driven, commission-free environment—and how access to education has empowered individual investors. JJ emphasizes the importance of starting small, defining risk, and learning gradually when trading. We also talk why certain option types are miscategorized as “risky,” the influence of retail investors since the meme stock era, and how futures trading offers hedging and round-the-clock opportunities.
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- JJ Kinahan discusses his journey from being a floor trader on the CBOE to leading roles at ThinkorSwim and TD Ameritrade, and now serving as CEO of TastyTrade under IG North America.
- The real differentiator for traders now is education, not access, and that platforms like TastyTrade prioritize teaching users how markets actually work.
- The conversation highlights how TastyTrade continues that mission by combining content, community, and trading functionality in one ecosystem.
- JJ stresses the importance of understanding “defined risk” in options trading—knowing exactly how much you can lose before entering a trade.
- Calendar spreads can help traders take advantage of time decay and volatility differences between expiration cycles.
- JJ notes that the “meme stock” era of 2020–2021 changed market dynamics by bringing millions of new retail participants into the market.
- JJ warns that while accessibility is great, it can lead to overconfidence, so risk control and continuous learning are critical.
- JJ shares insights on how professional traders manage emotions and avoid letting losses dictate decision-making.
- Traders who survive long-term tend to manage downside risk far better than they chase upside potential.
- The conversation explores how automation and data analytics have reshaped trading, but that human intuition still matters in volatile environments.
- Building good habits—like journaling trades, reviewing setups, and setting stop levels—is key to developing consistency.
- He encourages investors to find strategies that fit their personality, risk tolerance, and time commitment rather than copying others.
- JJ leaves listeners with a simple message: focus on learning, define your risk, and don’t let one trade define your trading journey.
Today's Panelists:
- Kirk Chisholm | Innovative Wealth
- Barbara Friedberg | Barbara Friedberg Personal Finance
- Douglas Heagren | Mergent College Advisors
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