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Is protein Sweetgreen’s missing ingredient for profitability?  Sweetgreen CEO Jonathan Neman joins Leading Indicator to discuss: Impact of steak launch and protein plates on sales Infinite Kitchen expansion plans & automation’s role in the restaurant Pricing edge vs. fast-food chains like $MCD Hosted by Hope King. The content of the video is for general and informational purposes only. All views presented in this show reflect the opinions of the guest and the host. You should not take a mention of any asset, be it cryptocurrency or a publicly traded security as a recommendation to buy, sell or hold that cryptocurrency or security. Guests and hosts are not affiliated with or endorsed by Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. You should make your own financial and investment decisions or consult respective professionals. Full disclosures are in the channel description. Learn more at Public.com/disclosures. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. There is a possibility of loss with any investment. Historical or hypothetical performance results, if mentioned, are presented for illustrative purposes only. Do not infer or assume that any securities, sectors or markets described in the videos were or will be profitable. Any statements of future expectations and other forward-looking statements are strictly based on the current views, opinion, or assumptions of the person presenting them, and should not be taken as an indicator of performance nor should be relied upon as an investment advice.

Nag Murty, CEO of Electric Sheep, explains the company’s path toward manufacturing autonomous lawnmowers and using them to disrupt the more than $100 billion landscaping industry. Murty explains the AI behind Electric Sheep’s autonomous fleet, how autonomous robots can solve the employee shortage issue, and what the company sees for the future of a robotics workforce. The content of the video is for general and informational purposes only. All views presented in this show reflect the opinions of the guest and the host. You should not take a mention of any asset, be it cryptocurrency or a publicly traded security as a recommendation to buy, sell or hold that cryptocurrency or security. Guests and hosts are not affiliated with or endorsed by Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. You should make your own financial and investment decisions or consult respective professionals. Full disclosures are in the channel description. Learn more at Public.com/disclosures. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. There is a possibility of loss with any investment. Historical or hypothetical performance results, if mentioned, are presented for illustrative purposes only. Do not infer or assume that any securities, sectors or markets described in the videos were or will be profitable. Any statements of future expectations and other forward-looking statements are strictly based on the current views, opinion, or assumptions of the person presenting them, and should not be taken as an indicator of performance nor should be relied upon as an investment advice.

PubMatic CEO Rajeev Goel joins Leading Indicator to talk what a TikTok ban would mean for digital ad market, Paris Olympics & US election impact on ad demand, and the catalysts that fueled 20% revenue growth in the recent quarter. With host J.D. Durkin. Guests and hosts are not affiliated with or endorsed by Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. You should make your own financial and investment decisions or consult respective professionals. Full disclosures are in the channel description. Learn more at Public.com/disclosures. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. There is a possibility of loss with any investment. Historical or hypothetical performance results, if mentioned, are presented for illustrative purposes only. Do not infer or assume that any securities, sectors or markets described in the videos were or will be profitable. Any statements of future expectations and other forward-looking statements are strictly based on the current views, opinion, or assumptions of the person presenting them, and should not be taken as an indicator of performance nor should be relied upon as an investment advice.

Danielle DiMartino Booth, CEO & Chief Strategist at QI Research LLC & Fmr Federal Reserve insider, breaks down the unsettling layoff numbers this Spring and why weakening job data could push the Fed into potentially cutting rates three times this year. DiMartino Booth also discusses recent inflation trends, the Fed's balance sheet plans, & her outlook for recession. The content of the video is for general and informational purposes only. All views presented in this show reflect the opinions of the guest and the host. You should not take a mention of any asset, be it cryptocurrency or a publicly traded security as a recommendation to buy, sell or hold that cryptocurrency or security. Guests and hosts are not affiliated with or endorsed by Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. You should make your own financial and investment decisions or consult respective professionals. Full disclosures are in the channel description. Learn more at Public.com/disclosures. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. There is a possibility of loss with any investment. Historical or hypothetical performance results, if mentioned, are presented for illustrative purposes only. Do not infer or assume that any securities, sectors or markets described in the videos were or will be profitable. Any statements of future expectations and other forward-looking statements are strictly based on the current views, opinion, or assumptions of the person presenting them, and should not be taken as an indicator of performance nor should be relied upon as an investment advice.

Joseph Wang, CIO of Monetary Macro, weighs in on why this Fed meeting matters even though it’s almost a sure thing that rates are held steady. Plus, should the President have a hand in the Federal Reserve’s policymaking? Wang explains what it would mean if the Fed lost its independence, and how the election factors into upcoming rate decisions. Hosted by Kyla Scanlon.

Ross Gerber, President and CEO at Gerber Kawasaki Wealth and Investment Management, is a long-time Tesla investor. Gerber reacts to Tesla's plunging profits, accelerated timeline for a mass market EV model, a potential autonomous ride-sharing app, and the consequences of what he says is divisive commentary from Elon Musk. The content of the video is for general and informational purposes only. All views presented in this show reflect the opinions of the guest and the host. You should not take a mention of any asset, be it cryptocurrency or a publicly traded security as a recommendation to buy, sell or hold that cryptocurrency or security. Guests and hosts are not affiliated with or endorsed by Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. You should make your own financial and investment decisions or consult respective professionals. Full disclosures are in the channel description. Learn more at Public.com/disclosures. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. There is a possibility of loss with any investment. Historical or hypothetical performance results, if mentioned, are presented for illustrative purposes only. Do not infer or assume that any securities, sectors or markets described in the videos were or will be profitable. Any statements of future expectations and other forward-looking statements are strictly based on the current views, opinion, or assumptions of the person presenting them, and should not be taken as an indicator of performance nor should be relied upon as an investment advice.

Farzad Mesbahi, former Tesla insider, breaks down recent EV battery demand trends and why nosediving prices could help make the company's new affordable vehicle more profitable. Mesbahi also provides insights related to Tesla's Robotaxi plans, the future of autonomy at the company, & more. The content of the video is for general and informational purposes only. All views presented in this show reflect the opinions of the guest and the host. You should not take a mention of any asset, be it cryptocurrency or a publicly traded security as a recommendation to buy, sell or hold that cryptocurrency or security. Guests and hosts are not affiliated with or endorsed by Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. You should make your own financial and investment decisions or consult respective professionals. Full disclosures are in the channel description. Learn more at Public.com/disclosures. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. There is a possibility of loss with any investment. Historical or hypothetical performance results, if mentioned, are presented for illustrative purposes only. Do not infer or assume that any securities, sectors or markets described in the videos were or will be profitable. Any statements of future expectations and other forward-looking statements are strictly based on the current views, opinion, or assumptions of the person presenting them, and should not be taken as an indicator of performance nor should be relied upon as an investment advice.

Mark Mahaney, Senior Managing Director at EvercoreISI, breaks down Netflix crushing expectations for subscriber growth in the recent quarter, its decision to no longer share subscriber data, and its high-stakes venture into live events. Mark has been a top-rated tech analyst for more than two decades. Hosted by Ann Berry.

Matt Hougan, CIO at Bitwise, explains why big banks aren't currently allowed to buy Bitcoin ETFs. Hougan believes that banks will soon hurdle this barrier which could bring a demand boost to Bitcoin. Hougan also breaks down the upcoming Bitcoin halving event and what a supply shock could mean for the digital asset in the wake of increased institutional demand. The content of the video is for general and informational purposes only. All views presented in this show reflect the opinions of the guest and the host. You should not take a mention of any asset, be it cryptocurrency or a publicly traded security as a recommendation to buy, sell or hold that cryptocurrency or security. Guests and hosts are not affiliated with or endorsed by Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. You should make your own financial and investment decisions or consult respective professionals. Full disclosures are in the channel description. Learn more at Public.com/disclosures. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. There is a possibility of loss with any investment. Historical or hypothetical performance results, if mentioned, are presented for illustrative purposes only. Do not infer or assume that any securities, sectors or markets described in the videos were or will be profitable. Any statements of future expectations and other forward-looking statements are strictly based on the current views, opinion, or assumptions of the person presenting them, and should not be taken as an indicator of performance nor should be relied upon as an investment advice.

Cem Karsan, Founder & CIO, Kai Volatility breaks down why the Fed will continue to support U.S. economic growth even in the wake of hotter inflation due to political pressures from this year's upcoming November elections. Karsan also provides his thoughts on the future of market volatility, options trading strategies, & more. Options are not suitable for all investors and carry significant risk. Option investors can rapidly lose the value of their investment in a short period of time and incur permanent loss by expiration date. Certain complex options strategies carry additional risk. There are additional costs associated with option strategies that call for multiple purchases and sales of options, such as spreads, straddles, among others, as compared with a single option trade. Prior to buying or selling an option, investors must read and understand the “Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options”, also known as the options disclosure document (ODD) which can be found at: www.theocc.com/company-information/documents-and-archives/options-disclosure-document Supporting documentation for any claims will be furnished upon request. The content of the video is for general and informational purposes only. All views presented in this show reflect the opinions of the guest and the host. You should not take a mention of any asset, be it cryptocurrency or a publicly traded security as a recommendation to buy, sell or hold that cryptocurrency or security. Guests and hosts are not affiliated with or endorsed by Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. You should make your own financial and investment decisions or consult respective professionals. Full disclosures are in the channel description. Learn more at Public.com/disclosures. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. There is a possibility of loss with any investment. Historical or hypothetical performance results, if mentioned, are presented for illustrative purposes only. Do not infer or assume that any securities, sectors or markets described in the videos were or will be profitable.

Intergenerational theft and the cramming of prosperity into seniors’ pockets is creating a flawed economy that is weaponized by rich people and broken for young people, says NYU Professor and serial entrepreneur Scott Galloway. Galloway spoke with Kyla Scanlon about worrisome trends he sees for young Americans, the formula for becoming wealthy, and how to win in a capitalist society. His new book, The Algebra of Wealth: A Simple Formula for Financial Security, is available for pre-order. The content of the video is for general and informational purposes only. All views presented in this show reflect the opinions of the guest and the host. You should not take a mention of any asset, be it cryptocurrency or a publicly traded security as a recommendation to buy, sell or hold that cryptocurrency or security. Guests and hosts are not affiliated with or endorsed by Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. You should make your own financial and investment decisions or consult respective professionals. Full disclosures are in the channel description. Learn more at Public.com/disclosures. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. There is a possibility of loss with any investment. Historical or hypothetical performance results, if mentioned, are presented for illustrative purposes only. Do not infer or assume that any securities, sectors or markets described in the videos were or will be profitable. Any statements of future expectations and other forward-looking statements are strictly based on the current views, opinion, or assumptions of the person presenting them, and should not be taken as an indicator of performance nor should be relied upon as an investment advice.

Mike McGlone, Senior Commodity Strategist at Bloomberg, talks with Kyla Scanlon about demand drivers for gold including increased buying from central banks, anticipation for potential interest rate cuts, & more.  McGlone also breaks down the relationship between gold and Bitcoin, recent inflation trends, and bond market indicators that could point toward a shift in economic sentiment.  The content of the video is for general and informational purposes only. All views presented in this show reflect the opinions of the guest and the host. You should not take a mention of any asset, be it cryptocurrency or a publicly traded security as a recommendation to buy, sell or hold that cryptocurrency or security. Guests and hosts are not affiliated with or endorsed by Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. You should make your own financial and investment decisions or consult respective professionals. Full disclosures are in the channel description. Learn more at Public.com/disclosures. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. There is a possibility of loss with any investment. Historical or hypothetical performance results, if mentioned, are presented for illustrative purposes only. Do not infer or assume that any securities, sectors or markets described in the videos were or will be profitable. Any statements of future expectations and other forward-looking statements are strictly based on the current views, opinion, or assumptions of the person presenting them, and should not be taken as an indicator of performance nor should be relied upon as an investment advice.

Reddit just made its public market debut, opening well above its $34 IPO price. Tech journalist Alex Heath from The Verge joins to discuss why he's surprised about the demand for the stock and explains how NSFW content and reliance on Google for traffic and revenue are risks that investors should pay attention to.

Kara Swisher holds nothing back as she shares her POV on the future of media & tech. The award-winning tech journalist discusses what Donald Trump got right about Meta, why we can't trust China with TikTok, the possibility of running for political office, and the problem with a culture that turns rich people into gods. Plus, Swisher shares other highlights from her new book, 'Burn Book: A Tech Love Story.' Hosted by Ann Berry. Chapters 0:00 Kara's career 3:40 POV journalism 5:25 Kara for office? 7:44 China vs. US mindset 12:18 Trump vs. Meta 13:58 TikTok's future 17:09 State of media 19:45 Strong AI in media 24:20 Future of journalism The content of the video is for general and informational purposes only. All views presented in this show reflect the opinions of the guest and the host. You should not take a mention of any asset, be it cryptocurrency or a publicly traded security as a recommendation to buy, sell or hold that cryptocurrency or security. Guests and hosts are not affiliated with or endorsed by Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. You should make your own financial and investment decisions or consult respective professionals. Full disclosures are in the channel description. Learn more at Public.com/disclosures. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. There is a possibility of loss with any investment. Historical or hypothetical performance results, if mentioned, are presented for illustrative purposes only. Do not infer or assume that any securities, sectors or markets described in the videos were or will be profitable. Any statements of future expectations and other forward-looking statements are strictly based on the current views, opinion, or assumptions of the person presenting them, and should not be taken as an indicator of performance nor should be relied upon as an investment advice.

Cathie Wood, Founder and CEO of ARK Invest, explains the decision to trim ARK's $NVDA stake & lays out the competitive risks the company faces. Wood also says she thinks Tesla is the largest AI project in the world, adding that Tesla's AI chip will redefine transportation from human-driven to autonomous. (Recorded 3/11/24) Chapters 00:00 Monetary Policy's Impact on Tech 5:08 Cyclical Correction for AI? 7:27 Selling Nvidia 11:07 Tesla's AI 12:33 Elon Musk & AI 14:40 Humanoid Robotics 17:40 Reddit IPO 20:23 Social Media 24:17 Investing Overseas 27:27 Bitcoin Rally The content of the video is for general and informational purposes only. All views presented in this show reflect the opinions of the guest and the host. You should not take a mention of any asset, be it cryptocurrency or a publicly traded security as a recommendation to buy, sell or hold that cryptocurrency or security. Guests and hosts are not affiliated with or endorsed by Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. You should make your own financial and investment decisions or consult respective professionals. Full disclosures are in the channel description. Learn more at Public.com/disclosures. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. There is a possibility of loss with any investment. Historical or hypothetical performance results, if mentioned, are presented for illustrative purposes only. Do not infer or assume that any securities, sectors or markets described in the videos were or will be profitable. Any statements of future expectations and other forward-looking statements are strictly based on the current views, opinion, or assumptions of the person presenting them, and should not be taken as an indicator of performance nor should be relied upon as an investment advice.

Michael Green, Chief Strategist at Simplify Asset Management talks with J.D. Durkin about the impacts of the large fiscal spending gap on the economy, as well as his expectations for inflation and real estate prices. Public Lives are designed to help you be a better investor through access to context, information, execs, and analysts. This content is for informational purposes only and is not investment advice. Open To The Public Investing is member of FINRA and SIPC. See Public.com/disclosures for more information. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities available on Public are offered by Open to the Public Investing, Inc. (OTTP), member FINRA & SIPC. Brokerage services for securities issued pursuant to Regulation A of the Securities Act of 1933 are offered through Dalmore Group, LLC (Dalmore), member FINRA & SIPC. OTTP and Dalmore are not affiliated entities. Alternative assets are self-custodied and are not covered by SIPC. Alternative assets are speculative, involve substantial risks (including illiquidity and loss of principal). The issuers of these assets may be an affiliate of Public, and Public (or an affiliate) may earn fees when you purchase or sell these securities. Cryptocurrency trading provided by Apex Crypto LLC (NMLS ID 1828849). Apex Crypto is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the New York State Department of Financial Services. Investment services and the Brokerage Accounts for treasury securities are offered by Jiko Securities, Inc. (“JSI”) member FINRA and SIPC. Securities investments: Not FDIC Insured; No Bank Guarantee; May Lose Value. Banking services and the Bank Account are provided by Jiko Bank, a division of Mid-Central National Bank, Member FDIC.

Joseph Wang, Chief Investment Officer at Monetary Macro, joins Kyla Scanlon to break down the Federal Reserve's decision to raise rates to the highest level in 22 years, and what to expect from monetary policy moving forward. Wang also weighs in on the how the central bank will balance the trade-offs between lowering inflation and unemployment, which believes is a "political decision" that the Fed will struggle with in the future. Fed policy aside, Wang calls out other factors that will prevent inflation dropping to 2%.

Nasdaq’s Chief Economist Phil Mackintosh joins Leading Indicator to discuss his macroeconomic outlook and break down why retail investors are piling back into Tesla stock. Mackintosh also talks about why certain economic conditions are causing the Fed to be more bullish than companies, the risk that the Fed has a policy error, and the main obstacle holding stocks back from returning to peak levels. Hosted by Kyla Scanlon.

With the Federal Reserve potentially nearing its last rate hike & fears of a hard landing beginning to dissolve, there could be more "violent rotations" in stocks during 2H 2023, according to Corey Hoffstein, CIO at Newfound Research. Hoffstein joins Leading Indicator to talk about the impact of less Fed interference, the flight to passive investing, & more.

Lyn Alden, Founder of Lyn Alden Investment Strategy, breaks down the concept of fiscal dominance & its relationship w/ inflation + interest rates. Alden says the Fed's ability to combat inflation is muted because the source of inflation is fiscal-driven, & breaks down why high public debt could cause higher rates to force higher inflation.