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How concentrated ownership and automated manipulation reshape democracy

The importance of Fed independence, sticky inflation, AI’s impact on entry-level work, and why she still leans modestly restrictive

Sports betting in the United States of America. Read the full piece here: https://kyla.substack.com/p/gamblemerica-how-sports-betting-apps00:00 - Intro 00:36 - An Excerpt 02:42 - The United States of Gamblemerica 06:09 - In Dialogue with Jon 08:12 - The History of Sports Betting 13:55 - The State, The Platform, the Hen House 17:17 - The Dopamine Business Model 22:11 - The Language of Individual Responsibility 27:03 - The Human Cost28:41 - What Comes After Sports Betting?31:38 - How Do We Fix This?Jon's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Losing-Big-Americas-Reckless-Gambling/dp/B0DGS6G35H

Nvidia just lost $600 billion in value in a single day—the largest single-stock drop in history—and all because of a Chinese AI startup called DeepSeek. But this isn’t just about Nvidia or AI. It’s about how America is battling its own assumptions about innovation, efficiency, and progress. In this video, I'll talk about (1) how DeepSeek built a groundbreaking AI model for just $6 million (2) why U.S. tech companies like Meta and OpenAI are spending billions—and if that’s sustainable (3) the impact of federal funding freezes and policy decisions on America’s innovation pipeline (4) why the U.S. might be stuck in a “cold war” with itself over how progress should look and (5) what this means for the future of AI, talent allocation, and global competition.DeepSeek isn’t just disrupting the AI industry; it’s forcing us to ask some hard questions about how we measure success.00:00 Intro00:58 Our Broader Challenges03:08 What Is DeepSeek?05:00 How did they do it?05:27 Innovation08:40 The State of Tech11:49 Financial Engineering12:58 Talent15:45 Final ThoughtsEIG paper: https://eig.org/exceptional-by-design/Music Used'Shadows and Dust' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au 'Nightfall' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au 'Incantation' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Shoulders Of Giants' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au 'Uprising' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au 'Anna's Theme' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Parasite' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au 'Shoulders Of Giants' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au DISCLAIMER: This video does not provide investment or economic advice and is not professional advice (legal, accounting, tax).  The owner of this content is not an investment advisor.  Discussion of any securities, trading, or markets is incidental and solely for entertainment purposes.  Nothing herein shall constitute a recommendation, investment advice, or an opinion on suitability.  The information in this video is provided as of the date of its initial release.  The owner of this video expressly disclaims all representations or warranties of accuracy.  The owner of this video claims all intellectual property rights, including copyrights, of and related to, this video.

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We talk about the concept of trust as a commodity and discuss how to invest when trust is scarce. Spectra School: http://www.spectramarkets.com/school/Hanks Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d8PndpFPL8g&t=40sHow Trump Won: https://kyla.substack.com/p/how-trump-won-what-happens-next-and00:00 Introduction and Overview00:24 Special Sponsor Segment01:15 Current Global Events and Trust02:40 Investing in Trust Portfolios04:51 Framework for Evaluating Companies06:34 The Cycle of Apathy and Trust10:13 Rebuilding Trust: Individual and Societal Efforts12:11 Actionable Takeaways for Investors14:14 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsDisclaimer: This is not financial advice or a recommendation for any investment. The Content is for informational purposes only. You should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.

The economics of Thanksgiving and Black Friday!00:00 Intro00:29 Turkeys01:25 Supply Chain 03:18 The Sweet Potato Belt and Pumpkin Capital04:34 Black Friday04:59 The Impact of Smartphones on Shopping05:34 Game Theory and Price Tracking06:37 The Future of Black Friday08:34 ConclusionSourceshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jjcjvNvvGLchttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bN7mG9srVh4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qsnck0LV8w4https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_4h-W6cHWj8https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lL2-HOzByBY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nk2MBd5hmHQ📚 Want to learn more? Check out:Newsletter: kyla.substack.comBook: "In This Economy?"Podcast: Let's Appreciate🔗 Follow for daily economic insights:TikTok: @kylascanInstagram: @kylascanLinkedIn: @kylascanDISCLAIMER: This video does not provide investment or economic advice and is not professional advice (legal, accounting, tax).  The owner of this content is not an investment advisor.  Discussion of any securities, trading, or markets is incidental and solely for entertainment purposes.  Nothing herein shall constitute a recommendation, investment advice, or an opinion on suitability.  The information in this video is provided as of the date of its initial release.  The owner of this video expressly disclaims all representations or warranties of accuracy.  The owner of this video claims all intellectual property rights, including copyrights, of and related to, this video.

What even are tariffs00:00 Tariffs01:45 History02:40 Why does Trump Like Them?05:02 Market Response09:30 The Economic Impact📚 Want to learn more? Check out:Newsletter: kyla.substack.comBook: "In This Economy?"Podcast: Let's Appreciate🔗 Follow for daily economic insights:TikTok: @kylascanInstagram: @kylascanLinkedIn: @kylascanDISCLAIMER: This video does not provide investment or economic advice and is not professional advice (legal, accounting, tax).  The owner of this content is not an investment advisor.  Discussion of any securities, trading, or markets is incidental and solely for entertainment purposes.  Nothing herein shall constitute a recommendation, investment advice, or an opinion on suitability.  The information in this video is provided as of the date of its initial release.  The owner of this video expressly disclaims all representations or warranties of accuracy.  The owner of this video claims all intellectual property rights, including copyrights, of and related to, this video.

I had questions. A lot of them. So I sat down with someone who might have answers - Mary Daly, President and CEO of the San Francisco Fed. She's one of the people actually making the decisions that affect your money. Five big things I wanted to understand: Why everything still feels so expensive What's really happening with jobs Why Wall Street and Main Street feel like different planets How the Fed makes these massive decisions Whether they can actually fix this00:00 Intro02:10 Some History07:30 Price Stability 10:33 The Fed Test11:05 The Price Problem18:47 The Labor Market22:52 The Path ForwardSourceshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=laSqNpmCeQk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SxTnOWDw31shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mL-OaWx9LrMhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wLyh5fSTLLwhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7nj2X-yl_U&t=12shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rVDE5Q74EhM&t=253shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=512mhHUoJgkhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jheesQ8ot3ghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8b03af6b670https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dTivWJvGYtIhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kuNCfkDtPNk📚 Want to learn more? Check out:Newsletter: kyla.substack.comBook: "In This Economy?"Podcast: Let's Appreciate🔗 Follow for daily economic insights:TikTok: @kylascanInstagram: @kylascanLinkedIn: @kylascanDISCLAIMER: This video does not provide investment or economic advice and is not professional advice (legal, accounting, tax).  The owner of this content is not an investment advisor.  Discussion of any securities, trading, or markets is incidental and solely for entertainment purposes.  Nothing herein shall constitute a recommendation, investment advice, or an opinion on suitability.  The information in this video is provided as of the date of its initial release.  The owner of this video expressly disclaims all representations or warranties of accuracy.  The owner of this video claims all intellectual property rights, including copyrights, of and related to, this video.

Donald Trump’s election has ben elected the 47th president of the United States. Here's what it means and what could happen next.Newsletter: https://kyla.substack.com/p/how-trump-won-what-happens-next-andSourceshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MkrNsNDaXS8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4t0S9zZn2QQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3kBiyueN-l4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SgUD03R50oc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fTxECVof1GYhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xpG0PBsuLjU https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wwzHi5C6y2Ehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3ptpdZwNb0https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m3ErLnADwX4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Q29HmHSgfk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mcHCpyfMavAhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PFw--KOUtCEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-PmFUV-dtwhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJOMfH08waIhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tF-I9I1k9J0https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WkyPPEqjHdchttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8d3wzom0RNwhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_4jWMKC4nZwhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KaWihejcGcMhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hb28kAavh0Mhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Xa9T2OMzmw00:00 Intro01:17 Why Did DJT Win?01:57 The Role of the Manosphere03:59 No One Wants to be an Incumbent04:41 Economic Disconnect05:42 Inflation07:42 Inequality11:18 Structural Affordability12:41 The Information Problem15:32 Institutional Credibility19:08 The Disconnect20:40 Policy and Person21:55 Biden Retrospective27:43 How to Fix It29:35 Trump's Agenda31:20 Tariffs38:21 The Market40:34 What is Happening45:13 The Path ForwardDISCLAIMER: This video does not provide investment or economic advice and is not professional advice (legal, accounting, tax).  The owner of this content is not an investment advisor.  Discussion of any securities, trading, or markets is incidental and solely for entertainment purposes.  Nothing herein shall constitute a recommendation, investment advice, or an opinion on suitability.  The information in this video is provided as of the date of its initial release.  The owner of this video expressly disclaims all representations or warranties of accuracy.  The owner of this video claims all intellectual property rights, including copyrights, of and related to, this video.

I follow the outline of the CRFB here. In this episode, we break down the economic policy proposals of two major candidates: Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. We analyze their plans on taxes, healthcare, education, housing, and more, providing insights into how each policy could impact the economy. We draw from multiple sources, including CRFB and Budget Model, to offer an objective comparison. Key topics discussed include tax cuts, social spending, border security, tariffs, and long-term economic stability. Find out which candidate's policies could be better for the U.S. economy and why.Sourceshttps://www.crfb.org/papers/fiscal-impact-harris-and-trump-campaign-planshttps://itep.org/kamala-harris-donald-trump-tax-plans/https://budgetmodel.wharton.upenn.edu/issues/2024/8/26/trump-campaign-policy-proposals-2024https://budgetmodel.wharton.upenn.edu/issues/2024/8/26/harris-campaign-policy-proposals-2024https://youtu.be/qdgIP6IjHdk?si=XARLjRYCIHlCuEBf https://youtu.be/AnO-QPn5v58?si=OweXWRAE-GHnYS_u https://youtu.be/oxufaMb37SE?si=dCavn3EYGDtDG11phttps://youtu.be/2ec4Oa2L1fo?si=zDmAaeT560GXKP4l https://youtu.be/8GH-zVMGuWw?si=BeSHFAqOmoXeO6q3 https://youtu.be/MVph94jk8ZM?si=M8FVXFUKJ0mpoHaE https://youtu.be/oc_voADxXFE?si=bdGnL9vegml5WrVe https://youtu.be/Fv03JJ_GaIQ?si=hb8USPAaYFvhxm7z https://youtu.be/uAyo4sywXG8?si=fd2ORSf1bOjCcY6c https://youtu.be/UWgndJn1jUI?si=QC1ZD35jymumlz09 https://youtu.be/Mt-y2_Q1EkU?si=6Gd7lZfptxVRRaey https://youtu.be/KxYdVTETwu4?si=RjMyUrocIWhiKZDf https://youtu.be/btB3ghpu5RI?si=h7Hd0F2-MHokjOsB https://youtu.be/_-eHOSq3oqI?si=Jp4SQIThvAJfFNFl https://youtu.be/pPlhS22BG9k?si=atlv3nR_zYr4ih6G https://youtu.be/KmQLhtlHO1o?si=_bY4IAclwOoFQXFS 

Massive Longshoremen Strike: Implications for US Economy, Jobs, and AutomationThe international longshoremen's association has initiated a large-scale strike on the East and Gulf coasts of the United States, risking substantial economic activity and millions of jobs. In this episode, we discuss the demands of the 45,000 striking dock workers, the potential economic impact (up to $4 billion loss per day), and the broader consequences for the US economy amid the upcoming election, holiday season, and global tensions. Key points include the dock workers' push for higher wages and a ban on automation, the response from the United States Maritime Alliance, the Biden administration's stance, and the strike's potential to fuel inflation. Additionally, we explore the historical context of automation resistance and the need for future labor retraining programs. 00:00 ILA Strike01:10 What is a longshoremen?03:13 usmx04:37 Automation07:21 monetary policy08:56 role of luddite10:29 openai11:48 Worker support

The dating apps are under a lot of pressure. Falling revenues, people not wanting to pay, and Gen Z seemingly uninterested have led to collapsing stocks and circling activist investors. Their only path forward is monetization - but what does that mean for the demographic crisis?00:00 Introduction: The Pressure on Dating Apps00:11 The Monetization Dilemma00:23 The Online Dating Landscape02:18 The Rise of Match Group04:15 The Big Three: Tinder, Hinge, and Bumble06:15 The Financial Struggles of Dating Apps07:15 User Dissatisfaction and Declining Interest15:06 The Demographic Crisis19:58 Possible Solutions and Future Outlook20:49 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsVideos used in this video  • Hinge's Makeover: The New Era For Dat...  https://archive.org/details/CyberDat   • This company owns almost EVERY DATING...    • Tinder CEO on why the firm is launchi...    • Hinge CEO responds to accusations the...    • How Dating Apps Make Money and Why It...    • Dating app stocks: Grindr has prosper...    • Time to swipe right on dating app sto...    • Scott Galloway: The Real DANGER Of Da...&...

We talk a lot about building more housing, but we do not talk enough about the risk of home insurance. We have massively underpriced risk in many parts of the economy. This leads to things like financial nihilism and distrust, which is why we see a world divided - partially because the risk models are all wrong.00:00 Introduction to Kamala Harris's Economic Proposals00:09 Detailed Housing Policies01:14 Supply and Demand in Housing01:37 The Broader Impact of Housing Shortages02:29 The Complexity of Housing as an Asset03:18 Challenges in Home Building03:47 The Home Insurance Crisis08:53 Economic and Financial Implications09:44 Regulatory Issues and Underinsurance11:09 Reinsurance and Secondary Perils13:03 Future Paths and Solutions14:55 Updating Risk Models for the Future17:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode, we explore pressing economic questions with Jared Bernstein, Chair of President Biden's Council of Economic Advisors, and Daniel from the National Economic Council. Topics covered include the current state of inflation, the labor market, and the housing market. Key discussions focus on understanding inflation indicators like CPI and PPI, the impact of government policies on housing and rental affordability, and the role of fiscal and monetary policy in addressing economic challenges. The episode also delves into broader economic issues such as child care, eldercare, wealth inequality, and trade policy. Through these conversations, the episode emphasizes the importance of having concrete policy solutions to improve the economy and help the average consumer.00:00 Intro01:20 Inflation05:35 Labor Market11:33 Housing23:29 Conclusion

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An interview with Austan Goolsbee, the president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, on economic data and where he thinks the Fed might be going next. 

Interview with Deputy Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo on Innovative Housing PoliciesIn this episode, I interview Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Wally Adeyemo to discuss the recent policies passed by the Treasury to address the housing shortage in the U.S. The conversation highlights Minneapolis' groundbreaking zoning reforms and explores new federal initiatives aimed at making housing more accessible and affordable. Topics include zoning laws, interest rate predictability for builders, and the importance of integrating housing with public transit.00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:05 Interview with Deputy Secretary of the Treasury00:12 The Housing Shortage in America01:30 Minneapolis: A Case Study in Housing Reform04:17 Treasury's New Housing Efforts05:16 Challenges and Solutions in Housing Finance08:27 Integration of Housing and Public Transit09:18 Conclusion and Final Thoughts11:36 Closing Remarks and Call to Action