Making Markets

In this Q4 2024 recap episode of Making Markets, Eric and Matt examine how markets defied bearish expectations, with the S&P 500 up 23% and Bitcoin surging 150%. Eric provides insight into Bitcoin's growing institutional adoption, particularly focusing on BlackRock's record-breaking Bitcoin ETF launch and its implications for the broader crypto market. He analyzes the impact of AI on markets and businesses, suggesting that while the technology is transformative, current valuations may be getting ahead of reality. The conversation explores changes in the regulatory landscape, particularly examining how tech industry leaders are increasingly taking on government roles. Eric wraps with observations about the evolving venture capital environment and startup culture, reflecting on how remote work has transformed the business landscape. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to the best content to learn more, check out the episode page HERE. ----- Making Markets is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Making Markets, visit joincolossus.com/episodes. Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @makingmkts | @ericgoldenx Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes (00:00:00) Welcome to Making Markets (00:01:04) Fourth Quarter and Full Year Recap (00:04:49) Market Predictions for 2025 (00:09:34) Volatility and Market Dynamics (00:12:31) Crypto Market Insights (00:18:13) Bitcoin's Institutionalization (00:22:25) The Momentum of Major Players in Crypto (00:22:56) Challenges in Overhauling Archaic Systems (00:24:05) The Role of Incumbents in Crypto Disruption (00:25:25) Regulatory Changes and Their Impact (00:25:52) Elon Musk's Influence and Style (00:27:24) The Intersection of Technology and Regulation (00:33:30) AI's Role and Future in Business (00:37:08) The Reality of Being a Founder Today (00:40:49) The Future of Work and Mental Health Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is Eric Johnson, the Senior Technology Editor at the Journal of Commerce. With over 20 years of experience covering the intersection of logistics and technology, Eric brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. In our conversation, we explore the complex and fascinating world of logistics—how goods move from point A to point B, the myriad players involved, and the role of technology. We also discuss the challenges posed by pandemics and other crises, the strike of the longshoremen, the availability of data, and more. Please enjoy this insightful discussion with Eric Johnson. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to the best content to learn more, check out the episode page HERE. ----- Making Markets is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Making Markets, visit joincolossus.com/episodes. Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @makingmkts | @ericgoldenx Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes (00:00:00) Welcome to Making Markets (00:01:43) Understanding Freight and Logistics (00:03:10) The Journey of Goods: Point A to Point B (00:06:46) Tracking and Technology in Logistics (00:09:53) Pricing and Market Dynamics (00:16:15) Impact of the Pandemic on Logistics (00:24:03) Technological Advancements in Logistics (00:27:40) Fragmentation and Data in the Logistics Industry (00:31:15) The Russian Nesting Doll of Visibility Data (00:31:54) VCs in Logistics: Successes and Failures (00:33:44) Understanding Digital Freight Forwarders (00:36:03) Flexport: The Kleenex of Logistics (00:38:10) AI's Impact on Logistics (00:41:28) Automation and Labor in Ports (00:45:00) Economic Disruptions and Strikes (00:50:48) Insurance and Contingency Planning in Logistics (00:52:37) The Role of Data in Logistics (00:57:48) Current Trends and Predictions in Logistics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is Charlie Shrem. Charlie was a founding member of the Bitcoin Foundation and BitInstant - one of the earliest Bitcoin exchanges. In this episode, he takes us through his incredible life story-starting with how an Orthodox Jew from Brooklyn got into the wild world of Bitcoin. He then talks about how Bitcoin went from a toy to a real store of value, the wild success of BitInstant, his time in prison, and how he met Justin Trudeau through a robot. The story of Charlie’s adult life is in many ways mirrors the story of Bitcoin, and I hope you enjoy this episode with Charlie Shrem. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to the best content to learn more, check out the episode page HERE. ----- Making Markets is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Making Markets, visit joincolossus.com/episodes. Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @makingmkts | @ericgoldenx Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes (00:00:00) Welcome to Making Markets (00:01:51) Charlie's Early Life and Bitcoin Discovery (00:05:23) The Rise of BitInstant and Legal Troubles (00:08:12) Life After Arrest and Bitcoin's Early Community (00:13:59) Bitcoin's Value and Early Transactions (00:18:20) Libertarian Influence and Political Connections (00:24:38) Gavin Andresen and the CIA Meeting (00:25:53) The Birth of the Bitcoin Foundation (00:26:19) Early Bitcoin Community Gathering in Austria (00:27:03) Forming the Bitcoin Foundation (00:28:09) Libertarian Movement and Porkfest (00:29:19) Bitcoin's Early Adoption and Challenges (00:31:06) BitInstant and the Rise of Bitcoin Transactions (00:37:47) Legal Troubles and the Silk Road Connection (00:44:18) Life After Prison and Bitcoin's Evolution (00:47:25) Reflections on Bitcoin's Impact and Future Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is Adam Abbas, Portfolio Manager and Head of Fixed Income at Oakmark. After recording over a hundred podcasts, I was thrilled to finally chat with another Fixed Income manager. We start with some valuable lessons from investing in the TMT sector, the impact of zero interest rates, and the role of monetary policy in the credit markets. We then explore today’s opportunities in fixed income, the growing influence of private credit, and the thinking behind launching a fund at Oakmark. Please enjoy this conversation with Adam Abbas.  For the full show notes, transcript, and links to the best content to learn more, check out the episode page HERE. ----- Making Markets is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Making Markets, visit joincolossus.com/episodes. Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @makingmkts | @ericgoldenx Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes (00:00:00) Welcome to Making Markets (00:00:24) The Apple 401k Anecdote (00:00:45) Early Career and Investment Strategies (00:01:39) BlackBerry vs. Apple: A Case Study (00:03:54) Lessons from Lehman Brothers (00:04:35) Navigating the TMT Sector (00:10:40) High Yield Credit Market Insights (00:10:59) Impact of Low Interest Rates (00:12:29) Monetary Policy and Market Reactions (00:14:15) The Role of the Federal Reserve (00:17:49) Global Economic Considerations (00:20:18) Inflation and Deficit Concerns (00:23:40) Market Signaling and Investment Strategies (00:27:21) Credit Market Analysis (00:28:34) Underwriting and Credit Strategies (00:29:07) Investment Opportunities in High Yield and Investment Grade (00:29:40) Leveraged Loans and Floating Rate Instruments (00:31:25) MBS Agency Paper vs. Corporates (00:36:29) Private Credit Market Impact (00:40:28) Oakmark's Fixed Income Strategy (00:48:23) Boeing: A Case Study in Credit Risk (00:53:33) Corporate Credit Cycle Sentiment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest this week is Eric Seufert. In the words of Ben Thompson from Stratecherry, Eric is arguably the best writer and commentator on digital advertising, and today, he gives us a masterclass on the subject. We start by talking about Apple’s ATT framework, Meta’s recovery, and what the current ecosystem looks like. We also talk about X, advertising on the open web, and clearing many common misconceptions about targetted advertising. Please enjoy this conversation with Eric Seufert. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to the best content to learn more, check out the episode page HERE. ----- Making Markets is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Making Markets, visit joincolossus.com/episodes. Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @makingmkts | @ericgoldenx Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes (00:00:00) Welcome to Making Markets (00:00:32) Historical Paradigms in Digital Advertising (00:01:01) Impact of Apple's ATT Policy (00:02:01) The Hub and Spoke Model (00:04:35) Post-ATT Advertising Landscape (00:07:35) Apple's Competitive Strategy (00:12:48) Meta's Adaptation and Recovery (00:19:17) Rise of Retail Media Networks (00:23:56) Twitter's Advertising Challenges (00:26:47) Customer Base and Engagement Models (00:27:44) Meta's Resilience to Advertiser Boycotts (00:28:18) Understanding Cookies and Their Role in Advertising (00:31:23) Apple's Impact on Third-Party Cookies (00:33:44) Google's Approach to Cookie Deprecation (00:38:06) The Future of Digital Advertising (00:49:28) The Role of AI in Ad Creative Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest this week is Sam Rines, economist, author and Macro Strategist at WisdomTree. Sam was the first guest on Making Markets one year ago, where a lot of his takes proved to be highly accurate. So we decided to record part II one week before the election. We start with his base case for the election, the potential scenarios, and what has and hasn’t been priced in. We then move onto a wider discussion on the economy, including the fed, the strength of the US consumer, AI and Sam’s portfolio positioning. Please enjoy this conversation with Sam Rines. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to the best content to learn more, check out the episode page here. ----- Making Markets is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Making Markets, visit joincolossus.com/episodes. Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @makingmkts | @ericgoldenx Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes (00:00:00) Welcome to Making Markets (00:01:04) Introduction to the Guest: Sam Rines (00:01:20) Election Scenarios and Market Implications (00:03:39) Potential Policy Impacts on Markets (00:07:50) Tax Policy and Economic Predictions (00:16:19) The Fed's Influence and Market Reactions (00:23:37) Unique Macro Research Approach (00:24:46) Resilient American Consumer (00:25:41) COVID's Impact on Savings and Spending (00:26:32) Cruise Industry Rebound (00:27:59) Travel and Leisure Boom (00:30:02) Income-Driven Expansion (00:30:53) Work-from-Anywhere Culture (00:32:33) Corporate Strategies and AI (00:39:11) Global Investment Insights (00:45:14) Hopeful Market Outlook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week again, I’m again on the other side of the mic, as I’m interviewed by Joe Magyer, the founder of Seaplane Ventures. This is a wide-ranging conversation where we talk about the Fed rate cut, cover different asset classes including VC, PE, Fixed Income, and Public Equities, and my journey in building Canopy Capital. This episode first appeared on the Investing in Startups podcast hosted by Joe, which I highly recommend you check out. Please enjoy this conversation with Joe Magyer. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to the best content to learn more, check out the episode page HERE. ----- Making Markets is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Making Markets, visit joincolossus.com/episodes. Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @makingmkts | @ericgoldenx Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes (00:00:00) Welcome to Making Markets (00:00:19) Overview of Canopy Capital (00:00:44) The Evolution of Asset Management (00:01:54) The Importance of Tax Individualized Investing (00:02:44) Starting the Podcast Journey (00:03:16) Crypto: From Skepticism to Interest (00:04:18) Exploring Various Asset Classes (00:06:08) Challenges and Rewards of Podcasting (00:11:12) Competitiveness in Different Asset Classes (00:16:38) Insights on Venture Capital (00:22:59) Building a Venture-Backed Company (00:24:18) The Founder’s Dilemma: Risk and Innovation (00:25:17) A Career at Fidelity: Reflections and Decisions (00:27:17) The Transition: From Intrapreneur to Entrepreneur (00:30:21) Market Insights: The Fed and Economic Cycles (00:36:27) Investment Strategies: Observing and Predicting (00:39:40) Web3 and Crypto: Future Prospects Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eric and Matt share insights on the market's performance through the third quarter of 2024, highlighting the S&P rising by 6% and a significant 50 basis point rate cut by the Federal Reserve, the first since the pandemic. Eric reflects on market sentiment and the complexities of predicting Fed actions, addressing the contrasts between past and present credit cycles, and emphasizing the importance of leverage awareness. They also delve into the impact of fiscal stimulus, wage inflation, and private market trends, while considering potential risks like inflation resurgence and government debt levels. Lastly, the conversation touches on the private markets, their growth, and the role of corporate credit and gives perspective on potential election volatility for next quarter.  For the full show notes, transcript, and links to the best content to learn more, check out the episode page HERE. ----- Making Markets is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Making Markets, visit joincolossus.com/episodes. Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @makingmkts | @ericgoldenx Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes (00:00:00) Welcome to Making Markets (00:00:23) Fed Rate Cuts and Market Reactions (00:01:32) Leverage and Market Dynamics (00:03:07) Fiscal Stimulus and Wage Inflation (00:06:14) Global Economic Trends and Risks (00:11:04) Fed Policies and Historical Perspectives (00:16:06) Inflation Concerns and Market Implications (00:19:34) Investor Strategies and Fed Data Analysis (00:23:17) Fed's Easing Cycle: Market Reactions (00:23:33) Election Volatility and Market Expectations (00:24:08) Split Government and Market Stability (00:27:45) Corporate Credit Spreads and Economic Indicators (00:34:17) Private Markets and Investment Trends (00:41:01) Sports Betting and Market Regulation (00:44:02) Predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest this week is Robbie Cannon. Robbie founded Horizon Investments in 1999 and grew the company to $7B in AUM before selling in 2021. Today, he takes us on a tour of the asset management industry.  We cover many fascinating topics, such as the industry's evolution over 25 years, the blurring of lines between wealth and asset management, oligopolies in finance, the impact of private equity, the role of technology and AI, and more. Please enjoy this conversation with Robbie Cannon. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to the best content to learn more, check out the episode page HERE. ----- Making Markets is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Making Markets, visit joincolossus.com/episodes. Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @makingmkts | @ericgoldenx Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes (00:00:00) Welcome to Making Markets (00:01:06) Evolution of Wealth and Asset Management (00:04:18) Blurred Lines in Financial Services (00:14:18) Private Equity and Financial Advisors (00:17:05) Robo Advisors and Technological Integration (00:26:07) Evaluating Compatibility and Money in Motion (00:27:06) Peer Collaboration and Industry Insights (00:29:05) Strategic Asset Allocation for 2024 (00:29:46) Challenges for Emerging Managers (00:32:16) AI in Asset Management (00:45:27) Digital Solutions and Future Trends (00:49:36) The Evolution of Financial Advice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is Jerry Derevyanny, a partner at Bengal Capital, a cannabis investing firm. Jerry has been a part of the regulated Cannabis industry since 2014, and today he shares the nuances of investing in this growing and unique industry. I enjoyed listening to Jerry’s frameworks for the industry, such as Ants versus Locusts, the similarities and differences between Alcohol and Cannabis, capital allocation, and valuation. We also cover politics, the farm bill, and what the future of the Cannabis industry may look like. Please enjoy this conversation with Jerry Derevyanny. Bengal Capital's substack here. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to the best content to learn more, check out the episode page HERE. ----- Making Markets is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Making Markets, visit joincolossus.com/episodes. Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @makingmkts | @ericgoldenx Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes (00:00:00) Introduction to Cannabis Investing (00:00:30) Changing Investment Strategies (00:01:10) Highlighting Grown Rogue (00:02:33) Cannabis Market Dynamics (00:05:28) State-by-State Market Analysis (00:11:15) Capital Cycles in Cannabis (00:18:24) Federal Legalization and Its Impacts (00:29:56) Hemp-Derived THC and Market Trends (00:34:47) Conclusion and Future Outlook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest this week is David Nadig. David is the Financial Futurist for ETF Trends and ETF Database and has had over 25 years of ETF experience. We start off by acknowledging the debate over active and passive investing. David and I discuss the potential dangers of passive funds on market discovery, the inelastic markets hypothesis, and the effects of massive inflows into index funds. This episode explores how leverage and options trading interact with these market dynamics and the broader implications on capitalism and market structures. Please enjoy my conversation with David Nadig. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to the best content to learn more, check out the episode page HERE. ----- Making Markets is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Making Markets, visit joincolossus.com/episodes. Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @makingmkts | @ericgoldenx Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes (00:00:00) Welcome to Making Markets (00:01:25) The Passive vs Active Debate (00:03:02) Impact of Passive Investing on Market Pricing (00:04:02) Flow and Market Cap Multiplier Effect (00:07:20) Daily Leverage and Market Volatility (00:10:35) Uninformed vs Informed Traders (00:19:19) Opportunities and Risks in Passive Investing (00:21:52) Opportunities in Forced Selling and Crisis (00:22:17) The Shift from Public to Private Markets (00:24:46) Challenges in Private Equity Liquidity (00:29:46) The Broken System of Capitalism (00:35:30) Insurance Problems and Government Role (00:37:02) Thoughts on Capitalism's Future Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is Nir Kaissar. Nir is the founder and portfolio manager at Unison Advisors and one of my favorite economic commentators/columnists at Bloomberg. Today, he joins us for a wide-ranging discussion on the US economy. We start with the disconnect between the strong economic numbers and the sentiment amongst the population. We then cover indicators of recessions, the potential for a systemic crisis in Private Equity, the magnificent seven, and more. Please enjoy this excellent conversation with Nir Kaissar. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to the best content to learn more, check out the episode page HERE. ----- Making Markets is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Making Markets, visit joincolossus.com/episodes. Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @makingmkts | @ericgoldenx Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes (00:00:00) - Welcome to Making Markets (00:02:07) - Exploring Economic Disparities Amidst a Booming Economy (00:02:53) - The Living Wage Crisis in the U.S. (00:04:30) - Unpacking the Wage Stagnation Puzzle (00:07:12) - The Transparency and Productivity Dilemma (00:09:18) - Innovative Solutions for Economic Inequality (00:12:41) - Government's Role in Redistributing Wealth (00:18:31) - Addressing the Retirement Savings Gap (00:19:26) - Debunking Recession Predictions and Economic Indicators (00:29:10) - The Potential Risks in Private Equity and Real Estate (00:32:55) - The Growing Influence of Private Equity (00:34:55) - The Unprecedented Scale of Private Capital (00:36:28) - The Need for Transparency in Private Equity (00:38:06) - Exploring Systemic Risks and Distribution Concerns (00:40:37) - The Changing Landscape of Commercial Real Estate (00:43:03) - Rethinking Bailouts and Sovereign Wealth Funds (00:46:29) - The Debate on Government Intervention and Economic Stability (00:56:08) - Public Securities and the Magnificent Seven Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest this week is Mark Dow. Mark started his career as an economist with the US Treasury and the IMF before he joined Wall Street. Today, he is the founder of behavourialmacro.com and runs a fund that combines his skillsets as a trader and an economist. In this discussion, we talk about why economists are usually bad investors, how Mark approaches markets, and we cover some provocative ideas - including how Quantitive Easing and Tightening have little effect and why Mark's not worried about US debt. Please enjoy this great conversation with Mark Dow For the full show notes, transcript, and links to the best content to learn more, check out the episode page here. ----- Making Markets is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Making Markets, visit joincolossus.com/episodes. Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @makingmkts | @ericgoldenx Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes (00:01:06) Welcome to Making Markets (00:01:53) Starting the Conversation: Economists as Investors (00:03:31) Transition from Economist to Trader: A Personal Journey (00:05:32) Understanding Market Narratives and Trading Patterns (00:08:09) The Role of the Federal Reserve in Market Narratives (00:09:26) The Impact of Monetary Policy on Market Dynamics (00:09:40) The Behavioral, Secular, and Cyclical Factors Influencing Monetary Policy (00:11:52) The Limitations of the Federal Reserve's Control Over Money Creation (00:14:40) The Behavioral Conditioning of Interest Rates (00:16:26) Understanding the Role of Banks in Money Creation (00:17:16) The Misconceptions about Monetary Policy (00:17:50) The Mechanics of Quantitative Easing (00:18:50) The Impact of Quantitative Easing on the Economy (00:19:55) The Role of Risk Appetite in Lending (00:21:25) The Effect of Economic Expectations on Yields (00:22:19) The Role of the Fed in the Financial System (00:26:53) The Impact of Competitive Pressures on Risk Taking (00:27:13) Understanding the Financial Instability Hypothesis (00:31:01) The Role of Demand in Asset Valuation (00:34:05) Understanding the Market Risk Cycle (00:34:13) The New Cycle and Its Differences (00:35:11) Economic Headwinds and Future Predictions (00:35:41) The Role of Banks and Areas of Concern (00:36:46) The Impact of Debt and the Financial System (00:37:15) The Role of Government Debt and Its Implications (00:37:36) The Stability of Treasuries and the Global Financial System (00:38:07) The Future of the Dollar and Government Debt (00:39:14) The Impact of Growth and Productivity on the Economy (00:40:03) The Risk Cycle and the Role of Institutions (00:42:06) The Impact of Fiscal Deficit and Modern Monetary Theory (00:48:55) Understanding Income Inequality and Asset Price Inflation (00:50:28) The Role of Finance and Technology in Income Inequality (00:53:34) The Future of the Housing Market Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we're replaying my episode with Nik “The Carny” Lentz. It's not every day you talk to a UFC fighter turned trader. And this conversation is both intense and insightful. We start by talking about Nik's journey from a difficult childhood to a UFC career and his philosophy on fighting, parenting, and life. We then cover his move to trading derivatives full-time and his approach to position sizing, risk management, and more. This is a different kind of episode, but one I thoroughly enjoyed listening back to, and I hope you feel the same. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to the best content to learn more, check out the episode page here. ----- Making Markets is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Making Markets, visit joincolossus.com/episodes. Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @makingmkts | @ericgoldenx  Show Notes  (00:01:39) - (First Question) - Nik’s childhood and how he got into ultimate fighting (00:08:54) - Nik’s mentality when in the cage fighting (00:10:37) - Links between traumatic childhood and becoming a UFC fighter (00:11:48) - How Nik feels about his children potentially fighting in the future (00:13:29) - Nik’s earliest UFC fights and the importance of storytelling in the sport (00:21:35) - Insecurity and work ethic, getting the balance right to be able to perform at the top (00:26:35) - The relationship between drive and motivation and the kind of upbringing you have (00:28:52) - How Nik got into finance and his first moves in the market  (00:33:00) - Nik’s development of his own investment process and how he manages risk (00:36:00) - Determining position sizes, when to get in, when to get out. The ratio between Nik’s low-risk trades versus his big swings (00:38:16) - The similarities between gambling and investing, Nik’s opinion on the apparent lack of differentiation  (00:40:19) - Nik’s advice to young people looking to get started in investing (00:41:32) - Comparing the ups and downs of UFC fighting versus trading in the markets (00:43:32) - The process of walking away from fighting and whether Nik thinks he will ever walk away from investing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is Saurabh Mukherjea, the founder and Chief Investment Officer of Marcellus Investment Managers. Saurabh is one of the most articulate fund managers in India, and today, he lays out a compelling case for investing in the country. We start by contrasting India with China and explaining why China receives all the attention despite the much better results from the Indian market. We also cover the bull case for India, the rise of domestic inflows in India, the Indian bond market, and close with a discussion of the risks and the themes Saurabh is excited about over the coming years. Please enjoy this conversation with Saurabh Mukherjea. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to mentioned content, check out the episode page here. ----- Making Markets is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Making Markets, visit joincolossus.com/episodes. Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @makingmkts | @ericgoldenx Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes: (00:00:00) Welcome to Making Markets (00:01:05) Meet Saurabh Mukherjee: India's Articulate Fund Manager (00:01:18) India vs. China: A Market Comparison (00:01:26) The Rise of Domestic Inflows in India (00:01:33) Challenges and Risks in Indian Markets (00:02:17) Why India is Oversold to American Investors (00:03:59) The Flow of Capital: India vs. China (00:08:30) The Impact of Political Dynamics on Markets (00:09:55) China vs. India: Private Sector Relations (00:11:19) Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in China and India (00:13:37) Perceptions of Free Market Democracies (00:15:31) Media Influence and Market Trends (00:18:45) The Role of Domestic Investors in India (00:20:19) Wealth Distribution and Investment Trends (00:21:18) Impact of COVID-19 on Market Participation (00:24:16) Regulatory Perspective on Market Growth (00:24:38) Social Shifts Driving Market Trends (00:27:36) Angel Investing Boom (00:28:18) Debt and Corporate Balance Sheets (00:34:31) The Bull Case for India: Key Themes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest this week is Herman Narula, the CEO of Improbable. Improbable is an ambitious company that is building the infrastructure for an open metaverse. We dive into his vision for the metaverse, the technical requirements, the economic model, the role of blockchain, and more. We also cover the issues with AI regulations and the gaming industry. Please enjoy this conversation with Herman Narula. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to mentioned content, check out the episode page here. ----- Making Markets is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Making Markets, visit joincolossus.com/episodes. Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @makingmkts | @ericgoldenx Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes: (00:00:00) Welcome to Making Markets (00:01:54) Improbable's Journey and Vision (00:03:28) Challenges and Learnings in Tech and Business (00:05:16) The Evolution of Improbable and the Metaverse (00:08:23) Blockchain and Gaming: A New Frontier (00:18:14) Technical Innovations and Future Prospects (00:24:35) Building Your Own Metaverse Ecosystem (00:24:50) Value Accrual and Business Model (00:25:19) Venture Building and Equity Participation (00:26:01) Unique Experiences and Better Economics (00:26:36) Massive Multiplayer Capabilities (00:28:38) Creative and Social Experiments (00:30:57) Governance and IP Protection (00:36:13) Regulation of Technology and AI (00:45:21) AI in Game Development Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is Sajith Pai, a VC at Blume Ventures. Sajith is one of the leading thinkers on India, and today he takes us on a journey to understand this massive, fast-growing, and challenging market. We cover many of the unique features that define the country, such as the lack of trust and the low levels of debt. We also talk about segmenting the Indian consumer, the business models that work in India, the incredible rise of the startup ecosystem, and more. If you want to learn more, I recommend you check out the 10-part Colossus series, Return on India. Please enjoy this episode with Sajith Pai. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to the best content to learn more, check out the episode page HERE. ----- Making Markets is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Making Markets, visit joincolossus.com/episodes. Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @makingmkts | @ericgoldenx Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes (00:00:00) Welcome to Making Markets (00:01:04) Introduction to Sajith Pai and the Indian Market (00:02:22) Challenges and Opportunities in the Indian Market (00:04:54) Cultural Differences: Trust and Credit in India (00:07:31) The Duopoly Phenomenon in Indian Industries (00:11:01) Comparing India with Other Emerging Markets (00:16:13) The Venture Capital Landscape in India (00:21:24) Indian Consumer Market Dynamics (00:21:54) Built in India for India: Success Stories (00:23:06) Unique Indian Business Models (00:24:48) Built in India for the West: Insights (00:26:49) Government and Regulatory Environment (00:28:56) Investment Landscape and Competition (00:34:29) Exit Opportunities and Challenges (00:37:41) Advice for Indian Founders (00:39:57) Current Market Sentiment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this quarterly recap, Matt turns the mic on Eric to delve into the remarkable performance of Q2, with the S&P up 4% and NASDAQ up 8%. They discuss the ongoing market strength, particularly driven by mega-cap growth companies and AI investment. The conversation covers the complexities active managers face, the unique AI spending cycle, the role of big balance sheets, and significant capital deployment. They also touch on historical market trends, fixed income perspectives, election year influences, and the rise of crypto. Please enjoy this second quarterly recap of 2024. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to the best content to learn more, check out the episode page HERE. ----- Making Markets is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Making Markets, visit joincolossus.com/episodes. Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @makingmkts | @ericgoldenx Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes (00:00:00) Welcome to Making Markets (00:00:41) Active Management Challenges (00:02:04) AI Boom and Market Dynamics (00:04:54) Tech Giants and Capital Deployment (00:08:12) Fixed Income Insights (00:18:29) Small Cap and International Performance (00:21:00) Election Year Market Impacts (00:25:26) Future Market Outlook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is Nat Eliason, an internet creator and writer of the new book Crypto Confidential. Nat takes us on his wild journey in Crypto, where he made and lost millions, worked on exciting projects, and suffered through hacks and scams. We also talk about the Olympus project, how he’s built a career on being early and why he’s devoting the next phase to writing. Please enjoy this wide-ranging conversation with Nat Eliason.  For the full show notes, transcript, and links to the best content to learn more, check out the episode page HERE. ----- Making Markets is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Making Markets, visit joincolossus.com/episodes. Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @makingmkts | @ericgoldenx Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes (00:00:00) Welcome to Making Markets (00:01:27) The Crypto Boom and Personal Journey (00:05:28) Challenges and Setbacks in the Crypto World (00:09:33) Risk Management and Financial Realizations (00:12:33) The Olympus DAO Phenomenon (00:23:51) Marketing and Community in Crypto (00:26:36) The Rome Cult Movement (00:27:11) Personal Note-Taking Journey (00:27:49) The Rise of Rome (00:30:59) Obsessive Interests and Career Challenges (00:33:47) Writing and Career Reflections (00:36:09) Exploring Fiction Writing (00:44:11) The Dark Side of Crypto (00:50:26) Current Crypto Market Insights Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is Richard Teng, the CEO of Binance. As a former regulator in Abu Dhabi, Richard was instrumental in making the city one of the world’s friendliest places for crypto. Today, he leads the world's largest crypto exchange into the post-CZ era. We talk about the painful lesson of the past year, working with regulators and putting the customer first. We also cover the Nigeria incident, the impact of the ETF, and why he’s bullish about the global regulatory outlook for Crypto. Please enjoy this conversation with Richard Teng. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to the best content to learn more, check out the episode page HERE. ----- Making Markets is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Making Markets, visit joincolossus.com/episodes. Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @makingmkts | @ericgoldenx Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes (00:00:00) Welcome to Making Markets (00:01:47) The Growth of Binance (00:03:21) Crypto Adoption and Regulation (00:03:50) Binance's Business Model (00:06:52) Compliance and Regulatory Challenges (00:19:11) The Role of Media in Crypto (00:26:13) Global Crypto Adoption Trends (00:29:28) Surprising Moves in Crypto Adoption (00:29:50) Superpowers and Crypto Policies (00:31:01) Emerging Markets and Crypto Challenges (00:31:30) Nigeria's Crypto Struggles (00:34:59) Global Crypto Regulation and Cooperation (00:36:07) US Crypto Market and ETF Impact (00:37:32) Crypto Trading Dynamics and User Insights (00:48:00) Crypto Regulation Across the Globe (00:54:30) Future of Crypto and Binance's Vision Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices