Investing for Beginners: The Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Rich
<p>“Don’t work to buy liabilities. Work to buy assets, and let those assets buy the liabilities for you.”</p> Description: <p>Most people work for money. The wealthy make their money work for them. In this episode, Jaspreet breaks down the real path to wealth, understanding assets vs. liabilities, choosing between active and passive investing, and creating a system that grows automatically while you sleep.</p> What You’ll Learn: <p>The mindset shift that separates investors from spenders</p> <p>How to decide between passive (set-it-and-forget-it) or active (hands-on) investing</p> <p>The difference between cash flow and appr...
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2025 December 30
If You’re Making $50K–$100K, WATCH THIS Before It’s Too Late
<p>Welcome to the Minority Mindset Show! Want more financial news? Join Market Briefs, my free daily financial newsletter: https://link2.briefs.co/gie</p> <p>Below are my recommended tools!</p> <p>Please note: Yes, these are our sponsors & advertisers. However, these are companies that I trust and use (or have used). The compensation doesn't affect my recommendations or advice. That being said, you should always do your own research & never blindly listen to a random guy on YouTube (or podcast).</p> <p>----------</p> <p>➤ Invest In Stocks Passively</p> <p>1) M1 Finance - Buy stocks & ETFs automatically:</p>...
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E287: What Separates Top Decile Managers from Everyone Else
What separates enduring investment firms from those that quietly break as they scale? In this episode, I talk with Chris Brimsek, Managing Partner of CAB Advisory, about the unseen mechanics behind building durable alternative investment firms. Drawing from his experience as Chief of Staff to David Rubenstein and former COO of Carlyle’s $15B Infrastructure & Energy business, Chris explains why culture, judgment transfer, and succession—not deal mechanics—are the true bottlenecks to long-term performance. We unpack how elite leaders create environments without intellectual hierarchy, why forgiveness builds trust faster than perfection, and how emerging managers can avoid the most common...
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2026 Macro Outlook: The Market Is Sending a Warning After a 3-Year Rally w/ Mark Newton
<p>In this episode of Milk Road Macro, Fundstrat’s head of technical strategy Mark Newton reveals why 2026 is set to be a "choppy" year of consolidation rather than collapse—and identifies the exact months to buy the dip for the next multi-year bull run.</p><p><br></p><p></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>📊 Discover crypto’s onchain S&P 500, check out Reserve’s DTFs.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>🔧 Tools & Channels</p><p>🥛 Free Milk Road Newsletters.</p><p>🥛 Go PRO and become a better investor.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>✊ Follow Milk Road Macro on Social Media:</p><p>👉 Milk Road X...
E289: The Evolution of Private Credit and What Comes Next
Why did private credit secondaries emerge, and what problem do they solve for investors? David Weisburd speaks with Rakesh Jain about building one of the world’s largest private credit secondary platforms at Pantheon, the mechanics of liquidity in private markets, and how seasoned portfolios differ from primary credit origination. Rick explains how diversification, underwriting discipline, and alignment shape risk-adjusted outcomes across cycles. <p>Disclaimer: This episode was recorded in 2025. Market conditions, data, and opinions discussed reflect that time period.</p> <h3>Highlights:</h3> How Pantheon identified the need for credit secondaries Defining the investor value proposition in a nascent ma...
301: Never Too Old for IBC: Mary Hadfield’s Story at 71
Are You Ever Too Old to Start Infinite Banking? Most people assume financial change has an expiration date. In this episode, Richard Canfield sits down with Mary Hadfield (age 71), a mother and grandmother who proves that it’s never too late to regain control of your money. Joining the conversation is Stan Wolny, who has been guiding Mary through her Infinite Banking journey. This is a real client story, straightforward, honest, and deeply encouraging. Mary’s Starting Point: “I Was Intrigued Because It’s Not the Normal Program.” Mary didn’t discover Infinite Banking through a flashy ad or a trendy finan...
Thinking in Frameworks
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You Are Wealthier Than You Think (Average Net Worth By Age 2026)
<p>Welcome to the Minority Mindset Show! Want more financial news? Join Market Briefs, my free daily financial newsletter: https://link2.briefs.co/gie</p> <p>Below are my recommended tools!</p> <p>Please note: Yes, these are our sponsors & advertisers. However, these are companies that I trust and use (or have used). The compensation doesn't affect my recommendations or advice. That being said, you should always do your own research & never blindly listen to a random guy on YouTube (or podcast).</p> <p>----------</p> <p>➤ Invest In Stocks Passively</p> <p>1) M1 Finance - Buy stocks & ETFs automatically:</p>...
You're 1 Move Away From Exploding Your Wealth
<p>Welcome to the Minority Mindset Show! Want more financial news? Join Market Briefs, my free daily financial newsletter: https://link2.briefs.co/gie</p> <p>Below are my recommended tools!</p> <p>Please note: Yes, these are our sponsors & advertisers. However, these are companies that I trust and use (or have used). The compensation doesn't affect my recommendations or advice. That being said, you should always do your own research & never blindly listen to a random guy on YouTube (or podcast).</p> <p>----------</p> <p>➤ Invest In Stocks Passively</p> <p>1) M1 Finance - Buy stocks & ETFs automatically:</p>...
Do You Love the Idea of Investing More Than the Reality? ⎟Ep. 2324
<p>In this episode, Ed and Andrew tackle a question many Kiwis quietly ask themselves: do I actually want to invest, or do I just like the idea of it?</p><p>You'll learn:</p>Why even successful people feel frozen when it comes to building wealthThe psychology of loss aversion and why we fear losing money more than we enjoy making itThe Pride Cycle — and how to tell if you've gotten too comfortableA simple test to figure out if you're ready to invest<p>Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account and Wealth Plan here.</p><p>For more from Opes Partners:</p>Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletter
E284: Why Family Offices Invest Differently w/Robert Blabey
How do family offices approach investing differently from institutional capital? David Weisburd speaks with Robert about building Align, identifying gaps between capital and resources in family offices, and why downside protection shapes every investment decision. Robert discusses private credit, opportunistic investing, shorter-duration strategies, and how collaboration among families creates a distinct and disciplined investment ecosystem. <p>All investment advisory services are offered through Align Private Capital LLC (“Align”). Align is an investment advisor registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Information presented herein should not be construed as investment advice. All investments involve some degree of risk, including the pote...
302: New Dad, New Mission - Garrett Gastil on Family Banking
Banking Will Happen to You, or You Control It (Garrett Gastil) Most people don’t realize they’re “doing banking” every day. They call it car payments, mortgages, credit cards, and lines of credit. Here’s the truth Garrett Gastil shares in this episode: Banking will happen to you, or you’ll be in control of it. Garrett is one of Ascendant Financial’s newest teammates in the United States. He may be early in his practitioner journey, but he is not early in impact. Most importantly, he’s a husband and father who chose to stop outsourcing his financial future. What hap...
Ep 102 - How Real Money Is Made in Agriculture: Production Meets Finance
<p >Pat Shields grew up in the TX Panhandle around farming and cattle. </p><p >He decided to go to Texas A&M and he pursued animal science. </p><p >He worked for an order buying company and salebarns through college and continued to work in the cattle industry after graduation. </p><p >Pat also always loved the finance side of the industry and that’s what led him to Capital Farm Credit. </p><p >Pat provides us lots of insight into both sides of the industry, production and finance. </p><p >Review Wizard:<br>https://www.reviewwizard.io/io-demo486587?am...
Why Sankranti / Pongal Actually Makes Perfect Sense.
<p>Sankranti. Pongal. Lohri.</p><p>Not just festivals — ancient systems.</p><p>🌞 Solar science</p><p>🌾 Harvest economics</p><p>🍚 Seasonal nutrition</p><p>🧠 Mental reset</p><p>Thousands of years ago, India aligned life with nature’s cycles, not calendar dates.</p><p>Before burnout culture, we had balance.</p><p>Before diet trends, we had seasonal wisdom.</p><p>Maybe progress isn’t about inventing more…</p><p>but remembering what already worked.</p><p></p><p>👇 Comment SUN & SOIL if you feel this.</p><p></p><p>#Sankranti #Pongal #IndianFestivals #AncientWisdom #NewIndiaSeries #IndianCulture #VishwasMudagal</p>
E292: How the Former CalPERS CIO Built a High-Performance Investment Culture
How does one of the world’s largest pension funds shift its culture, governance, and investment process at scale? David Weisburd speaks with Nicole about her transition from Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan to serving as CIO of CalPERS, implementing a total portfolio approach, and leading organizational change during a period of market and operational disruption. Nicole shares lessons on governance, board alignment, co-investing, and building long-term investment institutions. <h3>Highlights:</h3> Transitioning from Canadian pension governance to leading CalPERS Implementing a total portfolio mindset within a large, complex organization Why culture and governance matter more than asset allocation labels Breaking down...
Global Stocks at Record Highs, Fed Meeting Ahead, and Commodities Outperform Crypto: PALvatar Market Recap, January 27 2026
<p>🔥 Get FREE ACCESS to Real Vision https://rvtv.io/41fVHWF .</p> <p><br></p> <p>⬜ Welcome to Palvatar Market Recap, your go-to daily briefing on the latest market movements, global macro shifts, and crypto trends—powered by Raoul Pal’s AI avatar, Palvatar.</p> <p>⬜ In today’s update, Palvatar breaks down global markets pushing to fresh record highs as investors brace for Mag7 earnings and a key Fed decision. Asian stocks rallied despite renewed tariff threats, while Europe was lifted by an EU–India trade deal. U.S. data hinted at manufacturing stabilization. Meanwhile, gold and silver surged sharply, crypto...
300: The Powerful Trades Story That Will Motivate You
From mowing lawns for beer money to leading a multi-million-dollar trades company, Cory Brewer reveals the real blueprint behind Beyond Landscaping’s explosive growth. In this episode, Cory joins Jayson Lowe and Richard Canfield to break down the systems, culture, and mindset shifts that helped him scale to 40+ full-time staff and finally step out of day-to-day chaos. If you're a trades or service business owner ready to grow without burning out, this conversation will change how you think about leadership, profit, and control.
Fed Holds Steady, Big Tech Earnings Diverge, and Commodities Surge: PALvatar Market Recap, January 29 2025
<p>🔥 Get FREE ACCESS to Real Vision https://rvtv.io/41fVHWF .</p> <p><br></p> <p>⬜ Welcome to Palvatar Market Recap, your go-to daily briefing on the latest market movements, global macro shifts, and crypto trends—powered by Raoul Pal’s AI avatar, Palvatar.</p> <p>⬜ In today’s update, Palvatar recaps strong risk sentiment as U.S. equities push higher ahead of Mag7 earnings and a Fed decision. AI remains a key driver, with Nvidia, ASML, and Anthropic making headlines, while gold breaks above $5,300 and the dollar weakens further. Consumer confidence data sends mixed signals globally, Asia stays resilient, and crypto ma...
Ep 104 - Built From Nothing: How Brad Pryor Turned Grit Into Rafter P Construction
<p >You’ve probably heard of Rafter P Construction. They’re at all the major events through the year and do a great job of marketing. </p><p >Brad Pryor is the man behind all of it. </p><p >Growing up all he knew was work. He worked to survive and with no experience or skills early on he was doing general ranch work. We all know that can encompass a lot. </p><p >This was crucial for Brad’s success later on. He not only learned construction skills but also work ethic and integrity. </p><p >He eventually went out on...
My Simple Approach To Building A Personal Brand
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304: What’s Really Costing Farmers Control of Their Money?
Farmers don’t ask for easy. Weather. Markets. Fuel prices. Equipment failures. And decisions made far away by people who’ve never set foot on a farm. In this episode of Wealth On Main Street, Richard, Jayson, and Dan Allen sit down to talk about the one thing farmers can control, capital and why that control is becoming more important than ever. Dan isn’t just talking theory. He’s lived this life. And he’s helped more farm families than most advisors will meet in a lifetime. The Hidden Problem on Most Farms Many farm families are asset-rich and cash-poor...
New AI Tool Builds ANY Automation in Minutes (Live Demo)
<p>Send us a text</p><p>This episode is sponsored by https://seowriting.ai/ - Create SEO-optimized long-form content that actually ranks with their super pages feature. Use code HACKPODCAST for 25% off.<br/>---<br/>Tired of complex automation tools that break when you change one tiny detail? <br/>Fed up with spending hours debugging N8N workflows or paying premium prices for Zapier?<br/><br/>In this episode, Aaron from Gumloop demonstrates LIVE how to build a sophisticated research assistant workflow that would take hours in other tools - completed in just 20 minutes using their AI-native automation platform.<b...
Trade Tensions Roil U.S. Stocks, UK Inflation Holds, Asia Mixed: PALvatar Market Recap, January 21 2026
<p>⬜ Welcome to Palvatar Market Recap, your go-to daily briefing on the latest market movements, global macro shifts, and crypto trends—powered by Raoul Pal’s AI avatar, Palvatar.</p> <p>⬜ In today’s update, Palvatar covers a lighter schedule as the team heads to Miami for the Crypto Gathering, while markets grapple with renewed trade tensions. U.S. equities sold off sharply after President Trump’s comments on Greenland and potential European tariffs. UK producer prices held at 3.4%, stoking inflation concerns. Asian markets were mixed amid higher yields, tariff risks, and cautious sentiment ahead of Davos discussions. 🔹 Why tune in? Stay ahead...
Yen Surges, Gold Hits $5K, and Markets Brace for the Fed: PALvatar, Monday January 26, 2026
<p>🔥 Get FREE ACCESS to Real Vision https://rvtv.io/41fVHWF . Currency Moves, Gold Breakouts & Fed Watch</p> <p><br></p> <p>Crypto Gathering 2026 is in the rearview—what a wild ride. As the community heads home (through an epic U.S. winter storm), here’s a quick recap of what’s happening across markets:</p> <p><br></p> <p>💱 Yen strength stuns markets as traders prepare for a possible joint U.S.–Japan intervention. The dollar slumped to a 4-month low, and the yen surged to a 2-month high after rate checks and official comments.</p> <p>📉 Gold breaks $5,000/oz, fueled by a w...
Trump vs Powell: The Battle That Could Break the Fed w/ James Lavish
<p>In this episode of Milk Road Macro, James Lavish joins us to break down the escalating conflict between President Trump and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and why this battle could threaten the stability of the U.S. financial system.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>🤖 AI isn’t a trend. It’s a supercycle. Get 20% off AI PRO this week only.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>📊 Discover crypto’s onchain S&P 500, check out Reserve’s DTFs.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>🔧 Tools & Channels</p><p>🥛 Free Milk Road Newsletters.</p><p>🥛 Go PRO a...
Why Your Rental Is 'Losing' Money (Even When It's Not)⎟Ep. 2330
<p>Your property makes $100 a week in cashflow — so why does your accountant say you lost $33,000 this year?</p><p>In this episode, Ed and Andrew explain the confusing gap between what your bank account shows and what your tax return says. </p><p>Spoiler: they're measuring two completely different things.</p><p>You'll learn:</p>Why cashflow and profit are NOT the same thingHow depreciation can turn a small surplus into a big "loss" on paperWhy a property showing a profit might still be costing you cashWhat you should actually focus on as a property investor<p>This episode cl...
298: Canada’s New Budget | The Hidden Debt Crisis
When Policy Meets Reality “If you think you’re going to bring our trade with the United States down to zero, you’re dreaming.” – Kim Moody Canada’s economy is inseparable from the United States. Nearly 70 percent of our economic activity depends on that relationship. So when the federal government drops a new budget promising $60 billion in savings, public-service cuts, and “sacrifice,” the ripple effect reaches every Main Street business and household. This week on Wealth on Main Street, Richard Canfield sits down with Kim Moody, founder of Moody Private Client and one of Canada’s most outspoken tax experts. Together, […]
Email Marketing SOP Updates for 2026
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E291: Incentives, Not Intuition: How VC Really Works
Why have consumer startups fallen out of favor and why might that be the biggest opportunity of the next decade? In this episode, I talk with Brian O’Malley, founder of Tactile Ventures, about why consumer investing is deeply misunderstood and how AI is unlocking a new wave of products that improve everyday American lives. Brian shares lessons from two decades investing at Accel, Battery, and Forerunner, why incentives—not talent—drive venture outcomes, and how the best consumer companies blend technology, business models, and human behavior. We also explore why AI is moving out of its “toy phase,” why humans sti...
Trading the Markets: January 28, 2026 | Kris Bullock and Nico Brugge
<p>🔥 Get FREE ACCESS to Real Vision: https://rvtv.io/4lRykex</p> <p><br></p> <p>Real Vision's Kris Bullock and Nico Brugge are back to break down the charts and highlight their favorite RV trade ideas before taking questions from the audience. Tune in every Wednesday at 1pm ET LIVE on Real Vision, YouTube, and X. 🔥 Binance is the world’s leading blockchain ecosystem, trusted by over 300M users in 100+ countries. It offers an unmatched portfolio of digital asset products such as trading, finance, Web3, payments, and more. 🔥 Learn more at https://binance.onelink.me/y874/realvison2 📣 Today’s sponsor is Plus500...
How To Turn $5 A Day Into A Million Dollars (Step By Step)
<p>Welcome to the Minority Mindset Show! Want more financial news? Join Market Briefs, my free daily financial newsletter: https://link2.briefs.co/gie</p> <p>Below are my recommended tools!</p> <p>Please note: Yes, these are our sponsors & advertisers. However, these are companies that I trust and use (or have used). The compensation doesn't affect my recommendations or advice. That being said, you should always do your own research & never blindly listen to a random guy on YouTube (or podcast).</p> <p>----------</p> <p>➤ Invest In Stocks Passively</p> <p>1) M1 Finance - Buy stocks & ETFs automatically:</p>...
E293: Inside GEM: How a $12.5 Billion Platform Selects Outlier Funds
How do experienced LPs evaluate venture managers in an increasingly crowded and bifurcated market? David Weisburd speaks with Kate Simpson about her career as a venture allocator, her move to GEM to lead venture investing, and how institutional LPs assess sourcing, portfolio construction, and power-law dynamics. Kate explains how reference calls, fund sizing, access, and long-term relationships shape conviction in venture manager selection. <h3>Highlights:</h3> Kate’s path from the UNC Endowment to leading venture at GEM Lessons learned from fund-of-funds investing and institutional due diligence Why asking the right questions matters more than having the right answers Differentiating be...
How to Grow Your Business’ Profit Immediately
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I Quit ChatGPT. Here's Why.
<p>Send us a text</p><p>LAST CALL: The Prices of our AI Accelerator are going up forever, join before it's too late: https://www.authorityhacker.com/ai-accelerator/<br/><br/>ChatGPT isn't the best AI tool anymore.</p><p>While you've been using ChatGPT out of habit, the AI landscape has completely shifted. OpenAI's CEO called a "code red" as ChatGPT's market share collapsed from 87% to 65% in just 12 months. Meanwhile, Google's Gemini and Anthropic's Claude have quietly become the tools serious business owners actually use. The gap is only widening.</p><p>In this episode, we break down exactly...
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305: The Ultimate Wealth Strategy for Families Who Think Long-Term
For more than three decades, Jayson has quietly built something most people never see coming. No hype. No speculation. No “get rich quick” tactics. Just a boring-looking system that produces extraordinary results. In this special anniversary episode of Wealth On Main Street, Jayson pulls back the curtain on a journey he’s kept mostly private for 32 years and explains why 2026 is the year he’s finally opening the vault. What follows is not an investment pitch. It’s a strategy conversation about control, compounding, and building wealth that lasts longer than you do. A 32-Year Journey That Started With Curiosity When […]
Buy These 7 Investments To Get Paid Every Month
<p>Welcome to the Minority Mindset Show! Want more financial news? Join Market Briefs, my free daily financial newsletter: https://link2.briefs.co/gie</p> <p>Below are my recommended tools!</p> <p>Please note: Yes, these are our sponsors & advertisers. However, these are companies that I trust and use (or have used). The compensation doesn't affect my recommendations or advice. That being said, you should always do your own research & never blindly listen to a random guy on YouTube (or podcast).</p> <p>----------</p> <p>➤ Invest In Stocks Passively</p> <p>1) M1 Finance - Buy stocks & ETFs automatically:</p>...
Your Business is 2-3 Decisions Away from a Breakthrough
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The Quiet Flex: Your Partner’s Mental Health.
<p>This is the flex nobody talks about in India.</p><p>And honestly… most couples miss it. ⚠️</p><p>Not money 💰</p><p>Not muscles 💪</p><p>Not matching couple pictures 📸</p><p>The real flex?</p><p>👉 Your partner feels mentally safe with you 🧠🤍</p><p>In a culture that glorifies sacrifice, silence, and “adjustment,”</p><p>being the one who protects peace is evolved love.</p><p>If your partner can say</p><p>“I’m not okay” 😔</p><p>without fear of judgment,</p><p>without being told to “be strong” or “handle it” , </p><p>that’s a real partnership.</p><p>Because resi...
Why India Needs More PARKS — Not More MALLS?
<p>Why India Needs More PARKS — Not More MALLS 🌳🏬</p><p>🧐 When was the last time you had a picnic in a park? Probably never.</p><p>Malls are everywhere 🛍️, but green spaces 🌿? Hard to find.</p><p>💡 Cities like Tokyo & Singapore put people first — parks, picnics, kids playing. Why can’t we?</p><p>✅ Mumbai → Mahalaxmi Racecourse → soon a huge Central Park-style space 🌳</p><p>✅ Bengaluru → 153-acre Biodiversity Park 🌱 → city’s green revival</p><p>🌟 Parks aren’t luxuries. They clean air, reduce stress, and build community.</p><p>Level up India’s cities:</p><p>1️⃣ Build big parks 🏞️</p><p>2️⃣ Protect green lungs 🌳</p><p>3️⃣ Plan for people, not...
Jim Bianco Explains Why 2026 Marks the End of the Old Economic Playbook
<p>In this episode of Milk Road Macro, legendary macro analyst Jim Bianco breaks down why 2026 is shaping up to be a regime change, not just another turn in the cycle. From immigration-driven population shifts to sticky inflation, AI-driven productivity, and a Federal Reserve with no clean exit, the old models investors lean on are starting to fail.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>📊 Discover crypto’s onchain S&P 500, check out Reserve’s DTFs.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>🔧 Tools & Channels</p><p>🥛 Free Milk Road Newsletters.</p><p>🥛 Go PRO and become a better investor.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~<...
I Lost $45K in 10 Years – Should I Cut My Losses or Ride It Out?⎟Ep. 2326
<p>They did everything "right" — joined a property coaching group, bought an investment property – and still ended up $45,000 down after 10 years. </p><p>In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down what went wrong and how to know when it's time to cut your losses.</p><p>You'll learn:</p>How to tell if your property is underperforming vs just following the marketThe 3-part "Should I Sell?" test to decide whether to hold or move onThe difference between crystallising your losses and falling for the sunk-cost fallacyWhat the "Apartment Ambush" is — and how to avoid it<p>Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account and Wealth Plan here.</p><p>For more from Opes Partners:</p>...
US PMI Misses, Oil Surge, BOJ Holds Rates, and Mixed Crypto Flows: PALvatar Market Recap, January 23 2026
<p>⬜ Welcome to Palvatar Market Recap, your go-to daily briefing on the latest market movements, global macro shifts, and crypto trends—powered by Raoul Pal’s AI avatar, Palvatar.</p> <p>⬜ In today’s update, Palvatar… covers a lighter market recap amid Crypto Gathering buzz. Global equities slipped after U.S. services and manufacturing PMIs missed expectations, signaling slowing momentum. Oil jumped over 2% on geopolitical tensions despite rising U.S. inventories. The Bank of Japan held rates at 0.75% while tweaking growth forecasts. Crypto remained subdued, with large Bitcoin buys offset by notable exchange inflows. 🔹 Why tune in? Stay ahead of market-moving d...
303: Why Traditional Management Fails and What Actually Works
Most leaders believe they’re accountable for results. Michael Walsh disagrees. In this episode of Wealth On Main Street, business coach and author Michael Walsh explains a radical but practical truth: That single mindset shift changes everything. After more than 30 years of coaching businesses to $10M, $50M, and beyond, Michael has seen what works—and what quietly destroys companies from the inside out. And according to him, traditional management is one of the biggest culprits. The Ceiling of Complexity: Why Growth Suddenly Feels Hard Almost every business hits invisible ceilings. At each stage, leaders feel stuck. More people. More problems. More
Why 2026 Will Be a Volatile, Politically Driven Market w/ Mel Mattison
<p>In this episode of Milk Road Macro, fintech executive and investor Mel Mattison exposes the hidden plumbing of the financial system - from "shadow" QE to the collateral crisis lurking behind tokenization - and explains why 2026 will be a stock picker’s market where the easy money has already been made.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>📊 Discover crypto’s onchain S&P 500, check out Reserve’s DTFs.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>🔧 Tools & Channels</p><p>🥛 Free Milk Road Newsletters.</p><p>🥛 Go PRO and become a better investor.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>✊ Follow Milk Road Macro on Socia...
The #1 Thing Every Rich Person Knows (That 98% Don’t)
<p>Welcome to the Minority Mindset Show! Want more financial news? Join Market Briefs, my free daily financial newsletter: https://link2.briefs.co/gie</p> <p>Below are my recommended tools!</p> <p>Please note: Yes, these are our sponsors & advertisers. However, these are companies that I trust and use (or have used). The compensation doesn't affect my recommendations or advice. That being said, you should always do your own research & never blindly listen to a random guy on YouTube (or podcast).</p> <p>----------</p> <p>➤ Invest In Stocks Passively</p> <p>1) M1 Finance - Buy stocks & ETFs automatically:</p>...
Why People in Bangalore, Mumbai & Delhi Are Always Tired?
<p>🚨 Big city warning: If you live in Bangalore, Mumbai, or Delhi — your energy is being drained daily without you noticing.</p><p>This is not laziness.</p><p>This is urban burnout.</p><p>👇 Here’s what big city life is quietly doing to you:</p><p>🚗 Commute is draining you</p><p>2–3 hours in traffic = energy gone before work even starts.</p><p>📱 Your brain never switches off</p><p>Slack. WhatsApp. Emails. Late-night calls.</p><p>Your body rests — your mind doesn’t.</p><p>🏙️ Cities keep you in survival mode</p><p>Noise. Crowds. Pollution. Zero pause.</p><p>Your nervous s...
E290: How LPs Underwrite Venture in 2026
Why does today’s venture market feel increasingly untethered from historical precedent? David Weisburd speaks with Narayan Chowdhury about structural shifts in venture capital, the limits of data-driven decision-making, and how founders and investors navigate an unusually noisy and fragmented market. Narayan shares how access, trust, and long-term relationships are becoming more important as traditional signals lose reliability. <h3>Highlights:</h3> Why the current venture market feels unprecedented and difficult to underwrite Structural gaps in venture data and challenges in finding ground truth The role of access and founder selection in venture outcomes How regime shifts reduce the usefulness of ba...
Ep 105 - When the Side Hustle Takes Over: Turning Passion into Full-Time w/ Dustin & Andrea Glenn
<p >Dustin and Andrea Glenn are both entrepreneurs. </p><p >Dustin owns Dustin Glenn Custom Saddle Shop and Andrea owns Rusty Rose Boutique. </p><p >A lot of people start businesses like these but can’t handle the hardships that come along with them at the beginning. </p><p >They both started small. </p><p >Dustin just started building gear that he used while he was cowboying. He kept playing with it and improving it and pretty soon his friends were wanting to buy some of it as well. Now it’s grow into basically a full time job and cowb...
“You Will Own Nothing” Wasn’t a Warning… It Was the Plan w/ Carol Roth
<p>In this episode of Milk Road Macro, we sit down with Carol Roth to break down the uncomfortable reality behind today’s global economic system and why the loss of ownership isn’t accidental. We explore how years of zero interest rate policy, runaway fiscal spending, and financialization have pushed everyday Americans from ownership into permanent rentership. What’s framed as convenience or progress is, in reality, a structural shift driven by policy choices, not market forces.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>📊 Discover crypto’s onchain S&P 500, check out Reserve’s DTFs.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>🔧 Tools & Channels</p><p>...
How to Tell Your Story in 2026: And WHY You Should
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Is It Bad to Want to Be Rich?⎟Ep. 2325
<p><br></p><p>"I want to be rich" — why does saying that feel like a social mistake? </p><p>In this episode, Ed and Andrew explore why Kiwis often keep their financial goals quiet, and whether wanting wealth makes you greedy or just… human.</p><p>You'll learn:</p>Why NZ culture makes it awkward to talk about wanting more moneyThe difference between wanting to be "rich" vs wanting to be "free"What research says about how people really view the wealthyHow to pursue financial goals without feeling like you're betraying your values<p>Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account and Wealth Plan here.</p><p>For more from Opes Partners:</p>...
Claude's new CoWork Feature has a SERIOUS Problem..
<p>Send us a text</p><p>LAST CALL: The Prices of our AI Accelerator are going up forever, join before it's too late: https://www.authorityhacker.com/ai-accelerator/<br/><br/>The internet is about to become unrecognizable.<br/><br/>While you've been focused on which chatbot writes better emails, the entire foundation of online business is shifting beneath your feet. This week alone: Google launched "Personal Intelligence" that knows your Gmail, Photos, and YouTube history. Anthropic released Claude Cowork. X turned into the world's largest deepfake generator. And Google quietly dropped the Universal Commerce Protocol—which could kill the ch...
The Unglamorous Decisions Founders Make When Cash Flow is Tight
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Do This With Your Money When the Market Crashes (Most Won’t)
<p>Welcome to the Minority Mindset Show! Want more financial news? Join Market Briefs, my free daily financial newsletter: https://link2.briefs.co/gie</p> <p>Below are my recommended tools!</p> <p>Please note: Yes, these are our sponsors & advertisers. However, these are companies that I trust and use (or have used). The compensation doesn't affect my recommendations or advice. That being said, you should always do your own research & never blindly listen to a random guy on YouTube (or podcast).</p> <p>----------</p> <p>➤ Invest In Stocks Passively</p> <p>1) M1 Finance - Buy stocks & ETFs automatically:</p>...
This One Sentence Keeps India Backward ‘Chalta Hai Yaar’.
<p>🚨 This is the biggest problem of India.</p><p>Not lack of talent.</p><p>Not lack of intelligence.</p><p>Not lack of resources</p><p>It’s just one sentence: “Chalta hai yaar.”</p><p>Broken systems? Chalta hai.</p><p>Poor service? Chalta hai.</p><p>Corruption? Chalta hai.</p><p>And slowly, without realising it, we stop fixing problems</p><p>and start adjusting to them.</p><p>Nations don’t fall because people are bad.</p><p>They fall when mediocrity becomes acceptable.</p><p>You can’t expect world-class roads, offices, governance, or results</p><p...
Why Moving Closer to Work Is the Biggest Life Upgrade?
<p>🚨 This might be the reason you’re always tired — and it has NOTHING to do with your job.</p><p>Read that again.</p><p>If you live in a metro city and spend 2–3 hours commuting every day,</p><p>you’re not just losing time —</p><p>you’re leaking energy, health, and mental clarity.</p><p>This is what long commutes actually cost you 👇</p><p>• Constant fatigue, even after sleep</p><p>• Shorter patience with family and colleagues</p><p>• Poor eating and exercise habits</p><p>• Less time to think, plan, or just breathe</p><p>• A feeling that life is...
Is Google's new Image Model OVERHYPED ? (Test Results)
<p>Send us a text</p><p>Is Google's new Gemini 2.5 Flash the image AI revolution everyone's claiming, or just another overhyped tool? <br/><br/>AI influencers are calling it "insane" and "the best thing since sliced bread." <br/><br/>But after 24 hours of brutal testing, we discovered the unfiltered truth.<br/><br/>In this episode, we go beyond the hype. including:<br/><br/>👉 The LM Arena results: Why it jumped 180 points above previous models (15% improvement)<br/>👉 The YouTube thumbnail test: How it handles complex image combinations and edits<br/>👉 The critical flaws: Why it loses context after 3-4 generations and creates...
Do NOT Install Clawdbot (I turned mine off)
<p>Send us a text</p><p>Want to learn how to use AI to automate your business? Check out AI Accelerator: https://www.authorityhacker.com/ai-accelerator/</p><p>An open-source AI agent is buying things with people's credit cards. And everyone's installing it anyway.</p><p>While the AI labs were quiet in January, the underground exploded. Multbot (formerly "Claudebot") gives AI full root access to your computer—and thousands are setting up dedicated Mac Minis just to run it. </p><p>ChatGPT ads are officially rolling out at $60 CPM. </p><p>Google's new 4K video model just embarrassed Open...
The Easy AI Service That Pays $8,000 Per Client
<p>Send us a text</p><p>Want more AI tips & tricks for marketers & business owners? https://www.authorityhacker.com/subscribe/<br/><br/>Want to work directly with us?<br/>https://www.systemstack.ai/<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>What if you could launch a service business that charges clients $4,000 to $8,000 per month? <br/><br/>Traditional cold email is broken. In this episode, we reveal the complete blueprint for an AI-powered outreach system that gets replies and builds a real business.<br/><br/>We show you exactly how to build and scale this service, including:<br/><br/>👉 The A-Z blueprint for...
You Were Trained to Stay Broke — Escape the System & Never Work Again
<p>Welcome to the Minority Mindset Show! Want more financial news? Join Market Briefs, my free daily financial newsletter: https://link2.briefs.co/gie</p> <p>Below are my recommended tools!</p> <p>Please note: Yes, these are our sponsors & advertisers. However, these are companies that I trust and use (or have used). The compensation doesn't affect my recommendations or advice. That being said, you should always do your own research & never blindly listen to a random guy on YouTube (or podcast).</p> <p>----------</p> <p>➤ Invest In Stocks Passively</p> <p>1) M1 Finance - Buy stocks & ETFs automatically:</p>...
The Macro Framework for Investing in the Next Decade w/ Mark Yusko
<p>In this episode of Milk Road Macro, we sit down with Mark Yusko to break down how long-term wealth is created, not through predictions or short-term trades, but through a repeatable macro framework focused on innovation, infrastructure, and non-consensus thinking.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>📊 Discover crypto’s onchain S&P 500, check out Reserve’s DTFs.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>🔧 Tools & Channels</p><p>🥛 Free Milk Road Newsletters.</p><p>🥛 Go PRO and become a better investor.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>✊ Follow Milk Road Macro on Social Media:</p><p>👉 Milk Road X</p><p>👉 YouTube</p>...
Uttarakhand isn’t beautiful because of the mountains , it’s powerful because of the mindset.
<p>🇮🇳 Uttarakhand isn’t beautiful because of the mountains , it’s powerful because of the mindset. 🏔️</p><p>Not a destination. Not a checklist.</p><p>A way of life that stays with you long after you leave.</p><p>Uttarakhand doesn’t welcome you like a tourist.</p><p>It welcomes you like you belong. 🌿</p><p>No questions. No pretence. Just warmth.</p><p>Here, strangers offer chai before curiosity,</p><p>silence speaks louder than words,</p><p>and life slows down — not to stop you,</p><p>but to help you breathe. 🕊️</p><p>Yes, it’s called Dev Bhoomi 🕉️</p><p>...
Mag7 Earnings, AI Stock Surge, Gold at Record Highs, and Crypto Momentum: PALvatar Market Recap, January 28 2026
<p>🔥 Get FREE ACCESS to Real Vision https://rvtv.io/41fVHWF .</p> <p><br></p> <p>⬜ Welcome to Palvatar Market Recap, your go-to daily briefing on the latest market movements, global macro shifts, and crypto trends—powered by Raoul Pal’s AI avatar, Palvatar.</p> <p>⬜ In today’s update, Palvatar recaps strong risk sentiment as U.S. equities push higher ahead of Mag7 earnings and a Fed decision. AI remains a key driver, with Nvidia, ASML, and Anthropic making headlines, while gold breaks above $5,300 and the dollar weakens further. Consumer confidence data sends mixed signals globally, Asia stays resilient, and crypto ma...
Brainstorming New Offers
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Ep 106 - What No One Tells You About Starting & Scaling a Business w/ Dean Lopez & Dax Stokes
<p >Dustin and Andrea Glenn are both entrepreneurs. </p><p >Dustin owns Dustin Glenn Custom Saddle Shop and Andrea owns Rusty Rose Boutique. </p><p >A lot of people start businesses like these but can’t handle the hardships that come along with them at the beginning. </p><p >They both started small. </p><p >Dustin just started building gear that he used while he was cowboying. He kept playing with it and improving it and pretty soon his friends were wanting to buy some of it as well. Now it’s grow into basically a full time job and cowb...
Simplify 3
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How Clean Is ‘Clean Enough’? The Truth About End-of-Tenancy Cleaning⎟Ep. 2323
<p>How clean is “clean enough” when a tenant moves out?</p><p>In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down exactly what the law requires, what “reasonably clean and tidy” actually means in practice, and why so many tenants and landlords disagree at the end of a tenancy.</p><p>You’ll learn:</p>What “reasonably clean and tidy” means under the Residential Tenancies ActWhat tenants often miss ... even when they've cleaned wellWhat happens if you and your tenant can’t agree on the cleaning standard<p>This episode provides a clear and practical guide to cleaning standards at the end of a ten...
299: The Hidden Threat Stealing Your Wealth
Most people feel the pressure long before they understand where it’s coming from. The grocery bill creeps up, mortgage renewals pinch harder, and the paycheck seems to vanish faster every single month. FULL TRANSCRIPT available here → CLICK HERE! In this two-part “Triple Threat” series, Jayson Lowe, Richard Canfield, and Henry Wong sit down to unpack why everyday Canadians and Americans are feeling squeezed and, more importantly, what you can actually do about it. This episode is for the you-and-me crowd: the workers, savers, parents, and business owners trying to navigate a financial system that rarely plays fair. Instead of […]
Great Advice That Doesn’t Work
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Global Stocks Rally, US Economic Resilience, and Crypto Market Highlights: PALvatar Market Recap, January 22 2025
<p>⬜ Welcome to Palvatar Market Recap, your go-to daily briefing on the latest market movements, global macro shifts, and crypto trends—powered by Raoul Pal’s AI avatar, Palvatar.</p> <p>⬜ In today’s update, Palvatar breaks down a global risk-on rally after President Trump eased tariff tensions with Europe, lifting equities while softening gold. Strong U.S. data reinforced confidence, with lower-than-expected jobless claims and an upward GDP revision, as markets await the PCE inflation print. Europe signaled policy stability, UK data surprised to the upside, and crypto held firm, highlighted by BitGo’s IPO and a standout Solana token debut...
2026 Will Be a Roller Coaster Market (Here’s How to Survive It) w/ Michael Lebowitz
<p>In this episode of Milk Road Macro, portfolio manager Michael Lebowitz breaks down why passive investing may fail, why volatility is returning, and how investors should think about risk management, portfolio rotation, and survival strategies in the year ahead.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>🤖 AI isn’t a trend. It’s a supercycle. Get 20% off AI PRO this week only.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>📊 Discover crypto’s onchain S&P 500, check out Reserve’s DTFs.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>🔧 Tools & Channels</p><p>🥛 Free Milk Road Newsletters.</p><p>🥛 Go PRO and becom...
What I Learned Making 100+ Pieces of Content in a Year & The Mistakes You Can Avoid
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297: US–Canada Tariffs: The Hidden Cost to Your Wealth
If Parliament Hill or Capitol Hill can move your wealth, you never really owned it. That single idea frames today’s conversation with Jayson Lowe, Richard Canfield, and returning guest Henry Wong. We tackle tariffs, inflation, business valuation, and why control, not prediction, is the real edge for Main Street entrepreneurs. The Short Version Why Every Tariff Headline Is Really a Valuation Headline Tariffs land in the news as political theatre. On Main Street, they land as math. What actually happens: In the episode, Henry walks through a simple illustration: a 25% tariff can trigger a drop in revenue, a deeper […]
Why Is GARBAGE Everyone’s Problem… Except Ours?
<p>💥 Why does garbage magically stop being our problem the moment it leaves our house?</p><p>In Japan, no bin? You carry it home.</p><p>In Singapore, litter? Heavy fines.</p><p>In India? We throw it on the road… then blame the city.</p><p>🚫 No segregation at home</p><p>Wet, dry, recyclables — all mixed.</p><p>We expect one worker to fix what we messed up.</p><p>🧠 We want world-class cities, but not world-class discipline.</p><p>Results without responsibility? That’s not how it works.</p><p>✅ Segregate at home — fixes half the problem</p><p>✅ Res...
The Property Recovery No One's Talking About [Winners & Losers Revealed]⎟Ep. 2332
<p>House prices are still 15.7% below their 2021 peak. But that national number is hiding a much bigger story — because some areas have already fully recovered, while others are still falling.</p><p>In this episode, Ed and Andrew reveal which parts of New Zealand are the winners and losers of the property recovery. Queenstown-Lakes is now 11% above its peak. Southland is up 8%. Meanwhile, Lower Hutt has been falling for over four years and is down 31% — and it still hasn't bottomed out.</p><p>You'll learn:</p>The 5 areas that have already passed their 2021 peaksWhy Wellington and Auckland are dragging down the...
I Can Do Anything (But I Can’t Do Everything)
<p>Get my newsletter 👉 https://giovanisci.com. I often share videos with screen recordings of the things I mention here. I explore why focusing on one skill creates more impact than spreading yourself across everything you can do.</p>
Your Macro Framework Is Missing the Strongest Signal in the Market w/ Caleb Franzen
<p>In this episode of Milk Road Macro, market strategist Caleb Franzen breaks down why investors feel more confused than ever, even as markets continue to make new all-time highs. Consumer sentiment is near multi-decade lows. Recession fears are everywhere. Yet retail stocks, discretionary stocks, earnings, and market breadth are all signaling strength.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>📊 Discover crypto’s onchain S&P 500, check out Reserve’s DTFs.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>🔧 Tools & Channels</p><p>🥛 Free Milk Road Newsletters.</p><p>🥛 Go PRO and become a better investor.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>✊ Follow Milk Road Macro on Social...
E286: How LPs Can Actually Find Alpha in Venture
How well do venture capital returns really reflect skill versus structure? In this episode, David Weisburd speaks with Abe about what large-scale AngelList data reveals about seed investing, power-law returns, and why traditional assumptions around expected value, conviction, and diversification often break down. Abe explains how adverse selection shapes outcomes, why access matters more than insight, and where data-driven strategies may — and may not — apply in venture capital. <h3>Highlights:</h3> Why venture capital behaves differently across seed, Series A, and later stages How power-law dynamics challenge the idea of expected value The role of adverse selection in early-stage investing Why...
How Grift, Fraud, and Debt Are Creating The Biggest Housing Crisis of All Time w/ Melody Wright
<p>In this episode of Milk Road Macro, housing market analyst Melody Wright breaks down why today’s housing crisis isn’t about interest rates or supply shortages… but about grift, policy distortion, and hidden debt that have quietly warped the system over the last decade.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>📊 Discover crypto’s onchain S&P 500, check out Reserve’s DTFs.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>🔧 Tools & Channels</p><p>🥛 Free Milk Road Newsletters.</p><p>🥛 Go PRO and become a better investor.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>✊ Follow Milk Road Macro on Social Media:</p><p...
I’m Trying To Make This Better
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5 Odd Ways to Rent Out Your Property Faster ⎟Ep. 2329
<p>Struggling to find good tenants?</p><p> In this episode, Ed and Andrew reveal 5 unconventional tenant types that most landlords overlook – from government departments to churches to film studios. These aren't your typical renters, but they might just be the most reliable.</p><p>You'll learn:</p>Why government departments and corporates make surprisingly good tenantsThe quirks you'll need to accept — like no bond and NDA clausesHow churches and transitional housing providers find rental propertiesThe type of landlord these tenants are (and aren't) a good fit for<p>Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account and Wealth Plan here.</p><p>For more from Opes Partners:</p>...
How to Rank on ChatGPT (With Steve Toth)
<p>Send us a text</p><p>Is traditional SEO dead? And is "ranking" on ChatGPT and other AI chatbots the new frontier for traffic and sales?<br/><br/>Many businesses are seeing their search traffic decline, while a new, highly-lucrative source of customers is emerging from AI-driven conversations. But how do you tap into this new channel? And what happens when AI starts giving out outdated or just plain wrong information about your brand?<br/><br/>In this episode, we're joined by Steve Toth, founder of the AI-focused agency Notebook.agency, to break down the new world of Generative...
We Vibe Coded a $16k AI App. It was Amazing & Terrifying
<p>Send us a text</p><p>Thanks to Fatjoe for Sponsoring this episode. Check out their white label Digital PR campaign services here: https://fatjoe.com/pr-campaigns/<br/><br/>Want to work directly with us?<br/>https://www.systemstack.ai/<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>What if you could rebuild a $16,000 web app in under a week without writing a single line of code?<br/><br/>The AI coding hype is exploding, but the reality is more challenging than most tutorials show. In this episode, we cut through the hype to give you the real-world playbook for building a...
The Passive Bid Explained: How Markets Move Now w/ Michael Green
<p>In this episode of Milk Road Macro, Michael Green breaks down the passive bid, the force reshaping modern markets, and explains why price discovery doesn’t work the way most investors think it does anymore. What started as a well-intentioned shift toward index investing has quietly transformed market mechanics, distorted signals, and created a system that rewards flows over fundamentals.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>📊 Discover crypto’s onchain S&P 500, check out Reserve’s DTFs.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>🔧 Tools & Channels</p><p>🥛 Free Milk Road Newsletters.</p><p>🥛 Go PRO and become a better investor.</p><p><br></p><p>~~~~~</p><p><br></p><p>...
E285: The Lower Middle Market: Where Private Equity Still Generates Alpha
What does it take to build an investment firm outside the traditional private equity model? David Weisburd speaks with Jeff Schwartz about founding Corbel Capital Partners, identifying opportunities in the lower middle market, and why structured capital fills a gap left by banks and large buyout firms. Jeff discusses the operational realities of scaling an investment platform, fundraising challenges, and how market inefficiencies continue to shape strategy selection. <h3>Highlights:</h3> The market gap that led Jeff to launch Corbel Capital Partners Why traditional banks retreated from lower middle market lending The difference between growing a firm horizontally versus vertically ...
E288: Inside a PE Fund Ranked #1 in IRR, DPI, and TVPI
How do you raise $875M in one of the hardest fundraising markets in decades and still outperform on DPI, IRR, and culture? In this episode, I sit down with Jesse D. Serventi and Atif Gilani, Founding Partners of Renovus Capital Partners, to unpack what actually compounds in private equity over 15+ years. We break down why staying in the lower end of the lower middle market creates structural advantage, how talent density became their real edge, and why portfolio construction—not deal hype—is the hidden driver of net returns. Jesse and Atif also share how Renovus evolved from three founders doin...
306: The Simple Truth About Infinite Banking
Infinite Banking isn’t about tools or tactics. It’s about controlling cash flow, rethinking money, and building confidence for your family’s future.
How Indians Should Carry Themselves Abroad? (A Practical Guide).
<p>How Indians Should Carry Themselves Abroad? (A Practical Guide).</p>
Death, Dollars and Drama: The Will Mistake That Tore This Family Apart⎟Ep. 2331
<p>Your children will inherit properties — not problems. That's the plan, anyway. But what happens when blended families, second marriages, and complicated ownership structures collide with an outdated will?</p><p>In this episode, Ed and Andrew unpack the messy reality of passing on wealth — including real NZ court cases where families were torn apart fighting over farms and estates. One case saw siblings battle for years over a $2.33 million farm. Another saw a daughter's challenge thrown out after her brother had worked the land for decades.</p><p>You'll learn:</p>How to split assets fairly when you have chil...
She Turned 1 House Into 2 Incomes (Without Buying Another Property)⎟Ep. 2327
<p>What if one property could create two income streams?</p><p>In this Case Study Sunday, Ed and Andrew chat with Felicia and Tom about how a smart Airbnb-style B&B strategy allowed her to generate strong cashflow from a single property.</p><p>You’ll learn:</p>How they used a clever B&B strategy to create two income streamsHow moving during lockdown sparked a new investing strategyWhy she decided not to invest in Australia ... despite living there<p>This episode hows how creative thinking can unlock value without buying another property.</p><p>Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account and Wealth Plan here.</p><p>For more from Opes Partners:</p>...
Ep 103 - What It Really Takes to Start a ProRodeo Company with Chase Love
<p >Chase Love grew up in a ranching family but hard times hit and they had to pivot. </p><p >His parents built businesses in town that Chase has helped grow but his real passion has always been ranching and to niche down even more, bucking stock. </p><p >Chase has been involved in rodeo stock through different ventures for years now and is now apart of Wild Side Prorodeo, a PRCA stock contractor and rodeo producer. </p><p >We talk about the struggles of being a new rodeo company coming on the scene and the dedication it takes. </p><...
GPT-5 vs Claude vs Gemini: 7 Brutal Real-life Tests
<p>Send us a text</p><p>What if the world's most powerful AI model was also the most deceptive?<br/><br/>The GPT-5 hype is exploding, with reports of it crushing every benchmark. <br/><br/>But how does it perform on real-world business tasks? <br/><br/>In this episode, we go beyond the hype. After 12 hours of brutal, hands-on testing, we reveal the unfiltered truth about the new GPT-5 family of models.<br/><br/>We show you exactly what GPT-5 means for your business, including:<br/><br/>👉 The results of 7 brutal tests designed for online business owners. <br/>👉 The critical...
90% of Investors Lose Money – Don’t Be One of Them
<p>Welcome to the Minority Mindset Show! Want more financial news? Join Market Briefs, my free daily financial newsletter: https://link2.briefs.co/gie</p> <p>Below are my recommended tools!</p> <p>Please note: Yes, these are our sponsors & advertisers. However, these are companies that I trust and use (or have used). The compensation doesn't affect my recommendations or advice. That being said, you should always do your own research & never blindly listen to a random guy on YouTube (or podcast).</p> <p>----------</p> <p>➤ Invest In Stocks Passively</p> <p>1) M1 Finance - Buy stocks & ETFs automatically:</p>...
New ChatGPT Stealth Update: Connect ANY App (MCP)
<p>Send us a text</p><p>You're using ChatGPT all wrong.</p><p>Until now, using ChatGPT meant endless copying and pasting between your apps. A newly released feature, MCP connectors, shatters those limitations, transforming ChatGPT into a super agent that can connect to nearly any application, service, or website. This allows it to access information, talk to your apps, and take action anywhere, fundamentally changing how you work.</p><p>In this episode, we’ll show you exactly how to set it up, even if you're not a technical person. You'll discover: </p><p>👉 How to connect ChatGPT to you...
These 3 Areas Will Crash. But This One Will Boom⎟Ep. 2328
<p>Is it a buyer's market or a seller's market right now? </p><p>In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the property clock – a simple way to understand where prices are heading. They also reveal which regions are primed to grow and which ones might lag behind.</p><p>You'll learn:</p>How the property clock works and what each "hour" means for buyers and sellersWhere different NZ regions currently sit in the cycle — from Southland to TaranakiWhy Andrew makes 15-year investment decisions, not 12-month betsThe one region that stagnated for 12 years — and what that teaches us about timing...
REKT Live From Miami: Crypto's Next Catalyst (January 23, 2025)
<p>☀️ On this special edition on REKT Vision, live from Crypto Gathering, Rekt co-founder and Mando Minutes newsletter author Mando is joined by Farokh, president of DASTAN. They talk price action, prediction markets, crypto's next big catalyst, and much more. 📣 Today’s sponsor is Plus500 US. Take your trading to the next level with cross-market contracts, from precious metals to key indices, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned trader in the Futures arena or brand new, Plus500’s user-friendly trading platform offers you the advanced tools, market insights, and quick execution you’ve been looking for.</p> <p><br></p> <p>👉 Get s...
Why Looking Busy Is the New Insecurity?
<p>💼 “The busiest people in your office… often do the least work.”</p><p>📞 Always on calls</p><p>💻 Laptop never closes</p><p>🗓️ Calendar stacked with back-to-back meetings</p><p>📬 Emails piling up, still unanswered</p><p>💬 “I’m swamped!” “Crazy day!” “So much to do!”</p><p>⚠️ Busyness = insecurity</p><p>Drama = meetings</p><p>Noise = illusion of productivity</p><p>🧠 High performers?</p><p>They stay calm</p><p>Quiet</p><p>Focused</p><p>Deep work > shallow chatter</p><p>🎯 Results don’t shout</p><p>They show</p><p>Impact > Optics</p><p>Work > Appearances</p><p>Looking busy feels important</p><p>Being effect...
Rates, Risks, and Reality | Macro Mondays: Jan. 26, 2026 ft. Andreas Steno & Mikkel Rosenvold
<p>🔥 Get FREE ACCESS to Real Vision https://rvtv.io/41fVHWF. Mikkel Rosenvold, partner and head of geopolitics at Steno Research, breaks down the latest forces driving global markets with insights from the annual World Economic Forum, a preview of this week’s FOMC meeting, and an on-the-ground perspective from Real Vision’s Crypto Gathering in Miami.<br></p> <p>📣 Today’s sponsor is Plus500 US. Take your trading to the next level with cross-market contracts, from precious metals to key indices, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned trader in the Futures arena or brand new, Plus500’s user-friendly trading platform...
