Unhedged Quiz show!
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Dec 30, 2025 
Join John Foley, Editor of the FT's Smarty Pants Companies and Investment column, as he participates in a whimsical quiz with Katie Martin and Rob Armstrong. They tackle quirky questions about Trump tariffs, luxury food prices, and even a playful comparison of Hasbro to Pop Mart's staggering market cap. As the quiz heats up, personal New Year’s resolutions emerge, revealing some amusing goals. John's sharp instincts lead him to victory, but the real fun lies in their banter and wild guesses!
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John's Spectacular Finger Injury
- John Foley describes a horrific finger injury after falling and dislocating his ring finger.
- He references seeing an X-ray where the finger was pointing the wrong way, adding comic sympathy in the quiz.
The 'Taco Trade' And Bond-Market Drama
- The hosts mock the 'taco trade' mania while noting Trump's public reaction to bond market stress.
- Trump described the bond market as "yippee," which became a memorable phrase tied to the trade.
Trump Calls It 'The Nastiest Question'
- The hosts recall Trump calling questions about the taco trade the "nastiest question."
- Both Robert Armstrong and John Foley score points by remembering Trump's colorful phrasing.