Not Investment Advice 242: “May I Meet You?”, Michael Burry’s AI Short, Elon’s $1T Package and Buffett’s $4B Google Bet
Nov 19, 2025
The hosts dive into a viral meme sparked by Bill Ackman's dating advice, unpacking its cultural context and humor. They also discuss Michael Burry's bearish stance on AI stocks like Palantir and Nvidia, highlighting valuation issues. Elon Musk's ambitious $1 trillion vision involving Optimus robots and new chip demand drivers takes center stage. Additionally, the insight into Buffett's $4 billion investment in Google sparks debate about the tech giant's future in AI distribution. Market trends and liquidity concerns round out the conversation.
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Ackman’s Viral Pickup Line
- Bill Ackman shared a personal pickup line he used: “May I meet you?” which went viral.
- The hosts and internet users turned it into a meme while debating its effectiveness and context.
Leverage Low‑Pressure, Memetic Phrases
- Use odd, low-pressure lines to spark connection, as Ackman’s phrase did via humor and inside-joke appeal.
- Recognize context matters: status, delivery and audience shape whether it works.
Meme Reactions Amplified The Line
- The hosts collected and read popular memes riffing on Ackman's line, showing rapid social amplification.
- Memes ranged from status-based jokes to cartoon and cultural mashups that drove viral spread.
