This Week in Startups Downtown Josh Brown & Michael Batnick on Disney+, Peloton, Knicks, podcasting, markets, & more | E1496
Jun 30, 2022
Downtown Josh Brown is the CEO of Ritholtz Wealth Management and co-host of 'What are your thoughts?', while Michael Batnick is the firm's Managing Partner and also co-hosts the same podcast. They passionately discuss the Knicks' ongoing challenges in attracting talent, revealing insightful market dynamics and their takes on Disney's long-term investment potential. They explore the evolution of podcasting as a media business and humorously reflect on their experiences in both basketball and finance, offering a blend of sports commentary and market analysis.
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Knicks Fan Dreams
- Jason Calacanis is a diehard Knicks fan and has a 10-year plan to potentially buy the team.
- He jokes about supporting James Dolan's music career if it means acquiring the Knicks.
Audio's Authenticity
Daniel Ek highlights audio's power as the truest medium. Unlike manipulated mediums like film, audio offers unfiltered reality, exemplified by raw Beatles recordings.
Journalism's Decline
Journalism, driven by agendas and clicks, increasingly lacks objectivity. This erodes trust, pushing audiences towards unfiltered sources like podcasts for independent judgment.