

The GameStop Stock Cult (ft. Folding Ideas)
Oct 16, 2023
Robert sits down with YouTuber and investigator Dan Olson to talk about the cult that developed around the GameStop Stock shorting movement of 2021. They discuss the evolution of the movement, personal anecdotes, the role of algorithms and influencers, the rise in GameStop stock price, the misconception of a short squeeze, and the psychology behind the belief system. They also delve into the influencers in the financial world, the mechanics of social media, misogyny in the financial success community, Ryan Cohen's involvement in GameStop, and the ongoing GameStop stock situation.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The GameStop Stock Cult Phenomenon and Short Selling
01:58 • 10min
GameStop Stock Price Movement and Identity Theft Protection Ad
11:37 • 4min
Beliefs and Influencers in the GameStop Stock Saga
15:20 • 11min
The Appeal of Magicians and Sponsored Ads for Purdue Global and Sam Soom (Samsung)
26:01 • 2min
Misogyny and Ryan Cohen's Legacy
27:47 • 17min
Ongoing GameStop Stock Situation and Promotions
45:12 • 3min