Marc Cohodes, a renowned investor and short-seller, is known for exposing corporate corruption. In a riveting conversation, he discusses his dramatic takedown of Insys Therapeutics and his unusual start by betting against a pinball machine manufacturer. Cohodes shares insights on the mindset needed for continuous success and the emotional challenges of confronting corporate fraud. He emphasizes the importance of focus in investment strategies and critiques current financial regulations while advocating for increased market accessibility for average investors.

Marc Cohodes made a living exposing fraudulent companies, and profiting when their stock prices collapsed. But the life of a short seller is spent on a high wire because executives willing to engage in fraud don't play by the rules when their freedom is at stake. Marc tells the stories of the adversity he's faced holding public companies accountable. Marc recounts the war stories from his shorts of iomega, TCBY, Lernout & Hauspie, Novastar Financial, Jos. A Bank, Bally Manufacturing, Direct Focus, and more.Follow Marc on Twitter: @alderlaneeggsMarc's Mimedx Website: http://petiteparkerthebarker.com/Email the show: riskofruinpod@gmail.comTwitter: @halfkelly

Marc Cohodes, a prominent short-seller celebrated for uncovering major financial frauds, captivates with his insights at a prestigious investor conference. He discusses the emotional rollercoaster of short selling, the critical importance of timing, and the personal risks involved in exposing corporate misconduct. Cohodes also contrasts short positions with successful long-term investments, shares strategies on current market opportunities like Overstock, and emphasizes the need for independent thinking in the investing landscape.

Marc Cohodes, accomplished short-seller and financial bloodhound, is on the ultimate hot-streak. Over the past six months, he has been the sternest critic of FTX, Silvergate, and Signature Bank, all of which either have ceased operations as a corporate entity or will do so shortly. He shares what led him to call out FTX in the summer of 2022 (months before its bankruptcy in the fall) and why he shorted the stocks of Silvergate ($SI) and Signature Bank ($SBNY), which have both collapsed in value (a share of Silvergate trades at less than two dollars and shares of Signature Bank no longer trade after it was taken over by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation on March 12). Cohodes also explains the immense difficulties that short-sellers frequently face, and he shares his opinion on turmoil swirling around the U.S. regional banking system. Over the course of this interview, Cohodes makes several allegations which are solely his own opinion. Filmed the afternoon of March 20, 2023.____Follow Marc Cohodes on Twitter https://twitter.com/AlderLaneEggsFollow Jack Farley on Twitter https://twitter.com/JackFarley96Follow Forward Guidance on Twitter https://twitter.com/ForwardGuidanceFollow Blockworks on Twitter https://twitter.com/Blockworks_____Use code GUIDANCE10 to get 10% off Permissionless 2023 in Austin:https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-2023____Research, news, data, governance and models – now, all in one place. As a listener of Forward Guidance, you can use code GUIDANCE10 for a 10% discount when signing up to Blockworks Research https://www.blockworksresearch.com/____Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter:https://rb.gy/5weeyw____Market commentary, charts, degen trade ideas, governance updates, token performance, can’t-miss-tweets and more. Subscribe to the Blockworks Research “Daily Debrief” Newsletter: https://rb.gy/feusos____Timestamps:(00:00) Intro(14:59) Silvergate and Signature Bank as "Publicly-Traded Crime Scenes"(23:47) Silicon Valley Bank(31:30) Is This Similar to 2008? (Answer: Not Really)(58:43) What Marc Is Working On Now(01:04:18) Blockworks Research(01:05:18) The Dangerous Life Of A Professional Short-Seller____Disclaimer: Nothing discussed on Forward Guidance should be considered as investment advice. Please always do your own research & speak to a financial advisor before thinking about, thinking about putting your money into these crazy markets.

Marc Cohodes, a renowned short seller known for exposing financial fraud, shares his insights on various pressing issues. He discusses the attack on anti-vaxxers and his recent experiences with the FBI. The conversation touches on B. Riley Financial's unethical practices, the detrimental effects of private equity in different industries, and the overall decline of critical thinking in society. Cohodes also highlights the challenges faced by whistleblowers and emphasizes the need for accountability in both finance and politics.