Lemonade Stand

Dive into a whirlwind of discussions starting with the chaos of job applications in 2025 and the strange incident of dildos on WNBA courts, highlighting job market inequalities. Explore shocking revisions in job growth statistics and the struggles faced by young job seekers against overwhelming competition. The hosts shed light on CEO pay packages and delve into the intriguing world of Figma's IPO, analyzing the dynamics of investment amidst corporate struggles. It's a mix of humor, critical insights, and personal stories reflecting today's economic landscape.

The discussion kicks off with a humorous take on the 2028 presidential landscape, featuring surprising potential candidates like Joe Biden and Donald Trump swapping party lines. The hosts delve into whimsical scenarios around celebrity candidates while pondering the future of political leadership. They tackle trade tensions between the U.S. and EU, highlighting the fallout from aggressive tariff policies. The conversation wraps up with thoughts on AI's evolving role amid corporate shifts and the economic drama in the UK, blending insights with comedic commentary.

Aidan and his friends dive into the absurdities of political interviews, like Hunter Biden's quirky claims. They also tackle the competitive AI landscape, spotlighting a lesser-known startup's rapid ascent amid big tech dominance. Financial dynamics in tech startups are explored, revealing the contrasting fates of founders versus early employees. On a lighter note, they humorously address the financial woes of Florida's Brightline train service and France's economic challenges, all while emphasizing the importance of community and accountability in public discourse.

Lina Khan, former chair of the FTC and now a professor at Columbia Law, digs deep into antitrust challenges and the evolving role of the FTC. She sheds light on corporate mergers, particularly in gaming, and highlights how they shape consumer experiences. Khan discusses the dark implications of AI in pricing and the significant influence of major players like Amazon on market dynamics. The conversation also emphasizes the need for youth engagement in economic justice and the complexities of regulation in today's tech-driven world.

On this week's show... Atrioc and DougDoug bring up old news and Aiden looks at some creative financial advice.We launched a Patreon! - https://www.patreon.com/lemonadestand for bonus episodes, discord access, a book club, and many more ways to interact with the show!Episode: 19Recorded on: July 7th, 2025Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCurXaZAZPKtl8EgH1ymuZggFollow usTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thelemonadecastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/thelemonadecast/Twitter - https://x.com/LemonadeCastThe C-suiteAiden - https://x.com/aidencalvinAtrioc - https://x.com/AtriocDougDoug - https://x.com/DougDougFoodEdited by Aedish - https://x.com/aedisheditsProduced by Perry - https://x.com/perry_jhNew takes on Business, Tech, and Politics. Squeezed fresh every Thursday.#lemonadestand #dougdoug #atrioc #aiden

On this week's show... Doug orders tungsten cubes for the office, Atrioc signs an executive order, and Aiden looks at a dollar.We launched a Patreon! - https://www.patreon.com/lemonadestand for bonus episodes, discord access, a book club, and many more ways to interact with the show!Episode: 017Recorded on: June 25th, 2025Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCurXaZAZPKtl8EgH1ymuZggFollow usTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thelemonadecastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/thelemonadecast/Twitter - https://x.com/LemonadeCastThe C-suiteAiden - https://x.com/aidencalvinAtrioc - https://x.com/AtriocDougDoug - https://x.com/DougDougFoodEdited by Aedish - https://x.com/aedisheditsProduced by Perry - https://x.com/perry_jhNew takes on Business, Tech, and Politics. Squeezed fresh every Thursday.#lemonadestand #dougdoug #atrioc #aiden

On this week's show... DougDoug shows us a map of Austin Texas, Aiden buys groceries, and Atrioc won't share his snacks. We launched a Patreon! - https://www.patreon.com/lemonadestand for bonus episodes, discord access, a book club, and many more ways to interact with the show!Episode: 017Recorded on: June 25th, 2025Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCurXaZAZPKtl8EgH1ymuZggFollow usTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thelemonadecastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/thelemonadecast/Twitter - https://x.com/LemonadeCastThe C-suiteAiden - https://x.com/aidencalvinAtrioc - https://x.com/AtriocDougDoug - https://x.com/DougDougFoodEdited by Aedish - https://x.com/aedisheditsProduced by Perry - https://x.com/perry_jhNew takes on Business, Tech, and Politics. Squeezed fresh every Thursday.#lemonadestand #dougdoug #atrioc #aiden

On today's show... Atrioc points at a map, DougDoug teaches us to draw, and Aiden gives investment advice.We launched a Patreon! - https://www.patreon.com/lemonadestand for bonus episodes, discord access, a book club, and many more ways to interact with the show!Episode: 016Recorded on: June 18th, 2025Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCurXaZAZPKtl8EgH1ymuZggFollow usTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thelemonadecastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/thelemonadecast/Twitter - https://x.com/LemonadeCastThe C-suiteAiden - https://x.com/aidencalvinAtrioc - https://x.com/AtriocDougDoug - https://x.com/DougDougFoodEdited by Aedish - https://x.com/aedisheditsaProduced by Perry - https://x.com/perry_jhSegments0:00 There's a pattern3:00 No Kings 10:00 Interesting...14:30 The Metals Company19:00 Quick History38:41 Why now?47:00 Cruz v. Carlson54:04 Nukes and the Middle East1:10:02 Big Tech gets recruited1:19:42 How to draw Shrek1:25:49 Lawsuits1:31:59 Corrections1:33:57 OutroNew takes on Business, Tech, and Politics. Squeezed fresh every Thursday.#lemonadestand #dougdoug #atrioc #aiden

This week... Aiden drives around his neighborhood, Atrioc gets his steps in, and DougDoug is as healthy as a horse...We launched a Patreon! - https://www.patreon.com/lemonadestand for bonus episodes, discord access, a book club, and many more ways to interact with the show!Episode: 015Recorded on: June 11, 2025Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCurXaZAZPKtl8EgH1ymuZggFollow usTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thelemonadecastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/thelemonadecast/Twitter - https://x.com/LemonadeCastThe C-suiteAiden - https://x.com/aidencalvinAtrioc - https://x.com/AtriocDougDoug - https://x.com/DougDougFoodEdited by Aedish - https://x.com/aedisheditsProduced by Perry - https://x.com/perry_jhSegments00:00 Horse Electrolytes2:30 LA Protests 14:15 Renewable Energy22:00 Buy Now Pay Later27:30 Gene Editing 40:30 Synthetic Blood45:45 Switch 21:01:00 Cancer Treatment1:08:30 Advancements in Nuclear1:15:30 Minimum Wage Increase1:25:00 OutroNew takes on Business, Tech, and Politics. Squeezed fresh every Thursday.#lemonadestand #dougdoug #atrioc #aiden

This week... DougDoug plays D&D, Atrioc tell us about China's latest dating news, and Aiden get's a new job.We launched a Patreon! - https://www.patreon.com/lemonadestand for bonus episodes, discord access, a book club, and many more ways to interact with the show!Episode: 014Recorded on: June 4th, 2025Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCurXaZAZPKtl8EgH1ymuZggFollow usTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thelemonadecastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/thelemonadecast/Twitter - https://x.com/LemonadeCastThe C-suiteAiden - https://x.com/aidencalvinAtrioc - https://x.com/AtriocDougDoug - https://x.com/DougDougFoodEdited by Aedish - https://x.com/aedisheditsNew takes on Business, Tech, and Politics. Squeezed fresh every Thursday.#lemonadestand #dougdoug #atrioc #aiden