Lemonade Stand

The podcast dives into the global protests led by Gen Z, exploring the viral use of the One Piece Jolly Roger as a unifying symbol. It highlights how Nepal sparked a youth movement that has inspired protests across Southeast Asia and Africa. Listeners learn about the specific grievances fueling unrest in various countries, alongside insights into the demographics driving these movements. The discussion shifts to the U.S. government shutdown, trade tensions with China, and encouraging trends in global poverty reduction, weaving together themes of activism, economics, and geopolitics.

On this weeks show, we catch up with Primeagen about AI, Tech, and the future of programming. 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: 34 Recorded on: 10/20/25 Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCurXaZAZPKtl8EgH1ymuZgg Follow us TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thelemonadecast Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thelemonadecast/ Twitter - https://x.com/LemonadeCast The C-suite Aiden - https://x.com/aidencalvin Atrioc - https://x.com/Atrioc DougDoug - https://x.com/DougDougFood Edited by Aedish - https://x.com/aedishedits Produced by Perry - https://x.com/perry_jh Segments 0:00 Gavin Newsom 5:00 Who is Primeagen 11:00 AI Poison Pill 23:00 Combating Slop 31:00 How Useful is It? 44:00 AI in Medicine 51:30 When is AGI? 56:00 Profit for AI Companies 1:12:00 SB 53 and Regulations 1:35:00 Energy Requirements 1:41:00 Water Consumption 1:45:00 Future of Programming New takes on Business, Tech, and Politics. Squeezed fresh every Wednesday. #lemonadestand #dougdoug #atrioc #aiden Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's show... Aiden answers a question, DougDoug talks of peace, and Atrioc brought some rocks. 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: 033 Recorded on: October 14th, 2025 Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCurXaZAZPKtl8EgH1ymuZgg Follow us TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thelemonadecast Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thelemonadecast/ Twitter - https://x.com/LemonadeCast The C-suite Aiden - https://x.com/aidencalvin Atrioc - https://x.com/Atrioc DougDoug - https://x.com/DougDougFood Edited by Aedish - https://x.com/aedishedits Produced by Perry - https://x.com/perry_jh Segments 0:00 Announcement 4:28 Shutdown Watch 9:26 The Nobel Peace Prize 18:30 Gaza Ceasefire 35:04 US Israel Recently 47:21 Rare Earth Minerals 1:03:13 China and US Relations 1:13:04 Something Lighthearted 1:27:44 Outro New takes on Business, Tech, and Politics. Squeezed fresh every Wednesday. #lemonadestand #dougdoug #atrioc #aiden Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Please note: For a video version of the podcast, please check it out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/acwCoMV8jTE On this week's show... Aiden invests in the weather, Atrioc buys the Treasury, and DougDoug does his best Bono impersonation. 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: 032 Recorded on: October 7th, 2025 Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCurXaZAZPKtl8EgH1ymuZgg Follow us TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thelemonadecast Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thelemonadecast/ Twitter - https://x.com/LemonadeCast The C-suite Aiden - https://x.com/aidencalvin Atrioc - https://x.com/Atrioc DougDoug - https://x.com/DougDougFood Edited by Aedish - https://x.com/aedishedits Produced by Perry - https://x.com/perry_jh Segments 0:00 Trying to Flip the Curse 3:04 Government Shutdown 4:51 Dept. of Education 7:13 Dept. of Treasury 8:24 Dept. of Housing and Urban Development 10:12 Dept. of Agriculture 13:06 Dept. of War 15:45 Dept. of Justice 17:53 Dept. of Interior 18:45 Dept. of Health and Human Services 20:34 Dept. of Homeland Security 21:48 Dept. of Transportation 28:16 Rapid Fire 32:00 Percentage of Actual Cuts 34:53 Republicans and Democrats 52:21 How long will it last? 1:01:47 H-1B Visas are now $100k 1:21:29 Music Industry vs AI Companies 1:32:45 Outro New takes on Business, Tech, and Politics. Squeezed fresh every Wednesday. #lemonadestand #dougdoug #atrioc #aiden Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steve Eisman, investor and portfolio manager famously depicted in The Big Short, explores the fascinating dynamics of banking and finance. He shares his insights on post-crisis reforms, highlighting how stress tests have fortified banks. Steve dives into the opaque risks of private credit and its implications for the economy, cautioning against speculative investments in collectibles and crypto. He also discusses generational economic hardships, technology's dual-speed growth, and what makes Tesla's stock so volatile. Tune in for his seasoned perspective on today’s financial landscape!

On this week's show... Aiden sparks up, DougDoug uses his expertise on horses, and Atrioc sees the through line.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: 030Recorded on: September 23rd, 2025Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCurXaZAZPKtl8EgH1ymuZggAudio Listeners can hear us:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Yz44z9z3t8VQu4WRmsrs6Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lemonade-stand/id1799868725Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/7d7e1f54-49a3-4082-81e8-f70bfe1ace63/lemonade-standiHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-lemonade-stand-269417962/Follow 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 Wednesday.#lemonadestand #dougdoug #atrioc #aiden Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts dive into Bolsonaro's conviction for election overturning, drawing parallels to Trump. The trade landscape heats up as U.S. soybean farmers face challenges from Chinese tariffs. Youth in Nepal are organizing protests via Discord, sparking significant political upheaval. They tackle the debate around TikTok's data privacy and security measures. France grapples with a pension crisis amid political gridlock, while Norway's elections ignite discussions on wealth tax and capital flight. The conversation is as fresh and zesty as a glass of lemonade!

A lively debate unfolds as hosts explore the intriguing question of which generation deserves the title of 'greatest.' From the hardships of the Greatest Generation to the unique challenges faced by Gen Z and Alpha, they share humorous anecdotes and sharp insights. The discussion touches on the digital divide, societal expectations, and the economic struggles that shape each cohort. With a blend of nostalgia and criticism, they dissect the legacies and realities of past and present generations, making for an entertaining and thought-provoking conversation.

The hosts hilariously speculate on how political shifts could unfold if a major figure were to pass away. They dive into the absurdities of gerrymandering in a fictional city, exploring skewed power dynamics. The conversation then shifts to the challenges posed by census data and the urgency for fair representation. Critiques of presidential power and civil unrest offer a poignant backdrop, as they also examine the complexities of tariffs and housing issues. The absurdity of drug pricing and the role of pharmacy benefit managers adds a critical lens to the mix.

The hosts humorously dissect the most disastrous rebrands in history, starting with Cracker Barrel's controversial modernization. They highlight the risks of changing brand identities with examples like Tropicana and Gap, which left fans scratching their heads. The tumultuous rebranding of HBO is explored, raising questions about consumer loyalty amidst identity crises. In a lively discussion, they also delve into the absurdity of corporate rebranding ventures and the ethics of viewbotting on Twitch, making it clear that a name isn't everything.