Taylor Made Macro

Chase Taylor
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Aug 20, 2025 • 25min

#8 - Book 1: Learn Vitaliy’s Art of a Meaningful Life

No one enjoys being wrong. But I do enjoy having been wrong. This means I am now less wrong, now than I was before. This means I have learned something.--Chase sits down with book in hand to discuss some of the great insights in Soul in the Game: The Art of a Meaningful Life by Vitaliy Katsenelson. Consider this your audio CliffsNotes with anecdotes from the author and from Chase’s experiences with stoicism, challenging your own market theses, and why we should treat everything in our life as if it’s on borrowed time. Timestamps:(00:01) – Intro(01:44) – Put curiosity above conviction and humility above pride (03:47) – No one enjoys being wrong, but…do enjoy having been wrong (05:58) – The rules of an intellectually honest debate (07:56) – Acknowledge our assumptions, acknowledge our own biases. Address the argument, don’t attack the person(10:56) – Pain is a perfect tuner(14:16) – Time discovers truth (15:55) – Accept that our control only lies within (21:45) – Negative visualization helps you realize all the great things in your life are borrowed, not owned  (24:00) – Outro  Referenced in the Show:Soul in the Game by Vitaliy KatsenelsonThink Again by Adam Grant Chase’s favorite Daniel Kahneman book:  Thinking, Fast and SlowBrothers Karamazov: by Fyodor DostoevskyThe Intelligent Investor: Ben Graham Stoic Books: The Wisdom of the Stoics Boxed Set & Discipline Is Destiny: The Powerof Self-ControlPinecone Macro Research aims to provide unique, well researched analysis of the global markets using a macro framework. Find us here: www.pineconemacro.com Follow us and the show on Twitter: @PineconeMacro & @TaylorMadeMacroSubscribe on Substack: https://substack.com/@pineconemacroresearch--Bulwark Capital Management: https://bulwarkcapitalmgmt.com/Disclaimer: --The information provided is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. It should not be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell a security. It does not take into account any investor’s particular investment objectives, strategies, tax status or investment horizon. You should consult your attorney or tax advisor
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Nov 22, 2024 • 59min

#7 - Practice 6: Be Strategically Agnostic Like Rupert Mitchell

Rupert Mitchell, known as 'Blind Squirrel Macro,' is a macro investor and former capital markets banker with vast experience across top firms. He shares his insights on creating a personal library to enhance knowledge and the significance of a generalist approach to investing. Rupert discusses the impact of AI in finance, the strategic use of ETFs, and how living in Australia can offer an edge. He also emphasizes the balance between emotional attachment and discipline in trading, and the timeless relevance of literature in enhancing trading psychology.
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Jul 1, 2024 • 1h 12min

#6 - Practice 5: Use Scenario Analysis like Jacob Shapiro

Geopolitical analyst Jacob Shapiro discusses scenario planning, original news sources, and ranking systems. Topics include global elections, Modi's leadership in India, apartheid in South Africa, and the impact of individual leaders. The episode emphasizes the importance of being prepared for various possibilities in geopolitics.
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Jun 14, 2024 • 1h 2min

#5 - Practice 4: Research as if You’ll Argue Both Sides Like Warren Pies

Warren Pies, an expert in research, discusses the importance of considering all perspectives in forming conclusions. Topics include arguing both sides like a lawyer, the significance of housing and construction in economic cycles, predicting recessions through construction employment analysis, connecting research dots for market predictions, nostalgia for simpler work, and the impact of higher short term rates on the economy.
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May 3, 2024 • 53min

#4 - Practice 3: Find Inflections in Cyclical Businesses Undergoing Secular Change Like Kuppy

In this podcast, Kuppy and Chase discuss inflection investing, spotting cyclical industries with secular changes. They explore the importance of position sizing and taking breaks from the markets. They also touch on travel preferences, cultural analysis of Florida, and evaluating management teams for investments.
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Apr 5, 2024 • 1h 9min

#3 - Practice 2: Sideline Your Ego Like Kevin Muir

Kevin Muir, markets scientist and mentor, discusses staying open to new ideas, systematic investing flows, and the impact of yield curve inversion. He shares must-read books for traders and the importance of adapting trading strategies based on market conditions. The conversation also touches on balancing professional success with personal fulfillment and lessons learned from misjudging tech stocks and regional banks.
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Mar 22, 2024 • 53min

#2 - Practice 1: Use Systems Thinking Like Brent Johnson

Listen to an insightful discussion on systems thinking and market dynamics featuring industry expert Brent Johnson. Explore the evolution from emotional investing to a systematic approach, the impact of liquidity on predictions, and the significance of dollar strength. Gain valuable insights on contrarian views, conference hosting tips, and the value of diverse research perspectives.
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Feb 21, 2024 • 6min

#1 - What is Taylor Made Macro?

Welcome to Taylor Made Macro! This episode is a quick primer to let y'all know who I am, what I do and what this podcast is going to be all about. --Pinecone Macro: https://www.pineconemacro.com/X: https://twitter.com/pineconemacroSubstack: https://substack.com/@pineconemacroresearch--Pinecone Macro Research aims to provide unique, well researched analysis of the global markets using a macro framework. --Disclaimer: --The information provided is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. It should not be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell a security. It does not take into account any investor’s particular investment objectives, strategies, tax status or investment horizon. You should consult your attorney or tax advisor

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