

The Ben and Emil Show
Ben and Emil
Hosted by Ben Cahn and Emil DeRosa -- a licensed Wall Street trader and his skeptical best friend -- The Ben and Emil Show highlights the funnier side of the business, political, and financial world. Ben and Emil dive deep into the hilarious underbelly of our economy. It's an insightful, hilarious, and occasionally chaotic way to learn about finance, business, and politics. Get bonus content on benandemilshow.com.
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Jun 5, 2025 • 1h 20min
BAES 103: Left and Right Unite over hating Palantir
So it turns out Trump loves the deep state after all, and the deep state is...Palantir. ALL my homies hate Palantir and Trump's *alleged* plan to create a comprehensive database on all Americans. We're gonna dive in sweetie. PLUS, we're talking Anduril and Meta teaming up, and Elon got punched in the face by someone.
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That's Cringe: https://youtu.be/dTbEk0pVh2w
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Our episode with *Kyla Scanlon*: https://youtu.be/cIHWkY35cuc
Big Tech is out of ideas (ft. ED ZITRON): https://youtu.be/zBvVGHZBpMw
Arguing with a millionaire (ft. Chris Camillo): https://youtu.be/1ZUWTkWV_MM
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May 29, 2025 • 1h 13min
BAES 102: Tom Cruise versus AI
It seems like it was just yesterday that those janky videos of AI-generated Will Smith eating spaghetti was all over everyone's timeline. Because in a short two years we've now reached the point of no return: AI generated video WITH audio is now completely indistinguishable from real life. Join us as we discuss some example clips and the implications for this rapidly growing technology -- especially for the movie industry. PLUS, we're talking about the crypto kidnapping and torture in NYC. Wild stuff.
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May 22, 2025 • 1h 12min
BAES 101: Was Luigi Right About United Health?
United Health Group is having a bad, bad time. Let us tell you the fascinating and frustrating reasons why the stock recently lost a whopping $200 BILLION in value.
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Our episode with *Kyla Scanlon*: https://youtu.be/cIHWkY35cuc
Big Tech is out of ideas (ft. ED ZITRON): https://youtu.be/zBvVGHZBpMw
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May 15, 2025 • 1h 16min
BAES 100: Is it safe to fly?
Guys, it's bad out there. Like, really bad. It's legitimately dangerous to fly in certain parts of the country depending on who you ask. And that's if you ask people who work in the FAA or air traffic control. So, you know, no biggie. PLUS, we've got the latest updates on China and what it means for the markets.
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Our episode with *Kyla Scanlon*: https://youtu.be/cIHWkY35cuc
Big Tech is out of ideas (ft. ED ZITRON): https://youtu.be/zBvVGHZBpMw
Arguing with a millionaire (ft. Chris Camillo): https://youtu.be/1ZUWTkWV_MM
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May 8, 2025 • 1h 13min
BAES 99: Getting Paid to be Racist
What a week. We're talking about Shiloh Hendrix, the woman who made $600,000 by being racist to a child. We're also talking about the great Warren Buffett, who announced his retirement recently. PLUS, we're covering weird, weird weird Mark Zuckerberg and the latest weird shit he's saying.
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Our episode with *Kyla Scanlon*: https://youtu.be/cIHWkY35cuc
Big Tech is out of ideas (ft. ED ZITRON): https://youtu.be/zBvVGHZBpMw
Arguing with a millionaire (ft. Chris Camillo): https://youtu.be/1ZUWTkWV_MM
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May 1, 2025 • 1h 37min
BAES 98: Memes and Politics ft. Dan Toomey of Good Work
Check out Good Work here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eNptnCkCoVk
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Apr 24, 2025 • 1h 10min
BAES 97: Google Breakup: The internet is about to change
Well folks, the Pope is dead. Anyway now that that's out of the way, we're gettin deep into the HUGE antitrust cases against Google, Meta, and to a lesser extent Amazon and Apple. These cases are massive, and their rulings could change the internet as we know it. It's fascinating stuff!Give this video a thumbs up if you enjoyed it! And please leave us a comment! It helps us!AUSTIN we added a second night! Get tix here: https://www.showclix.com/event/ben-emil-livehxfv1hbDENVER we are coming for you. Get tix here: https://comedyworks.com/comedians/ben-emil-liveTalking all about Kanye, those Aussie twins, Simply Thick John, and more. Sign up and support the show at https://benandemilshow.com🚨🚨🚨 Our Boston video is out now! https://youtu.be/emkpqsqSbF8***LINK TO OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/CjujBt8g***Subscribe to Emil's Substack: https://substack.com/@emilderosa***Trade with Ben at https://tradertreehouse.comOur episode with *Kyla Scanlon*: https://youtu.be/cIHWkY35cucBig Tech is out of ideas (ft. ED ZITRON): https://youtu.be/zBvVGHZBpMwArguing with a millionaire (ft. Chris Camillo): https://youtu.be/1ZUWTkWV_MMWe bought suits HERE: https://youtu.be/_cM1XqA9n2U__NOTION:Get Notion Mail for free right now at https://notion.com/BAES and try the inbox that thinks like you!SHOPIFY:Turn your big business idea into reality with Shopify on your side! Sign up for your one dollar per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/baesGOODR:If you need a new pair of sunnies, goodr is giving our listeners FREE SHIPPING! Go to https://goodr.com/baes and use code BAES for free shipping! Goodr offers a 30 day money back guarantee and 100% satisfaction.MOOMOO:Click this link https://j.moomoo.com/BAES to get up to 30 free stocks from moomoo U.Swhen you make a qualified deposit. Terms and Conditions Apply.Securities are offered through Moomoo Financial Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC. Thecreator is a paid influencer and is not affiliated with MFI and their experiences may notbe representative of other moomoo users.__This episode was edited by Connor Rousseau / @ conrad_roussradFollow us on instagram! @ benandemilshow @ bencahn @ emilderosa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 17, 2025 • 1h 11min
BAES 96: China wants to make a deal...with YOU!
Well well well, if it isn't CHINA. Trying to make a deal with little old US. We always knew they'd come begging for us to buy their various wares and gadgets. And now here they are...TAUNTING us with their dirt cheap shoes, electronics, designer bags, and athleisureware. That's right: they've pulled back the curtain and showed us the Matrix and are offering us poor, brainwashed Americans the chance to cut out the middleman once and for all. But is it legit? Let's find out.Give this video a thumbs up if you enjoyed it! And please leave us a comment! It helps us!AUSTIN we are coming for you. Get tix here: https://www.creekandcave.com/events/ben-emil-liveThis week's bonus episode is one for the record books. Sign up and support the show at https://benandemilshow.com🚨🚨🚨 Our Boston video is out now! https://youtu.be/emkpqsqSbF8***LINK TO OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/CjujBt8g***Subscribe to Emil's Substack: https://substack.com/@emilderosa***Trade with Ben at https://tradertreehouse.comOur episode with *Kyla Scanlon*: https://youtu.be/cIHWkY35cucBig Tech is out of ideas (ft. ED ZITRON): https://youtu.be/zBvVGHZBpMwArguing with a millionaire (ft. Chris Camillo): https://youtu.be/1ZUWTkWV_MMWe bought suits HERE: https://youtu.be/_cM1XqA9n2U__OPENPHONE:Streamline and scale your customer communications with OpenPhone. Get 20% off your first six 6 months at https://openphone.com/baesSELECT QUOTE: Get the right life insurance for YOU, for LESS, at https://selectquote.com/baesMOOMOO:Click this link https://j.moomoo.com/BAES to get up to 60 free stocks from moomoo U.S when you make a qualified deposit + earn 8.1% on uninvested cash for a limited time for new users!! Terms & Conditions ApplySecurities are offered through Moomoo Financial Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC. The creator is a paid influencer and is not affiliated with MFI and their experiences may not be representative of other moomoo users.Options trading is risky and not for all. Read the Options Disclosure Document (https://j.moomoo.com/017y9J) before trading. Options are complex and you may quickly lose the entire investment. Supporting docs for any claims will be furnished upon request. Promo 8.1% APY (as of 12/18/24) for new users only until 03/31/25. Actual APY may differ. Rates may change. Click the link for Bank Deposit List, Cash Sweep and Promo details.__This episode was edited by Connor Rousseau / @ conrad_roussradFollow us on instagram! @ benandemilshow @ bencahn @ emilderosa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 10, 2025 • 1h 16min
BAES 95: What stocks to buy, Tariffs explained, Trump's big gamble
It sucks living in interesting times! We're talking all about what's going on with these damn tariffs, the impact we're already seeing, what it means for YOU, what the billionaire rulers think, and what stocks you might want to consider.Oh and hey! Give this video a thumbs up if you enjoyed it! And please leave us a comment!AUSTIN we are coming for you. Get tix here: https://www.creekandcave.com/events/ben-emil-liveThis week's bonus episode is a DOOZY. Sign up and support the show at https://benandemilshow.com🚨🚨🚨 Our Boston video is out now! https://youtu.be/emkpqsqSbF8***LINK TO OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/CjujBt8g***Subscribe to Emil's Substack: https://substack.com/@emilderosa***Trade with Ben at https://tradertreehouse.com***Leave a comment! Like this video! Tell a friend about our show! We love you!Our episode with Kyla Scanlon: https://youtu.be/cIHWkY35cucBig Tech is out of ideas (ft. ED ZITRON): https://youtu.be/zBvVGHZBpMwArguing with a millionaire (ft. Chris Camillo): https://youtu.be/1ZUWTkWV_MMWe bought suits HERE: https://youtu.be/_cM1XqA9n2U__HIMS:Fellas! Don't lose your hair! Start your free online visit today at https://hims.com/BAESMOOMOO:Click this link https://j.moomoo.com/BAES to get up to 60 free stocks from moomoo U.S when you make a qualified deposit + earn 8.1% on uninvested cash for a limited time for new users!! Terms & Conditions ApplySecurities are offered through Moomoo Financial Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC. The creator is a paid influencer and is not affiliated with MFI and their experiences may not be representative of other moomoo users.Options trading is risky and not for all. Read the Options Disclosure Document (https://j.moomoo.com/017y9J) before trading. Options are complex and you may quickly lose the entire investment. Supporting docs for any claims will be furnished upon request. Promo 8.1% APY (as of 12/18/24) for new users only until 03/31/25. Actual APY may differ. Rates may change. Click the link for Bank Deposit List, Cash Sweep and Promo details.FACTOR:Get started at https://factormeals.com/baes50off and use code "baes50off" to get 50 percent off plus FREE shipping on your first box!__This episode was edited by Connor Rousseau / @ conrad_roussradFollow us on instagram! @ benandemilshow @ bencahn @ emilderosa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 3, 2025 • 1h 40min
BAES 94: Is America Over as we Know it? ft. Kyla Scanlon
Back by popular demand! @KylaScanlon joins us this week to talk about Trump's big tariff gamble, the looming recession, social media breaking our brains, and so much more. Oh and hey! Give this video a thumbs up if you enjoyed it! And please leave us a comment!AUSTIN we are coming for you. Get tix here: https://www.creekandcave.com/events/ben-emil-liveCheck out Kyla here: https://kyla.substack.com/ and on socialsBuy Kyla's book here: https://www.amazon.com/This-Economy-Money-Markets-Really/dp/0593727878This week's bonus episode is a GEM. Sign up for your FIRST MONTH FREE and support the show at https://benandemilshow.com🚨🚨🚨 Our Boston video is out now! https://youtu.be/emkpqsqSbF8***LINK TO OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/CjujBt8g***Subscribe to Emil's Substack: https://substack.com/@emilderosa***Trade with Ben at https://tradertreehouse.com***Leave a comment! Like this video! Tell a friend about our show! We love you!Tesla crashing out: https://youtu.be/JYvzx-WItlQBig Tech is out of ideas: https://youtu.be/zBvVGHZBpMwArguing with a millionaire: https://youtu.be/1ZUWTkWV_MMLatest MEATBALL SPECIAL HERE: https://youtu.be/uIOdsIn1TdoWe bought suits HERE: https://youtu.be/_cM1XqA9n2U__MOOMOO:Click this link https://j.moomoo.com/BAES to get up to 60 free stocks from moomoo U.Swhen you make a qualified deposit + earn 8.1% on uninvested cash for a limited time fornew users!! Terms & Conditions Apply. Securities are offered through Moomoo Financial Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC. The creator is a paid influencer and is not affiliated with MFI and their experiences may not be representative of other moomoo users. Options trading is risky and not for all. Read the Options Disclosure Document (https://j.moomoo.com/017y9J) before trading. Options are complex and you may quickly lose the entire investment. Supporting docs for any claims will be furnished upon request. $0 commission trading is available only to U.S. residents trading in the U.S. markets through Moomoo Financial Inc. Other fees may apply. For more info, visitmoomoo.com/us/pricing. Promo 8.1% APY (as of 12/18/24) is for new users only. The Base Rate is 4.1% APY plus a 4% temporary boost once activated. The actual APY may differ. Rates may change. Enrollment in the Cash Sweep Program is required. See program details at www.moomoo.com/us/support/topic 4_222. APY Booster Rate is effective for 3 months on up to $20,000 once activated. Other terms and conditions apply to the Welcome Bonus. See www.moomoo.com/support/topic4_410 for details. Moomoo is not a bank. Securities are offered through Moomoo Financial Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC.FACTOR:Get started at https://factormeals.com/baes50off and use code "baes50off" to get 50 percent off plus FREE shipping on your first box!CLEAN MY MAC:Keep your Mac tidy with CleanMyMac. Try 7 days free and use our code "BAES20" for 20% off!__This episode was edited by Connor Rousseau / @ conrad_roussradFollow us on instagram! @ benandemilshow @ bencahn @ emilderosa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices