

Lumida Wealth : Non-Consensus Invest Beyond the Ordinary
Ram Ahluwalia
Thought provoking conversations with world class leaders in business and investing.
Where are the overlooked opportunities?
How are hard decisions made?
What makes a great investor?
Host: Ram Ahluwalia, CEO Lumida Wealth
Frequency: Weekly
Run time : 60 mins per episode
Previous Guests: Frank Rotman (CIO, QED Investors), Marc Weill (Partner, Two Sigma Ventures), Doug Cifu (CEO, Virtu Financial)
Where are the overlooked opportunities?
How are hard decisions made?
What makes a great investor?
Host: Ram Ahluwalia, CEO Lumida Wealth
Frequency: Weekly
Run time : 60 mins per episode
Previous Guests: Frank Rotman (CIO, QED Investors), Marc Weill (Partner, Two Sigma Ventures), Doug Cifu (CEO, Virtu Financial)
Episodes
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Oct 25, 2025 • 48min
What If This is Goldilocks?
(00:38) How Investors Are Feeling Right Now(04:50) What Bank Earnings Tell Us About the Economy(07:07) Smart Moves in Today’s Market(10:18) What’s Happening in Energy(13:01) Why Small Caps Are Back in Focus(18:52) Policy Shifts to Watch Next(29:35) Inside Figma’s Valuation and VC Returns(31:55) The Rise of Defense Stocks(33:23) The Natural Gas Comeback(36:21) Using AI to Sharpen Investment Strategies(42:37) How AI Is Reshaping Software Companies(47:10) Hidden Opportunities in Financials and Insurance(52:27) Wrap-Up
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Oct 17, 2025 • 1h 4min
Eric Jackson: How Social Media Transformed Investing
(02:56) How Retail Investors and Social Media Are Changing the Game(04:20) Eric’s Experience with @Carvana and AI Models(08:01) Challenges and Strategies in Running a Hedge Fund(12:10) How Social Media Shapes Modern Investing(24:08) Opendoor: A Look at Activist Investing(33:30) Why Transparency in Management Calls Is Important(34:27) The Push for Leadership Changes at Opendoor(36:01) How Social Media Impacts Corporate Governance(38:00) The Opportunity in Mortgage Refinancing(39:08) Vishal Garg’s Leadership and AI Innovations(39:45) Challenges and Public Perception of $BETR(40:44) The Future of Better.com’s AI and Growth Potential(47:37) Eric Jackson’s Personal Story and Activism(50:58) The Drake Campaign and Its Social Media Strategy(57:15) What’s Next for Digital Assets and Treasury Companies(01:01:38) Final Thoughts and Opportunities Ahead
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Oct 16, 2025 • 33min
Bank Earnings: The Cheat Code to Understanding the Economy
(02:54) Market Sentiment and Economic Fundamentals(06:40) Deep Dive into Bank Earnings(12:19) The Future of Stablecoins and Tokenized Deposits(15:38) How Banking and Fintech Are Evolving(18:17) What Is a Goldilocks Economy?(18:29) All About Data Centers(19:57) Highlights from Bank Earnings(20:42) A Look at Financial Stocks(23:58) Opportunities in the Insurance Sector(28:12) Insights on the Energy Sector(30:05) Final Thoughts
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Sep 24, 2025 • 1h 1min
From buying ETH at $1 to building a $3B Ethereum machine.
Andrew Keys, founder of The Ether Machine, shares his journey from buying Ethereum at just $1 to leading a $3B enterprise in blockchain. He delves into the differences between Ethereum and Bitcoin, emphasizing Ethereum's versatile platform. Andrew discusses the challenges of public offerings and the emotional resilience needed to hold ETH. He also unpacks the impact of the Genius Act on stablecoins and tokenization, asserting Ethereum's position as a frontrunner in digital finance. Get insights into the future of DAOs and the evolving landscape of crypto regulation.

Aug 15, 2025 • 1h 4min
Healthcare Stocks: Value Trap or Generational Buy?
Avik Roy, a noted policy analyst and co-founder of the Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity, shares his insights on the healthcare sector's investment landscape. He discusses the rising costs post-COVID and the challenges posed by hospital oligopolies. The impact of AI on healthcare expenses takes center stage, along with a critique of Obamacare's successes and shortcomings. Roy also explores biotech investment intricacies and suggests Bitcoin could be a hedge against inflation, highlighting concerns about the U.S. dollar's stability.

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Aug 7, 2025 • 1h 1min
Stablecoins: The Future of Visa and Payments
In this engaging discussion, Ben Foreman, head of ParaFi and a veteran from KKR and TPG, explores the revolutionary potential of stablecoins in finance. He highlights their ability to reshape banking, particularly for smaller institutions, and emphasizes their role as a bridge between traditional finance and digital assets. The conversation covers shifts in payment systems influenced by fintech competition, the rise of programmable money, and the implications for regulatory frameworks. Foreman also delves into how these innovations are creating winners and losers in the new financial landscape.

Jul 28, 2025 • 17min
Stablecoins, Earnings Season, EVs, Trade Deals
(00:43) – Discussion on Stablecoins and FinTech (01:57) – Economic Perspectives and Capitalism (04:13) – Earnings Reports and Market Trends (09:09) – Blockchain, Tokenization, and Financial Infrastructure
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Jul 11, 2025 • 36min
Banking Bitcoin: Caitlin Long vs. The System
(02:11) The Stablecoin Bill: Potential Winners and Losers(05:06) The Banking System and Technological Innovation(10:28) Community and Regional Banks: Challenges and Opportunities(14:41) Non-Banks and the Future of Payments(18:24) Banking Hierarchy and Fintech Licensing Models(18:41) Trust Companies and Capital Requirements(19:48) Regulatory Challenges Facing Fintech Companies(20:23) “Choke Point 2.0” and Emerging Regulatory Pressures(21:13) Litigation Involving the Federal Reserve(22:06) The Fed’s Payment System and Potential Insider Influence(24:50) Issues in Bank Regulation and Supervision(33:10) Operation Choke Point and Allegations of Regulatory Overreach(34:13) Bitcoin, Gold, and the Case for Financial Discipline
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Jul 9, 2025 • 51min
Community & Capital; Stablecoins; Landman
(06:33) Insights on Public Markets and Finance(11:59) Investment Opportunities in Alberta’s Oil and Gas Sector(17:21) Economic Outlook and Market Dynamics(26:53) In-Depth Analysis of Semiconductor Stocks(28:18) Exploration of Energy Stocks(31:11) Insights into the Insurance Sector(32:43) Opportunities within Consumer Finance(33:25) Trends among Home Builders and the Housing Market(35:02) Global Banking Sector Overview(42:33) Artificial Intelligence in Investing
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Jun 28, 2025 • 52min
Don't Call It a Comeback
The conversation kicks off with a look at current geopolitical risks and their surprising effects on market sentiments. AI-driven trade analysis follows, showcasing how technology is reshaping investment landscapes. The rise of stablecoins and on-chain finance reveals new opportunities in decentralized banking. A deep dive into Norwegian Cruise Lines uncovers investment potential tied to baby boomer spending trends. Insights into consumer stocks, especially in the restaurant sector, add more layers to the discussion, making it a rich exploration of modern investment strategies.


