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Latest episodes

Nov 15, 2024 • 19min
Donald Trump's Plan for Crypto | Matthew Hougan
Matthew Hougan, CIO at Bitwise Asset Management, shares expert insights on the future of cryptocurrency under Donald Trump's anticipated leadership. He discusses the shift toward a pro-crypto regulatory environment and the growing institutional interest in Bitcoin, particularly with the potential for spot Bitcoin ETFs. Hougan highlights the innovative integration of Bitcoin in professional sports contracts and analyzes the long-term investment strategies amidst market volatility. He also delves into the opportunities surrounding XRP and the ongoing regulatory challenges.

Nov 14, 2024 • 19min
What a Tariff Escalation Under Trump Means for the Economy | Erica York
Erica York, Senior Economist at Tax Foundation, explains why she believes the math behind Trump's proposed plan to replace the income tax with tariffs doesn't add up. York breaks down the revenue differences between tariffs and income tax, the burden on consumers, and the projected deficit implications of proposed tax cuts. The conversation also touches on market reactions to these policies and the broader need for tax reform in the U.S. Hosted by Kyla Scanlon.
The content of the video is for general and informational purposes only. All views presented in this show reflect the opinions of the guest and the host. You should not take a mention of any asset, be it cryptocurrency or a publicly traded security as a recommendation to buy, sell or hold that cryptocurrency or security.
Guests and hosts are not affiliated with or endorsed by Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. You should make your own financial and investment decisions or consult respective professionals. Full disclosures are in the channel description. Learn more at Public.com/disclosures.
Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. There is a possibility of loss with any investment. Historical or hypothetical performance results, if mentioned, are presented for illustrative purposes only. Do not infer or assume that any securities, sectors or markets described in the videos were or will be profitable.
Any statements of future expectations and other forward-looking statements are strictly based on the current views, opinion, or assumptions of the person presenting them, and should not be taken as an indicator of performance nor should be relied upon as an investment advice.

Nov 12, 2024 • 25min
Neuralink Patient on the Future of Brain Implants and Controlling the Internet with His Mind | Noland Arbaugh
Noland Arbaugh, the first patient to receive Nerualink's brain device, breaks down his journey from signing up as a test subject to implant surgery.
Arbaugh explains his newly acquired capabilities that allows him to control the internet simply by thinking. He also talks about the future of Neuralink, pointing to a future where everyone will receive a brain implant to advance their abilities, disabled or not.
The content of the video is for general and informational purposes only. All views presented in this show reflect the opinions of the guest and the host. You should not take a mention of any asset, be it cryptocurrency or a publicly traded security as a recommendation to buy, sell or hold that cryptocurrency or security.
Guests and hosts are not affiliated with or endorsed by Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. You should make your own financial and investment decisions or consult respective professionals. Full disclosures are in the channel description. Learn more at Public.com/disclosures.
Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. There is a possibility of loss with any investment. Historical or hypothetical performance results, if mentioned, are presented for illustrative purposes only. Do not infer or assume that any securities, sectors or markets described in the videos were or will be profitable.
Any statements of future expectations and other forward-looking statements are strictly based on the current views, opinion, or assumptions of the person presenting them, and should not be taken as an indicator of performance nor should be relied upon as an investment advice.

Nov 5, 2024 • 18min
The Economic Impact of Both a Trump and Harris Presidency | Julian Brigden
Julian Brigden, Co-founder of Macro Intelligence 2 Partners, breaks down how Trump’s tariffs and immigration strategies could negatively influence the economy and the stock market, as well as potential headwinds from Harris’ down payment assistance plan.
The content of the video is for general and informational purposes only. All views presented in this show reflect the opinions of the guest and the host. You should not take a mention of any asset, be it cryptocurrency or a publicly traded security as a recommendation to buy, sell or hold that cryptocurrency or security.
Guests and hosts are not affiliated with or endorsed by Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. You should make your own financial and investment decisions or consult respective professionals. Full disclosures are in the channel description. Learn more at Public.com/disclosures.
Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. There is a possibility of loss with any investment. Historical or hypothetical performance results, if mentioned, are presented for illustrative purposes only. Do not infer or assume that any securities, sectors or markets described in the videos were or will be profitable.
Any statements of future expectations and other forward-looking statements are strictly based on the current views, opinion, or assumptions of the person presenting them, and should not be taken as an indicator of performance nor should be relied upon as an investment advice.

Nov 4, 2024 • 17min
The Case for Tariffs as an Economic Policy Tool | Kyle Bass
Kyle Bass, Chief Investment Officer at Hayman Capital Management, discusses the implications of tariffs as an economic policy tool, the current inflationary environment, and the risks associated with investing in China. He emphasizes the importance of national security in economic decisions and the potential for geopolitical uncertainty to influence U.S. investments. Bass also addresses the economic challenges facing the U.S. and offers a perspective on the future growth potential of the U.S. economy. Hosted by J.D. Durkin
The content of the video is for general and informational purposes only. All views presented in this show reflect the opinions of the guest and the host. You should not take a mention of any asset, be it cryptocurrency or a publicly traded security as a recommendation to buy, sell or hold that cryptocurrency or security.
Guests and hosts are not affiliated with or endorsed by Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. You should make your own financial and investment decisions or consult respective professionals. Full disclosures are in the channel description. Learn more at Public.com/disclosures.
Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. There is a possibility of loss with any investment. Historical or hypothetical performance results, if mentioned, are presented for illustrative purposes only. Do not infer or assume that any securities, sectors or markets described in the videos were or will be profitable.
Any statements of future expectations and other forward-looking statements are strictly based on the current views, opinion, or assumptions of the person presenting them, and should not be taken as an indicator of performance nor should be relied upon as an investment advice.

Nov 1, 2024 • 27min
Economist Calls Trump's 'Tariff-for-Tax Swap' Sneaky, Warns of Impending Trade War | Justin Wolfers
Economist Justin Wolfers warns tariffs won't bring jobs back to the U.S. and will hurt the working class. Plus, Wolfers argues GDP is a flawed way to communicate the health of the economy, and explains why he thinks Trump's and Vice President Harris's tax policy proposals are direct mirrors of each other.
The content of the video is for general and informational purposes only. All views presented in this show reflect the opinions of the guest and the host. You should not take a mention of any asset, be it cryptocurrency or a publicly traded security as a recommendation to buy, sell or hold that cryptocurrency or security.
Guests and hosts are not affiliated with or endorsed by Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. You should make your own financial and investment decisions or consult respective professionals. Full disclosures are in the channel description. Learn more at Public.com/disclosures.
Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. There is a possibility of loss with any investment. Historical or hypothetical performance results, if mentioned, are presented for illustrative purposes only. Do not infer or assume that any securities, sectors or markets described in the videos were or will be profitable.
Any statements of future expectations and other forward-looking statements are strictly based on the current views, opinion, or assumptions of the person presenting them, and should not be taken as an indicator of performance nor should be relied upon as an investment advice.

Oct 28, 2024 • 13min
GM Exec on Widespread Adoption of Self-Driving Cars
Anantha Kancherla, Vice President of Advanced Driving Assistance, breaks down the company's Super Cruise technology and the path toward scaling autonomous vehicles.
The content of the video is for general and informational purposes only. All views presented in this show reflect the opinions of the guest and the host. You should not take a mention of any asset, be it cryptocurrency or a publicly traded security as a recommendation to buy, sell or hold that cryptocurrency or security.
Guests and hosts are not affiliated with or endorsed by Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. You should make your own financial and investment decisions or consult respective professionals. Full disclosures are in the channel description. Learn more at Public.com/disclosures.
Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. There is a possibility of loss with any investment. Historical or hypothetical performance results, if mentioned, are presented for illustrative purposes only. Do not infer or assume that any securities, sectors or markets described in the videos were or will be profitable.
Any statements of future expectations and other forward-looking statements are strictly based on the current views, opinion, or assumptions of the person presenting them, and should not be taken as an indicator of performance nor should be relied upon as an investment advice.

Oct 17, 2024 • 14min
Economist Explains Climate Change's Impact on Housing Crisis, Advantages of Renting vs. Buying
Daryl Fairweather, Chief Economist at Redfin, discusses the current state of inflation and its impact on housing affordability, the effects of climate change on housing perspectives, and the challenges posed by insurance companies in the real estate market. She also explores the rental market's stability, the economic trade-offs between renting and homeownership, and the differing housing policies of political candidates in the upcoming election. Hosted by Kyla Scanlon.
(Recorded 10/10/24)
Chapters
00:00 Inflation and Housing Affordability
02:11 Climate Change and Housing Perspectives
05:02 Insurance Challenges in Real Estate
06:15 The State of the Rental Market
08:45 Homeownership vs. Renting
10:27 Diverging Housing Policies in the Upcoming Election
12:38 Daryl's New Book: Economic Cheat Codes
The content of the video is for general and informational purposes only. All views presented in this show reflect the opinions of the guest and the host. You should not take a mention of any asset, be it cryptocurrency or a publicly traded security as a recommendation to buy, sell or hold that cryptocurrency or security.
Guests and hosts are not affiliated with or endorsed by Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. You should make your own financial and investment decisions or consult respective professionals. Full disclosures are in the channel description. Learn more at Public.com/disclosures.
Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. There is a possibility of loss with any investment. Historical or hypothetical performance results, if mentioned, are presented for illustrative purposes only. Do not infer or assume that any securities, sectors or markets described in the videos were or will be profitable.
Any statements of future expectations and other forward-looking statements are strictly based on the current views, opinion, or assumptions of the person presenting them, and should not be taken as an indicator of performance nor should be relied upon as an investment advice.

Oct 16, 2024 • 20min
Airbnb Executive on New Co-Hosting Network, Housing Crisis, and Pricing Trends
Dave Stephenson, Chief Business Officer at Airbnb, breaks down the platform's new Co-Hosting Network, helping hosts find a partner to manage their property.
Stephenson explains the benefits of co-hosting, alleviating property owners from dealing with the hassles of a time-consuming rental business. Stephenson also breaks down economic trends and other updates from Airbnb's 2024 Winter Release.
The content of the video is for general and informational purposes only. All views presented in this show reflect the opinions of the guest and the host. You should not take a mention of any asset, be it cryptocurrency or a publicly traded security as a recommendation to buy, sell or hold that cryptocurrency or security.
Guests and hosts are not affiliated with or endorsed by Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. You should make your own financial and investment decisions or consult respective professionals. Full disclosures are in the channel description. Learn more at Public.com/disclosures.
Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. There is a possibility of loss with any investment. Historical or hypothetical performance results, if mentioned, are presented for illustrative purposes only. Do not infer or assume that any securities, sectors or markets described in the videos were or will be profitable.
Any statements of future expectations and other forward-looking statements are strictly based on the current views, opinion, or assumptions of the person presenting them, and should not be taken as an indicator of performance nor should be relied upon as an investment advice.

Oct 14, 2024 • 18min
Why Rate Cuts Might Not Cure the Housing Crisis | Callie Cox
Kyla Scanlon and Callie Cox discuss why interest rate cuts might not rescue the housing market. They discuss the imbalance between supply and demand, the impact of high mortgage rates, and the role of government intervention and Federal Reserve policies. The conversation also touches on the shifting perceptions of the American dream, particularly among millennials, and the growing interest in alternative wealth-building strategies.
The content of the video is for general and informational purposes only. All views presented in this show reflect the opinions of the guest and the host. You should not take a mention of any asset, be it cryptocurrency or a publicly traded security as a recommendation to buy, sell or hold that cryptocurrency or security.
Guests and hosts are not affiliated with or endorsed by Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. You should make your own financial and investment decisions or consult respective professionals. Full disclosures are in the channel description. Learn more at Public.com/disclosures.
Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. There is a possibility of loss with any investment. Historical or hypothetical performance results, if mentioned, are presented for illustrative purposes only. Do not infer or assume that any securities, sectors or markets described in the videos were or will be profitable.
Any statements of future expectations and other forward-looking statements are strictly based on the current views, opinion, or assumptions of the person presenting them, and should not be taken as an indicator of performance nor should be relied upon as an investment advice.
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