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It’s Good to Be Friends with the President: Part Two 11-15-24

In this episode, Scott Becker explores Peter Thiel’s success with Palantir, now up 270% year-to-date, and its connections to market dynamics. He also discusses today’s market dip amidst slowed rate cut expectations and offers guidance on navigating healthcare for serious cancer diagnoses.

The Coming War: Trump, Musk, and Powell 11-16-24

Scott Becker delves into the potential conflicts brewing between Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and Fed Chair Jerome Powell. He explores the implications of government spending, interest rates, and Musk’s approach to efficiency, highlighting how these dynamics could shape the economy and politics in the coming years.

Two Old Dogs Having a Good Day 11-14-24

In this episode, Scott Becker delves into the recent comebacks of Burberry and Disney. After a challenging year, Burberry’s stock is up as its CEO shifts focus back to core products, while Disney rises on strong streaming profits and optimistic guidance under Bob Iger’s leadership.

Aesthetic Trends & Financial Insights with VMG Health 11-14-24

Join Scott Becker as he interviews Lukas Recio, CPA, Director at VMG Health, to explore the current trends and financial impacts shaping the aesthetics space. Discover insights into M&A activity, the influence of weight loss drugs, and key factors affecting practice group variations.

Finding Balance: Competing vs. Enjoying the Game 11-13-24

In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on the challenge of balancing the joy of simply participating in sports with the drive to win, especially as we age. Sharing a recent experience, he explores the internal struggle between appreciating the moment and the competitive urge to avoid losing, even to less skilled players.