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American Muscle | Group Chat News Ep. 928 Feb 17, 2025

Group Chat News is back with the hottest stories of the week, including all the latest updates on what President Trump has been up to, the USA vs Canada hockey game, SNL, the NBA All-Star game, retail spending plunged last month falling for the first time since August, Him's & Her's stock jumps up after the Superbowl ad, Dutch Bro's stock jolts to new record after 75% profit growth, Washington D.C. housing market plummets as DOGE lays off thousands of federal workers, and Stephen A Smith talks about running for President and much more.

Timeline of What Was Discussed

· Must see TV. (0:00)

· Cutting the power of the Government machine. (2:25)

· Exerting dominance. (5:35)

· Recapping SNL 50. (15:50)

· Does the NBA have a cultural problem? (18:35)

· Let’s talk retail spending. (25:00)

· Dutch Bros is the future of ‘junk’ coffee. (36:40)

· An interesting shift dynamic in DC. (42:50)

· Reading the YouTube comments. (1:02:05)

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· USA vs. Canada hockey: Three fights off of puck drop after American national anthem draws boos at 4 Nations

· The Best Moments From SNL50 - TIME

· US retail spending plunged last month, falling for the first time since August

· Hims & Hers stock sees another spike in trading days after Super Bowl ad

· Dutch Bros Stock Jolts To New Record High on Surprise 75% Profit Growth

· Washington DC housing market plummets as DOGE lays off thousands of federal workers

· Unemployment filings in Washington DC just SURGED +36% in one week to 3 TIMES the 2024 average.

· ESPN host Stephen A. Smith says he would be U.S. president as long as he doesn’t have to campaign

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We're Back! | Group Chat News ep. 927 Feb 13, 2025

Group Chat News is back!!! We have the hottest stories of the week including boots-on-the-ground Super Bowl coverage, the viral Kendrick Lamar halftime performance, the infamous Kayne Super Bowl ad, the Open AI and Elon offers, Gemini AI, CPI inflation, and everyone's favorite WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· Super Bowl 59 recap. (0:30)

· Ye’s tirade. (19:04)

· Billionaire beef. (25:57)

· Dee’s early take on Google Gemini. (30:13)

· Your favorite Executive Order. (34:18)

· Let’s talk inflation. (42:20)

· Winners, Losers, and Content. (46:14)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (55:48)

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· Super Bowl 59 attracts record 127.7 million viewers

· The Switcheroo That Let Kanye West Advertise Swastika Shirts During the Super Bowl

· Elon Musk will withdraw his nearly $100 billion bid for OpenAI if it remains a nonprofit

· CPI inflation just officially JUMPED +0.5% in one month, the largest increase since August 2023.

· Eggflation is back with a vengeance.

· Inflation Heated Up in January, Freezing the Fed

· While January CPI inflation was 3.0%, inflation is much higher in many basic necessities:

· Here’s the inflation breakdown for January 2025

· Costco starts off 2025 with yet another sales gain

· Skechers reaches record growth, but stock tumbles following weak outlook

· Marc Andreessen - The Battle F - Invest Like the Best

· Pali Relief

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Week 3 | Group Chat News Ep. 926 Feb 03, 2025

Group Chat is back with the hottest news of the week, including Kendrick winning 3 Grammys, and the importance of live streamers. How they're only going to get bigger, Lucca gets traded to the Lakers, another Deepseek update, Nvidia's stock falls 6.5% overnight, and we go over all of the Tariffs. We get a defense tech update from Zach White.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· Congratulations to Kendrick Lamar. (0:00)

· An important lesson for Indians. (7:29)

· Grammy’s being tone deaf? (10:41)

· Kayne being Kanye. (15:30)

· The future of streamers. (19:30)

· Reacting to the Luka Doncic/Anthony Davis trade. (21:38)

· What’s going on with DeepSeek? (26:33)

· Let’s talk tariffs. (46:03)

· Information war. (59:09)

· A defense tech update from Zach White. (1:11:43)

· Reading the YouTube comments. (1:16:54)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:18:56)

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· Congrats Best Music Video winners - “Not Like Us” Kendrick Lamar

· Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis trade details

· Does DeepSeek's Breakthrough Help or Hurt Nvidia Stock? 3 Views You Should Know.

· All-In Podcast: DeepSeek Panic, US vs China, OpenAI $40B?, and Doge Delivers with Travis Kalanick and David Sacks

· Don't Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever - Netflix

· Nvidia stock, $NVDA, falls over -6.5% as overnight markets open after tariffs were imposed.

· Canada, Mexico Want America to Feel the Pain of Tariffs Too

· Trump: The Art of the Deal

· Trump tariffs take aim at trade loophole used by Chinese online retailers like Temu and Shein

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This Is Not Financial Advice | Group Chat News Ep 925 Jan 30, 2025

Group Chat News is back with a very special episode! Today we have MarK, the Kathy who created the Kathy Meme coin, and his friend Seymone joining us on the pod, going over how he made the coin and the platform he used to create it. After the interview, the guys stick around for the news including DOGE just announced they are saving the United States a billion dollars a day, an update on Deepseek, gold is up 37%, LVMH revenue is down as profits fall 14%, and of course everyone's favorite WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT!

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Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· This is NOT financial advice. The story of the $Kathy meme coin! (0:00)

· We’re ‘DOGE’ing. (25:27)

· An update on DeepSeek. (35:03)

· Gold to the moon! (49:01)

· Interesting news in the luxury world. (54:34)

· Winners, Losers, and Content. (59:47)

· Reading the YouTube comments. (1:09:33)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:09:58)

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· White House to open media access to podcasters, influencers

· DOGE just announced that they are saving the US Government $1 billion PER DAY, let's break this down:

· BREAKING: Trump admin. to offer ALL 2 Million federal workers a buyout to resign, saving taxpayers around $100 billion

· For the first time in modern American history, an administration is actually attempting to shrink the federal government.

· Bloomberg reports that Microsoft is investigating if a group linked to Chinese artificial intelligence platform DeepSeek obtained data output from OpenAi in 'an unauthorized manner'

· The Federal Reserve has paused interest rates cuts, and kept interest rates the same

· BREAKING: Gold prices are now officially above $2,800/oz, extending their historic run to +37% over the last 12 months.

· Ray Dalio | The All-In Interview

· LVMH revenue down as profits fall 14%

· Starbucks Stock Pops as Turnaround Efforts Lead to Earnings Beat:

· Starbucks plans to cut 30% of its menu

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America First | Group Chat News Ep. 924 Jan 27, 2025

Group Chat News is back with the hottest stories of the week, including everything about the big NFL Sunday night games, Deepseek and why it's such a threat, how America has fallen in love with sports betting, Meme coins, President Trump and Los Angeles officials work on projected timelines to rebuild from the southern California fires and much more.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· Has the NFL become the WWE? (0:00)

· It’s a privilege to go to Manhattan. (14:35)

· Is DeepSeek taking over the internet? (17:18)

· Should sports gambling in America be illegal? (45:20)

· Recapping Trump’s visit to LA and his press conference with Karen Bass. (1:01:17)

· China is playing the long game. (1:10:05)

· RIP Kobe. (1:17:25)

· Reading the YouTube comments. (1:20:20)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:21:17)

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· DeepSeek was built in UNDER 2 months for less than $10 million and it's now #1 on the App Store.

· Nasdaq 100 futures fall over -200 points as markets react to DeepSeek release.

· America Has Fallen in Love With Long-Shot Sports Bets

· President Donald Trump and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass spoke over and corrected each other on the projected timelines on Southern California's rebuild process after the deadly Jan. 2025 fires.

· Lex Fridman Podcast - #386 – Marc Andreessen: Future of the Internet, Technology, and AI

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Group Chat News Ep. 923 Jan 23, 2025

Group Chat News is back! We're going over some of the hottest stories of the week including an update on the tariffs, Trump's big AI announcement, speculation of a possible Bitcoin reserve for America, Warren Buffet is the O.G. meme coin, an update on the TikTok ban, 3 trillion dollars of foreign investment soft committed to the USA, Netflix crushes earnings again and raises prices, and of course WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· Everyone hates their voice. (0:00)

· Doing things for the common man. (1:48)

· What politics is all about. (10:45)

· Trump’s AI announcement. (12:29)

· The waste in the Federal government. (18:57)

· Let’s talk Bitcoin. (23:31)

· Update on the TikTok ban. (34:37)

· Netflix is on FIRE! (46:40)

· Winners, Losers, and Content. (53:36)

· Reading the YouTube comments. (1:04:12)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:05:04)

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· Trump understands fundamentally how tariffs work, but doesn't believe the argument they'll cause higher prices for U.S. consumers

· All-In Podcast - Ted Cruz: Trump's First Week, Texas vs. California, Immigration, DOGE, Greenland

· All-In Podcast - Inauguration Interviews: Trump's Talent, Dem Rebrand & more w/ Whip Emmer, Reps Swalwell & Khanna

· WATCH: Trump holds first news conference, announcing major AI investment

· BLACKROCK CEO: I'M A BIG BELIEVER IN BITCOIN

· Trump and Melania's Meme Coins Hit Nearly $10 Billion Market Cap

· Co-founder of major crypto company Ledger reportedly kidnapped in France

· Netflix’s stock surges as huge subscriber beat goes beyond traction with sports

· Saturday Ratings: NFL Divisional Playoff Games Each Deliver Over 33 Million View

· Trump announces pardon for Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht

· The Strategy to Raise $95M & Transform Retail - Dee Murthy

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God Bless America | Group Chat News Ep. 922 Jan 21, 2025

Group Chats News is back! We have some of the hottest stories of the week including Friend of the Pod Michael Mente’s big donation to the Los Angeles fire relief, Joe Biden officially pardoning Anthony Fauci, Robinhood officially listing Donald Trump's meme-coin, Zuck noticing Lauren's outfit, Trump saying America to take back control of Panama Canal, the Tiktok ban, the media is misleading you. Elon Musk never did a Nazi salute and much more.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· God Bless America. (0:00)

· Riding the optimistic wave. (15:50)

· Don’t let the media dupe you. (23:25)

· Star-studded guests in attendance. (28:15)

· Looking ahead to future executive orders. (33:47)

· What will happen with TikTok? (35:25)

· Legacy. (44:48)

· Help with CA wildfire relief. (47:38)

· Everyone’s pardoned! (50:48)

· Reading the YouTube comments. (58:40)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (59:22)

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· Mark Zuckerberg busted sneaking a peek at Lauren Sanchez’s in-your-face cleavage during Trump inauguration

· Trump says America to take back control of Panama Canal

· The media is misleading you. Elon Musk never did a Nazi salute.

· The Weeknd Joins Billionaires And Celebrities Donating To Los Angeles Fire Victims

· REVOLVE (@revolve) - CA Wildfires

· Email: ilovela@revolve.com (Reach out about CA wildfires)

· Joe Biden has officially pardoned Anthony Fauci.

· Robinhood officially lists Donald Trump's memecoin

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What Happens To LA | Group Chat News Ep.921 Jan 13, 2025

The guys, joined by Zach White, discuss the current state of Los Angeles with the fires and then dive into Mark Zuckerberg on Joe Rogan.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· The guy’s experience with evacuating. (0:00)

· The lack of preparation in LA. (10:17)

· Finding the opportunity within tragedy. (17:08)

· Why career politicians do NOT work anymore. (20:53)

· Organized crime. (26:15)

· Where the fraud will happen. (29:26)

· Optimistic about the future of elections. (33:00)

· Rebuilding your life and how to help others. (40:38)

· What happens to LA? (48:09)

· Staying within the party lines. (55:40)

· Hot takes of Zuck on Rogan. (1:01:54)

· Don’t look at the comment section. (1:13:41)

· Predications surrounding the Inauguration. (1:17:56)

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· Pacific Palisades Fire: Correcting Misinformation About LADWP’s Water System

· 29 arrested in Los Angeles-area fire zones, including burglary suspect "dressed like a fireman," sheriff says

· LA Mayor Karen Bass cut fire department funding by $17.6M

· Newsom Ripped for Going on ‘Pod Save America’ While L.A. Burns

· Joe Rogan Experience #2255 - Mark Zuckerberg - YouTube

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The City Is Burning | Group Chat News Ep. 920 Jan 09, 2025

Group Chat News is back with the hottest stories of the week including the devastating California wildfires, Whatnot raises 265 million in funding, eBay shares soar after Meta allows listings on Facebook Marketplace in USA and Europe, Trump announces 20 Billion foreign investment to build new USA data centers, Zuck announces Dana White as a Meta board member, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman denies sexual abuse claims made by his sister, Meta ends its censorship policy, and everyones favorite WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· The devastating fires in LA. (0:00)

· We are DONE with incompetence. (11:52)

· Rebuilding your life. (16:50)

· Solutions to the fire issues in California. (20:25)

· Stay safe out there Kathy’s. (23:04)

· The future is livestream shopping. (25:50)

· eBay x Facebook Marketplace. (33:19)

· Power Trump move. (36:20)

· Serious claim against Sam Altman. (40:45)

· Zuck’s BIG moves. (43:03)

· Winners, Losers, and Content. (46:46)

· Reading the YouTube comments. (55:32)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (56:20)

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· Fierce Winds, Unrelenting Flames and Rushed Evacuations: The Night Wildfires Engulfed Los Angeles

· These California insurers cut policies before devastating wildfires

· Watch Duty - Wildfire Maps & Alerts

· Livestream shopping app Whatnot raises $265M, pinning valuation at nearly $5B

· EBay shares soar after Meta allows listings on Facebook Marketplace in U.S., Europe

· Trump announces $20 billion foreign investment to build new U.S. data centers

· OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Denies Sexual-Abuse Claims Made by Sister

· Meta Ends Fact-Checking on Facebook, Instagram in Free-Speech Pitch

· UFC CEO Dana White joins Meta's board of directors : NPR

· LiAngelo Ball Is the First Big Rap Story of 2025

· Brad Jacobs - Think Big and Mo - Invest Like the Best

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USA Built On Small Business | Group Chat News Ep. 919 Jan 06, 2025

Group Chat News is back with the first episode of the year! Covering some of the biggest stories of the week including New Orleans attacker likely used common explosive in bombs; FBI to conduct further tests, Army Green Beret behind Las Vegas Cybertruck attack wrote New Year’s Eve letter signaling mental health crisis, Turns out Trump is OK with immigrants, Denmark may regret not selling Greenland to Trump, NYC subways are getting out of hand, and a small AI business idea from Dee plus much more.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· Happy New Year! (0:00)

· Tin Foil Sundays: Cybertruck attack and terror in New Orleans. (4:32)

· The debate around H1B visas. (27:20)

· Failed leadership in America. (44:08)

· Bureaucracy is the deep state. (52:37)

· Dee’s AI small business idea. (1:02:45)

· We are in for an INCREDIBLE ride. (1:09:57)

· Is Greenland for sale? (1:14:40)

· Reading the YouTube comments. (1:19:31)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:21:57)

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· Army Green Beret behind Las Vegas Cybertruck attack wrote New Year’s Eve latter signaling mental health crisis

· Sam Shoemate - Cybertruck Bomber Matt Livelsberger’s Email Reveals NEW Evidence | SRS #155

· New Orleans attacker likely used common explosive in bombs; FBI to conduct further tests

· Congestion pricing in NYC started today. It'll definitely make the city more pleasant, and I'm excited for that.

· Turns out Trump is OK with immigrants – if they help his billionaire friends | Opinion

· Denmark May Regret Not Selling Greenland to Trump

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2025 Predictions | Group Chat News Ep. 918 Dec 23, 2024

Group Chat News is back with our final episode of the year, but don't worry we saved the best for last, we have the 2025 Predictions!

We highlight some of last year's best and worst predictions and make our predictions for 2025.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· Group Chat’s Super Bowl. (0:00)

· Highlighting predictions from 2024. (1:37)

· Winner of 2024. (9:34)

· Loser of 2024. (23:00)

· Content of 2024. (32:22)

· GCP 2025 Predictions

· Biggest Industry/Company Winner. (36:44)

· Biggest Industry/Company Loser. (42:12)

· Biggest Comeback Story. (53:40)

· Biggest Sports Story. (58:11)

· Pop Culture. (1:00:45)

· Rapid Fire. (1:03:33)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:14:44)

· Final War Predictions. (1:20:42)

Related Links/Products Mentioned

· Will We Survive The 2024 Economy? | EP #832

· Whatnot: Buy, Sell & Go Live

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Time Will Tell | Group Chat News Ep. 917 Dec 19, 2024

Group Chat News is back with the hottest stories of the week including, the Supreme Court considering the TikTok Ban, US Senator Cynthia Lummis saying "2025 will be the year for Bitcoin & digital assets, Stanley Recalls 2.6 Million Switchback and Trigger Travel Mugs, In-N-Out Burger’s goal is to provide high-quality food, while also maintaining cheap and affordable meals, Frontier Airlines is now offering a $299 All You Can Fly annual pass for unlimited trips to domestic and international destinations plus everyone's favorite WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· Has Silicon Valley gone full MAGA? (0:00)

· Did the Fed tank the market? (11:06)

· 2025 is the year of crypto! (21:55)

· Will TikTok be banned? (29:27)

· Oh no Stanley! (35:49)

· The Frontier Airlines scam. (39:43)

· Winners, Losers, and Content. (43:23)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (51:48)

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· Stock market today: Dow drops 1,123 points and bond yields soar as markets adjust rate outlook after Fed meeting

· Biden calls for ban on congressional stock trading

· US Senator Cynthia Lummis says "2025 will be the year for Bitcoin & digital assets."

· Supreme Court to Consider TikTok Ban

· Stanley Recalls 2.6 Million Switchback and Trigger Travel Mugs. Here’s What to Know

· Frontier Airlines is now offering a $299 All You Can Fly annual pass for unlimited trips to domestic and international destinations.

· In-N-Out Burger’s goal is to provide high-quality food, while also maintaining cheap and affordable meals

· Suns Announce $2 Concessions 'Value Menu' for NBA Games

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You Never Fight Momentum | Group Chat News Ep. 916 Dec 16, 2024

Group Chat News is back with the hottest stories of the week including an update on the Drones seen flying over New Jersey, TikTok is over, ABC to issue an apology to Trump and forced to pay 15 million to settle a defamation lawsuit, ServiceTitan pops 42% in cloud software vendor’s Nasdaq debut after selling shares at $71, Striking findings from 2024, Obesity dipped in U.S. adults last year for the first time in more than a decade. Trump is sending Bitcoin to the moon!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· Trump Country is alive and well. (0:00)

· Time to lay low. (7:50)

· Tin Foil Sundays: The level of drone fear. (16:21)

· Will TikTok get banned? (21:01)

· Is Apple at its peak? (30:37)

· A HUGE wake-up call for mainstream media. (43:43)

· Shout out to ServiceTitan. (48:35)

· Striking findings from 2024. (55:37)

· Obesity has dipped in US adults for the first time in a decade! (1:07:48)

· Crypto is on fire! (1:16:40)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:31:05)

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· i’m one of a few groups people who know exactly what the drones are in new jersey

· What’s next for TikTok after US court denies plea to pause ban?

· Trump's Cabinet, Google's Quantum Chip, Apple's iOS Flop, TikTok Ban, State of VC with Keith Rabois

· ABC to issue an apology to President-elect Trump and has been forced to pay $15 million to settle a defamation lawsuit.

· ServiceTitan pops 42% in cloud software vendor’s Nasdaq debut after selling shares at $71

· Main Page - Art of the Surge

· Striking findings from 2024

· Obesity dipped in U.S. adults last year for the first time in more than a decade

· TRUMP: "If Bitcoin is going to the moon, I want America to be the nation that leads the way."

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Good Times Are Coming | Group Chat News Ep. 915 Dec 12, 2024

Group Chat News is back with the hottest stories of the week including Tesla shares have jumped 67% since Trump's election victory, everything Crypto, America is the best place to live, owning a football team is the best investment, Luigi Mangione update, the newest TikTok trend to Ignore Kim K, numerous drone sightings in New Jersey don't pose safety concerns and everyone's favorite WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· The rise of the whites. (0:00)

· The most TRANSFORMATIVE administration in our lifetime. (4:11)

· Owing an NFL team is a gold mine. (23:15)

· Go, coach! (27:45)

· The conspiracy surrounding Luigi Mangione. (33:19)

· The trend of ignoring celebrities. (39:39)

· Drones in Jersey. (47:39)

· Winners, Losers, and Content. (49:00)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:02:14)

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· Donald Trump Is Time's Person of the Year 2024

· Caitlin Clark: Athlete of the Year 2024 - TIME

· Tesla shares climb to record, boosted by 67% pop since Trump election victory

· Former Milwaukee Bucks owner Marc Lasry says he is actively trying to buy college football and basketball teams.

· The NFL has approved an 8% sale of the Philadelphia Eagles at a total franchise valuation of $8.3B.

· True crime fans hatch bizarre Luigi Mangione conspiracy theory

· Luigi Mangione reportedly debated using a bomb to kill UnitedHealthcare’s CEO

· Luigi Mangione’s attorney moments ago

· TIKTOK TREND TO IGNORE KIM K

· Numerous drone sightings in New Jersey don’t pose safety concern, governor says

· Athletic Nicotine - Next-level nicotine for the winner in all of us

· Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was... - Netflix

· Marc Andreessen on AI, Tech, C - Honestly with Bari Weiss

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It's Very Suspicious | Group Chat News Ep. 914 Dec 09, 2024

Group Chat News is back with Ryan Tierney, founder of Lo Siento who is here to tell us about the world's first cinnamon-infused tequila. Ryan hangs out with us for the news including an Art Basil recap, Tim Walts's daughter reveals her big red flag for dating, everything news and tin foil hat on the United Health CEO murder, Bashar al-Assad's location is revealed after Syrian despot flees country and resigns following collapse of his regime, Jay-Z's response to the rape allegations connected with a minor and Diddy, plus much more.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· “It feels like Christmas!” Ryan Tierney, founder of Lo Siento, joins the pod to discuss their newest infused tequila. (0:00)

· Recapping Art Basil. (10:18)

· A major red flag in dating. (20:01)

· Tin foil Sundays: UnitedHealthcare CEO assassination. (34:58)

· World superpower. (49:09)

· The internet is ON Jay-Z. (58:18)

· Questioning ones rise to stardom. (1:11:26)

· Reading the YouTube comments. (1:22:56)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:23:31)

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· Lo Siento Tequila ** Code GROUPCHAT20 for 20% site-wide discount. **

· Tim Walt’s daughter Hope reveals her ‘litmus test’ for ‘guys who follow Joe Rogan’ on Instagram

· New Image Shows Suspect in C.E.O. Shooting in Back of Taxi

· Sleuths think they know why UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's assassin had Monopoly money

· Palantir's CEO warns the US is facing a 'legitimation crisis' as defense experts meet at Reagan forum

· Bashar al-Assad's location is revealed after Syrian despot flees country and resigns following collapse of his regime

· Jay-Z accused of raping 13-year-old girl with Diddy after MTV VMAs in shock civil lawsuit

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· (@ryanctierney) Instagram

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100 Billion Of Nonsense | Group Chat News Ep. 913 Dec 02, 2024

Group Chat News is back with the hottest stories of the week, including the guy's recap of the holiday weekend, Black Friday numbers, NFL record numbers for Thanksgiving, Kai Cenat streamathon, Sriram Krishnan's talks with Elon to join DOGE, and much more.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· Recapping the guy’s holiday breaks. (0:00)

· The Black Friday numbers are in! (13:45)

· The marketplace wild, wild west. (22:18)

· Football ratings to the moon and the new era of sports media. (35:35)

· Kai Cenat is the BIGGEST star on the planet. (54:30)

· Donald Trump might be the ONLY chance for change in our lifetime. (1:03:49)

· Reading the YouTube comments. (1:23:50)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:24:27)

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· For big-box retailers, one of the longest-running experiments is shrinking

· Surge of online spending means more Americans stay home on Black Friday

· Black Friday Online Sales Approach $11 Billion Up 10%, As In-Store Traffic Falls 8%

· NFL Thanksgiving TV ratings: Cowboys-Giants deliver most-watched game of 2024 season

· Sriram Krishnan is leaving Andreessen Horowitz and is reportedly in talks to join Elon Musk at DOGE

· CreativityFlow speaker series this Wed 12/4 in Laguna Beach. ** Get a special discount ticket when using KATHY promo code. **

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Inflate Everything | Group Chat News Ep. 912 Nov 28, 2024

Group Chat News is back with a special holiday episode with special guest Taylor Offer and the hottest news of the week including Thanksgiving fun facts, Trump calls for 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, customers are quitting luxury brands as price hikes go too far, Walmart rolls back DEI programs, Tesela excluded from EV buyer credits in California proposal, Kendric Lamar projected to go number one on music charts blocking the Wicked soundtrack, get off the plane like grown-ups and everyone's favorite WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· The loveable, hateable, Taylor Offer joins the pod to discuss what he’s been up to. (0:00)

· Seeing the HUGE shift in spending. (5:31)

· Fun facts about Thanksgiving. (10:41)

· The tariffs are here! (21:37)

· Walmart rolls back DEI programs. (28:24)

· You need a Portnoy character. (31:40)

· In pop culture news… (36:49)

· The stark difference of being in the front vs. back of the plane. (38:32)

· Winners, Losers, and Content. (49:36)

· Reading the YouTube comments. (58:17)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:00:27)

Related Links/Products Mentioned

· Thanksgiving Fun Facts

· Trump calls for 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico

· Walmart Rolls Back DEI Programs

· Tesla Excluded From EV Buyer Credits in California Proposal

· Kendrick Lamar's GNX will block the Wicked soundtrack from going #1

· 'Wicked' Box Office: All the Records the Movie Musical Shattered on Opening Weekend

· Let’s All Take a Breath and Get Off the Plane Like Grown-Ups

· SeatGuru - Airline Seat Maps, Flights shopping and Flight information

· Brazil lawmaker proposes $18 BILLION Bitcoin Sovereign Reserve

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· (@tayloroffer) Instagram

· Website

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Price Is Everything | Group Chat News Ep. 911 Nov 25, 2024

Group Chat News is back and we're reviewing the week's hottest topics. Including, holiday shopping, NBA ratings down, Scott Storch on Joe Rogan, Jersey Mikes sold for 8 Billion, Olive & June bought for 240 million, Waymo changing to a Chinese auto manufacturer, Bitcoin and Barack Obama plus much more.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· Forecasting retail numbers heading into Black Friday. (0:00)

· NBA ratings are down. Is it strictly an NBA problem or a bad sign for sports? (14:28)

· Hot content! (23:09)

· Epilepsy is a bitch. (26:28)

· Make a REALLY good product and the people will come. (28:15)

· Olive & June’s BIG exit. (33:13)

· Waymo’s toast! (36:40)

· Let’s talk Crypto. (37:53)

· The smart people have entered the US government. (51:50)

· Don’t judge a book by its cover. (1:01:15)

· Reading the YouTube comments. (1:10:24)

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· Shoppers Are Picky Heading Into Black Friday. Retailers Could Win or Lose Big.

· Joe Rogan Experience #2233 - Scott Storch - YouTube

· At 17, he bought a sandwich shop for $125,000—he renamed it Jersey Mike's and just sold it for $8 billion

· Olive & June to be acquired by Hydro Flask owner for $240M

· Waymo is changing to a Chinese auto manufacturer??

· Do Dems Need to Break Up with the Legacy Media?

Barack Obama shares personal stories & experiences: Family, leadership, sports & marriage |The Pivot

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Epilepsy Is A Bitch | Group Chat News Ep. 910 Nov 19, 2024

Group Chat News is back with a special episode for Epilepsy Awareness Month.

Anand and his wife Amanda brought their friends Kate and Colleen, who also have children with Epilepsy. They have decided to make a difference for their own families and to help as many other families as possible. Today, they dive into many topics, sharing their unique stories and spreading awareness on Epilepsy and how you can help.

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We're All Family | Group Chat News Ep 909 Nov 18, 2024

Group Chat News is back and Andrew Pfaff, Drama's dad, is joining us from Ohio. We recap both the Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight and UFC 309. We then dive into the news around the presidency and the hottest event of the year Complexcon!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· Recapping Paul vs. Tyson/UFC 309. (1:35)

· Back by popular demand, Andrew Pfaff (Drama’s dad) joins the pod. (18:13)

o Not that Trump won, but the Democrats lost. (26:13)

o Prime is the new Stanley cup. (39:58)

o Having a sense of optimism. (42:18)

o What makes a city liberal? (43:25)

o Why is the country resonating with Trump? (47:06)

· Hot takes from Complex Con 2024. (1:03:14)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:24:01)

· We are all family. (1:27:08)

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· Netflix said a record 60 million households worldwide tuned in for Jake Paul versus Mike Tyson fight

· The real risks of Trump’s potential Cabinet

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It's All Momentum | Group Chat News Ep: 908 Nov 11, 2024

Tonight on Group Chat News, we discuss the future of America following the election results and some killer third-quarter earnings.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· Make America Great Again. (0:00)

· Pessimists don’t make money, optimists do. (7:21)

· Finding the moment. (20:22)

· Seizing the opportunity. (27:51)

· Becoming swampy. (43:24)

· Course correcting. (50:42)

· Vuori is on FIRE! (1:02:44)

· Revolve is CRUSHING! (1:08:27)

· Reading the YouTube comments. (1:10:32)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:14:15)

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· Bitcoin hits $80,000 for the first time as crypto traders bask in Trump election victory

· Trump ‘most likely’ needs 60 votes in Senate to enact tariff plan, Sen. Rick Scott suggests

· Trump takes aim at Newsom for plan to protect California from his policies

· Airbnb Stock Tumbles, Expedia Jumps As Both Travel Firms Post Mixed Q3 Results

· How Kamala Harris Plowed Through $1 Billion and Still Lost to Donald Trump

· Art of the Surge - Apple TV

· Vuori Valued at $5.5 Billion in New Round of Investment

· Revolve Group (RVLV) Q3 Earnings and Revenues Beat Estimates

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Back To Basics | Group Chat News Ep. 907 Nov 07, 2024

Today on Group Chat News we are reviewing the election results with Zach White.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· Biggest takeaway from the election results. (0:00)

· How mainstream media overplayed their hand. (8:39)

· Democrats need a complete rehaul. (12:58)

· What’s in Trump’s best interest? (16:30)

· The Elon Musk effect. (19:30)

· Being optimistic. (26:10)

· Moving forward. (32:31)

· Taking advantage of what’s in front of us. (34:19)

· Missing the mark. (37:00)

· Freedom of speech. (39:17)

· Common sense has returned to California. (43:30)

· Innovation society. (46:50)

· The value of thinking differently. (55:35)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (59:02)

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· 20 Million Dem Votes Are Missing From 2020 To 2024. Where’d They Go?

· Elon Musk bet big on Trump. Here's what he stands to gain - CNN

· This hilarious SNL post-election sketch from 2016 still holds up after Trump’s re-election

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The Path To 270 | Group Chat News Ep. 906 Nov 04, 2024

Group Chat News is back and we have an exceptional interview with Sneaker Steve, the founder and CEO of Ales Grey. He announces his new shoe made 100% in the USA and Steve has a 50% off deal for the Kathy's. After the interview, we dive 100% into the election as we are days away from finding out who the new president will be.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· A Group Chat exclusive interview with Sneaker Steve, the founder and CEO of Ales Grey. He has a HUGGGGEE announcement for all Kathys. (0:00)

· Feeling anxious leading up to Nov. 5th. (11:37)

· The Path to 270. (18:23)

· Speculating on what will happen post-election. (36:25)

· Which party had more missteps? (54:10)

· Final thoughts on this coming election. (57:10)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:06:53)

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· Get the new Ales Grey Frontline Pro 3

· Nearly $1 billion has been spent on political ads over the last week

· Trump Pushes to Boost Turnout Among Young Men, Harris Focuses on Female Voters

· Who Is Favored To Control The House of Representatives?

· Final Senate rankings: 5 seats most likely to flip

· Joe Rogan Experience #2221 - JD Vance - YouTube

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Dee Gets Credit | Group Chat News EP. 905 Oct 28, 2024

Group Chat News is back with the hottest stories of the week including:

Washington Post/LA Times endorsement or lack of one, Trump in Times Square and Trump goes on Joe Rogan, Coach-Michael Kors deal blocked by a judge, New York Stock exchange to extend after-hours trading, Corinna Kopf has officially announced her retirement from Onlyfans, Amazon is reportedly working on a low-cost storefront to rival Temu, and the top 10 trending destinations for U.S. travelers in 2025 plus much more.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· Start of a new chapter for Group Chat. (0:00)

· Holidays are BIG business. (4:15)

· The ‘MAGA Tour’ at MSG and Trump on Rogan. (12:36)

· The division of legacy media. (25:15)

· M&A is good for everybody! (33:35)

· Legalize gambling? (42:33)

· Marketing play of the year! (47:19)

· Amazon’s Temu rival. (51:06)

· Group Chat loves lists. (53:56)

· Reading the YouTube Comments. (1:00:35)

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· Trump rides high after MSG rally as he and Harris near one week to Election Day

· Joe Rogan Experience #2219 - Donald Trump - YouTube

· As L.A. Times and Washington Post Kill Presidential Endorsements, Do Editorial Pages Still Matter?

· Coach-Michael Kors Deal Blocked by Judge

· New York Stock Exchange to extend after-hours trading

· Corinna Kopf has officially announced her retirement from Onlyfans

· Amazon is reportedly working on a low-cost storefront to rival Temu

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14 days left | Group Chat News Ep. 904 Oct 24, 2024

Group Chat News Is back with the hottest stories of the week! Including, podcasting giant Joe Rogan landing an interview with Trump ahead of the election, Apple analyst Kuo said the company cut iPhone 16 orders by 10 million units, Starbucks shares slide after coffee chain says sales fell again, Justin Bieber thinks his business managers grossly mismanaged his money, France's Kering warns on 2024 operating profit as Gucci sales fall, and all roads lead to inflation. Plus, WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· Previewing Donald Trump on Joe Rogan. (0:00)

· Apple woes. (8:50)

· Is the economy hurting Starbucks? (16:25)

· This is not financial advice. (22:25)

· Is Justin Bieber taking legal action soon? (24:54)

· Luxury taking a hit. (31:30)

· Tesla is on fire! (34:50)

· All roads lead to inflation. (38:28)

· Winners, Losers, and Content. (42:04)

· Reading the YouTube comments. (51:33)

· Election hot takes. (53:05)

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· Podcasting giant Joe Rogan lands interview with Trump ahead of election

· Apple analyst Kuo says company cut iPhone 16 orders by 10 million units

· AAPL Slides After Analyst Warns iPhone 16 Orders Cut By 10 Million Units

· Apple releases new preview of its AI, including ChatGPT integration

· Starbucks shares slide after coffee chain says sales fell again, suspends outlook

· McDonald's E. coli outbreak investigation: What we know | CNN

· Justin Bieber thinks his business managers grossly mismanaged his money, and it could be time to take legal action

· France's Kering warns on 2024 operating profit as Gucci sales fall

· Tesla Delivers Robust Q3 Earnings As Musk’s Firm Returns To Profit Growth—Stock Rockets 12%

· All roads lead to inflation … I’m long gold, I’m long Bitcoin, I’m long commodities

· Dave Portnoy gets handwritten note from Taylor Swift, wears globe-trotting Eras jacket

· Teammates LeBron and Bronny James make history as the NBA's first father-son duo

· Dodgers-Yankees is the perfect matchup for the sportsbook

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Josh Kaplan/Ghost Interview | Group Chat News Ep 903 Oct 21, 2024

Group Chat News is back with an exceptional episode! We have Josh Kaplan, the co-CEO and co-founder of Ghost with Dee and they are here to talk about the series C they just announced and to dive deeper into Ghost as a company and what it takes to be an entrepreneur.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· The Illuminati. (0:00)

· An exclusive Group Chat interview with Josh Kaplan, co-CEO/founder of Ghost. They discuss their recent Series C round, dive deeper into their business, and what it takes to be an entrepreneur. (1:26)

· Reading the YouTube comments. (48:42)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (50:44)

Related Links/Products Mentioned

· Exclusive: Ghost, B2B retail inventory marketplace, raises a $40 million Series C led by L Catterton

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· Instagram - (@joshkaplan)

· Ghost

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Too Good To Be True | Group Chat News Ep. 902 Oct 17, 2024

Group Chat News is back with the hottest stories of the week! Including, how The Sphere is expanding with a new Abu Dhabi location, Tom Brady is now a part owner of the Las Vegas Raiders, what 66 economists say about where the economy is headed, OnlyFans revenue, users, and top earners statistics in 2024, US households now hold 48% of their assets in equities, the highest since the 2000 Dot-Com bubble peak and everyone's favorite WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· Congratulations Dee and Team Ghost! (0:00)

· Zombieland, aka San Francisco. (3:00)

· The Sphere is expanding! (9:20)

· Tom Brady is the model. (14:48)

· Where is the economy heading? (24:25)

· OnlyFans, as a business, is SWIMMING in cash! (31:15)

· Stocks are HOT! (40:28)

· Winners, Losers, and Content. (50:47)

· Reading the YouTube Comments. (1:04:51)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:07:04)

Related Links/Products Mentioned

· Exclusive: Ghost, B2B retail inventory marketplace, raises a $40 million Series C led by L Catterton

· The Sphere Is Expanding With New Abu Dhabi Location

· Tom Brady is now a part owner of the Las Vegas Raiders

· What 66 Economists Say About Where the Economy Is Headed, in Charts

· OnlyFans Revenue, Users, and Top Earners Statistics 2024

· US households now hold 48% of their assets in equities, the highest since the 2000 Dot-Com bubble peak.

· 3 months ago, Marc Andreessen sent $50,000 in Bitcoin to an AI agent to help it escape into the wild.

· Police in France and Italy bust gang that sold bottles of fake vintage wine for $16,000 apiece

· Watch Starting 5 | Netflix Official Site

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Don't Make It Complicated | Group Chat News Ep. 901 Oct 14, 2024

Group Chat News is back with the hottest stories of the week. Including, Los Angeles' entertainment industry suffering continued losses over the past three years, tensions rising between Harris and Biden teams as the election nears, America’s new millionaire class: Plumbers and HVAC Entrepreneurs, 7-Eleven to close over 400 locations in North America, Taco Bell app has a feature now where you can tell them how much you want to spend and it gives you a random combo of items, we may have passed peak obesity and much more!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· Making waves. (0:00)

· Debating Elon’s legacy. (7:49)

· Bidding farewell to a close friend. (16:54)

· Hollywood woes. (33:10)

· Sleepy finally woke up. (39:56)

· America’s new millionaire class. (45:49)

· Oh no 7-Eleven! (49:25)

· Taco Bell are geniuses! (57:01)

· Reading the YouTube comments. (1:00:21)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:04:10)

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· SpaceX catches giant Starship booster with 'Chopsticks' on historic Flight 5 rocket launch and landing (video)

· Los Angeles' entertainment industry suffers continued losses over past three years, report says

· Tensions rise between Harris and Biden teams as election nears

· America’s New Millionaire Class: Plumbers and HVAC Entrepreneurs

· 7-Eleven to close over 400 locations in North America

· Dave Ricks, CEO of Eli Lilly | The All-In Interview

· we may have passed peak obesity

· Taco Bell app has a feature now where you can tell them how much you want to spend and it gives you a random combo of items.

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Nathan Hochman Interview | Group Chat News Ep. 900 Oct 10, 2024

Group Chat News is back with an extraordinary interview with Nathan Hochman, who is running for District Attorney in Los Angeles County. In it, he shares his thoughts on what has gone wrong and how he plans to fix them when he wins in November.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· A Group Chat exclusive interview with Nathan Hochman, who is running for District Attorney in Los Angeles. (0:00)

· Praying for all in Hurricane Milton’s path. (37:28)

· Just because someone’s right on a few things, does NOT mean they are a truth-teller. (43:46)

· Winners, Losers, and Content. (50:47)

· Reading the YouTube comments. (1:00:12)

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· Home - Nathan Hochman

· Los Angeles Sheriff's Foundation | Home

· Journalists tried to urge Lieutenant Dan to leave Tampa Bay ahead of Hurricane Milton but he says he’s staying put

· Jay-Z and Beyoncé’s attorney, Alex Spiro, says he did not send Piers Morgan a cease and desist… he sent him an ultimatum:

· Addison Rae's "Diet Pepsi" Lyrics Explained - NYLON

· HBO bitcoin documentary claims it discovered the cryptocurrency's inventor. The guy disagrees.

· US SAYS IT'S WEIGHING GOOGLE BREAKUP AS REMEDY IN MONOPOLY CASE

· American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez - Hulu

· Watch Starting 5 | Netflix Official Site

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You Got It Dude | Group Chat News Ep. 899 Oct 07, 2024

Group Chat News is back with the hottest news of the week including Call Her Daddy is ripped to shreds following Kamala interview, mortgage rates spike after stronger-than-expected jobs report, Amazon is reportedly to lay off around 14,000 managers by 2025 in the company, per Morgan Stanley, migrant encounters at U.S.-Mexico border have fallen sharply in 2024, meet the HENRYS: The Six-Figure Earners Who Don’t Feel Rich, there’s a new hit podcast that will blow your mind, Hedi Slimane left Celine, LVMH Sold Off-White, Olsen twins fashion brand The Row gets funding from Chanel and L’Oréal owners and much more!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· Let’s get fired up! (0:00)

· Who’s bullying the Fed on November 7th? (16:17)

· Engineers are toast! (20:55)

· Why does the media treat us like idiots? (25:49)

· Meet the HENRYS! (37:28)

· Worry about yourself. (40:55)

· Things you thought were irreplaceable. (44:10)

· In fashion/high-end news… (54:40)

· Reading the YouTube comments. (1:07:13)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:11:06)

Related Links/Products Mentioned

· Call Her Daddy is ripped to shreds following Kamala interview

· All-In Podcast - In conversation with Mark Cuban

· Mortgage rates spike after stronger-than-expected jobs report

· Amazon is reportedly to lay off around 14,000 managers by 2025 in the company, per Morgan Stanley

· Migrant encounters at U.S.-Mexico border have fallen sharply in 2024

· Meet the HENRYS: The Six-Figure Earners Who Don’t Feel Rich

· There’s a New Hit Podcast That Will Blow Your Mind

· Hedi Slimane Left Celine and LVMH Sold Off-White™

· Olsen twins fashion brand The Row gets funding from Chanel and L’Oréal owners

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Is This Reality? | Group Chat News Ep. 898 Oct 04, 2024

Group Chat News is back with this week's hottest news! Including Dee's travels, Beirut hit as Israel vows "very strong" response to Iran, the Vice President debate between Vance and Walz, updates on the doc workers strike, the MLB ending the 2024 regular season with 71.35 million total attendance, Pepsi Co buying tortilla chip maker Siete Foods for 1.2 billion and much more!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· From Austin to Paris: Dee’s CRAZY travel schedule. (0:00)

· Crisis in the Middle East. (29:40)

· Takeaways from the VP Presidential debate. (37:30)

· Breaking down the dock worker’s strike and possible solutions. (43:00)

· MLB to the moon! (49:31)

· Congratulations to Siete Foods! (51:57)

· Reading the YouTube comments. (52:56)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (53:55)

· Another reminder of how precious life is. (56:15)

Related Links/Products Mentioned

· Beirut hit as Israel vows ‘very strong’ response to Iran

· Takeaways from the vice presidential debate between Vance and Walz

· Striking Dockworkers Are Top Earners—When They Work

· Union boss behind port strikes has sprawling mansion in NJ — complete with Bentley, 5-car garage and guest house

· Elon trolls union boss on twitter

· Nike Reports 10% Revenue Decline for FY25 Q1, Pushes Back Scheduled "Investor Day"

· Major League Baseball ended the 2024 regular season with a total attendance of 71.35 million.

· PepsiCo to buy tortilla chip maker Siete Foods for $1.2 billion

· Reena - Liv So Sweetly (@livsosweetly) - Instagram

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Your Not Going to Believe This | Group Chat News EP. 897 Sep 26, 2024

Group Chat News is back with the hottest stories of the week including the inside scoop on the Menendez brothers from Anand, Nancy Policy continues to prove she is the best stock trader in history, job openings are falling off a cliff, severe obesity is on the rise in the USA, Caroline Ellison of FTX sentenced to two years in jail and must forfeit 11 billion dollars, SBF and Diddy are now in the same prison, 50 cent partners with Netflix to make Diddy documentary and everyone's favorite WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· Anand’s eerie connection to the Menendez Brothers. (0:00)

· Only in LA. (6:31)

· China is trying to poke the bear. (8:35)

· Mark Andreessen has a beef with Burning Man. (14:28)

· The top stock investors of our generation. (18:26)

· Going down the Diddy rabbit hole. (22:14)

· The state of the economy. (28:49)

· Everyone’s fat! (36:35)

· In ridiculous/funny criminal news. (46:29)

· 50 Cent is the ultimate troll. (51:50)

· So, you want to make it in Hollywood. (54:57)

· Winners, Losers, and Content. (58:04)

· Reading the YouTube comments. (1:10:05)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:12:06)

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· Watch Monsters | Netflix Official Site

· China-Linked Hackers Breach U.S. Internet Providers in New ‘Salt Typhoon’ Cyberattack

· Just incredible how good these two are at trading stocks.

· WARNING: Job openings are falling off a cliff

· Severe obesity is on the rise in the US

· American Food Companies Must Stop Doing This Now! Testimony Washington D.C. Senate Roundtable

· BREAKING: Caroline Ellison of FTX, while charged guilty and sentenced to two years in jail, must also forfeit $11 billion USD (!!!!!)

· Diddy and Sam Bankman-Fried Are Jail Bunkmates

· A Diddy documentary is in the works at Netflix.

· Mira Murati, OpenAI’s technology chief, becomes the latest exec to leave the company

· Joe Rogan Experience #2206 - Chamath Palihapitiya - YouTube

· Why Empires Fall: Rome, America, and the Future of the West

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C P Lie | Group Chat News Ep. 896 Sep 23, 2024

Group Chat News is back with this week's hottest stories! Including all the updates on the Diddy scandal, Bill Gates, how more Americans are regularly getting their news from TikTok, Anand vs Manolo, former Nike CEO Jon Donahoe's downfall, plus much more!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· Is Diddy f*****? (0:00)

· Is Bill Gates legacy teetering on a full collapse? (12:15)

· Are you getting your news from TikTok? (22:00)

· Is too much access to information hurting society? (38:28)

· Anand vs. Manolo. (58:45)

· Nike resurgence. (1:11:40)

· Reading the YouTube comments. (1:22:11)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:23:17)

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· Usher Raises Eyebrows As He Wipes His X Account Clean After Diddy's Sex Crimes Arrest

· More Americans – especially young adults – are regularly getting news on TikTok

· Date Right Stuff (@daterightstuff) Official - TikTok

· Manolo Teaches Golf - YouTube

· Former Nike CEO John Donahoe’s downfall is a brutal lesson in corporate leadership

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A Shark In The Water | Group Chat News Ep. 895 Sep 19, 2024

Group Chat News is back with the hottest news of the week including the Fed slashing rates by half a point, P Diddy being arrested, Mr. Beast launching a Lunchable competitor, and everyone's favorite segment WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· BPsey hustle! (0:00)

· Is China over? (15:26)

· A shark in the water. (19:23)

· Reacting to the ‘Diddy’ arrest. (29:55)

· MrBeast, KSI, and Logan Paul are taking on the establishment. (50:16)

· Winners, Losers, and Content. (56:20)

· Reading the YouTube comments. (1:08:50)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:12:36)

Related Links/Products Mentioned

· Fed slashes interest rates by a half point, an aggressive start to its first easing campaign in four years

· Amazon ‘will return to being in the office the way we were’ before the pandemic, CEO tells employees

· John Mearsheimer and Jeffrey Sachs | All-In Summit 2024

· Sean 'Diddy' Combs arrest: 'Freak offs' at center of sex trafficking, racketeering charges

· The Defiant Ones (TV Mini Series 2017) - IMDb

· MrBeast, KSI, and Logan Paul just announced they’re teaming up to launch “Lunchly” a competitor to Kraft Heinz’ $KHC Lunchables

· Hezbollah is hit by a wave of exploding pagers that killed at least 9 people and injured thousands

· Walkie-talkies explode in Lebanon day after deadly pager attack

· Lebanon: Panic as two solar panel systems explode amidst pager, walkie-talkie blasts in Beirut targeting Hezbollah

· Adrian Wojnarowski retires from ESPN, joins St. Bonaventure

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A Few Good Men | Group Chat News Ep. 894 Sep 16, 2024

Group Chat News is back with the hottest stories of the week including the Restaurant Performance Index falling to the lowest since the 2020 lockdowns, Americans going back to Chillis, Taylor Swift's endorsement turning more voters from Harris than it attracts, the FBI investigating a second apparent attempted assassination of Trump and the suspect is in custody, and new shipping rules target China's Shein & Temu.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· Recapping Anand’s surprise birthday party. (0:00)

· UFC 306 at the Sphere, did it translate well for TV? (11:14)

· Is eating out now a luxury? (17:42)

· The celebrity political impact and voting with your wallet. (25:08)

· The problems with our public schools. (36:48)

· Are Temu and Shein over? (49:56)

· Reading the top YouTube comments of the week. (56:40)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (58:18)

Related Links/Products Mentioned

· BREAKING: The Restaurant Performance Index (RPI) fell -1.3% in July to 97.7 points, the lowest level since the 2020 lockdowns.

· Here’s why Americans are going back to Chili’s

· All-In Podcast - YouTube

· Swift endorsement turns more voters from Harris than it attracts: poll

· Officials now report that a Secret Service agent opened fire on an armed suspect while Trump was golfing

· FBI investigating second apparent attempted assassination of Trump; suspect in custody

· New US shipping rules target China's Shein and Temu

Happy Birthday Anand | Group Chat News Ep. 893 Sep 12, 2024

Group Chat News is back and we have the week's hottest stories! Including remembering 9/11, the presidential debate recap, Taylor Swift publicly saying who she is voting for, inflation continuing its cooling streak to 2.5% in August, Credit card spending data, Big Lots filing for bankruptcy, and of course everyone's favorite WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· Remembering 9/11. (0:00)

· Anand’s Superbowl pick and reading the comments. (7:14)

· The debate breakdown. (12:49)

· The Taylor Swift endorsement reaction. (21:14)

· Inflation is heading in the right direction. (28:16)

· Dee’s business outlook. (43:32)

· Winners, Losers, and Content. (49:47)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (55:58)

Related Links/Products Mentioned

· Watch Turning Point: 9/11 and the War on Terror - Netflix

· Taylor endorses Kamala

· Inflation Extends Cooling Streak to Hit 2.5% in August

· Credit card spend data

· Big Lots files for bankruptcy amid significant store closures

· CEOs ditching stodgy reporters like me and opting to "go direct" by talking for four hours on a podcast with a cult following

· Live From San Francisco: Mark Zuckerberg Tapes a Podcast With 6,000 Friends

· All-In Podcast - YouTube

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Only Hot No Fans | Group Chat News Ep. 892 Sep 09, 2024

Group Chat News is back, we have the hottest stories, including the news that full-time employment dropped by 1 million workers in August. Tuesday is the presidential debate, Onlyfans P&L leak, Kendrick Lamar will perform at the 2025 Superbowl plus much more!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· The HOTTEST podcast in the world! (0:00)

· Takeaways from NFL week 1. (1:17)

· Are American athletes weak? (8:36)

· Government data manipulation. (26:40)

· Polls are just another form of propaganda. (41:00)

· Donald bump. (45:10)

· OnlyFans is a monster! (46:54)

· Shout out to Kendrick Lamar. (58:20)

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· Full-time employment DROPPED by 1 million workers in August

· In just August, 635k immigrants (legal and illegal) gained a job. Meanwhile, 1.325 MILLION native-born Americans LOST their job.

· Liberal pollster predicts blowout victory for presidential candidate ahead of ABC debate

· Trump floats US sovereign wealth fund as part of economic pitch

· OnlyFans P&L (2019-2023, USD)

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Yoloing & Philanthropy | Group Chat News Ep. 891 Sep 05, 2024

Group Chat News is back with the hottest stories of the week including Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce was just all just another fake Hollywood Scam Psyop then? In 2024, Nvidia has…, former aide to Gov. Hochul worked for Chinese government secretly, boomers aren't planning on leaving their kids any money to inherit, these 10 restaurant chains filed for bankruptcy this year, MASS SHOOTING AT GEORGIA HIGH SCHOOL LEAVES 4 DEAD AND 30 INJURED, plus winners, losers, and content!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· Props to the runners out there. (0:00)

· True LA crime story. (5:59)

· Is the Taylor Swift/Travis Kelce breakup script real? (15:18)

· Nvidia’s 2024 so far. (28:55)

· How infiltrated our government intuitions are by foreign spies. (35:41)

· What will the ‘boomers’ do? (40:35)

· 10 restaurant chains that filed for bankruptcy this year. (45:46)

· Tragedy in Georgia. (51:40)

· Winners, Losers, and Content. (1:07:45)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:25:13)

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· So Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce was just all just another fake Hollywood Scam Psyop then?

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· In 2024, Nvidia has…

· Former Aide to Gov. Hochul Secretly Worked for Chinese Government, Prosecutors Say

· Gen Z expect to inherit money and assets—but their boomer parents aren’t planning on leaving anything behind

· These 10 restaurant chains filed for bankruptcy this year

· MASS SHOOTING AT GEORGIA HIGH SCHOOL LEAVES 4 DEAD AND 30 INJURED

· National Parks Contributed Record High $55.6 Billion to U.S. economy, Supported 415,000 Jobs in 2023

· Tinder update targets college students as dating apps struggle

· #442 - Donald Trump Interview | Lex Fridman Podcast

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Crazy Town USA | Group Chat News Ep. 890 Sep 03, 2024

Group Chat News is back and we are going over Dee and Anand's latest trip, the guy's new plan to become billionaires may be over before it started, 49ers player is shot in the chest by a 17 year old felon, Chase bank "glitch" goes viral, Fashion Nova buys new 118 million dollar office building, plus much more!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· When they go low, we go lower. (0:00)

· Dee and Anand recap their LSU/USC Vegas vacation. (12:12)

· What is going on in San Francisco?! (29:50)

· I just wish we were playing fair. (34:20)

· Check fraud has officially gone viral! (50:27)

· At what cost has the boom of technology done to society? (56:55)

· The party of war hogs. (1:11:30)

· Fulfilling his destiny. (1:16:25)

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· Licensing disagreement forces Disney TV channels, including ESPN, off DirecTV

· 23 year old 49ers wide receiver, Ricky Pearsall was shot in the chest by a 17 year old felon during an attempted robbery in broad daylight

· Aurora police react to alleged Venezuelan gang presence at apartments: 'Have not taken over'

· All-In Podcast: In conversation with Reid Hoffman & Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

· Chase Bank 'Glitch' Goes Viral: What We Know, Don't Know

· Why Many Parents and Teens Think It's Harder Being a Teen Today

· Fashion Nova Pays $118M for Beverly Hills Office Campus and New HQ

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We're Billionaires! | Group Chat News Ep. 889 Aug 29, 2024

Group Chat News is back and we have the week's hottest stories! Including the fantasy football craze, Gen Z being unhappy, NVDA earnings, Abercrombie & Fitch plunging 15%, Target closing crime-prone stores and it appears to have paid off, and everyone's favorite WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· You never leave a golf round happy. (0:00)

· It’s Fantasy Football season! (3:35)

· The best investment in the last decade. (11:27)

· Gen Z is NOT happy. (29:00)

· Abercrombie & Fitch feeling the uncertainty. (50:27)

· The crime impact on large retailers. (51:39)

· Nvidia’s earnings reactions. (1:01:08)

· Winners, Losers, and Content. (1:06:50)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:19:33)

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· Money. Power. Women. The driving forces behind fantasy football's skyrocketing popularity.

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· The Annual NFL Quarterback Tiers With Mike Sando, Plus College Football Playoff Picks – The Ryen Russillo Podcast

· Gen Z is unhappier than ever—but don’t just blame Instagram: Money, distrust and the future are top concerns

· New Report Shows That 96% Of Online Creators Make Less Than $100K per Year

· Shares of Abercrombie & Fitch plunge 15% after CEO warns of ‘increasingly uncertain environment’

· Target closed crime-prone stores and it appears to have paid off. Why that may result in future ‘retail deserts.’

· Nvidia reports earnings after the bell

· Kamala Harris’s Tax Increases and Cuts Take Shape

· Quentin Tarantino Returns Part 1

· Gavin Baker | AI, Semiconductors, and the Robotic Frontier

· Industry | Official Website for the HBO Series | HBO.com

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Dumb MF | Group Chat News Ep. 888 Aug 26, 2024

Group Chat News is back with the hottest topics of the week including Drama golfing, the DNC, travel demand falling, Telegram CEO Durov arrested in France, Mike Lynch's super yacht incident, Alex Cooper's 125 million dollar deal, and much more!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· Is Drama bad at golf? (0:00)

· Crime chat. (5:13)

· Hot takes on the DNC and the political state in America. (11:25)

· Travel’s down, Democrats suck? (52:30)

· Conspiracy corner: Mike Lynch’s suspicious death. (57:19)

· The Telegram CEO conundrum. (1:05:11)

· The most important purchase of all time. (1:18:10)

· Alex Cooper’s HUGE payday. (1:23:29)

· Nvidia forecast prediction. (1:29:30)

· Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:32:32)

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· How much momentum will RFK Jr.'s endorsement give Trump?

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· New data shows US job growth has been far weaker than initially reported

· US money market funds just saw ~$90 billion of inflows in the first half of August, the most since November 2023.

· Trump Seeks to Boost Support With Suburban Women - WSJ

· All-In Podcast: Massive jobs revision, Kamala wealth tax, polls vs prediction markets, end of race-based admissions

· Travel demand is falling

· The Plot Twist of The Super Yacht 'Bayesian' that sank off the coast of Italy on Aug 19, 2024

· Telegram messaging app CEO Durov reportedly arrested in France

· Alex Cooper’s ‘Call Her Daddy’ podcast signs deal with SiriusXM for $125 million

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We're Not Leaving | Group Chat News Ep. 887 Aug 19, 2024

Group Chat News is back and we have the hottest news of the week including the 2024 Democratic National Convention, Starbucks' incoming CEO Brian Niccol will have to tackle its mobile app problem, Peter Theil on Joe Rogan, and much more!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· The political ‘tone’ shift. (0:00)

· The DNC pickle. (8:55)

· The Silicon Valley feud on Twitter. (24:11)

· Dee’s hot take on the Peter Thiel/Joe Rogan podcast. (29:54)

· Starbucks mobile app problem. (42:50)

· “You have no reason to leave your building.” (54:00)

· Deciding the temperature of the country. (1:17:48)

· An end of an era. (1:21:30)

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· Donald Trump has just tied his odds of winning the 2024 election with Kamala Harris, according to Polymarket.

· Kamala Harris 'Drinking Problem' Rumors Are Being Spread by Republicans

· What to know about the 2024 Democratic National Convention

· Pro-Palestine Protestors in Downtown Chicago are chanting “DNC GO HOME OR WE’RE GONNA BRING THE WAR HOME”

· Ben Horowitz declares war on Michael Moritz | TechCrunch

· Peter Thiel coming on Joe Rogan is the male version of a Taylor Swift concert

· To fix Starbucks, incoming CEO Brian Niccol will have to tackle its mobile app problem

· The rise and demise of Subway's $5 footlong promotion

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Prices can't keep going up | Group Chat News Ep 886 Aug 15, 2024

Group Chat News is back and we got the hottest stories of the week, including the July inflation setting the stage for a September rate cut, Mpox declared a public health emergency, Mars acquiring Kellanova for $36 Billion, Starbucks firing CEO and stealing Chipotle CEO to replace him, dating apps are on the decline, and of course everyone favorite WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· Highlights of the week. (0:00)

· Prices can’t keep going up! (15:33)

· No one trusts the WHO. (31:15)

· Mars HUGE bet on Kellanova. (35:05)

· Starbucks poaches their new CEO. (43:26)

· Dating apps’ existential crisis. (48:21)

· Winners, Losers, and Content. (54:40)

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· Here’s the inflation breakdown for July 2024 — in one chart

· All-In Podcast - Yen Carry Trade, Recession odds grow, Buffett cash pile, Google ruled monopoly, Kamala picks Walz

· Mpox declared public health emergency in Africa

· Mars to acquire snack maker Kellanova in $36 billion deal

· Starbucks just fired CEO Laxman Narasimhan…then poached Chipotle CEO Brian Niccol to replace him.

· Dating apps' existential crisis

· Dallas Cowboys are first sports team to surpass $10 billion in value

· Hackers may have stolen the Social Security numbers of all Americans

· Kim Kardashian Teams Up With Kenya Barris for Hulu Comedy 'Group Chat' Starring La La Anthony

· Eric Schmidt Says Google Is Falling Behind on AI—And Remote Work Is Why

· 'Last week’s ruling that Google was a monopolist was a landmark antitrust decision, raising serious questions about the power of tech giants

· #2187 - Adam Sandler - The Joe Rogan Experience

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The Party Is Back On | Group Chat News Ep.885 Aug 12, 2024

Group Chat News is back with the hottest stories of the week, including the Olympics coming to a close, What it's like to be famous, live streaming, restaurants' new buzzword is valued, 7 of the 10 most expensive places in the world are in the USA, why shipping costs have spiked and much more!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

· American exceptionalism. (0:00)

· The new brand of ‘influencer’. (18:12)

· Value, value, value! (41:58)

· The most expensive cities in the world. (52:33)

· Insane shipping costs! (58:33)

· The GREATEST run for a city. (1:04:06)

· Crime tourism. (1:07:55)

· Tom Cruise does not represent LA. (1:10:50)

· Can an Indian artist sell out Coachella? (1:13:32)

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· Restaurant CEOs’ new favorite word is value as they aim to bring back customers

· 7 of the 10 most expensive cities to live in the world are in the United States—see the full list

· BREAKING: Container shipping costs from China have spiked to their highest levels since 2022.

· Oil Refiners in US Slow Down, Stoking Global Crude Glut Worries

· Hanumankind: Indian Rapper on Viral Hit 'Big Dawgs' and What's Next

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Momentum Changes Quick | Group Chat News Ep. 884 Aug 09, 2024

Group Chat News is back and we are going over some of the hottest stories! Including, Airbnb shares drop 14% on earnings miss as company warns of slowing U.S. demand, Disney parks are starting to be soft in attendance, Revolve's (NYSE:RVLV) Q2 Sales Top Estimates, Stock Soars, Chick-fil-A falls off as number one fast food restaurant and Del Taco takes the top spot, Eli Lilly blows past estimates, hikes guidance as Zepbound, Mounjaro sales soar, Where inflation has hit Americans the hardest, Credit card debt in America reached a new high of $1.14 trillion, What happens when Ozempic take over your town, and everyone's favorite WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Let’s talk Olympics! (0:00)

Football is back baby! (6:15)

The global market rollercoaster. (13:29)

Revolve is bucking the trend. (27:26)

The Ozempic impact. (31:29)

Where inflation has hit Americans the hardest. (43:34)

Winners, Losers, and Content. (52:02)

Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:03:12)

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Noah Lyles says this is the 'end of my 2024 Olympics' after leaving race in a wheelchair

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Airbnb shares drop 14% on earnings miss as company warns of slowing U.S. demand

Disney Forecasts Demand Slowdown & Softness for Parks Into 2025

Revolve's (NYSE:RVLV) Q2 Sales Top Estimates, Stock Soars

Chick-fil-A falls off perch as No. 1 fast food restaurant in US, Del Taco takes top spot

Eli Lilly blows past estimates, hikes guidance as Zepbound, Mounjaro sales soar

What Happens When Ozempic Takes Over Your Town

Eggs, gasoline and car insurance: Where inflation has hit Americans hardest

NEW - Credit card debt in America reached new high of $1.14 trillion

Georgia Young Democrats president says his viral dancing moment is bringing attention to activism

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Winning Isn't For Everyone | Group Chat News Ep. 883 Aug 05, 2024

WE ARE BACK and we have a lot to talk about!!

The Sahm Rule recession indicator surged to 0.53 in July from 0.43, suggesting the US economy is in a recession, Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway now has its smallest Apple position since 2017, Amazon shares drop on slowing online sales growth, Dow futures slide more than 300 points after Nasdaq falls into a correction, Kamala Harris endorses George Gascon, and the summer Olympics viewership is up plus much more on Group Chat News!!!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

The boys are back! (0:00)

The civic side of our country is MASSIVELY underpaid. (2:33)

Dee’s latest European trip. (5:36)

A HUGE tectonic shift in the economy. The fear is in. (11:36)

This is not financial advice. (31:53)

People love gambling. (35:26)

The latest on the campaign trail. (40:42)

Commenting on Joe Rogan’s live Netflix special. (53:57)

When big donors endorse candidates. (58:20)

HOT Paris Olympic Games takes so far. (1:05:52)

Winning isn’t for everyone. (1:17:05)

There is just something about the Olympics. (1:34:33)

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The Sahm Rule recession indicator surged to 0.53 in July from 0.43, suggesting the US economy is in a recession.

Dow futures slide more than 300 points after Nasdaq falls into a correction

Amazon shares drop on slowing online sales growth

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Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway now has its smallest Apple position since 2017.

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Everything Is Going To Be Fine | Group Chat News Ep. 882 Jul 25, 2024

Group Chat News is BACK and we are catching up on everything going on with the presidential race, secret service director Kimberly Cheatle is resigning, and we go over Google and Tesla earnings and the Crowdstrike glitch that left people all over the world with a blue screen and how they are making it up to people.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Check us out on YouTube! (0:00)

Kamala Harris, the only option for the Democrats? (1:24)

Kimberly Cheatle is resigning. (33:32)

Earning season! Tesla and Google get smacked a little bit. (40:07)

CrowdStrike ‘tin foil hat’ chat. (49:57)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (57:33)

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BREAKING: Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle is resigning

Google Delivers Mixed Q2 Results As Margins, Search Ads Beat, YouTube Misses

Meta eyes a multibillion-euro stake in Ray-Ban maker EssilorLuxottica

Tesla shares plummet after company reports falling profits

CrowdStrike offers a $10 apology gift card to say sorry for outage

Don't forget to check us out on YouTube!

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Expect More | Group Chat News Ep. 881 Jul 18, 2024

We're back with another episode of Group Chat News! We start with an interview with Eco Drive, then we jump into some news including the latest episode of Kill Tony going viral for President Trump and Biden impressions, 65% of Democrats are calling for Biden to step down, Philip Morris is building a 600 million dollar Zyn plant in Colorado, Ray-Ban maker Essilor Luxottica buys Supreme, Burberry is down 23% and of course everyone's favorite WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

A Group Chat exclusive interview with the founders of Eco Drive. Make an impact! (0:00)

Content is king and polls are fake. (11:34)

You know more, you expect more. (16:50)

Were we duped? (34:08)

Zyn insanity! (42:46)

Have luxury brands lost their staying power? (54:06)

Winners, Losers, and Content. (1:01:13)

Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:12:53)

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Shane Gillis Reintroduces His Hilarious Donald Trump Impression On ‘Kill Tony’ Podcast — Just Two Days After Assassination Attempt

BREAKING: 65% of Democrats want President Biden to drop out of the 2024 election

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs bill banning schools from notifying parents of child's gender identity

Philip Morris Intl to open $600M plant in Colorado to meet surging demand for Zyn nicotine pouches

Ray-Ban maker EssilorLuxottica taps streetwear audience with Supreme deal

EssilorLuxottica to Buy VF’s Supreme Brand for $1.5 Billion

Burberry CEO is out after company warns about its profit

André 3000, LeBron James, Sexyy Red, Jerry Lorenzo on Nerves, Haters & Out of Body Experiences

The Little Tech Agenda: Biden vs. Trump

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American Resilience | Group Chat News Ep 880 Jul 15, 2024

Tonight on Group Chat News we dedicate the whole podcast to possibly one of the biggest stories in recent history the Donald trump assignation attempt. We brought in a friend of the pod Zach White to help join in the conversation.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

As a society was are so deranged. (0:00)

The reaction from Biden’s Oval Office response. (8:00)

Gun control in America. (14:30)

Incompetence is VERY prevalent in American society. (21:18)

Consummate professional. (36:55)

Playing out ‘what if’ Trump died on that stage. (42:50)

Historic images of our lifetime. (47:50)

American resilience. (54:20)

What is the greatest thing Biden has done? (59:05)

How the President sets the tone. (1:07:40)

Having the strongest chess piece. (1:13:15)

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Feeling Rich | Group Chat News Ep 879 Jul 11, 2024

Group Chat News is back with some of the hottest stories from the week including George Clooney urging Joe Biden to step down as the 2024 Democratic nominee for president, we look into what is behind Powell's latest shift on rates, Nike sales are so poor they had to bring a former senior executive out of retirement to fix its relationship with retailers, California fast food franchisees are responding to $20 minimum wage by cutting hours, and everyone's favorite WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Dee’s home away from home. (0:00)

A weird side effect of podcasting. (2:30)

George Clooney is off the train. (4:23)

Powell does NOT want you to make money. (19:40)

Is Nike just giving up? (27:48)

Classic politics not understanding business. (35:11)

Winners, Losers, and Content. (39:54)

Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (53:28)

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George Clooney urges Joe Biden to step down as the 2024 Democratic nominee for president in a new op-ed

What’s Behind Powell’s Latest Shift on Rates

Nike’s sales are so poor it brought a former senior executive out of retirement to fix its relationship with retailers

NBA Rumors: Anthony Edwards Lands New $10M+ Annual Contract as 'Face' of Adidas

California fast food franchisees are responding to $20 minimum wage by cutting hours

Roger Federer and Taylor Swift take Eras Tour selfie at Zurich stop: 'In my Swiftie era'

'You guys can't touch me': Why Novak Djokovic called out ... - MSN

Elon Musk beats $500 million severance lawsuit by fired Twitter

'Not like us': Argentina hit back after Canadian rapper Drake loses Copa bet

Never Enough: From Barista to Billionaire

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We Always Win | Group Chat News Ep. 878 Jul 08, 2024

Group Chat News is back and we have some of the hottest stories of the week including holiday banter, Baby Boomers' good times drive the economy, your socks make you look old, the presidential race, a new conspiracy theory, a study on what Americans talk about with their friends and families, the new Kendrick Lamar music video and more!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

So tired. (0:00)

Respecting the arrogance of American pop culture. (2:06)

Is the Bitcoin play over? (16:13)

The Democratic Party is in a pickle. (22:03)

“We’re not dead yet.” (34:12)

Do your socks make you look old? (44:33)

What Americans talk about with family and friends. (47:46)

Kendrick vs Drake. (54:08)

Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:01:22)
Why do American athletes suck so bad? (1:04:58)

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What Americans talk about with family and friends

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The Debate Recap | Group Chat News Ep.877 Jul 04, 2024

Group Chat News is back and we have the stories you've been waiting for including the presidential debate recap, Zelensky's wife buys a 4.5 million Euro car, USA airports keep setting passenger records, and everyone's favorite WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

All that longevity’s working. (0:00)

The Debate recap. (5:01)

The tax America pays to run the world. (23:47)

The deep state and the severe distrust of the media. (29:30)

Tourism is driven by Grandma and Grandpa. (38:50)

Positioning bad news as good. (44:34)

Winners, Losers, and Content. (52:10)

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U.S. Airports Keep Setting New Daily Passenger Records. Here’s Why.

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Clippers owner Steve Ballmer surpasses Bill Gates to become 6th richest person in the world

Bronny James contract: Lakers to sign second-round pick to four-year, $7.9 million deal, per report

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Live Más' | Group Chat News Ep 876 Jun 28, 2024

Group Chat News is back and we got the hottest stories of the week including Inflation is expected to slow, trucking employment collapsing, US pending home sales unexpectedly plunging in May to a new record low, Tiktok to compete with Amazon Prime Day though is own July sale, Taco Bell just won the discount meal war and everyone's favorite WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Anand’s observations from his latest European vacation. (0:00)

The debate of the century! (16:13)

Interesting economic news. (26:34)

If you’re a brick-and-mortar store, you’re toast! (36:15)

Taco Bell is bringing America back! (45:32)

Winners, Losers, and Content. (48:44)

Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:08:07)

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US Pending Home Sales Unexpectedly Plunged In May To A New Record Low

New Home Sales -11.3%, Exp. -0.2%

Home prices begin to cool as active listings jump 35%

Walgreens cuts profit view, to close up to 700 US stores on spending hit

INFLATION EXPECTED TO SLOW, LEAD TO AGGRESSIVE FED EASING

TikTok to compete with Amazon Prime Day through its own July sale

Taco Bell just won the discount meal war

Rivian’s Lifeline Is a $5 Billion Gamble for Volkswagen

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Limited Partners | Group Chat News Ep. 875 Jun 24, 2024

Tonight on Group Chat News we have some of the hottest stories of the week including Schools will have to start closing again, How TikTok's viral "no spend month" could come back to bite you, NYC is the worst city to start a career as a 2024 college grad, college graduates are struggling to find jobs and it could set them back for years, It's the Summer of the finance bro, Coffee and Tea Trends in All 50 States, we're carrying too much water and US consumers don’t trust Temu, but still shop there, and Kendrick Lamar lives in LA.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

‘Hawk Tuah’ it. (0:00)

The new normal. (5:30)

The deal is sealed. (7:07)

Culture of success. (11:50)

Seeing what is possible because of technology. (25:19)

Why are schools closing? (29:01)

Resetting expectations. (32:21)

The summer of the ‘finance bro’. (38:05)

‘Partner’ label. (44:15)

The best post-grad cities to find a job. (48:33)

People are broke! (1:00:26)

Interesting coffee and tea trends. (1:04:34)

Are we carrying too much water? (1:07:01)

Trust does not matter in real life. (1:13:05)

Is it cool to hate Drake? (1:17:50)

Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:22:00)

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All-In Podcast - In conversation with President Trump

Schools Will Have to Start Closing Again

College graduates are struggling to find jobs, and it could set them back for years.

It's the Summer of the finance bro

NYC is the worst city to start a career as a 2024 college grad

How TikTok’s viral ‘no-spend month’ could come back to bite you

Coffee and Tea Trends in All 50 States

We’re Carrying Too Much Water

US consumers don’t trust Temu, but still shop there

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Just Wanna Feel Good | Group Chat News Ep. 874 Jun 17, 2024

Group Chat News is back and we are diving into some stories including, Father's Day, Tom Brady's speech, Biden raised recording breaking numbers, how much you need to make in each state just to get by, does turning your A/C off when you're not home really save you money, and the Eagles are playing at the Sphere and much more.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Happy Father’s Day Kathys! (0:00)

Recapping the highlights from Tom Brady’s New England Hall of Fame induction. (6:04)

Haters gonna hate. (18:43)

Political chat 2024. (28:49)

The salary needed to make ends meet in each state. (1:01:35)

Does turning off A/C save you money? (1:10:36)

The Eagles Sphere residency. (1:14:28)

Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:20:06)

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Biden earns record-breaking cash haul at glitzy Hollywood fundraiser

All-In Podcast - DOJ targets Nvidia, Meme stock comeback, Trump fundraiser in SF, Apple/OpenAI, Texas stock market

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The salary a single person needs to make ends meet in every U.S. state

Does Turning Off Your A/C When You’re Not Home Actually Save Money?

The Eagles Announce Las Vegas Sphere Residency for This Fall

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Needs Over Wants | Group Chat News Ep. 873 Jun 13, 2024

Tonight on Group Chat News we're bringing you some of the hottest stories of the week including 8 suspected terrorists with possible ISIS ties arrested in New York, L.A., and Philadelphia, SUMMARY OF FED DECISION (6/12/24), Cell phone activity in almost EVERY major downtown area in the US is currently well below 2019 levels, Apples new announcement with AI and Elon Musk calls it as a security risk, Kevin Spacey opens up about Epstein Island, plus everyone's favorite WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Anand’s back and he recaps his European vacation. (0:00)

The southern border is a problem. (8:04)

The latest inflation data and major takeaways from the most recent Fed report. (12:37)

Breaking down the newest Apple features and potential existential threats. (29:42)

The cultural shift is to be unavailable. (39:50)

Sports are hot! (43:00)

The work-from-home downstream effects. (45:54)

Winners, Losers, and Content. (48:06)

Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:06:26)

RIP Solomon Choi. (1:09:07)

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8 suspected terrorists with possible ISIS ties arrested in New York, L.A. and Philadelphia, sources say

BREAKING: Prediction markets officially price-in 2 interest rate cuts this year after CPI inflation data.

More CPI context.

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Elon Musk on Apple using Open AI

Kevin Spacey opens up about Epstein Island and the allegations of abusing young kids there.

Major US downtowns see cell phone activity drop by over 30% since 2019.

How ‘Bad Boys 4’ Became the Fun “Jumpstart” the Summer Box Office Needed

Shein Gears up for Blockbuster IPO

Hunter Biden convicted on all 3 charges at federal gun trial

Roger Federer's Commencement Speech at Dartmouth

16 Handles founder Solomon Choi dies at 44 - MSN

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The Greatest Factory | Group Chat News Ep. 872 Jun 10, 2024

Group Chat News is back with the hottest news of the week including The U.S. just stunned Pakistan at the Men's T20 Cricket World Cup in one of the biggest upsets in the sport's history, Caitlin Clark has no bad blood with Team USA after she failed to make the 2024 Paris Olympics women's basketball team, France has a snap election, Here's what a normal 30-year mortgage rate looks like, Roaring Kitty could not save GameStop as meme stock tanks, and we take a look at credit card spending plus much more!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

It’s a repetition game. (0:00)

Ghost is hiring. (5:01)

USA just wins. (7:46)

Caitlin Clark left off Team USA. (10:38)

WTF is going on in France?! (19:19)

You vote with your wallet. (24:57)

No one lost with low interest rates. (30:24)

Roaring Kitty has gone COMPLETELY nuts! (36:34)

The money has run out. (41:39)

Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (51:27)

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The U.S. just stunned Pakistan at the Men's T20 Cricket World Cup in one of the biggest upsets in the sport's history.

Caitlin Clark has no bad blood with Team USA after she failed to make the 2024 Paris Olympics women's basketball team.

France’s snap election: what happened, why, and what’s next?

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Mortgage rates at 3% were an 'anomaly.' Here's what a normal 30-year rate looks like.

'Roaring Kitty' could not save GameStop as meme stock tanks

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Boobgate | Group Chat News Ep. 871 Jun 06, 2024

Group Chat News is back and we have the week's hottest stories! Nvidia is now the most valuable public company in the world, Abercrombie & Fitch is surging 24%, behind closed doors Biden is showing signs of slipping, the NBA nears a $76 billion TV deal, Caitlin Clark is getting bullied in the WNBA and she doesn't deserve it. Americans have more investment income than ever before, plus everyone's favorite WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Back to basics. (0:00)

This is not financial advice. (0:52)

Not the same Abercrombie we all remember. (18:17)

The switcheroo is coming! (22:44)

The upcoming NBA TV deal looks blockbuster! (34:47)

Caitlin Clark and the race wars. (38:04)

Revamping education on how to invest. (41:30)

Winners, Losers, and Content. (59:18)

Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:06:53)

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NVIDIA Announces Financial Results For Fourth Quarter And Fiscal 2024

Jensen Huang signed a woman's chest. Yes, you read that right.

Abercrombie & Fitch shares surge 24% as retailer's torrid growth shows no signs of slowing

Behind Closed Doors, Biden Shows Signs of Slipping

NBA Nears $76 Billion TV Deal, a Defining Moment for Media and Sports

Chennedy Carter SLAMS Caitlin Clark on social media after refusing to answer reporters' questions on shove

Americans Have More Investment Income Than Ever Before

Yes, Walmart Store Managers Really Can Make $500,000 a Year

1st fatal human case of bird flu subtype confirmed in Mexico: WHO

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Circuit Board To Billboard | Group Chat News Ep. 870 Jun 03, 2024

Group Chat News is back and we have a HOT episode for you tonight. We have Ian Rodgers from Ledger joining us tonight to catch us up on everything going on with him and his expert opinion on everything crypto. Plus, some of the hottest stories of the week including Eric Trump reveal that the Trump campaign has raised $200 million since he was convicted in New York City. Dr Fauci confesses he "made up" COVID rules including 6 feet social distancing and masking kids, The Olympics, Starlink goes mobile in the USA, GameStop stock, $GME, surges 20% in overnight trading after Roaring Kitty reportedly buys $65 million of calls, Ian tell us about his new Ledger Stax and gives us his Bitcoin prediction for the year plus much more!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Fake woke. (0:00)

Recapping all things Trump at UFC 302. (1:37)

Fauci on the stand and the biggest sham of our lifetime. (6:30)

A personal outlook of French politics. (20:40)

USA, USA, USA. (24:53)

Why tech is so regulated in Europe. (29:09)

Ian’s take on remote work. (38:44)

Introducing Ledger Stax. (43:27)

Celebrating wins. (48:38)

Circuit board to billboard. (51:33)

Roaring Kitty is BACK! (58:20)

Starlink goes mobile! (1:11:40)

Bitcoin prediction from Ian. (1:23:40)

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Dr. Anthony Fauci confesses he 'made up' covid rules including 6 feet social distancing and masking kids

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GameStop stock, $GME, surges 20% in overnight trading after Roaring Kitty reportedly buys $65 million of calls.

STARLINK GOES MOBILE: WHAT WE KNOW ABOUT THE U.S ROLLOUT

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The Party Is Ending | Group Chat News Ep. 869 May 30, 2024

Group Chat News is back and we have the hottest stories of the week for you! Peter Theil warns the "math nerds, AI is coming for you." Take an inflation vacation in the countries where the dollar goes the farthest, how to "quiet vacation" without getting in trouble at work, homebuyer conditions for US consumers plummeted to their lowest level in history this month, soda startup Olipop to hit $500 million in sales this year, the new MadMAX movie flops and weak holiday box office put the heat on Hollywood. How Uniqlo's "Millennial Birkin" is beating designer bags, off-price retailers like TJX and Ross won't be slowing down anytime soon, and everyone's favorite WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

The Discord is POPPING! (0:00)

Great news when it comes to AI. (2:49)

Is text messaging terrible? (13:28)

Take an inflation vacation! (19:21)

Quiet vacationing. (25:52)

Everyone is broke! (27:49)

Is the party finally coming to an end? (32:55)

Olipop to the moon! (47:01)

A sign of the times for fashion? (53:04)

If you have money, what a GREAT time to shop! (56:24)

Winners, Losers, and Content. (1:00:39)

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Take an inflation vacation in the countries where the dollar goes farthest

How to 'quiet vacation' without getting in trouble at work

American Airlines stock down 15% as chief commercial officer prepares to leave in June

Homebuyer conditions for US consumers plummeted to their lowest level in history this month

‘Furiosa’ flop and weak holiday box office put the heat on Hollywood

Salesforce plummets as weak forecast sparks concern of AI competition

Target Q1 sales drop 3%

The percentage of credit card balances in serious delinquency (90 days or more late) climbed to its highest level since 2012, per the NYFed.

Soda Startup Olipop to Hit $500 Million in Sales This Year

How Uniqlo’s ‘Millennial Birkin’ Is Beating Designer Bags

Off-price retailers like TJX and Ross won't be slowing down any time soon

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Watch Kevin Hart: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for ... - Netflix

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Unlimited Money | Group Chat News Ep. 868 May 28, 2024

Group Chat News is back, and all three guys are live in the studio to go over some of the hottest stories of the week. Including the latest South Park episode and how they went after the insurance industry. The Fauci email scandal, some Business advice from the guys, and Dee talks about the one book he's read this year, Musk-led xAI raises $6 billion in Series B funding, Nvidia shares pass $1,000 for the first time on AI-driven sales surge, and much more!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

South Park’s cultural moment. (0:00)

You are allowed to be skeptical. (9:33)

Moving forward and the veil getting pierced. (29:50)

“I’m voting Elon.” (35:50)

The anatomy of a team and the art of good leadership. (47:50)

Nvidia CAN’T lose. (1:02:59)

Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:12:07)

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What Was Anthony Fauci's Top Aide Hiding? - WSJ

Musk-led xAI raises $6 billion in Series B funding

The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable

Nvidia shares pass $1,000 for first time on AI-driven sales surge

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The Real Deal | Group Chat News Ep. 867 May 23, 2024

Group Chat News is back with Drama and Anand and they're going over the hottest stories of the week! Including a recap of Drama's last week of going to see Kill Tony and golfing at a legendary course. Nvidia earnings, the difference in fast food prices over 5 years, how societies collapse, a 13 million dollar QB recruit is now suing the boosters who never paid up, 14 years ago today the Bitcoin Pizza Guy purchased 2 pizzas for 10,000 bitcoin, the NBA getting $7B per year for media rights, Nestlé is launching a frozen food brand specifically aimed at people taking GLP-1 diabetes and weight loss drugs and of course everyone's favorite, WINNER LOSERS CONTENT!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Drama’s tales of Kill Tony and Pebble Beach. (0:00)

The AI arms race is in full effect. (15:28)

The STUNNING changes in fast food prices. (24:47)

This is how societies collapse. (31:17)

How will college sports navigate the evolution of NIL? (38:19)

It’s a good time for Bitcoin. (44:46)

GLP-1s effect on society. (52:24)

Winners, Losers, and Content. (56:33)

Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:14:10)

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Nvidia shares pass $1,000 for first time on AI-driven sales surge

Difference in fast food prices over a 5 year period

This is how societies collapse

He Was the $13 Million QB Recruit. Now He’s Suing the Boosters Who Never Paid Up.

14 years ago today, Bitcoin Pizza Guy purchased 2 pizzas for 10,000 bitcoin

Nestlé is launching a frozen food brand specifically aimed at people taking GLP-1 diabetes and weight loss drugs

The NBA getting $7B per year for media rights

Joe Rogan Experience #2152 - Terrence Howard - YouTube

Factfulness: Ten Reasons We're Wrong About the World--and Why Things Are Better Than You Think

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Social Credit Score | Group Chat News Ep. 866 May 20, 2024

Group Chat News is back and we have Zach White filling in for Drama while he's away. Tonight we have all the hottest stories, including breaking news that Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi is feared dead in a helicopter crash. Plus, three Americans are accused of being involved in a failed coup attempt in Congo that left multiple people dead. Diddy apologies in response to a viral violent video leak. Investor allocations in US stocks have reached the highest share in history. Figma announces its Plan B after the collapse of its $20 billion sale to Adobe. Plus, much more!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

The CIA was VERY busy this weekend. (0:26)

Weaponized words and things getting taken out of context. (16:05)

The ONE mistake you don’t make! (27:19)

The most powerful thing in the world is INFORMATION. (35:36)

INVEST in America. (48:37)

Going public is NOT easy. (57:46)

Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:03:12)

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Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi is feared dead in helicopter crash

Full Text: Harrison Butker of Kansas City Chiefs Graduation Speech

Three Americans are accused of being involved in a failed coup attempt in Congo that left multiple people dead.

CoreWeave Raises $7.5 Billion in Debt for AI Computing Push

Diddy apologies in response to viral violent video leak

Diddy can't be charged for 2016 L.A. hotel assault, DA's office says

Investor allocations in US stocks have reached the highest share in history.

After Adobe collapse, Figma deal allows employees to sell shares at $12.5 billion valuation

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Quietly...WE'RE BACK! | Group Chat News Ep. 865 May 16, 2024

Group Chat News is back and we got the hottest stories of the week including Gamestop stock falling 31% from pre-market high in minutes after "Roaring Kitty" made a post with "grim reaper" knocking on a door that says "Gamestop, according to new filings, Netflix has officially acquired rights to the NFL's Christmas Day games in a three-year deal, New York Giants Picked For HBO's 'Hard Knocks Offseason' Show, Google to roll out AI search summaries to billions by year end, OpenAI just announced a new AI model it's calling GPT-4o, Walmart's reign as America's biggest retailer is under threat, and WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

The latest CPI report only further confirms the consumer is soft. (0:40)
Roaring Kitty is at it again. (9:14)
Netflix’s BIG bet on live sports, and the power of the NFL. (18:50)
AI is top of mind. (26:26)
Walmart under threat as the nation's top retailer? (39:50)
Winners, Losers, and Content. (46:18)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (53:02)

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The Price Is NOT Right | Group Chat News Ep. 864 May 13, 2024

Group Chat News is back and we have some of the hottest stories from the week including the Tom Brady roast, McDonald's is feeling the kickback on their price increases, the US BLS has announced that coffee prices will no longer be factored into CPI inflation data, $2.1 TRILLION of excess savings have been wiped out of the US economy since August 2021, 1 in 24 New York City residents is a millionaire, more than any city, seriously underwater mortgages rise across the country, the $55 billion California wine industry is experiencing its largest and sharpest downturn since the 2008 Financial Crisis, and much more.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Happy Mother’s Day! (0:00)

Recapping the roast of Tom Brady. (4:20)

Dee’s experience trying olive oil coffee. (11:33)

The consumer is soft. (14:20)

Is being a millionaire middle-class? (28:14)

No one needs to sell their home. (33:35)

Are boomers helping their broke millennial kids? (37:20)

Sam Altman on All-In. (50:19)

Is wine toast? (58:04)

Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:04:32)

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The US BLS has announced that coffee prices will no longer be factored into CPI inflation data.

McDonald's rising prices pushing some diners away - NBC News

$2.1 TRILLION of excess savings have been wiped out of the US economy since August 2021.

1 in 24 New York City residents is a millionaire, more than any other city

‘Seriously underwater’ mortgages rise across US

All-In Podcast - In conversation with Sam Altman

The $55 billion California wine industry is experiencing its largest and sharpest downturn since the 2008 Financial Crisis

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Stick To The Basics | Group Chat News Ep. 863 May 06, 2024

Group Chat News is back catching you up with the news you need to know, including an inside scoop on Starbucks, and a full recap of Warren Buffett's comments at the Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting. This American bought a $1 home in Italy and spent $35,000 renovating it: ‘It’s much easier to be happier here’ and here's how much money you'd have lost if you invested $1,000 in Peloton when it went public and much more!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Monthly check-ins from the heartland. (0:00)
Dangerous or social media hype? (1:30)
Shrinkflation is real! (5:34)
Is Drama a biohacker? (9:48)
An inside Starbucks scoop on their decline. (15:54)
All the jobs’ data are lies. (19:47)
Grim news from Warren Buffett. (22:33)
Government incompetence. (26:24)
Buy a house for a buck. (36:28)
Life is simple. (46:36)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (52:50)

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Inflation is so real | Group Chat News Ep. 862 May 01, 2024

Group Chat News is back with everything you need to know this week including an update on the campus protests, the summary of the Fed decision 5-1-24, the US economy LOST 192,000 jobs in Q3 2023, according to the BED report released by the BLS last week, Starbucks crashes 10% after reporting quarterly earnings results, Yum Brands earnings miss estimates as Pizza Hut, KFC sales disappoint, CVS pharmacy stock crashes 13% after posting a massive earnings miss and lowering guidance PLUS WINNERS LOSERS CONTENT

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Digital Fentanyl | Group Chat News Ep. 861 Apr 29, 2024

Tonight on Group Chat News we have a wild Sunday episode for you with all of the guys and Zach White and special guests DRAMA's PARENTS. The guys dive into bubble talk and see what the outside perspective of Ohio is and as you would expect, the conversation goes all over the place including Tiktok, LeBron James, Ukraine, the NFL Draft, Stage Coach, and much more!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

The voice of the heartland, Andrew Pfaff (Drama’s DAD), and friend of the pod Zach White, join the pod to bring the Ohio perspective and share fun/personal stories. (1:07)

The importance of freedom of speech. (17:05)
Are colleges relevant? (23:11)
TikTok = Digital fentanyl. (28:32)
Is China trying to destroy America? (59:49)
Does the average American know where the Ukraine relief money has gone? (1:05:19)

White boy summer is back! (1:16:25)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:25:04)

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Ban it all | Group Chat News Ep.860 Apr 25, 2024

Group Chat News is back and we're catching you up on all the stories of the week including People are making $70-80K per year selling restaurant reservations in NYC on the secondary market, CBS News is reporting that the billions US taxpayers have funneled into Ukraine have allowed the bar scene in Kyiv to flourish, Tesla short sellers are set to lose $1.62 billion today as the stock rises 12% after earnings, California wants to ban CLEAR at airports now in the name of equity, Reggie Bush is getting his 2005 Heisman Trophy back, Biden just signed a potential TikTok ban into law, Saudi Arabia's first alcohol store has opened in the diplomatic quarter of its capital Riyadh, Binance Founder Changpeng Zhao Should Spend 3 Years in Prison, and of course everyone's favorite WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

The BIGGEST podcast on YouTube! (0:00)
The voices of the heartland coming to the pod? (2:37)
A good hustle. (5:58)
Paying for our own enemies? (9:24)
It’s earnings season! There is NO method to the madness. (21:22)
California CANNOT get ANYTHING right! (25:25)
Better late than never for Reggie Bush. (33:36)
TikTok banned? (40:29)
Saudi Arabia is doing ALL the right things. (45:14)
Life comes at you quickly, CZ. (48:08)
Winners, Losers, and Content. (52:35)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:04:05)

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Steal Less | Group Chat News Ep. 859 Apr 22, 2024

Group Chat News is back with the hottest stories of the week! Including some bubble talk with Dee and Anand going to Nobu for lunch, Ryan Garcia vs Devin Haney fight, Lo Siento is now in Trader Joe's in CA, the House passes Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan aid. The potential TikTok ban, LVMH says champagne sales are down because people aren't partying like they used to, Billions in dirty money flies under the radar at world's busiest airports, Chipolte keeps raising prices, how Nike won Caitlin Clark, and Taylor Swift drops a new album.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

The voices from the heartland coming to California! (0:00)
What happened at Nobu?! (0:38)
Breaking down the Ryan Garcia vs. Devin Haney fight. (16:13)
Lo Siento is at Trader Joe’s! (20:52)
The real heist. (23:54)
People aren’t partying like they used to. (45:10)
The ‘beef’ with Chipotle. (49:08)
Caitlin Clark x Nike. (55:24)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:03:20)
Taylor Swift, the best songwriter of all-time?! (1:04:04)
Who’s going to stop us? (1:09:40)

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Experiential Billionaire | Group Chat News Ep. 858 Apr 18, 2024

Tonight on Group Chat News, we're back with another great interview with a friend of the pod Joe Huff who dives into becoming rich in experience, and how to figure out what matters the most to you. After the interview, we dive into some news including Powell's latest comments on the Fed and inflation, how airlines are predicting a record summer, the NBA sets records for attendance and sellouts in a season, and of course everyone's favorite WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

A Group Chat exclusive interview with a friend of the pod, Joe Huff. He shares his superhero origin story and the tools needed to build a life with experiences and die with no regrets. (0:00)
Jerome Powell is incompetent. (37:19)
The lay-off party is JUST getting started. (43:09)
Cloud-seeding is REAL! (45:29)
NBA is BIGGER than EVER! (52:53)
Winners, Losers, and Content. (57:08)

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Experts In Everything | Group Chat News Ep. 857 Apr 15, 2024

Tonight on Group Chat News we have a very special guest David Ghiyam who gives us insight into the company he co-founded MaryRuth Organics as well as universal Kabbalistic Wisdom on life. After the interview Drama comes in just in time to talk about Coachella and the Masters tournament, Price inflation, the Drone attack on Israel, how American homicide numbers are dropping drastically, Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter is being charged with stealing 16 million, and the passing of O.J. Simpson, plus so much more.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

A Group Chat exclusive interview with David Ghiyam, Co-founder of MaryRuth Organics, on all things starting a supplement business and Kabbalah wisdom. (0:00)
Having kids and starting a family later in life. (49:10)
Coachella is NOT dead. (1:01:01)
Recapping The Masters. (1:06:54)
Let’s talk inflation. (1:10:51)
The sentiment in America. (1:24:05)
Shohei Ohtani, the Michael Jordan of baseball. (1:28:00)
RIP OJ. (1:30:45)

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Everything Is A Joke | Group Chat News Ep. 856 Apr 08, 2024

Tonight on Group Chat news we catch up with everything golf and then we dive into some of the hottest stories of the week including 10 surprising facts about the 2024 Solar Eclipse, Total credit card debt is skyrocketing as savings rates have crashed, Tesla's stock takes a hit, Google parent Alphabet weighs offer for HubSpot, all 99 Cent Only store are closing, El Salvador is now offering 5000 passports, and the Iowa-UConn game gets 14.2 million viewers on ESPN plus much more.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

BIG win for Indians! (0:00)
Fake sports accounts are the BEST! (7:44)
Everything is an opportunity to make money. (8:58)
There is NO other place to invest than America. (16:48)
Tesla’s HOT. (29:24)
Google’s existential crisis. (34:45)
Temu wins again. (41:15)
El Salvador’s impressive transformation. (50:12)
Nobody is above anything. (1:05:29)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:11:07)

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Billionaire or Prison | Group Chat News Ep. 855 Apr 04, 2024

Tonight on Group Chat News, we're catching you up on all the hottest stories of the week. Including, 12.3 million viewers watching the Iowa LSU basketball game, Amazon's "walk out" tech had a big secret running behind it, Ulta shares fall as CEO warns beauty demand is slowing, Seattle public school shuts down gifted and talented program for being oversaturated with white and Asian students, Scary stories coming out of Kayne West's school Donda Academy, and of course WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Caitlin Clark is an ABSLOUTE phenom! (0:00)
Build the tech and you will win. (16:04)
Is beauty cooling off? (36:23)
You don’t solve the problem by lowering the standard. (46:33)
Stay away from anything Kayne school related. (1:05:28)
Winners, Losers, and Content. (1:08:00)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:17:06)

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Easter VS The World | Group Chat News Ep. 854 Apr 01, 2024

Tonight on Group Chat News we are not wasting any time diving into the hottest stories of the week. Biden proclaimed this Easter Sunday as a “Transgender Day of Visibility”, the best 10 places in the U.S to raise a family, Home Depot is acquiring specialty distributor SRS for $18.25 billion in a huge bet on growing pro sales, even more, undocumented Indian migrants follow the route to America, California fast food workers will get $20 minimum wage starting Monday, America is now producing more oil and gas than any other nation, and US Recorded music industry revenue hit 17.1 billion in 2023.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Easter vs. The World. (0:00)
The ten best places to raise a family. (9:43)
This is an SRS. (21:57)
We need immigration. (29:19)
The secondary impact of the California fast-food minimum wage increase. (40:29)
USA, USA! (45:18)
The US music industry is adapting. (53:47)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (57:52)

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Bread and Circuses | Group Chat News Ep. 853 Mar 29, 2024

Tonight on Group Chat News, we have a friend of the pod Zach White subbing in for Drama as we cover this jam-packed week of news! Including the raid of Diddy's houses, an update on the Shohei Ohtani gambling story, Andrew Huberman receiving backlash in an NY Mag article, Francis Scott Key bridge collapse, SBF sentenced to 25 years in federal prison, the NFL is auctioning off Christmas day games for 2024, plus WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

The FULL-BLOWN attack happening on celebrity males. (0:00)
Parody is now reality. It is important to question EVERYTHING! (15:38)
Why are people leaning more ‘right’ than they ever have? (34:25)
More updates on the Ohtani gambling scandal. (46:31)
Let’s talk Zyn. (55:25)
Making an example of SBF. (1:00:00)
Teflon Don. (1:02:37)
Winners, Losers, and Content. (1:05:34)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:28:15)

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A Very American Thing To Do | Group Chat News Ep. 852 Mar 25, 2024

Tonight on Group Chat News we're bringing you all of the hottest stories from the week including an update on Kate Middleton, Jack Daniels sales declining, the first patient of Neuralink showing off their new life with the implant, more Fortune 500 companies testing AI models on Google than Open AI, the Shohei Ohtani gambling scandal, Russian forces torture the men they arrested over Moscow terror attack, plus a little conspiracy corner with Dee and Anand plus more.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

The parent vacation lobby. (0:00)
Go get married! (10:23)
Conspiracy Corner: Ski industrial complex. (11:54)
Reacting to Kate Middleton’s announcement. (16:47)
The shift in behavior of alcohol. (23:17)
Elon strikes again! (28:28)
Google AI vs OpenAI. (39:45)
The story of the year! Shohei Ohtani. (45:27)
Tragedy in Moscow. (1:02:03)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:07:25)

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Respect The King! | Group Chat News Ep. 851 Mar 21, 2024

Tonight on Group Chat News, Anand just got back from San Fransico! He's giving us the boots-on-the-ground story of what's going on with the city. All news with Microsoft. What is going on with Kate Middleton? Goldman Sachs raises USA real GDP growth forecast from an improbable place. A new lawsuit is filed against Hermes, and Mr.Beast has a new show coming out with Amazon plus more!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Is San Francisco back? (0:00)
AI is annoying. (16:33)
Microsoft is making BIG moves. (20:40)
What’s going on with Kate Middleton? (26:59)
GDP growth from an unlikely place. (33:15)
Raising the alarm on undocumented people entering the US. (36:40)
Luxury lawsuit. (45:30)
Can Mr. Beast’s YouTube success transfer to TV? (51:24)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (56:40)

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Group Chat News Ep. 850 Mar 18, 2024

Tonight on Episode 850 of Group Chat News Drama tells us that he's ready to become a full-time golf influencer. We catch up with the latest golf tea in LA, no surprise Putin won his election, and we look into the future of home buyer's agent commissions, we take a look at inflation and we will ever see the rates come down, how couples are embracing the DINK label, Waymo now offering robotaxi service, and we take a second to talk about recording 850 episodes of group chat!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Drama’s new gig, golf influencer? (0:00)
You should NEVER cast a vote against Putin. (16:39)
The professional gig of being a real estate agent is TOAST! (18:49)
We are VERY inflated. (30:28)
Is automation the answer? (1:02:13)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:11:41)
How do we solve the homelessness problem? (1:15:35)

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Smart Phones Dumb People | Group Chat News Ep. 849 Mar 14, 2024

Today on Group Chat News, we go over the hottest stories keeping you up to date with the world. Including, an update on the billion-dollar idea we came up with on the last episode, we go over #wif, the latest meme coin to hit 2.6 billion in market cap, the House voted to ban TikTok in the United States, and what this means for everyone's favorite app, nearly half of the young adults have money dysmorphia and what are some of the symptoms, and last but not least WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

The people have spoken, and they want their Zyn! (0:00)
$WIF to the moon! (14:07)
Will TikTok be banned in the US? (20:12)
Shorting America. (28:22)
Keeping up with the Joneses. (46:53)
Winners, Losers, and Content. (54:57)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:14:07)

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Team You! | Group Chat News Ep. 848 Mar 11, 2024

Group Chat News is back and we have all of the hottest stories for you including the Oscars, the latest UFC recap, and how Trump is getting his screen time in at the events, A tragic Tesla accident caused the death of Angela Chao, one of the best ways Americans are creating passive income, Temu launching for American resellers soon, Surge pricing is back in other restaurants, Zyn is in the process of a complete takeover, and a how restaurants don't want your party of 6.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

We need sound. (0:00)
Oscar's flub. (2:28)
Drama doesn’t play the country club game. (8:53)
American excellence. (24:54)
Recapping Trump’s UFC 299 appearance. (27:26)
The conspiracy surrounding Angela Chao’s death. (32:02)
Chasing passive income with vending machines? (40:04)
Marketplaces are HOT! (45:48)
Are you down with surge pricing? (52:18)
People LOVE Zyn. (59:23)
Restaurants DON’T want your part of six. (1:08:13)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:19:00)

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So Much Money | Group Chat News Ep 847 Mar 08, 2024

Today on Group Chat News we catch up with Dee as he tells his latest conference story and we dive into a little education on investors and investing. Anand shares his crazy home break-in story, Opera's primetime special on ABC talking about weight loss drugs and the guys debate if it's a passion or a for-profit project, Jake Paul is stepping back in the ring again and this time he will be fighting Mike Tyson, and of course we end it off with Winners, losers, and content!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Access to capital is the BIGGEST bubble in the world. (0:00)
Anand’s harrowing home invasion experience. (20:26)
Oprah’s money grab. (37:57)
Hot takes on the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson announcement. (46:13)
Winners, Losers, and Content. (49:48)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (59:28)

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Bubble Talk | Group Chat News Ep. 846 Mar 04, 2024

Group Chat News is back and we're here catching you up on everything that's going on. Including a new rumor that got started on our YouTube page about Drama, Dee, and the family camping recap, Anand has a hot take on Disneyland. Then we get into the hottest news, including the 100 million dollar PRE wedding party that all of the biggest stars were at this weekend, Americans taking Ozempic could boost the U S economy, how we can now treat the current covid virus like the flu, Kellogg's CEO makes a comment that receives a huge backlash and Sydney Sweeney hosts SNL.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Drama’s a BIG Trump guy. (0:00)
Dee’s glamping experience with his kids. (2:04)
Disneyland bubble talk. (19:53)
Some hot takes from Anant Ambani’s STAR-STUDDED pre-wedding party. (24:01)
Can Ozempic boost the US economy?! (44:22)
Addressing the latest report on treating COVID like the flu now. (54:35)
Kellogg’s boycott. (1:07:50)
The ‘whites’ are back. (1:12:17)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:17:23)

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It's Obvious | Group Chat News Ep.845 Feb 29, 2024

We're back with another episode of Group Chat News covering all the stories you need to hear including Sean "Diddy" Combs being hit by another sexual assault lawsuit, Top Amazon aggregator Thrasio filing for bankruptcy, Saudi sovereign wealth fund partnering with men’s tennis tour, Wendy's says it won't do 'surge pricing' after all, backtracking after a backlash, Why airlines are raising baggage fees — and charging you more at the airport, Macy’s to close 150 more stores in 3 years, Klarna's AI customer support agent can handle 2/3rd of the requests by itself and of course WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Everyone is f****** each other. (0:00)
It’s so obvious when it comes to investing. (11:06)
So long Thrasio. (18:47)
The Saudi wealth fund strikes AGAIN! (24:49)
Does surge pricing make sense? (38:44)
The airline racket. (42:15)
A slow death for Macy’s. (45:46)
AI is taking over. (48:35)
Something fishy is going on with Stripe. (51:25)
Winners, Losers, and Content. (53:46)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:01:18)

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The Four Commandments | Group Chat News Ep. 844 Feb 26, 2024

Group Chat News is back and we are catching up with Dee and Anand on their world travels to Dubai and Milan including Dee running into Kayne. After we catch up with the guys we jump into some news including Google Gemini and the backlash they have gotten, Shane Gillis makes his return to Saturday Night Live after being fired, Hungary's prime minister's new plan to make the country better, a Dumb Money review.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

From the Valley to Dubai to Milan! (0:00)
Google’s Gemini is WOKE! (51:45)
Shane Gillis is back at SNL. (1:01:22)
Hungary wants to reward women to increase their population. (1:10:02)
Movie Reviews. (1:34:05)

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When Life Gives You Lemons | Group Chat News Ep. 843 Feb 19, 2024

Tonight on Group Chat News we dive into the hottest stories of the week including Drama talks about his latest golf outing, The latest UFC event and how Zuck ended up the hottest meme of the weekend, the new Kayne West album, Beyonce goes country, Trump hits Philly for the release of his first shoe, Wegovy the weight loss drug is starting to be used by the youth, NYC has the most expensive pizza in the country, Temu might have finally pushed the limit too far as they are facing new lawsuits, Zyn nicotine pouches takeoff and land in the culture wars, Open AI teases "Sora" its new text to video AI model, and the movies are off to a slow start in 2024.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Drama’s a golf influencer. (0:00)
Zuck’s a meme. (4:36)
Kanye, the Alex Jones of rap? (17:28)
Country’s IN! (21:03)
“We don’t like the messenger, so we killed the message.” (25:15)
Viewing things through the lens of your children. (37:53)
Addressing the obesity epidemic in America. (43:00)
The nation’s most expensive pizza. (55:43)
Temu’s customer issues. (1:01:14)
Is Zyn too hot? (1:03:16)
Will OpenAI kill Hollywood? (1:09:34)
Is going to the movies over? (1:20:12)

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Too Much Winning | Group Chat News Ep. 842 Feb 15, 2024

Group Chat News is back fresh from Superbowl weekend and we're talking about it! From the Game to the parties, to Dee being right about almost everything, to the commercials from Dunkin, Kayne, and Temu Plus the craziness from the Waste Management golf event, Zuck calling out Apple's vision pro, Tucker Carlson's interview with Putin, and Elon Musk is still going after Disney and of course Winners, Losers, and Content!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Recapping ALL THINGS Super Bowl weekend in Vegas. (1:56)
ANYTHING is possible if you want it to happen. (34:09)
Superbowl commercials: Big winners and losers. (45:35)
Winners, Losers, and Content. (51:43)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:03:56)
Thoughts on Tucker/Putin interview. (1:06:04)

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The Best Week Of The Year! | Group Chat News Ep. 841 Feb 08, 2024

Tonight on Group Chat News we have an exclusive interview with Ryan Tierney of Lo Siento Tequila, plus the hottest news you need to know this week including Microsoft's plan to hire 2 million Indians in AI, how you stream sports is about to change with this blockbuster media deal, The cities with the fastest falling home prices, Snaps stock drops on Q4 earnings, plus everyone's favorite WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Bud Light is BACK! (0:00)
An exclusive interview with a friend of the pod, Ryan Tierney, on everything spirits and in particular, TEQUILA! (1:22)
It’s never been better to be an Indian! (20:40)
The biggest scam in live sports streaming? (34:10)
Home prices are FINALLY falling. (37:45)
It’s earning season! The latest on Snap. (40:27)
Winners, Losers, and Content. (42:52)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (54:01)

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Microsoft plans to train 2M Indians in AI, says Nadella
The Ben & Marc Show - YouTube
How You Stream Sports Is About to Be Transformed by a Blockbuster Media Deal
Fastest Falling Home Prices Since 2022, by City:
Snap stock drops on Q4 earnings
How much does a 30-second Super Bowl ad cost in 2024?

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Just Keep Spending | Group Chat News Ep. 840 Feb 05, 2024

Tonight on group chat news we catch you up on everything you need to know from this last week including the latest from J Powell and how it's not looking good for a rate cut in March, The latest jobs report, the release of the new Apple vision pro, Meta shares surge 20%, insider story on how FTX can give everyone their money back, Amazon earnings up 14%, Joe Rogans new deal with Spotify worth $250 million that is NOT exclusive, New York was selected for the world cup 2026, and Elon Musks $56 billion payback was VOIDED by a Delaware judge, and the latest update with Neuralink.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

It’s the rainy season in California. (0:00)
Breaking down J Powell on 60 Minutes. (5:03)
The jobs report is full of s***! (16:52)
Is the Apple Vision Pro a net negative for society? (20:43)
Meta is SURGING! (31:29)
How is FTX able to return customer deposits? (41:08)
Amazon’s BONKERS numbers. (45:57)
Joe Rogan’s latest blockbuster deal with Spotify. (53:45)
LA’s World Cup fumble. (55:13)
Going all-in on Elon. (57:28)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:01:11)

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Build Back Better | Group Chat News Ep. 839 Feb 01, 2024

Today on Group Chat News we have a special interview with Kevin Gould, an entrepreneur, talent manager, brand builder, and investor. He just returned from a business trip to China so he gives us the inside scoop on everything related to his trip. We also dived into some of the hottest news topics of the week including UPS announcing 12,000 job cuts, the PGA tour finalized a deal bringing them 3 billion in funding, FTX customers will be paid back in full, and the latest summary of the Fed meeting, plus much more!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

An interview with a friend of the pod, Kevin Gould, to discuss the state of brands and consumers. (0:00)
Great for golf. (40:47)
FTX customers getting paid back in full. (45:23)
Recapping the latest Fed meeting. (46:27)

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The Boys Are Back In Town | Group Chat News Ep. 838 Jan 29, 2024

This is Group Chat News episode everyone has been waiting for! Dee and Jav are back from their almost two-week-long business tour around Europe. They go over some of the highs and lows of the trip and what they learned from the trip, then we dive into a little bit of news including everything NFL, the deadly attack on US troops in Jordan, and the Chinese economy.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Full recap of Dee & Javier’s European work trip. (0:00)
Why aren’t Chinese travelers traveling? (37:28)
Only in LA. (43:13)
Recapping Championship weekend in the NFL. (45:41)
The growing perception that the US is weak. (58:40)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:06:02)

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Content is King | Group Chat News Ep. 837 Jan 25, 2024

Tonight on Group Chat News we have some of the hottest stories of the week including Mr.Beast's first X (Twitter) post and how it made over 250,000 dollars, middle schoolers are being bullied for not coming to school with a Standly Tumbler, WWE signing a deal with Netflix for 5 billion dollars, Netflix subscribers surge as revenue beats estimates, Trump winning New Hampshire and what does this mean for Nikki Haley, Jon Stewart is making his return to The Daily Show and of course WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Football brings both sides together. (1:20)
Networks vs. Internet economy. (9:50)
A sign of the times when it comes to bullying. (20:54)
WWE x Netflix. (28:18)
Netflix is on a bit of a hot streak. (33:54)
The Republican Party has spoken, and Donald Trump is THEIR guy. (37:36)
Jon Stewart’s return to The Daily Show. (46:51)
Winners, Losers, and Content. (50:22)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:01:29)

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The Best of Times Forever | Group Chat News Ep. 836 Jan 22, 2024

Group Chat News is back with the hottest news of the week including an update from Dee and the boys Euro trip, everything NFL, and a recap of the latest UFC fight in Toronto. What is Chick-fil-A doing right and how did Subway, Arby's, BK, and KFC get it so wrong? The stock market is at an all-time high, Ron DeSantis drops out of the presidential race, Shein faces new ipo hitch, In and Out closes restaurant in Oakland due to Crime plus Stick around till the end for a Group Chat News Exclusive interview with Sneaker Steve of Ales Grey who has some very exciting news and he's sharing it with us first plus Sneaker Steve is giving us the biggest Kathy discount of the year!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Where in the world are Dee and Jav? (0:00)
Depriving GenZ of hard work? (4:32)
Highlighting YouTube comments. (11:10)
Recapping the BIG sports weekend! (12:56)
Controversy sells. (24:23)
Chick-Fil-A's secret sauce to success. (30:24)
The stock market continues to make NO sense. (35:28)
Ron DeSantis’ fall from grace. (43:05)
The Chinese Government is going to save the US? (51:30)
Bad business for In-N-Out. (54:15)
An exclusive interview with Sneaker Steve with a VERY special announcement for Group Chat listeners. (57:02)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:08:30)

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Nothing is slowing down | Group Chat News Ep. 835 Jan 18, 2024

Group Chat News is back with all the hottest news of the week including an update on Dee and the boy's world travels, the 2024 Coachella lineup, Vivek Ramaswamy dropping out of the presidential race, Dean Phillips getting one million dollars from Bill Ackman, JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon has more hot takes to say about Bitcoin, Hertz rental car is hurting from their EV rentals, when will we start to see the market start cutting rates, plus winners, losers, and content!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Drama returns! (0:00)
Dee’s humbling experience. (1:24)
Aging out of Coachella. (7:12)
Vivek Ramaswamy proves his character. (14:36)
Strapping in for the next 10 crazy months! (23:25)
Jamie Dimon’s poor take on Bitcoin. (28:40)
Why doesn’t anyone want to rent Teslas? (41:20)
The state of the economy. (44:26)
Winners, Losers, and Content. (52:38)

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Get Yourself A Famous Friend | Group Chat News Ep. 834 Jan 15, 2024

Group Chat News is back with the hottest stories you need to know about including the Iowa Caucuses happening Monday, how to increase your odds of getting that first date by 48%, Nike and Tiger Woods are ending their 27 year partnership, California aims to ban tackle football for kids under 12 years old, scientist find over a quarter million nano plastic particles in bottled water and what that means if you drink it, Argentina inflation hits over 211%, and we close the podcast out with a few members tent stories!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Every Indian is the same. (0:00)
The boys are going to Europe! (3:50)
Cable news THRIVES on elections. (12:40)
You are 48% more likely to land a first date if you do this. (20:45)
Nike and Tiger Woods are ending their partnership. (26:32)
A new California bill aims to ban tackle football for kids under 12. (33:14)
Is drinking out of plastic bottles dangerous? (42:50)
‘Members Tent Only’ stories. (45:40)

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Bitcoin ETF Is Approved! | Group Chat News Ep.833 Jan 11, 2024

Today on Group Chat News, we have a special interview with Ian Rogers of Ledger talking all things digital assets and the exciting news of the Bitcoin ETF being approved as soon as we started recording this episode. Then we jumped into some news, including Ecuador's citizens taking up arms against drug cartels, U S oil to reach record output in 2024, Aaron Rodgers is done being a guest on the Pat McAffe show for the rest of the NFL season, and Nick Saban announces his retirement plus more.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Bitcoin ETF has been APPROVED! Breaking down this momentous feat. (0:00)
The impact on the broader web3 market. (19:40)
Exciting things at Ledger happening. (38:07)
The guy's hot take on Aaron Rodgers being dropped from the Pat McAfee Show. (48:34)
Complete chaos in Ecuador. (1:00:09)
US oil output at record highs. (1:07:25)
Nick Saban retiring. (1:09:13)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:10:50)

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2024 Predictions | Group Chat News Ep. 832 Jan 08, 2024

Group Chat News is back and we have a special episode for the 2023 winners, losers, and content of the year, and the 2024 predictions including the stock market, crypto, biggest industry winner, sports, pop culture and more plus the guys catch everyone up on what they have done in the past and what everyone does outside of being the host of the number one podcast in the world!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Welcome to Group Chat. (0:00)
Winners, Losers, and Content of 2023.
Content of the Year. (13:47)
Loser of the Year. (18:42)
Winner of the Year. (25:59)
2024 Predications.
Crypto. (31:29)
Biggest Industry/Company Winner. (39:40)
Biggest Industry/Company Loser. (46:53)
Biggest Comeback Story. (55:15)
Biggest Fall from Grace. (1:00:03)
Biggest Change in Sports. (1:02:06)
Biggest Moment in Pop Culture. (1:05:50)
Rapid Fire. (1:12:00)

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Try Something new! | Group Chat News Ep. 831 Jan 04, 2024

Group Chat News is back in 2024! Starting the year off right with a jam-packed podcast with the hottest stories including the Epstein trial is about to release the list of names in the flight logs, Jimmy Kimmel threatening to sue Aaron Rodgers over his comment about him on the Pat McAfee show, the rise of the forever renters, how one cup turned Stanley into a $750 million business, LA's most famous bakery suddenly closes all locations, Rose bowl hits 32.8 million tv viewers, Claudine Gay resigns the presidency of Harvard University, Container shipping rates skyrockets after the red sea missile attacks and more!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

The most astonishing things as we enter 2024. (0:00)
New Year, reset. TRY S***! (7:47)
2024 coming in HOT with the release of the Epstein list. (21:27)
The potential harm when people take things as fact. (31:27)
The hydration bottle industry is HUGE! (41:07)
RIP Sweet Lady Jane. (47:59)
Football is KING! (49:11)
The rise of the ‘forever renters’. (53:16)
The problems with diversity, equity, and inclusion in today’s climate. (1:02:47)
What’s going on in the Red Sea? (1:17:46)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:20:46)

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Goodbye 2023 | Group Chat News Ep.830 Dec 29, 2023

The last Group Chat News Episode of the year and we may have saved the best for last!

Today we catch up with Drama and his holiday, goal setting for the new year, The New York Times vs Open A.I. lawsuit, The most watched NFL Xmas day game since 1989, Pizza Hut laying off thousands of delivery drivers in California, predicted energy drink trends for 2024, Kanye West apologizes in Hebrew, a study that shows what states have the highest drug, tobacco and alcohol use, and of course WINNERS LOSERS, and CONTENT!

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

A recap of the Christmas holiday. Did Drama make it to Ohio? (0:00)
Goal setting for 2024 with Group Chat. (9:07)
Open A.I.’s battle with copyright infringement. (13:04)
The NFL’s numbers are BANANAS!! (24:55)
Are all fast-food workers in a pickle? (33:40)
Forecasting energy drink trends for 2024. (37:34)
Why are kids still obsessed with Kanye? (44:46)
The 16 states where drug, alcohol, and cigarette use are the highest. (49:54)
Winners, Losers, and Content. (53:17)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:10:57)

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Happy Holidays | Group Chat News Ep. 829 Dec 21, 2023

Group Chat News is BACK and keeping you up to date with everything going on in this crazy holiday season tonight we talk about FedEx shares sinking after a profit miss, Donald Trump being banned from running for president in Colorado, a record day for S&P reaching 20.8 billion while investors pull 5.2 billion from QQQ Nasdaq, Adobe gives up the acquisition of Figma, Elon Musk is starting his university, record numbers of 40-year-old Americans aren't married, and Netflix is testing the waters in live sports and more plus WINNERS, LOSERS, and CONTENT.

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

Is Hollywood checked out for the holidays? (0:00)
The joy of Christmas. (3:15)
A sense of the REAL economy. (4:53)
Americans don’t want a President; we want a SHOW. (14:17)
All signs point to an overheated market that must be corrected. (22:01)
What happens to Figma now? (26:30)
Elon puts his money where his mouth is. (32:28)
The secondary effects of people NOT getting married and having children. (39:31)
Testing live sporting events on streaming platforms. (45:50)
Winners, Losers, and Content. (49:03)
Group Chat ‘Kathy’ Shout Outs. (1:04:49)

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