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TECH008: Emerging Tech Overview: Driverless Cars, Image Generation, Energy Infrastructure w/ Seb Bunney (Tech Podcast) Dec 03, 2025

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Seb and Preston explore Tesla's FSD 14.2 advancements and their implications for AI-driven autonomy. They also tackle the ethical, societal, and infrastructural challenges of rapid AI development—from brain-inspired computing to nuclear energy’s role in supporting AGI.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:44 - How Tesla’s FSD 14.2 dramatically improved its autonomous driving performance 00:13:42 - The ethical dilemmas and liability concerns around AI decision-making 00:20:27 - Tesla’s sensor-only approach versus LiDAR-heavy systems like Waymo 00:27:31- The potential of biologically-inspired artificial neurons 00:30:32 - How brain-computer interfaces could revolutionize AI and prosthetics 00:32:28 - The societal risks of tech-enhanced human capabilities 00:36:26 - How AI image generation tools like Google’s Nano Banana Pro are evolving 00:49:37 - Why AI’s energy demands are influencing nuclear power policy 01:00:06 - The risks of AI-induced content homogenization and “AI slop” 01:07:22 - Why some are turning to manual trades to escape AI disruption

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TIP773: How Systems and Simple Math Shape Better Investing w/ Kyle Grieve Nov 30, 2025

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On today’s episode, Kyle Grieve discusses powerful mental models from systems thinking and mathematics and applies them directly to investing and life. He breaks down concepts like feedback loops, kill criteria, scale, compounding, randomness, and regression to the mean to show how they shape real-world outcomes. He'll also share practical frameworks for improving decision-making, managing uncertainty, and positioning your portfolio to benefit from long-term compounding.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:

00:00:00 - Intro

00:03:23 - How feedback loops stabilize or reinforce outcomes in investing

00:10:11 - How kill criteria help you make predetermined decisions in a noisy world

00:14:09 - Why the cone of uncertainty is useful for evaluating conviction and position sizing

00:17:33 - How scale changes the behavior, costs, and risks of a growing business

00:25:06 - How algorithms clarify which inputs drive the conclusions you rely on

00:30:20 - How to evaluate a company’s ability to reach critical mass and become self-sustaining

00:35:35 - The hidden forms of compounding that are just as powerful as the visible ones

00:40:02 - Why power laws should influence your portfolio concentration

00:43:12 - How randomness shapes investing outcomes, and how to take advantage of it

00:51:24 - Why regression to the mean matters during periods of strong or weak performance

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TIP772: How Great Compounders Turn Time Into a Superpower w/ Kyle Grieve Nov 28, 2025

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On today’s episode, Kyle Grieve discusses what makes elite compounders so valuable and why they can generate exceptional returns even when purchased at high valuations.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:

00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:42 - Why Compounders deserve to trade at a premium 00:10:13 - The three parameters necessary for successful compounding 00:12:49 - The two approaches for reinvestment that compounders take advantage of 00:14:42 - How compounders create resiliency 00:19:37 - The reasons Sweden has so many successful serial acquirers 00:25:25 - About the two pioneers of Swedish decentralization 00:25:25 - Why Electrolux has created so many great business cultures 00:31:03 - The importance of discipline to successful serial acquirers 00:38:36 - The benefits of working capital KPIs 00:57:54 - The surprising ingredient of compounders

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BTC255: Bitcoin Is For Everyone w/ Natalie Brunell (Bitcoin Podcast) Nov 26, 2025

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Preston and Natalie discuss her book Bitcoin is for Everyone, a concise, accessible guide to Bitcoin’s relevance in today’s world. They explore Natalie’s personal immigrant story, the financial wake-up call of 2008, and how Bitcoin offers hope amid systemic dysfunction. They also address national vulnerabilities, military planning, and the future of decentralized money.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:

00:00:00 - Intro 00:03:04 - How Natalie’s immigrant background shaped her views on money and freedom. 00:08:02 - The 2008 financial crisis as a catalyst for her career and beliefs. 00:11:03 - Why Bitcoin is seen as a corrective to a broken financial system. 00:18:02 - The distinction between true capitalism and socialized losses. 00:23:34 - How to explain Bitcoin’s volatility through systemic flaws. 00:28:09 - Why Bitcoin is for Everyone is a great entry point for Bitcoin beginners. 00:31:56 - How energy use and scarcity are central to Bitcoin’s value. 00:35:50 - Why Bitcoin’s design empowers individuals over institutions. 00:46:49 - The importance of educating future generations on sound money. 00:54:18 - The national security risks tied to financial and industrial offshoring.

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Natalie’s new Book: Bitcoin is for Everyone.
Natalie’s Podcast: Coin Stories.
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TIP771: Money Masters Of Our Time w/ Kyle Grieve Nov 23, 2025

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On today’s episode, Kyle Grieve discusses significant takeaways from the book Money Masters Of Our Time.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:

00:00:00 - Intro 00:07:58 - Warren Buffett's emphasis on "controlled greed" and "fascination with your craft" and why it's necessary to survive in the market for a lifetime 00:11:14 - How to identify and take advantage of stocks nobody else wants 00:17:48 - Why more research time should be spent finding the truth of things rather than confirming what you already believe to be true 00:24:46 - A simple framework for identifying and holding businesses that compound capital 00:28:29 - The four kinds of events when a quality business can offer attractive entry points to look for 00:43:51 - Strategies to search for opportunities in newly opened markets 00:52:32 - The importance of perspective when taking advice from people who are playing different games than you 00:56:09 - The importance of being reluctant to take profits 01:02:08 - How to utilize metaphors to aid in your investing decision-making 01:12:30 - The strength of using tracking positions to understand potential outperformers better

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TIP770: Mastering the Markets w/ Andrew Brenton Nov 21, 2025

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On today’s episode, Clay Finck is joined by Andrew Brenton to discuss the inefficiencies in the stock market as well as his investment thesis on Floor & Decor and Kinsale Capital.

Andrew Brenton is the CEO and co-founder of Turtle Creek Asset Management. Since its inception in 1998, Turtle Creek has achieved an average annual return of 18.8% versus just 8.7% for the S&P 500. $10,000 invested in their fund at inception would have grown to over $1 million, and had that money been invested in the market, it would have been worth around $95,000.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:

00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:28 - Andrew’s thoughts on whether today’s markets are becoming more or less efficient 00:13:08 - How today’s market reminds him of the 1999 tech business 00:16:17 - His investment thesis and intrinsic value estimate of Floor & Decor 00:41:26 - Why Andrew is long Kinsale Capital in the fund 00:57:05 - Andrew’s thoughts on weathering periods of underperformance relative to the broader market

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Cliff Asness’s paper: The Less-Efficient Market Hypothesis.
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Related Episode: TIP674: Outperforming the Market, Managing Risk, & Market Inefficiencies w/ Andrew Brenton, or watch the video.
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BTC254: Bitcoin & Macro Overview w/ Luke Gromen Q4 2025 (Bitcoin Podcast) Nov 19, 2025

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Luke and Preston delve into America's financial fragility, exploring Treasury funding risks, shifting global power dynamics, and Fed policy challenges.

They discuss the rising relevance of Bitcoin and gold amid liquidity constraints, and how economic missteps, tech sector bottlenecks, and geopolitical shifts may shape the future.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:

00:00:00 - Intro

00:01:37 - Why the U.S. faces a multi-pronged "poly crisis" despite strong tax receipts

00:02:20 - How short-term debt issuance is straining financial system liquidity

00:04:02 - Why Japan’s bond and currency trends signal deeper global shifts

00:05:10 - The impact of U.S. shale decline and oil demand on inflation

00:12:18 - How hedge funds are absorbing Treasury debt—and why it matters

00:06:27 - The surprising risk factors in the tech sector like hyperscaler power limits

00:19:31 - The contradiction in U.S. housing policy and mortgage lengths

00:26:06 - Why Bitcoin and gold are diverging in investor appeal

00:49:16 - How global power shifts and sanctions are elevating gold’s role

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BOOKS AND RESOURCES

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TIP769: How Home Depot’s Founders Built a $300 Billion Company from the Ground Up w/ Kyle Grieve Nov 16, 2025

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Kyle Grieve discusses the incredible origin story of Home Depot and the visionary founders who built it from nothing. He explores how Bernie Marcus, Arthur Blank, and Ken Langone overcame countless setbacks to create a retail powerhouse. Kyle also shares timeless business lessons on leadership, culture, and competitive advantage that continue to define Home Depot’s success today.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:

00:00:00 - Intro 00:06:13 - The setbacks that sparked Home Depot’s creation after Bernie and Arthur were fired 00:09:35 - Why Ken Langone saw Bernie’s firing as a billion-dollar opportunity in disguise 00:12:15 - How a handshake and a Cadillac nearly killed Home Depot’s first funding deal 00:14:51 - The moment Bernie found his “dream store” was already built… by a competitor 00:19:07 - Why J.C. Penney’s struggling subsidiary became the key to Home Depot’s first stores 00:27:05 - How warehouse grit, not polish, became central to Home Depot’s brand identity 00:27:59 - The creative $2 promotion that packed stores and put Home Depot on the map 00:31:06 - The critical lessons from Sears’ fall that shaped Home Depot’s management philosophy 00:35:43 - How Sam Walton’s “everyday low prices” transformed Home Depot’s margins forever 00:52:00 - Four timeless leadership and culture principles that still drive Home Depot’s success

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TIP768: Best Quality Stock Idea Q4 2025 w/ Clay Finck Nov 14, 2025

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On today’s episode, Clay Finck breaks down his best quality stock idea for Q4 2025: Interactive Brokers.

Interactive Brokers is a global online brokerage that gives investors access to markets around the world with industry-low costs in trading stocks, options, futures, currencies, and more.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:

00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:01 - Why Interactive Brokers could grow from 4 million to 20 million accounts over the next decade 00:14:48 - Thomas Peterffy’s story of building IBKR after immigrating from Hungary 00:18:32 - Why its automation-first culture creates a moat that competitors can’t easily match 00:32:38 - How IBKR earns industry-leading margins 01:00:39 - An overview of their valuation 01:05:20 - The key risks and long-term opportunities investors should monitor

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Collosus’s article on Thomas Peterffy.
Mentioned Episode TIP599: Top Stocks for 2024 w/ Jonathan Boyar.
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Related Episode TIP722: Best Quality Idea Q2 2025 w/ Clay Finck & Kyle Grieve.
Related Episode TIP698: Best Quality Idea Q1 2025 w/ Clay Finck & Kyle Grieve.
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BTC253: Quantum Computing and Bitcoin w/ Charles Edwards (Bitcoin Podcast) Nov 12, 2025

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Preston and Charles dive into the fundamentals of quantum computing, its transformative applications, and the looming threat it poses to Bitcoin encryption.

They break down the distinction between physical and logical qubits, real-world use cases, and the exponential progress in the field. With timelines tightening, they call for urgent collaboration across the Bitcoin and cryptography communities to prepare for a post-quantum world.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:

00:00:00 - Intro

00:02:30 - How quantum computing works, including superposition and entanglement 00:08:54 - The difference between physical and logical qubits—and why it matters 00:04:21 - Key industries already benefiting from quantum applications 00:13:07 - Why quantum computing could break Bitcoin’s encryption within 5 years 00:28:04 - The significance of BIP360 and post-quantum migration strategies 00:20:47 - How China's investment and U.S. executive actions shape the race 00:15:41 - Preston’s skepticism of inflated quantum marketing claims 00:22:14 - How AI might accelerate quantum computing development 00:26:06 - Which Bitcoin addresses are most vulnerable to quantum attacks 00:33:32 - Why collaboration is critical to defending Bitcoin's trust model

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