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Bilal Zaidi, Jack Butcher, Trung Phan
Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Let us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
189: The Podcast Election, Betting Markets (Polymarket, Kalshi) & Hollywood’s AI Play
The NIA boys discuss The Podcast Election, Betting Markets (Polymarket, Kalshi) & Hollywood’s AI PlayTimestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:04:44) - Meme of the Week(00:08:58) - The Podcast Election(00:34:10) - Betting Markets (Polymarket, Kalshi)(00:56:56) - Hollywood’s AI PlayWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Subscribe + listen on your fav podcast app:Apple: https://pod.link/notadvicepod.appleSpotify: https://pod.link/notadvicepod.spotifyOthers: https://pod.link/notadvicepodWatch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/i7BCrmeNMOgListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:09:5505/11/2024
188: The Calvin and Hobbes Story
In this episode of the NIA podcast, Trung dives deep into the world of Calvin and Hobbes, the iconic comic strip created by the brilliant Bill Watterson. Trung explores the artistic journey of Watterson, his creative process, and the enduring legacy of his work.Timestamps:00:00:00) - Intro(00:01:11) - The Legacy of Calvin and Hobbes(00:02:48) -Bill Watterson: The Purist Artist(00:04:52) - The Success of Calvin and Hobbes(00:06:28) - Jed McKenna's Insights on Creativity(00:10:43) - Bill Watterson's Life and Influences(00:21:27) - The Idea Maze of Creativity and the Birth of Calvin and Hobbes(00:26:31) - Character Development in Calvin and Hobbes(00:32:50) - The Syndication Process Explained(00:36:45) - The Fragility of Ideas in the Creative Process(00:41:18) - Bill Watterson’s Creative Process(00:48:48) - The Licensing Process and the struggle between Art vs Commerce(01:05:21) - AwardsWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Subscribe + listen on your fav podcast app:Apple: https://pod.link/notadvicepod.appleSpotify: https://pod.link/notadvicepod.spotifyOthers: https://pod.link/notadvicepodWatch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/i7BCrmeNMOgListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:25:4331/10/2024
187: AMA, Money Psychology, Favorite Mental Models & Future AI Jobs
The NIA boys discuss Money Psychology, Favorite Mental Models & Future AI JobsTimestamps: (00:00:00) - Intro(00:01:04) - Money Psychology(00:21:21) - Favorite Mental Models(00:35:39) - Future AI JobsWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Subscribe + listen on your fav podcast app:Apple: https://pod.link/notadvicepod.appleSpotify: https://pod.link/notadvicepod.spotifyOthers: https://pod.link/notadvicepodWatch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/i7BCrmeNMOgListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
51:2123/10/2024
186: SpaceX Starship, Tesla vs. Waymo & Jensen Huang’s Nvidia Bull Case
The NIA boys discuss SpaceX Starship, Tesla vs. Waymo & Jensen Huang’s Nvidia Bull CaseTimestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:03:36) - SpaceX successful landing (00:06:23) - Mechazilla Chopsticks (00:11:32) - SpaceX vs. traditional space programs(00:12:06) - Other revenue streams for SpaceX(00:12:56) - Why reusability is important(00:17:02) - Elon the public figure (00:17:50) - Elon’s mission(00:20:19) - The politicization of Elon(00:29:21) - The origin story of SpaceX(00:32:42) - Mars Mission Timeline(00:35:14) - Space tech spinoffs(00:40:50) - Tesla vs. Waymo approach:(00:51:50) - AMA question on Tesla’s We, Robot Event(00:55:26) - NVIDIA Bull CaseWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Subscribe + listen on your fav podcast app:Apple: https://pod.link/notadvicepod.appleSpotify: https://pod.link/notadvicepod.spotifyOthers: https://pod.link/notadvicepodWatch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/i7BCrmeNMOgListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:07:5316/10/2024
185: The Dorito-fication of Media
The NIA boys discuss Doritos, the connection between ultra processed food and the current media landscape, the science behind Doritos and much moreTimestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:01:55) - Meme of the Week(00:02:56) - The parallels between ultra processed food and the industrial production of media(00:09:26) - The invention of Gas Chromatography(00:12:26) - The history of Vanilla and the importance of spices(00:17:37) - The history of the Dorito(00:26:02) - Food industrial complex(00:28:43) - GLP-1 impact on various addictions(00:32:39) - The science behind DoritosWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Subscribe + listen on your fav podcast app:Apple: https://pod.link/notadvicepod.appleSpotify: https://pod.link/notadvicepod.spotifyOthers: https://pod.link/notadvicepodWatch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/i7BCrmeNMOgListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
39:3409/10/2024
184: Meta Orion Glasses, Google’s NotebookLM, Port Strike & Megalopolis Review
The NIA boys discuss Meta Orion Glasses, Google’s NotebookLM, Port Strike & Megalopolis ReviewTimestamps:00:00:00) - Intro(00:01:26) - Meme of the Week(00:04:05) - Meta Orion Glasses(00:26:33) - Google’s NotebookLM(00:48:45) - Port Strike(00:55:46) - Megalopolis ReviewWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Subscribe + listen on your fav podcast app:Apple: https://pod.link/notadvicepod.appleSpotify: https://pod.link/notadvicepod.spotifyOthers: https://pod.link/notadvicepodWatch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/i7BCrmeNMOgListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:06:5202/10/2024
183: Francis Ford Coppola’s Career, The Godfather, $500M Winery & Megalopolis
The NIA boys discuss Francis Ford Coppola’s Career, The Godfather, $500M Winery & MegalopolisTimestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:09:39) - Francis Ford Coppola’s Career(00:36:28) - The Godfather(00:47:08) - $500M Winery(00:52:17) - Apocalypse now(01:09:09) - MegalopolisWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Subscribe + listen on your fav podcast app:Apple: https://pod.link/notadvicepod.appleSpotify: https://pod.link/notadvicepod.spotifyOthers: https://pod.link/notadvicepodWatch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/i7BCrmeNMOgListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:12:1925/09/2024
182: Mr Beast’s Leaked Guide To Going Viral, The Power Broker 50th Anniversary & Robert Caro
The NIA boys discuss Mr Beast’s LEAKED Guide To Going Viral, The Power Broker 50th Anniversary & Robert Caro(00:00:00) - Intro(00:01:15) - Initial Thoughts on How to Succeed in MrBeast Production(00:05:49) - YouTube is eating all of media(00:09:58) - Minute-by-minute retention strategy(00:14:49) - Meritocracy and Teamwork(00:19:08) - A, B, C player framework(00:25:08) - What makes a YouTube video go viral(00:32:41) - Creativity Saves Money(00:39:05) - Critical Components and Mangement Style(00:47:53) - Criticism of MrBeast(00:50:52) - Final Thoughts on How to Succeed in MrBeast Production(00:58:48) - Robert Caro’s Power Broker 50th Anniversary(01:04:41) - Robert Moses and Power(01:10:12) - Robert Caro and the making of The Power Broker1) YouTube is eating all media:• 20 hours/month average watch time• 5x more than Netflix• Mr. Beast: "YouTube will eat all of media"2) Three metrics that matter:• Click-through rate (CTR)• Average view duration (AVD)• Average view percentage (AVP)"These are the holy trinity of YouTube metrics" - Bilal3) Jenga storytelling method:• Show end goal upfront• Build tension throughout• Example: Last to take hand off Lamborghini wins it4) Minute-by-minute retention strategy:• Minute 1: Most crucial, invest in lighting• Minutes 1-3: Show rapid story progression• Minute 3: Re-engage viewers with a big moment"At 6 minutes, viewers are on autopilot to the end" - Mr. Beast5) A, B, C player framework:• A players: Obsessive, coachable, best in the world• B players: New hires with A player potential• C players: "Poisonous", transition out immediately"C players are awful to work with. I know, I've been one." - Trunk6) Creativity saves money:• $20k cash prize vs. year's supply of Doritos• Doritos prize more viral, costs only $1,300• Think outside the box for engaging rewardsWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Subscribe + listen on your fav podcast app:Apple: https://pod.link/notadvicepod.appleSpotify: https://pod.link/notadvicepod.spotifyOthers: https://pod.link/notadvicepodWatch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/i7BCrmeNMOgListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:14:0818/09/2024
181: iPhone 16 Launch, Apple Intelligence + Siri, Kendrick Super Bowl & OnlyFans $6B Business
The NIA boys discuss iPhone 16 Launch, Apple Intelligence + Siri, Kendrick Super Bowl & OnlyFans $6B BusinessTimestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:03:47) - Meme of the Week Pt 1 (00:05:49) - Meme of the Week Pt 2(00:09:58) - Apple Intelligence + Siri(00:13:25) - iPhone 16 Launch (00:17:01) - Apple becoming a service company(00:29:54) - Kendrick Super Bowl Announcement(00:40:05) - OnlyFans $6B Business(00:55:41) - Cinematic AI1) Apple's "Wonderlust" event highlights:• iPhone 15: Marginal camera upgrades• A18 chip: 30% faster, key for AI on-device• Apple Intelligence: Siri revamp after 13 years• AirPods as hearing aids: $249 vs. $2-3k traditional"Software talk dominated hardware - sign of Apple's services shift" - Trung2) OnlyFans by the numbers:•$6.3B revenue in 2023 (up from $300M in 2018)• 80% creator payout (vs. 55% YouTube)• More UK tax revenue than North Sea oil ($118M vs $69M)• Only 42 employees"They're bringing in money for the UK government more than oil in the North Sea" - Bilal3) OnlyFans business model:• Subscriptions + transactions for "extras"• No app store = no 30% Apple tax• Desktop/browser-only = massive user dedication• Power law: Top creators earning "NBA money"4) The rise of Apple as a healthcare company:• AirPods as hearing aids• Apple Watch health features (ECG, blood oxygen)• Focus on preventative care and monitoring"Apple doesn't come in with 'hey man, like a hearing aid, we're cheaper.' That's not their play." - Trung5) Hip-hop drama: Kendrick Lamar Super Bowl Announcement• New Orleans upset over local artists exclusion• Jay-Z's role in halftime show selection questioned6) The future of content creation:• AI-generated videos becoming indistinguishable• Potential premium on "real" content"The level of AI video is getting pretty insane." - BilalWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Subscribe + listen on your fav podcast app:Apple: https://pod.link/notadvicepod.appleSpotify: https://pod.link/notadvicepod.spotifyOthers: https://pod.link/notadvicepodWatch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/i7BCrmeNMOgListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:00:4911/09/2024
180: Founder Mode, Seasonal Businesses, Spirit Halloween’s $650m+ Biz and X vs. Brazil
The NIA boys discuss Founder Mode, Seasonal Businesses, Spirit Halloween’s $650m+ Biz and X vs. BrazilTimestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:03:04) - Founder Mode(00:20:13) - Meme of the Week(00:22:44) - Seasonal Businesses(00:35:28) - Spirit Halloween’s $650m+ Biz(00:53:29) - X vs. Brazil1) Paul Graham's "Founder Mode" essay sparks debate • Contrasts with "Manager Mode" in large companies• Emphasizes hands-on approach vs. delegating• Airbnb's Brian Chesky cited as success story• Key question: Is it just rebranded micromanagement?• "It's really about good people versus bad people." - Bilal2) Seasonal businesses can be WILDLY profitable Hall of Fame examples:• Mariah Carey's Christmas royalties ($2-3M/month)• KFC/Domino's on Super Bowl Sunday• Fireworks sellers (2 months/year)• Wedding industry: 60-80% of engagements happen Q4 to Valentine's Day• Crayola: 50% of their annual $600M revenue happen between July 4 and Labor Day3) Spirit Halloween: The ultimate seasonal business• 1,450 locations (as big as Target)• $600-700M revenue in 2 months• Uses bankrupt retail spaces4) Brazil vs. X: The latest in global tech regulation • Brazilian government blocks X (Twitter)• $9,000 fine for VPN users (median salary: $8,000)• Raises questions about free speech and government controlWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/rQQIyawql4sListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned: Founder Mode: https://paulgraham.com/foundermode.html Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:04:5104/09/2024
179: Telegram & Pavel Durov, $100m Podcast Deals (Alex Cooper, Kelce Bros), Oasis Reunion & Costco Japan
The NIA boys discuss Telegram & Pavel Durov, $100m Podcast Deals (Alex Cooper, Kelce Bros), & Costco JapanTimestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:01:51) - Meme of the Week(00:08:17) - Telegram Founder Arrested(00:31:35) - Censorship vs. Misinformation(00:48:35) - $100m Podcast Deals (Alex Cooper, Kelce Bros)(01:06:34) - Costco In Japan1) Pavel Durov, Telegram founder, arrested in Paris• Warrant out since July• Charged with crimes happening on platform• Raises questions about platform liability• Free speech concerns vs. content moderation• Key issue: Telegram's encryption approach may have led to arrest2) Telegram's encryption dilemma:• Not end-to-end encrypted by default• Secret chats require 4-5 steps to activate• Group chats (200k users) & channels aren't E2E• Helped growth, but now govt pressure3) Podcast acquisition frenzy continues:• Alex Cooper (Call Her Daddy): $125M deal with SiriusXM• Travis & Jason Kelce: $100M deal with Wondery• Podcast power law: Top 25 shows = 50% of US listens4) Spotify's podcast strategy:• Spent $1B+ on tech & content since 2019• Goal: Diversify from music, own more content• Mixed results: some hits, many misses• Now pivoting to more sustainable deals• Example: Trevor Noah's new contract structure (recoup + rev share)5) Costco opens in Okinawa, Japan to MASSIVE crowds• 5-hour line just for parking• Why so popular? Bulk buying, Kirkland brand, low prices• Adapts to local market (e.g. amazing prepared foods)What Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/rQQIyawql4sListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:11:4228/08/2024
178: Peter Thiel on Rogan, Nashville vs. Austin, Bloomberg’s Business & Access Monopolies
The NIA boys discuss Peter Thiel's appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience, Nashville vs. Austin, Bloomberg’s Business & Access Monopolies Timestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:06:53) - Meme of the Week(00:13:36) - Nashville vs. Austin(00:23:54) - Peter Thiel on Rogan(00:35:49) - Access Monopolies(00:47:20) - Bloomberg’s BusinessWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/rQQIyawql4sListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned: Peter Thiel JRE Ep Bloomberg thread mentioned Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:01:4021/08/2024
177: Best Olympic Memes, Peacock App Wins, Chipotle vs. Starbucks & Nike’s Struggles
The NIA boys discuss the Best Olympic Memes, Peacock App Wins, Chipotle vs. Starbucks & Nike’s StrugglesTimestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:03:28) - Best Olympic Memes(00:17:07) - Peacock App Wins(00:27:07) - Best Moments from the Olympics(00:48:08) - Why 400M is the most painful track event(00:56:28) - Chipotle vs. Starbucks(01:00:21) - Nike’s StrugglesWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/rQQIyawql4sListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:12:5014/08/2024
176: Market Mayhem, Yen Carry Trade, Overtourism & Is Google a Monopoly?
The NIA boys discuss Market Mayhem, Yen Carry Trade, Overtourism, if Google is a Monopoly, and much moreTimestamps: (00:00:00) - Intro(00:04:18) - Trung’s Euro Trip Recap(00:11:06) - Market Mayhem(00:20:21) - Yen Carry Trade(00:30:10) - Financial Cycles Discussion(00:44:03) - Is Google a Monopoly?(01:05:13) - OvertourismWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/rQQIyawql4sListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:15:2607/08/2024
175: Ideas That Changed Our Lives (2024)
The NIA boys discuss ideas that have changed their livesTimestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:01:04) - Ideas that have influenced us(00:35:48) - Ideas we’ve change our minds aboutWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/rQQIyawql4sListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
51:0931/07/2024
174: ETH ETF Launches, Trump’s Crypto Pitch, The Dollar’s Decline & Building Hardware Unicorns
The NIA Boys discuss ETH ETF Launches, Trump’s Crypto Pitch, The Dollar’s Decline & Building Hardware UnicornsTimestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:05:56) - ETH ETF Launches(00:28:14) - The Dollar’s Decline(00:31:41) - Trump’s Crypto Pitch(00:36:31) - Building Hardware UnicornsWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/rQQIyawql4sListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
59:5024/07/2024
173: 9 things to watch, read & listen to this summer
NIA boys share their favorite shows, books, and music of the year in this exciting summer 'What to Watch' special!"Timestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:03:46) - Things to Watch(00:14:48) - Things to Read(00:26:37) - Things to Listen(00:40:20) - Favorite Movie/TV Show SoundtrackWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/rQQIyawql4sListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned:WatchBilalJackTrungGuy Ritchie’s Joe Rogan AppearanceReadBilalJackTrungListen BilalJackTrung Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
42:5917/07/2024
172: George Mack (Part 2) - UK vs. US, The Office & Lessons from Oasis
George Mack joins the NIA boys to discuss UK vs US, The Office, Lessons from Oasis Timestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:02:03) - UK vs. US(00:19:01) - The Office(00:27:05) - Oasis Deep Dive(00:47:21) - Best Salesperson Never Look Like Salesperson (00:52:47) - Oasis’s Beef with Radiohead (00:58:09) - Normal Behavior is Forgotten, Weird Behavior’s Survive (01:00:56) - Trends of 2022 Analysis(01:03:41) - Treadmill Friends vs Couch FriendsWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/rQQIyawql4sListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:05:4310/07/2024
171: George Mack: Sticky Ideas vs. Memes, What Makes A Good Name, Presidential Debate & Private Likes
George Mack joins the NIA boys to discuss Sticky Ideas vs. Memes, What Makes A Good Name, Presidential Debate, Private Likes, and much moreTimestamps:00:00:00) - Intro(00:07:11) - Sticky Ideas vs. Memes(00:14:53) - What Makes A Good Name(00:29:09) - Presidential Debate(00:57:42) - Private Likes(01:04:57) - Meme of the WeekWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/rQQIyawql4sListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:08:1603/07/2024
170: Hawk Tuah, Best Meme Days in 2024 & The Economics of Olympics
The NIA boys discuss Hawk Tuah, Best Meme Days in 2024 & The Economics of Olympics Timestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:09:26) - Hawk Tuah(00:13:43) - Monetizing Viral Moments(00:19:43) - Best Meme Days in 2024(00:31:21) - The Economics of OlympicsWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/rQQIyawql4sListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned: Trung's Economics of the Olympics Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
49:0725/06/2024
169: Euro 2024 Memes, Social Media vs. Free Will, Inside Out 2 & Pixar’s History
The NIA boys discuss Euro 2024 Memes, Social Media vs. Free Will, Inside Out 2 & Pixar’s HistoryTimestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:02:40) - Euro 2024 Memes(00:17:34) - Social Media vs. Free Will(00:54:43) - Inside Out 2 & Pixar’s HistoryWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/rQQIyawql4sListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:06:2719/06/2024
168: Combining AI + Crypto, AI Art, Jerry Seinfeld & The Pursuit of Mastery
The NIA boys discuss Combining AI + Crypto, AI Art, Jerry Seinfeld & The Pursuit of MasteryTimestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:06:16) - Jack’s 1 of 1 Sotheby’s auction, St Jude Collab and “Proof of Work”(00:15:42) - Meme of the Week(00:25:28) - Combining AI + Crypto and the “Post Truth” Era(00:53:08) - Jerry Seinfeld & The Pursuit of MasteryWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/rQQIyawql4sListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned:Trung’s Article on the Pursuit of MasteryJack’s St Jude CollabJack’s “Proof of Work” ProjectMeme of the WeekNic Carter’s AI and Crypto ThreadChris F’s AI Art and Mastery ThreadOutsourcing is Key Video Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:25:2012/06/2024
167: Erika Ayers Badan on Leading Barstool Sports (former CEO), Building a Career & Finding Talent
Erika Ayers Badan joins the NIA boys to discuss Barstool Sports, her new book, Nobody Cares About Your Career, Finding Talent, and much more. Timestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:01:29) - The vision behind Nobody Cares About Your Career(00:04:25) - Why Erika hates Quiet Quitting(00:08:57) - Barstool’s Secret Sauce(00:21:08) - The Influencer Landscape(00:25:11) - Leveraging the internet(00:33:01) - Talent: Scouting and Management(00:45:17) - Sports Betting and the Degen Economy(00:53:03) - Funniest Moments at BarstoolWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/rQQIyawql4sListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned:Erika on X/TwitterErika on InstagramErika on LinkedInNobody Cares About Your Career Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
54:3705/06/2024
166: Google AI Overview, Nvidia $3T?, Starbucks Struggles, Chipotle Meme & Trump on Crypto
The NIA boys discuss Google AI Overview, Nvidia $3T?, Starbucks Struggles, Chipotle Meme & Trump on CryptoTimestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:03:47) - Google AI Overview(00:19:34) - Nvidia $3T?(00:34:08) - X AI(00:41:19) - Starbucks Struggles(01:01:44) - Chipotle Meme(01:15:50) - Trump on CryptoWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/rQQIyawql4sListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned:Trung’s Starbucks ArticleGoogle AI Meme Thread Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:29:1629/05/2024
165: Psychology of Disneyland, ETH ETF?, OpenAI vs. Scarlett Johansson & Red Lobster’s Bankruptcy
The NIA boys discuss Psychology of Disneyland, ETH ETF?, OpenAI vs. Scarlett Johansson & Red Lobster’s BankruptcyTimestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:01:23) - Psychology of Disneyland(00:09:25) - ETH ETF?(00:26:31) - Meme of the Week(00:35:32) - Why are traditional markets at ATH’s(00:47:52) - Jack’s Sotheby's Auction(00:54:53) - OpenAI vs. Scarlett Johansson(01:11:13) - Red Lobster’s BankruptcyWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/rQQIyawql4sListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:24:3122/05/2024
164: Roaring Kitty Back, Gamestop Madness, Jim Simons & Renaissance Technologies and Podcast Growth w/ Zaid Admani
Zaid Admani joins the NIA boys to discuss Roaring Kitty Back, Gamestop Madness, Jim Simons & Renaissance Technologies and Podcast GrowthTimestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:04:26) - Roaring Kitty Back & Gamestop Madness(00:17:11) - Jim Simons & Renaissance Technologies(00:47:56) - Podcast GrowthWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/Y0C7tBFxZ0gListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned:The Rundown Podcast Zaid on TwitterZaid on InstagramRoaring Kitty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:15:0714/05/2024
163: Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar, Netflix’s Tom Brady Roast & Berkshire Hathaway After Warren Buffett
The NIA boys discuss Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar, Netflix’s Tom Brady Roast & Berkshire Hathaway After Warren BuffettTimestamps: (00:00:00) - Intro(00:02:50) - Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar(00:30:26) - Netflix’s Tom Brady Roast(00:55:59) - Berkshire Hathaway After Warren BuffettWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/e1ck-rAJAFMListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned:Meme of the WeekHow Hip-Hop Beef Evolved in the Streaming EraMetro Boomin Diss BeatThe Greatest Diss Tracks Ranked Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:12:4808/05/2024
162: Degen Economy, Dave & Buster’s Betting, Sports Gambling, Resy Scalpers Making Bank & Tesla’s China Deal
NIA boys discuss Degen Economy, Dave & Buster’s Betting, Sports Gambling, Resy Scalpers Making Bank & Tesla’s China DealTimestamps: (00:00:00) - Intro(00:02:55) - Dave & Buster’s Betting(00:06:19) - Degen Economy(00:16:12) - Sports Gambling(00:38:58) - Resy Scalpers Making Bank(00:58:35) - Tesla’s China DealWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/bFusIKG542cListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned:Meme of the WeekTravis Kling’s Financial Nihilism ThesisResy Scalpers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:10:5001/05/2024
161: Costco Gold Bars, Tesla Robotaxi, Full-Self Driving (FSD) Review & Drake AI Diss Track
NIA boys discuss Costco Gold Bars, Tesla Robotaxi, Full-Self Driving (FSD) Review & Drake AI Diss TrackTimestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:01:10) - Meme of the Week(00:05:19) - Costco Gold Bars(00:21:13) - Tesla Robotaxi & Full-Self Driving (FSD) Review(00:58:00) - Drake AI Diss Track(01:09:05) - NIA Content StrategyWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/fzS8gsOtR9cListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned:Meme of the WeekWSJ Article on Costco Gold BarsBG2 on Tesla RobotaxiDrake AI Diss Track Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:27:2324/04/2024
160: Bitcoin Halvening, MKBHD Humane Review, Airchat & Bluey
NIA boys discuss Bitcoin Halvening, MKBHD Humane Review, Airchat & BlueyTimestamps: (00:00:00) - Intro(00:04:17) - Meme of the Week(00:06:02) - Bitcoin Halvening(00:10:46) - MKBHD Humane Review(00:33:35) - Airchat(01:02:26) - BlueyWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/k2YI_wdO_hEListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned:Meme of the WeekMKBHD Humane ReviewDaniel Vassallo Viral TweetJohn Fio Viral TweetAirchatTrung’s Bluey Breakdown Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:14:5517/04/2024
159: NY Earthquake, Solar Eclipse & Airbnb, Amazon’s “Anonymous Indians” AI & Hermes Antitrust
NIA boys discuss NY Earthquake, Solar Eclipse & Airbnb, Amazon’s “Anonymous Indians” AI & Hermes AntitrustTimestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:01:16) - NY Earthquake(00:10:15) - Solar Eclipse & Airbnb(00:15:32) - Meme of the Week(00:18:35) - Amazon’s “Anonymous Indians” AI(00:32:40) - Hermes Antitrust(00:46:51) - AMA Question: How does Trung explains his job to his kid?What Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/J81GqYJ-7XoListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned: Best NY Earthquake MemesNew Yorker Article on “The Really Big One"Trung’s Solar Eclipse ThreadNaval’s AI Tweet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
50:0910/04/2024
158: Coinbase’s Base Layer 2, ETH ETF (?), SBF, Gmail at 20 & The Matrix
The NIA boys discuss Coinbase’s Base Layer 2, ETH ETF (?), SBF, Gmail at 20 & The MatrixTimestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:07:36) - Coinbase’s Base Layer 2(00:28:22) - ETH ETF (?)(00:39:20) - SBF Sentenced to 25 years(00:45:31) -Gmail at 20(00:55:29) - The MatrixWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/7a4IoVN3hJkListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned:BaseSartoshiBrain Quintenz on ETH ETFTrung’s Gmail ThreadTrung's Matrix ThreadThe Matrix Opening SceneJamie Foxx RoastGeorge Strait - I Hate Everything Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:10:2403/04/2024
157: Boeing Fiasco, Truth Social & Trump SPAC, Reddit IPO & Royal Family vs. British Press
The NIA boys discuss Boeing Fiasco, Truth Social & Trump SPAC, Reddit IPO & Royal Family vs. British PressTimestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:01:29) - Meme of the Week(00:04:04) - Boeing Fiasco(00:29:28) - Truth Social & Trump SPAC(00:35:49) - Reddit IPO(00:44:40) - Royal Family vs. British PressWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/UGgoN7xbOq4Listen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:08:4727/03/2024
156: Slerf Memecoin, Google x Apple AI Deal, Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson & Netflix Sports Strategy
The NIA boys discuss Slerf Memecoin, Google x Apple AI Deal, Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson & Netflix Sports StrategyTimestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:03:30) - Slerf Memecoin(00:26:58) - Google x Apple AI Deal(00:42:55) - Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson(00:48:08) - Netflix Sports Strategy(00:55:32) - Oasis DiscussionWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/l3nx7IUTAYcListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned:Jeremy Arnold’s Slerf BreakdownTravis Kling on Financial NihilismMark Gurman on Apple and Google’s Potential AI Partnership Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:08:0420/03/2024
155: Memecoins vs. NFTs, Bitcoin ATH, TikTok “Ban”, Dune 2 & When To Sell
The NIA boys discuss Memecoins vs. NFTs, Bitcoin ATH, TikTok “Ban”, Dune 2 & When To SellTimestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:05:11) - Mental Models for Memecoins(00:11:53) - Memecoins vs. NFTs(00:28:41) - TikTok “Ban”(00:42:53) - Dune(00:55:56) - When To SellWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/IXO-bI85ijoListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:20:4013/03/2024
154: Crypto Rally, Memecoins, Bitcoin NFTs, Microstrategy & Elon vs. OpenAI
The NIA boys discuss the Crypto Rally, Memecoins, Bitcoin NFTs, Microstrategy & Elon vs. OpenAITimestamps: (00:00:00) - Intro(00:03:26) - Meme of the Week(00:05:31) - Crypto Rally(00:27:10) - Memecoins(00:43:01) - Bitcoin NFTs(00:58:38) - Microstrategy(01:16:16) - Elon vs. OpenAIWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/Jlqv4Euhm7QListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned: The Microstrategy - S&P 500 Bullcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:27:4807/03/2024
153: Bitcoin $60K, Google Gemini Fiasco, Reddit IPO & Wendy’s Surge Pricing
The NIA boys discuss Bitcoin $60K, Google Gemini Fiasco, Reddit IPO & Wendy’s Surge PricingTimestamps: (00:00:00) - Intro(00:01:47) - Bitcoin Bull Run(00:17:41) - Google Gemini Fiasco(01:05:25) - Reddit IPO(01:19:34) - Wendy’s Surge PricingWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/BVGuGnIyY90Listen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:29:4028/02/2024
152: Jack's Creative Process, Sora Text-to-Video and Monster Beverage's 200,000% Stock Run
The NIA boys discuss Jack's Creative Process, Sora Text-to-Video and Monster Beverage's 200,000% Stock RunTimestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:03:06) - Jack’s Creative Process(00:12:33) - Meme of the Week(00:15:59) - Sora Text-to-Video(00:37:08) - The Rise of Dopamine Culture(00:49:17) - Monster Beverage's 200,000% Stock RunWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/QeSzaB8v1M0Listen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned:Meme of the WeekGrowing Daniel TweetMKBHD’s Sora BreakdownDan Shipper’s Article How Sora WorksTed Gioia’s State of Culture, 2024 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
53:3121/02/2024
151: Best Super Bowl Ads & Memes, Mega-Sports App (ESPN + Warner + Fox) and Masayoshi Son’s Bets
The NIA boys discuss the best Super Bowl Ads & Memes, Mega-Sports App (ESPN + Warner + Fox) and Masayoshi Son’s Bets Timestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:06:33) - Best Super Bowl Memes(00:13:43) - Best Super Bowl Ads(00:27:59) - Mega-Sports App (ESPN + Warner + Fox)(00:49:19) - Masayoshi Son’s BetsWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/mxMiypNkU_oListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
56:5214/02/2024
150: Apple Vision Pro, Farcaster, Ferrari/Lewis & Adam Neumann buying back WeWork?
The NIA boys discuss Apple Vision Pro, Farcaster, Ferrari/Lewis & Adam Neumann buying back WeWork?Timestamps: (00:00:00) - Intro(00:01:01) - Adam Neumann buying back WeWork?(00:09:08) - Apple Vision Pro(00:27:59) - Farcaster(00:58:19) - Ferrari/LewisWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/TriDYaOz4w8Listen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned:Meme of the WeekAndrew Gazdecki’s WeWork TweetCasey Neistat Apple Vision Pro VideoFarcasterJoe Pompliano on Lewis’s move to Ferrari Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:07:3807/02/2024
149: Neuralink, Value & Audience Capture, Taylor Swift and the Super Bowl Media
The NIA boys discuss Neuralink, Value & Audience Capture, Taylor Swift and the Super Bowl MediaTimestamps: (00:00:00) - Intro(00:02:30) - Meme of the Week(00:10:04) - Neuralink (00:37:16) - Value & Audience Capture(01:17:28) - Taylor Swift and the Super Bowl MediaWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/wLFVoxIeqGUListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned:Trung’s Audience Capture ArticleDavid Goggins on Huberman LabAlex Cohen’s Steven Hawking Meme Compilation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:28:0731/01/2024
148: Apple Vision Pro, Big Tech VCs, Milei at Davos & Slow Death of Media (Pitchfork, SI)
The NIA boys discuss Apple Vision Pro, Big Tech VCs, Milei at Davos & Slow Death of MediaTimestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:04:28) - Apple Vision Pro(00:37:28) - Big Tech VCs(00:49:37) - Milei at Davos(00:57:00) - Slow Death of MediaWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/-sjzS4KGJwkListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned:MKBHD on Quitting YouTubeTrung’s F1 Drivers TweetMilei's Famous RantMilei’s Davos Speech Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:03:5624/01/2024
147: AMA - Greatest Inventions, NIA Shark Tank, Jack on Design Trends & Psychedelics Breakdown
The NIA boys discuss the greatest inventions, NIA Shark Tank, Jack on design trends & psychedelics breakdown Timestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:01:03) - Greatest Inventions of All Time(00:18:52) - NIA Shark Tank(00:25:39) - Career Advice(00:35:46) - Jack on Design Trends(00:45:51) - Psychedelics BreakdownWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/gOoLz1O0iq0Listen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
57:3517/01/2024
146: Trends for 2024, Stanley Cup, GLP-1, Alcohol-Free Drinks, Carta & Bill Ackman vs. BI
The NIA boys discuss Trends for 2024, Stanley Cup, GLP-1, Alcohol-Free Drinks, Carta & Bill Ackman vs. BITimestamps: (00:00:00) - Intro(00:07:15) - Bill Ackman vs. Business Insider(00:13:54) - Trends for 2024(00:42:00) - Stanley Cup(00:59:15) - CartaWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/gOoLz1O0iq0Listen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned:Heal with HeatBI’s Article on Neri OxmanThe Free Press Article on OzempicHuberman Lab Ep on AlcoholFounders Podcast Ep on Red Bull’s FounderSyd Steyerhart’s tweetThe Buy GuideKarri Saarinen’s Tweet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:13:1610/01/2024
145: Bitcoin ETF, Mickey Mouse Copyright, Luxury Beliefs & NYT vs. OpenAI
The NIA boys discuss the Bitcoin ETF, Mickey Mouse Copyright, Luxury Beliefs & NYT vs. OpenAITimestamps: (00:00:00) - Intro(00:06:26) - Meme of the Week(00:08:44) - Bitcoin ETF(00:21:02) - Mickey Mouse Copyright(00:43:28) - Luxury Beliefs(00:58:09) - NYT vs. OpenAIWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/EDv0MM4X0Oc Listen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned:Michael Saylor TweetTrung’s Mickey Mouse TweetRob Henderson’s New BookLuxury BeliefsOpen AI vs NYT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:16:3003/01/2024
144: 2023 Review - Biggest Win/Loss & Person, Company, Show, Song & Meme of the Year
The NIA Boys do an end-of-year review breaking down their biggest win/loss & person, company, show, song & meme of the Year Timestamps:(00:00:00) - Intro(00:01:05) - Favorite NIA Episode Of The Year(00:06:05) - Biggest Win/Loss of the Year(00:23:24) - Company of the Year(00:34:55) - Person of the Year(00:41:54) - Meme of the Year(00:45:29) - Song of the Year(00:49:47) - Travel Spot of the Year(00:49:47) - Movie/TV Show of the YearWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/XQlzR-eCu-UListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned:Bilal’s Fav EpTrung’s Fav EpJack’s Fav EpGeorge Mac EpEric Jorgenson EpSoren Iverson EpLuke Burgis EpTyler Cowen on TwitterDavid Beckham Know Your MemeJack Harlow & Dave - Stop Giving Me AdviceAction Bronson Tiny Desk ConcertBad Bunny - Ojitos LindosBad Bunny X Drake - MiaJaish - Bloodline Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
54:5427/12/2023
143: AMA, Alternative Trends, AI Romance, DEI, 90s websites & top lessons from 2023
The NIA boys discuss Alternative Trends, AI Romance, DEI, 90s websites & top lessons from 2023Timestamps: (00:00:00) - Intro(00:09:13) - 90s websites(00:18:26) - Alternative Trends(00:28:48) - DEI(00:46:24) - Top Lessons from 2023What Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/wl1TO5hLUzEListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned:AI Girlfriend ThreadBeatles DocumentaryVenkatesh Rao AGI is a DiscoveryJeff Bezos on Lex Fridman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:07:1920/12/2023
142: Art Basel, $40B Nutella Empire, Time & Taylor Swift and Ohtani’s $700m Contract
The NIA boys discuss Art Basel, the $40B Nutella Empire, Time & Taylor Swift and Ohtani’s $700m ContractTimestamps: (00:00:00) - Intro(00:01:28) - Art Basel(00:11:32) - Meme of the Week(00:13:07) - $40B Nutella Empire(00:38:47) - Person of the Year 2023: Taylor Swift(00:56:03) - Ohtani’s $700m ContractWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/lNSVc0S5MvAListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned:Jack’s Cartainer CollabJack’s Oviators LaunchMeme of the WeekTrung’s Nutella ArticleTaylor Swift Time ArticleShohei Ohtani’s $700m Contract Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:13:5412/12/2023
141: Cybertruck, Elon vs. Advertisers, Charlie Munger’s Wisdom & Henry Kissinger Legacy
The NIA boys discuss the Cybertruck, Elon vs. Advertisers, Charlie Munger’s Wisdom & Henry Kissinger LegacyTimestamps(00:00:00) - Intro(00:09:47) - Cybertruck(00:33:22) - Elon vs. Advertisers(01:00:37) - Charlie Munger’ Wisdom(01:19:13) - Henry Kissinger’s LegacyWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/e4P-rU5yFvUListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned:Michael BrandtMichael Brandt Creator Lab EpCharlie Munger Invest Like The Best EpTrung’s Cybertruck ThreadCybertruck ReviewCybertruckAndrew Wilkinson Creator Lab Ep Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:33:5506/12/2023
140: UAE Breakdown, OpenAI Winners & Losers and Binance $4B Fine
The NIA boys discuss UAE Breakdown, OpenAI Winners & Losers and Binance $4B FineTimestamps(00:00:00) - Intro(00:07:33) - Jack’s Trip to the UAE(00:15:35) - UAE Breakdown(00:41:03) - OpenAI Final Recap(00:47:24) - OpenAI Winners and Losers(00:51:24) - Binance $4B FineWhat Is Not Investment Advice?Every week, Jack Butcher, Bilal Zaidi & Trung Phan discuss what they're finding on the edges of the internet + the latest in business, technology and memes.Watch + Subscribe on Youtube:https://youtu.be/Tz7ta4eFs_wListen into our group chat on Telegram:https://t.me/notinvestmentadviceLet us know what you think on Twitter:@bzaidi@trungtphan@jackbutcher@niapodcastFollow NIA on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notadvicepod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089813414522TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@niapodcast Links Mentioned:NYT Article on G42Reuters Article on OpenAI SagaThe Information Article on Adam D’AngeloJim FanJim Fan’s Q* ThreadDOJ’s Biance RulingSEC Charges Kraken Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:12:3329/11/2023