Best Overpriced Media Podcasts (2024)

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2169 FBF: Rental Demographics, Banking Conspiracies & European Attitudes 32:53

6h ago32:53

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 1027, published last July 16, 2018. Jason Hartman is joined by Venture Alliance member Carmen today in Naples, as the two discuss the importance of music on society (and why it might be more important than monetary control), why complaining is actually important, and some good book recommendations for those int…

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The pizza business is… plateauing gasp 16:48

1h ago16:48

16:48

Since its pandemic boom, the pizza industry has slowed down quite a bit. With low sales growth metrics among all restaurant segments, your local slice shop and nationwide favorites aren’t getting any extra cheese lately. So why is pizza slowing down and what can be done about it? Plus: Amazon gets hit with a billion dollar lawsuit and LinkedIn hire…

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AI beauty pageants are a thing now? 17:59

2h ago17:59

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Miss AI is the latest ridiculous AI development you probably didn’t know about. It’s a pageant for AI generated “women” that are judged on looks as well as the AI that created them. Is this odd competition a shadow of innovations to come, or is it a one-off strange dystopian event? Plus: Waymo is in recall mode and Sony acquires Alamo Drafthouse. J…

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2168: Uncovering Hidden Wealth: Beating Inflation and Understanding Housing Demand in Real Estate Investing Part 2 28:07

8h ago28:07

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Today we delve into the psychology of investing, market predictions, and strategies to beat inflation. We discuss the hidden wealth in income properties, likening them to icebergs with unseen benefits such as principal pay down, tax benefits, and inflation-induced debt destruction. Using a real estate example from 2011-2021, we illustrate how prope…

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Inside Apple’s vision for AI 14:29

21m ago14:29

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Apple announced its take on AI, Apple Intelligence. What will it mean for iOS users and the AI future? Plus, a big day for the economy and Warner Bros. Discovery’s latest sports TV rights deal. Join our hosts Mark Dent and Katherine Laidlaw, as they take you through our most interesting stories of the day. Grab HubSpot's free AI-Powered Customer Pl…

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The science of cheating death 13:42

18m ago13:42

13:42

Cryonics startup Cradle Healthcare Co has so far earned $48m in funding to make eternal life a reality. Other than pausing biology though, there are more pursuits here that include organ freezing and brain sample preservation. So how could this technology change our lives and is there anything stopping it? Plus: Bad Boys 4 cleans up at the box offi…

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2167: Empowered Investing: Achieving Long-Term Financial Goals with Income Property Part 1 25:09

1d ago25:09

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Jason discusses the importance of understanding and visualizing data for better comprehension. He recommends listening to his podcasts before reviewing visual aids, suggesting this method enhances understanding. He emphasizes long-term goals and delayed gratification, sharing a personal anecdote about his mother's journey from poverty to owning a m…

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Is the Last Vegas Sphere the future of entertainment? 18:04

38m ago18:04

18:04

Las Vegas added another attraction to its list in The Sphere, a $2.3B LED screen orb. This orb has been putting on performances since 2023 and continues to try and reshape the live entertainment space. So is The Sphere the future or live entertainment? And are these expensive events taking over? Plus: Ikea is getting in on Roblox and the US sees th…

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The Anti-Girlboss 33:26

22m ago33:26

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Jennifer Romolini had what she thought was the dream: a C-suite job at a tech company, a hit book, and a coveted spot on the conference speaking circuit. So why did it suck so much? She joins us to talk about workaholism, toxic girl boss culture, and finding a better way to feed the ambition monster in all of us. Join our host Katherine Laidlaw, fo…

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2166 FBF: Controlling Money Supply, Changing Demand for Debt & Using Smart Home Technology for Self-Management 31:02

7d ago31:02

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 1102, published last December 26, 2018. Jason Hartman takes today's post-Christmas episode to go over some of the news from one of the most news-filled holiday seasons he can remember. There's a clash going on right now between the government (mostly Trump) and the Fed, but is it really such a good idea to let …

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Should we slow down AI development? 15:05

7d ago15:05

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AI is developing at a rapid pace. It’s going so fast that regulations can’t keep up and sometimes neither can the public that uses it. So how do we slow down this industry-wide arms race and is there any way to ensure safety at a pace like this? Plus: Humane’s AI Pin could be a fire hazard and Robinhood acquires a UK crypto exchange. Join our hosts…

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The cost of good content 14:53

1d ago14:53

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Spotify CEO Daniel Ek recently described the cost of content as being “close to zero.” Numerous musicians protested, again bringing to the forefront Spotify’s controversial payment practices and support for creators. Plus: the potential birth of the Texas Stock Exchange, and Netflix’s budding gaming portfolio. Join our hosts Juliet Bennett and Mark…

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2165: Revolutionary Insights: How Overproduction of Elites Fuels Unrest with Peter Turchin Part 2 31:51

2d ago31:51

31:51

Jason gives an overview of the current state of various real estate markets, highlighting a slight sellers' advantage with the national median price at $453,000. He underscored the diversified nature of real estate as an asset class and invited attendees to join the upcoming free monthly Zoom meeting with Tom Wheelwright. Additionally, he thanked t…

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The truth about fake, overpriced airport restaurants 17:33

3d ago17:33

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Airport food is a drag sometimes. Many of the restaurants in US airports are oddly generic in name and are one-off establishments. We’re not talking about McDonald’s, we’re talking about places like “New York Bagel Deli” and “Cibo Express”. So who owns these businesses and how did they corner the US airport market? Plus: Messi comes out with a drin…

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Want an AI companion for your child? 14:47

4d ago14:47

14:47

Moxie is a newly developed AI companion for children aged 5-10. It’s a small 14-inch-tall robot with several capabilities like games, activities and conversations. So how does Moxie work, where does it store recordings and iIs this just the beginning of the dawn of conversational, emotionally capable robots? Plus: Spotify increases its price again …

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2164: Predicting Social Turmoil- Peter Turchin on Cliodynamics and America's Future Part 1 26:51

4d ago26:51

26:51

Jason discusses history and it's complexities with complexity scientist guest Peter Turchin. Jason also updates listeners on recent events, including a collective mastermind in Orlando and an upcoming talk at the Rebel Capitalist event. He promotes the Empowered Investor Pro membership, highlighting its benefits and exclusive monthly Zoom meetings,…

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AI monthly update: GPT-4o dominates headlines and Nvidia’s stock soars 17:08

5d ago17:08

17:08

Nvidia ramps up chip production, OpenAI is in deep water with Scarlett Johansson and the GPT-4o rollout impresses the entire industry. That’s just a glimpse of the past month in AI. Today we’re joined again by Martina Bretous, the editor of Hubspot’s Next in AI (blog.hubspot.com/ai) to talk through May’s most important AI news and what it could mea…

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The Long Game of Gaming: Where is innovation going? 26:02

6d ago26:02

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Layoffs have plagued the gaming industry recently, making gamers and developers alike think about what really matters. Are giants like Sony and Xbox the be all end all? Or are smaller studios the ones making creativity prosper in the gaming world? CEOwl of Owlchemy Labs, Andrew Eiche, joins us for a conversation about how his XR studio operates, th…

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2163 FBF: Mini Client Case Studies 28:17

7d ago28:17

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Today's Flashback Friday is from episode 1001, published last May 16, 2018. Creating Wealth's 1001st episode is a time to take a look back at the people who have made this show possible, the listeners and clients. Jason has been blessed to have such great clients who come on the podcast to tell other listeners about their real estate journey. Today…

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Someone paid $965k for Messi’s napkin… let’s talk about the napkin economy 17:50

8d ago17:50

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A napkin inscribed with the outline of Lionel Messi’s first contract for FC Barcelona was sold at auction for nearly $1m. This is insane, but it also brings up questions about the historical napkin industry, like: “that exists?” and “how much do these used rags go for”? Don’t worry, we’ll address all of it today. Plus: Dollar Tree plants more seeds…

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Can 4D movies save theaters? 18:21

9d ago18:21

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Cinema’s are reeling after the worst-performing Memorial Day Weekend in around 30 years. The box office has enjoyed some highs this year, but that doesn’t change the fact that people are choosing streaming over theater viewing. Is the key for survival in 4DX and experiential viewing? Plus: PwC is OpenAI’s first reseller and Nissan issues a “Do Not …

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2162: Digital Currencies & Control: Navigating Privacy in a Cashless World & Building Resilient Financial Strategies with Catherine Austin Fitts Part 2 27:25

17d ago27:25

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Jason welcomes back Catherine Austin Fits as the guest of the show, and also announces the upcoming Wednesday masterclass on Zoom, focusing on taxation and money-saving strategies. The first guest for these high-content discussions will be 'Rich Dad' author Tom Wheelwright, who wrote the book "Tax-Free Wealth." This FREE masterclass, aimed at provi…

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Why AI and VR are (oddly) the future of the food industry 14:35

10d ago14:35

14:35

Many innovations took center stage at the National Restaurant Association’s annual trade show. Of course, the most talked about technology was AI and robotics- from self-grills to AI voice assistants. In addition to that, there was a focus on how VR and XR can integrate into dining experiences. So where does the food industry go from here? Plus: Op…

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Why Hermés doesn’t want to sell you a Birkin bag (and how to get one anyway) 18:37

11d ago18:37

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Hermés looks like any other luxury retailer, but it’s actually one of the toughest places to spend money. Their Birkin bag not only requires a lot of money, but also requires patience and effort- so much that the company is facing a lawsuit about just how difficult it is to buy their handbags. So what are the economics of Hermés handbags and how ca…

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2161: Unveiling Missing Trillions: Catherine Austin Fitts on Government Spending Part 1 30:04

11d ago30:04

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Broadcasting from Miami, Jason is heading to Orlando for the Rebel Capitalist event, where he'll be speaking on Saturday. Today, we have a fantastic discussion with Catherine Austin Fitts, who returns after nearly a decade. Her unique perspectives on the economy and the influence of elites are always enlightening. Don't miss our monthly Zoom meetin…

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Did SunnyD really turn a girl orange? 17:29

13d ago17:29

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If you grew up in the '80s or '90s, you know Sunny Delight. You might also know the health scandal that sent sales plummeting. Just after Christmas, right before Y2K, reports emerged that a little girl in a seaside town in Wales drank too much of the stuff — and turned orange. Was she real? We examine the evidence. Join our hosts Mark Dent and Kath…

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2160 FBF: Benjamin Hardy - Slipstream Time Hacking, How to Cheat Time, Live More & Enhance Happiness & Willpower Doesn't Work, Discover the Hidden Keys to Success, Medium.com 44:55

22d ago44:55

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Today features a Flashback Friday and a 10th episode, which is from 970, published last March 5, 2018. Jason Hartman starts today's show with a recap of the JHU Live event from this past weekend and a preview of a future event in the Northeast. Then, in his 10th episode interview, Jason talks with Benjamin Hardy, author of Willpower Doesn't Work: D…

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The U.S. aims to break Ticketmaster & Live Nation 13:01

15d ago13:01

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An antitrust lawsuit was filed by the US government against Ticketmaster and Live Nation, noting the company has abused its power in the event ticketing industry. Will this bring an end to ticket price gouging anytime soon? Plus: Nvidia is rapidly producing more chips and Oreos’ parent company gets a $366m fine. Join our hosts Jon Weigell, Katherin…

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Pippin: Apple’s failed gaming console 15:09

16d ago15:09

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Apple Pippin was a gaming console released in 1996. It was Apple’s big play to enter the gaming industry and… it didn’t really pan out. Today we’re analyzing exactly why this product failed and if it even had a chance to begin with. Plus: Mattel is getting into games, and there’s a Froot Loops-flavored Icee. Join our hosts Jon Weigell and Juliet Be…

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2159: Home Prices, Market Movements and Housing Shortages with Sean O'Toole of Property Radar Part 2 27:44

16d ago27:44

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It's part 2 of our conversation with Sean O'Toole as we talk about the evolving real estate market. Also, don't miss our interactive Zoom meetings with tax expert and Rich Dad Author Tom Wheelwright this second Wednesday of the month. Register at https://www.jasonhartman.com/Wednesday for valuable insights and personalized Q&A sessions. Jason Hartm…

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Yes, Red Lobster is bankrupt. Now what? 16:18

17d ago16:18

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Red Lobster filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Sunday, but despite many restaurant closures and billions in liabilities, the chain isn’t exactly done yet. So where does the Lobster go from here? Plus: Scarlett Johansson clashes with OpenAI and Swifties drive up flight demand to Europe. Join our hosts Jon Weigell and Mark Dent, as they take you thro…

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Chat-GPT revenue doubles overnight, but is GPT-4o a safety concern? 14:43

18d ago14:43

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OpenAI is smashing it right now. The app spiked to the highest revenue it's ever seen as a result of GPT-4o’s dynamic offerings. However, with leaders exiting the company, we have to once again wonder about the company’s pledge to user safety. Plus: Red Lobster files for bankruptcy and Target reduces prices. Join our hosts Jon Weigell and Ben Berkl…

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2158: Market Dynamics: Inventory, Interest Rates, and Buyer Behavior with Sean O'Toole of Property Radar Part 1 30:07

18d ago30:07

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Jason welcomes Sean O'Toole from Property Radar who will talk about the current trends in the real estate market, particularly the rise in tapable equity for mortgage holders. Jason clarified that this trend is not a threat but an opportunity for investors, contrasting it with the risky lending practices that led to the 2008 financial crisis. Then …

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Can sleeper trains ever thrive in the US? 17:44

19d ago17:44

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Sleeper trains are all the rage in Europe, but they fail to achieve the same fanfare in the US. Amtrak is consistently trying to push for train travel as a viable alternative to crowded and unreliable air travel, but the US infrastructure may not be able to offer enough convenient and affordable overnight trips. So why is the US so behind and will …

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How Gary Vee builds brands & sales in the attention economy 51:51

25d ago51:51

51:51

Need help with your business' social? Want to grow your brand? Luckily, Gary Vaynerchuk joins the show today to speak about the social media economy, his advice for a successful social ad campaign, branding in 2024 for creators, small and large businesses alike and of course his new book Day Trading Attention, out May 21st. Join our host Jon Weigel…

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2157 FBF: Client Case Study: 5 Homes in 7 Months & Hurricane Florence Update 28:23

21d ago28:23

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 1062, published last September 26, 2018. Jason Hartman begins this episode on a somber note, talking with Phil in Myrtle Beach about the aftermath of Hurricane Florence. Phil discusses what the status of his neighborhood is, the good deeds being done in the area, and how he expects his tight knit community to p…

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Netflix is running laps around the rest of the streaming business 17:56

22d ago17:56

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If any of Netflix’s competitors were hoping to make up ground on the king of stream this week, they didn’t do a great job — a big and highly eventful week of Netflix news has the industry leader widening the gap on its streaming competition. Plus: Samsung brilliantly goes after Apple and your grandma is a McFlurry flavor. Join our hosts Jon Weigell…

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