Best joshua stein Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 158 - Trial Tested: Xavier Carter, Lindsay Forlines and Buck Daniel Break Down Their Wins in Georgia's First Post Tort Reform Trials 1:00:51

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In this landmark Season 4 finale, I am joined by three elite trial lawyers — Lindsay Forlines, Xavier Carter, and Buck Daniel — to break down the first jury trials in Georgia following the passage of Senate Bill 68 (SB 68), Georgia's sweeping new tort reform legislation. Together, they walk through how the new law has already begun to reshape the c…

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Episode 157 - Kody Smith and Cliff Stephens Talk Starting Their Golf Simulator Business, Building Dream Basements and Leaving Corporate America 1:02:43

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This week on Sports 'N Torts, we switch gears from legal talk to a deep dive into golf, entrepreneurship, and turning passion into business. I am joined by Cliff Stephens and Kody Smith, the co-founders of the recently formed Forefront Simulator Solutions—the duo responsible for transforming the unfinished portion of my basement into a state-of-the…

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No More AAA - What the U.S. Debt Downgrade Means for Investors 24:54

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With longer-term U.S. interest rates rising and no plan to reduce the budget deficit, is a U.S. national debt crisis imminent? Topics covered include: Why S&P, Fitch, and now Moody's stripped the U.S. of its pristine AAA debt rating How the U.S. national debt dynamics compare to Greece, Italy, and Japan What are four things investors should monitor…

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Episode 156 — Maggy Randels Talks Mock Trials to Federal Clerkships to Big Law to Wimbledon Centre Court and Now Launching Her New Firm 1:02:37

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This week on Sports 'N Torts, I sit down with Atlanta attorney Maggy Randels, co-founder of the newly launched Randels Bilimoria Firm (aka “Notorious RBF Law”). Maggy’s passion for advocacy is only rivaled by her love of tennis — and in this fast-paced and fun conversation, we cover everything from clerking for a tennis-loving federal judge, to lau…

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Facing a Financial Squeeze: What Harvard’s Response Can Teach the Rest of Us 25:08

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How can we apply the same emergency measures that Harvard and other universities are using to navigate a financial crisis? Also, how universities invest their endowments and what their performance has been. Topics covered include: What has led to the financial crisis at Harvard What actions has the university taken How do endowments invest and spen…

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Why Bond Investing Is Easier Than Ever 26:22

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Discover how bond market ETFs have transformed investing — making bonds easier, cheaper, and more accessible than ever. We also explore how the bond market’s very composition has evolved. Episode Sponsors Delete Me – Use code David20 to get 20% off Insiders Guide Email Newsletter Get our free Investors' Checklist when you sign up for the free Money…

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Episode 155: Shuli Green Talks the Art of Mediation, Perseverance, The Richard Jewell Case and Advice for Resolving Tough Cases 1:01:28

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In Episode 155 of Sports 'N Torts, I sit down with Shuli Green, a seasoned lawyer and mediator with an impressively diverse career background. Shuli shares her wealth of experience in handling cases on both the plaintiff and defense sides, including personal injury, business, insurance, media law, and First Amendment cases. She discusses how her va…

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Investing in Emerging Markets with Ali Akay 34:34

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Ali Akay, CIO of Carrhae Capital, answers why invest in emerging markets. He also shares with Greg Dowling of FEG insights on China, Mexico, South Korea, Argentina, Greece, Turkey, South Korea, and South Africa. Insiders Guide Email Newsletter Get our free Investors' Checklist when you sign up for the free Money for the Rest of Us email newsletter …

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Is the Rest of the World Selling America? 19:55

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The U.S has traditionally been a safe haven for investing, but that hasn't been the case in 2025. We explore three economic and narrative regimes and consider why we may be witnessing a shift after 12 years of U.S. outperformance. Topics covered include: What was the narrative and economic and financial performance from 1995-2001, 2002-2012, and 20…

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Episode 154: From the Bench to the Backcountry: The Legal and Hunting Life of Robert Glass 1:00:45

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In this episode, I sit down with my friend and fellow Atlanta trial lawyer, Robert Glass, for a wide-ranging conversation on law, leadership, mentorship, and adventure. Robert shares how his journey from corporate litigation to plaintiff’s work was shaped by relationships, grit, and a passion for helping people. Robert discusses building a law firm…

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Episode 153: A Tradition Unlike Any Other - Moses Kim and Andy Goldner Talk Experiences From Attending the 2025 Masters 1:13:33

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In this special Masters edition of Sports ‘N Torts, I reunite with OG podcast guests and good friends Moses Kim and Andy Goldner to break down what we all felt was one of the most unforgettable Masters tournaments in recent memory. From Rory McIlroy's emotional and long-awaited triumph completing the career Grand Slam to Bryson DeChambeau’s back-ni…

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Where Are We Heading? 26:09

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In this episode, we explore what it means to invest in a non-ergodic world—where time, not averages, determines outcomes. We unpack concepts like volatility drag, ensemble vs. time averages, and the implications for portfolio strategy, while also reflecting on how AI and zero-click search are reshaping business and investor behavior. Topics covered…

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Is This the End of Globalization and Free Trade? 21:34

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What will the impact be now that the U.S. has one of the highest tariff rates in the world? Topics covered include: Why the Trump administration raised tariffs How the last round of U.S. tariffs led to higher prices and lower economic growth Four ways the world remains close to record connectivity Who have been the winners and losers from global tr…

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Is It Too Late to Invest in Gold? with Max Belmont - FEG Insight Bridge 38:31

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Greg Dowling of FEG interviews Max Belmont, a gold specialist and portfolio manager at First Eagle Investments. Greg and Max discuss the historical, philosophical, and practical reasons for owning gold. Topics covered include: Where does gold’s reputation as a safe haven come from, and why it trades differently than other commodities. How gold diff…

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Episode 152: From the Courtroom to the Gridiron to the Water: Chris Glover on Law, Family, Product Liability, Alabama Football & Scuba Diving 1:03:41

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Welcome back to Sports 'N Torts! In Episode 152, we are joined by Chris Glover, a highly respected trial lawyer and managing attorney at the Atlanta office of Beasley Allen. Chris has built a stellar reputation in the legal community through his advocacy for injured clients and his leadership in the field of personal injury law. What We Cover in Th…

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Should You Investment 100% of Your Retirement in Closed-End Funds? 24:23

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We compare three approaches to closed-end fund investing: Opportunistic trading, the buy and hold income factory, and a systematic approach of selling closed-end funds after 5% gains. We also explore the pros and cons of closed-end funds relative to open-end mutual funds and ETFs. Episode Sponsors Stawberry.me NetSuite Insiders Guide Email Newslett…

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Episode 151 – 2025 Atlanta Braves & MLB Season Preview with Josh Gernatt and Casey Collins 1:04:01

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Baseball is back, and it's time for our annual Braves Sports 'N Torts season preview episode! As has become tradition, I am joined by baseball men Josh Gernatt and Casey Collins to break down the Atlanta Braves' upcoming 2025 season and the broader MLB landscape. Topics covered: ⚾ Braves' 2024 struggles with injuries and why 2025 is set to be a bou…

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What Trump Wants Part 2 - How Trade Deficits and Capital Flows Can Harm or Help Countries 22:39

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How trade deficits are making the U.S. poorer, while in the past they have made the U.S. wealthier. Topics covered include: Two ways countries can increase their competitiveness How savings always equals investment Why excess savings flows to the U.S. leading to a drop in U.S. domestic savings Why the U.S. current trade situation could lead to a de…

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Episode 150 - March Madness 2025: Brackets, Bets, and Bold Predictions with Laurence Kessler (UGA) and Bo Patel (Auburn) 50:07

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It’s that time of year again—March Madness is here. I am joined by Sports ‘N Torts regulars Bo Patel and Laurence Kessler for our annual NCAA Tournament preview. In this milestone 150th episode, the guys break down the bracket, discuss key matchups, highlight sleeper teams, and debate which squads have the best path to the Final Four. Laurence come…

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Tariffs and the Mar-a-Lago Accord: What Trump Really Wants 28:49

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How the Trump administration is using tariffs as a negotiating tool to weaken the U.S. dollar and increase the global competitiveness of U.S. manufacturers. Topics covered include: Why U.S. stocks are falling, and recession risk is increasing How the U.S. dollar as the reserve currency is becoming a burden on the U.S. How the Trump administration a…

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Episode 149 – Winter Wheeler: The Art of Mediation, TED Talks, Grit, Positivity & Mastering Uncomfortable Conversations 1:09:25

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In this episode, we sit down with the dynamic Winter Wheeler—attorney, mediator, arbitrator, TEDx speaker, author, and all-around powerhouse. Winter shares her journey from defense attorney to becoming one of the most sought-after mediators in the business, shedding light on her empathetic yet strategic approach to resolving disputes. We dive into:…

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Why Japanese Stocks Could Outperform with Howard Smith - FEG Insight Bridge 48:15

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This week on episode 514, we share a conversation between Howard Smith of Indus Capital and Greg Dowling of FEG Investment Advisors on why Japan could surprise investors over the next decade with strong investment returns. David introduces the episode by sharing his key takeaways from the discussion. FEG Investment Advisor is David's former institu…

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Adam Taylor Talks Protecting Your Legacy with Proper Estate Planning, Reinventing Yourself After Covid, Triathlons, College Basketball and Pinehurst No. 2 59:46

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Adam Taylor joins Sports ‘ N Torts for Episode 149. You think you are busy? Well, Adam has different law firms practicing two different types of law. At Taylor, Hughes & Zahler, Adam handles personal injury cases and has been for over a decade. More recently, after Covid, Adam founded the Your Legacy Lawyer law firm focusing on Wills, Trusts and Es…

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Crypto: Innovation or Insanity? Meme Coins, Hacks, and Strategic Bitcoin Reserves 23:18

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We consider the incongruency of a U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, the latest crypto exchange hack, and how most participants lost money on the Trump meme coin. Given all that, we review some areas where cryptocurrency is helping individuals and businesses. Topics Covered What is the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve Why it makes little sense for the…

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Michael Geoffory Talks Fighting Corporations Emitting Ethylene Oxide Pollutants, Appreciations for Being a Lawyer, Braves Move to Cobb County, and Pub Crawls Through England Paired with Futbol Matches 1:11:46

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Michael Geoffroy joins Sports ‘N Torts for episode 147. Michael is a lawyer with offices in his hometown of the Conyers/Covington area. I call Michael a “Lawyers Lawyer” because of the professionalism, grace and passion with which he practices law. He is known in Georgia as a leader in the courtroom and in the community and has held numerous leader…

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Unlocking Hidden Returns: How Mortality Credits Boost Retirement Income 25:44

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How using a deferred income annuity can increase retirement income compared to an immediate annuity or a bond ladder. Topics covered include: How immediate annuities and deferred income annuities work What are mortality credits, and why they are a key diversifier Examples of how mortality credits lead to a 1% to 1.5% higher annualized return over s…

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Alvaro Arauz Round 2 Talks A Deep Dive into Legal Marketing, Value of Evergreen Content,Spear Fishing and his 90/10 – 8/2 Rules for Success 1:09:21

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Alvaro Arauz from 3A Law Management joins the podcast for episode 146. Alvaro was a guest on the podcast last January and has been an often requested guest to come back. So here he is for Round 2. We spend the hour talking solely all about legal marking. He delivered a master class on marketing that included: -The hustle it takes to succeed -Always…

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What Are Sovereign Wealth Funds and Does the U.S. Need One? 19:32

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The U.S. and the UK each announced they were establishing sovereign wealth funds. We explore the purposes and types of sovereign wealth funds, how they invest, and some concerns with the U.S. establishing one. Topics covered include: What are the four types of sovereign wealth funds, and why the U.S. doesn't fit the typical use case How sovereign w…

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Darl Champion Talks Tort Reform, Farming vs. Hunting Cases and Relationships, Problems with Large Settlement Mill Firms, Inspiration for his Linked In Posts and Always Play in Your Own Sandbox 1:17:58

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Darl Champion of the Champion Firm joins us for episode 145 of Sports 'N Torts. Darl grew up in North Carolina as the son of a college professor. School was not initially for Darl and his entrepreneurial spirit had him heading down the road to becoming an auto mechanic and running his own auto shop. Ultimately he ended up at Law School and that sam…

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Contrarian Investing with GMO's Ben Inker - FEG Insight Bridge 50:41

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This week on episode 510, we share a conversation between Ben Inker of GMO and Greg Dowling of FEG Investment Advisors on contrarian investing, deep value stocks, and the rise of passive investing. David introduces the episode by sharing his key takeaways from the discussion. FEG Investment Advisor is David's former institutional advisory firm, whe…

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Rishi Pattni and Andrew King Talk Lawsuits Against Nursing Homes, Discovering Heat in Medical Cases and English Premier League Futbol 1:03:58

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Rishi Pattni of Pattni Law Group and Andrew King of Chance, Forlines, Carter & King, PC join us for Episode 144 of Sports ‘N Torts. Their friendship was forged over a passion for Premier League soccer and has turned into a professional relationship where these two can work with one another representing injured patients in medical malpractice cases.…

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How to Invest in Private Credit / Direct Lending 26:20

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We explore what private credit, or direct lending, is and how to invest in it. We also show how it is similar and different from investing in leverage loans and CLOs. Topics covered include: Why more companies are staying private How private credit differs from the leverage loan market Why private credit is growing so rapidly What are the benefits …

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Zack England Talks Tennessee Law, Chattanooga’s Growth, Memorable Firm Swag Gifts, Skol Vikings and TikTok Dance Video 57:06

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Zack England from England Injury Law in Chattanooga, TN joins Sports ‘N Torts for Episode . A native of North Georgia who grew up on the Georgia/TN line, Zach talks about his law practice working on cases in both Georgia and Tennessee. We discuss: -Growing up on North Georgia; -Law School in Cincinnati, Ohio; -Returning to work in Chattanooga, TN; …

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Who Should Bear the Cost? Socialized versus Market-Based Risk Management 23:02

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Natural disasters are becoming more severe and costly—who should bear the financial burden? We explore the tension between socialized risk and market-based insurance. Topics covered include: The surprisingly large percentage of natural disaster losses that are uninsured Why natural disaster severity is increasing A deep dive into the complexity of …

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Josh and Dana Talk 2024 Year in Review at Home and at Firm, Look Ahead to 2025 and Answer Your Most Asked Questions 51:46

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Happy New Year everybody! In this episode Josh and Dana rehash all that was 2024 and look forward to 2025. They discuss: -major events in their personal lives in 2024; -J. Stein Law Firm Year in Review and discussion on top cases; -update on the podcast and favorite episodes of 2024; -plans for 2025; -updated marketing plans for the new year; -Josh…

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Where You Live Matters - How Geography Contributes to Wealth 26:07

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How geography contributes to economic growth and can increase or lower the cost of living. Topics covered include: Why living in a developing country like Costa Rica is still relatively expensive How Amazon and e-commerce platforms lower the cost of living Why we should consider slowing down our rate of consumption How geography is impacting the ro…

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College Football's Last Call National Championship Game Preview Edition 30:44

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Josh, Jason and Laurence take you around the nation to recap this week in college football. In this episode we discuss: -ND outlasting Penn St and Ohio State beating Texas to set up a ND-OSU national championship game; -Coaching in the semifinal round; -preview of ND v. OSU; -Atlanta as a National Championship Game venue; - transferring to Miami; -…

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Should You Retire Early and Live Outside Your Home Country? with Joshua Sheets 39:15

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In episode 506, Joshua shares the pros and cons of living outside of your home country. He convinces David why he needs more than one passport. Finally, Joshua makes a strong case for not retiring, and if one does, under what circumstances. Episode Sponsors Delete Me – Use code David20 to get 20% off Acorns Insiders Guide Email Newsletter Get our f…

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College Football's Last Call Playoff Round 3 Preview Edition 36:36

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Josh, Jason and Laurence take you around the country to recap Round 2 of the 2024 college football playoffs and preview Round 3. We discuss: -UGA losing to ND in the Sugar Bowl and what went wrong; -what UGA needs to do in the offseason to prepare for 2025; -recap of Round 2 games; -discussion on all higher seeds winning and all teams with the bye …

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College Football's Last Call Playoff Round 2 Preview Edition 34:13

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Josh, Jason and Laurence take you around the country to preview the 2nd round of the 2024 college football playoffs. We discuss: -recap of round 1 games; -how to tweak the system to get less blowouts; -preview of round 2 games; -UGA vs ND in the Sugar Bowl; -Carson Beck going pro; -the current Bowl Season As always, this episode is powered by the J…

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Laura Moore and Josh on "It's Time For Moore Injury Funding" Podcast's Ep Discussing Insights and Strategies to Evaluate Personal Injury Cases 36:27

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Laura Moore from Moore Injury Funding invited me to be a guest on her podcast "Its Time for Moore Injury Funding" where we discussed how to evaluate and value personal injury cases. In addition to how look at injury claims, we discusses the importance of evidence, experts, venue and other intangibles in arriving at proper value for an injury cases.…

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Optimization, AI and Opting Out with Coco Krumme 34:23

6M ago34:23

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In our final episode of the year, I converse with author and data scientist Coco Krumme about the benefits and costs of optimization in finance, industry, and our daily lives. We explore AI and its overlap with optimization. We also consider the pros and cons of life optimization and finally discuss the extreme challenge of opting out. Episode Spon…

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College Football's Last Call Week 1 Preview Playoff Edition 31:47

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Josh, Jason and Laurence take you around the country to preview Week 1 of the 2024 college football playoffs. We discuss: -How UGA spent the off week including post season awards won by the players -Problems with the Winter Transfer Portal and how to fix it -Preview of the 4 playoff games -Heisman Trophy ceremony -Bill Belichick to UNC As always, t…

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Michael Melonakos Talks Moving/Starting a Law Firm in a New State, Handwritten Thank You Notes, Lawyer Battle of the Bands and a Hopeful Detroit Lions Run to Super Bowl LIX 1:01:56

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Michael Melonakos of the Melonakos Firm of Greenville, South Carolina joins us for episode 136. Mike and I used to work together at Goodman McGuffey Lindsey & Johnson and it was great catching back up. Mike moved to South Carolina in 2018 and opened up his own Plaintiffs personal injury firm – moving to a city where he did not have any professional…

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Indexing Bubble and Asset Class Returns Still Revert to the Mean 30:30

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How asset class returns move in cycles with periods of above-average returns followed by periods of lower returns. How has the rise of passive indexing led to higher stock valuations, and what does that mean for markets? Sponsors NetSuite - Download the CFO’s Guide to AI and Machine Learning LegalZoom - Use code David10 to 10% off Insiders Guide Em…

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College Football's Last Call Week 15 39:35

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Josh, Jason and Laurence take you around the country to recap Week 15 of the 2024 college football season. We discuss: -UGA beating Texas to win the SEC -Carson Beck gets hurt and what that means for UGA -4 Conference Championship Games Recap -Final College Football Playoff Rankings and Seedings -J. Stein Law Firm Injury Report -Sucker Bet of the W…

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Arthur York Talks Winning Slip and Fall Cases, Developing Negligent Security Cases, Walking into the Cage as a MMA Fighter, and Traveling to Houston for Braves WS Game 6 59:57

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Arthur York joins Sports ‘N Torts for episode 134. A native Georgian, Arthur is an attorney in Atlanta handling personal injury cases with an emphasis on premises liability. In this episode we discuss: -cutting his teeth on slip and fall cases; -learning the practice of law from the plaintiff and defense standpoint; -opening up his law firm and dec…

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U.S. Stocks Have Never Been This Overhyped or Expensive 23:56

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What are the tangible and intangible factors that have contributed to long-term U.S. stock market outperformance compared to the rest of the world? Despite these advantages, why might we still want to continue to be globally diversified? Sponsors Delete Me – Use code David20 to get 20% off LegalZoom - Use code David10 to 10% off Insiders Guide Emai…

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College Football's Last Call Week 14 53:15

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Josh, Jason and Laurence take you around the country to recap Week 14 of the 2024 college football season. This week we were pleased to have Texas Longhorn fan and host of the Dirty Verdict podcast Peter Taaffe join us. We discuss: -UGA beating Tech in an epic 8 OT thriller -Texas beating A&M to punch a ticket to SECCG and Peter in attendance in Co…

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College Football's Last Call Week 13 35:42

6M ago35:42

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Josh, Jason and Laurence take you around the country to recap Week 13 of the 2024 college football season. We discuss: -UGA beating UMass -Chaos in the SEC -UGA making the SECCG -Updated look at the college football playoff rankings -our thoughts on scenarios and how this all plays out -Preview of UGA-Ga Tech -J. Stein Law Firm Injury Report -Sucke…

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