Best Low Technology Institute Podcasts (2025)

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Gold for the 21st Century Episode 12 | Dan McElduff, Siddiq Farid, David Gornall, and Steve Lowe from Abaxx Exchange and Abaxx Spot 36:53

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We close out Gold for the 21st Century this week with a special roundtable episode with Dan McElduff (President, Abaxx Exchange), Siddiq Farid (Managing Director, Abaxx Spot), and David Gornall and Steve Lowe (Strategic Advisors for Precious Metals, Abaxx). David Greely sits down with them to discuss their experience and insights at the 2025 Asia P…

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224: Systematic Investing: The Role of Consistent Alpha in Volatile Markets 19:36

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The global investment environment is full of uncertainty — from inflation, growth dynamics, to policy shifts and geopolitical tensions. Investors are seeking clarity and ways to unlock more consistent investment outcomes during a period of unpredictable conditions. Innovations in data analytics and technology are helping investors better understand…

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Gold for the 21st Century Episode 11 | Thomas McMahon, Co-Founder, Abaxx Technologies 40:49

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We continue Gold for the 21st Century this week with Thomas McMahon, Co-Founder of Abaxx Technologies. David Greely sits down with Thomas to discuss how the role that gold may play in our financial system in the near future is not that different from the one gold and silver played in the not-so-distant past. They also explore precious metals' marke…

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223: Tariffs, Tech and Transition: Europe and Asia's Evolving Equity Landscape 21:07

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Following our last episode on U.S. equities with Carrie King, we’re expanding the conversation globally to understand how these dynamics are playing out beyond American shores. European and Asian equity markets are navigating a complex mix of geopolitical shifts, technological disruption, and evolving investor sentiment. Helen Jewell, Chief Investm…

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Gold for the 21st Century Episode 10 | Greg Sharenow, Managing Director & Portfolio Manager for Commodities and Real Assets, PIMCO 37:41

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This week on Gold for the 21st Century, we welcome Greg Sharenow back into the SmarterMarkets™ studio. Greg is Managing Director & Portfolio Manager for Commodities and Real Assets at PIMCO. David Greely sits down with Greg to discuss how policy uncertainty and inflation are shaping the investing landscape and the role that commodities and real ass…

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Gold for the 21st Century Episode 9 | Sakhila Mirza, President, Responsible Gold 32:32

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We continue Gold for the 21st Century this week with Sakhila Mirza, President of Responsible Gold. David Greely sits down with Sakhila to discuss the role of standards, data, and technology in building an ecosystem of trust for responsible and sustainable gold.By Abaxx Technologies Inc.

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222: U.S. Equities: Getting Granular on Market Insights and Sector Trends 21:10

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After two years of full steam ahead for U.S. equities, 2025 has so far featured a number of speed bumps and even a few U-turns for some key areas of the market. With continued market volatility and a stock market correction, how should investors be thinking about the U.S. equity market as compared with the rest of the world? Carrie King, U.S. and D…

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Special Episode | A SmarterMarkets Remix: Ideas Worth Repeating 1:00:36

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It’s a holiday weekend in the United States, and we thought it would be a good time to revisit some of the big ideas that our guests shared with us over the past year. Meeting the new commercial realities created by the globalization of the natural gas market, the energy transition to a lower carbon economy, and the rise of artificial intelligence …

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221: A Stock Picker's Guide To Volatility: Global Equity Market Opportunities Across A Shifting Landscape 20:35

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It's been quite a ride for equity markets this year. Uncertainty and volatility hit a fever pitch in the weeks following President Trump's sweeping tariff announcement in April as investors feared the potential for rising inflation, slow economic growth, and US assets, losing their aura of dominance. Tony DeSpirito, global CIO for BlackRock's Funda…

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Gold for the 21st Century Episode 8 | Steve Lowe, Former Managing Director, Co-Head of Global Base and Precious Metals, Scotiabank 45:48

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On this week’s installment of Gold for the 21st Century, we welcome Steve Lowe into the SmarterMarkets™ studio. Steve is Former Managing Director, Co-Head of Global Base and Precious Metals at Scotiabank. David Greely sits down with Steve to talk about his experience and insights into the gold markets from his time leading the iconic Scotia metals …

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220: Discovering India's Economic Boom: Demographic Dividends and A Digital Revolution 16:25

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Investment opportunities in India have been gaining significant attention, driven by the country's robust economic growth and favorable demographic trends. But what are the key factors that make India an attractive destination for long-term investment opportunities, and how can they navigate the complexities of this dynamic market? Vivek Paul, Head…

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Gold for the 21st Century Episode 7 | Michael DiRienzo, President & CEO, The Silver Institute 32:11

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This week on Gold for the 21st Century, we welcome Michael DiRienzo, President & CEO at The Silver Institute, into the SmarterMarkets™ studio. David Greely sits down with Michael to discuss the outlook for silver, its role in the energy transition, and the role it can and should play in investor portfolios and our financial system in the 21st centu…

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219: From Savings to Prosperity: The Global Impact of Capital Markets 19:26

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Capital markets are a powerful force in the global financial landscape. These markets connect long-term savings with productive uses of capital. Driving innovation, growth and job creation. But what are capital markets and how will they contribute to long-term global economic development? Samara Cohen, chief Investment Officer of ETF and Index Inve…

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Gold for the 21st Century Episode 6 | Josh Crumb, Founder & CEO, Abaxx Technologies 42:28

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We continue Gold for the 21st Century this week with Josh Crumb, Founder & CEO of Abaxx Technologies. SmarterMarkets™ host David Greely sits down with Josh to discuss how gold has shaped Josh’s vision and mission to build smarter markets throughout his career. They also talk about how the gold market is where the many dimensions of Abaxx come toget…

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218: Geopolitical Shifts, Trade Dynamics and President Trump's First 100 Days in Office [April 29th] 24:39

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The geopolitical landscape in 2025 has seen significant shifts and developments. President Trump's second term has ushered in a new era of international relations, characterized by bold policy changes and strategic maneuvers. The implementation of new tariffs has reshaped global trade dynamics, raising concerns about broader economic implications. …

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Gold for the 21st Century Episode 5 | Gregor Gregersen, Founder, Silver Bullion Group 54:30

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This week on Gold for the 21st Century, we welcome Gregor Gregerson, Founder of Silver Bullion Group, into the SmarterMarkets™ studio. David Greely sits down with Gregor to discuss the role of gold and precious metals in protecting wealth, the physical infrastructure and technology required, and why creating and maintaining trust remains the founda…

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217: How Does This Cycle of Tariff Market Volatility Compare to Historical Periods of Market Uncertainty? [April 23rd] 18:41

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Global markets have been experiencing extraordinary volatility in response to the U.S. tariff pause announced on April 9th, a reflection of the uncertainty surrounding the economic and policy outlook. But similar to other unprecedented market moments in history, the investment strategies that work today may not apply tomorrow. So how can investors …

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Gold for the 21st Century Episode 4 | Don Casturo, Founding Partner & CIO, Quantix Commodities 26:19

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We continue Gold for the 21st Century this week with Don Casturo, Founding Partner and Chief Investment Officer at Quantix Commodities. David Greely sits down with Don to discuss the role of gold in protecting investors' portfolios, the drivers of recent gold market performance, and how de-dollarization is changing the way gold trades relative to o…

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216: The 90-Day U.S. Tariff Pause - How Should Investors Respond Right Now? [April 15th] 19:57

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On April 9th, the U.S. administration announced a 90-day tariff pause on country-specific reciprocal tariffs, exempting key tech imports while maintaining high tariffs on select Chinese goods. This decision introduced extraordinary volatility to global markets. Notably, the S&P 500 rebounded nearly 6% last week, marking one of its largest daily jum…

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Special Episode | Scenes from the FT Commodities Global Summit 2025 35:42

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We present a Special Episode of SmarterMarkets™, bringing you exclusive interviews from the FT Commodities Global Summit 2025. SmarterMarkets™ returned to the annual Financial Times Commodities Global Summit in Lausanne, Switzerland this March, where commodity traders get together to talk about the markets and how they’re navigating them. In retros…

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215: Navigating Market Volatility and Tariff Policy: Positioning Portfolios Amid Uncertainty [April 8th] 20:42

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The recent tariff announcements by President Trump on April 2nd have sent shockwaves through the global markets, triggering significant market volatility, driven by the uncertainty of these tariffs and their impact on global supply chains, inflation, and economic growth. As markets are grappling with various potential scenarios, how should investor…

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Gold for the 21st Century Episode 3 | Wade Brennan, CEO & Co-Founder, Kilo Capital 35:20

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This week on Gold for the 21st Century, we welcome Wade Brennan, CEO & Co-Founder of Kilo Capital, into the SmarterMarkets™ studio. David Greely sits down with Wade to discuss the effects of the recent tariff-related price volatility and pricing dislocations on the users of gold, as well as the role of bullion banking in the gold market of the 21st…

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Gold for the 21st Century Episode 2 | Sunil Kashyap, Managing Director at FinMet Pte Ltd., Singapore 24:19

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We continue Gold for the 21st Century this week with Sunil Kashyap, Managing Director at FinMet Pte Ltd., Singapore. David Greely sits down with Sunil to discuss the role of gold in Asia, what the West can learn from it, and what new market infrastructure and technology can lead to smarter gold markets in Asia for the 21st century.…

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214: The Rise and Growth Of Venture Debt In The Investing Landscape 19:58

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When people think of how early-stage companies finance their initial growth, venture capital and private equity are often the first things that come to mind, but growth and venture debt have become increasingly prominent in the financial landscape, especially in the wake of the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank. Ross Ahlgren, a portfolio manager in t…

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Special Episode | Scenes from FIA Boca 2025 42:25

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We present a special mid-week episode of SmarterMarkets™, bringing you exclusive interviews from FIA’s BOCA50 – the International Futures Industry Conference. SmarterMarkets™ returned to FIA Boca to be a part of BOCA50, the 50th anniversary of the International Futures Industry Conference. We partnered with the FIA to interview a wide-range of futu…

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Gold for the 21st Century Episode 1 | David Gornall, Strategic Advisor for Precious Metals, Abaxx Exchange & Former Chairman, LBMA 30:12

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This week, we kick off our new series Gold for the 21st Century with David Gornall. Gornall is Strategic Advisor for Precious Metals at Abaxx Exchange, Former Global Head of Precious Metals Trading at Natixis, and Former Chairman of the LBMA. SmarterMarkets™ host David Greely sits down with Gornall to discuss where gold market infrastructure is not…

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213: The Evolution of Private Markets in Modern Investment Portfolios 20:59

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When investors consider how to diversify their investment portfolios, traditional assets like stocks and bonds are often the first things that come to mind. But private markets have become increasingly prominent in the financial landscape. These unique investments can offer diversification benefits that are often insulated from broader economic cyc…

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Carbon Frontiers 2025 Episode 6 | Belinda Ellington, Principal, Ellington Resolution + Senior Advisor, IETA + Former MD, Global Head of Commodities Legal, Citi 55:54

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We wrap up Carbon Frontiers 2025 this week with Belinda Ellington, Principal at Ellington Resolution, Senior Advisor at IETA, and Former MD, Global Head of Commodities Legal at Citi. David Greely sits down with Belinda to discuss the challenges that banks face in carbon markets and sustainable finance – and why establishing the legal nature of veri…

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212: The Role of Low-Carbon Opportunities In The Infrastructure Investing Landscape 19:20

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Infrastructure investments have long been recognized as a foundation for economic growth and low carbon infrastructure is increasingly becoming an area of interest for investors in both public and private markets. But how will low carbon infrastructure play a role in the evolving energy investing landscape? Helen Jewell, Chief Investment Officer fo…

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Carbon Frontiers 2025 Episode 5 | Peter Fusaro, Founder, Wall Street Green Summit 32:46

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This week on Carbon Frontiers 2025, we welcome back Peter Fusaro, Founder of the Wall Street Green Summit. David Greely sits down with Peter to discuss where we are in carbon markets and the energy transition – and the other big issues on the agenda as we head into the 24th annual Wall Street Green Summit in New York City on March 18-19.…

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Carbon Frontiers 2025 Episode 4 | Rene Velasquez, Managing Partner, Valitera 35:14

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We continue Carbon Frontiers 2025 this week with Rene Velasquez, Managing Partner at Valitera. David Greely sits down with Rene to discuss the ‘tale of two cities’ state of the carbon markets – and the challenges and opportunities in getting carbon finance flowing.By Abaxx Technologies Inc.

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211: The Intersection of AI and Geopolitics From An Investing Lens 22:49

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Rapid advancements in artificial intelligence are influencing global power dynamics in ways that are reshaping the investment landscape. So, how are these AI developments impacting geopolitics, and what does this mean for investors? Catherine Kress, Head of Geopolitical Research and Jeff Shen, co-head of systematic equities at BlackRock join Oscar …

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Carbon Frontiers 2025 Episode 3 | Peter Zaman, Partner, HFW Singapore 54:15

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This week on Carbon Frontiers 2025, we welcome back Peter Zaman, Partner at HFW Singapore. David Greely sits down with Peter to discuss the impact of the US withdrawal from the Paris Agreement and how the rest of the world's response, whether ideological or pragmatic, will determine the path forward. They also talk about the need for a greater focu…

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210: Thematic Investing: Finding Tomorrow's Investing Themes Today 16:23

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Thematic investing is rapidly gaining traction in today’s investment landscape, but how can investors take advantage of this emerging strategic approach that is thematic investing? Thematic investing focuses on identifying long-term trends or themes—such as technological advancements, sustainability, or shifting demographics—that could drive growth…

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Carbon Frontiers 2025 Episode 2 | Alasdair Were, Head of Environmental Markets, Abaxx Exchange 29:53

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On our second installment of Carbon Frontiers 2025, we welcome Alasdair Were, Head of Environmental Markets at Abaxx Exchange, back into the SmarterMarkets™ studio. David Greely sits down with Alasdair to discuss how recent dramatic policy changes and hard economic realities are influencing both corporate and government approaches to the energy tra…

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209: Why Are Bond Yields Rising As Rates Are Cut? 19:26

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Sharp moves in bond yields have been a key area of focus in markets to start the year. Yields on 10-year treasury bonds are over 1% higher since September 2024 — a historically rare occurrence in both the direction and magnitude of moves. So, what’s driving this phenomenon and how is it reshaping the investment playbook compared to previous cycles?…

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Carbon Frontiers 2025 Episode 1 | Mark Lewis, Head of Research, Andurand Capital 43:42

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We kick off Carbon Frontiers 2025 this week with Mark Lewis, Head of Research at Andurand Capital. David Greely sits down with Mark to discuss the leading role that the EU ETS may play in moving carbon markets forward as it’s forced to balance carbon emissions reductions with keeping its industry competitive in a world where the U.S. is no longer i…

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208: The Economic Impact of Tariffs: How the New U.S. Tariff Policy is Shaping Global Markets 21:36

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Trade policies have always been a critical aspect of global economies and recent developments in U.S. tariff policy have sparked global market volatility and discussions around the impact on inflation. The latest tariff announcements have sent ripples through the markets, affecting various sectors, and raising questions about their long-term impact…

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The State of Play in Battery Metals Episode 4 | Brian Menell, Chairman & CEO, TechMet 33:34

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We close out The State of Play in Battery Metals this week with Brian Menell, Chairman & CEO at TechMet. David Greely sits down with Brian to discuss how short-term oversupply is distracting us from making the investments needed to meet the growing medium-term demand for battery metals and critical minerals – and why governments and sovereign wealt…

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The State of Play in Battery Metals Episode 3 | Andrea Hotter, Special Correspondent, Fastmarkets 36:05

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We continue The State of Play in Battery Metals this week with Andrea Hotter, Special Correspondent at Fastmarkets. SmarterMarkets™ host David Greely sits down with Andrea to discuss the flurry of executive orders signed by President Trump as he returned to the White House this week – and what they may mean for the battery metals markets.…

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207: A Macro and Geopolitical Outlook – Live from Davos 24:52

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In a special episode recorded from Davos, host Oscar Pulido is joined by Philipp Hildebrand, Vice Chairman of BlackRock, and Tom Donilon, Chairman of the BlackRock Investment Institute, to discuss the latest insights on the macroeconomic and geopolitical outlook for 2025. Philipp and Tom will provide their expert analysis on how these dynamics are …

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The State of Play in Battery Metals Episode 2 | Andy Home, Senior Metals Columnist, Thomson Reuters 31:28

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On our second installment of The State of Play in Battery Metals, we welcome back Andy Home, Senior Metals Columnist at Thomson Reuters. David Greely sits down with Andy to discuss the ways the energy transition hasn't gone the way people thought it would in battery metals; where we stand after a brutal year in the battery metals business; and the …

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206: Rebuilding The US Physical Economy 19:01

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A critical theme for 2025 and beyond rebuilding the US physical economy with the Infrastructure, Investment and Jobs Act, and other policy measures, there's a renewed focus on enhancing infrastructure, reshoring manufacturing and addressing the housing supply gap. These efforts are not just about construction and development. They're about revitali…

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The State of Play in Battery Metals Episode 1 | Dan McElduff, President, Abaxx Exchange 33:06

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This week, we kick off our new series The State of Play in Battery Metals with Dan McElduff, President at Abaxx Exchange. David Greely sits down with Dan to discuss the evolving commercial needs of the battery metals markets – and how Abaxx is applying the approach Dan learned at the NYMEX to design and launch physically deliverable futures contrac…

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205: A Stock Picker's Guide to 2025 22:12

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As we welcome a new year, we reflect on 2024 as another strong year for equities with inflation, interest rates, and the ongoing impact of artificial intelligence. Still very much in the spotlight. 2025 is shaping up to be an intriguing year for equity investors BlackRock's Global CIO of Fundamental Equities, Tony DeSpirito, will discuss the factor…

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Holiday Special Part 2 | Josh Crumb, Founder & CEO, Abaxx Technologies + Abaxx Exchange Metals Team 38:50

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We begin the new year with part two of our two-part Holiday Special. SmarterMarkets™ host David Greely is joined again this week by Josh Crumb, Founder & CEO of Abaxx Technologies, along with colleagues Sacha Lifschitz, David Gornall, and Steve Lowe from the Abaxx Exchange Metals Team. In part two of our Holiday Special, they continue their discuss…

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Holiday Special Part 1 | Josh Crumb, Founder & CEO, Abaxx Technologies + Abaxx Exchange Metals Team 38:32

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We close out the year with part one of our two-part Holiday Special. SmarterMarkets™ host David Greely is joined by Josh Crumb, Founder & CEO of Abaxx Technologies, along with colleagues Sacha Lifschitz, David Gornall, and Steve Lowe from the Abaxx Exchange Metals Team. In part one this week, they begin their discussion on metals markets – battery …

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Inside the Coffeehouse Episode 7 | Steve Zwick, Host and Producer, Bionic Planet and Renat Heuberger, CEO & Co-Founder, Terra Impact Ventures 42:23

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We close out our Inside the Coffeehouse series this week with Steve Zwick and Renat Heuberger. Steve is Host & Producer of Bionic Planet, and Renat is CEO & Co-Founder of Terra Impact Ventures. David Greely sits down with Steve and Renat to discuss the paradoxes of the carbon markets – and what we can be doing better to bridge the gap between the c…

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204: Infrastructure mini-series Ep 2: The Low-Carbon Transition: A $100 Trillion Infrastructure Opportunity 18:31

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In the second episode of our infrastructure mini-series on The Bid, guest host Mark Wiedman, speaks with Matt Harris and Salim Samaha from Global Infrastructure investing to explore one of the biggest opportunities in infrastructure, the global transition to a low carbon economy. Sources: IEA Net Zero 2050, May 2021; Bloomberg New Energy Finance (B…

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Inside the Coffeehouse Episode 6 | Dr. David Bray, Distinguished Chair of the Accelerator & CEO/Principal, Stimson Center & LDA Ventures, Inc. 47:34

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We continue our Inside the Coffeehouse series this week with Dr. David Bray, Distinguished Chair of the Accelerator & CEO/Principal at the Stimson Center & LDA Ventures, Inc. David Greely sits down with Dr. Bray to discuss how technology is shaping how we relate to each other today – and how we can learn from the lessons of the past to put our tech…