Best Xavier Small Podcasts (2025)

James McAlevey, Head of Global Aggregate and Absolute Return explains how his team applies the flexibility of an absolute return approach to generate returns regardless of the overall environment in bond markets. Global bond markets are vast, composed of segments ranging from US mortgage-backed securities to emerging market debt, forgetting soverei…

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DYKWYB: Eschatology 5 27:32

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Finalizing letters to the churches

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Talking Heads – Full steam ahead for US small caps 10:23

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Overly pessimistic market sentiment towards US small-capitalisation stocks has reversed. Geoff Dailey, Head of US Equities, explains that small caps are benefiting from investor enthusiasm over legislation including investment incentives. For more insights, visit Viewpoint: https://viewpoint.bnpparibas-am.com/ Download the Viewpoint app: https://on…

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DYKWYB: Eschatology 4 30:02

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The Second Coming & The Millennial Reign

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Talking Heads - Offering the best of active and passive investing in ETFs 6:25

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Actively managed exchange-traded funds are a new generation of investment solutions. Charles Cresteil, Investment Specialist, talks to Daniel Morris, about the advantages of investing in active ETFs including ease of trading and appealing transparency. For more insights, visit Viewpoint: https://viewpoint.bnpparibas-am.com/ Download the Viewpoint a…

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Talking Heads – What has been happening in the food and agriculture sector? 9:45

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Companies across the food and agriculture value chain have been facing challenges ranging from changing eating habits as a result of weight loss drugs to tighter US rules on food additives. Daniel Morris, Chief Market Strategist, and Agne Rackauskaite, Portfolio Manager, discuss the implications of these developments and potential winners and loser…

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DYKWYB: Eschatology 3 22:51

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The tribulation and the anti-Christ

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Talking Heads – European small-cap stocks have the wind in their sails 7:03

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After a lean period in recent years, European small-cap stocks have entered positive territory. Damien Kohler, Head of European Small Caps, talks to Daniel Morris, Chief Market Strategist, about the attractions of small capitalisation companies and their place in portfolios of investors with an appetite for income. For more insights, visit Viewpoin…

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DYKWYB: Eschatology 2 26:33

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What is the rapture? When does it happen? Why is it important?

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Talking Heads – Sustainability, bending, but not breaking 10:00

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The global landscape is witnessing a significant shift in sustainability strategies, influenced by political pressures and economic realities. Recent months have been a challenging period with sustainability action under considerable pressure. For more insights, visit Viewpoint: https://viewpoint.bnpparibas-am.com/ Download the Viewpoint app: https…

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DYKWYB: Eschatology 1 26:10

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Why study eschatology?

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DYKWYB: Angelology 5 24:44

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Satan and His Forces

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DYKWYB: Angelology 4 25:44

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Who is the angelic ministry?

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Talking Heads – Setting a course for investing in the rest of 2025 8:59

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With the second half of the year now well underway, what are the prospects for the major economies and financial markets as tariffs remain very much in the headlines? On our podcast, Chief Market Strategist Daniel Morris tells Andrew Craig, Co-head of the Investment Insight Centre, that concerns remain over US Treasuries, arguing for an overweight …

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DYKWYB: Angelology 3 27:52

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Angel Ranks and Positions

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How to Stop Using the Master’s Tools: A Convo with Cher Hale 57:59

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What does it really mean to dismantle systems of oppression? In this episode of Assigned Reading, Becky is joined by writer and publicist Cher to unpack Audre Lorde’s iconic 1979 speech “The Master’s Tools Will Never Dismantle the Master’s House.” They explore tokenism, parenting under patriarchy, the trap of girlboss feminism, and how discomfort i…

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Talking Heads – Combining asset ownership and stewardship 7:25

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Voting and engagement matter for any long-term investor. While fewer environmental and social proposals have been voted on, they still obtain widespread support. For more insights, visit Viewpoint: https://viewpoint.bnpparibas-am.com/ Download the Viewpoint app: https://onelink.to/tpxq34 Follow us on LinkedIn: https://bnpp.lk/am Hosted by Ausha. Se…

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DYKWYB: Angelology 2 28:27

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Nature and limitations of angels

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Relinquishing the Patriarchy: Talking adrienne maree brown with Sandhya Sudhakar 54:24

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Becky Mollenkamp and Sandhya Sudhakar dive into adrienne maree brown’s blog post "Relinquishing the Patriarchy." This rich, layered discussion covers gender roles, emotional labor, discomfort, and how patriarchy harms us all. From parenting to dating, personal identity to privilege, they explore how internalized systems shape us—and what it really …

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Talking Heads – What next with digital assets such as tokenised securities? 6:00

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When it comes to digital assets, attention often centres on cryptocurrencies, but for an asset manager, digitalisation opens up a wider field of opportunities. On our podcast, Stefan Brinaru, Head of Digital Assets, tells Chief Market Strategist Daniel Morris that the advantages of tokenisation include more transparency and faster settlement. For m…

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DYKWYB: Angelology 1 20:16

3M ago20:16

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Introduction to Angels

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Talking Heads – A look at the latest ETF flows 7:19

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How have investor anxieties over the impact of US tariffs on economic growth, US debt sustainability and generally volatile markets affected recent flows in exchange-traded funds? Chief Market Strategist Daniel Morris talks to Daniel Dornel, Head of ETF Research, about the latest trends including flows out of – and back into – US equities and the a…

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Talking Heads – Any viable alternatives to a US dollar in the doldrums? 6:56

3M ago6:56

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With the US dollar battered by stop-start tariff policy, fiscal profligacy and questions about the independence of the Federal Reserve, where should investors turn? The dollar index, which measures the currency’s strength against a basket of six others including the pound, euro and yen, slumped more than 10% in the first half of 2025, the worst sta…

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Feminist Porn Critique: Unpacking Andrea Dworkin’s Legacy with Goddess Erica 1:00:51

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This week, Becky and Goddess Erica discuss Andrea Dworkin’s 1988 essay on pornography and power. They explore ethical porn, sex education reform, and the intersection of pleasure, patriarchy, and AI. A bold, vulnerable conversation about dismantling shame and building new systems for healing and desire. This week’s text: ✍️ “Pornography: Men Posses…

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DYKWYB: Ecclesiology 6 31:32

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We wrap up our series on ecclesiology with the second half of the acronym B.A.P.T.I.S.T

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Talking Heads – Artificial Intelligence - Everything, Everywhere, All at once 12:08

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This year’s disruptive jolt from developer DeepSeek showed that the cost of training and using AI models can be trimmed significantly. Listen to our podcast with Portfolio Manager Derek Glynn as he tells Chief Market Strategist Daniel Morris that use cases are set to expand far beyond personal assistants and chatbots to include even robotics and au…

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What It Means to Do the Work: Feminism Beyond the Hashtags (with Kim Romain) 53:05

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In this episode of Assigned Reading, Becky and Kim unpack Barbara Love’s essay on developing a liberatory consciousness. Using the framework of the “4 A’s”—Awareness, Analysis, Action, and Accountability—they reflect on the deeply personal work of moving from complicity to liberation. This episode explores queer identity, internalized oppression, w…

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DYKWYB: Ecclesiology 5 30:25

3M ago30:25

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Baptist Polity Pt. 1

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The Truth About Aging and Gender Roles (with Ana Xavier) 58:08

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Aging, feminism, and power collide in this juicy conversation. Becky and podcast producer Ana Xavier discuss Susan Sontag’s The Double Standard of Aging and how it still resonates decades later. From gray hair and menopause to child-free choices and decentering men, this feminist talk gets real about the aging double standard and what it means to o…

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Talking Heads – Have green bonds emerged from their niche? 8:04

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Green bonds, whose revenues are used to fund green projects such as renewable energy, have matured. On our podcast, Arnaud-Guilhem Lamy, Head of Euro Aggregate and SRI Fixed Income, tells Chief Market Strategist Daniel Morris that standards and standardisation have improved. For more insights, visit Viewpoint: https://viewpoint.bnpparibas-am.com/ D…

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DYKWYB: Ecclesiology 4 28:30

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How are Christians supposed to respond to the government?

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Talking Heads – What’s new in thematic investing? Check out our Barometer 8:13

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Investors with an appetite for investing in themes are increasingly including private market strategies, according to the Thematics Barometer global survey of decision makers. Discussing this year’s results with Chief Market Strategist Daniel Morris, Christopher Dunn, Head of Investment Management for Europe for Coalition Greenwich, notes the leadi…

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Understanding Kimberle Crenshaw’s Landmark Essay on Intersectionality (with Tori Williams Douglass) 55:19

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What happens when the law can't see you? This episode dives into Kimberle Crenshaw’s landmark 1989 essay on intersectionality, exploring how courts systematically erase Black women. Becky and Tori break down Crenshaw’s trapdoor metaphor, legal analysis, and the continuing relevance of intersectional feminism today. This week’s text ✍️ “Demarginaliz…

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DYKWYB: Ecclesiology 3 27:29

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What was God’s Design for the Church?

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Talking Heads - What’s new on ocean protection and preservation? 6:53

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What are the five human activities threatening the ocean’s health and its ability to support jobs and business and act as a carbon sink? What can sustainability-minded investors do to discourage companies from, for example, trading protected species or engaging in industrial fishing? For more insights, visit Viewpoint: https://viewpoint.bnpparibas-…

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Trans Anger and Feminist Solidarity with Taina Brown 58:04

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In this episode, Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown dive deep into Sylvia Rivera’s 2001 speech, "Bitch on Wheels." They unpack Rivera’s righteous rage, explore the erasure of trans voices in LGBTQ history, and reflect on the importance of solidarity and intersectionality in the fight for liberation. This raw speech from a legendary activist is just a…

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DYKWYB: Ecclesiology 2 23:34

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We’re supposed to be unified…right?

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We Should All Be Feminists: A Deep Dive with Faith Clarke 57:04

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In this powerful conversation, Becky Mollenkamp and Faith Clarke unpack Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s iconic essay *We Should All Be Feminists*. They explore how feminism intersects with race, colonization, shame, and identity. Faith shares deep insights from a Black Caribbean lens, and the two reflect on how culture is created—and can be disrupted. T…

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Talking Heads – Making the case for absolute return bonds 6:49

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How can fixed income investors tackle the uncertainty over the outlook for growth and inflation? How will concerns about government finances play out ? Where are interest rates heading? Jayesh Mistry, Absolute Return Portfolio Manager, makes the case for an absolute return approach, with flexibility to benefit from different sectors within global b…

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Talking Heads – Which long-term themes are set to drive global equity markets? 7:25

4M ago7:25

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Amid market doubts over the US’s exceptionalism, where can investors seeking diversification turn? Is a ‘re-awakened’ Europe an alternative? In this edition, Nadia Grant, Head of Global Equities, shares her views and investment ideas with Chief Market Strategist Daniel Morris. For more insights, visit Viewpoint: https://viewpoint.bnpparibas-am.com/…

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Love as Liberation: Unpacking bell hooks (with Heather Vickery) 55:07

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✍️ This week’s essay: “Love as the Practice of Freedom” by bell hooks 🎙 This week’s guest: Heather Vickery is a coach, speaker, podcast host, and joy-bringer. Her work centers around intentional living, courageous leadership, and aligning action with values. Heather brings radical honesty and warmth to everything she does—even when it’s tough love.…

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DYKWYB: Ecclesiology 1 27:06

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Foundational church elements from Acts 2

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Intersectional Feminism vs. Girlboss Feminism: Chatting about Lindy West with Paige Worthy 58:49

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This week’s text: ✍️ “What No One Else Will Tell You About Feminism” by Lindy West This week’s guest: Paige Worthy (she/her) is a writer, editor, and brand messaging strategist for progressive entrepreneurs. Known for her spicy takes, thoughtful wordcraft, and zero tolerance for misogynist bullshit, Paige shows up in business and life as a truth-te…

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Talking Heads – Investing via an ETF in the European defence sector 7:41

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Geopolitical pressures are forcing Europe to develop an autonomous defence capability. Listen to George Ferguson Senior Analyst for Aerospace, Defence and Airlines at Bloomberg Intelligence, and Andrew Craig, Co-head of the Investment Insight Centre talk about prospects for the European defence sector. For more insights, visit Viewpoint: https://vi…

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DYKWYB: The Christian Life 5 36:04

5M ago36:04

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Developing a Good Devotional Life

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DYKWYB: The Christian Life 4 31:20

5M ago31:20

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Living empowered lives through Christ

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Objectification Begins With Words: Reading Robin Wall Kimmerer with Nancy Harris 47:54

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This week’s text: ✍️ “Speaking of Nature” by Robin Wall Kimmerer This week’s guest: Nancy Harris (she/her) is an executive coach, keynote speaker, and facilitator supporting leaders and organizations committed to equity, people-centered work, and transformational change. She’s the founder of Restart Consulting, host of The Intersection podcast, and…

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Talking heads - It’s a match: infrastructure investing and Europe’s new focus 8:49

5M ago8:49

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Listen to Karen Azoulay, Head of Real Assets, as she tells Chief Market Strategist Daniel Morris that investing in infrastructure fits well with the efforts of the European Commission and governments to boost spending and innovation. The asset class’s stable and predictable cashflows can also offer downside protection, she argues. For more insights…

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DYKWYB: The Christian Life 3 23:17

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Navigating Temptation