Episodes

  • Activists Target Victoria’s Secret, Trump Boosts EchoStar, and the Premium Credit Card Battle Heats Up

    Activists Target Victoria’s Secret, Trump Boosts EchoStar, and the Premium Credit Card Battle Heats Up
    Jun 16 2025
    In today’s episode, we break down why Victoria’s Secret stock is climbing after activist investor Barington Capital takes a stake and pushes for a board overhaul and a renewed focus on bras. Plus, EchoStar soars nearly 50% after President Trump personally intervenes in its FCC dispute, Microsoft expands its European data sovereignty program to ease regulatory pressure, Starbucks doubles down on its employee turnaround strategy to win back its culture—and JPMorgan Chase and American Express escalate the premium credit card rivalry with major refreshes and bigger perks on the way. The business world isn’t slowing down—and neither are we. 🚀 Loving the show? Leave a 5-star rating & review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube to help more people discover it! 📩 Want to master your money in 5 minutes or less each week? Join the Master Money Newsletter → Sign up here 🎧 Like this show? You'll love our other podcast: The Personal Finance Podcast 📲 Follow Andrew Giancola on Social Media: YouTube 🎥 Instagram 📸 TikTok 🎵 🔥 Thanks for tuning in! See you next episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    7 mins
  • Mattel’s AI Toys, Bacon Inflation, and Starbucks' New Turnaround Plan

    Mattel’s AI Toys, Bacon Inflation, and Starbucks' New Turnaround Plan
    Jun 13 2025
    Mattel is partnering with OpenAI to infuse AI into toys like Magic 8 Ball and UNO, with new AI-powered products expected this year — part of Mattel’s broader push beyond plastic and into digital experiences. Meanwhile, bacon prices are up nearly 20% year-over-year due to tariffs, higher production costs, and California’s animal welfare laws, potentially making the price spike permanent. Oracle shares cooled slightly after reaching an all-time high, still riding momentum from strong cloud earnings. And Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol is rolling out a turnaround plan: trimming 30% of the menu, launching protein lattes, promising no price hikes this fiscal year, and leaning on algorithms to improve service speed. 🚀 Loving the show? Leave a 5-star rating & review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube to help more people discover it! 📩 Want to master your money in 5 minutes or less each week? Join the Master Money Newsletter → Sign up here 🎧 Like this show? You'll love our other podcast: The Personal Finance Podcast 📲 Follow Andrew Giancola on Social Media: YouTube 🎥 Instagram 📸 TikTok 🎵 🔥 Thanks for tuning in! See you next episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    6 mins
  • Oracle Surges, Chime’s $11.6B IPO, and Hollywood’s AI War Begins

    Oracle Surges, Chime’s $11.6B IPO, and Hollywood’s AI War Begins
    Jun 12 2025
    Oracle shares jumped 8% after smashing earnings expectations and forecasting major cloud growth, thanks in part to rising AI demand and key partnerships. Meanwhile, Chime’s $27 IPO signals a thaw in the fintech freeze, and Disney and Universal have filed Hollywood’s first big copyright lawsuit against an AI company, Midjourney, over IP theft. We also cover Costco’s new early access perk for Executive members and Nintendo’s record-breaking Switch 2 launch, which sold 3.5 million units in just four days. 🚀 Loving the show? Leave a 5-star rating & review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube to help more people discover it! 📩 Want to master your money in 5 minutes or less each week? Join the Master Money Newsletter → Sign up here 🎧 Like this show? You'll love our other podcast: The Personal Finance Podcast 📲 Follow Andrew Giancola on Social Media: YouTube 🎥 Instagram 📸 TikTok 🎵 🔥 Thanks for tuning in! See you next episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 mins
  • Zuckerberg’s $14B AI Bet, GM’s U.S. Shift, and Google’s Buyout Push

    Zuckerberg’s $14B AI Bet, GM’s U.S. Shift, and Google’s Buyout Push
    Jun 11 2025
    In today’s episode, we break down Mark Zuckerberg’s $14 billion investment into Scale AI—and why he’s betting big on CEO Alexandr Wang to rescue Meta’s lagging AI efforts. Plus, GM announces a $4 billion U.S. production shift to avoid steep auto tariffs, Google launches a new round of voluntary buyouts while pushing hybrid work, and Starbucks debuts an OpenAI-powered assistant to help baristas serve drinks faster. The future is moving fast—and so are the headlines. 🚀 Loving the show? Leave a 5-star rating & review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube to help more people discover it! 📩 Want to master your money in 5 minutes or less each week? Join the Master Money Newsletter → Sign up here 🎧 Like this show? You'll love our other podcast: The Personal Finance Podcast 📲 Follow Andrew Giancola on Social Media: YouTube 🎥 Instagram 📸 TikTok 🎵 🔥 Thanks for tuning in! See you next episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    7 mins
  • Tech Titans PANIC as AI Wars Heat Up While Housing Market CRASHES Into Reality Check

    Tech Titans PANIC as AI Wars Heat Up While Housing Market CRASHES Into Reality Check
    Jun 10 2025
    Today's episode dives deep into the seismic shifts reshaping America's economy and tech landscape. From President Trump's tariff diplomacy cooling inflation fears to Mark Zuckerberg's desperate scramble to catch up in the AI arms race, we're witnessing pivotal moments that will define the next decade. Apple disappoints again with delayed Siri upgrades, Microsoft makes a bold play for handheld gaming supremacy, and Wall Street serves up mixed signals with Robinhood's S&P 500 snub. Meanwhile, the housing market reality check is hitting sellers hard as buyers finally gain the upper hand after years of being squeezed out. It's a power-packed episode covering the stories that matter most to your wallet, your tech, and your future. 🚀 Loving the show? Leave a 5-star rating & review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube to help more people discover it! 📩 Want to master your money in 5 minutes or less each week? Join the Master Money Newsletter → Sign up here 🎧 Like this show? You'll love our other podcast: The Personal Finance Podcast 📲 Follow Andrew Giancola on Social Media: YouTube 🎥 Instagram 📸 TikTok 🎵 🔥 Thanks for tuning in! See you next episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 mins
  • Apple’s AI Gamble, China Trade Talks, and Warner Bros Breakup

    Apple’s AI Gamble, China Trade Talks, and Warner Bros Breakup
    Jun 9 2025
    In today’s episode, Apple gears up for WWDC 2025 with sky-high expectations to revive its AI reputation and share price. Meanwhile, U.S. and Chinese officials meet in London to ease trade tensions, but deep strategic rifts remain. Over in Hollywood, Warner Bros. Discovery is splitting into two public companies to refocus and appease frustrated shareholders. And finally, Disneyland celebrates 70 magical years—highlighting a massive $67 billion annual boost to the U.S. economy and previewing $30 billion in future park investments. 🚀 Loving the show? Leave a 5-star rating & review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube to help more people discover it! 📩 Want to master your money in 5 minutes or less each week? Join the Master Money Newsletter → Sign up here 🎧 Like this show? You'll love our other podcast: The Personal Finance Podcast 📲 Follow Andrew Giancola on Social Media: YouTube 🎥 Instagram 📸 TikTok 🎵 🔥 Thanks for tuning in! See you next episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    8 mins
  • 10 Mind-Blowing Stats That Prove You Should Stay Invested

    10 Mind-Blowing Stats That Prove You Should Stay Invested
    Jun 6 2025
    You’ve heard the advice a thousand times: stay invested. But today, I’m going to give you the cold, hard numbers that prove why. In this episode, we’re diving into 10 powerful market stats that will change how you think about investing forever. From the danger of missing just a few of the market’s best days… to the power of compounding over decades—these numbers speak louder than any opinion ever could. If you’ve ever felt tempted to pull your money out of the market or sit on the sidelines until “things feel safe,” this episode is for you. Let’s break down the data that every long-term investor needs to know. 🚀 Loving the show? Leave a 5-star rating & review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube to help more people discover it! 📩 Want to master your money in 5 minutes or less each week? Join the Master Money Newsletter → Sign up here 🎧 Like this show? You'll love our other podcast: The Personal Finance Podcast 📲 Follow Andrew Giancola on Social Media: YouTube 🎥 Instagram 📸 TikTok 🎵 🔥 Thanks for tuning in! See you next episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    8 mins
  • The History of Bull & Bear Markets in 7 Minutes

    The History of Bull & Bear Markets in 7 Minutes
    Jun 5 2025
    🚀 Loving the show? Leave a 5-star rating & review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube to help more people discover it! 📩 Want to master your money in 5 minutes or less each week? Join the Master Money Newsletter → Sign up here 🎧 Like this show? You'll love our other podcast: The Personal Finance Podcast 📲 Follow Andrew Giancola on Social Media: YouTube 🎥 Instagram 📸 TikTok 🎵 🔥 Thanks for tuning in! See you next episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    6 mins
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