Wall Street Millennial
Episodes
China's Accelerating Real Estate Crisis
27 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we examine China's growing real estate problem, including a recent scam that targeted ordinary citizens.
The Rise and Fall of Citi
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Citi is one of the most recognized banks in the world. In this video, we examine how the bank lost its luster.
The Shady $500B Hong Kong Meme Stock
20 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we go over what caused this obscure Hong Kong stock to skyrocket to a nearly $500 billion valuation.
El Salvador's Failed Bitcoin Experiment
17 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we examine El Salvador's failed Bitcoin experiment, and its consequences to the Salvadoran people.
Nikola: How It Survived, and If It Can Keep Surviving
14 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nikola was one of the original heavyweights of the SPAC and EV/Hydrogen craze. Now, years after it's controversy troubles began, what are the company'...
The $7 Billion Covid Scam
11 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we examine the multi-billion dollar scandal perpetrated by portfolio managers at Allianz, the world's most prestigious insurance compa...
Insider Trading and Coinbase's Securities Regulation Woes
06 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Coinbase and one of its employees are facing legal troubles over a crypto insider trading case. But the implication of the case extend far beyond just...
The Consequences of Doubting ESG Conventions
04 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
ESG is one of the hottest investment trends of the past several years. But does it make sense to make ESG part of your investing strategy?
How China "Solved" The Evergrande Crisis
31 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Half a year later, here's what's happened with Chinese real estate developer Evergrande.
Why Twitter Needs The Elon Musk Deal More Than Musk Wants Out
28 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Twitter is in a legal battle to force Musk to complete the deal. In this episode, we discuss why Twitter needs the deal to go through.
The Potential Outcomes of the Musk/Twitter Deal
26 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we examine the potential outcomes of Twitter's conflict with Elon Musk over completing the buyout.
The SPAC Disaster from the Designer of the Apple Store
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we examine one of the most spectacular SPAC failures: Enjoy Technology.
The LME's Controversial Pro-Short Seller Trading Halt And Reversal
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The LME controversially reversed billions of dollars worth of nickel commodity trades earlier this year. In this episode, we examine why they did it, ...
The Epic Comeback of Tesla Short Sellers
15 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tesla short sellers have been ridiculed for their losses for the past five years, but have finally been vindicated in 2022. In this episode we examine...
Samsung's Bribery Scandal and South Korea's Presidential Corruption Problem
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we examine Samsung's insane scandal involving bribery and jailtime for South Korea's president.
The Pandemic Roundtrip - Dillards
06 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we cover the Pandemic Roundtrip story behind Dillards, the 100 year old high end retail chain.
The Dramatic Downfall of an $18 Billion Crypto Hedge Fund
01 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
3 Arrows Capital, a massive Crypto focused hedge fund, has been decimated by the crypto selloff. In this episode, we examine how it all happened.
How The Market Took Down Another Massive Crypto Platform
26 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Celsius is just the latest crypto platform to get burned by the crypto selloff. Here's what happened and what it means for the future of the crypto ma...
Softbank's Disastrous Turn of Fate
22 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Softbank has earned a reputation as being one of the preeminent technology venture capitalist firms in the world. But things haven't going so well for...
Greensill Capital: Europe's Enron
19 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Greensill Capital was Europe's proudest fintech company until it declared bankruptcy under suspicious circumstances last year. In this episode, we rec...
Jim Cramer's Billion Dollar Tech Unicorn
15 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're going back in the history books to look back at one of Jim Cramer's projects from decades ago. Although Cramer has become an enormous succ...
Sri Lanka's Ongoing Economic Disaster
12 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we examine why Sri Lanka has found itself in such a hard position since the beginning of 2022.
Jamie Dimon's Economic "Hurricane" Warning
09 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jamie Dimon recently described America's economic situation as a "hurricane." In this episode, we examine why he's so concerned about our economic pro...
The Troubled History of Credit Suisse
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Credit Suisse, one of the world's premier investment banks, has had a string of embarrassing and costly blunders. In this video, we go over the Swiss ...
The Crazy, Tragic Story of John McAfee
03 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
John McAfee, the father of cybersecurity, didn't exactly live the typical billionaire tech founder life. In this episode we recount his colorful life ...
The Surge in Oil Prices, and What History Can Tell Us
31 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Soaring oil and gas prices have hurt everyday consumers around the world since the beginning of 2022. In this episode, we discuss the economics behind...
Twitter's Fake Accounts Problem
24 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Elon Musk is putting his Twitter buyout in doubt by calling into question Twitter's claims about their fake accounts. In this episode, we examine what...
Melvin Capital is Closing For Good
22 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Melvin Capital lost billions of dollars in the 2021 GameStop short squeeze. Now, it's fallen-star fund manager is closing down the firm for good.
How Wall Street's Elites Lost Billions on Luna Coin
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Luna Coin has been exposed as a $60 failed crypto project. In this episode, we discuss how some of the world's most sophisticated investors and algori...
Why PayPal's Stock Bled Out 75%
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
PayPal, one of the greatest tech stories of the past decade, has now lost three quarters of its market value. In this episode, we explain why, and wha...
How Fast Fashion and Buy Not Pay Later Extract Billions From Ordinary People
15 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Fast Fashion industry has been generating huge profits in recent years. In this episode we examine why it, in conjunction with Buy Now Pay Later, ...
Stagflation: The Risks and Reality of Today's Economy
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Stagflation is the word everyone is using to describe the era that we could be heading into. In this episode, we explore the fundamentals to see how l...
How A $100 Billion Hedge Fund Gambled Itself to Nearly 50% Losses
09 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chase Coleman's legendary hedge fund, Tiger Global, has lost almost half of its value over the first part of 2022. In this episode, we explain what ha...
How Gaia Makes Billions Off Conspiracy Theories
08 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Conspiracy theories and other unscientific media is big business. In this episode we explore the story of Gaia, one of the most successful beneficiari...
Putin's Weaponization of Energy
06 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we examine Putin's weaponization of Europe's energy supply, and what the consequences coule be for everyday households.
CNN+, the Biggest Disaster in the Streaming Frenzy
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After less than one month in operation, CNN's subscription service, CNN+, is history. In this episode we dive deep into what made it such an embarrass...
Bill Hwang's Archegos Rampage: What the Authorities Say
02 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One year after the epic Archegos implosion, the results of an official investigation are out. In this episode we take a deep dive into Bill Hwang's ra...
Elon Musk's Conflict with Tesla's Original Founders
28 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Elon Musk is famous for making Tesla the most valuable automobile company in the world. But he technically is not the founder, and doesn't get along w...
Twitter's Board's Worst Nightmare - Members of Congress Take Aim
24 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we detail the letter Twitter's board received from 18 Members of Congress about Elon Musk's takeover bid, as well as Twitter's history...
The End of Globalization
22 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss the Russia invasion's implications for economic globalization.
Twitter's "Poison Pill" and Elon Musk's Potential Impact on the Company
18 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we explain what Twitter's "Poison Pill" is, and what Elon Musk's take-private bid might mean for the company.
The Most Embarrassing Trading Loss in Wall Street Banking History
15 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss the most embarrassing and costly trading loss in Wall Street banking history - JP Morgan's $6.2B CIO disaster.
The Weaponization of the Dollar
11 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss the weaponization of the US Dollar since Russia's invasion of Ukraine began.
The Economic Impact of Ukraine's Stunning Resistance
09 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ukraine has stalled the Russian invasion with an incredible show of strength. The consequences to Russia's economy will be dire.
The Booming Business Of Guns For Hire
06 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Private mercenaries are a booming business. In this episode we examine what role they play in the modern world.
What the Data Says about "Technical Analysis"
02 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Technical analysis is widely practiced among active traders. In this episode, we investigate what the data says about whether or not it works.
Barclays' $600M VIX ETN Disaster
31 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Barclays recently lost $600M due to an apparent operational oversight related to their VXX exchange traded note. In this episode we discuss how such a...
Russia's Economic Consequences from the Ukraine Invasion, and Putin's Measures to Combat Them
28 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Russia's economic costs from the Ukraine invasion have proven severe. We examine the measures Russia is using to counter these pressures, and how well...
Zoom's Covid-Era Rise and Fall
25 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Zoom Communications is perhaps the most iconic of all the pandemic-era tech stocks. After losing 80% of its value in 2021 with the rest of the pandemi...
The $11B WorldCom Scandal
25 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
WorldCom was a $180B company at its peak that dominated the American telecommunications industry. But after a massive financial scandal, the company w...
The Rise and Fall of Affirm
25 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Affirm is a pioneer in the so-called Buy-Now Pay-Later industry. With the backdrop of intense Wall Street hype around this new industry, Affirm's busi...
Chamath Palihapitiya's Legacy as the SPAC Godfather
25 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chamath Palihapitiya is most famous for starting the SPAC frenzy of 2020 and 2021. In this episode we examine each of his four SPACs, and how they are...
What Hedge Fund Billionaires Do During Market Corrections
25 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Emotions sometimes get the better of investors when losses are steep. How do billionaire investors deal with painful corrections in the market?
Tesla's Future Robo-Taxi Network
25 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tesla has a market cap that far exceeds that of any other car manufacturer. Can their plans for a robo-taxi network help them grow into their valuatio...
China's Crackdown on the Lucrative Macau Gambling Industry
25 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Macau's gambling economy has never aligned with Chinese President Xi Jinping's Common Prosperity agenda. In recent months, Xi has stepped up his battl...