Brookside Research

Speaking Of

Business EN ↓ 18 episodes

Speaking Of is a podcast by Brookside Research that digs into the connections between companies, market sectors, and the global economy. Hosted by Alec Foege, a former journalist turned investigative researcher, and Jonathan Blum, an author and data storyteller, the show blends worldly curiosity with real-time investment analysis, uncovering the stories behind everyday products and services that shape our future. Tune in to discover the undiscovered. 

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Brookside Research

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Business

Podcast website

www.brooksideresearch.com

Latest episode

Mar 25, 2026

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Episodes

The Spotify Effect Devours AI: (NYSE: SPOT) 25.03.2026

A.I. anxieties overlook decades of excellent sales and margin data, especially from the music industry. Streaming giant Spotify makes it crystal clear the challenges that are ahead.

Game of Drones: Archer Aviation (ACHR) 23.01.2026

In this episode, we take a deep dive into Archer Aviation and the electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) market.

Putting the “Value” Back in EV: General Motors (NYSE: GM) 23.10.2025

The value of the American auto giant soared on improved tariff agreements, better profits from traditional SUVs, and the rollback of low-margin EV production. We discuss the hidden long-term opportunities for electric vehicles.

Unfriendly Skies UPSIDE: Ducommun (DCO) 17.08.2025

Worries over aviation safety overlook a growing shortage in the spare parts needed to keep aging wide-body jets in service. One of California’s oldest companies, Ducommun (DCO), stands to benefit handsomely.

The Great Google Short 21.05.2025

In this episode, we discuss the rise of Google’s competitors and the potential for a succession battle for CEO.

U.S. Natural Gas Exports Smoke BP 03.04.2025

In this episode, we take a closer look at natural gas, as BP and its rivals scale back plans to invest in green energy.

Tariffs, Medieval Venice, and a Well-Positioned Spanish Power Utility 10.03.2025

In this episode, we take a closer look at tariffs, medieval Venice, and the Spanish power utility Iberdrola.

e-Therapeutics Healthy at Consumer Electronics Show: Abbott Labs (ABT) 24.01.2025

In this episode, we discuss the recent Consumer Electronics Show and so-called “e-Therapautics,” that seem to threaten both pharmaceutical companies and health care practitioners.

Energy Market, Electrical Demand, and the Role of Nuclear Energy 06.11.2024

In this episode, we explore the energy market, electrical demand, and the role of nuclear energy.

Sustainability 03.10.2024

In this episode, we discuss sustainability, new green steel processes, and the need for renewable energy.

Crafty AI, eBay of Value & CVS Reboot 19.06.2024

In this episode, we discuss large language models that are probably degrading answers; how once-crusty online marketplace eBay is seeing new life; and how CVS Health might emerge as the major player on a restructured health industry. We also touch on the upside in the insurance during hurricane season.

Re-Valued Investing, Freemium AI & Dangerous Minerals 02.02.2024

In this episode, we discuss value investing, artificial intelligence, and mining for critical minerals in electric vehicle batteries.

Commercial Pilots, Peak Amazon, and SEC vs. Cryptocurrency 07.12.2023

In this episode we discuss commercial pilots, peak Amazon and SEC v. cryptocurrency.

Global Recession, the Coatings Industry, and TechTarget 28.09.2023

In this episode we discuss a global recession, the coatings industry and TechTarget.

Riots in France, Semi-Private Air Travel, and Microsoft AI 19.07.2023

In this episode we discuss the riots in France, semi-private air travel and Microsoft AI.

Inflation, Commercial Real Estate Vacancies, and the Rise of AI 07.06.2023

In this episode we discuss inflation, vacancy rates in commercial real estate and artificial intelligence.

Graphite, China, and Global Economy: Plus, Commercial Real Estate & Elon Musk 17.03.2023

In this episode we discuss graphite and how critical minerals relate to China and the global economy. Finally, we discuss vacancy rates in commercial real estate and Elon Musk.

Inaugural Episode: DOD, Musk’s Impact, and the Future of Open-Source Intelligence 22.02.2023

In this our, inaugural episode, we discuss topics for the news section of our website, including DODs strategic interest in graphite; we move on to Twitter, Tesla, and Elon Musk. Finally, we discuss the ramifications of open-source intelligence technology.

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