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Volkswagen CEO says building EV batteries in Europe 'practically unviable' due to soaring energy costs https://news.yahoo.com/volkswagen-ceo-says-building-ev-023811857.html Submit a question for The New Next Connect with Matt on LinkedIn Connect with Mike on LinkedIn

The young leaders of Europe have called for increased security independence from the US in recent years. We agree, a strong and independent Europe is great for the world. Ukraine war shows Europe too reliant on U.S., Finland PM says https://www.reuters.com/world/ukraine-war-shows-europe-too-reliant-us-finland-pm-says-2022-12-02/   Submit a question for The New Next Connect with Matt on LinkedIn Co...

The European energy crisis has brought about some interesting situations including Switzerland openly discussing the potential banning of Electric Vehicle use if the grid is stretched. We discuss how selling the idea of electric vehicles is easier than ensuring the grid is ready. Referenced article: Switzerland Considers Electric Vehicle Ban To Avoid Blackouts https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-Ne...

When crude oil caps were originally proposed, Matt predicted this would accelerate the building of an additional transport market as well has a limited effect on Russia's sale of crude, and the price it may obtain. Well, with the caps are here and insurance bans in effect, Russia has drammatically increased their ocean oil transport fleet. Matt discusses the type of oil transport ships Russia is p...

We discuss with Software engineer, investor, and startup veteran Joel Stimson the life of being a Software Engineer in a startup. #engineering #copyai #thenewnextpodcast Submit a question for The New Next Connect with Matt on LinkedIn Connect with Mike on LinkedIn

We discuss the US Rail Strike that was "resolved" with Congressional action and what sort of impact a rail strike would have on the US economy. We also compare this to another rail strike in history. Submit a question for The New Next Connect with Matt on LinkedIn Connect with Mike on LinkedIn

When the new artificial intelligence tools of the now develop content based on a few key words from the user, who owns the IP, the user or the AI? We discuss with Software Engineer and Investor Joel Stimson. Submit a question for The New Next Connect with Matt on LinkedIn Connect with Mike on LinkedIn

The US and its allies discuss publically escillating their role in the Ukraine-Russia War. The US has previously held back sending weapons that could reach Russia but the Latvian Foreign Minister at a NATO meeting in Bucharest, Romania said Ukraine should be free to hit military targets in Russia. The US also considers drammatically expanding training of Ukraine Military forces. Sources discussed:...

The US tests a new weapons system on the border with Russia. “It puts this thing within range of Russia. We are intentionally trying to be provocative without being escalatory,” Special Operations Command Europe’s Lt. Col. Lawrence Melnicoff told Stars and Stripes ahead of Wednesday’s launch. “We’re trying to deter Russian aggression, expansionist behavior, by showing enhanced capabilities of the...

In a previous episode, we discussed the explosion of the Freeport LNG export facility and fall of natural gas prices in the US with less LNG being exported. Freeport has announced that the plant is coming online. We discuss how the shifting LNG market is affecting prices globally. Submit a question for The New Next Connect with Matt on LinkedIn Connect with Mike on LinkedIn

We discuss why startups are waiting longer to IPO versus the 90s and early-2000s including discussions around financial innovation, technology, and fundraising strategy. We are joined by Software Engineer and Investor Joel Stimson. #startups #ipo #thenewnextpodcast  Submit a question for The New Next Connect with Matt on LinkedIn Connect with Mike on LinkedIn

Framed around the rumors with Apple and Disney, we discuss why large corporations choose to acquire companies or enter into strategic partnerships versus developing creative in-house channels. We are joined by Software Engineer and Investor Joel Stimson. Submit a question for The New Next Connect with Matt on LinkedIn Connect with Mike on LinkedIn

In the first of many episodes with our guest, Software Engineer and Investor Joel Stimson, we discuss a potential Apple-Disney merger and the strategic considerations that make it a potentially attractive option for both companies.  Submit a question for The New Next Connect with Matt on LinkedIn Connect with Mike on LinkedIn

We follow up on the Nordstream pipeline mystery to discuss new intelligence as well as a new report outlining the damage and potential guilty parties. -------------- Submit a question for The New Next: https://www.matthewadjensen.com/podcast Connect with Matt on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewadjensen Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-mcvey-308aa3260

Twitter has recently experienced mass layoffs, we talk about the effect of these layoffs both on the economics and the technical aspects of the business. We also discuss some of our prior predictions for the strategy post merger and how those have turned out. Prior Twitter Discussions: Elon Musk's Purchase of Twitter - Full Discussion Update - Elon Taking Twitter Private -------------- Submit a qu...

The quick move the Federal Reserve had taken to increase rates has led to a sharp decline in housing activity across the US. The effects are disproportionally felt by different groups within the housing system. We discuss the winners and losers and the factors in the housing market that make this time a different environment than 2008. -------------- Submit a question for The New Next: https://www...

Matt and Mike reflect and debate Matt's incorrect prediction that Trump would announce a new party and not a run for 2024. Link to Prediction Episode -------------- Submit a question for The New Next: https://www.matthewadjensen.com/podcast Connect with Matt on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewadjensen Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-mcvey-308aa326

Matt and Mike discuss the fallout from the failure of FTX, from missing money, to stain on the industry, to overlooked signs. We discuss what happened, what the effect will be, and the functional uses of blockchain. -------------- Submit a question for The New Next: https://www.matthewadjensen.com/podcast Connect with Matt on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewadjensen Connect with Mike...

Uber and taxi drivers are master communicators, having the ability to practice with 1000s of random individuals per year. That why Matt always tries to strike up conversations with them. Matt shares a recent amazing conversation about a drivers greatest moment over the past few years driving. -------------- Submit a question for The New Next: https://www.matthewadjensen.com/podcast Connect with Ma...

We flash back to one of our favorite discussions in early August. Transitioning from oil and natural gas to renewable energy results in a lot of potential financial issues for cities, states and municipalities. Matt and Mike discuss how hydrocarbon production pays to run cities, for schools, for hospitals and cannot be replaced by renewable energy production that often has incentives limiting tax...

As Elon Musk has taken the reins of Twitter and total chaos has ensued, we flashback to an episode recorded in late April discussing why Twitter's board was forced to accept the deal. Why the Twitter board had to approve the Musk deal - board fiduciary duties and liability Founder stock structures to maintain control when public Submit a question for The New Next: https://www.matthewadjensen.com/p...

Matt and Mike discuss the financial philosophy behind Robert T. Kiyosaki and Sharon Lechter's Rich Dad Poor Dad. -------------- Submit a question for The New Next: https://www.matthewadjensen.com/podcast Connect with Matt on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewadjensen Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-mcvey-308aa326

Matt discusses his prediction that on November 15th, Trump will make a big announcement that he is forming a new party with MAGA aligned politicians. This prediction based on Trump making a rational choice to consolidate power based on an understanding of history and current dynamics. -------------- Submit a question for The New Next: https://www.matthewadjensen.com/podcast Connect with Matt on Li...

Matt talks about the different economics between people intending on using it as a primary residence versus investment buyers for long-term or short-term rentals. Matt also discusses factors driving the US housing supply and the undersupply of single family homes. -------------- Submit a question for The New Next: https://www.matthewadjensen.com/podcast Connect with Matt on LinkedIn: https://www.l...

Matt discusses why he reads financial news and that the typical motive of delivering financial value cuts out a lot of the BS. We also talk about generational theory. -------------- Submit a question for The New Next: https://www.matthewadjensen.com/podcast Connect with Matt on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewadjensen Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-mcv...