Vol Stars

Episode Record Date - 6/30/2026This week's episode of Vol Stars was recorded in advance so that the gang could enjoy celebrating the United States' Independence Day! We went with a completely different format, but hope that you all will enjoy it! The first part has the gang looking at the contributions of the United States and what they hope to see in the future. The second part turns into...

Episode Record Date - 6/28/2026 This week we kick off talking about the latest Tech and AI pullback behavior we've seen in the market, as well as lending some discussion about a possible unexpected indicator - how solvent a company is and the state of their break rooms! We get into talking about the price of oil dropping below $70 a barrel, and what should or shouldn't be read into it. We...

Episode Record Date - 6/21/2026 THIS is the episode you've been waiting for! The episode kicks off first highlighting the latest out of Iran, whether the Strait of Hormuz is opened, what's going on with the peace agreement, and then what's exactly going on in Geneva! All of this to say, we've got another week of waiting and Kushner most definitely is going back to Geneva! The gang...

Episode Record Date - 6/14/2026 The gang is back, and they're ready to start this week off by talking about a possible agreement in Iran, and whether or not it's likely to proceed and what the broader implications of it will be on global financial markets! Next, they dive into the SpaceX IPO, and specifically why it may not yet be considered a success. For our "Sports Ball" fans,...

Episode Record Date - 6/7/2026 We start this week's episode off by getting into Trump and recent tariff discussion, and then got into Bitcoin, Crypto, and how there's certainly some overlap going on with AI! We then talked a lot about how AI may be finally starting to experience some pressure and what a possible bailout could mean! Our second part of the episode gets largely into audience...

Episode Record Date - 5/31/2026 Our episode this week kicks off with a great jingle about an upcoming tv show mentioned in today's title! We start off this episode first with the latest in Iran and what's going on with oil. We then get into what's going on with American consumers and what recent data has to say, before talking about the specific impact oil is expecting to have in the n...

Episode Record Date - 5/25/2026 With today's episode being recorded on Memorial Day, we wanted to start off our episode with an important message to honor those who have made the freedoms we have possible. Thank you. Today's episode largely picks up off of where we've been the past few weeks, looking into what's new in Iran, how oil prices are impacting markets, and of course we ne...

Episode Record Date - 5/17/2026 After last week's delay, we're back on track with episode 32, and shockingly we've got Ron in for the first few minutes! This week we heavily cover the latest in AI leading into NVidia's earnings this week, along with covering Electric Vehicles, and data reports this week. After the break, we start back with "Trading with Gammastrike", &quo...

Episode Record Date - 5/11/2026 In this week's episode, the gang starts off catching up on the latest in Iran, trying to learn about the Hanta virus, followed by getting into why there seems to be a disconnect between the market and recent data reports. We come back from the break and get into "Trading with Gammastrike", answer listener questions, and conclude with "Stupid Bets&...

Episode Record Date - 5/3/2026 Shorter episode this week, but still full of the usual fun with the gang covering the latest in Iran, earnings reports, and analysis into recent and upcoming financial data reports. The gang also bids farewell to chairman Powell and talks about what we may see with Warsh's transition. We then dive into Trading with Gammastrike, where this past week everyone did w...

Episode Record Date - 4/26/2026 We've got a real special episode here! Starting off we cover the latest updates in Iran, cover why the S&P and NASDAQ are at new all time highs again, then we get into "Earnings Season" with 5 of the Magnificent 7 stocks reporting in the upcoming week. Remember how I said this episode was special? JFresh has brought his fury and provides a special...

Episode Record Date - 4/19/2026 In this week's episode, we start off covering the latest in Iran and what's going on in the Strait of Hormuz, what we should expect out of peace talks, and how's all of this impacting oil and consumer goods. The gang then gets into the record highs we've seen in the S&P and NASDAQ and how that seems so disconnected, but why there's mechanics...

Episode Record Date - 4/14/2026 After our break last week, the gang is back! This week we start by covering the latest in Iran, with further focus on where the market is going as the situation unfolds, and the delicate balance with oil and other goods and commodities that are seeing impact. The gang also covers this week's calendar and earnings, before diving back into "Trading With Gamma...

Episode Record Date - 3/29/2026 Wow! A half a year of Vol Stars already! This episode kicks off with a recap on the latest news out of Iran and last week's dramatic sell offs. Of course we have to touch on AI and Meta's recent court case around addictive UI and what that might mean for the broader tech industry. The gang also gets into the much wider spread impact of sustained higher price...

Episode Record Date - 3/22/2026 Episode 25 starts off with covering the latest in Iran, and how it's sending ripples in the economy and causing wider spread concerns across stocks, bonds, and even gold! They then dive into the price of gas, and Elon Musk's recent announcement about TeraFab and the recent news about his recent legal troubles. Our second half covers the economic data from la...

Episode Record Date - 3/15/2026 Episode 24 starts us off discussing the latest updates in Iran, and how the US and global markets are reacting to anticipated supply crunches. The gang gets into a topic many listeners have asked about, which is the Japanese Yen Carry trade, as we're seeing the price of the Yen dropping, and pressure on Japan to act and what this would mean to the broader market. Th...

Episode Record Date - 3/8/2026 This week's episode has to start with the latest updates on the situation in Iran. We talk about the broader impact the shipping lane of the Straight of Hormuz being effectively shut down has on the broader economy through the increased volatility in the price of oil and what the current spike means for the broader economy. We dive into last week's concerning job num...

Episode Record Date - 3/1/2026 Kicking things off this week, we have to first start with talking about the recent news in Iran and what that means for the market. We then get into the recent decline seen in the S&P as well as NASDAQ and broader market health. We also dig into Jamie Dimon's recent commentary on AI. We also visit audience questions and touch on some from last week's epis...

Episode Record Date - 2/22/2026 This week the gang explores the current state of the markets, focusing on recent tariff updates and their implications for consumers and trade. They dig into the impact of tariffs on the economy, consumer prices, and the stock market, as well as the role of the Federal Reserve in managing inflation. They also touch on recent geopolitical tensions, particularly with...

Episode Record Date - 2/16/2026 We're back in our 20th episode this time discussing recent volatility in the tech industry, talking about gold and silver, as well as broader international monetary policy and flow discussion too and the impacts to the markets. We also dive into some great audience questions and we return to Dork's Chili recipe and figure out just how offensive chili can be!...

Episode Record Date - 2/9/2026 In this episode, we discuss the intersection of AI and various sectors, including medicine, finance, and technology. Looking into the implications of Google's recent debt issuance, the volatility in tech stocks, and the perception of AI in advertising. The conversation also touches on the potential impacts of a government shutdown on aviation, the state of precio...

Episode Record Date - 2/1/2026 In this episode, Gherk, JFresh, and Dork discuss a variety of topics ranging from personal anecdotes to current market dynamics, including oil prices, geopolitical tensions, and economic indicators. They delve into the implications of recent commodity price movements and the ongoing government shutdown, while also previewing upcoming earnings reports and their potent...

This week's episode covers a lot, between providing further coverage on geopolitical tensions and a likely additional US shutdown, there's plenty to talk about. The team also gets into the Japanese Yen Carry Trade and how that relates to the broader market (make sure to check out Gherk's X post linked below for more insights as well). Finally, they cover this week's earnings and so...

This week's episode focuses on the NASDAQ's recent performance and the implications of political events on market volatility. Gherk, JFresh, and Dork get into the potential impact of tariffs on European allies and broader implications for global trade, especially in light of the ongoing tensions between the U.S. and various countries. The hosts also explore the dynamics of the banking sect...

In this episode, the Gherk, JFresh and Dork dive into the intricate world of geopolitics and its impact on global markets. From the tensions between Trump and the Federal Reserve to the implications of tariffs and the independence of the Fed, the discussion hits on things from many angles. Check us out on Reddit:https://reddit.com/r/volstars