What your bank doesn't tell you

This week, Luba and Tonia join Giorgio Toledo from MCD Education for a candid conversation with Kristen Kelly and Jennifer Saabach, the brains behind  The Wall Street Skinny . Together, they dive into breaking into finance, navigating career pivots, and making financial education relatable and accessible. Kristen and Jennifer share practical advice for students, young investors, and future finance...

In this episode of What Your Bank Doesn’t Tell You , UMushroom Co-Founder Tonia Zimmermann sits down with Ralf Oberbanscheidt , Head of Thematic Investing at Robeco , to uncover the real power behind thematic investing — and what it means for investors today. 💡 Discover: How thematic investing evolved over the past 20 years Why sustainability and circular economy are shaping the next investment f...

In this episode, UMushroom co-founders Luba Schoenig and Tonia Zimmermann uncover the hidden financial systems that fund modern conflicts — and reveal how each of us is connected to them. War isn’t just fought on the ground. It’s financed. From governments and defense contractors to everyday taxpayers, money fuels every stage of conflict — and understanding where it flows is the first step toward...

🎙️ What Your Bank Doesn’t Tell You – Episode: From Competition to Career In this episode, Luba and Giorgio from MCD Capital sit down with Aaron Bird and Leo Asmar, winners of the UK Investment Competition 2024, to share how a student challenge turned into a career-defining opportunity. Aaron and Leo talk about: 🏆 How they won the national competition against top universities 💼 Their internship e...

🎙️ Alumni Insights: Igor & Alexandros on the Swiss Student Investment Challenge In this episode, Luba sits down with two of our challenge alumni and winners – Igor and Alexandros. They share their personal journeys, what motivated them to join the Swiss Student Investment Challenge, and the lessons they learned along the way. 👉 You’ll hear about: Why they decided to take part in the challenge...

Guest: Paul Jackson, Global Head of Asset Allocation Research at InvescoIn this episode, we dive deep into today’s global market dynamics with one of the top minds in asset allocation. Paul Jackson shares his insights on how macroeconomic developments—from geopolitical tensions to US rate cuts—are shaping the performance of various asset classes. 💡 Whether you're wondering where fixed income...

Join our co-founder Luba Schönig in this eye-opening conversation with Dan Dickson, CEO of Endeavour Silver , a leading Canadian silver mining company. In this episode, we explore: 🔹 Why silver is one of the most misunderstood and undervalued assets 🔹 The global supply-demand imbalance and what it means for investors 🔹 Endeavour Silver’s expansion in Mexico and Peru 🔹 How silver prices influen...

What an exciting 8 weeks it’s been! In this episode, we take a look back at the UMUshroom Investment Challenge – reflecting on why the market timing couldn’t have been better for risk-free practice, and highlighting standout participants and some truly interesting portfolios. The UMUshroom Investment Challenge may be coming to an end – but that doesn’t mean your investment journey has to! We’ve go...

Whether it's tariffs, trade deficits, or the role of the US dollar – in this episode, we dive deep into the world of international trade relations. What’s behind Trump’s tariff policies? What exactly are tariffs – and who really ends up footing the bill? 📲 Follow us on social media for more investing tips! 🔹 Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/umushroom_com/⁠   🔹 LinkedIn: ⁠www.linkedin.com/compa...

💡 Want to start investing but don’t know where to begin? In this episode, we sit down with Nima Pouyan from Invesco , one of the world’s leading ETF providers, to break down everything you need to know about ETF investing .   We discuss: ✅ What ETFs are and how they work ✅ The difference between active funds vs. ETFs ✅ How to build a solid ETF portfolio (Core-Satellite strategy) ✅ Future tren...

In this episode, we have a special announcement for you: The UMushroom Investment Challenge 2025 is here! 🎉 Why should you join? Learn how to invest in a fun, risk-free environment! Build your own simulated portfolio with real market data. Win amazing prizes worth over CHF 12,000 ! 🏆 1st Prize: A 1-year lease for a Stromer E-Bike (45 km/h) – sponsored by AMAG Leasing ! 📈 More prizes: 10 Neon po...

In the latest episode ofWhat Your Bank Doesn’t Tell You, we sit down with David Suda, CEO of Green Bridge Metals, to uncover the hidden world of physical commodities and their impact on the financial markets. While many investors focus on “paper commodities” like stocks and futures, David sheds light on the tangible resources—copper, nickel, and uranium—that power our economy and the green energy...

Welcome back to "What Your Bank Doesn't Tell You" and the fourth episode of CryptoCompakt! Your podcast for everything crypto-related—clear, concise, and easy to understand. The past few days have been wild: The SEC is launching a new crypto task force, Trump is releasing his own meme coin , Binance is under pressure in France, and the Czech central bank might invest billions in Bitc...

In the latest episode of What Your Bank Doesn’t Tell You, our founders, Tonia Zimmermann and Luba Schönig, dive into one of the biggest challenges investors face: fear of investing. Even experienced financial professionals aren’t immune to hesitation and emotional decision-making when it comes to their own money. We explore: Why even seasoned experts experience investment anxiety The psychology be...

Welcome back to "What Your Bank Doesn't Tell You" and the third episode of CryptoCompakt! Your podcast for everything crypto-related—clear, concise, and easy to understand. In this episode, we’ll cover how to buy your first cryptocurrency safely and stress-free. Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode: Why cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum might be worth exploring How to pr...

Welcome to the latest episode of CryptoCompact on What Your Bank Doesn’t Tell You! This week, we dive into the most thrilling developments in the crypto space since our last update. From the SEC’s approval of groundbreaking Bitcoin-Ethereum hybrid ETFs launching in January to Europe’s MiCA regulations setting new standards for crypto oversight, the crypto world is buzzing. We’ll also explore Deuts...

In the latest episode of "What Your Bank Doesn’t Tell You" our founders, Tonia Zimmermann and Luba Schönig, had a conversation about the big market outlook for 2025 and reflected on the key events of 2024. From Europe’s economic challenges to the rise of tech powerhouses in Asia, and the growing concern over global credit risk, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to navigate the comin...

Welcome to the debut episode of CryptoCompakt on What Your Bank Doesn’t Tell You! This week, we explore the most exciting developments in the crypto world from the past two weeks. From Bitcoin’s historic leap past $100,000 to Donald Trump’s nomination of Paul Atkins as SEC chairman and its potential impact on crypto regulation, there’s no shortage of big news. We’ll also cover Michael Saylor’s Bit...

In the latest episode of "What Your Bank Doesn’t Tell You," we dive deep into the world of ETFs with Nima Pouyan from Invesco. ETFs are often praised for their simplicity, cost-efficiency, and ability to diversify portfolios. But are they truly as diversified as they seem? We explore: How ETFs work and their role in modern investing. The latest trends, including Core-Satellite strategies, Active E...

In the latest episode of What Your Bank Doesn’t Tell You, we dive into the world of financial education for children with special guest Cecile Biccari, author of the children's book Your Money and the World . This beautifully illustrated comic introduces young readers to essential financial concepts through the adventures of Kiko, a clever mouse who calls herself an expert in "treasury management,...

In this episode of What Your Bank Doesn’t Tell You, we explore how the 2024 US Election could reshape the American and global economy, with in-depth insights from Professor Thorsten Hens, a financial economics expert from the University of Zurich. Discover the contrasting economic policies of the candidates, their potential impact on trade wars, tariffs, sector growth, and investment trends. Discl...

In this episode, we chat with Aurelio Perruca , CEO and Co-Founder of Splint Invest , about how their innovative app is opening the door to alternative investments in luxury assets like watches , whiskey casks , art , and more. Discover how Splint Invest is democratizing access to these once-exclusive markets through fractional ownership , allowing you to invest with as little as €50 . Aurelio sha...

In this episode, we chat with Alyssa Cornuz, a portfolio manager from Robeco with a unique focus on the intersection of healthy living and sustainable investing. Alyssa shares how individual lifestyle choices, corporate responsibility, and government intervention all play a role in promoting health and well-being. We explore her approach to investing in companies that prioritize preventative healt...

The Stock Market Crash 2024 In early August 2024, several significant financial developments occurred: U.S. debt has surpassed the $35 trillion mark, economic data has fallen short of expectations, and the tech sector was already under pressure. As a result, the market has priced in quicker interest rate hikes than those communicated by the Federal Reserve. Additionally, there was the interest rat...

Welcome to the latest episode of "What Your Bank Doesn’t Tell You"! Today, we dive deep into the second round of the European Elections 2024, focusing on France and the UK. Learn about the political and economic challenges facing these two major economies and discover how these changes impact the markets. Tune in for our insightful analysis and in-depth perspectives! Follow us on social...