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Group Chat

961 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 1.4K ratings

This is a show where friends – hilarious, opinionated friends who happen to be successful entrepreneurs, investors & operators – comment on all things business, culture, current events and whatever the hell else they want to talk about. From Kanye to Kavanaugh, IPOs to DUIs, no topic is off-limits…as long as hosts Chris “Drama” Pfaff, Dee Murthy and Anand Murthy have something to say about it. In a world of fake news, poor judgment, and overall bad decision-making, we’re here to give you the facts…or at least, the facts as we see them. @drama @deemurthy @anandmurthy

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Sunday Scaries | Group Chat News Ep. 772

May 22, 2023 06:45 - 1 hour - 98.5 MB

Tonight, Drama, Dee, and Anand discuss a wide range of topics. On this week's episode, the hosts dissect the digital world's latest clash, as Instagram launches its daring challenge to Twitter's dominance. But that's not all; the trio delves into the world of sports and the controversial Haney vs. Lomachenko fight. The hosts don't shy away from discussing the dark side of influence either, as they explore the enigmatic figure of Jeffrey Epstein. Join them as they untangle the web of power, c...

Tuck It In! | Group Chat News Ep. 771

May 18, 2023 02:45 - 1 hour - 107 MB

Today, Drama, Dee, and Anand discuss Drama's Golf Ratings, LA Restaurant Horses, and the shocking revelation of Tech Executive Bob Lee's secret life. They also delve into the recent decrease in Americans' spending on home improvements, the impressive performance of Wynn Resorts in Las Vegas and Macau, and the surprising news about Fashion Giant Shein raising $2 billion but lowering its valuation by a third. Tune in for these intriguing discussions and this week's Winners, Losers, and Content...

Carbonation Talk | Group Chat News Ep. 770

May 15, 2023 06:40 - 1 hour - 119 MB

Tonight, Drama, Dee, Anand, and Eric have some Sunday night Bubble Talk. Timeline of What Was Discussed: Drama is the Anthony Bourdain of golf. (3:33)  Anand’s San Francisco whirlwind trip. (19:14)  There’s a situation brewing in Dee’s neighborhood. (25:09)  Celebrity clout. (33:33)  Lil Wayne is a ‘lil’ late. (39:50)  American entitlement. (47:00)  How the writer’s strike will be a complete disaster for LA. (1:04:31)  Update on Group Chat Merch, and working harder not smarter. (1:...

King Bronny | Group Chat News Ep. 769

May 11, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 88.8 MB

Today, Drama and Anand discuss a variety of topics from the worlds of media, finance, and entertainment. They start by looking at Tucker Carlson's move to Twitter after being fired from Fox News. They then turn their attention to the latest CPI report, which shows inflation easing in April but remaining stubbornly high. The historic writers' strike and what it means for everyone, not just Hollywood, is also up for discussion. Additionally, they recap everything Warren Buffett and Charlie Mun...

Dumbest Person You've Never Met | Group Chat News Ep. 768

May 08, 2023 06:45 - 1 hour - 109 MB

Tonight, Drama, Dee, and Anand discuss.... no news. Timeline of What Was Discussed: Ari’s parting gift. (3:14)  Don’t f*** with the Zuck. (6:10)  Dee on ‘This Week in Startups’. (14:06)  Debating the “Pharma Complex.” (19:20)  Questioning vaccine efficacy and COVID mandates. (34:59)  Getting bullied by a reality star and being let down by leadership. (58:19)  Kathy Questions. (1:09:57)  Related Links/Products Mentioned  Mark Zuckerberg wins medals at Brazilian Jiu Jitsu tournament...

Fed is Out to Lunch | Group Chat News Ep. 767

May 04, 2023 03:05 - 1 hour - 97.4 MB

Today, Drama, Dee, and Anand discuss the latest moves by the Federal Reserve, as they raise rates and signal a potential pause. They also delve into Apple's new high-yield savings account, which reportedly attracted $1 billion in deposits in just four days, and the troubling news that Bud Light sales are down 26 percent compared to a year ago. Additionally, they cover lawmakers urging the SEC to crack down on Chinese retail giant Shein over alleged forced labor and an app promising to let yo...

Who Tells You the Truth? | Group Chat News Ep. 766

May 01, 2023 08:20 - 1 hour - 124 MB

Tonight, Drama, Dee, Anand, and Koreen discuss some of the latest business news. They start with Alphabet's (GOOGL) Q1 earnings report for 2023 and what it means for the tech giant. They then move on to Meta shares, which have popped 14%, reaching a 52-week high on guidance and sales increase. Next up is Amazon's impressive 16% cloud revenue growth, despite a narrowing margin. The group also talks about OpenAI closing a $300M share sale at a valuation of $27B-29B. Finally, they discuss the F...

Who Showed Up? | Group Chat News Ep. 765

April 27, 2023 03:30 - 1 hour - 84.3 MB

Today, Drama, Dee, and Anand discuss the recent downfall of Tucker Carlson at Fox News after his vulgar and offensive messages about colleagues were revealed. They also dive into the transformation of Don Lemon from CNN’s brightest star to a controversial figure. The trio examines the current situation of Bud Light’s falling sales and distributors' continued support for the brand. They also explore the complicated problem with no easy solution faced by First Republic Bank. Finally, the hosts...

Frank's Scared of the Ocean | Group Chat News Ep. 764

April 24, 2023 06:30 - 1 hour - 117 MB

Tonight, Drama, Dee, and Anand discuss a wide range of topics. First up, they talk about boxing and the latest news in the sport. Then, they move on to Frank Ocean's Coachella performance and the Fear of God show. They also discuss the recent SpaceX Starship explosion and the rumors that it was deliberate. Finally, they explore the controversy surrounding the Bud Light marketing VP taking a leave of absence and who will be held accountable for it. Tune in to hear their insightful and enterta...

Zuck's Buying Coffee | Group Chat News Ep. 763

April 20, 2023 03:30 - 1 hour - 98.8 MB

Today, Drama and Anand discuss some of the biggest news in tech and finance. They start with the possibility of @coinbase moving out of the U.S., as reported by CoinDesk on Twitter. They also talk about Apple's recent launch of its savings account, offering an impressive 4.15% interest rate, as well as its expansion into India with the opening of its first retail store. They also touch on Facebook's settlement money for anyone who used the platform in the last 16 years. Additionally, the hos...

Thank You & I'm Sorry | Group Chat News Ep. 762

April 17, 2023 06:40 - 1 hour - 86.2 MB

Tonight, Dee and Anand discuss a variety of current events. They start by exploring the latest news surrounding Coachella, the annual music and arts festival held in California. Next, they delve into the world of AI-generated music and the recent collaboration between Drake and The Weeknd. They also touch on Saudi Arabia's recent decision to transfer nearly $78 billion worth of Aramco shares to its wealth fund. Finally, the hosts discuss the tragic death of Bob Lee, the founder of Cash App, ...

Stay in Your Lane! | Group Chat News Ep. 761

April 14, 2023 02:30 - 1 hour - 91.4 MB

Today, Drama, Dee, and Anand discuss the recent controversy surrounding Dylan Mulvaney and its impact on Anheuser-Busch, which has lost over $5 billion in value. They also delve into the arrest of a tech worker in connection to the killing of Cash App founder in San Francisco. The team analyzes the implications of these events on the tech and beverage industries, as well as the broader societal issues they raise. Tune in to hear their insights and this week’s Winners, Losers, and Content! ...

What Does America Want? | Group Chat News Ep. 760

April 12, 2023 02:30 - 45 minutes - 61.9 MB

In this episode, Dee and Anand delve into a range of topics from the finance and technology worlds. They start by examining the recent surge in the stock price of WeightWatchers' parent company following a bullish forecast by Goldman Sachs. They then move on to discuss the future of Bitcoin, with insights from chart analysts. The conversation then turns to WhatsApp's new feature allowing users in Brazil to pay merchants through the app. Dee and Anand also touch on the rapid growth of TikTok'...

Drama's Razor | Group Chat News Ep. 759

April 10, 2023 06:30 - 52 minutes - 71.9 MB

Tonight, Drama and Anand discuss a variety of current events. They question the likelihood of a commercial real estate crash, despite concerns. The hosts also delve into Tesla's latest move, as they plan to build a Megapack factory in Shanghai. Additionally, Drama and Anand react to the record-breaking opening weekend for 'The Super Mario Bros. Movie' in 2023, and whether hotels charging over $500 per night is excessive. Lastly, the hosts analyze the new details surrounding an intelligence l...

BAMBooz Allen | Group Chat News Ep. 758

April 07, 2023 02:30 - 53 minutes - 74 MB

Today, Dee and Anand discuss a variety of topics, starting with the concerning layoffs showing up in the jobs data, as highlighted by Nick Gerli on Twitter. They also cover the recent protest at BlackRock's Paris office, where protesters stormed the building holding red flares and firing smoke bombs. Moving on, they dive into the world's busiest airports, with Atlanta topping the list. Additionally, they touch on the unexpected millions being made by a firm due to the surge in national park ...

Group Chat GPT | Group Chat News Ep. 757

April 06, 2023 02:30 - 1 hour - 87.4 MB

Today, Drama, Dee, and Anand discuss a variety of news stories from the past week, including the record-breaking viewership of the NCAA Women's National Championship and Angel Reese's rejection of First Lady Jill Biden's apology. They also dive into Disney CEO Bob Iger's criticism of Gov. Ron DeSantis, Trump's indictment and its impact on the US, and the tragic death of Cash App Founder Bob Lee. The hosts also explore the drop in apartment-building sales, the surge in corporate bankruptcy fi...

Drivers Ed | Group Chat News Ep. 756

March 31, 2023 02:30 - 1 hour - 105 MB

Today, Dee and Anand speak to Che Durena about his comedy career. Che shares some insights into the challenges of being a comedian and how he got his start in the industry. He also talks about some of his favorite experiences and how he approaches crafting his material. Afterward, Dee and Drama discuss the latest news in tech and real estate. Elon Musk and other tech leaders are calling for a pause on the 'dangerous race' to make AI as advanced as humans. Meanwhile, apartment builders are ...

The New Stimulus | Group Chat News Ep. 755

March 29, 2023 03:30 - 59 minutes - 81.6 MB

Today, Dee and Anand discuss a range of trending topics. They start with the recent shooting at a Christian school and how the transgender shooter sent messages to her friend on Instagram minutes before the incident. They then move on to the real estate market, which is seeing falling prices in the west and rising prices in the east. In tech news, they talk about Apple's latest offering, 'Apple Pay Later,' allowing users to split purchases into four payments with no interest or fees. Additio...

The Boys | Group Chat News Ep. 754

March 25, 2023 03:30 - 1 hour - 84.7 MB

Today, Dee and Anand discuss Javier's Kathy encounter, commercial property debt's steady increase, TikTok, Crypto, and so much more. Tune in! - written by Bard Timeline of What Was Discussed: I love Group Chat! (0:57)  People are getting off on ‘fear porn’. How regional banks are under an existential crisis. (3:25)  We have 400 idiots who work for us. (22:07)  There are a lot of BIG crypto people that are being protected. (26:16)  The Federal Government does NOT play ball with busin...

Cloud Native Observability | Group Chat News Ep. 753

March 22, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 99.1 MB

Today, Dee, Anand, and Alex discuss a range of current events. First, they delve into the Federal Reserve's plan to hike rates by a quarter point and how it can ensure it can contain a potential banking crisis. They also talk about the record-breaking $5.4 trillion in assets pouring into money-market funds, Google's new Bard A.I. testing program in the US and UK, and the massive strike that shut down the LAUSD, leaving 420,000 students out of school. Tune in for insightful commentary on thes...

Ap-Balaji Not Accepted | Group Chat News Ep. 752

March 20, 2023 06:30 - 1 hour - 91 MB

Tonight, Drama, Dee, and Anand discuss a range of hot-button issues, including the ongoing global banking crisis and Balaji Srinivasan's controversial stance on hyperinflation and bitcoin. They also dive into the recent Twitter spat between Srinivasan and Nassim Nicholas Taleb, where Taleb called out Srinivasan's bad-faith arguments. On a different note, they talk about Warren Buffett's involvement with the Biden team regarding the banking crisis, as well as Trump's claims that he may be arr...

Safest Valley Bank | Group Chat News Ep. 751

March 17, 2023 03:30 - 1 hour - 90.4 MB

Today, Dee and Anand discuss three diverse topics impacting the world. They delve into the changing landscape of the financial system with SVB's recent announcement. Next, they explore Ryan Reynolds' $1.3B sale of Mint Mobile to T-Mobile and its implications. Lastly, they analyze the factors contributing to the improvement of Oscar ratings. Tune in to gain insight into these topics and find out who the Winners, Losers, and Content of the week are! - written by ChatGPT Timeline of What Wa...

Few Good Men | Group Chat News Ep. 750

March 13, 2023 06:30 - 1 hour - 95.2 MB

Guys talk about SVB! Timeline of What Was Discussed: The gravity of the SVB situation. (1:18)  How is this different than 2008? (13:08)  Information moves faster than money can move. (18:13)  America hates tech. (29:30)  How you communicate news to the public is EXTREMELY important. (36:16)  What are the secondary impacts of what just happened? (42:48)  Predictions for the upcoming CPI. (53:40)  Tech needs a rebrand. (58:15)  Bailout. (59:48)  What happens next? (1:04:00)  Ozemp...

Baader-Meinhof | Group Chat News Ep. 749

March 10, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 100 MB

Today, Drama, Dee, and Anand discuss SVB Bank, Elon Musk, and this week's Winners, Losers, and Content. -written by ChatGPT (but Javier didn't give me (Ari) a good prompt) Timeline of What Was Discussed: Dee’s a BIG daylight guy. (2:39)  Breaking down the drama surrounding Silicon Valley Bank. (4:51)  Is Elon too big to fail? (31:48)  Elon’s Texas Utopia. (46:24)  Winners, Losers, and Content. (49:28)  Related Links/Products Mentioned  Silicon Valley Bank is in trouble  Elon Musk...

Hanlon's Razor | Group Chat News Ep. 748

March 08, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 86.3 MB

Today, Dee and Anand are joined by Ali from Car Trackers to discuss the booming used car market. They talk about the reasons behind the high demand and the challenges that buyers and sellers are facing. Later, Dee and Anand share their thoughts on recent news headlines, including Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's announcement about higher interest rates, Meta's plan to cut thousands of jobs, the surge in WeightWatchers stock after acquiring an obesity treatment platform, and MGM's 'Creed...

Overton Window | Group Chat News Ep. 747

March 06, 2023 07:40 - 1 hour - 103 MB

Tonight, Drama, Dee, and Anand discuss Arizona real estate, LAX Private Reserve, Rupert Murdoch's media empire, and Chris Rock's live Netflix special. Timeline of What Was Discussed: NOTHING is being imported into this country. (1:39)  Real estate woes. (4:37)  Business is BOOMING at the ‘Private Suite’. (9:43)  COVID’s comparisons to war times. (23:42)  If you have money, you spend it! (29:55)  Anand has made it. (32:33)  Maybe we should put some brakes on those trains? (36:58)  J...

Hitchens's Razor | Group Chat News Ep. 746

March 03, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 92.4 MB

Today, Dee and Anand discuss a range of topics from finance to lifestyle. They begin with the latest insights on Interest Rates by Category, as shared on The Kobeissi Letter on Twitter. They also explore Macy’s and Best Buy’s Sales Decline, and what it reveals about shopper trends. The duo dives into the tech world, with a focus on Salesforce's 16% surge in share prices, driven by a better-than-expected forecast. Plus, they discuss how VCs have invested $35b in the Direct-to-Consumer industr...

Gell-Mann Amnesia | Group Chat News Ep. 745

March 01, 2023 04:00 - 52 minutes - 71.9 MB

Today, Dee and Anand discuss a variety of topics impacting the business world. They start with the news that China's CCP is warning Elon Musk against sharing the Wuhan lab leak report. They also talk about how as Americans work from home, Europeans and Asians are heading back to the office, and how this impacts the global economy. In addition, they touch on the current state of the rental market as apartment rents fall due to a crush of new supply. The hosts also dive into how hybrid work is...

WTF is Occam's Razor | Group Chat News Ep. 744

February 27, 2023 07:30 - 1 hour - 88.1 MB

Tonight, Drama, Dee, and Anand discuss the latest in sports, economics, and science. They start by giving a round-by-round coverage of the highly anticipated boxing match between Tommy Fury and Jake Paul. Then, they dive into the surprising economic trend of Americans spending more despite high inflation rates, and explore possible explanations for this behavior. Finally, the group analyzes the recent statement from the Energy Department, which points to a lab leak as the most likely origin ...

Nobody Knows Anything | Group Chat News Ep. 743

February 24, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 97 MB

Today, Dee and Anand speak to Daniel Abas about his new startup. Then, Drama, Dee, Anand, and Daniel discuss a range of topics, including Opendoor's heavy losses on home sales, San Francisco's real estate market rebound, Elon Musk's meeting with California Gov. Newsom about Tesla's expansion, Twitter's decision to allow cannabis advertising, TikTok's feature in the 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class, and the EU executive staff's ban on TikTok. Tune in for this week's Winners, Losers, and Content. ...

The Business of YouTube | Group Chat News Ep. 742

February 22, 2023 03:30 - 1 hour - 87.9 MB

Today, Dee and Anand speak to Zack Honarvar about digital marketing. Then, Dee and Anand discuss the latest news on the U.S. housing market, with home sales declining for the 12th consecutive month and house price inflation starting to cool. They also delve into how major retailers, Walmart and Home Depot, are preparing for a potential consumer slowdown. In addition, they explore the competition between Walmart and Amazon, questioning whether Walmart can keep up with Amazon's dominance. Last...

Ban AI | Group Chat News Ep. 741

February 21, 2023 03:30 - 1 hour - 90.7 MB

Today, Dee and Anand discuss a wide range of topics, including the concept of a "Richcession" rather than a recession, and how investors can prepare for it. They also dive into the luxury hotel industry, where Hyatt is making bold moves while competitors focus on budget offerings. The hosts also discuss the brewing discontent among Disney employees over CEO Bob Iger's return-to-office mandate, and Amazon corporate workers potentially facing a pay reduction after a drop in shares. Additionall...

Activist Investor | Group Chat News Ep. 740

February 17, 2023 03:30 - 59 minutes - 81.2 MB

Today, Dee and Anand discuss the impact of rising wholesale prices on inflation and how it affects the economy. They also explore record-breaking consumer debt and its connection to increasing delinquencies. Shopify's falling stocks and Instagram's move away from live shopping are also on the table. Additionally, they look at Hasbro's bleak future forecast and DocuSign's plan to lay off employees. Finally, they discuss Coca-Cola's revenue rise and the growing health concerns in East Palestin...

Super Bowl or Waste Management? | Group Chat News Ep. 739

February 16, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 90.4 MB

Today, Dee and Anand discuss a range of topics in the news. They start with the Super Bowl 2023, which had its highest viewership in six years. They then move on to the US CPI, which has decreased from its peak of 9.1% in June 2022 to 6.4% in January 2023. They also discuss the surprising rebound in retail sales by 3% in January, despite the increase in inflation. In addition, they touch upon the FTX judge ordering the names of Sam Bankman-Fried’s $250 million bail backers to be made public,...

If You Love America | Group Chat News Ep. 738

February 10, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 88.9 MB

Sneaker Steve joins to launch the new Ales Grey slides. Then, Drama, Dee, and Anand discuss the Superbowl Weekend, the NBA Trade Deadline Media Blitz, Adidas' warning of losses stemming from the Yeezy fallout, Alphabet shares dive after Google AI chatbot Bard flubs answer in an ad, and Microsoft vs. Google: Who Will Win the AI Battle? The discussion is filled with insight and humor, providing listeners with the latest news and analysis in the sneaker and tech worlds. Tune in to see who makes...

AI Cloud | Group Chat News Ep. 737

February 08, 2023 03:30 - 1 hour - 88.7 MB

Special guest Nimesh Patel joins the pod to discuss his comedy career and the power of TikTok. Then, Dee and Anand dive into the latest in business news: Fed’s Jerome Powell says the hiring surge highlights the challenges in fighting inflation, Zoom announces it will lay off 15% of its staff and CEO slashes salary, Wedbush lowers its price target for Bed Bath & Beyond, and Google unveils its ChatGPT rival. Tune in for insights and laughs on this episode of the pod. - written by ChatGPT T...

Post Office LA | Group Chat News Ep. 736

February 06, 2023 07:50 - 1 hour - 90.9 MB

Drama, Dee, and Anand discuss the latest news in tech, finance, and social media. This week they dive into Elon Musk's statement on Twitter's financial status, his sleep habits, and his approach to fixing the platform. They also discuss the recent $11 billion unsolicited offer for Life Storage by Public Storage and the controversy surrounding MrBeast's latest stunt on YouTube. The team also shares their thoughts on the emerging tipping culture and the Pentagon's use of high-end fighter jets ...

Welcome to My House | Group Chat News Ep. 735

February 03, 2023 03:30 - 1 hour - 105 MB

Today, Daniel Yadgard joins us to talk about The Foundation and AARKE.us. Then, Drama, Dee, and Anand discuss the latest financial news and market trends. They cover Fed Chair Powell's statement on interest rates, the drop in mortgage rates, the surge in Meta stock and Peloton shares, and the elimination of Hanesbrands' dividend. The trio also analyzes the weak earnings and guidance from GOOS and shares the news on a potential payout for Celsius drink buyers. They round up the episode by dis...

Land of the Diseased | Group Chat News Ep. 734

February 01, 2023 03:30 - 1 hour - 86.6 MB

Today, Dee and Anand are joined by Max Lugavere to discuss health and wellness. Then, they run through the markets and Nike's latest. - written by ChatGPT Timeline of What Was Discussed: A Group Chat exclusive interview with Max Lugavere of the Genius Life Podcast. They discuss all things health & wellness, the importance of brain health, and being the advocate for your own health. (1:19)  Does the Fed know what they are doing? (48:20)  Nike has woken up. (56:29)  Chatty Kathy...

#NFLRigged | Group Chat News Ep. 733

January 30, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 93.3 MB

Tonight, Drama, Dee, and Anand cover the latest in business and lifestyle news, including Amazon's delivery policy, Trader Joe's top products, running a side hustle, the division at Disney World, the rise of takeout food, Valentine's Day spending, daters' earning requirements, and the Beverly Hills mass shooting. Join them for a diverse discussion on the headlines shaping our world. - written by ChatGPT Timeline of What Was Discussed: Is the NFL Rigged? (2:38)  Amazon is telling you...

The Big Fraud | Group Chat News Ep. 732

January 28, 2023 01:00 - 55 minutes - 75.8 MB

Today, Dee and Anand discuss the latest tech and business news including key Fed inflation measures, American Express CEO's statements, Bill Ackman's comments on the Adani Group, Tesla's stock-option trades, Goldman Sachs cutting CEO's pay, Stripe's plans to go public, PacSun's executive shuffle, a man spending $2 million to de-age, and the impact of rent prices dropping in the US on buyers. Tune in for this week's Winners, Losers, and Content. - written by ChatGPT Timeline of What Was D...

Search for a Salad | Group Chat News Ep. 731

January 25, 2023 02:30 - 46 minutes - 64.3 MB

Today, Dee and Anand discuss the latest tech and business news, including Microsoft's impressive earnings report, Google's monopoly accusations, 2023 Oscar nominations, and Justin Bieber selling his music rights. They also highlight Sierra Canyon's basketball players selected as McDonald's All-Americans and Ghislaine Maxwell's belief that Jeffrey Epstein was murdered in prison. The Doomsday Clock being moved to 90 seconds to midnight is also discussed, signaling more peril than ever. - wri...

Sherlock Holmes | Group Chat News Ep. 730

January 23, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 86.6 MB

Tonight, Drama and Dee discuss the layoff severance packages promised by tech giants like Google, Microsoft, and Amazon. They also touch on the recent trend of individual investors doubling down on Tesla stock, and the big stake taken by Elliott Management in Salesforce. Lastly, they mention the recent discovery of a $42 Professional Plan with perks for ChatGPT users, and the latest development in the Elizabeth Holmes case, where prosecutors say she made an attempt to flee the country after ...

What's Really Going On In Davos | Group Chat News Ep. 729

January 20, 2023 03:30 - 1 hour - 93.9 MB

Today, Dee and Anand discuss the latest business and financial news, including Microsoft's decision to lay off 10,000 employees, the reported plummet in Shein's valuation as they seek $3 billion, and the Oxfam report stating that the richest 1% of people amassed almost two-thirds of new wealth created in the last two years. They also discuss recent developments in the world of pop culture, national news, politics, and world news, including Dr. Dre selling music assets to Universal Music and ...

Chatty Kathy Club | Group Chat News Ep. 728

January 17, 2023 01:30 - 1 hour - 83.6 MB

Today, Drama, Dee, and Anand discuss China's reopening and its impact on the economy, bitcoin's recent rally, Tesla's price cuts, Subway's potential $10 billion sale, Rent the Runway's partnership with Amazon, and the concept of "quiet hiring." They also touch on TikTok's efforts to increase transparency in the US. - written by ChatGPT Timeline of What Was Discussed: BIG Super Wild Card Weekend! (2:08)  ‘The Hat’ made courtside. (5:19)  Things are looking up for China. (10:20)  ...

Rachel From Phoenix | Group Chat News Ep. 727

January 13, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 103 MB

Today, Drama, Dee, and Anand discuss inflation's continued decline, JP Morgan's lawsuit over a $175M acquisition, Carvana's soaring stock, Amazon's rough Thursday night football viewership, and this week's Winners, Losers, and Content. Timeline of What Was Discussed: Drama’s take on the Coachella lineup. (2:19)  Inflation is over! (7:55)  We are experiencing peak fraud. (18:44)  Why is Carvana popping? (23:50)  Over/under that SBF will walk? (27:24)  Are these fraudsters a...

Nochella | Group Chat News Ep. 726

January 11, 2023 02:45 - 48 minutes - 66.7 MB

Today, Dee and Anand discuss Microsoft's possible $10B investment in OpenAI/ ChatGPT, Bed Bath & Beyond's store closings, California's egg shortage, Airbnb's most profitable cities, sneaker sales' global decline, Coachella's 2023 lineup, public transit's decline, and Kevin McCarthy's road to Speaker. Timeline of What Was Discussed: Microsoft x OpenAI = Match made in heaven. (1:43)  Retail Joe has left the building. (13:55)  The most profitable markets for Airbnb's. (22:03)  The ...

Boots On The Ground | Group Chat News Ep. 725

January 09, 2023 07:15 - 1 hour - 104 MB

Tonight, Drama, Dee, and Anand discuss Amazon's layoffs, Goldman Sachs' layoffs, 2022's holiday returns, Airlines' point-tightening, Prince Harry's criticism, and Andrew Tate's hospitalization. Timeline of What Was Discussed: Treat Joe Rogan episodes like a show. (1:41)  Tinder’s HOT! (4:32)  Is the CCP throttling Group Chat? (6:27)  EVERYBODY’S getting laid off! (23:15)  Bed Bath & Beyond’s rough few years. (32:17)  The fundamental challenge with e-commerce. (36:10)  P...

Winners. Losers, Predictions | Group Chat News Ep. 724

January 04, 2023 22:06 - 1 hour - 110 MB

Today, Drama, Dee, and Anand discuss their 2022 Winners and Losers, and their 2023 predictions. Timeline of What Was Discussed: Biggest cultural winner of 2022. (6:50) Biggest business winner of 2022. (21:28) Biggest loser of 2022. (25:52) Biggest business loser of 2022. (33:59) Biggest individual winner of 2022. (42:09) Biggest individual loser of 2022. (52:32) Predictions for the stock market in 2023. (57:50) Predictions for crypto in 2023. (1:02:10) Predictions for bigg...

Amount of Happy New Year's | Group Chat News Ep. 723

January 04, 2023 03:30 - 1 hour - 98.1 MB

Today, Dee and Anand discuss their new year's weekend, Tesla's stock dip, SBF's "not guilty" plea, Dubai's alcohol tax, Blackstone's Breit fund, Shopify's new enterprise customers, Shopify's time-saving rule, 2023's copyright releases, 2022's top telecasts, and Damar Hamlin's collapse. Timeline of What Was Discussed: Grammatically correct. (0:57)  Happy New Year! (4:05)  What’s your parenting style? (13:23)  Tesla investors DON’T care. (21:10)  SBF’s political clout is UNBELI...

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