The Real Eisman Playbook
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FICO’s Monopoly is Fading & Consumers Are the Winners w/ Kelsey Zhu | The Real Eisman Playbook Ep 59
S&P Hits New Highs as Tech Earnings Crush Recession Fears | The Weekly Wrap
Is a Market Melt-Up Coming? Why Tech & Semis Are Dominating Again | The Real Eisman Playbook Ep 58
Earnings Keep the Market Strong Despite Signs of Consumer Weakness | The Weekly Wrap
Apollo's Private Credit Exposure: Chris Edson Weighs In | The Real Eisman Playbook Ep 57
Is a Recession Coming? What 100+ Companies Are Telling Us | The Weekly Wrap
Market Patterns Work and Jeffrey Hirsch Explains Why | The Real Eisman Playbook Ep 56
Bank Earnings Are In: Here’s What They’re REALLY Saying About the U.S. Economy | The Weekly Wrap
John Spencer on What the Headlines Get Wrong About the Iran War | The Real Eisman Playbook Ep 55
Catching a Falling Knife: The Truth About Software Stocks Today | The Real Eisman Playbook Ep 54
Q1 Market Recap: How Private Credit, AI, & War Have Dominated 2026 So Far | The Weekly Wrap
On this episode of The Weekly Wrap, Steve Eisman breaks down everything that moved markets in Q1 2026 and examines how all sectors performed during the quarter. He also discusses the latest on the ceasefire in Iran, provides updates on private credit/private equity, and answers some mailbag questions from viewers. 00:00 - Intro 01:21 - Iran Updates: Trump's Threat, Ceasefire, & Oil Prices 02:27 - Growth in Private Equity 04:37 - More Bad News in Private Credit 06:00 - Finally Some Good News in Private Credit 06:55 - Q1 Market Recap 18:12 - Mailbag: Private Capital 18:54 - Mailbag: Meritage Homes 20:45 - Mailbag: What If Podcasts Were Around in 2007? 22:29 - Outro Watch my Financial Literacy Masterclass video here: https://youtu.be/u8chA7LC8lU Watch my Masterclass on the 2008 Financial Crisis here: https://youtu.be/4bSCdJTbR8I Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is Private Credit the Next Systemic Crisis? Steve Liesman Weighs In | The Real Eisman Playbook Ep 53
On episode 53 of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman sits down with Steve Liesman to discuss whether private credit could become the next systemic crisis in the financial system. The conversation also explores war-driven oil shocks, uncertainty surrounding the Fed, and the resilience of the U.S. economy. 00:00 - Intro 02:26 - Oil Prices, Tariffs, & The Resilience of the US Economy 13:36 - Everything Going on with The Fed 28:15 - The Private Credit Situation 46:09 - The K-Shaped Economy 49:14 - Outro Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Private Credit Reckoning is Coming: Executives Are Mistaking Luck For Genius | The Weekly Wrap
On this episode of The Weekly Wrap, Steve Eisman breaks down why private credit may be repeating the same mistakes Wall Street made before the Great Financial Crisis. He discusses how hidden risks and the lack of a credit cycle have created a concerning sense of confidence across the industry. He also discusses the latest with the Iran War and takes a couple of mailbag questions from viewers. 00:00 - Intro 02:03 - Iran War Updates 04:05 - More Bad News in Private Credit 07:46 - Psychology of Hedge Funds 10:22 - The Defense of the Private Credit Industry 14:22 - Mailbag: Is GameStop a Value Stock? 16:49 - Mailbag: The Two Types of Lending Entities 19:07 - Outro Watch my Financial Literacy Masterclass video here: https://youtu.be/u8chA7LC8lU Watch my Masterclass on the 2008 Financial Crisis here: https://youtu.be/4bSCdJTbR8I Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Inside the Iran War with Steven Cook: What’s REALLY Happening? | The Real Eisman Playbook Ep 52
On episode 52 of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman sits down with Middle East expert Steven Cook to break down what’s really happening in the Iran war. They discuss the latest developments, the goals of the United States, how China and Russia have factored in, and where we could be heading going forward. 00:00 - Intro 02:52 - How the War is Going 07:05 - Is Iran Willing to Negotiate? 09:17 - Fighting a War Alongside Israel & the Middle East Response 18:39 - China's Place in All of This 22:46 - What Are Trump's Goals? 28:03 - Where Do We Go Next? 29:25 - Russia's Role 32:08 - Predictions: Where Are We in Three Months? 33:40 - The Iranian Opposition 36:35 - Uranium in Iran 38:16 - Outro Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Iran War is Masking Economic Problems: Why Housing is So Expensive | The Weekly Wrap
On this episode of The Weekly Wrap, Steve Eisman breaks down the latest with the war in Iran and how it continues to mask deeper economic risks. He also mentions even more bad news in the world of private credit and suggests we're hitting the beginning of a credit cycle. The episode also features an in-depth interview with Meritage Homes CEO Phillippe Lord, in which the two of them discuss the real reasons housing affordability continues to worsen in the U.S. 00:00 - Intro 01:21 - Iran War Updates 03:07 - More Bad News For Private Credit 05:00 - Introducing Our Interview with Meritage Homes CEO Phillippe Lord 07:28 - The State of the Housing Market 14:37 - Meritage Homes 20:10 - Housing Affordability 31:05 - How Meritage Differs From Bigger Companies 43:28 - Hopes For the Future of Meritage 45:22 - Outro Watch my interview with Mark Cuban here: https://youtu.be/gfH0jyPwSDQ Watch my interview with Michael Ha here: https://youtu.be/jKjg_Ah8DyI Watch my Financial Literacy Masterclass video here: https://youtu.be/u8chA7LC8lU Watch my Masterclass on the 2008 Financial Crisis here: https://youtu.be/4bSCdJTbR8I Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. On this episode of The Weekly Wrap, Steve Eisman breaks down the latest with the war in Iran and how it continues to mask deeper economic risks. He also mentions even more bad news in the world of private credit and suggests we're hitting the beginning of a credit cycle. The episode also features an in-depth interview with Meritage Homes CEO Phillippe Lord, in which the two of them discuss the real reasons housing affordability continues to worsen in the U.S. 00:00 - Intro 01:21 - Iran War Updates 03:07 - More Bad News For Private Credit 05:00 - Introducing Our Interview with Meritage Homes CEO Phillippe Lord 07:28 - The State of the Housing Market 14:37 - Meritage Homes 20:10 - Housing Affordability 31:05 - How Meritage Differs From Bigger Companies 43:28 - Hopes For the Future of Meritage 45:22 - Outro Watch my interview with Mark Cuban here: https://youtu.be/gfH0jyPwSDQ Watch my interview with Michael Ha here: https://youtu.be/jKjg_Ah8DyI Watch my Financial Literacy Masterclass video here: https://youtu.be/u8chA7LC8lU Watch my Masterclass on the 2008 Financial Crisis here: https://youtu.be/4bSCdJTbR8I Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Only Health Insurance Stock You Can Own with Michael Ha | The Real Eisman Playbook Episode 51
On episode 51 of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman sits down with healthcare analyst Michael Ha to break down the problems across the health insurance industry. From UnitedHealth and Molina to the broader Medicare and Medicaid landscape, they explore why a once “safe” sector is now under pressure. 00:00 - Intro 02:16 - The State of the Healthcare Industry: United Healthcare & Where We Are Now 21:46 - United's Fourth Quarter 27:15 - What Molina Does & Changes with Medicaid 34:34 - Alignment Health 40:14 - Why Hasn't It Worked For This Industry? 45:19 - PDMs & Why Drug Prices Are So High 51:53 - A Summary of the Sector & Predictions For the Future 54:14 - Outro Watch our interview with Mark Cuban here: https://youtu.be/gfH0jyPwSDQ Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Private Credit Risks Explained, Oil Surges Above $100 | The Weekly Wrap
On this episode of The Weekly Wrap, Steve Eisman discusses the latest with the war in Iran, with oil prices now above $100 amid the Strait of Hormuz remaining closed. Steve also breaks down rising risks in private credit as cracks begin to form across the market. He also takes a couple of mailbag questions from viewers regarding SoFi and his recent interview with Mark Cuban. 00:00 - Intro 00:47 - Iran War Updates 03:30 - Major Risks in the Market: AI Fears & Private Credit Issues 20:15 - Mailbag: The SoFi Problem 23:54 - Mailbag: Mark Cuban & Drug Prices in America 27:30 - Outro Watch my Financial Literacy Masterclass video here: https://youtu.be/u8chA7LC8lU Watch my Masterclass on the 2008 Financial Crisis here: https://youtu.be/4bSCdJTbR8I Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mark Cuban Shares His Plan For Fixing Drug Prices in America | The Real Eisman Playbook Ep 50
On episode 50 of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman sits down with Mark Cuban to discuss why prescription drug prices in the U.S. remain so high and what can be done to fix the system. Cuban explains how pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) shape drug pricing behind the scenes and why he believes the current structure is fundamentally broken. The conversation also dives into his efforts to disrupt the industry through Cost Plus Drugs and bring transparent pricing to consumers. 00:00 - Intro 02:05 - The Problems with the Healthcare Industry 08:50 - How PBMs Actually Work 22:26 - Cost Plus Drugs 31:20 - The Impact Cost Plus Drugs Has Had in the Industry 33:40 - Cost Plus Wellness 37:53 - Hopes For Growth 40:18 - What Mark's Learned From the Mavericks and Shark Tank 42:30 - Mark's Thoughts on Today's Market 46:10 - The Message Mark Wants People To Know About Cost Plus Drugs 47:03 - Outro Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Iran War Crisis: Ex-CIA Analyst Helima Croft on Oil Shock & Energy Risk | The Weekly Wrap
On this episode of The Weekly Wrap, Steve Eisman welcomes Helima Croft, global head of commodity strategy at RBC (and former CIA analyst), to discuss the ramifications of the war in Iran. They break down Iran's response, predict how the coming weeks will play out, and ponder what "winning" would actually look like. 00:00 - Intro 01:50 - Market Uncertainty During Times of War 02:57 - Oracle 04:20 - Introducing Helima Croft 05:22 - Iran's Response 10:26 - How Long Til Europe Starts to Have a Problem 13:18 - How the US Government is Responding 19:27 - What Does "Winning" Look Like? 24:25 - Helima's Background 31:44 - Predicting How This Will Play Out 37:53 - Outro Watch my Financial Literacy Masterclass video here: https://youtu.be/u8chA7LC8lU Watch my Masterclass on the 2008 Financial Crisis here: https://youtu.be/4bSCdJTbR8I Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Private Credit Cracks, The AI "Boogeyman" & Why Crypto is for Boomers | The Real Eisman Playbook Episode 49
On episode 49 of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman sits down with Glenn Shorr of Evercore and Dwight Collins of Autonomous Research to break down the growing fears around private credit and private equity. The conversation also explores AI disruption across financial services, why certain stocks are reacting wildly to AI news, and what’s really happening in crypto markets. They also debate the future of payments, bank M&A, and much more. 00:00 - Intro 02:27 - What's Happening in Private Equity/Private Credit 20:39 - The AI Boogeyman 28:22 - Bank M&A 34:30 - Crypto & Bitcoin 38:57 - The Payments Space 42:22 - Final Thoughts & SoFi's Warning Signal 47:15 - Outro Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Iran War Volatility, Private Credit Fears Grow, & Solar Continues to Crash | The Weekly Wrap
On this episode of The Weekly Wrap, Steve Eisman breaks down the market volatility driven by the War in Iran. He also dives into growing concerns around private credit and whether risks are starting to build beneath the surface. Plus, Steve looks at the continued crash across solar stocks and takes two mailbag questions from viewers. 00:00 - Intro 01:43 - The Market's Response to the War in Iran 04:00 - The Bad News Continues in Private Credit 09:01 - Solar Stocks Continue To Trend Down 10:17 - Health Insurance Stocks 12:40 - MongoDB, Block 13:55 - Mailbag: Private Credit 15:15 - Mailbag: Life Insurance 18:13 - Outro Watch my appearance on The Prof G Pod here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kL7r0dRGip8 Watch my Financial Literacy Masterclass video here: https://youtu.be/u8chA7LC8lU Watch my Masterclass on the 2008 Financial Crisis here: https://youtu.be/4bSCdJTbR8I Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Next Financial Crisis? Private Equity, Private Credit & Life Insurance | The Real Eisman Playbook Ep 48
On episode 48 of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman sits down with forensic accountant Tom Gober to discuss how private equity giants like Apollo, KKR, and Brookfield have taken control of millions of policyholder premiums while offloading billions in liabilities to "secret captives" in Bermuda and the Cayman Islands. If you own a life insurance policy or an annuity, we highly recommend you watch this episode. 00:00 - Intro 01:20 - Tom's Background 04:55 - The Life Insurance Scandal Explained 09:50 - The Private Equity Takeover & Issues with Reinsurance 31:42 - Inaccurate Ratings 33:25 - Back to Leverage 37:59 - People Are Starting to Listen, Potential Issues 43:46 - Lack of Transparency 45:20 - Outro & Steve's Takeaways Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Trump Tariff Turmoil, Private Credit Risk Grows, & AI’s Software Fears | The Weekly Wrap
On this episode of The Weekly Wrap, Steve Eisman breaks down the latest developments with the Supreme Court striking down President Trump's tariffs. He also discusses Blue Owl and the rising anxiety in the private market/private credit world, AI software fears, and the latest in weekly earnings. Lastly, Steve takes a couple of mailbag questions from viewers regarding the market's response to Trump's tariffs and retail investor resources. 00:00 - Intro 02:00 - Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump's Tariffs 04:17 - Blue Owl & Private Equity/Private Credit 10:11 - AI Fears 11:01 - Earnings: NVIDIA, Salesforce, Home Depot, Lowe's, First Solar, Circle, Warner Bros 18:19 - Mailbag: The Market's Reaction to the Supreme Court Tariff Decision 20:12 - Mailbag: Retail Investor Resources Watch my Financial Literacy Masterclass video here: https://youtu.be/u8chA7LC8lU Watch my Masterclass on the 2008 Financial Crisis here: https://youtu.be/4bSCdJTbR8I Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
George Noble on Gold’s Rise, Crypto Doubts & Tesla’s Struggles | The Real Eisman Playbook Ep 47
On episode 47 of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman is joined by George Noble (Fidelity) to discuss a variety of topics. The two of them break down the gold & silver debate, why they're both against owning crypto, Tesla's recent struggles, why George is negative on tech, and much more. 00:00 - Intro 01:10 - George's Background 06:08 - George's Elevator Pitch of the Market 08:11 - The Gold & Silver Debate 23:05 - Crypto & The Impact of Online Gambling 30:34 - Tesla's Problems 37:39 - Open Door 44:23 - Energy Stocks 48:54 - Why George is Negative on Tech 51:25 - George's Upcoming Conference 54:40 - Outro Follow George on X: https://x.com/gnoble79 Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Flight to Safety Begins, Private Credit Cracks & the Software Bloodbath Continues | The Weekly Wrap
On this episode of The Weekly Wrap, Steve Eisman breaks down the growing flight to safety, emerging risks in private credit, and the ongoing software bloodbath. He also discusses the Warner Bros/Paramount/Netflix saga, goes over earnings, and takes some mailbag questions from viewers. 00:00 - Intro 01:43 - From Performance Chasing to Flight to Safety 02:39 - Private Equity/Private Credit Updates 04:06 - Warner Bros Reopens Negotiations with Paramount 04:48 - TPH Acquired 05:37 - Earnings: Software Bloodbath Continues, Payment Stocks Update, Moody's, Carvana, Walmart, Quanta 13:46 - Mailbag: Thoughts on a New Recession 16:00 - Mailbag: Underperforming Sectors in a Recession/AI Bubble Burst 19:05 - Mailbag: Issues with Life Insurance 21:01 - Mailbag: Technical Analysis Watch my Financial Literacy Masterclass video here: https://youtu.be/u8chA7LC8lU Watch my Masterclass on the 2008 Financial Crisis here: https://youtu.be/4bSCdJTbR8I Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Daniel Guetta on the Guts of AI, Agentic AI & Why LLMs Hallucinate | The Real Eisman Playbook Ep 46
On episode 46 of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman is joined by Columbia professor Daniel Guetta to discuss all things AI. The two of them break down exactly how these large language models work and the kind of value businesses are seeing from using them. They also discuss agentic AI and address concerns Gary Marcus brought up on a previous episode of our show. More info and AI tools from Daniel here: https://daniel.guetta.com/eisman Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
AI Panic Spreads, Health Insurers Crack & Retail Keeps Buying | The Weekly Wrap
On this episode of The Weekly Wrap, Steve Eisman breaks down why AI panic is spreading beyond software. He also explains what Molina’s disastrous results reveal about deeper structural problems in health insurance and why the issues go well beyond UnitedHealth. He also discusses retail investors buying the dip, dives into earnings, and answers two mailbag questions. 00:00 - Intro 01:28 - Retail Continues To Buy Every Dip 02:30 - All is Not Well with the US Consumer 03:22 - The Weight Loss Wars 03:48 - AI Panic Expands 05:20 - Private Equity Issues Persist 06:10 - Molina's Disastrous Results 07:19 - Problems in the Software Sector Continue 09:08 - T Mobile & Verizon 09:47 - Robinhood & Coinbase 12:42 - AI Infrastructure Spending 13:38 - Mailbag: Managing a Portfolio 17:36 - Charter vs PayPal Watch my Financial Literacy Masterclass video here: https://youtu.be/u8chA7LC8lU Watch my Masterclass on the 2008 Financial Crisis here: https://youtu.be/4bSCdJTbR8I Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Consumer VibeCession & Private Credit Risk with Lakshmi Ganapathi | The Real Eisman Playbook Episode 45
On this episode of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman is joined by Lakshmi Ganapathi (Unicus Research) to discuss the growing stress among consumers in the US economy and whether or not the "silent recession" is already here. They also discuss the problems within the used car business, the Yen Carry Trade, private credit concerns, and much more. 00:00 - Intro 01:34 - The Health of the US Consumer 08:35 - Is There Already a Recession? 16:02 - Problems with Carvana & the Used Car Business 20:58 - Commercial Real Estate 25:56 - The Yen Carry Trade 30:10 - FICO 33:56 - Digital Realty 37:39 - GE Vernova 39:37 - Private Credit Concerns 43:25 - The Problem with the US Consumer Today Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Crypto & Silver Collapse, Software Gets Obliterated, & Two Stock Recommendations | The Weekly Wrap
In this episode of The Weekly Wrap, Steve Eisman discusses silver’s collapse and forced liquidations, crypto's plunge, and the obliteration of software stocks. He also recommends two stocks (Charter & Meritage) and breaks down another week of earnings. 00:00 - Intro 01:30 - A Personal Health Update 02:15 - Silver Collapsed 03:34 - Crypto's Decline 05:18 - The Obliteration of Software Stocks 07:22 - Charter Communications 13:13 - Meritage Homes 15:14 - Waymo & Tesla 15:42 - Earnings: Palantir, PayPal, Disney, AMD, Eli Lilly, Google, Qualcomm, & Amazon Watch my Financial Literacy Masterclass video here: https://youtu.be/u8chA7LC8lU Watch my Masterclass on the 2008 Financial Crisis (Part One) here: https://youtu.be/4bSCdJTbR8I Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jason Trennert on Populism, Policy & a Distorted Market System | The Real Eisman Playbook Ep 44
On this episode of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman is joined by Jason Trennert (Strategas). The two of them beak down how populism, policy decisions, and private capital have reshaped today’s market system. Trennert explains the long-term implications for investors navigating a market that no longer behaves the way it used to. 00:00 - Intro 01:52 - Jason's Journey with Cancer 04:47 - Trump's Latest Tariff Threat 06:52 - Populism 12:04 - Crypto 13:45 - The Current Economy 16:15 - The AI Bubble (Or Non-Bubble) 18:10 - Affordability 20:51 - Trump's Credit Card Proposal 23:46 - Is the Market Expensive Or Not? 30:34 - Private Equity 36:34 - Financials 40:05 - Retail & Meme Stocks 42:55 - General Thoughts & Outro Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Silver Goes Crazy, United Healthcare is Falling, & AI’s CapEx is Exploding | The Weekly Wrap
In this episode of The Weekly Wrap, Steve Eisman breaks down the recent chaos surrounding silver and how it's been impacted by China’s new export ban. He also discusses the collapse of UnitedHealthcare, the explosive AI CapEx forecasts from Meta and Microsoft, and much more. 00:00 - Intro 01:10 - Some Thoughts on the Market & The Surge of Silver 04:37 - Greenland & The Fed 05:41 - Procter & Gamble & McCormick Struggle 06:30 - State of the Market 07:25 - Earnings: UnitedHealthcare, Starbucks, GE Vernova, Amphenol, Meta, ServiceNow, Microsoft, Tesla, Apple 20:44 - Mailbag 22:39 - Outro Watch my Financial Literacy Masterclass video here: https://youtu.be/u8chA7LC8lU Watch my Masterclass on the 2008 Financial Crisis (Part One) here: https://youtu.be/4bSCdJTbR8I Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Mystery of Stablecoins, Visa, & Fiserv’s Collapse with Ken Suchoski | The Real Eisman Playbook Episode 43
On this episode of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman is joined by analyst Ken Suchoski to break down the world of payments. The two of them discuss the benefits and risks of stablecoins, why Visa and Mastercard are still dominant, the collapse of Fiserv, and much more. 00:00 - Intro 01:20 - What Are Stablecoins? 08:50 - Tether, Circle, & Potential Risks 20:33 - Consumer Payments vs Commercial Payments 28:39 - Back to Circle's Stock 30:35 - Traditional Payments: Visa & Mastercard 40:15 - Investing Outside of Visa & Mastercard 42:45 - What's Happened with Fiserv? 48:41 - PayPal, Block, Toast, & More 57:05 - Outro Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The “Lone Wolf” Effect: Trump, Burry & a Market on Edge | The Weekly Wrap
In this episode of The Weekly Wrap, Steve Eisman explores the growing impact of “lone wolves” on today’s market, from President Trump’s tariffs to Michael Burry’s warnings about AI. He also breaks down Nvidia’s new chip, regional bank earnings, housing and affordability, private equity, and the ongoing Netflix/Warner Bros saga. 00:00 - Intro 01:40 - Trump, Tariffs, & Greenland 03:48 - AI, Michael Burry, & NVIDIA's New Chip 06:05 - Affordability Updates 08:45 - Private Equity 10:54 - Earnings: Netflix, D.R. Horton, Regional Banks, 16:28 - Mailbag 18:23 - Outro Watch my Financial Literacy Masterclass video here: https://youtu.be/u8chA7LC8lU Watch my Masterclass on the 2008 Financial Crisis (Part One) here: https://youtu.be/4bSCdJTbR8I Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Listeners get priority access to Masterworks at https://www.Masterworks.art/real Art correlation and appreciation data based on repeat-sales index of historical Post-War & Contemporary Art market prices and S&P 500 annualized return (includes dividends reinvested) from 1995 to 2025, developed by Masterworks. There are significant limitations to comparative asset class data. Indices are unmanaged and a Masterworks investor cannot invest directly in an index. Content creator (the “Endorser”) receives cash compensation from Masterworks, LLC (“Masterworks”). Endorser is not a client of Masterworks. Masterworks can only make and accept sales after an offering statement has been filed, and “qualified”, by the SEC. Any offers may be revoked before notice of qualification. Indications of interest involve no obligation.Investing involves risk. Past performance not indicative of future returns. For further disclosure on Regulation A Offerings, Risks of Investing, Performance Metrics, Art Market Data, and more visit the offering documents filed with the SEC and Important Disclosures at masterworks.com/cd. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gary Marcus on the Massive Problems Facing AI & LLM Scaling | The Real Eisman Playbook Episode 42
On this episode of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman is joined by Gary Marcus to discuss all things AI. Gary is a leading critic of AI large language models and argues that LLMs have reached diminishing returns. Steve and Gary also discuss the business side of AI, where the community currently stands, and much more. 00:00 - Intro 01:29 - Gary's Background with AI & Where We're At Currently 12:51 - AI Hallucinations 22:27 - Gemini, ChatGPT, & Diminishing Returns 26:46 - The Business Side of AI 28:39 - Where the Computer Science Community Stands 33:58 - What's Happening Internally at These Companies? 37:23 - Inference Models vs LLMs 42:54 - What AI Needs To Do Going Forward 49:51 - World Models 55:17 - Outro Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why Bank Earnings Are Essential to Understanding the Market in 2026 | The Weekly Wrap
In this episode of The Weekly Wrap, Steve Eisman connects the dots between his 4 themes of 2025 and the 5 new structural shifts defining 2026. Steve also breaks down why the major banks just reported strong results but saw their stocks sink. He also discusses updates on affordability and the criminal investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell. 00:00 - Intro 01:15 - Connecting the 4 Themes of 2025 and the 5 Themes of 2026 06:45 - Affordability Updates 10:20 - The DOJ's Investigation Into Chairman Powell 10:44 - Earnings: Banks 20:35 - Outro Watch my Financial Literacy Masterclass video here: https://youtu.be/u8chA7LC8lU Watch my Masterclass on the 2008 Financial Crisis (Part One) here: https://youtu.be/4bSCdJTbR8I Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Broken US Healthcare System is Failing Millions of Americans with Warris Bokhari | The Real Eisman Playbook Episode 41
On this episode of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman is joined by Warris Bokhari (Claimable) to discuss the growing U.S. healthcare crisis. They explore how AI-driven claim denials, outdated medical policies, and profit pressures are reshaping care, often at the expense of patients. Warris also shares powerful stories from the front lines and what his company is doing to help. 0:00:00 - Intro 0:02:40 - Warris Bokhari's Background 0:03:48 - Claimable and Breaking Down the Problems with the US Healthcare System 0:24:55 - Medicare & Medicaid 0:33:19 - ACA 0:40:56 - What Claimable Does 0:43:31 - AI Denials 0:55:54 - Breakage & Shift Left 1:01:22 - Potential Solutions 1:03:37 - How Mark Cuban Factors In 1:05:35 - Real Life Stories of the US Healthcare System's Failure 1:14:40 - Why Warris Does What He Does Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5 Long-Term Themes You Need to Understand For 2026 | The Weekly Wrap
In this episode of The Weekly Wrap, Steve Eisman breaks down the five long-term structural themes he thinks are crucial to understanding the market in 2026. He explains how tech has come to dominate the stock market and why consumer sectors matter less than ever. He also takes a look at the impact of Index Investing and answers a mailbag question on PayPal’s collapse. 00:00 - Intro 01:15 - Venezuela & Market Ramifications 02:00 - 5 Long-Term Structural Themes To Understand the Market 05:08 - Tech & Tech Related Stocks Dominate the Market 12:18 - Consumer Stocks, Consumers' Impact on Movement & Every Day Life 15:31 - The Impact of Index Investing 18:59 - Mailbag: PayPal's Recent Performance 22:14 - Outro Watch my Financial Literacy Masterclass video here: https://youtu.be/u8chA7LC8lU Watch my Masterclass on the 2008 Financial Crisis (Part One) here: https://youtu.be/4bSCdJTbR8I Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2026 Predictions with Dan Ives and Chris Verrone | The Real Eisman Playbook Episode 40
On this episode of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman is joined by Dan Ives (Wedbush) and Chris Verrone (Strategas) to wrap up 2025 and look ahead to what's in store for 2026. They dive deep into the concerns of AI, the struggling housing market, Tesla's uncertainty, and much more. 0:00:00 - Intro 0:01:55 - 2025 Recap 0:07:00 - Big Concerns & AI 2.0 0:21:03 - Oracle 0:28:26 - Housing is Still Dead 0:30:54 - Tesla 0:34:38 - Financials 0:40:35 - Software's Struggles 0:43:20 - Healthcare 0:46:32 - What's Been Left For Dead? 0:51:16 - Fed Cuts 0:53:35 - Are There Too Many Players in AI? 0:59:12 - Predictions For 2026 & Crypto Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Steve Eisman's Masterclass on the 2008 Financial Crisis (Part Two) | The Real Eisman Playbook Ep 39
Go to https://groundnews.com/real for a better way to stay informed. Subscribe through my link for 40% off unlimited access to world-wide coverage. On this episode of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman continues his masterclass on the Great Financial Crisis of 2008. Steve explains why the collapse was inevitable once Wall Street buried itself in leverage, subprime exposure, and derivatives. He also discusses what happened in the aftermath of the collapse and where we stand today. Watch Part One Here: https://youtu.be/4bSCdJTbR8I Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Steve Eisman's 2025 Wrap Up: 4 Themes Defining the Market Today | The Weekly Wrap
Go to https://groundnews.com/real for a better way to stay informed. Subscribe through my link for 40% off unlimited access to world-wide coverage. In this special 2025 Year-End edition of The Weekly Wrap, Steve Eisman analyzes the four themes that defined the market: the K-shaped economy, the AI bubble debate, private credit risks, and the affordability crisis. Steve shares why the "scaling" thesis of AI reminds him of the subprime assumptions of 2008 and breaks down the performance of all 11 S&P sectors. 00:00 - Intro 01:32 - Yearly Recap 03:18 - The K-Shaped Economy 04:18 - AI Revolution or AI Bubble? 11:17 - Private Debt 13:44 - Affordability 19:08 - The 11 Sectors of the S&P 28:35 - Outro Watch my Financial Literacy Masterclass video here: https://youtu.be/u8chA7LC8lU Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Steve Eisman's Masterclass on the 2008 Financial Crisis (Part One) | The Real Eisman Playbook Ep 38
Go to https://groundnews.com/real for a better way to stay informed. Subscribe through my link for 40% off unlimited access to world-wide coverage. On this episode of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman discusses a very complicated topic: the 2008 financial crisis. In part one of this masterclass, Steve walks through how banks actually work, why risk was misunderstood, and how the warning signs were missed 00:00 - Intro 01:33 - Causes of the Financial Crisis 36:50 - Where I Come Into the Story 42:00 - Outro Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Netflix & Paramount’s WBD Fight Heats Up + Oracle Falls as AI Doubts Grow | The Weekly Wrap
On this episode of The Weekly Wrap, Steve Eisman breaks down the Netflix/Paramount battle for Warner Bros Discovery and why he isn't certain that Netflix's deal will go through. He also discusses Oracle's rough week, the increasing anxiety surrounding AI, housing updates, and more. 00:00 - Intro 02:23 - Fed Cut Update 02:45 - Oracle's Stock Goes Down 04:37 - Housing Update 05:25 - Netflix & Paramount Battle For Warner Bros. 10:26 - Risks in the AI World 15:53 - Mailbag: Benefits For AI 21:03 - Outro Watch my Financial Literacy Masterclass video here: https://youtu.be/u8chA7LC8lU Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Inside the Industrial Comeback & AI’s Power Crisis with Nigel Coe | The Real Eisman Playbook Ep 37
On this episode of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman is joined by Nigel Coe from Wolfe Research to discuss a variety of topics across the industrial sector. The two of them break down the year in AI stocks, the state of the housing market, GE Vernova, the AI power crisis, and much more. Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Housing Market is Broken: Why Homes Are Unaffordable & What It Takes to Fix It | The Weekly Wrap
On this episode of The Weekly Wrap, Steve Eisman breaks down the latest in the market, including the recent rally and why the Fed's rate "tinkering" doesn't matter in the long run. He also discusses the housing affordability crisis, revealing why local supply issues are the true roadblock to building affordable homes. He also breaks down the ongoing crypto correction and the intense AI fear gripping software stocks like Salesforce. 00:00 - Intro 00:50 - The Market Rallies Back 02:00 - A Quick Correction 02:24 - Crypto Update 03:36 - Salesforce & AI Anxiety 05:12 - The Broken Housing Market 17:19 - Mailbag: Mutual Funds vs ETFs 19:21 - Outro Watch my Financial Literacy Masterclass video here: https://youtu.be/u8chA7LC8lU Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Steve Eisman Reflects on 2008, The Big Short & Today’s K-Shaped Economy | The Real Eisman Playbook Episode 36
On this episode of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman speaks at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. He breaks down exactly what happened with the financial crisis in 2008, how it was portrayed in The Big Short, and takes questions regarding the current state of the market and America's K-shaped economy. 00:00 - Intro 02:18 - How I Got To Wall Street 06:30 - The Buy Side & The Sell Side 08:26 - The Financial Crisis 21:05 - Audience Questions Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Google Surges Past OpenAI and AI Faces a Bigger Crisis That Could Break the Boom | The Weekly Wrap
On this episode of The Weekly Wrap, Steve Eisman breaks down a wild week in the market as Google's Gemini 3 passes OpenAI. Steve discusses how the AI battle compares to the railroad revolution, Dell's earnings, Michael Burry's warnings, and the emerging power crisis that could break the AI boom. 00:00 - Intro 01:15 - The Market Rallies Back 02:03 - Dell 03:55 - Google Catches Up to OpenAI 09:30 - The Binding Constraint & How It Pertains to AI 17:26 - Mailbag 20:51 - Outro To get 15% off your unique gifts this year, go to https://uncommongoods.com/eisman Watch my Financial Literacy Masterclass video here: https://youtu.be/u8chA7LC8lU Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why It’s So Difficult For Companies to Go Public: A CFO Explains the Process | The Real Eisman Playbook Episode 35
On this episode of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman is joined by Amy Butte, the Chief Financial Officer at Navan. Amy was also the CFO of the New York Stock Exchange when it went public in the early 2000s. We explore what it means and how difficult it is to take a private company public. 00:00 - Intro 03:10 - Amy's Time as the CFO of The New York Stock Exchange 17:05 - How Navan Went Public 26:16 - What Navan Does 30:42 - What is a Road Show? 41:30 - How Young People Should Approach the Future Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NVIDIA’S Explosive Growth Can’t Hide the Market’s AI Panic | The Weekly Wrap
On this episode of The Weekly Wrap, Steve Eisman breaks down NVIDIA's record-breaking surge. The company continues to grow, but the overall anxiety around AI is undeniable. Steve also breaks down some earnings from Home Depot, Target, Lowe's, and Walmart. He also takes a variety of mailbag questions. Don't wait for a problem to remind you you're uncovered. Policies start as low as $29/month. Get protected in minutes at NEXTInsurance.com 00:00 - Intro 01:05 - NVIDIA Had a Big Week, But the Market Reversed. Why? 06:50 - Oracle 07:40 - Home Depot 09:13 - Lowe's 09:59 - Target 10:47 - Walmart 12:46 - Blue Owl 14:15 - Mailbag: Is the 2%/20% Fair? 16:34 - Mailbag: Identifying When a Stock Has Reached Fair Value 18:23 - Mailbag: The Indian Stock Market 19:20 - Mailbag: Progressive 20:37 - Outro Watch my Financial Literacy Masterclass video here: https://youtu.be/u8chA7LC8lU Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Inside Publishing’s Big Shakeup: AI, TikTok & the Battle Ahead | The Real Eisman Playbook Episode 34
On this episode of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman is joined by Regina Brooks (Serendipity Literary Agency), Jennifer Weis (The Weis Agency), and Anthony Ziccardi (Post Hill Press) to discuss the ever-changing publishing industry. From the influence of BookTok to the increasing use of AI tools, the entire ecosystem is rapidly transforming. The four of them explore their concerns, their hopes, and what the industry might look like in the future. 00:00 - Intro 02:27 - How the Industry Has Changed 09:52 - The Power Shifts Between Agents, Publishers, and Editors 17:52 - What Makes an Unbelievable Book & How Data Factors In 25:30 - How AI Has Changed Everything 36:35 - What We're Most Worried About & Most Excited About 46:07 - The TikTok Effect 49:44 - Distribution & The Future of Publishing 56:15 - Outro Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Shutdown Ends, Burry’s New AI Warning & Disney Stumbles | The Weekly Wrap
On this episode of The Weekly Wrap, Steve Eisman breaks down the end of the government shutdown, Michael Burry's warning about AI accounting, Disney & Paramounts struggles, and earnings from CoreWeave, Cisco, Circle, and more. 00:00 - Intro 01:05 - Life Update 01:40 - The Government Shutdown Finally Ends 02:22 - Only 10 Companies Reported This Week 02:46 - Consumers Are Still Struggling, Burry's Warning About AI, and Big Banks 06:26 - Earnings: CoreWeave, Disney, Paramount, Cisco, Circle, and More 13:55 - Mailbag: Why We're in an M&A Advisory Boom 14:58 - Outro Watch my Financial Literacy Masterclass video here: https://youtu.be/u8chA7LC8lU Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. On this episode of The Weekly Wrap, Steve Eisman breaks down the end of the government shutdown, Michael Burry's warning about AI accounting, Disney & Paramounts struggles, and earnings from CoreWeave, Cisco, Circle, and more. 00:00 - Intro 01:05 - Life Update 01:40 - The Government Shutdown Finally Ends 02:22 - Only 10 Companies Reported This Week 02:46 - Consumers Are Still Struggling, Burry's Warning About AI, and Big Banks 06:26 - Earnings: CoreWeave, Disney, Paramount, Cisco, Circle, and More 13:55 - Mailbag: Why We're in an M&A Advisory Boom 14:58 - Outro Watch my Financial Literacy Masterclass video here: https://youtu.be/u8chA7LC8lU Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices