In this episode of the Cents of Security Podcast, host Mary MacNamara and Interactive Brokers Senior Economist Jose Torres unpack the Federal Reserve’s September rate cut, its implications for labor markets, inflation, and investor sentiment. They also explore geopolitical developments, tariff dynamics, and the outlook for future monetary policy decisions.

In this episode of the Cents Security Podcast, host Mary MacNamara speaks with Nitesh Shah, Head of Commodity Research at WisdomTree UK, about the critical roles copper and platinum play in electrification, clean energy, and portfolio diversification. From EVs and hydrogen fuel cells to inflation hedging and futures markets, this deep dive explores how these metals shape our tech and investment landscapes.

A deep dive into IPOs, unicorns, and startup liquidity with Jeffrey Fidelman, CEO of Fidelman & Company. From venture capital to public markets, this episode explores the journey, myths, and mechanics behind going public.

Mary MacNamara from Interactive Brokers speaks with Russell Burns of Finimize about what it means to go long or short in investing, and why short interest matters.

How does OPEC move oil markets—and what does it mean for U.S. energy and your heating bills? Mary MacNamara talks with IBKR Senior Economist Jose Torres about supply cuts, political pressures, and the future of fossil fuels in a changing energy landscape.

When researching a company, you can sometimes be surprised to find that the company is part of a larger group called a holding company. What is the structure of the holding company? What is reason of joining a holding company? We cover all of that and more!  Russell Burns, Analyst at Finimize joins Cassidy Clement to discuss.

The US National Debt is a popular topic, but what makes up that number and more importantly how did we get to such a big number?  Nicholas Colas, Co-Founder at DataTrek Research joins Cassidy Clement to discuss.

In this episode of the Cents of Security podcast, Cassidy Clement speaks with Scott Bauer, CEO of Prosper Trading Academy LLC, about the rise of alternative and renewable energy. From solar and wind to nuclear and biomass, we explore what's driving this sector’s rapid growth—and how investors can gain exposure.

Cassidy Clement reflects on the creation and impact of the Cents of Security podcast, which was designed to fill a gap in beginner-friendly financial education. She also shares insights from her work in SEO and content at Interactive Brokers, highlighting the importance of making complex financial topics accessible and searchable.

Central Bank rates are being watched closely these days, leaving people with many questions. What are central bank rates and who sets them? In this episode we discuss all of that and more!