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Tonight Dee and Anand are joined by Dr. Deepak Dugar to discuss a recent procedure Anand had done and dive into the importance of breathing correctly. Then Dee and Anand dive into the topics of the week including Burning Man, Retailers' private label brand revenue, Deion Sanders coaching the Colorado Buffalo, Messi's first game in LA, Taylor Swift vs. Michael Jackson debate, and finishing the episode wishing Arian good luck on his last episode, and a story from Jav and the boys. 

Timeline of What Was Discussed:

• Stealing is SO easy. (0:00) 

• Deepak saved my life! (8:54) 

• The 411 on Ozempic. (19:54) 

• Community takes effort. (26:00) 

• The “heroes” of Burning Man. (40:00) 

• The genius of Costco. (44:38) 

• Do you believe now? The impressive debut of Coach Prime. (49:55) 

• Farwell Ari. (1:02:16) 

• Newport fight nights with ‘the boys’. (1:10:22) 

• The Messi spectacle hits LA. (1:17:18) 

• Whose music will be more timeless? Michael Jackson or Taylor Swift? (1:20:42) 

• Group Chat Shout Outs. (1:26:43) 

Related Links/Products Mentioned 

• Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones - Netflix 

• Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art: Nestor, James 

• 4.4 million Americans now on GLP-1 drugs 

• 4 in 10 Americans say they don't have a best friend 

• Burning Man Doused: 73,000 Stuck at festival amid unprecedented rain, muddy conditions  

• LVMH: The Complete History and Strategy - Acquired 

• The Complete History & Strategy of Costco - Acquired 

• Private label brands revenue: Kirkland, Aldi, Trader Joes…    

• The Deion Sanders Experiment at Colorado Begins With a Wild Win 

• Visit Knocked for an exclusive offer for Group Chat listeners! **Code Groupchat for 20% off your first bottle**  

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Today, Dee and Anand are joined by The Tommy Group to discuss collegiate athletes’ right to monetize their Name, Image, and Likeness for commercial promotion. Then, Dee and Anand dive into pressing topics: U.S. job growth slowdown in August, SEC's impending ruling on BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF, strategies for navigating the Property Meltdown in Five Charts, Amazon CEO's caution for remote employees, Hurricane Idalia's Florida impact, and Mitch McConnell's frozen press appearance. Stay tuned for insights and this week's Winners, Losers, and Content!

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Timeline of What Was Discussed:

• A Group Chat exclusive interview with the TOMMY Group on all things NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness). (0:00) 

• A white-collar recession. (34:45) 

• This is not financial advice. (40:50) 

• Fake news vs real news. (47:45) 

• How to play the property meltdown. (50:18) 

• It’s patriotic to work. (57:05) 

• The need for better disaster relief in the U.S. (1:01:14) 

• We can’t have these people running the country. (1:02:34) 

• Winners, Losers, and Content. (1:07:03) 

• Group Chat Shout Outs. (1:18:21) 

Related Links/Products Mentioned 

• INTRODUCING THE TOMMY GROUP - PR Newswire 

• ‎Almost Pro: USC Football on Apple Podcasts 

• U.S. job growth slowed sharply to 177,000 in August, below expectations, ADP says 

• SEC ruling on BlackRock's spot #Bitcoin ETF Approval due this week - BITCOINLFG® on X 

• How to Play the Property Meltdown in Five Charts 

• Amazon CEO reportedly told remote employees: “It’s probably not going to work out” 

• Photos: See the Damage as Hurricane Idalia Hits Florida 

• Mitch McConnell Freezes Again in Press Appearance 

• #2026 - Peter Berg - The Joe Rogan Experience | Podcast on Spotify 

• Watch Painkiller | Netflix Official Site 

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Tonight, Drama, Dee, and Anand discuss a diverse array of intriguing topics. They delve into the complexities of $NVDA, exploring its significance beyond a closed loop. Samantha LaDuc's insights on X shed light on this matter. Shifting gears, they examine Instacart's bold move with a US IPO, dissecting Techmeme's analysis on X. Addressing security concerns, they dissect a retailer's warning about in-store crime via TheStreet. The trio also contemplates TikTok trends dominating back-to-college shopping and a mystery company's ambitious $800M land purchase for a new California city, as reported by Business Insider. They venture into the Silicon Valley elite's city-building aspirations. Lastly, they uncover the opulence of America's priciest ZIP code and provide surprising exercise recommendations from an expert. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion!

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Timeline of What Was Discussed:

• Does Drama believe he can actually beat Jake Paul? (0:00) 

• It REALLY does matter geographically where you grow up, where you go to college, and where you end up working. (5:00) 

• Series B energy. (28:04) 

• Everything’s fake. (33:35) 

• Instacart’s BIG win. (40:57) 

• “I think I should go steal today.” (45:11) 

• TikTok Rush Week. (55:40) 

• Vivek knows how to play the crowd. (1:02:45) 

• Silicon Valley’s elite's city-building aspirations. (1:06:09) 

• The most expensive zip code in America. (1:16:37) 

• How much exercise should you be doing a day? (1:22:44) 

• Group Chat Shout Outs. (1:28:55) 

Related Links/Products Mentioned 

• Watch Untold: Swamp Kings | Netflix Official Site 

• The TOMMY Group 

• $NVDA is more than a closed loop. - Samantha LaDuc on X 

• All-In Podcast - E143: Nvidia smashes earnings, Arm walks the plank, M&A market, Vivek dominates GOP debate & more 

• Instacart files for a US IPO - Techmeme on X 

• Another massive retailer is sounding the alarm about this scary in-store crime — TheStreet 

• Watch Painkiller | Netflix Official Site 

• Why TikTok trends may take over the back-to-college shopping season 

• Vivek Ramaswamy's Big Night in the Milwaukee Debate - The Atlantic 

• Mystery company bought thousands of acres of land for $800M to build new California city — Business Insider 

• The Silicon Valley Elite Who Want to Build a City From Scratch 

• Inside the Most Expensive ZIP Code in America 

• Here's how much exercise you should be doing each day, says expert: It's 'less than you might think' 

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Today, Dee and Anand are joined by Josh Kaplan to discuss Ghost’s series B close. Then, Drama, Dee, and Anand delve into the latest happenings, from India's lunar milestone with the Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft to the shocking demise of Prigozhin in a Russian plane crash. They also unpack Nvidia's staggering 170% sales leap projection fueled by AI chip demand, and Peloton's struggles—a 30% share dip, increased losses, and slumping sales tied to a Bike recall and seasonal trends. Tune in for these updates and more on this week’s Winners, Losers, and Content!

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Timeline of What Was Discussed:

• Behind the scenes of the process of raising capital from Dee Murthy and Josh Kaplan, co-founders of Ghost. (0:00) 

• When have you ever been proud to be the fourth at anything? (38:26) 

• Is the entertaining outcome the most likely? (45:16) 

• It’s earning season! The latest of Nvidia, Nike, Foot Locker, Peloton, and more! (51:33) 

• Winners, Losers, and Content. (1:02:57) 

• Group Chat Shout Outs. (1:15:23) 

Related Links/Products Mentioned 

• B2B inventory marketplace Ghost reappears with $30M Series B to expand outside US 

• Ghost | B2B Marketplace for surplus inventory 

• India becomes fourth country to land on the moon, first on the south pole, with Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft 

• Andrew Huberman: Relationships, Drama, Betrayal, Sex, and Love | Lex Fridman Podcast #393 

• BREAKING: US officials say they expected this to be the fate of Wagner Group chief Prigozhin - The Spectator Index on X 

• Nvidia's Stock Surge Pushes CEO's Fortune As High as $46 Billion 

• Nike Stock Is on a Record Losing Streak. It's Not the Only One. 

• Foot Locker shares plunge 30% as it slashes guidance and blames 'consumer softness' 

• Peloton shares drop 30% after posting wider than expected loss, falling sales due to Bike recall, seasonality 

• Macy's, Dick's, and Lowe's are sounding alarms on US shoppers 

• Abercrombie & Fitch shares soar 15% as retailer blows past earnings estimates, raises guidance 

• Rudy Giuliani poses for mugshot in Georgia ahead of Trump surrender in 2020 election case 

• Watch Untold: Swamp Kings | Netflix Official Site 

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Tonight, Drama, Dee, and Anand discuss a whirlwind of topics, from the impact of Hurricane Hilary to the financial storm caused by Farfetch's stock plummeting over 30% due to missed revenue expectations. Meta's stricter RTO policy and Kroger's unexpected title as America's top sushi seller spark debates. A tweet by @jason about medication pricing raises eyebrows. Shifting gears, they delve into China's changing economic landscape post its 40-year boom. Surprisingly, the No. 1 city for traffic congestion isn't LA or NYC—it's revealed in this engaging episode.

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Timeline of What Was Discussed:

• No intro. (0:00) 

• Mother Nature is scary. (4:55) 

• The Murthy kids take Dodger Stadium. (16:04) 

• Shout out to Dee and the team over at Ghost! (26:31) 

• Is luxury the issue or Farfetch? (47:38) 

• The work-from-home party seems to be over. (50:41) 

• The biggest seller of sushi may surprise you. (1:00:07) 

• The cost of Ozempic by country. (1:05:04) 

• China’s changing economic landscape. (1:08:18) 

• This is the U.S. city with the worst traffic. (1:12:29) 

• Group Chat Shout Outs. (1:14:19) 

Related Links/Products Mentioned 

• B2B inventory marketplace Ghost reappears with $30M Series B to expand outside US 

• Farfetch stock tanks more than 30% after luxury fashion company misses quarterly revenue expectations — MarketWatch 

• Meta updates its RTO policy with a stricter mandate — Business Insider 

• Kroger is now the biggest sushi seller in America - Gunjan Banerji on X 

• So the fattest country on the list charges 10x what the skinny countries charge for Ozempic and wegovy? - @jason on Twitter 

• Watch Painkiller | Netflix Official Site 

• China’s 40-Year Boom Is Over. What Comes Next? 

• This is the No. 1 U.S. city with the worst traffic—it's not LA or NYC — CNBC 

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Today, Drama, Dee, and Anand discuss a rollercoaster week in finance. Hawaiian Electric's stock plummets post-restructuring report, while Goldman Sachs points fingers at zero-day options for the S&P 500 sell-off, scrutinized by unusual_whales on Twitter. Mortgage rates hit a staggering 7.09%, a two-decade high, impacting the housing market. Meanwhile, a mysterious artist's song gains traction among right-wingers after Jason Aldean. Culture wars sting Target akin to Bud Light, boosting T.J. Maxx and HomeGoods. Walmart's raised earnings forecast reflects grocery and online growth, while Cava and Sweetgreen face delivery dips. Lastly, tomato sauce turns unexpectedly lucrative. Tune in for these stories and this week’s Winners, Losers, and Content!

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Timeline of What Was Discussed:

• Has Group Chat fallen off the rails? (0:47) 

• A have and have not’s situation. (2:58) 

• Will Hawaiian Electric survive? (11:02) 

• How the Fed consistently has NO idea what they are doing. (14:40) 

• There is a MASSIVE change happening in this country. (27:52) 

• A signal that diners are growing thriftier. (43:10) 

• What a great way to leverage your brand. (46:13) 

• Winner, Losers, and Content. (50:05) 

• Group Chat Shout Outs. (1:03:12) 

Related Links/Products Mentioned 

• Hawaiian Electric Stock Tumbles After Restructuring Report 

• Fed minutes: Fed officials see inflation 'upside risks' 

• Goldman Sachs, $GS, is blaming zero-day options for fuelling the S&P 500 sell off - unusual_whales on Twitter 

• Mortgage Rates Hit 7.09%, Highest in More Than 20 Years 

• Right-Wingers Rally Around New Song By Unknown Artist After Jason Aldean 

• Target, Much Like Bud Light, Is Stung by Culture Wars 

• The Backlash to Rachel Zegler’s ‘Snow White’ Is Out of Control 

• Shoppers are spending big at T.J. Maxx, HomeGoods as Target sales slide 

• Watch Untold: Johnny Football | Netflix Official Site 

• Cava and Sweetgreen see delivery orders fall as customers pick up their own food 

• This Tomato Sauce Is Delicious. It’s Also Worth Billions of Dollars. 

• Walmart raises full-year earnings forecast as grocery, online growth fuel higher sales 

• Neymar joins Al Hilal in Saudi Pro League, leaving Paris Saint-Germain 

• 'The Blind Side' Controversy: What Michael Oher Said The ... - TODAY 

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Tonight, Drama and Dee discuss the ongoing battle against the Maui wildfires, with crews combating "flare-ups" as the death toll reaches a staggering 93. They delve into the concerning trend of record-high student absences since COVID-forced school closures ended, and the heartbreaking dilemma faced by 56% of borrowers who must choose between paying student loans and buying groceries. A surprising turn takes them to the courtroom, where FTX's Sam Bankman-Fried faces jail time for witness tampering. The duo covers Amazon's bold move to cut numerous house brands amidst cost challenges and regulatory pressures. They explore Tapestry CEO's perspective on the $8.5 billion deal for Capri, the owner of Michael Kors, as well as the captivating showdown between Zuck and Musk on social media. Tune in for this gripping episode packed with news and insights.

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Timeline of What Was Discussed:

• “I’ve been Gen Z my whole life!” (2:27) 

• Is Bobbi Althoff an industry plant? (8:07) 

• A national tragedy in Maui. (11:08) 

• Everyone is looking for hope and community. (13:25) 

• 2024’s Presidential candidate is anyone’s guess. (25:10) 

• The new trend is “flash mob” robberies. (34:36) 

• Your parents must go to work, you must go to school. (38:29) 

• What is the solution for the student loan situation? (46:22) 

• The best thing about the internet. (57:35) 

• SBF is the epitome of privilege. (1:02:14) 

• Amazon’s biggest mistake. (1:04:34) 

• Luxury brands NEED to PAY their creative directors. (1:09:42) 

• The latest of Elon vs. Zuckerberg. (1:15:55) 

• Group Chat Shout Outs. (1:23:58) 

Related Links/Products Mentioned 

• 57% of Gen Z and millennials struggle to avoid impulse purchases 

• DRAKE: Sundae Conversation with Caleb Pressley - YouTube 

• Maui wildfire crews continue to fight "flare-ups" as death toll rises to 93 — CBS News 

• Watch Painkiller | Netflix Official Site 

• Vivek Ramaswamy raps Eminem’s ‘Lose Yourself’ at Iowa State Fair 

• ‘Mob of criminals’ stole up to $100k worth of merchandise at Los Angeles mall, police say 

• Nationwide, students have been absent at record rates since schools reopened after COVID-forced closures. - The Associated Press on Twitter 

• When student loan payments resume, 56% of borrowers say they'll have to choose between their debt and buying groceries 

• U.S. judge sends FTX's Sam Bankman-Fried to jail over witness tampering 

• WSJ News Exclusive | Amazon Cuts Dozens of House Brands as It Battles Costs, Regulators 

• Tapestry CEO on $8.5 billion deal for Michael Kors owner Capri: We made the right call 

• Zuck vs Musk - Watcher.Guru on Twitter 

• Zimmermann's stylish exit even more notable given global downturn 

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Today, Dee and Anand discuss a whirlwind of topics shaping headlines, from Dave Portnoy's Twitter announcement about reclaiming Barstool Sports to the game-changing PENN Entertainment and ESPN partnership for U.S. online sports betting. They also dissect the alarming U.S. debt figures highlighted by The Kobeissi Letter and delve into CarDealershipGuy's intriguing chart on car expenses. The duo covers Roblox's stocks plummet, Hawaii's raging wildfires, and pedestrian traffic's return to pre-pandemic norms. Tune in for insightful analysis and this week's Winners, Losers, and Content!

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Timeline of What Was Discussed:

• Dee recaps his latest Vegas trip. (1:08) 

• BLOCKBUSTER news in the sports media world. (12:03) 

• Incredible statistics on the current US debt. (24:15) 

• Are you paying a $1,000/month car payment?! (29:03) 

• America loves ‘junky’ iced coffee. (33:13) 

• I thought gaming was hot? (36:19) 

• Devastating wildfires in Maui. (41:40) 

• Pedestrian traffic compared to pre-pandemic levels. (44:21) 

• Winners, Losers, and Content. (47:18) 

• Group Chat Shout Outs. (1:05:17) 

Related Links/Products Mentioned 

• I Bought Back Barstool Sports - Dave Portnoy on Twitter 

• PENN Entertainment and ESPN Enter into Long-Term Exclusive Strategic Alliance for U.S. Online Sports Betting 

• The U.S. Now Has... record debt - The Kobeissi Letter on Twitter 

• Fascinating chart showing % of residents paying over $1,000/month for their cars. - CarDealershipGuy on Twitter 

• Dutch Bros jets to five-month high after earnings, CEO announcement 

• Roblox shares drop 20% after company misses estimates on top and bottom line 

• Wildfires burn historic Maui town of Lahaina, prompt evacuations across Hawaii 

• Pedestrian traffic compared to pre-pandemic levels - John Pompliano on Twitter 

• Roundup: 78-year-old hiker found after getting lost for nearly 2 days in forest, more news 

• UPS drivers’ new $170k per year deal shows that unions (and Joe Biden) may just save the middle class after all 

• NFL Ratings Dominance Starts Early With Biggest Hall Of Fame Game 

• Watch Untold: Johnny Football | Netflix Official Site 

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Tonight, Drama and Anand discuss an eclectic mix of topics on their podcast. From Anand's thrilling encounter with Taylor Swift at SoFi to Peter Schiff's insightful take on rising home prices due to falling mortgage rates and increased female workforce participation. They delve into the staggering 30% surge in median home prices in Los Angeles over the past 5 years. Additionally, they explore the decision of @jason to return to the office to connect with amazing individuals. Lastly, they share their thoughts on 'Barbie' crossing the $1 billion mark at the Box Office and Musk's intriguing announcement of a cage fight with Zuckerberg, to be streamed on X. Tune in for an engaging and diverse discussion!

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Timeline of What Was Discussed:

• Is Ari still dedicated? (2:59) 

• Taylor saves America. (13:15) 

• Drama's take on Paul vs Diaz. (28:56) 

• The longevity of talent. (34:30) 

• The current state of real estate. (39:11) 

• Not a good sign for the 'Zoom' crowd. (45:33) 

• Should we put a wrap on Musk vs Zuckerberg? (1:03:34) 

Related Links/Products Mentioned 

• 40 years of falling mortgage rates, plus married women entering the workforce, allowed home prices to rise much faster than incomes. - Peter Schiff on Twitter 

• The median home listed in Los Angeles will soon cost more than $1 million — up 30% in 5 years 

• I’ve decided to go back to work in an office, because there are so many amazing humans I want to spend time with. - @jason on Twitter 

• ‘Barbie’ Surpasses $1 Billion at the Box Office 

• Musk says his cage fight with Zuckerberg will be streamed on X 

• Jake Paul Responds to Conor McGregor on Twitter: 'Shut the F--k Up' 

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Today, Dee and Anand consider the world of alcohol with Mogul Brett Berish. Then, Drama, Dee, and Anand discuss Uber's first-ever operating profit, SharkNinja's NYSE trading debut, Birkenstock's potential IPO in September, and Nike's plans for a network of boutique fitness studios. Tune in for insightful analysis, industry trends, and this week's Winners, Losers, and Content!

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Timeline of What Was Discussed:

• “If something is hot, I don’t want to do it.” Self-Made interview series with Brett Berish, Founder & CEO of Sovereign Brands. (1:37) 

• Get your tin-foil panda dunks on! (33:00) 

• Breaking down Uber’s first-ever operating profit. (42:03) 

• You can create the next SharkNinja! (55:28) 

• Is the IPO party back on?! (1:01:39) 

• Nike’s latest fitness concept. (1:05:53) 

• Winners, Losers, and Content. (1:13:07) 

• Group Chat Shout Outs. (1:30:22) 

Related Links/Products Mentioned 

• Uber reports its first operating profit ever. - App Economy Insights on Twitter 

• SharkNinja starts trading on NYSE 

• Birkenstock could be launching an IPO as soon as September - Morning Brew on Twitter 

• Nike plans ‘network’ of boutique fitness studios 

• Twitter to be fined for installing 'X' sign on roof of San Francisco 

• Zero-bail policy reinstated in Los Angeles County - KTLA 

• Taylor Swift Gave Over $55 Million in Bonuses to Eras Tour Crew 

• Lizzo sued by three former dancers alleging harassment 

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