Money isn't just money. It's culture. It's news. It's being able to retire. Every Wednesday, the TLDR podcast catches you up on everything going on in the world of money that you didn't know you actually cared about. Hosted by Devin Friedman, Sarah Rieger (business reporter) and Matt Karasz (resident capitalist/head of Wealthsimple trading). Subscribe to our newsletter: http://wsim.co/tldr
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What would our relationship with money be like if we talked about it honestly? We made a podcast to answer just that.
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The BetaKit Podcast Channel features weekly podcasts discussing both Canadian tech and innovation, as well as global tech from a Canadian perspective.
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For years, Canada has been a fintech nation on the rise. Join Alex Vronces, the Executive Director of Fintechs Canada, and Sue Britton, CEO of Firefly Growth and a renowned entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience in the financial industry, as they sit down with the innovators shaping the future of Canadian finance. From groundbreaking startups to established players, our guests share their stories, strategies, and visions for the future. Tune in for exclusive insights and real conversa ...
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Welcome to ReSolve Riffs Investment Podcast, hosted by the team at ReSolve Global*, where evidence inspires confidence. These podcasts will dig deep to uncover investment truths and life hacks you won’t find in the mainstream media, covering topics that appeal to left-brained robots, right-brained poets and everyone in between. In this show we interview deep thinkers in the world of quantitative finance such as Larry Swedroe, Meb Faber and many more, all with the goal of helping you reach ex ...
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Entrepreneurs in Small Rooms Drinking Coffee, or #smallrooms, is a live, unfiltered podcast where Rob Kenedi talks candidly with entrepreneurs and investors about the details of starting a tech company. Get into the trenches with founders going through the process of building a technology company in real time.
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Steadcast is a podcast all about UX, startups, and making users happy. Each week we bring on a new guest to share their tips about how to make users smile. The SteadfastCast is produced by SteadfastBeta, a user research startup helping companies test their ideas and products. If you have a product that needs great user feedback, get in touch at steadfastbeta.com. Thanks to our venue and technology sponsor the DMZ at Ryerson University.
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Welcome to Tell Me More, a tech podcast where unconventional founders and CEOs speak about their lives! Featuring speakers such as Andy Yang (CEO of 500px), Dawoon Kang (Co-Founder of Coffee Meets Bagel), and Phillip Picardi (Digital Editorial Director of Teen Vogue). From life, career, and everything in-between, a new innovator will be interviewed each week. If you've ever wondered about the personal triumphs and insights behind tech's greatest entrepreneurs, this podcast is for you. Listen ...
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Can Wealthsimple build Canada’s largest financial institution?
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“I think we’re going to build the largest Canadian financial institution. That is a giant opportunity, and our focus on delivering that in Canada has helped us grow way faster.” Ten years in, Wealthsimple is profitable with $50 billion in AUA. How did the company get here and what comes next? Co-founders Brett Huneycutt (CPO) and Michael Katchen (C…
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ReSolve Riffs with Justin Castelli - Descript
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In this episode, the ReSolve team delves into a profound conversation with Justin Caselli, a financial advisor and life coach, who shares his journey of self-discovery and alignment of spirit, mind, and body. He discusses how this alignment influences financial stability and the concept of living an authentic life. Topics Discussed • Justin's perso…
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ETFs have long been known as “safe,” “boring” investments. What happens when they go rogue? On this week’s TLDR, a look at the boom in non-traditional ETFs, and how to keep your portfolio safe when investing in them. Plus, demand for nuclear energy is soaring. Will Saskatchewan (yes, Saskatchewan) be the big economic winner? And, the TLDR team goes…
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Clio’s Jack Newton can build another Shopify without building like Shopify
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"Our DNA is Canadian, but if it's going to help increase the odds that we can build a terrific company hiring out of the US or hiring elsewhere in Canada, we'll do that in a heartbeat." Come for the fireside chat with Clio CEO and co-founder Jack Newton, recorded live at BetaKit Town Hall: Vancouver. Stay for the AMA with BC tech leaders. Presented…
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Doomberg - Chips, China & Power Plays: The Big Bets on a Multipolar World
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In this episode, the ReSolve team is joined by Doomberg, a popular regular on the show, to discuss a wide range of topics including AI, geopolitics, energy, and the financial markets. They delve into the complexities of the emerging multipolar world, the rise of China in the technology sector, the implications of AI, and the potential risks and nua…
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Play the Stock Market Game Matt Can’t Win
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There’s a new stock trading game out there — and Matthew and his finance bro friends are really, really bad at it. On this week’s TLDR, what their failures teach us about how hard it is to play the market… even if you know what the future holds. Plus, a look at how and why crypto industry money is flooding the U.S. election. And, what the aftermath…
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Does Canada have the leverage to regulate Big Tech?
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“We just don’t have the clout to be able to successfully push policy on top of these platforms without cooperation or partnership from other countries.” Former Google Canada and Twitter Canada exec Rory Capern joins to discuss the ongoing US Big Tech antitrust cases, the state of social media and digital advertising, and what recourse (if any) Cana…
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Diversification 2.0: Mastering the Art of Portable Alpha
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Portable alpha (or as we like to call it: Return Stacking) has become increasingly popular in the financial media (including recent notes from industry giants like BlackRock, Russell Investments, and AQR) but many advisors are left asking: What does portable alpha mean? How might it benefit clients? How can I implement it? At Return Stacked Portfol…
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Mike Harris: The Price of Progress: AGI, Philosophy, and the Future of Humanity
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In this interview, Adam Butler is in conversation with Mike Harris, a renowned financial market analyst and philosopher. The discussion is sparked by a Twitter exchange about the impact of low interest rates on the working class. The conversation evolves to cover a wide range of topics from the relationship between Quantitative Easing (QE) and tech…
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A carpenter named Chris made — and lost — hundreds of millions of dollars trading Tesla options. Now he’s suing a bank for damages. On this week’s TLDR, we look at how he claims he got into this mess, and what we can learn from his mistakes. Plus, we make sense of the online prediction markets where gamblers are betting big on the results of the US…
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Creating a winning culture with KOHO's Chief Banking Officer, Peter Aceto
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Join us as we sit down with Peter Aceto, a board member of Fintechs Canada, Chief Banking Officer at KOHO, and former CEO of ING DIRECT (now Tangerine). Peter offers valuable insights into building a winning culture, the role of leadership, and the power of intellectual curiosity. We also explore the future of banking, his journey at Tangerine, and…
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Can Canada successfully scale AI companies?
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“The development of AI is racing ahead from most large corporations’ ability to keep up with it. What does that mean? There’s a nice gap there. There’s a beautiful gap to create products and go fill that gap.” Founders and government capital convene to discuss the go-to-market and scaling realities for AI companies in Canada. Featuring Dwayne Dulma…
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Eric Balchunas: The Hidden Gems of the ETF World You Need to Know!
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In this episode, the ReSolve team is joined by Eric Balchunas to discuss the current state of the ETF industry, the rise of active ETFs, and the impact of Bitcoin and crypto on the market. Eric shares his insights on the 'hot sauce' approach to investing, the role of psychology in investment decisions, and the future of the ETF market. Topics Discu…
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This week, TLDR comes to you live from the Paradise Theatre in Toronto, as our hosts chat with internationally renowned restaurateur and star of the Emmy-award winning show The Bear, Matty Matheson. Learn how Matty dropped out of cooking school, got himself out of tens of thousands of dollars worth of debt, and became the most successful chef enter…
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Viktor Shvets: Surviving a World on Fire: Lessons from History and the Future
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In this episode, the ReSolve team engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Viktor Shvets, a renowned global strategist and author. They delve into the complexities of the current global economic landscape, exploring topics like societal polarization, monetary policy, and the role of demographics in shaping the future. Topics Discussed • A dee…
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Yep, That Annoying Fee Is Illegal
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One of Canada’s biggest monopolies took a hit last week. On this week’s TLDR, what the Cineplex decision means for businesses, moviegoers and the future of hidden fees. And, is Mark Zuckerberg one of the most brilliant business leaders of our time? Matthew certainly thinks so. Plus, what the reopening of Three Mile Island tells us about the future …
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What Canada can learn from AI use in South Africa
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“How do we collect data so that we give it in the hands of the government in an efficient way? We’re in a democratic country. Isn’t this data supposed to inform the government?” Raesetje Sefala, research fellow at The Distributed AI Research Institute (DAIR), joins to discuss her work analyzing the impacts of South African apartheid using computer …
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The importance of industry associations with Wealthsimple's Jess Oliver
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Join us as we talk with Wealthsimple’s Jess Oliver about the importance of industry associations and their role in shaping fintech. Jess also shares what’s underrated about Wealthsimple, her insights on fintech vs. traditional financial institutions, and how her experience in politics and hospitality has shaped her unique perspective. If you enjoye…
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Lower Mortgage Payments! (Could Be Bad?)
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With housing costs continuing to skyrocket, the Canadian government has announced a new set of mortgage rules. On this week’s TLDR, the tricky economics of fixing the housing crisis. Plus, with the stock market soaring, a look at why some investors are sounding the alarm. And, a window into the money-making magic of the most successful YouTuber in …
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Evolving Canada’s AI strategy with CIFAR’s Elissa Strome
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“This is a technology that now is directly impacting society every day and is impacting people's lives. And if we're going to help continue its development in a positive way, we actually need to be involved—not just on the technical side, but also on the policy and the societal impact side as well.” Elissa Strome, executive director of the Pan-Cana…
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Investing in an Irrational World
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When it comes to investing, the general consensus has long been that markets are, generally speaking, pretty efficient. But… what if that’s all wrong? On this week’s TLDR, a look at the financial theory that’s dominated for decades, and why it might be time to change our thinking when it comes to markets. Plus, the European car market is on life su…
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Pablo Srugo wanted to be “insanely rich.” It killed his startup.
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“This was mine. This was done. I was going to be the next Steve Jobs, I was going to be rich—everything was happening. And now they took it away.” As the young co-founder of Ottawa-based Gymtrack, Pablo Srugo had one goal: “become insanely rich.” Now a partner at Mistral VC, he joins the podcast to share what went wrong and caution founders against…
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One Weird Money Trick… That Could Land You in Jail
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Last week, viral TikTok videos showed Chase customers how to withdraw huge amounts of money from the ATM. The only problem? It was completely illegal. On this week’s TLDR, a look at the good, bad and ugly finance tips you can find on TikTok, and some tips for figuring out which is which. Plus, we examine the latest chapter in the Bank of Canada’s r…
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Harley Finkelstein wants Canadian entrepreneurs to ignore the “bullshit”
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“Using Canada as an excuse for why you didn’t get funding, you didn’t get to hire the right person … I think that’s bullshit.” Shopify president Harley Finkelstein joins for a brand refresh on Canadian entrepreneurship, pushing back against doom-and-gloom narratives before digging into his real issues of concern and offering proactive tips for entr…
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AI roundtable: Hugging Face, Zapier, Tenstorrent (and more)
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"Verticalized AI applications right now are available, right now accelerating industry after industry." AI is moving so fast it can be hard to keep up. The BetaKit Podcast has you covered with vantage points on AI from: Dr. Sasha Luccioni (Hugging Face), Reid Robinson (Zapier), Solon Angel (stealth startup), Darian Shirazi (Gradient Ventures), Joel…
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How to Be a Great Investor (While Also Being Despised)
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Billionaire venture capitalist Peter Thiel was in the news this week for a very, er, controversial interview with Joe Rogan. On this week’s TLDR, how do Thiel’s political and social views square with his approach to investing? Plus, a look at the big cut Apple takes from app store users, and why it’s about to cost content creators even more. And, t…
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CEO roundtable: Shopify, Wealthsimple, Lightspeed, Koho, Ecobee
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“The world is loopy. Everything is a cycle. Everything is a product of compounding changes.” Summer is almost over, so hear from these Canadian tech leaders as you prepare to get back to work in September. Featuring insights from Michael Katchen (Wealthsimple), Daniel Eberhard (Koho), Dax Dasilva (Lightspeed), Stuart Lombard (Ecobee), and Tobi Lütk…
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Unlocking bitcoin with Shakepay CEO Jean Amiouny
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In this episode, we sit down with Shakepay CEO Jean Amiouny to explore the journey from founding Shakepay to its evolution into a broader financial services company. Jean shares insights on the future of bitcoin, the importance of customer feedback, and his unique perspectives on urban aesthetics. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and l…
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Why did one hiring decision send Starbucks’s stock way up — and Chipotle’s down? On this week’s TLDR, why the market believes the once-burrito, now-coffee CEO Brian Niccol has the magic touch. Plus, after years of swiping, users are turning away from their dating apps. Where are they going instead? And, a look at the tangled state of Canada’s tempo…
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Canadian Web3 regulations & Coinbase’s year in review
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“I think it's really important for Canadians to speak to their public officials and remind them that this is an important industry. They should be taking it seriously. They should be putting in the time to speak with industry and learn about it.” Live from the Blockchain Futurist Conference, award-winning BetaKit reporter Josh Scott moderates two i…
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Lessons From the Stock Market Meltdown
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Last week, the stock market had its most volatile day in a long time. On this episode of TLDR, we break down the chaos and dig into some of the theories about why it happened. And, we look at which investors came out the strongest at the end of it all. This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger, financial educator Kyl…
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What Vault’s co-founder learned at Revolut
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“If you want to succeed and build an enduring and large business for Canadians, that has to be your focus. Nothing else. If you want to focus on Canada as an additional market or a secondary market, it’s not going to work out.” Three years after its bold expansion strategy, Revolut has a banking license in the UK, but not much to show in the US or …
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How Housing Prices Rose So High, So Fast
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Since 2005, the average price of a home in Canada has tripled. On this week’s TLDR, award-winning journalist Michelle Cyca — who wrote the definitive piece on the subject, The End of Homeownership, for Maclean’s last year — tells us why and what happens next. This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman and business reporter Sarah Rieger. Follow us on…
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What feels true for VCs and founders with Sand Hill North’s Ryan Henry
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“If you're an emerging manager on your first or second fund, you need to find winners. But realistically, the vast majority of funds here in Canada are still emerging managers.” Sand Hill North Partner Ryan Henry joins to share his family office’s unique perspective on deal activity on both sides of the border, before unpacking what feels true for …
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How regulation shapes Canada’s payment landscape with Apaylo CEO Ryan Yates
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This week, Alex sits down with Apaylo CEO Ryan Yates to explore how regulation is shaping Canada’s payment landscape. They dive into the challenges of securing a banking license, the impact of Canadian financial oversight on innovation, and the unique opportunities for payment service providers in the current market. If you enjoyed this episode, pl…
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A company you may or may not have heard of got a $23b offer from Google — and walked away. On this week’s TLDR, when should you say no to nine figures? Plus, how did a tobacco company become the best performing US investment in recent history? And, some divergent views on the wisdom of giving everybody free money. This episode was hosted by Devin F…
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Why has developer hiring slowed? (AMA episode)
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“It was a seller's market during the pandemic … They were staffing up in the anticipation of growth that never actually materialized. It's now a buyer's market.” For our 350th episode (!) of The BetaKit Podcast, the gang once again attempts to survive an overstuffed mailbag of listener-submitted questions regarding: the fediverse, federal cleantech…
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