Season 1
It’s Fed Day (Again)!
March 23, 2023
The guys once again turn their attention to Jerome Powell, Janet Yellen, and what the Fed will do in the wake of the recent bank failures. They dive into the global effects of those collapses including what happened with Cre…
The Run on Silicon Valley Bank
March 15, 2023
No doubt, you’ve heard about the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank. But do you know how it happened? Or why? Greg and Doug Stokes give these answers and more about how the government stepped in and what the biggest bank crash …
Jim Cobb, Best-Selling Author & Defense Attorney
March 10, 2023
This week’s guest is Jim Cobb, a New Orleans defense attorney and the author of the award-winning book, Flood of Lies: The St. Rita's Nursing Home Tragedy. Jim won two high-profile cases defending the owners of nursing homes…
The Screeching Halt of the Housing Market
March 6, 2023
Back in the studio, the Stokes Brothers catch up after the Mardi Gras break. They examine why bad economic news is good news for the market and vice versa, and why the real estate market across the country has come to an abr…
The Macro View with Rob Koyfman
Feb. 21, 2023
In this week’s episode, the guys welcome on Rob Koyfman, CEO and co-founder of Koyfin. His company offers live market data and powerful analytical tools in a modern, intuitive format. Rob, an expert at taking the macro persp…
Keeping an Eye on the (Long-Term) Prize
Feb. 17, 2023
As the Stokes Brothers prepare for Mardi Gras in New Orleans, they reluctantly continue their ongoing conversation about the Fed and inflation. They’ll also look at rolling 30-year returns and delve into the legacy of Charli…
Enhanced Diversification is the Name of the Game
Feb. 8, 2023
The Stokes’ consistently lean toward the optimistic side of thinking, but this week, they’ll take a look at data/opinions on both sides of the coin. The guys examine the national focus shifting away from the Fed and toward c…
Investing Does Not Equal Gambling
Jan. 31, 2023
In this week’s episode, Greg and Doug Stokes focus on the long-term success of the stock market and not getting caught up in the next big thing. They’ll also take a look at tech companies shedding excess employee luxuries, t…
Listening to What the Market is Actually Telling Us
Jan. 24, 2023
While the negative narratives swirl, Doug and Greg Stokes look at the actual data to find encouraging signs in the markets. The guys also examine the latest tech layoffs and what they mean for the macro economy and they ques…
Preparing for a Soft Landing
Jan. 17, 2023
Could we be looking at a year with a soft landing where inflation comes down without major economic pain? Greg and Doug dive into the potential of that outcome and the Fed’s role in it. They also look back on the EU energy c…
Looking Past the Narrative in 2023
Jan. 10, 2023
Happy New Year from Stokes Family Office. In this 1-year anniversary episode, Greg and Doug recap 2022 and look forward to 2023. They dig deeper past the forecasts and narratives to find factual reasons to be optimistic. The…
Exploring the Relationship Between Freedom and Markets with Perth Tolle
Dec. 27, 2022
This week’s guest is Perth Tolle, the founder of Life + Liberty Indexes and creator of the Freedom 100 EM Index (FRDM index). This freedom-weighted equity strategy is the first of its kind and uses personal and economic free…
Recapping a Wild 2022 & Looking Ahead to 2023
Dec. 20, 2022
The Holidays bring lots of gifts, and one that we look forward to each year in the financial world is the upcoming year’s forecasts. On this week’s episode, Greg and Doug examine and discuss 2023 outlooks from several of the…
Che! Tales from Argentina and Tips on Year-End Tax Planning
Dec. 13, 2022
Show Notes In this week’s episode, Greg recounts his recent trip to Buenos Aires, from the food, geography, and people to their current financial situation. He speaks on the local impact of their economic struggles as well a…
Return on Character With Dan Cooper
Dec. 6, 2022
Show Notes What effect does the character of a CEO have on a company’s performance? In this episode, Doug and Greg talk to Dan Cooper, Founder & CEO of ROC Investments. After working with Presidents, CEOs of large public com…
Getting Caught Up in the Cryptocurrency Hype
Nov. 29, 2022
The cryptocurrency industry is one of the most volatile and unpredictable industries in the world. In just a few short years, the industry has gone from being relatively unknown to being worth billions of dollars. The recent…
The New Orleans Sports Scene with Scott Kushner
Nov. 22, 2022
In this episode, Doug and Greg take a little break from the usual marketing discussion and talk about some other exciting things, basketball, and football. They are joined today by Scott Kushner. Scott is a leading expert on…
A Positive Outlook During the Economic Downturn
Nov. 8, 2022
Recent years have been tough on the economy. Many challenges have led to a slowdown in the global economy. Despite the negative impact of the economic slowdown, there are still reasons to be optimistic. Tough times don't las…
The Increasing Drawdowns in the Stock and Bond Markets
Nov. 1, 2022
The stock and bond markets have seen some wild swings over the past few weeks. This has caused large drawdowns in the stock and bond markets and a great deal of pain for international economies. While the increasing declines…
A Difficult Year for the Economy and Markets
Oct. 25, 2022
The stock market has been on a roller coaster ride this year, and unfortunately, it has mostly been going down. This has made a lot of people very anxious about their investments and future. Bonds have also been performing p…
Crisis in the Global Economy
Oct. 18, 2022
Several warning signs suggest the possibility of a recession. Unemployment is rising, material rates are increasing, and there are issues with the supply chain. In addition, site costs and mortgage rates are going up. These …
Market Review, Speculations, and Outlook for Financial Markets
Oct. 11, 2022
The market has continued to be volatile over the last month. This situation has left many investors wondering what they can expect in the coming weeks and months. Despite speculation surrounding investment banks, the financi…
A New Path to Leadership Success with Michelle Johnston
Oct. 4, 2022
Historically, leaders communicated with their employees in a transactional and hierarchical manner. However, these tactics no longer work in today's environment. The traditional, command-and-control leadership style is no lo…
The Impact of Inflation on Commodities, Businesses, and the Stock Market
Sept. 27, 2022
Inflation is commonly discussed in terms of its impact on commodity prices. However, its effects go much deeper than that. Businesses, the stock market, and even interest rates are affected by it. As inflation ripples throug…
Multi-Generational Wealth Stewardship with Jason Baker
Sept. 20, 2022
For centuries, families have passed down their wealth from one generation to the next. However, with the modern-day challenges, the need for a more formalized approach to multi-generational wealth stewardship has never been …
The Beauty of Investing in Real Estate with Drew Pearson
Sept. 13, 2022
Real estate has long been considered an attractive asset class by investors for several reasons. This investment offers many benefits, including high returns, stability, and inflation protection. With real estate investing b…
The Unforeseen Consequences of ESG Investing
Sept. 6, 2022
The focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investing has grown in recent years as more investors are looking to put their money into companies that align with their values. While this investment can positively …
Inflation Trends and The Stock Market
Aug. 30, 2022
The stock market is often seen as a leading indicator of economic activity, with movements in share prices reflecting changes in underlying conditions. For this reason, analysts closely watch stock markets for clues about fu…
Debunking Market Myths
Aug. 23, 2022
What are the narratives in the market? Bullish or bearish? This is a question that is always on the mind of investors. The stock market is constantly bombarding investors with news, analysis, and commentary, and it can be ov…
Jamaul Ford: Combining Entrepreneurship With Service in New Orleans
Aug. 16, 2022
In this episode, Jamaul Ford, a serial entrepreneur in New Orleans who runs High Level Speech and Hearing Center with his wife, Dr. Lana Joseph-Ford, talks with Greg and Doug about launching a product-based business alongsid…
Predicting Our Economic Future
Aug. 9, 2022
This week, Doug and Greg discuss the confusing state of today’s economy, their predictions for economic growth and recovery years down the line, how the Feds can successfully avoid an economic recession, which parts of today…
Spending, Statistics, and Why Midterms Matter
Aug. 2, 2022
This week, Doug and Greg discuss how consumers and big business are responding to sky-high inflation, which income bracket is struggling the hardest and which brands are selling out faster, the bright side to a recession in …
Positivity and Problem Solving with Richard Chen
July 26, 2022
This week, Richard Chen talks with Doug and Greg Stokes about overcoming obstacles and becoming a successful attorney, what the ultimate value-add is for both Rich and the advisors he serves, what prompted Rich to launch his…
Optics, Opportunity, and the Stock-Based Psyche
July 19, 2022
This week, Doug Stokes and Greg Stokes discuss the state of corporate America, why stock-based investors should treat dividends like rent, the fluctuation of global currency, and why the Federal Reserve is stoking your reces…
Understanding America’s History and Modern Markets
July 12, 2022
This week, Doug Stokes and Greg Stokes discuss the unique and successful American experiment, what’s going on with the U.S. housing market, when inflation will eventually end, and what they believe is an even bigger issue th…
Creating Financial and Humanitarian Change with Jonathan Shafer
July 5, 2022
In 2008, as a recession raged on in America, Jonathan Shafer believed it was time to make a difference elsewhere. After meeting a family searching for someone to launch an investment strategy company in West Africa, Jonathan…
Funding Contentment with Brian Portnoy
June 28, 2022
The happiness and contentment we feel surrounding money doesn’t end with the number in our bank account. Take it from Brian Portnoy, founder of Shaping Wealth, a financial wellness company that helps clients make smarter fin…
Wes Gray: Merging Education, Investing, and the Marine Corps
June 21, 2022
After spending years going through a tough academic program, one dissertation away from achieving a degree, Wes Gray chose to take a step back and join the Marine Corps. Following five years of service, Wes finished his degr…
A Crash Course on Crypto with David Chase
June 14, 2022
It’s no secret that cryptocurrency has been a trending point of contention for financial experts and the general public. But is it worth the hype or a bubble waiting to burst? David Chase of Crescent City Capital has become …
Life and Money Through a Latin American Lens with Ian Bezek
June 7, 2022
Sometimes, the best places to invest are the places no one’s looking. Ian Bezek has become an expert on under-the-radar places to spend his time and invest his money. Having spent the last eight years living in South and Lat…
Family Business Done Right with Vito Cinque
May 31, 2022
At the heart of Il San Pietro in Positano, one of Italy’s – and the world’s – finest hotels, is a family business with a fascinating story. Il San Pietro was built by Carlino Cinque when Positano was a simple fishing village…
Learning From Our Past: Who to Trust and When to Buy
May 24, 2022
What would you do with a family fortune? Taking a hard look at the downfall of the Vanderbilt dynasty tells us a few things about wealth, purpose, and the importance of a trusted financial advisor. History can tell us what t…
Beating Your Brain and Investing Smart
May 17, 2022
While times may feel unsteady and unpredictable, if you take a look through history, you’ll see these very market fluctuations repeated, time and time again. The tricky part is convincing your psyche to invest during a downt…
Predicting an Unpredictable Market
May 10, 2022
Bull or bear? Always the question and (almost) always difficult to answer. Especially in 2022. Between the Russia-Ukraine invasion, rising interest rates, and spiked inflation, the markets have been up and down. And it’s inc…
Inside the Mind of a Homebuyer and a Look on the Bright Side
May 3, 2022
Despite dealing with the aftermath of a global pandemic, an unpredictable stock market, and record-breaking inflation, life in 2022 may not be as bad as you think it is. 150 years ago, the richest people in America didn’t ha…
Staying Sane Through Volatile Markets
April 26, 2022
If the past few months have reminded us of anything, it’s that market volatility is constant and unpredictable. With the spread of information accelerating faster than ever, global volatility now matches that of the market i…
The Opportunity in Opportunity Zones with Joe Truhe
April 19, 2022
With America more divided than ever before, few things have the power to bring together both sides of the political spectrum. The Opportunity Zone program is one of those rarities specially designed to satisfy political oppo…
Becker Hall and Barrett Cooper: Why Audiences Still Crave a Live Experience
April 12, 2022
If there’s one industry that’s been uprooted since March 2020, it’s live entertainment. Just as leaders within tourism and hospitality have struggled to regain ground, runners of festivals and owners of live theaters have un…
Russian Invasion: Ramifications on Inflation and the Markets
April 5, 2022
In this episode, Doug and Greg discuss the recent market volatility and ramifications of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Learn more at lagniappepodcast.com . Connect with our hosts Doug Stokes Greg Stokes Stokes Family Offi…
Economic Development and Trends in New Orleans with Peter Ricchiuti
March 29, 2022
In this episode, Doug and Greg talk with Peter Ricchiuti, Founder and Director of Burkenroad Reports. Peter started Tulane’s nationally acclaimed student stock research program Burkenroad in 1993. Since then, he has mentored…