Diving into 2025: From Financial Trends to Professional Pillow Fighting | COT 86
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Exploring Economic Trends and the Rise of Unusual Sports
In this episode of the Sense of Things podcast, hosts Jeff Kikel and Ron Lang discuss notable bankruptcies from the past year, economic activity, and the peculiar world of alternative sports. They delve into unconventional sports like slapping contests and the Pillow Fighting Championship, revealing the sponsorships and peculiarities of these events. The hosts also touch on the millennial shift away from alcohol consumption, the impact of M&A activity during the Biden administration, and future economic predictions. Tune in for a mix of finance insights and humor.
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:55 Holiday Traditions and Movie Talk
01:44 Unbelievable Sports: Slapping and Pillow Fighting
06:39 Bankruptcies and Economic Insights
09:32 Microsoft's AI Investments and Market Valuations
14:58 Mergers and Acquisitions Under the Biden Administration
17:28 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes
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