
Animal Spirits is a show about markets, life, and investing. Join Michael Batnick and Ben Carlson as they talk about what they're reading, writing, listening to and watching. Look for new episodes every Wednesday morning. See our disclosures here - ritholtzwealth.com/podcast-youtube-disclosures/
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 831 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | InvestingBusinessBusiness NewsNews | |||

On episode 488, Michael Batnick and Ben Carlson discuss: the bull market in earnings, the bear case for AI, defining the AI bubble, the 1987 crash, the best AI hedge, why the labor market remains strong, consumers keep spend... more
On this episode of Animal Spirits: Talk Your Book, Michael Batnick and ... more
On this episode of Animal Spirits: Talk Your Book, Michael Batnick and ... more
On episode 487, Michael Batnick and Ben Carlson discuss: AI debt concerns, Coreweave's Rocky IV moment, the 2020s appetite for risk, the Railway boom analogy, carnage under the surface of the stock market, the average stock ... more
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Ben brings out some great points like the braces situation with kids which is so true and a Dental analogy while discussing agent AI… batnick seems to discount everything
I wish you would let Ben finish he makes such a good point about the braces everyone’s getting braces now…. And the Dentist analogy was awesome go Ben….
How many hot takes do you have to get wrong before you stop making them?
You might like this podcast if you live in the US and have below average IQ. If you’re serious about learning about investing go elsewhere.
I really appreciate Ben Carlson’s thoughtful perspectives. His ideas often give me something to think about, and I enjoy hearing his take on investing and the markets. However, I think he needs a better cohost.
Ben and Michael, you are my financial heroes.
Thanks for so many episodes
Tremendously entertaining and and chock full of cool info. Doesn’t hurt that I agree with much of what is said on the show. Don’t know what that says about me but the show is awesome!
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Two veteran market commentators discuss investing, markets, and life with a mix of data-driven analysis, personal anecdotes, and candid banter. Episodes span macro themes (AI, rates, inflation), portfolio construction (momentum, private credit, ETFs), and real-world storytelling, often weaving guest insights from asset managers, crypto firms, and research shops into accessible conversations. Notable strengths include a steady cadence, clear opinions, and a habit of unpacking complex topics for listeners who want practical takeaways and entertaining market commentary. The show is likely to appeal to finance professionals, advisors, and individual investors who enjoy a blend of rigor and personality, with occasional debates that can polarize ... more
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