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IEX
Vanguard
Cryptocurrency
24-Hour Trading
Federal Reserve
U.S. Treasury Market
Index Funds
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Electronic Trading
Artificial Intelligence
Share Buybacks
US Equity Markets
Investment Strategies
Olympics
Global Economy
Fintech
Equity Execution
Ategenos Capital
Inflation

In today's equity markets, the devil’s in the details. This is a podcast for traders, asset managers, and anyone who wants to understand the machinations, politics, and incentive structures underpinning our shared markets. With irreverence and insight, IEX’s Ronan Ryan and John “JR” Ramsay hold court on market structure with Wall Street’s most savvy market practitioners, sharing their insiders’ vi... more

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In this very special holiday edition of Boxes and Lines, Ronan and JR once again hand over the mics to the people who know them best (and roast them best), their spouses. Back by popular demand, Kara Ryan and Nick Buzard join the show for a special h... more

From the industry’s sprint toward extended hours to retail’s continued dominance to the ongoing debate around tokenization, Ronan and JR are breaking it all down. Stick around to the end for a beautiful "tribute" to their friendship this year.

When the government shuts down, what happens to Wall Street? In this “Boxes and Lines Light” episode, Ronan and JR get into how a shutdown grinds key market functions to a halt. Drawing on JR's experience at the SEC, they unpack what “essential” real... more

Ronan and JR sit down with David Gardner — co-founder of investor education juggernaut The Motley Fool, host of podcast Rule Breaker Investing, and author of a new book by the same title, Rule Breaker Investing: How to Pick the Best Stocks of the Fut... more

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Recent Guests

David Gardner
Co-founder of Motley Fool
Motley Fool
Episode: Breaking the Rules with the Motley Fool's David Gardner
Mett Kinak
Head of Global Trading at T. Rowe Price and a knowledgeable figure in market structure issues.
T. Rowe Price
Episode: Bingo! With T. Rowe Price’s Mett Kinak
Andy Kaplan
CEO and founder of Freedom's Edge Cider
Freedom's Edge Cider
Episode: From the Archives: The Blurring of Burr: Warring Founding Fathers, Treason, and Romance Novels
Matt Weinberg
Head of business development at IEX
IEX
Episode: Boxes and Lines Lite: The 3% Myth (feat. Matt Weinberg & Sam Stevens)
Sam Stevens
Head of business analytics at IEX
IEX
Episode: Boxes and Lines Lite: The 3% Myth (feat. Matt Weinberg & Sam Stevens)
John Palmer
Executive with significant experience in equity derivatives, previously at CBO
IEX
Episode: The IEX Options Episode – With John Palmer and Ivan Brown
Ivan Brown
Formerly responsible for options trading business at the New York Stock Exchange
IEX
Episode: The IEX Options Episode – With John Palmer and Ivan Brown
Dennis Kelleher
Co-founder and CEO of Better Markets
Better Markets
Episode: Dennis Kelleher on Deregulation and Financial Bull(…)
Barry Ritholtz
Co-founder, chairman, and CIO of Ritholtz Wealth Management, known as the blog father.
Ritholtz Wealth Management
Episode: "How Not to Invest" - with Barry Ritholtz

Hosts

Ronan Ryan
Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer at IEX
John Ramsay
Chief Market Policy Officer at IEX

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 82 ratings
  • There’s Bulls and bears.. and now there’s apes..

    Your voices are needed now more than ever.. keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wesleypipesnotsnipes
    United States4 years ago
  • Great podcast with excellent guests

    This podcast strikes a great balance between being informative and entertaining. Complex subjects are made accessible and the rapport between the hosts is excellent

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pcof2
    Ireland5 years ago
  • Mike Green interview

    Fantastic and extremely informative

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JB605
    United States5 years ago
  • Brilliant, Just Brilliant

    Very good. Ronan sounds strangely familiar. I’ve heard his voice somewhere else before.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    notemmaryan
    United States5 years ago
  • Paul Geifer

    Great stuff!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Trevor Wieschhaus
    United States6 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the informative content that makes complex topics accessible and often enjoy the dynamic between the hosts and their guests.
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#53
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Our 2025 Summer Interns Take the Mic
Q: What skills should Gen Z focus on developing to thrive in the modern job market?
Being open-minded and willing to take calculated risks in career paths.
Our 2025 Summer Interns Take the Mic
Q: What is your biggest fear for Gen Z in the future?
Experiencing burnout due to pressures of college admissions and social media expectations.
Our 2025 Summer Interns Take the Mic
Q: What do you wish that more senior professionals understand about Gen Z?
Gen Z feels hindered in social interaction due to COVID and prefers in-person communication.
Boxes and Lines Lite: Tokenization: Back to the Future (Again)
Q: Why are we even talking about tokenization today?
The SEC is reexamining its approach to trading crypto tokens and could potentially apply similar flexibility to common stocks, prompting a discussion about the differences.
Boxes and Lines Lite: Tokenization: Back to the Future (Again)
Q: What do you think about tokenization, and particularly the tokenization of stocks?
It's a complex matter, raising questions about the efficiencies of tokenization while ensuring investor protections remain intact amid regulatory changes.

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Focused on the intricate workings of equity markets, this podcast provides insights into market structure, investing strategies, and the political dynamics at play within the financial industry. The hosts, along with a rotating cast of knowledgeable guests, explore topics such as electronic trading, market regulation, and the social behaviors influencing investor decisions. With a blend of humor and expertise, the discussions address the challenges faced by both retail and institutional investors, making complex subjects accessible and engaging for the audience. This educational yet entertaining approach sets it apart, appealing to both seasoned traders and newcomers looking to understand the evolving landscape of investing.

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4. Matt Weinberg
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