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The Wall Street Skinny

Kristen and Jen
Investment Banking
Private Equity
Federal Reserve
Industry
Wall Street
Private Credit
Artificial Intelligence
Finance
Hedge Funds
HBO Max
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Netflix
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Gamestop
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Private Equity Secondaries
Spacex
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If Bloomberg and Bravo had a baby. Join us -- Kristen and Jen -- two former Morgan Stanley and Lehman Brothers investment bankers who take the most complex deals, market moves, and stories in finance and distill them into what actually matters. From conversations with the biggest names in investing to deep dives people can’t stop sharing (not to mention the occasional HBO Industry red carpet), th... more

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Recent Guests

John Quinn
Founder and chairman of Quinn Emanuel
Quinn Emanuel
Episode: OpenAI's Lawyer: How Big Tech is Winning the AI Race in the Courts
Ron Kelly
Former engineer, power plant developer
Independent power/engineering professional
Episode: How AI is Repeating the Exact Mistake that Bankrupted Enron | 50-Year Power Insider
Gustav Gyllenhammar
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Episode: Spotify Executive: How to Become a $100B Company When Everyone Expects Your Product Free
Elizabeth Burton
Chief Strategist at Fortress
Fortress
Episode: $53 Billion Hedge Fund Chief Strategist: The Next Market Shock Is Hiding in Plain Sight
Sujeet Indap
Financial Times journalist and co-author of Caesars Palace Coup
Financial Times
Episode: Financial Times Reporter TELLS ALL: Sujeet Indap on Why Private Credit is Worse than Credit in 2008 | Caesars Part 3/3
Neha Champaneria Markle
Head of the Private Equity Solutions Group at Morgan Stanley Investment Management
Morgan Stanley Investment Management
Episode: Morgan Stanley's Head & CIO of Private Equity Solutions: The Ultimate Deep Dive into PE Investing
Fabian Chrobog
CIO and co-founder of NorthWall Capital
NorthWall Capital
Episode: Private Credit: Even Apollo's Trapped Investors. Here's Exactly What You Need to Know
Kate Baumann
Head of Investor Relations at Empyrean
Empyrean
Episode: Head of Investor Relations at $3 Billion Hedge Fund Tells All | Capital Raising 101
Andreas Laskaratos
Global CEO of AB Commodities Group
AB Commodities Group
Episode: Iran Is Shaking the Oil Markets. What the Top Commodities Traders Are Thinking Right Now

Hosts

Kristen
Host of The Wall Street Skinny; former investment banker with Morgan Stanley/Lehman Brothers background; co-host.
Jen
Host of The Wall Street Skinny; former investment banker; co-host.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 811 ratings
  • JEN & KRISTEN ROCK!!

    So so interesting - my new favourite podcast!!

    I’m not even based in the USA, nor do I work in the finance sector, but I’m interested in investing.

    Jen and Kristen are the real deal, explaining news, information and stories about the financial markets in a way that’s easy to digest and understand. And their guests are fabulous mix also.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SheilaP1
    United Kingdom24 days ago
  • Fine, but not a lot of value here

    No a slam on these two people specifically.

    Cons:

    takes forever to get to the point, lots of repetition.

    No real output.

    Oddly self congratulatory.

    Tough to listen to: sing song-y, slows down to underline. Lazy

    Pros:

    Legitimate background of the hosts.

    Strong marketing/socials PR

    Thx

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    mj87Oz
    United States2 months ago
  • Informative & entertaining

    I never leave reviews but I’m studying for the CAIA/ looking to progress my career in Finance, and I’m really pleased to have found an informative, insightful and entertaining pod!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EmmaSofia21
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Love this pod

    I’ve been listening to Wall Street skinny for awhile now and it’s become one of my favorite podcasts - a must listen. I am an attorney working in the finance industry without much finance background and I feel that Kristen and Jen have helped me educate myself on areas of finance outside my specific practice area. Their insights are great, content is interesting and they make it accessible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ameliamontgo
    United States3 months ago
  • Smart and savvy must listen

    As a retired finance executive, I have Bloomberg, WSJ, FT, and Kristen and Jen in my rotation for keeping up on market chatter. They have quality guests and ask the right questions. Their Industry recaps are icing on the cake.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fencer1930
    United States7 months ago

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Listeners appreciate accessible explanations of complex finance topics and timely market context.
Audience finds hosts engaging and insightful with strong industry credibility.
Fans note high-quality guests and practical takeaways for careers in finance.

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OpenAI's Lawyer: How Big Tech is Winning the AI Race in the Courts
Q: So John, we'd love it if you could give a little bit of your background and talk about what you think the biggest issues are today.
John explains Quinn Emanuel's exclusive focus on disputes work, their global scale, and how the firm helps clients pressure-test novel deal structures for legal risk, with a special emphasis on AI-related litigation and the rising importance of trade secrets in driving litigation strategies.
Spotify Executive: How to Become a $100B Company When Everyone Expects Your Product Free
Q: Can I monetize through Spotify if I'm an independent artist without a big label deal?
Yes. Spotify supports independent artists via distribution partners who publish songs to the platform with relatively small cuts, and the vast majority of the 70% of revenue paid out goes to rights holders, including artists depending on their contract. This creates a path to earnings for indie creators even without a major label.
Hedge Funds Want the Equity in Your Home, feat. Tacora Capital Founder Keri Findley
Q: What scales have Tacora's investments reached and what is the current scope of their operations?
Tacora has grown to roughly $1.5 billion in assets under management, originated from venture-backed assets, and uses HEI-like structures to buy or finance assets tied to home ownership, with ongoing expansion across states as regulations allow.
Hedge Funds Want the Equity in Your Home, feat. Tacora Capital Founder Keri Findley
Q: Who can access HEIs and is it limited to high-credit or particular types of borrowers?
The discussion indicates a broad potential applicant base, noting that many borrowers who can't qualify for HELOCs due to credit constraints or FICO requirements may still access HEIs, though regulatory and market constraints vary by state and individual circumstances.
Hedge Funds Want the Equity in Your Home, feat. Tacora Capital Founder Keri Findley
Q: What exactly is a Home Equity Investment Option (HEI) and how does it differ from a HELOC or traditional debt?
HEI involves the homeowner selling a share of future equity in their home for a lump sum today, without monthly payments, and with a defined mechanism to settle later based on the future value of that equity. Unlike HELOCs, there are no ongoing debt payments, and unlike pure debt, the investor takes on equity upside and downside risk.

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Two former investment bankers distill complex finance topics into accessible insights, covering market moves, deals, and regulatory issues with a focus on practical takeaways for professionals and students. Episodes weave in big-name tech and finance stories (IPO dynamics, AI funding, hedge fund turmoil, and notable corporate finance events) with actionable commentary, guest perspectives, and real-world anecdotes. Noteworthy strengths include a relatable, practitioner-led lens, accessible explanations of dense concepts, and a willingness to critique industry practices while spotlighting female leadership in finance. Potential listeners who want to understand how Wall Street actually operates, in-language that's digestible for both newcomers... more

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