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Mattel is launching their own version of LEGO bricks… What will win, brand or price?

Utah will make you show an ID to download Instagram… It’s a Social Media Bouncer (aka “The McLovin Rule”).

The economics of stuffed crust pizza are wild… so why’d Domino’s take 30 years to make one?

Plus, we’re dropping a Snooze Pod… We read 1 shareholder letter to help you fall asleep for Daylight Savings.

$PZZA $DOM $MAT $META

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On the first call since Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen’s departure, not a mention of the former CEO was heard.

(00:21) Nick Sciple and Ricky Mulvey discuss:

- Kroger’s business results.

- Why some investors are becoming more pessimistic about Abercrombie & Fitch.

- A small-cap tobacco company playing in a fast-growing trend.

Then, (17:22) Karl Thiel joins Mary Long to discuss advanced-robotics company, Intuitive Surgical.

Companies discussed: KR, ANF, TPB, ISRG, GOOG, GOOGL

Host: Ricky Mulvey

Guests: Nick Sciple, Mary Long, Karl Thiel

Engineers: Dan Boyd, Rick Engdahl

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Four Loko is the #1 malt liquor in America… thanks to the Japanese philosophy of Misogi.

European stocks are shockingly beating American stocks this year… because Europe’s building a military.

Warren Buffett just revealed his favorite CEO ever… It’s an RV guy who didn’t have a computer.

Plus, Monopoly just launched a fintech version of the game (no more cash money)

$BRK.B $LMT $SPY

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BlackRock wants to buy ports; Trump wants to buy crypto.

(00:21) Asit Sharma and Mary Long discuss:

- How investors can prepare for potential “disturbance.”

- BlackRock’s latest acquisition.

- The reasons for and against a national “strategic reserve” of cryptocurrency.

Then, (14:50), Ricky Mulvey and Mary go to a crypto conference in downtown Denver.

Tickers mentioned: BLK, CKHUY, BTC, ETH, XRP, SOL, ADA

Host: Mary Long

Guests: Asit Sharma, Ricky Mulvey

Engineers: Dan Boyd, Rick Engdahl

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Interview with Abbie Smith.  She explains how the government helps fund research.  We also discuss how the federal government may now stop funding important research.

Annuity - Details on how an annuity work (or doesn't).

Laura recommends seven small habits that can create massive financial success no matter your age or stage of life.

Money Girl is hosted by Laura Adams. A transcript is available at Simplecast.

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ESPN just launched a Gen Z SportsCenter on Disney+… “SC+” is a playbook for youth content.

The US is now in a trade war with Canada and Mexico… the Chevy Silverado explains it all.

The world’s biggest fast food chain just IPO’d… China’s Mixue is bigger than McD’s.

Plus, the untold origin story of Taco Bell’s Doritos Locos Taco.

$DIS $GM $MIXUE

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The Trump administration’s 25% tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico are now in effect. Is this a negotiation tactic? A new long-term reality?

(00:21) Jason Moser and Ricky Mulvey discuss:

- The impacts of tariffs on investors and companies.

- If Target is a value play.

- Okta’s market opportunity in security verification.

Then, (17:20) Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp offer financial planning tips for solopreneurs.

Companies discussed: HD, TSM, TGT, OKTA

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Host: Ricky Mulvey

Guests: Jason Moser, Alison Southwick, Robert Brokamp

Producer: Mary Long

Engineers: Dan Boyd, Rick Engdahl

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Dude Wipes hit $200M in sales… because they saw an opportunity in 1 stat about toilet paper.

Trump is launching America’s 1st crypto fund… but markets hated the details (lost #Bromentum)

Sponsored Breakups are the new trend in marketing… because passion points = loyalty points.

Plus, we got the details on the latest IBO… Jack’s Initial Baby Offering.

$BTC $ETH $PG

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A fresh IPO, outgoing CEO, and Domino’s finally joining the field on stuffed-crust pizza.

(00:21) Bill Barker and Dylan Lewis discuss:

- Mixue’s splashy debut on the Hong Kong stock exchange, and how the boba tea chain stacks up to Starbucks and McDonald’s.

- Rodney McMullen’s departure from Kroger and what’s next for the nation’s largest grocery chain.

- Domino’s finally delivering what the people want: stuffed crust pizza.

(17:41) Have you seen a med spa in your neighborhood? Mary Long caught up with analyst Nick Sciple to find out why this industry is booming and one company that’s selling a few products that can help you look a little younger.

Article discussed: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-02-19/med-spas-boom-with-botox-lip-filler-weight-loss-drugs-in-demand

Companies discussed: LKNCY, KR, DPZ, PZZA, ABBV, EOLS

Host: Dylan Lewis

Guests: Bill Barker, Nick Sciple, Mary Long

Producer: Mary Long

Engineers: Dan Boyd

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