Podcast

Episode 48

Interview with Samuel Liebman: Surviving Every Major Market Crash Since 1969

07/17/2026
In episode 48, Matt sits down with Amplius Founding Partner & Chairman Sam Liebman — otherwise known as Dad — for a deep dive into decades of market history and hard-won wisdom. Sam shares what it was like to start his career during a 13-year bear market, how he navigated the Crash of 1987, and what he sees when he looks at markets today. A rare conversation with someone who has genuinely seen it all.
Episode 47

Happy 250th Birthday America: Ruminating on Independence

07/07/2026
In episode 47, Matt, Aaron, & Patrick are back together to celebrate America’s 250th birthday, and the theme of independence. They discuss the importance of independent financial advice, Amplius’ journey through 5+ years of existence, and the exceptionalism of American innovation. They also provide an update on markets, Matt reveals a brand new segment, and Aaron provides a new hoagie review.
Episode 46

Life-Changing Money: Navigating the SpaceX IPO & Concentrated Wealth

05/26/2026
In episode 46, Matt & Aaron go deep on what could be the biggest IPO of all time — SpaceX. Aaron has been on the front lines working with current and former SpaceX employees, and Matt puts him in the hot seat to unpack what makes this financial moment so unique, what mistakes people are making, and what strategies are actually available to navigate a concentrated stock position before and after a major liquidity event.
Episode 45

From LA to Miami: SpaceX Musings, AI Hypotheses, & Market Reactions

03/19/2026
In episode 45, Matt, Aaron, & Pat recount recent trips that saw Aaron visiting SpaceX headquarters and clients in southern CA, and Matt in Miami for the most recent Futureproof Festival. The trio discuss recent market developments and trends that are emerging – risk in private credit, AI displacement, and geopolitical turmoil.
Episode 44

Trump vs. Powell, And What To Make Of Markets

01/27/2026
In episode 44, Matt, Aaron, & Patrick unpack some of the most polarizing headlines kicking off 2026—including the recently announced investigation involving Jerome Powell, Chairman of the Fed. The trio explores the implications for Federal Reserve independence, potential market reactions, and other major stories making waves in the new year.
Episode 43

Past and Future Predictions

01/06/2026
In episode 43, Matt, Aaron, & Patrick review what happened in 2025 – across markets, economies, and society, and compare against what they predicted from a year ago! And per tradition, they dive into all they think will happen in 2026 based on where we are today.
Episode 42

Tax Changes for 2025, Government Shutdowns, & Bubble Talk

11/12/2025
Matt, Aaron, & Patrick are back to discuss a few important year-end planning items, namely in the context of new developments from the passage of the OBBBA. They also discuss a recent investment conference they attended and some of the most polarizing trends in markets and the economy right now – AI, alternative investments, valuations and bubble talk, the government shutdown, and the Fed. Plus, Aaron’s back with a mouth-watering hoagie review.
Episode 41

Futureproofing, & What Comes Next in Markets

09/23/2025
Matt, Aaron, & Pat are back together. They discuss Pat’s recent trip to Huntington Beach, CA where he attended Futureproof to get a sense of what’s most impactful and cutting edge in the wealth management industry. The trio also discuss the Fed, interest rates, where the US economy stands today, and what to be paying attention to.
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