TLDR

Our (For Now!) Farewell

Wed, 1 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000

An announcement, a look back and some financial wisdom for the future.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz, with an appearance by Dan Tersigni, Director of Digital Advice at Wealthsimple. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

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What Happens When the Housing Bubble Bursts?

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000

The Canadian housing market has been so hot for so long that it’s hard to imagine it ever being any other way. On this week’s TLDR, Brent Donnelly, president of Spectra Markets, talks about why he thinks the housing market’s on track for a serious course correction — and what it could look like when it finally happens. Plus, what a U.S. TikTok deal could mean for the future of social media. And, how prediction markets are changing the game for sports bettors.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger, former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz and author Jared Sullivan. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

How Freaked Out Should You Be About the Job Market?

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000

While some parts of the economy are slowing down, AI continues to defy expectations. On this week’s TLDR, how Oracle’s Larry Ellison made over a hundred billion (that’s billion, with a B) dollars in one day, thanks to the latest chapter in the AI gold rush. Plus, economist Joey Politano, author of the Apricitas newsletter, explains what a frozen labour market can tell us about our financial futures. And, we dig into the financial cost of wildfires.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Did Teddy Bears Just Save the Economy?

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000

The U.S. economy seems to be teetering on the edge. On this week’s TLDR, Kyla Scanlon comes back to unpack the drama between Trump and the U.S. Federal Reserve — and what it could mean for Canadians. Plus, AI founders and CEOs are changing their tunes about how big the technology could be, and when. Is this the end of AI optimism? And, the biggest stock success story of the past five years… involves teddy bears.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

A Poker Player Teaches Us About Risk

Wed, 3 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000

The world of user-generated content has been turned upside down by OnlyFans. On this week’s TLDR, what it means for creators — and for Hollywood. And, airline travel continues to be uncomfortable and filled with delays. Is it really as bad as we all think? And what could make it better? Plus, we chat with Xuan Liu, one of the premier high-stakes cash game poker players in the world about how she got into the game, her philosophy on risk and where she invests her money.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Can You Hack the Housing Market?

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000

The housing market may be at a standstill, but plenty of people are still desperate to get in. On this week’s TLDR, a look at the new crop of companies trying to make it easier for people to become homeowners — with one not-so-small catch. Plus, goldendoodles, labradoodles and bernedoodles are everywhere. How did we all go so doodle crazy? And who's profiting from it? And, we follow the journey of TLDR editor (and super saver) Jared Sullivan, who asks the question: when are we allowed to start having fun with our money?

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger, former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz and author of Valley So Low Jared Sullivan. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

27 Years of Financial Advice in 11 Minutes

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000

The job market for new grads has been feeling, er, grim. On this week’s TLDR, we dig into the numbers behind the vibes to figure out what’s driving the slowdown. Plus, Rob Carrick, the Globe and Mail’s long-serving personal finance columnist, is retiring. This week, he joins the team to share what he learned from fielding everyone’s most pressing money questions for 27 years. And, we answer the question on all of our minds: what’s going to fuel us when our coffee runs dry?

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

How the U.S. Is Threatening Canada's Future

Wed, 6 Aug 2025 10:56:03 +0000

For months, the biggest economic story in the world has, seemingly, been tariffs. But according to Mark Blyth, a political economist at Brown University, that’s only a small part of it. On the week’s TLDR, Blyth breaks down how the U.S. is reshaping the global economic and political order — and what it might mean for Canada. Plus, we take a look at luxury goods markets: what’s up? What’s down? And why? And, we examine what happened when some religious scammers created their own cryptocurrency. (It didn't end well.)

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

How a Meme Stock Happens

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 15:50:00 +0000

Meme stocks are everywhere these days. What’s it like to set one off? On this week’s TLDR, we speak with Eric Jackson, a small-time hedge fund manager who made $OPEN go viral — and who, by the way, rejects the idea that it's a meme stock. Plus, those $100m AI pay packages — how real are they? And how can Devin get one? And, could Edmonton hold the key to Canada’s housing woes?

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Special Episode: Your Money Questions, Answered

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000

For the past couple months, we’ve been asking you to send us your most pressing money questions. Now, we’re starting to answer them. This week’s TLDR is a special call-in show, where you’ll hear from the supremely knowledgeable Dan Tersigni, Director of Digital Advice at Wealthsimple, on investing, retirement, mortgages, stock-picking and more.

Have another question? Give us a call at (226) 444-2833 or send a voice memo to TLDR podcast@wealthsimple.com.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Wake Me Up When the Tariffs End

leah.feder@wealthsimple.com (devin friedman, sarah rieger, arshy mann) — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000

After a welcome break from the tariff drama, we are sorry to report that the global trade war, it seems, is Back On. (Sigh.) On this week’s TLDR, Arshy Mann walks us through how the Canadian government is navigating this tricky moment — and what it could mean for what comes next. Plus, something new is popping at the movie theater.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and The Hatchet co-founder Arshy Mann. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

How Much Will Your Kid Cost You?

Wed, 9 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Childcare costs have been rising higher…and higher…and higher. On this week’s TLDR, we run the numbers to figure out just what it costs to raise a kid in 2025, with help from journalist Michelle Cyca. And, we get quizzed once more by the genius behind the TLDR newsletter’s FOMO index, Stacey Woods.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz, with appearances by Michelle Cyca and Stacey Woods. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Cheaper Air Travel? Yes Please!

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Monopolies! They’re a problem as old as our country itself. On this week’s TLDR, we talk to Denise Hearn and Vass Bednar, authors of The Big Fix: How Companies Capture Markets and Harm Canadians, about how Canadian companies got so big. And, we look at a surprising proposal for tackling the problem (at least in the airline industry). Plus, we explore how a new wonder drug could spell the end of the opioid epidemic. And, we watch as the pump and dump gets a makeover for the digital age.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz, with appearances by writers Vass Bednar and Denise Hearn. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Where We Are in the Crypto Story

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000

With the U.S. Senate passing new cryptocurrency legislation, the crypto industry is taking one more big step into the mainstream. On this week’s TLDR, we take a look at the longer arc of Bitcoin to ask where we are now — and where we might go from here. Plus, we explore what skyrocketing vet costs might mean for Devin’s dog. And, we ask what intern season can tell us about the world of finance.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz, with an appearance by Wealthsimple cofounder — and crypto enthusiast — Rudy Adler. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Is the Housing Market Really Tanking?

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Everyone was preparing for a hot housing market in 2025. So why does it feel like things are on ice? On this week’s TLDR, mortgage expert Penelope Graham explains why the market’s taken such an unexpected turn — and where it might go from here. Plus, we explore what Mountainhead, the latest release from Succession creator Jesse Armstrong, teaches us about the culture, gossip and business of money. And, we take a trip into the r/PersonalFinanceCanada subreddit to debate the forum’s spiciest hot takes.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz, with an appearance by mortgage expert Penelope Graham. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Is Buying the Dip a Science?

Wed, 4 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Of all the tasty money news this week, the most satisfying was the TACO trade. (For the uninitiated, that’s “Trump Always Chickens Out.”) On this week’s TLDR, we look at the art and science behind the move — and whether its popularity might spell its demise. Plus, we do a deep dive into FinTok archetypes to help decode the personal finance advice proliferating on social media. And, we learn about the remote working scheme that… helped fund the North Korean regime?! We’ve got it all.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz, journalist Claire Porter Robbins and author Jared Sullivan. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Getting a Job? In This Economy?

Wed, 28 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Between rising unemployment and a shrinking supply of entry level jobs, it seems like the job market’s on everyone’s mind. On this week’s TLDR, how AI has changed the process of getting a job — and why no one seems too happy about it. Plus, over its 250 year history, industrial capitalism has offered humanity some huge advances — along with a huge number of critics. New Yorker writer John Cassidy, author of the new book Capitalism and Its Critics: A History: From the Industrial Revolution to AI, explains.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz, with an appearance by journalist John Cassidy. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

How the World Went Ozempic

Wed, 21 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000

We all know the big economic stories of the year: the trade war, the tariffs. But there’s another — even bigger? — story that hasn’t been getting the same attention: the Ozempicification of our diets, our bodies and our economy. On this week’s TLDR, we take a look at the transformation underway. Plus, economic indicators are telling one story about a potential recession; the headlines are telling another. Which one is right? And, why does it feel like everyone’s drinking less alcohol?

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz, with an appearance by Armine Yanizyan, Atkinson Fellow on the Future of Workers. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Warren Buffett Was Right About 2025

Wed, 14 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000

In a surprise turn — and to the relief of businesses and consumers worldwide — the U.S. and China have agreed to temporarily lower tariffs. (They’re still high, but…not as high.) On this week’s TLDR, how one cargo ship tells the story of the trade war. Plus, after all the stock market highs and lows over the past couple months, we’re basically back where we started. Who made out big from all the turmoil? And, at long last, Warren Buffett is retiring. A look at what we can learn from his storied career.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger, former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz and VP of Product Swapnil Parikh. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Why Lower Prices Haven’t Solved the Housing Crisis

Wed, 7 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Housing prices in at least one major Canadian market have fallen. By a lot. On this week’s TLDR, why nobody seems to be feeling any relief. Plus, TMX Group CEO John McKenzie explains what’s very wrong — and very right — about the Canadian business environment. And, a look at why the search for a new Pope is actually a money story.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz, with an appearance by TMX Group CEO John McKenzie. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Post-Election Special: It's Still the Economy (Duh.)

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000

The snap election has come and gone, and now we get to wade through the aftermath. On this week’s TLDR, we’re joined by Politico’s Nick Taylor-Vaisey to discuss what it all means for the future of the Canadian economy. Plus, we look at what’s been happening in markets while we’ve been focused on the government.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

The TLDR Interview: Jonathan Pedneault, Green Party of Canada

leah.feder@wealthsimple.com (devin friedman, mike katchen) — Fri, 25 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Ahead of Monday's election, Wealthsimple CEO Mike Katchen interviews Jonathan Pedneault about his party's economic platform.

The TLDR Interview: Pierre Poilievre, Conservative Party of Canada

leah.feder@wealthsimple.com (devin friedman, mike katchen) — Fri, 25 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Ahead of Monday's election, Wealthsimple CEO Mike Katchen interviews Pierre Poilievre about his party's economic platform.

The TLDR Interview: Peter Julian, NDP

leah.feder@wealthsimple.com (devin friedman, mike katchen) — Fri, 25 Apr 2025 09:55:00 +0000

Ahead of Monday's election, Wealthsimple CEO Mike Katchen interviews Peter Julian about his party's economic platform.

Coming Friday: Special Election Episodes!

leah.feder@wealthsimple.com (devin friedman) — Wed, 23 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000

We've got a big election coming up. And we wanted to know how the major parties intend to handle the issues most important to you, our listeners. So we called them up.

You Need to Understand Bonds! (Sorry.)

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Tariff whiplash has left everything feeling very, very uncertain. On this week’s TLDR, a look at what the future might hold — and whether we’re headed for a, gulp, recession. Plus, did the bond markets really get U.S. President Trump to change his course on tariffs? And, Sarah gives us a break from it all with a winding journey through the company fueling the wedding industry.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz, with an appearance by economist Walid Hejazi. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Breaking News: Market Meltdown Edition

leah.feder@wealthsimple.com (devin friedman, matthew karasz, sarah rieger) — Wed, 9 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Ever since the U.S. levied massive tariffs on trading partners around the world, investors — along with everyone else — have been feeling the turmoil. On this week’s special edition of TLDR, we dive into the madness and uncertainty and ask where everything might go from here.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Debt, and How to Get Out of It

Wed, 2 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000

The Canada-U.S. relationship appears to be collapsing. Quickly. On this week’s TLDR, we talk to Eurasia Group’s Graeme Thompson about how we got here, and what Canada can do to steel itself for the rapidly-changing world. Plus, we offer a primer on getting yourself out of debt when you find yourself in the hole.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and author Jared Sullivan. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Never Change Your Portfolio! Except When…

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000

The market may be turning around, but judging from our inbox, some investors are still feeling shaky. On this week’s TLDR, we ask when, if ever, it’s okay to touch your portfolio, and look at the conventional wisdom around changing your investments as you approach retirement. Plus, we get heated over what Tesla’s falling sales numbers tell us about the state of the company — and what happens when business leaders get mixed up in politics. And, we talk to Vass Bednar, co-author of The Big Fix: How Companies Capture Markets and Harm Canadians, about the demise of Hudson’s Bay Company.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz, with an appearance by public policy entrepreneur Vass Bednar. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

What Happens When Canadians Fight Back?

leah.feder@wealthsimple.com (sarah rieger, matthew karasz, devin friedman) — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000

The vibe shift over the past few months has been palpable, to say the least. On this week’s TLDR, a look at how everything’s been turned upside down — from our relationship with our southern neighbour to our domestic politics. Plus, why the stock market does not perfectly reflect shifting sentiments. Hint: it involves hedge funds.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Surviving Crappy Markets 101

leah.feder@wealthsimple.com (devin friedman, sarah rieger, matthew karasz) — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Stocks are sliding as the economic pain from tariffs starts to really hurt. On this week’s TLDR, we talk about how to deal with a down market. We also chat with an auto worker about how he and his colleagues are feeling about the impending hit to their industry. And, a financial planner joins us to talk about how therapy tools can help make managing money easier.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz, with an appearance by Mike Van Boekel, and Natasha Knox. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Why Crypto’s Gone Cold

Wed, 5 Mar 2025 11:00:00 +0000

After a year of incredible gains, the crypto market’s been coming back to earth. On this week’s TLDR, we look at the dynamics influencing the crypto market in 2025 — and what they might mean for the future. Plus, a biotech company’s been working on a life extension drug for dogs. We look at the science behind it — and the business opportunity in front of it. And, the internet’s been shaped and reshaped by growth marketers. Wealthsimple’s VP of Growth Marketing explains how AI is changing the game.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz, with an appearance by Wealthsimple’s VP of Growth Marketing Simon Lejeune. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Why It Feels Harder to Get Ahead in 2025

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Millennials have — on average — more wealth than their parents did at the same age. So why does it feel like they’re doing so much worse? On this week’s TLDR, we take a look at some data that gets to the heart of our economic insecurities. Plus, gold is the best performing asset of the year so far. What’s driving its success? And, how egg prices are giving Canadians something (else) to brag about.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz, with appearances by TLDR newsletter editor Jared Sullivan and Fast Company data editor Andrew Thompson. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

The Happiest Place on the Internet

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 11:00:00 +0000

For a long time, Reddit’s been seriously useful and seriously unprofitable. On this week’s TLDR, a look at why it’s becoming very valuable to some surprising players. Plus, Canada’s steel and aluminum industries are (potentially) about to face some hefty tariffs. Arshy Mann explains the strange (lack of) logic behind it all. And, data brokers are coming for your most sensitive information. So what can you do about it?

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger, former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz and founder of The Hatchet Arshy Mann. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

What Happens When the Loonie Falls?

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:00:00 +0000

The Canadian dollar’s been on the decline since last fall. On this week’s TLDR, how our wobbly currency might be affecting your pocketbook — and what you might want to do about it. And, last week, Sarah pledged to buy only Canadian products and services. Now, she shares all the highs, lows and lessons of her weeklong experiment. Plus, with Canada-U.S. trade in jeopardy, CBC’s Elamin Abdelmahmoud weighs in on the future of our film and TV industry.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Tariffs Averted! What Happens Now?

leah.feder@wealthsimple.com (devin friedman, sarah reiger, trevor tombe) — Wed, 5 Feb 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Trade war, no trade war, trade war, no trade war. On this week’s TLDR, economist Trevor Tombe joins the team to talk about a week in geopolitical whiplash, and where it leaves the Canadian economy. Plus, we go deep on one of the internal challenges hobbling our country’s economic prospects: interprovincial trade regulations.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman and business reporter Sarah Rieger. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

How Canada's Warren Buffett Invests

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 11:00:00 +0000

With housing costs higher than ever, our country’s immigration policy is tightening up. On this week’s TLDR, we look at the dollars and cents of it all — and what it means for our economic future. Plus, a dive into the best-performing Canadian investment of the last 20 years. Hint: it’s a company you’ve **probably** never heard of. And, how auto manufacturers are reacting to the news from down south.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger, former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz and CBC reporter Anis Heydari. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

How to Survive Governmentageddon 2025

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Canada’s facing some serious uncertainty right now, from a wide open Prime Minister race to a semi-hostile southern neighbor. On this week’s TLDR, we look at how some possible election outcomes could affect our country’s future. Plus, does a new pricing measure in New York City hold the key to solving Toronto’s traffic woes? And, why a glowing magazine story could spell doom for a company’s stock price.

Trade War. What Is It Good For?

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 11:00:00 +0000

With Parliament prorogued, there's a lot that's up in the air — including how much money some of us owe in taxes. On this week's TLDR, we break down the CRA rule that's throwing some Canadians' finances into question. Plus, with the trade war drum beating ever-louder, we look at the ways a conflict between Canada and the U.S. could play out. And, how recent investors in quantum computing lost money — and what it teaches us about the dos and don'ts of disruptive investing.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger, former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz and former business news anchor Amber Kanwar. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

How Not To Screw Up Your Money in 2025

Wed, 8 Jan 2025 11:00:00 +0000

New year, new us. (And new Prime Minister, apparently?) On this week’s TLDR, we comb through the data to figure out where everyone’s been investing their wealth over the past year — and what it tells us about what might be coming up next. And, we look at what the h*ll’s been happening in Canadian politics, and why. Plus, journalist Ben Mathis-Lilley talks us through setting ourselves up for financial success in the year ahead.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

What If Canada Actually Joins the U.S.??

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 11:00:00 +0000

So, the U.S. President-to-be threatened to annex us. Not cool. On this week’s TLDR, we look at the stats and ask how our home and native land stacks up against our neighbor to the south. And, we turn the tables and consider which U.S. state(s) could make a nice addition to Canada’s ten provinces. Finally, we get grilled, as Stacey Grenrock-Woods, the creative genius behind the TLDR newsletter’s FOMO index, quizzes the team on the last twelve months of news.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Order vs. Chaos

leah.feder@wealthsimple.com (felix salmon, matthew karasz, devin friedman) — Wed, 11 Dec 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Governments toppled, martial law, the end of internationalism: it’s easy to feel like the world is entering unprecedented territory. And, it’s true: there’s a lot of data suggesting everything's going crazy. But at the same time, there’s a whole lot of data suggesting that, actually, everything is normal and predictable and going well. So what's the truth? On this week’s TLDR, Felix Salmon, Axios’s chief financial correspondent, shares his take. Spoiler alert: not everyone agrees.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

How Netflix Picked Your Personality

Wed, 4 Dec 2024 11:00:00 +0000

From Amazon to Spotify to TikTok, the tech platforms we use tell us what to consume — and, increasingly, determine what gets made in the first place. On this week’s TLDR, we go deep into the history and nature of algorithms with New Yorker staff writer Kyle Chayka, author of Filterworld: How Algorithms Flattened Culture. Plus, we look at the changing nature of Google search and how Netflix’s “engagement machine” has come out on top — for now.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

How Duolingo Fixed AI

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 11:00:00 +0000

The AI revolution has produced some surprising winners and losers. On this week’s TLDR, why everyone’s favorite language learning app is coming out strong. Plus, Canada Post has been hemorrhaging money. Should it be allowed to? And, what the buzz around Anora teaches us about making money at the movies.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger, former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz and cultural commentator Elamin Abdelmahmoud. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Is the Crypto Boom Here to Stay?

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 11:00:00 +0000

In recent weeks, the crypto market has been **exploding**. On this week’s TLDR, is this boom any different from previous ones? Plus, you may have read some headlines about multi-million dollar retirement accounts. Should you be doing something different with your TFSA? And, Ken Griffin is a polarizing figure in the world of finance. Does he deserve all the hate?

Here’s that retirement account flow chart Sarah mentioned in this week's episode: https://www.wealthsimple.com/en-ca/learn/fhsa-tfsa-rrsp

Will Trump Change the Canadian Economy?

leah.feder@wealthsimple.com (sarah rieger, devin friedman, matthew karasz) — Wed, 13 Nov 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Since last week’s election, the U.S. stock market’s been hovering around record highs. On this week’s TLDR, we look at what the market seems to think is coming from the Trump administration. Plus, we try to anticipate what U.S. tariffs could mean for Canada. And, one of Matt’s former colleagues made a killing betting on election markets. He breaks down his strategy for us.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Let's Talk About Matt's Clothes

Wed, 6 Nov 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Goldman Sachs just put out a report predicting a stock market permafrost. On this week’s TLDR, we ask how scared we should be. Plus, long-time listeners know that TLDR co-host Matt Karasz loves his quarter zip sweaters. Menswear guru Derek Guy — @dieworkwear on X — puts Matt’s outfit of choice into sociological context. And, we take a look at why an AI superstock lost 50 billion USD in valuation.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

The Cozy Season Economy

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000

ETFs have long been known as “safe,” “boring” investments. What happens when they go rogue? On this week’s TLDR, a look at the boom in non-traditional ETFs, and how to keep your portfolio safe when investing in them. Plus, demand for nuclear energy is soaring. Will Saskatchewan (yes, Saskatchewan) be the big economic winner? And, the TLDR team goes deep on how fall became a money-making bonanza.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger, former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz and culture writer Amil Niazi. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Play the Stock Market Game Matt Can’t Win

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000

There’s a new stock trading game out there — and Matthew and his finance bro friends are really, really bad at it. On this week’s TLDR, what their failures teach us about how hard it is to play the market… even if you know what the future holds. Plus, a look at how and why crypto industry money is flooding the U.S. election. And, what the aftermath of a coal disaster tells us about corporate power and the future of energy.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger, former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz and TLDR newsletter lead editor and author of Valley So Low Jared Sullivan. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

How NOT to Trade Stock Options

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000

A carpenter named Chris made — and lost — hundreds of millions of dollars trading Tesla options. Now he’s suing a bank for damages. On this week’s TLDR, we look at how he claims he got into this mess, and what we can learn from his mistakes. Plus, we make sense of the online prediction markets where gamblers are betting big on the results of the US election. And, we ask if Google will be broken up — and if it would even matter.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger, financial educator Kyla Scanlon and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

TLDR Live With Matty Matheson

Wed, 9 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000

This week, TLDR comes to you live from the Paradise Theatre in Toronto, as our hosts chat with internationally renowned restaurateur and star of the Emmy-award winning show The Bear, Matty Matheson. Learn how Matty dropped out of cooking school, got himself out of tens of thousands of dollars worth of debt, and became the most successful chef entertainer in Canadian history.

Yep, That Annoying Fee Is Illegal

Wed, 2 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000

One of Canada’s biggest monopolies took a hit last week. On this week’s TLDR, what the Cineplex decision means for businesses, moviegoers and the future of hidden fees. And, is Mark Zuckerberg one of the most brilliant business leaders of our time? Matthew certainly thinks so. Plus, what the reopening of Three Mile Island tells us about the future of energy — and the tech industry.

Lower Mortgage Payments! (Could Be Bad?)

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000

With housing costs continuing to skyrocket, the Canadian government has announced a new set of mortgage rules. On this week’s TLDR, the tricky economics of fixing the housing crisis. Plus, with the stock market soaring, a look at why some investors are sounding the alarm. And, a window into the money-making magic of the most successful YouTuber in the world, Mr. Beast.

Investing in an Irrational World

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000

When it comes to investing, the general consensus has long been that markets are, generally speaking, pretty efficient. But… what if that’s all wrong? On this week’s TLDR, a look at the financial theory that’s dominated for decades, and why it might be time to change our thinking when it comes to markets. Plus, the European car market is on life support — can anything save it? And, are driverless cars the way of the future?

One Weird Money Trick… That Could Land You in Jail

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Last week, viral TikTok videos showed Chase customers how to withdraw huge amounts of money from the ATM. The only problem? It was completely illegal. On this week’s TLDR, a look at the good, bad and ugly finance tips you can find on TikTok, and some tips for figuring out which is which. Plus, we examine the latest chapter in the Bank of Canada’s rate cutting journey. And, we take a dive into the extra-heated “Founder Mode” debate.

How to Be a Great Investor (While Also Being Despised)

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Billionaire venture capitalist Peter Thiel was in the news this week for a very, er, controversial interview with Joe Rogan. On this week’s TLDR, how do Thiel’s political and social views square with his approach to investing? Plus, a look at the big cut Apple takes from app store users, and why it’s about to cost content creators even more. And, the reason that we will probably never be central bankers.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, financial educator Kyla Scanlon, former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz and managing editor Kat Angus. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

The CEO Everyone Wants

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Why did one hiring decision send Starbucks’s stock way up — and Chipotle’s down? On this week’s TLDR, why the market believes the once-burrito, now-coffee CEO Brian Niccol has the magic touch. Plus, after years of swiping, users are turning away from their dating apps. Where are they going instead? And, a look at the tangled state of Canada’s temporary foreign worker program.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger, financial educator Kyla Scanlon and VP of Product Swapnil Parikh. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Lessons From the Stock Market Meltdown

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Last week, the stock market had its most volatile day in a long time. On this episode of TLDR, we break down the chaos and dig into some of the theories about why it happened. And, we look at which investors came out the strongest at the end of it all.

How Housing Prices Rose So High, So Fast

leah.feder@wealthsimple.com (sarah rieger, devin friedman, michelle cyca) — Tue, 6 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Since 2005, the average price of a home in Canada has tripled. On this week’s TLDR, award-winning journalist Michelle Cyca — who wrote the definitive piece on the subject, The End of Homeownership, for Maclean’s last year — tells us why and what happens next.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman and business reporter Sarah Rieger. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

How to Say No to $23b

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000

A company you may or may not have heard of got a $23b offer from Google — and walked away. On this week’s TLDR, when should you say no to nine figures? Plus, how did a tobacco company become the best performing US investment in recent history? And, some divergent views on the wisdom of giving everybody free money.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, managing editor Kat Angus, financial educator Kyla Scanlon and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Why Your Car Got Stolen

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000

A crackdown on car thefts in Ontario and Quebec has had some unintended consequences. On this week’s TLDR, why our cars keep getting stolen. And, after decades of financial success, Nike now seems like a brand in trouble. Is this the end of the line for the swoosh? Plus, making sense of the latest market reversal.

Is Stock Trading Becoming a Teen Sport?

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Investors are starting to trade stocks younger and younger. On this week’s TLDR, we look at what’s behind this retail trading boom — and why it doesn’t seem to be going anywhere. And, how berries became so expensive, and why everyone (especially parents) keeps on buying them. Plus, what product recalls really cost companies.

A Guide to Bull Market Investing

Tue, 9 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Stocks have been rallying for a year and a half — and that’s making some investors nervous. On this week’s TLDR, we explore the wisdom behind investing in a bull market. Plus, a look at why Canadian home insurance prices have been soaring. And, a long strange trip through the finances of Las Vegas’s Sphere.

How Your Credit Card Makes Money

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000

On this week’s TLDR, what one bad bet from Wells Fargo can teach us about how credit card companies make all their money. And, the children of the ultra-rich are getting their inheritances soon. How do they plan to invest their fortunes? Plus, Canada’s most storied comedy festival is cancelled — maybe forever? What this not-so-funny development tells us about the state of the arts.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger, managing editor Kat Angus and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

How the NHL Can Win

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000

What's been a better investment than Apple stock? Buying a professional sports team. This week, TLDR looks at the incredible returns on sports ownership, and why the NHL is trying to goose its numbers by... casting itself in a reality series. Plus, the Fed isn't doing the same thing as the BOC anymore — should we be worried? And, why we can't take our eyes off the succession drama at Paramount Global.

The Big Rate Cut Question

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Last week, the Bank of Canada finally gave investors a bit of relief… in the form of a .25% interest rate cut. On this week's TLDR, what this cut means for investors, savers and anyone trying to make sense of the global economy. And, how a memestocker sent GameStop soaring — and, for a brief moment, looked like he was possibly on course to become a billionaire. Plus, how Abercrombie & Fitch rebranded — and became one of the best performing stocks on the market.

A 2024 Stock Loser

Tue, 4 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000

The market’s been booming for months — but not everyone’s getting in on the action. On this week’s TLDR, what we can learn about investing from a sector that’s been left out of the rally. Plus, Indigo Books, Music and More was once one of the most trusted brands in Canada. Why did they fall so far, so fast? And finally, it’s book release week! Kyla and the team offer an overview of her long-awaited economics primer.

Should Sarah Buy a House Right Now?

Tue, 28 May 2024 10:00:00 +0000

With home values and interest rates through the roof, who in their right mind would buy a house right now? Sarah Rieger, that’s who. On this week’s TLDR, fixed rates, variable rates, and the dream of sipping wine on your very own front porch. Plus, the AI gold rush has led to huge valuations for computing and tech companies. But who else is making out big? And, what killed Red Lobster? Hint: it wasn’t (just) all-you-can-eat shrimp.

Welcome Back to 2021?!

Tue, 21 May 2024 10:00:00 +0000

The central character of the 2021 GameStop frenzy tweeted a meme and the market went bananas. On this week’s TLDR, was the latest rally a sign that memestocks are alive and well? Or was it the last paroxysm of a bygone era? Plus, what the Canada-U.S. battle over softwood tariffs tells us about the trading relationship between the two countries. And, how OpenAI is shaping the future of artificial intelligence — and, possibly, human relationships.

Editor's note: This episode was recorded on Friday, May 17th. On Monday, May 20th, Wired published a story reporting that Scarlett Johansson claims OpenAI ripped off her voice for ChatGPT4-o and intends to take legal action. The piece states that Sam Altman approached Johansson on two occasions before launching the new product, and both times she declined. The story is ongoing.

Why Are Earnings So Strong?

Tue, 14 May 2024 10:00:00 +0000

The stock market has approached all-time highs thanks to white-hot earnings reports. On this week’s TLDR, a look at what’s behind the good news. Plus, how regulators are — and aren’t — making sense of “Buy Now, Pay Later” apps. And, what the latest announcement from Nintendo tells us about the gaming industry — and Nintendo’s future.

How Hedge Funds Bet On Death

Tue, 7 May 2024 10:00:00 +0000

A new lawsuit accuses Apollo Global Management of making “death bets” on senior citizens. On this week’s TLDR, the tangled — and at times unsavory — world of life insurance. Plus, why the only place left to buy a home might be P.E.I. And, the technology powering Domino’s Pizza’s supercharged earnings.

The Investing Strategy That Makes (and Loses) Billions

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Elon Musk has lost an eye-popping amount of money this year. On this week’s TLDR, a look at the investment strategy that made him all those billions of dollars in the first place. (Hint: it’s the opposite of what your financial advisor would recommend.) Plus, a look at StatCan’s new income exploration tool, which shows you how your salary ranks against your neighbor’s. And, how Bluey took over kids’ TV.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger, financial educator Kyla Scanlon and former hedge-funder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr.

Check out StatCan’s income exploration tool here: https://shorturl.at/afjrM

How Monster Won the Stock Market

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 10:00:00 +0000

One of the best performing stocks of the past 25 years probably isn’t one you’d expect. On this week's TLDR, a deep dive into Monster, the energy drink company delivering caffeinated returns. Plus, a look at Amazon's distribution network and the disgruntled drivers who power it. And, why the Fed's not cutting rates any time soon and what it might mean for investors.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger, financial educator Kyla Scanlon and VP of Product Swap Parikh. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Why Gold Is Going Up

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Gold prices are soaring and nobody’s totally sure why. On this week’s TLDR, a primer on the gold market and some theories about why it’s so hot right now. Plus: why it’s never been more expensive to own a car, and how Ozempic could transform medicine — and the snack food aisle.

How to Understand This Bull Market

Tue, 9 Apr 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Congratulations on making it to the end of the fiscal quarter! To commemorate, we explain how markets soared, whether investors are crazed, and what might happen next. Oh, and we bring back the FOMO news quiz. See if you're smarter than our panel of TLDR news experts.

And finally: help us win a Webby! Vote for the TLDR newsletter in the Business, Tech, and News category.

This episode was hosted by TLDR newsletter managing editor Kat Angus, business reporter Sarah Rieger, financial educator Kyla Scanlon, and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz, with a guest appearance by writer and actress Stacey Woods. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr.

The Art of the Meme Stock

Tue, 2 Apr 2024 10:00:00 +0000

This week on TLDR: Donald Trump’s media company (home of Truth Social) went public last week and the stock price went wild, rising by nearly 60 percent.* So why do investors think $DJT is a good buy? And what happens if Trump tries to sell his shares? Plus: sports betting takes off in Ontario, and the story behind chocolate’s big meltdown.

*Shares of $DJT have fallen since we recorded this episode.

How to Fix Inflation

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 10:00:00 +0000

This week on TLDR: What do central bankers actually do? We find out what it takes to make the economy not too hot, not too cold, but just right. Plus, we take a trip to AI Woodstock (aka the Nvidia product launch) and find out what Jensen Huang and Justin Timberlake may have in common. Also, why some realtors may be out of a job soon, and why crypto is the ransom of choice.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger, financial educator Kyla Scanlon and former hedge funder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Hot Private Credit Summer?

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 10:00:00 +0000

This week on TLDR: the team talks TikTok — why the U.S. wants to ban it, and whether a Canadian ban may follow. We also discuss the Squamish First Nation's plans for an ambitious new development in the heart of downtown Vancouver. Plus, why is private credit so hot right now, and can you spot a bubble before it pops?

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger, financial educator Kyla Scanlon and former hedge funder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Cathie Wood Is Not Wrong (Source: Cathie Wood)

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 10:00:00 +0000

This week on TLDR: we talk with Cathie Wood, the controversial CEO of ARK Invest, an investment-management firm that has become synonymous with the most speculative of speculative tech investments. We ask Wood about her investing strategy, the future of AI, and why she sold Nvidia out of ARK’s flagship portfolio as its shares were soaring. Plus, why Bitcoin is suddenly rallying, The Body Shop’s downfall, and why Formula One is racing to the top with investors.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger, financial educator Kyla Scanlon and former hedge funder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Listener, This Is a Wendy’s

Tue, 5 Mar 2024 11:00:00 +0000

This week on TLDR: The restaurant chain Wendy’s announced a plan to introduce "dynamic pricing" but quickly punted on the idea after the internet had Some Thoughts. We also find out how Stripe -- the privately held e-payments processor -- turned a niche product into a US$65 billion business. Plus, Canada’s favourite pipeline, and why many companies want to end work-from-home for good.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger, financial educator Kyla Scanlon and former hedge funder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

All-You-Can-Eat the Rich

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 11:00:00 +0000

This week on TLDR: Red Lobster used bottomless shrimp to get diners in the door — and lost a boatload of cash. Which underscores an important rule of business: never bet against the North American eater. We also find out why stuff like Airbnb and DoorDash suddenly got so pricey, and why that probably hit millennials the hardest.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, TLDR newsletter managing editor Kat Angus, financial educator Kyla Scanlon and former hedge-funder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

The TLDR Podcast is offered by Wealthsimple Media Inc. and is for informational purposes yonly. The content in the TLDR Podcast is not investment advice, a recommendation to buy or sell assets or securities, and does not represent the views of Wealthsimple Financial Corp or any of its other subsidiaries or affiliates. Wealthsimple Media Inc. does not endorse any third-party views referenced in this content. More information at wealthsimple.com/tldr.

Zuck's Couch Throwdown

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 11:00:00 +0000

This week on TLDR: Why fresh inflation data has some investors pushing back their rate-cut timelines. Plus, Shopify's revenue goes up, but it's stock takes a dive, and the typo that cost Lyft investors millions.

How Temu Won the Super Bowl

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 11:00:00 +0000

This week on TLDR: We discuss the ascendant shopping platform Temu, which, suddenly, seems to be everywhere, partly thanks to a half a dozen or so ads it ran on Sunday. We explain what exactly Temu is, plus Uber’s big rebound, Canada’s not-so-bad-actually unemployment rate, and one very profit-hungry Caterpillar.

How Sweatpants Won the Stock Market

Tue, 6 Feb 2024 11:00:00 +0000

This week on TLDR: Is it just us, or does the entire economy now seem geared toward people who live entirely on DoorDash food? We unpack how introverts became a mega market force (and sparked a public-health epidemic). Plus: if you think Meta is lame, maybe you didn’t see their earnings report last week. How Zuck’s 20-year-old company is crushing 2024.

This episode is hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger, financial educator Kyla Scanlon, and former hedge funder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Dawn of the Apple FaceTV

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 11:00:00 +0000

This week on TLDR: Apple’s new Vision Pro goggles are already sold out. Why are people (finally) getting excited about virtual reality headgear? Plus, Tesla’s not-so-great news, what Alberta and Texas have in common (hint: it’s not oil or cattle), and we talk Oscar snubs, streaming, and the business of movie making with a Hollywood insider.

We Can't Quit You, Mr. Rogers

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 11:00:00 +0000

This week on TLDR: The latest on the Rogers family drama. Plus, puffy coats and hot air at Davos, Jamie Dimon gets a $36mm present, and why your mortgage is hoping 2024 is the new 1948.

The 10 Most Important Days for Investing

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 11:00:00 +0000

This week on TLDR: Why good investing comes down to a few days a year. Plus Bitcoin gets boring, Boeing gets a little too exciting, and is it time for an American Psycho reboot?

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger, finance educator Kyla Scanlon, and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

How Stanley Tumblers Got So Hot

Tue, 9 Jan 2024 11:00:00 +0000

This week on TLDR: Pirates! Plus, why everyone is talking about those Stanley water bottles, do you actually need to diversify your investments (spoiler: yes), and a debate over whether CEOs make too much, or way too much money.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

The 2023 FOMO Episode

Tue, 2 Jan 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Welcome to TLDR's New Year’s episode. Featuring the stock of the year! And (of course) the horrific Canadian real-estate market! And our first annual FOMO quiz administered by none other than Stacey Grenrock-Woods, the genius behind our newsletter’s famous FOMO Index.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger and former hedgefunder Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

Netflix’s War on Churn

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 11:00:00 +0000

This week on TLDR: Netflix, for the first time ever, disclosed what its users are watching. And you might not know any of its top shows. We didn’t! Plus, the team discusses Canada’s Dollarama diet, whether Jerome Powell should be person of the year (YES), and why falling prices are actually a bad thing.

The Seven Most Magnificent Stocks

leah.feder@wealthsimple.com (Wealthsimple Media LLC) — Tue, 12 Dec 2023 11:00:00 +0000

This week on TLDR: the seven stocks responsible for Wall Street’s banger year — and whether they’re still a good investment. Plus: the team talks about the bitcoin rally, a possible crackdown on Canada’s monopolies and oligopolies, and why economics should be easier to understand.

The Cheesecake Factory Economy

Tue, 5 Dec 2023 11:00:00 +0000

This week on TLDR: The Cheesecake Factory isn’t just a place where high schoolers take their prom dates; the chain can tell us a lot about a mall’s financial health. Plus: we discuss the gossip around the UN’s climate summit, share some of Charlie Munger’s investing wisdom, and dive into the challenges of being a young Canadian in this economy.

Martin Short vs. AI!

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 11:00:00 +0000

This week on TLDR: Martin Short on money, his career, and how he feels about tattoos. Plus: the OpenAI debacle, bad news for The Beer Store, and the not-so-secret secret to buying a home (hint: it rhymes with schmarents).

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, TLDR managing editor Kat Angus, business reporter Sarah Rieger, and finance educator Kyla Scanlon. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

How Your Vibes Affect the Economy

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 11:00:00 +0000

This week on TLDR: The economy is doing pretty well all told, but it doesn’t feel that way to many Canadians. Kyla Scanlon explains. Plus: we discuss why Canada Goose is getting cooked, the Airbnb backlash, and that wild Peter Thiel profile in The Atlantic.

The Economy (Taylor’s Version)

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 11:14:33 +0000

This week on TLDR: T-Swift spared us from a recession, at least according to Kyla Scanlon. Plus, we explain why Canada’s stock market is meh right now and discuss what King Charles had to say about inflation.

This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger, finance educator Kyla Scanlon, and resident capitalist Matthew Karasz. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldr

The TLDR Podcast is offered by Wealthsimple Media Inc. and is for informational purposes only. The content in the TLDR Podcast is not investment advice, a recommendation to buy or sell assets or securities, and does not represent the views of Wealthsimple Financial Corp or any of its other subsidiaries or affiliates. Wealthsimple Media Inc. does not endorse any third-party views referenced in this content. More information at wealthsimple.com/tldr.

Introducing TLDR

leah.feder@wealthsimple.com (Wealthsimple Media LLC) — Wed, 1 Nov 2023 19:11:30 +0000

A show about the culture, gossip and business of money.

TLDR

Our (For Now!) Farewell

What Happens When the Housing Bubble Bursts?

How Freaked Out Should You Be About the Job Market?

Did Teddy Bears Just Save the Economy?

A Poker Player Teaches Us About Risk

Can You Hack the Housing Market?

27 Years of Financial Advice in 11 Minutes

How the U.S. Is Threatening Canada's Future

How a Meme Stock Happens

Special Episode: Your Money Questions, Answered

Wake Me Up When the Tariffs End

How Much Will Your Kid Cost You?

Cheaper Air Travel? Yes Please!

Where We Are in the Crypto Story

Is the Housing Market Really Tanking?

Is Buying the Dip a Science?

Getting a Job? In This Economy?

How the World Went Ozempic

Warren Buffett Was Right About 2025

Why Lower Prices Haven’t Solved the Housing Crisis

Post-Election Special: It's Still the Economy (Duh.)

​​The TLDR Interview: Jonathan Pedneault, Green Party of Canada

The TLDR Interview: Pierre Poilievre, Conservative Party of Canada

The TLDR Interview: Peter Julian, NDP

Coming Friday: Special Election Episodes!

You Need to Understand Bonds! (Sorry.)

Breaking News: Market Meltdown Edition

Debt, and How to Get Out of It

Never Change Your Portfolio! Except When…

What Happens When Canadians Fight Back?

Surviving Crappy Markets 101

Why Crypto’s Gone Cold

Why It Feels Harder to Get Ahead in 2025

The Happiest Place on the Internet

What Happens When the Loonie Falls?

Tariffs Averted! What Happens Now?

How Canada's Warren Buffett Invests

How to Survive Governmentageddon 2025

Trade War. What Is It Good For?

How Not To Screw Up Your Money in 2025

What If Canada Actually Joins the U.S.??

Order vs. Chaos

How Netflix Picked Your Personality

How Duolingo Fixed AI

Is the Crypto Boom Here to Stay?

Will Trump Change the Canadian Economy?

Let's Talk About Matt's Clothes

The Cozy Season Economy

Play the Stock Market Game Matt Can’t Win

How NOT to Trade Stock Options

TLDR Live With Matty Matheson

Yep, That Annoying Fee Is Illegal

Lower Mortgage Payments! (Could Be Bad?)

Investing in an Irrational World

One Weird Money Trick… That Could Land You in Jail

How to Be a Great Investor (While Also Being Despised)

The CEO Everyone Wants

Lessons From the Stock Market Meltdown

How Housing Prices Rose So High, So Fast

How to Say No to $23b

Why Your Car Got Stolen

Is Stock Trading Becoming a Teen Sport?

A Guide to Bull Market Investing

How Your Credit Card Makes Money

How the NHL Can Win

The Big Rate Cut Question

A 2024 Stock Loser

Should Sarah Buy a House Right Now?

Welcome Back to 2021?!

Why Are Earnings So Strong?

How Hedge Funds Bet On Death

The Investing Strategy That Makes (and Loses) Billions

How Monster Won the Stock Market

Why Gold Is Going Up

How to Understand This Bull Market

The Art of the Meme Stock

How to Fix Inflation

Hot Private Credit Summer?

Cathie Wood Is Not Wrong (Source: Cathie Wood)

The TLDR Interview: Jonathan Pedneault, Green Party of Canada