Episode 5: Testing out a new format for the show. 

In this episode, Karthik and Assad drop the gauntlet and debate the merits of sporting event attendance restrictions and the legalization of sports betting. Tom plays host/moderator/occasional heckler. 

We wrap this episode with a "mini-debate" on the future of sports: in-person or virtual?

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Episode 4: In this episode, Karthik, Assad, and Tom (KAT) reflect on working remotely with Zoom over the past year and what the future of work will look like going forward. 

In this episode, we discuss:

- What changed over the past 14 months & what we miss from in-person office situations

- How Zoom rose to the occasion and how it will shape meeting in the future

- Rise of the Rest - exodus from big city Hubs to the suburbs and/or mid-tiered cities

We wrap this episode with a "mini-dive" on old technology/devices that we miss and how you can find them at your local RadioShack

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Episode 3: In this episode, Karthik, Assad, and Tom (KAT) discuss Collectibles from our youth to today's resurgence of the collectibles market.

In this episode, we discuss:

- Our own collections growing up (stamps, sneakers, etc.)

- Trade-offs between joy & satisfaction vs. future value appreciation

- Collectibles as an asset class

- Technological advancements - i.e. NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens) - driving change in the industry

We wrap this episode with a "mini-dive" on entertainment recommendations (movies/TV shows) that were part of our stay-at-home routine over the past year.

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Episode 2: In this episode, Karthik, Assad, and Tom (KAT) discuss racism and the rise in violence against Asians in the country. From under-reporting of hate crimes, to reflecting on our past growing up in a white dominated world, and sharing our frustration and hope for a systemic change during this watershed moment of cultural awakening. 

We wrap this episode with a "mini-dive" on the 'legacy' of Bernie Madoff & some hot takes on Ponzi Schemes.

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Episode 1: Karthik, Assad, and Tom (KAT) go deep on Cameo, a popular marketplace where fans can book personalized video shoutouts from their favorite celebrities. 

In this episode, we discuss: 

- Is Cameo here to stay or simply a Covid-19 fad? 

- Cameo vs. OnlyFans 

- The emergence of creator-fan direct relationships and the capability for creators to better monetize 

- The future of personalized content distribution for celebrity/influencers 

- A live listen to our very own "Cameo" from a surprise guest!  

We will wrap each episode with a "mini-dive": today, we honor DMX (RIP) with a throwback to 90s hip-hop and discuss our favorite artists.

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Episode 0: Karthik, Assad and Tom share the story of how they got acquainted: spanning from a hotel dorm, Craigslist, a NYC house party, and a weekend in St. Louis during the height of "Linsanity"

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