Podcast: The Iron Capital Podcast


  • Iron Capital Perspectives
  • March 11, 2026
  • APIA

Episode 25 – Iran, AI, and the Dollar: What is Driving Emerging Markets?

Chuck and Michael host Richard Thies from Driehaus Capital Management. Together they explore the forces shaping emerging‑market (EM) performance, including Iran, the value of the dollar, and AI. Let’s explore.


  • Iron Capital Perspectives
  • November 13, 2025
  • APIA Communications

Episode 24 – AI Speculation: Bubble or Boom?

Chuck and Michael delve into the intriguing world of market bubbles, exploring the signs, the psychological factors at play, and the lessons learned from past market dynamics. Are we in an AI bubble today, and what does that mean for investors?


  • Iron Capital Perspectives
  • October 14, 2025
  • APIA Communications

Episode 23 – Gold Rush 2.0: Commodity Supercycle?

Chuck and Michael are joined by special guest Wasif Latif, Co-Founder, President & CIO of Sarmaya Partners. Chuck, Michael and Wasif discuss the current trends in commodities and how commodities move in supercycles. They explore investment strategies in commodities, focusing on gold markets, which coincidentally hit a record high the day they recorded this podcast.


  • Iron Capital Perspectives
  • September 10, 2025
  • APIA

Episode 22 – Jobs Crisis: Navigating Economic Slowdown

In this episode, Michael Smith and Chuck Osborne delve into the pressing issue of job creation amidst an economic slowdown. They discuss the recent job reports, highlighting the challenges of not meeting the historical benchmark of 200,000 jobs per month. The conversation explores the impact of immigration changes, tariffs, and the broader economic implications. Tune…


  • Iron Capital Perspectives
  • August 12, 2025
  • APIA

Episode 21 – Data Lies: Understanding Economic Truths

Knowledge is different than data. Chuck and Michael Smith discuss the complexities of data interpretation in economics, emphasizing the importance of understanding the context behind economic indicators. They explore the recent fluctuations in GDP and employment data, the impact of tariffs and trade deficits, and the nuances of job creation in relation to recession.