FireSide: A Podcast Series from Future Standard
FireSide is a podcast series from Future Standard featuring episodes and research on the markets and economy. This information is educational in nature and does not constitute a financial promotion, investment advice or an inducement or incitement to participate in any product, offering or investment. Future Standard is not adopting, making a recommendation for or endorsing any investment strategy or particular security. All views, opinions and positions expressed herein are that of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions or positions of Future Standard. Interviews, including interviewee responses, are not intended to produce or solicit an endorsement of Future Standard or its products. All opinions are subject to change without notice, and you should always obtain current information and perform due diligence before participating in any investment. Future Standard does not provide legal or tax advice and the information herein should not be considered legal or tax advice. Tax laws and regulations are complex and subject to change, which can materially impact any investment result. Future Standard cannot guarantee that the information herein is accurate, complete, or timely. Future Standard makes no warranties with regard to such information or results obtained by its use, and disclaims any liability arising out of your use of, or any tax position taken in reliance on, such information.Any projections, forecasts and estimates contained herein are based upon certain assumptions that the author considers reasonable. Projections are necessarily speculative in nature, and it can be expected that some or all of the assumptions underlying the projections will not materialize or will vary significantly from actual results. The inclusion of projections herein should not be regarded as a representation or guarantee regarding the reliability, accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein, and neither Future Standard nor the author are under any obligation to update or keep current such information. All investing is subject to risk, including the possible loss of the money you invest.
Episodes
126 episodes
Q2 U.S. economic outlook: Sturdy under strain featuring Jason Cole
In this episode, Future Standard’s Investment Research team members Alan Flannigan and Andrew Korz unpack the key themes from their Q2 2026 U.S. Economic Outlook, Sturdy, Under Strain. They examine the state of the U.S. economy enterin...
Private Credit: Looking beyond the headlines
In this episode, Future Standard’s Investment Research team members, Alan Flannigan and Andrew Korz, are joined by Rob Hoffman, Head of Credit Solutions, for a data‑driven look at what’s really happening in private credit right now. They unpack...
2026 Private markets outlook: Forged, not found
Private markets are entering 2026 at a pivotal moment. After years defined by inflation, rate volatility and compressed liquidity, investors now confront a landscape where opportunity is expanding — but not evenly. In this episode of the Future...
Head to Head x Greg Toskos
In a new episode of Head to Head, Greg Toskos (Managing Director, Head National Sales, UBS Global Wealth Management) joins Co-Heads of Distribution Kirsten Pickens and Ryan Robertson.For more research insights go to https://futurestandar...
Private markets outlook: CIO Mike Kelly—The new investing imperative
In the finale of our Private Markets Outlook series, we sit down with Co-President and Chief Investment Officer Mike Kelly for an in-depth look into the new investing imperative in private markets. Mike joins Research team members A...
Private markets outlook: Private credit
In this episode of the Private Markets Outlook series, we sit down with Scott Giardina, Managing Director and Head of Trading for Future Standard’s Global Credit Team, for an in-depth look at the current state of private credit.Scott joi...
Private markets outlook: Private equity
What’s next for private equity? We continue our Private Markets Outlook series with a discussion featuring Jorge Rossello, Managing Director, LP Secondaries. He joins Research team members Andrew Korz and Alan Flannigan to explore how private e...
Private markets outlook: Commercial real estate
What lies ahead for CRE? We continue our Private Markets Outlook series with a discussion featuring two of our portfolio managers, Jason Landon (equity) and Rob Lawrence (credit). They join Research team members Andrew Korz and Alan Flannigan t...
D.C. update with Jason Cole: Tariff takeback?
Head of Public Policy Jason Cole provides his latest briefing from Washington. Jason updates the team on critical policy developments impacting markets and shaping the Trump administration’s economic agenda. Jason joins SVP of Investment Resear...
The Takeaway: Delayed but not denied
Who stands to be the biggest loser if free trade starts to unwind? Who stands to gain? Chief Market Strategist Troy A. Gayeski, CFA dives into his
Private markets outlook: Follow the value, not the herd
We dive deep into the defining trends shaping private markets in the first episode of our midyear Private Markets Outlook series. Join Andrew Korz, Senior Vice President of Investment Research, and Alan Flannigan, Investment Research Associate,...
Mapping the markets: Macro Update
Join Senior Vice President of Investment Research Andrew Korz and Investment Research Associate Alan Flanigan as they explore what the latest developments in tax reform, trade policy and fiscal policy mean for the U.S. fiscal outlook and econom...
Head to Head x Jennifer Garcia: I never cold-call
In a new episode of Head to Head, Jennifer Garcia (Private Wealth Advisor and Managing Director of the Garcia Private Wealth Group at Wells Fargo) joins Co-Heads of Distribution Kirsten Pickens and Ryan Robertson to discuss her unique approach ...
The Takeaway: The Galactic Mean Reversion is back
Who stands to be the biggest loser if free trade starts to unwind? Who stands to gain? Chief Market Strategist Troy A. Gayeski, CFA dives into his ...
Tariffs, trade and taxes: An update from Washington, D.C.
Join the Investment Research Associate Alan Flanigan and Head of Public Policy Jason Cole for a status update on tariffs, trade and taxes. The team analyzes the post-Liberation Day path forward and what it means for investors. Jason and Alan pr...
Tariffs: Impact on private markets
In this episode, our research team examines the latest on U.S. tariff policy and how it will impact private markets.Join Senior Vice President of Investment Research Andrew Korz and Research Associate Alan Flannigan as they discuss the p...
Market Madness 2025
Join the Investment Research team in celebrating March’s NCAA Basketball Tournament with our annual Market Madness show. Our experts put their Sweet 16 of public and private investment strategies to the test and crown a champion in this bracket...
U.S. exceptionalism: At a crossroads
Can U.S. economic exceptionalism survive the transformations of our time? We analyze the underpinnings of American economic exceptionalism, weigh its resilience and provide a playbook for investing in a new era Join Senior Vice Pres...
The Takeaway with Troy Gayeski: How Andrew Beckman approaches credit
On this special edition of The Takeaway, we’re joined by Portfolio Manager and Future Standard Head of Global Credit Andrew Beckman. We go in depth on what differentiates his app...
The first weeks of Trump: What’s impacting markets
The Trump administration is shaking up Washington with hundreds of executive orders and an aggressive push to cut government spending. But what's important for markets and what's just media fodder?Head of Public Policy Jason Cole examine...
Head to Head x Caroline Gundeck: This is a relationship business
In a new episode of Head to Head, Caroline Gundeck (Managing Director, Head of Client and Field Engagement at Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Management) joins Co-Heads of Distribution Kirsten Pickens and Ryan Robertson to share how she became on...
The Takeaway with Troy Gayeski: Post-election strategy
Chief Market Strategist Troy A. Gayeski, CFA, shares the key takeaways from his latest strategy note series on the post-election landscape for middle market privat...
The Takeaway with Troy Gayeski: Replacing fixed income
Chief Market Strategist Troy A. Gayeski, CFA, shares the key takeaways from his new strategy note, Replacing or complementing ...
Private markets outlook: Refilling the glass
As we approach the end of 2024, sparks of life are emerging in private markets, fueling optimism for improved liquidity and a revitalized investment landscape. Join Executive Director of Investment Research Andrew Korz and Research ...
FS Thrive x John Stemmerman: How to regulate and reflect
With over 20 years of experience supporting top athletes, military personal and business leaders, John Stemmerman (Senior Vice President of Performance at Exos) knows that high-performance is much more than just running a faster mile. ...
