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Industry | The Unofficial Companion Podcast for HBO Max's "Industry"
Two former Morgan Stanley investment bankers break down your favorite TV show, decoding the financial jargon, unpacking each trade, and revealing the real-life events behind the drama. With insider reality checks and a Princeton English Literature major's insight, our analysis makes the drama richer and helps you grasp the high-stakes world of finance behind it.
This isn't just a recap; it's an education.
Podcasting since 2024 • 19 episodes
Industry | The Unofficial Companion Podcast for HBO Max's "Industry"
Latest Episodes
S3E2 "Smoke and Mirrors Breakdown" | IPO Disasters, Greenshoe and More!
In this episode of the Unofficial Companion Podcast to HBO Max's hit show Industry, hosts Jen and Kristen—both former investment bankers and teachers—dive deep into the financial intricacies and dramatic moments of Season 3, Episode 2 titled 'S...
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S3E1 “Il Mattino Ha L’Oro in Bocca” | IPOs, VCs and Founders Cashing Out, ESG and More!
In this episode we delve into the intricate world of finance depicted in the Season 3 premiere, breaking down the complexities behind the IPO process, explaining key concepts such as leverage ratios, net debt, and the influence of natural gas p...
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S2E8 "Jerusalem" | How Soros Broke the Bank of England & What It Has to Do with "Industry" (and the Trump Administration)
In this episode, we break down the finance behind the Industry Season 2 finale—and without exaggerating, this might be our favorite episode yet. There was so much to dig into, starting with the trade that the whole season buil...
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S2E7 | "Lone Wolf and Cub" Hitting a Bid Away, Comp & Revenge
We’re back and breaking down Season 2, Episode 7 of Industry: “Lone Wolf and Cub.” This one is dense with real finance concepts—starting with Harper, Eric, and Rishi's attempt to “hit a bid away” and pitch themselves as a ready-made de...
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S2 E6 | "Short to the Point of Pain": GameStop, Short Squeezes, Fundamentals and More
IIn this episode, we break down Season 2, Episode 6: "Short to the point of pain". The plot centers around FastAid, a company caught in the middle of a short squeeze reminiscent of GameStop’s 2021 rally. We analyze the mechanics of short sellin...
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