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Untamed Ethos brings together investment professionals, executives, and subject-matter experts for unfiltered discussions on business, personal growth, investing, and current events. The format is candid and conversational, designed for well-rounded professionals who want honest takes without a corporate filter. Episodes cover a broad range of topics relevant to senior B2B leaders and investors.
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Episodes
The Must-Have Financial Advisor Tech for 2025
Advisors face a crowded tech landscape in 2025, but separating genuine innovations from hype requires a strategic approach to building their ideal toolkit
Sweet Niche Success: Lessons in Transitions & Gingerbread from a Crafty Marketer
Carving out a profitable niche demands the same precision and creativity as building a gingerbread masterpiece
Mental Health Trends: AI, Medication, Education, Workplace… and Animation
Younger generations face mounting mental health crises as technology and pandemic effects compound traditional stressors
Episode #24: JPMorgan Insider Tells All: The Hidden Damage Big Banks Do to Investors
A Wall Street veteran exposes the systemic practices that silently erode investor returns at major financial institutions
How Worldview Shapes Financial Decisions: Unveiling Behavioral Finance Insights
Personal beliefs and early life experiences shape how people make money decisions in ways they rarely recognize
Reshaping Research: How Conflicting Scientific Perspectives Unlock Deeper Insights
Researchers discover that intellectual opposition strengthens scientific discovery when competing viewpoints unite behind shared inquiry
Gender Bias in Academia and Society: Insights and Challenges
Scholars confront how institutional power structures shape the pursuit of truth across gender, politics, and perception
Unraveling Ethical & Economic Paradigms: JP Morgan, Epstein, Eric Stewart, and Ibram X. Kendi
Financial titans face mounting scrutiny over their ethical commitments when controversial ties and policy positions clash with stated corporate values
The Silent Takeover: How Three Financial Titans Redefine Rules of Wealth
Three financial giants now control four-fifths of the global ETF market, raising questions about concentrated power in supposedly democratized investing
Creating Culture Change and Authentic Community: The New Financial Frontier
Financial leaders are discovering that community-driven strategies now outperform traditional approaches in competitive markets
The Power of Inquiry: How to Ask Better Questions in Finance
Strategic questioning transforms how advisors uncover client needs and build stronger financial plans
Does Barbie Push a “Woke” Agenda? Exploring Current Cinematic Themes and the Stock Market
Modern cinema's increasingly mature content raises questions about whether films are evolving with audiences or straying from their intended demographic
From Botany to Bridgewater: Behind the Numbers with Unlimited Funds’ Bob Elliott
For a better perspective on the U.S. economy, looking behind the numbers for a proper understanding of where things stand is helpful. As Americans grapple with the shifting dynamics of its economy, a new narrative has emerged, challenging the collective understanding of where the economic heartbeat of our nation truly resides. People have grown…
BlackRock, Big Banks, and Social Media Wars: A Comprehensive Look at DE&I and ESG Practices, Threads’ Battle with Twitter, and the Earnings of JPMorgan, Citigroup, and Wells Fargo
DE&I, ESG practices, social media wars, and recent earnings of financial giants such as JPMorgan, Citigroup, and Wells Fargo create a vortex of activity ripe for discussion. In a world where social media platforms are battling for supremacy and big banks are releasing their earnings, the conversation around Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) and…
Taming Twitter Trolls, Index Fund Risks Exposed, NVIDIA’s Overpowering Influence, and the ‘Risk off’ Question
The disruptive landscapes of finance and social media lay bare new risks and rewards for industry professionals navigating these uncharted waters, including underestimated index fund risks, the influences of generative AI corporations like NVIDIA, and the rising tide of online trolling. An alarming trend that has necessitated this conversation is the growing dissonance between…
Modern Marketing in Wealth Management Requires Prioritizing Social Media to Stay Ahead of Evolving Trends
The landscape of marketing has evolved drastically over the past few years, largely fueled by technological advancements and the constant quest for relevance. A discussion about this evolution is timely as we witness the convergence of marketing trends and the wealth management industry. Additionally, attracting younger investors today undoubtedly requires the use of social…
Do Gen-Z Employees Care About ESG, CEI and DEI?
Today, discussions about Environmental Social Governance (ESG), Corporate Equality Index (CEI), and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI) are becoming more prevalent in the corporate world. Yet, many question their validity and impact, as institutions grapple with integrating these initiatives into their overall philosophy. This discussion is crucial, considering that globally, sustainable investment assets stood at…
Blockchain and Crypto Investing | The Problem with Passive Index Investing
In a world where digital currencies and blockchain technology are revolutionizing the financial landscape, the traditional approach of passive index investing is being critically examined. As the global market cap of cryptocurrencies surpassed $2 trillion in 2022, investors are compelled to reassess their strategies. The question arises: Is passive index investing still a viable…
The Divergence Between Stocks and Bonds & Emerging Market Trends
As the world of investing continues to evolve, it’s crucial for industry leaders to keep pace with the shifting landscape. One particular topic gaining traction is the divergence between stocks and bonds – an economic paradox affecting portfolios worldwide. Recent data shows that traditional investment strategies, like the 60-40 portfolio (60% in stocks and 40%…
Options Trading Sets Expectations for the Stock Market
As financial markets continue their unpredictable dance in 2023, one sector has found its rhythm: large-cap stocks, specifically in the NASDAQ, which has seen a surprising 27% growth this year. With a recent 3.5% weekly increase and a 6% rise over the last month, the market continues to be dominated by the big players, with…
Challenges Gen Z Employees Face in Today’s Workforce
As Gen Z begins to flood the global workforce, their unique work styles and expectations are becoming a point of discussion in the corporate world. This digital-first generation is rewriting the norms of the workplace, bringing forth new challenges but also innovative ideas. In the U.S., Gen Z makes up nearly 24% of the total…
Bipartisan Bill Proposed: What is Predicted of the Stock Market?
Politicians seem to have some of the best performing investment portfolios which is why the BiPartisan Restoring Faith in Government Act was introduced to prohibit congress member stock market trading. The bipartisan bill is sponsored by GOP Reps Matt Gaetz and Brian Fitzpatrick alongside Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, amongst others. On this episode of Untamed Ethos, host…
What Does NASDAQ Strength Mean for Markets?
As one of the biggest stock exchanges in the U.S., and the world, NASDAQ is a very important and global stock trade. With over 3,000 companies indexed, a lot is at stake for the economy with its performance. Ultimately, that also means the strength of it heavily relies on other markets and how inflation impacts…
Untamed Ethos with Joshua Wilson: Episode 3
Dr. Russell Rhodes and Dr. Joshua Wilson discuss population drops in China and other developed countries, the banking crisis, demographic changes and differences in generations, the impact of artificial intelligence, and ESG. They touch on the decline in China’s population due to their one-child policy, leading to a scarcity of cheap labor and a shift…
Untamed Ethos with Joshua Wilson: Episode 2
In this episode of Untamed Ethos, Dr. Joshua Wilson and Dr. Russell Rhoads discuss the current state of the markets and the surprising resilience of stocks despite recent bad economic numbers. They also talk about the controversial decision by the First Lady to invite both winning and losing NCAA women’s basketball teams to the…
Untamed Ethos with Joshua Wilson: Episode 1
Join Joshua I Wilson, CMT, Founder of United Ethos, and Russell Rhoades, PhD, CFA on this premier episode of the Untamed Ethos podcast! Join the Untamed Ethos for authentic and entertaining conversations with investment pros, executives, and other experts about business, personal growth, investing, politics, and trending topics. Joshua Wilson is the founder of United…
