Barron's Streetwise
Barron's Streetwise
Barron's
Get the lowdown on high finance each week with Barron’s columnist Jack Hough. Business leaders and trendspotters, insights and absurdities—this is Wall Street like you've never heard before.
The Beef Episode, Reheated
Steak and burger prices have soared, yet U.S. ranchers are raising the smallest cattle herd in 75 years. Jack heads to Texas to learn why. This episode originally aired on Feb. 13, 2026.
Jul 17
34 min
Perps, Buybacks, Bond Funds, and Women's Basketball
Jack answers listener questions, and walks back a garbage can tip.
Jul 10
24 min
Bear Flatteners and Stock Pick Rick
Jack answers a listener question about the state of the stock market. A top portfolio manager has four investment ideas.
Jul 3
28 min
Flights and Tights: Delta CEO Ed Bastian and a Look at Lululemon.
A leader in air travel joins the podcast. Plus, Jefferies analyst Randal Konik discusses why a yoga wear pioneer has turned downward dog.
Jun 26
33 min
The Top CEOs of 2026. Plus, Corning's Wendell Weeks Talks A.I. and Glass.
Jack and Barron's all-star Andrew Bary discuss more standout leaders.
Jun 19
29 min
Revisiting the K-Shaped Economy
In this rerun, Jack searches for new market metaphors and a RBC Economist sizes up U.S. conditions. This episode originally aired on Dec. 5, 2025.
Jun 12
24 min
Jack joins the High Miles Club. Is Autozone a buy?
Plus a top money manager shares five healthcare stock picks.
Jun 5
22 min
Jordan, Wemby, and Why Nike’s Turnaround Hasn’t Taken Flight
A footwear analyst, money manager, and a pair of sneakerheads weigh in. And Jack isn’t a fan of the new Flopper 3s.
May 29
28 min
The Sunny Side of the Late Early Cycle
A portfolio manager discerns between investors' macro and micro worries. Plus the anticipated release of Grand Theft Auto VI.
May 22
23 min
A CIO's Warning on Stocks
Brad Conger, chief investment officer at Hirtle & Co., explains why the market looks vulnerable, and what to do about it. And Jack has thoughts on how to lord your understanding of the "equity risk premium" over your friends.
May 15
30 min
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