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CoreWeave isn’t OpenAI or Nvidia, but it’s powering both.

We unpack how this lesser-known company became essential to the AI ecosystem, including:

• What CoreWeave actually does and why it matters
• How $55B in backlog signals explosive demand
• Why data centers, not apps, may define the next AI wave
• What an “AI capex bubble” could look like

A fast, insightful breakdown of the infrastructure race behind AI’s biggest players.

Chapters

• 02:57 CoreWeave's Financial Performance and Market Position
• 05:52 Understanding CoreWeave's Role in AI Architecture
• 08:34 Customer Relationships and Demand for AI Infrastructure
• 11:33 Competitive Landscape and Capital Requirements
• 14:10 The Bubble Discussion: AI Market Dynamics
• 17:03 National Security and Data Center Infrastructure
• 20:36 CoreWeave's Business Strategy and Future Outlook

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Retailers plan the lightest holiday hiring since the Great Recession, but spending is still projected to top $1T.

We dig into:

• Why demand smoothing and e-comm shift cut seasonal roles
• How “slower” in-store flow can increase basket size
• What segmentation and channels mean for labor needs
• Why tariff headlines often overstate price impact

Actionable takeaways for leaders on staffing, ops, and margin protection.

Chapters

• 00:30 Holiday Season Retail Trends
• 06:12 E-commerce Impact on Retail Hiring
• 11:51 Customer Experience and Retail Staffing
• 18:42 Understanding Consumer Spending Dynamics

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The consulting market just flipped. Bonuses are tightening, hiring is shifting toward AI-savvy talent, and clients now demand proof of impact.

In this episode, Andrew breaks down the key findings from Management Consulted’s October 2025 Consulting Industry Report — including bonus changes, firm acquisitions, private equity trends, and where firms are hiring now.

Download the full report here.

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