ATAI Life Sciences & Compass Pathways Co-Founder Christian Angermayer joins the show to talk about the roadblocks to getting psychedelics legal in the US and the best way to effectively treat mental health with them. Christian has been making waves recently after appearing on Joe Rogan, and has the backing of Peter Thiel. We've been talking alot about the potential of psychedelics in the past year, and after the FDA's recent disappointing decision... Christian tells us why it may not be all bad news. Sam handles the interview with Christian and then Derek hops in with Sam to talk about their interest in this investment.

The views and opinions expressed by Christian Angermayer in this episode are his own and do not necessarily represent those of atai Life Sciences.

Discussed:

• Dr. Nutt's "Drug Harm" Chart
• ATAI Investor Relations
• Compass Pathways Investor Relations
• Christian Angermayer's Substack
• ILAB 294: Matthew "Whiz" Buckley on Flying in Top Gun, Trading Options & Taking Psychedelics

Where we are:

• Johnny FD – Kyiv, Ukraine / IG @johnnyfdj
• Sam Marks - Bangkok, Thailand / IG @sammarks12
• Derek – Los Angeles, USA / IG @DerekRadio

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• Shopify
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Time Stamp:

• 00:21 - Sam/Derek Intro
• 06:09 - Interview with Christian Begins
• 32:00 - Why FDA Approval is Taking So Long
• 57:07 - The State of Psychedelic Stocks
• 01:08:13 - Sam/Derek Outro - Would They Invest

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Johnny and Derek break down the power of compound interest in this back to basics reminder episode. They cover why getting to $100K in investments is a huge milestone in the path to becoming a millionaire. They give real life examples of how fast your wealth can grow when you stay focused and don't pull out your investments on frivolous expenses. Share this episode with someone that is just starting out their investment journey or could use a push to start!

Discussed:

• Compound Interest Calculator

Where we are:

• Johnny FD – Kyiv, Ukraine / IG @johnnyfdj
• Sam Marks - Bangkok, Thailand / IG @sammarks12
• Derek – Los Angeles, USA / IG @DerekRadio

Sponsor:

• Shopify
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• ILAB Patreon
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Time Stamp:

• 02:45 - Why $100K is So Important
• 07:40 - Charlie Munger's Model to Get $100K
• 11:52 - How Fast $1K a Month Becomes $1M
• 21:20 - The Argument to Spend Your Money vs. Save

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While not a traditional money investment, we focus on what may be the most important investment tool you have - your mind! Sam's Kadampa (Tibetan Buddhism) mentor and U.S. National Spiritual Director for the Kadampa Meditation Center. They discuss multiple topics including mindset, happiness, disposition and how to find peace and love in your mind. Then Sam and Derek talk how this relates to their current states in life and discuss how you can take advantage of this practice as well.

About Kadam Morten: Kadam Morten Clausen is the U.S. National Spiritual Director and a senior disciple of renowned teacher and author Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyato. He has been teaching Buddhism for over 25 years and is a clear, humorous, and compelling speaker. He is also the resident teacher at Kadampa Meditation Center in New York City.

Discussed:

• Kadam Morten's Kadampa NYC Center
• How to Transform Your Life Free E-Book Download
• Find a Kadampa Center Near You

Where we are:

• Johnny FD – Kyiv, Ukraine / IG @johnnyfdj
• Sam Marks - Chiang Mai, Thailand / IG @sammarks12
• Derek – Los Angeles, USA / IG @DerekRadio

Sponsor:

• Shopify
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• ILAB Patreon
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Time Stamp:

• 00:28 - Sam & Derek Intro
• 10:47 - Interview with Kadam Morten Begins
• 25:05 - Changing Your Views Toward Others
• 52:40 - Will the World Around You Change Along with Your Mind?
• 01:03:55 - Sam & Derek Outro

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Our guest this episode is the notorious Mr. Bald from Bald and Bankrupt on YouTube! He's amassed over 4 million subscribers and embarked on many dangerous journies and documented travels to places few have gone to visit. These risks have paid off as Bald actually filed for bankruptcy in the UK before he began filming but is now a certified millionaire thanks to his YouTube channel. Find out how he finally put these funds to use after having them just sit in a zero interest bank account for years.

Discussed:

• Bald and Bankrupt YouTube Channel
• U.K Guide to Bankruptcy
• Bald's Video to Visit Abandoned Russian Spaceship
• Johnny FD YouTube Channel
• Petrolectric YouTube Channel

Where we are:

• Johnny FD – Kyiv, Ukraine / IG @johnnyfdj
• Sam Marks - Bangkok, Thailand / IG @sammarks12
• Derek – Los Angeles, USA / IG @DerekRadio

Sponsor:

• ILAB Patreon
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Time Stamp:

• 00:33 - Johnny & Derek Intro
• 05:57 - Interview with Bald Begins
• 17:40 - Bald's YouTube Strategy
• 23:30 - When Bald Found Out He's A Millionaire
• 32:35 - Where Bald Invests His Money
• 52:12 - Johnny & Derek Outro

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We made it to 300 episodes! Sam, Johnny & Derek are all on board for this special episode looking back at 300 episodes and 8 years of Invest Like a Boss. The guys answer listener questions, remininisce on past guests, and discuss the state of the show. This is the public portion of the episode, if you'd like the full version (with video)... you must be an ILAB Patreon member. In the Patreon portion, all 3 hosts also disclose financials and share screenshots of their personal accounts plus what money moves they are making. Here's to 300 more!

Discussed:

• Sam's First Appearance on Johnny's Travel Like a Boss Podcast Before ILAB Started
• Complete List of All ILAB Episodes (Many referenced in this episode)

Where we are:

• Johnny FD – Kyiv, Ukraine / IG @johnnyfdj
• Sam Marks - Bangkok, Thailand / IG @sammarks12
• Derek – Los Angeles, USA / IG @DerekRadio

Sponsor:

• • Shopify
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  • ILAB Patreon
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  Time Stamp:

  • 00:26 - Sam, Johnny & Derek Intro
  • 07:54 - Listener Questions Begin
  • 13:02 - Why Sam Chose Barcelona to Live
  • 28:30 - ILAB Guest Hall of Fame & Shame
  • 39:31 - Lessons We've Learned from Doing ILAB
  • 46:10 - How We'd Each Spend $1 Billion

  
  

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In this episode, we are discussing merger arbitrage opportunities, specifically on a stock that Sam & Derek personally own. We've been talking about Matterport since the metaverse series in 2021, and finally the stock had some life pumped back into it after a takeover offer from CoStar Group in April. Is this a good opportunity to jump in on the deal? We discuss with guest Collin Brantmeyer from the Motely Fool. Then Sam and Derek put in place plans on how they'll try and take advantage of this potential win from a stock that's been a major dog in the portfolio.

Discussed:

• Collin Brantmeyer's Article on Matterport Arbitrage in the Motley Fool
• Matterport Press Release on CoStar Buyout Offer
• Death of a Car Salesman Novel by Collin Brantmeyer

Where we are:

• Johnny FD – Kyiv, Ukraine / IG @johnnyfdj
• Sam Marks - Barcelona, Spain / IG @sammarks12
• Derek – Los Angeles, USA / IG @DerekRadio

Sponsor:

• • Shopify
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  • ILAB Patreon
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  Time Stamp:

  • 00:20 - Sam & Derek Intro
  • 07:50 - Interview with Collin Begins
  • 15:14 - Structure of the Matterport Deal
  • 20:30 - Merger Tax Implications for the Investor
  • 38:50 - How Sam & Derek will move on Matterport

  
  

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Kicking it back to basics for this episode, Sam and Derek do a complete review of the S&P 500. What is it, how did it began, how has it historically tracked, and how do you invest in it. The guys go over all these points and gameplan how they'll further invest in the index going further.

Discussed:

• ILAB 25: Paul Merriman on Investment Decisions That Will Change Your Financial Future
• S&P 500 Historical Returns
• Index Funds Mentioned:
  $VTI Vanguard Total Index
  $VOO Vanguard S&P 500 Index
  $SPY SPDR S&P 500 Chart
  $SWPPX Schwab S&P 500 Index
  $FNILX Fidelity Zero Large Cap Index
  

Where we are:

• Johnny FD – Kyiv, Ukraine / IG @johnnyfdj
• Sam Marks - Barcelona, Spain / IG @sammarks12
• Derek – Los Angeles, USA / IG @DerekRadio

Sponsor:

• ILAB Patreon
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Time Stamp:

• 03:13 - What is the S&P 500?
• 14:20 - Largest Companies in the S&P
• 22:09 - S&P Sector Breakdown
• 45:30 - Dividends in the S&P
• 50:00 - Low Fee S&P Index Funds

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Our first episode ever on the topic of whisk(e)y features guest Oliver Court, Managing Director of London Cask Traders. There are many parallels to our previous episodes on investing in wine and we find out how it differs in the spirits space. After the interview, Derek and Johnny discuss why they think whisky may be the better investment choice of the two.

Discussed:

• London Cask Traders official site
• Email Oliver Court at Oliver@londoncasktraders.com and mention ILAB for $250 off your first cask investment
• Rare Whisky 101 Index
• Sour Grapes Documentary
• Oliver's Whisky Picks:
  Bargain: Achentaschen 3 Wood ($60-80)
  Elite: Macallan Quest ($300-500)

Where we are:

• Johnny FD – Kyiv, Ukraine / IG @johnnyfdj
• Sam Marks - Bangkok, Thailand / IG @sammarks12
• Derek – Los Angeles, US / IG @DerekRadio

Sponsor:

• Shopify
  Sign up for a $1 per month trial period at Shopify.com/ilab
• ILAB Patreon
  Join the Invest Like a Boss Patreon now and get tons of bonus content, including additional episodes, full quarterly updates including account screenshots and more for as low as $5/month at Patreon.com/InvestLikeaBoss

Time Stamp:

• 00:21 - Derek/Johnny Intro
• 04:56 - Interview with Oliver Begins
• 24:23 - Where is the Whisky Stored?
• 34:04 - What are the fees?
• 42:03 - Johnny/Derek Discuss Whisky Advantages

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