Conscious Wealth Insights

In this Conscious Wealth Studio conversation, I sit down with Andrew Olsen to talk about what investor sentiment is telling us right now. Andrew walks through the Fear and Greed Index, how it is built, and what it captures across momentum, volatility, options activity, and credit markets. We place today’s reading in historical context, including moments like March 2020, and explore why sentiment often diverges from market prices. We also talk about money psychology, consumer confidence, and why markets can feel uncomfortable even when returns look strong on paper. As the year winds down we reflect on why so many outlooks cluster around average expectations, why predictions tend to sound alike, and why discipline and long term thinking matter more than reacting to short term signals. This conversation is for investors and founders who want perspective, clarity, and a steady framework for thinking about markets without getting pulled into noise.

Are We Building the Future — or Inflating Another Bubble? In this Conscious Wealth Studios conversation, Brandon and JP unpack whether AI is truly that breakthrough or simply the next bubble waiting to pop. They explore what history can teach us — from tulips to telecoms — and how today’s AI boom is reshaping markets, redirecting capital, and testing the limits of innovation. Some of the biggest companies in the world are pouring billions into chips and data centers, but the question remains: will this build lasting value, or will it all deflate when expectations outpace reality? As always, they bring it back to what matters most: managing risk with clarity, understanding where we are in the cycle, and staying grounded in the face of hype.

In this conversation, Brandon and JP unpack why weak job numbers, rising inflation, and political uncertainty can still push stocks higher. The answer often lies in what the Federal Reserve is expected to do next. With the Fed’s September meeting around the corner, markets are betting on a rate cut and that shift in monetary policy has ripple effects across valuations, business growth, and even mortgage rates. We explore: Why “bad news” can mean “good news” for equity markets. How Fed rate cuts influence businesses, borrowing, and investor sentiment. What this really means for everyday investors and homeowners. Stay updated as we break down market moves, Fed policy, and what it all means for building wealth with purpose.