Going Public With Ross Mandell

Ross Mandell is a Wall Street veteran turned stock market educator, bringing decades of real-world market experience to a new generation of investors. After spending years inside the financial world — navigating markets, capital, companies, and the realities of Wall Street — Ross now focuses on teaching investors how to think, analyze, and understand the market with greater confidence. His approach combines experience, discipline, market history, and straight-talking education designed for investors who want to go beyond headlines and truly understand what moves stocks. From individual companies and emerging sectors to IPOs, market psychology, and the bigger forces shaping Wall Street, Ross delivers education shaped by decades of experience in the market. Wall Street veteran. Market educator. Investor mentor.

Going Public With Ross Mandell is a society podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 177 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Going Public With Ross Mandell, a society show with 177 episodes published.

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  Episode #179

  Meta Stock: Can AI Agents Transform Its Advertising Empire?

  Sep 21, 202624 min

  Join Ross’s Patreon Community for exclusive content and LIVE events  https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheRealRossMandell?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Can Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) turn its advertising empire into an even bigger AI business? In this episode of Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross breaks down his Meta stock investment thesis and explores how AI agents could create new revenue opportunities across Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Messenger. The conversation covers Meta’s Muse AI agent, digital advertising, subscriptions, business automation, and the potential to connect product discovery directly to purchases. Ross explains why he sees the company’s billions of users, established platforms, and advertising cash flow as advantages in the race to monetize artificial intelligence and online commerce. Ross also examines the risks behind his bullish outlook, including heavy AI spending, competition, regulation, and lessons from Reality Labs. Discover why he owns Meta as a long-term investment and what he’s watching as its business evolves. Subscribe to Going Public for more stock market analysis, and join Wall Street Confidential on Patreon for deeper investing discussions. About Ross Mandell: Ross Mandell is a former Wall Street professional, entrepreneur, author, and capital formation expert. On Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross interviews athletes, entrepreneurs, investors, doctors, creators, and high performers about success, failure, reinvention, money, health, business, and what it takes to rebuild after adversity. This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Links & Resources Book A Call With Ross https://buy.stripe.com/9B64gydlh4dJfhXecP5Vu08 Follow Ross Mandell on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rossmandell/ ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 Meta Stock: The AI Investment Opportunity 01:22 Meta Muse Explained: AI Agents vs. Chatbots 03:04 Meta’s AI Advantage: Billions of Users 03:54 JPMorgan’s Meta Stock Upgrade 04:26 Meta’s AI Subscriptions and New Revenue Streams 05:59 Meta Advertising Revenue and AI Growth 08:22 Meta Muse and the Future of AI Shopping 10:36 Meta Stock Valuation and Earnings Expectations 11:50 Meta AI Risks: Spending, Competition and Regulation 13:38 Mark Zuckerberg’s AI Strategy and Reality Labs 15:03 How Meta Could Monetize AI Agents 17:23 Meta vs. AI Startups: The Distribution Advantage 19:03 Why Ross Mandell Owns Meta Stock Long Term 20:58 Meta’s AI Spending: Lessons From Amazon and AWS 23:00 Meta Stock Outlook: The Next Five Years 23:29 Wall Street Confidential on Patreon Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #178

  Driverless Trucks vs. The Bottom Line: Can Aurora Win the Long Haul?

  Sep 17, 202626 min

  Join Ross’s Patreon Community for exclusive content and LIVE events  https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheRealRossMandell?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Can Aurora Innovation (NASDAQ: AUR) turn driverless trucks into a profitable business? On this episode of Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross breaks down the Aurora stock investment thesis and explains how autonomous trucking could transform freight transportation, reduce operating costs, and create a major opportunity for AI investors. Ross explores the Aurora Driver, FirstLight lidar technology, and the company’s relationships with Uber Freight, PACCAR, and Volvo. From commercial freight operations to the potential of a driver-as-a-service business model, he examines how self-driving trucks could increase fleet productivity and why scaling the business is Aurora’s next major challenge. The opportunity comes with significant risks. Ross discusses Uber’s share sales, Aurora’s cash burn, potential shareholder dilution, and the safety and regulatory hurdles facing autonomous vehicles. Learn why he remains bullish on Aurora’s long-term potential and which financial and operational milestones he’s watching. Subscribe to Going Public for more stock market analysis, AI investing discussions, and company breakdowns. About Ross Mandell: Ross Mandell is a former Wall Street professional, entrepreneur, author, and capital formation expert. On Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross interviews athletes, entrepreneurs, investors, doctors, creators, and high performers about success, failure, reinvention, money, health, business, and what it takes to rebuild after adversity. This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Links & Resources Book A Call With Ross https://buy.stripe.com/9B64gydlh4dJfhXecP5Vu08 Follow Ross Mandell on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rossmandell/ ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 Aurora Innovation Stock: The Driverless Truck Opportunity 01:59 Aurora’s Founders and the Autonomous Trucking Market 04:11 Uber’s Investment in Aurora Innovation 06:26 Autonomous Trucking vs. Robotaxis 08:28 Aurora Driver: PACCAR and Volvo Partnerships 09:36 FirstLight Lidar: How Driverless Trucks See 11:04 Commercial Driverless Trucks and Aurora’s Expansion Plans 12:18 Aurora’s Driver-as-a-Service Business Model 12:52 Aurora Stock Risks: Cash Burn and Operating Losses 14:27 Aurora’s 2026 Revenue Outlook and Growth Potential 15:30 Uber’s Aurora Stock Sales Explained 17:34 Building an Autonomous Trucking Network 19:18 Uber Freight and Aurora’s Driverless Partnership 20:33 AUR Stock Outlook: Why Ross Mandell Is Bullish 22:51 Aurora Growth Metrics Investors Should Watch 24:07 Driverless Truck Safety and Public Trust Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #177

  Don't Miss This: Bloom Energy and the AI Power Boom

  Sep 14, 202621 min

  Join Ross’s Patreon Community for exclusive content and LIVE events  https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheRealRossMandell?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Could Bloom Energy stock (NYSE: BE) become a major winner of the AI power boom? On Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross examines how artificial intelligence and data center expansion are driving demand for electricity—and why Bloom’s solid oxide fuel cells and on-site power generation could give it an advantage. From the Oracle partnership to Brookfield’s AI infrastructure financing, Ross breaks down the developments reshaping Bloom Energy’s investment story. The discussion covers revenue growth, the company’s planned S&P 500 inclusion, and why delivering power quickly could become a competitive advantage as AI infrastructure expands. Ross also examines BE stock’s valuation, profit margins, manufacturing capacity, cash flow, and competition across the energy sector. Can Bloom turn growing demand into lasting earnings growth? Watch the full episode for the opportunities and risks behind this AI energy stock, and subscribe to Going Public for more stock market analysis and investing insights. About Ross Mandell: Ross Mandell is a former Wall Street professional, entrepreneur, author, and capital formation expert. On Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross interviews athletes, entrepreneurs, investors, doctors, creators, and high performers about success, failure, reinvention, money, health, business, and what it takes to rebuild after adversity. This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Links & Resources Book A Call With Ross https://buy.stripe.com/9B64gydlh4dJfhXecP5Vu08 Follow Ross Mandell on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rossmandell/ ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 AI Power Shortage: Why Bloom Energy Matters 03:18 How Bloom Energy’s Solid Oxide Fuel Cells Work 04:19 Bloom Energy Stock: From Clean Energy to AI Infrastructure 06:47 Bloom Energy’s Oracle Partnership Explained 09:27 Bloom Energy Earnings and 2026 Revenue Guidance 12:20 BE Stock Valuation: Opportunity and Risk 13:22 Can Bloom Energy Scale? Manufacturing, Margins and Cash Flow 14:00 AI Energy Competition: Fuel Cells, Nuclear and Natural Gas 14:54 AI Infrastructure Investing Beyond Semiconductor Stocks 16:02 Bloom Energy Stock Outlook: Growth vs. Expectations 17:38 Oracle and Brookfield: What Comes Next for Bloom Energy? 19:10 Bloom Energy Investment Thesis: What Ross Is Watching 20:14 Live Stock Market Analysis with Ross Mandell Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #176

  Goldman Sachs and the IPO Scam: What They Don't Tell You

  Sep 10, 202622 min

  Join Ross’s Patreon Community for exclusive content and LIVE events  https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheRealRossMandell?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Could Goldman Sachs be one of the biggest winners of the IPO boom? In this episode of Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross breaks down Goldman Sachs stock (GS) and the business behind the headlines: collecting fees when companies go public, raise capital, and make deals. Explore how IPO underwriting, mergers and acquisitions, institutional trading, and asset management contribute to Goldman's earnings. Ross discusses SpaceX, SB Energy, and AI infrastructure financing while explaining why a single IPO can create years of business for an investment bank. Ross also examines stock valuation, capital requirements, market volatility, and the risks that could challenge his bullish outlook. This Goldman Sachs stock analysis explains what he looks for in an entry point and why even a great company can be a poor investment at the wrong price. Topics Covered: Goldman Sachs stock (GS) and the IPO market How investment banks earn underwriting fees SpaceX, SB Energy, and AI infrastructure Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) Trading revenue and market volatility Asset and wealth management Earnings, valuation, and bank regulation Investment risks and buying on weakness About Ross Mandell: Ross Mandell is a former Wall Street professional, entrepreneur, author, and capital formation expert. On Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross interviews athletes, entrepreneurs, investors, doctors, creators, and high performers about success, failure, reinvention, money, health, business, and what it takes to rebuild after adversity. This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Links & Resources Book A Call With Ross https://buy.stripe.com/9B64gydlh4dJfhXecP5Vu08 Follow Ross Mandell on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rossmandell/ ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 Goldman Sachs: The IPO Cash Machine 01:14 Goldman Sachs Stock vs. the S&P 500 04:18 Goldman Sachs Earnings Breakdown 07:22 Goldman’s IPO History: Ford, Microsoft & More 09:22 SpaceX, SB Energy & the IPO Market 12:35 Goldman Sachs Stock Valuation & Earnings Potential 15:01 Bank Regulation & Potential Capital Relief 17:17 Goldman Sachs Stock: The Investment Thesis 21:08 Ross Mandell’s Patreon & Investing Community Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #175

  The AI Stock You Need to Watch Right Now (It's Not Nvidia)

  Sep 7, 202620 min

  Join Ross’s Patreon Community for exclusive content and LIVE events  https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheRealRossMandell?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator In this episode of Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross delivers a deep dive into Micron Technology (NASDAQ: MU) and explains why he believes Micron stock could be one of the most overlooked AI stocks in the market. While Nvidia and other semiconductor companies dominate the artificial intelligence conversation, Ross argues that the AI revolution cannot function without one critical component: memory. He breaks down Micron’s role in the booming AI infrastructure market, why high-bandwidth memory (HBM) has become essential for advanced AI processors and data centers, and why increasing demand for memory could fundamentally change the way Wall Street values Micron. Ross examines the history of MU stock, Micron’s highly cyclical past, and why the current AI memory boom may represent something different from previous semiconductor cycles. He explains how HBM, DRAM, AI servers, data centers, AI PCs, smartphones, autonomous vehicles, and robotics are creating massive new demand for advanced memory. Ross also discusses the relationship between supply constraints and pricing power, why semiconductor manufacturing capacity cannot be expanded overnight, and how Micron could benefit as AI infrastructure spending continues to accelerate. He also explains why the AI investment opportunity goes far beyond Nvidia and why companies supplying the critical infrastructure behind artificial intelligence may become some of the biggest winners of the AI boom. Finally, Ross breaks down his bullish Micron stock analysis while addressing the risks investors need to understand ahead of Micron’s upcoming earnings. He discusses competition from SK Hynix and Samsung, the risks of semiconductor oversupply, geopolitical exposure, capital expenditures, HBM adoption, pricing, margins, and the dangers of chasing a stock simply because its price has already moved higher. Ross explains what he will be watching in Micron earnings, why investors should focus on future demand and economics rather than a single quarterly number, and why he believes AI may have permanently increased the strategic importance of memory. For investors researching Micron stock, MU stock prediction, AI stocks, semiconductor stocks, HBM memory, Nvidia alternatives, Micron earnings, and artificial intelligence investing, this episode breaks down the bull case, the risks, and the long-term opportunity. Topics Covered Micron stock analysis and MU stock outlook Why Micron could be an overlooked AI stock Micron Technology and the artificial intelligence revolution Why AI needs high-bandwidth memory (HBM) Ross Mandell’s bullish thesis on Micron Why Wall Street may need to revalue Micron The future of MU stock and AI memory demand Artificial intelligence stocks and semiconductor investing Why “where intelligence goes, memory follows” This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Links & Resources Book A Call With Ross https://buy.stripe.com/9B64gydlh4dJfhXecP5Vu08 Follow Ross Mandell on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rossmandell/ ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 — Micron Stock: The Overlooked AI Memory Opportunity 02:34 — Micron Stock History: Booms, Crashes and Memory Cycles 05:00 — AI Changes Everything: HBM Memory Explained 07:10 — Micron Earnings, Revenue Growth and Profit Margins 08:47 — Why the AI Boom Is Bigger Than Nvidia 11:44 — Market Risks, AI Valuations and September Volatility 13:02 — Micron Risks: Samsung, SK Hynix, Oversupply and Taiwan 14:07 — What Ross Is Watching in Micron’s September 30 Earnings 15:33 — Ross Mandell’s Bullish Micron Stock Thesis 17:51 — The AI Gold Rush: Why Micron Could Be a Major Winner Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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