Episode 7

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27th Apr 2021

Tim Maloney: The Metaverse, E-Sports, and the Future of Gaming

Tim Maloney, Co-Founder and CIO of Roundhill Investments shares his thoughts on all things gaming. From the metaverse and virtual reality to the shift to a gaming-as-a-service revenue model, we dive into the world of e-sports, streaming, and the gaming industry. 

As we sip and share notes on two different bourbons, Tim provides insight into the current state of gaming and we look at what it could become in the future.

[01:17] - Introduction 

[03:10] – Tasting: Woodford Reserve Master Collection (1838 White Corn & High West American Prairie Bourbon)

[08:33] – thematic investing with Roundhill Investments

[12:20] – the massive size of the gaming business & impact of Covid-19

[15:10] – Free to play and the new gaming revenue model  

[22:30] – global gaming – South Korea, China, and beyond 

[25:00] – the Metaverse – what the heck is that? 

[30:00] – is cloud gaming here? What happened to Google Stadia?

[36:25] – Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR)

[41:12] – Game Engines and Democratizing Game Creation

[45:15] – “because a path was beaten by many before you doesn’t mean it’s the right path for you” 

Links:

www.bullsbearsandbourbon.com

www.vermillionprivatewealth.com

www.roundhillinvestments.com

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Bulls, Bears, and Bourbon
The Investing Show with a Buzz
We're taking the edge off investing with fun conversations, special guests, current events, investing tips, and more. This new-school financial podcast will focus on innovation-based investing strategies and disruptive technology, all with a little buzz. Based in Kentucky, we'll sip on excellent bourbons and discuss pertinent topics with fun and interesting people. Nope, this isn't the stuffy financial discussions you're used to, this is new-school investing, with a twist. So break out your favorite bottle, relax, and join us. Cheers!

The information in this podcast is educational and general in nature and does not take into consideration the listener's personal circumstances. Therefore, it is not intended to be a substitute for specific, individualized financial, legal, or tax advice. To determine which strategies or investments may be suitable for you, consult the appropriate qualified professional prior to making a final decision. Thanks for listening.

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James Vermillion

I like finance and I love bourbon! As I teenager I became fascinated with investing. I’m not sure what ignited this intrigue, but it was one of the best things to ever happen to me. I read every investing book I could get my hands on and when I came home from school, I rushed to see what happened in the financial markets. Years later, this fascination continues. After working in the industry for several years I started my own firm, Vermillion Private Wealth, in 2020. With Bulls, Bears, and Bourbon I hope to make talking about investing fun by adding delicious bourbon, great guests, and lively conversation.