Wework, founded in 2010 in NYC, is a rapidly growing company offering co-working space around the world. Upon a merger with Bowx Acquisition Corp. (BowX), will this be the next SPAC to take off? Join Stan and Alex for this week’s analysis.Key T

Ep. 8 | Fintech Stock: Upstart

Oct 6th, 2021 24m 57s

In this episode of SPAC Island, we dive into Upstart (UPST)- a rapidly growing B2B loan vetting company that uses powerful artificial intelligence. Join us as we discuss why this might be one of the biggest stocks of the decade.00:35 Upstart

Ep. 7 | Real Estate SPACS: Nextdoor

Sep 30th, 2021 24m 38s

Nextdoor Show NotesNextdoor, a San Francisco-based company is an app dedicated to connecting its users to others in their neighborhood. With a $4.3 billion deal, it will merge with Khosla Ventures Acquisition Co II to form the new entity, KIND.

Ep. 6 | Satellite SPACS: ASTS

Sep 24th, 2021 29m 43s

ASTS Show NotesAST & Science (ASTS) is a company claiming to bridge the gap for all areas of the world that do not get cell service. Their goal is to create the first space-based cellular network, providing 4G & 5G speeds globally. Can this be

Ep. 5 | Mining SPACs: MP vs SOAC

Jul 2nd, 2021 56m 23s

In this episode we discuss MP Materials ($MP) and The Metals Company ($SOAC). Demand for metal ores, especially rare earths, continues to grow as EVs (electric vehicles) become mainstream. $MP is a traditional rare earth mining operation that i

Ep. 4 | Space SPACs: Astra vs. Rocket Lab

Jun 18th, 2021 1h 11m

In this week’s episode we discuss two new space SPACS merging onto the scene: Astra (HOL) and Rocket Lab (VACQ).Astra and Rocket Lab are both small payload launch companies that are tackling the micro satellite market with their lower cost and

Ep. 3 | SPAC Speculation: AACE's Target Acquisition

Jun 4th, 2021 42m 53s

Joel Marcus, a real estate mogul and biotech venture investor, helms a new SPAC - Alexandria Agtech/Climate Innovation Acquisition (AACE). Now the question is, which company will this SPAC merge with? Could it acquire one of Joel's VC firm port

Ep. 2 | Farming SPACs: AppHarvest vs. AeroFarm

May 21st, 2021 47m 18s

Which is more profitable? Greenhouses or Vertical Farms?What moats can indoor farming companies have?Is indoor farming more profitable?We’ll answer these questions as we uncover which company we think is a better long-term investment: App Harve

Ep. 1 | Electrical Vehicle SPACs: A Deep Dive

May 7th, 2021 1h 33m

In this episode, we review all the past and future Electric Vehicle SPAC merger targets and companies such as Lucid Motors (CCIV), Lordstown Motors(RIDE), Canoo (GOEV), Proterra (PTRA), Xos (NGAC) and Lion Electric (LEV).

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