Interviews with Bob Pisani and David Cowen

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On Wednesday, October 28, 2026, The Financial Exchange broadcast live from the Museum of American Finance in Boston's Seaport District. Hosts Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong, President of Armstrong Advisory Group, welcomed two special guests for conversations exploring today's financial markets, the history of American finance, and the importance of financial education.

From the impact of artificial intelligence on investing to the lessons financial history can teach us, these interviews offer valuable perspectives on the forces shaping our financial world.

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Navigating Markets, Interest Rates, and the Future of AI with Bob Pisani

Former CNBC Senior Markets Correspondent, Bob Pisani joined Mike Armstrong and Chuck Zodda to discuss some of the biggest developments influencing today's financial markets.

Drawing on decades of experience covering Wall Street, Pisani shared his perspective on Federal Reserve policy, inflation, and the bond market. The conversation explored why interest rates remain a significant consideration for investors and how factors beyond inflation, including geopolitical uncertainty and growing demand for capital, can influence borrowing costs.

The discussion also turned to artificial intelligence and its growing influence on the investment landscape. Pisani examined the substantial investment required to build AI infrastructure, the challenges of valuing emerging technology companies, and the evolving relationship between public and private markets.

For anyone following the economy, investing, or the rapid development of AI, this conversation offers an experienced market observer's perspective on the opportunities and uncertainties ahead.

Bringing Financial History to Life with David Cowen

Chuck Zodda also sat down with David Cowen, President and CEO of the Museum of American Finance, to explore how understanding financial history can help people make more informed decisions about their own money.

Cowen discussed the museum's mission to make financial education engaging, accessible, and relevant to everyday life. Through historical artifacts and interactive exhibits, the museum connects the foundations of America's financial system with familiar concepts such as budgeting, credit, saving, and investing.

The conversation highlighted fascinating pieces of financial history, including early U.S. Treasury bonds, Alexander Hamilton's role in establishing the nation's credit, and documents connected to the Louisiana Purchase.

Beyond the historical exhibits, Cowen emphasized the importance of building financial confidence, understanding the power of compounding, and making financial education accessible to people of all ages and backgrounds.

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