
Hail Marys in History, Politics, and Business — with Bill Silber
Bill Silber, a senior advisor with Cornerstone Research and a former professor of finance and economics at NYU Stern, joins Scott to discuss inflation, wealth distribution, investment advice, and the learnings from his latest book, The Power of Nothing to Lose: The Hail Mary Effect in Politics, War, and Business. Scott opens with how the media got played when Amazon announced its paying “full college tuition” for its hourly employees. He also explains how college rankings are beginning to reflect what really matters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
16 Sep 202154min

Office Hours: Square’s Social Solution, How Labor Got Crushed, and the Dangers of Bad Corporate Governance
Scott answers a question about whether Square should acquire Twitter. He also explains how a concentration of power among investment firms poses a threat to a healthy business ecosystem, and how an imbalance between capital and labor is driving people out of the workforce. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
13 Sep 202124min

America’s Debt Cycle, Bitcoin, and Bubbles — with Lyn Alden
Lyn Alden, a full-time investor and independent analyst, joins Scott to discuss the symptoms of an economic bubble and America’s debt cycle. Lyn also explains why she’s bullish on Bitcoin and shares her investment strategy, including why she’s paying attention to the Russian equity market. Follow Lyn on Twitter, @LynAldenContact. Scott opens with his thoughts on how there’s a record decline in the number of men attending college. Algebra of Happiness: open yourself to new experiences, friendships, and opportunities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
9 Sep 202149min

The Economics of Loneliness — with Noreena Hertz
We’re revisiting one of our favorite interviews featuring Noreena Hertz. Noreena is an economist, a bestselling author, and an Honorary Professor at the University College London. She discusses the learnings from her latest book, “The Loney Century: How to Restore Human Connection in a World That's Pulling Apart." We find out how loneliness impacts more than just our mental health and the second-order effects of our “contactless” world. Follow Noreena on Twitter, @noreenahertz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2 Sep 202142min

Office Hours: The Investing Episode
Scott answers a question about whether buying a house is a good long-term investment. He also discusses how to take advantage of compound interest, how to hedge against inflation, and offers advice on what to do with inherited wealth. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
30 Aug 202114min

Prof G’s Investment Strategy
Scott shares his investment strategy via a previously recorded Section4 live stream. Today, you’ll learn a few of Scott’s key terms including the T-Algorithm, the Benjamin Button Effect, and the Rundle. Scott then discusses the companies he’s invested in over the years, his biggest losses, and his four pillars to achieve long-term wealth. Related Reading: The Algebra of Wealth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
26 Aug 202143min

Office Hours: The Education Episode
Scott answers a question about fair pay for teachers. He also explains why he’ll be heartbroken if his kids don’t end up going to college, despite all his qualms with the higher education system. Scott then shares his thoughts on how to address mental health on university campuses and offers suggestions for building more equitable institutions. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
23 Aug 202116min

Deglobalization, Public Policy, and Government Intervention — with Dambisa Moyo
We’re revisiting one of our favorite interviews featuring Dambisa Moyo. Dambisa is a global economist and bestselling author. Her latest book, How Boards Work — And How They Can Work Better in a Chaotic World, is out now. In this episode, Dambisa discusses all sorts of topics including the private sector, deglobalization, and public policy. Twitter: @dambisamoyo Website: dambisamoyo.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
19 Aug 202134min