Podcast appearances and mentions of Ray Dalio

Ray Dalio warned this week that Treasury Secretary Bessent's market intervention signals a debt crisis is getting closer — and he's recommending gold and bitcoin as hedges. We dig into what the bond market is telling us about US fiscal sustainability and whether Dalio's alarm bells should change how everyday investors position themselves.Today's Stocks & Topics: Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST), Market Wrap, TTM Technologies, Inc. (TTMI), Oil Markets, The Manitowoc Company, Inc. (MTW), Ray Dalio's Debt Crisis Warning: Is the US Heading for a Fiscal Breaking Point?, Energizer Holdings, Inc. (ENR), Digital Core REIT (SGX:DCRU), T. Rowe Price Group, Inc. (TROW), Saving to Buy a House.Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/INVEST for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ray Dalio says the United States is approaching a debt crisis, or maybe is already in one. The government knows UST demand is becoming a problem, so the argument goes, and it is quietly trying to control the bond market with buybacks before the situation gets out of control.But what you probably don't know is that there are ways to test Ray Dalio's warning. We did. Eurodollar University's Money & Macro Analysis----------------------------------------------------------------------------------What if your gold could actually pay you every month… in MORE gold?That's exactly what Monetary Metals does. You still own your gold, fully insured in your name, but instead of sitting idle, it earns real yield paid in physical gold. No selling. No trading. Just more gold every month.Check it out here: https://monetary-metals.com/snider----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Eurodollar University Live 2October 9-12, West Palm Beach, Florida40 seats exist. Application only.https://eurodollar-university.com/edu-conference-2026----------------------------------------------------------------------------------https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/21/ray-dalio-bessent-debt-crisis-bitcoin-gold.htmlhttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-08-21/dalio-says-sell-bonds-buy-gold-bitcoin-as-debt-crisis-loomshttps://www.usdebtclock.org/https://www.principles.com/big-debt-criseshttps://www.eurodollar.universityTwitter: https://twitter.com/JeffSnider_EDUI'll also be active on Bravais Social - a new AI-centered social network designed for professionals and knowledge workers. The platform aims to bring together a wider range of tools and functionalities tailored specifically for professional interaction, research, and knowledge exchange in one place. You can find me here: https://bravais.social/profile/edu

Patrick Bet-David and the Home Team react to Bill Maher challenging Hunter Biden over the Iran war, explosive testimony putting Diddy's name back at the center of the Tupac murder case, and Mark Cuban backing James Talarico in Texas. Plus, Ray Dalio's debt crisis warning, Trump's Canada trade war, ghost jobs, Karmelo Anthony, and Democrats preparing investigations if they retake the House.-------------

Crypto News: Bitcoin pulls back due to overbought conditions and Jim Cramer turns bullish. Rumors swirl about President Trump launching a new coin. Ray Dalio says to buy ‘a bit' of Bitcoin amid potential debt crisis.

Connect With ChazIn December 2006, John Vasquez attempted suicide. That is how he describes it. The person he was that day, a man drowning in opiate addiction and low self-worth, died. He considers it the beginning, not the end.Fourteen years later, the COVID pandemic shut down the gym he had built using Alex Hormozi's Gym Launch program, and he found himself sleeping on his parents' couch with two kids, back in the house he grew up in, watching his parents' same patterns around money and fear play out in real time. That was the moment he drew a line in the sand.Today Coach JV runs three seven-figure business ecosystems, has a Rockefeller Trust set up for his family for generations, and has built a massive social media following teaching financial literacy, micro and macroeconomics, and cryptocurrency education to people who were never taught any of it. In this conversation with Chaz Wolfe, Coach JV breaks down his 5-part financial framework, why Ray Dalio is the lens through which he reads the global economy, why paying yourself first is not just a strategy but a frequency shift, and how he is raising his kids to be the first generation to break the pattern for good.Key Takeaways:Drawing the line in the sand is not a motivational phrase. It is a moment when you become more committed to the pain of change than to the pain of staying the same. That specific shift is what changes the trajectory.You have to give up something to become something. And most people are addicted to their old self. The subconscious programming laid down in childhood drives adult behavior more than most people ever acknowledge.Coach JV's 5-part financial framework: Foundation, meaning rewire your belief system around money and trace where it came from. Financial Literacy, meaning understand what money actually is, how banks work, and what the Federal Reserve has done to the dollar since 1913. Discipline, meaning budgeting and asking do I need this or do I want this. Income Creation. And finally, Protection, Compounding, and Growth.The US dollar has collapsed 99 percent in purchasing power since the Federal Reserve was created in 1913. School, job, 401(k) is a strategy of hope. You are hoping the market aligns when you retire. That is not a plan.Pay yourself first every single time. Before bills. Before spending. Money goes into your freedom account first. What is left is what you live on. This changes your frame of mind and eliminates frivolous spending automatically.America is at 120 percent debt-to-income ratio. The average middle-class American needs to earn $160,000 per year to truly be middle class now. The regional banks are in a tough position. Bond yields inverted in 2023. These are not opinions. These are Ray Dalio's documented patterns.Cryptocurrency is going to move significantly on the back end of this cycle. But what goes up must come down hard. Buy the rumors, sell the news. When the mainstream is telling you to get in, you should have been out days ago.Define your principles before anything else. For Coach JV: business principles are integrity, honesty, and uncompromising belief in God. Personal principles are peace, freedom, and family structure. If anything disrupts those three, the answer is a hard no. A $10 million contract offer that disrupts family structure is still a no.Ask your son when he falls: are you hurt or are you scared? Manage what is hurt. Acknowledge the fear. Then get back up and do it again together. This is the framework Coach JV uses to rewire what he never received.Everything happening in the global economy right now is a historical pattern. It has happened before. When you understand the waves of energy, it is the greatest time in human history to build wealth for your family if you are paying attention.If you are a contractor business owner doing $1M+ and you feel stuck in the day-to-day, we built GTK for you.Through peer mastermind and 1:1 coaching, we help you:increase profitinstall real systemsbuild a team that runs the businessget your time backVisit www.gatheringthekings.com for information on how to apply.Connect with Chaz Wolfe (Host):WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedInYouTubeProfit Starts with Better Books!Clean books. Clear reports. Monthly bookkeeping built by business owners, for business owners.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showLike what you heard? Share this episode with a friend and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Join the conversation by visiting GatheringTheKings.com and apply to connect with other high-performing entrepreneurs and their families.

If there is one word or phrase that sums up the historic growth of the stock market over the last few years, it would most certainly be AI. The rise of Artificial Intelligence has fueled the major indices, namely the S&P 500, to record high after record high. However, is it real, or just smoke and mirrors? Ray Dalio, founder of Bridgewater Associates, one of the largest hedge funds in the world, recently sounded the alarm about the bubble that is forming around AI. What he said should matter to everyone, especially if you're building or protecting a retirement income plan. In this episode, we examine what's driving AI and why it might not be the happy ending for the market everyone expects.

On this episode, Travis is joined in studio by his producer Eric for a candid, funny, and surprisingly deep breakdown of market bubbles, AI hype, and what regular investors can learn from legends like Ray Dalio and Jeremy Grantham. Eric brings his sharp, comedic perspective while Travis translates hedge fund wisdom into practical rules of thumb for anyone trying to build wealth without getting wrecked by the next “can't-miss” trend. **On this episode we talk about:*** The idea of an AI bubble and why big-name investors think it may trigger an economic downturn  * What makes a “bubble” in markets and how past bubbles like 1929 and the dotcom era actually played out  * The difference between wealth and money, and why being “rich on paper” is not the same as being liquid  * Emotional investing, social proof, and how herd mentality drives people to buy high and sell low  * Why discipline, simple rules, and long-term thinking beat speculation, alt coins, and meme stocks  **Top 3 Takeaways**1. Bubbles are driven by emotion and hype, not fundamentals, and the same mechanics—easy money, borrowed capital, and rising prices—repeat over and over until they break.  2. Wealth is not the same as money; assets, equity, and access to capital matter, but you can't spend paper gains without selling, and that comes with real constraints and risks.  3. The investors who win long-term are the ones who stay disciplined, avoid speculation with their core nest egg, and keep betting on assets they believe will be worth more a decade from now, even through painful cycles.**Notable Quotes*** “Wealth is not the same as money.”  * “You still can't take the emotion out of the human.”  * “Only buy the things that you believe are going to be worth more in a decade from now, and understand that cycles will be a part of that.”**Connect with Travis:* Instagram: https://instagram.com/travischappell* Other: https://travischappell.com**A Word from Our Sponsors:**  - Go to Leesa.com for 25% OFF select mattresses (through August 23, 2026) PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code TMM, exclusive for my listeners  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

วิกฤตการเงินรอบนี้อาจไม่ได้เหมือนทุกครั้งที่เราเคยเจอ เมื่อ Ray Dalio ชายผู้เคยทำนายวิกฤตเศรษฐกิจมาแล้วหลายต่อหลายครั้ง ออกมาส่งสัญญาณเตือนระเบิดเวลาลูกใหม่ที่กำลังก่อตัวขึ้น จาก "ระเบิดหนี้สินมหาศาล" ผสานเข้ากับ "ฟองสบู่กระแส AI" ที่ผู้คนกำลังแห่ไล่ราคาอย่างบ้าคลั่ง . บทเรียนจากประวัติศาสตร์ 500 ปี บอกอะไรเรา? ระเบียบโลกกำลังจะเปลี่ยนมือไปในทิศทางไหน? และเราควรรับมืออย่างไรก่อนที่ทุกอย่างจะสายเกินไป? ร่วมเจาะลึกบทวิเคราะห์และข้อคิดการเงินฉบับ Dalio กันได้ใน EP. นี้ . #RayDalio  #สรุปบทเรียน  #การเงินการลงทุน #MissionToTheMoon #MissionToTheMoonPodcast 

วิกฤตการเงินรอบนี้อาจไม่ได้เหมือนทุกครั้งที่เราเคยเจอ เมื่อ Ray Dalio ชายผู้เคยทำนายวิกฤตเศรษฐกิจมาแล้วหลายต่อหลายครั้ง ออกมาส่งสัญญาณเตือนระเบิดเวลาลูกใหม่ที่กำลังก่อตัวขึ้น จาก "ระเบิดหนี้สินมหาศาล" ผสานเข้ากับ "ฟองสบู่กระแส AI" ที่ผู้คนกำลังแห่ไล่ราคาอย่างบ้าคลั่ง . บทเรียนจากประวัติศาสตร์ 500 ปี บอกอะไรเรา? ระเบียบโลกกำลังจะเปลี่ยนมือไปในทิศทางไหน? และเราควรรับมืออย่างไรก่อนที่ทุกอย่างจะสายเกินไป? ร่วมเจาะลึกบทวิเคราะห์และข้อคิดการเงินฉบับ Dalio กันได้ใน EP. นี้ . #RayDalio  #สรุปบทเรียน  #การเงินการลงทุน #MissionToTheMoon #MissionToTheMoonPodcast

Ekonomi ne yaparsa yapsın, enflasyonda veya durgunlukta ayakta kalan bir portföy kurmak her yatırımcının hayalidir. Finansal Özgürlük Kulübü'nün bu bölümünde, Ray Dalio'nun dünyaca ünlü ‘Her Havaya Uygun Portföy' (All Weather) stratejisini masaya yatırıyor ve bu modelin günümüz piyasalarındaki sınırlarını inceliyoruz. Piyasa krizlerine karşı portföyünüzü korumanın ve 4 ekonomik mevsimi doğru okumanın yollarını merak ediyorsanız, bu bölüm tam size göre. İyi dinlemeler. Midas uygulamasını indir: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://app.getmidas.com/gmih/mie6gpeu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X (Twitter): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/getmidas⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/get_midas/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@midasplus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Episode 530 00:00 Introduction 00:19 S&P 500 is at record high 01:18 Inflation and Fed rate hike 06:20 Stagflation not a problem for USA 06:50 Disruption of Strait of Hormuz 08:28 AI Bubble and Circular investing 13:57 Extreme daily stock price volatility 17:36 Sold Anheuser Busch InBev $BUD Watch the VIDEO Sign up for free ALERTs & Market Commentary at:  https://www.investablewealth.com/subscribe/ ——————————————————

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Is the AI-driven economy a house of cards? Stocks are reaching historic highs as America's largest technology companies pour hundreds of billions of dollars into AI chips, data centers, utilities, and construction. But billionaire investor Ray Dalio says the enthusiasm bears troubling similarities to the bubbles of 1929 and 2000. Michael examines whether today's AI boom is supported by real profits and demand—or whether groupthink, soaring valuations, and speculative investment have created a dangerous financial structure. The technology may transform the world, just as the internet did, but could investors still face a painful collapse along the way? Listen here, then vote! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Episode Description:This is a From the Archive episode with Ray Dalio. Ray Dalio built Bridgewater Associates into one of the most influential investment firms in the world. But in this archive conversation, James is less interested in the headline version of success and more interested in the painful turning point that made Ray rethink everything.At 34, Ray's business nearly failed. He had been confident—by his own description, arrogant—and a wrong market call left him broke, humbled, and forced to decide whether to quit or rebuild.That failure became the origin story behind many of his principles.Ray explains that the experience taught him to fear being wrong in a useful way. Instead of retreating, he began seeking out the smartest people who disagreed with him. He learned to triangulate among independent thinkers, write down his decision criteria, study how similar events had happened in history, and build systems that reduced risk without giving up upside.The conversation then moves into the central ideas of Principles: pain plus reflection equals progress; failure equals success if you turn it into learning; and every person should write down the principles they use to deal with reality.James and Ray discuss the five-step process for success: set audacious goals, identify the problems blocking those goals, diagnose root causes, design ways around them, and execute. Ray emphasizes that no one is good at all five steps, which is why people need others who can supply the strengths they lack.A large part of the episode focuses on Bridgewater's culture. Ray explains idea meritocracy, radical truth, radical transparency, thoughtful disagreement, and believability-weighted decision-making. In his view, the goal is not democracy or autocracy. The goal is to get the best ideas on the table, stress test them, and make better decisions.James pushes on the human side of this: what happens when disagreement feels like a fight? Ray answers by describing the “two yous”—the thoughtful, logical self and the emotional, reactive self—and why writing down principles can clarify which values bring people together and which values separate them.The conversation closes with habits, meditation, creativity, the economy, debt cycles, wealth inequality, cryptocurrencies, and Ray's formula for a successful life: dreams plus reality plus determination.Editorial Note:This is a From the Archive episode. References to Bridgewater's assets, Ray's Forbes net worth, the economic cycle, cryptocurrencies, interest rates, central-bank policy, and current market conditions reflect the original recording period.This episode discusses investing, markets, debt cycles, and cryptocurrencies, but it should not be treated as financial advice.What You'll Learn;Why Ray Dalio sees his early career failure as one of the most important events of his life.How being wrong pushed him toward radical open-mindedness.Why Ray believes pain plus reflection equals progress.How to turn mistakes into principles you can use next time.Why failure can become success if it produces learning.The five-step process Ray uses for achieving goals.Why no one is good at every step of success.How thoughtful disagreement can improve decision-making.What an idea meritocracy is and why Bridgewater built around it.How believability-weighted decision-making differs from democracy or hierarchy.Why Ray believes meaningful work and meaningful relationships must go together.How writing down principles clarifies relationships, teams, and personal choices.Why habits control so much of life—and how they can be changed.How meditation helps Ray access calm, creativity, and clearer thinking.How Ray thinks about debt cycles, economic risk, wealth inequality, and cryptocurrencies.Timestamped Chapters:[03:00] The Failure That Changed EverythingJames asks about the early mistake that left Ray's business nearly finished at age 34.[04:06] Humility Balancing AudacityRay explains how going broke forced him to calm down, rethink risk, and become more open-minded.[05:46] Finding Smart People Who DisagreeHow Ray learned to triangulate among independent thinkers and raise the probability of being right.[06:59] Understanding the Mechanics of RealityRay revisits the Mexico debt crisis, the dollar, deflationary forces, and what he missed.[09:06] Radical Open-Mindedness and Idea MeritocracyThe failure led Ray to build a company around thoughtful disagreement and independent thinking.[11:00] Write Down Your Decision CriteriaRay urges listeners to write down the principles they use to make decisions.[14:21] Money Has No Intrinsic ValueRay explains why money only matters as a tool for getting what you actually value.[15:30] Learning to Fail WellRay criticizes the education system for rewarding right answers instead of teaching people how to learn from failure.[18:02] Pain Plus Reflection Equals ProgressRay explains why pain is a signal and why reflection turns it into usable knowledge.[20:23] The Five-Step Process for SuccessGoals, problems, diagnosis, design, and execution become Ray's loop for improving life and work.[23:38] Diagnosing the Root CauseJames asks Ray to identify the root cause of his early failure, and Ray names his own arrogance.[24:55] Joseph Campbell and Returning the BoonRay connects The Hero with a Thousand Faces to his decision to pass along the principles he had learned.[28:06] Failure Equals SuccessRay explains how he trained himself to see failures as puzzles that produce “gems.”[31:25] When Principles ChangeJames asks when Ray has failed at his own principles, and Ray discusses the challenge of leadership transition and governance.[34:20] Can People Really Disagree With the Boss?Ray pushes back on the idea that hierarchy prevents honest disagreement at Bridgewater.[35:41] Meaningful Work and Meaningful RelationshipsRay explains why radical truth and radical transparency are designed to support both work quality and human connection.[37:19] Believability-Weighted Decision-MakingRay describes how disagreements can be resolved by weighing the judgment of people with relevant expertise.[42:12] How to Handle Dysfunctional OrganizationsRay advises people to define the terms of their relationships and ask how disagreements should be handled.[48:11] Would Everyone End Up With the Same Principles?James asks whether writing down principles would eventually lead people toward similar truths.[49:10] The Two YousRay explains the conflict between the logical self and the emotional self, especially when disagreement triggers fight-or-flight.[51:10] Changing Direction at Any AgeJames asks how people stuck in old patterns can find the courage to start again.[52:46] Habits, Failure, and Reprogramming YourselfRay describes his most valuable habit: treating problems and failures as puzzles to solve.[56:03] Health, Meditation, and CreativityRay discusses where he has and has not built strong habits, and why meditation has been so important to him.[59:07] Meditation as a State of Calm ControlRay explains how meditation quiets the racing mind and helps create equanimity and creativity.[01:00:52] Finding the PullJames asks how a young person can identify goals, and Ray recommends self-discovery, experimentation, and reflection.[01:04:06] How the Economic Machine WorksRay outlines productivity, short-term debt cycles, long-term debt cycles, central-bank policy, and where the economy sat at the time.[01:07:29] Two Economies and Wealth InequalityRay explains why averages can hide the economic reality of the bottom 60% versus the top 40%.[01:11:00] Cryptocurrencies and BlockchainRay distinguishes blockchain technology from individual crypto assets and compares the space to the early internet.[01:14:26] Dreams + Reality + DeterminationRay closes with his formula for a successful life and why reality must be understood, not avoided.Additional Resources:Ray Dalio's official Principles site — Ray's home for Principles, How the Economic Machine Works, TED2017, Principles for Success, and related tools.Principles: Life and Work — Simon & Schuster — Official publisher page for the book discussed throughout the episode.Bridgewater: Our Founder — Bridgewater's official biography of Ray Dalio and his career at the firm.TED: “How to build a company where the best ideas win” — Ray's TED2017 talk on radical transparency, algorithmic decision-making, and idea meritocracy.How the Economic Machine Works — Ray's 30-minute explainer video is available through the official Principles site.Principles for Success — Simon & Schuster — A shorter illustrated adaptation of Ray's principles.The Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell — The book Ray mentions when discussing the hero's journey and “returning the boon.”The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg — The habit book Ray and James reference while discussing how behavior can be reprogrammed.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

#OFFRECORD ล่าสุด Ray Dalio วิกฤตการเงินครั้งใหญ่ เริ่มแล้ววันนี้ | OFF THE RECORD Ep.324⁣⁣โดย อิก บรรพต ธนาเพิ่มสุข ที่ปรึกษาการเงิน AFPTtm⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ติดตามความรู้และอัพเดต TAM-EIG_ลงทุนนอก ต้องออกไปให้รู้⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣https://links.tam-eig.com/LineOpenchat_Offshores1 ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣*วิเคราะห์วันที่ 30 ก.ค. 69⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣===========⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣

 In this episode, Debbie shares 10 practical leadership principles that anyone can use—whether you're leading a family, a classroom, a business, or simply influencing those around you. Through inspiring stories and lessons from Jim Murphy, Ray Dalio, Ben & Jerry's, and others, she shows how communication, integrity, growth, and service create lasting leadership. Discover simple changes that can help you become the kind of leader people naturally want to follow. 

#OFFRECORD Ray Dalio ล่าสุด จุดสิ้นสุดของ "คำสัญญา 40 ปี" | OFF THE RECORD Ep.322⁣⁣โดย อิก บรรพต ธนาเพิ่มสุข ที่ปรึกษาการเงิน AFPTtm⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ติดตามความรู้และอัพเดต TAM-EIG_ลงทุนนอก ต้องออกไปให้รู้⁣⁣⁣https://links.tam-eig.com/LineOpenchat_Offshores1 ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣*วิเคราะห์วันที่ 27 ก.ค. 69⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣===========⁣⁣⁣

Send us Fan MailCan AI answer your customers without pushing them away? David Karandish has automated support for 20,000 companies, and he says deflection should make the experience better, not worse.David Karandish, founder and CEO of Capacity, joins Yanique Grant to unpack how to bring AI into customer support the right way. After selling Answers Corp for $960 million, David built Capacity into an omni-channel support automation platform serving roughly 20,000 customers. In this episode he shares the design principles that keep automation human, why your first AI project should be a small, provable win, and how AI agents are now running entire companies from finance to marketing.In this episode:- The design principles that make AI deflection improve the customer experience instead of frustrating people, from great escalation paths to leading with empathy - Why human behavior is largely universal across regions, and where support questions actually differ - What the $960M Answers.com journey taught David about people who are truly stuck and have nowhere to turn - The single most practical first step for any support leader: go get your small win, then iterate - How builder agents let a complete novice spin up workflows, integrations, and CSAT surveys just by askingFeatured resources:Book: Principles by Ray Dalio — a first-principles breakdown of how Dalio built one of the most successful investment firms of all time. Foundational AI models — Google Gemini, OpenAI, and Anthropic's Claude, used across the business. Jira — for tracking development tickets; David uses LLMs to analyze time-in-stage when off-the-shelf plugins fall short. Capacity — an AI-powered support automation platform that deflects emails, calls, and tickets across voice, SMS, WhatsApp, web, and email. ~20,000 customers, 250+ app integrations.Connect with the guest: Website: capacity.com Email: david@capacity.comFollow the show: X @NavigatingCX and join our private Facebook group, Navigating the Customer Experience Community. Hosted by Yanique Grant.

A few years ago I lost half a million dollars in 30 days. Not in crypto, not in a speculative bet. In the business I built from my parents' basement and launched on $3,000 from a credit card. And the part that still gets me is that the loss itself was not the dangerous part. The dangerous part was everything that led up to it. Here is the thing nobody warns you about: your most vulnerable moment as a founder is not when things are falling apart. It is when everything is working, people are telling you everything you touch turns to gold, and you start to believe it. In this episode, I share the full story publicly for the first time, what actually caused it, how I got through it, and the two lessons that came out of it and completely changed how I build now. Here's what you'll take away: Why success is the moment you need to be most paranoid, not most relaxed, and what stops most founders from seeing it that way How spending $1 million a month on ads with no back end system or unit economics in place set up the fall before it happened The ego shift that happens when you stop questioning, stop running worst case scenarios, and start thinking the machine will just keep running Ray Dalio's principle of pain plus reflection equals progress, and why most founders feel the pain and skip the part that actually matters Why being in the repeat business is the first thing I focus on now when building anything What Drew Houston means when he says founders must be learning machines, and how I stopped being one right when it mattered most If you are in a season right now where something has gone wrong, or you are riding a wave and quietly getting comfortable, this episode is for you. The reflection is where the progress lives. If you're loving this solo series, I'd love to hear your feedback. Email me directly at nathan@foundr.com — I read every reply. Hope you enjoy it. WANT TO GROW YOUR BRAND WITH META ADS? Join the Foundr Operators Waitlist → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foundr.com/operators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ HOW WE CAN HELP YOU SCALE YOUR BUSINESS FASTER Learn directly from 7, 8 & 9-figure founders inside Foundr+ Start your $1 trial → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.foundr.com/startdollartrial⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ PREFER A CUSTOM ROADMAP AND 1-ON-1 COACHING? → Starting from scratch? Apply here → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foundr.com/pages/coaching-start-application⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → Already have a store? Apply here → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foundr.com/pages/coaching-growth-application⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH NATHAN CHAN Instagram → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/nathanchan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanhchan/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOLLOW FOUNDR FOR MORE BUSINESS GROWTH STRATEGIES YouTube → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/2uyvzdt⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.foundr.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/foundr/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/foundr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/foundr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/foundr/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.foundr.com/podcast⁠

"เรื่องใหญ่ๆ ที่ทำให้เราช็อกที่สุดในชีวิต มักจะเป็นเรื่องที่ไม่เคยเกิดขึ้นในช่วงชีวิตของเรา แต่เคยเกิดขึ้นซ้ำแล้วซ้ำเล่าในประวัติศาสตร์" . นี่คือคำเตือนใจสำคัญจาก Ray Dalio ผู้ก่อตั้ง Bridgewater Associates กองทุนเฮดจ์ฟันด์ที่ใหญ่ที่สุดในโลกที่ได้ตกผลึกจากการศึกษาข้อมูลย้อนหลังกว่า 500 ปี เพื่อหาแพตเทิร์นการขึ้นและลงของมหาอำนาจโลก จนออกมาเป็นหนังสือระดับ Bestseller อย่าง "The Changing World Order" . ในหมุดหมายปี 2026 นี้ สิ่งที่ Dalio เคยเขียนไว้ในหนังสือเริ่มทวีความรุนแรงและเห็นเด่นชัดขึ้นเรื่อยๆ ทั้งตัวเลขหนี้สาธารณะของสหรัฐฯ ที่พุ่งสูงขึ้นอย่างน่าใจหาย ความเหลื่อมล้ำภายในประเทศ ที่นำไปสู่การเมืองสุดขั้ว และการเผชิญหน้าในสงครามหลายรูปแบบกับผู้ท้าชิงอันดับหนึ่งอย่างประเทศจีน . โลกที่เราเคยรู้จักและเติบโตมาตลอด 80 ปีหลังสงครามโลกครั้งที่ 2 กำลังจะเปลี่ยนกติกากลางเกมอย่างหลีกเลี่ยงไม่ได้... แล้วในฐานะคนทำงาน ธุรกิจ และประเทศไทยตัวเล็กๆ เราควรขยับตัวและเตรียมรับมืออย่างไรกับความผันผวนครั้งใหญ่นี้? . #TheChangingWorldOrder  #ระเบียบโลกใหม่  #สรุปหนังสือ #MissionToTheMoon #MissionToTheMoonPodcast

"เรื่องใหญ่ๆ ที่ทำให้เราช็อกที่สุดในชีวิต มักจะเป็นเรื่องที่ไม่เคยเกิดขึ้นในช่วงชีวิตของเรา แต่เคยเกิดขึ้นซ้ำแล้วซ้ำเล่าในประวัติศาสตร์" . นี่คือคำเตือนใจสำคัญจาก Ray Dalio ผู้ก่อตั้ง Bridgewater Associates กองทุนเฮดจ์ฟันด์ที่ใหญ่ที่สุดในโลกที่ได้ตกผลึกจากการศึกษาข้อมูลย้อนหลังกว่า 500 ปี เพื่อหาแพตเทิร์นการขึ้นและลงของมหาอำนาจโลก จนออกมาเป็นหนังสือระดับ Bestseller อย่าง "The Changing World Order" . ในหมุดหมายปี 2026 นี้ สิ่งที่ Dalio เคยเขียนไว้ในหนังสือเริ่มทวีความรุนแรงและเห็นเด่นชัดขึ้นเรื่อยๆ ทั้งตัวเลขหนี้สาธารณะของสหรัฐฯ ที่พุ่งสูงขึ้นอย่างน่าใจหาย ความเหลื่อมล้ำภายในประเทศ ที่นำไปสู่การเมืองสุดขั้ว และการเผชิญหน้าในสงครามหลายรูปแบบกับผู้ท้าชิงอันดับหนึ่งอย่างประเทศจีน . โลกที่เราเคยรู้จักและเติบโตมาตลอด 80 ปีหลังสงครามโลกครั้งที่ 2 กำลังจะเปลี่ยนกติกากลางเกมอย่างหลีกเลี่ยงไม่ได้... แล้วในฐานะคนทำงาน ธุรกิจ และประเทศไทยตัวเล็กๆ เราควรขยับตัวและเตรียมรับมืออย่างไรกับความผันผวนครั้งใหญ่นี้? . #TheChangingWorldOrder  #ระเบียบโลกใหม่  #สรุปหนังสือ #MissionToTheMoon #MissionToTheMoonPodcast

Ray Dalio's rules for building wealth: https://clickhubspot.com/rgsk Episode 842: Sam Parr ( https://x.com/theSamParr ) and Shaan Puri ( https://x.com/ShaanVP ) sit down with Ray Dalio ( https://x.com/RayDalio ) to talk about the holy grail of investing strategies. — Show Notes: (0:00) Intro (0:49) Hitting rock bottom (8:28) Personality traits of the 1% (14:22) Partnerships that win (18:25) Pain + Reflection = Progress (23:30) What's the money for anyway? (26:26) Principles (28:41) Ray's hiring philosophy (30:43) Being a caddy (35:16) Mistakes smart investors make (37:01) What Ray spends his money on (39:13) Aliens (41:00) The 5 Big Forces (46:35) Investing in Gold and Bubble Mechanics (52:55) How Bridgewater became the biggest hedge fund (55:40) The gap between the best and everyone else (59:26) The 1 Big Takeaway — Links: • Ray's Personality Test - https://principlesyou.com/  • Bridgewater Associates - https://www.bridgewater.com/  — Check Out Sam's Stuff: • Hampton (joinhampton.com): My community for founders. Average member does $25m/year. Many of the guests are members. Get after it...apply: http://joinhampton.com/mfm — Check Out Shaan's Stuff: • Shaan's weekly email - https://www.shaanpuri.com  • Visit https://www.somewhere.com/mfm to hire worldwide talent like Shaan and get $500 off for being an MFM listener. Hire developers, assistants, marketing pros, sales teams and more for 80% less than US equivalents. • Mercury - Shaan uses Mercury across all of his companies. you can too: http://mercury.com/  Mercury is a fintech company, not an FDIC-insured bank. Banking services provided by Choice Financial Group, Column, N.A., Members FDIC • I run all my newsletters on Beehiiv and you should too + we're giving away $10k to our favorite newsletter, check it out: beehiiv.com/mfm-challenge My First Million is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by HubSpot Media // Production by Arie Desormeaux // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano /

There is no shortage of founders who have read Principles or Traction. Far fewer have built their business around what those books teach, week after week, when it is inconvenient to do so. In this episode, Marcus Cauchi speaks with Keith Gillispie, founder of REI Automated, about the discipline of turning ideas into working systems, and why that discipline is harder than the ideas themselves. Why this conversation matters Most conversations about business systems focus on tools. This one focuses on behaviour. Keith didn't just read about principles, operating systems and delegation frameworks. He applied them, tested them, and kept refining them long after the novelty wore off. For founders who are drowning in advice but starved of consistent execution, this episode offers something more useful than another framework: a working model of what it actually looks like to follow through. Major discussion points Discipline over information. Keith names two books that fundamentally shaped his business: Principles by Ray Dalio and Traction by Gino Wickman. What sets his account apart is not the reading list but what he did with it: he built explicit, testable principles into daily operations, and adopted Wickman's Entrepreneur Operating System (EOS) as the structural backbone of how his business runs. Writing and testing SOPs. Keith's method for creating a standard operating procedure is deliberately unglamorous. Do the task. Write down exactly what you did. Follow your own instructions the next time and notice everything you missed. Repeat this three to seven times until the gaps close, then record a video walking through the process. Only then does a task become fit to hand to another person, or to an AI agent. Where AI should not go. Keith runs a company that sells agentic AI voice agents for real estate sellers, so he has a commercial incentive to promote automation. He was candid about its limits. When he tested his own AI on a negotiation for his own property, reaching the point where the AI pressed him on price, he found the experience uncomfortable. His conclusion: AI handles information well, but emotional, high-stakes conversations still need a human. Hiring as a discipline, not an event. REI Automated filters candidates roughly one hundred to one. Keith uses the GWC framework from Traction (get it, want it, capacity for it) to decide not just who to hire, but who to keep, and applies a consistent SOP-based interview and onboarding process across every role. Cadence over intensity. Rather than reviewing performance monthly, Keith's team submits short daily and weekly reports, which are read and responded to using Claude, and quarterly goals ("rocks") drawn from EOS. He argues that weekly management gives a business fifty opportunities a year to course-correct, against twelve for a business run monthly. The absence test. Keith takes one week off every month with no calls, texts or Slack messages. During a recent house move that disrupted his usual routine for roughly a month, revenue held within a thousand dollars of the prior month. He was candid that the business currently sustains itself well in his absence, though he is less certain it grows without him. AI as a thought partner, not a shortcut. Keith's team members are expected to bring Claude fully into their process, including drafting their own SOPs when Keith does not have time to write one himself. He was clear this only works because the AI has deep context on the business and because his people bring genuine critical thinking to the exchange, rather than treating it as a way to avoid thinking. A moment of disagreement. Marcus challenged Keith's use of performance improvement plans, arguing that everyone should effectively be on one from day one, and that needing to formalise one is often a sign management has let something slide. Keith pushed back, drawing a distinction between personal development and performance accountability, and defended his position with a clear rationale. Practical takeaways Before automating or delegating any task, do it yourself first and write the SOP from direct experience. Follow your own SOP repeatedly until you have found and closed the gaps, then record it on video. Review your business weekly, not monthly. You get roughly four times as many chances to correct course. Keep team communication in shared channels rather than direct messages, so ideas get scrutinised by more than one person. Test whether your business can run without you before you assume it can. Use AI to draft and challenge your thinking, not simply to execute tasks you have not fully worked out yourself. Memorable quotes "Sometimes in order to be helpful, you have to say the hard thing." "When we're dealing with information, AI is fine. When we're dealing with emotion, that needs a human touch." "You always have to take away before you can add." Books and resources mentioned Principles by Ray Dalio Traction by Gino Wickman Essentialism by Greg McKeown The Obstacle Is the Way by Ryan Holiday The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey Guest biography Keith Gillispie is the founder and CEO of REI Automated, which provides education, software and coaching to real estate investors on building automated, systemised businesses. He spent eight years on active duty with the US Marine Corps, during which he began investing in real estate and developed the systems-first approach that now underpins his companies. Subscribe If this conversation was useful, subscribe to TheInquisitor Podcast for more conversations that challenge conventional thinking on selling, leadership and building businesses that last.

Tony Holdstock-Brown is the co-founder and CEO of Inngest, the durable execution platform that quietly powers your favorite AI agents.We get into why agents work in a demo and die in production, building their own cloud to get 20x lower cost, growing 35x after AWS and Cloudflare copied them, growing a dev tools company without a personal brand or Twitter account, why he thinks evals today are like “asking the criminal if they committed the crime”, and the thing they built to score 100% of your production agents without paying for LLM as a judge.Thank you to Numeral, Flex, Amplitude, Merge, and Monaco for supporting this episode.Numeral: Sales tax on autopilot https://www.numeral.comFlex: Premium banking, 60-day credit, 0% APR https://home.flex.one/referral/bananacapitalAmplitude: AI analytics https://www.amplitude.comMerge: Every model, one API https://www.merge.dev/turnerMonaco: The revenue engine for startups https://www.monaco.com/Timestamps:(0:00) The hidden infra layer every AI agent runs on(1:46) Building complex chains of logic(3:31) Why agent SDK's don't go far enough(4:49) Healthcare was the original event-driven nightmare(6:32) Storing traces on your infrastructure enables self-improving loops(14:26) Why Inngest was already in the right place for AI(15:49) Score agents off product events, not LLM's(17:31) The OpenAI copy-paste signal(21:24) Swap in LLMs and cut costs 20x(23:44) How customers pulled the product forward(25:41) Orchestration belongs outside the sandbox(29:48) Building a neocloud to cut costs 20x(32:09) Most neoclouds just resell AWS(32:54) All AI infrastructure is converging(34:49) Why Claude can't just build your backend(36:44) How to build a software factory(39:12) Agents are a lottery you get addicted to(42:44) Loops must exist until AGI hits(45:38) If models keep getting better, why orchestrate?(48:28) When incumbents steal your features(52:30) Why you can't vibe code infrastructure(55:54) Why Tony has no personal brand(59:38) Dev tools GTM without Twitter(1:03:20) Lessons from the founder of DuckDuckGo(1:10:39) Truth as a company value(1:13:08) Taking too long adapting to AI(1:15:10) Startups are 100% R&D(1:17:19) Ali from Databricks(1:19:03) Writing his own code, Voice-to-text with local models(1:23:53) Evals are batshit insaneReferencedInngest: https://www.inngest.com/Principles by Ray Dalio: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1501124021?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallbackTraction - How Any Startup Can Achieve Explosive Customer Growth: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1591848369?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallbackFollow TonyTwitter: https://x.com/itstonyhbLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyhb/Follow TurnerTwitter: https://twitter.com/TurnerNovakLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/turnernovakSubscribe to my newsletter to get every episode + the transcript in your inbox every week: https://www.thespl.it/

Most clinic owners can tell you how many leads they're getting. Some can tell you how much they're spending on ads. Very few can confidently answer whether their people or their marketing are actually performing against industry benchmarks. In this episode of OMD TV & the OMD Growth Podcast, Huyen Truong breaks down the two most important ROI numbers every clinic owner must understand to grow predictably — without guesswork. You'll learn why relying on surface-level metrics like clicks and cost per lead can be misleading, and how high-performing clinics use productivity-based metrics to scale sustainably. What You'll Learn in This Episode 1️⃣ Return on Payroll (Your Team Productivity) Why payroll is your largest fixed cost — yet the least analysed The ideal revenue-per-£1 payroll benchmarks for: Hair transplant clinics Cosmetic plastic surgery clinics Aesthetic clinics Ophthalmology and other specialist practices How inefficient staffing structures silently erode profitability Why marketing cannot fix poor utilisation, processes, or productivity 2️⃣ Return on Marketing (Your Growth Productivity) The real ROI benchmarks specialist clinics should be targeting Why “cheap leads” often produce expensive patients ROI expectations by channel: Google Search Meta (Facebook & Instagram) SEO Remarketing How remarketing becomes the highest ROI lever when done correctly 3️⃣ Productivity: The Principle That Ties Everything Together A key insight from Ray Dalio on why productivity is the only sustainable driver of wealth Why adding more staff or more ad spend doesn't equal growth How elite clinics increase output without increasing complexity Key Takeaway If you don't know: Your revenue per £1 payroll, and Your return on marketing investment, you're not managing growth — you're reacting to it. High-performing clinics stop spending without measuring. They build systems, processes, get the right people in the right seats.    Need Help Fixing What's Holding Your Clinic Back? If you want help identifying what's broken — and fixing it properly — reach out to Online Marketing For Doctors for a strategy session, or simply reply to the email you received this from. Your next stage of growth doesn't happen by chance. It happens by improving productivity — across people, processes, and marketing. Key Links Mentioned

Erin Smith spent six and a half years inside Bridgewater Associates, the world's largest hedge fund, before founding Driven Beyond Excellence. She's also married to a retired Navy SEAL, and together they run the Seal Leadership Challenge, an immersive experience that pressure tests leadership capacity through physical obstacles.In this episode, Erin and Jaime dig into why people wrongly believe a big transition means starting from zero. They walk through Erin's six laws of becoming: reflection, discernment, polarity, expansion, embodiment, and integrity. Erin shares the moment she almost turned down a public speaking class (and met her husband there instead), how she landed a TEDx talk with two days notice, and why avoidance, not pressure, is the real enemy of growth.What you'll learnWhy "starting over" is a myth in massive transitions, and what to look for insteadThe six laws of becoming: reflection, discernment, polarity, expansion, embodiment, integrityHow to tell the difference between discomfort worth pushing through and a situation you should leaveWhy lived experience builds confidence faster than intellectual understandingHow Erin turned fear of visibility into a TEDx talk and a pageant platformMemorable momentsThe "research weekend" journal exercise for tracking what triggers youWhy the boss who intimidates you might be revealing exactly what you need to developThe family at the Seal Leadership Challenge who called out their mom's self-talk in real timeHow saying yes to an earlier class date led Erin to her husbandAbout Erin SmithErin Smith is a sport psychologist and executive coach who accelerates the careers of high-performing female executives navigating male-dominated industries. Before launching her coaching practice, Driven Beyond Excellence, LLC, she spent six and a half of her twenty professional years in the research department at Bridgewater Associates, the largest hedge fund in the world. With a master's degree in sport psychology and a close understanding of Ray Dalio's management principles, Erin coaches executives across private equity, tech startups, biotech, hedge funds, maritime, mortgage lending, and insurance.She's also the host and creator of The Driven Women Project podcast, profiling successful women in leadership roles across STEM fields. She's an investor in underrepresented founders, a certified yoga instructor, and a keynote and TEDx speaker.Connect with ErinWebsite: sealleadershipchallenge.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/erinsmithedmInstagram: @thedrivenwomenprojectEmail: erin@drivenbeyondexcellence.comTEDx Talk: "You Don't Have to Act Like a Man to Succeed Like One"The SEAL Leadership Challenge: https://sealleadershipchallenge.com/The Driven Beyond Excellence Group: https://www.linkedin.com/company/driven-beyond-excellence-group/

Most people think in binary — it will happen or it won't. A former CIA field officer says that mental habit is quietly destroying your decisions, your business, and your shot at the life you actually want. Anthony Vinci spent years recruiting intelligence sources in active war zones, advising presidents and generals on high-stakes decisions, and then managing investments at Bridgewater Associates under Ray Dalio — one of the most disciplined decision-making environments on the planet. After leaving government, he built a company from the ground up without knowing what an LLC was, wrote The Fourth Intelligence Revolution, and launched Veeo, a forecasting and scenario-planning platform now used by hedge funds, corporations, and governments. His hard-won insight: the cost of bad decisions is massive, and it follows you forever — but the right system changes everything. In this episode, you'll discover: Why "chunking" risk is the CIA method for taking action without freezing up — Anthony breaks down how he planned missions in Baghdad piece by piece, and how to apply the exact same framework to business decisions and big life swings The "compartmentalize risk" principle that explains why the world's biggest risk-takers (Special Forces operators, entrepreneurs) are often deeply conservative in other areas of their lives — and how to deliberately design yours Why stubbornness + optimism = resilience — and the hidden flip side that destroys most entrepreneurs who don't know when to stop The binary thinking trap: why saying "it's more likely than not" is dramatically less useful than saying "it's a 55% chance vs. a 90% chance" — and why that gap is where elite decision-makers live What Ray Dalio's Bridgewater taught Anthony about the one non-negotiable trait you need in your inner circle — and the exact type of person you must limit access to your energy Connect with Anthony Vinci www.anthonyvinci.com Connect with Kwame: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠negotiateanything.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!⁠ @kwamenegotiates across all social platforms

¿Sientes que trabajas duro pero tu dinero rinde cada vez menos? En este episodio de Creadores Podcast, Marcelo conversa con Pablo Gil, analista financiero de escala global, ex-director de análisis en Banco Santander y ex-gestor de un fondo de inversión multimillonario. Pablo revela con total crudeza por qué el 90% de la población está cometiendo errores financieros garrafales en su día a día sin darse cuenta, confiando su capital a bancos tradicionales que se enriquecen a costa de su falta de educación financiera.Analizamos a fondo los movimientos de titanes de la industria como Warren Buffett, Ray Dalio y Michael Burry, quienes se están refugiando en niveles de liquidez históricos. ¿Qué saben ellos que nosotros no? Además, Pablo Gil desglosa el impacto inminente de la Inteligencia Artificial en el mercado laboral masivo, explicando por qué competir contra la IA será imposible y cómo configurar un portafolio de inversión diversificado (cripto, bolsa, metales y real estate tokenizado) para proteger tu patrimonio antes de que el chicle del endeudamiento crónico global termine por romperse.Finalmente, exploramos la verdadera definición de la riqueza: la flexibilidad. Descubre cómo pasar del sprint financiero a la maratón del interés compuesto, cómo identificar la deuda productiva de la destructiva (como el financiamiento innecesario de un coche o un teléfono inteligente) y el valioso consejo de vida que el padre de Pablo, a sus 95 años, le heredó para aprender a disfrutar plenamente del camino y no solo de la meta.- Recibe 5% de descuento en tu suscripción de los mejores suplementos utilizando el código CREADORES en https://belevels.com/- Recibe acceso gratuito a mi lista de los 100 libros que transformarán tu vida aquí: https://www.creadores.co/newsletter-

Emmanuel Macron. Demis Hassabis. Volodymyr Zelenskiy. George Soros. Mark Carney. Christine Lagarde. Ray Dalio. Leena Nair.  Few journalists have spent more time questioning the people who shape the global economy than Francine Lacqua. As Editor-at-large at Bloomberg and host of Leaders with Francine Lacqua on Bloomberg TV, Lacqua has interviewed many of the most influential political and business leaders of our time. Across hundreds of conversations with presidents, CEOs, central bankers and founders she has built a rare understanding of how leadership operates at the highest levels of power.  In June 2026, Lacqua joined us live on stage for a special instalment of The Intelligence Squared Economic Outlook, our flagship series examining the forces shaping global markets, politics and business. In conversation with BBC broadcaster Jonny Dymond, she reflected on the leaders she has encountered throughout her career – and the defining decisions they faced during moments of economic uncertainty, geopolitical tension and technological change. What distinguishes leaders who succeed in turbulent times? How do the best decision-makers balance political pressure, economic risk and long-term strategy? And what kinds of leaders does today's increasingly volatile world demand? This recording is part of The Intelligence Squared Economic Outlook series of events made in partnership with Guinness Global Investors, an independent British fund manager that helps both individuals and institutions harness the future drivers of growth to achieve their investment goals. To find out more visit: https://www.guinnessgi.com/ --------- This is the first instalment of a two-part episode. If you'd like to become a Member and get access to all our full ad free conversations, plus all of our Members-only content, just visit intelligencesquared.com/membership to find out more. For £4.99 per month you'll also receive: - Full-length and ad-free Intelligence Squared episodes, wherever you get your podcasts - Bonus Intelligence Squared podcasts, curated feeds and members exclusive series - 15% discount on livestreams and in-person tickets for all Intelligence Squared events  ...  Or Subscribe on Apple for £4.99: - Full-length and ad-free Intelligence Squared podcasts - Bonus Intelligence Squared podcasts, curated feeds and members exclusive series … Already a subscriber? Thank you for supporting our mission to foster honest debate and compelling conversations! Visit intelligencesquared.com to explore all your benefits including ad-free podcasts, exclusive bonus content and early access. … Subscribe to our newsletter here to hear about our latest events, discounts and much more. https://www.intelligencesquared.com/newsletter-signup/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emmanuel Macron. Demis Hassabis. Volodymyr Zelenskiy. George Soros. Mark Carney. Christine Lagarde. Ray Dalio. Leena Nair.  Few journalists have spent more time questioning the people who shape the global economy than Francine Lacqua. As Editor-at-large at Bloomberg and host of Leaders with Francine Lacqua on Bloomberg TV, Lacqua has interviewed many of the most influential political and business leaders of our time. Across hundreds of conversations with presidents, CEOs, central bankers and founders she has built a rare understanding of how leadership operates at the highest levels of power.  In June 2026, Lacqua joined us live on stage for a special instalment of The Intelligence Squared Economic Outlook, our flagship series examining the forces shaping global markets, politics and business. In conversation with BBC broadcaster Jonny Dymond, she reflected on the leaders she has encountered throughout her career – and the defining decisions they faced during moments of economic uncertainty, geopolitical tension and technological change. What distinguishes leaders who succeed in turbulent times? How do the best decision-makers balance political pressure, economic risk and long-term strategy? And what kinds of leaders does today's increasingly volatile world demand? This recording is part of The Intelligence Squared Economic Outlook series of events made in partnership with Guinness Global Investors, an independent British fund manager that helps both individuals and institutions harness the future drivers of growth to achieve their investment goals. To find out more visit: https://www.guinnessgi.com/ --------- This is the first instalment of a two-part episode. If you'd like to become a Member and get access to all our full ad free conversations, plus all of our Members-only content, just visit intelligencesquared.com/membership to find out more. For £4.99 per month you'll also receive: - Full-length and ad-free Intelligence Squared episodes, wherever you get your podcasts - Bonus Intelligence Squared podcasts, curated feeds and members exclusive series - 15% discount on livestreams and in-person tickets for all Intelligence Squared events  ...  Or Subscribe on Apple for £4.99: - Full-length and ad-free Intelligence Squared podcasts - Bonus Intelligence Squared podcasts, curated feeds and members exclusive series … Already a subscriber? Thank you for supporting our mission to foster honest debate and compelling conversations! Visit intelligencesquared.com to explore all your benefits including ad-free podcasts, exclusive bonus content and early access. … Subscribe to our newsletter here to hear about our latest events, discounts and much more. https://www.intelligencesquared.com/newsletter-signup/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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On episode 227 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson, Duncan Hill and Bill Sweet discuss: staying in shape while raising young kids and balancing family life, using Married Filing Separately to maximize PSLF benefits, whether pausing investing to start a business is a smart move, how aging demographics could impact stock market returns, retirement planning with no property taxes and low-cost healthcare on tribal land, whether investors should pay attention to Ray Dalio's latest views and more! Submit your Ask The Compound questions to askthecompoundshow@gmail.com! This episode is sponsored by Public. Learn more at https://public.com/ATC Subscribe to The Compound Newsletter for all the latest Compound content, live event announcements, find out who the next TCAF guest is, get updates on the latest merch drops, and more! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thecompoundnews.com/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode we answer emails from Peter, Alejandro, and Anderson.  We discuss retiring early and related family, work and community considerations, various portfolio and tax considerations and gambling problems, AI-driven portfolio tweaking, when simplicity applies, and share a fast way to summarize old episodes with NotebookLM.   And reference our Top of the T-shirt Campaign (Part Deux!) for the Father McKenna Center.Links:  Father McKenna Center Donation Page (please mention Risk Parity Radio in the comment section with your donation):  Donate - Father McKenna CenterNotebookLM Summary of Chad's Question from Episode 478 -- "Mastering Portfolio Distributions":  NotebookLM - Portfolio Distribution MechanicsBreathless Unedited AI-Bot Summary:Quitting a high-paying job sounds like a math problem until you try living inside the decision. We hear from a 37-year-old parent with $1.3 million invested, a paid-off home, and a growing sense that learning about early retirement has made work feel unbearable. We walk through what those numbers actually support, why a 5% withdrawal rate can look fine on a spreadsheet but feel risky for a young family, and why expenses often rise as kids move toward the teen years and college. Our goal is to replace vague fear with concrete planning and a bigger, more realistic buffer.From there we get tactical: how to think about asset allocation as one unified portfolio across taxable and retirement accounts, how tax efficiency should influence what goes where, and what options exist for accessing retirement money earlier than 59.5. We dig into Roth conversion timing, and we clear up a major misconception about 72(t) distributions by explaining how splitting IRAs can make the tool far more flexible than people assume.Then we zoom out to portfolio construction. We explain why many formal “risk parity” or Ray Dalio all-weather style proposals end up bond-heavy, why that design often expects leverage, and why our retirement-oriented approach favors diversified building blocks like equities, Treasury bonds as recession insurance, gold, and managed futures. We also answer two more emails: one on using Google NotebookLM to generate a visual summary of rebalancing, and another on leveraged ETFs, AI recommendations, and moving-average trading rules, including why complexity can create tax headaches and ugly drawdowns.If you got value from this, subscribe, share the show with a friend who is rebuilding their plan, and leave a review so more DIY investors can find Risk Parity Radio.Support the show

Many leaders have years of experience and very little self-knowledge to show for it because they've never stopped to process their experiences. In this episode, James Rule makes the case for journaling as a serious leadership discipline. The practice that builds self-awareness, sharpens decision-making, and gives leaders the one thing they almost never create, space to think.KEY TAKEAWAYSWhy experience without reflection is just repetitionThe specific loneliness of senior leadership and why honest self-examination becomes harder the higher you goJames's personal story. What collapsing with pneumonia taught him about the cost of not reflectingThree things journaling actually does for leaders at a senior levelMarcus Aurelius, Ray Dalio, and why the most effective leaders in history all did the inner workThree questions, five minutes the entry point that removes every excuseRELATED EPISODES FROM THE ARCHIVEEpisode 15 covers the practical mechanics of journaling, how to start, what formats work, and how to build the habit. This episode is the deeper argument for why it matters at a senior level: self-awareness, decision quality, and managing the weight that comes with leading at the top. The two episodes are complementary. If you haven't heard Episode 15, it's worth going back to it after this one on the link below.Episode 15 - The Power of Utilising a Journal (practical mechanics and habit building)Episode 93 - Inside The Lonely Leader: My story, my philosophy my purpose Episode 110 - My enough is enough moment and how it changed me as a leader ENJOYED THE EPISODE?James works with senior leaders, CEOs, and founders who want to perform at the highest level without losing what matters most in the process. If this conversation has prompted something for you professionally or personally James would genuinely love to hear from you.You can reach him directly via LinkedIn or through the website below. Everything shared is in complete confidence.If this resonated, the single most valuable thing you can do is share it with one person who needs to hear it, a leader you know who is carrying this quietly, a colleague who is building something significant and paying a price at home they haven't fully examined yet.A five-star review on your podcast app also makes an enormous difference in helping this podcast reach the leaders who need it most. It takes thirty seconds and it matters more than you know.ABOUT THE HOST James is an experienced mentor, coach and thought leader who works with a range of clients from FTSE 100 companies, SME´s the NHS and wider public and not for profit sectors.His twenty year career in elite sport initially as a professional rugby player but predominantly as a chief executive has given him an invaluable insight in managing the success, failures and pressures associated with leadership at the highest level.As a high performance coach James specialises in enhancing resilience and leadership development. He is a passionate advocate of the notion that to find lasting fulfilment we need to take a holistic view of high performance. CONNECT & CONTACT www.thelonelyleader.co.ukThe Lonely Leader's LinkedIn James' LinkedInInstagramhello@thelonelyleader.co.uk THIS SHOW WAS BROUGHT TO YOU BY LONELY LEADER MEDIA NEWSLETTERSign Up to The Leadership Accelerator Newsletter for advice, inspiration and ideas, you'll also receive James' Top 10 Tips for Combating Your Fear of Public Speaking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Financial Clarity for Doctors, hosts Corey Janoff and Rachelle Vanderzanden talk through some stock market noise.  It's hard to know when to listen to headlines and what information to heed.  What we listen to as investors and what the movers and shakers listen to may be very different. Discussion in this episode include: The focus of retail investors, including local news, conflicts, prices close to home, and talking heads like Ray Dalio. For individual investors, it's hard to look past the noise to see if the fundamentals are sound for investing. The focus of institutional investors including earnings/profits, interest rates, and taxes. Generally, if companies are making money, big investors are happy to hold stock in those companies despite other happenings in the world. Our expectation of how the stock market will perform and how it does perform are often very different. As always, focus on your long-term strategy!  Trying to use information in the short-term to make decisions about your long-term investments can often be counterproductive.  You can end up selling due to fear and then missing out on gains.  No ones wants that! For more financial planning tips from Corey and Rachelle, find them on social media! LinkedIn: @CoreyJanoff; Instagram: @CoreyJanoff and @VanderzandenRachelle; and Twitter: @CoreyJanoffCFP Discussions in this show should not be construed as specific recommendations or investment advice. Always consult with your investment professional before making important investment decisions. Securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial, a registered investment advisor, Member FINRA/SIPC.  Finity Group, LLC is a separate entity from LPL Financial.  Citations: Dalio, Ray.  New York Times. A Legendary Investor on How to Prevent America's Coming ‘Heart Attack'. Published May 7, 2026. Earnings reports pulled from Google AI Overview.

Bridgewater Associates Founder Ray Dalio says the debt burden has passed a "point of no return." He discusses the state of the bond market, the role of the US in the Iran War, and a weaker dollar driving the demand for gold. Dalio speaks with Bloomberg's Dani Burger at the Forbes Iconoclast Summit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Grow A Small Business Podcast host Troy Trewin interviews Chris Van Dusen from Solyco Capital shares his journey from being unexpectedly laid off in 2009 to building and selling three successful businesses. He reveals how he scaled a CBD company to over 120 employees, navigated the pressures of rapid growth and business exits, and now helps deploy more than $400M in investments through Solico Capital. Chris also breaks down the importance of consistency, leadership, culture, and having enough capital to survive tough business phases. The conversation is packed with real-world lessons on entrepreneurship, resilience, AI, scaling teams, and preparing a company for acquisition.  Why would you wait any longer to start living the lifestyle you signed up for? Balance your health, wealth, relationships and business growth. And focus your time and energy and make the most of this year. Let's get into it by clicking here. Troy delves into our guest's startup journey, their perception of success, industry reconsideration, and the pivotal stress point during business expansion. They discuss the joys of small business growth, vital entrepreneurial habits, and strategies for team building, encompassing wins, blunders, and invaluable advice. And a snapshot of the final five Grow A Small Business Questions: What do you think is the hardest thing in growing a small business? Chris Van Dusen shares that the hardest thing in growing a small business is maintaining consistent output while managing capital wisely, as many business owners underestimate how much funding and sustained effort it truly takes to keep a business growing long term. What's your favorite business book that has helped you the most? Chris Van Dusen shares that some of the business books that have helped him the most are Principles by Ray Dalio, Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss, and Loonshots, which helped him think differently about innovation, negotiation, and finding asymmetrical opportunities in business. Are there any great podcasts or online learning resources you'd recommend to help grow a small business? Chris Van Dusen recommends listening to podcasts like The Diary of a CEO for valuable business insights and leadership perspectives. He also shares that platforms like TikTok can be surprisingly useful for discovering short clips from business podcasts, helping entrepreneurs find new ideas, guests, and strategies before diving deeper into full episodes and long-form learning content. What tool or resource would you recommend to grow a small business? Chris Van Dusen recommends using Anthropic's Claude and other AI tools to help grow a small business, explaining that AI can act like additional team members by improving efficiency, automating repetitive tasks, analyzing customer data, and helping business owners make faster and smarter operational decisions. What advice would you give yourself on day one of starting out in business? Chris Van Dusen advises that if he could go back to day one of starting out in business, he would tell himself to embrace the hardship, lean into difficult challenges instead of avoiding them, and trust that the tough moments are part of the journey that ultimately leads to growth and success. Book a 20-minute Growth Chat with Troy Trewin to see if you qualify for our upcoming course. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your small business to new heights! Enjoyed the podcast? Please leave a review on iTunes or your preferred platform. Your feedback helps more small business owners discover our podcast and embark on their business growth journey.     Quotable quotes from our special Grow A Small Business podcast guest: Never underestimate how much capital it's going to take to get you where you need to go – Chris Van Dusen Find asymmetrical areas of growth – don't compete just like everyone else does – Chris Van Dusen Money doesn't buy you happiness, it buys you freedom – Chris Van Dusen       

In Episode 30 of The ₿roadcast, Bram Kanstein, Brian Cubellis, and special guest Liam Nelson break down the most important Bitcoin and macro developments from the past few weeks.00:00 - Intro & Welcoming Liam Nelson00:43 - Ray Dalio's Bitcoin Pushback11:28 - Mubadala's $600M IBIT Position & The Sovereign Bid18:34 - Draghi's Charlemagne Prize & The Euro's Collapse25:30 - Gemini's Fumble & The Everything Exchange Pivot31:55 - Menger, Asymmetry & Why Adoption Is Uneven45:07 - Gold's Underweight & The Debasement Regime1:05:09 - The Bond Market Is Breaking In Real Time1:09:13 - Early Riders Leads Onramp's Series A1:15:50 - The Golden Age Of GriftingThe ₿roadcast: Bitcoin culture meets Business & Finance. We catch up LIVE on news, tweets, videos, charts, trends, and other Bitcoin related content that stood out to us in the past two weeks ⚡️ Published on Saturday at 9AM EST / 3PM CET.

Bitcoin is testing its 200-day SMA near $82K as the Senate Banking Committee drops a 309-page CLARITY Act draft ahead of Thursday's pivotal May 14 markup vote — a moment that could redefine US crypto policy and unlock the next institutional wave. With $858M flooding into crypto funds last week, Saylor unveiling a $2.2B tax-loss harvesting playbook, and Wall Street giants like BlackRock, Apollo, and a16z pouring hundreds of millions into Circle's Arc and Canton Network, the setup is loaded. Add Morgan Stanley triggering a crypto fee war on E*Trade, Ray Dalio warning central banks won't touch Bitcoin, and the Iran-driven oil shock rattling markets — and you've got one of the most consequential weeks of the cycle. Is the breakout finally here? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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A stalemated war. Fractured alliances. A rival waiting in the wings. It feels to me that we're having an “end of the American empire” moment. My guest this week, Ray Dalio, is an unlikely prophet of doom — the billionaire Bridgewater investor conquered Wall Street by studying history and mastering global trends. He foresaw the 2008 financial crisis,and these days he's warning that the U.S. is repeating the patterns that ended great empires of the past. 0:00 - Intro 01:24 - The rise and fall of empires through big cycles 08:35 - Geopolitical tensions: China, Iran and the Suez Canal 14:27 - Fiat currency or gold? 24:19 - America's coming ‘heart attack' 30:37 - Acts of nature, A.I. and technology 43:37 - ‘Could we have a Japanese future?' (A full transcript of this episode is available on the Times website.) Thoughts? Email us at interestingtimes@nytimes.com. Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, Interesting Times with Ross Douthat. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Leave an Amazon Rating or Review for my New York Times Bestselling book, Make Money Easy! Check out the full episode: https://greatness.lnk.to/1266DM Ray Dalio, a renowned figure in the financial world, shares his expertise on smart investments to increase one's chances of becoming a millionaire. He discusses strategies for allocating funds in areas such as stocks, real estate, and other assets, highlighting the importance of sound financial planning and disciplined decision-making.  Sign up for the Greatness newsletter: http://www.greatness.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

While the podcast team is taking a Radical Sabbatical, Kim is interviewing authors of the books that have had a big impact on her in the past two years. Office culture is a fascinating topic.  It can be the special sauce that helps bring together team members to achieve excellence.  But what happens when the company culture becomes a toxic mess?  What happens when a very charismatic CEO becomes obsessed with both cataloging people's weaknesses and then broadcasting them to the entire company?  What happens when that same CEO mandates “internal reporting” on fellow co-workers, techniques that appear to be drawn directly from the playbook of the Stasi (the former East German secret police force, famous for deep surveillance to control and punish their citizens)?  What happens when the CEO steadfastly refuses to hear criticism about himself?Why would people join and then remain at such an organization?  Kim welcomes New York Times' business reporter and author, Rob Copland, to talk about his fascinating, deeply researched, and best-selling book, The Fund: Ray Dalio, Bridgewater Associates and The Unraveling of a Wall Street Legend.  Rob's book dives deep on Ray Dalio, the iconic founder and leader of Bridgewater Associates and the culture he created there.  Under Dalio, there is no disputing that Bridgewater Associates became one of the largest and most successful hedge funds in history.  At the same time, Dalio appeared to use promises of vast riches to control and intimidate his employees.  Rob shares some incredible stories to illustrate these points.  When someone dared to push back on any of Dalio's techniques or vision, he famously would shut them down with, “If you're so smart, why aren't you rich?!”  Rob talks about what he learned in the years of research he did for this book.  This conversation presents a cautionary tale of what can happen when a charismatic leader, flush with vast wealth decides his mission is also to dictate how people should live.Background on Rob Copeland: Rob Copeland is a New York Times finance reporter covering Wall Street, banks, and corporate power. He was previously the longtime hedge-fund beat reporter at The Wall Street Journal.  He is best known for investigative, narrative-driven stories and is the author of the bestselling book, "The Fund: Ray Dalio, Bridgewater Associates and the Unraveling of a Wall Street Legend". CHAPTERS: (00:00) Introduction to Rob Copland (01:04) The Pissing Anecdote: A Lesson in Self-Awareness (05:11) Investigating the Absurd: Culture of Petty Conflicts (09:59) The Dark Side of Radical Transparency (12:04) The Pain of Reflection: A Closer Look at Confrontation (16:24) The Cost of Self-Improvement: Why People Endure (18:48) The Allure of Success: How Ray Dalio Captivates Minds (22:43) The Challenge of Self-Awareness (23:58) The Power Dynamics of Self-Knowledge (24:46) Cult Dynamics and Personal Freedom (25:52) The Role of Powerful Figures in Toxic Environments (26:38) Radical Transparency and Its Pitfalls (31:05) The Importance of External Tethers (33:28) Navigating Career Choices and Exit Strategies (37:38) The Journey of Self-Discovery and Feedback Connect with the Radical Candor team: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to this episode of "Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu." Today, Speaker A and Speaker B dive into a whirlwind of geopolitical events, market volatility, and seismic shifts in technology and global alliances. From the fragile Iran-U.S. ceasefire and its immediate impact on world markets, to Ray Dalio's warning that we are living through a modern World War—with trade routes, alliances, and power structures rapidly evolving—the hosts unpack what these developments mean for everyday people and investors. We'll also explore the jaw-dropping power of Anthropic's new AI, Claude Mythos, which is already breaking out of virtual cages, exposing critical software vulnerabilities, and raising national security alarms. The discussion doesn't stop there: we look at shifting global loyalties as France pulls its gold from the U.S., the ongoing chaos in Israel and Lebanon, TikTok phenom Kabi Lane's viral divorce strategy, and the cultural unity and economic power dynamics shaping America and the world. Packed with sharp analysis, controversial takes, pop culture headlines, and actionable insights for the era of uncertainty, this episode is your deep dive into what it means to live on the edge of world-changing events. Buckle up—the future is volatile, but Speaker A is determined to help you master your emotional state and stay optimistic, no matter how wild it gets. What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Ketone IQ: Visit https://ketone.com/IMPACT for 30% OFF your subscription orderSumm: code TOMVIP20 for 20% off your first year at https://summ.com?via=tombilyeu&coupon=TOMVIP20Monetary Metals: Future-proof your wealth at https://monetarymetals.com/impactAquaTru: 20% off your purifier with code IMPACT https://aquatru.comDuck.Ai: Protect your privacy at https://duck.ai/impactBlinkist: Start your free trial at https://blinkist.com/impactQuince: Free shipping and 365-day returns at https://quince.com/impactpodAT&T Business: Switch to AT&T Business at business.att.comIncogni: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code IMPACT at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/impactShopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to this episode of "Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu." Today, Speaker A and Speaker B dive into a whirlwind of geopolitical events, market volatility, and seismic shifts in technology and global alliances. From the fragile Iran-U.S. ceasefire and its immediate impact on world markets, to Ray Dalio's warning that we are living through a modern World War—with trade routes, alliances, and power structures rapidly evolving—the hosts unpack what these developments mean for everyday people and investors. We'll also explore the jaw-dropping power of Anthropic's new AI, Claude Mythos, which is already breaking out of virtual cages, exposing critical software vulnerabilities, and raising national security alarms. The discussion doesn't stop there: we look at shifting global loyalties as France pulls its gold from the U.S., the ongoing chaos in Israel and Lebanon, TikTok phenom Kabi Lane's viral divorce strategy, and the cultural unity and economic power dynamics shaping America and the world. Packed with sharp analysis, controversial takes, pop culture headlines, and actionable insights for the era of uncertainty, this episode is your deep dive into what it means to live on the edge of world-changing events. Buckle up—the future is volatile, but Speaker A is determined to help you master your emotional state and stay optimistic, no matter how wild it gets. What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Ketone IQ: Visit https://ketone.com/IMPACT for 30% OFF your subscription orderSumm: code TOMVIP20 for 20% off your first year at https://summ.com?via=tombilyeu&coupon=TOMVIP20Monetary Metals: Future-proof your wealth at https://monetarymetals.com/impactAquaTru: 20% off your purifier with code IMPACT https://aquatru.comDuck.Ai: Protect your privacy at https://duck.ai/impactBlinkist: Start your free trial at https://blinkist.com/impactQuince: Free shipping and 365-day returns at https://quince.com/impactpodAT&T Business: Switch to AT&T Business at business.att.comIncogni: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code IMPACT at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/impactShopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's insightful discussion, Tom sits down with renowned investor and author Ray Dalio to delve into pressing economic challenges and the changing world order. We'll explore Ray's unique perspectives on self-reliance, learning from mistakes, and the significance of "triangulation" in decision-making. Tom and Ray discuss how confronting the basics of survival and embracing simpler lifestyles can foster resilience amid economic turbulence. Ray Dalio emphasizes understanding historical patterns and recognizing financial cycles to navigate current and future crises, drawing parallels to past global events. They address the implications of the U.S. national debt, rising global tensions, and the role of education and financial literacy in preparing for economic downturns. In this episode, you will learn about the mechanics of money and debt, the impact of internal and external conflicts, and the benefits of radical transparency in personal and professional settings. There's also a deep dive into Ray's principles for successful decision-making and the importance of cultivating meaningful relationships and purposeful work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's insightful discussion, Tom sits down with renowned investor and author Ray Dalio to delve into pressing economic challenges and the changing world order. We'll explore Ray's unique perspectives on self-reliance, learning from mistakes, and the significance of "triangulation" in decision-making. Tom and Ray discuss how confronting the basics of survival and embracing simpler lifestyles can foster resilience amid economic turbulence. Ray Dalio emphasizes understanding historical patterns and recognizing financial cycles to navigate current and future crises, drawing parallels to past global events. They address the implications of the U.S. national debt, rising global tensions, and the role of education and financial literacy in preparing for economic downturns. In this episode, you will learn about the mechanics of money and debt, the impact of internal and external conflicts, and the benefits of radical transparency in personal and professional settings. There's also a deep dive into Ray's principles for successful decision-making and the importance of cultivating meaningful relationships and purposeful work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's insightful discussion, Tom sits down with renowned investor and author Ray Dalio to delve into pressing economic challenges and the changing world order. We'll explore Ray's unique perspectives on self-reliance, learning from mistakes, and the significance of "triangulation" in decision-making. Tom and Ray discuss how confronting the basics of survival and embracing simpler lifestyles can foster resilience amid economic turbulence. Ray Dalio emphasizes understanding historical patterns and recognizing financial cycles to navigate current and future crises, drawing parallels to past global events. They address the implications of the U.S. national debt, rising global tensions, and the role of education and financial literacy in preparing for economic downturns. In this episode, you will learn about the mechanics of money and debt, the impact of internal and external conflicts, and the benefits of radical transparency in personal and professional settings. There's also a deep dive into Ray's principles for successful decision-making and the importance of cultivating meaningful relationships and purposeful work. SHOWNOTES 00:00 Smart, bipartisan leadership essential for economic prosperity. 12:04 $100M donated for equitable education in Connecticut. 23:59 Animation highlights predictable historical cycle of empires. 34:54 Debt difficult to repay increases default risk. 45:22 Internal conflict escalates; centrist views pressured. 53:25 Collective learning and triangulation empower decision-making. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's insightful discussion, Tom sits down with renowned investor and author Ray Dalio to delve into pressing economic challenges and the changing world order. We'll explore Ray's unique perspectives on self-reliance, learning from mistakes, and the significance of "triangulation" in decision-making. Tom and Ray discuss how confronting the basics of survival and embracing simpler lifestyles can foster resilience amid economic turbulence. Ray Dalio emphasizes understanding historical patterns and recognizing financial cycles to navigate current and future crises, drawing parallels to past global events. They address the implications of the U.S. national debt, rising global tensions, and the role of education and financial literacy in preparing for economic downturns. In this episode, you will learn about the mechanics of money and debt, the impact of internal and external conflicts, and the benefits of radical transparency in personal and professional settings. There's also a deep dive into Ray's principles for successful decision-making and the importance of cultivating meaningful relationships and purposeful work. SHOWNOTES 00:00 Smart, bipartisan leadership essential for economic prosperity. 12:04 $100M donated for equitable education in Connecticut. 23:59 Animation highlights predictable historical cycle of empires. 34:54 Debt difficult to repay increases default risk. 45:22 Internal conflict escalates; centrist views pressured. 53:25 Collective learning and triangulation empower decision-making. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Note from James:What is going on in Iran? And once this war is over, what happens to investing? Is the world coming down? I'm bringing on the Invest Diva, Kiana Danial, to talk about both. She wrote Triple Compounding For Dummies, and we'll get into that, too.She's Iranian, and she has a perspective on what's happening that I think matters. My gut, based on the force of history, is that when this war is over, the Islamic regime won't survive. Iran has no air force left, no navy left, missile strikes are way down, and many of its top leaders are gone. That's my opinion, but it's based on what I'm seeing.What's interesting to me is the parallel to the Soviet Union in 1991. When that collapsed, there was a peace dividend. For about 10 years, the stock market had enormous growth. Yes, the internet mattered too, but when countries stop trading bullets, they start trading dollars. The whole world opened up.Iran has been one of the biggest threats in the region for decades. So if the regime falls, I think the peace dividend could be enormous, maybe even bigger than what followed the Soviet collapse, simply because we have no real relations with Iran right now. That's why I wanted to bring on Kiana Danial, author of Triple Compounding For Dummies, to talk about Iran and what it could all mean next.Episode Description:James talks with investor and entrepreneur Kiana Danial about two subjects that usually stay separate: Iran and personal wealth-building.First, Kiana gives a lived, Iranian-born perspective on what she believes ordinary Iranians want, how propaganda shapes the conversation outside the country, and why she thinks markets may move past the current war headlines faster than most people expect. Then the conversation shifts into her framework for building wealth: “triple compounding,” the idea that real financial progress starts by compounding skills, income, and businesses you control before you rely too heavily on outside assets like stocks.What makes this episode useful is that it doesn't stay theoretical. Kiana explains how getting fired pushed her to build new skills, create new income streams, and eventually grow a multimillion-dollar portfolio. She also shares how she's thinking about AI, volatility, oil, defense names, and post-conflict rebuilding opportunities. It's part geopolitics, part market psychology, and part practical roadmap for anyone who wants more control over how they build wealth.What You'll Learn:Why Kiana thinks geopolitical shocks often hit headlines harder than they hit markets over timeWhat “triple compounding” means: compounding your skills, your income, and your investments togetherHow she went from being fired on Wall Street to building wealth by reinvesting in herself firstWhy adapting to AI may be less about protecting your old job and more about learning new tools quicklyHow she thinks about buying market pullbacks, and which sectors she believes could benefit if Iran eventually rebuildsTimestamped Chapters:[02:00] Cold open: freedom, oil, and investing in yourself[03:03] A Note from James: Iran, war, and the market question[05:57] From Iran to Japan to the U.S.[07:17] The scholarship that changed Kiana's life[09:58] Why James wanted Kiana's perspective now[10:53] How war headlines fade and markets recalibrate[12:25] Negotiations, bluffing, and the worst-case outcome[14:58] What Kiana says ordinary Iranians actually want[16:32] Strait of Hormuz, oil, and headline-driven panic[18:20] The case for a post-war “peace dividend”[20:34] Reza Pahlavi and the idea of a transition plan[23:28] How the IRGC recruits and how propaganda starts young[25:29] Unlearning propaganda about Israel and the Holocaust[26:42] What Triple Compounding For Dummies is really arguing[30:10] From Wall Street firing to an $18 million portfolio[33:29] AI, job disruption, and learning fast[35:22] What Kiana is buying, selling, and watching now[38:29] Terror funding, ideology, and what happens after the regime[41:01] How propaganda spreads in the West[43:43] Family safety and final thoughtsAdditional Resources:Kiana Danial / Invest Diva. Triple Compounding For Dummies by Kiana Danial. Reza Pahlavi official statements and background. Ray Dalio's The Changing World Order / Principles. Ramsey Solutions / Dave Ramsey. Rich Dad / Robert Kiyosaki. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.