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Masters in Business
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Bloomberg Radio host Barry Ritholtz speaks to the people and ideas that shape markets, investing and business.
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At The Money: How to Max Out Your Small Business Retirement Plan
Apr 2900:15:20Summary readyAre you running a small business or “side hustle” that generates real income? You may not be taking full advantage of the many retirement savings plans available. 'At The Money', Barry speaks with Dan LaRosa, Director of Corporate Retirement Plans at Ritholtz Wealth Management, overseeing more than $400 million in various plans. He is a Qualified Plan Financial Consultant (QPFC) and Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF) and partner at the firm. They discuss how individuals can maximize their tax-deferred savings through various qualified accounts. Each week, “At the Money” discusses an important topic in money management. From portfolio construction to taxes and cutting down on fees, join Barry Ritholtz to learn the best ways to put your money to work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryThe Stock Picking Philosophy to Find the Next Amazon with Motley Fool's David Gardner
Apr 2401:10:37Summary readyBarry speaks with David Gardner, Author and Co-Founder, at The Motley Fool. They discuss David's new book "Rule Breaker Investing: How to Pick the Best Stocks of the Future and Build Lasting Wealth." They also discuss the pros and cons of different investing strategies and trends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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At The Money: Looking Beyond Market Cap Weighted Indexes
Apr 2200:18:06Summary ready'At The Money', Barry speaks with Rob Arnott, founder of Research Affiliates (RAFI). They discuss how cap weighted indexes have come to dominate ETFs, and why investors should consider a strategy based on fundamental weightings, such as profits or revenue growth. Each week, “At the Money” discusses an important topic in money management. From portfolio construction to taxes and cutting down on fees, join Barry Ritholtz to learn the best ways to put your money to work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryThe Intersection of Science and Finance with CFM's Jean-Philippe Bouchaud
Apr 1700:58:49Summary readyBarry speaks with Jean-Philippe Bouchaud, chairman of Capital Fund Management, or CFM. Bouchaud founded 'Science and Finance' in 1994, which merged with CFM in 2000. They discuss some of Bouchaud's research into what drives markets from a quantitative perspective.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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At The Money: Tax Day Special
Apr 1500:16:33Summary readyOn this special, fan favorite episode of 'At The Money', Barry speaks with Bill Artzerounian, Director of Tax Services at Ritholtz Wealth Management, about the very specific steps investors should take to better manage their taxes. Each week, “At the Money” discusses an important topic in money management. From portfolio construction to taxes and cutting down on fees, join Barry Ritholtz to learn the best ways to put your money to work.(Originally recorded in late 2025.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryAssessing Asset Volatility and Iran War Threats With BlackRock's Mike Pyle
Apr 1001:04:19Summary readyBarry speaks with Mike Pyle, Senior Managing Director, is the Deputy Head of BlackRock’s Portfolio Management Group (PMG). They discuss the durable economic shocks that could result from the war with Iran including energy security. They also discuss his time in the Biden administration as Deputy National Security Advisor for International Economics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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At the Money: Seeking Uncorrelated Returns
Apr 800:17:43Summary readyManaged Futures generate returns that are not correlated with stocks or bonds. Investors who are looking for greater diversification can do so through ETFs that own futures on commodities, currencies, and interest rates. Andrew Beer is a hedge fund veteran and founder of Dynamic Beta Investments, a firm focused on hedge-fund replication strategies delivered through low-cost, liquid vehicles like ETFs and mutual funds. His ETF, DBi Managed Futures Strategy (DBMF) attempts to replicate pricier managed futures portfolios Each week, “At the Money” discusses an important topic in money management. From portfolio construction to taxes and cutting down on fees, join Barry Ritholtz to learn the best ways to put your money to work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryInvesting for the AI Shift: Masters in Business with Songyee Yoon
Apr 300:52:32Summary readyBarry speaks with founder and managing partner of Principal Venture Partners. They discuss her venture firm's focus on AI-native companies, and understanding technological innovation. They also discuss the tech investment landscape and how she determines which companies are native to AI and which are chasing the boom.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryBONUS: Muddy Waters Capital Founder Carson Block
Apr 100:29:21Summary readyIn this special episode of Masters in Business: Carson Block, famed short seller and Founder/CEO of Muddy Waters Capital, speaks with Barry live from Future Proof Citywide Miami. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryMaximizing Luck: Masters in Business with Judd Kessler
Mar 2801:14:05Summary readyBarry speaks with Judd Kessler, author of Lucky by Design: The Hidden Economics You Need to Get More of What You Want, and a professor at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. They discuss his research into the hidden markets that allocate value to desirable things such as restaurant reservations. They also Judd's research into how couples allocate their resources within a relationship and possible alternate ways to distribute concert tickets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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