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Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon
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Podcasts that mention Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon by Michael Lewis
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Episode: 568. Why Are People So Mad at Michael Lewis? | Freakonomics Radio
Published on December 14, 2023
His books include Liars Poker, Moneyball, The Big Short, Flash Boys, and now, Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon.
In this episode, the podcast references 'Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon', highlighting it as a recent book by Michael Lewis, who is known for his insightful works on finance and economics.
The thing is, as you read Michael Lewis's book, it's hard to separate Bankman-Fried's illegal behaviors from the ones that were just sloppy or weird.
In this segment, the host discusses the intricate details presented in Michael Lewis's book, highlighting the difficulties in distinguishing between the illegal actions and the bizarre behaviors of Bankman-Fried.
The story really begins in 2017 when Bankman-Fried quit his job at the trading firm Jane Street Capital to start his own crypto trading firm, Alameda Research, as Lewis's book makes clear.
In this segment, the host refers to Michael Lewis's book 'Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon', highlighting how it sheds light on the story of Bankman-Fried's transition from his role at Jane Street Capital to founding Alameda Research.
Here is a passage from Going Infinite.
The host of Freakonomics Radio refers to the book 'Going Infinite' and mentions that they will be citing a specific passage from it.
He ultimately decided to make as much money as possible; his personal goal was infinity dollars, thus the title of Michael Lewis's book.
In this segment, the host discusses the motivations behind Sam Bankman-Fried's actions, referencing Michael Lewis's book 'Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon' to illustrate the concept of pursuing limitless wealth.
Here's a passage from Going Infinite: Sam had long since decided that any discussions about his inner life and its consequences for others were futile.
During the episode, the host quotes a passage from the book 'Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon' by Michael Lewis, highlighting a profound reflection on personal experiences.
And I think I could be wrong about this; it's possible they canceled him because they just decided they didn't need him, but I think between the time they teed him up and the time they called him, they read my book and they saw that he presented the same kind of problem I would present.
In this segment of the podcast, the host suggests that the lawyers involved in the trial of Sam Bankman-Fried may have read the host's book, 'Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon,' to assess a potential witness, Ramnik Aurora.
There is a particularly revealing scene, particularly sad scene toward the end of Lewis's book.
In this segment, the host discusses a poignant scene from Michael Lewis's book 'Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon', providing context for the topics addressed in the episode.
The book is called 'Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon' by Michael Lewis.
During the podcast, the host explicitly mentions the title of the book, 'Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon,' and its author, Michael Lewis.
Episode: 560. Is This “the Worst Job in Corporate America” — or Maybe the Best? | Freakonomics Radio
Published on October 5, 2023
And that Michael Lewis book on Sam Bankman-Fried has just been published; it's called 'Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon.'
The host highlights the recent publication of Michael Lewis's book about Sam Bankman-Fried, titled 'Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon.'
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