📚 6 Books mentioned in "568. Why Are People So Mad at Michael Lewis? | Freakonomics Radio" of Freakonomics Radio
Podcast: Freakonomics Radio
Episode: 568. Why Are People So Mad at Michael Lewis? | Freakonomics Radio
Published on December 14, 2023
Here’s a list of all the books mentioned in this episode. Click on the links to watch specific excerpts on YouTube and feel free to purchase the books if they caught your interest!
Flash Boys: A Wall Street Revolt
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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 segment, the host discusses several notable works by Michael Lewis, highlighting 'Flash Boys' as part of a collection that includes titles like 'Liars Poker' and 'Moneyball.'
Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon
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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.
Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon
Buy Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon by Michael Lewis on Amazon
But his political spending went in other directions too. Here again is Michael Lewis, author of Going Infinite.
In this segment, the host discusses Michael Lewis, who is recognized as the author of the book 'Going Infinite'. This mention emphasizes the author's connection to the topic at hand.
Liar's Poker
Buy Liar's Poker by Michael Lewis on Amazon
His books include Liars Poker, Moneyball, The Big Short, Flash Boys, and now, Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon.
During the podcast, several notable works by Michael Lewis are highlighted, including Liar's Poker, emphasizing his impact on literature related to finance and economics.
Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair Game
Buy Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair Game by Michael Lewis on Amazon
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 segment, the podcast references 'Moneyball', a notable book by Michael Lewis, as part of a discussion about his various works.
The Big Short: Inside the Doomsday Machine
Buy The Big Short: Inside the Doomsday Machine by Michael M. Lewis on Amazon
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 discusses 'The Big Short' by Michael Lewis, highlighting it among a list of his notable works.