Episode
"Michael Lewis"
1:05:45
Published: Mon Apr 11 2022
Description
We’re an island of misfit toys with big-brained Michael Lewis (author of books such as Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair Game and The Big Short: Inside the Doomsday Machine). Michael teaches us how different objects drift at sea, Jason pitches him a book idea, Sean learns the importance of the left tackle, and Will reveals something, um, very private. Welcome to SmartLess.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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The hosts share their disdain for people who give the middle finger in pictures, with the exception of little children.
00:00 - 02:00 (02:00)
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The hosts share their disdain for people who give the middle finger in pictures, with the exception of little children.
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02:00 - 04:22 (02:22)
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The perception of salaries in professional sports can vary greatly depending on the perspective one has when looking at the numbers.
04:22 - 09:54 (05:32)
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The perception of salaries in professional sports can vary greatly depending on the perspective one has when looking at the numbers. For example, while one person may see the vast difference in salaries between players and think it unfair, another may see it as a challenge to build a successful team while staying within budget constraints.
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A discussion about the doubts of success of individuals and how they can overcome it through hard work and dedication.
09:54 - 14:05 (04:11)
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A discussion about the doubts of success of individuals and how they can overcome it through hard work and dedication.
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The speaker describes how his curiosity about the financial world stemmed from a sense of unease about the role of money in American culture, and his desire to understand the language and practices of finance.
14:05 - 17:45 (03:39)
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The speaker describes how his curiosity about the financial world stemmed from a sense of unease about the role of money in American culture, and his desire to understand the language and practices of finance.
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The host and guest discuss the social class dynamics of the finance industry, touching on topics such as inherited wealth and the impact of Ivy League education.
17:45 - 22:40 (04:54)
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The host and guest discuss the social class dynamics of the finance industry, touching on topics such as inherited wealth and the impact of Ivy League education.
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Despite the instabilities of the country's economic and political climate, corporate interests continue to dominate.
22:40 - 28:41 (06:01)
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Despite the instabilities of the country's economic and political climate, corporate interests continue to dominate. Though technology may be advancing in the stock market, the stock market remains fundamentally unpredictable.
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This podcast episode discusses whether or not it is necessary for America to re-evaluate its obsession with being number one and chasing the capitalist rush to acquire everything at the expense of well-being and overall mental health.
28:41 - 34:15 (05:34)
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This podcast episode discusses whether or not it is necessary for America to re-evaluate its obsession with being number one and chasing the capitalist rush to acquire everything at the expense of well-being and overall mental health.
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This podcast episode explores the value of expertise and how it has been overlooked in the past, particularly regarding rescuing people lost at sea.
34:15 - 42:22 (08:07)
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This podcast episode explores the value of expertise and how it has been overlooked in the past, particularly regarding rescuing people lost at sea. The hosts discuss whether individuals should focus on becoming experts in one or two areas, or if everyone is just spreading themselves too thin.
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The speaker reflects on the seeds of mismanagement in a talented team and how character-driven elements are crucial for a successful project.
42:22 - 48:11 (05:48)
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The speaker reflects on the seeds of mismanagement in a talented team and how character-driven elements are crucial for a successful project. The speaker also discusses lessons learned from team management leading up to the pandemic.
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The process of turning a book into a movie is complex and often leaves authors feeling powerless.
48:11 - 52:37 (04:26)
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The process of turning a book into a movie is complex and often leaves authors feeling powerless. While it's difficult to get people interested in pandemic-related literature, some authors have to take a backseat to the film adaptation process.
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The guest discusses the importance of expressing love and emotion when dealing with grief and tragedy.
52:37 - 1:03:07 (10:30)
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The guest discusses the importance of expressing love and emotion when dealing with grief and tragedy.
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The host discusses his observations on men with shaved legs and people who give unsolicited advice, juxtaposing their awkwardness with the personal revelation of having hair on the inside of both his shins.
1:03:10 - 1:06:54 (03:44)
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The host discusses his observations on men with shaved legs and people who give unsolicited advice, juxtaposing their awkwardness with the personal revelation of having hair on the inside of both his shins.
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The speaker is still able to maintain good muscle on their biceps.
1:06:54 - 1:07:28 (00:34)
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The speaker is still able to maintain good muscle on their biceps.