#711
Mentioned in 72 episodes
Liar's poker
Book • 1989
Liar's Poker is a non-fiction, semi-autobiographical book that details Michael Lewis's three-year tenure at Salomon Brothers, one of Wall Street's premier investment firms in the 1980s.
The book provides a behind-the-scenes look at the culture of bond traders, highlighting the frat-boy camaraderie, killer instincts, and high-stakes games of bluffing and deception.
Lewis describes the creation and use of mortgage bonds, the excessive bonuses, and the ruthless competition among traders.
The narrative also touches on the author's disillusionment with the industry, leading to his resignation and transition into financial journalism.
The book provides a behind-the-scenes look at the culture of bond traders, highlighting the frat-boy camaraderie, killer instincts, and high-stakes games of bluffing and deception.
Lewis describes the creation and use of mortgage bonds, the excessive bonuses, and the ruthless competition among traders.
The narrative also touches on the author's disillusionment with the industry, leading to his resignation and transition into financial journalism.
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John Arnold as a book he read in 1989 that sparked his interest in working in finance in New York.
John Arnold as a book he read in 1989 that sparked his interest in working in finance in New York.
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David Rosenthal when discussing a meeting with Solomon Brothers, referencing Michael Lewis's book.
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#427: Michael Lewis — Inside the Mind of the Iconic Writer
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Michael Lewis , describing his experiences as a bond trader for Solomon Brothers.
Todd Park as a book written by Michael Lewis , describing his experiences as a bond trader for Solomon Brothers.
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