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S&P 6,000, Elon wins, replacing gensler, remembering Mac McQuown with Robin Wigglesworth

The Compound and Friends

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Honoring John Mack McQuown: The Pioneer of Index Investing

This chapter features a tribute to John Mack McQuown, a key figure in the development of index investing, highlighting his significant contributions and the evolution of passive investment strategies. The hosts, joined by Robin Wigglesworth, explore McQuown's journey from farm boy to finance innovator, discussing the collaborative nature of financial ideas and execution. The conversation provides historical insights into the challenges of implementing index funds and the shift towards efficient market strategies in the late 1960s.

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