Sal Buscemi, entrepreneur and author, shares his upbringing and early experiences that shaped his career. He discusses his time at Goldman Sachs and the intense investment banking lifestyle. Sal also shares his thoughts on NFTs and crypto, expressing caution about the speculative nature of these investments. He provides insights into the current economy, including inflation and the debt crisis. Sal discusses the geopolitical and macroeconomic factors that impact the financial world, such as the reliance on oil and potential flashpoints that could cause financial destruction. The conversation covers various topics including the future of energy, the attention economy, the financialization of everything, the importance of interpersonal skills, and the impact of investments. Sal emphasizes the need for clean energy sources like nuclear power and the role of regulation in the energy industry. He also discusses the value of attention in today's media landscape and the rise of personal branding. Buscemi highlights the importance of building relationships and treating people as family in the investment industry. He shares his experiences as an entrepreneur and the challenges he faces in the competitive investment space.

Chapters

00:00 Sal Buscemi's Journey

02:26 Life at Goldman Sachs

05:51 Navigating NFTs and Crypto

09:59 Understanding the Economy

14:06 Geopolitical Factors and Financial Impact

21:35 The Future of Energy: Nuclear Power and Regulatory Challenges

23:14 The Attention Economy: The Value of Personal Branding

25:12 The Financialization of Everything: Opportunities and Conflicts

26:42 The Importance of Interpersonal Skills in the Investment Industry

29:19 The Rise of Alternative Media and the Need for Critical Evaluation

31:02 Investments with Impact: Leaving a Legacy

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