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An Economist Walks into a Brothel

Apr 5, 2019
Allison Schrager, an economist and journalist, dives into the intriguing world of risk in her thought-provoking discussion. She draws unexpected parallels between sex work and other professions, emphasizing the importance of understanding risk in various aspects of life. The conversation touches on personal finance, investments, and even creative industries like Hollywood. Schrager's insights challenge listeners to rethink their own strategies for managing risk, making this dialogue both enlightening and empowering.
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INSIGHT

Amazon's Advertising Growth

  • Amazon is becoming a major advertising player, rivaling Google and Facebook.
  • Product searches increasingly begin directly on Amazon, impacting Google's ad revenue.
ADVICE

Monitor Amazon's Advertising

  • Watch Amazon's advertising business closely.
  • It has the potential to become as significant as AWS.
ANECDOTE

Amazon's Advertising Parallels AWS

  • Amazon's advertising business is growing rapidly, similar to Amazon Web Services.
  • This pattern suggests significant future growth in advertising revenue.
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