Epsilon Theory Podcast The Intentional Investor #24: Ben Hunt
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Mar 4, 2025 Ben Hunt, author and financial analyst, returns with profound insights on the evolution of his philosophical journey at Epsilon Theory. He reflects on his childhood experiences with religion and storytelling, emphasizing their impact on personal narratives. The conversation dives into the subversive teachings of Jesus and Socrates, navigating identity in community discourse, and the importance of patience in investing. Hunt advocates for authenticity and empathy in public conversations, encouraging listeners to embrace deeper, meaningful connections.
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Religious Upbringing
- Ben Hunt grew up in North Alabama, a religious area, but his father was not religious.
- His mother would occasionally take him and his brother to Unitarian Church Sunday school.
Childhood Religious Fears
- Hunt, worried about his family's safety due to their lack of church attendance, watched religious TV shows.
- He would watch preachers like Ernest Angley on his father's Heathkit-built black and white TV.
Love for Stories
- Hunt's father frequently took him to the Birmingham Public Library, fostering a love for reading.
- He devoured myths, legends, and Bible stories, viewing them as a similar genre.
