Against the Rules with Michael Lewis Other People’s Money: Dash Riprock and the Human Piranha Revealed
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Feb 15, 2022 In this intriguing discussion, former bond salesman Scott Dorff and sharp trader Tom Bernard, known as the 'human piranha,' share their gripping experiences from Salomon Brothers. They delve into the high-pressure dynamics of the trading floor, revealing tales of gallows humor and moral dilemmas. The conversation also touches on the significant changes in finance from the vibrant past to today's machine-driven environment. With personal anecdotes, they highlight the importance of discretion and the colorful culture that defined Wall Street in the '80s and '90s.
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Red Suspenders
- Michael Lewis wore red suspenders with gold dollar signs to his job at Salomon Brothers.
- He wanted to make work fun, but it backfired because the firm was an "irony-free zone."
Revealing Identities
- Michael Lewis revisits Liar's Poker and reveals the identities of pseudonymous characters.
- He speaks with Scott Dorff (Dash Riprock) and Tom Bernard (Human Piranha).
Limited Reach
- Scott Dorff correctly predicted Liar's Poker's limited initial reach within Salomon Brothers.
- Lewis had already sold the book's rights.
