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Against the Rules with Michael Lewis

On Background: The Political Spender America Deserves

Aug 15, 2023
29:02

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  • Sam Bankman-Fried gave $40 million in illegal political donations, catching the attention of campaign finance watchdogs.
  • The podcast explores the controversial world of campaign finance law, including dark money and the challenges in enforcing regulations.

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Summary of the Podcast Episode: Going Infinite - The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon

In this podcast episode, Michael Lewis provides an overview of his upcoming book, 'Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon'. The book focuses on the story of Sam Bankman Fried, the founder of FTX, a cryptocurrency exchange. Lewis takes readers on a journey to understand who Bankman Fried is, his motivations, and the impact of his spectacular rise and fall on the broader community. The book delves into Bankman Fried's unconventional approach to business and the consequences he faced when his actions caught up with him. 'Going Infinite' is set to be published on October 3rd, 2023.

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