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Against the Rules with Michael Lewis
Michael Lewis on Freakonomics Radio
Feb 19, 2024
Bestselling author Michael Lewis discusses his book on Sam Bankman-Fried, the FTX fraud, and the criticism he faced. Topics include effective altruists, philanthropy strategies, family dynamics, trial insights, and the lack of empathy in the world of tycoons.
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- Michael Lewis provides deep insights into Sam Bankman-Fried's unorthodox decision-making methods.
- Controversy surrounds Michael Lewis' book 'Going Infinite' for allegedly going easy on Bankman-Fried's fraudulent activities.
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The Rise and Fall of Sam Bankman-Freed
The podcast episode delves into the story of Sam Bankman-Freed, the cryptocurrency tycoon who experienced a rapid rise and a subsequent fall. The episode explores Michael Lewis' book, 'Going Infinite,' which delves into Bankman-Freed's journey from being a cryptocurrency billionaire to facing fraud and conspiracy charges. The book and podcast discuss the controversy surrounding Lewis' portrayal of Bankman-Freed, with some arguing that Lewis went easy on him. The episode also touches on Bankman-Freed's approach to effective altruism, his lack of empathy, and the limitations of the legal system in dealing with complex financial cases.
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