Dmitry Arkhangelsky, an Associate Professor at CEMFI in Madrid, shares his remarkable journey from Moscow to Madrid, intertwining anecdotes of cycling adventures and a deep-seated love for literature. He discusses his early explorations in economics, revealing the chaotic state of the field at Moscow State University. Dmitry elaborates on his innovative work in econometrics, particularly the "Synthetic Difference-in-Differences" method, showcasing the collaborative dynamics of academic research and its practical implications in policy analysis.