Hernan Diaz, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of 'Trust,' dives deep into the world of finance and personal relationships. He discusses his novel's unique narrative structure, showcasing four distinct voices that provide conflicting accounts of a tycoon’s life during the Roaring Twenties. Diaz emphasizes the abstract nature of finance, intertwining it with themes of trust and ethics. He also reflects on the joys and challenges of writing, the impact of language and identity on creativity, and the struggle for literature to thrive in an age of distraction.