Economics expert Jacob Goldstein answers intriguing questions like the effects of winning the lottery, impact of Bitcoin on the economy, and the correlation vs. causation dilemma. They also ponder on how to prepare for the inevitable robot takeover of jobs.

The great Jacob Goldstein, author of Money: The True Story of a Made Up Thing, stops by to tell us two stories about the design of paper currency around the world. First, the story of the making of the Euro banknotes, the design of which was supposed to unify Europe and not rely on any one country's national heroes or monuments. Then we learn about China's early pioneering experiments in paper currency, hundreds of years before it caught on in the rest of the world. Real Fake Bridges Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes and get exclusive access to bonus content.

For the first time in more than 30 years, Michael Lewis has re-read Liar’s Poker. That experience brought up a lot of questions — especially, why is a book set in the pre-Internet Wall Street of the 1980s still relevant today? So Michael turned to Jacob Goldstein, finance reporter and host of the Pushkin show "What’s Your Problem?". They discuss how Liar’s Poker foreshadowed the ups and downs of the world we live in now.You can listen to Jacob Goldstein’s new show “What’s Your Problem?” here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-your-problem/id1602541473And you can order the new Liar’s Poker audiobook here: https://www.pushkin.fm/audiobook/liars-poker Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rebecca Finlay, CEO of Partnership on AI, discusses the critical role of ethics and openness in advancing artificial intelligence. She emphasizes the need for risk management as a guardrail in AI development. The conversation delves into the importance of collaboration among diverse stakeholders to foster accountable AI governance. They also explore the debate over open vs. closed AI models, advocating for transparency and community involvement as key to responsible innovation. Finlay highlights how interdisciplinary perspectives can drive progress toward equity and justice.

Rebecca Finlay, CEO of Partnership on AI, discusses the vital role of ethics and transparency in AI advancement. She emphasizes the importance of diverse perspectives in tackling AI challenges. The conversation dives into the balance between open and closed AI models, exploring risks and benefits. Finlay argues that clear regulations can drive innovation responsibly, using examples from the automotive sector. She also highlights the need for open-minded discussions to promote collaboration and ethical practices in AI development.