Epsilon Theory Podcast

In this podcast, the hosts discuss the controversial "graduate certificates" offered by Harvard Extension School, the declining narrative of electric vehicles, the challenge of measuring inflation, Vivek Ramaswamy's master plan, 90s alternative music, and more. They explore the current state of EVs, the use of language to promote cartoon versions of concepts, and the evolution of alternative music in the 90s.

Claudine Gay recently resigned as President of Harvard due to allegations of plagiarism. But the story behind that is far more important than the headline itself and gets at much bigger issues within the academic world, In the episode, we dig into those details. We also discuss what the recently launched ETFs mean for the future of Bitcoin, why attacks of hedge fund managers based on the carried interest deduction are misplaced, whether a soft landing is possible and the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King.

The news about the election has been heating up recently. But it unfortunately has not revolved around the process of people voting to determine the outcome. The combination of Donald Trump's legal issues and efforts to remove him from the ballot in blue states have dominated the recent election coverage. In this episode, we tackle both of these issues and how they are playing out in narrative world. We also discuss the reporting around the recent ceremony in Iran to mark the anniversary of the death of Qasem Soleimani, why S&P 500 yearly forecasts still exist and what we can learn from Rick Rubin. We also all offer our New Year's resolutions for 2024.

It is no secret that women are underrepresented in the finance industry. That is especially true with respect to the “risk-taking” roles that people tend to associate with a career on Wall Street. While there are many reasons for that, one of the primary ones lies in the stories we have been told in the media about women in finance. In this episode, we dig into those stories, how they influence us and how they also may offer us a potential solution to the problem. We also discuss the recent college president testimony in front of congress, Joe Biden’s tweets about inflation, the amazing story of the creator of Barbie and a lot more.

Discover the secrets of Hollywood movie musicals, including the use of ghost singers. Explore examples from 'Singing in the Rain', 'The King and I', 'West Side Story', 'Gentlemen Prefer Blondes', and 'My Fair Lady'. Learn about the role of singing in animated movies and the concept of authenticity. Dive into the practice of ghostwriting and its parallels with ghost singing. Explore the cultural shift towards relatability and the drama of Hollywood awards ceremonies.

The podcast explores the concept of epigenetics, discussing how modified gene expression can be inherited across generations. It also examines the transformation of human communication and the impact of social media. The formation of the prophetic movement in the Charismatic Pentecostal Church and the influence of charismatic figures in the Christian media landscape are explored. The chapter also touches on the isolation and punishment of deviant voices in the charismatic church.

The podcast discusses the impact of Generative AI on search and discovery, the potential for a celebrity winning against the two-party system, the relationship between Generative AI and human intelligence, the limitations of search without discovery, the influence of universities on societal issues, and the utilization of generative AI in the making of a new Beatles song and documentary.

The podcast explores how memes shape narratives and information framing in society. It delves into restorationism in religious movements, false prophecies, the teachings of Dutch Sheets, the Seven Mountains Mandate, the hope for broken vessels meme, and the role of memes in shaping eschatological beliefs within the apostolic prophetic movement.

A dark world of truffle hunting unfolds, where fraud, theft, sabotage, and even murder prevail. The use of pigs and dogs in the hunt, along with the ban on pigs in Italy, is discussed. The risks truffle hunters face with dog poisoning and the regulations surrounding truffle hunting are explored. The challenges of cultivating truffles, fraud in the market, and scandals and heists in the truffle industry are also highlighted.

With the 2024 election approaching, the hosts discuss the lack of excitement in the primaries and the media's role in keeping it interesting. They also explore the impact of the recent CPI report on the stock market and the new method of calculating inflation. The podcast touches on media narratives, the power of personal archives, and the importance of reflection in constructing one's life story.