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Insightful Investor

Alex Shahidi
Industrial Real Estate
E-Commerce
Risk Management
Supply Chain Management
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Private Equity
Private Credit
Data-Driven Investing
Dimensional Fund Advisors
Real Estate Development
Market Trends
Future-Proofing
Investment Advisory
Evoke Advisors
Municipal Bonds
ETF Structures
Market Prices
Market Efficiency
Behavioral Finance

The Insightful Investor is a weekly podcast hosted by Alex Shahidi, Co-CIO of one of the nation’s leading RIAs. In a conversational, “fireside chat” format, Alex interacts with some of the world’s premier investors and business icons to share market insights rarely found elsewhere. While many investors echo common sentiments, our “insights” include concepts that we believe are counterintuitive, wi... more

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As 2025 draws to a close, we’re proud to present the year’s top 10 insights, ranked from 10 to 1. This episode features insights 10 through 6, while our final release of the year will unveil the top 5.

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Pablos is a legendary hacker, inventor, and deep‑tech investor who helped launch Blue Origin and co‑founded Intellectual Ventures Lab with Microsoft’s first CTO. He explains what responsible hacking means and explores how deep tech and AI can deliver... more

Rajiv, CIO and Founder at GQG, managing $167 billion in assets (as of 9/30/25), warns today’s AI boom echoes the dot-com bubble. From stretched valuations to unsustainable spending, he sees cracks forming beneath the surface.

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Pablos Holman
Legendary hacker, inventor, and deep tech investor
Episode: #101 - Pablos Holman: Hacking, Deep Tech & AI
Joe Davis
Global Chief Economist and Head of Investment Strategy Group at Vanguard, author of Coming Into View.
Vanguard
Episode: #99 - Joe Davis: Megatrends and the Tug-of-War Economy
Mark Sear
Co-founder and managing partner at Evoke Advisors
Evoke Advisors
Episode: #98 - Mark Sear: Industry Evolution
Paul Pagnato
Founder of Humanaut Health and advisory board member at Stanford Center on Longevity
Humanaut Health
Episode: #97 - Paul Pagnato: Inside the Longevity Revolution
Aakash Doshi
Global head of gold strategy at State Street Investment Management
State Street Investment Management
Episode: #96 - Aakash Doshi: The Strategic Case for Gold
Howard Levkowitz
A leader in private credit and alternative asset management, co-founder of Tennenbaum Capital Partners, and founder of Signal Hill Holdings.
Tennenbaum Capital Partners
Episode: #95 - Howard Levkowitz: The Past, Present, and Future of Private Credit
Gabriel Caillaux
Co-president at General Atlantic and global head of climate
General Atlantic
Episode: #94 - Gabriel Caillaux: Growth Equity in a Tech-Driven Market
Alex Ehrlich
Founder and CEO of Percapita, a company dedicated to bringing banking services to those living paycheck to paycheck.
Percapita
Episode: #93 - Alex Ehrlich: The Leadership Pyramid, Team-Centered Culture
Kipp DeVere
Co-President of Ares Management
Ares Management
Episode: #92 - Kipp deVeer: Steering Ares’ Growth in Alternatives

Host

Alex Shahidi
Co-CIO at a leading registered investment advisor, noted for his expertise in investment strategies and wealth management. He is also an author and has been recognized among elite financial advisors by Forbes and Barron's.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • Good so far

    Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Qrrvjkgxhjlkvg
    United States9 months ago
  • Awesome!

    One of my new fav shows.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Trevor Oldham
    United Statesa year ago
  • Indeed insightful

    I really like this podcast. Like Alex himself, his guests are deep thinkers, and I enjoy how Alex guides the conversation along.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    aaroniba
    United States2 years ago

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#11
Ireland/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#43
Singapore/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#47
Ireland/Business
Apple Podcasts
#111
Singapore/Business
Apple Podcasts
#225
Sweden/Business/Investing

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#98 - Mark Sear: Industry Evolution
Q: What does an exceptional advisor look like 10 years from now?
They'll likely have a strong emotional quotient alongside their intelligence, providing crucial connections with clients.
#98 - Mark Sear: Industry Evolution
Q: What do you think are the most significant changes in the investment advisory industry since you started?
The shift to a model focused on client welfare rather than sales-driven tactics, with more advisors recognizing the need for transparency.
#98 - Mark Sear: Industry Evolution
Q: What do you think are the best parts of your job?
I love developing deep relationships with clients and solving the puzzles they present to me.
#98 - Mark Sear: Industry Evolution
Q: What do you think originally sparked your passion for investing?
It began with my curiosity and competitiveness, finding excitement in discovering strategies that might be overlooked by others.
#97 - Paul Pagnato: Inside the Longevity Revolution
Q: What strategies can people implement to promote healthspan and longevity?
Focus on stress management, adequate sleep, and regular movement, as these foundational pillars are free and crucial for a long quality life.

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2. Joe Davis
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5. Aakash Doshi
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