
The world is full of noise, distraction and now dis-information. How do we extract the truth and become better informed? Join broadcaster Ivan Yates and finance expert Dr Alan O’ Sullivan as they meet the best and brightest minds in finance, investments, economics, and geopolitics. The Most Important Thing reveals what really matters.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 6 | Founded | a month ago |
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This show centers on macroeconomics, finance, and geopolitics through in-depth conversations with leading investors, strategists, and policymakers. Episodes typically explore how global trends—such as inflation, central bank policy, currency dynamics, and de-globalization—shape asset allocation and market risk. The hosts ask practical, forward-looking questions to translate complex ideas into actionable insights for sophisticated investors, with recurring emphasis on resilience, diversification, and understanding tail risks in an uncertain world. A notable strength is the blend of high-level macro context with real-world investing frameworks, often illustrated through personal stories and concrete portfolio considerations. The format tends ... more
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