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The MOST Important Thing

Ivan Yates & Dr Alan O'Sullivan
United States
Gold
Iran
Finance
Investing
China
Central Banks
The Middle East Conflict
Oil
Russia
Geopolitics
Oil Prices
Global Markets
Middle East
Debt
Private Debt
Inflation
Gavekal
Russell Napier
Global Recession

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.

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Prof. Donnacha Ó Beacháin, Dublin City University is back in the concluding part of our wide-ranging and important discussion.

This WEEK on "The MOST Important Thing Podcast"...Discover how these power dynamics shape the conflict and influence global... more

Dive into the geopolitical chess game involving Putin, NATO, Ukraine, and the US. Discover how these power dynamics shape the conflict and influence global stability.   Professor Donnacha Ó Beacháin has lived in central Asia for an extended period. H... more

Most investors are caught in a trap of extrapolating trends from recent history, causing valuations to diverge from fundamentals—and leading to lower future returns. Dr. Antti Ilmanen, a leading expert in asset allocation, unpacks the surprising psyc... more

In this Market Wrap Alan brings you through the latest in the Middle East, Private Credit, the Hungarian election loss for Viktor Orban and a preview of the amazing interviews guests this week including Professor  Donnacha Ó Beacháin.

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Recent Guests

Donnacha Ó Beacháin
Professor at DCU School of Law and Government, expert in post-Soviet politics
Dublin City University
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Frances Campion
Former Morgan Stanley executive; long-time value investor
Morgan Stanley (former)
Episode: Ep 10 - From Ireland Farm to Global Investment Banking: A Remarkable Career Journey
Constantin Gurdjieff
Geopolitics analyst, BCA Research
BCA Research
Episode: Ep 9 - The New World Disorder PART TWO: Why you MUST understand GEOPOLITICS, the Balance of POWER, and the rise of Multipolarity in 2026!
Steve Keen
Professor of Economics who critiques mainstream theories and advocates for debt-aware modeling
Episode: Weekly Market Wrap - Are we sleepwalking into a Global Recession!
Constantine Gurdjieff
Geopolitical expert, professor of finance at Trinity Business School (Ireland)
Trinity College Dublin / North Colorado
Episode: Ep 8 - The New World Disorder: Why you MUST understand GEOPOLITICS, the Balance of POWER, and the rise of Multipolarity in 2026!
Steve Kean
Professor Steve Kean, voice noted for predicting financial crises in past analyses
Independent commentator
Episode: Weekly Market Wrap - The MOST important things
Rajan Rajaram
Former Indian central banker referenced as Rajam Rajaran in dialogue
Former Indian Central Banker
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Matt Gertken
Chief Geopolitical Strategist at BCA Research
BCA Research
Episode: Iranian / US War - A Geopolitical Expert responds to Trumps De-escalation tweet
David Kelly
Chief Global Strategist, JPMorgan
JPMorgan Chase
Episode: Weekly Market Wrap

Hosts

Ivan Yates
Host of The MOST Important Thing with a background in broadcasting and finance commentary; widely recognized as the program's primary host.
Alan O'Sullivan
Finance expert and co-host, frequently guiding macro conversations and portfolio discussions.

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Ep 9 - The New World Disorder PART TWO: Why you MUST understand GEOPOLITICS, the Balance of POWER, and the rise of Multipolarity in 2026!
Q: How should listeners think about the future of US-China relations and global cooperation?
The panel suggests that durable, cooperative frameworks are essential; without them, the world risks drifting into a brittle, conflict-prone multipolar order, so ongoing dialogue, credible trade agreements, and a focus on stability are crucial for investors and policymakers alike.
Ep 9 - The New World Disorder PART TWO: Why you MUST understand GEOPOLITICS, the Balance of POWER, and the rise of Multipolarity in 2026!
Q: What went wrong with US industrial policy and how might policy adapt going forward?
Both guests argue that insufficient attention to sustaining manufacturing, strategic competition with China, and overreliance on debt have hollowed out the middle class; future policy may involve a mix of tariffs, subsidies, and strategic investment to balance growth and security while maintaining global cooperation.
Ep 6 - Beyond Diversification: Insights from Sebastian Page on Finance, Leadership, and Resilience
Q: How does Sebastian view the balance between data and judgment in portfolio construction?
He advocates blending judgment with quantitative methods, using frameworks like Black-Litterman and Bayesian approaches to ensure views are consistent with assumptions, while also adjusting for current regimes and using regime-aware forecasts.
Ep 6 - Beyond Diversification: Insights from Sebastian Page on Finance, Leadership, and Resilience
Q: Is there anything that Sebastian thinks is crucial for a young graduate entering finance and markets?
Sebastian emphasizes the importance of communication, resilience, and continuous learning, noting that even highly skilled individuals must demonstrate the ability to contribute to an organization and manage stress while developing leadership skills.

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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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2. Frances Campion
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7. Rajan Rajaram
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