Masters in Business

Episodes

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  At the Money: Investing for Creative Types 11.11.2026 14m

   Artists need budgets, songwriters need to save for retirement and anyone who is right-brained needs to understand money too. Financial security enables creative risk. AJ Ayers is co-founder of BKFi and author of the book, "Creative Money: New Financial Rules for Artists, Innovators, and Misfits"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Providing Capital to Tech Companies: Masters In Business with Ann Berry   06.11.2026 1h 13m

  Barry speaks with Ann Berry, founder and managing partner of Threadneedle. They discuss her path from Goldman Sachs M&A and private equity to running a hospitality services company through the pandemic. They also discuss Ann's early-stage bets on AI and deepfake detection, and surveying the expanding IPO landscape.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  At The Money: How Do Financial Professionals Invest Their Own Money? 04.11.2026 23m

  Most investment authors tell you what to do with your money – but they never tell you what they do with their money. Brian Portnoy, holds a PhD from the University of Chicago and is CEO of Shaping Wealth, which helps financial advisers incorporate behavioral finance into their practices. His latest book is “How I Invest My Money,” with a foreword written by Ritholtz Wealth CEO Josh Brown. Each week, “At the Money” discusses an important topic in money management. From portfolio construction to taxes and cutting down on fees, join Barry Ritholtz to learn the best ways to put your money to work.CORRECTION: Description fixed role and title for Josh Brown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Economy of Scale: New Finance (Sponsored Content) 02.11.2026 17m

  What will define the future of fintech? Be it tokenization or stablecoins, virtual assets are growing at an astonishing rate, all as more institutional capital moves into the space. With finance increasingly being built on digital rails, some fintech hubs are already capitalizing on the shift. Hear from an enterprise blockchain company and major global virtual asset regulator, about how the technology could scale. This episode is sponsored by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The Future of Financial Advice: Masters in Business with Rich Steinmeier 30.10.2026 1h 8m

  Barry speaks with Rich Steinmeier, CEO of LPL Financial. They discuss his early career learnings at McKinsey. They also discuss LPL's $2.7 billion acquisition of Commonwealth, and the evolving relationship of AI and financial advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  At The Money: Preparing for a Career During in Age of Artificial Intelligence 29.10.2026 15m

  In the Age of AI, how should students prepare for the job market? Nitin Nohria is the former Dean of the Harvard Business School (and current Harvard professor). His new book is “The CEO: Role, Reality, and Responsibility.” He is also executive chairman of Thrive Capital, Joshua Kushner’s venture firm. Each week, “At the Money” discusses an important topic in money management. From portfolio construction to taxes and cutting down on fees, join Barry Ritholtz to learn the best ways to put your money to work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Embracing the Bond Market: Masters in Business with Robin Wigglesworth 23.10.2026 1h 24m

  Barry speaks with Robin Wigglesworth, editor of Financial Times' Alphaville blog and author of the new book 'A Fabulous Debt: The Epic Story of How Bonds Built the Modern World'. They discuss the bond market as the engine of the global economy, why the 30-year mortgage is "a miracle of the modern world," and when we should actually start worrying about US debt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  At The Money: Can Dividend Investing Give You Yield AND Growth?  21.10.2026 23m

  Investors who want to reduce risk but still maintain equity exposure may want to explore dividend equities. David Bahnsen is founder, managing partner and chief investment office of The Bahnsen Group, a national private wealth management firm. His new book is “Profit from the profit: the past, present, and future of dividend growth investing.”   Each week, “At the Money” discusses an important topic in money management. From portfolio construction to taxes and cutting down on fees, join Barry Ritholtz to learn the best ways to put your money to work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Financing In The AI Boom: Masters in Business with Bob Michele 16.10.2026 1h 11m

  Barry speaks with Bob Michele, CIO and Head of Global Fixed Income, Currency, and Commodities at JPMorgan. They discuss Bob's unconventional start at the University of Pennsylvania, the differences between the science of bonds and the art of equities, and whether the US is heading toward a recession.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  At The Money: Is Technology Price Gouging Consumers? 14.10.2026 25m

  Lots of forces are driving prices higher. But what about Artificial Intelligence, Algos, Surveillance Capitalism, and other technologies we all use every day? Might they be sending prices higher? Lindsay Owens is CEO of the Groundwork Collaborative, a DC-based economic think tank and author of a new bestseller, “Gouged: The End of a Fair Price—and What That Means for Your Wallet.” Each week, “At the Money” discusses an important topic in money management. From portfolio construction to taxes and cutting down on fees, join Barry Ritholtz to learn the best ways to put your money to work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Balancing Conviction and Risk: Masters in Business with Maria Vassalou 09.10.2026 1h 9m

  Barry speaks with Maria Vassalou, Head of the Pictet Research Institute. They discuss her research into global markets, and how they balance geopolitical risk. They also discuss China's growth as a technical innovator, and the risks to US debt. Finally, Barry and Maria discuss the differences between investing research and academia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  At The Money: What the Best CEOs Actually Do   07.10.2026 20m

  What are the most important parts of a CEO’s job? How much does the CEO of public companies matter to their stock’s performance? Professor Nitin Nohria was dean of the Harvard Business School (he still teaches there), and is the author of a new book “The CEO: The Role, the Reality, the Responsibility” Each week, “At the Money” discusses an important topic in money management. From portfolio construction to taxes and cutting down on fees, join Barry Ritholtz to learn the best ways to put your money to work.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Using Decision Science in Investing: Masters in Business with Omar Aguilar 02.10.2026 1h 5m

  Barry speaks with Omar Aguilar, CEO and CIO of Schwab Asset Management. They discuss his time at Financial Engines, where he worked under Nobel laureate William Sharpe before joining Schwab Asset Management in 2011. They discuss how his doctorate in decision sciences helps him build trust with clients and push them toward their goals. They also discuss how he built Schwab Asset Management to over a trillion dollars and how he is using his background to help navigate his clients through the current state of the markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  At the Money: The Data Behind America's Wealthy 30.09.2026 13m

  In this episode of 'At the Money,' Barry speaks with Owen Zidar and Eric Zwick about the data behind America's wealthiest people.   Owen Zidar is professor of Economics and Public Affairs at Princeton, and Eric Zwick is professor of Economics and Finance at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. They are the authors of a new book The Everywhere Millionaire: Who Is Really Rich in America and How They Got There.”     Each week, “At the Money” discusses an important topic in money management. From portfolio construction to taxes and cutting down on fees, join Barry Ritholtz to learn the best ways to put your money to work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Investing In The Great Wealth Transfer: Masters in Business with Adam Frank 25.09.2026 1h 10m

  Barry speaks with Adam Frank, Managing Director and Head of Wealth Planning and Advice at J.P. Morgan Wealth Management. They discuss his time at Bear Stearns as the company was acquired by J.P. Morgan Chase, as well as his start in law before pivoting to wealth planning. They discuss building trust with clients to help them with diversification, as well as providing tax advice to help them save their money. They also discuss J.P. Morgan's new program for athletes, the J.P. Morgan Chase Athlete Council, which helps athletes, from student to pro, create and keep their wealth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  At The Money: Who Is Wealthy in America, and How Did They Get Rich? 23.09.2026 25m

  We know America is a rich nation, but do you know exactly how rich? And who holds all of that wealth? Owen Zidar is professor of Economics and Public Affairs at Princeton, and Eric Zwick is professor of Economics and Finance at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. They are the authors of a new book The Everywhere Millionaire: Who Is Really Rich in America and How They Got There.”  Each week, “At the Money” discusses an important topic in money management. From portfolio construction to taxes and cutting down on fees, join Barry Ritholtz to learn the best ways to put your money to work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Investing for the AI Boom: Masters in Business with Glen Kacher 18.09.2026 1h 10m

  Barry speaks with Glen Kacher, Managing Director and CIO of Light Street Capital. They discuss his tenure at Integral Capital Partners, as well as his start at Tiger Management under founder Julian Robertson. They discuss being a hedge fund surrounded by venture capital in Silicon Valley, as well as learning to embrace the speed of tech. They also discuss the polarization of data centers and what AI will look like five years from now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  At The Money: Should You Invest in Companies Led by Founders? 16.09.2026 15m

  The Founders Fund by Peter Thiel has over $20 billion in assets and strong returns -- but you have no access to it. How can ordinary investors access funds of companies led by founders? Enter the Founders 100 ETF (FFF). Michael Monahan is a partner and portfolio manager of the Founders 100 ETF. He's been a Wall Street analyst, a private market investor, a tech startup CEO, and a public equity portfolio manager. Each week, “At the Money” discusses an important topic in money management. From portfolio construction to taxes and cutting down on fees, join Barry Ritholtz to learn the best ways to put your money to work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Finding Stability in Investing: Masters in Business with Seth Bernstein 11.09.2026 59m

  Barry speaks with Seth Bernstein, Chief Executive Officer of AllianceBernstein. They discuss his tenure at JPMorgan Chase where he was managing director and global head of Managed Solutions & Strategy at J.P. Morgan Asset Management. They also discuss understanding the private credit industry and the future of mutual funds as ETFs grow in popularity. Plus, Seth shares his thoughts on the importance of in-person collaboration, as well as how to invest for retirement.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  At The Money: Considering a Career Change? How About FINFLUENCER? 09.09.2026 30m

  Ever think of a career change? Have you thought about becoming a “finfluencer” on TikTok, Insta, or YouTube? It could be both interesting AND lucrative. Tyler Gardner is a former financial adviser and portfolio manager who pivoted to a financial-media business, reaching more than six million followers.  His book “Real Wealth: Make Money Work for You” arrives Dec 1, 2026. Each week, “At the Money” discusses an important topic in money management. From portfolio construction to taxes and cutting down on fees, join Barry Ritholtz to learn the best ways to put your money to work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.