Ever wondered what it's like to work in the high-stakes world of Wall Street in the 1980s?
Curious about the intense culture of Salomon Brothers, a powerhouse of high finance?
Want to know how a trainee like Michael Lewis navigated the cutthroat environment, learned from industry legends, and transformed from a geek to a Big Swinging Dick?
Ready to dive into a world filled with aggressive tactics, dubious deals, and astronomical profits?
Embark on this rollercoaster journey of ambition, fear, and relentless pursuit of the almighty dollar!
Ever wondered what it's like to work in the high-stakes world of Wall Street in the 1980s?
Curious about the intense culture of Salomon Brothers, a powerhouse of high finance?
Want to know how a trainee like Michael Lewis navigated the cutthroat environment, learned from industry legends, and transformed from a geek to a Big Swinging Dick?
Ready to dive into a world filled with aggressive tactics, dubious deals, and astronomical profits?
Embark on this rollercoaster journey of ambition, fear, and relentless pursuit of the almighty dollar!
Key Ideas
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#1
Did John Meriwether's Audacious $10 Million Challenge Change the Face of Wall Street?
01 Jan 1970
02:52
02:52
#2
Dancing to the Relentless Rhythm: Rollercoaster Journey in Wall Street's Wild World
01 Jan 1970
03:54
03:54
#3
Could Jim Massey's Fear-Inducing Visits Shape Your Career at Salomon Brothers?
01 Jan 1970
02:43
02:43
#4
Surviving Salomon Brothers: A Tale of Perseverance and Transformation in the Brutal World of Mortgage Trading
01 Jan 1970
02:29
02:29
#5
How Did Ranieri and His Team Turn Salomon Brothers into a Wall Street Powerhouse in the 1980s Chaos?
01 Jan 1970
04:00
04:00
#6
Salomon Brothers: The Rise and Fall of a Mortgage Bond Titan
01 Jan 1970
02:34
02:34
#7
Can You Thrive in the Cutthroat World of High Finance Like Michael Lewis Did?
01 Jan 1970
03:19
03:19
#8
Surviving Salomon Brothers: The Art of War in Investment Banking
01 Jan 1970
02:30
02:30
#9
Did Michael Milken's Vendetta Spark Warren Buffett's $700 Million Rescue of Salomon Brothers?
01 Jan 1970
02:53
02:53
#10
Riding the Rollercoaster: Inside Salomon Brothers During the 1987 Stock Market Crash
01 Jan 1970
02:47
02:47
#11
Final Recap
01 Jan 1970
02:29
02:29
About Author
Michael Lewis is an American author and financial journalist well-known for his insightful and engaging books on various aspects of the financial world. One of his most famous works is "Liar's Poker," which offers a candid, humorous, and critical look at the excesses of Wall Street in the 1980s, based on Lewis's own experiences as a bond salesman at Salomon Brothers. His writing style combines detailed analysis with compelling storytelling, making complex financial concepts accessible to a broad audience. Lewis's work often explores themes of risk, opportunity, and the human elements behind financial markets.
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