Today’s guest is Herb Greenberg, a veteran financial journalist and skeptical market commentator.

In today’s episode, Herb talks about the evolution of markets during his career, finding and following frauds like Herbalife, and advice for those starting in markets.

(1:05) Introducing Herb Greenberg

(1:29) Herb's early career

(7:10) Market structure changes during his career

(11:46) Herb's five simple lessons and their modern interpretations

(17:58) The role of short sellers

(23:00) Herb's investigation into Herbalife

(41:17) Herb's contrarian investment beliefs

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