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Risk is one of the most misunderstood concepts in finance, yet mastering it is crucial for long-term success. Economist, Bloomberg Opinion columnist, and author Allison Schrager joins me to break down what investors consistently get wrong about risk, how to think about the U.S. national debt, and why retirement planning needs a major shift. 

 

Listen now and learn:

► The most common mistakes people make when assessing financial risk

► How to think about the national debt and what it means for investors

► The key to turning retirement savings into sustainable income

► Why global economic shifts could lead to more volatility for investors

 

(02:04) Rethinking Risk: Lessons from Hollywood, Poker, and Brothels

(06:55) The U.S. National Debt: A Growing Concern or Manageable Risk?

(12:48) Retirement, Pensions, and the Annuity Debate

(26:33) Global Trade, Tariffs, and the Shift in Economic Thinking

(30:24) The Rising Cost of Risk in a More Fragmented World

(33:08) How to Think About Risk in Your Own Finances

 

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