Best Cfalevel1 Podcasts (2025)

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Brian Pisaneschi, CFA: Demystifying AI for Smarter Investing 24:48

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CFA Institute Research and Policy Center senior investment data scientist Brian Pisaneschi, CFA, breaks down the future of AI in investing—covering retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), agentic workflows, and why human creativity remains your strongest edge. Discover how to pair large language models with accurate data to cut through noise, reduce …

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Mark Anson, CFA: Rethinking Portfolio Construction in a Globalized, Uncertain World 19:43

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At CFA Institute LIVE 2025, guest host Chris Wiese, CFA, managing director of \education at CFA Institute, sat down with Mark Anson, CFA, CEO of Commonfund, for a wide-ranging conversation on how institutional investors can adapt to today’s shifting global landscape. Drawing on leadership experience at CalPERS, British Telecom Pension Scheme, and N…

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Christopher Shipley: Navigating US Equities, Tariffs, and Global Markets in 2025 24:58

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What’s driving the curious performance of US equities in 2025—and what risks are flying under the radar? Christopher Shipley, Senior Vice President and Co-Chief Investment Officer at Fort Washington Investment Advisors, joins host Mike Wallberg, CFA, to unpack the geopolitical and economic currents shaping investor sentiment. From the muted market …

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Nerina Visser, CFA: Elevating Investment Impact Across Africa and the Middle East 13:43

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Guest host Chris Wiese, CFA, Managing Director of Education at CFA Institute, sits down with Nerina Visser, CFA, President’s Council Representative for the Middle East and Africa, during the CFA Institute LIVE 2025 conference. Their conversation spans the dynamic investment environment across the region and the evolving role of CFA Institute in sup…

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Barbara Stewart, CFA: The Smartest Things People Ever Did—Global Stories of Risk, Change, and Reward 20:16

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Barbara Stewart, CFA, returns to The Enterprising Investor to share findings from her latest Rich Thinking study, based on candid conversations with 54 people across the globe. This year’s central question—“What’s the smartest thing you ever did?”—unlocks an inspiring range of stories about personal and professional transformation. From a Singapore…

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Mark Higgins, CFA: Private Credit, Caution, and the Lessons of Financial History 17:12

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At CFA Institute LIVE 2025, returning guest Mark Higgins, CFA, sat down with guest host Lotta Moberg to explore the rise—and risks—of private credit. With a historical perspective and a sharp eye for market cycles, Mark challenges the prevailing optimism, drawing parallels to past investment booms and offering a compelling case for greater caution.…

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Andrew Ang: Value Investing and Portfolio Strategies 20:32

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Andrew Ang—former BlackRock executive, Columbia professor, and advisor to Sarawak’s sovereign wealth fund— explores the intersection of personal journey and professional insight in modern investing. From the severe value investing drawdown between 2018 and 2020 to the strategic comeback post-COVID vaccine announcements, Andrew unpacks lessons from …

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Eric Hanno, CFA: Unlocking Opportunities in a Volatile Market 25:38

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Eric Hanno, CFA, is co-head of Apollo Global Management's Apollo Aligned Alternatives (AAA) strategy. He and host Mike Wallberg, CFA, discuss the current market dynamics for semi-liquid investments amid high levels of uncertainty and volatility in public markets. Eric shares insights on consumer and business confidence trends, the impact of tariffs…

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Dan Boston: Volatility, Valuation, and the International Opportunity Set 32:37

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Dan Boston, Lead Manager of Polar Capital’s International Small Company Fund (PCSCX), shares his perspective on why international equities may be poised for a resurgence. The conversation unfolds amid sharp market volatility following President Trump’s announcement of sweeping new tariffs. With global markets down significantly, Dan and Mike explor…

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Danielle DiMartino Booth: Recession Signals, Inflation Trends, and Market Implications 27:51

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Renowned economist and former Federal Reserve advisor Danielle DiMartino Booth joins host Mike Wallberg, CFA, for a hard-hitting conversation about the real state of the U.S. economy. From the under-the-radar signs of a recession to the shifting credit landscape, Danielle unpacks why traditional metrics may be missing the mark—and what investors sh…

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Peter Zeihan: America’s Evolving Geopolitical Landscape 24:01

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Geopolitical strategist and bestselling author Peter Zeihan returns for a deep dive into the shifting global order. He and host Mike Wallberg, CFA, explore the evolving role of the US in international trade, the economic impact of demographic shifts, and how America's political landscape is reshaping its strategy on the world stage. Peter unpacks t…

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Peter Lazaroff, CFA: The Mindset and Strategies of a Long-Term Investor 47:04

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Join us for a special crossover episode of Enterprising Investor, where host Mike Wallberg, CFA, sits down with The Long Term Investor podcast’s Peter Lazaroff, CFA, for a lively and thought-provoking conversation. Together, they dive into the key influences that have shaped their investing philosophies and personal worldviews, sharing insights gle…

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Cheryll-Ann Wilson, CFA: A Workflow Analysis of Big Data in the Investment Management Process 24:06

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Senior Affiliate Researcher at CFA Institute, Cheryll-Ann Wilson, CFA, discusses the recently published CFA Institute Research & Policy Center report, “Creating Value from Big Data in the Investment Management Process: A Workflow Analysis.” Cheryll-Ann shares insights from her research, which involved a comprehensive survey and interviews with inve…

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Olivier Fines, CFA, and Mark Higgins, CFA: The Role of the U.S. Dollar as a Global Reserve Currency 32:59

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In this episode, Mike welcomes Olivier Fines, CFA, Head of Advocacy and Capital Markets Policy Research for EMEA at CFA Institute, and Mark Higgins, CFA, author of "Investing in U.S. Financial History." The discussion centers around the findings of a recent CFA Institute Research and Policy Center report titled "The Dollar's Exorbitant Privilege," …

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Amanda Voegeli, CFA: Insights from Canadian Pension Plans 26:36

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Mike Wallberg, CFA, welcomes Amanda Voegeli, CFA, President and Managing Partner of Southlea Group, to discuss the unique landscape of Canadian public sector pension plans. The conversation dives into the competitive challenges these plans face in attracting and retaining talent compared to private finance giants such as Blackstone and Goldman Sach…

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Rich Nuzum, CFA: Lessons from Top-Ranked Political Systems 29:16

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In this episode of the Enterprising Investor podcast, guest host Ryan Munson discusses the 2024 edition of the Mercer CFA Institute Global Pension Index with Mercer's Executive Director of Investments and Global Chief Investment Strategist, Rich Nuzum, CFA. Rich, who has extensive experience in providing investment advice and leading long-term savi…

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Clare Flynn Levy: Measuring Decision-Making Skill in Investing 25:41

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Founder and CEO of Essentia Analytics, Clare Flynn Levy, joins Mike Wallberg, CFA, to discuss the concept of the behavioral alpha score, a metric designed to assess an investor's decision-making skill. Drawing from her experience as an active equity fund manager, Clare explains the origins of the behavioral alpha score and its significance in the p…

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Stephen Foerster, CFA: Trailblazers, Heroes, and Crooks 26:03

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Stephen Foerster, CFA, discusses his new book, "Trailblazers Heroes and Crooks: Stories to Make You a Smarter Investor." In the book, Professor Foerster shares intriguing stories that illustrate valuable lessons for investors, drawing from diverse topics such as professional sports, fraud cases, and even wildlife encounters. The conversation kicks …

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Stephanie Baker: Punishing Putin 29:54

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Mike Wallberg welcomes senior Bloomberg writer Stephanie Baker to discuss her new book, "Punishing Putin: Inside the Global Economic War to Bring Down Russia." The book offers an in-depth analysis of the West's response to Russia's full-scale invasion in February 2022. Stephanie shares insights from her extensive reporting and how her experiences i…

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Drew Estes, CFA: Investing through an Evolutionary Lens 25:10

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Drew Estes, CFA, a portfolio manager at Banyan Capital Management, and host Mike Wallberg, CFA, discuss Drew’s thought-provoking article, "Commercial Evolution," which explores the intersection of evolutionary biology and investment strategies. He shares his disillusionment with traditional economic theories, particularly equilibrium theory, and ad…

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Jordan Doyle and Genevieve Hayman: The Rise of Index-Based Strategies 28:23

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Join as Jordan Doyle and Genevieve Hayman discuss their recent report, "Smart Beta, Direct Indexing, and Index-Based Investment Strategies." The conversation explores the historical context and substantial growth of index investing, highlighting the expansion of index ETFs, mutual funds, and smart beta ETFs. Genevieve and Jordan provide insights in…

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Cam Harvey: Forecasting Recessions 39:19

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Campbell Harvey, a professor of finance at Duke University, director of research at Research Affiliates, and author of "DeFi and the Future of Finance," is best known for identifying the link between an inverted yield curve and impending recessions—a theory that has guided financial practitioners for nearly four decades. This episode delves into hi…

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Ken Laudan: Investing in the Age of AI 25:18

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Join Mike Wallberg, CFA, and Ken Laudan, portfolio manager of Buffalo Fund's Blue Chip Growth Fund, for a thought-provoking discussion on the future of AI in investing. Ken shares his contrary view on AI's transformational potential, drawing on his extensive experience as a sell-side analyst and buy-side portfolio manager. The conversation also tou…

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Feifei Li: AI in Investment Research 25:36

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Fei-Fei Li, former Chief Investment Officer at Research Affiliates and current CIO at Kavout Algo Financial, shares insights from her extensive background in finance. She discusses her tenure at Research Affiliates, where she led research and strategy design for the firm's systematic active strategies and smart beta indices. The conversation then p…

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David Blanchett, CFA: The Role of Commodities in Portfolio Allocation 26:07

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Tune in as David Blanchett, CFA, shares insights on his latest research on investment horizons, serial correlation, and better retirement portfolios. David discusses the impact of time and inflation on optimal portfolio construction and makes a case for including commodities in portfolios. Listen now to learn more about his findings and insights in…