Wall Street

Calm App Founder: From $0 To $2 Billion By Making The World Meditate: Michael Acton Smith | E117

The Diary Of A CEO

A movie that inspired Michael Acton Smith to pursue a career as a trader in an investment bank before he became an entrepreneur.

Andrew Kortina of Venmo and Fin on Technological Determinism and Work's Relationship to Dignity

Y Combinator

Used as a contrast to Silicon Valley, representing a more direct focus on making money rather than aspirational meaning.

Oliver Stone: Vladimir Putin and War in Ukraine | Lex Fridman Podcast #286

Lex Fridman

A film directed by Oliver Stone, mentioned as part of his extensive filmography.

Saifedean Ammous: Bitcoin, Anarchy, and Austrian Economics | Lex Fridman Podcast #284

Lex Fridman

Referred to as the home of financial professionals who struggle to beat inflation, even with advanced tools and expertise.

The Subtle Art Of Not Giving A F*ck: Mark Manson | E111

The Diary Of A CEO

A financial hub that many of Mark Manson's poker-playing college friends aimed to work at, influencing his brief stint in finance.

Dr. Paul Conti: How to Understand & Assess Your Mental Health | Huberman Lab Guest Series

Andrew Huberman

A movie mentioned for the scene where a character asks 'What's your number?' and the reply is 'More', illustrating insatiable desire and dopaminergic reward systems.

Tucker Carlson: State of America, leaving Fox News, Media Control, Politics, and more

All-In Podcast

Mentioned in the context of bombings during a period of social volatility in the early 20th century.

Anne Wojcicki : How to Build the Future

Y Combinator

Anne Wojcicki's initial career, where she spent 10 years learning about companies and the healthcare sector.

Geo-Strategy #3: How Empire is Destroying America

Predictive History

Represents the financial services sector and the powerful entity that has gained political influence in the US, shifting power away from workers.

E126: Big Tech blow-out, Powell’s recession warning, lab-grown meat, RFK Jr shakes up race & more

All-In Podcast

The audience whose expectations for Google's earnings call were not fully met, particularly regarding a clear AI strategy and cost-cutting measures.

Robert Greene on Reading, The Laws of Power, and Detecting Lies | Knowledge Project Podcast Archive

The Knowledge Project Podcast

Mentioned as an environment where 'The 48 Laws of Power' gained traction among people working in finance.

How to Reboot Yourself and Feel Unrushed in the New Year — Jerry Colonna | The Tim Ferriss Show

Tim Ferriss

A movie referenced for its iconic imagery of Gordon Gekko and the concept of financial ambition.

E76: Elon vs. Twitter

All-In Podcast

A 1987 film about a young stockbroker involved in insider trading. It is recommended for its insights into the financial world.

World Leading Life Coach: 3 Steps To Figuring Out ANYTHING You Want: Marie Forleo | E184

The Diary Of A CEO

The financial district in New York City where Marie Forleo worked early in her career, motivated by the potential for high income.

E104: FTX collapse with Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong + election results, macro update & more

All-In Podcast

The financial hub is referenced in discussions about market analysis, investor sentiment, and the performance of tech companies versus traditional sectors.

The Politics of Risk: A Conversation with Nate Silver (Episode #389)

Sam Harris

Part of the 'river' culture, associated with analytical risk-takers.

Tristan Harris — Fighting Skynet and Firewalling Attention | The Tim Ferriss Show

Tim Ferriss

A metaphor for the financial district of New York City, representing the investment community and its incentives.

Alex Garland: Ex Machina, Devs, Annihilation, and the Poetry of Science | Lex Fridman Podcast #77

Lex Fridman

Compared to Silicon Valley in the 1980s for its aggressive pursuit of capitalism and greed.

Graham Duncan — Talent Is the Best Asset Class | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)

Tim Ferriss

Refers to the financial district of New York City, where Graham Duncan co-founded an independent research firm.

Danae Ringelmann at Startup School SV 2014

Y Combinator

Referred to in the context of corporate finance and investment banking, and an event where Hollywood meets Wall Street.

David Yarrow on Art, Markets, Business, and Combining It All | The Tim Ferriss Show

Tim Ferriss

Oliver Stone film that influenced David Yarrow's decision to enter banking.

Ray Dalio: Principles, the Economic Machine, AI & the Arc of Life | Lex Fridman Podcast #54

Lex Fridman

The financial district of New York City and a symbol for the American financial industry, mentioned by Ray Dalio as a place he couldn't bring himself to return to after his major financial failure.

Secret History #27: Empire of Evil

Predictive History

Referred to as a center of transnational capital that financed the Bolsheviks and supported the Russian Revolution.

The President of Shopify on AI, Scaling, & High Agency | Harley Finkelstein

The Knowledge Project Podcast