Cornelius Vanderbilt

Cornelius Vanderbilt

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American businessman and tycoon (1794–1877)

Mentioned in 7 videos
Born
May 27, 1794, Staten Island
Nationality
United States
Awards
Congressional Gold Medal, National Book Award for Nonfiction

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Sergey Nazarov: Chainlink, Smart Contracts, and Oracle Networks | Lex Fridman Podcast #181

Sergey Nazarov: Chainlink, Smart Contracts, and Oracle Networks | Lex Fridman Podcast #181

Lex Fridman

A historical figure whose biography impacted Sergey, highlighting his acumen in business, creation of monopolies, and the influence of a Supreme Court case on economic power.

Mike Maples Jr Interview | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)

Mike Maples Jr Interview | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)

Tim Ferriss

An American business magnate who built his wealth in railroads and shipping, highlighted for his immense wealth in 1870 but lacking modern amenities, illustrating the progression of quality of life.

Morgan Housel: The Wealth Secrets No One Teaches You

Morgan Housel: The Wealth Secrets No One Teaches You

The Knowledge Project Podcast

The patriarch of the Vanderbilt family, who intended to free his descendants from suffering but inadvertently made money their dictator.

Ricardo Semler Interview | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)

Ricardo Semler Interview | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)

Tim Ferriss

An American business magnate who built his wealth in railroads and shipping, cited as an example of a 'Robert Baron' who practiced monopolies and trusts that would be illegal today.

We put a multimillionaire’s portfolio into Claude (the results shocked us)

We put a multimillionaire’s portfolio into Claude (the results shocked us)

My First Million

An example of a 19th-century leader who made decisions with little transparency, contrasted with more collaborative leadership styles.

Game Theory #29:  Final Examination

Game Theory #29: Final Examination

Predictive History

Described as an 'agent' of British capital, disguised as an entrepreneur, who helped co-opt America and influence politics.

How “Financial Psychology” Pays Off Forever - Morgan Housel

How “Financial Psychology” Pays Off Forever - Morgan Housel

Chris Williamson

The patriarch of the Vanderbilt family, who amassed an immense fortune, which was subsequently squandered by his descendants.