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Mar 2022
54m 30s

Economic Cycles, Investing in Education,...

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Ray Dalio, founder and co-chief investment officer of Bridgewater Associates, joins Scott to discuss his latest book, “Principles for Dealing with the Changing World Order: Why Nations Succeed and Fail.” Ray also shares his thoughts on where political leaders should focus their attention, as well as how he has dealt with profound loss. 

Scott opens with his thoughts on how universities need to drastically change the way they expand enrollment seats. 

Algebra of Happiness: embrace your feelings.

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