ESG (or “environmental, social, and governance”) investing has been one of the hottest financial trends in recent years. It promises something that sounds too good to be true: You can invest in a way that aligns with your moral compass, and you don’t have to sacrifice returns to do it. But…can you?
We’re joined by Alex Edmans, a professor of finance at Londo ... Show More
Nov 5
The Leisure Gap, Princess Treatment, and Other Hard Truths About "Soft Life"
There is perhaps nobody in the financial education space who knows her way around the National Bureau of Economic Research quite like Stefanie O’Connell Rodriguez. If Chapter 2 of Rich Girl Nation were sentient, it would probably sound a lot like Stefanie. Today on the show, I’m ... Show More
1h 15m
Jan 2021
Yes, You Can Invest Sustainably & Build Wealth | Sarah Bengtsson
Do you feel it? The tide is changing and that’s a good thing. You want more – you want to invest in companies focused on sustainability, doing good for the planet, companies that you believe in. Sustainable investing is the wave of the future and investing expert Sarah Bengtsson ... Show More
37m 11s
May 2023
Debate: Should I Get a Financial Advisor or Invest Myself?
<p>In this lively debate, Sim and Sonya discuss the pros and cons of hiring a financial advisor versus investing on your own. They explore factors like fees, personalised advice, and the freedom to make your own investment decisions. While financial advisors can provide expertise ... Show More
27m 28s
Apr 2021
Investing Styles: Are You Passive Or Are You Active?
We loved the narrative arc of our original 12 part series, so we’re going to try and bring that back with GSI. This is the first of our new chapters series, where we’ll be doing chapters of multiple episodes unpacking one key concept. So, the first chapter, is the #1 topic for th ... Show More
29m 22s
Sep 2020
Ethical Investing: Can You Push for Social Change with Your Money?
<p>There's no lie that Kat Von D's tattoo eyeliner is an ethical dilemma that has gripped us all, but can we push for change on a bigger scale? Will large corporations try to achieve more greener, fair, and responsible companies if investors like you and I "vote with our money"? ... Show More
21m 48s