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Slate Magazine | Money Talks: Risky Business by Felix Salmon

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In this Slate Money episode titled “Money Talks: Risk‑Maxxing,” host Felix Salmon sits down with futurist Scott Smith, who explains his theory of “risk‑maxxing” and why risk is increasing across economics, politics, and other spheres at this moment in history. Smith breaks down the factors driving heightened uncertainty and the implications for markets and society, while the episode notes that listeners can join Slate Plus for ad‑free access and additional content.

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Money Talks: Risky Business

Futurist Scott Smith explains the phenomenon he calls “risk-maxxing.”

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Slate Magazine | Can Google Keep This Up? by Emily Peck, Felix Salmon, and Elizabeth Spiers

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Google’s parent company Alphabet announced a staggering $110 billion in first‑quarter revenue, driven largely by the AI boom, prompting hosts Felix Salmon, Elizabeth Spiers and Emily Peck to dissect the surprising earnings report and question whether it signals sustainable growth in the ever‑changing information economy. The episode also delves into Bill Ackman’s ill‑fated attempt to launch a closed‑end fund IPO, critiques his prospects compared to Warren Buffett, and examines the quirky side of corporate branding and retreats—highlighting Palantir’s fashionable chore coat and Plex’s disastrous Survivor‑themed getaway.

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Can Google Keep This Up?

Google’s parent company's first-quarter earnings blew everyone out of the water. But it’s unclear if the huge increase in revenue will stay consistent.

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