From CEO to Startups: Masters in Business with Former Vanguard CEO Bill McNabb

We know America is a rich nation, but do you know exactly how rich? And who holds all of that wealth? Each week, “At the Money” discusses an important topic in money management. From portfolio construction to taxes and cutting down on fees, join Barry Ritholtz to learn the best ways to put your money to work. Owen Zidar is professor of Economics and Public Affairs at Princeton, and Eric Zwick is professor of Economics and Finance at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. They are the authors of a new book The Everywhere Millionaire: Who Is Really Rich in America and How They Got There.”  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barry speaks with Glen Kacher, Managing Director and CIO of Light Street Capital. They discuss his tenure at Integral Capital Partners, as well as his start at Tiger Management under founder Julian Robertson. They discuss being a hedge fund surrounded by venture capital in Silicon Valley, as well as learning to embrace the speed of tech. They also discuss the polarization of data centers and what AI will look like five years from now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Founders Fund by Peter Thiel has over $20 billion in assets and strong returns -- but you have no access to it. How can ordinary investors access funds of companies led by founders? Enter the Founders 100 ETF (FFF). Michael Monahan is a partner and portfolio manager of the Founders 100 ETF. He's been a Wall Street analyst, a private market investor, a tech startup CEO, and a public equity portfolio manager. Each week, “At the Money” discusses an important topic in money management. From portfolio construction to taxes and cutting down on fees, join Barry Ritholtz to learn the best ways to put your money to work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barry speaks with Seth Bernstein, Chief Executive Officer of AllianceBernstein. They discuss his tenure at JPMorgan Chase where he was managing director and global head of Managed Solutions & Strategy at J.P. Morgan Asset Management. They also discuss understanding the private credit industry and the future of mutual funds as ETFs grow in popularity. Plus, Seth shares his thoughts on the importance of in-person collaboration, as well as how to invest for retirement.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever think of a career change? Have you thought about becoming a “finfluencer” on TikTok, Insta, or YouTube? It could be both interesting AND lucrative. Tyler Gardner is a former financial adviser and portfolio manager who pivoted to a financial-media business, reaching more than six million followers.  His book “Real Wealth: Make Money Work for You” arrives Dec 1, 2026. Each week, “At the Money” discusses an important topic in money management. From portfolio construction to taxes and cutting down on fees, join Barry Ritholtz to learn the best ways to put your money to work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bloomberg Money is a new, weekly podcast focused on YOUR money. Listen for wealth strategies, retirement tips and a personal finance insights. Join Tom Keene and Scarlet Fu for new episodes every Friday.   Listen on Apple:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bloomberg-money/id6803227140     Listen on Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/3lvzLLAZMdrxTB6y68Nb5gSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barry speaks with William "Bill" McNabb. He's former chairman and CEO of Vanguard and now sits on the board at UnitedHealth, IBM, Axiom, and Altruist. They discuss his 30+ years at Vanguard and his career after leaving the company, working in the board room and with startups in fintech and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this special, fan favorite episode, Barry speaks with Rob Arnott, founder of Research Affiliates (RAFI). They discuss how cap weighted indexes have come to dominate ETFs, and why investors should consider a strategy based on fundamental weightings, such as profits or revenue growth. Each week, “At the Money” discusses an important topic in money management. From portfolio construction to taxes and cutting down on fees, join Barry Ritholtz to learn the best ways to put your money to work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barry speaks with David Booth, founder and chairman at Dimensional Fund Advisors and author of Stay Calm. They discuss his time at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business where he was the research assistant to American economist and Nobel Laureate Eugene Fama, before leaving to start Dimensional Fund Advisors. They discuss embracing the uncertainty of the markets and the importance of staying the course. David also discusses his philanthropic history and giving back to the places that shaped him.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dividends are among the oldest and most highly regarded forms of equity investing. But in an era of mega-cap growth, should you own dividend-paying equities? David Bahnsen is founder, managing partner and chief investment office of The Bahnsen Group, a national private wealth management firm. His new book is “Profit from the profit: the past, present, and future of dividend growth investing.” Each week, “At the Money” discusses an important topic in money management. From portfolio construction to taxes and cutting down on fees, join Barry Ritholtz to learn the best ways to put your money to work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.