Using AI to Find Investing Stories with Perscient Co-Founder Ben Hunt

Barry speaks with Ben Hunt is president and co-founder of Perscient, an AI research firm and software company that pioneered the use of language models and unstructured data analysis for investment strategies. They discussed how emerging narratives move a market, and how AI has revolutionized Perscient's computing power. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this fan favorite episode of "At The Money", Barry speaks with Cass Sunstein, professor at Harvard Law School and co-author of the book, “Algorithmic Harm: Protecting People in the Age of Artificial Intelligence”. Previously he co-authored “Nudge” with Nobel Laureate Dick Thaler.  They discuss whether all this algorithmic impact is helping or harming people. 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 sits down with Stephanie Drescher, Apollo’s Chief Client and Product Development Officer and a member of the Firm’s Leadership Team. He and Stephanie discuss her start at JP Morgan, creating company culture, and investment decisions. They also discussed how Apollo manages performance and balance sheets. They also discuss the increased interest in private markets for investor portfolios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are important issues that all investors face when it comes to managing their taxes: more than just capital gains, there is also asset location, tax-qualified accounts, income timing, loss use, and much more. And, in 2025, many of the rules have changed! Bill Artzerounian is Director of Tax Services at Ritholtz Wealth Management, where he focuses on the very specific steps investors can take to better manage their taxes. 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 sits down with Jay Leno at the Audrain Newport Concours & Motor Week. They discuss the future of late night comedy after The Late Show with Stephen Colbert was canceled. They also discuss Jay's classic car collection, watches, and his approach to wealth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big changes are afoot at the Securities and Exchange Commission. More IPOs, more crypto, and less enforcement are coming as the SEC becomes smaller and much more corporate-friendly. What might this mean for investors? Michelle Leder is a researcher covering corporate SEC filings; she founded the research service “Footnoted,” focusing on uncovering material information hidden in corporate SEC filings. She's the author of the book, “Financial Fine Print, Uncovering A Company's True Value.” 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 sits down with Samantha McLemore, founder and CIO of Patient Capital Management. They discussed investing in crypto, and the AI revolution. They also discussed long-term investing and the ways her firm is using AI.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where do narratives come from? Who spreads them? And how do they drive stocks and markets? If you knew the answers to those questions, there is alpha to be found Ben Hunt is founder of Perscient, a firm that studies how narratives and stories shape markets, investing, and social behavior through the lens of information theory, game theory, and unstructured data analysis. His work analyzes the language, story arcs, and viral spread of explanations in media 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 BlackRock’s Chief Product Officer and Head of Global Product Solutions Stephen Cohen. They discuss launching new investment products and the trajectory of ETFs. Stephen also discusses the crossover between public and private markets, cryptocurrency wrappers, and working with portfolio managers to develop new strategies and ideas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There is still time to make some smart moves to reduce your 2025 taxes. You have to be proactive to take advantage of the latest changes in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. But you better hurry – there is less than three weeks less in the year! Bill Artzerounian is Director of Tax Services at Ritholtz Wealth Management, where he focuses on the very specific steps investors can take to better manage their taxes. 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.