This podcast features an interview with Jim O'Shaughnessy, author of "Two Thoughts," discussing his career trajectory from Bear Stearns to founding O'Shaughnessy Asset Management (OSAM) and O'Shaughnessy Ventures. The conversation covers his quantitative investment strategies, the creation of his book "Two Thoughts" (a collection of curated quotes), and his ventures into publishing, film, and AI-driven technologies. O'Shaughnessy emphasizes the importance of "arbitraging human nature" in investing and highlights the transformative potential of AI to enhance efficiency and creativity across various industries. A key takeaway is his belief that AI will augment human capabilities rather than replace them, particularly in creative fields. The interview concludes with advice for recent college graduates, focusing on leveraging AI tools and developing deep domain expertise.
