This podcast episode provides a comprehensive overview of Patrick O'Shaughnessy's journey as a financial expert and the evolution of his asset management firm, O'Shaughnessy Asset Management (OSAM). It covers his early struggles, educational background, the birth of the popular podcast Invest Like the Best, the inception of Acquired, his vision of becoming a cartographer of knowledge in the business and investing world, and valuable lessons learned from podcast guests. The episode also touches on the growth of StatSig and the Seven Powers framework, the cornered resources that have contributed to OSAM's success, lessons from tech leaders, and Patrick's philosophy and goal-setting approach.