The Story of Money: Financial Times Podcast Series Overview
This article outlines recent episodes of the Financial Times' podcast, 'The Story of Money,' covering a diverse range of financial and economic topics from late 2025 to April 2026. Key narratives include the legal collapse of Indian ed-tech giant Byju’s, the evolving dynamics of private credit markets, and the disruptive impact of lab-grown diamonds on the traditional jewelry industry. The series also explores the intensifying competition between Wall Street banks and cryptocurrency firms, as well as the geopolitical implications of hedge fund investments in Venezuela’s Citgo. Other significant discussions feature the potential policy shifts at the Federal Reserve under Kevin Warsh, Wells Fargo’s strategic return to investment banking, and the bankruptcy risks facing highly leveraged retailers like Saks Global. The podcast further examines broader economic trends, such as the effects of US immigration policies on corporate profits, the rise of Nvidia, and behavioral economics insights from Richard Thaler. Additionally, it highlights regulatory issues, including whistleblowing costs in the UK and the surge in digital scams. This collection serves as a comprehensive audio journal for finance professionals and history enthusiasts, analyzing market inflection points, corporate governance, and macroeconomic forecasts for 2026.
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The Story of Money: Financial Times Podcast Series Overview
This article outlines recent episodes of the Financial Times' podcast, 'The Story of Money,' covering a diverse range of financial and economic topics from late 2025 to April 2026. Key narratives include the legal collapse of Indian ed-tech giant Byju’s, the evolving dynamics of private credit markets, and the disruptive impact of lab-grown diamonds on the traditional jewelry industry. The series also explores the intensifying competition between Wall Street banks and cryptocurrency firms, as well as the geopolitical implications of hedge fund investments in Venezuela’s Citgo. Other significant discussions feature the potential policy shifts at the Federal Reserve under Kevin Warsh, Wells Fargo’s strategic return to investment banking, and the bankruptcy risks facing highly leveraged retailers like Saks Global. The podcast further examines broader economic trends, such as the effects of US immigration policies on corporate profits, the rise of Nvidia, and behavioral economics insights from Richard Thaler. Additionally, it highlights regulatory issues, including whistleblowing costs in the UK and the surge in digital scams. This collection serves as a comprehensive audio journal for finance professionals and history enthusiasts, analyzing market inflection points, corporate governance, and macroeconomic forecasts for 2026.
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