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Explore Investing, Politics & Philosophy

LEARNING PLAN

Explore Investing, Politics & Philosophy

This interdisciplinary curriculum is designed for intellectually curious individuals seeking to connect market dynamics with broader societal structures. It provides the essential tools to navigate financial markets, political landscapes, and ethical challenges with clarity and wisdom.

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2 h 57 m
12 coursesUpdated 24 days ago
The Intelligent InvestorThe Four Pillars of InvestingPsychology of money and why behavior beats math12 sources

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Each episode delivers bite-sized, high-impact lessons distilled from world-class sources — bestselling books, research papers, and expert insights. Together, they form a sophisticated yet accessible path to mastering Explore Investing, Politics & Philosophy.

What You'll Learn

  • Master fundamental investment strategies and long-term wealth-building principles.
  • Identify and overcome cognitive biases that influence financial decision-making.
  • Analyze power structures and democratic theories from classical and modern thinkers.
  • Construct a robust ethical framework to navigate complex professional and personal dilemmas.
  • Develop disciplined judgment by integrating market psychology with political philosophy.
  • Gain a holistic understanding of how governance, ethics, and economics intersect.

Master the timeless principles of intelligent investing and develop a disciplined, long-term approach to building wealth through proven strategies and fundamental analysis.

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The Intelligent Investor

Benjamin Graham's classic investment strategy guide

9 m
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The Four Pillars of Investing

Master investing through theory, history, psychology, and business insights. Build a winning portfolio with timeless principles.

6 m
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Good with MoneyThe Laws of WealthThe Laws of WealthThe Psychology of Money: Timeless lessons on wealth, greed, and happiness Paperback
27 sources
Psychology of money and why behavior beats math

Managing money feels like a math problem, but your brain treats it like an emotion. Learn how to fix financial habits by mastering your behavior.

23 m

Understand how cognitive biases and behavioral patterns drive market movements and personal financial decisions, learning to recognize and overcome psychological traps.

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Thinking, fast and slow

Insights into human decision-making and cognitive biases

8 m
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The Laws of Wealth

A psychology-driven guide to outsmarting your own investing biases and making smarter financial decisions through rule-based strategies.

9 m
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Thinking in BetsRisk SavvySuperforecastingNoise
25 sources
Probabilistic thinking and why experts get it wrong

Stop asking if a project will work and start asking for the odds. Learn how superforecasters use probability to outpredict experts and make better bets.

42 m

Explore the fundamental questions of governance, freedom, and social organization through classical and modern political thought, from Rousseau to contemporary democratic theory.

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The Social Contract

A groundbreaking philosophical treatise exploring legitimate political authority, individual freedom, and the social contract between citizens and government.

10 m
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Democracy in America

A penetrating analysis of American democracy, exploring its strengths, potential pitfalls, and enduring influence on society and politics.

9 m
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source 1source 2When Polarization Trumps Civic Virtue: Partisan Conflict and the Subversion of Democracy by IncumbentsDemocratic Backsliding and Endogenous Polarization
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How Incentives Kill Democracy (Not Bad People)

Why democracies collapse when lying, polarizing, and norm-breaking literally pay better than restraint-and how crisis periods make authoritarianism the rational choice.

26 m

Develop a robust moral framework for navigating complex decisions in investing, politics, and life by examining competing ethical systems and their practical applications.

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The Fundamentals of Ethics

Moral philosophy demystified: powerful frameworks for life's toughest questions.

9 m
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A conflict of visions

Rival worldviews decoded: why political enemies can't understand each other.

9 m
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source 1A Matter of Values: On the Link Between Economic Performance and Schwartz Human ValuesBeyond selfishness: the interaction of income and human values in shaping Europeans' ideologysource 4
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How Your Values Shape Economic Policy Choices

Discover why economic policy isn't about rational self-interest-it's about competing values and visions of society. Explore fascinating research on how our deepest beliefs drive everything from tax preferences to climate action.

17 m

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Explore Mind, Culture, History & Finance

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Explore Mind, Culture, History & Finance

This interdisciplinary curriculum bridges the gap between internal cognitive processes and the external forces of history and economics. It is designed for lifelong learners seeking to understand the complex systems that govern both their individual minds and the global financial landscape.

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Explore Science, Finance, Tech & Human Nature

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Explore Science, Finance, Tech & Human Nature

This interdisciplinary curriculum is designed for lifelong learners looking to bridge the gap between hard science, financial markets, and emerging technology. It provides a comprehensive framework for anyone seeking to understand the psychological and technical forces shaping our modern world.

3 h 29 m4 Sections
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Invest, Market, Health, History & Politics

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Invest, Market, Health, History & Politics

This interdisciplinary plan bridges the gap between personal prosperity and global understanding, offering a holistic approach to modern life. It is ideal for curious minds seeking to master their finances and health while gaining a sophisticated perspective on the political and economic forces shaping our world.

2 h 45 m4 Sections
Study Philosophy, Finance & History

Study Philosophy, Finance & History

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Study Philosophy, Finance & History

This multidisciplinary curriculum is designed for lifelong learners and professionals seeking to understand the interconnected forces that shape our world. By bridging the gap between abstract thought and practical markets, it provides the holistic perspective necessary to navigate today's complex global landscape.

2 h 34 m4 Sections
Explore Tech, Business, Mind & Society

Explore Tech, Business, Mind & Society

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Explore Tech, Business, Mind & Society

This interdisciplinary curriculum is designed for curious minds seeking to understand the interconnected systems of the modern world. It is ideal for aspiring leaders and lifelong learners who want to bridge the gap between technological innovation, business strategy, and human psychology.

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