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Robert Smith

Mentioned in 11 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows

Episode Appearances

Planet Money

Planet Money · May 6, 2026

How we got free agents in baseball

Former Planet Money host; co-hosts Business History podcast; co-reported this episode

Reserve Clause in Professional SportsMonopsony Power in Labor MarketsAntitrust Law and Sports Exemptions
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How I Invest with David Weisburd

How I Invest with David Weisburd · Apr 29, 2026

E358: The Woman Behind the World's Top GP Brands | Jen Prosek

Referenced as example of GP with differentiated messaging approach to retail vs. institutional audiences

Brand building in financial servicesGP marketing strategy and differentiationRetail capital distribution channels
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The Indicator from Planet Money

The Indicator from Planet Money · Apr 27, 2026

Premium and affordable products are having a moment

Co-host conducting interviews and analyzing economic trends from Federal Reserve data

Barbell effect in consumer marketsE-commerce impact on retail pricing strategyMid-market retail brand decline
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Business History

Business History · Apr 15, 2026

Sinking the Global Economy: The Lloyds of London Story Part II

Co-host of the Business History podcast discussing Lloyd's crisis

Lloyd's of London history and structureUnlimited liability and investor riskAsbestos litigation and mass torts
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Business History

Business History · Apr 8, 2026

The Insurers Who ALWAYS Paid Out: The Lloyds of London Story Part I

Co-host of Business History podcast providing analysis and commentary on Lloyd's evolution

Marine Insurance HistoryRisk Quantification and PricingInsurance Market Structure
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CNBC's "Fast Money"

CNBC's "Fast Money" · Apr 2, 2026

Stocks Wrap Up A Volatile Week… And Playing Defense Amid The Market Swings 4/2/26

Cited as expert arguing AI expands rather than contracts software sector; highlights workflow maintenance opportunities

Iran-US Geopolitical Conflict and Strait of Hormuz Closure RiskOil Price Surge and Energy Market BifurcationSoftware Sector Weakness and AI-Driven Knowledge Worker Displacement
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One Song

One Song · Mar 5, 2026

The Cure's "Just Like Heaven"

The Cure's primary songwriter, vocalist, and only consistent member across 50-year history; subject of deep analysis

Goth music genre definition and classificationThe Cure's musical evolution across 50 years and 14 studio albumsGuitar effects pedals and their role in defining 1980s alternative sound
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Freakonomics Radio

Freakonomics Radio · Feb 4, 2026

Why Don’t Running Backs Get Paid Anymore? (Update)

Former Minnesota Vikings running back (8 seasons); now Fox Sports broadcaster; discussed physical toll and career longevity

NFL Running Back Economics and Salary DeclineSports Analytics and Performance Valuation2011 NFL Collective Bargaining Agreement Impact
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NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes

NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes · Feb 2, 2026

John Hope Bryant On Financial Literacy, Race, & Economic Power | NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes

Example of Black ownership and wealth-building; represents transition from product to owner in entertainment industry

Race as economic construct and class control mechanismFinancial literacy and wealth-building educationSelf-esteem vs. confidence gap in minority communities
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Music Saved Me Podcast

Music Saved Me Podcast · Jan 18, 2026

Music Saved Me : Hit Songwriter and Producer Sam Hollander on Crafting Chart-Topping Hits for Panic at the Disco, Weezer and Train-Replay

Influential lyricist whose work Hollander studied and drew inspiration from in high school

Songwriting craft and hit song formulaMusic as therapeutic and healing modalityCareer resilience and failure management
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Tony Mantor's : Almost Live..... Nashville

Tony Mantor's : Almost Live..... Nashville · Jan 8, 2026

Butch Vig: Producing Legends: the journey creating the 90's rock sound

The Cure frontman curating cancer benefit series at Royal Albert Hall; invited Garbage to perform in 2026 as massive influence on the band

Record Production Techniques and PhilosophyBand Dynamics and Creative Conflict Resolution90s Rock Music Production and Sound Design
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