Simon Evan-Cook: Why AI Won’t Kill Great Investors (But Will Expose the Weak)

In this episode of The Blunt Dollar, I sit down with Simon Evan-Cook from Downing Fund Managers for a deep and refreshingly honest conversation about what investing really looks like in practice.Simon brings a unique engineering mindset to markets, challenging the industry’s obsession with precision, models, and certainty. We unpack how real investors navigate uncertainty, learn from mistakes, and build systems that actually work in the real world, not just on paper. Here’s what we cover:💡 Why most investors fail not because of bad ideas but because of bad timing and behavior.🧠 The power of thinking like an engineer and building investment systems that solve real problems.📉 How to run honest post mortems and actually learn from mistakes instead of rewriting history.🤖 Where AI helps and where human intuition still has an edge in investing.🔥 The underrated trait Simon calls “bellicious” and why it matters more than intelligence.If you like practical investing insights, honest reflections from practitioners, and conversations that challenge conventional finance thinking, this one’s for you.Oh, and if you haven't already... subscribe to The Blunt Dollar for more raw and honest finance conversations.New episodes drop every other week! Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts.And last, but not least, don't forget to follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ignacio-ramirez-moreno-cfa/Enjoy the episode!Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. Listeners should consult a qualified financial professional before making any financial decisions.