The Vlad Johnson Episode

In this episode I speak to Vlad Johnson, who works in systematic futures at Eisler Capital, a hedge fund.In our conversation, Vlad and I discuss the technological gap between baseball analytics and Wall Street, how he is able to use weather data without being a weather man, whether AI can replace him and what a data provider should bear in mind about their product.In other news, I will be hosting a panel at Battle of the Quants in London next week, I look forward to seeing familiar friends there.DISCLAIMERThis podcast is an edited recording of an interview with Vlad Johnson recorded in October 2025. The views and opinions expressed in this interview are those of Vlad Johnson and Mark Fleming-Williams and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of either CFM or any of its affiliates. The information provided herein is general information only and does not constitute investment or other advice. Any statements regarding market events, future events or other similar statements constitute only subjective views, are based upon expectations or beliefs, involve inherent risks and uncertainties and should therefore not be relied on. Future evidence and actual results could differ materially from those set forth, contemplated by or underlying these statements. In light of these risks and uncertainties, there can be no assurance that these statements are or will prove to be accurate or complete in any way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.