Trust: The high-stakes fiction of finance and the power of the narrative (Hernan Diaz)

Who gets to tell the story of a great fortune? In his Pulitzer Prize-winning novel "Trust," Hernan Diaz takes us into the heart of 1920s Wall Street to explore the life of Andrew Bevel, a man who didn't just play the market—he bent reality to his will.In today's 5-minute briefing, we explore the dual meaning of the title.Discover why "Trust" isn't just a financial instrument, but the fragile social contract that allows power to exist. We’ll look at how the stories we tell about money are often more "real" than the money itself, and how the voices of the women behind the great "masters of the universe" have been systematically erased.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/momentum-your-daily-edge-in-leadership--6706012/support.Enjoyed this 5-minute briefing?The full, 20-minute deep dive on this book is waiting for you in our premium feed.Unlock the masterclass to get every key lesson, framework, and actionable insight.🚀 Subscribe to Momentum Premium here!