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EPISODE · Jan 27, 2025 · 47 MIN

When INVESTING Becomes GAMBLING: The Rise of Risky Bets

from Andrew Yang Podcast · host Andrew Yang & Audacy

What happens when trading turns into a dangerous gamble? In this episode, Andrew and WSJ lead writer Gunjan Banerji uncover the addictive world of high-risk financial markets, options trading, and cryptocurrencies, where everyday people chase quick fortunes—but risk losing it all. Packed with shocking insights, and a deep dive into the gamification of investing, this is a must-watch for anyone curious about the high-stakes world of modern trading, the cultural pressures, and lack of regulation fueling this growing problem.Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/iQS381E7O0MFollow Andrew Yang: https://andrewyang.com | https://x.com/andrewyangFollow Gunjan Banerji: https://x.com/gunjanjs | https://www.instagram.com/gunjansb----Get 50% off Factor at https://factormeals.com/yang50Get an extra 3 months free at https://expressvpn.com/yangGet 20% off + 2 free pillows at https://helixsleep.com/yang code helixpartner20----Subscribe to the Andrew Yang Podcast:Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1508035243Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/25cFfnG3lGuypTerKDxKia

What happens when trading turns into a dangerous gamble? In this episode, Andrew and WSJ lead writer Gunjan Banerji uncover the addictive world of high-risk financial markets, options trading, and cryptocurrencies, where everyday people chase quick fortunes—but risk losing it all. Packed with shocking insights, and a deep dive into the gamification of investing, this is a must-watch for anyone curious about the high-stakes world of modern trading, the cultural pressures, and lack of regulation fueling this growing problem.Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/iQS381E7O0MFollow Andrew Yang: https://andrewyang.com | https://x.com/andrewyangFollow Gunjan Banerji: https://x.com/gunjanjs | https://www.instagram.com/gunjansb----Get 50% off Factor at https://factormeals.com/yang50Get an extra 3 months free at https://expressvpn.com/yangGet 20% off + 2 free pillows at https://helixsleep.com/yang code helixpartner20----Subscribe to the Andrew Yang Podcast:Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1508035243Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/25cFfnG3lGuypTerKDxKia

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