Untold Wealth

Devon and Vince talk about what North Korea exports, its rollercoaster history of trade with other nations, and the untold wealth they're making from one good you might not have expected. Also, Devon tries his hand at a reverse Tradle.

Bonds, yields, spreads - what they all mean? For centuries, governments all over the world have been making untold wealth off a little financial instrument call a bond. Devon and Vince unpack what bonds are, how America is coping with their bond market today, and why governments hate fiscal responsibility.

Untold Wealth is back - and in video! Today, we'll be taking a look at Brazil's history with hyperinflation during the 1980s. We speak about coups, plans to battle inflation, and so much more.

A controversial one today. Devon and Vince chat about Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) and it's impact on your Google results, egregious companies that have used parasitic SEO to make untold wealth, and how we can change search engines to handle homogenous content better. Shownotes:https://www.researchgate.net/publication/379208332_Is_Google_Getting_Worse_A_Longitudinal_Investigation_of_SEO_Spam_in_Search_Engines

In 2001, Portugal decriminalized all drugs in order curb its rampant illegal illicit substance problem. While the results were initially positive, drug use have slowly crept upwards in recent years. Devon and Vince speak about the history of this revolutionary policy, it's immediate effects, and where it is 15 years later.

In one our first episodes covering a contemporary topic, Devon and Vince chat about the startling call options purchased right before Trump rescinded his 'Liberation Day' tariffs. We chat about insider trading, Nancy Pelosi, and whether the White House is riddled with fraudsters.

Hindenburg Research, named after the tragic disaster in 1937, has wiped untold wealth off global stock markets. Devon and Vince chat about how this unique company started, their greatest cases, and why they stopped in January 2025. Are they the greatest short-sellers in the world — quite possibly.Shownotes:https://hindenburgresearch.com/

Devon and Vince (mostly Devon) answer your most pressing economics, finance, marketing, and entrepreneurship questions in this less structured episode of Untold Wealth. Life has made it difficult to record a fully researched episode of the pod this week, so we've taken a lighter approach. Hope you enjoy!

Thrift stores, Goodwill, boutique second-hand stores, whatever you want to call them, have boomed in the past few years. Why?Perhaps its the worsening economic prospects, savvy consumers, or the untold wealth that can be found amongst the trash. Devon, Vince, and special guest and thrifting connoisseur Juliet dissect the thrifting economy.

Singapore has gained untold wealth from its trade, financial sector, and oil exports... but also been run by an authoritarian government most of its sovereignty. Devon and Vince chat about how a dictator drove Singapore to success, the dichotomy of its laws, and more!Image: Wikimedia Commons

Vince and Devon discuss what the word 'economy' even means in a utopian, solarpunk world that doesn't have currency or GDP, the concept of a library economy, and if the tragedy of the commons is realistic. Can you make untold wealth in utopia? Let's find out!Shownotes:Andrewism: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vW5EVNT--DA&t=232sSrsly Wrong: https://open.spotify.com/show/00nYTMRv4QMTCuZd3KZbQ7Governing the Commons: https://archive.org/details/governingthecommons

When it comes to economies, the United States in the 20th century was an absolute powerhouse. Devon and Vince speak about how the US launched their economy to untold wealth during WW2 through production, strategic deals, and more!

In Victorian London, untold wealth could be made if you had the bravery and entrepreneurial spirit to deal with rats. Devon and Vince discuss what life was like for rat-catchers of the time, rat-fighting pits, and the most famous rat-catcher of all — Jack Black. ____Shownotes:Life and Labour of the People of London: http://pombo.free.fr/booth1897.pdfLondon Labour and the London Poor (Vol 3) by Henry Mayhew:https://www.gutenberg.org/files/57060/57060-h/57060-h.htm

Sports betting! It's the previously banned past-time that's raked in untold wealth the past few years. Devon and Vince speak about the history of sports betting, how the system is rigged against you, and why expected value is the only thing that matters._______Shownotes:Extranet Shaquille: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZvXWVztJoY

Alexander the Great! A man who has written his name in history thanks to an 11-year campaign conquering the Persian Empire. Devon and Vince discuss the untold wealth of military strategy that Alexander had used in his campaign, how he revolutionized wartime logistics, and the desert crossing had led to his downfall.Shownotes:https://archive.org/details/alexander-the-great-and-the-logistics-of-the-macedonian-army/page/n9/mode/2up

Every day, untold wealth passes from hand to hand during high-paced and affluent auctions. Devon and Vince talk about the different types of auctions in the world, the economic rules they need to have to avoid collusion, and the most lucrative auction that you've never heard of.

Devon and Vince chat about the paradoxical nature of dating apps, the types of markets dating apps love, how Tinder preys on your loneliness, and the untold wealth that they lose every time someone finds love. Show Notes: https://www.mondayeconomist.com/p/dating-apps

Everyone's complaining about how expensive things are and the untold wealth they've lost thanks to inflation. But is inflation really such an enemy, or is there a hidden friend underneath there somewhere? Devon and Vince cover some fascinating economic theories and history surrounding this hot-button topic! Links to Inflation Youtubers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_29qVqCDbWQ - This is Not Financial Advice https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QvjaO2_mNs4&t=861s - Heresy Financial

Devon and Vince discuss what impact degrees have on the game of life! Do you degree or disagree with us?

Untold wealth has been made from industries pushing customers to buy, from ratings, reviews, sales, and more! Devon and Vince break down fake reviews and the world of nudgenomics on this fantastic episode.

Devon and Vince decide on the best and worst sci-fi economies in a never before seen twist to the podcast! Find our tier list below and tell us how what you think! Tierlist - https://twitter.com/UntoldWealthPod/status/1736354709772886487

After our last episode on black markets, we decided that an entire episode should be dedicated to discovering the untold wealth reaped from illegal activities. Join Devon and Vince in learning about lesser known black markets

Devon and Vince discuss how ancient economies built their empires brick by brick, utilizing their technological prowess, advanced militaries and their ability to create historical marvels

Extra, extra, read all about it! Devon and Vince break down the seemingly untold wealth that propel newspaper businesses to be in our lives 24/7, and a few surprising news organisations we've been underestimating.

Devon and Vince try to figure out what it takes to topple a MONOPOLY! Hubris, lack of innovation or maybe even sheer size? Find out on this episode of Untold Wealth?

Devon and Vince discuss whether a cashless society would lead to an unparalleled utopia, the start of civilization's demise... or maybe just result in some monetary policy changes ;)

After a 2-week hiatus, Untold Wealth is back with a banger! Devon and Vince discuss data privacy, black market kidneys, & why firms are so adamant to know what's going on in your head.

Not Financial Advice. Devon and Vince tackle how'd they invest if they received a sudden influx of Untold Wealth - with some added flair. Chat GPT Sentiment Forecast Paper - https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4412788

Vince and Devon dissect the Untold intricacies of economic models within videogames. Resource wars, in-house economists and the trials and tribulations of game developers, we discuss it all! Show notes: 1) Eve Online job roles - https://english.eve-guides.fr/images/wtd.jpg 2) Eve Online monthly report - https://www.eveonline.com/news/view/monthly-economic-report-july-2023

The 1%, the financial elite, untold wealth... that's not us. Devon and Vince chat about why exactly you're poor and how the system is rigged against you.

Economists have brought forth theories that have created untold wealth in today's economy, but only after incredible debates and battles. Devon and Vince chat about the greatest economic debates and battles that have taken place.

Join Devon and Vince as we uncover the untold economic woes and successes of the Ice economy!

For some, untold wealth can be made with the right investment. Not these, though. No, these investments are the opposite. Devon and Vince cover investment decisions that have and are ruining lives.

Is there a reason for economics to be tied to mathematics? Devon and Vince tackle the memes, the debates and the philosophies behind this crucial question on this episode of Untold Wealth!

What does it take to keep a supply chained and not free like a hoodlum? Untold Wealth, perhaps? Devon & Vince tackle the economic topic of Supply Chains and what happens when they break down.

Economics is a game and nobody knows the rules! Devon and Vince dissect the intricacies of behavioral economics and how economic thinking has evolved throughout the ages, to uncover an Untold Wealth of information for you to enjoy!

Gold. Everyone wants it. Why? Devon and Vince discuss the history of gold, the untold wealth people have made from trading gold, and what the future of gold looks like for humanity. Not financial advice :p