30 Jul 2026 · 1 h 30 min
Books from Ray Dalio
“Ray Dalio: I Predicted The 2008 Crash, I Know What Comes Next”
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The conversation
Ray Dalio, founder of Bridgewater Associates, discusses his macroeconomic 'big cycle' framework. The episode covers the AI bubble, why the US and UK are in decline, and the five forces driving historical cycles. Dalio advises diversification and warns that cash is a poor long-term investment.
Talking points
- AI bubble mechanics and what makes bubbles burst
- Why cash is a bad long-term investment
- The five forces behind the 'big cycle'
- US and UK decline and what comes next
- AI's impact on jobs and wealth inequality
- The 80-year economic cycle and internal conflict
- Need for adaptability and bipartisan solutions