In this episode, AQR Capital Management co-founder Cliff Asness opens up about his path from math prodigy to one of the most influential voices in quantitative investing. Known for his sharp wit and candid opinions, Asness discusses his political views, worries about today’s polarized climate, and how AI is reshaping the future of work. He also shares hard-earned wisdom for young professionals—why passion beats trend-chasing, and the small, practical habits that drive lasting success and personal growth. The Karol Markowicz Show is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Tuesday & Thursday.

In this episode, AQR Capital Management co-founder Cliff Asness opens up about his path from math prodigy to one of the most influential voices in quantitative investing. Known for his sharp wit and candid opinions, Asness discusses his political views, worries about today&rsquo;s polarized climate, and how AI is reshaping the future of work. He also shares hard-earned wisdom for young professionals&mdash;why passion beats trend-chasing, and the small, practical habits that drive lasting success and personal growth. The Karol Markowicz Show is part of the Clay Travis &amp; Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Tuesday &amp; Thursday.

Hosted by New York Post and Fox News columnist, and co-author of the best-selling book, “Stolen Youth,” The Karol Markowicz Podcast expands on the topics that drove Karol’s most popular columns and conversations, namely, the cultural and social issues that affect us all. What's marriage really like? Why are we lied to about what it's like to have children? What does it mean to succeed in your career? In each episode, Markowicz aims to find real answers to the deep questions that really matter, while taking listener questions and welcoming some of the biggest names in news, politics and entertainment for candid conversations. Get ready to lean in and listen! Subscribe now to The Karol Markowicz Show - new episodes post every Wednesday and Friday on the iHeartRadio App, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Hosted by New York Post and Fox News columnist, and co-author of the best-selling book, &ldquo;Stolen Youth,&rdquo; The Karol Markowicz Podcast expands on the topics that drove Karol&rsquo;s most popular columns and conversations, namely, the cultural and social issues that affect us all. What's marriage really like? Why are we lied to about what it's like to have children? What does it mean to succeed in your career? In each episode, Markowicz aims to find real answers to the deep questions that really matter, while taking listener questions and welcoming some of the biggest names in news, politics and entertainment for candid conversations. Get ready to lean in and listen! Subscribe now to The Karol Markowicz Show - new episodes post every Wednesday and Friday on the iHeartRadio App, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and current events with intelligence and humor. From the border crisis, to the madness of cancel culture and far-left missteps, Clay and Buck guide listeners through the latest headlines and hot topics with fun and entertaining conversations and opinions.

The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and current events with intelligence and humor. From the border crisis, to the madness of cancel culture and far-left missteps, Clay and Buck guide listeners through the latest headlines and hot topics with fun and entertaining conversations and opinions.

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In this episode, AQR Capital Management co-founder Cliff Asness opens up about his path from math prodigy to one of the most influential voices in quantitative investing. Known for his sharp wit and candid opinions, Asness discusses his political views, worries about today’s polarized climate, and how AI is reshaping the future of work. 

The Karol Markowicz Show: Cliff Asness on Markets, Math, and Meaning

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On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol welcomes Buck Sexton for a deep dive into his new book, Manufacturing Delusion, exploring why conspiracy culture is growing, how people get pulled into false narratives, and what it takes to bring loved ones back to reality. Buck shares practical advice for navigating fractured relationships, rebuilding trust, and confronting the psychological pull of “special knowledge.”

Later, Karol sits down with Emil Pitkin to discuss his new book, The Penny Is Gone: Meditations of a Soviet Jew, a moving account of Soviet Jewish persecution, resilience, and the lessons history offers in today’s fight against anti-Semitism. Together they explore family legacy, freedom, and why preserving truth matters more than ever.

 

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol welcomes Buck Sexton for a deep dive into his new book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Manufacturing-Delusion-Brainwashing-Indoctrination-Propaganda/dp/0593716582">Manufacturing Delusion</a>, exploring why conspiracy culture is growing, how people get pulled into false narratives, and what it takes to bring loved ones back to reality. Buck shares practical advice for navigating fractured relationships, rebuilding trust, and confronting the psychological pull of &ldquo;special knowledge.&rdquo;
Later, Karol sits down with Emil Pitkin to discuss his new book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Penny-Gone-Meditations-Question-Arguments/dp/1963475925">The Penny Is Gone: Meditations of a Soviet Jew</a>, a moving account of Soviet Jewish persecution, resilience, and the lessons history offers in today&rsquo;s fight against anti-Semitism. Together they explore family legacy, freedom, and why preserving truth matters more than ever.
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Buck Sexton joins Karol Markowicz to discuss how conspiracy theories spread, why arguing with believers often fails, and how trust in institutions collapsed after COVID. Later, Emil Pitkin shares the story behind The Penny Is Gone: Meditations of a Soviet Jew, reflecting on Soviet oppression, Jewish resilience, and preserving truth for future generations

The Karol Markowicz Show: From Conspiracy Theories to Soviet Survival: Buck Sexton and Emil Pitkin on Truth & History

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On this episode of the Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with Amy Swearer, one of America’s leading voices on the Second Amendment, criminal justice reform, and mental health policy. Amy shares her journey from wanting to become a police officer to becoming a legal and policy expert shaping national conversations on gun rights, overcriminalization, and constitutional law.

They dive into the realities of gun violence, the role mental health plays in public policy, the future of Supreme Court battles over assault weapons bans, and why facts—not feelings—must guide policy decisions. Amy also opens up about marriage, ambition, and her philosophy on “strategic topography” — choosing the right hills to die on in life and politics.

On this episode of the Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with Amy Swearer, one of America&rsquo;s leading voices on the Second Amendment, criminal justice reform, and mental health policy. Amy shares her journey from wanting to become a police officer to becoming a legal and policy expert shaping national conversations on gun rights, overcriminalization, and constitutional law.
They dive into the realities of gun violence, the role mental health plays in public policy, the future of Supreme Court battles over assault weapons bans, and why facts&mdash;not feelings&mdash;must guide policy decisions. Amy also opens up about marriage, ambition, and her philosophy on &ldquo;strategic topography&rdquo; &mdash; choosing the right hills to die on in life and politics.

On this episode of the Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with Amy Swearer, one of America’s leading voices on the Second Amendment, criminal justice reform, and mental health policy. Amy shares her journey from wanting to become a police officer to becoming a legal and policy expert shaping national conversations on gun rights, overcriminalization, and constitutional law.

The Karol Markowicz Show: Amy Swearer on the Second Amendment, Mental Health, Crime Policy & Choosing the Right Battles

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On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with David Reaboi—policy expert and author of the upcoming book Viral Libels—for a deep dive into what he calls the growing crisis inside conservative media and political culture.

Reaboi argues that the rise of social media and the “podcastification” of politics has blurred the line between entertainment and reality—fueling conspiracy thinking, weakening critical reasoning, and reshaping how millions of Americans understand the world. From the influence of major podcast platforms to the normalization of once-fringe ideas, the conversation explores how we got here—and whether there’s a way back.

They also examine the role of foreign influence campaigns, the collapse of trust in institutions, and why viral misinformation may be more dangerous than ever in shaping public opinion. Can the conservative movement course-correct? Or are we entering a new era of information chaos?

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with David Reaboi&mdash;policy expert and author of the upcoming book Viral Libels&mdash;for a deep dive into what he calls the growing crisis inside conservative media and political culture.
Reaboi argues that the rise of social media and the &ldquo;podcastification&rdquo; of politics has blurred the line between entertainment and reality&mdash;fueling conspiracy thinking, weakening critical reasoning, and reshaping how millions of Americans understand the world. From the influence of major podcast platforms to the normalization of once-fringe ideas, the conversation explores how we got here&mdash;and whether there&rsquo;s a way back.
They also examine the role of foreign influence campaigns, the collapse of trust in institutions, and why viral misinformation may be more dangerous than ever in shaping public opinion. Can the conservative movement course-correct? Or are we entering a new era of information chaos?

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with David Reaboi—policy expert and author of the upcoming book Viral Libels—for a deep dive into what he calls the growing crisis inside conservative media and political culture.

The Karol Markowicz Show: The Conservative Media Crisis: Conspiracies, Social Media & the Fight for Truth

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The Karol Markowicz Show: Cliff Asness on Markets, Math, and Meaning

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