#62 - Investment Mistakes, the UK's Wealth Crisis, and the Exciting Future of Biotechnology with Andrew Craig
Andrew Craig returns for his second appearance on the podcast, and in this episode, we delve into why so many people make investment mistakes—or choose not to invest at all. We also explore the UK’s wealth crisis, discussing its causes and potential solutions. Andrew shares insights from his latest book Our Future Is Biotech, revealing the groundbreaking scientific advancements that could lead to healthier, longer lives.
Join us as we discuss the role of financial literacy, the biotech revolution, and the power of compounding in creating lasting personal and financial growth.
00:00 The UK's Wealth Crisis: An Overview
00:25 The Biotech Revolution: A New Era
01:06 The Cash ISA Dilemma
01:45 The Impact of Financial Journalism
03:37 The Economic Consequences of Poor Investment
06:57 The Global Wealth Disparity
13:31 The Role of Technology in Wealth Creation
19:56 The Importance of Financial Literacy
32:45 Healthy Eating Habits from Childhood
33:20 Economic Growth and Wealth Creation
34:46 Reflecting on the 1970s Economy
36:54 The Future of Biotech
47:44 Gene Editing and CRISPR Technology
52:08 The Rise of Autism and ADHD
58:45 The Complexity of Human Biology
01:04:55 Discussing Chris Hemsworth and Free Solo
01:05:09 The Importance of Visualization in Extreme Sports
01:05:43 Pushing the Frontiers of Human Capability
01:06:53 The Power of Compounding and Consistency
01:08:49 Exciting Advances in Microbiome and Bioremediation
01:10:05 The Miracles of Precision Medicine
01:12:49 The Abundance of Modern Life
01:15:40 The Importance of Reading and Continuous Learning
01:18:49 The Impact of Podcasts on Personal Growth
01:22:29 Economic Models and Government Intervention
01:26:58 Concluding Thoughts and Reflections
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Website - https://plainenglishfinance.co.uk/
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCME6xVzdcA7q_RfhRaRIkPA
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewcraigpef/?originalSubdomain=uk
Books - https://plainenglishfinance.co.uk/books
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