June 26, 2025

#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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