The Blunt Dollar

Ignacio Ramirez Moreno, CFA
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Finance doesn’t have to be boring or sugarcoated. It’s time for a show that tells it like it is. The Blunt Dollar is where real conversations meet real finance, hosted by Ignacio Ramírez Moreno, a fixed-income advisor, CFA charterholder, and LinkedIn content creator who isn’t afraid to ask the tough questions. Each episode brings candid, thought-provoking discussions with investors, traders, analysts, and market thinkers who cut through the noise and get to the truth behind money, markets, and investing.  Whether it’s exposing the myths of the financial world, exploring the hidden forces shaping markets, or breaking down the latest trends in a way that actually makes sense, The Blunt Dollar delivers raw insights, straight talk, and a touch of humor. New episodes drop every other week on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.  Want to hear a story that needs to be told? Reach out to thebluntdollar@outlook.com, and let’s make it happen.

  1. 1 hr ago

    Shelby Nicholl: How a 1960s Wall Street Legend Inspired a Modern-Day Movement

    In this episode of The Blunt Dollar, I sit down with Shelby Nicholl, founder of Muriel Consulting and The Muriel Network, and host of the Kick It Open podcast.  After 25 years climbing the ranks at Edward Jones and LPL Financial, Shelby took a major leap, leaving corporate life to empower financial advisors to break free from restrictive environments and take control of their futures. We talk about why so many advisors feel stuck, how to know when it’s time to move, and what it really means to become the fiduciary of your own life. Here’s what we get into: 📌 Shelby’s journey from Senior VP to founder and why itchy hands were her wake-up call 📌 The “Fit Test” she created to help advisors assess their career alignment 📌 The wild (and sometimes brutal) stories of breakaway advisors and firm retaliation 📌 How the Muriel Network is changing the game for women in finance 📌 Why blending analytical thinking with creativity is the superpower of the future If you’re into advisor independence, personal branding, and shaking up the finance industry, this one's for you. Oh, and if you haven't already... subscribe to The Blunt Dollar for more raw and honest finance conversations. New episodes drop every other week! Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts. And last, but not least, don't forget to follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ignacio-ramirez-moreno-cfa/ Enjoy the episode! Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. Listeners should consult a qualified financial professional before making any financial decisions.

  2. 25 Aug

    Alex Dryden: The Storytelling Strategist Who Turns Markets Into Fables

    In this episode of The Blunt Dollar, Ignacio sits down with macro strategist and researcher Alex Dryden to explore how markets really work beneath the surface. After more than a decade as a global investment strategist at JP Morgan Asset Management, Alex stepped away from Wall Street to pursue a PhD and dig deeper into the forces shaping sovereign debt, financial markets, and risk. The conversation moves from bond market structure and liquidity to storytelling in finance and the hidden biases inside the investment industry.  🧠 Alex’s journey from JP Morgan strategist to PhD researcher studying sovereign defaults, natural disasters, and the deeper drivers of financial crises 📉 Why bond market liquidity is more fragile than many investors realize and how large funds can unintentionally move markets 🌶️ The “financial fables” approach Alex uses to explain complex market dynamics through stories, metaphors, and memorable narratives 🌍 The risks most models miss including geopolitics, climate change, and the slow unraveling of globalization 📊 Why great investors are not clairvoyant forecasters but resilient thinkers who adapt to uncertainty and learn from their mistakes If you like macro investing, market structure, and thoughtful conversations about risk and decision making in finance, this one’s for you. Oh, and if you haven't already... subscribe to The Blunt Dollar for more raw and honest finance conversations. New episodes drop every other week! Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts. And last, but not least, don't forget to follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ignacio-ramirez-moreno-cfa/ Enjoy the episode! Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. Listeners should consult a qualified financial professional before making any financial decisions.

  3. 18 Aug

    Lupin Rahman: What Investors Still Get Completely Wrong About Sovereign Debt

    In this episode of The Blunt Dollar, I sit down with Lupin Rahman, a leading voice in sovereign debt and emerging markets, with over 25 years of experience spanning institutions like the IMF and World Bank to the investment world at PIMCO. We dive deep into how sovereign debt really works behind the scenes, what investors consistently misunderstand, and why today’s macro environment is changing the rules of the game.  Lupin shares her unique perspective from both policymaking and portfolio management, offering a rare look into how markets, politics, and credibility collide in real time. 💡 From IMF models to market reality 💡 Why fundamentals don’t always drive returns 💡 How sovereign debt shifted from shock absorber to risk transmitter 💡 Early warning signs of a sovereign crisis most investors miss 💡 What separates great sovereign debt investors from the rest If you like macro, fixed income, and real-world insights from inside global markets, this one's for you. Oh, and if you haven't already... subscribe to The Blunt Dollar for more raw and honest finance conversations. New episodes drop every other week! Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts. And last, but not least, don't forget to follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ignacio-ramirez-moreno-cfa/ Enjoy the episode! Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. Listeners should consult a qualified financial professional before making any financial decisions.

  4. 11 Aug

    Ben Ashby: Why Most Economists Are Wrong

    In this episode of The Blunt Dollar, I sit down with Ben Ashby, Chief Investment Officer at Anderson Rowe, CFA Charterholder, podcaster, and one of the most direct voices in UK asset management. Ben brings a rare mix of fixed income experience, macro skepticism, financial history, and contrarian thinking to a conversation about markets, risk, AI, and why the next decade may look very different from the last one.  We talk about: 💧 Why liquidity is one of the most powerful and misunderstood forces in markets 📉 How Ben thinks about being wrong, cutting losses, and protecting capital 🧠 Why traditional economics often fails to explain how markets actually behave 🏛️ What financial history can teach us about debt, populism, inflation, and regime shifts 🤖 How AI could reshape finance as a force multiplier, while also creating another potential investment bubble If you like macro, contrarian investing, financial history, risk management and brutally honest market conversations, this one’s for you. Oh, and if you haven't already... subscribe to The Blunt Dollar for more raw and honest finance conversations. New episodes drop every other week! Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts. And last, but not least, don't forget to follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ignacio-ramirez-moreno-cfa/ Enjoy the episode! Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. Listeners should consult a qualified financial professional before making any financial decisions.

  5. 4 Aug

    Saira Malik: Why the Best Investors Don’t Follow the Crowd

    In this episode of The Blunt Dollar, I sit down with Saira Malik, Chief Investment Officer at Nuveen, to talk about her unconventional path into Wall Street, what it really takes to build confidence, and why the best investors are often the ones willing to think differently.  Saira shares how she went from being told she might not make it through a four-year college to becoming CIO at one of the world’s largest investment managers, leading teams across equities, fixed income, and infrastructure. In this conversation, we cover: 💼 How rejection, resilience, and the right sponsors helped Saira break into Wall Street 📈 Why confidence is built through preparation, data, and taking small, uncomfortable steps 🧠 How diversity of thought can become a real edge in investing and leadership 🤖 What AI can and cannot do inside an investment organization 🎯 Why young professionals should stop trying to fit in and start owning what makes them different If you like honest career stories, investing lessons, and practical advice from one of the most respected voices in finance, this one’s for you. Oh, and if you haven't already... subscribe to The Blunt Dollar for more raw and honest finance conversations. New episodes drop every other week! Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts. And last, but not least, don't forget to follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ignacio-ramirez-moreno-cfa/ Enjoy the episode! Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. Listeners should consult a qualified financial professional before making any financial decisions.

  6. 28 Jul

    Michael Green: Why Markets Are More Fragile Than Anyone Wants to Admit

    Michael Green has seen markets from the inside at the highest levels, from managing capital connected to some of the biggest names in finance to building his own frameworks around how markets really function. In this episode, we go deep into the forces shaping modern markets, the unintended consequences of passive investing, and why he believes the structure of markets today may be setting the stage for a major turning point.  Michael shares the lessons learned from decades in the industry, including his time working with major institutions, navigating legal and professional setbacks, and developing the research that made him one of the most provocative voices in finance today. This conversation blends market theory, real-world experience, and philosophical reflections on capitalism, risk, and the future of investing. 🧠 How Michael went from traditional value investing to focusing on market structure and flows after the 2008 crisis 📉 Why passive investing may be reshaping markets in ways most investors don’t fully understand 💥 The story behind the XIV collapse prediction and what it revealed about fragility in modern markets 🏛️ What he learned working around figures like Peter Thiel and institutions connected to Soros 🎯 His advice to young investors on preparing for the next major market shift and building durable investing skills If you like deep market structure insights, macro thinking, and honest conversations about how markets really work, this one's for you. Oh, and if you haven't already... subscribe to The Blunt Dollar for more raw and honest finance conversations. New episodes drop every other week! Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts. And last, but not least, don't forget to follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ignacio-ramirez-moreno-cfa/ Enjoy the episode! Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. Listeners should consult a qualified financial professional before making any financial decisions.

  7. 21 Jul

    Andrew Izyumov: The AI Advisor That Could Replace Your Financial Planner

    In this episode of The Blunt Dollar, I sit down with Andrew from 8FIGURES to talk about how technology, psychology, and better education could reshape the future of investing. We explore what risk really means for everyday investors, why so many people still make costly mistakes, and how AI can act as a powerful second opinion when managing your portfolio.  This conversation goes beyond theory and dives into practical ways to think about long term investing, portfolio balance, and staying relevant in a world increasingly powered by AI.  🧠 Rethinking risk beyond volatility and focusing on real life outcomes that matter to investors 📚 Why financial education from a young age could transform the entire financial industry 🤖 How AI can serve as a second opinion to help investors avoid emotional and costly mistakes ⚖️ The importance of balancing conservative and high growth investment buckets for long term success 🚀 The future of financial advice, the role of human advisors, and why embracing AI is no longer optional If you like conversations about AI in finance, smarter portfolio design, and the future of financial advice, this one's for you. Oh, and if you haven't already... subscribe to The Blunt Dollar for more raw and honest finance conversations. New episodes drop every other week! Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts. And last, but not least, don't forget to follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ignacio-ramirez-moreno-cfa/ Enjoy the episode! Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. Listeners should consult a qualified financial professional before making any financial decisions.

  8. 14 Jul

    Vitaliy Katsenelson: The ‘Soul in the Game’ Mindset Most Investors Completely Miss

    In this episode of The Blunt Dollar, I sit down with Vitaliy Katsenelson, CEO of Investment Management Associates and author of Soul in the Game, for a wide-ranging conversation that goes far beyond traditional investing. Vitaliy is not your typical investor. He blends classical value investing with philosophy, music, writing, and deep introspection. In this conversation, we explore how stoicism, creativity, and self-awareness shape better investors and better decision makers. From managing emotions during market cycles to designing processes that protect you from yourself, Vitaliy shares lessons built over decades of experience and reflection. This episode is as much about life as it is about investing. Here are some of the key topics we cover: 🧠 Why writing sharpens thinking and helps investors organize chaotic ideas into clear decisions ⚖️ How stoic philosophy and the dichotomy of control help investors handle uncertainty, setbacks, and market volatility 🎯 The importance of process over ego and how position sizing, discipline, and humility protect long term results 🎵 What classical music, creativity, and curiosity teach about pattern recognition, patience, and lifelong learning 🤖 How to use AI as a thinking partner without falling into cognitive debt or outsourcing your critical thinking If you like conversations about investing psychology, philosophy, decision making, and building long term conviction, this one's for you. Oh, and if you haven't already... subscribe to The Blunt Dollar for more raw and honest finance conversations. New episodes drop every other week! Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts. And last, but not least, don't forget to follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ignacio-ramirez-moreno-cfa/ Enjoy the episode! Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. Listeners should consult a qualified financial professional before making any financial decisions.

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Finance doesn’t have to be boring or sugarcoated. It’s time for a show that tells it like it is. The Blunt Dollar is where real conversations meet real finance, hosted by Ignacio Ramírez Moreno, a fixed-income advisor, CFA charterholder, and LinkedIn content creator who isn’t afraid to ask the tough questions. Each episode brings candid, thought-provoking discussions with investors, traders, analysts, and market thinkers who cut through the noise and get to the truth behind money, markets, and investing.  Whether it’s exposing the myths of the financial world, exploring the hidden forces shaping markets, or breaking down the latest trends in a way that actually makes sense, The Blunt Dollar delivers raw insights, straight talk, and a touch of humor. New episodes drop every other week on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.  Want to hear a story that needs to be told? Reach out to thebluntdollar@outlook.com, and let’s make it happen.

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  • Creator
    Ignacio Ramirez Moreno, CFA
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    81
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