Have some down time over the Christmas break? The Wilson Asset Management investment team share some thought-provoking novels and podcasts to explore over the holiday period.
WAM Leaders Senior Investment Analyst Anna Milne:
- Stolen Focus by Johann Hari: Explores the impact of smartphones on attention spans and encourages readers to rethink their tech habits.
- Daring to Drive by Manal Al-Sharif: A compelling memoir of a Saudi woman who ignited a movement for women’s right to drive, offering insights into Saudi culture.
WAM Global Portfolio Manager Nick Healy:
- Caesars Palace Coup by Sujeet Indap and Max Frumes: The gripping story of the 2015 bankruptcy battle for Caesars Entertainment.
- Acquired: Open-source discussions on technology, markets, investing, and capitalism.
WAM Global Senior Investment Analyst William Liu:
- Trillion Dollar Coach by Eric Schmidt, Jonathan Rosenberg, and Alan Eagle: Chronicles the mentorship of Bill Campbell, a guiding force for leaders at companies like Google and Apple.
Senior Investment Dealer Cooper Rogers:
- The Power of Geography by Tim Marshall: Explores geopolitics through ten maps that shape our future.
- The World for Sale by Javier Blas and Jack Farchy: A fascinating look at the commodity traders who supply the world with essential resources.
Investment Specialist Eddie Stevens:
- The Price of Time by Edward Chancellor: A comprehensive history of interest rates and their profound global implications.
WAM Global Lead Portfolio Manager Catriona Burns:
- Money Men by Dan McCrum: Unravels the Wirecard scandal, a gripping tale of fraud, espionage, and corporate downfall.
- Hillbilly Elegy by J.D. Vance: A memoir offering insights into middle America’s struggles, written by the man set to become the next U.S. Vice President.
WAM Leaders Investment Analyst Hailey Kim:
- Red Notice by Bill Browder: A thrilling autobiography detailing the author’s clash with Russian authorities, blending finance and political intrigue.
Investment Dealer Will Thompson:
- Ready, Fire, Aim by Michael Masterson: The story of how New Zealand’s Mainfreight business rose to success.
- Endurance by Alfred Lansing: The extraordinary account of Ernest Shackleton’s Antarctic expedition—a gripping holiday read.
- American Kingpin by Nick Bilton: The riveting pursuit of Silk Road’s founder, with timely reflections as a pardon for him is under consideration.
