James Altucher

James Altucher

The Thing AI Lacks

30 November 2025
James Altucher sits down with bestselling author Ryan Holiday to explore the messy, human side of wisdom — the part no AI model can replicate. Their conversation dives into curiosity, pain, mistakes, and the hard-earned lessons behind every meaningful skill.

Don’t Panic. Do This Instead.

16 November 2025
If you think all is lost and the market is finished for good… don’t read this. Because what we’re about to show you challenges the doom narrative entirely. History, data, and decades of market behavior point to a very different outcome—one most investors overlook right before conditions turn. If you’d rather stay pessimistic, skip it. But if you’re willing to see what the numbers actually suggest, keep reading.

How to Become a Pawn Star

11 November 2025
Rick Harrison turned forgotten objects into opportunity and built a business on understanding the thin line between story and value. In markets, that same skill separates speculation from smart investing. Knowing what’s worth holding, and what’s just sentimental dust, is how you become a true pawn star.

The Ferrari Fallacy

27 October 2025
When Morgan Housel said he once wanted a Ferrari, a mansion, and a Rolex “because I had nothing else to offer,” it hit home. Because that’s the trap most of us fall into — mistaking money for meaning.

Your Brain Is Catfishing You

29 September 2025
Most people “settle down” — in love, in work, in investing. But what if the better path is to settle up? In this episode, Case Kenny explains why the right relationships (and the right investments) don’t shrink your life… they expand it.

How to Be Great (Without Screaming)

27 August 2025
What does one of the world’s greatest chefs have in common with successful investors? More than you think. From folding towels to carving meaning from trauma, Curtis Duffy’s story is a masterclass in what it really takes to build greatness—whether in the kitchen or in your portfolio.

If AI Fails, So Does Humanity

8 August 2025
From resumes to approval processes, we’ve been trained to wait for permission. But real freedom—and real innovation—starts when we stop asking. In this episode of The TAO Pod, we dive into Bittensor, permissionless AI, and what’s at stake if we don’t rewrite the rules.

The Next OpenAI is Tokenized

25 July 2025
Back in 1991, the internet was a blinking cursor and a few hopeful nerds. Today, a new frontier is emerging—this time, it’s AI. And Bittensor might be the decentralized revolution no one sees coming. No gatekeepers. No API keys. Just open-source intelligence with real incentives. Think: Bitcoin for AI.

How to Lose Everything and Keep Going

18 July 2025
Most people think success is about the moment you win. But former UFC champion Miesha Tate—and many investors—learned the truth the hard way: winning doesn’t fix what’s broken inside. In this issue, I share what her journey through loss, depression, and reinvention can teach us about building a stronger foundation—both in life and in the markets.

How I Learned Not to Panic

12 July 2025
When Robert Rosenkranz put 100% of his net worth on the line, he wasn’t gambling—he was thinking clearly. In my latest podcast, we explore how stoicism helped him build lasting wealth, stay calm under pressure, and avoid the panic that ruins good decisions. If you’ve ever judged yourself by outcomes instead of process, this conversation could change how you invest—and how you live.

I Blew $1,000,000 in One Week

6 July 2025
I once blew a million bucks in a week trying to impress people I didn’t even like. Meanwhile, Nomadic Matt spent just $27,000 traveling the world for 18 months—and built a life most people only dream about.

To Win, Just Don’t Die

4 July 2025
I’ve spent decades bouncing between writing, poker, investing, chess—and the quiet misery of failing at all of them. Over 2,000 rejection letters. Empty bank accounts. Eight-hour chess defeats. But through all the pain, I’ve learned something: whether you’re trading markets or taking creative risks, you have to really like yourself to keep going. Here’s why.

Rich, Powerful, and Miserable

30 June 2025
F In 1999, I thought money would solve everything. I was wrong. In my podcast with Marshall Goldsmith—the coach behind Ford and Best Buy’s epic turnarounds—we explored why achievement and happiness have nothing to do with each other. From NFL stars to CEOs, Marshall shows that success is about process, not just results. Here’s what I learned (the hard way) and why you might be chasing the wrong thing.

In the Crypto Trenches

28 June 2025
Nat Eliason watched Bitcoin’s rise from the sidelines, dipped into ICOs—and eventually dove in headfirst. At one point, his crypto holdings soared past $13 million. But in the world of digital assets, liquidity is everything. This is the cautionary tale of going all in, losing it all, and what Nat believes comes next for crypto—from AI tokens to tokenized real-world assets. Before you invest, read this.