Interview: QTR's Take On The Election Results, Macroeconomics & More

This weekend I had a chat with my friend Andy Schectman, from Miles Franklin Precious Metals.

This weekend I had a chat with my friend Andy Schectman, from Miles Franklin Precious Metals.

We talked the election results, my history in the industry, the mainstream media and why the world of macroeconomics doesn’t make sense to me. Quick list of things I discuss:

• I believe universities and mainstream media push narratives that often lack substance and don't reflect real-world logic or merit.

• I'm critical of identity politics, as I've observed that emphasizing identity over merit can lead to a lack of substance in leadership and policy.

• My primary news sources are independent ones like X, Zero Hedge, etc., where I can find perspectives that aren't shaped by mainstream narratives.

• I don’t rely on any single media outlet or echo chamber, striving instead for balance and a comprehensive understanding of current events.

• My view on formal education is skeptical; I believe real-world experience, like managing a business, can sometimes offer more valuable lessons than a college degree.

• Through my journey, I've realized that in finance and life, no one is going to "save" you—you have to think critically, do your own research, and trust your judgment.

• I'm optimistic about the recent political shifts, viewing them as a potential beginning of a new "golden age" that values liberty, smaller government, and fiscal responsibility.

• Despite frustrations with the current state of the media and politics, I remain committed to open discussions and continuous learning.

• My professional path led me through different roles, from investment research to investor relations, which taught me the ins and outs of corporate finance and reporting.

• My financial education has been a mix of personal experiences, formal studies, and lessons learned the hard way, often by losing money.

• A pivotal point in my journey was recognizing the amount of fraud in financial markets, particularly through activist short-selling and exposing public company frauds.

Watch our entire interview here:

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