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Conversations with leading thinkers on trading, betting, and risk. Formerly the Build to Last Podcast. Hosted by Ethan Kho. Produced by Patrick Kho.

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In this episode, hedge fund manager Alix returns to Odds on Open to tackle what he calls the most important problem facing young investors today: the complete loss of analog training skills that created the greatest investors of previous generations.... more

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In November 2025, I hosted a fireside chat at Columbia University with Deepak Gurnani, founder of Versor Investments, a $1.4 billion [1] quantitative hedge fund based in New York with offices in New York and Mumbai. Deepak spent two decades at Invest... more

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Ethan Kho interviews David Orr, a former professional poker player turned hedge fund manager. They discuss David's journey from poker to founding Militia Capital, his investment philosophy, and the lessons learned from both industries. David shares i... more

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Kris Abdelmessih
Former trader at SIG and founder of Moontower, a popular newsletter on options and volatility trading.
Moontower
Episode: Why SIG Tells Traders Not to Hedge! - Ex-SIG Trader and Moontower Founder, Kris Abdelmessih
Todd Simkin
Head of the insurance business at Rivers Edge, subsidiary of SIG and veteran in trader education
SIG
Episode: SIG Director: How Susquehanna Trains Top Traders with Poker
Daniel Xystus
Founder and CIO of Dax Advisors, former director of quant strategy at AIA
Dax Advisors
Episode: Ex-AIA Quant Director: Every Hedge Fund That Fails Makes THIS Mistake
Nishant Gurnani
Partner at Versor
Versor
Episode: Partners at Versor Reveal Their Quant Strategies Managing $1.4 Billion
DeWayne Louis
Partner at Versor
Versor
Episode: Partners at Versor Reveal Their Quant Strategies Managing $1.4 Billion
Doug Garber
CIO and managing partner at Westport Alpha Group, formerly an analyst at Citadel and a senior portfolio manager at Millennium.
Westport Alpha Group
Episode: Ex- Citadel Analyst and Millennium PM: What It’s Like Inside Both Hedge Funds
Cory Paddock
Founder and CEO of the energy trading firm GBE
GBE
Episode: GBE Founder Cory Paddock: Great Traders Know When a Regime Change Is Coming
Jason Hsu
Co-founder of Research Affiliates and founder of Rayliant, an expert in systematic investing and Smart Beta strategies.
Rayliant
Episode: 159 Billion-Dollar Quant Investor: Stop Only Investing in the S&P500
Renee Yao
Founder and CIO of Neo Ivy Capital, a quant hedge fund specializing in AI trading strategies.
Neo Ivy Capital
Episode: She Left Citadel and Built a BILLION-DOLLAR Hedge Fund

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Ethan Kho
Host of the series, engaging in conversations with industry experts on trading and risk management topics.

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How I Built a 1.4-Billion-Dollar Quant Fund - Deepak Gurnani on Founding Versor Investments
Q: What advice would you give to someone who wants to start a quant fund?
Have a clear value proposition, understand the business, and what makes your product unique.
This Ex-Poker Pro Built a Hedge Fund by Betting Against Beta – David Orr on Asymmetric Bets
Q: What advice would you give to students who want to get into this game?
If you want to perform well, just focus on that. If you want to focus on marketing, focus on that.
This Ex-Poker Pro Built a Hedge Fund by Betting Against Beta – David Orr on Asymmetric Bets
Q: What advice would you give to someone looking to make a very unorthodox career transition?
You need to block everybody else out and try to think through what can I figure out that's unique to my own talent set.
SIG Director: How Susquehanna Trains Top Traders with Poker
Q: How do you ensure a culture of meritocracy at SIG?
We focus on a flat structure where contributions can come from anyone, and individuals are encouraged to take on responsibilities based on their skills rather than titles.
SIG Director: How Susquehanna Trains Top Traders with Poker
Q: What traits do you look for that cannot be trained?
We seek candidates who demonstrate humility, openness to feedback, and a willingness to engage in constructive discussions about trading ideas.

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This series features insightful conversations with influential figures in the realms of trading, betting, and risk management. Each episode offers expert insights, allowing listeners to glean valuable knowledge from industry leaders who share their journeys and strategies in navigating financial markets. The discussions often emphasize innovative thinking, the integration of technology in trading, and the psychological aspects of risk-taking, which are vital for anyone looking to succeed in these competitive fields. The unique blend of perspectives from guests, who often come from diverse backgrounds in finance and trading, makes the content particularly engaging for those interested in how theoretical concepts translate into practical appl... more

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