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In this episode, Joe is joined by Ken Griffin, CEO & Founder of Citadel and Martina Cheung, CEO & President of S&P Global. Discussion covered Ken and Martina’s early careers, independent thinking in the era of AI, defining market ‘edge’ in 2025 and the upcoming 2026 Football World Cup hosted in North America.

In this episode, Joe is joined by Will Ahmed, CEO & Founder of Whoop and Arthur Wong, Managing Director at S&P Global Ratings. Discussion covered the evolution of healthcare, the power of wearable technology and Will’s experience with top athletes like Cristiano Ronaldo and their health journey.  

In this episode, Joe is joined by Ben Way, Group Head of Macquarie Asset Management and Andrea Quirk, Global Head of Credit Ratings at S&P Global Ratings. Discussion covered the explosion in growth of datacenters, how AI is driving demand for digital infrastructure and Ben’s view of being present in the moment throughout your career.

In this episode, Joe is joined by Andrew Schlossberg, President & CEO at Invesco, and Dan Draper, CEO at S&P Dow Jones Indices. Topics included Andrew’s journey from Invesco’s corporate training program to CEO, Dan’s perspective on the evolution of index-based investing, Andrew’s insights on AI integration in asset management, and Dan’s view on the future of the indexing business. The conversation also covered major industry trends, leadership advice for aspiring professionals, and experiences with football culture in London.

In this episode, Joe is joined by Marcie Frost, CEO of CalPERS and Martina Cheung, CEO & President of S&P Global. Topics included Marcie’s current view of the role of private assets in CalPERS portfolio, Martina’s initiative and growth areas for 2025, Marcie’s progression from typist to CEO and Martina’s memories of breaking the gavel at the New York Stock Exchange.  

In this episode, Joe is joined by John Zito, Co-President of Apollo Asset Management and Alex Birry, Global Head of Credit Research at S&P Global Ratings. Topics included views on private credit and the evolution of private markets, John’s career trajectory to Apollo, Alex on global mega trends and John’s advice for managing high performing teams.

In this episode of FI15, Joe is joined by Jon Gray, President & Chief Operating Officer at Blackstone and Doug Peterson, CEO & President of S&P Global. Discussion covered Doug’s upcoming retirement, Jon on the future of private markets and infrastructure, Doug on GenAI and Jon on his viral jogging videos on Linkedin.

This episode was recorded and published prior to Doug's retirement as CEO & President, he is now Special Advisor at S&P Global.

In this episode of FI15, Joe is joined by Richard Attias, CEO & Founder of Richard Attias & Associates and CEO of the FII Institute. Topics included the upcoming FII Institute event in Riyadh, Richard’s relationship with H.E Yasir Al-Rumayyan, how to successfully build senior relationships and Richard’s networking tips to progress your career.

In this episode of FI15, Joe is joined by Mohamed El-Erian, President of Queens' College, University of Cambridge and Sudeep Kesh, Chief Innovation Officer at S&P Global Ratings. Topics discussed included the potential impact of AI on investing and portfolio management, how Mohamed incorporates data into his views, Sudeep on AI in movies and music and Mohamed’s relationship with the Gen Z students at Queens'.

In this episode of FI15, Joe is joined by Jay Sammons, Co-Founder of SKKY Partners and Raam Ratnam, Managing Director at S&P Global Ratings. Topics included SKKY Partners investment process, Jay’s experience founding the company with Kim Kardashian, staying on top of consumer culture and Raam’s takeaways from his career as an accountant.

In this episode of FI15, Joe is joined by Sebastien Page, Chief Investment Officer at T Rowe Price and Alexandra Dimitrijevic, Global Head of Analytical Research & Development at S&P Global Ratings. Topics included both guests views on global mega trends, the future glide path of interest rates and inflation, Sebastien’s experience building a 40,000+ following on Linkedin and a new quick fire round.

In this episode of FI15, Joe is joined by Blackrock’s Global Head of Private Debt James Keenan and Ruth Yang, Global Head of Thought Leadership at S&P Global Ratings. Topics included the rise in popularity of private markets, how both Blackrock and S&P Global Ratings approach the space, Jim’s unpopular investment opinion and people inside and outside of S&P Global that inspire Ruth.

In this episode of FI15, Joe is joined by Real Estate mogul Ryan Serhant, Founder of SERHANT. and Gregg Lemos-Stein, Chief Analytical Officer – Corporates at S&P Global Ratings. The guests discuss the global real estate market, with Ryan sharing his expertise on leveraging social media and AI to drive success in the industry, and Gregg provides his experience of how large multi-national cooperations are currently utilizing AI to unlock new opportunities.

In this FI15 podcast episode hear Lori Heinel, Global CIO at State Street Global Advisors, and Yann Le Pallec, Global Head of Rating Services at S&P Global Ratings, discuss key global economic trends and investment strategies with host Joe Cass. Topics include client engagement, investment opportunities, ESG considerations, public speaking tips, personal challenges in the industry and the role of AI in investing.

Embrace the future of finance and dive into an insightful discussion with Wei Li, Global Chief Investment Strategist at Blackrock, and Martina Cheung, President at S&P Global Ratings. Together, they dissect the 2024 market landscape, offering expert perspectives on emerging trends, AI integration, and leadership insights.

Robert F. Smith, Chairman and Founder of Vista Equity Partners, joined Doug Peterson, CEO at S&P Global and host Joe Cass on this episode of Fixed Income in 15. Discussion focused on how to build a culture of success in business, the evolution of GenAI, the growth of private markets and the guests experience of growing up in New Mexico and Colorado.

Andrew Howard, Global Head of Sustainable Investment at Schroders and Christa Clapp, Managing Director at S&P Global Rating join host Joe Cass on this episode of Fixed Income in 15. Discussion focused on sustainable finance, the climate financing gap, Christa’s experience building Shades of Green and the future of green bonds. Sign-up here to be notified as soon as future episode are published.

Ex-U.S. Treasury Secretary Larry Summers and S&P Global Ratings' Global Chief Economist Paul Gruenwald join host Joe Cass on this episode of Fixed Income in 15. Discussion spans the rise and fall of inflation, working with U.S. Presidents, how to create an economic narrative and Larry’s experience being diagnosed with and surviving cancer.

Rohit Sipahimalani, CIO at Temasek and Martina Cheung, President of S&P Global Ratings join host Joe Cass on this episode of Fixed Income in 15. The discussion centred around disruptive investment areas, macro outlooks, private credit, the impact of Generative AI and the rise of India.

Daniel Yergin, Vice Chairman at S&P Global, Pulitzer-Prize winning author and founder of CERA, joins host Joe Cass on this special 1-on-1 episode of Fixed Income in 15. Topics included Dan’s newest book ‘The New Map’, challenges of the energy transition, founding Cambridge Energy Research Associates in 1983 and his experiences advising multiple U.S Presidents.

Mary Pryshlak, Head of Investment Research at Wellington Management, joined Alexandra Dimitrijevic, Global Head of Research & Development at S&P Global Ratings and host Joe Cass on this episode of Fixed Income in 15. Discussion focused on the potential role of Generative AI in credit research, leadership experiences from Alexandra and Mary and books that have fundamentally changed our guests' lives.

Saira Mailk, CIO of Nuveen joins Ruth Yang, Global Head of Thought Leadership at S&P Global Ratings and host Joe Cass on this episode of Fixed Income in 15. Discussion focused on Saira’s experience breaking into finance, the next big risks for investors, Ruth’s leadership experience and Saira and Ruth’s strategies when educating their children on finance.

David Rubenstein, Co-Founder of The Carlyle Group joins Adam Kansler, President at S&P Global Market Intelligence and host Joe Cass on this episode of Fixed Income in 15. Topics included private market valuations and data, interest rate trajectories, David’s new book “How To Invest”, biggest investing regrets and anecdotes from David’s investing career.

PIMCO CEO Emmanuel Roman and Martina Cheung, President of S&P Global Ratings, joined Joe Cass on this episode of the FI15 podcast. Discussion spanned investing in 2023, private debt, working culture at PIMCO after Bill Gross, Davos, ChatGPT and Arsenal FC.

Liz Ann Sonders, Chief Investment Strategist at Charles Schwab joins Paul Gruenwald, Global Chief Economist at S&P Global Ratings and host Joe Cass on this episode of Fixed Income in 15. Discussion focused on the 2023 macro outlook, US rate cycle, sticky inflation, Liz Ann’s Twitter 300,000 Twitter following and Paul’s cycling over lockdown.

Peter Harrison, CEO of Schroders joins Dan Draper, CEO at S&P Dow Jones Indices and host Joe Cass on this episode of Fixed Income in 15. Discussion focused on Peter & Dan’s experiences working across the globe for different institutions, the day-to-day realities of being a CEO and, private markets, blockchain and Peter’s experience meeting The Queen.

David Hunt, CEO of PGIM joins Maria Melendez, Global Head of Strategy at S&P Global Ratings and host Joe Cass on this episode of Fixed Income in 15. Discussion focused on David’s experience as a CEO, his current take on the global macro environment, Maria’s career path and her view on how to successfully execute strategy in our day-to-day roles.

Chamath Palihapitiya, global tech investor and Founder of Social Capital and Naveen Sarma, Senior Director at S&P Global Ratings covering U.S Media & Entertainment joined Joe Cass on this episode of the podcast. Discussion spanned investment philosophy, how playing poker can assist prospective investors, the future of streaming and the importance of mental health.

Joyce Chang, Chair of Global Research at JP Morgan joins Alexandra Dimitrijevic, Global Head of Research & Development at S&P Global Ratings and host Joe Cass on this episode of Fixed Income in 15. Discussion focused key themes that may affect financial markets in 2022-23, the evolution of ESG when thinking about an energy crisis, the impact of DeFi on TradFi and Joyce’s advice for young women pursuing a career in finance.

Legendary investor Howard Marks, Co-Founder of Oaktree Capital Management, joins Sally Moore, Global Head of Strategy, M&A and Partnerships for S&P Global and host Joe Cass on this episode of Fixed Income in 15. Discussion focused on Howard’s relationship with Warren Buffett, Sally’s experience of the recent $140 Billion S&P Global-IHS merger, Howard’s process for writing his world famous memos and the psychology of investing in choppy markets.

Ashish Shah, Chief Investment Officer at Goldman Sachs Asset Management joins Ruth Yang, Global Head of Thought Leadership at S&P Global Ratings and host Joe Cass on this episode of Fixed Income in 15. Discussion focused on the future of private debt markets, GSAM’s view of financing fossil fuel companies, using social media as a communication tool and Ashish’s experience growing up in Pennsylvania.

Rick Rieder, Chief Investment Officer of Global Fixed Income at Blackrock joins Yann Le Pallec, Global Head of Ratings at S&P Global Ratings and host Joe Cass on this episode of Fixed Income in 15. Discussion focused on Rick’s take on the current volatile market conditions, how to approach inflation, Rick’s 30,000 Twitter followers, Yann’s professional experience of the pandemic, insightful individuals and Rick’s advice to Joe on parenting.

Jared Isaacman, Founder of Shift4 and SpaceX Astronaut joins Chris Heusler, Chief Commercial Officer at S&P Global Ratings and host Joe Cass on this episode of Fixed Income in 15. Discussion focused on Jared’s experience as a civilian astronaut, his relationship with Elon Musk, Chris’ career path, how to be a good leader and when both guests think humans will walk on Mars.

Ray Dalio, Co-Chairman and Co-CIO of Bridgewater Associates and Martina Cheung, President at S&P Global Ratings joined Joe Cass on this edition of Fixed Income in 15. In a wide ranging discussion, conversation touched on markets, Sustainable Finance, diversity in societies, Ray’s new book, life and work role models, Joe’s job at McDonalds and career advice.

Grover Burthey, Head of ESG Portfolio Management at PIMCO and Richard Mattison, President at S&P Global Sustainble1 joined Joe Cass on this edition of Fixed Income in 15. Discussion focused on PIMCO’s priorities in the ESG investing space, growth of the S&P Global Sustainable1 division and the challenges ESG presents market stakeholders. There was also time to discuss Grover’s experience in the U.S Government, how Richard moved from Neuroscience to ESG and the duo’s professional role models.

Joe Cass hosted CEO of Grayscale Investments, Michael Sonnenshein and Senior Research Fellow at S&P Global Ratings Chuck Mounts on the latest episode of Fixed Income in 15. Discussion focused on the emerging cryptocurrency markets, institutional investor involvement in the space and debate on how blockchain could fit into traditional finance structures. There was also time for Michael to talk about his rise from Account Executive to CEO at Grayscale, as well as hear Chuck's ‘a-ha’ moment with crypto.

Nicole Connolly, Global Head of ESG at Fidelity Investments and Lauren Smart, Chief Commercial Officer S&P Global Sustainble1 joined Joe Cass on this edition of Fixed Income in 15. Discussion focused on S&P Global’s new Sustainble1 division, ESG investing trends and how investors are increasingly playing a part in investment stewardship. There was also time to talk about Lauren’s experience of speaking at Davos and Nicole’s tips on work/life balance.

In a special Crypto episode of Fixed Income In 15, Joe Cass is joined by Raoul Pal, Co-founder and CEO of Real Vision and Mohamed Damak, Senior Director at S&P Global Ratings. There was lively debate between Raoul and Mohamed on the emerging role of cryptocurrency and Central Bank Digital Currencies in traditional finance, including the importance of ESG and energy usage in digital mining. Joining from the Cayman Islands, Raoul shared what life is like living and working remotely and his thoughts on the ‘Exponential Age’.

Mark Haefele, Chief Investment Officer at UBS and Alexandra Dimitrijevic, Global Head of Research at S&P Global Ratings joined Joe Cass on this edition of Fixed Income in 15. Discussion focused on the evolution of ESG over the past 18 months, long term credit outlook and views on the digitalization of finance including blockchain and cryptocurrency. There was also time to talk about Mark’s prior career as a lecturer at Harvard and Alexandra’s experience co-leading the S&P Global Diversity Research Lab.

On this edition of Fixed Income in 15, Joe Cass is joined by Sir Danny Alexander, Vice President and Corporate Secretary at the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank and Susan Gray, our Global Head of Sustainable Finance Business and Innovation. Topics included the evolution of sustainable finance in infrastructure and platforms issuers are using to ensure their ESG strategy is being heard. There was also some off-topic discussion on politics, with Danny talking about his time as the Chief Secretary to the Treasury in the UK and Susan describing her experiences as a policy advisor in the Australian government.

Tom Keene, co-anchor at Bloomberg and Beth-Ann Bovino, U.S. Chief Economist at S&P Global Ratings joined Joe Cass on this edition of Fixed Income in 15. Discussion focused the build up of U.S debt, potential interest rate changes and the U.S economic outlook. There was also time to talk about the European Super League and the rise of smart casual working attire.

On the latest episode of Fixed Income In 15, Joe Cass is joined by Mohamed El-Erian, Chief Economic Advisor at Allianz and Martina Cheung, President of S&P Global Market Intelligence. There was lively conversation about ESG, Central Banks and the future of #markets in a post-pandemic world. There was also time to discuss personal insights, such as Mohamed’s experience of working for President Obama and what advice Martina would give to her teenage self.

In this edition of Fixed Income in 15, Joe Cass is joined by Ruchir Sharma, Chief Global Strategist at Morgan Stanley Investment Management and our own Global Head of Sovereign Analytics & Research, Roberto Sifon. The discussion focused on the outlook for global sovereigns, the impact of ESG on nations and the rise of Bitcoin. There was also time for Roberto and Ruchir to discuss cooking, sprint training and what they miss about travelling.

In this edition of Fixed Income in 15, Joe Cass is joined by David Kelly, Chief Global Strategist at JP Morgan Asset Management and our Global Head of Practices Craig Parmelee. The group discussed the 2021 outlook, how ESG is changing the global financial markets and the impact of a COVID-19 vaccine. As usual, some off-topic debate followed, including the most interesting and notable individuals Craig has met in his professional life.

Michael Milken, founder of The Milken Institute and Yann Le Pallec, S&P Global Ratings Global Head of Credit Ratings, Methodologies and Research joined Joe Cass on this edition of Fixed Income in 15. Discussion focused on the guests experiences of 2020, the progress of healthcare innovation and the role of ESG in a post-COVID world. There was also time to talk about Yann’s new lockdown hobbies and Michael’s own foray into podcasting.

On the latest episode of Fixed Income in 15, our host Joe Cass is joined by S&P Global’s President & CEO Doug Peterson and the Co-Founder of The Carlyle Group David Rubenstein. Doug and David discussed markets, diversity and the impact of ESG. In a wide ranging conversation, there was also time for Doug and David to ponder over the future of healthcare, debate the future of eSports and discuss how leading through this crisis has changed their outlook on work and life.

On this episode of Fixed Income in 15, Joe Cass is joined by Gerard O’Reilly, co-CEO at Dimensional Fund Advisors and S&P Global Ratings Global Head of Research Alexandra Dimitrijevic. Discussion included a high level outlook for markets, credit default risks and the scale of rating downgrades thus far in 2020. There was also time for Alexandra and Gerard to discuss how they have adapted to working from home and the unique academic culture at Dimensional. 

Kristina Hooper, Chief Market Strategist at Invesco and Shaun Roache, S&P Global Ratings Chief Economist for APAC joined Joe Cass on this edition of Fixed Income in 15. Discussion focused on ESG in fixed income, the relationship between the US and China and how Asia-Pacific as a region has reacted to the Coronavirus pandemic. There was also time to talk about Kristina’s experience of working from home, the resurrection of Shaun’s rugby career and who Kristina thinks should be the next guest on the show.

On this edition of Fixed Income in 15, Joe Cass is joined by Anthony Scaramucci, Founder at Skybridge and our Global Chief Economist Paul Gruenwald. The three discussed credit markets, economic recovery and the global financial outlook. As always, there was some off-topic debate too – here Anthony describes how the ‘Wall Street’ movie impacted him as a young professional and his cameo role in the sequel.