This week Nick talks to Geraint Anderson

Geraint is a bestselling author, journalist and satirical commentator whose writing explores power, greed and the darker side of modern leadership. His first book, Cityboy—an insider's account of excess in investment banking—sold more than 400,000 copies and became one of the defining books of the pre-financial-crash era. A regular commentator across print, broadcast and podcasts, he speaks on psychopathy in business and politics, satire as a weapon against authoritarianism, the modern workplace as a battleground for dominance, and why the world increasingly seems to be run by ruthless bastards—and what that means for the rest of us.

Nick and Geraint discuss Geraint's journey from investment banker to bestselling author, reflecting on the success of Cityboy, the culture of the City, and the competitive mindset that drove his career. They explore the inspiration behind his new satirical book, How to Con Friends and Manipulate People, examining psychopathy in business and politics, the rise of manipulative leadership, and why satire can expose the absurdities of modern power. The conversation also touches on AI, critical thinking, authoritarianism, the legacy of the 2008 financial crisis, and the importance of empathy in an increasingly ruthless world.

Buy Geraint's new Book: How to Con Friends and Manipulate People - The Subtle Art of Being a Total Psychopath
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Book Choice
A Modest Proposal by Jonathan Swift

Music Choice
Energy Flash - Joey Beltran

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