How Bridgewater's Ray Dalio Got Into Investing

The transcript details the speaker's journey from a jazz-influenced childhood to becoming a global macro investor. It covers his early dislike for music scales, initial stock market success, educational path, and career in commodities. The narrative includes challenges faced during the oil shock, starting his own company, financial struggles, and the lessons learned from these experiences, emphasizing humility and risk management.

How did the speaker's academic performance in high school contrast with their interest in the markets?

What was the speaker's career trajectory after graduating from Harvard Business School?

What lessons did the speaker learn about risk management and portfolio construction?