MSCF Student Launches Podcast
Charting New Courses: Craig Epstein's Quant Finance Podcast
What does an extremely busy MSCF student do in his free time? In the bustling world of Carnegie Mellon’s Master of Science in Computational Finance (MSCF) program, you would think students would take every free moment to relax. Not Craig Epstein! Instead, he is using his time to channel his passion and expertise into a new podcast. Join us as we uncover the story behind this enterprising student's journey into the podcasting world.
Meet Craig: A Journey from Economics to Quantitative Frontiers
Before joining our ranks, Craig Epstein distinguished himself at the University of Virginia, graduating with high distinction in Economics and a Minor in Math.
From there, he went on to join the Macroeconomic Research Group at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago for two years. During this time, he not only co-authored a Fed Letter but also created a data processing program and implemented a method of generating inflation forecasts.
Now, Craig is enrolled in MSCF as a Squarepoint Fellow, where he is pursuing a career of excellence in the complex world of quantitative finance.
Unveiling the Podcast: Explicable
Craig Epstein’s podcast, Explicable, emerges as a vibrant platform where economics meets quantitative finance, underscored by the dynamics of human behavior and incentives. Here, he goes beyond the simple analysis of numbers to explore the true narrative while bringing in interviews with professionals and academics of the industry.
Each episode promises a fresh perspective on the multifaceted world of finance, bridging the gap between academic theory and practical insights in quantitative finance. For those simply curious or those aspiring to pursue the field, this podcast demystifies the path to a career in this competitive industry, offering firsthand experiences, advice, and discussions that can't be found in textbooks.
Craig’s most recent episode is with Pierre-Philippe Ste-Marie, a graduate of MSCF and finance executive with more than 20 years of experience. They will explore the keys to a successful career, the most promising opportunities in the future of finance, and the qualities Pierre-Philippe looks for in great quants.
Check out Explicable Today!
In Craig’s own words, “Explicable is an opportunity to explore economics and quantitative finance, hear stories from students, academics, and executives, and share helpful information with anyone considering a career in the fascinating world of quantitative finance”.
Ready to dive deeper? You can find Craig’s podcast on Spotify today and join a growing community of listeners eager to explore the fascinating intersection of economics, finance, and human behavior.