Prometheus Podcast

Episode 7: Meb Faber

In this episode, we’re joined by Meb Faber. Meb is the co-founder and chief investment officer of Cambria Investment Management. Cambria offers a wide range of investment products, all powered by quantitative research. Meb is also the host of one of our favorite podcasts- the Meb Faber Show, where he interviews investment professionals across disciplines. From quantitative research to practical insights, Meb brings a wealth of knowledge to the table.In this episode, Meb outlines Cambria’s core framework—globally diversified beta, a value‑driven tilt, and a powerful dose of trend‑following. He explains the surprisingly strong performance of simple asset allocation strategies, shares his contrarian views on bonds versus T‑Bills, and introduces the unconventional “Donut Portfolio.” Whether you’re building a global portfolio or managing multi‑asset strategies, Meb’s insights on discipline, diversification, and behavioral biases make this a must‑listen. Get full access to Prometheus Research at www.prometheus-macro.com/subscribe

Episode 6: Peter Farac

In our sixth episode, we’re joined by Peter Farac, author of Macro Is Dead. Peter is a portfolio manager specializing in systematic macro funds. Peter has a strong institutional pedigree, having managed portfolios with billions of dollars in AUM. Peter brings an astonishing breadth of knowledge to the table, from secular macro frameworks to systematic quantitative derivatives strategy design. If you’re trying to understand the interplay between secular macro dynamics and how they inform high-frequency alpha generation, this podcast is for you. Get full access to Prometheus Research at www.prometheus-macro.com/subscribe

Episode 5: Monetary Matters Guest Appearance

In our fourth episode, Aahan, our Founder & CEO, joins Jack Farley on the Monetary Matters network for a wide-ranging discussion on macro and markets. They also spend a considerable portion of the episode discussing our Prometheus S&P 500 Program. Whether you’re looking to better understand the current macroeconomic landscape or get deeper into our systematic macro process, there’s something in this episode for everyone. Enjoy! Until next time. Get full access to Prometheus Research at www.prometheus-macro.com/subscribe

Episode 4: Victor Haghani

In our third episode, we’re joined by Victor Haghani. Victor is the founder of Elm Wealth, a research driven-driven wealth advisor and investment manager. Prior to staring Elm, Victor was a founding partner at Long-Term Capital Management, and its successor fund JWM Partners.Victor and his team put out some of the clearest and most thought provoking research on asset allocation in the industry, and this episode is totally in line with that. During this episode, Victor outlines the mechanics behind systematic approach that Elm takes to asset allocation, offering us insights on how to think about expected returns, risk, and portfolio construction. We also discuss their new ETF, the ELM Market Navigator (ELM), which applies their investment framework. Get full access to Prometheus Research at www.prometheus-macro.com/subscribe

Episode 3: Bob Elliott

In our third episode, we’re joined by Bob Elliott. Bob Elliot is the Co-Founder, CEO, and CIO of Unlimited Funds, an investment firm dedicated to bringing institutional-quality, hedge fund-style strategies to everyday investors. Prior to founding Unlimited, Bob spent over a decade at Bridgewater Associates, where he served on the firm's Investment Committee. His expertise spans a wide range of disciplines, from fundamental macroeconomic analysis to systematic investment strategies, offering a comprehensive perspective on markets and investing.This was a truly wide-ranging conversation, diving into the mechanics of hedge fund index replication, the launch of Unlimited’s new macro ETF, and Bob’s current view on the economy and markets. From macro mechanics to market views, there is something for everyone in this episode. Get full access to Prometheus Research at www.prometheus-macro.com/subscribe