Robert Smith
Co-host of Business History known for investigating surprising stories about businesses and their founders and engaging in historical business analysis.
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Feb 27, 2026 • 43min
The Second Coming of Prediction Markets, Live at On Air Fest with Pushkin's Business History
Jacob Goldstein, co-host of Business History, brings historical perspective on betting markets. Robert Smith, co-host of Business History, traces past moral panics and policy responses. They discuss the rise of modern platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket. They explore live betting mechanics, controversial markets, insider risks, and whether financializing everything will spark backlash.
