The New Barbarians Podcast
Hosted by Bill Mann
Two TradFi veterans interview founders and analyze markets at the intersection of quantitative finance, AI, and Bitcoin.
This is a weekly conversation where two experienced Wall Street quants apply their systematic lens to the chaotic worlds of crypto, AI, and macroeconomics. Episodes alternate between deep-dive discussions between the co-hosts and long-form interviews with founders building new financial technologies. The show's core thesis is that 'new barbarians'—outsiders with new tools and models—are toppling the old guards of traditional finance.
“Unlike many crypto-native podcasts, the hosts' deep experience in institutional TradFi provides a unique 'quant's-eye-view' of the new landscape. They bridge the gap between Wall Street risk management and the frontier of decentralized finance and AI.”
Who hosts this show
Hosted by Bill Mann, a quant veteran from AQR and Two Sigma, and Mark Connors, a macro strategist formerly of Credit Suisse, The New Barbarians brings a systematic, data-driven perspective to the disruptive frontiers of finance. The show blends war stories from their time in traditional finance with analysis of the new technologies and players—the 'barbarians'—reshaping the industry. Episodes alternate between co-host deep dives and interviews with founders building at the edge of financial technology.
Credentials & credits
- Bill Mann: Co-Founder & Managing Partner, HarmoniQ Insights
- Bill Mann: Former SVP, Two Sigma
- Bill Mann: Former VP & Quantitative Risk Manager, AQR
- Bill Mann: CFA Charterholder, Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Mark Connors: CEO, Risk Dimensions
- Mark Connors: Former Macro Strategist, Credit Suisse
Other ventures
- Bill Mann: HarmoniQ Insights
- Mark Connors: Risk Dimensions
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01AI Founder Raised $4 5M for PornMay 28, 2026 · 1 min
- 02Satoshi Said Proof of Work Only WayMay 28, 2026 · 1 min
- 03Clock Builders vs. Time Tellers | AI Workflows, Macro Markets & Bitcoin 2026May 23, 2026 · 51 min
- 04
- 05The Man in the Arena" — Eddy Connors, Co-Founder & CEO of Goodie Bag | EP. 54May 18, 2026 · 1h 00m
- 06
- 07Can Bitcoin Rebuild the Rust Belt? | One Ohio-native chemical engineer thinks soApr 15, 2026 · 1h 09m
- 08The Human Edge: Why AI Won't Replace Wall Street (Yet)Apr 10, 2026 · 59 min
Notable episodes
- 01The Man in the Arena" — Eddy Connors, Co-Founder & CEO of Goodie Bag | EP. 54
Features the co-host's son as a guest, presenting a 'David vs. Goliath' startup story that perfectly embodies the show's 'new barbarian' thesis.
- 02The Hidden Pattern Linking Argentina's Currency Collapse, Music Industry, and Bitcoin
A deep dive into the show's core thesis of institutional collapse, connecting a guest's personal history in Argentina with the disruption of the music industry and the rise of Bitcoin.
- 03Clock Builders vs. Time Tellers | AI Workflows, Macro Markets & Bitcoin 2026
A host-only episode that clearly articulates their philosophy on using AI, distinguishing between simple consumption ('time telling') and building systematic workflows ('clock building').
What you'll be asked on this show
Interviews are a three-way conversation, with both Bill and Mark actively questioning the guest. They typically open with macro market talk before pivoting to the guest's origin story, often asking 'How did you become this titan of finance?'. They probe the specifics of a guest's business model, competitive landscape, and tech stack, often asking for demos or specific data points. The tone is informal, with friendly banter and tangents, but the questions are sharp and grounded in a quantitative worldview.
The show alternates between two-host discussions and guest interviews. Both formats are unscripted and conversational, often beginning with a 'Global Scorecard' market commentary segment. The hosts frequently use screen sharing to walk through data, code, or platforms during their discussions.
Questions Bill Mann keeps coming back to
13 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when Bill Mann reaches for it.
origin
2- Q.01
“What's your origin story? How did you get from your early days to where you are now?”
This is a signature opening question to frame the guest's entire professional journey.
- Q.02
“What's the origin story of the company? Where and why did you start it?”
Connects the founder's personal story to the business's beginnings.
industry
2- Q.01
“Can you frame the large-scale problem that your business is trying to solve?”
This question sets the stage for the guest's solution by establishing the stakes of the problem.
- Q.02
“Who are the main incumbents or competitors in your space?”
This question helps establish the competitive landscape for the listener.
process
3- Q.01
“How does your platform or company actually work?”
A direct prompt for the guest to explain their core business model and product mechanics.
- Q.02
“Who is your ideal customer or user?”
Helps define the target market and user profile for the guest's business.
- Q.03
“What data or statistics validate the effectiveness of your product?”
Asks for quantitative proof of the guest's claims about their tool's performance.
craft
1- Q.01
“What's your unique value proposition compared to competitors?”
Pushes the guest to define their competitive edge against incumbents or other startups.
technique
1- Q.01
“What specific technologies or models are you using in your stack?”
A technical question to understand the tools and AI models behind the guest's product.
future
3- Q.01
“What was the strategy behind your market expansion choices?”
Probes the strategic thinking behind the company's growth and go-to-market plan.
- Q.02
“What's the five-year vision for you and the company?”
A standard closing question about the guest's long-term future plans and ambitions.
- Q.03
“What's your price prediction or outlook for Bitcoin?”
A direct, often playful, request for a specific market call on Bitcoin.
personal
1- Q.01
“Can you share a personal story about your experience with [a major economic event]?”
Used to ground abstract concepts like hyperinflation in the guest's lived experience.
Signature segments
- · The 'New Barbarians' theme
- · The 'Global Scorecard' market analysis segment
- · Referring to guests as 'barbarians'
- · Using movie analogies (e.g., Rocky, The Godfather) for business concepts
- · Screen-sharing demos of code or platforms
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are typically founders or CEOs of tech companies operating in finance, data, or crypto. The show focuses on 'barbarians'—builders who are challenging incumbents with new technology, from trading platforms to consumer apps.
- Sean Kozakon New Barbarians Pod #55: Tech Barbarians: How Sean Kozak Gave Retail Traders Institutional Weapons
- Eddie Connorson The Man in the Arena" — Eddy Connors, Co-Founder & CEO of Goodie Bag | EP. 54
- Fernando Nikolichon The Hidden Pattern Linking Argentina's Currency Collapse, Music Industry, and Bitcoin
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast is sponsored by companies relevant to its audience, such as Bitcoin custody provider Unchained and trading platform Tickblaze. Guests' companies are sometimes offered promo codes, suggesting a direct appeal to a prosumer and sophisticated retail investor audience.
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People also ask
- Who are the hosts of The New Barbarians?
- The hosts are Bill Mann, a quant veteran from firms like AQR and Two Sigma, and Mark Connors, a former macro strategist at Credit Suisse.
- What is the podcast's format?
- The show alternates between co-host-only discussions on macro and AI, and long-form interviews with founders in the finance and tech space.
- Is The New Barbarians podcast still active?
- Yes, it appears to release new episodes on a weekly basis.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The podcast is available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and other podcast platforms.
- What topics are covered on the show?
- The show focuses on the intersection of traditional finance and new technologies, covering systematic investing, AI, Bitcoin, macro trends, and digital assets.
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- [02]The New Barbarians Podcast | Substackharmoniciq.com
- [03]About HarmoniQ Insightsharmoniciq.com
- [04]Quants worth following: William Mann | Databento Blogdatabento.com
- [05]Bill Mann Bio - CFA Society New Yorkcfasociety.org
- [06]Rabbit Hole Stories | Mark Connorsrabbitholestories.co
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