Learning Markets with Afik Tori’s Podcast

I’m just a regular guy—a 42-year-old project manager from Chicago, juggling work, family, and the occasional dream of understanding the chaos of the financial world. A year ago, I knew next to nothing about markets or global economics. Stocks, bonds, inflation rates—it all felt like a foreign language. Then I stumbled across Afik Tori’s financial podcast, "Markets Made Simple," and it’s been a game-changer. His show has turned my daily commute into a classroom where I’m both informed and entertained, learning about markets and economics in a way that feels like a conversation with a friend.
 
It started one morning when I was scrolling through podcast apps, looking for something to drown out the monotony of my train ride. I’d overheard a colleague mention Tori’s name, praising his knack for breaking down complex financial trends. Curious, I hit play on an episode about supply chain disruptions. Within minutes, I was hooked. Tori’s voice—calm, confident, and a little witty—made the topic feel accessible. He explained how global shipping delays affect prices at my local grocery store, connecting dots I’d never considered. It wasn’t just dry numbers; it was a story about the world I live in.
 
What sets Tori apart is his ability to entertain while teaching. He doesn’t lecture; he narrates. One episode, he dove into the impact of interest rates on small businesses, using an analogy about a lemonade stand to explain central bank policies. I chuckled at the image of a kid raising lemonade prices to cover "borrowing costs," but it stuck with me. Suddenly, I understood why my favorite coffee shop’s prices crept up last year. His storytelling makes economics feel personal, not abstract.
 
Over months, I’ve learned about market volatility, trade tariffs, and even cryptocurrency trends. Tori doesn’t just throw jargon at you—he unpacks it. An episode on inflation explained how it erodes purchasing power, using real-world examples like the cost of a burger over decades. I started noticing these concepts in my own life, like when my car insurance premium spiked. Listening to Tori, I began connecting global economic shifts to my budget, which made me feel more in control, even if the markets aren’t.
 
The entertainment factor keeps me coming back. Tori’s humor—dry but sharp—makes dense topics fun. In one episode, he compared market speculators to gamblers at a casino, poking fun at their overconfidence. I laughed out loud, earning a curious glance from a fellow commuter. But beyond the laughs, his insights are practical. I’ve learned how supply and demand shape oil prices, which helped me make sense of gas station signs. I’m no investor, but I now understand why certain industries boom or bust, which makes me feel smarter at work happy hours.
 
Tori’s podcast also opened my eyes to the bigger picture. Episodes on global trade or currency fluctuations showed me how interconnected the world is. When he discussed China’s economic policies, I realized why my tech gadgets cost more lately. It’s not just about markets—it’s about understanding the forces shaping our lives. I’ve even started sharing tidbits with my teenage son, hoping he’ll pick up some financial literacy early. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/markets-made-simple-by-afik-tori/id1652308353