Ben Carlson
Manages institutional portfolios at Ritholtz Wealth Management; co-hosts Animal Spirits.
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- Ben Carlson manages institutional portfolios at Ritholtz Wealth Management.
- He writes the blog A Wealth of Common Sense, explaining finance in plain language.
- He co-hosts the weekly podcast Animal Spirits with Michael Batnick.
- He has written four books on saving, investing and money.
Key facts
- Role
- Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management (as of November 2026)1
- Podcast
- Animal Spirits, a new episode every Wednesday, with Michael Batnick1
- Books
- Four books about saving, investing and money1
- Recognition
- Named to the Investment News 40 Under 40 list of financial advisors in 20171
Roles
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- Ritholtz Wealth ManagementOrganization
Director of Institutional Asset Management (as of November 2026) source on Ritholtz Wealth Management
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