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From cowboys to civil rights: Essential reads from the UBS Head of Americas Research
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- UBS Global Research Pod Hub
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- Oct 2, 2025
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Summary
Join Jim Van Tassel, Head of Americas Equity Research and Heidi Richardson, Head of EMEA Product Management, as they explore the power of literature and history in shaping perspectives, leadership decisions, and research insights. From historical epics to social commentary, hear about the books that inspire Jim. Reading list: The Fate of Day - Rick Atkinson Poverty in America - Mathew Desmond The Anarchy - William Dalrymple Underworld - Don DeLillo Colonialism - Nigel Biggar *(This information is subject to a disclaimer at the end of this podcast. Please ensure that you listen to the disclaimer and go to www.ubs.com for further information about UBS).