naked capitalism

Skippy says:

Wonderful to see someone of the fairer persuasion speak with out giggling, smirking or positioning their deal closers for maximum camera angle.

Yes it would have been nice to see Felix in there with you, much better synergy than the commentators provided, just doing their job I guess (peddling).

And yes cameras are off putting, so just one note, relax body/shoulders a wee bit, think invitational posture.

Skippy…the commentator on the right…nice snob jacket…extra lapel hole lol…wounder how many cuff buttons um 5…extra inner pockets too…one small one with button down flap ha ha ha…one that note when are camel hair jackets with suede elbow patches coming back, I love my old ones.

anon says:

They are more level headed. They can be individually ditzy at times, but there’s a mitigating portfolio effect from multiple commentators. Generally pleasant people, quite well informed on the US landscape. A relatively objective reality check from typically nice Canadians.

Salmon’s been on a number of times. As have a few others. They’re stepping up their blogger coverage, probably leading on this trend, again perhaps as result of being one step removed from the main arena.

You did fine. You’re well dressed, which is refreshing, and good branding.

Keenan says:

Yves:

Do not apologize for your appearance. A serious and intense demeanor is appropriate to discussions of duplicitious bankers and the continuing failure of government to address the root problems. Your on-air manner befits the gravity of the on-going financial crisis.

You did very well.

Siggy says:

I now have a face to go with your blog. Gives more meaning to what I read. As to appearance, your were fine. As much as I like Elizabeth Warren, I rate you equal. But then, this isn’t a contest, is it.

When your book is in print, will it be possible to obtain a signed copy? Zandi and Elliot Janeway and few others need some female companionship on my bookshelf.

Greg says:

Yves said, “My concentrating to hear has me looking intense and a bit annoyed.”

Not at all, Yves, it was excellent. Very good interview, very well said.

Cullpepper says:

Heheh, who cares about marxists, capitalists, etc.?

I, for one, welcome our new Imperial Chinese overlords.

http://www.businessinsider.com/china-now-has-enough-forex-reserves-to-buy-20-of-the-sp500-2010-1

LeeAnne says:

Yves, great interview -I loved it. The integrity of your answers really comes across. They were as succinct and to the point as anything on the blog in spite of the pressure of sound bite timing. Really fabulous. It takes an exceptional intelligence to pull it off.

TV needs you.

Referring to your self criticism, its animation you need – that includes a range of expression including smiling and freeing shoulders up by moving arms and hands even when not visable on camera.

I’m sending you an email with tips, if you don’t mind, and links to video and photos.

maynardGkeynes says:

Great job, but when asked the “what should be done” question, you seemed to concede too readily into the “what’s politically possible” set of solutions without at least first making the case for the solution you think is ideal. I wouldn’t concede anything yet, because the politics are still volatile. Plus, I would rather see the starting point be the ideal solution, since Obama is going to compromise from whatever the starting position is, even if it is already too compromised. That is his nature. We need you to remind the people out there what the ideal solution is to begin with.

DellaTerious says:

Bravo Yves. (Brava?) I agree with those who said you looked fine, and more importantly, gave a good interview. You don’t have to smile more, but then I noticed your’s isn’t one of those inappropriately tooth-baring grins, so OK, go for it, if you think it’ll help.

Ahem … “humble blogger?” is there really any such thing?
I must agree with Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes here:

“I cannot agree with those who rank modesty among the virtues. To the logician all things should be seen exactly as they are, and to underestimate one’s self is as much a departure from truth as to exaggerate one’s own powers.”

And the sense I get from your blog is that it is intent on getting at the truth, for which I thank you very much.
You prove that there really are some journalists left, they simply aren’t working for the print media. Congrats, you deserve it … don’t you know that?

carping demon says:

I agree with maynardGkeynes @ 2:58. I’ve seen you on TV a few times, and your presence on screen strongly projects that you are not someone to be gainsaid. State simply and flatly what needs to be done and let others waffle about it. Too much time is spent declaring that what should be done can’t be done. We need people like you who can just tell people what they need to do and then fold your arms and stand there looking them in the eye until they start doing it. And when they don’t, just reiterate and keep looking at them.

I see it’s taken me so long to write this that mGk has withdrawn his comment. Ah, well. As a matter of fact, you and Elizabeth Warren would make a great good cop bad cop team.