David Rubenstein | Full Address and Q&A | Oxford Union

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David Rubenstein is an American financier and philanthropist best known as the co-founder and co-chief executive officer of The Carlyle Group, a global private equity investment company based in Washington, D.C.

He also currently serves as chairman of the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, chairman of the Smithsonian Institution, chairman of the Brookings Institution, and President of the Economic Club of Washington, D.C.

According to the Forbes ranking of the wealthiest people in America, Rubenstein has a net worth of $2.9 billion.

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[RashidKapadia]

Excellent public speaker. Low key, low drama, relevant and continuous humor, great storytelling, self-deprecating, and still communicating a lot of valuable content. Masterful!

[SportsIncorporated]

He speaks quickly, yet remains so understandable. You don't miss anything.

[sangyongpark]

He speaks so quick. I think that's because he's so smart and got so much in his head which he wants to tell people about but the time is limited. I really enjoyed it.

[nelsonmolina]

I never knew David was that wealthy until after i listened to this video. I've been listening to the David Rubenstein show for months now. Great speaker and also great content!

[brianbozo]

Just listened to the first 5 minutes but this guy is instantly likable. He seems honest and connects well with people in a direct humourous manner. A good representative of his people and country.

[pkell]

Excellent fellow. His intereviews are always excellent - and his view of the world is impressive. The best interview that I have seen him do was with the founder of Softbank

[Under_Construction]

I love this gentleman. He's so genuine and free. He's casual and approachable. I also love how he brings sense of humour in this interview and in the peer to peer conversations.

[rajeshthesamwise]

It really great to listen David Rubenstein

[JasonGafar]

One of my greatest heroes. This man was raised in very, very modest beginnings and made so much of himself largely due to reading books and education. Such an amazing man.

[rohitkadam]

Another rags to riches story..this guy is inspiring! Also feel good that my parents are not rich! I have some hope

[jeripruneda]

Brilliant! I absolutely love David Rubenstein. Thank you for uploading.

[Cambell]

10/10. A very effective speaker. There is so much information coming in such a short time. I want to compare him to a zip file, which, if he had failed in other career choices, could have had success as a stand-up comedian.

[johncrazy]

very likeable guy and awesome speaker!!! nice to hear his thoughts on so many issues!

[songkim]

I paused at 17:46 to give a thumb up and to say I love you Mr. Rubenstein. You are an inspiration! Thank you!

[pratikkodial]

What a wonderful speaker.. it’s so much fun listening to him as well as very informative

[CHANDYOT]

Always learn great deal every time listen to David, the first 17 min is very inspiring after all, what you have to give back to justify your existence on the surface of this earth...

[Torontohomecondos]

I love this guy I can listen to him all day

[michael]

30% of people in the US haven't read a book after graduating from college! I better get to reading a book instead of being a social media addict

[rustykensington]

This is an amazing interview. Also as an added bonus, at 8:26 the guys peaks into your soul.

[ArthurMoore-iinn]

I noticed that Rubenstein repeats this exact same speech nearly word for word every time he gives a speech.