- Was there any way that the 2008 stock market crash could have been avoided in the preceding years? Why or why not?
- In your opinion, why are Eisman's and Burry's warnings ignored? Is there another strategy they could have taken?
- Does the government adequately respond to the crisis? If not, what might have been done differently?
- Is it immoral to make money from other people's suffering? Explain your answer.
- The three main characters of the book are presented as heroes even though they profit just as much as the subprime lenders. All things considered, are they really heroes?
- How do the main characters' life experiences influence their views of the subprime crisis?
- How does the book influence your view of the American financial system?
- In your understanding, what is the root cause of the subprime crisis? Is there more than one? Explain your answer.
- What does the story of Howie Hubler tell us about the nature of Wall Street?