[Ifkaluva]

Lyn Alden is an example of a person who thinks being contrarian for the sake of contrarianism makes them look smart.

[decimalenough]

I'm not familiar with Alden, so tell me more?

Most investment managers go against the flow in the some way, that's what "alpha" is all about. If you want average returns, buy Vanguard ETFs and just track the market.