Send a text We've talked a lot about how Private Equity Megafunds approach valuation when they purchase companies through LBOs. And we've spoken about their exits, either through IPOs or PE Secondaries. But we've never really talked about what happens during the YEARS in between! How do Private Equity companies actually grow their portfolio companies ove ... Show More
Mar 3
LIVE from Miami: Is Private Credit Fundraising OVER?
Send a textWe sat down with Ron Biscardi, the CEO and co-founder of iConnections, live at Global Alts Miami to get the skinny on what's happening with fund managers and allocators in real time. Last year, private credit was the undisputed darling of investment strategies. Now, on ... Show More
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Mar 2
Paramount Outbids Netflix for WBD & Middle East Military Action Fallout | Emergency Episode
Send a textKristen and Jen tackle two major stories in this double emergency episode. First, Kristen breaks down latest update in the Warner Bros saga — how Paramount outbid Netflix with a $31/share offer, why Netflix walked away, and what the deal means financially. They cover t ... Show More
26m 7s
Sep 2024
Investing in Private Equity 101
<p>This week, Sim and Maia delve into the world of private equity, exploring its history, functions, and how individuals can invest in it. They discuss the evolution of private equity from the 19th century to its modern-day implications, the role of private equity firms in acquir ... Show More
18m 59s
Aug 2025
Investing: The Greatest Show on Earth
Thanks to my friends at Public.comAll investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. Public Investi ... Show More
12m 14s
Aug 2025
Big Ideas From The Art of Spending Money
Pre-order my new book The Art of Spending Money here. ***Thanks to my friends at Public.comAll investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Pu ... Show More
10m 47s
Jul 2025
Is Bitcoin Still Worth Buying in 2025?
<p>This week, Sim breaks down everything you need to know about Bitcoin in under 15 minutes – no tech degree required. You’ll learn why some investors treat Bitcoin like digital gold, how it compares to the share market, and the risks that come with crypto’s lack of regulation. W ... Show More
13m 2s
Oct 2025
How Amias Gerety Wins in Venture When Others Chase Hype
<p>In this episode, <b>Alex Rawlings</b> speaks with <b>Amias Gerety</b>, Partner at <b>QED Investors</b>, a leading fintech-focused VC firm managing nearly <b>$1B in assets</b>. Amias shares insights on venture capital strategy, staying disciplined during market hype, sourcing d ... Show More
32m 23s
Dec 2024
E117: What Will Family Offices Invest into in 2025? w/Hansen Ringer
Hansen Ringer, Managing Director at Sepio Capital sits down with David Weisburd to discuss the asset class that delivers equity-like returns without the market risk, what distressed credit reveals about market cycles and investor behavior, and what happens when stocks and bonds m ... Show More
42m 10s
Sep 2025
233: How Active ETFs, Thematic Investing, and Market Dynamics Are Reshaping Portfolios - AMA with Jay Jacobs
<p>ETFs are at the center of how investors are navigating today’s rapidly changing markets. From active ETFs to thematic strategies around megaforces like artificial intelligence and infrastructure, innovation in exchange-traded funds is reshaping how portfolios are bui ... Show More
16m 39s
Jan 2025
#408: Gregg Bell, CBO of HBAR Foundation, on Hedera, Creating New Investment Vehicles, Tokenization, and Creating the Trust Layer of the Internet
<p>Gregg Bell currently serves as Chief Business Officer at The HBAR Foundation, the venture arm of the Hedera ecosystem. Previously, he was the Head of Growth at Binance.US overseeing several business lines. Before that, he co-founded and led the asset management business at A3 ... Show More
30m 36s