Barry Ritholtz interviews Michael Fisch, CEO and co-founder of American Securities LLC. They discuss the secret to growing a successful private equity firm, impact of interest rates on cash flow, refinancing strategies, survivorship bias, investing in stable industrial businesses, and the growth and evolution of the private equity industry.

Michael Fisch, founder and CEO of American Securities, a private equity firm, discusses their investment in Milk Specialties Global, the potential growth opportunities in the whey protein market, and the company's transition from a commodity supplier to a consumer product company. They also highlight the importance of diligence in their investment approach and achieving stability through shared vision and communication with management teams.