

Value Hive Podcast
Brandon Beylo
Welcome to The Hive! It's nice in here, isn't it?
The Hive is a collection of investors, entrepreneurs, thinkers and individuals dedicated to getting a little smarter each day.
If you're a fan of value investing, business models, eclectic success and failure stories -- this is your podcast.
Our goal is to provide you the highest quality interviews with new twists on old topics. Fresh perspectives on antiquated ideas. Passionate discourse on all things investing.
Join us as we strive to improve a little bit each day: https://macro-ops.com/
The Hive is a collection of investors, entrepreneurs, thinkers and individuals dedicated to getting a little smarter each day.
If you're a fan of value investing, business models, eclectic success and failure stories -- this is your podcast.
Our goal is to provide you the highest quality interviews with new twists on old topics. Fresh perspectives on antiquated ideas. Passionate discourse on all things investing.
Join us as we strive to improve a little bit each day: https://macro-ops.com/
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Sep 6, 2024 • 1h 12min
Josh Crumb: Global Commodity Outlook & Building ABAXX
Join Josh Crumb, a commodities expert passionate about the energy transition and founder of Abaxx Futures Exchange. He shares insights into the evolving landscape of global commodities, particularly the influence of Asia and China. Crumb discusses the mining labor shortage and innovative solutions for trading, touching on transformative technologies that could redefine industry practices. Tune in for captivating discussions on the future of energy markets and the importance of strategic planning in mining investments.

Aug 30, 2024 • 1h 17min
Dave Waters (Alluvial Capital): Illiquid Stocks, Process, and Investing in Tactile
Dave Waters, a renowned investor known for his insights on illiquid stocks, shares his unique take on navigating the complexities of the expert market. He discusses the allure of small-cap companies that remain public against the odds and reflects on lessons learned from past investment mistakes. Waters emphasizes a structured yet adaptable approach to global investment opportunities, particularly in sectors like mining and commercial real estate. Tune in for a deep dive into value investing that will intrigue any investment enthusiast!

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Aug 23, 2024 • 33min
Q2 2024 Investor Audibles: Legacy Ridge Capital, Kathmandu Capital, Alluvial Capital
Dive into insightful discussions on the latest Q2 fund letters from Legacy Ridge and Kathmandu Capital. Discover their cautious cash allocation strategies and sector performances amid volatile market conditions. The podcast highlights an intriguing recovery perspective on NagaCorp, showcasing its growth potential post-COVID. Additionally, explore the strategic expansion of Caspi and Voujian Group in Kazakhstan along with a comparative analysis of small-cap versus large-cap stocks. It's a treasure trove of investment insights!

Aug 16, 2024 • 1h 21min
Twitter Spaces: Deep Value Investing w/ @BuyCheapAndPray and @theotheraharon
@BuyCheapAndPray, a deep value investing contributor, and @theotheraharon, an expert in investment strategies, dive into the world of undervalued stocks. They cover position sizing, emphasizing diversification and risk management in portfolio construction. Listeners learn valuable lessons from past mistakes and gain insights into current investment opportunities, including AQN and Porsche. The duo discusses the importance of a contrarian mindset and the critical metrics needed to identify hidden potential in cheap stocks, making this conversation a treasure trove for aspiring investors.

Aug 9, 2024 • 1h 12min
Chris Abbott (1035 Capital): Dumpster Diving In Preferred Stocks Pt. 2 ($LLAP, $FATBP, $ASPI)
I'm excited to share my latest conversation with Chris Abbott of 1035 Capital Management.
Chris buys stocks that you've never heard of. When you do hear about them, they make you want to vomit.
He dumpster dives into hated market corners, abandoned equities, and downright ugly situations.
This week Chris pitches three off-the-beaten path ideas: LLAP, FATBP, and ASPI.
I guarantee you'll learn something new because there's at least one company you haven't heard of here.
Finally, a big thanks to our sponsors for making this episode happen.
Mitimco
This episode is brought to you by MIT Investment Management Company, also known as MITIMCo, the investment office of MIT. Each year, MITIMCo invests in a handful of new emerging managers who it believes can earn exceptional long-term returns in support of MIT's mission. To help the emerging manager community more broadly, they created emergingmanagers.org, a website for emerging manager stockpickers.
I highly recommend the site for those looking to start a stock-picking fund or just learning about how others have done it. You'll find essays and interviews by successful emerging managers, service providers used by MIT's own managers, essays MITIMCo has written for emerging managers, and more!
TIKR
TIKR is THE BEST resource for all stock market data, I use TIKR every day in my process, and I know you will too. Make sure to check them out at TIKR.com/hive.

Aug 2, 2024 • 1h 15min
[REPLAY] David Kaye: The Business of Video Game Development
David Kaye, the president and co-founder of Snapshot Games, shares insights from his extensive experience in the video game industry. He discusses the evolution of his first venture, Iron Realms, and the financial strategies unique to gaming companies. Delving into the future, Kaye explores the potential of NFTs and player ownership in gaming economics. He also compares major development tools like Unity and Epic Games, providing tips for investors on key performance indicators to look for in this dynamic market.

Jul 26, 2024 • 1h 2min
Don Simmons: Building Hemisphere Energy $HME
Don Simmons, CEO of Hemisphere Energy, shares his journey in the Canadian oil industry, discussing the importance of decline rates, polymer flooding, and acquiring oil assets. The podcast highlights key metrics for evaluating oil assets and operating expenses, offering valuable insights into the oil and gas industry.

Jul 19, 2024 • 59min
Taylor Sulik: Building A Tungsten Mining Company From Scratch
Entrepreneur Taylor Sulik discusses reviving US critical mineral production through tungsten mining. Topics include acquiring mining claims, utilizing small SMRs, funding strategies, and drawing inspiration from historical figures like Ernest Shackleton.

Jul 12, 2024 • 1h 24min
Evan Tindell (Bireme Capital): The Psychology of Value Investing (Plus poker and tennis)
Guest Evan Tindell from Bireme Capital discusses investor psychology, shorting Costco, lessons from poker, position sizing, betting big on META, SOTP valuation stories, Japanese value stocks, and time allocation in a wide-ranging conversation.

Jul 5, 2024 • 1h 13min
[REPLAY] Lobo Tiggre: Junior Mining Speculation
This is a replay of my 2023 conversation with Lobo Tiggre of Independent Speculator.
Lobo is one of the premier voices in junior mining speculation, and you can tell why throughout this podcast.
Lobo pulls no punches. He tells it like it is -- the good, the bad, and the ugly -- all while educating and entertaining you along the way.
It's a fantastic listen, and one that you will want to listen to multiple times to get the most out of the conversation.
If you like what you heard, go follow him on Twitter @duediligenceguy.
Mitimco
This episode is brought to you by MIT Investment Management Company, also known as MITIMCo, the investment office of MIT. Each year, MITIMCo invests in a handful of new emerging managers who it believes can earn exceptional long-term returns in support of MIT's mission. To help the emerging manager community more broadly, they created emergingmanagers.org, a website for emerging manager stockpickers.
I highly recommend the site for those looking to start a stock-picking fund or just learning about how others have done it. You'll find essays and interviews by successful emerging managers, service providers used by MIT's own managers, essays MITIMCo has written for emerging managers, and more!
TIKR
TIKR is THE BEST resource for all stock market data, I use TIKR every day in my process, and I know you will too. Make sure to check them out at TIKR.com/hive.


