

Chai with Pabrai
Mohnish Pabrai
Mohnish Pabrai is the founder and Managing Partner of the Pabrai Investments Funds, the founder and CEO of Dhandho Funds, and the author of The Dhandho Investor and Mosaic: Perspectives on Investing.
Views expressed on Chai with Pabrai are exclusively those of Mohnish Pabrai and not of any affiliated firm or organization.
Views expressed on Chai with Pabrai are exclusively those of Mohnish Pabrai and not of any affiliated firm or organization.
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Apr 23, 2024 • 1h 4min
Mohnish Pabrai's Q&A session with Dakshana scholars at the JNV Kottayam on December 21, 2023
Mohnish Pabrai engages with Dakshana scholars, sharing insights on parental support and its impact on success. He discusses the Dakshana model and the importance of determination in overcoming challenges. The concept of the 'Rule of 72' adds financial wisdom to the mix. Pabrai emphasizes the value of giving back and the need to maintain a strong inner scorecard versus an outer one. His personal journey from education to entrepreneurship inspires the audience, while practical challenges of the Dakshana initiative highlight the path ahead.
Apr 23, 2024 • 51min
Mohnish Pabrai's Q&A session with Dakshana scholars at the JNV Bangalore (Rural) on December 24, 2023
Discover the power of compounding through engaging anecdotes and surprising encounters with Warren Buffett. Explore the complexities of educational funding and the caste reservation system in India while overcoming challenges in supporting underprivileged students. Learn about cloning successful business models and personal growth sparked by notable investors like Peter Lynch. An exciting investment opportunity in a Turkish company demonstrates market potential, blending the pursuit of passion with the thrill of financial strategies.
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Apr 15, 2024 • 51min
Mohnish Pabrai's session with YPO's Mosaic Chapter on March 20, 2024
Mohnish Pabrai shares insights from his friendship with Charlie Munger, discussing human cloning, Microsoft, See's Candies, and Charlie's influence on Warren Buffett. Topics include reciprocation theory, investment discussions, a lifetime ban at a casino, 'Poor Charlie's Almanack', and Charlie's inheritance.
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Mar 22, 2024 • 46min
Mohnish Pabrai's Session with Columbia Business School (CSIMA) on February 14, 2024
Mohnish Pabrai, an investor and fund manager, shares insights on Berkshire's decisions, See’s Candies, and the evolution of his investment philosophy. He discusses evaluating businesses, the auto dealership industry, coal mines, and the importance of starting the investment journey early.
Mar 13, 2024 • 49min
Mohnish Pabrai's Session at the SumZero Virtual Investor Summit 2024 on February 8, 2024
In the podcast, they discuss tech giants like Google and Microsoft, a dinner with Bill Gates, investing in coal, challenges faced by auto OEMs, a high office vacancy rate, macroeconomic factors, and insights on Charlie Munger's partnership with Warren Buffett.
Feb 22, 2024 • 48min
Mohnish Pabrai's Q&A at London School of Economics on January 30, 2024
Mohnish Pabrai, a prominent figure in value investing and author of 'The Dhandho Investor,' shares insights during a lively Q&A at the London School of Economics. He discusses the importance of evaluating management, analyzing investment opportunities like Stellantis amid the EV transition, and the need to be a 'shameless cloner' in investing. Pabrai emphasizes learning from mentors and simplifying strategies, while also exploring unusual opportunities in sectors like coal, challenging conventional ESG norms.
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Feb 12, 2024 • 2h 20min
Presentation and Q&A at FLAME University on December 25, 2023
Mohnish Pabrai, investor and presenter at Flame University, discusses various investment topics including valuations, portfolio sizing, investing in global markets, and his friendship with Charlie Munger and Warren Buffett.
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Feb 9, 2024 • 33min
Mohnish Pabrai's Interview at Morningstar, The Investor's Mind on December 1, 2023
In a captivating discussion, Mohnish Pabrai shares insights on the art of investing, emphasizing the importance of personal experiences and resilience. He reflects on navigating the global financial crisis and the impact of philanthropy. With anecdotes from lunch with Buffett and breaking bread with Charlie Munger, he highlights trust in relationships and the balance between inner and outer validation. Pabrai also explores personal joy through activities like playing bridge, showcasing the significance of intentionality in life.
Jan 23, 2024 • 54min
Mohnish Pabrai's Q&A at Oxford University - Oxford Alpha Fund on November 21, 2023
Mohnish Pabrai, an investor and speaker, shares his journey in investing, the importance of evaluating management teams, and his experiences in philanthropy. He also gives advice to students and discusses the impact of his philanthropic investments.
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Jan 9, 2024 • 43min
Mohnish Pabrai's Q&A at Clemson University - Wall Street South Investment Club on November 13, 2023
Mohnish Pabrai, renowned investor and founder of Pabrai Investment Funds, answers questions at Clemson University. Topics include auction-driven markets, Berkshire's PetroChina investment, anomaly-based investing, investing in Turkey, car dealerships, lunch with Warren and Charlie, and the benefits of concentrated holdings.


