The Deal
The Deal podcast network brings The Deal’s award winning coverage in M&A, activist investing, private equity and restructuring to your airwaves. With a suite of offerings, including Activist Investing Today (hosted by Senior Editor Ronald Orol), Drinks With The Deal (hosted by Senior Writer David Marcus and Senior Reporter Bill Meagher), Behind The Buyouts (hosted by Senior Reporters Steve Gelsi, Nikitha Sattiraju and Senior Writer Chris Nolter) and Fresh Start (hosted by Senior Reporter Stephanie Gleason), The Deal’s podcast network is your go-to source for timely financial news and perspective.
Latest episodes
Aug 9, 2024 • 32min
Activist Investing Today: Gadson Talks ESG, MEI, Post-Election Activism
Vinson & Elkins activism defense adviser Patrick Gadson explains why economic activists aren't leaning into ESG as much and talks about the upcoming federal election's effect on both M&A and operational activism.
Aug 1, 2024 • 44min
Drinks With The Deal: Ropes Chair Jones on Relationship, Firm Management
Julie Jones explains why the Sungard buyout was critical for her career, how she approaches firm management and what she's learned from colleagues and business leaders along the way.
Jul 26, 2024 • 27min
Activist Investing Today: Donahue Talks Vote-No Amid Activism
Sean Donahue, an activist defense adviser with expertise in nontraditional campaigns, delves into the intricacies of 'Vote No' strategies during uncontested elections. He highlights the impact of majority voting systems on board dynamics and the prevalence of 'zombie directors.' Donahue discusses how smaller investors can influence corporate governance through activism, as well as the challenges they face. He also examines procedural defenses companies employ against activists, emphasizing the balance needed between governance improvements and potential activist risks.
Jul 18, 2024 • 22min
Drinks With The Deal: Willkie's Paran Talks Insurance M&A, Changing Cities and Firms
Willkie's attorney PK Paran talks about his journey from criminal law to insurance M&A in New York, reflecting on moving from London, firm transitions, and balancing family life with a passion for sports.
Jul 3, 2024 • 26min
Drinks With The Deal: Kirkland’s Lee Talks About Webtoon IPO, Changes in Legal Industry
Kirkland partner Ed Lee discusses his pride in helping take the media and technology company Webtoon public and how the legal industry has evolved over his career.
Jun 27, 2024 • 19min
Activist Investing Today: Foo Talks Vetting Directors for All Shareholders
Forward Risk co-founder Brendan Foo dismisses assertions that business intelligence advisers to activists are knocking on doors in an aggressive way.
Jun 20, 2024 • 30min
Drinks With The Deal: Alisa Levin on Legal Recruiting and What Makes for Successful Lateral Hiring
In this week’s Drinks With The Deal podcast, Greene-Levin-Snyder's Alisa Levin discusses her career as a legal recruiter and how lawyers and law firms should think about the market for lateral talent.
Jun 6, 2024 • 23min
Drinks With The Deal: Latham’s Bekheit on Lessons Learned From In-House Stint
On the most recent Drinks With The Deal podcast, Mark Bekheit, the global vice chair of M&A at Latham & Watkins, discusses how his brief time as an in-house lawyer at Sandisk was pivotal both for client development and perspective on his career.
May 30, 2024 • 20min
Activist Investing Today: Nardello Digs Up Dirt on Boards, Activists
Dan Nardello, the founder of business intelligence firm Nardello & Co., talks about resume inconsistencies, credit card and corporate jet abuse, and vetting directors in the MeToo era amid activist campaigns.
May 24, 2024 • 50min
Behind the Buyouts: Stride's Berg on Backing Passion Brands
Stride Consumer's partner Steve Berg discusses the firm's investment strategy and the state of consumer M&A in 2024.
