The Deal
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.
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Aug 29, 2024 • 36min
Drinks With The Deal: Gores Group's Mark Stone Talks Twinkies De-SPAC
Gores Group's Senior Managing Director Mark Stone discusses the private equity firm's approach to the SPAC market and his perspective on recent developments in the sector as well as Gores' very successful de-SPAC of Twinkies maker Hostess Brands. Guest hosted by Bill Meagher, senior reporter.
Aug 23, 2024 • 28min
Activist Investing Today: Freedman Talks Gildan Red Flags, Darden Similarities
Olshan Frome shareholder activism practice chair Andrew Freedman offers a postmortem of sorts on why 17 directors in two waves resigned ahead of a Browning West director contest at Canadian clothing company Gildan.
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Aug 15, 2024 • 34min
Drinks With The Deal: Linklaters’ George Casey Talks Cross-Border M&A
George Casey, Global Chairman of Corporate at Linklaters and M&A educator at Penn, unpacks his 30-year journey in cross-border deals. He shares insights on navigating the complexities of international regulations and the evolution of M&A practices. Casey recounts the political sensitivities faced during a $17 billion deal amid the 2007 financial crisis. He also reflects on the challenges and rewards of teaching these intricate topics, alongside his recent transition to Linklaters and the firm's culture in the U.S. legal market.
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.
