In this monthly book club edition of Yet Another Value Podcast, host Andrew Walker is joined by Byrne Hobart of The Diff and Capital Gains to unpack Ray Dalio’s latest book, How Countries Go Broke: The Big Cycl e. The pair probe Dalio’s sweeping macroeconomic theories, debt cycles, historical analogies, and technology’s role in shaping the future. They scrutinize the credibility of Dalio’s claims, the real-world implications of sovereign debt risks, and the potential misapplications of macro tra...
Jun 26, 2025•1 hr 7 min
In this episode of Yet Another Value Podcast, host Andrew Walker is joined by Guowei from the substack "Yummy Century Stocks" for an extensive discussion on EchoStar (SATS). They dig into the company’s complex structure, diving deep into its failing satellite and pay TV segments, and the potential trapped value in its wireless spectrum assets. The conversation unpacks regulatory drama with the FCC, speculation around a Trump Mobile tie-in, and the looming potential for bankruptcy. With both long...
Jun 24, 2025•1 hr 11 min
In this episode of Yet Another Value Podcast, host Andrew Walker welcomes back Bill Chen of Rhizome Partners, one of the platform's most popular and deeply knowledgeable guests in real estate investing. Fresh from attending NAREIT, Bill unpacks trends across the public and private real estate sectors, offering a unique vantage on REIT performance, multifamily fundamentals, and the developing divergence in valuation metrics. The discussion spans topics from rent regulation in New York, to capital...
Jun 19, 2025•1 hr 17 min
In this episode of Yet Another Value Podcast, host Andrew Walker welcomes back Brian Finn of Findell Capital for his fourth appearance. Brian, owning approximately 10% of Oportun Financial (OPRT), discusses his ongoing proxy battle to reform the company’s board. He explains how Oportun’s shift from a focused lender to an unfocused “fintech empire” led to operational bloat and shareholder destruction. The discussion probes governance failures, board entrenchment, and the recent removal of a high-...
Jun 16, 2025•46 min
In this episode of Yet Another Value Podcast, host Andrew Walker returns with Aaron Chan from Recurve Capital to explore Cogent Communications (CCOI). Aaron breaks down the legacy internet business, the Sprint wireline acquisition, and the complex financial transformation underway. The conversation highlights CEO Dave Schaeffer’s strategic vision, market dynamics in enterprise telecom, and the network’s long-term potential. They analyze network architecture, discuss operational efficiency, and e...
Jun 11, 2025•1 hr 26 min
In this episode of Yet Another Value Podcast, host Andrew Walker speaks with Ben Kelleran of Kontrarian Korner to discuss Sable Offshore, a company attempting to revive the Santa Ynez oil unit off the California coast. They explore the high-stakes nature of this investment, dissect the complex legal battles with California regulators, and assess the upside potential of the project if full production is achieved. The conversation covers Sable's SPAC history, economics, leadership, refinancing pla...
Jun 06, 2025•55 min
In this edition of the Yet Another Value Podcast Book Club, host Andrew Walker reunites with Byrne Hobart of The Diff to revisit The Snowball, Alice Schroeder’s biography of Warren Buffett. Triggered by Buffett’s recent retirement, the two reflect on how their views have evolved since first reading the book in their 20s. They unpack Buffett’s complex personal life, his early financial maneuvers, near-catastrophic risks, and lasting investment philosophies. Key discussions include Buffett’s detac...
Jun 04, 2025•1 hr 15 min
In this episode of Yet Another Value Podcast, host Andrew Walker speaks with Darren McLean of Muddy Waters about investing in the mining sector. Darren shares how informational edges and a deep understanding of data can yield outsized returns in a space often overlooked by generalists. They discuss the inefficiencies in mining markets, the value of unconventional data analysis, and why mining offers compelling alpha for those willing to do the work. Darren also explores the evolution of mining c...
Jun 03, 2025•55 min
In this episode of Yet Another Value Podcast, host Andrew Walker speaks with Nic Bustamante, founder of FinTool, an AI-powered platform designed for equity analysts and investors. They probe how AI is transforming investment workflows, from memo creation to screening and qualitative analysis. Nic shares examples of institutional adoption, discusses nuanced challenges like bias in management conversations, and forecasts how AI could evolve investor roles. Whether you're deeply entrenched in AI or...
May 29, 2025•1 hr 8 min
In this episode of Yet Another Value Podcast, host Andrew Walker is joined by Doug Garber, founder of the Pitch the PM podcast, to dissect Mammoth Energy (TUSK). They explore TUSK's mammoth (pun intended) cash holdings relative to its market cap, past challenges including fracking and Puerto Rico operations, and the implications of recent asset sales. Doug shares insights into TUSK's business segments, corporate governance under Wexford, and potential capital allocation strategies. They also dis...
May 26, 2025•52 min
In this episode of Yet Another Value Podcast, host Andrew Walker shares a keynote Q&A from the Showcase Vegas event with returning guest Artem Fokin of Caro-Kann Capital. Artem breaks down his concept of “superpowers” in investing—an individual’s unique edge based on comparative advantage—and how it shapes portfolio decisions. The discussion extends into sell discipline, including identifying when a thesis is broken and handling emotional pitfalls during drawdowns. Artem also touches on eval...
May 21, 2025•34 min
In this episode of Yet Another Value Podcast, host Andrew Walker interviews the first-year Columbia MBA team who unanimously won the 18th Annual Pershing Square Challenge with their investment thesis on Carlisle Companies (CSL). The team—Tuan, Dimitry, and Erik—shares their detailed research into the commercial roofing giant, exploring its competitive moats, sticky customer relationships, management alignment, valuation framework, and opportunities for expansion. They discuss their firsthand tra...
May 19, 2025•1 hr 4 min
In this May 2025 edition of Yet Another Value Podcast, host Andrew Walker shares a range of thoughts in his monthly solo ramble. He opens with macro commentary on market resilience post-"Liberation Day" and ongoing CEO uncertainty. He transitions to the role of AI in investing, using analogies from sports to explore how AI may alter investor success profiles. Andrew dives into how management teams' sales skills can mislead investors and shares his growing skepticism from biotech engagements. The...
May 14, 2025•35 min
In this episode of Yet Another Value Podcast, host Andrew Walker welcomes back Cliff Sosin of CAS Investment Partners for his second appearance. Known for his concentrated, long-term investing approach, Cliff discusses the unique characteristics of Carvana's lending model, the intricacies of subprime finance, and why he believes Carvana's comeback story deserves a closer look. The conversation explores Cliff's investment philosophy, alternative data use, and risk management, while diving deep in...
May 08, 2025•1 hr 25 min
In this episode of the Yet Another Value Podcast FinTwit Book Club, Andrew Walker is joined by Byrne Hobart of The Diff to discuss Clashing Over Commerce, a sweeping political and economic history of U.S. trade policy. Against the backdrop of current debates on tariffs, they explore how deeply tariffs shaped American politics, the surprising economic nuance found in 19th-century policy, and the recurring tensions between protectionism and free trade. From supply chain shifts to presidential powe...
May 02, 2025•1 hr 1 min
In this episode of Yet Another Value Podcast, host Andrew Walker shares a webinar conversation with Thomas Li, CEO and co-founder of Daloopa, diving into how AI is transforming the workflows of fundamental investors. They explore real-world applications across hedge funds and investment banks, highlighting both the promise and current limitations of large language models in financial analysis. From note synthesis to risk modeling and center book evaluations, Thomas outlines the practical realiti...
Apr 30, 2025•1 hr 6 min
In this month’s episode of Yet Another Value Podcast, host Andrew Walker goes solo with his April Ramble, recorded just before a whirlwind travel schedule kicks off. He opens with an update on KROS, a position he's long, discussing the company’s surprising move to evaluate strategic alternatives and what it reveals about investor skepticism in the busted biotech space. Andrew continues with a candidcritique of the biotech sector’s structural inefficiencies, urging investors to push harder on cor...
Apr 15, 2025•28 min
In this episode of Yet Another Value Podcast, host Andrew Walker returns for a solo discussion on Keros Therapeutics (KROS), a biotech firm navigating a dramatic fall from grace. Once buoyed by hopes for its leading drug Cybo (KER-012), KROS is now reeling from halted trials and a steep drop in share price. Andrew lays out the case for why this company, despite setbacks, may still hold considerable value. He explores KROS's licensing deal with Takeda, their significant cash reserves, and questio...
Apr 09, 2025•35 min
In this episode of Yet Another Value Podcast, host Andrew Walker welcomes back Marc Chalfin of Windward Capital to discuss Turtle Beach. Known for its gaming headsets and peripherals, Turtle Beach is at the center of a compelling capital allocation story. Marc outlines why the company’s recent PDP acquisition, aggressive buyback strategy, and positioning ahead of the Nintendo Switch refresh and GTA VI release create a rare opportunity. He also breaks down the company’s corporate turnaround, supp...
Apr 08, 2025•46 min
In this episode of Yet Another Value Podcast, host Andrew Walker welcomes back Adam Patinkin of David Capital for his third appearance—this time for a much-requested update on British homebuilder and regeneration specialist Vistry (RY). Adam originally laid out a bold thesis in early 2024 that Vistry’s transition to a pure-play partnerships business could mirror the NVR success story. But after a string of profit warnings and a collapsing share price, listeners wanted answers. Adam walks through...
Apr 05, 2025•1 hr 1 min
In this episode of Yet Another Value Podcast, host Andrew Walker welcomes back Mordechai, head of Focus Capital Advisers, for his third appearance. They unpack what Mordechai calls the greatest acquisition of all time—Valeura Energy's buyout of Gulf of Thailand oil assets. The two deals, acquired at rock-bottom prices, now generate more than their cost in monthly free cash flow. Mordechai explains theasset's unusual geology, the long-tail economics of its reserves, and why the market still doesn...
Apr 02, 2025•1 hr 1 min
In this episode of the Yet Another Value Podcast Monthly Book Club, host Andrew Walker is joined by Byrne Hobart, author of The Diff newsletter, to discuss Diary of a Very Bad Year: Confessions of an Anonymous Hedge Fund Manager. The conversation explores the book’s candid insights from a hedge fund manager navigating the 2008 financial crisis. Andrew and Byrne dig into the accuracy of predictions made in real time, the psychology of uncertainty, and the relevance of past financial mistakes to t...
Apr 01, 2025•1 hr 6 min
Adam Patinkin, CFA, Managing Partner at David Capital Partners, LLC, joins the podcast to discuss his thesis on Lifecore Biomedical, Inc. (NASDAQ: LFCR), a fully integrated contract development and manufacturing organization (“CDMO”). For more information about David Capital Partners, please visit: https://davidpartners.com/ Chapters: [0:00] Introduction + Episode sponsor: Fintool [2:23] Who is David Capital and why $LFCR is interesting to Adam [6:16] $LFCR history [12:55] What is a CDMO (Contra...
Mar 31, 2025•1 hr 12 min
Chris Waller, Founder and CIO at Plural Investing, joins the podcast for the third time to discuss his thesis on Seaport Entertainment Group Inc. (NYSE American: SEG), whose focus is to deliver unparalleled experiences through a combination of restaurant, entertainment, sports, retail and hospitality offerings integrated into one-of-a-kind real estate that redefine entertainment and hospitality. For more information about Plural Invest, please visit: https://www.pluralinvesting.com/ Plural Inves...
Mar 24, 2025•1 hr 10 min
Welcome to the March 2025 edition of Andrew's Random Ramblings on the Yet Another Value Podcast. Once a month, Andrew will share thoughts on a few topics - this episode includes: the market sell off, relationships with management teams - pros and cons, activism and corporate governance, and where to live Chapters: [0:00] Introduction + Episode sponsor: Daloopa [2:30] The market sell off [15:45] Developing relationships with management teams [22:02] Corporate governance and activism [25:26] Where...
Mar 21, 2025•32 min
Jordan McNamee, Founder and CIO of Optimist Fund, joins the podcast to share his thesis on ThredUp Inc. (Nasdaq: TDUP, LTSE: TDUP), one of the largest online resale platforms for apparel, shoes, and accessories. For more information about Optimist Fund, please visit: https://www.optimistfund.com/ Chapters: [0:00] Introduction + Episode sponsor: Daloopa [1:39] What is ThredUp $TDUP and why they are interesting to Jordan [13:45] Why is this going to be a good business in the long-term [18:16] Why ...
Mar 19, 2025•59 min
Simon Kold, Author of "On the Hunt for Great Companies" and Founder & Portfolio Manager at Kold Investments, joins the podcast to discuss what makes a great company based on his research and writing of his new book, "On the Hunt for Great Companies." You can buy your copy of Simon's new book, "On the Hunt for Great Companies" here: https://www.amazon.com/Hunt-Great-Companies-Evaluating-Durability/dp/1394285744 Chapters: [0:00] Introduction + Episode sponsor: Fintool [2:30] Why Simon decided ...
Mar 14, 2025•48 min
Alex Morris, Author of "Buffett and Munger Unscripted" and Owner & Analyst at TSOH Investment Research, joins the podcast to discuss the 2024 Berkshire Annual Letter. You can buy your copy of Alex's new book, "Buffett and Munger Unscripted" here: hhttps://amzn.to/4asUWNi Chapters: [0:00] Introduction + Episode sponsor: Fintool [2:40] Alex's initial thoughts on Berkshire's 2024 annual letter [4:23] Was there anything different for Alex reading the letter this year (having worked on the Buffet...
Mar 11, 2025•48 min
Welcome to the latest edition of Yet Another Value Podcast's Book Club. Once a month, Andrew and co-host, Byrne Hobart, will discuss their thoughts on the book, "Advanced Portfolio Management: A Quant's Guide for Fundamental Investors" by Giuseppe A. Paleologo. See Byrne's writing at: https://www.thediff.co/ "Advanced Portfolio Management: A Quant's Guide for Fundamental Investors" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Advanced-Portfolio-Management-Fundamental-Investors/dp/1119789796 Chapters: [0:00...
Mar 05, 2025•54 min
Welcome to the February 2025 edition of Andrew's Random Ramblings on the Yet Another Value Podcast. Once a month, Andrew will share thoughts on a few topics - this episode includes: Libra and Argentina, some things you've learned that changed your mind recently, lucky or unlucky stocks and doing hands-on research and personal experience. Chapters: [0:00] Introduction + Episode sponsor: Alphasense [2:45] Libra and Argentina [7:38] Changing your mind [16:32] Lucky or unlucky stocks [18:46] Hands-o...
Feb 28, 2025•29 min
