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Behind the Money

Financial Times
Blue Carbon
Carbon Credit Market
Meditation Retreats
Infrastructure
2024 US Presidential Election
United Nations Climate Conference
Financial Times
COP28
Intelligent Failure
Untold
Baidu
Failure
Germany's Economy
Liberia
Riad Salameh
Economic Collapse
Psychological Safety
Regulatory Changes
Interest Rates
Quantitative Easing

Behind the Money takes you inside the business and financial stories of the moment with reporting from Financial Times journalists around the world.

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This week Michela and the FT’s US banking editor, Joshua Franklin, interview the co-creators of the hit television show, Industry. In its fourth season, the show follows the lives of ambitious young people making their way in London's financial centr... more

Raids by the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement have made national headlines. But behind ICE’s operations, a sprawling web of private companies – from global powerhouses to niche family-run businesses – have secured hundreds of millions of dollar... more

Partners Group pursued an innovative approach to private equity: The firm built a business serving a market of individual investors. Now, a recent executive order from US President Donald Trump is set to unlock that marketplace on an even grander sca... more

When the hedge fund Elliott Management pursued the acquisition of the oil refinery business Citgo a few years ago, the deal was already a complicated one. A US court had ordered its current owner, Venezuela, to sell the business, and the country was ... more

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Recent Guests

Richard Thaler
Nobel laureate and pioneer in behavioral economics
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Nick Ephgrave
Head of the SFO, advocating for whistleblower rewards.
Serious Fraud Office
Episode: Whistleblowing in the UK, Ep. 2: Is it ‘British’ to pay whistleblowers?
Suzi Ring
Legal correspondent for the Financial Times.
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Episode: Whistleblowing in the UK, Ep. 2: Is it ‘British’ to pay whistleblowers?
Mary Inman
Prominent lawyer in the corporate whistleblowing space.
Episode: Whistleblowing in the UK, Ep. 2: Is it ‘British’ to pay whistleblowers?
Charlie Ergen
Founder and patriarch of EchoStar
EchoStar
Episode: Elon Musk and the end of a telecom tycoon’s dream
Mohandas Pai
Angel investor and pioneering executive in India's IT industry.
Episode: The unsustainable boom in India’s Silicon Valley
Sanjay Nikanti
Runs Druva Space, a company operating in the space tech industry.
Druva Space
Episode: The unsustainable boom in India’s Silicon Valley
Paul Krugman
Professor at the City University of New York, and self-employed online pundit
City University of New York
Episode: Coming soon: The Wolf-Krugman Exchange
Scott Strazic
CEO of GE Vernova
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Episode: GE Vernova tries to shake its parent’s problems

Host

Michela Tindera
Host of Behind the Money with a focus on financial reporting and corporate insights.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Focus on Fidelity

    The program on Fidelity was interesting. Unfortunately, the presenters did not discuss how Fidelity is likely to address the problems and challenges of selling private equity assets to retail investors and 401k account holders. The issues associated with private equity assets are frequently highlighted in the Financial Times! This foray into the private equity world is not going to end well. A brief mention should have been made about the potential dangers of private equity assets. Similarly, ho... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    ram645
    United States2 months ago
  • Not bad, but superficial

    In almost 30 minutes of discussion about OpenAI no one discussed the obvious. For OpenAI to massively grow revenue they have to stay in the lead. Anthropic, Google, xAI, and even Deepseek will have something to say about that. OpenAIs lead has dwindled, the gap between commercial and freely available AI models has closed, and many competitors have healthy cash flow already.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    HPonFI
    United States3 months ago
  • Good podcast with poor speech quality

    I really enjoy Behind the Money podcasts and this one about GE Vernon is a good example. The podcast provided good information but am sorry to note that the speech quality of Amanda Chu makes it so difficult to understand. Please, please get some speech training, you are a great reporter,

    Michaela Tindera, - keep up the great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    TravenAdventure
    United States10 months ago
  • Biased News is so Dull

    Disappointed not in the firing FCT story but in the complete lack of balance. Editorial team were clearly anti-Trump. Desperately lacking in neutral or balanced reporting. Really just a piece of political activism sold as journalism. Poor.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jimini666
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Stopped listening

    Kinda weird that FT can be so left leaning. Most episodes sound like NPR about financial issues. Not very enjoyable.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    lrhhrl
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Many appreciate the engaging storytelling and depth of financial reporting provided by the hosts, which resonate with their professional interests.
Some listeners express concerns about perceived bias or lack of balance in certain discussions, indicating a desire for more neutral reporting.
There are mixed reviews regarding the host's presentation style, particularly criticism on vocal quality and pace of delivery.
Listeners commend the podcast for its well-researched, informative content that provides strong market analysis.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#50
United Kingdom/Business
Apple Podcasts
#19
United Kingdom/Business
Apple Podcasts
#219
Canada/Business
Apple Podcasts
#116
Australia/Business
Apple Podcasts
#159
Germany/Business
Apple Podcasts
#184
France/Business

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How a private equity pioneer lost its grip on the market it invented
Q: Do you guys think that they will be able to get back to dominating this market that they push to open up?
It's seen as unlikely for Partners Group to regain dominance in the US market amidst competition from larger firms, although their CEO views the overall growth of the market positively regardless of the firm's market share.
How a private equity pioneer lost its grip on the market it invented
Q: What has led investors to opt for Apollo's Evergreen versus Partners Group's?
Brand recognition and higher initial returns from new funds offered by bigger firms like Blackstone and Apollo are influencing investor choices, as they associate these companies with high-octane private equity offers.
Davos’ fight for relevance
Q: So in 2025, it was the first year that the WEF has without its founder. How did that change people's expectations for this year's summit?
There were doubts about the WEF's relevance without Schwab, as he was a major driving force behind its success. People questioned if it still made sense to attend the forum.
Davos’ fight for relevance
Q: Mercedes, you've been reporting for the FT that the WEF has been struggling to maintain its relevance over the past decade or so. So first, what do you mean by that, struggling to maintain its relevance?
Davos has been criticized as a talking shop with powerful people discussing big ideas but not delivering results, evolving into a networking and branding ecosystem somewhat divorced from productive dialogue.
Martin Wolf on the economy in 2026
Q: What are you expecting to see happen with trade policy?
Protectionism is likely to spread to other parts of the world, with Europe expected to become more protectionist.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Behind the Money

What is Behind the Money about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content focuses on notable business and financial stories, unraveling complexities behind significant corporate moves, strategic decisions, and market dynamics. Listeners can expect discussions on diverse topics including corporate governance, whistleblowing, the evolution of technology in business, and intricate dealings within major enterprises. Unique features include insights from seasoned Financial Times journalists, offering an insider perspective on events that shape the global economy. Each episode often draws attention to critical issues affecting industries and the stakeholders within them, ensuring that the audience stays informed on timely subjects that blend finance with storytelling.

With an emphasis on investigative repo... more

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4. Mary Inman
5. Charlie Ergen
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