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Dry Powder: The Private Equity Podcast

Hugh MacArthur, Bain & Company
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Hugh MacArthur, Chairman of Bain & Company's Global Private Equity practice, interviews leading experts on the trends and opportunities that will redefine the private equity industry.

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David Samber
Co-head of Private Equity at Apollo, framed AI as a force multiplier with practical potential
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Episode: Where AI Is (and Isn’t) Creating Value
David Thoms
Partner at Hg, shared practical insights on accelerating adoption through friendly competition
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Episode: Where AI Is (and Isn’t) Creating Value
John Maldonado
Managing Partner, Advent International
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Episode: Pond Skipping w/ Advent International's John Maldonado
Rob Lucas
Chief Executive Officer of CVC
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Episode: Himalayan Heights w/ CVC's Rob Lucas
Pete Stavros
Global Co-Head of Private Equity at KKR
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Episode: Employee Ownership at Scale w/ KKR's Pete Stavros
Peter Stavros
Global Co-Head of Private Equity at KKR
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Episode: The Hard Truth About Operational Excellence w/ KKR's Pete Stavros
Robert Smith
Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Vista Equity Partners
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Episode: Software as a Coworker w/ Vista's Robert Smith
David Sambur
Partner and co-head of Private Equity at Apollo Global Management
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Episode: Buying Well at Scale w/ Apollo’s David Sambur
Peder Prahl
Founding CEO of Triton
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Episode: Buying Before the Theme w/ Triton’s Peder Prahl

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Hugh MacArthur
Host of the show, Chairman of Bain's Global Private Equity Practice

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 468 ratings
  • Peder Prahl interview

    Why interview an alcoholic undignified buffoon with a big ego? Do you not read the news? I am a Limited Partner and could not care less about the opinions and macro views of an old clown who behaves poorly.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Who cares about Peder Prahl?
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Great content, terrible sound

    Please get Hugh a high-quality microphone and hire a sound editor.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    numerounoh
    United States3 years ago
  • Love it, but…!

    I love the podcast, but I kindly suggest investing in a higher-quality microphone, priced between 50-100 USD. The current static noise makes it challenging to hear the content clearly, requiring the surrounding environment to be extremely quiet. A better microphone would greatly enhance the listening experience.”

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ungådom
    Norway3 years ago
  • Packs a punch!

    The engaging hosting style of Hugh, quality of the guests he has on, and the strategies and tactics that are covered in such a short amount of time, all make Dry Powder a true standout. Not everyone has 30-60 minutes but everyone can find 10-20 and I promise you won't regret spending that time here. Thanks so much for putting out such a valuable resource, Hugh - keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kjb0514
    United States3 years ago
  • Incredible podcast!

    This podcast is an incredible resource for anyone looking to stay up to date on all things private equity on a global scale. Hugh is a highly knowledgeable and skilled host and clues you into everything you need to know, now.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maddie@podcastingyou
    United States4 years ago

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Where AI Is (and Isn’t) Creating Value
Q: How are you approaching the balance between experimentation and real-world transformation?
By running parallel pilots at scale, setting governance around data use, and requiring tangible, auditable improvements in portfolio performance before expanding.
Looking Over the Horizon w/ CVC's Rob Lucas
Q: What is your view on the private wealth debate and its fit within CVC's platform?
Private wealth could democratize access to the asset class, providing growth opportunities for new investor channels, as long as performance remains outstanding and capital is managed with discipline.
Looking Over the Horizon w/ CVC's Rob Lucas
Q: How are you navigating the current fundraising environment, especially in the buyout world?
We have raised over 23 billion euros in the last year and have delivered over 50 billion euros back to investors with attractive multiples and IRRs, which underpins LP confidence and continued fundraising.
Himalayan Heights w/ CVC's Rob Lucas
Q: How does the talent model and localized teams help avoid competitive auctions and surface unique opportunities?
He emphasizes high-quality, on-the-ground teams with strong local networks who understand languages, cultures, and market nuances, enabling trust-based, non-auctioned transactions and differentiated access to opportunities.
Himalayan Heights w/ CVC's Rob Lucas
Q: What would you say, to begin with, are the hallmarks of a CVC private equity deal in the buyout space?
Rob Lucas explains that hallmark deals are characterized by deep, pre-existing relationships, long-term engagement with management, and the ability to move quickly, often presenting a high-quality, well-supported proposal to the board that can close under tight timelines.

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The show consistently centers on private equity trends, strategy, and value creation, featuring interviews with senior PE executives, fund managers, and industry operators. Across episodes, conversations span scaling globally, cross-border deal sourcing, operational leverage, LP dynamics, and the evolving role of AI and data analytics in sourcing, underwriting, and portfolio management. Noteworthy threads include the emphasis on alpha through operating improvements, distinctive deal structures, and the balance between disciplined capital deployment and long-horizon value creation. The format often blends practical anecdotes with macro context, making it valuable for practitioners, potential guests, and sponsor audiences seeking deeper insig... more

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