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Shareholder Primacy

Free Float Media Inc.
Activist Investing
Corporate Governance
Securities Law
Tesla
Delaware Corporate Law
Ben & Jerry's
Mergers and Acquisitions
Corporate Law
Shareholder Democracies
Elon Musk
Social Responsibility
Broadridge
Caremark Doctrine
Empty Voting
Fiduciary Duty
SEC Climate Change Disclosure Rules
Shareholder Primacy
Unilever
Proxy Voting
Proxy Contests

From activist investor and advisor Mike Levin and Colorado Law professor Ann Lipton, Shareholder Primacy is a podcast about activist investing, securities law, and all the ways the financial and legal worlds intersect and collide in real life.

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Ann and Mike talk about majority vote standard proposals and amending bylaws and certificates of incorporation

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Ann and Mike talk about M&A litigation in a recent important case and whether corporations are people

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Ann and Mike talk about the SEC’s new position on mandatory arbitration for federal securities claims.

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Ann and Mike talk about whether companies will still need to report quarterly financials and a new ExxonMobil proxy voting plan for retail shareholders

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Recent Guests

Francine McKenna
Writer, lecturer, and observer of public accounting and corporate governance
The Dig (Substack)
Episode: Francine McKenna, The Dig
Andrew Droste
Global Head of Corporate Governance at Columbia Threadneedle
Columbia Threadneedle Investments
Episode: Andrew Droste, Columbia Threadneedle
Professor Joe Grundfest
William A. Franke Professor Emeritus of Law and Business at Stanford Law
Stanford University
Episode: Prof. Joe Grundfest and attorney Joel Fleming on Delaware contingency fees
Joel Fleming
Partner at Equity Litigation Group specializing in plaintiff-side shareholder litigation
Equity Litigation Group
Episode: Prof. Joe Grundfest and attorney Joel Fleming on Delaware contingency fees
Brian Highsmith
Lecturer and academic fellow in law and political economy
Harvard Law School
Episode: Company towns with Brian Highsmith, Harvard Law School
Nell Minow
Independent activist investor and advisor to institutional investors on corporate governance
Value Edge Advisors
Episode: Nell Minow, ValueEdge Advisors
Sarah Haan
Law professor at Washington & Lee Law School
Washington & Lee Law School
Episode: Sarah Haan, Washington & Lee School of Law
Jeff Gramm
Founder of Bandera Partners and author of 'Dear Chairman'
Bandera Partners
Episode: Jeff Gramm, Bandera Partners
Adriana Robertson
Professor at the University of Chicago Law School
University of Chicago
Episode: AGM control with Adriana Robertson and Slava Fos

Hosts

Mike Levin
Independent activist investor and advisor with extensive knowledge in the field of corporate governance and shareholder advocacy.
Ann Lipton
Professor of law specializing in securities and business law, with significant insights into corporate governance and the legal challenges facing shareholders.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • Interrupting guest

    His ability to interrupt Lauren Thomas every sentence was impressive

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    tedshred96
    United States8 months ago
  • Love this podcast!

    Really great insights

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WithAnE1819
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good podcast

    Good stuff from a real live investor and a sharp finance professor — great perspectives !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stephen Grishnackh
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great

    Intriguing takes, couple of really sharp financial minds

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    schmoolevin19
    United Statesa year ago

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Some feedback reflects dissatisfaction with the pacing and dynamics during discussions, pointing out instances where the conversation could be more engaging.
Listeners appreciate the depth of knowledge shared on activist investing and securities law, making complex topics accessible.
Positive reviews highlight the insightful perspectives from experienced hosts in the finance and law sectors.

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#97
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#110
Poland/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#166
Brazil/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#186
Chile/Business/Investing

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How activists and companies make life hard for each other
Q: What are some examples of what we've seen that activists and companies kind of do to each other?
Companies and activists often employ clever and devious tactics against each other, such as bylaw amendments that change voting thresholds for contested elections.
Advance notice bylaws with Ben Bates
Q: What recommendations do you have for regulatory changes regarding advanced notice bylaws?
Some recommendations include requiring shareholder votes on all election-related bylaws and allowing activists time to cure deficiencies in their nominations.
Advance notice bylaws with Ben Bates
Q: What are some of the findings from your research on advanced notice bylaws?
The findings indicate that advanced notice bylaws have become more complex and longer over the years, with companies adopting stricter disclosure requirements. Additionally, companies targeted by activists generally have tougher bylaws, and large firms have been leading the innovation in their bylaws.

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Focused on the intersection of activist investing, securities law, and corporate governance, discussions typically explore current events, case studies, and major players influencing the financial and legal sectors. The content often features detailed analyses of controversies surrounding high-profile companies, legislative changes, and the dynamics between investors and corporate boards. Noteworthy is the approach taken to dissect the legal complexities within real-world examples, allowing listeners to gain a nuanced understanding of the challenges and nuances faced by shareholders today. This podcast is likely to appeal to those interested in finance, law, and business ethics, providing them with critical insights from industry experts.

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1. Francine McKenna
2. Andrew Droste
3. Professor Joe Grundfest
4. Joel Fleming
5. Brian Highsmith
6. Nell Minow
7. Sarah Haan
8. Jeff Gramm

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