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The Business Brew

Bill Brewster
Digitalbridge
Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Investment Strategies
Morgan Stanley
Innovation
Oppfi
Spirit Merger
Lithium
Copper
Mining Industry
Nintendo
North American Construction
Management Styles
Bureaucracy
Data Centers
Private Equity
Subprime Lending
Credit Access
Interest Rate Caps
Market Analysis

Welcome to The Business Brew This podcast’s mission is to dig deep into the thought patterns and analysis of investors and business people. The podcast stemmed from Bill Brewster consistently feeling like he was listening to prepackaged material while listening to podcasts. Instead, he wanted long form, in depth, discussions about finance, capital allocation, and the psychology of investing/busine... more

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Andrew Freedman, Communications Analyst at Hedgeye Risk Management, stops by to discuss his experience integrating AI in his life. Bill contacted Andrew after Andrew tweeted "So many (very smart) people still can’t grasp the implications of AI…" This... more

The one and only John Huber stops by The Business Brew. John runs Saber Capital Management. Bill found John through Base Hit Investing back in the day. Today you can follow John's writing at Basehitinvesting.substack.com.

Bill admires John's mental ... more

Andy Constan stops by to discuss today's US macro backdrop. Importantly, this discuss was recorded on 4/24. Since then the narrative around the tax bill has gotten incrementally more stimulative. Do what you will with that information.

Bill reached ... more

Bill Chen returns for a third time. Bill focuses on "hard assets," with a specific focus on real estate. The conversation winds from some macro (from 15 minutes to 22ish minutes) to more REIT specific ideas (after 24 minutes).

Please note, some of ... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Freedman
Equity Research Analyst at Hedgeye Risk Management, with a focus on TMT and healthcare.
Hedgeye Risk Management
Episode: Andrew Freedman - AI Insights, Integration, and Best Practices
John Huber
Founder of Saber Capital Management and writer of the blog Base Hit Investing
Saber Capital Management
Episode: John Huber - Mental Flexibility and Trying To Win The Game
Andy Constan
Seasoned investor with experience at Bridgewater and Salomon Brothers
Episode: Andy Constan on Today's Macro Backdrop
Jingshu Zhang
Investor with a focus on Chinese equities and financial sector
Gini Value Amassments
Episode: China's Investment Potential: A Deep Dive with Jingshu Zhang
Evan Tindell
Ex-MIT graduate and former poker player, currently runs Bireme Capital
Bireme Capital
Episode: Evan Tindell Returns: Navigating Investment Challenges & Opportunities in 2025
Devin Anderson
Co-founder of an investment advisory firm and competitive shooter.
Episode: Unlocking Unconscious Performance in Sports
Le Shrub
Anonymous investor and Twitter personality known for unconventional approaches to investing.
Episode: Bespoke Investing and Unconventional Wisdom with Le Shrub
Larry Hosenthaler
Portfolio manager for First Eagle Alternative Credit
First Eagle
Episode: Larry Hozenthaler - Private Credit Risks and Opportunities
Alex Morris
Author of "Buffett and Munger Unscripted" and investment researcher.
TSOH Investment Research
Episode: Alex Morris - Buffettology

Host

Bill Brewster
Host and private investor interested in in-depth discussions of finance, capital allocation, and the psychology of investing. Influenced by noted investors and committed to delivering comprehensive analyses of investment strategies.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 586 ratings
  • Tom Morgan episode

    Welcome to the woo club, Bill! 😘

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ADHD Fin Advisor
    United States5 months ago
  • ETF Stacking with Cory

    Bill outstanding interview, good questions. Very interesting concepts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BadDebt
    Canadaa year ago
  • Highly recommended for business peepz like me!

    A true value-based podcast! Thanks for sharing non-fluff education about business and investing, Bill. I appreciate your episode, A Micro Perspective with Ian Cassel, the conversations are insightful and engaging. More power to this show and looking forward to more of your episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YourMarketingPartner
    Philippines2 years ago
  • I always learn something new

    Bill -thanks for your continued effort in putting this podcast together. I walk away having learned something new nearly every podcast. The variety of guests is a plus, and asking great, clarifying questions for someone like me who doesn’t work in Finance is greatly appreciated.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KPCA99
    United States2 years ago
  • Great pod

    Great content, seems like a nice guy

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    11256HF
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the depth and lack of fluff in the discussions, often highlighting how much they learn from each episode.
Some critiques focus on the host's personal connections overpowering the content at times, but these are outnumbered by positive reviews.
The host's engaging interview style and selection of high-profile guests are frequently praised, contributing to a positive listening experience.
Comments suggest an appreciation for the long-form format, allowing for detailed insights that are often missing from other finance podcasts.

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#162
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#234
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#39
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#166
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#212
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#215
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Andrew Freedman - AI Insights, Integration, and Best Practices
Q: What do we think this does to employment?
A lot of jobs today will go away due to automation, but the technology is moving so quickly that retraining may not keep pace, leading to structural unemployment.
Andy Constan on Today's Macro Backdrop
Q: So, what do you think is going on with gold?
Andy discusses how gold is seen as a store of value, especially as some investors diversify away from the dollar, though he notes the challenges in trading gold.
Andy Constan on Today's Macro Backdrop
Q: Knowing what you know now, your younger self was a stock picker. Now you understand Macro better. Do you wish that your younger self understood the Macro better?
Andy explains that while he didn't pick stocks in a traditional sense, he traded a lot of single names and emphasizes that being aware of macroeconomic conditions is crucial for better investment decisions.
China's Investment Potential: A Deep Dive with Jingshu Zhang
Q: How do you navigate language barriers with Chinese companies when investing?
Most US-listed Chinese ADRs have English reporting which alleviates the concern around translation issues in understanding their operations.
China's Investment Potential: A Deep Dive with Jingshu Zhang
Q: How do you think about the US applying incremental pressure to the Chinese economy, and how does that affect your portfolio holdings?
Despite market pressures, I navigate using cheapness and shareholder friendliness as a protection mechanism when investing in China.

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Focused on extensive discussions about finance, investment strategies, and the psychology behind business and investing, this podcast provides a platform for insightful conversations with a range of guests from portfolio managers to private investors. Each episode typically features deep dives into specific investment philosophies, emerging market trends, and practical insights drawn from personal experiences in the financial sector. The long-form format allows for a comprehensive exploration of topics, inviting listeners to understand the nuances of capital allocation and the decision-making processes of seasoned investors.

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Recent guests on The Business Brew include:

1. Andrew Freedman
2. John Huber
3. Andy Constan
4. Jingshu Zhang
5. Evan Tindell
6. Devin Anderson
7. Le Shrub
8. Larry Hosenthaler

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