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The Derivative

RCM Alternatives
Risk Management
Alternative Investments
Managed Futures
Volatility
Equities
RCM Alternatives
Interest Rates
Longtail Alpha
Tail Risk Hedging
Zero DTE Options
Market Strategies
Investment Portfolios
Carry Trade
Etfs
Commodities
Options Trading
Hedge Funds
Tortilla Chips
Dynamic Alpha Solutions
Chicago Prop Trading

Welcome to The Derivative by RCM Alternatives, where we dive into what makes alternative investments go, analyze the strategies of unique hedge fund managers, and chat with interesting guests from across the investment world. Hosted by RCM Managing Partner, Jeff Malec, join us to take a ride through the world of alternative investments.

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Buckle up for a wild ride through the markets with Eric Leake, founder of Altus Private Capital, as Jeff Malec explores the investment world with a quantitative maverick who's about to reveal the hidden playbook of market mastery! From analyzing mark... more

Join Jeff Malec and Jason Buck as they dive deep into the inaugural Return Stacked Symposium held at the CBOE in Chicago. They break down key presentations from institutional leaders like Jonathan Glidden and Roxton McNeal, exploring how portable alp... more

Join Jeff Malec as he sits down with Brad Giaimo and Bruce Greig from Q3 Asset Management, two investment pros who turned trading floor grit into a modern, rules-based quant shop helping RIAs build out tactical trading models for clients. From Brad's... more

In this lively episode of The Derivative, Jeff Malec sits down with NASDAQ's Kevin Davitt and Nicholas Smith for a deep dive into the wild world of index options, with a special focus on the NASDAQ 100. These guys break down everything from the evolu... more

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Recent Guests

Suzanne Yoon
Founder and managing partner of Kinzie Capital Partners
Kinzie Capital Partners
Episode: Value Creation Over Financial Engineering: Kinzie Capital’s Suzanne Yoon on Modern Private Equity
Stephane Bernhard
CEO of CAM Multi-Strat Asset Management
ETG Group
Episode: Podshops, Prices, and Physical Flows: A Commodity Trading Framework with Stephane Bernhard of CAM/ETG
Vineer Bhansali
Managing Principal, LongTail Alpha
LongTail Alpha
Episode: WTF is this market? - with Vineer Bhansali of LongTail Alpha
Scott Phillips
CIO of Lavaca Capital, experienced in options and derivatives
Lavaca Capital
Episode: Options give you Options with Scott Phillips of Lavaca Capital
Kurt Nelson
Co-founder and managing partner of SummerHaven Investment Management
SummerHaven Investment Management
Episode: Unlocking the Commodity Risk Premium with Kurt Nelson of SummerHaven
Peter Madsen
CIO of the Utah School and Institutional Trust Funds Office
Episode: General George Cashington had a Dream of a Grand Financial System (a humorous prelude to Season 5)
David Sun
Entrepreneur, trader, fund manager, and podcast host.
Episode: Retail to Institutional: How David Sun Scaled His ODTE Options Strategies
Peter Polanskyj
Head of structured credit at Obra Capital
Obra Capital
Episode: Blending Insurance and Credit Expertise: How Obra Capital Finds Opportunities in Unique Situations
Martin Vestergaard
Expert in volatility trading and market making
Carmika Partners
Episode: Carmika Partners Unpack the August Volatility Spike and Complexities of Options Trading

Host

Jeff Malec
Host of discussions focused on alternative investments and strategies from hedge fund managers and industry experts, aiming to uncover insights from the investment world.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 111 ratings
  • Amazing

    Whoever gave this podcast two stars should have their head examined. 5 stars! Too many amazing guests to name. Keep it up Jeff

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sota_trading
    Canada2 years ago
  • Great volatility group of speakers

    The only problem was in backing up 15 seconds to hear a statement repeated, I was taken to a totally different part of the podcast.

    Minutes separate one push of the 10 second forward control. Tens of minutes on the 15 seconds back control. When the end of the countdown to podcast length came, it kept playing for 24 minutes material already covered.

    This never happens on this cast, and it isn’t my Apple podcast’s problem.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    TheLoneComic
    United States3 years ago
  • Awesome podcast!

    This podcast is a great resource for anyone looking to learn more about the world of investing to enhance their market strategies! Jeff is very knowledgeable and each of his conversations with guests uncovers valuable information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maddie@podcastingyou
    United States3 years ago
  • Great Guests + Interviewer needs improvement

    The guests brought on are incredible and I am grateful overall for the podcast! My suggestion for the interviewer is to not interject so much and talk over the guests. They are intelligent and clearly articulate their points. Let them finish speaking and then follow up. Many Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Matt8363891)3
    United States5 years ago
  • Benn Eifert was great / but host needs to cut the small talk!!

    I like this podcast overall and they have had some great guests. Benn Eifert is one of the most knowledgeable guys in the vol space and it was a great interview.

    One piece of advice to the host => PLEASE cut the small talk at the start of your interviews! In the Benn Eifert interview the first 15mins was small talk about SF vs LA and all sorts of other stuff. People want to get to Benn’s expertise on vol / convexity and not listed to 15mins of chit chat. Please get to the point faster....

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Derivatives Trader
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners commend the podcast for its insightful and knowledgeable guests, offering valuable perspectives on investment strategies.
Overall, the podcast is seen as a great resource for learning about the complexities of investments and market dynamics.
There are some criticisms regarding the interview style, with suggestions for the host to allow guests more space to elaborate on their insights.
The discussions are often described as essential listening for those involved in or keen on alternative investments, reflecting the high quality of content provided.

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The Endowment Playbook: Balancing Long-Term Goals with Current Market Volatility
Q: How do you foresee market volatility impacting your endowment strategies?
Market volatility requires us to be proactive in asset allocation, avoiding excessive risk and remaining flexible for future opportunities.
The Endowment Playbook: Balancing Long-Term Goals with Current Market Volatility
Q: How do you balance public versus private investments?
We evaluate the potential returns and associated risks, prioritizing liquidity and market conditions before allocations.
The Endowment Playbook: Balancing Long-Term Goals with Current Market Volatility
Q: What is your main focus when allocating assets for the Baylor Endowment?
Our main focus is to support academia and to do no harm while trying to achieve the best returns possible.
Trends, Tall Heads, and Transformations with Transtrend’s Harold de Boer
Q: So do you guys filter out any markets or you are saying as many markets as we can put into the universe?
We don't filter out markets based on historical performance; however, we do avoid trading certain markets due to geopolitical factors or reliability issues.
Trends, Tall Heads, and Transformations with Transtrend’s Harold de Boer
Q: What was your big takeaway? Like trend following became the takeaway, or there were steps in between there?
The conclusion was that while cointegration can be beneficial, it is risky to apply this approach on multiple markets simultaneously without careful consideration.

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Content centers on alternative investments, emphasizing strategies and insights from hedge fund managers and finance professionals. Episodes feature discussions on current market trends, investment strategies, risk management, and the intricacies of various financial assets, including commodities, private equity, and cryptocurrencies. Notably, the podcast highlights expert interviews that offer diverse perspectives on navigating today's investment landscape, making it a valuable resource for both beginners and experienced investors alike. The conversational style, combined with in-depth analyses, often uncovers unique opportunities and challenges within the financial markets, catering to those keen on enhancing their investment strategies.

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2. Stephane Bernhard
3. Vineer Bhansali
4. Scott Phillips
5. Kurt Nelson
6. Peter Madsen
7. David Sun
8. Peter Polanskyj

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