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Episode 90

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John Connaughton

Bain Capital

John Connaughton reflects on the firm's evolution into one of the world's leading private equity firms, sharing insights on leadership, investing for exceptional returns, and Bain Capital's commitment to remaining privately held.

July 13, 2026 56:43
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Episode 10

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Sean Mooney

BluWave

Interview with Sean Mooney, Founder and CEO of BluWave, on private equity trends and business model.

October 5, 2021 41 min 18 sec

Episode 9

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Dave McIntyre

Centra Industries

Former Centra CEO Dave McIntyre discusses his company's acquisition, investment, and 2012 exit to PCC.

September 8, 2021 39 min 16 sec

Episode 8

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Glenn Oken

Mangrove Equity Partners

Glenn Oken of Mangrove Equity Partners discusses their operational approach and focus on $2M-$8M EBITDA.

July 29, 2021 38 min 45 sec

Episode 7

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Graeme Frazier

Private Capital Research

Graeme Frazier of GF Data & Private Capital Research shares views as a middle market practitioner and analyst.

July 14, 2021 32 min 4 sec

Episode 6

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Tom Danis

RCP Advisors

Tom Danis, Jr. of RCP Advisors discusses "fund of funds" investing and changes in return expectations.

June 28, 2021 35 min 4 sec

Episode 5

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Pam Hendrickson

The Riverside Company

Pam Hendrickson discusses Riverside's evolution, ESG investing, and her passion for cooking.

June 11, 2021 34 min 38 sec

Episode 4

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Phil Colaco

Deloitte Corporate Finance

Phil Colaco on entrepreneurship, technology, career, inclusion, and philanthropy. Charlie & Andy compete.

May 27, 2021 44 min 19 sec

Episode 3

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Joe Watkins

Hagelin Flavor Technologies

Joe Watkins shares 40 years of flavors & fragrances industry experience, challenges, and rewards.

April 30, 2021 36 min 40 sec

Episode 2

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Peter Kaufman

Gordian Group

Peter Kaufman of Gordian Group discusses M&A, restructuring, wine investments, and golf journalism.

April 16, 2021 44 min 0 sec

Episode 1

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Michele Masucci

Nixon Peabody

Michele Masucci on healthcare during the pandemic, and defending a college classmate.

April 2, 2021 38 min 16 sec
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Meet our hosts

Hosted by longtime friends and industry veterans Charlie Gifford of New Heritage Capital and Andy Greenberg of Greenberg Variations Capital, Middle Market Musings blends insight with humor – equal parts informative and entertaining.

While Charlie and Andy have no plans to quit their day jobs (or become media darlings), the podcast has struck a chord with listeners, lasting far longer than even they expected—and showing no signs of slowing down. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

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