Best Municipal Bonds Podcasts (2024)

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David of MacKay Shields Talks High Yield Municipal Bonds and Redemption of Building America Bonds 23:05

11d ago23:05

23:05

This week, Seth Brumby, deputy managing editor at Reorg, speaks with David Dowden, a managing director at MacKay Shields, about the outperformance of high yield municipal bonds in the first quarter, the redemption of Building America Bonds and the overall evolution of taxable bonds for municipal investors.…

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Municipal Bonds: The Fastest Growing Segment in the Muni Market and the Outlook for 2024 with Jason Mertz of AllianceBernstein 38:16

17d ago38:16

38:16

Today Rusty & Robyn are joined by Jason Mertz, Director and Fixed Income Investment Strategist at AllianceBernstein. Jason works extensively with the firm’s portfolio management, credit research and trading team to monitor and communicate portfolio positioning and analysis to clients around the US. Prior to joining AB in 2016, Mertz worked at Black…

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Market Minutes Recap - Market Update (Perspectives on GDP and inflation data, and the private credit market) 20:14

1h ago20:14

20:14

In this week's Market Minutes recap, hear from our team of investment experts as they share their perspectives on the latest market and economic activity. Our panel shares detailed insights into the recent GDP report and inflation data. Our experts also discuss the private credit market and its benefits for investors. Speakers: Brian Pietrangelo, M…

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New Deal Roundup 5:56

6h ago5:56

5:56

This week Ian talks about how new issue municipal bond deals remain well-subscribed. Welcome back to The Muni 360 Podcast from New York Life Investments. Join us as the seasoned, active investors at MacKay Municipal Managers provide valuable insights into the highly fragmented, complex, and inefficient municipal bond market. Follow Us Twitter @NYLI…

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Family offices target climate transition, foundations invest in AI for good, and a voluntary carbon credit brou-ha-ha 28:46

21h ago28:46

28:46

Host Brian Walsh takes up ImpactAlpha’s top stories with editor David Bank. Up this week: Family offices have the opportunity to invest in the climate transition: ⁠https://impactalpha.com/the-climate-transition-and-investment-opportunities-for-family-offices/⁠ Three leading foundations make for-profit investments in an OpenAI competitor: ⁠https://i…

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Heimstaden Bostad’s Planned Equity Raise; OQ Chemicals Update; Primary Market Highlights 10:08

3d ago10:08

10:08

Each episode of Reorg's weekly EMEA Core Credit podcast series features detailed discussions on issues and companies across the credit lifecycle. This week’s podcast includes discussions on:-The challenges facing Heimstaden Bostad, ahead of its first-quarter earnings release; -A rally in German chemicals producer’s OQ Chemicals’ term loans; and-The…

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Securitized Income and Structured Products: We’ll Break Down These Terms and What You Should Know About Them with Ricky Schneider of Fort Washington Investment Advisors 32:34

3d ago32:34

32:34

Today Rusty & Robyn are joined by Ricky Schneider, Vice President and Senior Portfolio Manager at Fort Washington Investment Advisors. He is responsible for the commercial mortgage-backed securities portfolios for both Western & Southern Financial Group and third-party institutional clients. Schneider joined the firm in 2019. Prior to Fort Washingt…

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Michelle Handy of First Eagle Discusses Middle Market Direct Lending Trends 22:24

4d ago22:24

22:24

This week on The Primary View, Seth Brumby, Deputy Managing Editor at Reorg sits down with Michelle Handy, a senior managing director and chief investment officer at First Eagle, to discuss direct lending in the middle market, the evolution of deal terms in light of expanding private credit, and her expectations for increased deal volume and a rate…

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Are Bonds the New Equities? How Investors Are Rethinking Risk in a Volatile Market 38:18

4d ago38:18

38:18

April 22, 2024 Season 6, Episode 15 Dive headfirst into the heart of the financial markets; we're dissecting everything from the tech sector's earnings groove to the implications of recent market pullbacks for your investment portfolio. As bond yields rise and pension funds shift their strategies, we're here to unpack the necessity for investors to…

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Market Minutes Recap - Market Update (Perspectives on the retail sales report, the equities market, and the Fed) 18:08

7d ago18:08

18:08

In this week's Market Minutes recap, hear from our team of investment experts as they share their perspectives on the latest market and economic activity. Our panel shares detailed insights into the retail sales report, the equities market, and the Fed. Speakers: Brian Pietrangelo, Managing Director of Investment Strategy George Mateyo, Chief Inves…

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Traditional Municipal Market Nuances Back in the Fold 23:47

7d ago23:47

23:47

On this episode, host Chris Roberti sits down with Sunny Gill from the Los Angeles trading desk to discuss the municipal market now that we are into Q2 of 2024. Sunny is a Portfolio Manager and Trader with focus on the investment grade segment of the market, and along with Chris, he explores the recent lackluster municipal returns, the current attr…

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Good economic news, the legacy of Participant Media, and a dispatch from the World Bank 22:36

8d ago22:36

22:36

Brian Walsh and ImpactAlpha editor David Bank take up the good news on the good economy, Participant Media’s lasting legacy and the signs of change at the World Bank. Plus: an exclusive early listen to the electrifying single, “I’m Your Heat Pump.” To learn more about heat pumps and home electrification, visit The Switch is On and Rewiring America …

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What fewer institutional buyers mean in a retail-centric market 41:47

10d ago41:47

41:47

Barclays' Mikhail Foux talks shifting demand, BABs refundings, election effects and more.

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Alternative Investments: The Most Popular Alternative Strategies and What’s Ahead for the Market with Matt Brown of CAIS 33:38

10d ago33:38

33:38

Today Rusty & Robyn are joined by Matt Brown, Founder and CEO of CAIS. He has spent more than 30 years at the intersection of wealth management, alternative investments, and platform design. In 2009, Matt founded CAIS, the first truly open marketplace for alternative investments, where financial advisors and alternative asset managers can engage an…

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How Are Geopolitical Tensions and the Federal Deficit Reshaping Investment Strategies? 35:14

11d ago35:14

35:14

April 15, 2024 Season 6 | Episode 14 Unravel the intricacies of a world where finance and global politics collide head-on, and discover how they shape our investment decisions. As the ticking clock counts down to the April 15th tax deadline, we're here to arm you with the insights you need to navigate the murky waters of tax filings, extensions, an…

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Paying for the Polls, with Zach Mohr 40:46

11d ago40:46

40:46

We talk to Zach Mohr, Professor at the University of Kansas, about all things elections (not campaign!) finance. He unpacks the many types election administration costs; why states are banning private investment in elections administration; how elections administration competes with other core state/local services; and why, given all these challeng…

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Market Minutes Recap - Market Update (Perspectives on the CPI Inflation report, yields, earnings outlook, and KeyBank’s National Call this week) 21:40

14d ago21:40

21:40

In this week's Market Minutes recap, hear from our team of investment experts as they share their perspectives on the latest market and economic activity. Our panel shares detailed insights into the CPI Inflation report, yields, earnings outlook, and KeyBank’s National Call this week. Speakers: Brian Pietrangelo, Managing Director of Investment Str…

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Living Your Fulfilled Life With Julie Liss (Ep. 41) 42:41

14d ago42:41

42:41

When thinking about your financial plan, are you focusing on the serious aspects and how adult the conversation is? Or are you adding in some humor to create a more fulfilling retirement plan? In this episode, Nicole Romito speaks with Julie Liss, Chief Strategy Officer and Managing Director at Hal Riney, on the importance of incorporating humor in…

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Dry Powder 6:06

14d ago6:06

6:06

Welcome back to The Muni 360 Podcast from New York Life Investments. Join us as the seasoned, active investors at MacKay Municipal Managers provide valuable insights into the highly fragmented, complex, and inefficient municipal bond market. Follow Us Twitter @NYLInvestments Twitter @MacKayMuniMgrs Facebook @NYLInvestments LinkedIn: New York Life I…

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Reconnecting communities, impact investing in Puerto Rico, and how business owners are exiting to employees 24:43

15d ago24:43

24:43

Brian and David explore the federal funds that are catalyzing capital to reconnect communities from the legacy of racial segregation, the huge impact investing opportunity in Puerto Rico, and the mechanisms that investors and business owners are using to exit to employees. Links to this week's stories: Reconnecting communities - ⁠https://impactalph…

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Intrum Restructuring; OQ Chemicals Refi; Primary Market Highlights 12:27

17d ago12:27

12:27

Each episode of Reorg's weekly EMEA Core Credit podcast series features detailed discussions on issues and companies across the credit lifecycle. This week’s podcast includes discussions on:The latest developments regarding Swedish debt collector Intrum’s restructuring;OQ Chemicals’ own refinancing risks, after its parent company withdrew planned e…

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Investcorp’s Tom Shandell Discusses All Things CLO 38:49

18d ago38:49

38:49

This week, Tom Shandell, head of US broadly syndicated loans and CLOs at Investcorp Credit Management, joins Reorg’s Hugh Minch to discuss triple-C concentrations in CLO portfolios following the Altice France downgrade. Shandell discusses which CLOs risk failing an overcollateralization test this quarter and shares his views on which other credits …

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How Are Recent Geopolitical Events Influencing Financial Markets? 30:26

18d ago30:26

30:26

Embark on a voyage to uncover the evolving saga of financial markets, where we transcend the usual chatter about interest rates to dissect the fabric of economic expectations and market reactions. Join us as we, Keith and special guest Brad, chart a course through the intricacies of how human behavior intricately weaves into the tapestry of financi…

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Leading for Local Resilience, with Genesis Gavino 44:38

18d ago44:38

44:38

We welcome Genesis Gavino, Chief of Staff and Resilience Officer for the City of Dallas, TX. She explains why resilience is an environmental, financial, and equity issue; the challenges of climate adaptation for a "Blue City in a Red State"; why Dallas has prioritized climate adaptation; how the city measures progress and holds itself accountable f…

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Market Minutes Recap - Market Update (Perspectives on PMI data, employment data, the Fed, yields, early thoughts on earnings season, and oil prices) 20:06

21d ago20:06

20:06

In this week's Market Minutes recap, hear from our team of investment experts as they share their perspectives on the latest market and economic activity. Our panel shares detailed insights into PMI data, employment data, the Fed, yields, early thoughts on earnings season, and oil prices. Speakers: Brian Pietrangelo, Managing Director of Investment…

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Spread Love 5:32

21d ago5:32

5:32

Welcome back to The Muni 360 Podcast from New York Life Investments. Join us as the seasoned, active investors at MacKay Municipal Managers provide valuable insights into the highly fragmented, complex, and inefficient municipal bond market. Follow Us Twitter @NYLInvestments Twitter @MacKayMuniMgrs Facebook @NYLInvestments LinkedIn: New York Life I…

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EPA (finally) announces who will distribute $20 billion fund, lessons from blended finance, and universal owners vote their proxy 20:43

22d ago20:43

20:43

Brian and David continue to unpack the EPA’s blockbuster $20 billion in government grants to mobilize commercial investment in climate solutions, learn lessons from dozens of blended finance transactions, and discuss how shareholders are voting to have companies mitigate economy-wide risks. Links to this week's stories: ⁠https://impactalpha.com/inv…

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“The State of VC in Indiana” with Ting Gootee, President & CEO of TechPoint 42:21

22d ago42:21

42:21

Recorded on March 8th 2024 Hoosier Hub Podcast host Austin Crites welcomes Chelsea Marburger, Executive Director of The Speakeasy and Operations Director of CFA Society Indy and TechPoint President & CEO Ting Gootee for a discussion on the role venture capital has to play in supporting the growth of the Hoosier economy. We discuss the state of VC a…

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The past is prologue in Muniland: Hallacy & Ciccarone look back, ahead 53:01

24d ago53:01

53:01

John Hallacy of John Hallacy Consulting and Rich Ciccarone, president emeritus of Merritt Research Services, talk with Chip Barnett about the municipal bond business over the past 40 years. They take a look back at where the industry has been, where it is and where it will be going.

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ETFs: Their Impressive Growth and the Future of the Industry with Eduardo Repetto of Avantis Investors 39:57

24d ago39:57

39:57

As Chief Investment Officer of Avantis Investors®, Eduardo is responsible for directing the research, design and implementation of our investment strategies, providing oversight of the investment team and the firm's marketing initiatives, and interacting with clients. Prior to Avantis Investors' establishment in 2019, Eduardo was Co-Chief Executive…

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FTI’s Cynthia Romano Talks US Economic Resilience, Unique Restructuring Challenges and More 19:40

25d ago19:40

19:40

This week, Reorg’s Dia Gill Joins Cynthia Romano, senior managing director at FTI, for a broad ranging discussion that includes the economy’s resilience in the face of dire predictions, unique restructuring challenges facing the health care, commercial real estate and cannabis industries, recent trends in liability management and how FTI is working…

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Is This the Start of Another Record-Breaking Quarter for the Stock Market? 34:50

25d ago34:50

34:50

April 1, 2024 | Season 6, #12 Embark on a journey through the financial markets with me, Keith Lanton, as your seasoned guide. Ready your portfolios and sharpen your market acumen because today's episode is a treasure trove of insights that could redefine your approach to investing in the second quarter. We'll traverse the promising landscapes of e…

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Changes, Constants, and Cycles in California Budgeting, with Gabe Petek 44:09

25d ago44:09

44:09

We converse on California's state budget with Gabe Petek, Legislative Analyst for the State of California. He explains California's dueling state budget deficit figures; why the current revenue shortfall is different than the 2008 recession; how much of California's budget woes are "structural" vs. "cyclical"; how he and Governor Newsom propose to …

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National green bank funding, basket bonds, and Brazil's burgeoning impact ecosystem 20:03

29d ago20:03

20:03

Brian Walsh and David Bank discuss the players likely to receive massive funding from the EPA to create a national green bank, how people are investing in Brazil’s impact economy, and how a $75 million ‘basket bond’ is catalyzing climate lending to small businesses in emerging markets. Read more: Green bank: ⁠https://impactalpha.com/epas-new-partne…

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Preparing for the Sale of Your Business: Part 3 With Matthew Hammer & Dawn Mase (Ep. 40) 44:00

29d ago44:00

44:00

Are you grappling with the complexities of selling your business, unsure of where to start or how to navigate the process? In this enlightening episode, Nicole is joined by seasoned professionals, Matthew Hammer and Dawn Mase from Wintrust Commercial Banking, to shed light on the intricacies of selling a business. Through their experiences and insi…

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Reorg Special Podcast: Altice France - Creditors Mobilize as Drahi Tries to Wield the Stick 1:53

1M ago1:53

1:53

Listen now: https://go.reorg-research.com/reorg-special-podcast-altice-franceAltice France’s attempt to fix its capital structure through potential discounted buybacks is threatening to spiral out of control. The slide in the group’s unsecured bonds on the back of management’s likely intentionally bearish investor call galvanized investors into org…

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Preparing for the Sale of Your Business: Part 2 With Deanna Salo and Eric Vanderploeg (Ep. 39) 45:25

1M ago45:25

45:25

Whether you’re at the onset of selling your business or simply exploring your options, knowing what to look out for can help you make informed decisions. In this episode, Nicole is joined by Deanna Salo Managing Principal with Cray Kaiser, and Eric Vanderploeg of Burke, Warren, MacKay & Serritella’s Litigation to share their wealth of knowledge and…

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Diversifying Asset Classes: What Are They and Why Do You Want Them With Josh Flade of Orion 37:00

1M ago37:00

37:00

This week, Rusty is joined by Josh Flade from Orion to discuss diversifying asset classes. Joshua is the Deputy Chief Investment Officer of Orion OCIO where he chairs the investment committee and oversees the firm’s four investment verticals: Public Equities, Fixed Income, ETF/Mutual Fund Models, and Private Investments. Previously, Joshua speciali…

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Andrzej Skiba, RBC Global Asset Management, on Dynamics in the 2024 Leveraged Finance Market. 26:14

1M ago26:14

26:14

This week, Reorg's senior primary market reporter Michael Haley speaks with Andrzej Skiba, managing director and head of US fixed income at RBC Global Asset Management, about what dynamics will impact the leveraged finance market in 2024. The episode includes Skiba's views on how healthy market conditions will hold up for the rest of the year for l…

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Is 2024 the Year of Surprising Market Resilience? 36:24

1M ago36:24

36:24

March 25, 2024 | Season 6, #11 Navigate the surprising twists and turns of the financial markets with us as the bulls took charge in the first quarter of 2024, defying gloomy predictions. We'll equip you with insights on the Federal Reserve's strategic maneuvers hinting at rate cuts and their widespread ramifications for your investments. Likewise,…

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Market Minutes Recap - Market Update (Perspectives on existing-home sales, the FOMC meeting, rate cuts, The Wealth Effect, and the equities market) 21:10

1M ago21:10

21:10

In this week's Market Minutes recap, hear from our team of investment experts as they share their perspectives on the latest market and economic activity. Our panel shares detailed insights into existing-home sales, the FOMC meeting, rate cuts, The Wealth Effect, and the equities market. Speakers: Brian Pietrangelo, Managing Director of Investment …

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Springtime Technicals Usher in a Season of Opportunity 5:32

1M ago5:32

5:32

Welcome back to The Muni 360 Podcast from New York Life Investments. Join us as the seasoned, active investors at MacKay Municipal Managers provide valuable insights into the highly fragmented, complex, and inefficient municipal bond market. Follow Us Twitter @NYLInvestments Twitter @MacKayMuniMgrs Facebook @NYLInvestments LinkedIn: New York Life I…

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How Texas’s anti ESG campaign is costing it money, cookstoves and carbon markets, and Vanguard gets punked 27:45

1M ago27:45

27:45

David Bank joins Brian Walsh to discuss some of the top stories from ImpactAlpha this week. Stories mentioned on the podcast: Texas boots Blackrock: ⁠https://impactalpha.com/texas-boots-blackrock-saddling-texans-with-the-costs-of-its-campaign-against-esg/⁠ Clean cooking: ⁠https://impactalpha.com/leveraging-the-carbon-markets-for-clean-cooking-clima…

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Women in municipal finance: Don't be afraid to push boundaries, Shank says 21:50

1M ago21:50

21:50

In the celebration of Women's History Month, The Bond Buyer invited one of the icons of public finance, Suzanne Shank, to talk about the importance of women in the municipal bond business. She reveals what led her into the municipal bond business and discusses her firm's continuing commitment to munis and strategy for growth.…

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BNP Paribas’ Laleh Bashirrad Discusses the Mood of the Leveraged Loan Market 27:46

1M ago27:46

27:46

This week, Laleh Bashirrad, managing director of BNP Paribas’ leveraged syndicate desk, joins Reorg’s Katherine Schwartz to discuss the mood of the market, including the M&A pipeline, the LBO market and the ongoing rivalry between private credit and broadly syndicated loans.We're looking for feedback to improve the podcast experience! Please share …

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