Best David Covington Podcasts (2024)

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Drinks With The Deal: Kirkland’s Lee Talks About Webtoon IPO, Changes in Legal Industry 26:10

18h ago26:10

26:10

Kirkland partner Ed Lee discusses his pride in helping take the media and technology company Webtoon public and how the legal industry has evolved over his career.By The Deal

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Activist Investing Today: Foo Talks Vetting Directors for All Shareholders 18:51

7d ago18:51

18:51

Forward Risk co-founder Brendan Foo dismisses assertions that business intelligence advisers to activists are knocking on doors in an aggressive way.By The Deal

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Facility Crisis Care: Did You Feel Received? - Ep 013 | Lifelines Podcast 1:08:55

8d ago1:08:55

1:08:55

Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Kevin Curtis, the Director of Hospital Crisis Services for the Huntsman Mental Health Institute, discusses the development of the Kevin Carolyn Gardner Mental Health Crisis Care Center in Salt Lake City. The center aims to provide a warm and inclusive environment for individuals in crisis, focusing on n…

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Drinks With The Deal: Alisa Levin on Legal Recruiting and What Makes for Successful Lateral Hiring 30:01

14d ago30:01

30:01

In this week’s Drinks With The Deal podcast, Greene-Levin-Snyder's Alisa Levin discusses her career as a legal recruiter and how lawyers and law firms should think about the market for lateral talent.By The Deal

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Improving Access: Overcoming Cultural Disparities - Ep012 | Lifelines Podcast 1:05:06

17d ago1:05:06

1:05:06

Send us a Text Message. David Covington, John Draper, and Pierluigi Mancini discuss the importance of linguistic and cultural focus in behavioral health services, the value of peer support, and the need for linguistic access in crisis care. Pierluigi shares his recovery journey and the founding of his organization dedicated to providing linguistic …

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Beyond Beds: A Core Crisis Continuum - Ep 011 | Lifelines Podcast 1:07:56

24d ago1:07:56

1:07:56

Send us a Text Message. David Covington, Dr. John Draper, and Dr. Brian Hepburn delve into the world of crisis intervention and mental health care. Through personal anecdotes, they explore the evolution of crisis care, the critical role of Medicaid, and the significance of community-based services. About the Lifelines Podcast: The 988 Podcast offer…

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Drinks With The Deal: Latham’s Bekheit on Lessons Learned From In-House Stint 23:20

1M ago23:20

23:20

On the most recent Drinks With The Deal podcast, Mark Bekheit, the global vice chair of M&A at Latham & Watkins, discusses how his brief time as an in-house lawyer at Sandisk was pivotal both for client development and perspective on his career.By The Deal

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Change Maker: Fighting While Wounded - Ep 010 | Lifelines Podcast 1:07:47

1M ago1:07:47

1:07:47

Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Tonja Myles discusses her recovery journey, spirituality's role in mental health, and her work with the Huntsman Family Foundation. She emphasizes the importance of faith and hope in the recovery process and the need for high-quality treatment and research in mental health. About Our Guest: Tonja Myles …

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Activist Investing Today: Nardello Digs Up Dirt on Boards, Activists 20:23

1M ago20:23

20:23

Dan Nardello, the founder of business intelligence firm Nardello & Co., talks about resume inconsistencies, credit card and corporate jet abuse, and vetting directors in the MeToo era amid activist campaigns.By The Deal

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Training: Preparing Professionals for Crisis - Ep 009 | Lifelines Podcast 57:31

1M ago57:31

57:31

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Dr. Jonathan Singer, a renowned suicide prevention specialist and professor of social work, delves into crisis intervention, the future of mental health treatment for children, and the vital role schools play in teaching mental health. About the Lifelines Podcast: The 988 Podcast offers an engaging and infor…

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Behind the Buyouts: Stride's Berg on Backing Passion Brands 50:12

1M ago50:12

50:12

Stride Consumer's partner Steve Berg discusses the firm's investment strategy and the state of consumer M&A in 2024.By The Deal

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Drinks With The Deal: Covington’s Freling On Government Contracts, M&A 22:22

1M ago22:22

22:22

In the most recent Drinks With The Deal podcast, Scott Freling, the vice chair of government contracts at Covington & Burling, talks about the practice and its intersection with M&A and PE.By The Deal

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Living: A Need for Connection and Belonging - Ep 008 | Lifelines Podcast 58:51

2M ago58:51

58:51

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, David and John interview Dr. Thomas Joiner, an expert in suicide research. They talk about how suicide connects to evolutionary biology. The discussion covers: Self-sacrifice in social insects and its relation to human suicide. Higher suicide rates among men. The roles of loneliness and belongingness in suic…

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Behind the Buyouts: Vestar's Bhat on Continuation Funds, Bilateral Recaps 48:20

2M ago48:20

48:20

Vestar's co-head of investments Nikhil Bhat discusses the firm's $1.2 billion continuation vehicle for Circana, its use of bilateral recaps and interest in route-based facility services.By The Deal

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Courage: The Papageno Effect - Ep 007 | Lifelines Podcast 1:04:34

2M ago1:04:34

1:04:34

Send us a Text Message. David and John welcome Dr. Thomas Niederkrotenthaler, a suicidologist and mental health researcher, to discuss the Papageno Effect, which focuses on stories of hope and recovery. During this episode, the trio discusses the power of storytelling and its impact on suicide prevention as a means to counteract the negative effect…

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Activist Investing Today: Gottfried Talks Dissident Vetting Bylaws, M&A Panels 29:38

2M ago29:38

29:38

Keith Gottfried of Gottfried Shareholder Advisory, an adviser to companies targeted by activists, discusses advance dissident nominee interviews, 13D rule changes, corralling retail votes and M&A committee settlements.By The Deal

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Drinks With The Deal: V&E’s Gill on Evolution of Houston Legal Market 30:02

2M ago30:02

30:02

Vinson & Elkins co-head of M&A and capital markets Steve Gill talks about how the rise of energy PE has changed the Houston legal market and what he learned from advising Huntsman on its troubled deal with Apollo.By The Deal

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Making an Impact: Crisis Care for Everyone - Ep 006 | Lifelines Podcast 58:51

2M ago58:51

58:51

Send us a Text Message. David Covington and John Draper discuss various topics related to crisis care and suicide prevention. They are joined by guest Joy Brunson-Nsubuga, who shares insights on her career and focus in crisis care. The conversation covers themes such as expanding crisis care to include addiction treatment and integrating lived expe…

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Drinks With The Deal: Simpson’s Michael Chao on Intellectual Appeal of M&A 18:38

2M ago18:38

18:38

In the most recent Drinks With The Deal podcast, Simpson Thacher M&A partner Michael Chao says that exposure to new businesses and legal issues makes the practice appealing to him and helps him be a better lawyer.By The Deal

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In the Trenches: Mental Health Evolution - Ep 005 | Lifelines Podcast 57:46

2M ago57:46

57:46

Send us a Text Message. Join us on a compelling journey through the heart of crisis intervention with our esteemed guest, Willie Whited, a true pioneer in the field since the 1960s. Experience a blend of nostalgia, celebration, and insightful discussions as we kick off the conference season, reminiscing about past gatherings and gearing up for the …

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Work To Do: Feeling Safe to Talk - Ep 004 | Lifelines Podcast 1:06:24

2M ago1:06:24

1:06:24

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, David and Dr. John were joined by Professor Chan Lai Fong, who shared insights on suicide prevention efforts in Malaysia. The conversation covers themes such as the importance of decriminalizing suicide, reducing access to lethal means, and promoting gender equality. They also discuss the impact of the Zero …

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Behind the Buyouts: Churchill's Philpott on Private Credit Boom 20:57

3M ago20:57

20:57

Churchill managing director Anne Philpott discusses the firm's direct lending and PE strategies and expectations for M&A in 2024.By The Deal

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Drinks With The Deal: Skadden’s Kim On Working as a Translator, Managing Up and Making Partner in the Pandemic 21:42

3M ago21:42

21:42

In the most recent Drinks With The Deal podcast, Skadden M&A partner Do Kim discusses working as a translator between college and law school, how she approaches managing associates and making partner at the start of the pandemic.By The Deal

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Guardian: We Work the Bridge - Ep 003 | Lifelines Podcast 1:01:24

3M ago1:01:24

1:01:24

Send us a Text Message. Kevin Briggs, the “Guardian of the Golden Gate Bridge,” joins David and John at the Lifelines Podcast. They discuss his book and his experiences as a crisis negotiator, particularly dealing with individuals contemplating suicide on the bridge. The podcast features segments with Briggs discussing powerful stories from the boo…

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Activist Investing Today: Goldman’s Codo-Lotti Talks SpinCo, Buybacks, M&A 18:51

3M ago18:51

18:51

Top activism defense banker Pam Codo-Lotti, Global Chief Operating Officer of Activism and Shareholder Advisory at Goldman Sachs, discusses activism, divestitures, capital returns and other M&A topics.By The Deal

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History: Our Long and Winding Road with 911 - Ep 002 | Lifelines Podcast 1:04:38

3M ago1:04:38

1:04:38

Send us a Text Message. Dr. Richard McKeon from SAMHSA joins David and John to discuss the pivotal integration of 988 and 911 services. They explore the evolution of suicide prevention, highlighting the shift toward proactive support for individuals in crisis and detailing strategies to aid those in need during critical moments. Thanks for listenin…

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Drinks With The Deal: Sullivan & Cromwell’s Wu on Navigating to Partnership 21:23

3M ago21:23

21:23

Mimi Wu talks about signing up two big deals in her last months as an associate, her affinity for distressed M&A and how getting an M.B.A. along with a J.D. has helped her as a lawyer.By The Deal

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Heroes: Honoring the Frontline Crisis Worker - Ep 001 | Lifelines Podcast 1:04:24

3M ago1:04:24

1:04:24

Send us a Text Message. Join us for a riveting conversation with Angela Hammond, a seasoned frontline worker in crisis call centers. Angela shares her most memorable experiences, challenges faced, and valuable insights gained over the years in this critical role. From moments of profound connection to navigating tough situations with compassion, An…

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Drinks With The Deal: Sidley's DuClos on SPACs 46:41

3M ago46:41

46:41

Sidley Austin's Josh DuClos offers his thoughts on the new SEC regulations for SPACs, the larger economy and market as well as the historic role that private equity firms have played in the SPAC sector.By The Deal

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Activist Investing Today: Levin Talks Tesla, Musk, Delaware, Votes 25:30

4M ago25:30

25:30

Activist investor and adviser Michael Levin explains how he's seeking to strengthen a Delaware settlement to require a binding pay vote at the electric car maker, and he talks Tesla reincorporation and more.By The Deal

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Drinks With the Deal: Wachtell’s Kling Talks Career Progression, Parenthood 28:39

4M ago28:39

28:39

In the latest episode of Drinks With The Deal, Wachtell’s Jake Kling talks about milestone deals for him, what he learned from his clerkship and how becoming a parent changed his view of being a lawyer.By The Deal

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Behind the Buyouts: Lincolnshire's Nacier on Business Services 30:20

4M ago30:20

30:20

Lincolnshire principal Matt Nacier discusses the firm's interest and investments in business services, including facility services, an increase in M&A opportunities in 2024 and more.By The Deal

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Drinks With The Deal: Cadence's Stone on Marine Corps Lessons 27:16

4M ago27:16

27:16

On this week’s episode of Drinks With The Deal, Ryan Stone, a corporate development professional at Cadence Design Systems, discusses how an early stint in the Marine Corps helped shape his career.By The Deal

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Activist Investing Today Podcast: Wachtell’s Tetelbaum Talks NDAs 30:14

5M ago30:14

30:14

Elina Tetelbaum, a Wachtell Lipton Rosen & Katz activist defense partner, takes AIT behind the scenes to explain how companies and activists negotiate confidentiality agreements, as well as the trading and campaigning restrictions they typically include.By The Deal

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Drinks With The Deal Podcast: Cohen on Working for Cuomos, Perelman, Napster 42:31

5M ago42:31

42:31

In this week’s Drinks With The Deal, Steve Cohen talks about his varied legal career, in which he’s been the GC at Ron Perelman’s MacAndrews & Forbes and worked for New York governors Mario and Andrew Cuomo.By The Deal

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Drinks With The Deal: Weil’s Machera on Lessons From Early Career 23:14

5M ago23:14

23:14

On this week’s Drinks With The Deal podcast, Chris Machera, the co-head of PE at Weil, discusses how early jobs in restaurants and as a paralegal were great training for life as a lawyer.By The Deal

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Behind the Buyouts: Macquarie Capital's Amster on PE Outlook for 2024 25:10

5M ago25:10

25:10

Macquarie Capital's global head of financial sponsors Tom Amster discusses private equity's dealmaking prospects in 2024 amid mounting pressure to return capital to LPs.By The Deal

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Activist Investing Today: Freshfields' Klingsberg, Bieber Eye Consultants as Wedges 29:30

6M ago29:30

29:30

Freshfields activist defense attorneys Ethan Klingsberg and Elizabeth Bieber discuss insider-controlled company activism, subcommittee formation in settlements, governance and more.By The Deal

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Drinks With The Deal: DLA’s Ruhland on Working In-House, Managing 27:12

6M ago27:12

27:12

Kathy Ruhland discusses leading deal teams and being co-head of the corporate practice group at DLA Piper as well as her time in-house at General Mills.By The Deal

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Activist Investing Today: Activism’s Power Couple Discuss Marriage, ESG, M&A 27:47

6M ago27:47

27:47

Perella Weinberg activism banker Jillian Alsheimer and her husband, Sebastian, an activism partner at Wilson Sonsini, discuss marriage, white squires, M&A and prospects for Bernie Sanders as a labor-backed director nominee.By The Deal

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Drinks With The Deal: Orrick’s Gemello Discusses Associate Training 31:11

6M ago31:11

31:11

Law firms will have to relate to their associates very differently in the next decade, says Orrick’s Matthew Gemello, in just one of the major changes facing Big Law.By The Deal

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Activist Investing Today: Akin's Rappaport, Koenig Talk 13D, Delaware 25:09

7M ago25:09

25:09

Akin’s Doug Rappaport and Jason Koenig discuss strategic board subcommittee disclosures, books and records requests and unintended consequences for companies with 13D rules.By The Deal

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Drinks With The Deal: Fried Frank’s Epstein on Lessons Learned From Early Banking Stint 22:10

7M ago22:10

22:10

Steve Epstein, the co-head of M&A and PE at Fried Frank, discusses his time as a junior banker in Frank Quattrone’s tech group at Credit Suisse, his return to the law and the challenges of running a group.By The Deal

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Behind The Buyouts: Goldman's Dubner on the Rise in Spinoffs 30:17

7M ago30:17

30:17

Goldman Sachs global head of M&A structuring David Dubner discusses the growth in corporate separations, particularly at large-cap businesses with diversified operations, amid a rise in interest rates over the past couple of years.By The Deal

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Behind the Buyouts: Corsair's Schein on Payments, Software Mashup 27:55

7M ago27:55

27:55

Corsair Partner Jeremy Schein discusses the convergence of payments and software, unpacks a recent insurance exit and takes stock of sponsors' portco pipeline.By The Deal

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Drinks With The Deal: Fenwick's Lee Talks Tech, Making Partner and WFH 28:05

7M ago28:05

28:05

In the latest Drinks With The Deal podcast, Fenwick M&A partner Bomi Lee talked about her decision to focus on tech M&A and what changes when a lawyer makes partner at a firm.By The Deal

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Behind the Buyouts: Investcorp's Tayeh on Backing Essential Services 36:48

7M ago36:48

36:48

Investcorp's head of North American private equity, Dave Tayeh, discusses backing middle market businesses that serve 'needs versus wants.'By The Deal

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Talking M&A: Competition Complexities 18:09

8M ago18:09

18:09

Following a number of crackdowns from global competition regulators, Baker McKenzie partners Duffy Lorenz and Creighton Macy share their experiences, insights and advice for clients looking to run a smooth deal process and minimize unexpected antitrust curveballs.By The Deal

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Drinks With The Deal: Eli Albrecht Discusses The Challenge of Balancing Life and Law 27:14

8M ago27:14

27:14

Eli Albrecht, a partner at SMB Law Group, talks about creating an M&A practice outside of a large law firm on this week’s Drinks With The Deal podcast.By The Deal

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Activist Investing Today: White & Case’s Hu Talks M&A’s Unintended Consequences 22:40

8M ago22:40

22:40

White & Case partner James Hu explains why activists frequently push for sales and divestitures and how a transaction without a shareholder vote can attract insurgent funds.By The Deal

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