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In this episode, Donnie and Jeff explore the implications of AI terminology shifts, market signals, and the macroeconomic outlook, providing insights into how these trends influence investment strategies and policy perspectives.

Bonus Episode:

Jeff and Donnie break down the market stories shaping Berkshire, Magnite, big tech regulation, and the next wave of AI opportunities.

The UK market is often overlooked by investors — and that's exactly where the opportunity lies. In this episode, Jeff and Donnie talk with Jack Pailing, founder of the Shareholders Board and investor at Colebrooke Partners, about why quality UK businesses still trade at a discount, how market structure creates mispricing, and why Rightmove may have a stronger moat than many realize.

The Shareholders Board is a community where every member is verified as a real person, built for discussing listed companies the way owners and thoughtful investors do. It was created because conversation about companies online, particularly in the UK, had drifted into anonymity and noise, and quality discussion deserved a home of its own. More info and signup at: https://theshareholdersboard.co.uk 

The Value Cville Podcast introduces a new segment called the weekly-ish roundup, featuring Jeff and Donnie. They discuss recent data from AI, the impact of AI on the economy, and the potential of AI-generated .

Takeaways

• AI's impact on the economy
• AI-generated music and its potential impact on the music industry

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to the Weekly-ish Roundup
• 03:54 The Impact of AI on the Economy
• 28:48 AI-Generated Music and the Future of the Music Industry

Welcome back for Season 2! Explore the world of international value investing with our first guest of the season Rick Carew, former Wall Street Journal reporter and current Fordham finance professor. Listen in as he shares how to evaluate foreign companies, spot hidden opportunities, and navigate the unique risks of global markets.

First a sincere thank you to our speakers, sponsors and participants that attended the Richmond Reception and Value Cville 2026!

In our season finale episode we explore the future of digital advertising with a focus on connected TV (CTV), the role of Magnite in the ad tech ecosystem, and the impact of industry giants like Google. We discuss market trends, strategic acquisitions, and the evolving landscape of streaming and sports advertising. In this in-depth discussion, Donnie Sattar explores the evolving landscape of connected TV advertising, the strategic advantages of Magnite, and the future of programmatic ad tech. Gain insights into market dynamics, competitive moats, and the impact of regulatory changes on the industry.

Join us as we delve into the world of Nintendo with Chance Butler, a former digital detective turned savvy investor. Discover how Chance's unique investigative skills uncover Nintendo's hidden value and strategic shifts that could redefine the gaming industry. From the launch of the Switch 2 to the expanding role of Nintendo's intellectual property in movies and theme parks, this episode reveals how these elements contribute to a resilient, high-margin ecosystem. Perfect for investors and gaming enthusiasts alike, this conversation offers insights into Nintendo's enduring appeal and future growth potential.

Jeff and Donnie sit down with Tyler Brown from Markel Group to explore the values behind one of America’s most admired companies. Tyler, a member of Markel’s investment team and its head of investor relations, shares how the company’s principles—rooted in a simple yet powerful 1986 creed—guide its decisions, long-term thinking, and focus on community. From Markel’s origins in 1930 to its evolution into a diversified global holding company, you’ll learn how a small specialty insurer built an ecosystem of enduring and resilient value creation. Plus, Tyler discusses the Markel Reunion, an annual gathering that welcomes thousands of investors from around the world to Richmond, Virginia— a link to the event is in the episode description.

https://mklreunion.com/

https://www.tixtree.com/e/richmond-reception-53995daddb00

https://www.tixtree.com/e/value-cville-2026-c7abb59b36a8

valuecville.com/richmondreception

In this episode, Jeff and Donnie are joined by Hunter Hopcroft to discuss the evolving landscape of private credit, exploring its growth as an asset class, the dynamics between borrowers and lenders, and the impact of market trends and media coverage. They delve into the historical context of private credit, its relationship with private equity, and the future outlook for investors. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding the nuances of private credit and its role in modern finance.

Episodes Sources:

• From Investment to Savings - The marriage of private credit and insurance
• Capital Migration - How public markets dysfunction had led to private credit growth
• Alpha ex-Ante - How private credit builds alpha into the term structure
• Hippocratic Capital Allocation - The TDF problem

Jeff and Donnie welcome David Bastian, a portfolio manager at Kingdom Capital. They discuss the intricacies of the non-woven materials industry, focusing on the merger between Berry Global and Glatfelter, which formed Magnera. The conversation delves into the challenges and opportunities within the industry, including overcapacity, tariff impacts, and the potential for synergies and cost savings. David shares insights into the company's strategy for deleveraging and the importance of maintaining a competitive edge in a capital-intensive market.