{"podcast":{"title":"Alternative Allocations with Tony Davidow","slug":"alternative-allocations-with-tony-davidow-6553863","podcast_index_feed_id":6553863,"rss_url":"https://feeds.libsyn.com/480831/rss","website_url":"https://alternativeallocationspodcast.com","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/d/7/6/6/d7667a3d4c0dffc2d959afa2a1bf1c87/ART-Podcast_1400x1400_Tony_Davidow-2026-2.jpg","author":"Franklin Templeton","episode_count":40,"summary":"Alternative Allocations with Tony Davidow is a monthly podcast designed to help wealth advisors allocate effectively to alternative investments. We share practical, relatable advice and discuss new investment ideas with leaders in the field. We'll talk about the relative attractiveness of certain segments of the market, and share insights regarding how to allocate effectively to alternative investments. Tony Davidow is responsible for developing and delivering the Franklin Templeton Institute's insights on the role and use of private markets through independent research, participating in industry conferences, webinars and engaging directly with key partners and clients. He also serves as the host of the Alternative Allocations podcast series. The Franklin Templeton Institute harnesses the depth and breadth of the firm's global investment expertise and extensive in-house research capabilities to deliver unique investment insights to our clients. Prior to his current role, Davidow was retained by Franklin Templeton to develop a comprehensive Alternative Investment educational program for financial advisors. He previously held senior leadership roles with Morgan Stanley, Guggenheim a…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-07T14:20:10.737255+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/alternative-allocations-with-tony-davidow-6553863"},"episode":{"title":"Top 10 Alternatives Investing Episodes | EP.31","slug":"top-10-alternatives-investing-episodes-ep-31","published_at":"2025-12-02T05:05:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/alternative-allocations-with-tony-davidow-6553863/top-10-alternatives-investing-episodes-ep-31","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/alternative-allocations-with-tony-davidow-6553863","url":"https://907abc9d-4c7b-47a1-8cfc-11723daea7de.libsyn.com/episode-31-two-years-in-counting-down-our-top-10-episodes-with-julia-giordano","audio_url":"https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/907abc9d-4c7b-47a1-8cfc-11723daea7de/AA_-_Tony__Julia_-_AUDIO_V1.mp3?dest-id=4090161","summary":"In this special episode, Tony and the show's producer, Julia, take a trip down memory lane, counting down their top 10 episodes from the first two years of the Alternative Allocations podcast. They share insights into the most impactful discussions, from the evolution of the industry and product development to the importance of manager selection and advisor education. Tony and Julia reflect on the podcast's growth, including consistently ranking in the top 25% of all podcasts! Tune in for a look back at the highlights of their journey and the valuable conversations that have resonated with their audience. As Director of US Alternatives Marketing at Franklin Templeton, Julia Giordano leads a team responsible for marketing strategy and campaign development for private market strategies and products. Additionally, she serves as the producer of the Alternative Allocations podcast. Julia joined Franklin Templeton in 2018 as part of the US marketing team and began focusing on private markets in 2022 when the specialized marketing team was formed. Along with her previous experience at advertising agencies serving automotive, healthcare, and financial services clients, Julia brings a unique blend of industry knowledge and marketing expertise. She earned an MBA from Boston University's Questrom School of Business and a BA from the University of Pennsylvania. Julia holds a Unifi by CAIA Fundamentals in Alternative Investments certificate, FINRA Series 7 and 63 licenses, as well as the RMA certification from the Investments & Wealth Institute. 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