{"podcast":{"title":"Beyond The Obvious","slug":"beyond-the-obvious-6984827","podcast_index_feed_id":6984827,"rss_url":"https://feeds.transistor.fm/beyond-the-obvious","website_url":"https://www.mizuhogroup.com/americas/beyond-the-obvious","image_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/uT9wx-Pb6gbD19r4wQkecHh_p-LbCI8HPe2TlJXKh7c/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS82OGRi/ODgwYTEzZGJmMDcw/ZDhiMGQzMjNhOTQ1/MDI4NS5qcGc.jpg","author":"Mizuho | Greenhill","episode_count":37,"summary":"In Mizuho | Greenhill’s Beyond The Obvious podcast channel, we uncover the value that others miss. Our podcast is a source for the latest discussions on topics related to capital markets, dealmaking activity, business leadership and more. Delve into insights from our investment & corporate banking thought leaders to hear their unique perspectives on current trends and market influences. Learn how industry icons and influential figures began their journeys, overcame adversity and rose to success. Discover insights that look deeper. Podcast and Video Recording Disclaimer This podcast or video recording is for informational purposes only and should not be copied, distributed, published, or reproduced in whole or in part without permission. The information contained in this podcast or video recording does not constitute research or recommendation from any Mizuho entity to the listener or viewer. Neither Mizuho nor any of its affiliates make any representation or warranty as to the accuracy or the completeness of the statements or any of the information contained in this podcast, and any liability therefor, including in respect of direct or indirect or consequential losses or damage, i…","last_synced_at":"2026-06-30T10:21:03.114897+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/beyond-the-obvious-6984827"},"episode":{"title":"M&A Corner: The Activist Defense Playbook","slug":"m-a-corner-the-activist-defense-playbook","published_at":"2025-04-03T13:30:49+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/beyond-the-obvious-6984827/m-a-corner-the-activist-defense-playbook","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/beyond-the-obvious-6984827","url":"https://share.transistor.fm/s/98eed0f2","audio_url":"https://media.transistor.fm/98eed0f2/15043cf0.mp3","summary":"The face of shareholder activism is constantly changing, and against a backdrop of economic uncertainty, CEOs and board chairs need proactive strategies to help them avoid and prepare for potential activist campaigns. In this installment of M&A Corner, Mizuho | Greenhill's Co-Head of U.S. M&A, Doug Jackson, sits down with Peter da Silva Vint, Managing Partner at Jasper Street Partners, to look at M&A industry trends through the lens of activism preparedness and response. Join us as we discuss the current state of the activism environment, the key elements of corporate takeover defense, common corporate governance mistakes to avoid, and proactive approaches you can take to strengthen your activism preparedness strategy.","meta_description":"The face of shareholder activism is constantly changing, and against a backdrop of economic uncertainty, CEOs and board chairs need proactive strategies t…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":747,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/beyond-the-obvious-6984827/episodes/m-a-corner-the-activist-defense-playbook/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/beyond-the-obvious-6984827/m-a-corner-the-activist-defense-playbook.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}