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What's the Alternative? | Season 3 | Episode 7 | Chasing Liquidity: Cracking the Code of Private Equity with John Lidington
What’s the Alternative, host Shana Orczyk Sissel, Founder & CEO of Banríon Capital Management, sits down with John Lidington of Man Numeric to talk all things liquid private equity — and bust a few myths along the way.
Shana Sissel
Feb 3


The Alternative Mason | Season 3 | Episode 5 | Gen X, Money & Harmony: A Wealth of Knowledge with Dr. Preston Cherry
In this episode, Dr. Cherry, a proud member of Generation X, discusses the unique traits and hurdles faced by his generation, often dubbed the "forgotten generation." From growing up as latchkey kids to fostering resilience and skepticism, learn how these experiences influence their financial behaviors and retirement preparation.

Brittany Mason
Jan 20


What's the Alternative? | Season 3 | Episode 6 | Beyond the Bank: Private Credit Confidential with Mario Valente
In our latest episode of the What's the Alternative Podcast, host Shana Orczyk Sissel and Mario Valente tackle the recent headlines surrounding private credit!
Shana Sissel
Jan 6


The Alternatives Mason | Season 3 | Episode 4 | Navigating AI & Authenticity: A Dive Into Branding with Emily Binder
Understanding and leveraging social media algorithms can boost your marketing efforts. Embracing mindfulness, meditation, and managing stress improves energy and productivity. Future trends include AI, cryptocurrency, and innovative content strategies.

Brittany Mason
Dec 16, 2025


Why Patience Wins: Banríon’s Perspective on Helping RIAs Navigate Alternative Investment Adoption
The surge of advisor interest in alternatives has led many asset managers to accelerate their RIA distribution efforts. Yet, selling private credit, private equity, hedge-fund strategies, and interval funds to RIAs is rarely a fast-moving transaction. Deals close when the relationship is built on trust, alignment of goals, and communication, while remaining patient through the diligence, operations, compliance processes.
Shana Sissel
Dec 8, 2025


What's the Alternative? | Season 3 | Episode 5 | Unmasking Hedge Funds: Low-Cost Alternatives & Global Macro Secrets with Bob Elliott
The liquid alternatives category has grown rapidly but faces significant structural and classification challenges.
Shana Sissel
Dec 1, 2025
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