Private market investors need to stay on top of trends, both in their specific industry and M&A trends in general.

One of the best ways to do that? Podcasts.

Here are the top 5 podcasts you should be following to stay in the know.

1. Bain’s Dry Powder

In Dry Powder, Hugh MacArthur, chairman of Bain's global private equity practice, interviews leading experts on the trends and opportunities that will redefine the private equity industry.

2. Invest Like the Best

Invest Like the Best explores ideas, methods, and stories that help you better invest your time and money. Hear stock market and boardroom insights you can't find anywhere else. If you're a professional investor, CEO, entrepreneur, or business strategist, this is for you.

3.  M&A Science 

M&A Science is an educational podcast exploring the intricate world of M&A with industry leaders and practitioners.

4. All In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg

Industry veterans, degenerate gamblers & besties Chamath Palihapitiya, Jason Calacanis, David Sacks & David Friedberg cover all things economic, tech, political, social & poker.

5. Think Like an Owner by Alex Bridgemen

Think Like an Owner aims to be the leading source for knowledge, ideas, and frameworks for operators and investors looking to grow small companies. They share what the most talented operators and investors are thinking about and doing to build transformative companies.

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