Wrapping up 2024 🎙️🥳🎉
37 Episodes of the Boardroom Governance Podcast in 2024
It’s been another fantastic year for the Boardroom Governance Podcast, and I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to all of my newsletter and podcast guests, listeners, subscribers, readers, and followers. I’m also very grateful to the American College of Governance Counsel for renewing its sponsorship. A special shout-out goes to David Berger, President of the ACGC, who joined me for our final episode of the year.
In 2024, I published 37 podcast episodes covering a wide range of governance topics—from AI to private markets, VC, cybersecurity, boardroom diversity, ESG, geopolitics, and more.
Check out the latest episodes:
E159 David Berger: Ending the One-Size-Fits-All Model of Corporate Governance. In this episode, we explore the rapidly shifting landscape of corporate governance—from post-election policy changes to the evolving roles of AI, corporate purpose, and ESG. We examine Delaware’s ongoing legal challenges, assess the current state of the markets, and discuss how high-profile figures like Elon Musk are influencing government efficiency. We also unpack emerging governance models, particularly how PBCs fit into the new wave of AI leaders, and highlight key governance trends from 2024 along with what to watch for in 2025.
E158 Richard Blake: 2024 Silicon Valley 150 Corporate Governance Report. This episode covers a wide range of topics—including activism, board structures, and clawback policies of SV150 companies. We also examine the challenge to Delaware’s status as the favored corporate home and discuss how private ordering shapes governance. Rounding things out, we explore trends from 2024 and offer insights on what to watch for in 2025.
E157 Tom Callahan, CEO of Nasdaq Private Market: Unlocking Liquidity in Private Markets. This episode examines the opportunities and challenges private companies face regarding governance and liquidity. Tom explains how NPM is advancing data accessibility and efficiency, while also balancing innovation with transparency. If you’re interested in private markets, this podcast is a must-listen.
A few stats from the podcast:
Still #1 Baby! The show has consistently ranked as one of the top corporate governance podcasts for four years running. I’m incredibly proud and grateful for this achievement—especially given the immense effort it requires, along with the patience of my wife and kids!
Global Reach. The podcast has now been downloaded in 170 countries. About half of the audience is in the U.S., with around 60% of those listeners in California. Other top regions include the UK, Japan, Canada, Australia, and South Africa.
Boardroom Governance Podcast Summit. Next year marks the 5th anniversary of the podcast, and we’ll be commemorating it with our first-ever summit in Northern California. Stay tuned in the coming weeks for more details on how to register and secure your spot. In the meantime, if you have any ideas for the summit or are interested in sponsorship opportunities, feel free to email me at evanepstein@substack.com or epsteinevan@uclawsf.edu
Colors represent listener locations.
We will kick off the new year with an episode (#160) on CFIUS matters! 🎯
Question for readers: What guests or topics would you like to listen to in 2025?
I’m adding a poll to get some reader feedback. If you have any suggestions please also feel free to email me or leave a comment below:
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Here’s to a shining New Year brimming with achievements, progress, and exciting new possibilities.
Onward and upward.
Sincerely,
Evan Epstein