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The Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastRep. Wallace tees up special House committee on Mississippi voters' rightsRep. Price Wallace, a Republican from Mendenhall, is co-chair of a House select committee Speaker Jason White created to tackle restoration of voting rights to former felons, reinstituting voters' right to put issues directly on a ballot and allowing early voting before Election Day. Wallace tells Mississippi Today's Geoff Pender and Taylor Vance that the work of several special committees over the summer and fall will provide more transparency for the public on legislative work and allows more input on important issues.2025-07-2135 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastSchool choice’ chances in 2026 and another Democratic defectionMississippi Today’s Geoff Pender, Taylor Vance and Michael Goldberg discuss political news of the week, including House Speaker Jason White announcing “school choice” issues as his top priority for 2026 and perennial U.S. Senate candidate Ty Pinkins departing the Democratic Party.2025-07-0718 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastMega merger: Business, industry groups join forces as Mississippi Business AllianceJohn McKay, chairman and CEO of the Mississippi Manufacturers Association, talks with Mississippi Today's Geoff Pender and Bobby Harrison about MMA, the Mississippi Economic Council and the Business and Industry Political Education Committee merging into a single organization to represent business and industry across the state. The new Mississippi Business Alliance is expected to be a powerful voice at the state Capitol in policy and spending decisions and even in statewide elections. McKay, who will lead the new organization, says it expects to be up and running by the beginning of 2026.2025-06-3033 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastMississippi Today welcomes longtime veteran Mississippi journalist Emily Wagster Pettus as its new senior editor.Pettus shares a few war stories with Bobby Harrison and Geoff Pender, including her dealings with the irascible former Gov. Kirk Fordice. 2025-05-1217 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastEconomist discusses Mississippi economy's vulnerabilityState Economist Corey Miller talks with Mississippi Today's Geoff Pender and Bobby Harrison about the state of the state economy, chances of recession amid trade war, federal spending cuts and state tax overhaul. He declines to answer questions about MSU baseball.2025-05-0527 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastMississippi Democratic legislative leader says GOP bickering prevents work on transformative issuesMississippi House Minority Leader Robert Johnson discusses the 2025 legislative session that was derailed by Republican infighting with Mississippi Today's Geoff Pender and Bobby Harrison, and outlines issues he'd like to see addressed in a pending special session.2025-04-2140 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastTariff trade war, rising costs, immigration: Mississippi Ag Commissioner Andy Gipson discusses challenges facing Mississippi farmersMississippi Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson gives Mississippi Today's Geoff Pender and Michael Goldberg an update on the challenges facing Mississippi farmers, including the burgeoning trade war with countries that buy our chicken, soybeans, cotton and other products as well as rising costs and immigration/labor issues. Gipson, a man of many hats besides his trademark cowboy one, also discusses his recording an album! "I'll sing at the drop of a hat, even if I drop it myself," Gipson said.2025-03-3139 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastLawmaker outlines city of Jackson legislative issuesState Rep. Zakiya Summers discusses with Mississippi Today's Anna Wolfe, Maya Miller and Geoff Pender some of the issues the Capitol city of Jackson and the Metro Area face, and legislative priorities to deal with them.2025-02-0338 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastHouse Education Chairman Roberson talks 'school choice,' K-12 funding, consolidation and finding 'things that work'House Education Chairman Rob Roberson, a Republican from Starkville, outlines for Mississippi Today's Geoff Pender and Michael Goldberg some of the top issues his committee will tackle this legislative session.2025-01-2730 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastMississippi transportation director discusses proposed new gasoline taxMississippi Department of Transportation Director Brad White tells Mississippi Today's Geoff Pender and Taylor Vance he's staying "in his lane" and out of the politics of a House tax overhaul that would eliminate the income tax and raise sales and gasoline taxes, but that he's pleased lawmakers are trying to address the longrunning need for a steady new stream of money to help cover highway maintenance needs.2025-01-2028 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastFormer auditor recalls his (authorized) government spending studyFormer Auditor Steve Patterson joins Mississippi Today's Adam Ganucheau, Bobby Harrison and Geoff Pender to discuss a government waste study he conducted in the 1990s. Patterson draws contrasts between his 1990s study, which was legally authorized by the Legislature, and a highly scrutinized 2024 study from current Auditor Shad White, who did not get legislative authorization before spending $2 million.2024-12-3027 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastFitch vs. White vs. Hosemann: What on earth is going on?Mississippi Today's Adam Ganucheau, Bobby Harrison and Geoff Pender recap a wild situation in which three prominent Republicans with 2027 gubernatorial ambitions — Attorney General Lynn Fitch, Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann and Auditor Shad White — are engaged in an intra-party food fight.2024-12-1622 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastSteve Holland recounts strange events leading to Tupelo-based Netflix crime documentaryMississippi Today’s Bobby Harrison and Geoff Pender talk with former state Rep. Steve Holland about the bizarre case of a Tupelo martial arts instructor mailing ricin to elected officials and attempting to frame an Elvis Presley impersonator for the crime. The episode is now the subject of a Netflix documentary entitled “The Kings of Tupelo: A Southern Crime Saga,” which premiers Wednesday. The documentary features details from Holland, whose mother, the late Justice Court Judge Sadie Holland, received the letters, along with former President Barack Obama and U.S. Sen. Roger Wicker.2024-12-0931 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastPrivate school vouchers, teacher pay, teacher shortage: Education advocate outlines likely issues for Mississippi Legislature in 2025 sessionNancy Loome, director of the public education advocacy group The Parents Campaign, outlines major issues for the Mississippi Legislature's 2025 session to Mississippi Today's Geoff Pender, Bobby Harrison and the newest member of the politics team, Simeon Gates, who will be covering education issues at the Capitol.2024-12-0231 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastMississippi Hospital Association's Roberson discusses Medicaid expansion outlook under Trump, other 2025 legislative health care issuesRichard Roberson, president and CEO of the Mississippi Hospital Association, tells Mississippi Today's Bobby Harrison and Geoff Pender a new Trump administration would likely approve Mississippi Medicaid expansion work requirements. He says revamping the state's certificate of need laws is likely to be a major issue before lawmakers, and he discusses a new alliance of hospitals that left the MHA and formed a new organization.2024-11-2536 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastMississippi's top election official discusses Tuesday's electionSecretary of State Michael Watson talks with Mississippi Today's Geoff Pender, Bobby Harrison and Taylor Vance ahead of Tuesday's election. He urges voters to remember sacrifices many have made to protect Americans' voting rights and get to the polls, and he weighs in on whether a recent court ruling on absentee vote counting will impact this year's elections.2024-11-0431 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastHow are patients faring with Mississippi's medical marijuana program?Mississippi Today's Geoff Pender and Bobby Harrison get an update on the state's medical cannabis program from Angie Calhoun, founder and CEO of the Mississippi Cannabis Patients Alliance. Calhoun became an advocate for medical marijuana when her son suffered debilitating Lyme Disease symptoms but could not try cannabis treatment in Mississippi. Her alliance provides many resources for patients and practitioners. Go to https://www.mscannapatient.com/. 2024-10-2830 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastA paved road, a push poll, and an uber-political Supreme Court raceMississippi Today’s Adam Ganucheau, Geoff Pender, and Taylor Vance discuss three major political news events: the funding of Rep. Trey Lamar’s Jackson street replacement, a poll from Speaker Jason White on tax elimination, and a contentious Mississippi Supreme Court race that could come down to the wire.2024-10-2127 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastMississippi Today's investigation of Rep. Trey Lamar's state-funded projectsMississippi Today's Adam Ganucheau sits down with politics editor Geoff Pender and reporter Taylor Vance to discuss their new investigation of state-funded projects that benefited Rep. Trey Lamar’s neighborhoods. They detail how the story came about and share their key takeaways from the investigation.2024-10-1443 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastThe push for Mississippi income tax elimination continuesMississippi Today's Geoff Pender, Bobby Harrison and Adam Ganucheau discuss the continued effort to eliminate Mississippi's income tax. They discuss what that could mean for Mississippi and how the process could play out moving forward.2024-09-3028 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastWho, really, is pushing for an income tax elimination?As Republican lawmakers begin a series of fall hearings to consider an elimination of the individual income tax, Mississippi Today’s Adam Ganucheau, Bobby Harrison, and Geoff Pender break down the recent history of tax cut and the politics surrounding the idea.2024-09-0929 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastState economist: On average, Mississippi economy is stableCorey Miller, state economist and director of Mississippi's University Research Center, gives Mississippi Today's Bobby Harrison and Geoff Pender a briefing on the economic state of the state, unemployment and workforce participation. He also tells a funny economist joke!2024-09-0236 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastLt. Gov. Hosemann on tax cuts, Medicaid expansion, campaign finance reform, Auditor Shad White and moreLt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann tells Mississippi Today's Geoff Pender, Bobby Harrison and Taylor Vance the state's financial position should allow for cutting the state's grocery tax next year. He covers numerous other topics and also talks about state Auditor Shad White's political scorched-earth from his new book on the welfare scandal.2024-08-2647 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastIs anyone not running for Mississippi governor in 2027?The 2027 statewide election might seem far off to most folks, but the Neshoba County Fair made clear that Mississippi politicians are already jockeying to run for higher offices, particularly the governor's seat that will be open. Mississippi Today's Bobby Harrison, Geoff Pender and Taylor Vance discuss who's looking to make a move for the state's top political offices.2024-08-1226 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastHaley Barbour recalls chaotic 1976 RNC Convention and Mississippi’s crucial role in it Former Mississippi Gov. Haley Barbour talks with Mississippi Today’s Bobby Harrison, Geoff Pender and Taylor Vance about the contentious 1976 Republican Convention between Gerald Ford and Ronald Reagan. He recalls how he filibustered the media from eavesdropping on members of the Mississippi delegation as they argued by reciting the state’s 82 counties forward and backward. 2024-08-0538 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastSenate Elections chairman says the public wants early votingSenate Elections Chairman Jeremy England tells Mississippi Today’s Geoff Pender and Taylor Vance that he plans again in the 2025 legislative session to push for in-person early voting and for campaign finance reform — measures he introduced this year that were unsuccessful.2024-07-2240 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastState Sen. Hob Bryan says roads, drinking water more important than tax cutsState Sen. Hob Bryan, D-Amory, covers a wide array of issues facing the state during an interview with Mississippi Today’s Bobby Harrison and Geoff Pender. Bryan argues Mississippi’s ability to deal with major issues will be stymied if the personal income tax is eliminated as some politicians advocate.2024-07-0840 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastState Democratic Chair Taylor remains committed to BidenMississippi Today’s Bobby Harrison and Geoff Pender interview Mississippi Democratic Party Chairman Cheikh Taylor about President Joe Biden’s debate performance and the future of the Democratic Party in Mississippi. Taylor, a state House member from Starkville, also expressed hope that the Legislature will finally approve Medicaid expansion in the 2025 session.2024-07-0135 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastMississippi GOP Chairman Mike Hurst talks elections, party platformNew Mississippi Republican Party Chairman Mike Hurst talks with Mississippi Today's Geoff Pender and Taylor Vance about November 2024 and 2027 elections, Medicaid expansion and party platform and why state Republicans should celebrate Juneteenth.2024-06-2432 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastInsurance Commissioner Chaney says creating state health insurance exchange is a win-winMississippi Today’s Bobby Harrison and Geoff Pender interview Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney about the impact of legislation allowing him to create a state exchange where Mississippians can sign up for health insurance instead of doing so on a federal exchange. Chaney said the new exchange would be a positive for the about 250,000 Mississippians on the federal exchange. But Chaney says he will not attempt to create the state exchange unless Gov. Tate Reeves signs off on it.2024-06-1738 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastA look inside Speaker Jason White’s tax cut proposalMississippi Today’s Bobby Harrison, Geoff Pender and Taylor Vance provide an overview of House Speaker Jason White’s plan to cut the state’s grocery tax and phase out the income tax. They also break down the select committee White formed to study state taxes.2024-06-1025 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastPresumptive Medicaid eligibility promises to improve Mississippi's high infant, maternal mortality rates, save taxpayers' moneyCommunity health reporter Sophia Paffenroth discusses with Mississippi Today's Geoff Pender and Bobby Harrison a new law set to take effect July 1 that will provide more timely prenatal care via more easily accessed Medicaid health coverage. A majority of Mississippi births are covered by Medicaid, but delays in getting the coverage approval postpones prenatal care for many and negatively impacts the health of mothers and children.2024-05-2715 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastThe controversial day that Robert Kennedy came to the University of MississippiRetired U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Edward Ellington talks with Mississippi Today’s Bobby Harrison and Geoff Pender about former U.S. Attorney General Robert Kennedy’s speech at the University of Mississippi less than four years after the riots that occurred after the integration of the school. Ellington, who at the time headed the Ole Miss Speaker’s Bureau as a law school student, recalls the controversy leading up to the speech. Here is a link to audio of Kennedy's speech: https://egrove.olemiss.edu/rfkspeech/1/2024-05-2045 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastHow the 2024 Medicaid expansion debate diedMississippi Today’s Adam Ganucheau, Bobby Harrison, Geoff Pender, and Taylor Vance discuss the breakdown of Medicaid expansion negotiations in the Legislature.2024-05-0639 min
The Stories That Brought You HereSouth Pender Pioneer Families - Volume 5 with Janet White, recounting the Jennens family storyThis series is dedicated to learning about the unique and important history of South Pender Pioneer families and their connection to S,DÁYES (South Pender Island) and the surrounding Salish Sea.
Janet, the daughter of Hope and Geoff Jennens, will speak about her family's time living on South Pender. She and her sister, Josephine, had the unique experience of being raised on the island during the 40s and 50s. Janet will share stories about her family's farming activities, the various work her father did, the education she received, and so much more.
This interview h...2024-04-3035 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastThe contentious final days of the 2024 legislative sessionMississippi Today's Adam Ganucheau, Bobby Harrison and Geoff Pender break down the final negotiations of the 2024 legislative session's three major issues: Medicaid expansion, education funding, and retirement system reform.2024-04-2933 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastRep. Sam Creekmore says Legislature is making progress on public health, mental health reformsHouse Public Health Chairman Sam Creekmore, R-New Albany, tells Mississippi Today's Geoff Pender and Taylor Vance he's hopeful he and other negotiators can strike a deal on Medicaid expansion to address dire issues in the unhealthiest state.2024-04-2236 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastMedicaid expansion, other issues could make end of 2024 session chaoticMississippi Today’s Bobby Harrison, Geoff Pender and Taylor Vance discuss the biggest issues – Medicaid expansion, school funding and PERS – that could spur contentious final days of the 2024 legislative session.2024-04-1528 min
The Next ImperativeImproving Capital EfficiencyWelcome back to The Next Imperative! Our host Geoff Angulo is joined by Reyad Nasser - Managing Director with Alvarez & Marsal, Ben Jackson - Managing Director with Alvarez & Marsal - Energy, and Alan Pender - Managing Director with Alvarez & Marsal - Energy. In today’s episode, join these gentlemen as they discuss the new corporate metric put onto the drilling sites, and how you can reach this capital efficiency. Dive into the different pros and cons that come from IOCS vs. independents and how these two could take the best of each other to change the game in the oi...2024-04-0940 minThe Next ImperativeOptimizing Base Production Management: Part 2Welcome back to The Next Imperative! Our host Geoff Angulo is joined by Reyad Nasser - Managing Director with Alvarez & Marsal, Jay Campbell - Managing Director with Alvarez & Marsal - Energy, and Alan Pender - Managing Director with Alvarez & Marsal - Energy. In today’s episode, hear how Alvarez and Marsal use data to help their clients get a holistic view of their sites. Tune in near the end to hear how the oil and gas industry is dealing with emission regulation and the future that may come from electronification. Don’t miss out on this informational episode and tune...2024-03-2631 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastTitle: Two-thirds majority votes key for Medicaid expansion, restoring initiativeMississippi Today’s Bobby Harrison, Geoff Pender and Taylor Vance discuss a busy week at the Capitol, where legislators work to garner two-thirds majorities to pass Medicaid expansion and to restore the initiative process. As it turns out, it is the Senate thus far having trouble reaching those two-thirds majorities.2024-03-1827 minThe Next ImperativeOptimizing Base Production Management: Part 1Welcome back to The Next Imperative! Our host Geoff Angulo is joined by Reyad Nasser - Managing Director with Alvarez & Marsal, Jay Campbell - Managing Director with Alvarez & Marsal - Energy, and Alan Pender - Managing Director with Alvarez & Marsal - Energy. Listen to a conversation about managing base production and the opportunity for improvement at the drilling site. Learn how to optimize your capital and workforce to make your well the most profitable it can be! Don’t miss out on this informational episode and tune in now!
To learn more about Alvarez & Marsal click here: htt...2024-03-1327 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastInside the Medicaid expansion debate at the CapitolMississippi Today's Adam Ganucheau, Sophia Paffenroth, Geoff Pender, Bobby Harrison and Taylor Vance detail the first earnest debate about Medicaid expansion at the Mississippi State Capitol. They discuss what various proposals would do, who is supporting them, who is opposing them, and what might be on the horizon as the debate heats up.2024-02-2632 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastPreview: What to expect in the 2024 legislative sessionMississippi Today's Adam Ganucheau, Bobby Harrison, Geoff Pender and Taylor Vance preview the 2024 legislative session. They discuss major issues to watch for during the 120-day session that begins Jan. 2, and they also discuss some potential surprises.2024-01-0147 min
PenderFundProfiles in Credit – The Annual Sit Down - Geoff Castle and Callum ThomasIn this episode Geoff Castle, Lead Portfolio Manager of Pender’s Fixed Income portfolios, hosts Callum Thomas, founder and head of research of Topdown Charts for their annual podcast. Subtitle: Building puzzles. Geoff and Callum reflect on 2023 and review which of their December 2022 calls were right, and which were early. They look ahead to 2024 and really dive into a wide range of topics, both fixed income as well as small-cap equities, commodities and UAPs (formerly UFOs). Is the US government hiding something? Many would regard this as a “must-listen”. 2023-12-1448 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastPaul Thorn talks Mississippi, his music, and his careerMississippi Today’s Bobby Harrison and Geoff Pender take a break from political world (kind of) to talk with Mississippi singer/songwriter Paul Thorn about his music and his diverse life’s experiences. Thorn grew up in a conservative church before making a mark as a boxer and then a storyteller, writing and singing songs about Americana. 2023-12-1148 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastHow will Gov. Tate Reeves get along with legislative leaders?Mississippi Today's Adam Ganucheau, Bobby Harrison, Geoff Pender and Taylor Vance discuss the relationship between Gov. Tate Reeves, Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann and likely Speaker of the House Jason White. Will tensions in those relationships affect major policy proposals that will be debated during the 2024 legislative session?2023-11-2726 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastKey senator says lawmakers will study taxes, health care, other key issues in 2024State Sen. Daniel Sparks, R-Belmont, a key ally of Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann during the recently held statewide elections, discussed a wide range of issues expected to be considered during 2024 legislative session with Mississippi Today’s Bobby Harrison, Geoff Pender and Taylor Vance.2023-11-2035 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastKey takeaways from Tate Reeves' governor's race victoryMississippi Today's Adam Ganucheau, Bobby Harrison, Geoff Pender and Taylor Vance break down Republican Gov. Tate Reeves' election win over Democratic challenger Brandon Presley. They detail what worked for Reeves, what didn't work for Presley, and whether Mississippi Democrats can be competitive again.2023-11-1335 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastAt long last, Reeves and Presley will debateGov. Tate Reeves and challenger Brandon Presley will debate on Nov. 1 ahead of the Nov. 7 governor's election. Mississippi Today's Adam Ganucheau, Bobby Harrison and Geoff Pender break it all down. 2023-10-3016 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastRep. Robert Johnson: Black turnout could be key in upcoming electionMississippi Today’s Bobby Harrison, Geoff Pender and Taylor Vance discuss with state Rep. Robert Johnson, the House minority leader, about how the turnout among Black Mississippians could impact the outcome on Nov. 7.2023-10-2335 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastA debate about the debate about debatesMississippi Today's Adam Ganucheau, Bobby Harrison and Geoff Pender break down the debate about the gubernatorial debates between Gov. Tate Reeves and challenger Brandon Presley. What's happened to this point, and what can voters expect?2023-10-0920 minThe Other Side: Mississippi Today’s Political PodcastHome stretch: 50 days until Election DayMississippi Today's Adam Ganucheau and Geoff Pender discuss what voters can expect of Gov. Tate Reeves and challenger Brandon Presley in the final 50 days of the 2023 election cycle.2023-09-1820 min
PenderFundProfiles in Credit – Sabrina FoxWe are happy to bring you the latest installment in Pender’s Profiles in Credit podcast series, hosted by Geoff Castle, Lead Portfolio Manager of Pender’s Fixed Income. In this episode, Geoff is joined by Sabrina Fox, Founder of Fox Legal Training and Parul Garg, Associate Portfolio Manager, also jumps with her questions. The group covered Sabrina’s road to her current position and starting her company, the benefits of “speaking legalese” as well as some cautionary tales and lessons learned. And before you jump to any conclusions, if you think that a discussion of legal covenants in credit migh...2023-05-1737 min
PenderFund“The Spigot is Open”Introducing a new six-part series on investing in distressed debt. Parul Garg and Geoff Castle have been investing in this part of credit markets since 2015 and see an opportunity emerging. The cycle created by the transition in monetary policy and the squeeze from higher interest rates now favours stressed and distressed credit investing. In this series, Parul and Geoff will cover the complexity of this investment niche, the risks and rewards, the current opportunity and their history and experience in this area. In Part One they tackle: A road-tested investment strategy spins out from the Pender...2023-04-2118 min
On the SceneThe Killed Ballot InitiativeWait, can they do that? This week on the scene, we discuss the silent killing of the Mississippi ballot initiative bill by state legislators. In Emma’s Opinion Corner, she reviews The French Dispatch (2021) on HBO Max, we talk middle names, and Emma reviews Totino’s party pizza in Fine Dining with Emma Dotson. See what Heather has been reading Heather’s book recs, “Books on the Brim,” and finish off the episode with some good news for Golden Triangle soccer players!
Sources:Mississippi Today article by Geoff PenderMississippi Today voter pollMississippi Free Press ar...2023-03-3025 minPenderFundProfiles in Credit - Dave ThomasIn this episode of Profiles in Credit, Geoff Castle, Portfolio Manager of Pender Corporate Bond Fund, reconnects with Dave Thomas, Principal and Co-Head of Training at The Marquee Group, one of Canada’s leading training organizations for financial analysts and investment bankers. Former classmates at Ivey Business School, Geoff and Dave discuss the art and science of financial modelling, why modelling is the most important shortcut to finding value, and where a financial model might find value today.2022-09-0845 minPenderFundThe Journey from Start UpIn this special episode David Barr, CEO and Portfolio Manager is joined by Felix Narhi, Pender’s Chief Investment Officer and Portfolio Manager, Maria Pacella, Managing Partner of Pender Ventures and Geoff Castle, Portfolio Manager. Together they celebrate episode 100 by looking back on the journey that has brought Pender to where it stands today. The group discusses the Pender way of doing things, growing the team and how processes and the business have evolved over the years. They also look back at some of their favorite moments from featured guests in our podcasts to major milestones for the firm. Th...2022-07-0740 min
On the SceneThe RaiseEver wonder what the leaders in Mississippi make?
Some higher-ups are actually predicted to get a raise over the next couple of years! Find out who that includes this week on the scene. In Emma’s Opinion Corner, she reviews season 1 of “Search Party” (2016) streaming on HBO Max, has a hot take about paper straws, rates her hot tea of the week, and reviews two items from her Trader Joe’s haul in Fine Dining with Emma Dotson.
Mississippi Today article by Geoff Pender, House Bill 1426
MS Today article by Geoff Pender
Medical marijuan...2022-04-1432 minOn the SceneThe Involved KingWhat’s it like to be one of the most involved students on campus? Ask Cameron Mayers! This week on the scene, we interview Cameron and dive into his involvement with the Student Association, Holmes Cultural Diversity Center, TheatreMSU, and NAACP at MSU. In Emma’s Opinion Corner, she reviews “Turning Red” (2022) streaming now on Disney+, she has a hot take about celebrities doing voice acting, and she rates her hot teas of the week in our newest segment, “Fine Dining with Emma Dotson.”
Roger Ricker to vote against Supreme Court Justice nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson by WLOX Staff for WLBT
Macon C...2022-03-3146 minOn the SceneThe PresidentsEver wondered what it’s like to be MSU’s Student Body President?
Wonder no more! This week on the scene we welcomed guests current SBA President Garrett Smith and current VP/future President Kennedy Guest on the show to tell all. Listen to learn about the many benefits of the job, tough decisions that are made, and the massive amount of hard work that goes into making MSU a better place for all!
MSU updates its mask policy
MS Senate passes teachers’ pay bill by Geoff Pender and Bobby Harrison for Mississippi Today
Magnol...2022-03-051h 04On the SceneNPR Contest Entry: Medical Marijuana in MSThis week on the scene, we have a mini episode that gives you a rundown on the history and the future of medical marijuana in MS for NPR’s podcast contest! Emma also offers a hot take about books she believes should be banned.
Decriminalization of marijuana in MS by Hank Klibanoff for The Washington Post
Medical cannabidiol oil was legalized for people experiencing intractable epilepsy by Larrison Campbell for Mississippi Today
MS legalizes CBD for the general population by Patrick Lynch for Way of Leaf
Recent updates from Mississippi Today written by Geoff Pe...2022-02-1011 minOn the SceneThe Student BillHave you ever struggled with your mental health?
You’re not alone. In fact, one of the most pressing issues for student wellness is mental health at MSU. This week on the scene, we talk to Student Association Senator Josh Riggs about the actions he and other SA members are taking to make mental health a priority. In Emma’s Opinion Corner, she reviews MSU Film’s short film "Old Main" (2022) streaming now their website linked below, and things get spicy with a hot take about which sport is more difficult: soccer or football.
Redistricting update by Tyl...2022-02-0335 min
PenderFundPM Amar Pandya & the Pender Alternative Arbitrage FundIn this episode Geoff Scott, Senior Vice President, Investments, chats with Amar Pandya, Portfolio Manager of the Pender Alternative Arbitrage Fund. Together they will introduce the Fund and dive into the investing strategies behind the Fund, the opportunities that Amar sees on the horizon and the overall Fund positioning. They also explore the risk management and return strategies for the Fund, in particular Pender’s unique expertise and track record in identifying and analyzing M&A catalysts. Amar closes the podcast with a book recommendation.2021-09-2327 min
PenderFundPM Justin Jacobsen & the Pender Alternative Absolute Return FundIn this episode Geoff Scott, Senior Vice President, Investments, chats with Justin Jacobsen, Portfolio Manager of the Pender Alternative Absolute Return Fund. Together they discuss Justin’s background in investing, his shift from equity to credit and introduce the Pender Alternative Absolute Return Fund. Geoff and Justin dive into the investing strategies behind the Fund, the opportunities that Justin sees on the horizon and the current market environment. They also explore the details of some of the external variables the Fund may be subjected to and talk about the risk management and return strategy for the Fund. The podcast en...2021-09-1627 min
OB PODEp. 12 Spring Football In The AirEpisode Notes
This week OB Pod has a fun episode lined up for you. We start the episodes off with our motivational message like we do each and every week, this is a much needed one. It really helps you put things into perspective. We then go on letting you know that we are going to have Mayoral Candidates, Don Hall and Ken Adams on in two weeks to discuss their candidacy. We want questions from you! It is important that we have answers to questions from our citizens! You can email us at TheOBPodcast@gmail.com...2021-05-171h 15
PenderFundInvesting in Distressed CreditIn this episode Geoff Castle, Fixed Income Portfolio Manager, is joined by Parul Garg, Associate Portfolio Manager of the Pender Corporate Bond Fund, and Amar Pandya, Associate Portfolio Manager on the equity team. They discuss the current market conditions that have led to some interesting opportunities in distressed credit. They look back at prior dislocations, including 2016, as well as the risks associated with investing in distressed credit.2020-07-0234 min
PenderFundProfiles in Credit – Glenn ReynoldsIn this episode Geoff Castle, Pender’s Fixed Income Portfolio Manager, talks to Glenn Reynolds, Chief Global Strategist and Co-Founder of CreditSights. Pender’s fixed income team have worked with the research analysts of CreditSights for a number of years. Geoff and Glenn talk about the early days of high-yield, moving up to the present day and how past events may shape the post-COVID-19 future.2020-05-2139 min
PenderFundPender’s New Look Bond UniverseIn this episode Sarah Wildman, Director of Institutional & Family Office Wealth Services, sits down with Geoff Castle and Emily Wheeler, Portfolio Manager and Associate Portfolio Manager respectively of the recently launched Pender Bond Universe Fund. They discuss the new Fund, introduce Emily and highlight her experience, and talk about the current credit market and where both managers see opportunities.2020-02-2025 min
PenderFundThe 13 Steps to Investing in Fixed IncomeSarah Wildman is joined by Geoff Castle and Parul Garg, Portfolio Manager and Associate Portfolio Manager of the Pender Corporate Bond Fund. They discuss their thirteen-step decision-making checklist for analysing securities for inclusion in the portfolio.2019-11-2124 min
PenderFundTurning Over RocksDavid Barr is joined by Felix Narhi, Chief Investment Officer and Portfolio Manager on the equity side, and Geoff Castle, Portfolio Manager of the Pender Corporate Bond Fund who come together to discuss current markets and the opportunity we see for our balanced fund, the Pender Strategic Growth and Income Fund.2019-10-2429 min
Exploding Head MoviesXHM #443 - "Songs never fail to ease our minds" (2019 February 11)Part 3 and 4 of our annual Academy Awards preview as we continue our listen to nominees for best original song and score. We'll dig back to the scores previously profiled: Isle of Dogs and Black Panther, the latter of which includes one of the nominated songs. We'll also have a song from The Ballad of Buster Scruggs along with non-nominated music from Dumplin', Annihilation, First Man, Eighth Grade, Summer of '84 and Dead Shack, plus your Shindig 2018 winner.1. Charlotte Gainsbourg: Deadly Valentine (Rest, 2017) Because Music2. Pender Street Steppers: M Flight (Openin' Up 12", 2014) Peoples Potential Unlimited3. Yves Tumor...2019-02-122h 07Exploding Head MoviesXHM #443 - "Songs never fail to ease our minds" (2019 February 11)Part 3 and 4 of our annual Academy Awards preview as we continue our listen to nominees for best original song and score. We'll dig back to the scores previously profiled: Isle of Dogs and Black Panther, the latter of which includes one of the nominated songs. We'll also have a song from The Ballad of Buster Scruggs along with non-nominated music from Dumplin', Annihilation, First Man, Eighth Grade, Summer of '84 and Dead Shack, plus your Shindig 2018 winner.1. Charlotte Gainsbourg: Deadly Valentine (Rest, 2017) Because Music2. Pender Street Steppers: M Flight (Openin' Up 12", 2014) Peoples Potential Unlimited3. Yves Tumor...2019-02-122h 07
CiTR -- Exploding Head MoviesXHM #443 - "Songs never fail to ease our minds" (2019 February 11)Part 3 and 4 of our annual Academy Awards preview as we continue our listen to nominees for best original song and score. We'll dig back to the scores previously profiled: Isle of Dogs and Black Panther, the latter of which includes one of the nominated songs. We'll also have a song from The Ballad of Buster Scruggs along with non-nominated music from Dumplin', Annihilation, First Man, Eighth Grade, Summer of '84 and Dead Shack, plus your Shindig 2018 winner.
1. Charlotte Gainsbourg: Deadly Valentine (Rest, 2017) Because Music
2. Pender Street Steppers: M Flight (Openin' Up 12", 2014) Peoples Potential Unlimited
3. Yves Tumor: All the Love We...2019-02-1200 minCiTR -- Exploding Head MoviesXHM #443 - "Songs never fail to ease our minds" (2019 February 11)Part 3 and 4 of our annual Academy Awards preview as we continue our listen to nominees for best original song and score. We'll dig back to the scores previously profiled: Isle of Dogs and Black Panther, the latter of which includes one of the nominated songs. We'll also have a song from The Ballad of Buster Scruggs along with non-nominated music from Dumplin', Annihilation, First Man, Eighth Grade, Summer of '84 and Dead Shack, plus your Shindig 2018 winner. 1. Charlotte Gainsbourg: Deadly Valentine (Rest, 2017) Because Music 2. Pender Street Steppers: M Flight (Openin' Up 12", 2014) Peoples Potential Unlimited 3. Yves Tumor: All the Love We...2019-02-122h 07
PenderFundMeet PM Geoff CastleMeet Geoff Castle, Portfolio Manager of the Pender Corporate Bond Fund, who recently celebrated his third anniversary managing the Fund. On this episode, David Barr, Pender’s President, chats with Geoff about his background, and how his previous experiences tie into his outlook on credit markets and his approach to portfolio management. They discuss how he navigates the challenges and opportunities within fixed income, as well as how the market has changed in the past three years. Geoff also shares more about his strategies for capital preservation as a bond manager and where he sees future opportunities. Tune in to...2018-11-0831 min
TatterEpisode 28: Magnolia In Bloom (Mississippi Politics)ABOUT THIS EPISODE
The recent confirmation of Brett Kavanaugh's appointment to the U.S. Supreme Court--despite vocal and forceful opposition by many people--attests to the importance of being the majority party in the U.S. Senate. Democrats are currently in a narrow minority, and their path to control runs through Senate seats currently held by Republicans, many of which are in rural, agrarian states. One such state is Mississippi, and one such race features Republican Cindy Hyde-Smith and Democrat Mike Espy, among others. The election is likely to go to a runoff, and if control of the Senate...2018-10-1526 min
Oral ArgumentEpisode 36: Firehose of EqualityThe Supreme Court this week handed down a series of landmark non-decisions. We talk with PhD candidate and commentator Anthony Kreis about the confusing, hopeful, exciting, promising, uncertain, and evolving state of marriage equality. In the wake of a (so far) uniform wave of appellate court decisions striking down gay-marriage bans, the Supreme Court steps in and … lets them stand without taking them up for decision. Why? And what is the state of law? What is likely to happen, and what are local officials to do? (And if you’re in a position to hire a Visiting Assistant Professor or F...2014-10-111h 39