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FireSide: A Podcast Series from Future Standard

FireSide: A Podcast Series from Future Standard

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FireSide is a podcast series from Future Standard featuring episodes and research on the markets and economy. This information is educational in nature and does not constitute a financial promotion, investment advice or an inducement or incitement to participate in any product, offering or investment. Future Standard is not adopting, making a recommendation for or endorsing any investment strategy or particular security. All views, opinions and positions expressed herein are that of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions or positions of Future Standard. Interviews, including interviewee responses, are not intended to produce or solicit an endorsement of Future Standard or its products. All opinions are subject to change without notice, and you should always obtain current information and perform due diligence before participating in any investment. Future Standard does not provide legal or tax advice and the information herein should not be considered legal or tax advice. Tax laws and regulations are complex and subject to change, which can materially impact any investment result. Future Standard cannot guarantee that the information herein is accurate, complete, or timely. Future Standard makes no warranties with regard to such information or results obtained by its use, and disclaims any liability arising out of your use of, or any tax position taken in reliance on, such information.Any projections, forecasts and estimates contained herein are based upon certain assumptions that the author considers reasonable. Projections are necessarily speculative in nature, and it can be expected that some or all of the assumptions underlying the projections will not materialize or will vary significantly from actual results. The inclusion of projections herein should not be regarded as a representation or guarantee regarding the reliability, accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein, and neither Future Standard nor the author are under any obligation to update or keep current such information. All investing is subject to risk, including the possible loss of the money you invest.

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Episodes
  • 2026 Private markets outlook: Forged, not found

    2026 Private markets outlook: Forged, not found
    Mar 4 2026

    Private markets are entering 2026 at a pivotal moment. After years defined by inflation, rate volatility and compressed liquidity, investors now confront a landscape where opportunity is expanding — but not evenly. In this episode of the Future Standard Podcast, we explore why the year ahead represents an inflection point, how capital concentration is reshaping private markets and why the middle market remains a durable source value creation.

    Our 2026 Outlook, Forged, Not Found, argues that the next cycle won’t reward passive allocation to private market beta. Returns will be built through specialization, operational intensity and by addressing the market’s most pressing risks through real diversification, not diversification in name only.

    Download the full outlook: https://www.futurestandard.com/insights/private-markets-outlook/forged-not-found-selectivity-shapes-outcomes-as-momentum-builds

    Have a question for our experts? Text us for a chance to have your questions answered on the next episode.

    For more research insights go to https://futurestandard.com/insights

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    53 mins
  • Head to Head x Greg Toskos

    Head to Head x Greg Toskos
    Dec 10 2025

    In a new episode of Head to Head, Greg Toskos (Managing Director, Head National Sales, UBS Global Wealth Management) joins Co-Heads of Distribution Kirsten Pickens and Ryan Robertson.

    For more research insights go to https://futurestandard.com/insights

    Have a question for our experts? Text us for a chance to have your questions answered on the next episode.

    For more research insights go to https://futurestandard.com/insights

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    32 mins
  • Private markets outlook: CIO Mike Kelly—The new investing imperative

    Private markets outlook: CIO Mike Kelly—The new investing imperative
    Oct 27 2025

    In the finale of our Private Markets Outlook series, we sit down with Co-President and Chief Investment Officer Mike Kelly for an in-depth look into the new investing imperative in private markets.

    Mike joins Research team members Alan Flannigan and Andrew Korz to explore the shift from disinflation and low rates to today’s environment of volatility, inflation and uncertainty. He gives insights into how private markets offer new opportunities for growth, diversification and operational value creation—especially in the U.S. middle market.

    The Private Markets Outlook podcast series from Future Standard features special guests and portfolio managers from across our firm, each bringing unique perspectives on private equity, private credit and real estate. Get more private markets insights at futurestandard.com/insights


    Follow the value, not the herd: The new private markets imperative
    Q4 U.S. economic outlook: Artificial intelligence, real economic impact
    U.S. exceptionalism at a crossroads

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    44 mins
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