The Credit Clubhouse

Todd Anderson, Head of Content & programming, DealCatalyst
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Welcome to The Credit Clubhouse — where the world of structured credit, direct lending, asset-based finance, and fund finance meets sharp insights and even sharper wit. Hosted by Todd Anderson, DealCatalyst’s Head of Content, this podcast dives deep into the complex world of alternative finance with a dash of humor and a lot of know-how. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just looking to sound smarter at your next industry event, Todd and his guests will break down the jargon and unpack the trends shaping the future of credit markets — one episode at a time. Grab your headphones; the deals are in the details!

  1. E50: How Credit is Moving On-Chain with Adrian Cachinero Vasiljevic of Steakhouse Financial

    5D AGO

    E50: How Credit is Moving On-Chain with Adrian Cachinero Vasiljevic of Steakhouse Financial

    This episode is presented by 9fin. The AI-native platform for modern credit teams. Head to https://www.9fin.com/demo to request a 30-minute personalised demonstration. 00:00 - Welcome to the Clubhouse: Understanding Crypto and DeFi 02:43 - Demystifying Crypto and DeFi: Settlement Layers and Applications 07:56 - Why the World is Moving to a Stablecoin Economy 10:39 - Overcoming Hurdles: Adoption, Intermediaries, and Singleness of Money 19:22 - Institutional Interest Drives On-Chain Credit Expansion 24:12 - Real-World Applications: Stablecoins for Payments and Settlement 30:48 - Boom, Bust, and Beyond: Crypto's Generational Shift 36:18 - Rule Enforcement and System Competition in DeFi 40:48 - Connecting Blockchains: Interoperability, Security, and AI's Role 45:26 - Adrian's Hobbies, Book, and Future Predictions Adrian Cachinero Vasiljevic , co-founder of Steakhouse Financial - https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriancachinero/ Todd Anderson, Head of Content & Programming, DealCatalyst - https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddanderson19/

    49 min
  2. E49 - Credit Crunch Quarterly with Nick Smith of Claret Capital Partners

    FEB 6

    E49 - Credit Crunch Quarterly with Nick Smith of Claret Capital Partners

    Sign up for the Credit Crunch Blog - https://www.creditcrunch.blog/ 00:00 - Welcome to the Clubhouse: Private Credit's Current State 02:58 - Why Big Funds Still Rule Private Credit Fundraising 06:56 - KSL's Niche: Capitalizing on the K-Shaped Economy 15:08 - From Evergreen Funds to 401Ks: Expanding Private Market Access 21:35 - Why Investors are Shifting from Private Equity to Credit 26:43 - Howard Marks' Warning: Is AI Creating a New Bubble? 31:05 - Market Bifurcation: Consolidation and the Future of Credit Nick Smith, Portfolio Manager, Claret Capital Partners https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-smith01/ Todd Anderson, Head of Content & Programming, DealCatalyst - https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddanderson19/

    36 min
  3. E48 - The Strength of Structured Credit with Michael Nowakowski of Conning

    JAN 30

    E48 - The Strength of Structured Credit with Michael Nowakowski of Conning

    00:00 - Kicking Off the New Year with Michael Nowakowski of Conning 01:21 - Assessing the Current State of Structured Credit Markets Today 03:38 - Uncovering Potential Red Flags in Today's Structured Credit Market 05:44 - How Private Debt is Reshaping Structured Credit Deal Terms 08:43 - Michael Nowakowski Details Conning's Structured Credit Focus 10:15 - The Rise of New Issuers in Digital Infrastructure Securitization 11:52 - Exploring the Blending of Public and Private Capital in Deals 14:01 - Why Esoteric Asset Classes Offer Appealing Opportunities Today 17:25 - Navigating the Risks and Caution in Data Center Investments 22:54 - Discovering Value in Other Structured Credit Asset Classes 25:22How Clients React to Major Market News and Policy Changes 27:35 - Michael's Hobbies, Book Picks, and a Bold Market Prediction 31:24 - Don't Miss Out: Exclusive Conference Offer for Listeners Michael Nowakowski, Head of Structured Products, Conning - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-nowakowski09/ Todd Anderson, Head of Content & Programming, DealCatalyst - https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddanderson19/

    32 min
  4. E47 - Inside the Spread: Volume 2 - Secondaries Market Gains Momentum

    JAN 24

    E47 - Inside the Spread: Volume 2 - Secondaries Market Gains Momentum

    If you have not yet taken the DealCatalyst Fund Finance Survey, please do so here. We welcome your input. 00:00 - Navigating Private Credit: Inside the Spread Volume 2 02:55 - EQT Acquisition and Global Rebalancing Fuel Secondaries Growth 09:59 - Blue-Chip Firms Dominate Private Credit Fundraising Landscape 13:41 - The Rise of Evergreen and Interval Funds in Private Credit 19:07 - Stay Tuned for New Guests and Podcast Segments 19:54 - Direct Lending Market Poised for Trillions in Growth 23:40 - Regulatory Easing and Bank Competition in Private Credit 28:18 - The Existential Challenge of Fintech Profitability and Scale 31:56 - Thank You and Final Podcast Announcements Todd Anderson, Head of Content & Programming, DealCatalyst - https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddanderson19/

    33 min
  5. E46 - Inside the Spread: Volume 1

    JAN 10

    E46 - Inside the Spread: Volume 1

    00:00 - The Credit Clubhouse Welcomes You and Launches "Inside the Spread" 03:44 - A Troubled History: The Host's Buffalo Bills Playoff Agony 06:21 - Examining Global Regulatory Scrutiny on the Private Credit Market 13:21 - Strong Fundraising and the Rise of Evergreen Private Credit Funds 18:39 - Exploring Private Credit Growth in Asia, Middle East, and Secondaries 22:21 - Don't Miss Out: Final Conference Reminders and Go Bills! Todd Anderson, Head of Content & Programming, DealCatalyst - https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddanderson19/

    24 min
  6. E45 - The Headwinds and Tailwinds of Private Credit

    JAN 4

    E45 - The Headwinds and Tailwinds of Private Credit

    00:00 - New Year Greetings and The Credit Clubhouse Growth 02:33 - Analyzing 2025's Up and Down Private Credit Markets 05:09 - How Banks Partner with Private Credit, Not Compete 09:14 - The AI Boom and Big Tech's Growing Debt Ratios 15:36 - Prioritizing Risk Management and Selective Deal Making in 2026 17:37 - Why BDCs Face Headwinds and Investor Expectation Resets 20:22 - The Growing Appeal of Asset-Based Finance Opportunities 24:13 - Host's Closing Thoughts and Exclusive Listener Offer Todd Anderson, Head of Content & Programming, DealCatalyst - https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddanderson19/

    26 min
  7. E44 - The GP Financing Landscape with Greg Hardiman of Crescent Capital

    12/23/2025

    E44 - The GP Financing Landscape with Greg Hardiman of Crescent Capital

    00:00 - Clarifying GP Finance and its Role in Fund Management03:17 - Exploring Motivations and Capital Alternatives for GP Financing07:42 - How Crescent Capital Navigates Compelling Market Dynamics13:10 - Identifying the Ideal Target Sponsor for Crescent Capital16:05 - Understanding GP Financing Collateral and Bilateral Deal Structures19:43 - Expanding GP Finance to Other Funds and Crescent's Unique Advantage23:09 - Exploring Innovative Structures and the Evolving GP Finance Market25:17 - Anticipating the Future Evolution and Potential Impediments in GP Finance29:35 - Getting to Know Greg Hardiman with Rapid Fire Fun Questions32:03 - Don't Miss Out: Episode Wrap-up and Exclusive Listener Offer Greg Hardiman, GP-LP Solutions, Crescent Capital - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregory-hardiman/ Todd Anderson, Head of Content & Programming, DealCatalyst - https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddanderson19/

    33 min
  8. E43 - Private Credit Fears Linger , Favorite Christmas Movies and College Football Playoff

    12/19/2025

    E43 - Private Credit Fears Linger , Favorite Christmas Movies and College Football Playoff

    Apollo's Private Credit: Fact vs. Fiction Pension Slams Private Market Ratings After €1 Billion Loss 00:00 - Analyzing Apollo's Defense and Pension Fund Losses in Private Credit 06:22 - Counting Down the Best Holiday Films, From Classics to Modern Favorites 11:12 - Examining the NFL's Massive Ratings and Financial Impact on Sports 14:25 - The Playoff's Impact, Ratings Success, and Private Equity in College Sports 19:33 - Forecasting College Football Champions and Thanking Our Valued Listeners Top 10 Christmas Movies National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989)Home Alone (1990)Elf (2003)The Holiday (2006)A Christmas Story (1983)It's a Wonderful Life (1946)Love Actually (2003)How the Grinch Stole Christmas (1966/2000)A Charlie Brown Christmas (1965)The Polar Express (2004)Honorable Mention Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964)Frosty the Snowman (1969)Four Christmases (2008) Todd Anderson, Head of Content & Programming, DealCatalyst - https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddanderson19/

    23 min
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Welcome to The Credit Clubhouse — where the world of structured credit, direct lending, asset-based finance, and fund finance meets sharp insights and even sharper wit. Hosted by Todd Anderson, DealCatalyst’s Head of Content, this podcast dives deep into the complex world of alternative finance with a dash of humor and a lot of know-how. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just looking to sound smarter at your next industry event, Todd and his guests will break down the jargon and unpack the trends shaping the future of credit markets — one episode at a time. Grab your headphones; the deals are in the details!

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  • Creator
    Todd Anderson, Head of Content & programming, DealCatalyst
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    50
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Todd Anderson, Head of Content & programming, DealCatalyst
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