Deal Flow Diaries

Alexandra Fairweather & Elaine Chamberlain
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Deal Flow Diaries is a high-impact podcast offering listeners a rare window into the minds of the titans shaping today’s economy. From private equity and real estate to fashion, tech, and entertainment, Alexandra Fairweather and Elaine Chamberlain sit down with visionary founders, fund managers, and cultural leaders. Together, they reveal the untold stories behind big deals, hard setbacks, and bold bets—giving listeners unfiltered lessons in risk, ambition, and strategy. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the hosts or Deal Flow Diaries (or its affiliated companies). This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, investment, medical, or other professional advice. You should consult your own advisors before making decisions based on this content.

Episodes

  1. 4D AGO

    Sarah Nesheim: Startups, the Future of Content, and Smart Pivots

    In Episode 4 of Deal Flow Diaries, we sit down with Sarah Nesheim, co-founder of Crafted, to unpack the pivots, mistakes, and mindset shifts that transformed a pandemic side project into a data-driven platform connecting social media to real world retail sales.  Sarah’s journey did not begin with a polished product. It began with investing her life savings into a recipe-sharing app during lockdown, pivoting to live streaming commerce, and ultimately discovering the real problem brands were desperate to solve: how to prove that digital content actually drives in-store purchases.  Crafted now operates at the intersection of creators, paid media, and brick-and-mortar retail, using trackable campaigns and digital rebates to measure real checkout behavior, not vanity metrics. What started as influencer campaigns evolved into a platform built around measurable retail conversion, first-party data, and disciplined execution.  Join us as we talk about:  Turning an ego-driven idea into a validated business by identifying and solving a real problem that customers will actually pay for Founder-led sales, running effective discovery calls, and the BANT framework for closing deals Preparing for VC pitches like a data-driven sales process, recording every call, and improving analytically The emotional swings of startup life, impostor syndrome, and developing unshakeable confidence over time Why unsexy businesses often win This episode is a reminder that real businesses are rarely built in a straight line. They are built through pivots, humility, discipline, and a willingness to abandon the wrong idea in pursuit of the right one. Deal Flow Diaries continues to take you inside the real decisions, inflection points, and mindset shifts behind founders who are building systems that compound. Follow Sarah & Crafted:  LinkedIn Crafted  Instagram Questions or comments, we'd love to hear from you...send us a text! Questions and comments; reach out to us at inquiries@dealflowdiariespodcast.com Find out more about the dealflowdiariespodcast.com To stay up to date with Deal Flow Diaries and get all the behind-the-scenes content, follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple or Spotify or where ever you get your podcasts. Recorded at The Newsstand Studios at Rockefeller Center. Thank you for listening.

    42 min

  2. FEB 9

    Max Siegelman: Identity-Driven Brand Building

    Building a brand people believe in starts long before the numbers make sense. In Episode 3 of Deal Flow Diaries, we sit down with Max Siegelman, founder of Siegelman Stable, to explore how instinct, storytelling, and patience can turn a personal passion into an enduring business. What began as a family harness racing stable in the 1980s evolved into a modern lifestyle brand rooted in nostalgia, authenticity, and community. Max shares how Siegelman Stable grew organically from a $300 run of sweatshirts and hats into a cult following across fashion, sports, and culture, without a traditional marketing budget and without chasing trends. From early moments of validation like artists and athletes wearing the brand, to the realities of scrappy decision making and staying true to taste, this conversation offers a candid look at what it takes to build something meaningful and lasting. Join us as we talk about: Turning a family legacy and personal story into a modern brand with real cultural resonanceWhy following your gut matters more than data in the early stages of buildingScaling intentionally, protecting taste, and resisting the pressure to grow too fastUsing storytelling, scarcity, and community to build a brand without paid marketingThe role of equine therapy, giving back, and purpose in long term brand buildingThis episode is a reminder that the strongest brands are built with identity, consistency, and understanding how to build a community. If you care about culture, craft, and building something that lasts, this conversation is for you. Deal Flow Diaries continues to take you inside the real decisions, inflection points, and mindset shifts behind today’s most thoughtful founders and operators. Follow Max & Sigelman Stable: Website: www.siegelmanstable.com IG: @max_siegelman, @siegelmanstable Questions or comments, we'd love to hear from you...send us a text! Questions and comments; reach out to us at inquiries@dealflowdiariespodcast.com Find out more about the dealflowdiariespodcast.com To stay up to date with Deal Flow Diaries and get all the behind-the-scenes content, follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple or Spotify or where ever you get your podcasts. Recorded at The Newsstand Studios at Rockefeller Center. Thank you for listening.

    37 min

  3. JAN 26

    Noah Neiman: Reinvention and Building a Community That Aligns

    Content Advisory: This episode includes discussion of substance use and overdose.  Reinvention isn’t a straight line, and growth isn’t always forward. In Episode 2 of Deal Flow Diaries, we sit down with Noah Neiman, co-founder of Rumble and founder of The Pack, for an unfiltered conversation about identity, discipline, and the courage to walk away from what’s working to build what truly aligns. Noah shares his journey from accounting to nightlife, from teaching late-night classes at Barry’s Bootcamp to scaling Rumble into a global fitness brand, and why success forced him to confront a deeper question: Who am I building this for now? That period of reflection led to The Pack, a next-generation training concept rooted in presence, longevity, and real community, as well as Knuckle Therapy, a deeply personal brand inspired by loyalty, resilience, and showing up even on the hardest days. This episode explores what it really means to rebuild, from the inside out. Join us as we talk about: Why life (and business) is never linear, and how setbacks become teachersBuilding brands around belonging, not hypeTurning lived experience into a competitive advantageLetting go of past identities to create something more honest and sustainableWhy service, community, and rigorous effort are the strongest forms of glue Whether you’re navigating a pivot, questioning your next chapter, or building something of your own, Noah’s story is a reminder that reinvention isn’t failure—it’s clarity. Deal Flow Diaries is about real conversations with people who build, across industries, cycles, and identities. No fluff. Just the truth behind the work. Follow Noah’s Socials:  @noahdneiman @thepack @knuckletherapy Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the hosts or Deal Flow Diaries (or its affiliated companies). This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, investment, medical, or other professional advice. You should consult your own advisors before making decisions based on this content. Questions or comments, we'd love to hear from you...send us a text! Questions and comments; reach out to us at inquiries@dealflowdiariespodcast.com Find out more about the dealflowdiariespodcast.com To stay up to date with Deal Flow Diaries and get all the behind-the-scenes content, follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple or Spotify or where ever you get your podcasts. Recorded at The Newsstand Studios at Rockefeller Center. Thank you for listening.

    46 min

  4. JAN 12

    Eric Goodman: Discipline, Resilience, and Building Through Every Cycle

    Real estate finance doesn’t have to be opaque. In the debut episode of Deal Flow Diaries, we sit down with Eric Goodman, co-founder and managing partner of Goodman Capital LLC, to unpack how disciplined private credit strategies are built—and sustained—across market cycles. Eric shares the story behind Goodman Capital, a New York–based real estate private credit platform focused on senior-secured lending on high-quality assets, and the principles that have guided the firm through more than a billion dollars in closed transactions. From legacy roots in the 1980s to today’s data-driven approach, this conversation offers a clear, candid look at what conservative underwriting really means in practice. Join us as we talk about: How Goodman Capital structures senior-secured private credit—and why entry point matters more than headlinesBuilding a cycle-tested lending platform rooted in family legacy, patience, and disciplined underwritingTurning rejection, self-doubt, and nontraditional paths into long-term advantageWhy breaking self-limiting beliefs around credentials and confidence is essential to building anything meaningfulThe compounding power of mentorship, team-building, and investing in yourself—plus Eric’s outlook on where capital can move safely todayWhether you’re an investor, operator, or simply curious about how real estate deals actually get done, this episode sets the tone for Deal Flow Diaries: thoughtful conversations, real insights, and no fluff. Follow Eric & Goodman Capital: Website: goodmancapitalllc.com IG & Facebook: @goodmancapitalllc LinkedIn: Eric Goodman Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the hosts or Deal Flow Diaries (or its affiliated companies). This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, investment, medical, or other professional advice. You should consult your own advisors before making decisions based on this content. Questions or comments, we'd love to hear from you...send us a text! Questions and comments; reach out to us at inquiries@dealflowdiariespodcast.com Find out more about the dealflowdiariespodcast.com To stay up to date with Deal Flow Diaries and get all the behind-the-scenes content, follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple or Spotify or where ever you get your podcasts. Recorded at The Newsstand Studios at Rockefeller Center. Thank you for listening.

    37 min

  5. SEASON 1, EPISODE 1 TRAILER

    Deal Flow Diaries Trailer

    Deal Flow Diaries is a high-impact podcast offering listeners a rare window into the minds of the titans shaping today’s economy. From private equity and real estate to fashion, tech, and entertainment, Alexandra Fairweather and Elaine Chamberlain sit down with visionary founders, fund managers, and cultural leaders. Together, they reveal the untold stories behind big deals, hard setbacks, and bold bets—giving listeners unfiltered lessons in risk, ambition, and strategy.  Questions or comments, we'd love to hear from you...send us a text! Questions and comments; reach out to us at inquiries@dealflowdiariespodcast.com Find out more about the dealflowdiariespodcast.com To stay up to date with Deal Flow Diaries and get all the behind-the-scenes content, follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and on YouTube. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple or Spotify or where ever you get your podcasts. Recorded at The Newsstand Studios at Rockefeller Center. Thank you for listening.

    1 min

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Deal Flow Diaries is a high-impact podcast offering listeners a rare window into the minds of the titans shaping today’s economy. From private equity and real estate to fashion, tech, and entertainment, Alexandra Fairweather and Elaine Chamberlain sit down with visionary founders, fund managers, and cultural leaders. Together, they reveal the untold stories behind big deals, hard setbacks, and bold bets—giving listeners unfiltered lessons in risk, ambition, and strategy. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the hosts or Deal Flow Diaries (or its affiliated companies). This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, investment, medical, or other professional advice. You should consult your own advisors before making decisions based on this content.

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  • Creator
    Alexandra Fairweather & Elaine Chamberlain
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Deal Flow Diaries
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