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The SPAC Podcast

The SPAC Podcast

著者: Joshua Wilson
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🎙️ Welcome to The SPAC Podcast — your front-row seat to the dynamic world of Special Purpose Acquisition Companies.


Hosted by Michael Blankenship, a leading capital markets attorney and partner at Winston & Strawn LLP, and Joshua Wilson, executive producer and capital markets advisor, The SPAC Podcast brings you candid conversations, insider insights, and sharp analysis from the people shaping the future of the SPAC market.


Whether you’re a sponsor, investor, founder, attorney, banker, or just curious about the mechanics and momentum behind SPACs — this show is your go-to source for education, strategy, and real-world stories from the dealmakers behind the deals.


🚀 What You’ll Hear


In each episode, we’ll unpack:


  • The structure, lifecycle, and mechanics of SPACs — from IPO to de-SPAC
  • Legal and regulatory insights that matter to sponsors and targets
  • Interviews with founders, investors, and advisors who’ve navigated successful transactions
  • Trends and forecasts from the front lines of capital markets
  • Lessons learned, deal strategies, and ways to leverage SPACs as a growth vehicle


We’re not just watching the SPAC market — we’re talking to the people building it.


🎧 Meet Your Hosts


Michael Blankenship is the Office Managing Partner of Winston & Strawn LLP (Houston) and Co-Chair of the firm’s Capital Markets practice. He has represented over 100 public companies, private equity firms, and SPACs in IPOs, M&A, de-SPACs, and securities offerings. Known for his clarity, legal acumen, and deal fluency, Michael brings unmatched insight into the regulatory, transactional, and strategic forces shaping the SPAC space.


Joshua Wilson is experienced in investment banking and the founder of multiple media brands, including The Investor Relations Podcast. With over 2,000 interviews under his belt and deep experience in real estate, private capital, and investor engagement, Josh brings a fresh voice and strategic lens to every conversation — helping connect deals with the stories and people behind them.


Together, they bridge law, finance, and media — guiding listeners through the world of SPACs with clarity, credibility, and curiosity.


🌎 Who This Show is For


  • SPAC Sponsors & CEOs
  • Institutional and Private Investors
  • Investment Bankers & Corporate Attorneys
  • Venture-backed Founders and Startups
  • Private Equity & Family Offices
  • Finance Professionals and Capital Markets Enthusiasts


🔔 Subscribe, Follow, and Join the Conversation


This isn’t just a show — it’s a platform for education, connection, and business development in the SPAC ecosystem. Subscribe now on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube. New episodes drop weekly.


Follow us on LinkedIn and share the show with colleagues, clients, and fellow capital markets pros.


The SPAC Podcast

Where sponsors meet stories, markets meet momentum, and strategy meets execution.

© 2025 The SPAC Podcast
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  • From Hedge Funds to SPAC Investing
    2025/09/16

    In this episode of The SPAC Podcast, we sit down with Louis Camhi, who shares the unexpected path that led him from covering fintech at major hedge funds to becoming a focused SPAC investor and fund manager. His story starts in 2014, when a call from a friend working on a SPAC deal sparked his curiosity. What followed was a deep dive into SPAC structures from units and warrants to downside protection and ultimately, a shift in his career trajectory.

    Louis recounts his time at Three Corner Global and Citadel, including a pivotal “aha moment” during a crowded investor meeting in New York. That experience pushed him to rethink his role in the traditional hedge fund world and launch a fund of his own one where SPACs and less crowded opportunities could be pursued with more intention. His perspective offers a rare glimpse into how institutional professionals find and create opportunities in niche areas like SPACs.

    Connect with the Guest:

    Louis Camhi – SPAC Investor & Fund Manager

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-camhi-aa3464b/

    View all of their episodes here:

    https://www.thespacpodcast.com/guests/louis-camhi/


    Connect with the Hosts & The SPAC Podcast:

    Michael Blankenship LinkedIn:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeblankenship/

    Joshua Wilson LinkedIn:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuabrucewilson/

    YouTube Channel:

    https://www.youtube.com/@Thespacpodcast


    Contact The SPAC Podcast:

    https://www.thespacpodcast.com/contact/


    #SPACs #CapitalMarkets #SPACPodcast #Fintech #HedgeFunds #SPACInvesting #CareerPivots

    The views, opinions, and statements expressed by the guest are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of The SPAC Podcast, its hosts, or affiliated organizations. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment, legal, tax, or accounting advice.


    Disclaimer:

    Michael J. Blankenship is a licensed attorney and is a partner at Winston & Strawn LLP. Joshua Wilson is a licensed Florida real estate broker and holds FINRA Series 79 and Series 63 licensure. The content of this podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as legal, financial, or compliance advice. The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of any regulatory agency, law firm, employer, or organization.

    Listeners are encouraged to consult their own legal counsel, compliance professionals, or financial advisors to ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations, including those enforced by the SEC, FINRA, and other regulatory bodies. This podcast does not constitute a solicitation, offer, or recommendation of any financial products, securities transactions, or legal services.


    Let’s Connect on LinkedIn:

    👉 Michael J. Blankenship - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeblankenship/

    👉 Joshua Bruce Wilson - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuabrucewilson/


    To Contact Us or Collaborate:

    🎙️ https://www.TheSPACPodcast.com/contact/

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  • Hard Lessons from 10 SPAC Deals
    2025/09/15

    In this episode of The SPAC Podcast, Adeel Rouf opens up about the biggest lessons he’s learned across more than 10 SPAC transactions. Rather than highlighting wins, Adeel shares candid stories of missteps that taught him what truly matters in successful SPAC sponsorship.

    From rushing private companies to public markets before they were ready, to underestimating the pressure of quarterly reporting, Adeel emphasizes the importance of investor communication, management readiness, and strategic alignment. He also explains why having the right long-term investors on board is just as crucial as finding the right target.

    If you’re thinking about becoming a SPAC sponsor or evaluating your readiness, this is a must-watch segment on the realities of what it takes.

    Connect with the Guest:

    Adeel Rouf – SPAC Sponsor & Investor

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adeelrouf/

    View all of their episodes here:

    https://www.thespacpodcast.com/guests/adeel-rouf/


    Connect with the Hosts & The SPAC Podcast:

    Michael Blankenship LinkedIn:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeblankenship/

    Joshua Wilson LinkedIn:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuabrucewilson/

    YouTube Channel:

    https://www.youtube.com/@Thespacpodcast

    Contact The SPAC Podcast:

    https://www.thespacpodcast.com/contact/

    #SPACs #CapitalMarkets #SPACPodcast #SPACLessons #PublicMarkets #DeSPAC #InvestorEducation

    The views, opinions, and statements expressed by the guest are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of The SPAC Podcast, its hosts, or affiliated organizations. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment, legal, tax, or accounting advice.


    Disclaimer:

    Michael J. Blankenship is a licensed attorney and is a partner at Winston & Strawn LLP. Joshua Wilson is a licensed Florida real estate broker and holds FINRA Series 79 and Series 63 licensure. The content of this podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as legal, financial, or compliance advice. The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of any regulatory agency, law firm, employer, or organization.

    Listeners are encouraged to consult their own legal counsel, compliance professionals, or financial advisors to ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations, including those enforced by the SEC, FINRA, and other regulatory bodies. This podcast does not constitute a solicitation, offer, or recommendation of any financial products, securities transactions, or legal services.


    Let’s Connect on LinkedIn:

    👉 Michael J. Blankenship - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeblankenship/

    👉 Joshua Bruce Wilson - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuabrucewilson/


    To Contact Us or Collaborate:

    🎙️ https://www.TheSPACPodcast.com/contact/

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  • The Biggest Misperceptions About SPACs
    2025/09/12

    In this episode of The SPAC Podcast, Louis Camhi tackles one of the most pressing questions in the capital markets today: What are the biggest misperceptions about SPACs and how do we correct the record?

    Louis explains the crucial difference between a SPAC and a de-SPAC, outlining why the redemption feature makes pre-deal SPACs more like convertible bonds with downside protection, while post-deal de-SPACs behave like traditional equities. He also walks through the history of how the 2020 SPAC boom brought in a wave of high-net-worth individuals, many without deal or capital access, and how that led to misaligned incentives and negative outcomes when SEC rules changed.

    With clearer incentives, returning serial sponsors, and a more educated investor base, Louis believes we’re entering a better-aligned chapter for SPACs. But, he cautions, the lessons of the last cycle shouldn’t be forgotten.

    Connect with the Guest:

    Louis Camhi – SPAC Investor & Fund Manager

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-camhi-aa3464b/

    View all of their episodes here:

    https://www.thespacpodcast.com/guests/louis-camhi/


    Connect with the Hosts & The SPAC Podcast:

    Michael Blankenship LinkedIn:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeblankenship/

    Joshua Wilson LinkedIn:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuabrucewilson/

    YouTube Channel:

    https://www.youtube.com/@Thespacpodcast


    Contact The SPAC Podcast:

    https://www.thespacpodcast.com/contact/

    #SPACs #CapitalMarkets #SPACPodcast #DeSPAC #InvestorEducation #MarketCycles #IncentivesMatter

    The views, opinions, and statements expressed by the guest are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of The SPAC Podcast, its hosts, or affiliated organizations. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment, legal, tax, or accounting advice.


    Disclaimer:

    Michael J. Blankenship is a licensed attorney and is a partner at Winston & Strawn LLP. Joshua Wilson is a licensed Florida real estate broker and holds FINRA Series 79 and Series 63 licensure. The content of this podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as legal, financial, or compliance advice. The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of any regulatory agency, law firm, employer, or organization.

    Listeners are encouraged to consult their own legal counsel, compliance professionals, or financial advisors to ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations, including those enforced by the SEC, FINRA, and other regulatory bodies. This podcast does not constitute a solicitation, offer, or recommendation of any financial products, securities transactions, or legal services.


    Let’s Connect on LinkedIn:

    👉 Michael J. Blankenship - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeblankenship/

    👉 Joshua Bruce Wilson - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuabrucewilson/


    To Contact Us or Collaborate:

    🎙️ https://www.TheSPACPodcast.com/contact/

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