What's the Alternative? Meet the Manager

By Shana Orczyk Sissel

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Episodes: 34

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Welcome to "What's the Alternative?" hosted by Shana Orczyk Sissel, Founder and CEO of Banríon Capital Management, and widely known as the “Queen of Alternatives.” In this insightful podcast, Shana engages with leaders who are redefining the landscape of alternative investments, diving into the intricacies of strategies that often leave investors perplexed or hesitant.

Each episode tackles complex and sophisticated topics, bringing clarity to misunderstood products in the alternative space. Shana isn’t afraid to confront controversy or current events, posing the tough questions that many are thinking but few dare to ask. Through candid conversations with industry experts, listeners gain a deeper understanding of the dynamics at play in alternative investments and how these strategies can fit into their portfolios.

Join Shana as she unveils the realities of investing in alternatives, educating and empowering listeners to navigate this vital sector with confidence. Whether you’re an experienced investor or exploring new opportunities, “What's the Alternative?” promises to deliver thought-provoking discussions that challenge the status quo and elevate your investment IQ.


Episode Date
What's the Alternative? | Episode 34 | Understanding GP Stakes: A Unique Approach to Private Equity with Clark Edlund
Oct 06, 2026
What's the Alternative? | Episode 33 | ETF Masterclass: Buffered ETFs 101 with Erik Ogard
May 05, 2026
What's the Alternative? | Episode 32 | Beyond the 60/40: Navigating the Complex World of Return Stacking with Corey Hoffstein
Apr 07, 2026
What's the Alternative? | Episode 31 | The Art of Long Short Investing: Exploring Hedge Funds with Michael Marone
Mar 03, 2026
What's the Alternative? | Episode 30| Chasing Liquidity: Cracking the Code of Private Equity with John Lidington
Feb 03, 2026
What's the Alternative? | Episode 29| Beyond the Bank: Private Credit Confidential with Mario Valente
Jan 06, 2026
What's the Alternative? | Episode 28 | Unmasking Hedge Funds: Low-Cost Alternatives & Global Macro Secrets with Bob Elliott
Dec 02, 2025
What's the Alternative? | Episode 27 | Stacking the Deck: Redefining Alternative ETF Models with Jeremy Schwartz
Nov 04, 2025
What's the Alternative? | Episode 26 | Riffing on Returns: A Structured Note Playbook with Vinay Tolia
Oct 07, 2025
What's the Alternative? | Episode 25 | The Private Credit Revolution with John Sateri
Sep 09, 2025
What's the Alternative? | Episode 24 | Roundabouts and Real Estate: A Multifamily Adventure with Ivan Barratt
Aug 13, 2025
What's the Alternative? | Episode 23 | Private Real Estate and How to Build All-Weather Business with David Selznick
Jun 17, 2025
What's the Alternative? | Episode 22 | From Advisor to VC: How AI and Access Are Reshaping Venture Capital with Brad Zapp
May 20, 2025
What's the Alternative? | Episode 21 | Finding Yield in a Volatile Market with Michael Sedacca
Apr 22, 2025
What's the Alternative? | Episode 20 | The Missing Piece in Your Client Relationships with H. Adam Holt
Mar 25, 2025
What's the Alternative? | Episode 19 | Real Estate, Ego Investing and Heads in Beds with Greg Friedman
Feb 25, 2025
What's the Alternative? | Episode 18 | Putting Your Money Where Your House Is with Sean O'Dowd
Jan 28, 2025
What's the Alternative? | Episode 17 | Market Psychology and Technical Analysis featuring Katie Stockton
Dec 03, 2024
What's the Alternative? | Episode 16 | Tony Davidow's Guide to Private Markets featuring Tony Davidow
Nov 05, 2024
What's the Alternative? | Episode 15 | The Ins and Outs of ETFs featuring Vince Lorusso
Oct 08, 2024
What's the Alternative? | Episode 14 | The Smoothing Effect featuring Cliff Asness
Jul 16, 2024
What's the Alternative? | Episode 13 | Micro Private Equity: Investing in Small Business featuring Mike Vranjkovic
Jun 28, 2024
What's the Alternative? | Episode 12 | Be The Bank: Real Estate Debt Investing with Ben Lyons
Jun 13, 2024
What's the Alternative? | Episode 11 | Crypto 101 featuring Matt Hougan
May 22, 2024
What's the Alternative? | Episode 10 | Alternative Building Blocks featuring Michael Green
May 07, 2024
What's the Alternative? | Episode 9 | Interval Funds: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly featuring Kimberly Flynn
Apr 30, 2024
What's the Alternative? | Episode 8 | To Be or Not to Be Liquid (in Real Estate) Featuring Phil Bak
Mar 05, 2024
What's the Alternative? | Episode 7 | Achieving Alts for All By Leveraging Technology Featuring Steve Zuschin
Feb 14, 2024
What's the Alternative? | Episode 6 | Private Credit 101 featuring Jamie Shulman
Jan 25, 2024
What's the Alternative? | Episode 5 | Venture Capital Reimagined featuring Dave Thornton
Dec 27, 2023
What's the Alternative? | Episode 4 | Diversification with Liquid Alternatives featuring Bill DeRoche
Oct 10, 2023
What's the Alternative? | Episode 3 | Building Portfolios with a Third Wire featuring Dan Harms
Sep 11, 2023
What's the Alternative? | Episode 2 | A Guided Legacy featuring Josh Kanter
Aug 14, 2023
What's the Alternative? | Episode 1 | The Trend is Your Friend featuring Phil Toews
Jul 27, 2023