Think Like an Owner
PodcastsAlex Bridgeman's interview podcast on how ambitious CEOs grow great companies, with heavy coverage of search, small-company acquisition, and the operators and investors around them; roughly two episodes a week and nearly 300 episodes since 2018.
- Pricing
- Free, Free on all podcast platforms; 297 episodes as of early 2026, publishing about twice weekly.
- Best For
- Searchers and new owners who want operator and investor perspectives beyond deal mechanics, including hiring, systems, and growth after the acquisition
- Roadmap Stages
- 1. Decide if ETA Is for You8. Close & Transition
Pros
- Deep archive of operator and investor conversations relevant before and after an acquisition
- Active cadence (about two episodes weekly) with recent 2026 episodes confirmed
- The host invests in the space, which keeps guest quality high
Cons
- Coverage is broader than searcher-specific mechanics; deal-process detail is lighter than the deal-teardown shows
- The host's investing activity means guests often come from his own network, so perspectives can cluster
What Searchers Say
A fixture of the operator-podcast rotation alongside Acquiring Minds and In The Trenches; platform ratings are positive but low-volume, consistent with a niche professional audience. Cadence and recent activity verified on the podcast platforms in July 2026.