COMING SOON
China's Tightens Its Grip on the South Sudan: Presidential Candidate Bol Gai Deng and Experts Engage
South Sudan stands at a crossroads. China controls its oil, infrastructure, and politics. Former Presidential Candidate in exile, Bol Gai Deng, joins our host, Don Ulsch to reveal how Beijing’s investment strategy is reshaping nations, weakening U.S. influence, and threatening Africa’s economic future. Tune in to Skytop's “Grey Zone Report: China” for more.
SHAREHOLDER ACTIVISM
Proxy Fights and Press Releases: Two Legal Minds Talk About Shaping Boardroom Narrative Activist investing isn’t for the faint of heart and neither is this show. With 20+ years in the trenches, our host, Activist Investor and Board Director Nick Graziano, dives into the proxy season’s biggest battles with top attorneys from both sides of the boardroom table. Are activists gaining ground, or are boards just getting better at playing defense? Let’s find out.
The Small‑Cap Fault Line: Activists vs. Entrenched Directors Proxy veteran John Grau pulls back the curtain on the rise of activist investing, the regulatory shifts fueling modern contests, and why weak boards become targets. From universal proxy rules to index‑fund muscle and real‑world showdowns, discover how activists upend entrenched directors to unlock shareholder value.
Activist Edge: Inside Crescendo’s Playbook on Value, SPACs & Canadian Advantage From hostile boardroom battles to SPAC strategy, this episode of Michael Levin's Activist Investor dives into Crescendo’s activist-investing approach. Discover why Canada offers unique advantages for shareholder action, how Crescendo targets undervalued companies, and why real operating businesses—not hype—drive their SPAC success. A masterclass in value creation and strategic control.
CAPITAL MARKETS
Battle for the Boardroom, a Skytop documentary chronicles how empowered corporate governance lawyers and the poison pill shaped control public companies. Explore how activists challenge management, how boards respond and how their sometimes bloody battles changed the balance of power over the last 50 years.
Pushback on Shareholder Rights Amid Growing Backlash Against ESG SkytopTV dives into the shifting landscape of corporate governance with Professor Charles Elson. From Delaware’s controversial SB 21 and the race to the bottom, to SEC rule changes and the ESG backlash, this episode unpacks how investor rights are being reshaped and what accountability means for the future of capitalism.
To the Point: Former CIA Head of Digital Innovation Jennifer Ewbank on Emerging Cyber Threats, AI Intrusions & More Join our host, Jeremy Fielding, CEO of the communications firm KekstCNC and Jennifer Ewbank, former CIA Deputy Director of Digital Innovation, joins us for a sharp, unflinching look at the convergence of national security and corporate cybersecurity. From state-sponsored attacks to SEC mandates, M&A vulnerabilities, and the rise of Gen AI and Deep Fakes—this is the executive briefing you can’t afford to miss.
Space Isn't Out There—It's Here Space isn’t out there, it’s here, woven into everyday life. From GPS and stock trades to biotech breakthroughs and, even baking cookies, in orbit, space tech is revolutionizing Earth’s industries. Join former CIA Space Analyst, Tim Chrisman, and top experts as they explore how this innovation frontier is transforming our world.
CYBER RESILIENCE
Cybersecurity at the Crossroads: Policy, Power, and the Criminal Underground Michael Daniel, President Obama’s former chief cyber advisor and now head of the Cyber Threat Alliance, joins Larry Clinton to explore the policy side of cybersecurity. From nation‑state threats and critical infrastructure resilience to the rise of organized cybercrime, this episode uncovers how government and industry must collaborate to confront escalating digital risks.
Cyber War Goes Corporate: Leading CISO Speaks Out on Nation-State Attacks and the New Front Lines Cyber war has gone corporate. Leidos CISO JR Williamson joins Larry Clinton to expose how nation-states now target private companies—from telecoms to energy grids—placing them on the front lines of global conflict. Discover how cyber threats are evolving, why hack-back is dangerous, and what it means for national security.
Cyber Shadows and Strategic Clarity: A Conversation with Former UK National Security Advisor, John Lindsay John Lindsay, former UK national security advisor and now a leading cybersecurity strategist, joins Chuck Brooks to unpack how AI, quantum computing, and insider threats are transforming the geopolitical risk landscape. From hybrid warfare to boardroom vulnerabilities, Lindsay offers rare insight into the future of digital conflict and resilience.
CSR & SUSTAINABILITY
Truth to Power: Human Rights Warrior Benjamin Skinner on Forced Labor, Supply Chains, and Corporate Accountability Emmanuelle Diehl speaks with Benjamin Skinner, founder of Transparentem, about uncovering forced labor in Mauritius’s apparel industry. Drawing on his roots as an investigative journalist, Skinner reveals how migrant workers are exploited—and how brands must choose between silence or action. A gripping look at ethics, evidence, and accountability.
Climate Expert and Leading Research Academic Dr. Genevieve Guenther Breaks the Ice on Climate Truth in a World of Denial Climate denial is deadly and the silence around it even more so. In this gripping episode of Meteorologist, Climate Expert, and Host of Skytop's Extreme Weather, Chris Gloninger confronts the rising tide of climate disasters and shrinking media coverage. Dr. Genevieve Guenther, founder of End Climate Silence, joins us to expose why ignoring the science puts lives at risk.
INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT
Can Investors Hedge Disaster and Drive Impact? Cat Bonds Test Profit with Purpose Welcome to Profit & Purpose—where capital markets meet climate resilience. Host Ethan Powell explores catastrophe bonds with Rick Pagnani, a pioneer in insurance-linked securities. From hurricanes to hard assets, we unpack how investors can earn yield, transfer risk, and build social impact. Can finance really fix what nature breaks?
Former Member of the EU Parliament, Richard Howitt on Disclosure Dynamics: SEC's Climate Rule Controversy In this incisive interview, former SEC Chair Jay Clayton argues that the agency’s climate disclosure rule was “destined for failure.” He critiques its lack of industry-specific nuance, unrealistic comparability goals, and absence of a national transition plan. Clayton calls for pragmatic ESG disclosure rooted in financial materiality, not regulatory overreach.
WASHINGTON & THE WORLD
Supply Chain Under Siege: Former Homeland Security Secretary, Michael Chertoff, on Geopolitics, Cyber Threats, and Economic Warfare On Washington and Beyond, host Kandie Stroud interviews Michael Chertoff, former Secretary of Homeland Security, about the fragility of global supply chains. From undersea cables to rare earths, Chertoff reveals how adversaries like China and Russia weaponize economic tools and cyber intrusions—threatening food, energy, and digital infrastructure.
Shadow Networks: Assume Breach, Lead Defense On Shadow Networks with Bob Liscouski, veteran cybersecurity strategist Morgan Wright reveals why companies must assume breach, modernize defenses, and empower people. From AI‑driven detection to social engineering attacks, the series shows how leadership and culture are as vital as technology in protecting shareholder value.
Paris Olympics Security Spotlight: Is It Safe to Attend? Skytop’s Paris Olympics Security Spotlight asks: is it safe to attend the Games? Experts weigh terrorism threats, cyber risks, and resilience measures. Intelligence experts share partnerships, new tech and security practices, delivering insights for leaders, travelers, and event sponsors navigating concerns.
Spy Tactics Shaping Corporate IP Theft and Worse Corporate Espionage pulls espionage out of the shadows and into the spotlight. Former CIA officer Andy and top global security experts reveal how spycraft infiltrates business, government, and daily life. From seduction to sabotage, each episode uncovers the secrets, threats, and tactics shaping our world.
Benghazi Revisited: CIA Insider Sarah Adams on Leadership, Failure, and the Fight Against Disinformation On Strategic Intelligence, host and former CIA operative, Luke Bencie, interviews Sarah Adams, former CIA lead investigator of the 2012 Benghazi attacks. Adams exposes failures in crisis communication, leadership, and intelligence coordination. From disinformation campaigns to lessons in OSINT and AI, this episode is a masterclass in national security accountability.
TRENDLINE
Trendline Powered by Event Registry: John Wilson Takes You for a Tour of Media Coverage Worldwide Trendline featuring Skytop Partner John Wilson spotlights Skytop’s Shareholder Activism Summit through Trendline powered by Event Registry. Tracking disruptive trends in boards, management, and activist investors, Sandy Kenyon and experts reveal how boardroom battles, M&A campaigns, regulation, and universal proxy are reshaping corporate value.
Trendline Episode #2 Powered by Event Registry: Cyber Disruption with John Wilson Step into the accelerating world of cyber disruption with Trendline Episode #2, powered by Event Registry and hosted by Skytop Partner John Wilson. From EU AI rules and Big Tech fines to Asia‑Pacific attacks, the episode explores phishing, ransomware, and Australia’s 2030 cyber strategy—showing how leaders can build resilience.
THAT’S A WRAP
That’s a Wrap Featuring Sandy Kenyon: The Best of Shareholder Activism Summit 2025 That’s a Wrap featuring Sandy Kenyon closes Skytop’s recent Shareholder Activism Summit with insights from leading voices in governance, law, and investment. From boardroom battles and activist campaigns to M&A strategies, evolving regulations, reshaping corporate values, with insights from Charles Elson, Michael Levin, Venita Fields, and more.