5 Minutes in the Lower Middle Market is a short daily podcast on the best ideas, lessons, and signals in the world of small business acquisitions, holdcos, private equity, and operating companies. In five minutes or less, it helps buyers, operators, and investors get sharper on what actually matters in the lower middle market.
Solo Search vs. Partnered Search: What the Data Says
May 12, 2026 • 5m
The Quiet $20B Empire Built on HVAC, Filtration, and Safety | Larry Gies of Madison Industries
May 11, 2026 • 4m
Great Businesses Aren’t Always Forever Holds
May 8, 2026 • 3m
The Hidden Advantage Small Buyers Have Over PE Firms
May 7, 2026 • 6m
Everyone’s Heavy on AI But Boring Businesses Still Pay the Bills
May 5, 2026 • 6m