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May 27, 2025 37 min

Can Berkshire Thrive Without the Oracle?

from Seriously, What Could They Be Thinking? Podcast Hosted by Cindy Goodwin-Sak and Jaime Peters

What happens when the world’s most legendary investor steps aside? In this episode, we dive deep into the transition of power at Berkshire Hathaway, from Warren Buffett to his hand-picked successor, Greg Abel. While Buffett has long been the face of value investing and steady leadership, Abel now faces the daunting task of stewarding one of the world's most iconic companies. We explore: * Buffett’s legacy and what made him more than just a great investor. * Who Greg Abel is, how he rose through the ranks, and what his leadership style tells us about Berkshire’s future. * The real questions investors and insiders are asking: Will Abel preserve the culture? Can he lead without being Buffett? And how does a company plan for succession when its leader is considered irreplaceable? Subscribe for more. Share with your friends. Leave your comments. And tell us what other topics you’d like us to cover! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit whatcouldtheybethinking.substack.com

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