EPISODE · Mar 2, 2026 · 52 MIN
The Next Financial Crisis? Private Equity, Private Credit & Life Insurance | The Real Eisman Playbook Ep 48
from The Real Eisman Playbook · host Steve Eisman
On episode 48 of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman sits down with forensic accountant Tom Gober to discuss how private equity giants like Apollo, KKR, and Brookfield have taken control of millions of policyholder premiums while offloading billions in liabilities to "secret captives" in Bermuda and the Cayman Islands. If you own a life insurance policy or an annuity, we highly recommend you watch this episode. 00:00 - Intro 01:20 - Tom's Background 04:55 - The Life Insurance Scandal Explained 09:50 - The Private Equity Takeover & Issues with Reinsurance 31:42 - Inaccurate Ratings 33:25 - Back to Leverage 37:59 - People Are Starting to Listen, Potential Issues 43:46 - Lack of Transparency 45:20 - Outro & Steve's Takeaways Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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On episode 48 of The Real Eisman Playbook, Steve Eisman sits down with forensic accountant Tom Gober to discuss how private equity giants like Apollo, KKR, and Brookfield have taken control of millions of policyholder premiums while offloading billions in liabilities to "secret captives" in Bermuda and the Cayman Islands. If you own a life insurance policy or an annuity, we highly recommend you watch this episode. 00:00 - Intro 01:20 - Tom's Background 04:55 - The Life Insurance Scandal Explained 09:50 - The Private Equity Takeover & Issues with Reinsurance 31:42 - Inaccurate Ratings 33:25 - Back to Leverage 37:59 - People Are Starting to Listen, Potential Issues 43:46 - Lack of Transparency 45:20 - Outro & Steve's Takeaways Subscribe 👉🏻https://www.youtube.com/@RealEismanPlaybook?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Steve Eisman and access all things The Eisman Playbook: 🌐 https://linktr.ee/realeismanplaybook → Follow on socials, watch episodes, and get the latest updates — all in one place. Disclaimer: The financial opinions expressed are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on this content. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in ‘The Eisman Playbook' carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money you can afford to lose. Derivatives are unsuitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell, or retain any specific investment or service. Copyright ©2025 Steve Eisman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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