Why The DESPAC Podcast Exists: Protecting Companies After the SPAC

Most podcasts talk about SPAC deals.This one talks about what happens after.In the debut episode of The DESPAC Podcast, host Chaz Churchwell sits in the guest seat as Executive Producer Josh Wilson leads a conversation on why this show was created and who it is built for.Chaz explains how working closely with SPAC teams and public companies exposed a hard truth. Many private companies enter SPAC transactions without understanding the operational, governance, and legal realities of being public. The result is predictable. Litigation. Regulatory pressure. Stock collapse. Leadership burnout.This episode covers:Chaz’s path from the military to capital marketsThe role of D&O insurance in public-company protectionWhy de-SPAC execution matters more than deal hypeHidden risks leaders underestimate before going publicThe mission behind The DESPAC PodcastThis show exists to protect leaders, boards, and companies from preventable failure.If you are considering a SPAC or preparing for life as a public company, this podcast is for you.The DESPAC Podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this content constitutes legal, investment, tax, or financial advice, nor a recommendation to pursue or avoid any transaction. Consult qualified legal, financial, and tax professionals before acting on any information discussed. News Theme 1 by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/THE DESPAC PODCAST  DISCLAIMERThe DESPAC Podcast is for informational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not represent the views of One Iron Network LLC, its affiliates, or any sponsoring organization.Nothing in this podcast should be interpreted as legal advice, investment advice, tax advice, or a recommendation to pursue or avoid any transaction. Discussions may reference SPACs, DESPAC transactions, securities regulations, or public-company readiness frameworks. These conversations are educational in nature and should not be relied upon when making financial or strategic decisions.Listeners should consult qualified legal, financial, and tax professionals before acting on any information discussed in this podcast. Any examples or scenarios mentioned are illustrative and may not reflect current market conditions or regulatory requirements.Participation by a guest does not constitute an endorsement of any company, strategy, product, or service. References to specific firms or individuals are for context only.One Iron Network LLC and the DESPAC Podcast disclaim all liability arising from the use of or reliance on the information presented.