This podcast episode explores Yale Endowment's investment approach, real estate strategies, and partnership dynamics. It highlights the importance of understanding people involved in investments, conducting thorough due diligence, and fostering long-lasting partnerships. The discussion also delves into constructing a diversified real estate portfolio, managing different aspects of a real estate business, and finding alignment of goals between investors and investment managers. The episode provides valuable insights into the complexities of real estate investments and the leadership of David Swensen at the Yale Investments Office.