Motley Fool analysts Brendan Mathews and Lyons George discuss investing legend Tom Gayner, the chief investment officer of the Markel (MKL 0.53%). They briefly discuss Gayner's investment process, followed by analysis of several top holdings.

If you're looking for something different, then you should check out our new free report, "The Motley Fool's Top Stock for 2012." In it, our chief investment officer identifies his favorite company for the year. To access the report before the rest of the market catches on, click here -- it's absolutely free.