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From editing Netflix films to building incredible IP with Taboo and Will.I.Am (Black Eyed Peas), Ben has done it all. He has recently launched WeirdBunch Studio with some famed partners, and he continues to dive into tech, community,media turnarounds and shares why your iPhone is already your next studio in the palm of your hand.

This episode is an open letter. I'm blessed to speak at events and this pod throughout the year and share a semester with brilliant students as an adjunct.Bottom line: I want my students — and our listeners — to win.During the final class each semester, I share the lessons learned, the wins, the losses, and the real moments that built me and similarly successful friends and colleagues. This version is a deeper dive — a good listen for our amazing Whiskey Hue family as well.The truth is, I've taken some “L's” in life. But I kept moving forward — and was fortunate to win a few more times than I lost. If any part of that journey can help any of you in this ecosystem win faster, smarter, and more efficiently, then it's my responsibility to share it.A blueprint to dream bigger, bounce back faster, and live fully. If an idea sparks a fire in you, or a story saves you time or heartache — that's the win.00:00 Intro: “Win More Than You Lose. That's the Game”04:35 Mentors: Your Personal Board of Directors10:00 Everyone has a Story11:05 American Dream: My Dad arrived here with $100 and a Suitcase12:10 Show Up, Show Out: Be Unapologetically You12:40 Invest In Your Future13:30 Have Your Money Work For You14:20 You Will Fail. Bounce Back Quicker15:10 Music: “L” #1…18:30 Finance: “L” #2…20:20 VC: “W” 20:50 Fund II: “L” 3…23:05 Billionaire Mantra: Go Deep, Not Wide23:45 Combatting Anxiety26:20 Show Up As Your Best Self29:30 Let the Haters Hate30:20 Criticism vs. Advice vs. Debbie Downers32:15 Choosing a Partner In Life35:40 Friends: Grow Together40:35 Big City Dreams42:00 Work Hard. Party Hard. 47:00 Don't Negotiate Against Yourself48:52 Every Breath You Take  52:20 Life: It's Your Story, Go Win It.  This episode is part of the ‘Prof P' series on the Whiskey Hue Stream. Recorded in part for my Fordham Gabelli students.Please Rate, Review, Subscribe and Share with a Friend! Means a lot to us - thank YOU!For more info on: 1. Venture, Tech, Sports and Investing, visit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AtulPrashar | LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠2. The on-demand investment course, “VC: IdeationThrough Execution”: ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/APsVCCourse⁠

From viral photographer to impact-driven artist, Ben Von Wong transforms global issues into unforgettable visual metaphors. We dive into his iconic projects like the "Truckload of Plastic" and "Biodiversity Jenga", and why tech is making us dumber. With Moses-level energy, he literally parts the seas of plastic to spark global awareness.This one's about legacy, movement, and how micro-decisions create macro impact—tune in and be moved.00:00 Intro: An Artist Focused On Amplifying Positive Impact05:14 Bringing Abstract Challenges into something more Material/Physical with Art07:10 Beautiful art used as Metaphors to explain a better future. 08:15 Project: “Truckload of Plastic” 13:40 The Motivation: Photography 15:11 Jordan Moment, even when we speak about art16:22 Project: “Biodiversity Jenga”23:15 Measuring “D's”. 25:30 If Humans Relied On Facts…. 33:16 Pause: You're All Doing Great Work. #KeepGoing 35:30 Micro-decisions: Macro Impact43:19 Legacy48:00 Connect with Ben to create a Movement. 49:30 DOTD: Kung Fu Tea56:00 When is Enough, Enough?This episode is part of the ‘Prof P' series on the Whiskey Hue Stream. Recorded in part for my Fordham Gabelli students.Please Rate, Review, Subscribe and Share with a Friend! Means a lot to us - thank YOU!For more info on: 1. Venture, Tech, Sports and Investing, visit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AtulPrashar | LinkedIn⁠⁠2. The on-demand investment course, “VC: IdeationThrough Execution”: ⁠https://tinyurl.com/APsVCCourse

We hosted Angelo Santinelli, VC legend and masterclass-level thinker, for a no-holds-barred convo on AI investing, dry powder drama, and the VC flywheel. Fordham and Harvard alum, he went deep in the paint on his storied career and current and future trends, inspiring all of us. Big shoutoutto our sharp student voices: Brendan Johnson, Cole Bellissimo Benedict, and Bismaad Gulati for stellar questions that sparked

You get it all in this episode: 2 friends and on-the field rivals talking ‘trash talk', 4 Grey Cup wins, numerous records set, and major business moves. From tech startups to athletes positioning themselves as brands ready to take over the world. Plus, hear about the hardest hits, wildest rumors, and how they're helping athletes & HBCUs monetize.

Pivoting careers from a prosecutor in Brooklyn to a journalist on the West Coast covering megastars like Michael Jackson, Mariah Carey, Madonna, and Prince, Falguni Adams has seen it all. We dive deep into this career evolution to eventual Emmy-winning producer, sharing wild industry stories, authentic life lessons, and a heartfelt reflection on family, aging, and legacy. As the ‘in-between' generation, we share the delicate balance of caring for our parents while raising our children, learning to appreciate each and every fleeting moment. All this plus the inside info on MJ's trial, Prince's songwriting, and a Mariah Carey house party you won't believe makes this a Must Listen!00:00 Intro with some bumps + bruises08:14 Appreciate your Kids: but they don't know shit09:30 Big Spoon'n vs. Lil' Spoon'r16:30 Wisdom is a beautiful thing 18:50 Authentic Communication, Analytic, Relationships 21:45 Covering the Michael Jackson trial + Visiting Neverland27:30 Dick Blick is an art store in NYC: Falguni disagrees31:20 MJ, Prince, Mariah, Madonna – she met ‘em all37:20 Be the leading star in your own life movie 43:10 How a Lawyer becomes a Superstar Journalist51:45 A Documentary on Varanasi52:50 A Celebration of our Mothers and our Fathers1:04:34 ‘The Falguni' is now a famous drink, pour up 1:06:47 Life Lesson: NEVER burn Bridges1:11:03 A Concert Party at Mariah Carey's HouseThis episode is part of the ‘Prof P' series on the Whiskey Hue Stream. Recorded in part for my Fordham Gabelli students.Please Rate, Review, Subscribe and Share with a Friend! Means a lot to us - thank YOU!For more info on Venture, Tech, Sports and Investing, visit:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Atul Prashar | LinkedIn⁠

With over 17 championships as a player and coach, Digit Murphy is a trailblazer in women's sports. From building powerhouse teams to launching leagues in China, she's on a mission to level the playing field—fighting for equal resources, opportunities, and media rights so female athletes can thrive. A visionary leader, fierce competitor, and relentless advocate, Digit is rewriting the future of sports.If you care about the future of sports, equity, and how to build winning teams, this episode is a must-listen.

What happens when AI starts manipulating us instead of the other way around? From digital humans representing us to AI shaping everything from music to our legacy, Abran Maldonado joins Atul to break down the next frontier of tech. We tackle open-source AI's explosive growth, deepfakes as legal issues, and the billion-dollar question—where do VC dollars land for a 100x return? Ai levels the playing field so if future readiness starts here, the only question to ask is, ‘Are you ready?'

Taylor Swift Avatar? Right Wing Reggae? AI is revolutionizing music creation and consumption—what does this mean for artists and fans? Gregory B. and Alex L. discuss AI-powered creativity, the blurry ethics of sampling, and the future of compensating creators in a Dolby Atmos world. Hear bold takes on whether music is becoming a passive commodity, the impact on legacy artists, and why new artists still push boundaries. A must-listen for those curious about where tech is taking the art we love. Listen to Part 1 of this Series as well! 00:00 AI is Coming! Effecting Creativity and Consumption 07:20 Music Eating Its Own Tail 11:25 AI Music Creation Analogy to eSports 16:00 Startups + Producer/Artists + Blurry Lines of Sampling 19:00 Framework for Paying Creators Today + Future 23:34 Dolby Atmos Mixes: 3D Reimagining of Sounds 26:00 Grimes AI 28:51 Is Music Becoming a Passive Commodity? 31:30 AI: Who Are The Losers? 40:26 Enabling Legacy Artists to Release New Material 43:20 A Future Where Copyright is Popularity Based 48:00 Music From New Artists Is Awesome 52:30 SYSK Spill Tab, Sunflower Bean, Poolfire, Lewis Of Mann, Brene Brown Books, Rafael Nadal Retires This episode is part of the ‘Prof P' series on the Whiskey Hue Stream. Recorded in part for my Business of Sports Media students. Please Rate, Review, Subscribe and Share with a Friend! Means a lot to us - thank YOU! For more info on Venture, Tech, Sports and Investing, visit: ⁠⁠⁠Atul Prashar | LinkedIn

From Napster to TikTok, Gregory Butler and Alex Luke unpack the seismic shifts in the music industry, sharing untold stories about Death Row Records, Nirvana, and Guns N' Roses. Explore the roles of DJs turned Producers, the rise of streaming platforms like Spotify, and how AI-generated fan fiction could redefine music narratives. With deep dives into industry legends and insider anecdotes, this episode blends nostalgia with insights on the changing face of music discovery. 00:00 Intro: 3rd Bass, Vanilla Ice, Nirvana, Janes Addiction, Nine Inch Nails 06:25 Death Row Catalogue 10:20 Greg Bulter's Death Row Stories 14:40 Seattle's Museum of Pop Culture, Cleveland's Rock & Roll HOF 16:10 A Cool Story about Nirvana 21:30 A Coole Story about Guns & Roses 24:50 WOTD: Jack Daniels + Chauvet True California Brandy 26:30 Napster is Still Alive 30:00 iTunes to Spotify shifted the Music Business Model 32:20 Music Discovery: TikTok vs. Apple Music vs. Spotify 35:35 Technology: Shapes the Art we experience Listen to Part 2 of this series as well!! This episode is part of the ‘Prof P' series on the Whiskey Hue Stream. Recorded in part for my Business of Sports Media students. Please Rate, Review, Subscribe and Share with a Friend! Means a lot to us - thank YOU! For more info on Venture, Tech, Sports and Investing, visit: ⁠⁠⁠Atul Prashar | LinkedIn

Mantasha and Atul, in agreement that Punjabi is the ultimate language for "parental (advisory) rants," dive into TikTok's grip on music trends, Pathaan's stellar trio, and why Ambani's bailout of DreamWorks was a game-changer. They both waxed nostalgic about Sholay, Pakistani serials (and some friends who are currently starring in them), and holiday classics Ryan Reynolds.  An instant classic of undeniable love of Bollywood, sprinkled with the magic of Hollywood, this episode is as informational as it is entertaining! Mantasha Khan: Influencer + Econ / Marketing Student in Atul's Fordham Gabelli Business School class joins to discuss All Things Bollywood. Part 2 of a 2 part, entertaining series. Part 2 of 2 Parts 00:00 Mantasha's background 01:45 Punjabi: the best language to cuss your kids out 02:11 Half Girlfriend, Shradda Kapoor, Take 2 03:10 Alia Bhatt 06:45 Pathaan: Shah Rukh Khan + Deepika Padukone + John Abraham 07:00 Punjabi Hip Hop: AP Dhillon + Diljit Dosanjh 10:40 Kali: Ganesh On The Dash 12:40 Neha Kakkar + VK Dhaliwal 15:00 Ambani bailed out DreamWorks + Film ROI 20:00 My Kids Love Hip Hop; Their Teachers Call Me About ‘Language' 20:25 How Spotify + TikTok Changed the Music Business Model 22:00 TikTok Dictates Younger Generation's Music Taste 23:00 Sholay: Amitabh Bachchan + Dharmendra Dominance 26:20 Rani Aur Rocky Ki Preme Kahani 27:27 Pakistani Serials: Homegirl Naeema Bhatt Gets a shoutout 33:20 Aishwarya Rai 33:50 Bollywood men from Timothee Chalamet Decades Ago To Now Being Jacked 37:00 Hollywood's Best: Tom Cruise, Ryan Reynolds + Xmas Movies! 39:50 Horror/Suspense Films: Smile + Ring 42:10 Barfi! + Priyanka Chopra + Pineapple Juice 43:40 Mantasha will NOT FAIL our Class Cuz She Did Our Pod!! This episode is part of the ‘Prof P' series on the Whiskey Hue Stream. Recorded in part for my Business of Sports Media students. Please Rate, Review, Subscribe and Share with a Friend! Means a lot to us - thank YOU! For more info on Venture, Tech, Sports and Investing, visit: ⁠⁠Atul Prashar | LinkedIn

Mantasha Khan: Influencer + Econ / Marketing Student in Atul's Fordham Gabelli Business School class joins to discuss All Things Bollywood. Part 1 of a 2 part, entertaining series. From Dad Bods to Dashing Leads, we dive into Bollywood's evolution while Mantasha sips on a tropical mix of Pineapple Juice + Coconut Milk + Whipped Cream, and Atul sticks to his trusted coffee. We've been asked to cover Bollywood from time to time, and Mantasha brings her A-game with spicy takes on Dangal, Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, and celeb crushes like John Abraham and Janhvi Kapoor, while Atul gushes over Disha Patani and Kriti Sanon. From Haryana's kabaddi warriors to Priyanka Chopra's charm, this episode is a perfect blend of humor and Bollywood love. Part 1 of 2 Parts00:00 Introduction 05:30 DOTD: Pineapple Juice + Coconut Milk + Whipped Cream 05:45 Bollywood Evolution: Dad Bods to Dashing Leads 09:50 Movie Shoutouts: Taare Zameen Par + Barfi! 11:35 Priyanka Chopra Gets Some Love 14:50 Bollywood Sports Movies Rock 16:46 Haryana: Land of Kabaddi + Wrestlers 19:30 Dangal + Baag Milka Baag 24:20 Mantasha's current favs: John Abraham + Janhvi Kapoor + SRK 28:00 Ranveer Singh: Gully Boy 29:15 Atul's current favs: Disha Patani + Kriti Sanon 30:10 Movie Shoutout: Half Girlfriend, Shraddha Kapoor This episode is part of the ‘Prof P' series on the Whiskey Hue Stream. Recorded in part for my Business of Sports Media students. Please Rate, Review, Subscribe and Share with a Friend! Means a lot to us - thank YOU! For more info on Venture, Tech, Sports and Investing, visit: ⁠⁠Atul Prashar | LinkedIn

Dive into the gridiron mindset with retired Pro Football player Josh Turner as he shares what it takes to compete at the highest level of football, from navigating pain and mental toughness to mastering game-day strategies like reading a WR's body language to best him for an interception. Explore the intense transition from his college playing days at Iowa and Florida International University, to the pros with the Seattle Seahawks, the mental edge required to excel, and how athletes can build community, invest smartly, and transition to life post-football. Plus, insights on Super Bowl predictions, tax advantages for entrepreneurs, and Atul's upcoming on-demand VC course!

This holiday season, I'm sharing a heartfelt conversation with my dear friend David Homan, founder of Orchestrated Connections. Dive into the art of generous connection, uncover the true power of intentional relationships, and explore the concept of creative capital. From building community and purpose to reinventing the social graph of giving, this episode is packed with insights to inspire action and giving during this season of gratitude. Tune in and let the spirit of giving guide you!

Dive into an inspiring journey with Daniel Puder, undefeated MMA Fighter, WWE $1M Tough Enough Champion turned social entrepreneur. Discover how he's reshaping education for the younger generation through tech-savvy, state-funded private schools to create future-ready leaders. From fighting in the ring to fighting for a better future, hear his takes on nutrition, AI's transformative power, and the mission to put America and it's children of the future first. With endorsements from Dr. Oz, collaborations with Mike Tyson and Tony Robbins, this is a must-listen! 00:00 Introduction 03:56 Daniel's beginnings to becoming a fighter 12:40 Daniel's artist son / Art Basel 17:40 Nutrition + Positive Shifts 20:35 American vs. European Diets 22:00 The Fighter 31:15 WWE: early support from my hometown Rockford, IL 34:30 Boxers, MMA Fighters some of the toughest athletes 38:24 What a Fighter thinks right before a fight 45:30 Educating Youth: My Life My Power, MLPI 44:32 AI changing the World 55:20 The Most Influential Leaders in the World 1:01:01 Shaping the Youth, Shaping our Future 1:03:45 PSA for both sides: be more Centrist and put America First. 1:12:30 SYSK: DanielPuder.com Forgive the poor audio quality in certain spots on this episode. Keep listening though because it's great content! This episode is part of the ‘Prof P' series on the Whiskey Hue Stream. Recorded in part for my Business of Sports Media students. Please Rate, Review, Subscribe and Share with a Friend! Means a lot to us - thank YOU! For more info on Venture, Tech, Sports and Investing, visit: ⁠⁠Atul Prashar | LinkedIn

On this episode of The Whiskey Hue, Fordham GSB alum Joe OBrien shares his journey in banking, highlighting the grit it takes to succeed. From being mentored by the best to becoming a great mentor, Joe gives us the blueprint for thriving in the industry. Tune in to hear about M&A, the state of the economy, and how AI is shaking up the markets. You'll walk away with invaluable lessons for your career. Always a pleasure to chat with Joe, he's been the featured speaker in my Financing New Media Ventures class and we've also shared the stage discussing economy/banking at several Fordham Conferences.DOTD: Titos Vodka provides the sips. 00:00 Intro 07:19 DOTD: Titos + Ice Tea 09:25 The Markets, Sell Side M&A: Benchmarks 11:18 Banking: The Game is a Grind, This is How You Play It 18:42 Mentorship 20:38 Fed: Rate Cuts, State of the Economy 24:20 US + Global Markets 27:40 AI + Investing in AI 31:46 Cap Structure 32:30 Quick Dip Into NHL and NBA 35:33 Mindset Lesson: Grind + Win 43:44 SYSK This episode is part of the ‘Prof P' series on the Whiskey Hue Stream. Recorded in part for my Financing New Media Ventures students. Please Rate, Review, Subscribe and Share with a Friend! Means a lot to us - thank YOU! For more info on Venture, Tech, Sports and Investing, visit: ⁠⁠Atul Prashar | LinkedIn

In this episode, Tyler Kelly, founder of Tennis Social AI, sits down with host Atul Prashar. We explore the dominance of tennis legends like Federer, Djokovic, and Nadal, dive into the intense pro tennis lifestyle, and compare tennis stars to NBA greats. A seasoned Tennis veteran himself, Tyler shares insights on his innovative Tennis Simulator and growing tennis through gamification and social engagement. Hennessy provides the sips. 00:00  Intro…Tennis, Breaking Points 04:38  US Pro Tennis Players, Recapturing The Magic 09:00  Pro Tennis Lifestyle: Brutal 11:35  Tennis x NBA Superstar Comparisons 19:06  Tennis Social AI: Tennis Simulator 25:20  Business Models: TAM SAM SOM 31:45  Top Golf Comparable wife joke…remove? 39:00  The Visual / Physical Setup 41:00  Install Costs / Subscriptions 46:06  Hyper-Analysis Features 50:00  Future Expansion Opportunities 56:30  Growing the Tennis Pie with Social Engagement 59:30  DOTD: Hennessey 1:01:01 SYSK: Andy Roddick's Podcast: SERVED This episode is part of the ‘Prof P' series on the Whiskey Hue Stream. Recorded in part for my Business of Sports Media students. Please Rate, Review, Subscribe and Share with a Friend! Means a lot to us - thank YOU! For more info on Venture, Tech, Sports and Investing, visit: ⁠⁠Atul Prashar | LinkedIn

This episode: absolute FIRE! Ray Austin, National Champion with Univ. of Tennessee and Retired NFL Veteran of WH host Atul's hometown Chicago Bears and the NY Jets – if you're a fan of sports, NFL history and just a good guy winning at life, this pod is for you. We explore Ray's journey from winning with Peyton Manning at UofT to being drafted into the NFL and playing under the big lights of Chicago and NY. Plus, we dive into locker room stories, NFL history, and how football shapes our culture. Ray also talks about his entrepreneurial ventures with Fan Controlled Football and Athlyt.co. If you're a true sports fan, this episode is a must-listen! 00:00 Introduction 03:40 Discipline is Key 06:40 Acting, EMPIRE, Taraji B. Henson gets flowers.          Chicago gets some love 14:30 Little History of the NFL 15:30 packers 16:30 Bears Love 17:23 University of Tennessee / Peyton Manning 24:22 Devin Hester, Olin Kreutz, Charles ‘Peanut' Tillman Behind the Scenes: life of a Pro Football Player 29:40 Digesting Film Tape, Lovie Smith, Bill Belichick 31:30 Football is like a Frat Community / Walt Harris 33:35 Football Locker room: Testosterone x 1000 35:10 Life after Football: Where is Home? 37:56  Lovie Smith era. Brian Urlacher. Mike Brown. 41:20  Family-owned Sports Teams. Business, Salary Cap. 43:44 Fan Controlled Football 53:15 Media Rights, Technology. Please Rate, Review, Subscribe and Share with a Friend! Means a lot to us - thank YOU! For more info on Venture, Tech, Sports and Investing, visit: ⁠⁠⁠Atul Prashar | LinkedIn

Sean Mann shares with Atul Prashar his dynamic journey of hustling and mastering the art of storytelling in the entertainment industry. From his evolution on TikTok to groundbreaking projects like 'Fade To Black' and 'St. Regis Hospital,' Sean dives deep into how character development and technology can elevate art. Explore these insights and his vision for 'Entertainment as a Service,' and the captivating stories that drive success. Please Rate, Review, Subscribe and Share with a Friend! Means a lot to us - thank you! For more info on Venture, Tech, Sports and Investing, visit: Atul Prashar | LinkedIn

Fellow Fordham Adjunct, Russell Fink, joins Atul Prashar to discuss the explosive world of sports media! From getting kicked off a Martin Scorsese film set to now authoring the book, The Media Spectacle, Russ has come a long way. Our convo ranges from Super Bowl ad prices soaring by ~20k% to Amazon's massive sports rights investments, to the importance of live sports. After discussing a how-to guide on how to best leverage fan engagement to maximize the swelling impact of Women's sports we share our list of must-watch documentaries. WOTD: Barrell Dovetail provides the sips. 

Former Sports Agent, Jelani Roy, and Host Atul Prashar, dive into the thrilling world of sports agents on the Whiskey Hue! From NBA legal drama and agent recruiting tips to broadcasting deals and the future of influencer athletes, we cover it all. Plus, don't miss our take on Kendrick Lamar vs. Drake and the agent who changed the game the most—only on Whiskey Hue! Jamie Foxx Brown Sugar Bourbon provides the sips. 00:00 ‘A 4-Year Old NY Giants fan fights a Chi Bears fan' 03:41 NBA & NFL Contract Guarantees 07:10 Marketing Deals for Players 11:00 Off Season: Pros & Cons 14:05 Olivia Dunne: Future of Influencer Athletes 20:26 Caitlin Clark vs. Angela Reese 27:10 NBA's Image / Allen Iverson / Yao Ming / Ja Morant 31:58 Caleb Williams: No Agent 39:26 The Agent Who Has Changed the Game the Most Part of the Prof P Series. Jelani Roy also appeared on previous Whiskey Hue episode 27, The Art of the Deal.

Former Sports Agent, Jelani Roy, and Host Atul Prashar, dive into the thrilling world of sports agents on the Whiskey Hue! From NBA legal drama and agent recruiting tips to broadcasting deals and the future of influencer athletes, we cover it all. Plus, don't miss our take on Kendrick Lamar vs. Drake and the agent who changed the game the most—only on Whiskey Hue! Jamie Foxx Brown Sugar Bourbon provides the sips. 00:00 Intro 05:00 NBA Legal Matters: Malice At The Palace 11:50 WOTD: Jamie Foxx Brown Sugar Bourbon 13:00 CBS: Amazing Race 18:23 Kendrick Lamar vs. Drake 22:45 Broadcasting Deals: Brady, Aikman, Live Sports 30:00 Agent's vantage point on Draft Picks 34:35 Agent Recruiting & Coaching Players through ‘Drafting Process' 38:30 CBA Rules & Revenues NFL & NBA (BRI) Part of the Prof P Series. Jelani Roy also appeared on previous Whiskey Hue episode 27, The Art of the Deal.

WH122: Business of Beauty: Secrets and Insights, Elizabeth Taylor, Esthetician, Former Entrepreneur, known as the ‘Brow Girl of Brooklyn', sits down with our host Atul Prashar to discuss the Business and Science of Beauty. “Beauty is to Women what Sports is to Men,” a direct quote from our guest. This episode is your guide through Bio-hacking and Vitamin tips, best internal and external practices to help you show up as your best self. Met her first as a Fordham GSB MSMM Student. DOTD: Tequila provides the Sips. 00:00 Bio-Hacking / Vitamins + Nutrition 08:00 Skin Sensitivities + Allergies 20:00 SPF: The Formula to know What's Right For You (Ralph Tresvant: Singer from New Edition Elizabeth!!) 25:30 Vitamin B Complex: Great for You 28:00 DOTD: Tequila 29:30 SYSK

WH122: Business of Beauty: Secrets and Insights, Elizabeth Taylor, Esthetician, Former Entrepreneur, known as the ‘Brow Girl of Brooklyn', sits down with our host Atul Prashar to discuss the Business and Science of Beauty. “Beauty is to Women what Sports is to Men,” a direct quote from our guest. This episode is your guide through Bio-hacking and Vitamin tips, best internal and external practices to help you show up as your best self. Met her first as a Fordham GSB MSMM Student.DOTD: Tequila provides the Sips. 00:00 Intro; Looks older younger couple. Esthetician, Podcaster 13:06 Quick Hit: The evolution of this Whiskey Hue pod 16:00 Entrepreneurial Journey 24:30 Serving My Community Through Beauty 27:00 Beauty Biz: Incumbents, Influencers, Emerging Players 29:20 Case Study: Skin 34:45 Beauty is a Massive Industry 38:35 Niche Audience: Being Rightfully Catered To

This is Part 2 of a 2 Part conversation.... 00:00 Netflix: Should have acquired UFC vs WWE? 07:45 Amazon: Selling You Merchandise Through Content? 12:22 New Tech Solutions for Fan Engagement; Disney Magic Band, ZuCasa 30:35 Media Rights Drive Revenues 38:34 SYSK: Acquired Podcast, Tom Brady HOF Speech, Roger Federer Dartmouth Speech Caitlin Clark Should be on the Olympics Team*Please Rate, Review, Subscribe and Share! Helps us get the word out - thank you. *Connect here for more Venture, Tech, Sports and Business News: ⁠Atul Prashar | LinkedIn⁠

Greg Bergida joins Atul Prashar to spotlight the rise of women's sports (Caitlin Clark!), and explore how global sports are invading the US market.

Bethany Bengtson, recent Fordham Student in my Financing New Media Ventures class, joins me on the pod to go deep in tech and healthcare. We discuss: is Google the next Yahoo?  Normalizing women-led investment conversations deeply benefits all of us. And then we dive deep into Eli Lilly, GLP1s and how analytics, self-assessment and proper care teams can lead to our best health. Macallan and Oban 14 provide the sips, so enjoy this Health & Wealth edition of your favorite WH pod. 00:00 Intro 03:10 Ballet 07:00 Book: Mind Gym 08:17 On Boards 09:42 TMT Analyst Career 12:00 Eli Lilly + Google Focused Leadership 28:14 Ellevest + Women Focused Investment Tools 32:40 HENRYs, DINKs and DUNKs 34:40 Women Championing Other Women 41:50 Health Analytics, NY Presbyterian Earns High Praise The Art of Tracking Personal Health 50:22 https://www.keeganrosecapital.com/research 55:30 Auto-Injectors + GLP1s: How they Work So Well; Artificial Solution to an Artificial Problem 1:10:00 Japanese Diet + Vegan Discipline 1:12:00 WOTD Macallan 12 + 18; Oban 14: A Gift from my students 1:16:30 ‘Peati-ness' Taste in Scotch: How it Gets There https://migrainebuddy.com/ - The app discussed on the pod: migraine data tracking Hey Whiskey Hue Crew: Please Rate, Review, Subscribe and share with a friend –helps us get the word out.

Maulik Metha, Senior Associate, Arc Ventures joins Atul to discuss the ‘blueprint for breaking into VC', the magic of deal flow, and building your brand in the venture world. From understanding FinTech and SAAS models to insights on CLV:CAC ratios to solidifying relationships with LPs galore, we've got you covered. Plus, don't miss our spirited discussions on Glenlivet and Rafael Nadal's autobiography! 00:00 Intro 06:40 Maulik's Blueprint to Break Into VC Industry 14:00 ‘Coffee Chat' 15:40 Deal Flow à Quality Deals 17:30 VC Space: Treats everyone as an equal 19:10 Reverse Engineer your way into Venture 21:50 Building Your Brand 24:30 Glenlivet 26:20 Arc Ventures 32:00 SAAS Models: Why You Should Love These Models 36:14 CLV : CAC 37:30 FinTech 48:42 LPs Galore: Ready With Capital In Hand 53:50 Setting Yourself Up To Win At Life 54:30 Maulik's Relationship With Glenlivet 57:35 SYSK: Rafael Nadal's Autobiography Please rate and Subscribe - helps us get the word out. Connect here for more Venture, Tech, Business news: Atul Prashar | LinkedIn

Today, Mark Katz, COO / CFO of Vera Wang, sits down with Atul to share secrets behind the iconic brand's success. From the allure of NY Fashion Week to tech innovations in fashion, we dive deep into the industry's pulse, and celebrate fashion, Met Gala to the runway. Mark is on the Board of Popcorn for the People, an organization that supports Autism initiatives. Vera Wang Chopin Vodka provides the sips. 00:00 Intro: Mark Katz, COO, CFO, Vera Wang 03:08 Drink: Vera Wang, Chopin Vodka 05:39 Back to Mark's History 09:35 Vera Wang: Incredibly Talented & Versatile 12:53 Fashion: Business, Society, Culture 15:12 The Fashion Weeks 18:00 South Korean & Chinese Horror Shows 20:20 NY Fashion Week: Big Ticket Business 22:16 Red Carpet: Allure, Shock and Awe 30:12 Fast Fashion 34:30 High End Efficiencies 40:32 Global Inspirational Architecture 42:00 Virgil Abloh, Kanye West, Pharrell How Fashion Collabs Work 45:52 Tech in Fashion 47:20 SYSK: Popcorn For The People: Supporting Autism Initiatives 51:45 Rangers, Knicks, Mets, Da Bears oh my!! FYI: Cover work Art courtesy of ChatGPT FYI 2: My 'AGI image creation' skills are currently limited :)

This week on The Whiskey Hue: Is Apple running out of juice? We dive into the falling heroes, the NFL's conquest for world domination, and the sizzling NBA deals that are too hot to handle. Plus, kicker Harrison Butker is stuck in the 50's and what's the future of ESPN and why NYC fandom is wild about Rangers & Knicks. Grab your whiskey and join the chat! Anthony (!!) joins Atul as they catchup over Whiskey. 00:00 Intro 02:00 Apple: in need of Invention 04:00 All of yesterday's Heroes are falling 06:30 The American…Fantasy? 13:45 NYC Tech Week 16:00 King NFL is coming for everybody 24:30 NBA's HOT deal (for now) 28:30 ESPN's Future 32:20 NFL: The Shield is NOT a Gov't Service 39:04 NYC Fandom, Rangers & Knicks 42:30 NFLX NFL Commentators should be? 49:00 Pickleball 54:45 Private Equity in Sports 57:30 OBAN 14: Shoutout to my 2024 Students 1:00:27 SYSK Nikki Glaser is a Superstar Some pockets of the podcast may have low audio quality. We apologize for the inconvenience - but the content is still good! ")

In this episode, David Grasso and Atul begin with a dynamic discussion about a recent meeting with their idol Anthony “Mooch” Scaramucci and continue engaging on diverse topics: fiscal responsibility, Scott Galloway-isms, the weaponization of the US dollar, global housing issues, and the complexities of America's future and international dynamics. Not enough? We also delve into the notion that some elite Universities with large endowments are just a "Hedge Fund with an Educational Sideshow"; and we explore the theme that “Peace-time just seems to be the short interruption of War.” Buckle Up! 00:00 Intro 01:28 Anthony “Mooch” Scaramucci our hero 03:00 Quick Shoutout: Gunjan Banerjee 09:00 The Survival of America 26:50 Fiscal Responsibility, Deficits, Scott Galloway-isms 34:00 Reagan Democrats, Religion & Politics 36:40 Weaponization of the US Dollar 41:35 Middle East: Flight to “Quantity” 42:25 Portugal, Spain and Global Pockets: Housing Problem 47:40 One Liner Quick Hits 52:30 Proper Protests vs. Wokeness On College Campuses 57:00 How many Wars can the US support 1:03:00 DOTD: Havana Club

Abhinav Sathish, UVA Grad, Citadel bound, joins Atul to discuss Hedge Fund trading strategies, Levered Beta, Idiosyncratic insights, Momentum Stocks. Plus, the Dynamics of working in person and then a deep dive on FSD/Autonomous Driving. It's Tesla's tech vs. the world, who wins? If Finance and Tech are your thing, this podcast should be your thing too. Brown on brown crime as Johnny Walker Black returns as the WOTD. Part of the Prof P Series. 00:00 Intro 02:33 Citadel, Ken Griffin, Superstar Investor 11:15 24/7 Trading, Non-Competes, Hedge Funds 26:08 WOTD: Johnny Walker Black is Back.  Mad Dog 20/20. 30:00 Mobileye 37:10 Autonomous Driving: Deep Dive. LiDar vs. Dojo, L4, Mapping for Full Self Driving 56:20 WOTD: Review 57:30 SYSK- AI Go-To Sources Abhinav and I co-write the following article describing Elon Musk's desire to push the Dojo Camera technology as the go to standard for Autonomous Driving: https://tinyurl.com/ElonDojo

WH114: Kausar Mohammed, Actress, Comedian and Writer, joins Atul for a witty conversation about her boundary-pushing roles. Join us as we unpack her dynamic performances, from playing a superhero in the CW series Flash, to tackling intense horror genres, and delve into her personal and cultural influences that shine through her work. Kausar blends humor, advocacy, and her diverse background to create unforgettable moments both on and off the screen. Bottom line: Kausar is dope and I had a blast spending time with her on the mic. 00:00 Intro 06:10 SHIFT: impacting DE&I 13:00 Kausar the Super Hero: Flash 18:12 ‘Mitch Slapping' dem fools 20:10 Horror Genre 29:45 Bay Area [quick stop: NFLX vs TikTok*] 39:15 ‘Unlock Her Potential': Mentorship Program 40:45 SXSW: ‘Ramadan America' 42:30 Fav Celebrity: Taraji P. Henson, Pioneer 47:50 Opportunities for Artists: Where to Look 50:30 The Syed Family Xmas Eve Game Night 53:40 Being part of the LGBT community: her joy/pain points 1:00:00 Cultural Diversity 1:03:01 Hidden Identities around Drinks 1:06:50 Providing Opportunity: Minimize Friction to Success 1:08:13 Y'all is inclusive you all! Links mentioned in the pod: *https://tinyurl.com/NFLXvsTikTok actors access Backstage

Vaishvi Mistry, former Gabelli student, current Media Analyst at VaynerMedia sat down with Atul for one of our favorite WH episodes in a while. We had so much fun discussing the colorful world of Bollywood and beyond, exploring everything from film creativity to emerging business models. Whether you're a film buff, an industry professional, or someone who enjoys deep, insightful conversations about the media world, tune in to explore the vibrant intersections of film, culture, and business with two individuals passionate about the evolving landscape of global cinema. Part of the ‘Prof P' series, Vaishvi is a former student at Gabelli School of Business, NYC. 00:00 Intro 08:00 Tollywood surpasses Bollywood 10:45 Jewish Women Starred in Early Bollywood 14:00 Monkey Man: Dev Patel + Jordan Peele 22:00 Hollywood & Bollywood Royalty Comparisons 31:00 Global Films 37:00 Malayalam Film Industry on the Rise 42:50 NFLX entry to India vs Jio-Disney HotStar 48:30 The Future: Studio Executive 50:00 VaynerMedia 51:10 Screenwriter 53:30 RASA Film Fund 55:55 SYSK: Namesake & Coachella 58:35 DOTD: Chai debuts!

Martha Chang sits down with Atul to discuss her many, many triumphs: successful Film Producer, Technologist, Fundraiser, Investor and now COO, ZuCasa, a platform offering B2B2C tehncial solutions for the Streaming, OTT and Gaming Space. Imagine watching a sports match live, and interacting with 20 friends who are sitting anywhere in the world. Next, a digitized version of the global music phenomenon known as  Antakshari is coming. Zucasa makes the joys of the world more accessible. PMF, Increasing TAM & SOM, and constantly pushing boundaries to unlock value for those in her business ecosystem, Martha walks us through her incredible journey.   This is part of the ‘Prof P' series. Please Rate, Review and Subscribe!! 00:00  Intro: Martha Chang 02:00  North Korean Film, Witness Protection Program, Ever Evolving Career 06:00 3 Ninjas x Disney's #1 Movie 07:15  Fiber Optics 08:30  Video: Algorithms + Compression + Data 12:00  Faith x Action: Business Check Mate 14:35  Film: Budgets x Pay Structure 18:30  ZuCasa x Sports x Entertainment x Zee TV 22:00  TAM, SAM, SOM: New Tech, New Opportunity 31:00  ZuCasa Reactions: Cricket + Concerts 35:50  Raising Capital 39:10  Investor / Founder Relationship: Easy Capital Impact on ROI 41:00  Raising Capital: is about YOU + Your Ability to Execute 45:00  Investors: We Need Love Too

Today, we're diving into Volv Media's game-changing role in journalism, spotlighted by their app's ingenious approach: get clued up on the news in just 9 seconds! Join us as we chat with the wonderful cofounders, Priyanka Vazirani and Shannon Almeida, unraveling how they're reshaping our news feeds. Initially meant for Gen Z, the App has evolved its Product Market Fit to be the go-to source for a myriad of demos: High Schoolers to Millennials and even some Boomers. Ready to revolutionize your news routine? Listen here first, then download the Volv app! 00:00 Intros 09:00 London Falling... 10:50 Volv Media + Whiskey Hue birthed at the same time. 11:40   Volv Media the Media Solution of Efficiency 15:00 Celebrities: Shoot Your Shot! 17:26   Early Days: Establishing Product Market Fit 24:50 Incorporating AI 28:25  Filling the Social Media Quality Void 32:00 The Smart Money / Partner For The Future 35:50 Their Hottest Markets 46:00 Establishing an ‘A' Team With Proper Delegation 53:00 WOTD + SYSK This Whiskey Hue episode is part of the ‘Prof P' Series. Please Rate, Review & Subscribe - greatly appreciated!

Re-airing this Ep on the Stock Market vs. The Economy as the info is relevant again (and many of you have asked). One of our early episodes so forgive the audio quality at times. Original Air Date: 4.23.20. Atul talks Economy vs Stock Market, the US vs. China while diving into the concept of, the United States of Socialism and so much more. ⁠Blanton's Single Barrel Bourbon⁠ provides the sips. 00:00  Intro 06:15  2 Super Powers in the World, Socialism, US Stock Market vs. the Economy 07:20  US & China: Blurred Governing style 09:30  United States of Socialism mixed with Capitalism 14:00  4 Parts of our Economy: Personal Consumption, Business Investment, Government Spending, Net Exports 15:00  Stock Market vs. The Economy (Josh Brown of Ritholtz Wealth shoutout!) 17:00  Market Crashes: 1987, Dot.com, Great Recession, 2018, 2020 19:30  Hedge Fundge: Creating Markets 28:45  Western Cultures: Consumption Based 30:30  Tech Giants drive us out of trouble 35:00  SYSK. “The Last Dance” MJ Series gets another shoutout 3 years later Some things we get right, some things we get wrong…but there is quality knowledge in here that will help inform your decisions on the markets and economy.   Please Rate, Review and Subscribe! Thank you for listening!!

WH team doing WH things. Anthony and Atul ring in the new year with you and eventually get to 2024 predictions. Healthcare, Sports, Tech, Private and Public Markets and Media Rights are all on dock and we discuss if Ms. Swift's success in 2023 delayed a recession to 2024. Let's go! Please rate, review and subscribe - thank you! 00:00 Intro: Holiday reflection, Ozempic Ready 07:35 Healthcare: Americans like to EAT 20:35  Superbowl Prediction 32:10 Epstein's List 33:20  Taylor Swift Indirectly gets Trump reelected 44:30  MAG7 53:15  Twitter (X) gets new ownership 55:13  Deflationary Moves / China / Nigeria / India 58:40 Ray Dalio / Warren Buffet expect stock market crash 1:01:40 Geopolitics / Election 1:03:31 Formula 1 / ESPN / Apple TV 1:07:50 Personal Goals

Holiday season began with Diwali through Christmas and New Years in our Prashar household.  I imagine many listeners have similar stories. This episode is dedicated to my Mother, who I lost this year to ALS. This is partially what I spoke at her funeral. A celebration of this amazing woman who taught me to adapt to life and celebrate all along the way.  And a reminder to our WH family to hug your family and friends close – they are the dearest pillars of our lives. Love you forever Mom, Atul

The incredible Dr. Vibhav Bansal, Neuro-Intervention Medical Director, Javon Bea Hospital, in Rockford, IL, joins Atul to discuss Neurodegenerative diseases, and in particular, ALS, which affects nerve cells in the brain & spinal cord. There is no cure for ALS yet, an unforgiving illness, impacting all patients differently.  I wouldn't wish this to happen to any loved one, but it happened to my dear Mom, whom we lost in August of this year.  This episode is meant to drive awareness around ALS, an understanding of it, how we can support, and a celebration of my dear Mom. Part II in our Prof P Health Series: tips to help us create & curate a fulfilling life of value. 00:00 INTRO 03:36 Dr. Vibhav Bansal 08:40 ALS: what it is. 12:20 Deepak Mamu / India 14:36 EMG: testing the Integrity of the nerves, DNI 27:05 AI: help diagnose the disease earlier 28:55 How we can Help, ALS Foundation 36:30 Your body IS what YOU eat & consume 37:30 DNI and DNR: physical & cultural implications 42:30 Dr. Madhav Srivastava 47:50 How to Keep your Brain Sharp

Anthony and Atul discuss: The Challenges of Building Wealth Slowly. Black Friday was a banger, but a potential credit crisis looms. Kim K is the next Kardashian billionaire. Sequoia Capital is the GOAT. “We want some Inflation….cuz Deflation is actually worse”. 00:00  Intro 00:47  AG reveals his true ethnicity 04:10  George Santos is a White Girl from Ohio 08:00  Black Friday to Credit Card Debt, Millennials & Gen Z – we hear you 19:45  Financial Literacy Learning in High School!! 26:46  Obama is Hope 34:10  “We want Inflation…cuz Deflation is actually bad”. 46:30  Skims IPO | Sequoia Capital may be greatest VC Fund of all time.

Join Anthony and Atul as they explore the beauty and economics of family ties over succulent turkey legs, analyze the strategies of Sports Leagues to lure us from casual to diehard fans, and discuss how technology and marketing continue to transform the way we consume sports content and why it still matters. Jeffersons Small Batch provides the sips, courtesy Nitin Prashar. WH106 00:00 Intro: Pop News, College Tours 08:30     WOTD: Jefferson's Small Batch. Long overdue Shoutout to Nitin & Melissa Prashar. Thanksgiving: Family, Football and Vegans. 17:30     Slow Roast That Turkey for some Tender Loving 19:40     Sports: casual vs. diehard fan. Let me see your Face and I'll show you the Money. NFL valuations, Formula 1, who is trending up and why? 1:05:00 SYSK, Beckham

David Grasso, CEO, Bold TV, was so good last time, we had to have him back for Round II. This week we discuss ChiMerica: trade, tariffs, hacks and….hugs(??).  From Xi to Kushner, Taiwan to Israel, The world is full of drama, conflict, and thrill. David and Atul sprinkle in some hope and humor as they discuss global innovation and we answer the question: What would Trump look like if he was 38, tan and consistent with his Ozempic shots? = Vivek Ramaswamy. Part of the Prof P Series. 00:00 Intro 05:00 San Francisco: Xi XiPing 11:00 ChiMerica: America x China need each other. 16:00 Flight To Quality vs. Pop-Up Policies 20:55 Taiwan China: I think I own, but you want to be left alone 25:15 Ukraine Russia: How does this end? 31:01 Israel Palestine: How did this start? 35:20 USA Rocks: oops I said it again. 41:00 What Recession? 46:00 Liberals + Conservatives: ‘framing their narrative' 49:01 Vivek Ramaswamy = Trump on Ozempic + a tan 53:00 Jared Kushner speaks! 56:30 South Asians get some airtime