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The Tim Conway Jr. Show Hour 4 (6.25) A lighter, story-packed hour. We open on Lionel Richie, who literally had to sit down mid-"Dancing on the Ceiling" and pull the plug on his tour opener after going dizzy onstage — two shows now postponed on doctor's orders, and we do the whip-around on that $200M net worth. Then Conway spins the limo-driver days, back when he chauffeured Lionel himself (Loretta Swit, we still owe you an apology), plus the wild Richie-Conway saga: the Buckley School hookup for Nicole Richie and one frankly unhinged $20,000 thank-you gift basket. After that, the House Whisperer Dean Sharp is in — home electrical do's and don'ts (electricity isn't magic, it's water in a pipe) and the man-stuff guide to buying power tools: what to look for, what to skip, and when to just call a pro. Hit play. collapses, mid-song, dizzy spell, pulled the plug, postponed, whip-around, unhinged, you won't believe, throwback, wild, saga, insider, the truth about, jaw-dropping, do's and don'ts, man stuff, must-know, pro tips, what to look for, when to call a pro, behind the scenes, legend, iconic, era, viral, story time, hooked up, frankly absurd. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tim Conway Jr. Show Hour 1 (6.25) It's a packed, no-filler episode and we're not slowing down. We open heavy with the devastating twin earthquakes that flattened Caracas and La Guaira — the death toll has climbed past 235 and the rescue effort is racing the clock. Then a wild Conway throwback, because the man once drove Lionel Richie around as a limo driver (Loretta Swit, we're so sorry). Speaking of Lionel — the legend literally sat down mid-"Dancing on the Ceiling," went dizzy, and pulled the plug on his own tour opener with Earth, Wind & Fire, now with two shows postponed on doctor's orders. We've got the jaw-dropping play-by-play, the $200M net worth whip-around, plus the unhinged Richie-Conway saga: Buckley School, Nicole Richie, and a frankly absurd $20K thank-you gift basket. We close on a gut-punch — tennis icon Chris Evert revealing her ovarian cancer is back for a third time, just as her Netflix doc with Navratilova drops. Real news, real chaos, zero filler. Hit play. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Socks are the #1 most requested item at homeless shelters. Dave Heath turned that single fact into Bombas — a one-for-one apparel brand that's donated over 200 million items of clothing and built a billion-dollar business along the way. What makes Dave a builder worth studying isn't just the scale; it's the discipline behind it: reverse-engineering an exceptional product from a mission, learning to test before betting, and protecting a brand as it grows.In this episode, I sit down with Dave to break down:• How he reverse-engineered an "exceptional product" from a donation mission — and brought athletic-sock innovation to the mass market• The Shark Tank breakout: from $800K to $2M in revenue in the six weeks after airing — and why ~20% of customers still affiliate Bombas with the show• The expensive lesson of expanding into adjacent products too fast — and the MVP-testing discipline that replaced it• Why the "obvious" extensions (underwear, t-shirts) underperformed while a sleeper bet (slippers) became 20% of the business• Radical-ish transparency: telling the whole company about a planned IPO and trusting adults to keep it quiet — and they did• The mark of a great founder: the self-awareness to evolve his own role as the company scaled, and how he screened his successor for humility• How Bombas is approaching AI — getting the whole company trained on Claude and Claude Code, and why building AI as a competency beat chasing shiny enterprise toolsBig thanks to Dave for coming on the pod and sharing the playbook — and the mindset — behind Bombas.⏱️ Chapter Markers:00:00 — Intro. An epic New York brand story01:05 — What is Bombas? The one-for-one mission and 200M+ items donated02:37 — Reverse-engineering an exceptional product. Athletic-sock innovation goes mass market04:49 — The story before the story. An entrepreneurial upbringing and the "candy dealer" founder type09:00 — The Shark Tank breakout. From $800K to $2M and the deal with Daymond11:48 — Expanding beyond socks. The costly lesson of adding complexity too fast14:27 — How to filter adjacent products. The slipper sleeper hit and MVP-testing over big bets18:00 — Radical(-ish) transparency. Trusting the team with the data and a planned IPO19:39 — Evolving the founder's role. Screening a successor for humility as the company scales24:03 — Life beyond the day-to-day. Family. Hobbies. And a retreat full of founder regrets26:14 — Staying a united front. Backing the team without undermining them27:50 — AI as a tidal wave. Training the whole company on Claude. Competency over shiny objects31:20 — The pace of change. Why this revolution moves in months not centuries31:56 — The wand question. Cutting waste out of fashion and apparel34:35 — MPD's closing thoughts. The discipline behind a brand built to lastLinks:Dave Heath: LinkedIn Bombas: Website, LinkedIn, X Interplay: Website, LinkedIn, XMPD: LinkedIn, X

Agassi Korkis co-founded Carbon Six, scaled it to over $50M in annual revenue, and helped sell it for more than $200 million in just 3.5 years. Now he's back with CapTrack, a tool that recovers lost revenue for TikTok Shop sellers.In this episode, George sits down with Agassi for a deep dive into one of the most impressive SaaS exits in the Amazon space and what he's building next. We cover how he got involved at 27 with zero Amazon knowledge, the decision to buy 16 companies in 16 months while burning $1M a month, and the one acquisition (Seller Investigators) that flipped the entire business model. He breaks down building a scrappy sales team from scratch, the painful truth about cash burn at scale, and what separates founders who exit from those who fail.We also get into why Agassi sees TikTok Shop as the next massive opportunity, how CapTrack works, and why TikTok sellers are losing thousands without knowing it. There's a 60-day window most sellers don't know about. Miss it and the money is gone forever. Plus the TikTok to Amazon halo effect, what products actually work on TikTok Shop, and why TikTok events are a completely different world from Amazon events.Whether you're an Amazon seller, a TikTok brand, or an entrepreneur building in ecommerce, this one is packed with real lessons from someone who's done it.#Ecommerce #CarbonSix #TikTokShop #AmazonFBA #SaaSExit #CapTrack #AmazonSeller #TikTokSeller #Entrepreneurship #StartupStory #EcommerceFounder #AmazonTools #TikTokCommerce #BusinessPodcast #ClearAds

We break down Tyson Fury's latest bombshell comments about Turki Alalshikh, the growing talk of Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua in America, and whether Turki is trying to bring boxing promoters together behind the scenes. We also discuss troubling reports about Turki Alalshikh's health and what that could mean for the future of the sport. We also tackle the big question: Is Errol Spence done? After another long stretch of inactivity, we discuss where Spence stands and whether there's realistically a path back to the top. Also on this episode: Tank Davis vs. Floyd Schofield reportedly being targeted for the fall Floyd Mayweather facing felony bad check allegations and being sued by promoters Conor McGregor claiming Terence Crawford turned down $200 million to fight him Moses Itauma vs. Filip Hrgovic reportedly set for August 29 at the O2 Arena Golden Boy hoping to get Vergil Ortiz back soon Nico Walsh Ali named the new WBC Cares Ambassador of Justice UFC Freedom 250 viewer numbers The WBA discontinuing the Bridgerweight division We also break down the weekend fights, including: Oscar Collazo vs. Edwin Cano Hernandez/Nedier Valdez card discussion Ryan Garner vs. Michael Magnesi Ashton Sylve vs. Jo Jo Diaz If you follow boxing news, rumors, fight politics, and the business side of the sport, this is the episode for you. Subscribe to Ringside Reporter for weekly boxing news, fight breakdowns, rumors, recaps, and the biggest stories in the sport.

In this LoanOfficerPodcast.com episode, host Chris Johnstone sits down with mortgage industry powerhouse Lauren Maxwell, a top-producing loan officer with nearly 40 years of experience who consistently closes $150M–$200M+ in annual volume and nearly 500 loans per year. Lauren pulls back the curtain on the strategies, systems, and relationship-building tactics that have helped her remain one of the nation's top mortgage producers year after year—even in challenging markets. In this episode, you'll learn:  How Lauren generates a steady flow of mortgage business without relying on purchased leads The Realtor education and event strategy that attracts referrals and keeps agents coming back How consistent follow-up, newsletters, social media, and relationship marketing help her stay top-of-mind and close more loans Whether you're a new loan officer looking to build momentum or an experienced producer wanting to scale your business, Lauren shares practical, battle-tested advice you can implement immediately. Listen now to discover the mindset and marketing strategies behind one of the mortgage industry's most consistent top performers. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share it with another loan officer, and leave us a 5-star review. Your support helps us continue bringing you the best mortgage marketing, sales, and business growth insights from the industry's top producers.

Kiwi paracanoeist Finn Murphy is rising faster than even he expected. Just 12 months after making his international debut, he competed in the Canoe Sprint and Paracanoe World Cup in Germany, finishing second in a dead heat in the men's KL3 200m final. His time of 44.91s saw him share silver with Brazil's Miqueias Elias Rodrigues, while two-time Paralympic champion Serhii Yemelianov claimed gold in 44.14s. Murphy told Piney the result was pretty unexpected, as he thought he might need another season or two under his belt before he got into medal territory. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MLB puso sobre la mesa una propuesta enorme que podría cambiar por completo el Draft: sacar a los jugadores de high school, hacer elegibles a universitarios desde segundo año, reducir el Draft de 20 a 12 rondas y bajar el bonus pool de $358.7M a $200M.En este episodio analizamos qué busca MLB con este movimiento, por qué la MLBPA puede rechazarlo y cómo esto afectaría a prospectos, equipos pequeños, universidades y el desarrollo de talento.Además repasamos las noticias más calientes de la semana:

Most SaaS founders in the messy middle are making the same expensive mistake — building first and validating never. In this episode, Jeff Mains sits down with Corinne Kavanagh, founder of CAC Media & Publishing and former Microsoft Azure Data team contributor (part of a team that drove $500M+ in revenue with 76% YoY growth), to unpack what it actually takes to scale past the growth plateau.Corinne shares why your top-of-funnel obsession may be quietly killing your growth, how to validate demand before writing a single line of code, and why a fractional CMO may be the smartest hire you're not making. She also introduces her CARE re-engagement method, her SaaS Marketing Playbook, and the SCALE framework for building an AI-first marketing department without homogenizing your brand.If your business is growing and suffocating at the same time, this episode is for you.Key Takeaways0:24 — Welcome & episode framing: Why the messy middle is where most SaaS companies stall out3:22 — Guest intro: Corinne Kavanagh, founder of CAC Media, fractional CMO firm for SaaS & tech companies4:10 — Startups vs. enterprise: What big companies do differently — and what smaller companies can learn from retail validation models5:12 — Feature prioritization trap: Why founders rush to build before validating demand, and how to use micro-testing ($5–$10 ad spend) to validate before committing resources15:30 — Pre-development checklist: ICP study → messaging tests → distribution partner conversations → pricing research → competitive analysis17:09 — Competitor vs. customer time allocation: Why founders should be "in all channels" — and how AI tools can automate competitive monitoring23:04 — AI modernization in marketing: Efficiency gains without sacrificing brand authenticity — plus the importance of an AI use policy23:49 — Early churn warning systems: The retention play most SaaS teams ignore — and how to re-engage customers before they leave24:24 — The CARE Method: Corinne's re-engagement framework for growing lifetime value and sealing the leaky bucket25:08 — Account-based marketing (ABM): Why a focused list of 100 ideal accounts beats a massive TAM for execution27:01 — Growth plateaus: How to read your revenue chart — what "bubbles" mean vs. a flat line, and what each signals about your acquisition and retention engines29:48 — Aligning marketing, product & sales: Breaking down the wall between sales and marketing through co-invention, shared messaging, and CMO-level integration40:38 — The SCALE Framework: How to build an AI-first marketing department without producing brand slop45:24 — #1 marketing shift for 2026: Stop running your company — start building systems that run it for youTweetable Quotes"You can beat everyone else to market — but if your customer is not ready and chomping at the bit to buy it, it doesn't matter." — Corinne Kavanagh"Stop thinking about top of funnel only. Retention is half the story, and most SaaS companies are ignoring it." — Corinne Kavanagh"A consultant does a drive-by. They drop strategy and leave. That's not how you actually scale." — Corinne Kavanagh"If you're in the feature rat race, step back. Ask yourself: am I creating a category, or just chasing competitors?" — Corinne Kavanagh"Your marketing team should feel responsible for the P&L — not just the pipeline." — Corinne Kavanagh"Don't give sales a playbook and say 'go sell it.' Alignment has to be co-invention, or no one buys in." — Corinne Kavanagh"The most dangerous thing you can do with your runway right now might be shipping the next great feature." — Jeff Mains"Pretend you have a $200M company. What would you stop doing that you're doing right now?" — Corinne KavanaghSaaS Leadership Lessons1. Validate demand before you build — always. Retail companies won't spin up a new product line without marketplace testing. SaaS founders should apply the same discipline. Run micro-ads ($5–$10), talk to a pre-engagement cohort, and confirm that desire is "fiery enough to click the buy button" before writing a line of code.2. Your leaky bucket is as dangerous as an empty funnel. Pouring money into top-of-funnel while ignoring churn is a losing strategy. Build early churn warning systems using platform data (login frequency, monthly active users) and re-engage customers proactively before they silently leave out the back door.3. Bring marketing into R&D — not just into launch. Marketing shouldn't receive a finished product and be told to "figure out how to message it." A CMO-level voice in early R&D conversations means better competitive analysis, more relevant feature decisions, and messaging that actually lands in the marketplace.4. Break down the wall between sales and marketing. The old grudge match — "sales can't close our leads" vs. "marketing gives us garbage" — is a systems failure. Solve it through collaborative co-invention: shared meetings, shared messaging, and shared accountability for what's working.5. Category creation beats feature competition. If you're in a feature rat race with competitors, you've already lost the game. Step back and ask: how do we position ourselves so far apart from the competition that comparison becomes irrelevant? Companies like WooCommerce and GoDaddy didn't win by having more features — they won by creating new categories.6. Systems are your most important 2026 marketing investment. The #1 shift every SaaS founder needs to make: stop running the machine manually. Build systems around what's consuming your time, project forward to what a 100X customer base would require, and install those systems now. That's what gets you out of the messy middle for good.Guest Resourcescc@cac-media.comhttps://cac-media.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/corinnefss/https://www.instagram.com/corinnecava/https://twitter.com/Corinne_C_WAEpisode SponsorThe Futureproof Series - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfkXKUPZ5xuOqMPR7_gzGybncTtavyR1NThe Captain's KeysSmall Fish, Big Pond – https://smallfishbigpond.com/ Use the promo code ‘SaaSFuel'Champion Leadership Group – https://championleadership.com/SaaS Fuel ResourcesWebsite - https://championleadership.com/Jeff Mains on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffkmains/Twitter - https://twitter.com/jeffkmainsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thesaasguy/Instagram - https://instagram.com/jeffkmains

Kai Smith had one goal for this season: go out legendary. He did just that.He entered the meet as the #10 seed in the 100m and walked away a champion.He moves to #2 All-Time running 10.14 and #3 All-Time in the 200m. He credits his passion to his coaches and teammates for pushing him especially after not having 2025 go the way he wanted.He started sprinting his senior year of high school so his sprinting age is young! He's going to see what he can accomplish.Tailwind Nutrition is sponsoring today's episode. Whatever your training looks like turn to Tailwind to fuel you.Complete Nutrition Made Simple - Tailwind offers easy-to-digest, all-in-one fueling, recovery, and hydration for endurance athletes. Made for Athletes, by Athletes - Born out of real experience on the trails and refined with customer feedback. Get 20% off your first order when you used code GloryDays20 at ⁠⁠tailwindnutrition.com/GLORYDAYS⁠⁠BoulderthonAre you looking for your next race? You hear Noah talk about how much he loves running in Boulder and now's your chance to see why he loves it so much. is Boulder, CO's signature downtown marathon series taking place on September 27, 2026!Boulderthon has it all. From the 5k to the marathon, there is a race for everyone. Believe you can and you will!Boulderthon is offering $20 off to our readers for the Half or Marathon. Use code D3GloryDays at boulderton.orgHow to Support D3 Glory Days:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠THE NEWSLETTER!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠D3 Glory Days Venmo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We launched a Patreon!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Strava⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Fahmi Syed runs the Midnight Foundation, custodian of a fourth-generation privacy-first blockchain backed by Charles Hoskinson. Roughly $200 million spent. Zero VC funding. One of the biggest airdrops in crypto history.Jamie Redman sits down with Fahmi at Consensus 2026 for the full breakdown: programmable privacy, selective disclosure, the dual-token Night/Dust model, why Zcash and Monero keep getting delisted, why agentic AI desperately needs a proof layer, and what "Web 2.5" actually means.We cover:- The bank-account-number anecdote that defines rational privacy- Why transparent blockchains can't carry institutions across the bridge- Midnight's private-permissions model between Monero and JPMorgan- The dual-token Night/Dust design and predictable corporate costs- One of crypto's biggest airdrops — no VCs, no insider allocations- March 2026 mainnet and the 100+ builders in pre-prod- The 2008 TradFi trading floor that shaped his self-custody viewsFilmed at Consensus 2026.Host: Jamie Redman

Mathew Owens is a CPA who quit his corporate job in 2006, got hit by the 2008 crash, lost everything, and paid back every investor before rebuilding from scratch. Today, he's flipped over 1000 houses, raised $200M+ in private capital, lent $500M+ to flippers, and runs a cannabis farm in Maine alongside litigation finance and alternative investment strategies.In this episode, Matt breaks down how he allocates capital across real estate, alternatives, and direct business operations, and why he believes diversification across uncorrelated asset classes is the key to long-term stability. He also shares his CPA-level tax strategies for W-2 earners and high-net-worth investors, including cost segregation, the short-term rental loophole, and why California is the worst state for taxes.

In today's conversation, I speak with Jaiden Reid of the LSU, who is coming off an amazing showing at the 2026 NCAA Outdoor Championships where he won the 200m title in a time of 19.63 seconds, taking down the almost 20 year old record set by Walter Dix. Reid also finished 2nd place in the 100m with a windy time of 9.82 seconds.Jaiden has been a rising athlete in the NCAA for a few years while at LSU having been an indoor and outdoor all American in the 100, 200 and 4x100 in previous years. But 2026 was a huge breakthrough that saw him become not only the NCAA champion and record holder, but also one of the fastest athletes of all-time with his 19.63, a mark he couldn't even believe he ran.In our conversation, we do a full breakdown of his NCAA Championship races including the 100m and 200m finals, as well as his mindset and progress throughout the year leading up to the Championships.He also discusses becoming one of the top athletes in his home of the Cayman Islands, and eventually attending Jamaica College in Kingston for high school.Finally, Jaiden addresses the conversation around all the fast times at the NCAA champs and how young athletes like himself will continue to get better and are ready to take over the top spots globally.-------------------------------------------

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This CEO Is Advancing Neuroscience, Reducing Pain, & Treating Epilepsy – Meet Dave Rosa, CEO, NeuroOne Medical Technologies $NMTCGuest: Dave Rosa, CEO, NeuroOne Medical Technologies $NMTCDave's BioDave Rosa is an entrepreneur with three decades of experience in the medical device industry spanning a variety of technologies and products. In addition to CEO roles with early-stage medical device companies, Mr. Rosa's background also includes senior roles with C.R. Bard Inc., Boston Scientific Inc., and St. Jude Medical, where his responsibilities included marketing, product development and business development. He has been named as an inventor on multiple medical device patents, serves on seven corporate boards, and has raised $200M in the capital markets. Mr. Rosa holds an MBA from Duquesne University and a BS in Commerce and Engineering from Drexel University.Mr. Rosa currently serves as the President and CEO of NeuroOne (Nasdaq: NMTC), a medical technology company that develops high-definition, minimally invasive diagnostic and therapeutic devices based on its unique thin film electrode technology. NeuroOne, Nasdaq: NMTCWebsitehttps://nmtc1.comCompany Bio NeuroOne Medical Technologies Corporation is a medical technology company focused on improving surgical care options and outcomes for patients suffering from neurological disorders. NeuroOne markets a minimally invasive and high-definition/high-precision electrode technology platform with four FDA-cleared product families: Evo(R) Cortical Electrodes, Evo(R) sEEG Electrodes, OneRF(R) Ablation System (for brain), and OneRF(R) Trigeminal Nerve Ablation System. These solutions offer the potential to reduce the number of hospitalizations and surgical procedures, lower costs, and improve patient outcomes by offering combination diagnostic and therapeutic functions. The Company is engaged in research and development for drug delivery and spinal cord stimulation programs.

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Nick Nash (producer for Connor Price, Sleepy Hallow, Kid G) on surviving a bad publishing deal, his 200M-stream record, leaving LA for Nashville, and why 1M TikTok views converted to less than 1,000 streams. In our fourth episode with Nick, we get into who actually controls what blows up in music right now.The Pinnacle is back with new episodes every week. Catch it live: https://www.youtube.com/@thepinnacleshowNick Nash: https://www.instagram.com/nicknashmusicPinnacle: https://www.instagram.com/pinnacleatthetop/Beats & samples, curated, limited-run producer tools: https://zenith.gallery/

David Schamis breaks down why PERE now holds over 10% of HYPE's circulating supply, why the Coinbase and Circle deal added $200M in annual buybacks that the market didn't price in for a full day, and why Hyperliquid's price discovery on Cerebus and SpaceX may make investment bankers irrelevant to the IPO process. David Schamis is CEO of Hyperliquid Strategies, a publicly traded company and one of the largest corporate holders of HYPE.The Rollup is where the leaders of digital assets and finance converge. Live from the financial capital of the world.Timestamps00:00 PERE Major Update Announced01:03 Not Michael Saylor Mindset05:38 ATM Equity Line Explained08:00 Right Move Is Nothing11:19 Coinbase Circle Deal Impact14:16 $200M More Buybacks16:02 He Checks HYPE Constantly17:32 Cerebus IPO Predicted Perfectly18:34 SpaceX Price Discovery22:13 Anthropic OpenAI IPOs Coming25:22 IPO Discount Is Toll31:12 PERE Beat All ETFsGuest Socials:David Schamis X: https://x.com/dschamisHyperliquid Strategies X: https://x.com/HypeStratHyperliquid Strategies Website: https://www.hypestrat.xyz/Partners:Better than Banks. Transparent capital efficiency earning the highest yields in DeFi. Learn more here: https://infinifi.xyz/---Dinari - Over 230 1:1 backed tokenized stocks, ETFs & more with dividends. US-based SEC transfer agent. Available on 5+ chains & via API. https://dinari.com/---Relay is the fastest and most reliable way to swap any token on any chain. Learn more here: https://relay.link/bridge---Zama is an open source cryptography company that builds state-of-the-art Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE) solutions for blockchain.Learn more here: https://www.zama.org/---Trezor is the creator of the first-ever hardware wallet. Securing crypto for 2M+ users worldwide. 100% open source. Learn more here: https://affil.trezor.io/aff_c?offer_id=133&aff_id=36664---

Obsession has grossed over 200M at the box office, becoming more profitable than The Mandalorian and and Grogu while costing a fraction of it. It was a spin on 'be careful what you wish for" in a somewhat "romantic" focus between Bear and Nikki. I personally think Bear was the one to blame for all of this. While his intentions weren't to get this dark, he did play with autonomy and when she asked to be freed from this curse, he simply walked away, sealing himself as the true villain of the story. Hope you enjoyed my review and analysis of Obsession, see you in the next vid. THEORY SABERS - https://theorysabers.com/ Best sellers: Ani III - The Chosen One - https://www.theorysabers.com/product/hilt-ani3 Prodigal Son V1 (Affordable Version) - https://www.theorysabers.com/product/hilt-lukev1 HATS and MERCH - https://www.theorysabers.com/products-3?category=Accessories&subcategory=Merch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577224659532 SPOTIFY Daily Podcast Episodes - https://open.spotify.com/show/1j8jTU5OgOsi7o18Zo7Jn6 Apple Podcasts Star Wars Theory - https://apple.co/3Z0qBQE Twitter - https://twitter.com/realswtheory Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/star.wars.theory/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@starwarstheory66 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8CbFnDTYkiVweaz8y9wd_Q/join Become a Patron to support future content - https://www.patreon.com/StarWarsTheory Chat with the community on my personal Star Wars Theory Forums https://starwarstheory.com/THEORY/posts DISCORD - https://discord.gg/starwarstheory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys are reunited once again! Jong and Michael discuss their excitement for Supergirl, how the latest trailer continues to highlight well the differences between Kara & Clark, James Gunn's latest Man of Tomorrow reveal, why pacing is so key for films with longer run times, Obsession crossing $200M at the box office, whether Hollywood will learn from the film's succes, and some gaming talk regarding Insomniac's Wolverine and Telltale's The Wolf Among Us 2. Plus, Michael gets everyone ready for The Book Dragon Festival happening this weekend. Oh, there's also a little NBA Finals talk sprinkled in.  The Book Dragon Festival - Saturday June 13th at POST Houston from 11a-5pJoin Michael, authors, vendors, and fellow book lovers like you at the first ever Book Dragon Festival! Michael will be moderating the author panel at the event, featuring authors K.R. House, D.L. Jennings, J.J. Kang, and Abbey Fox discussing world building and magic systems! Doors open at 10:45a with the panel going from 11a-12p. Secure your tickets for the author panel today by heading over to Eventbrite, link below. The Book Dragon Festival Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-book-dragon-festival-author-panel-tickets-1984510987786The Book Dragon Festival is a celebration of the love of fantasy, sci fi, and paranormal books. Following the author panel, the fantasy market opens at 12p. Over 30 authors will be in attendance signing and selling their books. Plus, there'll be live artist drawing, themed sketches on bookmarks, Independent fantasy bookstore vendors, blind date with a book, themed candles, bookish art/merch vendors, tasty treat vendors with special menus, coffee, boba, and more!Stay up to date on the festival's latest announcements by following The Book Dragon Fantasy Shop on Instagram, @thebookdragon_htx.Rate, review, like, and/or subscribe to Comicast on whatever podcast app you're using; Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Castbox, Goodpods, Podcast Addicts, or whatever your podcast app of choice is!  Feedback, questions, or topic ideas for the show? Email us at comicastpod@gmail.com 

Hosted by MJGibson live at MJBizCon 2025, this episode—sponsored by SHOPLINE in association with ICBC—features Grant Schuster and Jim Pivaldi of AccelerantManufacturing on how Swiss-engineered automation is reshaping cannabis cone production. From laser-engraved customization and 200M+ monthly output to a production-as-a-service model that redefines scalability, the conversation cuts straight to what's changing in cannabis manufacturing and why it matters.WEBSITE: https://cannatechtoday.com/Make sure to follow our other social media platforms to stay up-to-date on all things Cannabis & Tech Today.https://twitter.com/cannatechtodayhttps://www.facebook.com/CannaTechTodayhttps://www.instagram.com/cannatechtoday

Neal sits down with co-founders John Sjolund (CEO) and Jon Brilliant(CFO) of Luna Diabetes, two serial diabetes tech founders building what they call “sleep only automation” - the world's smallest patch pump designed to automate insulin delivery while you sleep. With over 1700 nights of real-world wear and a pivotal study on the horizon, Jon and John make the case that nighttime is where the biggest gains in diabetes management are hiding - and almost no one is solving for it. Neal shares a personal connection through his father's decades-long journey with Type 1, and the conversation closes with taco picks spanning a hidden Sorrento Valley gem and an upscale Palo Alto staple.Key Topics* Why 80%+ of glucose-lowering automation benefit happens at night* The founding story: from a Hannah Montana watch to the world's smallest patch pump* Sleep disruption as the #1 reported issue among people with diabetes* Building trust through consistency in an intimate use case* Capital efficiency in medtech: $40M to market vs. the $200M industry average* The disconnect between what clinicians prioritize and what patients actually need* Consumerizing medical devices - why diabetes tech still feels like a Game Boy* WellDoc, Bigfoot Biomedical, and the lineage of connected insulin deliveryLinks & Resources* Luna Diabetes: lunadiabetes.com* WellDoc: welldoc.com* Bigfoot Biomedical: bigfootbiomedical.com* The Craft Taco (Sorrento Valley, San Diego)* Reposado (Downtown Palo Alto)Connect on LinkedIn* Neal Bloom* Jon Brilliant* John Sjolund This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit risingtidepartners.substack.com/subscribe

What's one thing we would ban from Center City? Why is the police headquarters costing the city so much money to buy? And will Bob Brady be dethroned as chairman of the Philadelphia Democrats? That – plus what we're looking for in World Cup merch – on the Tuesday News Roundup with journalist Claudia Vargas, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri, and our senior producer Abby Fritz.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Four Seasons Philadelphia ArtPhilly The Penn Museum

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“The Puerto Rico Song” might be the song of the summer… but it's from $5B AI startup, Suno.Salt & Straw is on sale for $200M… after inventing more ice cream flavors than anyone.We have it all wrong - AI isn't taking jobs from young college grads... It's actually work from home. Plus, it's SpaceX IPO week, so we found a wild stat… What % of Elon's promises come true?$SPCX $SBUX $SPOTGrab your Tickets to the IPO Tour: Our In-Person OfferingSan Francisco 9/23: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1C0064AFB5F688BDBoston 10/14: https://tickets.citywinery.com/event/tboy-the-ipo-tour-in-person-offering-8cdhupSeattle 11/4 (21+): https://www.axs.com/events/1446394/the-best-one-yet-ticketsNEWSLETTER:https://tboypod.com/newsletter OUR 2ND SHOW:Want more business storytelling from us? Check our weekly deepdive show, The Best Idea Yet: The untold origin story of the products you're obsessed with. Listen for free to The Best Idea Yet: https://wondery.com/links/the-best-idea-yet/NEW LISTENERSFill out our 2 minute survey: https://qualtricsxm88y5r986q.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dp1FDYiJgt6lHy6GET ON THE POD: Submit a shoutout or fact: https://tboypod.com/shoutouts SOCIALS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tboypod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tboypodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tboypod Linkedin (Nick): https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-martell/Linkedin (Jack): https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-crivici-kramer/Anything else: https://tboypod.com/ About Us: The daily pop-biz news show making today's top stories your business. Formerly known as Robinhood Snacks, The Best One Yet is hosted by Jack Crivici-Kramer & Nick Martell. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AI startup Emergent is closing in on a $200 million funding round backed by investors including Amazon, Creaegis and Ranjan Pai's Claypond Capital, potentially valuing the company at $1.5 billion. We also look at how Groww and Zerodha's mutual fund businesses are scaling rapidly, why Pune's alleged fake IT jobs scam is drawing calls for an SIT probe, and AirTrunk's plans to invest $30 billion in India's AI and cloud infrastructure by 2030. Tune in for the biggest developments shaping India's startup, fintech, AI and technology ecosystem.

Call of Duty is getting back to basics, Sony is pulling the plug on PC ports, and Bungie is laying off staff after Destiny 2's final update. Meanwhile, Summer Game Fest is here, and everyone has something to announce.In this episode, we break down:●  Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4, kill blocks, DMZ is back, no last-gen SKUs●  Why dropping PS4 and Xbox One could hurt units but help revenue●  GTA 6 pricing debate, is $70 leaving money on the table?●  Sony State of Play, Wolverine, God of War's female lead, and first-party sales in freefall●  Why Sony killed PlayStation games on PC and whether that math makes sense●  Xbox's content problem and why Matthew Ball won't fix it●  Summer Game Fest and the new platform are trying to make marketing spend attributable●  Niko Partners Asia and MENA report; 13 markets, $103B by 2030●  Why Western publishers still can't crack Asia●  Female gamers now make up nearly half the market in regions that were 80% male five years ago●  007 First Light, 1.5M units at launch, but does it pencil at $200M dev spend?●  Bungie layoffs, end of Destiny 2, and what happens to the studio next●  Forza 6 at 5M units and why the racing genre is basically spoken forCHAPTERS:01:52 Banter02:55 Roundtables And Updates06:01 Modern Warfare 4 Reveal09:11 Dropping Old Gen Support11:56 GTA Pricing Side Debate14:16 Branding And Korea Setting16:25 State Of Play Highlights18:18 Sony Sales Charts Breakdown19:04 PC Ports And Platform Math26:43 Xbox Strategy Argument30:03 Microsoft Content Crisis30:55 Summer Game Fest Schedule31:46 Player.gg Marketing Hub35:49 Niko Asia MENA Report38:02 D2C Mini Games AI40:56 China Growth Debate43:28 Why West Fails Asia47:58 Racing Market Locked50:44 Bond Game Economics55:11 Bungie Layoffs Fallout

Why would a leading law school ban AI entirely while other countries are giving every citizen access to ChatGPT? In this news-focused episode, Ray and Dan unpack some of the biggest developments shaping AI and education around the world. They discuss China's new national AI education strategy, Malta's ambitious "AI for All" programme, Harvard's expansion of student AI access, and Anthropic's $200 million partnership with the Gates Foundation. The conversation explores a controversial decision by the University of California, Berkeley School of Law to prohibit AI use in assessed work, raising important questions about judgement, employability, and the future role of AI in professional education. They also examine new research on how people are actually using AI, why Australian students' digital literacy is falling despite increased screen time, and what educators can learn from a high-profile academic integrity case involving an AI-assisted newspaper article. Finally, they highlight Jason La Greca's excellent framework for testing and stress-testing educational chatbots before they are deployed to students. All the links: China launches AI empowering education action plan, includes AI into teacher qualification exams https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1358611.shtml    The Amazon-Perplexity Ruling and Implications for "Agentic AI" in EdTech https://www.rumidocs.com/newsroom/the-amazon-perplexity-ruling-and-implications-for-agentic-ai-in-edtech    Malta gives every Maltese (at home and abroad!) ChatGPT free - with a catch https://openai.com/index/malta-chatgpt-plus-partnership/    Harvard students avoid uni-provided ChatGPT https://www.thecrimson.com/article/2026/4/28/fas-anthropic-claude/    Anthropic's forms $200M partnership with the Gates Foundation https://www.anthropic.com/news/gates-foundation-partnership    University of California Berkeley School of Law bans AI https://www.law.berkeley.edu/academics/registrar/academic-rules/artificial-intelligence-policy/    Australian students' digital literacy at an all time low https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-27/school-students-digital-literacy-at-new-low-test-shows/106724164    How people are really using AI https://hbr.org/2026/06/how-people-are-really-using-ai-in-2026    Walton Family Foundation Educator Research: closing the expectations gap https://www.gallup.com/analytics/659819/k-12-teacher-research.aspx    From the "You couldn't make this up" department  https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/jun/03/sydney-academic-used-ai-opinion-piece-urging-students-to-avoid-using-it-ntwnfb  https://www.smh.com.au/national/uni-academic-admits-she-used-ai-to-write-opinion-piece-in-defence-of-ai-20260602-p6038j.html    Can you spot AI writing? https://fakewriters.onrender.com/      How to break your chatbot - from Jason La Greca https://teachyourselfout.substack.com/p/the-ultimate-jailbreak-test-suite   

One day after Nick Herbig inked his $100M+ extension with the Steelers, Alex Highsmith missed practice. Steelers PR quickly got ahead of the narrative stating that Highsmith was ‘sick.' If a team approached the Steelers about trading Highsmith in exchange for a 2nd round pick, should they say Yes? Are fans buying the ‘illness' excuse for Alex Highsmith today at practice? One legendary caller said the Steelers are the ‘North Korea of the NFL' because they have an answer for everything. Bucco Minute – Another big night for the Pirates last night, beating the Astros 10-6 in Houston. Home runs from Endy Rodriguez, Oneil Cruz and Brandon Lowe. Mike Burrows started for the Astros and did his usual (not great). The guys can't get over how big the Buccos have won a trade. Should the Pirates prioritize Cruz or Lowe if they need to pay someone $200M?

Bucco Minute – Another big night for the Pirates last night, beating the Astros 10-6 in Houston. Home runs from Endy Rodriguez, Oneil Cruz and Brandon Lowe. Mike Burrows started for the Astros and did his usual (not great). The guys can't get over how big the Buccos have won a trade. Should the Pirates prioritize Cruz or Lowe if they need to pay someone $200M?

Welcome back to Fintech Recap. I'm Alex Johnson, joined as always by my partner in recapping, Jason Mikula. We kick things off with the accelerating trend of fintech companies becoming banks. Chime's CEO confirmed it's a matter of when, not if — reversing their "we're a software company" stance. Mercury got conditional OCC approval for a national bank charter the same week it raised $200M at a $5.2B valuation. We explore what the fintech-to-bank stampede does to your valuation (our case studies are Chime, SoFi, and LendingClub), and why some companies chartering today might wish they hadn't. Then, BaaS Island calls us back (I'm a sucker for the sirens' song). The OCC issued a consent order against Community Federal Savings Bank, a single-branch institution in Queens that grew from $140M to $900M in assets by running fintech partner programs for Airwallex, Wise, Payoneer, among others. We discuss why the OCC acted, and why the order is unusually narrow. From there, we walk through two executive orders from the White House on fintech and bank regulation and the Federal Reserve's convoluted master account situationship. Finally, in our Can't Let It Gos: Jason can't let go of SpaceX dumping on retail investors as exit liquidity for their VCs, and I can't let go of PayPal's settlement with the DOJ over a fair lending investigation into a program that never made a single loan. Truly, this will haunt me forever! This episode is brought to you by Persona.  The best fintechs expand what's possible for users. Persona does that for fraud prevention. Their recently upgraded link analysis tool surfaces connections in real time, letting you spot deepfakes, identity farms, and fraud rings during onboarding and investigations.  They just published their Fraud Leader's Guide to Link Analysis, a practical look at today's top risk signals, automating decisions, and scaling link analysis for fraud prevention. Download it now: http://withpersona.com/ftt-fraud  Sign up for Alex's Fintech Takes newsletter for the latest insightful analysis on fintech trends, along with a heaping pile of pop culture references and copious footnotes. Every Monday and Thursday: https://workweek.com/brand/fintech-takes/  And for more exclusive insider content, don't forget to check out my YouTube page. Follow Jason: Newsletter: https://fintechbusinessweekly.substack.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonmikula/   Follow Alex:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJgfH47QEwbQmkQlz1V9rQA/videos LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexhjohnsonTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/AlexH_Johnson

Felix Fan runs Trust Wallet — 200 million users and, per his own numbers, the third-largest self-custodial wallet by Bitcoin transaction volume. At Consensus 2026 he sits down with David Sencil to drop the stats, the controversies, and the roadmap.The tension Felix is honest about: shipping innovations on Bitcoin — like inscriptions — that Bitcoin OGs don't love. The Trust Wallet bet is that the next 100M users care more about features than purity, while still wanting self-custody. He also gets specific about what's NOT shipped yet: private swap, private transfer, and Zcash support are all built but waiting on legal frameworks.We cover:- The 200M-user and #3 Bitcoin volume claim- Inscriptions on Bitcoin and the OG debate- Gasless stablecoin transfers via RPC-level sponsorship- Trust Wallet's agent kit for AI on-chain- Perps, prediction markets, and the regulatory wall on privacyFilmed at Consensus 2026.Host: David Sencil

Group Chat News is back with the hottest stories of the week including Google's about to release 32 million genetically-modified mosquitoes in Florida — the boys break down why it's the worst PR move big tech could possibly make right now, and what Brad Gerstner is doing differently that the rest of Silicon Valley should copy. Then: a 26-year-old named Curry Barker made a horror movie for $750K that's already grossed $148M in three weeks. That's a 197x return on a $750K bet — while Hollywood studios are losing money on $200M tentpole films. The barriers to entry just collapsed and the establishment isn't ready. Plus the LA mayoral race heats up: why we're "quiet Spencer Pratt voters," whether he can beat Karen Bass in the runoff, and what his rise says about a city that's finally fed up. The Mamdani-in-NY parallel, the demo that decides it, and why this might be the biggest mayoral election in California history. Also covered: why America stopped demanding excellence (and China didn't), Berkshire Hathaway's quiet bet on Scottsdale homebuilders, World Cup ticket prices getting borderline criminal, and why Wembanyama might be the most well-rounded young athlete in sports.

Most people don't realize how broken drug discovery really is. According to Liran Belenzon, companies can spend seven years and hundreds of millions of dollars on a drug candidate—only to see it fail in human trials. In this episode, Liran explains why biology is one of the most complex systems humans have ever tried to understand and how AI can help researchers uncover patterns humans miss. The discussion explores why even small improvements in success rates could completely reshape healthcare outcomes worldwide. This episode is a powerful glimpse into the future of science and medicine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The European Union has slapped a €200 million fine on Chinese retailer Temu for selling products considered toxic or unsafe, including baby toys and electronics. The e-commerce giant disputes the ruling, which came under the EU's Digital Services Act, requiring online platforms to protect consumers from harmful content or products. Also in the show:  Global air travel dips for the first time since the pandemic, and France is set to reimburse the cost of weight-loss drugs for obese patients.

Shericka Jackson is shifting her mindset in 2026 and adjusting her approach to training and competition, which will make her very dangerous...-------------------------------------------

What does entrepreneurship really look like behind the scenes when you're balancing business, motherhood, leadership, and the pressure of constantly building?In this episode, Morgan Zanotti, co-founder of Primal Kitchen and founder of WAAY Protein, joins Shelby for a raw and honest conversation about scaling brands, founder anxiety, motherhood, marketing, and building businesses that genuinely connect with people.Morgan shares the behind-the-scenes story of helping grow Primal Kitchen from an early-stage startup into one of the leading wellness brands in the industry. She opens up about scaling fast, leading teams, navigating the challenges of the food and beverage industry, and what it was like balancing entrepreneurship while raising three kids.The episode also dives into the launch of WAAY Protein and how Morgan identified a major gap in the market for clean, convenient, great-tasting protein options designed for busy women and moms trying to prioritize their health while juggling life and work.Shelby and Morgan discuss:Founder anxiety and emotional overwhelmThe reality of entrepreneurshipScaling a product-based businessMarketing strategies that actually workInfluencer partnerships and brand growthLeadership and hiring lessonsBalancing motherhood and ambitionAdvice for women building brands and businessesThis conversation is relatable, inspiring, and packed with honest insights for entrepreneurs, creators, business owners, and ambitious women trying to build something meaningful while managing real life at the same time.About guest:Meet Morgan Zanotti — founder of WAAY, the sparkling protein water changing the wellness game with 10g of protein, 45 calories, and 0g sugar. Before launching WAAY, Morgan co-founded and led Primal Kitchen, helping grow the brand to $50M in revenue before its $200M acquisition by Kraft-Heinz. From accountant to surfer to wellness entrepreneur, Morgan has built her career around challenging the norm and making healthy living feel less restrictive and a lot more fun. Her mission? Proving that wellness doesn't have to be boring and that more protein, more joy, and more fun is actually the point.Connect with the guest: https://www.instagram.com/morganzanotti/https://www.instagram.com/drinkwaay/https://www.instagram.com/primalkitchenfoods/Connect with Shelby Clement:Website: https://www.shelbyclementmarketing.com/Shop my favorites:http://go.shopmy.us/join/itsshelbyclementGet 20% off on NUUDS https://www.nuuds.com/collections/new-womens?snowball=SHELBY12969Follow on Socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shelbydclementLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/shelby-dimiceli-clement-a9497049TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsshelbyclementInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsshelbyclement/If this episode inspired you, share it with a friend and leave a review, it means the world to me :)

Send us Fan MailJoin hosts Ben Kornell and Alex Sarlin as they explore the growing backlash against AI in education, the race to build AI-native learning systems, and the shifting future of edtech, workforce learning, and global education policy.✨ Episode Highlights:[00:02:18] Reflections and takeaways from this year's ASU+GSV Summit [00:05:16] Gen Z backlash against AI grows at college commencements [00:08:06] China's practical AI rollout contrasts with the U.S. race toward AGI [00:15:09] Anthropic and Gates Foundation launch a $200M AI education partnership [00:23:02] Debate over the future and business model of AI tutoring [00:29:25] OpenAI expands its “Education for Countries” initiative [00:37:28] New education tax credits could shift spending power to families [00:42:15] Google, Meta, and Apple push AI glasses and XR learning forward [00:48:40] AI simulations gain traction in workforce training [00:51:06] Multiverse raises $70M for AI-driven workforce upskilling Plus, special guests:[00:55:51] Angel Chung, PhD Candidate at The Wharton School, on proactive AI tutoring systems and new research showing measurable learning gains for students using adaptive AI guidance[01:18:08] David Rogier, Founder and CEO of MasterClass, on AI-powered learning, the future of higher education, and MasterClass Executive — developed alongside OpenAI & Chicago Booth to explore the future of AI-native business education.Learn more here: https://www.masterclass.com/booth-ai

This limestone battery can achieve 100+ hour heat storage without lithium and zero standby losses.Industrial heat is a $1T+ problem, but most solutions ignore storage, especially those using ancient chemistry.Arpit Dwivedi is the founder and CEO of Cache Energy, building thermal storage systems for industrial decarbonization.Cache uses calcium oxide chemistry to store and release heat, targeting sub-1,000°F processes that represent ~75% of global industrial demand, with modular systems designed for rapid deployment and low cost.Here's what we discussed:Unit economics anchored in materials, not breakthroughs – Limestone feedstock at

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes reveals what happened the night his agent called with the news that United wanted him, how the club is rebuilding its winning culture, what great management and leadership actually looks like, and what really happened with the Roy Keane criticism .  Bruno Fernandes is the captain of Manchester United and one of the most driven midfielders of his generation. Since joining in 2020, he has scored 108 goals in 328 appearances, won the Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year award a record 5 times, and equalled the Premier League's all-time single-season assist record with 20 assists this season. He explains:  ◼ How his father's parenting style shaped him into the player and person he is today ◼ How growing up playing against boys five years older than him made him fearless ◼ What he said to Harry Maguire the moment he was handed the captain's armband ◼ Why taking risks is one of the most important things he does on a pitch ◼ Why he turned down a reported £200 million offer to leave Manchester United 00:00 Intro 02:09 How Bruno Learned His Winning Mentality From His Father 05:23 Why Bruno Was Already Different at 5 Years Old 08:16 How Francesco Guidolin Helped Shape Bruno's Career 11:40 What Bruno Really Dreamed About at 18 12:06 Why Tottenham Nearly Signed Bruno 13:45 The Moment Bruno Found Out Manchester United Wanted Him 21:51 How Football Culture Has Changed Inside the Game 32:14 Social Media and Footballers' Interactions 35:12 Why Bruno Believes Every Manager Deserves Backing 36:51 What Actually Makes a Great Football Manager 37:30 How Bruno Treats Players 39:32 What Happens Inside the Dressing Room During Bad Runs 42:43 The Key Change Michael Brought to Manchester United 47:59 Why Bruno Thinks Taking Risks Is Essential 54:06 Ads 54:37 The Position Bruno Loves Playing Most 58:35 Bruno Never Seems to Get Tired 1:00:08 What Being Manchester United Captain Really Means to Bruno 1:03:20 Why This Season Feels Different for Bruno 1:05:16 Bruno Responds to Roy Keane's Criticism 1:10:09 The Emotional Voicemails Bruno Received From Teammates 1:14:07 Why Being Human Matters More Than Football to Bruno 1:17:56 Ads 1:18:32 Why Bruno Rejected Huge Offers to Leave Manchester United 1:22:09 The Importance of Family For Bruno 1:30:06 What Must Change for United to Compete for Titles Again 1:31:19 Bruno's Definition of Success Five Years From Now Follow Bruno: Instagram - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/Bh3r8R7 X - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/GGhEBj3  Facebook - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/4IPRmSU The Diary Of A CEO: ◼ Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/  ◼ Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook  ◼ The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt  ◼ The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards: https://linkly.link/2io2A  ◼ Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  ◼ Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb  Sponsors: LinkedIn Marketing - https://www.linkedin.com/DIARY   Bon Charge: https://boncharge.com/DOAC for 20% off Vanta - https://vanta.com/steven

This week on Two Parents & A Podcast, it's what we call a quick "chit chat" episode to start off your 4-day work week :-) Harrison joins us for all of about a minute before we sent him home with the kids… but NOT BEFORE Tate said "hello" to the pod listeners (guys, she was so proud of herself for using the mic). We start with our MDW block party recap. We had 200+ people show up, the dunk tank was the unexpected MVP, and Harrison flipped 200+ burgers/dogs (because the man does everything 200%). OH — and it wouldn't be a block party in Austin if a Waymo didn't get confused and stuck on our street for like 15 minutes (hahahha). We also get into our actual TIPS on how to throw your own block party because it's so much easier than you think (even though it was a big “get out of your comfort zone” moment for us). Then we get into a little pop culture: the ESPN announcer who refused to say Taylor Swift's name during the Cavs game (?? still confused why), Jessica Simpson didn't even NEED to make a comeback (you guys… her net worth is $200M vs. Hilary Duff's $20M, which completely flipped our opinion from last ep), and we covered her response to the Nick Lachey flight situation (her mom bought the first class tickets… mystery solved!). Then we continue our new ongoing debate over crown vs. crayon (10% of you actually say crown!!), which spirals us into a whole conversation about regional dialects (the NYT Dialect Quiz, the Cleveland "tree lawn", and Alex saying "sea-ment" instead of "cement"). Oh and apparently Jules made a VIRAL BuzzFeed quiz back in the day that had millions of hits (which Halo Top flavor are you?! Guys please take this and lmk in the comments - https://www.buzzfeed.com/minichjg/can-we-guess-your-go-to-halo-top-flavor-with-six-q-37u2u).  Plus, because Harrison left with the kids and we had time on our hands, we went TIKTOK LIVE with you guys to do a Q&A for the first time!!! We got into so many random questions in real time: moving, potty training, the hardest part of parenthood, the Pumpables pump that has changed my life, and so much more. Then we end with two important (read facetiously) questions: should you let your kid stay up past bedtime if they're reading? (The "run or read" bedtime hack that's getting a lot of buzz online.) AND… is it socially acceptable to bring Jules's new ORANGE iPhone 17 Pro Max to a black tie wedding?! (We think yes, because Morgan Stewart said so.) OK hope you guys had fun — WE DID! LOVE YOU GUYS! Timestamps:  00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast! 00:01:29 Memorial Day block party recap 00:11:41 What's going on at home 00:16:05 ESPN announcer refused to say Taylor Swift's name?! 00:19:16 Jessica Simpson is worth HOW much?! ($200M vs. Hilary Duff's $20M!!!) 00:21:30 Crown vs. crayon: the official verdict (+ a tip if your toddler is coloring on everything!) 00:25:41 The NYT U.S. Dialect Quiz (have you taken it?!) 00:27:10 Jules made a viral BuzzFeed quiz?! 00:28:33 LIVE FROM THE POD: TikTok Live with you guys!!! (moving, potty training & pumpables) 00:44:58 Should you let your kid stay up past bedtime to read?! 00:48:50 Is the ORANGE iPhone 17 Pro Max socially acceptable at a black tie wedding?! 00:52:48 LOVE YOU GUYS! #twoparentsandapod -------------------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our sponsors this week: *Tumble: Machine Washable Rugs, Made Better. For a limited time only, our listeners get 10% off + free shipping at https://www.tumbleliving.com/TWOPARENTS #Tumble #ad *SKIMS: Shop Everyday Cotton, and all of my favorite bras and underwear at http://www.skims.com/twoparents #skimspartner *Rula: Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/TWOPARENTS #rulapod *FODZYME: We're so excited to partner with FODZYME and offer you 30% off your first order when you go to http://icaneatagain.com/twoparents -------------------------------------------------------------- Listen to the pod on YouTube/Spotify/Apple: https://www.youtube.com/@twoparentsandapod https://open.spotify.com/show/7BxuZnHmNzOX9MdnzyU4bD?si=5e715ebaf9014fac https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-parents-a-podcast/id1737442386 -------------------------------------------------------------- Follow Two Parents & A Podcast: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/twoparentsandapod TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@twoparentsandapod Follow Alex Bennett: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/justalexbennett TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@justalexbennett Follow Harrison Fugman: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/harrisonfugman TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@harrisonfugman -------------------------------------------------------------- Powered by: Just Media House – https://www.justmediahouse.com/ -------------------------------------------------------------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Week In Startups is made possible by:Grasshopper Bank - https://grasshopper.bank/twistLinkedIn - https://linkedIn.com/twistNorthwest Registered Agent - https://northwestregisteredagent.com/twistPlaud - https://Plaud.ai/twist Why raise $200 million if you are already profitable? That's the question Jason and Alex put to Mercury's founder and CEO, Immad Akhund, after the entrepreneur raised another massive round for his upstart, technology-friendly bank. TWiST then welcomed Kled founder Avi Patel to discuss the startup he considers a clear ripoff of his own company. Jason gavels in verdicts on all parties involved, including Y Combinator and venture capital firm General Catalyst. The show closes with a news lightning round, including OpenAI's decision to offer $2 million in token credits to hundreds of startups.Guest Links:Mercury https://mercury.comMercury funding announcement https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260520511817/en/Mercury-Raises-$200-Million-Series-D-at-$5.2B-ValuationImmad Akhund on X https://x.com/immadKled https://www.kled.ai/Avi Patel on X https://x.com/avipat_/Avi's complaint https://x.com/avipat_/status/2055384102409253056General Catalyst https://www.generalcatalyst.com/Y Combinator https://www.ycombinator.com/Delve https://techcrunch.com/2026/04/23/another-customer-of-troubled-startup-delve-suffered-a-big-security-incident/Discussion links:Anthropic's attack on secondary trading https://techcrunch.com/2026/05/12/anthropic-warns-investors-against-secondary-platforms-offering-access-to-its-shares/Vanta https://www.vanta.com/twistTimestamps:0:00 Welcome to This Week in Startups!2:14 Plaud: If your work depends on conversations — interviews, meetings, calls — you need a Plaud NotePin. You can check it out at https://Plaud.ai/twist and use code TWIST for 10% off!3:27 Immad Akhund (Mercury) joins to discuss $200M raise6:33 Mercury's origin story and path to $650M run rate9:53 Northwest Registered Agent - Get more when you start your business with Northwest. In 10 clicks and 10 minutes, you can form your company and walk away with a real business identity — Learn more at https://northwestregisteredagent.com/twist14:23 Stablecoins: where they work, why Mercury won't launch its own20:13 LinkedIn - Thanks to our partners at LinkedIn! Post your job for free at https://linkedIn.com/twist then promote it to get access to LinkedIn Jobs' new AI assistant.22:38 AI agents, and the future of money movement27:30 Why Mercury raised less this round30:11 Grasshopper Bank - Time is money. Don't waste either. Go to https://grasshopper.bank/twist and get an exclusive $500 cash bonus just for opening an account.42:48 Avi Patel (Kled) joins to discuss copycat startups57:06 Jason's verdict on YC's hacker culture & "appearance of impropriety"1:17:39 Sam Altman's $2M-in-tokens-for-equity offer to YC founders1:24:32 NYC hotel housekeepers cross $100K in time under new union contract1:30:14 Minimum wage, immigration & the case for raising it slowlySubscribe to the TWiST500 newsletter: https://ticker.thisweekinstartups.comCheck out the TWIST500: https://www.twist500.comSubscribe to This Week in Startups on Apple: https://rb.gy/v19fcpFollow Lon:X: https://x.com/lonsFollow Alex:X: https://x.com/alexLinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexwilhelmFollow Jason:X: https://twitter.com/JasonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncalacanisCheck out all our partner offers: https://partners.launch.co/Great TWIST interviews: Will Guidara, Eoghan McCabe, Steve Huffman, Brian Chesky, Bob Moesta, Aaron Levie, Sophia Amoruso, Reid Hoffman, Frank Slootman, Billy McFarlandCheck out Jason's suite of newsletters: https://substack.com/@calacanisFollow TWiST:Twitter: https://twitter.com/TWiStartupsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thisweekinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisweekinstartupsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thisweekinstartupsSubstack: https://twistartups.substack.com

Welcome to Episode 298 of SC Utd.Great deals on Soccer Card boxes at https://soccercardsunited.com/You can find Soccer Cards United: On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soccercardsunited/On Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoccerCardsUTDAnd wherever you get podcasts: https://podfollow.com/soccer-cards-unitedYour questions, comments and suggestions could and probably will be featured on the show if you reach out to us! Please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or out loud on the street to passers-by. The music for the show is: Modern Jazz Samba by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4063-modern-jazz-samba License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses#soccercards #tradingcards #thehobby #soccercards

May 19, 2026: Your daily rundown of health and wellness news, in under 5 minutes. Today's top stories: Fitness First partners with kip for NFC-powered tags blocking notifications and locking users into focus modes while allowing music and fitness apps Meru Health builds diagnostics-driven psychiatry combining metabolic testing, wearables, nutrition, and therapy as antidepressants remain ineffective for 30-50% of patients Nourish raises $100M bringing total funding to $215M, scaling to 10K+ dietitians and 200M covered lives with AI-native metabolic care platform Today's episode is brought to you by AIIR — a modern communications and experiential agency for health, wellness, fitness, and performance brands. From earned media to events and creator-led campaigns, AIIR helps companies sharpen their story, earn attention, and build trust that compounds. Visit https://aiir.agency to learn more. More from Fitt: Fitt Insider breaks down the convergence of fitness, wellness, and healthcare — and what it means for business, culture, and capital. Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe Work with our recruiting firm → https://talent.fitt.co/ Follow us on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/fittinsider/ Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider Reach out → insider@fitt.co

Anthony Perera is a South Florida-born serial entrepreneur who transformed a single HVAC truck into a $200M+ national home services empire, earned Ernst & Young's Entrepreneur of the Year® Florida award, successfully scaled and sold a majority stake in his tech company Inspected.com to a private equity fund managing over $600M, and now leads a family office overseeing a portfolio valued at more than $250 million. Here's some of the topics we covered: From off-road magazines to serial entrepreneurship Turning one HVAC truck into a $250M powerhouse Building a family office around buying businesses The hidden opportunity in retiring baby boomer companies Transforming outdated businesses into private equity targets How AI and social media are changing growth forever The playbook for buying businesses and scaling wealth   To find out more about partnering or investing in a multifamily deal: Text Partner to 72345 or email Partner@RodKhleif.com    For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com   Please Review and Subscribe  

Mark Rampolla built ZICO Coconut Water over nine years and sold it to Coca-Cola for over $200M. Then seven years later, bought it back. Now he's rebuilding it bigger than ever, going for $1B+, and documenting the entire process. Mark also leads GroundForce Capital, a $600M firm investing in companies like Liquid Death, Bobbie, and Humm Kombucha. And he's using this rebuilt operating system—FreedomOS—to take ZICO past where it was when he sold it the first time. Not with more grind. With more clarity, more ease, and more fun. Mark joins Justin to discuss beverage, entrepreneurship and more.

Reengineering the Revenue Engine: Scaling Sales Leadership with Greg GrandIn a recent episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur Podcast, host Josh Elledge sat down with Greg Grand, the Founder and CEO of G Squared Advisors, to dismantle the operational inefficiencies plaguing modern sales organizations. Greg, an electrical engineer turned revenue architect who has built $200M sales teams for giants like Google and Apple, shares his expert perspective on why traditional sales management playbooks are collapsing in the digital age. This conversation serves as a data-driven masterclass for founders, fractional leaders, and executives looking to future-proof their pipelines by integrating advanced AI workflows, establishing strict tech governance, and maintaining the irreplaceable human element of high-ticket B2B sales.The Augmented Enterprise: Architecting the Future of B2B Sales through AI GovernanceThe current corporate directive to roll out an artificial intelligence strategy has left many sales leaders paralyzed, resulting in a dangerous disconnect where over 75% of organizations acknowledge the need for a tech-forward playbook but fewer than 10% successfully execute one. Greg Grand explains that this adoption gap stems from an initial failure in leadership philosophy; companies routinely make the mistake of chasing the trendiest software tools rather than mapping their existing sales processes to identify true operational bottlenecks. When executive teams fail to take ownership of technological integration, sales forces organically slide into "shadow AI"—a high-risk environment where individual contributors deploy unauthorized apps that leak proprietary data and fracture client messaging. True scale is achieved only when leadership builds a standardized, vetted suite of AI tools that act as strategic coworkers, taking over administrative tasks like prospect data compilation, first-draft content creation, and meeting preparation.By automating the time-consuming administrative debt that typically consumes a sales rep's day, an organization can radically reallocate its human capital toward real-time relationship building and strategic accounts. For instance, rather than forcing a representative to lose hours digging through LinkedIn profiles and recent financial statements before a pitch, customized AI workflows can instantly analyze prospect data to generate hyper-personalized agendas and predictive objection-handling guides. This shift moves AI out of the realm of basic data automation and into a role of strategic empowerment, even facilitating continuous internal coaching through automated sales simulations and role-play modules. Frontline reps can safely test their pitch mechanics against sophisticated digital personas, sharpening their communication skills in a controlled environment long before entering high-stakes client negotiations.Transitioning into an AI-forward organization also creates unique authority-building opportunities for executive leaders looking to capture market share through strategic earned media. Greg notes that while software optimizes internal pipelines, external growth requires thought leadership initiatives—such as intentional podcast guesting—to plant long-term authority seeds that attract high-quality inbound leads over months and years. However, much like corporate technology stacks, media outreach demands rigorous filtering; leaders must look past clunky, unverified matching databases and focus strictly on high-quality programs where their direct industry peers are actively contributing. When automated operational efficiency is paired with an authoritative, human-centric media strategy, small and medium-sized businesses can successfully strip away the operational friction that stalls growth, allowing the executive team to eventually exit tactical operations entirely.About Greg GrandGreg Grand is the Founder and CEO of G Squared Advisors and a veteran revenue strategist with an extensive background in electrical engineering and high-tech manufacturing sales. Having engineered multi-million dollar business lines for global enterprises, Greg now serves as a fractional Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) and consultant for small-to-mid-sized companies. He is the creator of the AI Sales Leader program, a specialized training ecosystem that helps modern corporate leaders combine structured execution frameworks with artificial intelligence to scale revenue.About G Squared AdvisorsG Squared Advisors is an elite strategic advisory firm that specializes in sales training, operational process engineering, and fractional sales leadership for mid-market businesses. The firm bridges the infrastructure gap facing rapidly growing sales teams by providing custom playbooks for account expansion, new business acquisition, and advanced technology adoption. Through their comprehensive corporate training programs, G Squared Advisors helps organizations build high-performing, self-sustaining sales engines that drive predictable enterprise valuation.Links Mentioned in This EpisodeG Squared Advisors Official Website: gsquaredadvisors.comGreg Grand on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/greggrandKey Episode HighlightsThe Process-First Mandate: Why successful AI integration requires mapping human sales workflows and identifying bottlenecks before purchasing software licenses.The Shadow AI Security Risk: Navigating the hidden liabilities of employee tool sprawl and establishing strong data governance with your legal team.AI as a Strategic Coworker: Utilizing tailored automation for real-time prospect research, messaging drafts, and instant presentation assembly.Automated Sales Role-Play: Leveraging artificial intelligence to simulate complex client objections and scale training across the frontline team.High-Value Media Authority: Shunning unverified pitching platforms to focus on high-quality podcast appearances that build long-term industry credibility.ConclusionThe conversation with Greg Grand highlights that artificial intelligence is not a threat to the human sales professional, but rather the ultimate vehicle for liberating their strategic capacity. By building a robust corporate framework around data governance and automated preparation, leaders can ensure their teams spend less time handling administrative tasks and more time securing high-value client relationships.More from The Thoughtful Entrepreneur

Full Show Notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/sisson2026 In this episode with Mark Sisson, you'll discover why VO2 Max may be overrated as the gold standard for longevity, and why chasing it cost Mark 32 pounds of muscle and the real-world function that actually matters. You'll explore his "Old Man Olympics" framework: a decathlete's approach to fitness at 72, spanning strength, speed, balance, and endurance. You'll also get his take on cold plunging, alcohol, biohacking, AI, and find out why foot health may be the single most overlooked lever in your longevity toolkit, from bunions to glute activation to big toe function. Mark Sisson ignited the ancestral health movement with Mark's Daily Apple and The Primal Blueprint, popularized keto and intermittent fasting with The Keto Reset Diet and Two Meals a Day, and sold Primal Kitchen to Kraft Heinz for $200M. He now runs Peluva, a toe-separated shoe company built around restoring foot strength and healthy gait, and is the author of Born to Walk.

PSA President Ryan Hoge joins the crew! This week, we're going deep with the President of PSA to discuss their new fraud protection program, authenticity guarantees, and the future of the grading giant. Is PSA's massive submission volume a sign of market health or a warning? The crew debates. Also in this episode... Fanatics x FIFA: What the massive new licensing deal means for the future of soccer cards and international collecting. Gear Up: A look at BCW's new graded storage tech and the cold, hard realities of the hobby business. The Chaos: Plenty of market arguments and Sports Cards Nonsense energy. If you care about the market, the business, or just a good hobby debate, this one is for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices