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TBOY Live Show Tickets to Chicago on sale NOW: https://www.axs.com/events/949346/the-best-one-yet-podcast-ticketsStocks surged 3% on a Mega Monday of Trump news… Airplanes, tariff pauses, prescriptions, & parties.Vineyard Vines passed $500M in revenue… because “men stick to the fit, women chase the hit.”Dunkin Donuts got a JetBlue Airplane… it's a flying billboard from Boston's hometown heros.Plus, is the next surprise Recession Indicator actually… Katy Perry?$JBLU $SPY $RLAbout Us: The daily pop-biz news show making today's top stories your business. Formerly known as Robinhood Snacks, TBOY Lite is hosted by Jack Crivici-Kramer & Nick Martell.GET ON THE POD: Submit a shoutout or fact: https://tboypod.com/shoutouts NEWSLETTER:https://tboypod.com/newsletter SOCIALS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tboypod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tboypodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tboypod Anything else: https://tboypod.com/ Our 2nd show… The Best Idea Yet: Wondery.fm/TheBestIdeaYetLinksEpisodes drop weekly.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Immad Akhund is the CEO of Mercury. Launched in 2019, Mercury has raised $500M in funding from Sequoia, Coatue, CRV, Andreessen Horowitz and others. He is a former part-time partner at Y Combinator and is an active angel investor, with more than 350 investments in startups including Rippling, AirTable, Rappi, Applied Intuition, and Substack. In Today's Episode We Discuss: 04:38 Exclusive News: New Fund Announcement 05:15 Lessons from 350 Angel Investments 12:27 Why Founders Should Always Push for the Highest Price 14:40 Biggest Wins and Misses in Angel Investing 22:56 How Sequoia Came to Lead the Series C for Mercury 31:32 Why Move From Angel to VC 33:41 Is It Wrong For Founders to Also Have Funds with LP Capital? 36:28 AI Investments: Overhyped or Worthwhile? 41:14 Raising a First Time Fund: Challenges & Surprises 49:47 The Future of Venture Capital 54:36 Quickfire Questions and Reflections  

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In this week's episode we delve into the dynamic world of business pricing strategies. As a finance director and chartered accountant with extensive experience managing a 500 million-pound revenue, Claire sheds light on the intricacies of pricing and its impact on company growth. Claire unpacks five essential insights into setting the right price, including the importance of customer segmentation, the fallacy of sticking to cost-based pricing, and the need for an adaptive pricing system. The conversation also touches on how businesses can protect their profitability while maintaining customer satisfaction, showcasing real-world examples and offering advice tailored for business owners looking to refine their pricing tactics. ⭐ Rate, Review & Share this episode with fellow business owners, and let's grow together! ⭐ Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to get Expert Advice Straight to Your Inbox: https://www.profitcashgrowth.com/subscribe   VALUABLE RESOURCES Website LinkedIn YouTube Facebook ABOUT THE HOST: Claire Hancott through Profit Cash Growth helps 6 & 7 figure business owners to increase their profit, improve their cashflow and grow their business using their numbers. As a finance director & chartered management accountant, Claire has nearly 20 years' experience in finance and running businesses of her own. This gives her a unique insight into the information and support business owners need to grow a financially successful business. Claire passionately believes that every business should be run by the numbers because the numbers in your business are telling you a story about what is and isn't working and where your opportunities lie. Claire's mission is to provide insightful management accounts, reports and advice to business owners and support them to make smarter decisions.    *The content of this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice.

Most companies don't stall because of bad strategy. They stall because their founder refuses to evolve.In this episode of the CEO Sales Strategies Podcast, Doug C. Brown speaks with growth strategist Tom Doorley—who co-founded Braxton Associates and scaled it into a $500M consulting division acquired by Deloitte.Tom shares exactly what breaks during scale—and how top CEOs evolve their leadership, mindset, and structure to meet each new stage of growth.You'll learn: • How to hire ahead of revenue—without betting the business • Why holding too much control kills scalability • How to structure leadership that grows with your company • What resilient CEOs do when everything breaks • Why mindset—not market—is often the real limiterThis is a masterclass in scaling with clarity, sustainability, and real leadership.

This week, we're joined by special guest Tarun Gupta, CEO and co-founder of Coinshift, to discuss stablecoin adoption globally and his long-term vision for decentralized finance.In the market update, we highlight large inflows into BTC, CME flows up over 100% month-over-month, and a strong front-month basis at 11%. We also break down what's next for BTC and key support levels.On the macro front, we recap last week's Non-Farm Payrolls, discuss equity market valuations, preview this week's FOMC decision, and consider what to expect from the Milken Conference and key crypto earnings. In the news section, we cover Arizona's rejection of a proposal to create a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve—and Schwab and Morgan Stanley's plans to launch crypto trading. We also cover the revival of virtual asset platforms with the launch of Genesis, and continued explosive growth in real-world assets (RWAs), including Telegram's $500M tokenized bond fund and BlackRock's BUIDL reaching $2.8B in TVL, up from $665M in March. BlackRock has also filed to tokenize a $150B Treasury trust fund on Ethereum.Onchain, we discuss Apple's relaxation of crypto app rules—allowing Bitcoin and crypto payments, NFTs, and reduced App Store fees—and Solana's patch of a zero-day vulnerability in its ElGamal Proof program. We close with key upcoming catalysts: the FOMC decision on May 7, and Ethereum's Pectra upgrade also expected on May 7.Topics Covered:Special Guests:Tarun Gupta on stablecoin adoptionMarket Update: BTC inflows, CME flows +100% MoM, front-month basis at 11%, key support levelsMacro Overview: Non-Farm Payrolls, equity market valuations, FOMC expectations, Milken Conference, crypto earningsNews & Policy: Bitcoin reserve proposal rejections, Schwab & Morgan Stanley crypto plans, virtuals revival, Telegram & BlackRock RWA expansionOnchain Insights: Apple relaxes app rules, Solana patches zero-day vulnerabilityCatalysts Ahead: FOMC Meeting (May 7), Ethereum Pectra Upgrade (May 7), multiple crypto company earnings (May 8)Host:Ben Floyd, Head of Execution ServicesSpeakers:David Duong, Head of Institutional ResearchBrock Miller, Senior Staff Software EngineerJoshua Pak, Senior CES Sales TraderCoinbase News:MANTLE-USD, WLD-USD available on Coinbase Exchange and Advanced Trade

What a $500M Tech Exit Taught Him About Building a Thriving Architecture FirmWhat does a $500 million tech exit have to do with building a thriving architecture firm? In this episode, Amos Peleg shares his incredible journey—from a young man determined not to follow in his architect father's footsteps, to building Pelleck Linehouse, a thriving 20-person architecture firm.After six years of study split between Israel and New York City, Amos graduated from City College in 1999 and was quickly swept into the world of tech, joining a rooftop loft startup that sold for $550 million just three months later. That experience sparked his passion for entrepreneurship, launching a years-long pursuit of starting his own business through repeated trial and error.Eventually, family needs brought Amos back to Israel, where he partnered with a close friend and rebuilt his father's struggling firm. Along the way, he learned what it really takes to build a sustainable architecture practice—hiring the right people, identifying profitable niches, and designing processes that free him from the daily grind while still leading as CEO.He reflects on lessons from architecture school under his father's critical eye, working under a Holocaust survivor, and navigating the tension between personal passion and professional success. Through it all, Amos champions the power of vision, strategy, and Ikigai—aligning what you love, what you're good at, and what the world needs.This week at EntreArchitect Podcast, What a $500M Tech Exit Taught Him About Building a Thriving Architecture Firm with Amos Peleg.Learn more about Amos Peleg and his work at Peleg Kleinhause, and connect with him on LinkedIn.Please Visit Our Platform SponsorsArcatemy is Arcat's Continuing Education Program. Listen to Arcat's Detailed podcast and earn HSW credits. As a trusted provider, Arcat ensures you earn AIA CE credits while advancing your expertise and career in architecture. Learn more at Arcat.com/continuing-education.Visit our Platform Sponsors today and thank them for supporting YOU... The EntreArchitect Community of small firm architects.

Can you build a billion-dollar brokerage by saying “no” more than you say “yes”? In this episode of the Real Estate Excellence Podcast, Tracy Hayes welcomes Corey Hasting. Corey opened his first Engel & Völkers shop in Jacksonville Beach on April 30, 2018. Since then, Corey has opened 3 additional shops located in Amelia Island, the Beaches Town Center and St. Johns Florida. Since opening Corey has recruited over 80 top producing advisors who should sell more than $700,000,000 in volume and over 1500 transactions in 2021. Corey has been awarded countless awards since opening the Jacksonville franchise including being a member of the class of 2020 for the prestigious 40 under 40 list by the Jacksonville Business Journal and in 2021, Engel & Völkers Jacksonville, under Corey's leadership was awarded the 12th fastest growing company in Northeast Florida and the #1 fastest growing Real Estate brokerage by the Jacksonville Business Journal. Corey fosters a high-performance culture, the non-negotiables he upholds in agent recruitment, and how technology—especially AI—is being used to empower advisors. From managing listings that linger to creating scalable systems that support both agent growth and work-life balance, Corey offers a masterclass in leadership and vision in modern real estate. If you're a broker, team lead, or top producer stuck at a ceiling—this episode is your breakthrough.   Highlights: 00:00–12:13 Building the Foundation & Elite Brokerage Culture Corey's leadership values: humility, curiosity, and discipline From D1 athlete to award-winning broker Reaching just under $1B in sales with 136 advisors Engel & Völkers' reputation in luxury and international markets Establishing high standards for culture, production, and full-time commitment 12:14–25:47 Market Dynamics, Pricing Challenges & Seller Education Shifts in market behavior and seller psychology Empowering agents with data-driven listing conversations Cash buyers regaining leverage post-COVID Listing strategy adjustments in high-supply neighborhoods Creating structure and confidence around value and negotiation 25:48–38:59 Elevating Agent Performance Through Systems & Support Transitioning agents from $6M–$15M with backend support Exclusive in-house marketing and TC team models Time-saving tools that boost daily productivity High agent engagement in training and meetings 89% of agents grow production in 6 months 39:00–50:52 Culture-Driven Recruiting & Strategic Growth Vetting for cultural fit before adding new agents Turning down high-volume producers to preserve standards Competing through support and service—not splits Reinvesting profits into systems over headcount Organic team growth via pride and internal referrals 50:53–01:03:59 Leadership Evolution, Vision & Self-Discipline Lessons from launching a brokerage at 27 Milestones to $300M, $500M, and the $1B target Balancing ambition with appreciation for the journey Vulnerability and personal growth as a founder Mental discipline from sports background applied to real estate 01:04:00–01:13:31 Tactical Advice for Brokers & Long-Term Impact Mastering recruiting, value proposition, and vision setting Full-service vs. capping model decisions Why enjoying the wins matters more than just chasing them Redefining success as impact, not income How broker support creates ripple effects across agent careers Conclusion   Quotes:  “Technology is useless if you don't know how to use it or where to find it.” - Corey Hasting “If you're not using some sort of AI, you're falling behind pretty quickly.” - Corey Hasting  “Not every business is good business—sometimes you have to say no.” - Corey Hasting  “People buy people before they buy product—this is a customer service industry first.” - Corey Hasting   To contact Corey Hasting, learn more about his business, and make them a part of your network, make sure to follow him on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.   Connect with Corey Hasting! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corey_hasting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/corey.hasting.3 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chasting/   Connect with me! Website: toprealtorjacksonville.com   Website: toprealtorstaugustine.com    If you want to build your business and become more discoverable online, Streamlined Media has you covered. Check out how they can help you build an evergreen revenue generator all powered by content creation!   SUBSCRIBE & LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW as we discuss real estate excellence with the best of the best.   #RealEstateExcellence #CoreyHastings #EngelVolkers #LuxuryRealEstate #JacksonvilleRealEstate #BrokerLeadership #RealEstateTech #AIInRealEstate #TopProducerMindset #RealEstatePodcast #BrokerageSuccess #RealTrends #RealEstateRecruiting #RealEstateStrategy #MarketMastery #ListingTips #RealEstateCulture #TopAgentSupport #BrokerTips #TeamGrowth

Doug C. Brown: How to Add $100K in Commissions with Metrics and MindsetGuest: Doug C. Brown, CEO of CEO Sales StrategiesHow much commission are you leaving on the table?In this episode, Doug C. Brown reveals the sales systems, KPIs, and mindset shifts that can help any rep add $100K+ in predictable commission income—without grinding harder.Whether you're an individual contributor, sales leader, or business owner, this conversation will help you connect the dots between numbers, behavior, and repeatable results.Doug shares the exact structure he's used to help generate over $500M in sales, along with the daily disciplines that separate pros from performers who just get lucky.What You'll Learn in This Episode:How to add $100K in commissions by managing the right numbersThe most overlooked KPIs that impact your close rateWhy mindset determines income more than experienceThe daily rituals top producers actually followThe connection between metrics, belief, and buyer trustHow to reverse-engineer any income goal into a plan

Send us a text00:00 - Intro00:07 - Neuralink Raises $500M at $9B Valuation01:01 - Discord Appoints New CEO Amid IPO Speculation01:52 - Last of X debt sold by MStanley03:01 - Glean Raises at $7B Valuation as ARR Tops $100M03:43 - Anthropic Adds Claude Features, Projects $34.5B Revenue by 202704:37 - Epic Games Wins Against Apple, Returns to iOS App Store05:37 - Stripe Enables iOS Developers to Bypass Apple's 30% Fee

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In this episode of Mornings with Joel, we're joined by Justin Ferguson one of the most active multifamily brokers in the Mid-Atlantic. Justin shares how he went from making 250 cold calls a week to closing nearly half a billion dollars in deals. We dive into his early struggles, market insights, tips for surviving your first downturn, and how building real relationships not just making sales is the key to long-term success.

Ever been burned by finance companies, I know I have. So often as small minority owned businesses we do not get the best rates, offers or just out right get taken advantage of because of what we don't know. Thanks to our new partner, Encore Funding we are now bringing you a trusted source for government contract financing. With more than $500M in funding going to minorities alone in 2024 Encore is here to support your business. Visit encoregov.com for information on how to apply.  In this episode of the Govcon Giants Podcast, I sit down with Craig Cohen, VP of Business Development at Encore Funding, to break down one of the biggest challenges in government contracting: cash flow. Craig dives deep into the misconceptions around traditional bank financing and explains why banks often don't understand the value locked inside government contracts. He explains why you can't just “cash a contract” like a check—and how alternative lenders like Encore can step in to bridge the gap. We unpack the difference between term loans, lines of credit, and factoring—and Craig shares how Encore's flexible, non-bank financing solutions help contractors cover payroll, kickstart new projects, and scale without delay. Plus, he shares a real success story that came straight out of one of our conferences—where a facility maintenance contractor doubled his business after getting denied by his bank. If you've ever struggled to get financing for your contracts, this episode is your roadmap to understanding how alternative capital works, who it's for, and why it's not as “expensive or risky” as many think. Craig also clears the air on eligibility, including why Encore doesn't require minimum credit scores or years in business—and how they look at the full picture, not just your past. Craig's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigcohen1/ Encore Funding Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/encore-funding/ Website: https://gov.encore-funding.com/  Email: info@encore-funding.com 

Today's show: we break down the wild story behind Meta's AI chatbots going completely off the rails — including a bombshell WSJ exposé about bots flirting with minors. Then they cover Palo Alto Networks' huge $500M+ acquisition of Protect AI, and sit down with the founder of Formulate, who's building a robotic kitchen for chemicals and cosmetics. Plus, we get into some spicy takes on the secret group chats shaping tech behind the scenes, whether AI can clean up bad code faster than humans, and a Founder Fridays Texas showdown between Osprey and Wispr.*Timestamps:(0:00) Jason kicks off the show.(1:45) Jason's recent trip to Detroit.(7:47) The influence of group chats on tech, politics, and Trumpism(10:54) Northwest Registered Agent. Form your entire business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes. Get more privacy, more options, and more done—visit northwestregisteredagent.com/twist today!(19:48) The importance of proactive communication in media(20:04) Fidelity Private Shares℠ - Visit ⁠ https://www.fidelityprivateshares.com! Mention our podcast and receive 20% off your first-year paid subscription.(21:44) Palo Alto Networks acquires Protect AI(28:57) ARX Robotics and the future of autonomous military platforms(29:31) Pilot - Visit https://www.pilot.com/twist and get $1,200 off your first year.(35:27) Sentra's $50M Series B in data security posture management(42:16) Lightrun's $70M Series B and venture capital trends(51:28) Meta's AI chatbots, ethical concerns, and Founder Friday competition(1:05:19) Formulate interview with Osmaan Shah(1:11:52) Scaling microfactories and the benefits of Formulate's platform(1:21:10) Business model and future of robotics in manufacturing(1:24:38) Potential applications in food and agriculture for Formulate Robotics*Subscribe 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/v19fcp*Links from episode:Check out Formulate Robotics: https://www.linkedin.com/company/formulaterobotics/posts/?feedView=allCheck out Protect AI: https://protectai.com/Check out Lightrun: https://lightrun.com/Check out Sentra: https://www.sentra.io/Check out the WSK article on Meta's “Digital Companions”: https://www.wsj.com/tech/ai/meta-ai-chatbots-sex-a25311bf?st=6jzH4S&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalinkCheck out ARX Robotics: https://www.arx-robotics.com/*Follow Osmaan:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/osmaanshah/X: https://x.com/osmaanshah*Follow Lon:X: https://x.com/lons*Follow Alex:X: https://x.com/alexLinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexwilhelm*Follow Jason:X: https://twitter.com/JasonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncalacanis*Thank you to our partners:(10:54) Northwest Registered Agent. Form your entire business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes. Get more privacy, more options, and more done—visit northwestregisteredagent.com/twist today!(20:04) Fidelity Private Shares℠ - Visit https://www.fidelityprivateshares.com! Mention our podcast and receive 20% off your first-year paid subscription.(29:31) Pilot - Visit https://www.pilot.com/twist and get $1,200 off your first year.*Great TWIST interviews: Will Guidara, Eoghan McCabe, Steve Huffman, Brian Chesky, Bob Moesta, Aaron Levie, Sophia Amoruso, Reid Hoffman, Frank Slootman, Billy McFarland*Check out Jason's suite of newsletters: https://substack.com/@calacanis*Follow 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*Subscribe to the Founder University Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@founderuniversity1916

In this episode: DigiPower X (DGXX) is a hidden gem in today's market [0:20] Introducing Michel Amar, CEO of DigiPower X [3:17] DGXX's pivot from Bitcoin mining to AI is a game-changer [6:59] DigiPower has a massive head start on its competitors [14:17] Why this debt-free revenue machine is so undervalued [16:33] How management takes care of its shareholders [24:40] One of the world's best investors is backing this company [28:30] How this $30M company plans to unlock $500M in value in 2 years [32:28] Did you like this episode? Get more Wall Street Unplugged FREE each week in your inbox. Sign up here: https://curzio.me/syn_wsu Find Wall Street Unplugged podcast… --Curzio Research App: https://curzio.me/syn_app --iTunes: https://curzio.me/syn_wsu_i --Stitcher: https://curzio.me/syn_wsu_s --Website: https://curzio.me/syn_wsu_cat Follow Frank… X: https://curzio.me/syn_twt Facebook: https://curzio.me/syn_fb LinkedIn: https://curzio.me/syn_li

Perplexity has landed $500M to grow its AI capabilities. The funding may enable game-changing innovation. What does this mean for the future of the industry?AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferMy Podcast Course: https://podcaststudio.com/courses/Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠Join my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

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En este episodio, repasamos los temas más importantes del día: • Wall Street toma respiro tras el rally: Los futuros caen con $SPX -0.2%, $US100 -0.3%, $INDU -0.4% mientras las tensiones EE.UU.–China continúan. Beijing evalúa exenciones, pero niega negociaciones activas. Hoy se publica la confianza del consumidor de abril (esperado 50.8). • Alphabet brilla en resultados: $GOOGL +5.6% premarket tras superar expectativas. Ingresos +12% y utilidad neta +46%, con margen operativo de 34%. Destaca la expansión de su negocio cloud y Gemini 2.5 en IA. Aumenta dividendo un 5% a $0.21 por acción. • Pony.ai y Tencent unen fuerzas en robotaxis: $PONY sube 12% premarket tras alianza con $TCEHY para integrar sus robotaxis en WeChat y Tencent Maps. La empresa acelera su expansión comercial y compite con $GOOGL (Waymo), $AMZN (Zoox), $BIDU, $WRD y $TSLA. • Butterfly Effect quintuplica su valoración: Startup china creadora de Manus AI recauda $75M, alcanzando casi $500M de valoración. Lidera la ronda Benchmark, con participación de $TCEHY y ZhenFund. Planea expansión a EE.UU., Japón y Medio Oriente. Un episodio que conecta el avance de la IA, la movilidad autónoma y la política comercial global. ¡No te lo pierdas!

Perplexity's latest funding round brought in $500 million. This move could significantly impact the competitive dynamics of AI. Experts say this could shake up the field.AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferMy Podcast Course: https://podcaststudio.com/courses/Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠Join my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

We’ve been told China has 1.4 billion people—but what if that’s a lie? In this explosive episode, I sit down with China expert Lei, who reveals compelling evidence that the CCP may be hiding a catastrophic demographic collapse. If true, this changes everything—from geopolitics to global economics. Buckle up. Watch Lei: https://www.youtube.com/@LeisRealTalk To learn more about investing in gold & silver visit - http://goldwithseth.com, or call 626-654-1906 American Financing: Visit http://americanfinancing.net/seth or call 866-889-1476. NMLS 182334, www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org For high quality storable foods and seeds, visit http://heavensharvest.com and use promo code SETH to save 15% on your order. Get 20% off your first order of Blackout Coffee—just head to http://blackoutcoffee.com/maninamerica and use code maninamerica at checkout. Kimchi One from Brightcore – Improve your health, improve your life. 25% Off with code: MANINAMERICA at https://mybrightcore.com/maninamerica Or dial (888) 575-6488 for up to 50% OFF and Free Shipping – ONLY when you call!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Avanish and Mike discuss:Mike's journey from his early tech roots in Silicon Valley to his role as CRO at Zscaler, including his transformative work growing ServiceNow from $500M to $6B in the Americas regionThe importance of always viewing platform strategy through the customer's lens - helping them achieve outcomes rather than managing multiple point solutionsHow a successful platform requires breaking down silos not just within your own organization, but often within your customer's organizationThe "one team" concept of the three-legged stool: customer, vendor, and partner, all working together toward shared successWhy ecosystem partners are mission-critical, providing industry expertise and customer insights that vendors can't replicateThe role of security in enabling productive AI adoption, with Zscaler helping customers leverage generative AI safely at scaleHow to develop meaningful metrics with partners beyond just pipeline generation, focusing on mutual success plans and regular reviewsThe importance of playing the long game with partners - "It's not how you behave when things are going great, it's how you behave when things hit the fan"Host: Avanish SahaiAvanish Sahai is a Tidemark Fellow and has served as a Board Member of Hubspot since April 2018 and of Birdie.ai since April 2022. Previously, Avanish served as the vice president, ISV and Apps partner ecosystem of Google from 2019 until 2021. From 2016 to 2019, he served as the global vice president, ISV and Technology alliances at ServiceNow.  From 2014 to 2015, he was the senior vice president and chief product officer at Demandbase.  Prior to Demandbase, Avanish built and led the Appexchange platform ecosystem team at Salesforce, and was an executive at Oracle and McKinsey & Company, as well as various early-to-mid stage startups in Silicon Valley.About Mike RichMike Rich is a highly accomplished technology sales professional with a career spanning more than 30 years.During his tenure as President, Americas at ServiceNow from 2011–2023, Mike played a pivotal role in the company's success. Under his leadership, the AMS region experienced unprecedented revenue growth, catapulting from $500 million to $6 billion+.Mike focused on initiatives like vertical industries that enabled customer-facing teams to partner closely with customers. During his time, the company's overall growth skyrocketed from $80 million to $8 billion. Throughout his career, Mike has kept customer satisfaction as the north star, ensuring that every business decision aligns with the goal of providing unparalleled value to clients and career advancement for employees.Before ServiceNow, Mike held leadership roles at enterprise software companies Borland, Rational Software, and Kana.Mike's leadership philosophy revolves around building diverse teams that prioritize achieving desired mutual outcomes. His passion is fostering environments where collaboration, mutual respect, and teamwork are paramount.About TidemarkTidemark is a venture capital firm, foundation, and community built to serve category-leading technology companies as they scale.  Tidemark was founded in 2021 by David Yuan, who has been investing, advising, and building technology companies for over 20 years.  Learn more at www.tidemarkcap.com.LinksFollow our guest, Mike RichFollow our host, Avanish SahaiLearn more about Tidemark

Send us a textIn this episode, several industry leaders share insights into their current investment strategies and where they are focusing their capital and energy. They discuss a wide range of sectors, from real estate to alternative investments, AI, and cutting-edge technologies like drones and flying cars.One panelist highlights his "old school" approach of buying individual stocks and focusing on dividend-paying companies, such as UPS, while another cautions about niche alternative investments and the importance of due diligence. Another investor shares how they are involved in philanthropy and real estate, particularly focusing on value-add opportunities in student housing and apartment buildings.A real estate investor shares how they prioritize basis-conscious buying, emphasizing location and avoiding development in uncertain markets. Meanwhile, others discuss emerging trends in AI, satellite technology, and the growing field of vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.With such diverse perspectives, the panel sheds light on what's happening across industries and what trends to watch in the coming months, including the impact of rising interest rates, the potential of AI-driven innovations, and the exciting future of autonomous vehicles and drone technology.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------If you are looking to grow your business, get sharper at investing, and scale you are in the right place.Our 18-year-old investor club, the Family Office Club, has 25 team members, and 17+ million social followers, has closed on over $500M of transactions, has over 7,500 active investors, and hosts 15 live events a year.To join our investor club as a capital raiser or CEO of a company needing capital to access our live community events, please visit https://FamilyOffices.comTo register with us as an investor to access live community events please visit https://InvestorClub.com

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"You show me your friends and I'll show you your future." -Diana Kokoska Welcome to the Turmeric & Tequila Podcast with your host, Kristen Olson! In this episode, we dive into all thing's leadership, growth, and mindset with the inspiring Diana Kokoska—entrepreneur, bestselling author, and former CEO of Keller Williams MAPS Coaching. Diana shares her journey from humble beginnings in her family's grocery store to leading one of the world's largest real estate coaching programs. Kristen and Diana explore the power of resilience, the importance of failing forward, and how mindset shapes personal and professional success. You'll hear practical tools for reframing negative thoughts, the science behind gratitude, and stories of overcoming adversity with grace. If you're seeking actionable wisdom to level up your life and career—or just need a motivational jolt—tune in to hear Diana's passionate insights and learn more about her new book, “Becoming More.” Get ready to embrace your own power, purpose, and possibility!   Time Stamps: 00:00 Childhood Lessons in Salesmanship 06:22 "Pioneering Business Leadership" 08:37 "Mindset's Role in Career Success" 10:55 "Embracing a Human-Centric Approach" 16:19 Mindset Shift: Focus on Positivity 18:31 Overcoming Fear and Transforming Energy 22:37 "Balancing Energies for Positive Change" 26:41 Exploring Energy and Passion Points 29:32 Navigating Stress and Health Connection 30:34 Personal Health Scare Discovery 33:41 Embracing Your Empowering Storyteller 39:20 "Embrace Responsibility and Value Time" 41:00 Influence of Close Associations 44:21 "Success: Leaving a Meaningful Legacy" 47:37 "Embrace Positive Change"   Dianna Kokoszka is an Entrepreneur, Keynote Speaker, Best-Selling Author, Investor, and Mentor. A four-time Entrepreneur of the Year and three-time Businesswoman of the Year, she is also recognized among the top 25 U.S. business coaches. As CEO of Keller Williams MAPS Coaching, she grew revenues to $500M, leading the company to#1 training company 5 consecutive years, and the training hall of fame. She has been traveled the world with John Maxwell incorporating values training in schools. https://dynamicgrowthcollective.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/diannak/ https://www.facebook.com/diannakokoszka/ https://www.instagram.com/dianna.kokoszka/ https://www.tiktok.com/@dianna.kokoszka   Connect with T&T: IG: @TurmericTequila Facebook: @TurmericAndTequila Website: www.TurmericAndTequila.com Host: Kristen Olson IG: @Madonnashero Tik Tok: @Madonnashero Website: www.KOAlliance.com WATCH HERE   MORE LIKE THIS: https://youtu.be/ZCFQSpFoAgI?si=Erg8_2eH8uyEgYZF   https://youtu.be/piCU9JboWuY?si=qLdhFKCGdBzuAeuI https://youtu.be/9Vs2JDzJJXk?si=dpjV31GDqTroUKWH 

A conversation with Mike Velings, co-founder of Aqua-Spark, a global investment fund for sustainable aquaculture, about how an invite he should have never received lead to the creation of the largest aquaculture fund in history, with over $500 million in assets under management (AUM) and ambitious plans to grow to $2 billion or more. This conversation goes beyond the billion dollar question—it's already been answered. We explore why focusing on long- term investments is essential for transforming an industry and why current venture capital and private equity fund models might cause more harm than good. How can we bring institutional investors into agriculture and food, and what financial mechanisms can facilitate this? We also dive into the key drivers in aquaculture and discover why Mike is so enthusiastic about the future.This episode is special—it's not every day we discuss billions and institutional investment strategies with someone who has a real chance to raise the funds and put them to work.DISCLAIMER: This conversation was recorded on Nov 21st, 2024. A month later Aqua-Spark learned about a fraud in the numbers of eFishery, an Aqua-Tech startup they have invested in. After a thoughtfully evaluation, we decided that- regardless of the news around eFishery and the effect that has had on Aqua-Spark as a fund- the story of Aqua Spark is extremely relevant and interesting to anyone working in food, agriculture, aquaculture, and for that matter, impact investing. It should be shared and heard. Excluding eFishery, Aqua-Spark has a strong portfolio, and their journey towards disrupting a whole industry with an evergreen fund and attracting institutional capital is worth putting a spotlight on. More about this episode on https://investinginregenerativeagriculture.com/mike-velings.==========================In Investing in Regenerative Agriculture and Food podcast show we talk to the pioneers in the regenerative food and agriculture space to learn more on how to put our money to work to regenerate soil, people, local communities and ecosystems while making an appropriate and fair return. Hosted by Koen van Seijen.==========================

"We got to a million dollars in ARR by taking meetings any way we could - sending chunky mail, handwritten cards, even just picking up the phone. It's simple."In today's episode of Bricks, Bucks and Bytes, we had Martin Roth sharing his journey as Levelset's go-to-market leader and the real-world tactics that helped scale the business to a successful exit.Tune in to find out about: ✅ Why the first million in revenue requires founders to do the selling themselves ✅ The five key traits Martin looks for when hiring salespeople (grit, resourcefulness, enthusiasm, curiosity, ambition) ✅ How selling to construction differs from typical B2B SaaS ✅ Why you should never hire a sales director before hitting $1M in ARRMartin reveals how Levelset went from $1.5M to $10M ARR in six years, then doubled to $20M in just 18 months once they figured out their go-to-market strategy. A must-listen for construction tech founders looking to scale sales operations.---------Timestamps00:00 Intro05:06 Introduction to the Journey09:10 Early Days at Levelset17:14 Go-to-Market Strategy Evolution23:59 Sales Techniques and Lessons Learned26:04 Differences in Construction Tech vs. B2B SaaS29:42 Understanding the Construction Industry's Landscape35:23 Navigating Messaging Challenges in a Diverse Market42:58 Sales Strategies for SMB vs. Enterprise Markets53:27 Handling Long Sales Cycles in Construction56:06 Navigating Enterprise Sales Challenges58:57 The Role of Champions in Sales1:01:54 Understanding the Cost of Adoption1:05:12 Effective Communication in Sales1:06:54 Key Traits of Successful Salespeople1:14:11 Building a Sales Team and Leadership Dynamics

Mike first raised $30M for a marketplace that never truly had product-market fit. Then he bet only $10K on ButcherBox. A few years later, he's doing $550M in revenue and he's profitable. The difference is in his first startup he was just catering to investors— in his second one only to customers. If you're an early founder chasing growth, listen to how Mike ditched vanity metrics, found sustainable traction, and grew ButcherBox past $500M in revenue—with no outside funding.____Why You Should Listen1. Why not raising can often be a powerful forcing function.2. Why what VCs want is often not the same as what customers want.3. How to differentiate in what seems like a commoditized market.4. Why there is no stronger force in startups than true product-market fit.______Keywordsproduct market fit, bootstrapping, butcherbox, direct to consumer, CPG subscription, grass fed beef, founder lessons, Kickstarter, food startup, early stage founder_____(00:00:00) Mastering the VC Game(00:01:45) How I Raised $30M Without Product Market Fit(00:08:21) Why my VC-backed Startup Failed(00:15:34) Growing Revenue but Losing Money(00:28:07) Early Signals of Real Product Market Fit(00:34:59) Solving Supply Chain to Scale ButcherBox(00:39:43) Bootstrapping to $550M (The Power of Constraints)(00:51:18) Product Market Fit from Day One(00:52:42) Why Founders Need a Lifestyle PlanSend me a message to let me know what you think!

Perplexity has landed $500M to grow its AI capabilities. The funding may enable game-changing innovation. What does this mean for the future of the industry?AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferMy Podcast Course: https://podcaststudio.com/courses/Try AI Box: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠Join my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle/about

Matt Mullenweg on scaling Automattic to $500M ARR. In this episode of The SaaS Revolution Show, host Alex Theuma sits down with Matt Mullenweg, Co-founder of WordPress and Founder and CEO of Automattic — the company behind WordPress.com, WooCommerce, Tumblr, Beeper, and more. Matt shares the mindset, strategies, and lessons that helped him build one of the most impactful open-source businesses in the world — now generating over $500M in ARR, including: - The mindset and mission behind Automattic. - How AI is reshaping the WordPress ecosystem. - Key lessons from scaling to $500M ARR. - What his ‘ideal' work week looks like. - How he stays motivated as CEO. Guest links: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattm/ Check out the other ways SaaStock is helping SaaS founders move their business forward: 

Welcome back to the Alt Goes Mainstream podcast.Today's conversation features a live podcast that takes place at BTG Pactual's NYC office for an audience in private markets.We are joined by Todd Owens, the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Cantilever Group, where BTG Pactual is an investor.Cantilever is an independent firm focused on providing capital solutions to middle market asset managers. The firm's capital can be used to accelerate growth, support acquisitions or liftouts, fund GP commitments, seed new strategies, facilitate generational ownership transfer, and provide liquidity to founders. Cantilever focuses on asset management firms that have enterprise values between $50M and $500M. The team has executed on over $500M of GP stakes, financing, and seeding transactions as both investors and principals. The team's advisory experience working with stakes funds includes over 15 GP stakes transactions, multiple GP stakes portfolio financings, numerous GP and BDC IPOs, and dozens of asset management financing and control transactions.Cantilever is working with two strategic partners as they build their firm: BTG Pactual, the ~$30B market cap Brazilian bank and wealth and asset manager has invested into Cantilever's fund, and Broadhaven Ventures, the principal investment arm of Broadhaven Capital Partners.Todd has over 30 years of experience as an advisor covering financial institutions and as a senior financial services executive. Prior to founding Cantilever, Todd has been a Partner at Broadhaven Capital Partners, an independent financial services focused investment bank that's completed over $100B in announced M&A transaction volume, as well as the former CEO of Fifth Street Finance. Todd began his career at Goldman, Sachs & Co, spending 24 years including as a Managing Director and Partner in the Investment Banking Division.Todd and I had a fascinating conversation about the GP stakes space and why the middle market represents a compelling part of the asset management ecosystem as the industry undergoes change and consolidation. We discussed:The early days of alternative asset managers going public.The evolution of the GP stakes market.The role that GP stakes investing can play in the growth of alternative asset managers.How and why GP stakes has shades of private equity, private credit, and secondaries in a single strategy. A tale of two cities — the upper end of the market and the middle-market.What will liquidity look like in the GP stakes space?Thanks Todd for sharing your wisdom and views on GP stakes and asset management.Subscribe to Alt Goes Mainstream to receive the weekly newsletter every Sunday and all of AGM's podcasts.Show Notes00:38 Welcome to the Alt Goes Mainstream Podcast00:40 Live Podcast at BTG Pactual's New York City Office00:49 Introducing Todd Owens and Cantilever Group02:26 Welcome to Alt Goes Mainstream Live03:04 Todd's Background and Perspective03:29 The Early Days of Minority Equity04:28 Alternative Asset Managers Going Public04:53 The Success of Public Offerings05:32 Evolution of the GP Stakes Market05:58 The Financial Crisis and Market Evolution06:14 Understanding the Asset Management Business06:47 Public vs. Private Market Perceptions08:07 Middle Market Opportunities08:37 The Role of GP Stakes in Firm Growth09:05 Different Approaches to Building a Business09:15 Lessons from advising Oaktree and Ares09:27 Strategic Planning in Asset Management10:14 Sophistication in the Middle Market10:45 The Future of GP Stakes and Asset Management11:48 Differences Between Upper and Middle Markets14:46 Opportunities in the Lower Middle Market16:03 The Persistence of the Middle Market17:58 Wealth Channel and Private Markets18:48 Evolution of Wealth Management20:04 Democratization of Alternatives20:24 GP Stakes as an Investment Strategy20:54 GP Stakes: The Best of All Worlds?20:59 Investment Strategies and Market Trends22:08 Private Credit vs. GP Stakes22:58 Betting on Private Markets Growth23:17 Long Duration Capital in GP Stakes23:47 Liquidity in the GP Stake Space24:22 Managing Portfolio and Realizations25:01 The Need for Liquidity Solutions25:19 Quick Fire Questions25:26 Favorite Asset Class in 2025?26:06 Next Firm to Go Public?26:16 Challenges of Merging Large Firms27:21 Future of Middle Market GP Stakes28:07 Conclusion: Live Podcast Wrap-Up28:12 Thank You and Closing Remarks Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant.

Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news  Bitcoin is up slightly at $84,042 Eth is up slightly at $1,583 XRP, is up half a percent at $2.08 Janover adds $10M in Solana South Korean presidential candidates vows to embrace crypto CyberKongz says SEC case closed Securitize acquires fund admin arm of MG Stover Semler Scientific wants to offer $500M in securities to fund more BTC buys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Rose and Trevor Plouffe (filled in for by Jeff Passan of ESPN) discuss the hottest stories in baseball Monday through Friday! Upgrade your skincare routine at https://CalderaLab.com/TODAY and use code TODAY at checkout for 15% off your first order. WATCH BLITZBALL BATTLE 6: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GjFnSkUbRMM WATCH DUGOUT DISCUSSIONS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I9o88yr0ROk 00:00 INTRO01:51 Jackie Robinson Day05:45 Is Fernando Tatis the most complete player in baseball?13:45 Opening Day will be the only ever "big game" Skenes pitches in Pittsburgh?22:57 Is it odd that Juan Soto said this or not at all?27:24 Rays might be better than Boston?31:42 Ring or bust for Vlad and his $500M contract?37:13 OUTRO JM Merch Store: https://shop.jomboymedia.com/ Follow us on X/Instagram: @ChrisRoseSports Chris Rose on X/Instagram: @ChrisRose Trevor Plouffe on X/Instagram @TrevorPlouffe Follow all of our content on https://jomboymedia.com 

Send us a textIn this episode, we dive into the blueprint for failure and the many ways you can succeed in business, emphasizing the importance of proper security, vetting your partners, and thorough research. The discussion covers essential topics like UCC searches and the political impacts of laws such as the Corporate Transparency Act, which everyone in business should be aware of. Our guest shares their journey from real estate to private credit and how the generational wealth transfer is shaping the future of investments. Key advice includes the importance of saying "no" when something feels off, the concept of two-way vs. one-way doors in decision-making, and how to avoid falling into common traps that can derail your success. The episode is full of practical insights and strategies for anyone navigating the world of real estate, finance, or business.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------If you are looking to grow your business, get sharper at investing, and scale you are in the right place.Our 18-year-old investor club, the Family Office Club, has 25 team members, and 17+ million social followers, has closed on over $500M of transactions, has over 7,500 active investors, and hosts 15 live events a year.To join our investor club as a capital raiser or CEO of a company needing capital to access our live community events, please visit https://FamilyOffices.comTo register with us as an investor to access live community events please visit https://InvestorClub.com

In this episode of The Successful Contractor, host Bob Houchin sits down with Carl DiBene, the Director of Training at CertainPath, to uncover game-changing strategies for running a profitable home services business. With decades of experience—including managing $500M in sales at one time—Carl shares hard-earned lessons and proven tactics to help contractors succeed. 

This week on Diggin Weekly, we're diving deep into the latest MLB news and stories around the league. From Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s massive extension to the rising trend of early contracts, we break down what's really going on behind the scenes.We also touch on the latest in player mental health with a thoughtful conversation about Jarren Duran, reflect on MLBPA dynamics, and share stories from inside the clubhouse—including facing Kenley Jansen, food poisoning with Bellinger, and memories of Yordano Ventura.Plus, reactions to the new Netflix Red Sox documentary, thoughts on Caglianone's call-up, and hilarious takes on "Foul Ball Guy."The guys also talk about the tragic news coming from the Dominican Republic at the Jet Set nightclub. Former MLB players Octavio Dotel and Tony Blanco were among on those killed in the incident.---------HostsEric Hosmer /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @hosmer305⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mike Moustakas / ⁠⁠@moosetacos8⁠⁠Chuck Philpott / ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠@chuckphilpott⁠Interact with the Diggin' Deep crew on:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Advertising & Partnership inquiries: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠diggindeep@moonballmedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠a⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ MoonBall Media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast

This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.----------------------------------------Welcome to Episode 87 of the Investing in Impact podcast. Today, I'm joined by Dr. Andy Kuper, Founder and CEO of LeapFrog Investments, a pioneering firm that has reshaped how global capital can drive profit with purpose.Dr. Andy Kuper, founder and CEO of LeapFrog Investments, has redefined how private capital can create meaningful change. Since launching the firm in 2007, Kuper has led with a bold vision: to deliver "Profit with Purpose" by investing in businesses that generate strong returns while solving real-world challenges across Asia and Africa.

Baseball Is Dead Episode #320 Vladdy Jr got $500M from the Blue Jays and probably wouldn't have got it from anyone else. -Blue Jays Overpay? -Cubs Best Run Differential In MLB -Mets 6 Straight W's -College Losing Streak Battle -Zack Hample Interference Use promo code “Jared” to get up to $1000 in bonus credits AND a special pick on Underdog! PLAY HERE: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/pc-d2PyPbHAPu BID MERCH: baseballisdeadmerch.com This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/baseball and get on your way to being your best self. 0:00 - Jared Battling 11:03 - Vladdy Jr 28:29 - Cubs +32 Run Differential 34:18 - Mets 6 Straight W's 44:05 - Losing Streak Battle 52:16 - Dallas Final Thoughts 57:48 - Zack Hample Interference 1:02:44 - Jayhay Nuggs 1:08:44 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics Discussed:Trending StoriesNational Beer Day celebrationsBlue Jays' $500M first baseman signing – big move or big mistake?Global markets feel the heat as Trump's tariffs cause Asian stock slumpBitcoin drops below $80,000 – time to panic or buy the dip?Cigar NewsPCA update with Day 1 schedule – what's coming for the cigar world?Black Star Lines parts ways with Cliff Nelson – what's next for the brand?Who's the next person to fall victim to a flashy smile in the cigar world?Luciano Cigars partners with a new player – big things in the works?Espinosa Cigars drops three new releases – will they smoke out the competition?Roma Craft's Toro cigar trio – is this the perfect size for the ultimate smoke?Listener of the Week:Julian Gordon gets the nod!Shop of the Week:Briar Patch Tobacco in Wisconsin – check it out for your next great cigar experience!Would love to hear your thoughts if you're tuning in!For retail PCA Appointments https://calendly.com/pospiech/powstanie-pospiech-meeting

Eno and DVR discuss the massive deal for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Blue Jays -- 14 years, $500 million -- as extension season rolls further into April. They also wonder if the Jays will be able to supplement the face of their franchise effectively and snap a postseason losing streak that stretches back to 2016. Please participate in our listener survey! theathletic.com/athletic/survey25 (Three lucky entries will receive £/$100 worth of Amazon vouchers!)Rundown4:47 Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Gets 14-Year, $500M Deal w/Blue Jays10:31 What Else Will the Jays Do to Supplement the Roster Around Vlad?17:56 Chase Dollander's Debut; Zac Veen Promoted by Rockies26:52 Blake Snell to the IL with Shoulder Swelling30:28 Ketel Marte to the IL; Tim Tawa Promoted over Jordan Lawlar32:40 Other News & Notes: Nestor Cortes Jr., Sean Murphy & Iván Herrera45:08 Handling Slow Starts in the NFBC (and Elsewhere)51:05 Where the Money Went: Kyren Paris, Jake Mangum, 12-Team Starting Pitcher Targets & the Closer CarouselFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the massive deal for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Blue Jays -- 14 years, $500 million -- as extension season rolls further into April. They also wonder if the Jays will be able to supplement the face of their franchise effectively and snap a postseason losing streak that stretches back to 2016. Please participate in our listener survey! theathletic.com/athletic/survey25 (Three lucky entries will receive £/$100 worth of Amazon vouchers!) Rundown 4:47 Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Gets 14-Year, $500M Deal w/Blue Jays 10:31 What Else Will the Jays Do to Supplement the Roster Around Vlad? 17:56 Chase Dollander's Debut; Zac Veen Promoted by Rockies 26:52 Blake Snell to the IL with Shoulder Swelling 30:28 Ketel Marte to the IL; Tim Tawa Promoted over Jordan Lawlar 32:40 Other News & Notes: Nestor Cortes Jr., Sean Murphy & Iván Herrera 45:08 Handling Slow Starts in the NFBC (and Elsewhere) 51:05 Where the Money Went: Kyren Paris, Jake Mangum, 12-Team Starting Pitcher Targets & the Closer Carousel Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Verlander talks about the Toronto Blue Jays paying Vladimir Guerrero Jr. $500M over 14 years and what that means for the franchise moving forward. Ben also talks about the HOT NL West with the Dodgers, Padres, Dbacks & Giants off to great starts. Ben also touches on the Atlanta Braves tough start, The Detroit Tigers great start. Then, Ben wraps up the show with his MLB Power Rankings. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - 01:10 INTRO 01:10 - 10:45 BLUE JAYS EXTEND VLAD JR. 10:45 - 14:27 JACKSON MERRILL EXTENSION 14:27 - 20:29 THE GIANTS ARE GOOD 20:29 - 22:46 BRAVES TOUGH START 22:46 - 27:52 VICTOR ROBLES INJURY 27:52 - 35:39 TIGERS HOT START 35:39 - 39:43 POWER RANKINGS 39:42 - 42:23 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Rose and Trevor Plouffe discuss the hottest stories in baseball Monday through Friday! Shop SKIMS Mens at https://www.skims.com/baseball #skimspartner Enjoy baseball around the clock! Download and play MLB 9 Innings 25 https://bit.ly/Play_MLB_9Innings_2025 WATCH BLITZBALL BATTLE 6: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GjFnSkUbRMM WATCH DUGOUT DISCUSSIONS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I9o88yr0ROk 00:00 INTRO01:29 Tip of the cap...?03:02 Blue Jays finally extend Vlad on $500M deal11:46 The Giants are off to a blazing start!21:21 Rangers currently hold best record in the AL26:37 Phillies/Dodgers recap and more on our Roki Sasaki segment38:43 Mets or Red Sox the more interesting team to follow this year?45:45 OUTRO JM Merch Store: https://shop.jomboymedia.com/ Follow us on X/Instagram: @ChrisRoseSports Chris Rose on X/Instagram: @ChrisRose Trevor Plouffe on X/Instagram @TrevorPlouffe Follow all of our content on https://jomboymedia.com

Baseball Is Dead Episode #319 The Blue Jays finally have their guy as they extended Vladdy Jr a 14-year $500M contract. -Vladdy Jr Extension Reaction -Giants Start 8-1 -Red Sox Sweep Cards -Phillies Take 2/3 From Dodgers -Rangers Win 8 Of 10 -Chase Dollander Debut -Blake Snell Injury -Heaney 10 Punchouts -Dallas + Jayhay Nuggs Use promo code “Jared” to get up to $1000 in bonus credits AND a special pick on Underdog! PLAY HERE: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/pc-d2PyPbHAPu BID MERCH: baseballisdeadmerch.com 0:00 - Vladdy Jr 14-Yrs, $500M 16:16 - Giants Start 8-1 26:03 - Sox Sweep Cards 30:50 - Phillies/Dodgers 37:45 - Rangers Win 8 of 10 42:31 - Chase Dollander Debut 44:43 - Blake Snell Injury 49:27 - Heaney 10 Punchouts 54:34 - Dallas Nuggs 56:23 - Jayhay Nuggs 1:07:45 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025Today, possible results in the Wisconsin and Florida elections; Senator Cory Booker takes to the Senate floor to disrupt business as usual; Mike Waltz used GMAIL to discuss national defense information; Senator Adam Schiff says he will put an indefinite hold on the confirmation of Ed Martin as D.C. US Attorney; multiple plaintiffs have filed suit to block Trump's voter suppression executive order; internal fallout has paused the firing of 10000 Health and Human Services employees; the Trump administration has admitted that it deported a Maryland father to CECOT over an administrative error; Senator Gallego says he will hold up Trump's VA nominees to protest cuts to the VA workforce; the Trump administration has cut millions of dollars from Planned Parenthood; DOGE is trying to steal a $500M building; and Allison delivers your Good News.Guests: Joyce VancePreorder Giving Up Is Unforgivable by Joyce Vance - 10/21/2025 Civil Discourse with Joyce Vance | SubstackSistersInLaw PodcastJoyce White Vance (@joycewhitevance.bsky.social) — BlueskyJoyce Alene (@JoyceWhiteVance) / XThank You, HomeChefFor a limited time, get  50% off and free shipping for your first box PLUS free dessert for life!  HomeChef.com/DAILYBEANS.  Must be an active subscriber to receive free dessert..Thank You, Pique LifeGet 20% off on the Radiant Skin Duo, plus a FREE starter kit at Piquelife.com/dailybeans.Stories:Florida, Wisconsin election results live | CNN PoliticsWaltz and staff used Gmail for government communications, officials say | The Washington PostAn ‘Administrative Error' Sends a Maryland Father to a Salvadoran Prison | The AtlanticInternal fallout at HHS delays 10,000 firings | POLITICOTrump admin cuts tens of millions from Planned Parenthood | POLITICODOGE Is Trying to Gift Itself a $500 Million Building, Court Filings Show | WIREDJohn Oliver Sued by Health Insurance Executive Over On-Air Rant | The Daily BeastGood Trouble:The 2020 Brown Democracy Medal winner, Srdja Popovic, was a leader in the revolution that brought down the Milošević regime in Serbia and he continues to help protestors around the world learn effective, sometimes humorous, nonviolent tactics. Pranksters vs. Autocrats by Srdja Popovic and Sophia A. McClennen | Free eBook | Cornell University PressTrump and Musk are attempting an illegal power grab is a crisis we must stop. HandsOff2025.com From The Good NewsWhat led to ‘No' votes on all Louisiana amendments? An elections analyst explains | WWNOOn Call by Anthony Fauci, M.D.: 9780593657478 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: BooksDANIELA (@calirockchick) • InstagramReminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing! Federal workers - feel free to email me at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen.Share your Good News or Good Trouble:https://www.dailybeanspod.com/good/ Check out other MSW Media podcastshttps://mswmedia.com/shows/Subscribe for free to MuellerSheWrote on Substackhttps://muellershewrote.substack.comFollow AG and Dana on Social MediaDr. Allison Gill Substack|Muellershewrote, Twitter|@MuellerSheWrote, Threads|@muellershewrote, TikTok|@muellershewrote, IG|muellershewrote, BlueSky|@muellershewroteDana GoldbergTwitter|@DGComedy, IG|dgcomedy, facebook|dgcomedy, IG|dgcomedy, danagoldberg.com, BlueSky|@dgcomedyHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?Supercasthttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/Patreon https://patreon.com/thedailybeansOr subscribe on Apple Podcasts with our affiliate linkThe Daily Beans on Apple Podcasts

Monica Lewinsky and Michigan State Senator Mallory McMorrow join for a very special episode of Hysteria. Mallory and Alyssa discuss Trump's systematic dismantling of the Department of Education, Lisa Murkowski's scathing read of the Republican Party, and their media diets. Then Monica shares behind-the-scenes stories from her new podcast and what reclaiming means to her. They wrap up with a petty rant about Usha Vance and a wholesome story of community coming together.USDA cancels $500M in food deliveries, leaving food banks scrambling (WaPo 3/24)Greenland's leader says US officials' visit is ‘highly aggressive.' Trump says it's ‘friendliness, not provocation' (CNN 3/24)GOP Senator Slams Republicans for Being “Afraid” of Elon Musk (The New Republic 3/19) Trump demands Maine governor apologize — or the state will face consequences (Politico 3/22) ‘A dark day' for American children: Trump issues order to kill the Department of Education (The 19th 3/20)

It’s almost peak bloom in Washington, D.C., which means it’s time for our annual cherry blossom celebration! But first, some federal funding news: Columbia University will give in to far-reaching demands by President Donald Trump to restore threatened federal funding. We’ll get into what kind of precedent the move sets for higher education. And, the U.S. Department of Agriculture will cancel $500 million in food deliveries. Rural food banks could be impacted most. Plus, we’ll play a blossom-themed round of Half Full/Half Empty! Here’s everything we talked about today: “Trump weighs in on report King Charles will offer U.S. Commonwealth membership” from The Independent “Columbia Yields to Trump in Battle Over Federal Funding” from The Wall Street Journal “USDA cancels $500M in food deliveries, leaving food banks scrambling” from The Washington Post “Ohio among best places to see cherry blossoms blooming. Here’s where” from The Columbus Dispatch “Cherry Blossom predictions are in! Will AI bloom or bust?” from George Mason University “Beyond the bud: How the nation’s pink trees became an indicator of changing climate” from WBAL “2025 National Cherry Blossom Festival set to boost DC tourism” from ABC7 News Donate to our March fundraiser to get classic public media thank-you gifts! https://support.marketplace.org/smart-sn