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Are you a small startup trying to compete with the big dogs? Well then this episode is for you.Tyler and Sterling sit down with Daniel Simon, co-founder of Bread (sold for $500M) who is now working on his next big startup: Coast, a fuel card and payment platform for companies that manage large fleets of vehicles.Daniel breaks down his learnings from his time at Bread, what he's doing differently now at Coast, and the important lessons he's learned from building successful companies in niches that are already dominated by large incumbents.Subscribe to never miss an episode!Chapters:(00:00:00) Intro(00:02:09) Disrupting Fleet-Centric Financial Services(00:05:20) Different vs. Better when competing with Incumbents(00:10:14) Customer Feedback for Product Innovation(00:16:34) Finding Partners for Capital Acquisition(00:21:07) How to Fundraise Effectively(00:24:03) Attracting Investors(00:26:38) Iterative Product Development through Sales Feedback--Check out Coast: coastpay.comThis episode was brought to you by Pelion, a VC firm based in Utah. Learn more about them here: pelionvp.com
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Brendan Foody is the Co-Founder and CEO @ Mercor, the fastest growing company in history. The company solves talent allocation in the AI economy and they have scaled from $1M to $500M in revenue in just 17 months. With a rumoured new funding round pricing the company at a whopping $10BN, the company has the likes of Benchmark, Felicis, Emergence, and of course, 20VC, all on their cap table. AGENDA: 04:34 Why My Mother Thought I Was Selling Drugs as a Kid 07:48 In The Time My Peers Graduated, I Created a $10BN Business; Is College Worth it? 10:27 Scale, Surge, Mercor, Turing: How Do Data Providers Differentiate 20:57 Scaling from $1M to $500M: We Quadrupled Since Scale was Acquired 33:43 Is There Too Much Cash in Private Markets? 34:55 Why Evaluation Benchmarks in AI are Total BS 35:44 Revenue Sustainability in AI Companies 36:48 Should Investors Give a S*** About Margins When Analysing AI Companies 40:46 The Future of AI Model Providers: Who Wins 45:58 You Cannot Create a $10BN Company without 9-9-6 Work Culture 48:56 We Literally Have Too Much Money, We Cannot Spend It… 52:36 Quick Fire Round: OpenAI vs Anthropic, Lessons from Peter Fenton and Jack Dorsey
We take a high-level look at where the next major opportunities in crypto may emerge, connecting developments in $NAT with broader market narratives. We begin with a deep dive into $NAT's latest progress and why its evolving role as a Bitcoin-native secondary subsidy could address long-term network sustainability—placing it in the same early-stage category as other innovations once dismissed before gaining mainstream adoption. We then shift to the surging ZORA ecosystem, now nearing a $500M market cap, and examine its structural parallels to earlier BASE projects like Virtuals. This leads us to $DOCKER—a $3M market cap asset designed to capture ecosystem upside through buyback-driven flywheels—mirroring the path that propelled $VADER to $100M+. By unpacking the economic models, token mechanics, and adoption curves at play, we highlight why these assets may offer asymmetric potential in the current market. Whether your interest lies in Bitcoin's evolving economic design or identifying high-conviction bets before they go mainstream, this discussion distills the signals from the noise to give you a clear strategic edge. Topics: First up, look at where the next major opportunities in crypto may emerge, connecting developments in $NAT with broader market narratives. Next, shift to the surging ZORA ecosystem, now nearing a $500M market cap, and examine its structural parallels to earlier BASE projects like Virtuals. and Finally, unpacking the economic models, token mechanics, and adoption curves at play Please like and subscribe on your favorite podcasting app! Sign up for a free newsletter: www.theblockrunner.com Follow us on: Youtube: https://bit.ly/TBlkRnnrYouTube Twitter: bit.ly/TBR-Twitter Telegram: bit.ly/TBR-Telegram Discord: bit.ly/TBR-Discord
Tips from trailblazing brands, strategies to captivate venture capitalists, the explosive growth of the RTD coffee category and much more. This packed episode features highlights from Taste Radio's Chicago meetup and an in-depth look at Nutrabolt's $200 million investment in Bloom Nutrition. The hosts also dive into the next wave of coffee innovation and examine whether energy or indulgence is driving consumer demand. Show notes: 0:25: DO Buy? Ninety Seconds. ‘Bolt & Bloom. A Tost. Coffee Talk. No Pistachio? – The hosts revisit Taste Radio's Chicago meetup and preview upcoming events in San Diego and San Francisco, reminding listeners how easy it is to register. The conversation turns to Nutrabolt's increased investment in Bloom Nutrition and how smaller, fast-growing brands are leveraging relationships with “mini-strategics” rather than selling to giants like PepsiCo or Coca-Cola. They also spotlight non-alcoholic sparkling wine alternative Tost and its recent funding round, before discussing the evolving RTD coffee market and the challenges of standing out in a highly customizable and saturated category. John and Mike highlight Oat Haus' “Dubai Chocolate” granola butter and Jacqui praises Narra's ube vanilla oat milk latte. 27:53: Interviews from Taste Radio's Chicago Meetup – We kick things off with Chomps co-founder and CEO Rashid Ali, who reveals how a $6,500 investment grew into a meat snack empire through smart e-commerce and a customer-first mindset. He's followed by Ingredion's Adams Berzins, who explores the future of sugar reduction and Mollye Santilli of Springdale Ventures, who talks about the investment firm's emphasis on funding culturally resonant, community-driven brands. Brian Rosen of InvestBev detailed his $500M fund's strategic approach to scaling beverage companies, and Hoste Cocktails' Jordan Tepper shared how his premium cocktail brand pivoted during the pandemic. We wrap with SoRSE's Michael Flemings, who explains how brands can navigate the complex cannabis beverage space with a commitment to safety and education. Brands in this episode: Chomps, Hoste Cocktails, C4, Bloom Nutrition, Alani Nu, Celsius, Peet's Coffee, Stumptown Coffee, Intelligentsia, Tost, Laurel's Coffee, Wandering Bear, Chamberlain Coffee, Nguyen Coffee Supply, Rise Brewing Co., Starbucks, Throne Sport Coffee, Happy Coffee, RIP Cold Brew, Beekeeper Coffee, Projo, OatHaus, Narra, Funkytown Brewing, Goodles, Vitaminwater, Bai, Poppi, Begyle Brewing, Spiteful Brewing, Lucky Energy, Apologue, JuneShine, Siempre Tequila, Cann, Nomadica
In this Bite-sized Screw It Just DO It episode, I revisit my conversation with Richard Reed, co-founder of Innocent Drinks, who sold the smoothie brand to Coca-Cola for over $500 million. Richard shares how Innocent started as three friends selling smoothies at festivals and grew into Europe's leading healthy drinks company without a master plan or exit strategy. He explains why mission and friendship mattered more than chasing returns, how resilience carried them through setbacks like 2008, and why Jam Jar Investments was launched just 48 hours after selling Innocent to support the next wave of UK founders. This episode is a direct look at scaling a brand, surviving challenges, and giving back to the startup ecosystem.Key Takeaways:Growth often comes without a master plan—execution matters more than theoryMission-driven businesses outlast founder-driven onesResilience is key, even when setbacks wipe out years of progressFriendship and shared values can sustain a founding team for the long haulSupporting other entrepreneurs is as important as building your own success
Blair tells the story of recreation.gov and how its performance pay deal has been nothing but wins for every party involved, with plenty of lessons for buyers and sellers of all kinds of services. LINKS "Performance Pay Leads to a $500M Website" by Blair Enns for winwithoutpitching.com Recreation.gov
➡️ Like this episode? Leave a review here: RateThisPodcast.com/commondenominatorWhat happens after you sell your company for $500 million?For Yosef Martin, founder of BoxyCharm, the exit was just the beginning. After scaling one of the fastest-growing beauty subscription brands in the world, he found himself facing a different challenge—reinventing his identity, finding purpose, and building a life beyond business.I sat down with Yosef to unpack the mindset, momentum, and discipline behind his $500M journey—and what it really takes to grow something big, walk away, and start again with even more clarity.In this episode of Common Denominator, I unpack:- How BoxyCharm scaled to 1M+ subscribers and beat legacy giants- The mindset shifts Yosef made going from founder to post-exit- The tactical playbook behind his $500M growth strategy- Why he's now betting on peptides, biohacking, and human optimizationTimestamps:00:00 Introduction 02:00 The Journey Begins: From Israel to Entrepreneurship03:01 Building BoxyCharm: The Subscription Box Revolution06:04 Navigating Challenges: The Rollercoaster of Business Growth09:09 The Exit: Selling BoxyCharm and Life After11:59 The Next Chapter: Biohacking and New Ventures14:59 Investing in Startups: What to Look For17:48 Gratitude and Reflection: Lessons LearnedFollow Yosef: https://www.instagram.com/yflmartin/?hl=enCommon Denominator PodcastWebsite: https://moshepopack.com/podcast/YouTube: http://youtube.com/mpopackInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mpopackFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoshePopackNewsletter: https://moshepopack.com/newsletter/
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Our 220th episode with a summary and discussion of last week's big AI news! Recorded on 08/30/2025 Check out Andrey's work over at Astrocade , sign up to be an ambassador here Hosted by Andrey Kurenkov and co-hosted by Daniel Bashir Feel free to email us your questions and feedback at contact@lastweekinai.com and/or hello@gladstone.ai Read out our text newsletter and comment on the podcast at https://lastweekin.ai/ In this episode: Google's newly released Gemini 2.5 image editing model showcases remarkable advancements, enabling highly accurate modifications of subjects while retaining their original features. Anthropic expands Claude with an AI browser agent for Chrome and adds features to remember past conversations, enhancing the user experience and personalization. NVIDIA and AMD to share revenue from AI chip sales to China with US government, marking a notable shift in export control policies and trade practices. AI companion apps are experiencing substantial growth, with projected revenues expected to reach $120 million by 2025, raising questions about social implications and user engagement. Timestamps + Links: Tools & Apps (00:02:12) Google Gemini's AI image model gets a 'bananas' upgrade | TechCrunch (00:05:32) Anthropic launches a Claude AI agent that lives in Chrome | TechCrunch (00:08:30) Anthropic's Claude chatbot can now remember your past conversations | The Verge (00:11:46) Google Launches AI ‘Guided Learning' Tool to Teach Users (00:14:55) Apple Intelligence's ChatGPT integration will use GPT-5 starting with iOS 26 | The Verge (00:15:39) OpenAI Adds New Features to Codex, Like IDE Extension and GitHub Code Reviews Applications & Business (00:16:49) Lovable projects $1B in ARR within next 12 months | TechCrunch (00:18:56) Decart hits $3.1 billion valuation on $100 million raise to power real-time interacti | Ctech (00:20:19) Cohere raises $500M to beat back generative AI rivals | TechCrunch (00:21:25) Pony AI, Nearing Full-Year Robotaxi Goal, Eyes European Markets - Bloomberg (00:22:41) Co-founder of Elon Musk's xAI departs the company | TechCrunch Projects & Open Source (00:24:39) Meta AI Just Released DINOv3: A State-of-the-Art Computer Vision Model Trained with Self-Supervised Learning, Generating High-Resolution Image Features - MarkTechPost (00:27:02) GLM-4.5: Agentic, Reasoning, and Coding (ARC) Foundation Models (00:29:49) China's DeepSeek Releases V3.1, Boosting AI Model's Capabilities - Bloomberg (00:30:36) Open weight LLMs exhibit inconsistent performance across providers (00:32:02) Microsoft Released VibeVoice-1.5B: An Open-Source Text-to-Speech Model that can Synthesize up to 90 Minutes of Speech with Four Distinct Speakers - MarkTechPost Research & Advancements (00:33:43) Deep Think with Confidence (00:36:30) Generative AI reshapes U.S. job market, Stanford study shows Policy & Safety (00:41:42) Inside the US Government's Unpublished Report on AI Safety | WIRED (00:44:10) U.S. Government to Take Cut of Nvidia and AMD A.I. Chip Sales to China - The New York Times (00:45:13) Anthropic Settles High-Profile AI Copyright Lawsuit Brought by Book Authors (00:46:56) AI companion apps on track to pull in $120M in 2025 | TechCrunch
The 10 Minute Personal Brand Kickstart (FREE): https://the505podcast.courses/personalbrandkickstartWhat's up, Rock Nation! Today we're joined by Christian Guzman — fitness YouTuber, entrepreneur, and founder of Alphalete, Alphaland, and 3D Energy. His creator-led brands have generated over half a billion dollars in revenue.Christian shares how he went from sleeping on a futon in a failing gym to building Alphaland, and the hard lessons most people miss behind the $500M headlines - from chasing top-line revenue at the expense of profit, to nearly losing it all during Alphaland's buildout, to why the right hires matter more than more hires.We also dive into what creators misunderstand about building a brand, why influencer marketing is fading, and why YouTube is still king. If you want the blueprint for scaling beyond content and turning vision into a business, this one's for you.Check out Christian here:https://www.instagram.com/christianguzmanfitness/https://www.youtube.com/ @guzmanchristian https://www.instagram.com/alphalete/SUSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER: https://the505podcast.ac-page.com/rock-reportThe Creator Pricing Guide - The No BS Guide to Pricing Your Creative ServicesCoupon Code: ROCKNATION10 gets you $10 off at checkout for the bouldershttps://courses.the505podcast.com/pricing-guideJoin our Discord! https://discord.gg/xgEAzkqAvsMore Free Products:Our 5 Positioning Tips to Land Bigger Clients (FREE): https://the505podcast.courses/5positioningtips 6 Questions to ask on Every Sales Call (FREE): https://the505podcast.courses/6questionsfordiscoverycallCOP THE BFIGGY "ESSENTIALS" SFX PACK HERE: https://courses.the505podcast.com/BFIGGYSFXPACKKG Presets Vol. 1https://www.kostasgarcia.com/store-1/p/kglightroompresetsKostas' Amazon Storefront:https://amzn.to/3GhId2515% OFF Prism Lens FX with code: KOSTAS15https://bit.ly/42sNdejTimestamps: 0:00 - Intro1:29 - What makes creator brands scale vs. flop2:22 - Separating from the brand4:47 - Revenue isn't everything6:06 - Christian had no one to turn to for advice7:53 - Dealing with ego10:45 - Christian's biggest lesson in business11:50 - The power of A player hires15:13 - Personal Brand Kickstart15:39 - The dangers of being a checklist CEO16:47 - Christian's biggest hire to date18:55 - Why Christian doesn't ask for advice21:29 - Alphalete's infrastructure24:40 - Bringing a team inhouse26:37 - Getting people bought into your vision28:11 - You lose everything tomorrow, how do you build back up31:58 - Why YouTube will win33:48 - Why Christian started a completely new YouTube channel35:50 - The goal post is constantly moving38:46 - Influencer marketing is changing42:30 - Building a brand takes longer than you think44:47 - Christian's biggest rick47:53 - Buying the Alphalete property during covid49:27 - How Adderall affected Christian51:43 - Customer Acquisition for Alphaland vs Alphalete54:52 - What people don't understand about building a brand in 202556:45 - Content is the #1 most important needle mover58:39 - Christian's YouTube strategy1:00:28 - How Alphalete's first package shaped everything1:02:55 - How Christian handles messed up clothing1:04:50 - Being obsessed with the details1:05:30 - Alphalete's first women drop1:08:01 - The decision to do women's clothing1:09:18 - What happens when inventory sits in storage1:10:39 - Holding inventory costs money1:11:44 - Chasing Gym Shark1:13:35 - The drop style business model1:15:09 - When to bring back old styles1:16:39 - Separating Alphalete Women's vs Men's1:19:56 - Summer Shredding1:23:07 - The response to Summer Shredding from the Body Building community1:25:11 - How Summer Shredding has evolved1:25:53 - Getting 3D back1:27:31 - How to start an energy drink brand1:30:01 - Re-introducing 3D to the world1:30:34 - The pricing strategy of $2 per can1:32:43 - Pitching 3D1:34:45 - Christian's time management1:38:28 - Christian's new training style1:40:13 - Christian hypes you up1:43:57 - How to build strength1:45:48 - Christian's in the best shape of his life1:46:41 - Running a marathon1:49:46 - Goals outside of fitness1:51:41 - Finding balance1:53:24 - Gaining clarity in your 30s1:56:22 - How to refuel from burnout1:57:50 - Advice to your 18 year old selfIf you liked this episode please send it to a friend and take a screenshot for your story! And as always, we'd love to hear from you guys on what you'd like to hear us talk about or potential guests we should have on. DM US ON IG: (Our DM's are always open!) Bfiggy: https://www.instagram.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.instagram.com/kostasg95/ TikTok:Bfiggy: https://www.tiktok.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.tiktok.com/kostasgarcia/
Why is it so hard to stop overthinking, catastrophizing, or self-sabotaging? “Ang tigas ng ulo ko,” we say as we keep repeating mistakes and get in our own way, so it can feel like our own brain is own worst enemy. But when you understand how your brain works and how to rewire it in a way that helps you, your brain can be your most powerful ally.A TikTok educreator with over 234,000 followers and 2.8M likes, Kia is a globally certified professional neuroplastician (one of only 30+ in the world) and a communication strategist with over ten years of experience in human-centered, brain-based marketing and communication. The founder of Brave Creatives and Brave Creators Lab, she has helped generate over $500M in results for clients from micro-entrepreneurs to global brands.For any collaboration, brand partnership, and campaign run inquiries, e-mail us at info@thepodnetwork.com.
Nick Hodge, Co-Owner of Digest Publishing and editor of Foundational Profits and Hodge Family Office, joins me for a longer-format discussion on and the macroeconomic themes and fundamental drivers that that are continuing to push the purchasing power of the US dollar down and most other asset classes higher. Nick shares how he has been successfully “buying the dip” in gold, silver, copper, rare earths, uranium, and lithium stocks. We start off reviewing how the US fiscal policy and the Fed's upcoming monetary policy is leading to a weaker US dollar, which has been a key tailwind to US equities, cryptos, and the commodities sectors. Nick points out that the “Fed is not your friend,” and that the coming rate cuts will be further debasing the dollar's purchasing power, which is going to send real assets higher in response. We review the impacts of the back-to-back Biden and Trump administration large fiscal policy bills, that increased the national debt burden, which has been a boon to the precious metals sector, as a hedge against fiscal malfeasance and as a way to protect purchasing power. Many of the government fiscal bills passed the last few years have had provisions in them for accelerating the development of nuclear power infrastructure and uranium mining, and they have provisions included to fund boosting domestic supplies and refinement of critical minerals like rare earths, antimony, tungsten, copper, lithium, and many other strategic critical minerals. We discuss how all this attention at the federal level in the US and in many nations abroad is bringing in new investors to resource investing. With regards to the precious metals, Nick has continued building up positions in quality explorers through private placements, as well as buying larger companies with exposure to rising gold and silver prices on pullbacks. He noted the example of picking up a position in Royal Gold, Inc. (NASDAQ: RGLD), during the corrective move that played out after their announcement of the acquisition of Sandstorm Gold. Next we got into the longer-term structural supply demand fundamentals underlying the copper market, and that it has been in an upward trajectory for the last handful of years. When the recent volatility from the initial reaction to the copper tariffs to the reversal back down once there was more clarity around what precisely would get tariffs, Nick took the opportunity to exit his domestic copper producer position in Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (NYSE: FCX). He chose instead to then position back outside of the US via buying the dip in Ivanhoe Mines (TSX: IVN) (OTCQX: IVPAF), after it pulled down on some short-duration challenges. He also flagged his recent private placement into the earlier-stage prospect generator, Kincora Copper Limited (TSXV: KCC) (ASX: KCC), with exploration properties looking for copper and gold porphyries in Australia. The conversation then turns to growing generalist interest in the rare earths sector in particular, especially after the recent Department of Defense investment into MP Materials Corp. (NYSE: MP) as a key stakeholder, but also providing them a floor on their Neodymium products, and agreeing to be a buyer future magnet production. Then, shortly thereafter, Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL) made a $500M investment into MP Materials to accelerate and help fund the future development of a permanent magnet recycling plant in Texas. Nick points to CoTec Holdings Corp. (TSXV:CTH)(OTCQB:CTHCF), as another company poised to start recycling permanent magnets, also in Texas. Additionally, he highlights the heavy rare earth production capacity increasing from Energy Fuels Inc. (TSX: EFR) (NYSE American: UUUU). We reviewed the news out this week of the MOU between Energy Fuels and Vulcan Elements, focused on ex-China high-purity "light" and "heavy" rare earth oxides for production of rare earth permanent magnets in the United States, using high-purity NdPr and Dy oxides refined in Utah. This transitioned the discussion to the volatile year, to the upside and downside, in the nuclear and uranium stocks, and Nick pointed out the good opportunities to buy the dip in the sector throughout this year on pullbacks. In addition to the positive response from the multiple executive orders and fiscal bills passed surrounding nuclear power and the nuclear fuel cycle, Nick highlights that companies like Uranium Energy Corp (NYSE American: UEC) and Anfield Energy Inc. (TSX.V: AEC) (OTCQB: ANLDF) were both approved for federal fast-track permitting. Nick also highlights his recent participation in the private placement financing for North Shore Uranium Ltd. (TSXV:NSU), and how he's done well with this management team in the past on other companies, why he finds the current project fundamentals compelling. Wrapping up we got into how even the lithium space has presented a “buy the dip” moment recently, and that both the underlying metals price and the related equities have bounced and started a trajectory higher. Nick revisits the case for a company he's done quite well in during the prior cycle, Patriot Battery Metals Inc. (TSX: PMET) (ASX: PMT) (OTCQX: PMETF), as well as the value proposition for a new private placement he just participated in with Lion Rock Resources Inc. (TSXV: ROAR) (OTCQB: LRRIF). Click here to follow Nick's analysis and publications over at Digest Publishing
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news Bitcoin is up slightly at $111,320 Eth is up slightly at $4,615 XRP, is down slightly at $2.99 Google Cloud's blockchain reaches private testnet CFTC down to one commissioner MetaMask rolls out social login Trump Media, crypto.com, Yorkville team up for CRO strategy Numerai secures $500M from JPMorgan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After a summer podcasting break, Jim Joyce and I are back and on this episode of #TheShot of #DigitalHealth Therapy, we finally cornered the legendary Erik de Heus, CEO of SkinVision (yes, only 173 episodes in… shame on us). From biking along Amsterdam canals to catching curveballs in Dutch baseball, to scaling energy startups and now leading SkinVision, Erik's story is a mix of persistence, humility, and “just follow your dream” wisdom. If you've ever wondered how a kid bossing his friends on the playground ends up building digital health business that catch melanoma early and save lives at scale - this one's for you. Fun mentions as always: Steve Seuntjens HLTH Inc. Martin Kelly ⧉ 00:00 – 02:00 | Opening banter – Jim & Eugene finally get Erik on the mic. ⧉ 02:00 – 06:00 | Early career & HP days – Amsterdam to California and back. ⧉ 06:00 – 09:00 | Childhood & sports – Football, baseball, and bossing friends. ⧉ 10:00 – 15:00 | Energy startup journey – From inception to €500M revenue. ⧉ 15:00 – 20:00 | Scaling challenges – Processes, people, and persistence. ⧉ 22:00 – 28:00 | Philips DirectLife – Competing with Fitbit + coaching layer. ⧉ 30:00 – 33:00 | Birth of PHS Capital – Early digital health investing. ⧉ 34:00 – 41:00 | SkinVision origins – Melanoma detection at scale. ⧉ 42:00 – 47:00 | Aligning incentives – Insurance, NHS, and consumer trust. ⧉ 47:00 – 54:00 | Erik's advice & future vision – Follow your dream, validate the problem.
Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@DrTazMD/podcastsWhat if everything you've been told about your body is based on male biology?In this paradigm-shifting episode of Hol+, Dr. Taz MD sits down with Alisa Vitti, best-selling author, functional nutrition pioneer, and creator of the Cycle Syncing Method, to expose the second biological clock every woman has… and why ignoring it may be wrecking your hormones, energy, and mood.While most health advice is built around the 24-hour circadian rhythm, Alisa reveals the overlooked 28-day infradian rhythm that governs everything from metabolism to immunity to brain function in women. By aligning with your unique hormonal cycle, you can reduce PMS, prevent early menopause, optimize fertility, and reclaim your vitality, without pills or guesswork.This episode is for every woman who's ever felt “off” and been told it's just in her head.Alisa discusses: • Why fasting, keto, and HIIT may backfire for women • The four phases of your cycle—and how to thrive in each one • How to eat, move, and rest based on your hormonal shifts • The hidden epidemic of early menopause (and how to prevent it) • What happened when she ate more and lost 20 pounds • Why syncing with your cycle leads to stronger metabolism, better moods, and vibrant healthWhether you're struggling with fatigue, hormonal chaos, or simply want to optimize your health as a woman, this conversation will transform the way you approach your body—and your power.Topics Covered:• The Infradian Rhythm: The female biological clock no one talks about• What “cycle syncing” really means (and how to start)• The hormonal impact of stress, sugar, and overtraining• Why most fitness and diet trends fail women• Blood sugar, insulin, and cortisol in female health• How to reverse early menopause and support longevity• Real talk on HRT, PCOS, fertility, and postpartum healingAbout Alisa VittiAlisa Vitti is a femtech trailblazer, female biohacking pioneer, visionary functional nutrition expert, author, and advocate for women's hormonal health and gender equality in research. Having overcome her own hormonal struggles, she is a trusted and loved icon in the women's health space. She has written 2 bestselling and beloved books- WomanCode and In the FLO. She is the creator of the game changing Cycle Syncing Method® which has become a global viral wellness movement on social with 500M #cyclesyncing. She founded FLO Living to provide natural hormone support for women from their first period to their last via its digital dietary therapeutic support via its top ranked and patented hormone care app MyFLO and supplements.Stay ConnectedConnect further to Hol+ at https://holplus.co/- Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of hol+.Subscribe to the audio podcast: https://holplus.transistor.fm/subscribeSubscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@DrTazMD/podcastsFollow Dr. Taz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtazmd/https://www.instagram.com/liveholplus/Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/@drtazmdTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drtazmdFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drtazmd/Follow Alisa Vitti on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alisa.vitti/Host & Production TeamHost: Dr. Taz; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Lead Producer: Lauren Feighan; Editors: Jeremiah Schultz and Patrick Edwards)Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of hol+00:00 The Hidden Rhythm Impacting Women's Health02:12 Circadian vs. Infradian Rhythm Explained05:52 Understanding the Four Phases13:39 Why Early Menopause is Rising16:45 Alisa's Cycle-Syncing Lifestyle21:06 Why Women Don't Rest Anymore24:10 How to Eat for Hormonal Balance27:00 Pre-Workout Nutrition for Women33:12 The Hormone Health Crisis34:46 Eating More to Weigh Less36:13 Strength Training Through the Cycle
News and Updates: Australia will ban social media accounts for anyone under 16 starting December 10, making it the first country to enact such a rule. The law, passed with 77% public support, puts enforcement on tech companies and aims to boost youth mental health, though teens and advocates argue it removes spaces for connection rather than fixing harmful features. The U.S. autonomous vehicle industry is stuck in limbo after Elon Musk's DOGE initiative gutted the Office of Automation Safety. Without regulators to set standards or grant exemptions, companies face delays and legal uncertainty. Lawmakers now urge DOT to rehire staff to untangle the mess. The FAA proposed a sweeping rule to allow drones to fly beyond visual line of sight at altitudes up to 400 feet. If approved, it would expand commercial uses such as deliveries, agriculture, and surveying. Amazon and Walmart already have FAA drone delivery approval, but safety and airspace restrictions remain. SpaceX is pressuring states to divert federal broadband grants from fiber to Starlink, calling fiber “wasteful.” In Louisiana, 91.5% of $500M in BEAD funds went to fiber, while Starlink only received $7.75M. SpaceX claims bias, but state officials cite fiber's scalability and satellite limitations. Internal documents show SpaceX has paid little to no federal income tax since its 2002 founding, despite billions in government contracts. Nearly $5.4B in accumulated tax losses let the company indefinitely shield future profits, thanks to a 2017 Trump tax change. Critics say the break was meant for struggling startups, not thriving contractors. England's National Drought Group urged citizens to delete old emails to conserve water as the country faces its worst drought since 1976. Data centers use vast water supplies for cooling—Google's Oregon site consumed 355M gallons in 2021. The call highlights growing tension between AI/data infrastructure and local water security.
President Trump meets with the National Guard in Washington DC; a New York appellate court kills a ridiculous $500 million civil fraud penalty against Trump; and the Trump FBI raids former Trump advisor John Bolton. Click here to join the member-exclusive portion of my show: https://bit.ly/3WDjgHE Ep.2265 - - - Facts Don't Care About Your Feelings - - - DailyWire+: Join millions of people who still believe in truth, courage, and common sense at https://DailyWirePlus.com My new book, “Lions and Scavengers,” drops September 2nd—pre-order today at https://dailywire.com/benshapiro Get your Ben Shapiro merch here: https://bit.ly/3TAu2cw - - - Today's Sponsors: Perplexity - Ask anything at https://pplx.ai/benshapiro and try out their new AI-powered web browser Comet at https://comet.perplexity.ai/. Pique Life - Go to https://Piquelife.com/SHAPIRO to get 20% off for life + a free rechargeable frother and glass beaker with your Pu'er Bundle. Cookunity - Go to https://www.cookunity.com/benfree for Free Premium Meals for Life. Thanks to CookUnity for supporting the show! PragerU - Donate today at https://PragerU.com/DW and help push back against radical indoctrination. All donations will be TRIPLE MATCHED. Helix Sleep - Go to https://helixsleep.com/ben for an exclusive offer. - - - Socials: Follow on Twitter: https://bit.ly/3cXUn53 Follow on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3QtuibJ Follow on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3TTirqd Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3RPyBiB - - - Privacy Policy: https://www.dailywire.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kash Patel sent a direct order down the pipe to raid John Bolton's home this morning. What does this mean for the deep state? Also: Trump hilariously thanks and welcomes DC's law enforcement in Trump fashion. Unauthorized immigrant population hit record 14M in 2023: Pew analysis https://www.axios.com/2025/08/21/unauthorized-immigrants-record-2023 Trump administration is reviewing all 55 million foreigners with US visas for any violations https://apnews.com/article/trump-visas-deportations-068ad6cd5724e7248577f17592327ca4 Trump's massive $500M civil fraud fine in AG Tish James' case thrown out by NY appeals court https://nypost.com/2025/08/21/us-news/trumps-massive-500m-civil-fraud-fine-in-ag-tish-james-case-thrown-out-by-ny-appeals-court/ Sponsors: Home Title Lock - https://hometitlelock.com/vince Code: Vince Patriot Mobile - https://patriotmobile.com/Vince Beam - https://shopbeam.com/VINCESHOW code: Vinceshow Fast Growing Trees - https://Fastgrowingtrees.com Code: Vince Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Trump's Legal Victory in New York The New York Court of Appeals overturned a $500+ million judgment against Donald Trump. The hosts argue this was a politically motivated case by NY Attorney General Letitia James. They claim the penalty violated the Eighth Amendment (excessive fines) and due process. Democratic Party Voter Registration Decline Citing a New York Times analysis, the hosts discuss a significant drop in Democratic voter registration across all 30 states that track it. They interpret this as a sign of disillusionment with Democratic policies and leadership. Interview with Senator Eric Schmitt Promoting his book The Last Line of Defense: How to Beat the Left in Court. Discusses legal battles against COVID mandates, censorship, DEI/ESG policies, and the Biden administration. Shares behind-the-scenes stories, including depositions of Anthony Fauci and FBI officials. Biden’s Autopen Pardons Controversy Allegations that President Biden delegated pardon decisions to staff using an autopen. DOJ officials reportedly raised concerns about legality and transparency. Hosts argue this undermines the constitutional authority of the presidency. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshow #autopen #pardon #SenatorEricSchmitt #NewYorkCourtofAppeals #Trump #PresidentTrump #AnthonyFauci #TheLastLineofDefenseHowtoBeattheLeftinCourt #DonaldTrumpYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Phil, Tate, & Mary are joined by Mike Crispi to discuss Trump winning as an appeals court throws out his $500 million fine in the NY fraud case, Marco Rubio announcing the us has halted issuing visas for truck drivers, the Trump administration reviewing the visas of 55 million people, and DC crime plummeting amid federal takeover of the city. Hosts: Phil @PhilThatRemains (X) Tate @RealTateBrown (X) Mary @popculturecrisis (everywhere) Serge @SergeDotCom (everywhere) Guest: Mike Crispi @MikeCrispi (X)
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Although his comedic talents span the range of current events across the political spectrum, Brent Pella hit the cultural version of a nuclear reactor when he started writing jokes about new age spirituality, conspiracy theories, and human optimization. His videos have gained 500M+ views online, and he was recently named a "Creator to Watch" by the New York Comedy Festival. His debut comedy special, “Conscious Bro” is live on YouTube now. In this conversation, we dove into Brent's past. He told the story of his first open mic, rapping at UC Santa Barbara, and why, despite the devil on his shoulder, he feels politically homeless. This one originally went live a few months back, and I figured it was worth a repost. If you dig this podcast, will you please leave a short review on Apple Podcasts? It takes less than 60 seconds and makes a difference when I drop to my knees and beg hard-to-get guests on the show. I read them all. You can watch this podcast on my YouTube channel and join my newsletter on Substack. It's glorious. Get full access to Kyle Thiermann at thiermann.substack.com/subscribe
Guest: Scott Leese — Fractional CRO, 12 unicorns, 13 exits, six-time sales leader, five-time founder, three-time author, major LinkedIn community builder, newsletter publisher, and creator of multiple businesses. Early Days & First Hustles Grew up in a non-entrepreneurial household; sold baseball cards as a kid, had entrepreneurial “side hustles” in college. Spent much of his 20s battling and recovering from a life-threatening illness. Four years hospitalized, nine surgeries, struggled with painkiller addiction, read hundreds of books — which planted the seeds for future business curiosity. How He Got Into Sales & Startups First tech sales job at 27, encouraged by a friend who noticed Scott's resilience, competitiveness, and leadership. Sales led to VP/CRO roles at high-growth startups, where Scott built and scaled revenue teams, eventually leading to multiple exits and unicorn valuations. Lessons on Sales as a Career Sales is a pure meritocracy: “If you produce, you get paid. If you don't, you're cut — just like athletics.” Outproducing others shouldn't just lead to the same pay — sales rewards top performers more than most fields. Why Just Being a High-Paid Employee Isn't Enough Even top execs at successful startups rarely see transformational wealth (example: after a $500M+ exit, the founder gets $20M+, a C-suite leader gets $500K). True wealth comes from moving from “employed” to “owner” — writing books, building communities, conferences, consulting, investing in real estate, launching multiple income streams. The Coming Disruption & Opportunity from AI The rise of AI means most entry-level sales/tech/white-collar jobs will disappear or change radically. The era of corporate security is ending; individuals must think entrepreneurially, diversify income, own their brand, and quickly adapt. Future sales: Only high-level, complex, relationship-driven roles will survive; all “boiler room”/transactional sales will be automated or handled by agents. As commerce increasingly digitizes, the most acute personal/professional needs will be (1) “inner work” (purpose, mental/spiritual health) and (2) experiences/community. Optimism & The New Wave Exponential growth in personalized medicine & health/longevity businesses (AI-powered diagnostics, genetic-driven treatment, biohacking). Massive new opportunities for anything that promotes genuine human connection or personal growth (retreats, mastermind events, experiential learning, spiritual/purpose-driven work). In an automated world, experiences and community will be more valuable (and defensible) than ever. Scott's Personal Projects & Where to Connect https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottleese/
My head hurts. Today in Bizarro America 2025, Bobby Kennedy Jr. becomes the government PHARMA pimp and Peter Hotez plays the anti-vaxxer. The complete inversion of roles is something to behold and highly demoralizing, to be honest. But what about this ‘new universal vaccine’? Sasha Latypova calls it the ‘All One & Done Kill Shot’ in a recent piece warning of serious problems with the new MAHA endorsed product. ALSO - today we will talk about preparedness in a special sponsored segment with the awesome Brett Miller, CEO of Galileyo Inc! Thank you to The Satellite Phone Store for helping America to be independent AND prepared! The Satellite Phone Store has EVERYTHING you need when the POWER goes OUT. Use the promo code JOY for 10% off your entire order TODAY! www.SAT123.com/Joy We discuss this and more today on The Shannon Joy Show. WATCH LIVE HERE: https://rumble.com/c/TheShannonJoyShow Shannon’s Top Headlines, August 20, 2025: Peter Hotez Anti Vaxxer? https://x.com/ShannonJoyRadio/status/1958505773429829886 NEW Bill - The GRACE ACT Seeks T0 Bring Religious Exemptions to Vaccination Back to All 50 States! https://childrenshealthdefense.org/community/support-the-grace-act-bring-religious-exemptions-to-vaccination-back-to-all-50-states/ Human Antennas? When 6G is released, humans will function as walking power sources: https://www.smartmeters.news/2023-01-10-6g-humans-function-walking-power-source-antennas.html# The Trump Digital Control Grid: https://solari.com/trump-administration-digital-control-grid-coming-together-at-high-speed/ Where is $500M for Pandemic Preparedness going? A sober take on HHS terminating 22 mRNA projects with BARDA https://sashalatypova.substack.com/p/sober-reading-of-hhs-press-release SJ Show Notes: Please support Shannon’s independent network with your donation HERE: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=MHSMPXEBSLVT Support Our Sponsors: The best medicine is chronic GOOD health and achieving it naturally. It’s why my family uses Native Path Collagen every day! Go to getnativepathcollagen.com/joy today to claim your EXCLUSIVE 45% off deal before it’s gone. Protect your retirement today with GOLD. Click HERE today to get started and see if you qualify for $7500 in free silver! Go to www.colonialmetalsgroup.com/joy Please consider Dom Pullano of PCM & Associates! He has been Shannon’s advisor for over a decade and would love to help you grow! Call his toll free number today: 1-800-536-1368 or visit his website at https://www.pcmpullano.com
0:30 - NY appeals court sets aside $500M fine 16:08 - BLM Brandon's panic attacks 35:38 - Rhode Island Assistant AG Devon Hogan Flanagan arrested for trespassing 54:41 - Fitzgerald settles with NU 01:11:20 - Illinois Trucking Association Executive Director Matthew Hart on efforts to close loopholes that open the door for illegal immigrants to get commercial driver’s license. For more on the Illinois Trucking Association iltrucking.org 01:32:02 - American economist, author, professor, and co-director of the Program on the American Economy and Globalization at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University, Don Boudreaux, talks trade, tariffs and beyond. Check out Don’s blog at cafehayek.com 01:48:34 - Jonathan Alpert, psychotherapist practicing in New York and Washington, tackles Therapy’s Identity Politics Problem and breaks down the Mamdani supporter. Jonathan’s book Therapy Nation releases next year 02:06:36 - Open Mic Friday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: Cracker Barrel shares plummet after pushback on new logo, brand refresh Trump’s massive $500M civil fraud fine in AG Tish James’ case thrown out by NY appeals court CNN: The US undocumented immigrant population reached a record in 2023 Trump admin to review all 55 million US legal immigrants to see if they should be deported Rubio says worker visas for commercial truck drivers paused effective immediately Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Friday, August 22, 2025 / 5 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome back to another jam-packed episode of Tank Talks! Host Matt Cohen is joined by John Ruffolo to break down the biggest headlines shaping Canada's business, tech, and financial future. From the $12.3B privatization of Dayforce, to the Canadian government's long-overdue embrace of AI startups, and the urgent debate over stablecoins and financial sovereignty, this episode dives deep into the forces reshaping Canada's economy.Whether you're a founder, investor, or policy watcher, you don't want to miss this candid conversation on where Canada is winning and where we risk falling dangerously behind.Dayforce Acquired in $12.3B Mega Sale (01:15)Matt and John unpack Thoma Bravo's $12.3 billion acquisition of Dayforce, Canada's largest private tech buyout in history. They discuss why HR software has become a hot consolidation market, the risks of Canadian management talent shifting south, and what this deal signals for the future of SaaS valuations.The Rise of Tender Offers & Canva's $42B Valuation (06:01)With Canva's latest employee tender round oversubscribed, John and Matt explore why private markets remain so frothy, how valuation gaps compare to IPOs like Figma's, and what it means for Canadian scale-ups eyeing liquidity.AI Funding Frenzy: Cohere's $500M Raise & Government Partnership (07:30)Canadian AI champion Cohere announced a $500M round at a $6.8B valuation and a landmark MOU with the federal government. John and Matt debate whether government procurement can finally support Canadian AI companies and if AI cost curves are sustainable as token prices plummet.The AI Economics Debate: Infrastructure vs. Applications (10:05)With LLM costs dropping and cloud providers cashing in, John and Matt analyze whether the money in AI will flow to infrastructure giants like Nvidia and Microsoft, or to niche application-layer startups battling against the incumbents.Google's AI Energy Report & The Sustainability Question (13:24)Google claims its Gemini models are 33x more efficient than last year. John questions whether those numbers hold up at scale and what AI's true carbon footprint means for global adoption.China's Stablecoin Push & The Threat to Canadian Sovereignty (15:14)China moves toward approving yuan-backed stablecoins, while the US doubles down on dollar-backed alternatives. John warns that Canada's silence on stablecoin policy risks losing monetary sovereignty, while Matt predicts US dollar stablecoins could eclipse the Canadian dollar within a decade.Why Canadian Entrepreneurs Need “Team Canada” Capital (21:06)Drawing from his recent Substack essay, Chasing the Tornado, John argues that Canada's biggest risk is capital providers sitting on the sidelines. He calls for pensions, banks, and family offices to invest in sovereign businesses before Canada loses control of key industries.Walking Again with AI-Powered Robotics (23:47)On a personal note, John shares his inspiring first steps in a robotic exoskeleton built by Human in Motion Robotics. He describes how AI-driven rehab tech could transform mobility for millions and why this Canadian innovation deserves global attention.Connect with John Ruffolo on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/joruffoloConnect with Matt Cohen on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/matt-cohen1Visit the Ripple Ventures website: https://www.rippleventures.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tanktalks.substack.com
The FBI has raided John Bolton's home and office. President Trump went "On Patrol" in DC to see the progress on the crime crackdown. Obama Judge orders Big Balls' attackers to be released. Trump admin pauses worker visas for Commercial Drivers License. Judge orders Trump admin to dismantle Alligator Alcatraz. Trump's $500M civil fraud penalty was tossed by a NYS appeals court. PLUS LIVE CALLS: 631-527-4545 Join UNGOVERNED on LFA TV every MONDAY - FRIDAY from 10am to 11am EASTERN! www.FarashMedia.com www.LFATV.us www.OFPFarms.com www.MyPatriotSupply.com/UNGOVERNED www.SLNT.com/SHAWN www.PatriotMobile.com/FARASH
President Trump scores a major legal win as a New York appeals court tosses out Attorney General Letitia James' massive $500 million civil fraud penalty, ruling the fine was unconstitutional under the Eighth Amendment. Pags breaks down what this means for Trump moving forward. Then, all eyes turn to Gavin Newsom — is he quietly positioning for a presidential run? Pags tears into Newsom's latest moves and delivers a fiery takedown you have to hear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Suzy Batiz, founder of Poo~Pourri and supernatural, joins Dr. Will Cole to share her incredible story - from hitting rock bottom to creating a $500M empire built on intuition, energy, and transformation. They talk about failure, rebirth, and what it means to live “Alive as Sh*t.” If you've ever felt stuck, this episode is the spark you didn't know you needed. For all links mentioned in this episode, visit www.drwillcole.com/podcast.Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Sponsors: Right now LMNT is offering a free Sample Pack with any purchase. Get yours at DrinkLMNT.com/artoeingwell.Go to Quince.com/willcole for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five-day returns.Get 20% off, or if you choose the already discounted subscription, you get almost a third off the price! Go now to get this amazing discount: PUORI.com/WILLCOLE.Save 30% off your first subscription order & receive a free six pack of Ketone-IQ with KETONE.com/WILLCOLE.Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at SHOPIFY.COM/willcole.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
A New York appeals court dismissed a $500 million civil fraud penalty against President Trump and his companies for overvaluing their properties in financial statements. The judges upheld the fraud judgment, but said the fine was excessive. Geoff Bennett discussed the impact of this decision with former federal prosecutor Jessica Roth. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
In 1997, the Florida Marlins won the World Series, but they also lost $30 million in the process. In 2002, only three Major League Baseball teams had positive EBITDA. Due to a dramatic collective bargaining agreement, five years later, only three clubs had negative EBITDA, and the MLB had gone from $500 million in losses to a $500 million in profit. Today's guest had a front row seat to the action. Jonathan Mariner is the former CFO of the Florida Marlins, the Florida Panthers, and Major League Baseball. He is also he founder of TaxDay and a seasoned board member on different boards, including Tyson Foods, OneStream, and Delaware North, among others. In this episode, he takes us inside the complex economics of pro sports. The conversation covers the surprising way sports franchises are actually valued, the massive shift from cable TV to streaming, the complex world of player merchandising, the challenges of expanding sports internationally, and how Jonathan helped implement a controversial EBITDA rule to rein in league-wide debt.—LINKS:Jonathan Mariner on TaxDay: https://www.taxday.com/team/Tax Day: https://www.taxday.com/CJ on X (@cjgustafson222): https://x.com/cjgustafson222Mostly metrics: RELATED EPISODES:The Boston Celtics' Other Playbook: Business Insights from President Rich Gotham — —TIMESTAMPS:(00:00) Preview and Intro(02:35) Sponsor – Pulley | Brex | Aleph(07:11) How Jonathan Became CFO of the Florida Marlins and Panthers(13:17) The Marlins: Winning the World Series and Losing $30 Million(16:03) Sponsor – RightRev | Navan | Rillet(20:08) How Not Having a Salary Cap Affects the MLB(21:27) The Collective Bargaining Agreement That Changed the Economics of the MLB(30:00) The Science of How Sports Franchises Are Valued: Revenue(31:53) The Art of How Sports Franchises Are Valued: Perception(36:20) How Local Broadcast Rights and Revenue Sharing Work(37:44) Contractually Obligated Income and Its Ramifications(41:57) How Player Jersey Sales Really Work(46:34) The Shift From Cable to Streaming and the Economic Effects(53:48) The Challenges and Opportunities of Global Expansion(59:57) Expansion Teams & Franchise Fees(1:01:58) Being on the Tyson Foods Board During COVID(1:05:39) Jonathan's Other High-Stakes Moments as a Board Member(1:08:03) Founding TaxDay(1:11:41) Long-Ass Lightning Round: Career Mistakes(1:14:00) Advice to Younger Self(1:15:11) The Best Sporting Events Jonathan's Ever Attended—SPONSORS:Pulley is the cap table management platform built for CFOs and finance leaders who need reliable, audit-ready data and intuitive workflows, without the hidden fees or unreliable support. Switch in as little as 5 days and get 25% off your first year: https://pulley.com/mostlymetrics.Brex offers the world's smartest corporate card on a full-stack global platform that is everything CFOs need to manage their finances on an elite level. Plus, they offer modern banking and treasury as well as intuitive expenses and accounting automation, bill pay, and travel. Find out more at https://www.brex.com/metricsAleph automates 90% of manual, error-prone busywork, so you can focus on the strategic work you were hired to do. Minimize busywork and maximize impact with the power of a web app, the flexibility of spreadsheets, and the magic of AI. Get a personalised demo at https://www.getaleph.com/runRightRev automates the revenue recognition process from end to end, gives you real-time insights, and ensures ASC 606 / IFRS 15 compliance—all while closing books faster. For RevRec that auditors actually trust, visit https://www.rightrev.com and schedule a demo.Navan is the all-in-one travel and expense solution that can give you access to exclusive, proprietary Nasdaq-validated data that reveals what's happening with corporate travel investments. See the Navan Business Travel Index at https://navan.com/bti.Rillet is the AI-native ERP modern finance teams are switching to because it's faster, simpler, and 100% built for how teams operate today. See how fast your team can move. Book a demo at https://www.rillet.com/metrics.#SportsFinance #MLB #MajorLeagueBaseball #TeamValuation #BusinessOfSports This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.mostlymetrics.com
A New York appeals court dismissed a $500 million civil fraud penalty against President Trump and his companies for overvaluing their properties in financial statements. The judges upheld the fraud judgment, but said the fine was excessive. Geoff Bennett discussed the impact of this decision with former federal prosecutor Jessica Roth. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
Today's show:In this TWiST 500 double feature, Alex sits down with two breakout founders: Chalk's Marc Freed-Finnegan & Tollbit's Toshit Panigrahi!First, Chalk's CEO Marc Freed-Finnegan is tackling one of AI's biggest bottlenecks—data freshness. Instead of relying on stale batch jobs, Chalk delivers real-time pipelines for inference compute, automatically transpiling Python into C++/Rust so it can run blazing fast in production. Investors are calling it the ‘next Databricks'—and after hearing this convo, you'll see why.Then, Tollbit's CEO Toshit Panigrahi returns after raising a $24M Series A and signing up 1,400+ publishers. With RAG traffic exploding and robots.txt losing its teeth, their ‘bot paywall' could reshape how AI agents pay for the content they consume. Are we heading for a Spotify moment for data licensing?A must-watch if you care about the economics of AI, from data pipelines to publisher monetization.Timestamps:(0:00) Intro + sponsors(1:03) Alex tees up two Twist 500 interviews: Chalk & Tolbert(2:47) Why AI is shifting from training compute to inference compute(4:41) Data freshness & real-time inference explained(10:43) Squarespace - Use offer code TWIST to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain at https://www.Squarespace.com/TWIST(12:00) How Chalk transpiles Python into C++/Rust for speed(18:52) Chalk's business model, margins & $500M valuation(20:11) Lemon.io - Get 15% off your first 4 weeks of developer time at https://Lemon.io/twist(21:24) Show Continues…(28:02) Tollbit returns: $24M Series A & the rise of RAG bot traffic(30:37) .TECH: Say it without saying it. Head to get.tech/twist or your favorite registrar to get a clean, sharp .tech domain today.(31:41) Show Continues…(36:53) Robots.txt losing relevance & the case for bot paywalls(39:19)Publishers, AI agents & the future economics of the webSubscribe 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/jasoncalacanisThank you to our partners:(10:43) Squarespace - Use offer code TWIST to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain at https://www.Squarespace.com/TWIST(20:11) Lemon.io - Get 15% off your first 4 weeks of developer time at https://Lemon.io/twist(30:37) .TECH: Say it without saying it. Head to get.tech/twist or your favorite registrar to get a clean, sharp .tech domain today.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.comSubscribe to the Founder University Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@founderuniversity1916
Kennedy said the technology is ineffective, unsafe and unethical. But health officials and researchers are concerned.
Kennedy said the technology is ineffective, unsafe and unethical. But health officials and researchers are concerned.
Missed calls lead to customer frustration and lost revenue. Voice AI changes this. With voice AI, these missed opportunities can be transformed into meaningful conversations that build loyalty and drive growth. On the latest The Modern Customer Podcast, I had a conversation with @Carson Hostetter, EVP & GM of AI + CX at @RingCentral, about how companies are using voice AI to: ✅ Replace outdated IVR menus with human-like dialogue ✅ Protect revenue by ensuring no call is missed ✅ Turn conversations into proactive customer service and business growth Carson knows the stakes. As RingCentral's former CRO, he helped grow ARR from $1.4B to $2.4B and scaled its enterprise business from $5M to $500M. Now, he's applying that same growth mindset to AI.
In this episode, Leila (@LeilaHormozi) breaks down why motivation and goal-setting aren't enough and how building repeatable systems is the real driver of success. Drawing from her own journey of losing 85 pounds, scaling companies to nine figures, and building a $500M portfolio, Leila shares the exact formula for creating systems that are simple, scalable, and friction-free.Want to scale your business? Apply for one of our scaling workshops here: https://www.acquisition.com/podlWelcome to Build where we talk about the lessons I have learned in scaling big businesses, gaining millions in sales, and helping our portfolio companies do the same. Buckle up, because we're creating an unshakeable business.Want to scale your business? Click here.Follow Leila Hormozi's Socials:LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | Acquisition
Bill Browder and Vladimir Kara-Murza weigh in on the risks of negotiating with Russian president Vladimir Putin; a deep dive into how Donald Trump and his family are personally profiting from the presidency; RFK Jr. has canceled $500M in grants that go toward mRNA vaccines research, despite its importance in developing a vaccine for COVID-19.
In this episode, Toni Ko, founder of NYX Cosmetics, shares how she built one of the fastest-growing cosmetics brands in the world—scaling from a $250,000 investment to a $500M exit to L'Oréal. She reveals: • How she turned 18 SKUs into millions of units sold in year one • The simple packaging strategy that disrupted the beauty industry • Why she avoided debt and scaled profitably without VC pressure • Her raw take on selling her “baby” and facing post-exit depression • The lessons from a failed second business—and why it was her best teacher • Her blueprint for launching multiple influencer-led brands under Bespoke Beauty Brands If you want to learn what it really takes to build, scale, and exit a product brand—this is a must-listen. Foundr Community Offers Want 1-on-1 mentorship to launch or scale your brand faster? Apply for eCommerce coaching: → Starting your ecom biz? Click here → Already selling and want to scale? Click here Want all-access to step-by-step training from 7, 8 & 9-figure founders? Start your Foundr+ $1 trial today → Click here Omnisend | Get 50% off your first 3 months of email and SMS marketing with Omnisend with the code FOUNDR50. Click here to get started. Connect With Nathan Chan Instagram → Click Here LinkedIn → Click Here Connect With Toni Ko Website → Click Here Instagram → Click Here Follow Foundr for More Business Growth Strategies YouTube → Click here Website → Click here Instagram → Click here Facebook → Click here Twitter → Click here LinkedIn → Click here Podcast → Click here
Today's Headlines: The Supreme Court is taking up a case that could overturn its 2015 Obergefell decision legalizing same-sex marriage — courtesy of Kim Davis, the Kentucky clerk jailed for refusing gay marriage licenses. She's appealing a $360K judgment, claiming First Amendment protection and arguing marriage equality was wrongly decided. Meanwhile, the White House plans to audit the Smithsonian to make sure exhibits fit Trump's “unifying” version of American history — which critics say means erasing inconvenient facts. Harvard is reportedly near a $500M settlement with the Trump administration to end multiple investigations, restore research funding, and avoid federal oversight — while maintaining its admissions independence. Trump mocked Goldman Sachs' chief economist after tariff warnings, telling the CEO (a hobbyist DJ) to “focus on being a DJ.” He also nominated Heritage Foundation economist EJ Antoni to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics after firing the last commissioner over jobs numbers. An Israeli strike killed Al Jazeera correspondent Anas al-Sharif, four colleagues, and two others; Israel claims he was a Hamas operative. And convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell has been moved to a cushier prison with possible work release. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: ABC News: Supreme Court formally asked to overturn landmark same-sex marriage ruling WSJ: White House to Vet Smithsonian Museums to Fit Trump's Historical Vision NYT: Harvard Nears a Deal With the Trump Administration to Restore Funding CNBC: Trump tells Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon to replace bank's economist over tariff predictions NYT: Trump Names EJ Antoni New BLS Commissioner AP News: Israel targets and kills Al Jazeera correspondent Anas al-Sharif in Gaza as journalist toll grows Yahoo: Trump's Child Sex Trafficker Friend Ghislaine Maxwell May Be Eligible For Work Release Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today I'm joined by Josh Potts, CEO of Mac Haik Automotive Group. We dive into how living in his car at 17 sparked his journey into auto retail, his rapid rise to GM at one of Houston's top dealerships, and how he built a $500M empire by balancing accountability with culture — and so much more. This episode is brought to you by: 1. CDK Global - CDK SimplePay is the only payment solution that's built into CDK solutions for unrivaled reliability and financial efficiency. To learn more or schedule a demo visit @ http://www.CDK.com/simplepay 2. Authenticom - DealerVault connects over 12,500 dealerships across 100+ DMS systems, offering both dealers and vendors secure, standardized, and compliant data. With Record Recharge, we validate and cleanse records daily—so your team can make smarter, faster decisions. Trusted across the automotive industry, Authenticom keeps your data clean, connected, and ready for action. Your data. Your way. Authenticom—the business behind the automotive business. Visit @ http://www.Authenticom.com 3. CDG Recruiting - Building on the success of my industry job board, I launched CDG Recruiting — a more hands-on, white-glove automotive recruiting service. Our team has decades of experience and has successfully placed over 1,000 roles in the automotive industry. So if you're ready to find your next rockstar employee, try CDG Recruiting today by visiting @ http://www.cdgrecruiting.com Need help finding top automotive talent? Get started here: https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here: https://cdgpartner.com Interested in being considered as a guest on the podcast? Add your name here: https://bit.ly/3Suismu Topics: 06:32 Homeless to CEO 09:07 Best culture change strategies 16:22 Balance accountability with culture 20:02 Most effective employee incentives? 30:02 What defines intentional leadership? 33:25 Childhood lessons that shaped success 36:20 Implementing new strategies 48:29 How to Fix underperforming stores? 01:02:32 Keys to continuous improvement? Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: CDG News ➤ https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs ➤ https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Recruiting ➤ https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ My Socials: X ➤ x.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy Threads ➤ threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions.
ON THIS EPISODE ➤ Crisis leadership: How to achieve 100% team placement during organizational failure ➤ The amplified impact of leadership presence and why every interaction matters 10x more ➤ Player-coach assessment framework for determining optimal IT focus areas ➤ Scaling IT through explosive growth: From $250M to $500M revenue management ➤ Business-first mindset transformation...
Thursday, August 7th, 2025Today, Sections 9 and 10 of Article One of the Constitution were removed from the Library of Congress website in what the Trump Administration called a “glitch”; a bomb threat prompted an evacuation of the hotel where Texas Democrats are staying in Chicago; top Trump officials are meeting Wednesday night to discuss how to move forward with the Epstein cover up; Putin puppet Tulsi Gabbard ignored warnings from the CIA about releasing the Russia files; a former worker at the Florida concentration camp describes inhumane conditions; DHS removes the age cap on ICE agent applications; a person is in custody after a mass shooting at Fort Stewart claimed five lives; RFK Jr cancels nearly $500M in MRNA vaccine contracts, and Trump threatens to federalize the District of Columbia after two teenagers beat up the big balls DOGE guy; and Allison and Dana deliver the good news.Thank 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.Guest: Garrett GraffLong Shadow Podcast@vermontgmg - BlueSkyThe Devil Reached Toward the Sky: An Oral History of the Making and Unleashing of the Atomic BombStoriesGovt. Website 'Glitch' Removes Trump's Least Favorite Part of Constitution | Rolling StoneBomb threat prompts evacuation at Chicago hotel where some Texas Democrats are staying | CBS NewsGabbard overrode CIA officials' concerns in push to release classified Russia report | The Washington PostTop Trump officials will discuss Epstein strategy at Wednesday dinner hosted by Vance | CNN PoliticsTrump threatens federal takeover of D.C. after ex-DOGE worker attacked - The Washington | The Washington PostArmy sergeant shot 5 soldiers before he was tackled and arrested at Fort Stewart, officials say | AP NewsEXCLUSIVE: Former 'Alligator Alcatraz' worker describes 'inhumane' conditions inside | NBC MiamiRFK Jr. Cancels Nearly $500 Million in mRNA Vaccine Contracts | The New York TimesGood Trouble I'm calling on all Beans in Indiana that are able, even if you can't make it as early as 8 AM, to descend on the Statehouse and make it known that we will not be silenced and will not stand by as they steal democracy. The mobilize link for the sit-in: Statehouse Sit-In: No Cheaters in Democracy -Thursday, August 7, 2025 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM ET From The Good NewsStatehouse Sit-In: No Cheaters in Democracy -Thursday, August 7, 2025 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM ETChico Cat Coalition - Accepting DonationsBubba Love Pet SittingHoosLeft Podcast | Scott Aaron Rogers | SubstackFederal Unionists NetworkPlain Civics - PodcastReminder - 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! patreon.com/muellershewrote Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beans Federal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comCheck out more from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackShare your Good News or Good TroubleMSW Good News and Good TroubleHave 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?The Daily Beans | SupercastThe Daily Beans & Mueller, She Wrote | PatreonThe Daily Beans | Apple Podcasts
SUBSCRIBE TO JORDAN'S FREE NEWSLETTER. Get the facts, without the spin. UNBIASED offers a clear, impartial recap of US news, including politics, elections, legal news, and more. Hosted by lawyer Jordan Berman, each episode provides a recap of current political events plus breakdowns of complex concepts—like constitutional rights, recent Supreme Court rulings, and new legislation—in an easy-to-understand way. No personal opinions, just the facts you need to stay informed on the daily news that matters. If you miss how journalism used to be, you're in the right place. In today's episode: More States Jump Into the Re-Districting Fight; Civil Arrest Warrants Issued for Democratic Lawmakers (0:00) AG Bondi Orders Grand Jury Investigation Over Obama-Era Alleged Manipulation of Russian Intelligence (8:38) Trump Reportedly Walks Back Promises on IVF Access; Here's What We Know (14:41) HHS Cuts $500M Worth of mRNA Vaccine Research Funding; Answering Your Questions (17:37) Quick Hitters: Shooting at GA Military Base, New ICE Detention Facility, Apple's New Investment, Trump Calls for New Census (28:25) Rumor Has It: Did the Library of Congress Delete Sections of the Constitution from its Website? (31:45) Critical Thinking Segment (34:08) SUBSCRIBE TO JORDAN'S FREE NEWSLETTER. Watch this episode on YouTube. Follow Jordan on Instagram and TikTok. All sources for this episode can be found here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tuesday, August 5th, 2025Today, Texas Governor Greg Abbott orders police to find and arrest Democrats who fled over redistricting; the White House has no plans to protect IVF breaking yet another campaign promise; the US may require visa applicants to post a $15,000 bond pricing many out of the process; the New Hampshire Republican governor has signed a law banning gender affirming care for minors; the president of Harvard says the school is NOT considering a $500M settlement with the Trump administration; and Allison and Dana deliver the good news.Thank 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.Trump DOJ hit with MAJOR LAWSUIT over EPSTEIN COVER-UP | Katie Phang YouTubeStoriesTexas governor orders arrest of Democrats who fled the state over redistricting - ABC News | ABC NewsNH bans gender-affirming care for minors | NBC BostonWhite House has no plan to mandate IVF care, despite campaign pledge | The Washington PostState Department may require visa applicants to post bond of up to $15,000 to enter the US | AP NewsHarvard President Garber Tells Faculty He Is Not Considering a $500 Million Deal With Trump | Harvard CrimsonGood Trouble If you are in a blue state, call your state reps and your governor and pressure them to redraw your maps! Tell them you support the democrats in texas, the DNC, and national party leadership, and you'd like to fight fire with fire.From The Good Newshttps://shop.dailybeanspod.comVA Social WorkPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)Reminder - 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! patreon.com/muellershewrote Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beans Federal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comCheck out more from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackShare your Good News or Good TroubleMSW Good News and Good TroubleHave 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?The Daily Beans | SupercastThe Daily Beans & Mueller, She Wrote | PatreonThe Daily Beans | Apple Podcasts