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Jake Knapp and John Zeratsky are the co-creators of the Design Sprint (the famous five-day product innovation process) and authors of the bestselling book Sprint. After decades of working with over 300 startups in the earliest stages, they discovered that most startups fail not because they can't build, but because they build the wrong thing. The very beginning of a startup is your highest-leverage moment, and most teams waste months or years by skipping a few critical early questions. Jake and John developed the Foundation Sprint to help startups validate ideas and compress months of work into just two days.What you'll learn:1. The step-by-step Foundation Sprint process that compresses three or four months of validation into two days—including templates you can use immediately2. Why differentiation is the #1 predictor of startup success (with the 2x2 framework that you can use with your team)3. The three fundamental questions every founder should answer before writing a line of code4. The “note and vote” technique that eliminates groupthink and gets honest answers from your colleagues5. The seven “magic lenses” for choosing between multiple product ideas6. The biggest mistake engineers make when building with AI tools7. The paradox of speed: why “building nothing first” can get you to product-market fit faster—Brought to you by:Brex—The banking solution for startups: https://www.brex.com/product/business-account?ref_code=bmk_dp_brand1H25_ln_new_fsParagon—Ship every SaaS integration your customers want: https://www.useparagon.com/lennyCoda—The all-in-one collaborative workspace: https://coda.io/lenny—Transcript: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-foundation-sprint-jake-knapp-and-john-zeratsky—Where to find Jake Knapp:• X: https://twitter.com/jakek• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-knapp/• Website: https://jakeknapp.com/—Where to find John Zeratsky:• X: https://twitter.com/jazer• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnzeratsky/• Website: https://johnzeratsky.com/—In this episode, we cover:(00:00) Introduction to Jake Knapp and John Zeratsky(04:41) Origins of the Design Sprint(11:06) The Foundation Sprint process(14:40) Phase one: The basics(16:57) Case study: Latchet(28:50) Phase two: Differentiation(36:24) The importance of differentiation(40:15) Thoughts on price differentiation(43:37) Case study: Mellow(46:04) Custom differentiators(49:30) The mini manifesto(52:02) Phase three: Approach to the project(54:50) Magic lenses activity(01:02:39) Prototyping and testing(01:10:00) Real-world examples and success stories(01:15:15) Motivation behind The Foundation Sprint(01:17:15) The outcome of the sprint: The founding hypothesis(01:19:28) The Design Sprint(01:28:19) The role of AI in prototyping(01:36:50) Final thoughts and resources—Referenced:• Introducing the Foundation Sprint: From the creators of the Design Sprint: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/introducing-the-foundation-sprint• Making time for what matters | Jake Knapp and John Zeratsky (authors of Sprint and Make Time, co-founders of Character Capital): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/making-time-for-what-matters-jake• Eli Blee-Goldman on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eli-blee-goldman/• Character Capital: https://www.character.vc/• Character Labs: https://www.character.vc/labs• Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/• Shopify: https://www.shopify.com/• Naming expert shares the process behind creating billion-dollar brand names like Azure, Vercel, Windsurf, Sonos, Blackberry, and Impossible Burger | David Placek (Lexicon Branding): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/naming-expert-david-placek• Sonos: https://www.sonos.com/• Vercel: https://vercel.com/• Windsurf: https://windsurf.com/• April Dunford on product positioning, segmentation, and optimizing your sales process: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/april-dunford-on-product-positioning• Positioning: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/positioning• 10 things we know to be true: https://about.google/company-info/philosophy/• Gandalf: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gandalf• Frodo: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frodo_Baggins• Mordor: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mordor• 35 years of product design wisdom from Apple, Disney, Pinterest, and beyond | Bob Baxley: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/35-years-of-product-design-wisdom-bob-baxley• The Primal Mark: How the Beginning Shapes the End in the Development of Creative Ideas: https://www.gsb.stanford.edu/faculty-research/publications/primal-mark-how-beginning-shapes-end-development-creative-ideas• Base44: https://base44.com/• Solo founder, $80M exit, 6 months: The Base44 bootstrapped startup success story | Maor Shlomo: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-base44-bootstrapped-startup-success-story-maor-shlomo• Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/• Blue Bottle Coffee: https://bluebottlecoffee.com• Reclaim: https://reclaim.ai/• The official Foundation Sprint + Design Sprint template: https://www.character.vc/miro-template• Rippling: https://www.rippling.com/• Latchet: https://latchet.com/• Mellow: http://getmellow.com/• AxionOrbital: https://axionorbital.space/—Recommended books:• Sprint: How to Solve Big Problems and Test New Ideas in Just Five Days: https://www.amazon.com/Sprint-audiobook/dp/B019R2DQIY• Make Time: How to Focus on What Matters Every Day: https://www.amazon.com/Make-Time-Focus-Matters-Every/dp/0525572422• Click: How to Make What People Want: https://www.amazon.com/Click-Make-What-People-Want/dp/1668072114Production and marketing by https://penname.co/. For inquiries about sponsoring the podcast, email podcast@lennyrachitsky.com.—Lenny may be an investor in the companies discussed. To hear more, visit www.lennysnewsletter.com

In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Chris Lustrino speaks with Ryan Duey, co-founder and co-CEO of Plunge, the cold therapy and sauna brand that has quietly scaled to $80M+ in annual sales with minimal outside funding. Ryan breaks down how a garage-built idea during COVID turned into a high-growth wellness hardware business with over 40,000 customers, including a fast-growing B2B channel. Founders will appreciate his transparency about scaling manufacturing, solving shipping nightmares, and building technical moats through operational execution. If you're in DTC, hardware, health & wellness, or considering community rounds, this is a must-listen.Highlights include…Founding story: From brick-and-mortar wellness to e-comm hardware (2:01)Shark Tank ROI and national brand awareness (5:00)Market sizing: Comparing cold plunge to hot tubs & sauna categories (6:33)Expanding product lines to drive retention & cross-sell (8:55)B2B growth: Cold plunges entering hotels, gyms & commercial spaces (9:00)Solving hard problems: Damage-in-transit, demand planning, and support infrastructure (11:39, 14:45)Bootstrapped to $80M+: Smart cash management, customer pre-orders, and debt usage (17:57)Manufacturing capacity & scaling challenges (20:18)Moat = execution: Why hard ops are the defensible layer (14:45, 22:17)Acquisition potential: PE, wellness tech, or DTC conglomerates (23:35)

Send us a textThe enterprise tech space is buzzing with momentum as AI-driven innovation, strategic acquisitions, and infrastructure investments redefine the competitive landscape. From Qbiq's $16M raise to automate architectural design to Vasco's funding to optimize startup revenue trajectories with AI, it's clear that intelligent automation is no longer a luxury—it's a necessity. Meanwhile, power-hungry data centers brace for demand to double in the next five years, prompting infrastructure giants like Lenovo and IBM to expand their capabilities through high-stakes acquisitions. CDP consolidation gains pace with Rokt's mParticle deal, while ServiceNow and Vercel are sharpening their edge in AI and open source, respectively. Even the cloud world isn't sitting still, with Render securing $80M to simplify deployment. And amidst it all, industry drama unfolds as Salesforce's Marc Benioff openly critiques Microsoft Copilot, reminding us that even in AI, not all copilots fly smoothly.In today's episode, we invited a panel of industry analysts for a live discussion on LinkedIn to analyze current enterprise software stories. We covered many grounds including the direction and roadmaps of each enterprise software vendors. Finally, we analyzed future trends and how they might shape the enterprise software industry.Background Soundtrack: Away From You – Mauro SommFor more information on growth strategies for SMBs using ERP and digital transformation, visit our community at wbs. rocks or elevatiq.com. To ensure that you never miss an episode of the WBS podcast, subscribe on your favorite podcasting platform. 

Chris Kemp took Astra public in 2021 with a bold vision: low-cost rockets launching daily, bringing sovereign space access to every country on Earth. At its peak, the company was worth over $2 billion. Within two years, that valuation collapsed by 99%. In this episode of Valley of Depth, we go inside one of the most dramatic flameouts and attempted comebacks in the commercial space era. We discuss:Why Astra's SPAC-era promises didn't survive contact with realityWhat really went wrong with Rocket 3 and how much of that falls on KempThe decision to take the company private and buy it back for pennies on the dollarHow Astra raised $80M, and its attempt to raise another $100M+The quiet success of its satellite propulsion businessRocket 4, and whether this time is actually differentHow Kemp is repositioning Astra as a mobile, defense-aligned launch platform • Chapters •00:00 – Intro01:53 – What's happened since 2022?02:58 – What kept Astra going after test flight failures?06:46 – Did Astra's engineering approach work against them?08:15 – What Chris believes he got wrong12:51 – Has Chris questioned his leadership at Astra?14:37 – What would Chris have done differently?16:34 – Taking Astra private & investor reactions20:58 – What Chris saw more than anyone else22:20 – Team and factory space at Astra23:20 – Chris's philosophy on rocket building25:54 – Rocket 4 vs Rocket 330:35 – Astra's renewed business model34:11 – Why is Rocket Lab valued at $16B?36:21 – Engine business & customer trust39:25 – NASA & Astra39:49 – Post-privatization investment45:18 – The team at Astra47:08 – What went wrong with Astra's infamous flight47:54 – Chris's evolving leadership style50:05 – Chris's hardest moment at Astra50:49 – Unfair criticisms of Chris51:54 – What present Chris would tell past Chris53:12 – What keeps Chris going54:57 – Would Astra go public again?57:51 – Astra milestones to watch • Show notes •Chris' socials — https://x.com/KempAstra's socials —https://x.com/astraAstra's website — https://astra.com/Mo's socials — https://twitter.com/itsmoislamPayload's socials — https://twitter.com/payloadspace / https://www.linkedin.com/company/payloadspaceIgnition's socials — https://twitter.com/ignitionnuclear /  https://www.linkedin.com/company/ignition-nuclear/Tectonic's socials — https://twitter.com/tectonicdefense / https://www.linkedin.com/company/tectonicdefense/Valley of Depth archive — Listen: https://pod.payloadspace.com/ • About us •Valley of Depth is a podcast about the technologies that matter — and the people building them. Brought to you by Arkaea Media, the team behind Payload (space), Ignition (nuclear energy), and Tectonic (defense tech), this show goes beyond headlines and hype. We talk to founders, investors, government officials, and military leaders shaping the future of national security and deep tech. From breakthrough science to strategic policy, we dive into the high-stakes decisions behind the world's hardest technologies.Payload: www.payloadspace.comIgnition: www.ignition-news.comTectonic: www.tectonicdefense.com

Maor Shlomo is the founder of Base44, an AI-powered app builder that he bootstrapped to an over $80 million acquisition by Wix in just six months. As a solo founder (with severe ADHD), he hit $1 million ARR just three weeks after launch and grew the product to more than 400,000 users, all while navigating two wars in Israel and never raising a dollar of outside funding.What you'll learn:1. The growth playbook that took Base44 from three friends to 400,000 users without spending any money on marketing2. How he hasn't written a single line of front-end code in three months—and how to structure your code repository to make it easier for AI to write your code3. His AI productivity stack that allowed him to compete against heavily funded competitors4. Why being a solo founder in AI might be the ultimate advantage (and the wedding story that almost killed the business)5. The story of signing the $80M acquisition deal while war broke out with Iran6. How to identify when to sell vs. stay independent (and why Maor chose acquisition despite being highly profitable)7. The counterintuitive product decision that tripled activation by removing a “helpful” feature8. How building in public on LinkedIn drove more growth than any paid channel—Brought to you by:Sauce—Turn customer pain into product revenue: https://sauce.app/lennyDscout—The UX platform to capture insights at every stage: from ideation to production: https://www.dscout.com/Contentsquare—Create better digital experiences: https://contentsquare.com/lenny/—Transcript: ⁠https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-base44-bootstrapped-startup-success-story-maor-shlomo⁠—My biggest takeaways (for paid newsletter subscribers): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/i/167384119/my-biggest-takeaways-from-this-conversation—Where to find Maor Shlomo:• X: https://x.com/ms_base44• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maor-shlomo-1088b4144/—Where to find Lenny:• Newsletter: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com• X: https://twitter.com/lennysan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennyrachitsky/—In this episode, we cover:(00:00) Introduction to Maor and Base44(08:16) The origin story: how Base44 came to be(14:55) Bootstrapping and solo founding: challenges and insights(22:52) Productivity hacks and tech stack for solo founders(27:23) How to get started using Base44(28:47) Thoughts on raising money(34:05) Distribution in the age of AI(36:09) Ambition and goals(40:05) Growth strategies: from first users to thousands(51:32) Building in public(57:42) The solo founder journey(01:00:23) Community support(01:03:23) Hackathons and partnerships(01:06:42) The importance of velocity in product development(01:08:20) Technical stack and infrastructure insights(01:15:24) Activation lessons(01:18:19) The acquisition journey with Wix(01:25:14) Final thoughts and advice for founders—Referenced:• Base44: https://base44.com/• Retool: https://retool.com/• Tzofim: https://www.israelscouts.org/• Y Combinator: https://www.ycombinator.com/• RescueTime: https://www.rescuetime.com/• Cursor: https://www.cursor.com/• Wix: https://www.wix.com/• The rise of Cursor: The $300M ARR AI tool that engineers can't stop using | Michael Truell (co-founder and CEO): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-rise-of-cursor-michael-truell• Building Lovable: $10M ARR in 60 days with 15 people | Anton Osika (CEO and co-founder): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/building-lovable-anton-osika• Inside Bolt: From near-death to ~$40m ARR in 5 months—one of the fastest-growing products in history | Eric Simons (founder and CEO of StackBlitz): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/inside-bolt-eric-simons• Behind the product: Replit | Amjad Masad (co-founder and CEO): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/behind-the-product-replit-amjad-masad• Everyone's an engineer now: Inside v0's mission to create a hundred million builders | Guillermo Rauch (founder and CEO of Vercel, creators of v0 and Next.js): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/everyones-an-engineer-now-guillermo-rauch• Snowflake: https://www.snowflake.com• Yoav Orlev on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yoav-orlev-4a044b72• WhatsApp: https://www.whatsapp.com/• Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/• Google: https://about.google/• MongoDB: https://www.mongodb.com/• Deloitte: https://www.deloitte.com/• Render: Render.com• Claude 4: https://www.anthropic.com/news/claude-4• Gemini: https://gemini.google.com/app• Cloudflare: https://www.cloudflare.com/—Production and marketing by https://penname.co/. For inquiries about sponsoring the podcast, email podcast@lennyrachitsky.com.Lenny may be an investor in the companies discussed. To hear more, visit www.lennysnewsletter.com

En esta charla imprescindible, José Luis —fundador y CEO de Afianza— nos cuenta cómo pasó de facturar 5M € en 18 años… a escalar hasta los 80M € y 850 empleados en solo 5 años. Todo sin socios, con más de 50 adquisiciones, y una filosofía radical sobre el crecimiento empresarial, el liderazgo y el papel de las personas. • Cómo estructurar una empresa para escalar sin perder el alma • Las claves reales de una estrategia de crecimiento inorgánico (M&A) • Por qué lo más difícil no es pasar de 100 a 200 empleados… sino de 10 a 14 • El mayor error al integrar otras empresas (y cómo evitarlo) • Qué tipo de liderazgo necesitas a medida que tu negocio crece • Cómo conseguir financiación sin que el banco te frene

This week on Techish, hosts Michael and Abadesi chat about the solo "vibe coder" who sold to Wix for $80M, the Social Network sequel, the Microsoft–OpenAI drama, and why working a "low-status" job might help you be a better person.Chapters00:28 Six-Month Vibe Coder Gets $80M09:00 The Social Network Is Getting a Sequel17:59 Microsoft vs. OpenAI Feud Heats Up32:14 'Fascism Starts From the Standing Desk' [Patreon-Only]Take TripleTen's career quiz to get a free personalized career consultation! https://tripleten.com/techishExtra Reading & Resources6-month-old, solo-owned vibe coder Base44 sells to Wix for $80M cash [TechCrunch]'The Social Network Part II' In Works At Sony With Aaron Sorkin Set To Write And Direct; Pic Inspired By WSJ's 'The Facebook Files' [Deadline]OpenAI and Microsoft Tensions Are Reaching a Boiling Point [The Wall Street Journal, $]Watch Alec Flynn's video on why fascism starts from the standing desk [Instagram]Real Talk About MarketingAn Acxiom podcast where we discuss marketing made better, bringing you real...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show————————————————————Join our Patreon for extra-long episodes and ad-free content: https://www.patreon.com/techish Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@techishpod/Advertise on Techish: https://goo.gl/forms/MY0F79gkRG6Jp8dJ2———————————————————— Stay in touch with the hashtag #Techishhttps://www.instagram.com/techishpod/https://www.instagram.com/abadesi/https://www.instagram.com/michaelberhane_/ https://www.instagram.com/hustlecrewlive/https://www.instagram.com/pocintech/Email us at techishpod@gmail.com

Fabrice Grinda is the co-founder and managing partner of FJ Labs, a venture capital firm that has invested in over 1,200 startups with more than 350 exits, including early investments in Alibaba, Flexport, and Delivery Hero. He previously built and sold three companies as CEO: Aucland (one of Europe's largest auction sites), Zingy (mobile media startup sold for $80M), and OLX (global classifieds platform operating in 90+ countries with 150M+ monthly users, acquired by Naspers).In this episode of World of DaaS, Fabrice and Auren discuss:Curiosity-driven investing and founder assessmentDiversified portfolios vs concentrated strategiesSecondary sales and exit strategiesAI tools transforming investment researchLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Fabrice Grinda on X at @fabricegrinda.Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Base44 sells for over $80M.

Send us a textThis week on The Digital Restaurant, I'm joined by a new co-host — Alex, an AI avatar — as we break down five headlines showing how delivery, automation, and AI are shaping the next wave of restaurant operations:01:10 – Olive Garden's off-premise engine is hummingUber Direct integration, buy-one-take-one offers, and nearly 7% same-store sales growth from delivery alone05:25 – Yum China rolls out Q Smartt A voice-activated wearable assistant for managers, designed to surface operational insights in real time11:05 – GPT failed at report building QSR's Mary Pillow Thompson spent a weekend trying to automate daily ops. The issue wasn't the model—it was the lack of orchestration13:30 – DoorDash acquires Symbiosis for $175M A strategic bet on local commerce advertising, with closed-loop attribution from ad to order17:45 – Coco raises $80M to scale delivery bots Semi-autonomous, human-guided, and aiming for 10,000 units deployed by 2026Quote of the week: “Coco isn't replacing humans — they're redeploying them smarter.”Full episode: https://thedigitalrestaurant.buzzsprout.com#restauranttech #AI #offpremise #DoorDash #OliveGarden #CocoRobotics #YumChina #InvisibleTechnologiesShoutouts: Zach Rash, Joey Simons, Sam Altman, Ryan Graves, Mary Pillow Thompson, Alex (AI co-host)Support the show

James Fitzpatrick, Army veteran and the director of the Center to Advance Security in America (CASA), an organization dedicated to improving the safety and security of the American people. CASA uncovered evidence that the U.S. Government is funding foreign prostitution and sex workers through the PEPFAR program. That includes over $80M to an organization called LVCT Health, which is based in Kenya. They fund orgs such as Bar Hostess, which highlights itself as an organization “working in bars and sex workers in Kenya.

En este episodio cubrimos los eventos más importantes antes de la apertura del mercado: • Wall Street se estabiliza tras tensión Irán–Israel: Futuros al alza: $SPX +0.5%, $US100 +0.6%, $INDU +0.4%. A pesar de nuevos bombardeos israelíes el domingo, el mercado reacciona sin pánico. Rendimientos al alza: bono a 10 años $US10Y en 4.45%, 2 años $US2Y en 3.99%. Esta semana, el foco es la Fed. Se espera que mantenga tasas sin cambios el miércoles, con Powell adoptando tono cauto ante la presión del crudo. Hoy se publica el Empire State (estimado: -5.90). • Nvidia avanza con su estrategia de IA soberana: $NVDA impulsa proyectos en Reino Unido, Francia y Alemania para desarrollar infraestructuras propias de IA. Incluye una nube industrial junto a Deutsche Telekom, y “Mistral Compute” con Mistral AI. Colabora también con fondos europeos y proveedores regionales para democratizar acceso a modelos de lenguaje y cómputo avanzado. • Amazon y Roku integran mayor red de CTV en EE.UU.: $AMZN y $ROKU lanzan integración exclusiva en Amazon DSP con alcance a 80M de hogares. Mejora targeting en Prime Video, Roku Channel, Tubi, Disney, FOX y más. Las pruebas iniciales redujeron la repetición publicitaria en un 30% y mejoraron alcance único un 40% con el mismo presupuesto. • Kratos refuerza producción nacional de motores militares: $KTOS construirá nueva planta en Oklahoma para fabricar motores turbojet GEK, comenzando con el GEK800. La instalación será de 100K pies², cinco líneas y operará a pleno en Q4 2026. Se crearán más de 100 empleos calificados y fortalece la defensa industrial según el CEO DeMarco. • TotalEnergies expande exploración en Golfo con Chevron: $TTE adquirió 25% de 40 bloques offshore operados por $CVX. Las áreas clave incluyen Walker Ridge y Mississippi Canyon. Refuerza alianza en proyectos como Anchor y Jack. Además, $TTE aumentará inversión en electricidad al 30% del capex, buscando que represente el 20% del portafolio para 2030. Una jornada de transición tras tensión geopolítica, con foco en tecnología, energía y política monetaria. ¡No te lo pierdas!

Why are dioceses unwilling to examine what is failing, and why vocations are down in most of the country? What messages have we been sending to young men for decades? Are they listening for the call? Fr. McTeigue, S.J. takes on these questions in this week's episode of Let's Talk About This. He finishes with Weekend Readiness to prepare you for Sunday Mass.  Show Notes Looking Backward in the Diocese of Charlotte - Crisis Magazine The Class of 2026 - by John Carter - Postcards From Barsoom What Many Priests No Longer Believe - Homiletic & Pastoral Review Pluscarden Abbey's hard-fought return to the Church - Catholic Herald “a cringeworthy romp in the very worst that the 70's and 80's could offer” | Fr. Z's Blog Making Communion a true meal: bring back wine, sing easy songs and no hosts from the tabernacle | America Magazine  I'm Thinking of Quitting | Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.  Why Are Catholic Communities Failing? | Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.  In Tune With The World by Josef Pieper Headbanger Services in Catholic Church  Defiling Consecrated Ground - Crisis Magazine  Eucharistic Devotion Serves as Catalyst for Young Men Discerning Priesthood  Buffalo's parishes to contribute $80M toward bankruptcy settlement Pluscarden Abbey's hard-fought return to the Church - Catholic Herald  iCatholic Mobile The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max Read Fr. McTeigue's Written Works! "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!

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A story about creating something desirable by choosing to be different—on purpose.Most SaaS companies don't fail because of bad tech.They fail because they try to win by copying playbooks that were never made for them.Trevor Francis, Founder and CEO of 46 Labs, took a different path. A former telecom engineer, he bootstrapped 46 Labs into an $80M infrastructure business by staying lean, solving the problems others ignored, and resisting the pressure to follow the VC script.In this episode, we explore Trevor's approach to staying capital-constrained, solving real customer problems, and how rejecting venture capital became their biggest advantage.We also zoom in on two of the 10 traits that define remarkable software companies: – Offering something truly valuable and desirable – Aiming to be different—not just betterTrevor's story is proof that long-term traction often starts by doing what most others avoid.By listening to this episode, you'll learn: – Why staying lean for 12 years built more leverage than funding ever could – What made billion-dollar carriers trust a small, unknown startup – How to scale through acquisition without losing your culture – The power of constraint when building long-term momentumThis episode is for sales-led SaaS founders who feel pressure to chase funding, follow trends, or expand too fast—and want a smarter way to build something that lasts.You can learn more about this weeks' guest:Trevor Francis, CEOCompany: 46labs.com

Most SaaS companies don't fail because of bad tech.They fail because they try to win by copying playbooks that were never made for them. Trevor Francis, Founder and CEO of 46 Labs, took a different path. A former telecom engineer, he bootstrapped 46 Labs into an $80M infrastructure business by staying lean, solving the problems others ignored, and resisting the pressure to follow the VC script. In this episode, we explore Trevor's approach to staying capital-constrained, solving real customer problems, and how rejecting venture capital became their biggest advantage. We also zoom in on two of the 10 traits that define remarkable software companies: – Offering something truly valuable and desirable – Aiming to be different—not just better Trevor's story is proof that long-term traction often starts by doing what most others avoid. By listening to this episode, you'll learn: – Why staying lean for 12 years built more leverage than funding ever could – What made billion-dollar carriers trust a small, unknown startup – How to scale through acquisition without losing your culture – The power of constraint when building long-term momentum This episode is for sales-led SaaS founders who feel pressure to chase funding, follow trends, or expand too fast—and want a smarter way to build something that lasts. You can learn more about this weeks' guest: Trevor Francis, CEO Company: 46labs.com. If you want to dig deeper into the traits behind remarkable software companies, grab a copy of my book The Remarkable Effect at valueinspiration.com/book or sign up for my daily email Espresso with Ton at valueinspiration.com/daily. Just two minutes a day to change the way you look at your business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it take to overhaul a 20-year-old partner program at one of the most channel-centric companies in the world? In this episode, we dive into Cisco's monumental redesign of its global partner ecosystem with Elisabeth De Dobbeleer, VP of Cisco's Partner Program, and Jason W. Gallo, VP of Value Acceleration.Together, they unpack why Cisco is reimagining everything - from partner capability metrics to co-innovation frameworks to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving customer landscape. With seismic shifts in AI, cloud, and cybersecurity, Cisco's new 360 Partner Program is designed not to tweak, but to transform. Elisabeth and Jason share how they're redefining what it means to be a capable partner, why transparency and vulnerability were vital to the program's design, and how they're investing $80M in partner readiness to ensure success at scale.From tracking sentiment across 39,000 partners to rewarding technical depth and lifecycle excellence, this is a masterclass in change leadership, co-creation, and future-proofing your channel.Whether you're a channel strategist, program architect, or partner marketing lead, this episode offers critical insights into building and rebuilding at scale.Connect with Elisabeth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisabeth-de-dobbeleer/Connect with Jason: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jagallo/_________________________Learn more about Channext

Oakland Hills Country Club has long stood as one of the most iconic venues in championship golf—and under the direction of Phil Cuffare, its future is being shaped with purpose and precision. In this episode of Leadership on the Links, Tyler Bloom sits down with Phil to explore how a deep respect for tradition, an unrelenting work ethic, and a commitment to team development are driving one of the most ambitious facility transformations in modern golf history. From his start at SUNY Delhi to his mentorships under legends in the industry, Phil shares his journey through the turf industry, including what it means to truly be a steward of a club's legacy. The conversation also covers Oakland Hills' major restoration projects, the strategy behind building a passionate and hardworking team, and why culture and standards—not just capital—define success. Whether you're an aspiring superintendent or a club executive looking to inspire your team, this episode offers powerful leadership insights from one of the top minds in the game. What We Learned from This Episode: ✅ Build for Legacy, Not Just Today – Phil views his role not as a job, but as a stewardship responsibility to uphold Oakland Hills' rich history and prepare it for the future. ✅ Culture is Built Through Standards – He sets a clear tone: "We don't have bad days here." High expectations are non-negotiable—and the team rises to meet them. ✅ Facilities Reflect Values – From the $80M clubhouse to a new state-of-the-art maintenance facility, the club's investment in infrastructure is also an investment in people. ✅ Hire for Passion, Not Just Skill – Phil no longer hires out of desperation. He's focused on finding people who want careers, not just jobs.

Live from Triad's Scale Summit in Atlanta, I got the opportunity to sit down with two Triad members who are driving SHP Financial's incredible growth—founding partner Keith Ellis Jr. and Chief Operating Officer Michelle Short.In this behind-the-scenes conversation, we unpack how SHP went from a 4-person startup to a 55-person firm who gathered $380M of total assets in 2024, growing to $1.6B of AUM. You'll hear how they scaled without burning out, built career tracks that turned interns into $80M producers, and created a culture-backed onboarding system that scales consistency, deepens trust, and reinforces what makes SHP different. 3 of the biggest insights from Keith and Michelle… #1.) How SHP Gathered $380M of Total Assets in 2024SHP didn't grow by grinding, they grew by stepping back. Instead of meeting with every client, SHP's founders focused on high-net-worth clients while their team of specialists handled planning, follow-up, and client management. The result? $380M of total assets without burnout or bottlenecks. #2.) The Onboarding System That Scales Consistency, Trust, and ReferralsEvery SHP hire starts with a Vision Session, a 1:1 with a partner, and a deep dive into the firm's culture handbook. From “Shipmates” to Enneagram walls, everything is built to align the team and protect the client experience. That's how SHP builds internal trust—and earns referrals without ever asking. #3.) SHP's 3-Tier Client Model That Protects Founder TimeBy segmenting clients into three tiers, SHP ensures their founders only meet with $2.5M+ prospects—while newer advisors gain reps with clients under $1M. The result? More capacity, clearer career paths, and 4x the asset growth with half the meetings.SHOW NOTEShttps://bradleyjohnson.com/116FREE GIFT + JOIN THE DBDL INSIDER CREWToday's Gift: 30 minute 1:1 coaching call with BradAre you a financial advisor who feels stuck, needs help, or simply wants to have a conversation with Brad? Text “Coaching” to 785-800-3235 to apply for a 30 minute Zoom coaching session and we'll send you a link to Apply. That will also make you a DBDL Insider with VIP access to future resources and exclusive content. *Message and data rates may apply. Reply STOP at any time to opt-out of receiving text messages.FOLLOW BRAD JOHNSON ON SOCIALTwitterInstagramLinkedInFOLLOW DBDL ON SOCIAL:YouTubeTwitterInstagramLinkedInFacebookDISCLOSURE DBDL podcast episode conversations are intended to provide financial advisors with ideas, strategies, concepts and tools that could be incorporated into their business and their life. Financial professionals are responsible for ensuring implementation of anything discussed related to business is done so in accordance with any and all regulatory, compliance responsibilities and obligations.The Triad member statements reflect their own experience which may not be representative of all Triad Member experiences, and their appearances were not paid for.Triad Wealth Partners, LLC is an SEC Registered Investment Adviser. Please visit Triadwealthpartners.com for more information. Triad Wealth Partners, LLC and Triad Partners, LLC are affiliated companies.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From Utilities to Venture Capital: A Career at the Crossroads of InnovationMatt's career began in the energy sector during a pivotal time of deregulation in California. This early exposure to innovation within legacy industries laid the foundation for a lifelong pursuit: helping large corporations and startups work together to drive transformative change. After 15 years in VC, a stint as an entrepreneur, and a move into corporate venture capital, Matt now leads Syensqo Ventures, a fund backed by one of the world's largest materials science companies.What is Syensqo Ventures?Spun off from Solvay in 2024, Syensqo is a €7B global materials company focused on high-performance, sustainable solutions. Its venture arm—an €80M evergreen fund—invests globally in startups developing advanced materials, often at the intersection of mobility, circularity, bio-based products, and AI-powered materials discovery.Corporate VC with a Strategic EdgeUnlike traditional VCs, Syensqo Ventures looks for strategic alignment. Startups that can benefit from Syensqo's deep material science expertise, infrastructure, or supply chain are most likely to receive investment. “I want to know what Syensqo can do to help accelerate your business,” says Matt.When to Approach Syensqo VenturesThe team invests early—typically at seed or Series A stages—when startups are still figuring out product-market fit and need help with technical validation, de-risking, or market entry. With six team members across the US, Europe, and Asia, they invest globally and often co-invest with financial VCs. They can lead rounds if needed, with typical check sizes ranging from €250K to €3M, and reserves for follow-ons.Key Focus AreasBiomaterials: As demand grows for sustainable consumer products, bio-based inputs are becoming more relevant.Composites & Circular Design: Syensqo is prioritizing innovations that enable lightweight, recyclable, and high-performance materials for aviation, automotive, and consumer goods.AI & Materials Discovery: While AI is lowering the cost of discovery, commercialization still requires partnerships, manufacturing, and distribution—areas where corporates play a key role.Corporate Innovation Isn't a Solo GameMatt emphasizes that innovation doesn't belong solely to startups or corporates—it's a shared journey. Syensqo runs internal R&D, collaborates with universities, and co-develops products with startups. "There's no frontier—just partnerships that accelerate solutions."Circularity by Design: From Targets to ImplementationSyensqo publicly reports on circular sales, using a metric developed with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation. This isn't just marketing—it's part of how the company defines and measures sustainability goals across its value chains. For startups, this signals a strong alignment in building products that are recyclable, bio-based, or reduce environmental impact.Regional Insights & Global AmbitionsWhile the team sees startups following similar patterns globally, they tailor their approach by region—with specific networks in Europe, North America, and Asia. They're active co-investors in funds like Sofinnova and IndieBio, particularly in the biotech and advanced materials space.Learn More about Syensqo VenturesWebsite: Syensqo VenturesLinkedIn: Matt Jones – SyensqoCompany LinkedIn: Syensqo Be sure to follow Sesamers on Instagram, LinkedIn, and X for more cool stories from the people we catch during the best Tech events!

As industries across the globe push deeper into digital transformation, the demand for STEM talent in the U.S. is soaring—and increasingly unmet. In fact, the growth of jobs requiring STEM proficiency has accelerated sharply in recent years, outpacing the pipeline of skilled workers, particularly in technical fields that require postsecondary education. The shortage isn't just a labor market issue; it's a risk to the nation's innovation capacity and economic competitiveness.So how do we inspire underrepresented students to see themselves in STEM before they ever step foot in a college classroom?In the latest episode of DisruptED, host Ron J Stefanski sits down with Bryan Kelly, Senior Director of Data Products at Microsoft, for a powerful conversation about how early exposure, self-learning, and storytelling are reshaping the future of STEM education. From his own unconventional journey to the launch of a STEM-themed book series, Kelly shares why reaching kids before college is key—and how data can be a gateway to self-empowerment.Key takeaways from the episode…Self-Taught to Microsoft: Kelly shares how self-guided learning and determination took him from bookstores to building enterprise-level data products.Early STEM Exposure is Critical: He argues that encouraging Black and brown students to pursue tech must start before college to prevent disillusionment and dropouts.Storytelling as STEM Evangelism: Kelly introduces his new book, Cass Freeman: Decision Trees, a coming-of-age story that weaves real-world data science into a relatable, authentic narrative.Bryan Kelly is a data and technology executive with over 15 years of leadership experience, currently serving as Senior Director of Data Products at Microsoft. He has led global teams of 100+ and managed $80M budgets across enterprise e-commerce, SaaS, marketing tech, and data strategy, with a consistent focus on operational excellence, data governance, and scalable architecture. Previously holding senior roles at Samsung and co-founding Montlake Labs, Kelly combines deep technical expertise with a proven track record in revenue growth, analytics innovation, and cross-functional collaboration.

As the demand for diverse, tech-savvy talent accelerates, the way we spark interest in STEM among underrepresented youth is evolving. At a time when fewer than 1% of venture capital dollars go to Black-led startups and authentic representation in tech remains scarce, books, media, and mentorship are becoming unconventional yet powerful tools for change. Increasingly, leaders in technology are realizing that early, culturally relevant exposure—not just curriculum—can ignite lifelong passion and close persistent equity gaps in STEM fields.So, how do we transform STEM from an intimidating field into an accessible, relatable journey, especially for kids who've never seen themselves in tech?In the second episode of this two-part series on DisruptED, host Ron J Stefanski continues his conversation with Bryan Kelly, Senior Director of Data Products at Microsoft. They explore Kelly's new young adult book, Cass Freeman: Decision Trees, and the vision behind using fiction as a tool to demystify data science and inspire youth of color to see themselves as future technologists. The episode dives into why stories like Cass' are critical—and how they're part of a broader movement reshaping the culture of innovation from the ground up.Key takeaways from the episode…Fiction as STEM On-Ramp: Kelly explains how Cass Freeman offers readers ages 12–18 an authentic, digestible introduction to data science through narrative and real-world challenges.Tech Meets Culture: The book intentionally represents underrepresented communities in tech, helping young readers see that they belong in spaces where big data, algorithms, and AI are shaping the future.From Books to Movements: Initiatives like Black Tech Saturdays and mentorship stories featured in the episode show how grassroots efforts create thriving ecosystems for diverse representation in tech in places like Detroit.Bryan Kelly is a seasoned technology executive with over 15 years of leadership in data products, analytics, and enterprise platforms, currently serving as Senior Director of Data Products at Microsoft. He has led large-scale global teams and driven strategy across SaaS, marketing technology, and operations, managing budgets upwards of $80M. Known for his expertise in data governance, architecture, and digital transformation, Kelly combines technical fluency with business acumen to deliver measurable innovation and operational excellence at scale.

In this episode of Turpentine VC, Erik Torenberg interviews Lauren Farleigh and Zach Perret from Mischief VC, discussing their experiences as founders and how they leveraged those to build their venture firm. — 

Show Notes:Coach Bill Courtney is not just the man behind an $80M company, bestselling book, and an Oscar-winning film. He's a living example of what it means to lead with humility, heart, and service. In this deeply moving and power-packed conversation, Rudi sits down with Coach Bill to talk about what true leadership looks like—starting at home, expanding into our communities, and rejecting the divisive noise of modern culture.From growing up in trauma to transforming a failing football program in inner-city Memphis, Coach Bill shares how servant leadership can radically change lives. Tune in to hear the story behind Undefeated, his transformative work with Manassas High School, the importance of prayer and family values, and why it's time to reclaim our country's narrative—one “normal” person at a time. In this episode, you'll learn:True leadership starts with service, not self-promotion.You don't have to be extraordinary to make an extraordinary impact.Reclaiming cultural unity begins with individual action and integrity.Leadership at home—especially in marriage and parenting—is foundational.You don't need permission to lead, teach, or serve. Just start where you are.

In this episode, we interview Andrew Marquis, the #7 loan officer on the Scotsman's Guide, who grew his production by over $100 million in one year. Learn how he's turning a tough market into massive opportunity—and how you can, too.   Here's what you'll discover:   Andrew's mindset shift that helped him grow in a down market (and how you can adopt it today). His exact strategy for outpacing referral partner attrition and adding $80M+ producing agents to his network. How he uses a simple, value-driven script to book meetings with top real estate agents—even when they say “not now.”   If you're a loan officer looking to grow your referral network, boost lead volume, and build lasting partnerships in today's market—don't miss this episode.   Listen now, subscribe, and leave a comment to let Andrew know what stood out to you!

With a plethora of new releases this week, Ryan and Matthew have our episode packed with insights. Join us for all the box office and audience analysis for King of Kings, The Amateur, Warfare, Drop, and discussions of Minecraft's success and whether there's a place in exhibiton for ‘rowdy' film sessions.Topics and times:New releases box office overview - 2:06Minecraft repeat visitation and marketing recommendations - 3:24Is there a place for ‘rowdy' sessions? - 4:14New releases and holdovers - 6:06King of Kings audience analysis - 6:50Breaking out beyond the faith-based audience - 8:25Angel Studios' The Angel Guild - 10:21The Amateur box office and audience analysis - 12:09Marketing recommendations for The Amateur - 14:49Warfare box office and audience - 16:07Drop box office and audience - 18:45Next week - 20:57Find us at https://www.linkedin.com/company/vista-group-limited/, and follow lifeatvistagroup on InstagramBox Office Overview:A Minecraft Movie grossed a further $78.5M domestically making for a 52% drop. Internationally it grossed $80M, bringing it to a worldwide cumulative total of $550M.King of Kings debuted at 2nd position domestically with $19.5M.The Amateur debuted to $15M domestically and $17.2M from 52 international markets for a global opening of $32.2MWarfare grossed $8.3M domestically and $96K from 12 international markets.Drop rounded out the top five with $7.5M domestically.

A prolific striker and an 19 year old sensational are the topic of rumours today! To buy wolfie a Coffee Click Here: https://buymeacoffee.com/forestfantv Join us on Forest Fan TV as we dive into the latest transfer buzz surrounding the Reds ahead of the summer window. Our top story focuses on Greek striker Vangelis Pavlidis, who's been lighting up the Portuguese league with Benfica. With an impressive goal-scoring record this season, Pavlidis has caught Forest's eye, but his hefty €80M release clause might be a stretch. Could the Greek connection with Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis play a role in making this dream move a reality? We break down the chances, his fit in Nuno's system, and whether Forest could negotiate a deal below that blockbuster price tag. Drop your thoughts in the comments – is Pavlidis the answer to our striker search? In our second story, we're talking about Como's red-hot winger Assane Diao, who's turning heads in Serie A just months after his January move from Real Betis. The 19-year-old Senegalese star has already notched 8 goals and 4 assists, drawing interest from heavyweights like Manchester United and Juventus. With a reported £35M price tag, Forest face stiff competition to land this exciting talent, but his pace and flair could be a game-changer for the Reds. Should Forest splash the cash to beat the big boys to Diao's signature, or is it too soon for him to make the Premier League leap? Let us know what you think below and subscribe for all the latest Forest transfer updates! #nffc #benfica #transfernews Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of A SENSe of Wellness podcast host, Susan Greeley, and co-founder of Feed.fm, Dr. Lauren Pufpaf, have a conversation about how music contributes to our daily wellness.   More About Lauren Pufpaf Lauren Pufpaf is the Co-Founder, COO, and President of Feed.fm, a B2B music platform for consumer and retail brands, including American Eagle Outfitters, the Golden State Warriors, and Lululemon Studio. With 20+ years of experience scaling companies, Lauren has led multiple companies through Series B rounds, fueling its growth and success over nearly a decade. Throughout her career, Lauren has scaled businesses to $100M, raised over $80M in venture funding, and advised dozens of founders on successful capital raises. Under her leadership, Feed.fm has been recognized as Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies of 2024, Inc. Magazine's Power Partner, and an innovator in music tech by the Music Business Association.

Here's the first half of our recording of Monday's Gaslit Nation Salon with Dr. Lisa Corrigan, author of Prison Power: How Prison Politics Influenced the Movement for Black Liberation, and Black Feelings: Race and Affect in the Long Sixties. Dr. Corrigan is the Director of the Gender Studies Program at the University of Arkansas, and Affiliate Faculty in both African & African American Studies and Latin American and Latino Studies. The full discussion was over two hours, with Dr. Corrigan staying on to answer listeners' questions. Patreon supporters can find the full two-hour video recording of our discussion at Patreon.com/Gaslit. See you at Monday's salon at 4pm ET with Rise and Resist!  If you need to channel your rage and grief, especially after this recording, be sure to read Gaslit Nation's book of the month, From Dictatorship to Democracy by Gene Sharp, which has inspired revolts around the world. Consider contributing in any way you can to crucial state races like Josh Weil's campaign in Florida and Judge Susan Crawford for the Wisconsin Supreme Court race. Every act of love and solidarity for our families and communities—whether it's showing up to protests, making calls, or donating what you can—makes a real difference. Gaslit Nation's salon on Monday at 4pm will be co-hosted by Rise and Resist, the protest group haunting Elon Musk's nightmares. Want to enjoy Gaslit Nation ad-free? Join our community of listeners for bonus shows, ad-free episodes, exclusive Q&A sessions, our group chat, invites to live events like our Monday political salons at 4pm ET over Zoom, and more! Sign up at Patreon.com/Gaslit!   EVENTS AT GASLIT NATION: March 31 4pm ET – Gaslit Nation Book Club: From Dictatorship to Democracy: A Conceptual Framework for Liberation, which informed revolts in Ukraine, the Arab Spring, Hong Kong, and beyond  NEW! April 7 4pm ET – Security Committee Presents at the Gaslit Nation Salon. Don't miss it!  Indiana-based listeners launched a Signal group for others in the state to join, available on Patreon. Florida-based listeners are going strong meeting in person. Be sure to join their Signal group, available on Patreon. Have you taken Gaslit Nation's HyperNormalization Survey Yet? Gaslit Nation Salons take place Mondays 4pm ET over Zoom and the first ~40 minutes are recorded and shared on Patreon.com/Gaslit for our community  Show Notes: Meet Dr. Lisa Corrigan https://gender-studies.uark.edu/directory.php?uid=lcorriga Prison Power How Prison Influenced the Movement for Black Liberation https://www.upress.state.ms.us/Books/B/Black-Feelings Black Feelings Race and Affect in the Long Sixties https://www.upress.state.ms.us/Books/B/Black-Feelings Trump and Musk pluck $80M in funding authorized by Congress from NYC's bank account: The federal government took funds from the city's bank account and called it a “clawback” of taxpayer money. A lot of other people would call it stealing. https://www.msnbc.com/top-stories/latest/trump-elon-musk-new-york-city-fema-funds-rcna192255 From Dictatorship to Democracy: https://archive.org/details/from_dictatorship_to_democracy_1306_librivox Josh Weil for Congress https://joshweil.us/ Judge Crawford for Wisconsin Supreme Court https://www.crawfordforwi.com/    

Today's Flash Back Friday episode is form #711 that originally aired on Feb. 26 2024. Saul Zenkevicius is the managing partner and CEO of Brait Fund, a commercial investment group based in the Chicago land area that focuses in both value-add industrial and retail investments. Saul has built a reputable career in the Commercial Real Estate sector over the past 15 years. As a principal and owner, he has been personally involved in over 200 transactions, emphasizing his hands-on approach in the industry. Over the past five years, Saul has established a Commercial Real Estate portfolio valued at $80M, covering an impressive 1.2M square feet. Highlights: 6:53 - Saul's Push From Residential to Industrial 14:17 - What a Typical Industrial Deal Looks Like 26:20 - Creating Mall / Determining The Use 33:14 - "Before I Buy" 39:00 - The Beauty of Truck Parking Facilities Quote: "I want to buy something and double it's value with my efforts." Connect with Saul: substack   Recommended Resources: Accredited Investors, you're invited to Join the Cashflow Investor Club to learn how you can partner with Kevin Bupp on current and upcoming opportunities to create passive cash flow and build wealth. Join the Club! If you're a high net worth investor with capital to deploy in the next 12 months and you want to build passive income and wealth with a trusted partner, go to InvestWithKB.com for opportunities to invest in real estate projects alongside Kevin and his team.  Looking for the ultimate guide to passive investing? Grab a copy of my latest book, The Cash Flow Investor at KevinBupp.com.  Tap into a wealth of free information on Commercial Real Estate Investing by listening to past podcast episodes at KevinBupp.com/Podcast.

Anurag Goel, Founder/CEO of Render, joins Adam to discuss what they're doing to solve cloud problems for application developers. They just raised $80M they don't even need and they're poised to solve boring problems like object storage, and less boring things like building for the AI era.

Anurag Goel, Founder/CEO of Render, joins Adam to discuss what they're doing to solve cloud problems for application developers. They just raised $80M they don't even need and they're poised to solve boring problems like object storage, and less boring things like building for the AI era.

In this episode of 'The Wisdom Of' Show, host Simon Bowen explores entrepreneurial wisdom with Carl Hartmann, a multi-award-winning Australian serial entrepreneur known for co-founding Temando, Compono, and Lyre's Non-Alcoholic Spirit Co. From leading distributed teams to creating companies capable of deca-million-dollar exits, Carl shares invaluable insights on scaling businesses and fostering innovation while maintaining unwavering optimism through challenges.Ready to unlock your leadership potential and drive real change? Join Simon's exclusive masterclass on The Models Method. Learn how to articulate your unique value and create scalable impact: https://thesimonbowen.com/masterclassEpisode Breakdown 00:00 Introduction and background 05:13 Looking for overlooked opportunities 10:46 Managing distributed teams across countries 18:58 Output over hours: New paradigm for success 25:44 Unwavering belief in entrepreneurship 33:44 Post-exit wisdom and team dynamics 38:35 Health and leadership performance 45:13 Future implications and conclusionsAbout Carl Hartmann Carl Hartmann is a prominent Australian serial entrepreneur who has revolutionized multiple industries through his innovative companies. As co-founder of Temando, he raised over $56M in funding before a successful acquisition by Neopost S.A. His data-driven talent platform Compono has raised $30M, while Lyre's Spirit Co has secured over $80M in funding and become the most awarded non-alcoholic spirit company globally, available in over 100 countries.As an adjunct Professor of Entrepreneurship & Innovation at the University of Queensland, Carl continues to share his expertise while serving as a Non-Executive Director on several boards. His achievements include being named IBM Global Entrepreneur of the Year Australia and Asia Pacific winner, as well as EY Entrepreneur of the Year Regional Winner.Connect with Carl HartmannLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlhartmann/About Simon Bowen Simon has spent over two decades working with influential leaders across complex industries. His focus is on elevating thinking in organizations, recognizing that success is directly proportional to the quality of thinking and ideas within a business. Simon leads the renaissance of thinking through his work with global leaders and organizations.Connect with SimonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonbowen-mm/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialsimonbowen/Website: https://thesimonbowen.com/Get Simon Bowen's Personal Newsletter for Leaders, Thinkers, and Entrepreneurs!

Friday, February 14th, 2025Today, the federal prosecutor handling Eric Adams' case has offered her resignation in protest of Emil Bove ordering her to drop the charges; RFK Jr has been confirmed by the Senate to destroy the health of Americans; the Office of Personnel Management has ordered agencies to fire all probationary employees; the secretary of the VA Doug Collins has ordered all pride flags removed from facilities; the Kansas governor has vetoed a ban on gender affirming care for minors; the fork in the road deferred resignation program has officially ended (the steps); feds have seized $80M of FEMA aid appropriated to New York; the measles outbreak in Texas was completely preventable; Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro has filed suit against the Trump administration over the spending freeze on grants and loans; and Allison and delivers your Good News.Guest: John FugelsangTell Me Everything - John FugelsangThe John Fugelsang PodcastSiriusXM ProgressThe Sexy Liberal Save The World Comedy TourSexy LiberalThank You AG1New AG1 subscribers: Go to drinkAG1.com/dailybeans for a FREE $76 gift when you sign up. You'll get a Welcome Kit, a bottle of D3K2 AND 5 free travel packs in your first box. Thank You Helix27% Off Sitewide + 2 Free Dream Pillows + a Free Bedding Bundle with any Luxe or Elite Mattress Order when you go to HelixSleep.com/dailybeans.Stories:Federal prosecutors in New York and Washington resign after refusing to drop Adams charges - Tom Winter, Jonathan Dienst, Ryan J. Reilly and Laura Jarrett | NBC NewsFeds seized $80 million in FEMA funds given to NYC to house migrants, city comptroller says - Jennifer Bisram | CBS New YorkMeasles outbreak in Texas was "completely preventable," infectious disease expert says - Sara Moniuszko, David Higgins | CBS NewsPennsylvania governor sues over Trump administration spending freeze on grants, loans - Marc Levy | ABC NewsKansas governor vetoes gender-affirming care ban for minors; Republicans ready for override - ANNA KAMINSKI | Kansas ReflectorGood Trouble:VA Pride Flags - by Allison GillFederal 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. Check out muellershewrote.com for my interview with a systems security expert about the massive breach at opm.gov caused by Elon MuskFrom The Good NewsStriking Providence Oregon nurses reject tentative deal in voteSeattle Chapter – Sonic GuildThe Sonic Guild Grant Celebration @ Mainstage Theatre - Feb 22, 2025, 7:30PMShart Tank - PodcastSeattle Humane SocietyAdopt Chuckie Cheese!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! 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

40 million baby boomers are retiring in the next 6 years... And many of them own outdated boutique hotels that haven't been renovated in decades... ...creating an incredible opportunity for modern operators to build wealth! That's why I interviewed Rich Somers, who's already capitalizing on this massive opportunity... He transformed a $1.5M hotel into a $4.5M asset in just 12 months, through simple operational changes. And in today's episode, he's revealing his exact system so you can do it too… Rich has built an $80M portfolio by targeting properties others overlooked, and now controls multiple boutique hotels across coastal California. In today's episode, he breaks down: Why Airbnb regulations are creating perfect market conditions How to triple revenue through modern operations The exact financing strategies that work right now Which markets to target (and which ones to avoid) Why coastal California offers unique advantages Plus, he reveals the two deadliest mistakes in hotel investing that can sink your deal... If you want to learn how to spot massive opportunities that others are too scared to touch listen to the episode now. Take Control, Hunter Thompson Resources mentioned in the episode: Instagram Podcast Website Interested in learning how to take your capital raising game to the next level? Meet us at Capital Raiser's Edge. Learn more here: https://raisingcapital.com/cre

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Kohl's Reduces Corporate Workforce by 10% – Under new CEO Ashley Buchanan, Kohl's is cutting 200 corporate jobs and closing 27 stores as part of a strategy shift to improve efficiency and profitability.Starbucks Reports Signs of Recovery – Starbucks' same-store sales decline slows to 4% as new CEO Brian Niccol pushes menu simplifications, faster service, and the elimination of nondairy milk surcharges.The Container Store Exits Chapter 11 Bankruptcy – Now privately owned by its lenders, The Container Store sheds $88M in debt and secures $80M in new financing, aiming for strategic growth in a competitive retail market.Stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!

What does it take to turn underperforming properties into multimillion-dollar boutique hotel investments? In this episode of The Rich Somers Report, Rich joins Tim Hubbard on the Short Term Rental Riches podcast to share the journey of building a thriving hotel business from scratch. From cashing out his 401K to owning an $80M portfolio, Rich dives deep into the strategies that helped him scale with precision and purpose.Rich breaks down:How boutique hotels differ from short-term rentals and why they're a scalable investment model.The step-by-step approach to identifying underperforming assets and creating massive value.Leveraging seller financing and bridge loans to minimize upfront costs and maximize ROI.Why the next decade offers unprecedented opportunities with the largest wealth transfer in history.Packed with actionable insights, this episode explores the mindset and strategies needed to succeed in boutique hotel investing—even in today's market. Whether you're scaling from short-term rentals or starting fresh, this conversation delivers the blueprint for building wealth through hospitality.--Ready to build your boutique hotel portfolio and take your investing to the next level? Unlock our proven system by joining the Boutique Hotel Mastermind Community. Reserve your spot for a free consultation today: www.hotelinvesting.com. If you're committed to scaling your personal brand and achieving 7-figure success, it's time to level up with the 7 Figure Creator Mastermind Community. Book your exclusive intro call today at www.the7figurecreator.com and gain access to the strategies that will accelerate your growth.Want to invest with Somers Capital and take advantage of high-performing boutique hotel opportunities? Learn more about how to get involved: www.somerscapital.com/invest. Need expert management for your short-term rentals or boutique hotel? Experience unmatched service by scheduling a free consultation with Excelsior Stays today: www.excelsiorstays.com/management.

If you've ever wondered how to scale your short-term rental business or pivot into a new real estate niche, boutique hotels might be the perfect opportunity for you. Boutique hotel investing combines the fundamentals of STRs—guest experience, revenue management, and location—but on a much larger scale. And the best part? Unlike single-family STRs, boutique hotels are valued based on income, not comps, giving you more control over asset appreciation. In this episode of Short Term Rental Riches, Tim interviews Rich Somers, a seasoned real estate investor with an $80M portfolio of boutique hotels. Rich shares his journey from managing Airbnbs to acquiring and renovating underperforming boutique hotels in some of the most competitive markets. Along the way, he highlights essential strategies, like leveraging seller financing, navigating Airbnb regulations, and mastering SEO and direct bookings. Whether you're just starting in real estate investing or are a seasoned STR operator, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you grow your portfolio while maximizing guest experience and revenue. In this episode, you'll learn: STRs vs. Boutique Hotels: Boutique hotels offer scale and operational control, and their valuation is based on income instead of comparable properties. This allows investors to force appreciation by increasing revenue. Creative Financing Strategies: Many boutique hotels are owned outright by baby boomers, creating unique opportunities for seller financing. Offering flexible terms can help you close deals faster. Airbnb Regulations Are an Advantage: Tight short-term rental regulations in many cities are driving demand back to boutique hotels. Choosing markets with strict Airbnb rules can create high occupancy and premium rates. Direct Bookings & SEO: Focusing on direct bookings through SEO and social media marketing can reduce reliance on OTAs (Airbnb, Vrbo) and significantly boost your bottom line. Overcoming Challenges: From high-interest bridge loans to unexpected renovations, boutique hotels require proper contingency planning and operational excellence to mitigate risks.   The boutique hotel space is rapidly growing, and as Rich Somers explained, it's one of the best ways to scale your portfolio while navigating strict Airbnb regulations and a high-interest rate environment. Whether you're leveraging seller financing, using bridge loans, or refining your guest experience strategy, the potential for forced appreciation and profitability is massive in boutique hotels. Need help managing your short-term rental and you don't want to go it alone? Shoot us a message here and we'll see if we can help. Are you enjoying the podcast? Please subscribe, leave a rating and a review, and share it! This helps us reach others that may find the info helpful as well. You can find all of our links here including our website, recommended resources, upcoming live event, short-term rental playbook, Instagram, and more!

“Ce changement de marque, c'est gros pour nous. On n'est pas Amazon, mais on a tout refait de A à Z, de la signature de mail en passant par les sacs en boutique, le site web et le logo”.Laurent Kretz retrouve 2 ans après leur première rencontre Mickaël Austruy, responsable e-commerce & digital de la marque de streetwear Projet X Paris (aujourd'hui PXP). Depuis le premier enregistrement, elle a connu une belle croissance (80M de CA en 2024) et un rebranding, martelant son côté culture et multipliant les collaborations dans la musique, le gaming et même les séries. Mickael nous donne aussi des conseils pour cartonner au Black Friday, faire évoluer sa stack technique ou encore s'exporter à l'international en misant sur les bonnes marketplaces.Dans ce nouvel épisode du Panier, vous trouverez des clés pour :00:00:00 - Intro00:11:15 - Gérer la pression marketing et son architecture technique pour le Black Friday ; 00:17:45 - Segmenter son audience SMS en fonction du taux d'activité avec la marque ; 00:29:00 - Opérer un virage omnicanal plus long que prévu pour mutualiser ses stocks ; 00:42:20 - Réussir la migration de ses outils sans changer le quotidien de ses équipes opérationnelles ; 00:50:30 - Activer son audience en fonction de ses préférences de canal de communication ; 00:55:40 - Collaborer avec des stars locales pour gagner en traction à l'international. ;01:01:00 - Faire un rebranding pour se positionner comme l'étoile directrice du streetwear et booster la pertinence de sa marque ; 00:17:00 - Chercher de la croissance à l'export sans faire trop de dépense média en allant sur les bonnes marketplaces.Pour en savoir plus sur les références abordées dans l'épisode :Hors-série avec PrestaShop : Omnicanalité, souplesse technique et un CA de 40M€, avec Mickaël Austruy de Project X Paris#320 - AllTricks : D'un garage au board de Décathlon : l'incroyable aventure à 220M de CA#273 - Etam : Digitaliser les magasins et humaniser le digital pour une expérience omnicanale 5 étoilesSoirée PXP avec le Wu Tang ClanOne stockTinyCluesGetUbuReversiaEt quelques dernières infos à vous partager : Suivez Le Panier sur Instagram lepanier.podcast !Inscrivez- vous à la newsletter sur leanier.io pour cartonner en e-comm ! Écoutez les épisodes sur Apple Podcasts, Spotify ou encore Podcast AddictLe Panier est un podcast produit par CosaVostra, du label Orso Media.

Own real estate and ready to buy your first boutique hotel? Let's talk—get on a call and start your journey before the year ends: www.hotelinvesting.com.Is this the time to invest, or should you wait? Tyler Deveraux believes the next 3–6 months are critical for investors ready to capitalize on opportunities created by the biggest wealth transfer in history. He breaks down proven strategies like value-add boutique hotels, ADUs, and luxury short-term rentals—offering insights on how to unlock hidden potential in today's market.Rich Somers adds his own perspective, sharing how he turned a 401K into an $80M portfolio by mastering the art of raising and multiplying capital. From bold decision-making to building a personal brand that attracts opportunities, Tyler and Rich uncover the mindset shifts essential for sustained growth—even in challenging times.Packed with actionable strategies and inspiration, this episode equips you with the tools to stop waiting and start building the wealth you've been chasing.--Ready to build your boutique hotel portfolio and take your investing to the next level? Unlock our proven system by joining the Boutique Hotel Mastermind Community. Reserve your spot for a free consultation today: www.hotelinvesting.com. If you're committed to scaling your personal brand and achieving 7-figure success, it's time to level up with the 7 Figure Creator Mastermind Community. Book your exclusive intro call today at www.the7figurecreator.com and gain access to the strategies that will accelerate your growth.Want to invest with Somers Capital and take advantage of high-performing boutique hotel opportunities? Learn more about how to get involved: www.somerscapital.com/invest. Need expert management for your short-term rentals or boutique hotel? Experience unmatched service by scheduling a free consultation with Excelsior Stays today: www.excelsiorstays.com/management.

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Matt Cohen and John Ruffolo discuss Neo Financial's $80M funding and the concerns surrounding Tencent's involvement, Hopper's layoffs as it pivots to B2B partnerships, and Elon Musk's dual moves with his Department of Government Efficiency and X.AI's stock offering. They also explore the implications of ServiceTitan's IPO ratchet clause and Wealthsimple's $100M secondary share purchase ahead of a potential IPO.(01:13) Neo Financial's Tencent ControversyNeo Financial's $80M equity financing revealed Tencent Holdings as a lead investor, sparking concerns about Chinese involvement in Canadian financial services.* Tencent is a passive investor with no board seat or sensitive data access, but the lack of transparency raised questions.* John's Take: “If safeguards are in place, why not openly embrace a credible investor like Tencent? Mishandling the PR has fueled unnecessary suspicion.”(04:39) Hopper's Layoffs and Strategic PivotHopper cuts 10% of its workforce, following a 30% reduction last year, as it shifts focus to B2B partnerships with firms like Capital One and Uber.* B2B now accounts for two-thirds of Hopper's revenue.* John's Analysis: AI could transform Hopper's operations, but revenue compression and dependency on Expedia create challenges.(09:53) Musk's Moves: DOGE and XAIElon Musk enlists Sriram Krishnan for his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) initiative while leveraging his X.AI venture to benefit Twitter investors.* DOGE: Musk's team focuses on reducing government inefficiency through red tape reduction, technology adoption, and spending optimization.* X.AI Stake Offering: Musk grants a 25% stake in X.AI to Twitter investors to offset valuation losses post-acquisition.* John's Insight: “Musk is creating an interconnected ecosystem where partners benefit from his entire portfolio, a brilliant move to maintain loyalty and long-term value.”(06:00) Wealthsimple's Secondary TransactionsWealthsimple purchased $100M in employee shares at a $5B valuation, positioning for a potential IPO.* Signals: Minimal gap between common and preferred shares indicates readiness for public markets.* Performance: Reportedly cash flow breakeven, driven by a strong crypto portfolio and $8B AUM.* Matt's Take: “This secondary move shows maturity and sets the stage for long-term growth under new leadership.”(18:29) ServiceTitan's Ratchet Clause and IPO ImpactServiceTitan's IPO is propelled by a compounding ratchet clause from its Series H funding.* What's a Ratchet? Investors get more shares if IPO valuation falls below a set threshold, diluting existing shareholders.* John's Take: “Compounding ratchets penalize employees and distort economic interests. They're a clear sign of investor concerns during the funding crunch.”Follow Matt Cohen and Tank Talks here!Podcast production support provided by Agentbee.ai 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

Are you letting fear of failure stop you from taking that crucial first step? Rich Somers breaks down why success in business and real estate is all about the “at-bats” and how taking action, even in the face of mistakes, can lead you to winning big.Rich talks about his personal journey, from making mistakes on his first real estate deals to scaling his portfolio to $80M in assets under management. He emphasizes how the key to growth is making decisions, learning from failures, and gaining experience through consistent action—whether it's buying your first real estate deal, launching your business, or putting out that first piece of content.If you're ready to stop waiting for the "perfect" moment and start taking action, this episode will show you how embracing risk and staying consistent can skyrocket your success and accelerate your journey to achieving big results.--Interested in learning more about how to build your boutique hotel portfolio? Dive into our proven process by joining the Boutique Hotel Mastermind Community. Book a free call here: www.hotelinvesting.com.Looking to elevate your personal brand to the next level? Join The 7 Figure Creator Mastermind Community. Book your free intro call today at www.the7figurecreator.com and discover the strategies that will transform your success.Interested in investing with Somers Capital? Visit www.somerscapital.com/invest to learn more. Looking for STR/Boutique Hotel Management? Schedule a free consultation at www.excelsiorstays.com/management.

Today, we're unlocking the full potential of your brain—starting with Bryan Johnson's Blueprint for longevity and brain optimization. We're revisiting our conversation with Bryan, the creator of the Don't Die movement (among many other things), to explore how his groundbreaking approach to brain health and biohacking is reshaping the future of longevity. First, we dive into Bryan's mission to make brain monitoring as easy as tracking blood glucose, using his Blueprint protocol to measure and optimize cognitive performance for better health and wellness. Then, we tackle the deeper side of biohacking—longevity, societal reactions to living longer, and how to handle critics when you're pushing the limits of human potential. Finally, Bryan shares his personal journey—investing $80M into brain science, building the Blueprint for optimal living, and discovering the power of community and lifelong friendships for a long, vibrant life. This episode will change the way you think about brain health and the future of humanity. Sponsors: Zbiotics | Go to https://zbiotics.com/DAVE for 15% off your first order. Our Place | Head to https://fromourplace.com/ and use the code DAVE for 10% off your order. Resources: Bryan Johnson's Blueprint Protocol: https://blueprint.bryanjohnson.com/ Bryan Johnson's Don't Die Movement: https://dontdie.bryanjohnson.com/ Bryan Johnson's Kernel: https://www.kernel.com/ Bryan Johnson's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bryanjohnson_ Bryan Johnson's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bryan_johnson_ Dave Asprey's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/daveasprey Dave Asprey's Book ‘Smarter Not Harder' is out now: https://daveasprey.com/books Danger Coffee by Dave Asprey: https://www.instagram.com/dangercoffeeofficial/ Supplements by Dave Asprey: https://shopsuppgradelabs.com Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live – Upgrade Collective: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com Own an Upgrade Labs: https://ownanupgradelabs.com Timestamps and Highlights: 00:00 Introduction and Bold Claims 00:39 Meet Bryan Johnson: The Neuroscience Pioneer 01:23 Kernel: Revolutionizing Brain Measurement 05:51 Biohacking and Longevity 07:30 Facing Criticism and Staying Resilient 16:06 Media Training Insights 19:49 Personal Reflections and Relationships 34:37 Exercise and Longevity 44:46 Optimizing Brain-Body Interface 45:25 Longevity Hacks and Driving Preferences 45:48 Debating Olive Oil and Saturated Fats 46:52 The Blueprint Approach to Health 48:38 Testing and Metrics in Health 52:22 Testosterone and Hormone Protocols 56:27 Exploring Semen Retention 01:00:44 Body Hair and Aesthetics 01:04:26 Psychedelics and Consciousness 01:08:32 Audience Q&A and Final Thoughts See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rich is interviewed by Ryan Bakke on the LearnLikeACPA podcast where Rich shares his journey cashing out his 401k to buy his first couple of deals, and scaling to $80M, through the real estate investing space and his approach to investments and deals. Ryan Bakke is a real estate tax strategist, and also a investor in the Somers Capital Boutique Hotel Fund.--Connect with Rich on Instagram: @rich_somersInterested in investing with Somers Capital? Visit www.somerscapital.com/invest to learn more.Interested in joining The 7 Figure Creator Mastermind? Visit www.the7figurecreator.com to book a free intro call. Interested in joining our Boutique Hotel Mastermind? Visit www.somerscapital.com/mastermind to book a free call.

Alien Romulus is the new Alien movie directed by Fede Alvarez. How did the first reactions fare for the film? How will it do? Speaking of Box Office Predictions, how will Beetlejuice 2 do? A new report has it estimated at 70-80M opening weekend. Will it be the biggest September draw so far? Skeleton Crew trailer thoughts as well as Kraven and Lord Of The Rings. Will these actually be decent? Join Kristian, Steph and Mike on this episode of the Big Thing.  #kraven #lotr #alien #alienromulus #sequels #reactions  OUR SPONSORS: HIMS: ● Start your free online visit today at http://www.Hims.com/BIGTHING  Plarium: RAID Shadow Legends https://bit.ly/RAID_TheKristianHarloff TUSHY: Stay shower-fresh all summer long and join the 2 million butts who already switched to TUSHY! For a limited time, our listeners get 10% off their first bidet order when you use code BIGTHING at checkout. https://hellotushy.com/BIGTHING LIQUID IV: Indulge in hydration this summer with Liquid I.V. Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to http://www.LIQUIDIV.com and use code BIGTHING at checkout.  

Assassination attempt on Donald Trump, RIP Richard Simmons, Alec Baldwin's Rust case dismissed, Bronny James can't shoot, Abraham Lincoln outed, and a trip down Ray and Pete memory lane. Check out the latest Call Sam Chopper Shop episode. Celebrity Deaths: RIP Shelly Duvall. RIP Alf's Brian Tanner aka Benji Gregory. RIP Dave (not Kenny) Loggins. RIP Dr. Ruth. RIP Richard Simmons. RIP Shannen Doherty. Politics: We go live on YouTube following the assassination attempt on Donald Trump at his rally in Pennsylvania Saturday night. Joe Biden had a few gaffes over the last few days. RIP Corey Comperatore. Dan Bongino really popped off. Radio is editing Joe Biden interviews. Alex Jones has all the answers. “Goodest” or “good as”? Shooter Thomas Crooks is the biggest loser possibly ever. Stormy Daniels still needs your money. Sharon Stone is SO desperate these days. Lisa Rinna also needs your attention. Check out the Griffin Claw GoFundMe to have Drew meet Corey Feldman. Abraham Lincoln is being fully outed as homosexual against his will. The Republican National Convention starts Monday. Sports: Some boring soccer game is going on right now. Bronny James scored 8 points on 14 shots. Good for him! We check out Harvey Danger's version of Save It for Later. Alec Baldwin wins big in court as his “Rust” case is dismissed with prejudice. He should win an Oscar for his reaction video. The ESPY's are the most pointless show in the history of television and Prince Harry was honored. Harrison Butker was clowned. Nikki Glaser killed it again. Patrick Mahomes knocked up his wife again. This chick unloads on her man in an airport. Maren Morris showed her clam live on stage. Eminem's new album dropped. Devin Scillian and Kimberly Gill make a cameo. We reminisce about the wonderful Ray & Pete. Former Red Wing, Greg Johnson, had CTE when he committed suicide. Miami Dolphin WR Tyreek Hill has ANOTHER brat. LaraJuicyTV is trying to fart her way to Hawk Tuah fame. Another easy $80M for Dax Shepard as he signs with Wondery after his Spotify deal ended. Visit Our Presenting Sponsor Hall Financial – Michigan's highest rated mortgage company If you'd like to help support the show… consider subscribing to our YouTube Page, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (The Drew Lane Show, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley and BranDon).