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In this transformative episode of The ME Show, host Ali Mehdaoui interviews visionary entrepreneurs Stuart Finger and David D'Arcangelo—the powerhouse duo behind xosialX, a wellness-driven platform set to disrupt traditional affiliate marketing.Together, they dive deep into the mission of xosialX: combining health, wealth, and innovation through simplified tools and a bold new compensation structure called the X-Plan. Listeners will hear firsthand how their bestselling Nutricosmetics products like GlutaMyst™ Glutathione and XanthoMyst Plus™ are making a powerful impact in people's lives—both physically and financially.This conversation is rich with practical insights for aspiring entrepreneurs, touching on themes of empowerment, trust, and community building, while offering an inclusive opportunity for anyone to step into success—no sales background required.

Send us a textIn this episode of Align + Attract, I sit down with Business Astrologer and teacher Kathryn Hocking to explore the beautifully winding journey of building a deeply aligned business. From early pivots, soulful reinventions, and following intuitive nudges to creating a Hay House-published Oracle deck, Kathryn shares how she found her true calling through experimentation, spiritual awakening, and grounded business strategy.We talk about:Why your first idea doesn't have to be the idea—and how Kathryn followed the energy instead of forcing a nicheHer transition from corporate to online course expert to Business Astrologer—and why she believes in building slowly, testing proof of concept, and weaving new work into your existing ecosystemThe difference between soul alignment and market fit (and why you need both)Her journey to publishing the first-ever Business Astrology Oracle Deck with Hay House—and what really goes on behind the scenes with a publisherThis is a rich and inspiring conversation about reinvention, trust, and creating work that is deeply personal and highly scalable.

This week's episode of What's at Stake dives into the evolving world of new media and the rise of independent, online journalists. Penta Group Managing Directors Ylan Mui and Megan Whittemore talk to Mosheh Oinounou, an award-winning executive producer and founder of Mo News, about the impact of the creator economy on journalism, audience trust, and the way we consume information.Their conversation covered:Why authenticity, transparency, and engagement are the new currency of mediaHow traditional journalism values can thrive in a creator-driven ecosystemThe origin story behind Mo News and how it became a go-to source of news on Instagram with over 500,000 followersWhat brands and policymakers need to know when working with digital news influencersYou can follow Mo News online at https://www.mo.news/, on Instagram at @mosheh and on the Mo News podcast.

In this powerful episode, we're joined by Dr. Sheldon McAfee, a leading voice in education and equity, to unpack the shifting landscape of higher education in America. With efforts to dismantle Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs on campuses across the country, what does the future hold for students of color, especially young Black men, whose college enrollment numbers continue to decline?Dr. McAfee brings critical insight into:The political backlash against DEI and what it signals for institutional prioritiesWhy Black male enrollment is shrinking and how it affects the broader educational ecosystemThe role of community colleges, HBCUs, and alternative education paths in this moment of uncertaintySupport the showFB @thespeakherpodcast | IG @camille.essick | camilleessick.com YT: CamilleEssick "Where Innovators & Creators Connect".**I do not own the rights to this music.**

TB Bardlavens, Director of Product Equity at Adobe, joins us for this special edition featuring questions from Made For Us listeners. We discuss what it really means to build technology that works for everyone and how the Product Equity team tackles this challenge across all 137 of Adobe's products. TB also shares how his team shaped Firefly, Adobe's suite of generative AI tools, ensuring that its outputs truly reflect human diversity. Along the way, TB answers listeners' questions on the impact of DEI rollbacks in the US and Adobe's approach to building inclusive global products that respect cultural nuances.Other topics we explore:Why traditional product development often fails to meet human needsHow Adobe is embedding equity and accessibility across its entire product ecosystemThe human case and the business case for product equityThe role of AI in creativity and Adobe's mission to empower, not replace, creativesWant more like this? Get the free Made For Us newsletter for exclusive content and the chance to pose your questions to upcoming guests.Missed last week's episode? AI vs the gender feedback gap---About TB BardlavensTB Bardlavens is chaotic good in its purest form. He is a Gay, Black man from the Carolinas, a highly regarded social intrapreneur, and an advocate for equity in technology and design. He is a Product Executive, Cultural Strategist, Diversity, Equity, and Justice expert, Co-Founder, Writer, and International Speaker and Facilitator.For more than a decade, TB has dedicated his career to dismantling systemic barriers, building and scaling teams, and launching innovative digital products for companies like Microsoft, Meta and Adobe. Learn more about TB Bardlavens: https://www.bardlavens.com/ LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/bardlavens Instagram: https://instagram.com/bardlavens --- Connect with Made for Us on LinkedIn and Instagram.Show notes and transcripts: https://made-for-us.captivate.fm/Newsletter: https://madeforuspodcast.beehiiv.com/

Text me to ask a question, leave a comment or just say hello! Hey doc,I'm pulling back the curtain on my biggest investment of 2024 - $52,600 in coaching. Not a down payment, not a luxury vacation, not private school tuition. I invested this amount in my own growth, and I'm sharing why I consider it the best financial decision I made last year.On today's episode of ✨Stethoscopes and Strollers✨, I share:Why I believe investing in coaching is just as valuable as traditional investmentsThe transformative returns that can't be measured in dollarsHow investing in yourself impacts your entire ecosystemThe real meaning of generational wealth beyond financesWhy peace and joy are worth every pennyThis episode goes beyond just sharing a number. It's about examining our relationship with investing in ourselves and challenging the notion of what makes a "worthwhile" investment. I share my own journey of prioritizing myself and the profound impact it's had on my marriage, children, patient care, and sense of self.Most importantly, investing in your own growth creates lasting transformation that extends far beyond yourself - impacting your children, your practice, and generations to come.If you've ever hesitated to invest in yourself, questioned the value of personal growth work, or needed permission to prioritize your own development, this episode is for you. The Connected Motherhood Experience is more than just another coaching program - it's a sanctuary where Black Physician moms can find true sisterhood, cultivate lasting peace, and create the lives they deserve. If you're ready to move from overwhelm to peace while building meaningful connections with others who truly get it, schedule a Peace and Power session with me. We'll explore what real support could look like for you. Join The Connected Motherhood Experience Community Facebook group - for Black Physician moms actively choosing peace, celebrating wins, and building meaningful connections. ! Remember to subscribe to "Stethoscopes and Strollers" on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode of encouragement and empowerment. Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Connect with me. Website | ...

When we struggle with enrollment, we say things like:“Free pre-K is killing us.”“We lost our grant funding.”“Our city keeps changing the rules.”“The minimum wage keeps increasing. It's destroying our margins.” “Parents only care about price right now.”Schools of Excellence hears you, but we're going to flip this narrative…These are not your real problems. These are symptoms.In today's episode, you will learn the three fundamental barriers actually preventing schools from enrolling families right now:Reactive versus intentional enrollmentIneffective messagingThe lack of an enrollment ecosystemThe good news: You can overcome these barriers and build an enrollment approach so powerful that all the excuses you give become footnotes in your success story.If you're ready to find your way back to enrolling with ease, a natural family referral flow, and a waiting list of families, Schools of Excellence is hosting an interactive workshop — The Daily Profit Plan: Your Hidden Enrollment Engine — Wednesday, February 5th at 2 PM EST. Register now to walk away with your growth plan. https://schoolsofexcellence.com/enrollmentMentioned in this episode:The Daily Profit Plan Workshop — February 5th at 2 PMIf you're ready to find your way back to enrolling with ease, a natural family referral flow, and a waiting list of families, Schools of Excellence is hosting an interactive workshop — The Daily Profit Plan: Your Hidden Enrollment Engine — Wednesday, February 5th at 2 PM EST. Register now to walk away with your growth plan. Daily Profit Plan Workshop

This season will feature conversations with key decision-makers who have to support the journey to a platform or any ecosystem. We will talk to C-suite executives, board members, investors, and others who must be bought into the platform journey. In this episode, Avanish and Dave discuss: Dave's background and what led him to start TidemarkTidemark's VSKP framework on how a Vertical SaaS company can win their category, expand their offerings, and then, for a select few, extend through the value chainWhat it really means to be a control point and why it mattersThe mindset (and perhaps mindset shift) that is required to build a strong ecosystemThe wedges you need to be mindful of and the problems they can cause on your journeyThinking about the varying horizons of your product roadmap and how to synthesize them in actionable paths forwardHow to determine if your team is ready for the platform journeyAnd much more! Host: Avanish SahaiAvanish Sahai is a Tidemark Fellow and has served as a Board Member of Hubspot since April 2018 and of Birdie.ai since April 2022. Previously, Avanish served as the vice president, ISV and Apps partner ecosystem of Google from 2019 until 2021. From 2016 to 2019, he served as the global vice president, ISV and Technology alliances at ServiceNow.  From 2014 to 2015, he was the senior vice president and chief product officer at Demandbase.  Prior to Demandbase, Avanish built and led the Appexchange platform ecosystem team at Salesforce, and was an executive at Oracle and McKinsey & Company, as well as various early-to-mid stage startups in Silicon Valley.About TidemarkTidemark is a venture capital firm, foundation, and community built to serve category-leading technology companies as they scale.  Tidemark was founded in 2021 by David Yuan, who has been investing, advising, and building technology companies for over 20 years.  Learn more at www.tidemarkcap.com.LinksFollow our guest, Dave YuanFollow our host, Avanish SahaiLearn more about Tidemark

In this episode, Jessie Fischer, Founder & CEO of GuestOS and Member of the Board of Yosemite Tourism, shares invaluable lessons about blending hospitality, community, and the outdoors to create unforgettable guest experiences.We cover:Jessie's storyHow to create deeper connections with guestsWhy nature-based experiences are more relevant than everHow engaging with your local community can elevate your businessThe importance of understanding and participating in the broader tourism ecosystemThe unique challenges and benefits of providing hospitality in remote locationsThe role of technology in modern hospitality and the importance of balancing it with natureTips for first-time visitors to Yosemite National ParkJessie's recommendations: "These spots are fantastic if it's your first visit to Yosemite."Glacier PointLower Yosemite FallsTunnel ViewBridalveil FallsTuolumne Meadows Tenaya Lake This episode is brought to you with support from Hireology.Check out our free masterclass with Hireology's CEO, Adam Robinson: How To Hire Great People, Faster.A few more resources: If you're new to Hospitality Daily, start here. You can send me a message here with questions, comments, or guest suggestions If you want to get my summary and actionable insights from each episode delivered to your inbox each day, subscribe here for free. Follow Hospitality Daily and join the conversation on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram. If you want to advertise on Hospitality Daily, here are the ways we can work together. If you found this episode interesting or helpful, send it to someone on your team so you can turn the ideas into action and benefit your business and the people you serve! Music for this show is produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

Danny Hayasaka, the Marketing Director for Call One, joins Craig Durr in this inaugural podcast episode to discuss collaboration in the UC industry.This session includes discussions on the following topics:The importance of a complete collaboration ecosystemThe need for education and guidance for end usersInsights on the vendor communityThe challenges that Danny and Craig face in providing a seamless collaboration experience

In this episode we talk with Adrian Field, the Director of Market Development at OneID, which is a bank-based identity verification product focused on the UK market.We cover a range of topics, including:How they apply a revenue-share model to incentivize banks to participate in their ecosystemThe main use cases they're focusing on in their go-to-market and the drivers that qualify those as good use casesHow Adrian sees the user experience evolving with emerging standards like verifiable credentialsAdrian has a very good grasp on the digital ID ecosystem and is generous sharing his insights after four years working in this space.You can learn more about OneID on their website: https://oneid.uk/.Subscribe to our weekly newsletter for more announcements related to the future of identity at trinsic.id/podcastReach out to Riley (@rileyphughes) and Trinsic (@trinsic_id) on Twitter. We'd love to hear from you.

Gitcoin 2.0 will transform Gitcoin into a decentralized protocol that makes it easy for communities to allocate capital.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Fountain, Overcast, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.In this episode, Laura interviews Meg Lister, GM of Grants Labs at Gitcoin, and Kevin Owocki, co-founder of Gitcoin. They discuss the evolution of Gitcoin from a centralized platform to a decentralized suite of protocols, Gitcoin 2.0, which allows any Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) based ecosystem to fund its public goods. They also talk about the various funding mechanisms available, including quadratic funding, retroactive public goods funding, and conviction voting. Learn more: What Is Retroactive Public Goods Funding?The team is also exploring more futuristic concepts such as private voting systems, angel investing 2.0, and impact attestations. The ultimate goal for Gitcoin is to create a capital allocation infrastructure that funds what matters to communities, whether they are towns, states, countries, or online interest groups.Show highlights:Kevin's background and how he came to found Gitcoin and why Meg joined the companyThe differences between Gitcoin 1.0 and 2.0What quadratic funding is and why it is important in the blockchain ecosystemThe problem of sybil attacks and how Gitcoin Passport aims to solve itWhy Gitcoin has changed its approach to put more focus on scaling Ethereum rather than other types of grantsHow Gitcoin is trying to solve capital allocation efficiency with Allo (Capital Allocation) ProtocolWhat streaming quadratic funding is and how it differs from traditional quadratic fundingHow retroactive public goods funding (RPGF) worksWhat conviction voting is and how it addresses some of the current problems in DAOsWhich projects are using Gitcoin Passport and what forWhy Gitcoin is so focused on the Ethereum ecosystem and whether they will launch in other chainsWhat the purposes of the GTC token are and how it could become a flywheel for GitcoinHow Gitcoin can become sustainable long-term, since it's free to use at the momentThe features that are coming down the line for Gitcoin, including privacy and onchain "angel investing" What the future could look like if Gitcoin succeeds in its mission, according to KevinThank you to our sponsors! PolkadotGuests | Kevin Owocki, Co-founder of GitcoinMeg Lister, GM of Grants Labs at GitcoinLinks | GitcoinGitcoin 2.0 Whitepaper, co-authored by Kevin Owocki and Meg ListerPublic Goods Funding: The New Meta | Kevin Owocki - Gitcoin, presentation at ETH Denver 2024Gitcoin Entering the End Game Gitcoin's Citizen Grants programImpact reportCoinDesk: Why Crypto's Most Altruistic Project Is Going (Kinda) CorporateBlockworks: Gitcoin is restructuring to focus on grants for the Ethereum ecosystem Allo ProtocolAnnouncement threadWeb3 Ecosystem FundingState of Web3 Grants ReportWeb3 Innovations in Public Goods FundingHow To Fund Innovation: A Guide to Web3 Grants, Meg Lister for BeIn CryptoQuadratic fundingORIGINAL WHITE PAPER, co-authored by Vitalik Buterin Retro PGFUnchained: What Is Retroactive Public Goods Funding?PassportIntroducing Passport - Digital Identity as a Public Good -Unchained Podcast is Produced by Laura Shin Media, LLC. Distributed by CoinDesk. Senior Producer is Michele Musso and Executive Producer is Jared Schwartz. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 60 of the Space Industry podcast is a conversation with Jatan Mehta from Jatan's Space.Jatan is a writer, speaker, and consultant covering various aspects of the space industry, and authors the Moon Monday and Indian Space Progress newsletters.Our host Hywel Curtis discussed various topics with Jatan relating to planetary science, lunar missions and the space ecosystem in India. In particular the podcast covers:The most important planetary science missions and programs over the last few yearsThe technical aspects at play in the development of the lunar mission ecosystemThe areas of the industry that India is focussing onJatan's own work creating independent content on different aspects of the space industryTo find out more about Jatan's work please use the links below, as mentioned in the episode:Main website: https://jatan.spaceThe Moon Monday newsletter: https://jatan.space/tag/moon-monday/The Indian Space newsletter: https://jatan.space/tag/indian-space/Sponsorship: https://jatan.space/support/Consultancy: https://jatan.space/consulting/And if you would like to learn more about the space industry and our work at satsearch building the global marketplace for space, please join our newsletter here: https://satsearch.com/mailing-list[Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/when-we-get-there License code: Y4KZEAESHXDHNYRA] 

Have you ever stopped to think about the bustling world of life thriving right on your skin? Billions of microscopic organisms, collectively known as the skin microbiome, call this complex ecosystem home, playing a vital role in our health.Many of us are unaware of the intricate dance between our skin and its microbial residents. This delicate balance can tip, potentially leading to various health concerns. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating realm of the skin microbiome with microbiologist Dr. Aayushi Uberoi.Dr. Uberoi shares her research on how the skin microbiome strengthens our largest organ's crucial barrier function. Join us as we explore the fascinating world of skin microbes.Topics covered in this episode:Dr. Uberoi's journey to microbiologyThe skin's barrier functions and ecosystemThe role of the skin microbiome in health and diseaseMicrobiome changes in skin disordersPotential for novel skin microbiome-based therapiesAntibacterial soap misconceptionsAt-home microbiology activity: Accessible Microscopy: Discovering Microbes with a FoldscopeJOYFUL MICROBE SHOW NOTES: https://joyfulmicrobe.com/skin-microbiome-aayushi-uberoi/AT-HOME MICROBIOLOGY ACTIVITY: https://joyfulmicrobe.com/foldscope-activity/JOYFUL MICROBE TWITTER: https://twitter.com/joyfulmicrobe/JOYFUL MICROBE INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/justineldees/SUPPORT JOYFUL MICROBE: https://ko-fi.com/joyfulmicrobe/

In this episode of For Your Innovation, ARK CEO and CIO Cathie Wood and Fintech Analyst Andrew Kim engage with Anthony Noto, CEO of SoFi, to dive deeply into SoFi's evolution from a student loan refinancing entity to a comprehensive financial services conglomerate. They explore the pivotal role of technology in shaping financial experiences, SoFi's strategic growth initiatives, and its mission to democratize financial services. They illuminate SoFi's innovative approach to integrating services like investment, loan, and savings products on a single platform, emphasizing the vision to empower individuals financially."Building trust is the only thing standing between us and being the best. We won't stop until we're there." – @anthonynoto Key Points From This Episode:Evolution of financial markets and the impact of technologySoFi's growth from a student loan company to a comprehensive financial platformRole of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in enhancing customer service and fraud detectionSoFi's approach to creating a diversified financial services ecosystemThe importance of building trust and brand recognition in the financial sectorLaunch of alternative investment vehicles on SoFi InvestExploring why Anthony Noto knew he needed to purchase the rights to a stadiumThe concept of democratization in financial services and its future implicationsGalileo's role in SoFi's ecosystem as a technology platform for banking servicesAnthony Noto's reflections on SoFi's journey and future innovation opportunities

This week on The UpLevel Podcast, join Rachel and Christie as they reflect on the insightful interviews they conducted with 16 incredible authors in the recent Publishing Summit series. They dove into the heart of writing purpose-driven books, celebrate the wisdom shared by each guest, and discuss why getting socially conscious content out into the world is more important than ever.Listen to the whole Publishing Summit series and get inspired by each author as they bring their unique story of transformation, healing through storytelling, strategies against writer's block, and marketing maneuvers that actually work. At UpLevel, we hope we empower more individuals to bring their voices into the world because we believe everyone has a story worth telling; let us help you share yours. Here's the lineup:"How to Birth Your Socially Conscious Children's Book" with Christie Mann"Evolving Masculinity: How Embracing Vulnerability Can Lead to Personal and Professional Growth" with Christopher Veal"Unleashing Your Inner Rockstar: Building an Empire Through Your Book" with Megan Jo WilsonBranding and PR for Authors with Chrissy Bernal"Turning Pain into a Powerful Message" with Sabriah Reese"Unleashing Poetry in a Pandemic" with Abigail Prout"Crafting Your Story and Sharing It With Ease" with Gail Barker"Making Book Magic" with Kelley Knight"Harnessing the Power of Mindfulness and Intention" with Adam Taubenfligel"From Layoffs to Leadership: Cultivating Confidence and Collaborative Success" with Michelle Mehta"Speak Up Culture: When Leaders Truly Listen, People Step Up:" with Stephen Shedletzky"Unveiling Strength: A Journey from Caregiver to Author" with Lynn Abaté-Johnson"The Power of Purpose: Inspiring Socially Conscious Content for Business Success" with Afdhel Aziz"The Journey of Co-Creating and Birthing A Children's Book: Lessons in Representation, Grief, and Being the Bridge" with Rachel BaldiIn this Episode:Gratitude and acknowledgment of the time and wisdom shared by guestsThe importance of showcasing a wide range of human experiences through literatureInsight into different publishing paths, from self-publishing to traditional routes, highlighting both struggles and triumphs.Authors share how writing served as a transformative healing process for them personally.Discussion on how books can enhance business credibility and become an integral part of one's professional ecosystemThe role that empathetic and understanding narratives play in shaping society during tumultuous timesIf you want to get a jumpstart on learning more about publishing your own socially-conscious books, download our free Publishing Checklist. https://www.uplevelproductions.com/blank-1/publishing-checklistwww.uplevelproductions.comhttps://www.instagram.com/uplevelproductions/https://www.linkedin.com/company/uplevelproductionscompanyhttps://www.facebook.com/uplevelproductionscompany

Sign up for The Automotive Leaders Letter Watch the full YouTube video - click hereAutomotive buyer-supplier relationships are no longer linear. In the transition from ICE to BEV, vehicles are increasingly software-defined, and it's nearly impossible for OEMs to source every electronic component on their own. Enter the supplier ecosystem.Following up on her interview with Amazon's Wendy Bauer, Jan seeks to learn more about the partnership between tech companies and traditional automotive. Chris Thibeault is the partner and ecosystem senior manager at Infineon, and he shares his expertise on the complexity of sales relationships in the semiconductor industry.It's a new value chain. Chip manufacturers have to work with third-party partner technologies to meet customer requirements, and automotive leadership requires a new level of confidence and humility to keep the relational web intact.Wendy Bauer described how she often saw tech companies and OEMs talk past each other. Chris sheds light on how this happens and explains what company leaders must do to bridge the gap. Trust is only the beginning of a healthy working relationship. A thriving ecosystem requires more traits from its leaders.In a wide-ranging discussion touching on the people who've inspired them and the books they're reading, Jan and Chris take a broad view of innovation, business dynamics and the new style of partnership required for modern vehicle production.Themes discussed on this episode: Understanding the new supplier ecosystemThe central importance of the semiconductor industryNetworking tactics for modern buyer-supplier relationshipsChoosing the right partners to meet customer requirementsLessons from Amazon about the power of cloud computingHow OEMs and tech companies can thrive togetherThe leadership qualities required in a successful business partnershipFeatured Guest: Chris ThibeaultWhat he does: Chris is the partner and ecosystem senior manager at Infineon Technologies. His deep experience in sales and product management gives him insight into buyer-supplier relationships. As a semiconductor company, Infineon has redefined partnerships with third-party companies, combining technologies and skill sets to create innovative solutions for customers.On leadership: “Adding to listening is empathy. Listening is obviously very, very important […] but it's also the feeling that you are able to connect with the people you're trying to lead.”Episode HighlightsTimestamped inflection points from the show[1:02] The supplier ecosystem: Jan recaps her interview with Amazon's Wendy Bauer, and Chris introduces a new meaning of “partnership” in the world of software and electronics. It's increasingly difficult for OEMs to source every component on their own.[3:40] All about that chip: Software-defined vehicles rely on semiconductors. Chris explains how the chip industry has effectively become a Tier 1 and the implications

Regulatory Ramblings episode 17 with Aaron Kamath and Purushotham Kittane of the law firm Nishith Desai Associates.Aaron, Bangalore-based leader of the FinTech Law & Policy Practice at firm Nishith Desai Associates, and his colleague Purushotham, speak to Regulatory Ramblings host Ajay Shamdasani about the following:The evolving landscape of fintech models in India: Contributing factors and investmentsThe traditional role of payment service providers viz card networks and banks: Recent fundamental shift in the licensing regimeDigital lending: Evolving models, buy-now-pay-later, and recent guidelines on lending appsE-wallets: Co-branding and white-labeling issues, and cross-border fund flow issuesUPI and mobile-based banking: Arteries of India's digital payments ecosystemThe regulatory conundrum around cryptocurrenciesTaxation and virtual digital assetsCBDCs and the move towards ‘E-Rupees'Click on chapters to navigate the topics discussed in this podcast.HKU FinTech is the leading fintech research and education in Asia. Learn more at www.hkufintech.com.

Richard Kerby, co-founder and general partner at Equal Ventures, shares the journey of Equal Ventures and thought behind Emerging Managers Circle. He provides insights into the investment decision-making process at multi-partner venture capital firms and offers advice on how to position your business for success. Finally, he discusses the issue of diversity in the VC industry.In this episode, you'll learn:[2:55] New York's is becoming an increasingly attractive hub for startup ecosystem players.[6:56] Equal Ventures investment philosophy and process; and why consensus doesn't lead to great investment decision making.[17:09] The hype days are gone. You can't just tell a story and try to raise money without a real business.[18:26] Emerging Managers Circle benefits to emerging GPs as they pursue their dreams of starting their own firms.[21:03] How more diversity at the LP and GP levels can unlock the hidden potential of the startup ecosystemThe non-profit organization that Richard is passionate about: BLCK VC, BVCCAbout Guest SpeakerRichard Kerby is Co-founder and General Partner at Equal Ventures. Prior to co-founding Equal Ventures, Richard was an investor at Venrock, where he led seed-stage and Series A stage investments in 6Sense, Amino Apps, Beckon, Burner, Luxe Valet, and Salsify.Prior to joining Venrock, Richard was an investor at Institutional Venture Partners (IVP),where he focused on identifying and evaluating later-stage investments. While at IVP, Richard worked with IVP portfolio companies such as Dropbox, FleetMatics, PopSugar, Shazam, and Yext. Prior to joining IVP, Richard worked in the Investment Banking Division of Credit Suisse.About Equal VenturesEqual Ventures is a New York-based early stage venture capital firm that backs founders and businesses that are disrupting legacy markets. Its core focus areas are retail, care, insurance, supply chain and climate. Portfolio companies include wrapbook, gerry, ODYSSEY, MVMNT, WeeCare, SmartHop, ThreeFlow among others.Subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode. Follow Us:  Twitter | Linkedin | Instagram | Facebook

On this episode of The Shape of Work, our guest talks about the innovations in the learning platform to help companies create value and upskill employees.“Organisations need to shift their focus not treating learning as an event but as an intervention. An event has a start and an end, the objective is not so well defined. Whereas an intervention is a long-term process.”We welcome Virendra Singh Rathore, Founder of Udyog Paathshala- Prior to Udyog Paathshala, he was the Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Challenging Horizons. He has been into Learning and Development for 14 years.Episode HighlightsThe evolution of the learning paradigm in the post-pandemic business ecosystemThe role of learning programmes in enabling organisational agility and business successInnovations in the learning platform to help companies create value and upskill employeesThe biggest roadblocks that companies need to tackle to bring about effective skill transformationHow to tackle the challenges within the learning and development teamFollow Virendra on LinkedinProduced by: Priya BhattPodcast Host: Hashmita TarasinghaniAbout Springworks:Springworks is a fully-distributed HR technology organisation building tools and products to simplify recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, and retention. The product stack from Springworks includes:SpringVerify— B2B verification platformEngageWith— employee recognition and rewards platform that enriches company cultureTrivia — a suite of real-time, fun, and interactive games platforms for remote/hybrid team-buildingSpringRole — verified professional-profile platform backed by blockchain, andSpringRecruit — a forever-free applicant tracking system.Springworks prides itself on being an organisation focused on employee well-being and workplace culture, leading to a 4.8 rating on Glassdoor for the 200+ employee strength company.

While there are a number of e-commerce platforms available to artists, there are very few—if any—that seek to integrate art and community and enable engagement between artists, buyers, art lovers, and critics too. Today, we're joined by Michael Facchinello, who is the founder and CEO of Altamira, a unique community-oriented marketplace for artists. Prior to Altamira, Michael spent eight years at Clique Studios, a top national design firm headquartered in Chicago. There, he started as a UX designer before transitioning into launching and managing new offices—but he felt compelled to create something meaningful that combined his tech expertise with his love of art. Altamira was born, offering artists the opportunity to gain recognition, sell their work, and become part of a thriving creative community. It allows art fans, commentators, and collectors to discover new artists, bringing them all together in an accessible space, all without the gatekeeping and snobbery often associated with the traditional art ecosystem. In today's episode, Michael shares his mission to democratize art and help artists make a better living by promoting their work and connecting them with buyers. We also discuss the importance of facilitating interaction, “growing the pie,” and appealing to a broad audience. To find out how Altamira is integrating art, community, and commerce, tune in to our fascinating conversation with its founder, Michael Facchinello.In Today's Episode:Michael Facchinello discusses…Why he decided to name his platform “Altamira”Altamira's focus on facilitating community first, then commerceThe challenges of competing on crowded digital art platformsThe benefits of designing for both ends of the spectrum, from art experts to total novicesWhy anyone who is interested in art should be able to participate in the conversationThe need for more business models that empower artists to promote their workHow traditional gallery spaces don't “grow the pie” for artistsWhy galleries are still an important part of the art ecosystemThe importance of democratizing art, from an individual to a societal levelFor more info, please visit: https://notrealart.com/altamira

Check out the field guide hereTopics discussed in this episode:Marketing-driven growth vs. product-driven growthThe ingredients that make up communityHow community drives the potential of a tech ecosystemThe drive to stand out and be differentUnlocking your authentic self with a willingness to adaptThis is a Paddle Recur production—the first media network dedicated entirely to the SaaS and subscription space.

“There was a famous quote from an investor that said, as an investor, you should invest in lines, not dots.”Dan is the CEO and founder of CipherStash, a Sydney based data security startup building a searchable encrypted data storage platform for sensitive data.Previously, Dan has worked as a VP of Engineering at Medical Director and at Expert360 and is also the Executive Producer of the forthcoming docu-series, Debugging Diversity.Dan is an experienced cryptography engineer and his mission is to empower all developers with the knowledge they need to build secure applications.Key topicsInsider tips for the Australian startup ecosystemThe best investor outreach tipInvestors invest in lines not dotsInbound vs outbound investor relationsTips for building diversity early into your startup____________________________GuestDan DraperCEO and Founder at CipherStash [@cipherstash]On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/ddraper/On YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/c/CodrTv1____________________________This Episode's Sponsors  Are you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?

“There was a famous quote from an investor that said, as an investor, you should invest in lines, not dots.”Dan is the CEO and founder of CipherStash, a Sydney based data security startup building a searchable encrypted data storage platform for sensitive data.Previously, Dan has worked as a VP of Engineering at Medical Director and at Expert360 and is also the Executive Producer of the forthcoming docu-series, Debugging Diversity.Dan is an experienced cryptography engineer and his mission is to empower all developers with the knowledge they need to build secure applications.Key topicsInsider tips for the Australian startup ecosystemThe best investor outreach tipInvestors invest in lines not dotsInbound vs outbound investor relationsTips for building diversity early into your startup____________________________GuestDan DraperCEO and Founder at CipherStash [@cipherstash]On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/ddraper/On YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/c/CodrTv1____________________________This Episode's Sponsors  Are you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?

In this episode, Natasja Pelgrom the host of The Awaken Podcast is interviewed by  Beth Weinstein from the Psychedelic Entrepreneur Podcast, tune is as they speak about…Natasja's attraction to energy work, shamanism, meditation, and psychedelics at a young ageHow “Do no harm” should be a central tenet of all psychedelic facilitation workThe huge responsibility you have as a facilitator is to hold sacred the trust you are offered by the people you serveSerious issues that can arise when people wanting to work with psychedelics don't report contraindications and how this can negatively impact them, their facilitator, and the whole psychedelic ecosystemThe growing problem of people doing short facilitator training and immediately jumping into facilitation long before they have the knowledge and experience to do soThe energetic differences between male and female facilitation styles“Cleaning” the system to help prepare people for a bufo experience so their innate healing capacity can be more easily activatedHow the cleaner you are, the more you trust, and the more you trust, the more deeply you can surrenderUsing a smaller “integration dose” after the main dose/s to empower and bring resilience to the psyche and nervous systemHow giving super high doses of medicine can be a sign that a facilitator feels they are “not enough”, which is picked up energetically by the client/sThe need for facilitators to be able to understand their own programming and hold space without their own issues interferingNatasja Pelgrom is a visionary leader and mystical mentor, she is the host of The Awaken Podcast and the founder of Awaken The Medicine Within, retreats and programs that support people with psycho-spiritual approaches since 2017. Natasja is a highly intuitive guide and has held training, assisting, and facilitation roles in over 800 psychedelic ceremonies. Natasja was a founding member of the Synthesis Institute and the director of the psilocybin-assisted Wellness retreats. As a key curator of retreat programs, she oversaw the retreat team development and training. She currently advises and supervises executives in the (psychedelic) wellness industry. Natasja is also a mentor to leaders, coaches, therapists, and/or space holders, where she focuses on the mind, and heart coherence to prosper in their Self-leadership. Natasja's multifaceted mentorship approach is paired with 20+ years of entrepreneurial experienceNatasja Pelgrom's Links & ResourcesWebsite ▶: https://natasjapelgrom.com/Website ▶: http://awakenthemedicinewithin.com/https://bethaweinstein.com/podcast/natasja-pelgrom-psychedelic-facilitation-women-awakening-the-medicine-within/

The hotly anticipated Ethereum merge due later this year, will see the joining of the existing execution layer of Ethereum (the Mainnet we use today) with its new proof-of-stake consensus layer, the Beacon Chain. It eliminates the need for energy-intensive mining and instead secures the network using staked ETH. This is a truly exciting step in the Ethereum vision of more scalability, security, and sustainability.Tim Beiko, Protocol Support for the Ethereum Foundation, is heavily involved in the project. He joined us to give some deep insights into governance within Ethereum, a full update on how the merge is coming along and the next steps, and how Ethereum will look post-merge.Topics covered in this episode:Tim's background and how he got involved in the spaceUnpacking governance on EthereumThe Ethereum client ecosystemThe current state of Ethereum's testnet landscapeThe Merge: what is it, and where do we stand?What is coming next in the lead up to the merge and how is success measured?How did the very recent Sepolia test go?Scaling - what will the ecosystem look like post-merge?The Ethereum roadmapEpisode links: Nebular SummitEthereum FoundationThe MergeEthereum on TwitterTim on TwitterSponsors: ParaSwap: ParaSwap aggregates all major DEXs and makes sure you beat the market price at every single swap and with the lowest slippage - paraswap.io/epicenterChorus One: Chorus One runs validators on cutting edge Proof of Stake networks such as Cosmos, Solana, Celo, Polkadot and Oasis. - https://epicenter.rocks/chorusoneThis episode is hosted by Sebastien Couture & Joseph Schweitzer. Show notes and listening options: epicenter.tv/451

A lively conversation with farmer Haleigh Christ while picking a crop of green beans at a  biodynamic Black Forest farm.  As her two toddlers play underfoot and farm life bustles all around, Haleigh shares about day to day life as a regenerative farmer and the important personal choices on the path towards harmony with one's life-affirming values.The topics of this episode include:Why food is possibly our most significant connection with the ecosystemThe difference between organic and biodynamic farmingThe carnivorous wonders of healthy soilLiving in tune with the cycles of lifeFrom consumer to ecological co-creatorHaleigh Christ is a regenerative farmer living and farming in Southern Germany.  She lives with her husband and two children on a bio-dynamic community farm, which does its best to live in harmony with its ecosystem. She lives passionately for strengthening communities and ecosystems through empowerment of the individual within the whole. Her current focus is in building a community supported agriculture program to extend the farm's current self-sufficiency onto others. She is excited for the future and believes that we have endless opportunities to connect and heal through food!To learn more about the place, humans and animals check out www.klosterhofsitzenkirch.de Quotes and references mentioned by Haleigh during the conversation:Michael Pollan (Voting With Your Fork)Zach Bush, MDRené Descartes, French philosopher, mathematician, scientist. (1596-1650)David Hume, Scottish Enlightenment philosopher, historian, economist, librarian. (1711-76)Dugald Stewart,  Scottish philosopher and mathematician. (1753-1828)Support the show

Natasja Pelgrom is a devoted creative, and visionary whose life's work is to lead spiritual experiences that support others in their journey of healing and transformational growth. Natasja is the founder of Awaken The Medicine Within Retreats & Online Program. She is a highly intuitive guide and has held training, assisting, and facilitation roles in over 800 psychedelic ceremonies. She has also advised and curated healing programs for other psychedelic wellness companies. Natasja continues to teach empowerment workshops and has developed an online psychedelic integration and self-love program. One of her latest successes is the launch of The Awaken Podcast where she has dedicated her voice to the series "Women in Psychedelics"In this episode, Natasja Pelgrom and Beth Weinstein discuss …Natasja's attraction to energy work, shamanism, meditation and psychedelics at a young ageHow “Do no harm” should be a central tenet of all psychedelic facilitation workThe huge responsibility you have as a facilitator to hold sacred the trust you are offered by the people you serve Serious issues that can arise when people wanting to work with psychedelics don't report contraindications and how this can negatively impact them, their facilitator, and the whole psychedelic ecosystemThe growing problem of people doing short facilitator trainings and immediately jumping into facilitation long before they have the knowledge and experience to do soThe energetic differences between male and female facilitation styles“Cleaning” the system to help prepare people for a bufo experience so their innate healing capacity can be more easily activatedHow the cleaner you are, the more you trust, and the more you trust, the more deeply you can surrenderUsing a smaller “integration dose” after the main dose/s to empower and bring resilience to the psyche and nervous systemHow giving super high doses of medicine can be a sign that a facilitator feels they are “not enough”, which is picked up energetically by the client/sThe need for facilitators to be able to understand their own programming and hold space without their own issues interferingNatasja Pelgrom's Links & ResourcesWebsite: https://natasjapelgrom.com/ Website: http://awakenthemedicinewithin.com/

On today's episode, I have the privilege of speaking with Art Harding, Chief Operating Officer at People.ai about sales and sales leadership in the digital age. Art has travelled a different pathway to most sales leaders and presents a very powerful perspective on what exceptional sales leadership looks like today and into the future. Some of the key topics we discuss include: How data & information leads to the role of the sales person being even more importantSales leadership challenges in the digital ageThe importance of real time feedback and coachingThe modern sales ecosystemThe power of simplificationIdentifying the metrics that matterEstablishing the true baseline3 key areas sales leaders should be focused on It is a great episode for all sales leaders and aspiring sales leaders and is packed full of value. To connect with Art, please go to: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arharding/ https://people.ai Email - art.harding@people.ai

John P. Milton is an explorer and a true pioneer. He is a professor of environmental studies and has written books on ecology and environmental conservation. In the mid-1960s, he played a key role in fostering the environmental movement. He also helped author one of the earliest publications on the threat of rising global carbon dioxide levels. Starting very young, he pioneered bringing the ancient Vision Quest into a modern one, called Way of Nature. This is a quest on how to connect to the three nature's: the outer, inner and true. In this podcast:A pioneer for the environmentThe Way of Nature The Vision QuestWhy we need an educational system around the ecosystemThe fragility of modern highly centralised systemsHow leaders can come back into balance with natureLinks: WayOfNature.cominfo.wayofnature@gmail.comvimeo.com/wayofnature See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Max Cunningham is currently the Group Executive of Listings at ASX. Previously, he was the Head of Equity Capital Markets at Goldman Sachs in New York and the Director of the Macquarie Group in London. Max has a wide array of global experience and provides unique insight into the state of the Australian market.Max and Ian discuss many topics, including…The emergence and growth of the tech sector in AustraliaTech becoming the largest sector for issuing secondary capitalWhy some US companies choose to list in AustraliaThe potential future of work in AustraliaMacro-trends that could positively impact the ecosystemThe importance of building community...and much more!Quickfire RecommendationsBook: Benjamin Franklin by Walter Isaacson, Steve Jobs by Walter IsaacsonPodcast: The Ideas Exchange Podcast, Conversations with People Who Hate MeNews Source: The New York TimesApp: PhysiAppProductivity Tool: “My wife”Favourite Tech CEO: Richard White, WiseTechFavourite TV Show: Ozark, FaudaTed Talk Topic: “The confluence of capital power and political power”

Nicky Jackson is the founder and CEO of RangeMe, a product discovery and sourcing platform that allows retailers and suppliers to connect. RangeMe owns and dominates within the United States market, where they currently have 200,000 active suppliers and 10,000 retail buyers in their network. RangeMe works with over 75% of leading US-based retailers.Nicky has spent several years working for large multinational companies, bringing brands to market. RangeMe was founded in 2013 after Nicky developed her own skincare range and found it difficult to get a foot in the door at major retailers. She recognised this pain point and sought to create a platform that could seamlessly connect retailers and brands to one another. Nicky's story is an amazing one of tenacity, hustle, product focus, and team culture.Ian and Nicky discussed a broad range of topics, including…The challenge of securing funding for RangeMe prior to the existence of a thriving startup ecosystemThe story of RangeMe's acquisition and why they decided to go forward with itWhy RangeMe expanded to the US with a base in San FranciscoHow RangeMe built an efficient team and established an effective team cultureThe growth of the Australian startup ecosystem since RangeMe was foundedRangeMe's current focus on globalising the platform...and much more!Quickfire RecommendationsBook: The Happiest Man of Earth by Eddie Jaku OAMPodcast: How I Built ThisNews Source: Family group chat, LinkedIn, SMHApp: Smiling Mind, Spotify, Peloton appProductivity Tool: SlackFavourite Tech CEO: David Shein, Our Innovation FundFavourite TV Show: Looking for recommendationsTed Talk Topic: “the power of going global and expansion” or “the fear of failure”

“The Latin term 'cura' means ‘concern' or ‘study' or figuring out different approaches to pulling together things. It also relates to healing, which I find kind of amusing, that the term ‘cure' and ‘curator' are tangentially associated. Like you're healing by pulling together information.” — DJ SpookyPaul Miller, aka DJ Spooky, is the ultimate creator: he's a composer, a DJ, a multimedia artist, an editor, an author, and the curator of one of Flipboard's most interesting magazines, “Semantic Infiltration.” He's completely immersed in environmental and social issues and creates art to press those issues into the public consciousness. He's also Yale's Artist in Residence this year. Paul seems to think deeply about everything — even his green tea selection! — and his intellectual and artistic curiosity have no bounds. His sources and references themselves create a canon for the avant-garde artist and those who want to be.Highlights, inspiration and key learnings:Etymology of the word “curation”How he thinks about curationLiving in a recommendation engine ecosystemThe thinking behind “Semantic Infiltration” and his  book, “Digital Fictions”Using trustworthy sources when writing a bookTurning data into artHow we can be more intentional about our choicesHow curating music is different from curating contentHis media diet and routineWhere other social platforms fit into his consumption/curationOpen source as 'the best way for humanity to move forward'How the evolution of his art has paralleled the evolution of technologyCurating his own catalogOn democracy and moving between worlds

Andris K. Berzins is the managing partner of Change Ventures, the first and largest pan-Baltic seed investor. With an MBA from Stanford and 20+ years of tech experience in all kinds of roles from founder to executive, to an investor, Andris brings a uniquely nuanced opinion on the Baltic startup scene through the eyes of a VC. He is also credited for being one of the most visible shapers and champions of the Latvian startup ecosystemOn this energizing pod, we discuss the Baltics as the next startup nations by drawing parallels to Israel, what it takes to be a successful startup founder, how to build valuable mentor-mentee relationships as well as talk about the overall Baltic startup market situation through the lens of the Baltic Startup Funding Report latest issueThe topics covered in this episode with Timestamps[03:15] - Introduction, the birth of Latvian startup ecosystem and going to top US universitiesBuilding the Latvian startup ecosystemThe promise of the Baltic startup sceneThe value of going to top US universities and business schools[13:00] - Investing in the Baltic startup sceneWhen you are a founder, there is no boss to help with your challengesComparing the Baltics to Israel - Baltics as the next startup nationsWhat can the Baltics learn from Israelis?The emergence of cross-Baltic founder cases and senior hires going across Baltic bordersWhat Andris looks for in foundersHow to test for gritHow to build a working mentor-mentee relationshipThe value prop of Change Ventures for Baltic foundersInternational and US investors comingIt's never been a better time to raise money in the BalticsWhat mistakes founder's make when approaching VCsHow to test the ability to ability to enter big foreign markets[50:40] -  The Baltic Startup funding reportTrends behind growth in Baltic round sizes and valuationsBaltics as a destination for talent, not low-cost laborDo you need to set a valuation for your raise?Is it possible for Latvia and Lithuania to catch up with Estonia?Global trends in VC funding and the longstanding effect of the pandemicThe right time for a productInteractio app experience in timingThe future for Change VenturesFind out more on https://www.pursuitofscrappiness.co/ Support for this episode comes from Nexpay > https://paynexpay.com/===See the video content exclusively on Linkedin > https://www.linkedin.com/company/pursuit-of-scrappiness/ Questions/suggestions? Join our Telegram group > https://t.me/pursuitofscrappiness The full interview with Andris is available NOW on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts Find out more on https://www.pursuitofscrappiness.co/ 

Apple and Facebook are two of the largest behemoths in the tech space, influencing every facet of software development and hardware design alike, and with iOS 14.5 the two are at war for the internet…As the ripple effects of Apple's changes to privacy begin to emerge for us as users, small business owners, and the giant, influential players in the technology space, it's time to break down this battle.What can and cannot now be tracked, who has the moral high ground, and is our data really safer now than it was before? Discover these answers, and so much more, in this episode of the Disconnected podcast.This episode of Disconnected covers:How IDFA numbers help track your activity and serve you tailored adsApps building up location data through access to your camera rollKey stances from Apple and Facebook on their iOS 14.5 updatePros and cons to small businesses of Facebook's ad targetingApple's walled garden, and how they keep you in their ecosystemThe deeper prize to be won in this battle for the internetLinks and references at: https://disconnectedpodcast.com/

Jess Johnson is the Government Affairs Director for the Wyoming Wildlife Federation, and a founding member of the National Wildlife Federation Sportswomen's Initiative, Artemis, a women's coalition that encourages women to take leadership roles in conservation and wildlife-related policy positions.As a board member for  2% for Conservation and the Wyoming Chapter of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, she brings her dedication to educating hunters on advocacy and policy in the conservation arena, and the dialogue around hunting into the industry as a pro team member of First Lite, Argali, and Kestrel Glassing Systems. Growing up in a conservation minded ranching family in Montana, Northern California, and Wyoming., she has a deep appreciation for healthy ecologies and since moving back to Wyoming 11 years ago she has worked for the voice of hunting and wildlife at the State Legislature.  She spends most of her free time exploring the West's vast expanse of public lands on foot and on horse. Jess is an avid archery hunter and has a particular love for the big Wyoming mule deer. Quotes: "Nature loves balance"Topics Discussed:Why Jess left college and a dance career to purse the outdoors & supporting conservation effortsWhy her love of nature and the outdoors motivates everything she doesThe reasons why hunting is so male dominant and how that's changingThe differences between Western vs. Eastern hunting Why communication & eduction is so important for conservation effortsThe controversy surrounding reintroduction of wolves in Colorado and elimination efforts of wolves in IdahoWhy predators are part of a healthy ecosystemThe rural vs. urban mindset and pendulum swings of both groupsThe relation of chronic wasting disease in deer and the presence of wolves & mountain lionsThe difference between hunting and killingWhy the extirpation of bison is still relevant today for cultural & political reasonsWhy a pocket knife is Jess's go-to piece of gearThe controversy surrounding Meat Eater's acquisition of First LiteResources Mentioned:First Lite Sheep FilmFHF GearMarsupial GearMystery RanchStone GlacierExo Mtn GearOutdoorsmansKifaru StrykerBook: Braiding SweetgrassBook: Skinny Legs and AllPodcast: Scene on RadioPodcast: The Rich OutdoorsModern HuntsmanByron PaceWild FedHunt to EatFlash FoxyArtemisWyoming WildlifeJess on Instagram

Eathan, Jeff and Josh sit down with Bad Crypto Podcast host Joel Comm to talk all about NFTs, the digital token that has taken the world by storm. Joel is a futurist, speaker, author, and also the co-host of the Nifty Show, the first show of its kind to bring the latest information on all types of non-fungible tokens. He shares a brief background of his humble beginnings, starting from his stint with ClassicGames and being acquired by Yahoo! Joel also shares his insights on the current trends. He offers some important advice for people who are slowly getting into NFTs. We also cover the topic of Ethereum, Bitcoin, and everything else about digital collectibles.Chapter0:00 - 3:25 | Intro3:25 - 9:00 | Joel Comm: The Functional FuturistHow Joel Comm created ClassicGames and the acquisition that started Yahoo!GamesThe significance of discovering cryptocurrencies and NFTs, and Comm's predictions of the Blockchain RevolutionUnderstanding early adopters and customer adoption patterns9:00 - 10:25 | The Future of NFTsThoughts on: “Everything that you cannot eat will be an NFT within the next five years” William QuigleyComm's consider the potential practical uses of NFTs in the future10:25 - 16:22 | The Climate Controversy swirling around NFTsDisadvantages of using Ethereum and what the price means for the ecosystemThe hidden fees of selling Crypto ArtOpinions on Gary Vaynerchuk's first NFT collection called VeeFriends16:22 - 18:42 | Ethereum Forecast and other competitive platformsWhat is Comm's current point of view on where Etherium heads?Alternatives and side chains How to get started with Binance Smart Chain18:42 - 25:15 | Projects and Platforms that will lead the way in the next phase of NFTsWax - The biggest undiscovered treasure in the NFT worldBlockchain Heroes - The crypto trading card set24:15 - 26:02 | Difference between traditional marketing and Cryptoasset marketingTraditional and Cryptoasset marketing both have pros and cons, but it all boils down to storytellingDoes Cryptoasset marketing move faster than traditional marketing?26:02 - 32:23 | How Joel Comm stay focus amidst many projectsThe Fun Formula teaches exactly how to shift the situation to make work fun againLearning to take the risk and trust the processWhat is Comm's take on social media and how it affects him?32:23 - 35:47 | What NFTs can do for the music industryNFTs can be the solution to offer a way forward for musicNFTs offer musicians and songwriters a new opportunity for their work to be valuedComm emphasizes originality and creativity35:47 - 56:30 | Edge Quick Hitters56:30 - 1:05:34 | Hot Topics and MoreeBay allows sale of NFTs on platformCryptoPunks NFT bundle goes for $17 million in Christie's auctionDAZN releases post-fight NFTs for Canelo Alvarez's win over Billy Joe SaundersAnimoca Brands raises $88 million at $1 billion valuations to capitalize on game NFTs1:05:34 - 1:07:20 | Where to learn more about Joel Comm and the projects he is working on1:07:20 | OutroMore from Edge of NFT:

0:00 - 3:25 | Intro3:25 - 9:00 | Joel Comm: The Functional FuturistHow Joel Comm created ClassicGames and the acquisition that started Yahoo!GamesThe significance of discovering cryptocurrencies and NFTs, and Comm's predictions of the Blockchain RevolutionUnderstanding early adopters and customer adoption patterns9:00 - 10:25 | The Future of NFTsThoughts on: “Everything that you cannot eat will be an NFT within the next five years” William QuigleyComm's consider the potential practical uses of NFTs in the future10:25 - 16:22 | The Climate Controversy swirling around NFTsDisadvantages of using Ethereum and what the price means for the ecosystemThe hidden fees of selling Crypto ArtOpinions on Gary Vaynerchuk's first NFT collection called VeeFriends16:22 - 18:42 | Ethereum Forecast and other competitive platformsWhat is Comm's current point of view on where Etherium heads?Alternatives and side chains How to get started with Binance Smart Chain18:42 - 25:15 | Projects and Platforms that will lead the way in the next phase of NFTsWax -  The biggest undiscovered treasure in the NFT worldBlockchain Heroes - The crypto trading card set24:15 - 26:02 | Difference between traditional marketing and Cryptoasset marketingTraditional and Cryptoasset marketing both have pros and cons, but it all boils down to storytellingDoes Cryptoasset marketing move faster than traditional marketing?26:02 - 32:23 | How Joel Comm stay focus amidst many projectsThe Fun Formula teaches exactly how to shift the situation to make work fun againLearning to take the risk and trust the processWhat is Comm's take on social media and how it affects him?32:23 - 35:47 | What NFTs can do for the music industryNFTs can be the solution to offer a way forward for musicNFTs offer musicians and songwriters a new opportunity for their work to be valuedComm emphasizes originality and creativity35:47 - 56:30 | Edge Quick Hitters56:30 - 1:05:34 | Hot Topics and MoreeBay allows sale of NFTs on platformCryptoPunks NFT bundle goes for $17 million in Christie's auctionDAZN releases post-fight NFTs for Canelo Alvarez's win over Billy Joe SaundersAnimoca Brands raises $88 million at $1 billion valuations to capitalize on game NFTs1:05:34 - 1:07:20 | Where to learn more about Joel Comm and the projects he is working on1:07:20 | Outro

Tune into this episode of PwC's Next in Health to hear PwC Health Research Institute's Benjamin Isgur and Trine Tsouderos in discussion with PwC’s Strategy& Partner, Will Nolen, on why quality improvement in healthcare is important, including:The differing definitions of healthcare quality among stakeholders and consumers across the ecosystemThe association between healthcare quality and costsThe importance of designing more consumer centric quality offerings through technology and innovation  The significance of archetypes in the quality of healthcare

Curve is an Automated Market Maker (AMM) that lets users and other decentralized protocols exchange stablecoins (DAI to USDC for example) with low fees and low slippage. Unlike exchanges that match a buyer and a seller, users transact with the smart contract itself. By providing a flatter curve targeted for relatively stable pairs, Curve has established the lead position for these markets. Curve is also leveraging its own token CRV to incentivize long-term adoption of the protocol and decentralize control of governance.We were joined by Curve Finance Founder, Michael Egorov, to chat about why he created the protocol and his long term vision for the project.Topics covered in this episode:Michael's background and how he got into cryptoHow Curve works from the perspective of a trader and as a liquidity providerHow they came up with the stableswap designHow Curve compares to Uniswap v3Michael's take on forks, fork threat, and Curve's moatCurve's thesis on good governanceHow they keep the protocol secureAn overview of the Curve community and ecosystemThe long term vision for CurveEpisode links:Curve FinanceCurve ResourcesCurve on TwitterMichael on TwitterSponsors:ParaSwap: Give ParaSwap a try at paraswap.io/epicenter. This URL will allow you to claim a 50% refund on gas fees for your first swap of at least 1 Eth. This offer is available until May 1st 2021 and refunds will be made every Friday starting April 9th, 2021*Terms and conditions apply. - paraswap.io/epicenterSolana: Solana is the high performance blockchain supporting over 50k transactions per second to power the next generation of decentralized applications. - https://solana.com/epicenterExodus: Exodus the easy-to-use crypto wallet available on all platforms and supporting over 100 different assets. - https://exodus.com/epicenterThis episode is hosted by Brian Fabian Crain & Zubin Koticha. Show notes and listening options: epicenter.tv/391

IntroLas Vegas,  it's a great place to live! Although bizarre in a pandemic with zero tourists.What is Pricestack?How being a trained Economist sparked the fire to create PricestackHow to get things moving by not limiting pricingSome of the interesting things a merchant can do with pricing to help demands in certain scenarios i.e. supply chain issuesEcommerce stores ecosystemThe attributes that influence successCase study: Walkee PawsAdapting and catering to individual store owner requirementsPricestack's new user interface and new tools that we just launched to make our platform even more powerful.Optimised tool for Facebook marketingSponsored By:The Point of Sale StoreRewind.ioLinks:PricestackMilk Bottle LabsMilk Bottle on Twitter

№2 Brian Carlson of eThink EducationMy guest for our 2nd episode is Brian Carlson, who is the CEO of eThink Education. Brian co-founded eThink more than twelve years ago and today oversees the entire operation. Brian's been in edtech for decades and is an active advisor on eLearning initiatives through roles such as his seat on the Baltimore Workforce Investment Board.In today's episode, Brian and I talk about:How eThink have helped their clients support instructors and learners during the COVID-19 pandemicWhat an LMS is, what it does and why it is critical in today's new normalHow eThink helps clients think though their learning ecosystemThe typical hurdles schools and companies face to truly realize all of the efficiencies that come from using an LMS… and how they can be overcomeWhy choosing an open source solution offers the best financial return over time (and the evidence from analytics to prove it)How schools and companies have adapted to best serve remote teams & classrooms quicklyWhat the future holds, in terms of disruption, for higher education and learner expectations and finally,What innovations are on the horizon for learning – in tech and leadership – and how organizations can be adaptive and agile.~