Podcasts about Infrastructure

So far, 2025 has been a year of sharp policy shifts and heightened macroeconomic uncertainty. With volatility becoming the new normal, how can investors stay grounded? In this episode of The Bid, host Oscar Pulido welcomes back Glenn Purves, Global Head of Macro at the BlackRock Investment Institute, to break down the firm's 2025 Midyear Outlook.They explore why the long-term economic picture has become less predictable, how mega forces like AI and geopolitical fragmentation are reshaping global economic markets, and what “investing in the here and now” really means. From the role of private capital in funding infrastructure and energy to the balance between strategic and tactical asset allocation, Glenn shares how investors can find opportunity amid uncertainty in the economy—and what risks investors should watch for in the second half of the year.Sources: 2025 Midyear Outlook, BlackRock Investment InstituteKey moments in this episode:00:00 Introduction to 2025 Market Volatility01:55 Introducing the Investment Midyear Outlook02:46 Geopolitical Fragmentation and Mega Forces03:48 3 Investment Themes In 202505:10 Navigating Uncertainty and Risk08:47 The Role of AI and Energy in Investments13:19 Geopolitical Landscape and Trade Policies16:49 Conclusion and Key Takeaways19:30 Summer Series on The Bid

In this repeat episode, Nikolas Burk, DevRel at Prisma, talks about Prisma Postgres, its unikernel architecture, and its seamless integration with cloud infrastructure. Discover how Prisma Postgres is revolutionizing database management with features like cold start elimination, real-time event handling and advanced caching strategies! Links X: https://x.com/nikolasburk LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikolas-burk-1bbb7b8a Github: https://github.com/nikolasburk Resources Prisma Postgres®: Building a Modern PostgreSQL Service Using Unikernels & MicroVMs: https://www.prisma.io/blog/announcing-prisma-postgres-early-access We want to hear from you! How did you find us? Did you see us on Twitter? In a newsletter? Or maybe we were recommended by a friend? Let us know by sending an email to our producer, Em, at emily.kochanek@logrocket.com (mailto:emily.kochanek@logrocket.com), or tweet at us at PodRocketPod (https://twitter.com/PodRocketpod). Follow us. Get free stickers. Follow us on Apple Podcasts, fill out this form (https://podrocket.logrocket.com/get-podrocket-stickers), and we'll send you free PodRocket stickers! What does LogRocket do? LogRocket provides AI-first session replay and analytics that surfaces the UX and technical issues impacting user experiences. Start understanding where your users are struggling by trying it for free at LogRocket.com. Try LogRocket for free today. (https://logrocket.com/signup/?pdr) Special Guest: Nikolas Burk.

In this episode Karl and Taylor sit down with Mohammad Hashemi to discuss the evolution of software development with a focus on AI and its impact on backend solutions. The conversation explores the concept of 'Citizen Developers' and how non-traditional developers are leveraging AI tools to create custom software. They share insights on the use of Gadget for building applications quickly and efficiently, while also addressing the common pitfalls developers face.Episode Highlights- AI is transforming software development, especially in frontend code.- Gadget focuses on backend solutions for enterprise-level applications.- The term 'Citizen Developers' describes non-traditional developers using AI tools.- Custom software demand is often underestimated in the market.- AI can help bridge the gap for non-developers to create apps.- The future of SaaS may be challenged by the rise of custom software solutions.- Developers often underestimate the time required for software development tasks.- AI tools can assist but are not a complete solution for development challenges.- The market for development tools is expanding, not contracting.- Front-end development is becoming increasingly competitive with new tools.Find Mohammad Online- Twitter(X): https://x.com/hashemito- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohashemi/Timestamps:02:52 Exploring AI and Its Applications05:52 The Evolution of Gadget and AI Integration11:52 Backend Challenges and Opportunities in AI Development17:46 The Future of AI in Software Development19:06 The Evolution of Gadget: From Low Code to Full Control20:18 Target Audience: Who Can Benefit from Gadget?23:19 Unlocking Custom Software: The Hidden Demand25:28 Infrastructure and Scalability: The VibeInfra Advantage28:21 The Future of SaaS vs. Custom Software31:04 The Omakase Approach: Simplifying Development35:45 Practical Applications: How Gadget Empowers Developers42:27 Overcoming Developer Hesitation: Building with Confidence49:37 Navigating Developer Challenges52:42 The Evolving Landscape of Development55:45 AI's Role in Development59:38 Change Log Insights01:05:49 Picks of the WeekDev Changelog* [action required] Deprecation of legacy return APIs and improvements to return management - https://shopify.dev/changelog/deprecation-of-legacy-return-apis-and-improvements-to-return-management* Theme files are now installable at the preset level on the Shopify Theme Store - https://shopify.dev/changelog/theme-files-are-now-installable-at-the-preset-level-on-the-shopify-theme-store'* Contextual pricing and publishing APIs use backup region fallback - https://shopify.dev/changelog/contextual-pricing-and-publishing-apis-use-backup-region-fallback* Generally available: Standard product review syndication program - https://shopify.dev/changelog/generally-available-standard-product-review-syndication-program* Shop metafield definitions are now available in the Shopify Admin and Admin API - https://shopify.dev/changelog/shop-metafield-now-in-admin* Cart metafields are accessible in Shopify Functions and Checkout UI extensions - https://shopify.dev/changelog/cart-metafields-are-accessible-in-shopify-functions-and-checkout-ui-extensionsNew pagination limits for Liquid & Storefront GraphQL API - https://shopify.dev/changelog/new-pagination-limits-for-liquid-storefront-graphql-apiNew Liquid filter for displaying unit prices - https://shopify.dev/changelog/new-liquid-filter-for-displaying-unit-pricesPicks of the Week:*Taylor: Shokz open run pro - https://shokz.com/products/openrunpro2*Mohammad: Omachi noodles - https://www.hmart.com/omachi*Karl: Fernco Couplings - https://www.homedepot.com/p/Fernco-3-in-x-3-in-PVC-DWV-Mechanical-Flexible-Coupling-P1056-33/100372296Subscibe to Liquid Weekly The Newsletter!Don't miss out on expert insights and tips—subscribe to Liquid Weekly for more content like this: https://liquidweekly.com/

Spacelift co-founder Marcin Wyszynski joins Dash0's Mirko Novakovic to talk about the past, present, and future of Infrastructure as Code. They unpack the birth of OpenTofu and why standardizing observability – especially with OpenTelemetry – is critical for managing increasingly complex infrastructure. Marcin also explains Spacelift's mission to build infrastructure tooling that plays well in today's agentic ecosystem and why he thinks DevOps often misapplies AI.

In this episode, I reflect on a whirlwind three-day visit to China - my first in over 20 years. And what I saw was remarkable. The infrastructure puts most of the West to shame. The AI isn't just hype - it's working at serious scale. And the electric vehicles? They're about to steamroll the global auto industry. Here's what really struck me during my whirlwind trip to Beijing and beyond.In this episode you'll hear:Infrastructure built at speed: Beijing's immaculate airport, 300 km/h rail to Tianjin for £17, and pristine expressways that put US infrastructure to shame.Verticalised AI in action: While Chinese labs trail US frontier models and face compute constraints, they're excelling in verticals - profitable robotaxis in Wuhan, healthcare AI analyzing 5.5 billion medical records, and Squirrel AI's $200m education platform that outperforms China's best human teachers.EV cost leadership is set: Chinese electric vehicles are absolutely remarkable. Years of vicious domestic competition have created incredible innovation and cost discipline that will hit European carmakers like a sledgehammer.The air quality transformation: Beijing at 37°C was clean enough for a morning run, thanks to widespread EV adoption.Scale that defies comprehension: Convention centers 100 times the size of Union Square, cities of 20 million people, and AI platforms serving tens of millions of users.Our new showThis was originally recorded for “Friday with Azeem Azhar”, a new show that takes place every Friday at 9am PT and 12pm ET. You can tune in through my Substack linked below.The format is experimental and we'd love your feedback, so feel free to comment or email your thoughts to our team at live@exponentialview.co.Azeem's links:Substack: https://www.exponentialview.co/Website: https://www.azeemazhar.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/azhar?originalSubdomain=ukTwitter/X: https://x.com/azeemTimestamps:(00:00) Surprises at the airport(01:21) Immense scale(01:54) 3 areas of interest(02:37) Chinese infrastructure and engineering(03:22) ~180mph train, £17 fare(04:29) Multi-lane expressways built for scale(05:55) Development of AI in china(06:09) China leans into vertical AI(08:12) Apollo robotaxis: unit-cost positive(09:33) Yidu Tech: 5.5B health records(10:35) Squirrel AI outperforms top teachers(14:29) EVs & clean air(16:14) BYD x Octopus: earn by charging(18:30) EV boom improves Beijing air(19:56) Luxury Chinese EV interior(21:08) Closing thoughtsProduction by supermix.io and EPIIPLUS1 Ltd.

Cisco recently announced a major evolution to its certification roadmap: starting February 2026, the popular DevNet certifications will transition to a brand-new Automation track. Joining us today is Francois Caen, Product Manager at Cisco, also an expert in network automation and a recognized voice in the Cisco Learning and Certification Community. We talk with Francois... Read more »

Cisco recently announced a major evolution to its certification roadmap: starting February 2026, the popular DevNet certifications will transition to a brand-new Automation track. Joining us today is Francois Caen, Product Manager at Cisco, also an expert in network automation and a recognized voice in the Cisco Learning and Certification Community. We talk with Francois... Read more »

Patrick McGeehan, reporter for The New York Times covering infrastructure in New York City and surrounding area talks about Gov. Hochul plan for a new nuclear plant upstate.

Episode: 3317 Specialized Railcars for Heavy Cargo. Today, how railroads move the unmovable.

Connect with Early Riders // Connect with OnrampPresented collaboratively by Early Riders & Onramp Media...Final Settlement is a weekly podcast covering the underlying mechanics of the bitcoin protocol, its ongoing development and funding, and real-world applications of the technology.00:00 - Introduction to the Show and Guests03:22 - Expanding the Conversation: Bitcoin and Capital Markets05:38 - Robinhood's Crypto Push and Tokenization Trends12:00 - Value Accrual in Crypto and Traditional Markets19:57 - User Experience vs. Infrastructure in Crypto24:22 - AI Disruption: Winners and Losers in Venture Capital37:14 - The Rise of AI in Venture Capital40:07 - Understanding Revenue Metrics in Startups42:31 - The Shift in Founder Expectations47:14 - The Unsustainable Venture Capital Game51:43 - The Importance of Sound Money Principles55:33 - The Future of Venture Capital and Bitcoin01:01:30 - The Evolving Landscape of Crypto CustodyIf you found this valuable, please subscribe to Early Riders Insights for access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly.Links discussed:https://x.com/robpetrozzo/status/1939721226697494733https://x.com/amitisinvesting/status/1939716899656679693https://x.com/RobinhoodApp/status/1939709086645232006https://techcrunch.com/2025/06/25/kalshi-closes-185m-round-as-rival-polymarket-reportedly-seeks-200m/https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.reuters.com/technology/polymarket-nears-200-million-raise-over-1-billion-valuation-source-says-2025-06-24https://x.com/Bruce_Markets/status/1937583818430435410https://x.com/matthew_sigel/status/1940007846680183026https://confluencevcweekly.beehiiv.com/p/yc-ai-agentshttps://newsletter.pragmaticengineer.com/p/state-of-eng-market-2024https://levelvc.com/this-is-not-your-mothers-alpha/https://x.com/bgurley/status/1932942519802777681https://x.com/MTanguma/status/1940009119886533089https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Srl8Y4pBoKtNVYZBxmfj2TEMYM5tp1mE/viewKeep up with Michael:https://x.com/MTangumahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/mtanguma/Keep up with Brian:https://x.com/BackslashBTChttps://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-cubellis-00b1a660/Keep up with Liam:https://x.com/Lnelson_21https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-nelson1/Keep up with Clay:https://www.linkedin.com/in/cbnorris/https://x.com/ClayNorris10https://confluencevcweekly.beehiiv.com/subscribehttps://www.outlaw.vc/

On this episode of Animal Spirits: Talk Your Book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Michael Batnick⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ben Carlson⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are joined by Scott Litman, Portfolio Manager at GCM Grosvenor to discuss types of infrastructure investments, revenue drivers within infrastructure, the risk/return profile for infrastructure investments, thoughts around liquidity, and much more! Find complete show notes on our blogs... Ben Carlson's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠A Wealth of Common Sense⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Michael Batnick's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Irrelevant Investor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Feel free to shoot us an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠animalspirits@thecompoundnews.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with any feedback, questions, recommendations, or ideas for future topics of conversation. Check out the latest in financial blogger fashion at The Compound shop: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://idontshop.com Investing involves the risk of loss. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be or regarded as personalized investment advice or relied upon for investment decisions. Michael Batnick and Ben Carlson are employees of Ritholtz Wealth Management and may maintain positions in the securities discussed in this video. All opinions expressed by them are solely their own opinion and do not reflect the opinion of Ritholtz Wealth Management. See our disclosures here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ritholtzwealth.com/podcast-youtube-disclosures/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Compound Media, Incorporated, an affiliate of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ritholtz Wealth Management⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, receives payment from various entities for advertisements in affiliated podcasts, blogs and emails. Inclusion of such advertisements does not constitute or imply endorsement, sponsorship or recommendation thereof, or any affiliation therewith, by the Content Creator or by Ritholtz Wealth Management or any of its employees. For additional advertisement disclaimers see here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ritholtzwealth.com/advertising-disclaimers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Additional Disclosures: No assurance can be given that any investment will achieve its objectives or avoid losses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Subscribe on Patreon and hear this week's full patron-exclusive episode here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/132653960 Beatrice speaks with Mon Mohapatra of Community Justice Exchange (CJE) about their new resource “If They Build It: Organizing Lessons & Strategies Against Carceral Infrastructure,” a resource looking at the strategies deployed in anti-carceral organizing over the last few decades for strategies to strengthen future campaigns against carceral infrastructure and to strengthen future organizing against all types of cages. Find the resource here: https://www.communityjusticeexchange.org/en/resources-all/if-they-build-it-organizing-lessons-amp-strategies-against-carceral-infrastructure Runtime 1:36:26 Note: We're back! Thank you to everyone for all the well wishes and many kind messages during our parental leave. We have a lot coming together soon processing current events and reacting to some big developments that happened while we were away. As we ramp production back up we'll be prioritizing the patron feed first to make sure patrons get a full new episode every week. Get Health Communism here: www.versobooks.com/books/4081-health-communism Find Jules' new book here: https://www.versobooks.com/products/3054-a-short-history-of-trans-misogyny Find Tracy's book Abolish Rent here: www.haymarketbooks.org/books/2443-abolish-rent

Vadym Rozov, founder of Simplify Labs, joins the podcast to break down the regulatory future of crypto in Europe. With MiCA and DORA reshaping the landscape, Simplify Labs is helping exchanges stay compliant and launch fast with modular white-label solutions. Vadym shares what sets their platform apart, the challenges of MiCA implementation, how banks are evolving into exchanges, and what startups must know before entering regulated markets.Key Timestamps[00:00:00] Introduction: Sam introduces Vadym Rozov and the focus on MiCA regulation and Simplify Labs.[00:01:00] Vadym's Background: From Ukraine's Web2 outsourcing to building Simplify Labs.[00:02:00] What Simplify Labs Offers: A modular, white-label crypto exchange solution with MiCA compliance.[00:04:30] How It's Different: Built for real use—already powering licensed exchanges like RX in Malta.[00:06:00] Regulation-Ready: Adapting to MiCA and DORA from years ago, including penetration testing and dev scale.[00:07:00] MiCA's Impact: Only 100 out of 5,000+ EU exchanges expected to survive by 2026.[00:08:00] Travel Rule Explained: Why all transactions now need sender/receiver data stored.[00:09:30] Client Successes: Crypto card deployments, fiat conversion, and onboarding for MiCA-regulated exchanges.[00:11:30] Roadmap: Continual updates to match changing regulations and user needs.[00:12:30] Business Growth: Positioning for the MiCA shift and long-term regulatory infrastructure.[00:14:00] Costs of Compliance: Team, tech, and monthly operational costs under MiCA.[00:16:00] Building Lessons: Why Simplify Labs' roots in real-world exchange operations matter.[00:17:00] Market Trends: Telegram bots, fun tokens, meme coins, and where MiCA draws the line.[00:19:30] Banks vs Exchanges: Vadym on why traditional banks will become the next big crypto players.[00:21:00] Final Ask: Looking for long-term partners, not funding—ready to support licensed launches.Connecthttps://simplifylabs.io/https://www.linkedin.com/company/simplify-labs/https://x.com/simplifylabs_iohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vadimrozov/https://x.com/vadimrozovDisclaimerNothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research. Finally, it would mean a lot if you can leave a review of this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and share this podcast with a friend.Be a guest on the podcast or contact us - https://www.web3pod.xyz/

Remove and re-download for an enhanced audio file.[Join our community at my Substack where we continue these conversations with deeper dives into the biggest lessons from each episode, plus my regular essays and behind-the-scenes thoughts: https://bogumilbaranowski.substack.com/]Jamie Yuenger is the founder and CEO of StoryKeep, a pioneering company that helps affluent families preserve their legacies through documentary filmmaking and storytelling, transforming how multi-generational wealthy families connect with their heritage and values.EPISODE NOTES 3:00 - Jamie's childhood revelation: Learning at age 9 that her father wasn't her biological dad, creating a lifelong fascination with family identity and secrets6:00 - The basement moment: Meeting her biological grandmother at 18 and seeing ancestral artifacts from Scandinavia, sparking her understanding of generational connection9:00 - Career pivot: From WNYC producer to family storytelling after being hired to interview a friend's father-in-law, discovering her life's calling12:00 - Wealthy family education: Reading "Strangers in Paradise" and attending conferences to understand multi-generational family dynamics15:00 - The real work: Stories as emotional infrastructure for family resilience, not just nostalgia or keepsakes18:00 - Japanese internment example: How families initially resist difficult stories but ultimately embrace them as cornerstones of resilience21:00 - Immigration's universal impact: Personal experience moving to Netherlands illuminating the hero's journey embedded in client stories24:00 - Beyond founder stories: Importance of documenting multiple generations, especially women's contributions often left out27:00 - Discovery process: 4-6 week phase determining real goals before production begins30:00 - The screening moment: 80+ family members in a real theater experiencing their story together35:00 - 100-year perspective: How one family dinner can contain living memory spanning centuries38:00 - Personal prejudice confrontation: Overcoming working-class assumptions about wealthy people through actual relationships45:00 - Trust building: The power of listening well and holding space rather than talking50:00 - Global families: Using media to connect dispersed families across continents55:00 - Legacy as ambassador: Etymology reveals legacy originally meant envoy to the future59:00 - Success redefined: Focusing on a good life rather than traditional success metricsPodcast Program – Disclosure StatementBlue Infinitas Capital, LLC is a registered investment adviser and the opinions expressed by the Firm's employees and podcast guests on this show are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Blue Infinitas Capital, LLC. All statements and opinions expressed are based upon information considered reliable although it should not be relied upon as such. Any statements or opinions are subject to change without notice.Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed.Information expressed does not take into account your specific situation or objectives, and is not intended as recommendations appropriate for any individual. Listeners are encouraged to seek advice from a qualified tax, legal, or investment adviser to determine whether any information presented may be suitable for their specific situation. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.

Did you know that for the first 15 years of your mortgage, you're working mostly for the taxman, not your future wealth? It's a startling claim, but one backed by data from the Housing Industry Association — and it sheds new light on why housing affordability is getting worse, not better. Today, I'm joined by Tim Reardon, Chief Economist at the HIA, to unpack this extraordinary insight. We explore how government taxes and regulatory charges are silently front-loading the cost of home ownership, inflating house prices, and burdening Aussie families before they've even laid a brick. And while there's some good news on the horizon — with interest rate cuts expected to drive a recovery in home building — the longer-term challenges are immense. Think taxes, planning bottlenecks, and a construction industry on its knees due to chronic underbuilding and workforce shortages. Whether you're a property investor, homeowner, or policymaker, this conversation will leave you thinking differently about the hidden forces shaping the housing market — and why just building more homes won't be enough.   Takeaways  ·         The first 15 years of mortgage repayments primarily cover taxes. ·         Approximately 50% of the cost of a new house is attributed to taxes and fees. ·         Government policies significantly impact housing supply and affordability. ·         Subsidizing first home buyers does not address the root causes of housing unaffordability. ·         The 1.2 million homes initiative requires substantial policy changes to succeed. ·         Foreign investment is crucial for increasing housing supply. ·         Build-to-rent projects are not currently providing affordable housing options. ·         Interest rates directly influence the volume of new home building. ·         Labor availability is a significant challenge for the construction industry. ·         Policy reforms are necessary to improve housing supply and affordability.   Chapters  01:12 Understanding Mortgage Repayments and Taxes 04:54 Challenges in Housing Supply and Infrastructure 09:00 Government Schemes and Their Limitations 10:39 The 1.2 Million Homes Initiative 14:41 The Future of Build-to-Rent Projects 17:01 Market Dynamics and Housing Affordability 20:27 Structural Challenges in the Housing Industry 23:18 Conclusion and Future Outlook   Links and Resources: Answer this week's trivia question here- www.PropertyTrivia.com.au ·         Win a hard copy of How to Grow a Multi-Million Dollar Property Portfolio – in your spare time. ·         Everyone wins a copy of a fully updated property report – What's ahead for property for 2025 and beyond   Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan Click here and have a chat with us Michael Yardney – Subscribe to my Property Update newsletter here  Tim Reardon HIA Chief Economist  Get a bundle of eBooks and Reports at www.PodcastBonus.com.au   Also, please subscribe to my other podcast Demographics Decoded with Simon Kuestenmacher – just look for Demographics Decoded wherever you are listening to this podcast and subscribe so each week we can unveil the trends shaping your future.

The first ever Mayor of Clare from Clarecastle says enhancing wastewater infrastructure will be among the main goals of his term in office. Fine Gael Councillor Paul Murphy has been elected Cathaoirleach of Clare County Council from the 2025 to 2026 term, with Ennis Fianna Fáil Councillor Clare-Colleran Molloy to serve as deputy. There are currently 26 towns and villages in Clare without extensive public access to sewerage facilities, while a further 25 have no connection at all. Cathaoirleach Murphy says there's a clear focus for the year ahead.

Long-time friend and Christian colleague Diane Ujiiye, the co-director of nonprofit www.api-rise.org, introduced me to her Program Director Kanaka Mālia Luna Jennings, a proud Native Hawaiian and Filipina who, while a juvenile, had been incarcerated for 23 years. Her father died while she was inside, which served as a desperately needed wake up call to grow up, turn to God, and begin turning her life around. After she was released from prison, however, ICE swooped her up, and those seven months of detention were more dehumanizing and difficult than anything she'd experienced in prison. Hers is a remarkable and inspiring story of how true change that begins within can ripple outward to heal communities and generations.

The future of government is being rewritten—and it's digital. In this insightful episode, we sit down with Aneesh Joshi and Omar Shabbir from Infrastructure Ontario (IO) to explore how cutting-edge technologies like Digital ID systems, AI, and Digital Twins are revolutionizing public services. From eliminating bureaucratic silos to creating seamless, citizen-centric experiences, Aneesh (Technology Advisory Lead) and Omar (Growth Practice Lead) break down: - Why Ontario needs a secure Digital ID—and how it could transform everything from healthcare to transit. - The game-changing potential of Digital Twins—virtual replicas of infrastructure that optimize urban planning, healthcare, and more. - Overcoming barriers to innovation in government—from privacy concerns to fostering cross-sector collaboration. - Lessons from global leaders and actionable steps for public-sector leaders to accelerate change. Whether you're a policymaker, tech enthusiast, or simply curious about the future of government services, this conversation offers a bold vision for a smarter, faster, and more connected Ontario. Tune in and discover how emerging tech is turning bureaucracy into breakthroughs.   Aneesh Joshi and Omar Shabbir from Infrastructure Ontario.   For more great insights head to www.PublicSectorNetwork.co        

Kurt Larsen is Co-Founder of Rhinestone (https://www.rhinestone.wtf), a platform revolutionizing Web3 by building modular smart account infrastructure to enhance interoperability, security, and developer accessibility. Kurt shares his journey from a banker to launching markets for Deliveroo and leading a machine learning product division, to co-founding Rhinestone, which recently raised $5 million in a seed round led by 1kx, with support from CoinFund, Lattice, Heartcore, Circle Ventures, among others. He discusses how his early fascination with crypto in 2017, coupled with insights from building Deliveroo's marketplace algorithms, exposed the flaws of centralized networks and fueled Rhinestone's mission to create user-friendly, self-sovereign tools that rival Web2 simplicity. Kurt dives into Rhinestone's platform for developers to build and monetize smart account modules, the challenges of improving Web3 UX, and his vision for smart accounts as the dominant interface for users, AI agents, and blockchain-integrated systems in the next three to five years.

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SNMP is still widely used in today’s networks. But modern telemetry and network observability are bringing changes to network monitoring. Today’s Heavy Networking is a roundtable discussion about alternatives to SNMP and real-world use cases for those alternatives. This episode was inspired by a request from listener Nikolay. He says… While telemetry (gRPC, etc.) is... Read more »

SNMP is still widely used in today’s networks. But modern telemetry and network observability are bringing changes to network monitoring. Today’s Heavy Networking is a roundtable discussion about alternatives to SNMP and real-world use cases for those alternatives. This episode was inspired by a request from listener Nikolay. He says… While telemetry (gRPC, etc.) is... Read more »

In a recent BlackRock survey of registered voters, more than 75% of retirees said they wished they had saved more money for retirement. And with the recent passage of the SECURE 2.0 Act now in effect, opening up new opportunities for savers, investors are considering how to save and build wealth for the future. Shoring up emergency savings is protective of retirement savings, according to research by The BlackRock Foundation. So how can investors ensure they're pulling all the levers at their disposal to retire on their own terms?Rob Crothers, Head of U.S. Retirement for BlackRock, will discuss the current state of the retirement landscape and help us unpack a toolkit for retirement savers that's been proposed by the Bipartisan Policy Center and how investors and employers can plan for the future.Key moments in this episode:00:00 Introduction: The Importance of Saving for Retirement00:17 Exploring the SECURE 2.0 Act and Retirement Universals02:01 Current Retirement Landscape and Policy Changes04:06 BlackRock's D.C. Retirement Summit and Key Recommendations06:28 Mechanisms for Better Saving Behavior11:40 Encouraging Early Financial Education14:24 Market Volatility and Long-Term Saving Strategies16:50 Actionable Retirement Considerations18:18 Conclusion and Upcoming TopicsCheck out this playlist on investing for retirement here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/08Fx1iZaBwLclqpswIbjUq

This week on Cloud Unplugged: AI goes local, Google Cloud breaks the internet, and the DOJ turns up the heat on Google's $32B Wiz acquisition.We're breaking down the biggest stories in cloud and AI:Context & Qualcomm are teaming up to move AI agents off the cloud and onto your device. What does this mean for the future of local-first AI?A major Google Cloud outage caused chaos across Cloudflare, Shopify, and Discord. We explain what went wrong and what it tells us about the risks of centralised cloud infrastructure.The DOJ is investigating Google's acquisition of Wiz, raising questions about cloud security competition and antitrust concerns.Plus: Andrej Karpathy's Software 3.0 vision, is natural language the new programming interface?Hosted by Lewis and Jon, two cloud-native veterans covering the real stories behind the hype in cloud, AI, and dev infrastructure.

SNMP is still widely used in today’s networks. But modern telemetry and network observability are bringing changes to network monitoring. Today’s Heavy Networking is a roundtable discussion about alternatives to SNMP and real-world use cases for those alternatives. This episode was inspired by a request from listener Nikolay. He says… While telemetry (gRPC, etc.) is... Read more »

This week, we unpack The Optimist, the new Sam Altman biography; revisit OpenAI's early days; and break down Coatue's AI strategy deck. Plus, tips for squeezing in side projects between thought leadership presentations. Watch the YouTube Live Recording of Episode 526 (https://www.youtube.com/live/1CnmEwdH6ME?si=64oVGDyCvXdzJeIj) Runner-up Titles Flow State Altman and AI Day 2 Thinking Growth Mindset Less of you You don't need a Harvard Business Review subscription to know that Running unnecessary hardware in your house Lifelong Costco member here. 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In this Telemetry News Now episode, Phil and Justin discuss the future energy demands of AI infrastructure, including eye-opening predictions about GPU power consumption. They discuss Gartner's skepticism regarding agentic AI projects, cautioning against inflated expectations. The duo also covers Cisco's latest quantum networking moves, legal battles over AI data rights, innovative private 5G networks at UK ports, and new high-capacity networking investments in Scandinavia. Plus, updates from Panama's internet shutdown and the latest industry events.

In this week's episode, Rex sits down with entrepreneur Andy McNeill and State Rep. Matt Duffield, R-Russellville, co-hosts of the Free Arkansas podcast, to discuss how open dialogue and practical policymaking could shape the state's future. Through their Free Arkansas podcast, the pair aim to challenge the status quo by fostering conversation, examining the state's rankings across key sectors and identifying tangible steps toward progress. Matt, who entered public service to be of help to his community, underscores the need to refocus on foundational issues, such as budgeting, infrastructure and effective governance in shaping public policy. The conversation also touches on the growing influence of national politics in local debates, with Rex, Matt and Andy arguing for a renewed emphasis on Arkansas-specific solutions to community and statewide issues. Looking toward the future, Matt and Andy point to Arkansas' natural assets, affordability and cultural values as key elements for long-term growth in a post-pandemic economy. From the steel boom in northeast Arkansas to outdoor tourism in the northwest portion of the state, the trio discuss what it would take to usher in an economic golden era. The conversation includes the consideration of factors such as community development, healthcare access and broadband internet expansion as critical steps toward progress. Ultimately, the three agree that a more vibrant, stronger Arkansas begins with better conversation and dialogue. Follow Rex Nelson's Southern Fried Podcast on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube, or visit arkansasonline.com/podcast23 for an exclusive subscription offer available only to podcast listeners.  Chapters (00:00:08) - Southern Fried Podcast(00:01:02) - Free Arkansas: A Dialogue for a Better Arkansas(00:04:55) - Arkansas Businessman and Serial Entrepreneur Andy Denali(00:06:33) - Arkansas is a Good Place to Do Business(00:07:01) - Alex Thomas: Arkansas' reputation as a business destination(00:11:14) - Adam Russell on Running for Public Office(00:17:01) - Arkansas lawmakers: What is best for the state of Arkansas?(00:18:52) - Eric Harrison: Arkansas on the verge of a golden era(00:24:44) - Arkansas Governor on Bringing More People From California to the State(00:27:54) - Infrastructure needs to be improved in Arkansas(00:33:09) - Comments on Russellville Mayor's first year(00:33:51) - Exclusives: Arkansans' optimism about the future(00:37:21) - Southern Fried Podcast

Richard Hallahan, PE, MBA Head of Solutions Engineering at CleanArc Data Centers, joined us on #JSATV to share insights on the company's innovative approach to data center infrastructure.He discusses CleanArc's commitment to community engagement, including their efforts in Virginia's VA1 project and their focus on sustainability with a renewable energy plan for the site. He also touches on the growing demand for AI-ready infrastructure, emphasizing CleanArc's flexibility to support both cloud compute and AI deployments. 

Brett Winton and ARK analyst Jozef Soja dive deep into the rapidly evolving world of AI agents—software entities that are increasingly automating enterprise functions like customer support. They explore why AI agents are gaining traction, how they're priced, and the potential for a new kind of agent-versus-agent arms race between companies and consumers. Later in the episode, they're joined by Dr. Alan Bekker, founder of eSelf.ai and former Head of Conversational AI at Snap, who shares his journey from building voice agents for call centers to launching a real-time, face-to-face AI tutoring platform. Alan offers insights into how the rise of large language models (LLM) is reshaping education, what makes a great AI tutor, and why a visual, embodied presence is crucial for learning.Key Points From This Episode:00:00:00 What enterprise AI agents actually do and how companies like Salesforce are pricing them00:03:41 Why $2 per AI conversation may already undercut human support costs00:05:04 The Return On Investment (ROI) model behind agent adoption and enterprise productivity00:06:41 Why agent-based software may retain higher pricing power than other AI tools00:09:11 The coming arms race: AI agents negotiating with other AI agents00:12:30 Scaling demand for customer service with intelligent automation00:15:04 Vertical vs. horizontal Software as a Service (SaaS) in the AI agent ecosystem00:16:43 AI's impact across the software stack—SaaS, Platform as a Service (PaaS) , and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)00:17:56 Why building your own AI apps may soon be cheaper than onboarding SaaS00:20:01 ARK's  internal hackathon and how non-engineers are becoming developers00:20:29 Guest: Dr. Alan Bekker joins to discuss the evolution of conversational AI00:22:04 The journey from decision trees to LLMs: Lessons from Snap's AI team00:27:32 Seeing GPT's impact from inside: OpenAI's early partner outreach00:31:47 Why face-to-face AI tutors found strong product-market fit in education00:33:59 eSelf's go-to-market strategy: Partnering with publishers as a business to business to consumer (B2B2C) wedge00:36:24 Pricing real-time AI tutoring tools in a margin-conscious market00:40:00 Business to consumer (B2C) aspirations: Moving toward a direct-to-student tutoring product00:44:56 What's still missing for real-time AI to match human-level teaching00:48:03 The psychological impact of avatars: Building trust through embodied agents00:51:43 Why personalization—not just LLM knowledge—matters in tutoring00:54:20 Democratizing learning: LLMs as the end of expert-driven education

By popular request (and now that we have some other background topics covered) we start our series on the Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) routing protocol. We kick off the series with OSPF basics including Link State Advertisements, Link State Database, and other related essentials. We’ll explore additional OSPF topics over subsequent episodes. This week’s... Read more »

In this episode, Patrick McKenzie (@patio11) is joined by Jennifer Li, a general partner at a16z investing in enterprise, infrastructure and AI. Jennifer breaks down how AI workloads are creating new demands on everything from inference pipelines to observability systems, explaining why we're seeing a bifurcation between language models and diffusion models at the infrastructure level. They explore emerging categories like reinforcement learning environments that help train agents, the evolution of web scraping for agentic workflows, and why Jennifer believes the API economy is about to experience another boom as agents become the primary consumers of software interfaces.–Full transcript: www.complexsystemspodcast.com/the-ai-infrastructure-stack-with-jennifer-li-a16z/–Sponsor:  VantaVanta automates security compliance and builds trust, helping companies streamline ISO, SOC 2, and AI framework certifications. Learn more at https://vanta.com/complex–Links:Jennifer Li's writing at a16z https://a16z.com/author/jennifer-li/ –Timestamps:(00:00) Intro(00:55) The AI shift and infrastructure(02:24) Diving into middleware and AI models(04:23) Challenges in AI infrastructure(07:07) Real-world applications and optimizations(15:15) Sponsor: Vanta(16:38) Real-world applications and optimizations (cont'd)(19:05) Reinforcement learning and synthetic environments(23:05) The future of SaaS and AI integration(26:02) Observability and self-healing systems(32:49) Web scraping and automation(37:29) API economy and agent interactions(44:47) Wrap

What if the final frontier isn't as far away as it seems? In this episode, Kelli Kedis Ogborn, VP of Space Commerce and Entrepreneurship at the Space Foundation, breaks down how space is no longer just about astronauts and satellites. It's an economic engine already driving trillions in opportunity. From reusable rockets to orbital infrastructure and venture capital gaps, this conversation explores what it takes to do business beyond Earth. Key takeaways: The global space economy is currently valued at $570B and expected to hit $772B by 2027 78% of the space economy is driven by commercial activity, not just government spending Satellites are enabling new markets in insurance, agriculture, and logistics through advanced data Infrastructure in space needs coordination and standards like refueling stations and docking protocols Venture capital alone won't fund the future, so sovereign wealth and patient capital are key to scaleLINKS:Kelli's LinkedInSpace Foundation WebsiteKelli's Podcast/Webcast about Space EconomyWATCH THE FULL EPISODE HEREFeedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know. -----------------------------------------THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Are you experienced in freight sales or already an independent freight agent? Listen to our Freight Agent Trenches interview series powered by SPI Logistics to hear from the company's agents on how they took the leap and found a home with SPI freight agent program. CargoRex – Your Logistics Hub. Explore, discover, and evolve with the all-in-one platform connecting you to the top logistics tools, services, and industry voices. Whether you're a leader, researcher, or creator, CargoRex helps you stay ahead. Explore Now Digital Dispatch maximizes your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers. Check out our website services here.

In this episode of Fintech Layer Cake, Reggie Young sits down with Max Eber, Co-Founder of Taktile, to explore how modern fintechs are rethinking risk infrastructure. Max shares insights from building a flexible decision engine used by leading lenders and fintechs around the world. They dive into what it really takes to customize underwriting, how Taktile is approaching AI and LLMs in production, and why success often hinges on enabling teams, not just engineers, to iterate faster.Whether you're navigating credit models, fraud risk, or just curious about what LLMs can actually do in a fintech setting, this episode delivers a practical, high-level crash course on decisioning infrastructure at scale.

IREI editors convene to discuss internal and external issues of the day, and you're invited to listen in. Joining the discussion is Loretta Clodfelter, the organization's editorial director; Mike Consol, editor of Real Assets Adviser; Marek Handzel, editor of Institutional Real Estate Europe; and Kali Persall, editor of Institutional Investing in Infrastructure. (06/2025)

IREI editors convene to discuss internal and external issues of the day, and you're invited to listen in. Joining the discussion is Loretta Clodfelter, the organization's editorial director; Mike Consol, editor of Real Assets Adviser; Marek Handzel, editor of Institutional Real Estate Europe; and Kali Persall, editor of Institutional Investing in Infrastructure. (06/2025)

IREI editors convene to discuss internal and external issues of the day, and you're invited to listen in. Joining the discussion is Loretta Clodfelter, the organization's editorial director; Mike Consol, editor of Real Assets Adviser; Marek Handzel, editor of Institutional Real Estate Europe; and Kali Persall, editor of Institutional Investing in Infrastructure. (06/2025)

This week, Lightspeed Partner Mike Mignano sits down with his colleague Bucky Moore, a fellow partner at Lightspeed to explore the rapidly shifting landscape of AI and infrastructure. They unpack the evolution from hardware to cloud to AI-native architectures, the growing momentum behind open-source models, and the rise of AI agents and reinforcement learning environments. Bucky also shares how his early days at Cisco shaped his bottom-up view of enterprise software, and why embracing the new is the key to spotting trillion-dollar opportunities.Episode Chapters: (00:00) Introduction to the Conversation(00:38) Bucky Moore's Background and Early Career(01:39) Insights from Cisco: Old World Meets New World(03:54) Transition to Venture Capital(08:15) The Evolution of Infrastructure Investment(15:50) Impact of AI on Infrastructure(24:37) Training AI Agents: Challenges and Innovations(25:07) The Future of Reinforcement Learning Environments(25:51) Infrastructure for AI Agents(26:49) Emerging Opportunities in AI Infrastructure(28:58) The Impact of Salesforce's Data Policies(33:00) The Evolution of AI Compute(39:47) The Role of New AI Architectures(42:47) The Future of Venture Capital in AI(46:44) Predicting the Next Trillion-Dollar AI CompaniesStay in touch:www.lsvp.comX: https://twitter.com/lightspeedvpLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lightspeed-venture-partners/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightspeedventurepartners/Subscribe on your favorite podcast app: generativenow.coEmail: generativenow@lsvp.comThe content here does not constitute tax, legal, business or investment advice or an offer to provide such advice, should not be construed as advocating the purchase or sale of any security or investment or a recommendation of any company, and is not an offer, or solicitation of an offer, for the purchase or sale of any security or investment product. For more details please see lsvp.com/legal.

MCP, or Model Context Protocol, is an open-source project originally created by Anthropic. MCP is designed to let AI agents to connect to data repositories, applications, business and developer tools, and other agents to execute tasks and carry out instructions. Day Two DevOps explores the capabilities and pitfalls of MCP, how the protocol works, and... Read more »

MCP, or Model Context Protocol, is an open-source project originally created by Anthropic. MCP is designed to let AI agents to connect to data repositories, applications, business and developer tools, and other agents to execute tasks and carry out instructions. Day Two DevOps explores the capabilities and pitfalls of MCP, how the protocol works, and... Read more »

From time to time, we'll re-air a previous episode of the show that our newer audience may have missed.During this episode, Santosh is joined by Jaime Tabachnik, Co-Founder and CEO at Solvento, a company unlocking the flow of money for truckers in Latin America. During the conversation, Santosh and Jaime discuss the intersection of freight and finance. Jaime shares his transition from civil engineering to logistics and payments, and how his experience led to founding Solvento. The company aims to help SMEs in the Mexican trucking industry by providing software and financial solutions to improve cash flow and efficiency. They discuss Solvento's $50 million lending facility, the specifics of the Mexican trucking market, and the impact of nearshoring. Jaime also addresses venture capital investment in lending models, the potential for transformative change in the Mexican economy, and more.Highlights from their conversation include:Solvento and Logistics Payment Automation (0:41)Jaime's background in Supply Chain and Logistics (1:51)Solvento's Infrastructure for Freight Industry (9:46Lending Facility and Quick Pay Solutions (15:49)Mexican Trucking Industry Insights (22:34)Nearshoring and the Mexican Supply Chain (25:53)Lending Models in Emerging Markets (28:39)VC Investment and Capital Efficiency (30:51)Jaime's Motivation and Industry Impact (32:05)Rapid Fire: Security, Elections, and Interest Rates (34:01)Final thoughts and takeaways (37:01)Dynamo is a VC firm led by supply chain and mobility specialists that focus on seed-stage, enterprise startups.Find out more at: https://www.dynamo.vc/

Clarity Innovations is a rapidly growing software and data innovations firm working in the DoD, IC and federal sectors, shares Director of Recruiting, Brett Willie. Listen for details on why the company values unapologetic transparency and hiring team players who are ready to help those around them succeed. With hiring spanning all security clearance levels, Clarity offers employees real opportunities for growth and advancement from within.4:26 Goal is to increase their workforce by 50% in the next year.6:57 Clarity is hiring across all security clearance levels. Infrastructure gives their employee base the opportunity to move internally without having to look for growth externally.8:34 Platform Engineer is a new code word for DevOps. The government is using this labor category to encompass a lot of new opportunities.Find show notes and additional links at: https://clearedjobs.net/clarity-software-and-data-innovations-podcast/_ This show is brought to you by ClearedJobs.Net. Have feedback or questions for us? Email us at rriggins@clearedjobs.net. Sign up for our cleared job seeker newsletter. Create a cleared job seeker profile on ClearedJobs.Net. Engage with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X, or YouTube. _

Some Aucklanders have received Watercare bills that claim they have not used a single drop of water in the past month, or in some cases for months, no showers had, no toilets flushed, no house plant watered, no kettles filled; nothing. Online forums confused customers are asking about receiving zero use bills, others say they've had enormous catch-up accounts months after getting zero bills, all due to Watercare's smart metres. Checkpoint spoke to a few customers.

Join us on the Engineering Influence podcast for an insightful conversation with Rob Brigham, CEO of JEO Consulting Services, recorded live from the ACEC Spring Convention at the Grand Hyatt in Washington, D.C. Discover the journey of JEO, a firm that has been a significant player in the public infrastructure market since 1937, and learn about their commitment to fields like transportation, water infrastructure, and environmental planning. Rob Brigham shares his unique career path, his leadership during pivotal growth phases within the company, and how JEO has evolved under his guidance. We delve into the significance of engaging in national legislative discussions and how JEO remains an influential voice in policy-making circles. Get an insider's perspective on the importance of strategic partnerships, the influence of legislative relationships on business operations, and the power of cohesive industry involvement in political advocacy. Aspiring engineering professionals won't want to miss Rob's insights on building impactful careers and the potential opportunities to influence legislative matters.

MCP, or Model Context Protocol, is an open-source project originally created by Anthropic. MCP is designed to let AI agents to connect to data repositories, applications, business and developer tools, and other agents to execute tasks and carry out instructions. Day Two DevOps explores the capabilities and pitfalls of MCP, how the protocol works, and... Read more »

In February 2022, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. China has never condemned the invasion, and its government and media have carefully avoided using term “Ukraine War,” opting instead to refer to the war as the “Ukraine crisis,” the “Russia-Ukraine conflict,” or the “special military operation,” a term that echoes Moscow's language. Beijing's approach to the Ukraine War has included support for Russia, a commitment China's own principles, including respecting Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity, and a professed desire for peace.This episode's discussion will focus on China's evolving posture toward the war and China's relationship with Ukraine. Joining the podcast this episode is Dr. Vita Golod, who is a Junior Research Fellow at the A. Yu Krymskyi Institute of Oriental Studies, National Academy Sciences of Ukraine, and a Visiting Adjunct Instructor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.She is also the co-founder of the Ukrainian Platform for Contemporary China and a board member of the Ukrainian Association of Sinologists.  Timestamps[00:00] Start[01:35] China's Relationship with Ukraine Prior to Russia's Invasion[05:06] President Zelenskyy's Accusations Against China [08:20] Contemporary Ukrainian Perceptions of Relations with China [12:14] Ukrainian Perceptions of Sino-Russian Relations[16:25] China as a Mediator and Peacemaker[19:06] China's Interests in the Outcome of the Russo-Ukrainian War[21:21] What concrete steps could China take to facilitate peace? [23:14] China's Role in the Post-War Reconstruction of Ukraine[28:08] The Future of Sino-Ukrainian Relations

In this Deep Dive series on Climate Philanthropy, I'm exploring the wide range of ways that foundations are stepping up to support climate progress, especially amid federal rollbacks and inconsistent commitments from large companies. Philanthropic capital is tiny in comparison to government and corporate budgets, but it can still be a helpful tool – especially if wielded strategically. Let's set some context: In the United States, there are over 30,000 environmental nonprofits. It's a wildly diverse field with organizations of all sizes and countless focus areas. Since the 1970s, they've saved millions of lives through environmental protections that have cleaned our air, water, land, buildings, factories, and products. Many are struggling with funding cuts and staff shortages, and too often they compete for attention and resources.Foundations provide funding to these organizations, but they can also play a more fundamental role: building movement infrastructure that bolsters the power and influence of the entire field. That, argues Pisces Foundation President David Beckman, is a priority that deserves more attention and support. David is a friend whom I've had the pleasure of working with over the years. When it comes to investing in movement infrastructure, I can't think of anyone else who brings the nuance and insight David has gained through a career-long focus on advancing the environmental movement. We talk about his background as an National Resources Defense Council attorney, his role in helping start the Pisces Foundation, the entreprenuerial nature of his work, what movement infrastructure is, what he's learned about investing in it, the importance of late night cookies in building relationships, the need for a meta narrative, the work of the Pisces Foundation, super pollutants, what business people and young people should know about the environmental movement, and much more. On today's episode, we cover:[03:49] David's Background and Career Path[05:37] Founding of Pisces Foundation[07:56] State of the Environmental Movement[09:41] Strategic Posture and Movement Influence[11:44] Collective Work and Movement Infrastructure[15:08] Social Entrepreneurship in Philanthropy[17:29] Collaborative Field Building Insights[19:49] Late Night Cookies and Building Relationships[22:31] Meta Narrative in Environmental Movement[25:32] Discussion on Environmental Regulations[28:25] Pisces Foundation's Strategic Evolution[31:33] Super Pollutants Overview[33:40] Impact of DC Politics on Philanthropy[35:48] Advice for Business Community[37:13] Advice for Young People[39:04] Current InspirationsResources MentionedPisces FoundationNational Resources Defense CouncilSierra ClubBlue Sky Funders ForumMosaic Funders CollaborativeHewlett Foundation“Abundance” by Ezra Klein and Derek ThompsonU.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Haakon Brunell is the CEO and Co-founder of Carbon Crusher, a Norwegian company turning traditional road construction on its head. Carbon Crusher refurbishes existing roads using bio-based binders and on-site recycling to create carbon-negative, cost-effective, and more durable infrastructure. In this episode, Haakon shares how their "Crushing-as-a-Service" model and SkyRoads AI platform reduce emissions, increase road longevity, and drive down costs. He explains why roads are both a climate problem and a climate opportunity—and how Carbon Crusher plans to sequester a gigaton of CO₂ by 2035.MCJ is an investor in Carbon Crusher, having participated in the company's seed round back in 2022 when it emerged from Y Combinator. Guest hosting for the first time on this episode is MCJ Partner, Thai Nguyen. Enjoy the show! In this episode, we cover: [02:23] Launching Carbon Crusher out of Y Combinator[05:22] An overview of Carbon Crusher[06:15] Roads as a climate problem and carbon sink opportunity[08:21] Emissions from traditional road refurbishment[09:41] Carbon Crusher's 3 pillars: crushing, bio-binders, and AI platform[12:52] Why roads are now stronger, cheaper, and greener[14:14] Customer mindset in a conservative industry[17:49] Origin story from winter-damaged roads in Norway[21:12] Performance in both cold and hot weather climates[22:53] Customers include cities, counties, and private road owners[26:12] SkyRoads AI helps digitize and plan road maintenance[28:45] Challenges: regulation and conservative decision-making[30:53] Vision: sequestering a gigaton of CO₂ by 2035Episode recorded on May 13, 2025 (Published on June 23, 2025) Enjoyed this episode? Please leave us a review! Share feedback or suggest future topics and guests at info@mcj.vc.Connect with MCJ:Cody Simms on LinkedInVisit mcj.vcSubscribe to the MCJ Newsletter*Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant