Podcasts about M12

Hosted by Chris Beckett & Shane Ludtke, two amateur astronomers in Saskatchewan who enjoy teaching astronomy classes and showing the public views through their telescopes. actualastronomy@gmail.com   On Episode 547 of Actual Astronomy, hosts Chris and Shane guide listeners through observing an array of August Messier objects across the constellations Ophiuchus, Scorpius, and Sagittarius. The show details viewing techniques for globular and open clusters—highlighting targets like the egg-shaped globular M19, the historical Ptolemy's Cluster (M7), and the beginner-friendly M23. Additionally, they explore iconic Milky Way nebulae, including the active star-forming Lagoon Nebula (M8) and the nearby Trifid Nebula (M20) with its distinctive three-lobed dark dust lanes.   1. M10 & M12 (Globular Clusters in Ophiuchus) - Binoculars: Sweeping through central Ophiuchus reveals these two bright globulars in the same binocular field. They appear as soft, distinct bluishgray spheres. - Telescope: In an 8-inch telescope, M12 resolves well into individual stars across its core, while M10 appears somewhat more tightly packed, brighter toward the center, and slightly fuzzier at the edges. - Compare the two side-by-side: Despite being located near each other in our sky, M12 has lost a significant portion of its lower-mass stars due to repeated passages through the Milky Way's dense galactic disk.   2. M107 (Globular Cluster in Ophiuchus) - Binoculars: A challenging target for binoculars; requires dark skies and averted vision to spot as a minute, faint smudge. - Telescope: Small-to-medium telescopes reveal a delicate, somewhat un-concentrated patch of light with a loose core. - M107 contains noticeable dark dust lanes or obscuring regions, which is relatively rare for a globular cluster, giving it a unique visual texture in medium-to-large scopes.   3. M9 (Globular Cluster in Ophiuchus) - Binoculars: Similar in scale to M107, though slightly brighter and easier to catch in 10x50s on a clear night. - Telescope: Small scopes show a bright, unresolved central nucleus surrounded by a faint, grainy halo. - M9 is located remarkably close to the Galactic Centre—only about 5,500 light-years away from it. It lies near dark nebulae like Barnard 64, making the surrounding starfield visually compelling.   4. M19 & M62 (Globular Clusters in Ophiuchus) - Binoculars: Separated by about 4 degrees, both fit easily into a standard binocular field of view south of M10/M12. They look like round, soft patches brightening toward their centers, with M19 appearing noticeably brighter. - Telescope: Smaller telescopes show compact, fuzzy disks. Moderate magnification begins resolving outer stars on both. - M19 is famous for being one of the most distinctly oblate (egg-shaped) globular clusters known, likely due to tidal forces from its proximity to the galactic core. - M62 has an asymmetric core, heavily deformed by galactic tidal forces, and hosts a rich population of millisecond pulsars.   5. M6 (The Butterfly Cluster) & M7 (Ptolemy's Cluster) Scorpius - Naked Eye: Both are bright and obvious to the naked eye under dark skies near the "stinger" of Scorpius. - Binoculars: Binoculars provide the absolute best view. Both clusters fit together in a wide 10x50 field. M7 is larger and brighter; M6 displays a striking butterfly-like star arrangement. - M7 is one of the oldest recorded deep-sky objects, noted by Ptolemy in 130 AD. - The orange giant star BM Scorpii, which sits on the wing of the "Butterfly" in M6 and adds a nice pop of stellar color contrast.   6. M8 (The Lagoon Nebula) Sagittarius - Naked Eye: Appears as a distinct, hazy patch in the Milky Way band above Scorpius. - Binoculars: Shows as a huge, glowing oval patch—larger than the full Moon—with several bright stars embedded within it. - Telescope / Filters: A UHC or O-III filter enhances the dark dust lane ("the lagoon") bisecting the bright nebulosity. - M8 is an active star-forming region containing Bok globules (collapsing clouds of protostellar gas) and the famous "Hourglass Nebula" region at its core.   7. M20 (The Trifid Nebula) Sagittarius - Binoculars: Located just 1.4 degrees northwest of M8. Appears as a faint, ghostly glow surrounding a central triple/multiple star system. - Telescope: Medium scopes under dark skies reveal the dark dust lanes splitting the bright emission portion into three distinct lobes. - M20 is a rare "triple threat" nebula containing an emission nebula (red in photos), a reflection nebula (blue in photos), and a dark dust lane network (Barnard 85) that gives it its name.   8. M21 (Open Cluster) Sagittarius - Binoculars: Situated right next to M20. Appears as a small, compact, bright knot of stars. - Telescope: Low-power views easily resolve 20–30 stars packed tightly together. - The "Trifid Trio": In wide-field eyepieces or binoculars, you can view M8, M20, and M21 all in a single field of view, offering one of the most spectacular Milky Way vistas available to visual observers.   9. M23 (Open Cluster) Sagittarius - Telescope: Low magnification is key. Small telescopes easily resolve over 80–100 stars spread across a wide field in subtle arc-like patterns. - M23 sits against a rich background Milky Way star field, making low-power wide-field views ideal. It is an excellent target for beginners practicing star-hopping in northern late-summer skies.   We've added a new way to donate to 365 Days of Astronomy to support editing, hosting, and production costs.  Just visit: https://www.patreon.com/365DaysOfAstronomy and donate as much as you can! Share the podcast with your friends and send the Patreon link to them too!  Every bit helps! Thank you! ------------------------------------ Do go visit http://www.redbubble.com/people/CosmoQuestX/shop for cool Astronomy Cast and CosmoQuest t-shirts, coffee mugs and other awesomeness! http://cosmoquest.org/Donate This show is made possible through your donations.  Thank you! (Haven't donated? It's not too late! 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Michael Bervell is co-founder and CEO of TestParty, an AI-powered digital accessibility platform that automatically scans and fixes source code so websites meet WCAG and ADA standards, without slowing down engineering teams. Before TestParty, Michael worked in accessibility and product inclusion at Google and the United Nations, was a software engineer at Twitter, and held product and venture roles at Microsoft and M12. He holds a BA from Harvard and an MBA from Harvard Business School, is the author of Unlocking Unicorns, and was named to the Forbes Accessibility 100. TestParty raised a $4 million seed round led by Harlem Capital and the Urban Innovation Fund.Jason Tan is co-founder and CTO of TestParty and the technical architect behind its automated remediation engine. He came to the problem firsthand: while at Twitch, the company was sued for digital accessibility violations, and in researching fixes he discovered that accessibility lawsuits had become an industry norm. He co-founded TestParty in 2023 to give engineers a "spellcheck for accessible code." In This Conversation We Discuss:[00:00] Introduction[02:37] Why ADA lawsuits target ecommerce sites[04:36] Settling once doesn't protect you[07:01] ADA's outdated, vague legal language[11:16] Why "band-aid" solutions won't work[15:08] Callouts[16:44] How the brand fixes sites at the source[18:27] A former company's accessibility lawsuit story[21:31] Fixing sites fast after a demand letter[23:01] Defense packets against troll claims[24:24] Free tools to test site accessibilityResources:Subscribe to Honest Ecommerce on YoutubeAutomated WCAG Compliance testparty.ai/ Follow Jason Tan linkedin.com/in/jason-tan-75ab38191 Follow Michael Bervell linkedin.com/in/michaelbervell If you're enjoying the show, we'd love it if you left Honest Ecommerce a review on Apple Podcasts. It makes a huge impact on the success of the podcast, and we love reading every one of your reviews!

https://genuinetools.com/blogs/articles/milwaukee-vs-dewalt-tool-set-prices-pros-consMilwaukee or DeWalt for professional trades? We compare M18 FUEL heavy-duty kits, compact M12 setups, and DeWalt's ATOMIC and POWERSTACK platforms, covering battery ecosystems, tight-space performance, and real-world value for electricians, plumbers, and carpenters. Genuine Tools City: Beaverton Address: 1500 NW Bethany Blvd. Website: https://genuinetools.com/

This year's London Coffee Festival is fast approaching – once again bringing together thousands of coffee professionals and enthusiasts for four days of conversation, innovation, and endless tastings in the heart of one of the world's most dynamic coffee cities.Since launching in 2011, the festival has become far more than a celebration of coffee culture. It's a key moment for the industry to connect, spotlight innovation, and stay ahead of the trends shaping coffee's future.In this episode we catch up with both new and familiar faces from the festival community to hear what's capturing their attention this year, how they approach an event of this scale, and why London Coffee Festival remains such an important fixture on the global coffee stage.We're joined by Ian Bryson, Managing Director, Lincoln & York, Siala Farani-Tomlin, Head of Coffee, Elsewhere Coffee, Sam Warren, Brand Manager, La Savista, Will Hinton, National Sales Manager, BWT water+more, and Corin Camenisch, Global Marketing & Brand Strategy Lead, SumUp.And if you're visiting London Coffee Festival this year, be sure to stop by our stand (M12, Upper Ground Floor), say hello and pick up your free copy of 5THWAVE Magazine. This year we'll be collaborating with The London Coffee Guide to give visitors the chance to get behind the mic and share their extra hot coffee takes! Sign up for our newsletter to receive the latest coffee news at worldcoffeeportal.comSubscribe to 5THWAVE on Instagram @5thWaveCoffee and tell us what topics you'd like to hear

https://genuinetools.com/blogs/articles/milwaukee-m12-battery-compatibility-chart-tools-chargers-typesConfused about which Milwaukee M12 battery fits your tools? We break down CP, XC, and HO batteries, charger compatibility, and why all M12 batteries work universally—but some perform better for specific jobs. Genuine Tools City: Beaverton Address: 1500 NW Bethany Blvd. Website: https://genuinetools.com/

Diesmal ein Live "Leica Talk" mit Dennis. Aufgezeichnet am 29.4.2026Die KI glaubt, dass wir darüber reden...In dieser Episode des Leica Enthusiast Podcasts spricht Host Michel Birnbacher mit Dennis Weissmantel im Live-Leica-Talk über aktuelle Themen aus der Leica-Community: kommende Workshops in Prag, Rom, Venedig und Frankfurt, Fotowalks, Händler-Events und große Branchentermine wie die Leica Experience Days, die Reframe in Heidelberg und die Imaging World.Im Mittelpunkt stehen außerdem neue Ausrüstung und praktische Erfahrungen: Dennis stellt den Godox IT32 Blitz mit wechselbarem Systemfuß vor, Michel berichtet vom Voigtländer Super Wide-Heliar 15 mm und dem Arbeiten mit optischem Aufstecksucher. Gemeinsam diskutieren sie, warum lichtstarke Weitwinkelobjektive für das M-Bajonett selten sind, welche Rolle Nachfrage und Produktionslogik spielen und wie weit Wunschlisten aus der Community tatsächlich reichen.Dazu kommen Fragen aus dem Publikum: Patona-Akkus, Leica-Mitarbeiter als mögliche Gäste, die Individualisierung einer M6, Gerüchte rund um eine M12, neue Sensorentwicklungen und die Frage, wie weit Leica seine klassische M-DNA verändern kann oder sollte. Eine lebendige Folge für alle, die Leica nicht nur sammeln, sondern fotografisch nutzen, hinterfragen und weiterdenken.Link zu YouTube von Dennishttps://www.youtube.com/@derweissmantel Link zum Studio für das Publikum / Live Call - für zukünftige Live Sendungenhttps://www.birnbacher.com/live-im-studio/

In this episode of FYI, Brett Winton and Charles Roberts sit down with Michael Stewart of M12, Microsoft's venture fund, to examine how AI is reshaping software, infrastructure, and investment strategy. Michael explains how M12 identifies emerging signals across the AI ecosystem, from generative AI adoption to enterprise spending shifts. The conversation covers the evolution from SaaS (software as a service) to AI-driven models, pricing dynamics, and the growing importance of compute efficiency. They also discuss future opportunities in consumer AI, material science, and the need to rethink the data center as demand for AI accelerates.Key Points From This Episode: 00:00:00 Introduction to M12 and its role within Microsoft00:04:41 The current AI landscape and platform shift thesis00:09:47 The gap between technical capability and user adoption00:14:33 Compute constraints and the need for model efficiency00:20:55 The concept of “wholesale AI” and token-based enterprise models00:28:00 Uneven AI usage across users and organizations00:31:47 Capturing value: productivity gains vs. software pricing00:35:34 Investment themes: consumer AI and smart TV experiences00:38:58 AI in science and material discovery opportunities00:44:35 Introduction to the data center of the future00:51:35 Capital markets, AI demand, and infrastructure investment gaps00:55:53 Why current AI investment narratives may be backward-lookingEditing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Send us Fan MailIn this episode: Angela Gardner and Christi Powell interview Vinny, Vice President of Job Site Solutions at Milwaukee Tool, celebrating his 25-year career with the company. Vinny recounts Milwaukee's cultural shift after its 2005 acquisition by Techtronic Industries, when leadership refocused from trying to serve everyone back to core plumbing and electrical trades and recommitted to in-field user research to drive safer, lighter, more productive tools. He describes Milwaukee's major disruption in 2005 with the first lithium-ion cordless platform (V28), later evolving into the M18 and M12 platforms. Vinny explains why Milwaukee consistently supports ABC chapters to help train apprentices and strengthen future infrastructure. He names the M12 screwdriver (2401-22) as a sentimental favorite and closes with Milwaukee's “disruptive innovation” elevator pitch.Supported by: NPKSupport the show

https://genuinetools.com/blogs/articles/5-best-milwaukee-ratchets-for-mechanics-with-pricesProfessional mechanics are abandoning hand ratchets for cordless M12 options. Discover the torque, speed, and ergonomic advantages driving this shift, plus the brushless motor and battery innovations making these tools indispensable in modern shops. Genuine Tools City: Beaverton Address: 1500 NW Bethany Blvd. Website: https://genuinetools.com/

FOX Sports' lead College Football analyst Joel Klatt makes his picks for the First Round of the College Football Playoff before making his full bracket prediction for the CFP including his National Champion Pick. He begins by making his pick in the Friday Night game as Kalen DeBoer's #9 Alabama team travels to Norman to take on #8 Oklahoma. He then considers if #10 Miami can keep their hot streak going on the road against #7 Texas A&M. Klatt also makes picks against the spread in the matchups between #6 Ole Miss and #11 Tulane as well as #5 Oregon against #12 James Madison as the home teams come in as heavy favorites. Klatt then makes his full College Football Playoff predictions, going game-by-game until making his National Champion Pick - will Ohio State bounce back like they did last year and win it all again or will Kirby Smart's Georgia team get in the way or is it simply Curt Cignetti and Indiana's year? Klatt wraps up the show by addressing his hot take about the NCAA Tournament from earlier in the week that drew some criticism from the sports world. 0:00-2:30 Intro2:31-8:40 Alabama vs. Oklahoma8:41-12:53 Miami vs. Texas A&M12:54-15:32 Tulane vs. Ole Miss15:33-19:48 JMU vs. Oregon19:49-22:43 Joel's CFP bracket prediction22:44-30:03 Klatt on one of the “worst takes of the year” Head to www.eckrich.com/TakeItToTheHouse and enter the time on the clock for your shot at winning tickets & a trip to the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gou Rao is CEO of NeuBird, an agentic AI Site Reliability Engineer for IT teams. They've raised $44.5 Million from Mayfield and M12. He was previously the CTO of Citrix and Portworx.(00:01) Introduction(01:07) What Does an SRE Do?(02:19) Inside a Typical Incident Flow(04:16) What Can Be Automated?(05:52) Deploying Hawkeye: Day 1 to Day 100(11:59) Earning Trust for Autonomous Agents(14:57) Versioning Agent Behavior & Chain of Thought(17:02) Building Agentic Infra Products(18:38) Access Control for Agents(20:29) Company Building in the AI Era(23:53) Competitive Edge in AI + Infra(26:35) Model Choice & Agent Reasoning Quality(29:33) Biggest Product Bet(31:22) Exciting AI Advancements(33:04) Rapid Fire Round--------Where to find Gou Rao: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gouthamrao/--------Where to find Prateek Joshi: Research Column: https://www.infrastartups.comNewsletter: https://prateekjoshi.substack.com Website: https://prateekj.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prateek-joshi-infiniteX: https://x.com/prateekj 

כולם יודעים שציפורים נודדות לפי העונות.אך הידעתם שגם מתכות נודדות?בין חודשי ספטמבר עד נובמבר ניתן לראות ציפורים רבות עוצרות בעמק החולה בדרכן דרומה.בין ה-VDD וה-VSS יש זרם אלקטרונים שסוחפים איתם אטומים של המתכת בתופעה שנקראת Electromigration. ההבדל בין השתיים הוא שלנדידת הציפורים הצפרים מחכים בצפייה ונדידת המתכות גורמת למהנדס Physical Design להרבה כאב ראש כשהוא צריך לפתור ECO.המרואיין שלנו אמור לצלצל מוכר למי שבעניינים. אירחנו שוב את פרופ' פרדי גבאי לשיחה מרתקת.סיפור קטן על מאחורי הקלעים איתנו - ביום ההקלטה התבטלו שתי הקלטות מתוכננות.לא נורא, פרדי היה ספונטני ובא להציל את המצב. הפעם הוא בא לדבר איתנו על המחקר שלו בתחום ה-Reliability.אז על מה דיברנו?- מושגים בתחום ה-VLSI- כמה רמות של מתכות יש בצי'פ?- מהי תופעת ה-Electromigration והאם יש יותר מתופעה אחת?- אילו תסמינים היא עושה?- מהם הפתרונות לבעיות הנוצרות?על מה לא דיברנו?- מה זה Yield?אחרי שהאזנתם לפרק מוזמנים להצטרף לקבוצת המאזינים שלנו - שם אנחנו נודדים עם אלקטרונים >>> https://chat.whatsapp.com/KwUu8pQsxx220qS7AXv04Tמוזמנים ליצור איתנו קשר במייל podcasthardreset@gmail.comהאזנה נעימה.

The crew welcomes special guest Chad Schimmel from Turners Warehouse who Colton literally ran into by accident when he called their shop at 450 PM on one of his last days in Arizona and they were still waiting for the mail so he got to tour the whole facility and meet Chad who has been using the mullet technique ever sinceChad shares his incredible journey from being a woodturner hobbyist in Arizona to building a full time business and eventually starting Turners Warehouse which specializes in everything woodturning with a focus on pens and resin casting work making them the go to niche store for turners instead of being like Woodcraft with a little bit of everythingJess opens up about how woodturning is his absolute favorite type of woodworking because it is so personal and hands on with just you and the lathe creating something unique and he talks about the big Grizzly lathe he had at his last company where they would turn 40 inch legs for bar height tables which was a long process but incredibly satisfyingThe guys discuss how woodturning gives you that instant gratification because you can start and finish a project in just a couple hours compared to cabinet work or other woodworking projects that might take days or weeks or even months depending on how much shop time you can squeeze inChad reveals he has an 1805 foot powered treadle lathe that he rescued from a Bass Pro Shop where it was sitting in the Arizona sun getting destroyed after being a mint condition display inside the store and he plans to fully restore it with all the hand forged metal parts and actually use it to turn projects the old school wayThe conversation dives into how Chad got started in turning by making fishing lures on a lathe because he loves to fish and was making replicas of old Heddon lures before discovering pen kits at Woodcraft and eventually making so many pens for gifts that he decided to sell them just to get his money backChad explains his massive vacuum chamber setup in his shop that looks like a witches brew with multiple buckets bubbling away and how it is used for stabilizing wood and removing air bubbles from resin casting which is a huge part of the business at Turners Warehouse for making custom pen blanks and turning projectsThe discussion shifts to Facebook Marketplace horror stories where people try to lowball offers and haggle backwards offering less money after you counter their initial offer or asking you to deliver a 400 pound table saw 30 miles away for 25 bucks or ghosting after agreeing to a priceJess shares his experiences with people trying to guilt trip him into lower prices by claiming to be single mothers when selling appliances and how the whole Facebook Marketplace experience has become such a widespread frustration that there are TikTok memes and videos about it including that hilarious guy who acts out if Facebook Marketplace happened in real lifeRoss reminds everyone that next week the crew will be sharing their Black Friday deals and steals list for all the best woodworking tool bargains and Jess mentions his Brad nailer died so he might be getting a new Milwaukee M18 two inch nailer because they do not make that size in the M12 line

Last month I attended the WHX TECH event, focuses on Technologies that are changing the healthcare sector. I was lucky enough to see, hear and speak with Sally Ann Frank who delivered a keynote on How To Craft A Compelling Value Proposition For Investors & CustomersSally Was kind enough to speak with me after and I was cheeky enough to ask her to do a quick podcast interview With more than 25 years of experience in high-tech business development, sales, and marketing, Sally is passionate about helping health and life sciences companies and startups use Microsoft technology to provide better, more-cost effective care. As the WW Lead for Health & Life Sciences at Microsoft for Startups, Sally works directly with founders, VCs, M12 and others in the industry to partner with Microsoft and accelerate their development and growth.Through business strategy planning, go-to-market development, and technical excellence, Sally enable startups to achieve their short-term revenue goals and long-term visions. I also leverage my extensive network and expertise to mentor, advise, and support startups in various programs and initiatives. In addition, Sally is a board member, speaker, and thought leader, who enjoys learning about the latest trends and innovations in the health and life sciences sector.✅ The biggest mistakes founders make when pitching✅ Why starting with a clear “what” and “why” is essential✅ How to build a strong go-to-market and business model✅ The power of storytelling and empathy in corporate selling✅ The importance of bringing the right people into your journey – and letting go of ego✅ Real-world insights from Microsoft's startup ecosystem✅ Lessons from unicorn founders and successful healthcare startups✅ The mindset needed to show up confidently on stage✅ Surprising wisdom from therapy dogs and emotional connection✅ Why repetition and feedback are key to great presentationsThank you for doing this pop up podcast, I really enjoyed it and know the audience will get value from your insights Feel free to connect with Sally on linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallyafrank/She has also published some great books that dive deeper into these topics https://www.sallyannfrank.com/

https://genuinetools.com/products/4d4707df-c5f3-47dc-88ed-ff9d772f9d17Milwaukee experts explain why there's no single "best" battery—from compact M12 systems to advanced FORGE technology—and how matching the right battery to each tool and job demand can maximize performance. Genuine Tools City: Beaverton Address: 1500 NW Bethany Blvd. Website: https://genuinetools.com/

https://genuinetools.com/collections/milwaukee/products/ad20df79-e341-4742-b8a3-54eda5980dfaTired of hauling extension cords for every soldering job? Milwaukee's M12 12-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Soldering Iron heats up in 18 seconds and hits 750°F—but some limitations could be a dealbreaker. Genuine Tools City: Beaverton Address: 1500 NW Bethany Blvd. Website: https://genuinetools.com/

In this episode of Off‑Topic Podcast by Carlos & Cam, brought to you by Opinionated Media, we dive into the fast‑paced world of the NCAA transfer portal. Join us as we unpack how the portal has evolved into a marketplace where money, opportunity, and school spirit collide—and sometimes, values win out.We dive into the story of founders Stefan Aguilera and Jacob Piasecki—born from necessity to support Aggie athletes juggling practice, academics, and NIL demands. Discover how Aguilera's early work with The Aggiezine and Piasecki's tech-savvy background (including NFT ventures and social media marketing) laid the foundation for a student-first approach to NIL representation. They teamed up with Houston lawyer and former A&M Board regent Tony Buzbee, whose industry connections helped them land professional-grade brand deals.Today, A&P boasts a roster of over 50 college athletes—ranging from Brenden Rice at USC to Jadarian Price at Notre Dame—showcasing how nimble, focused agencies can thrive alongside big-name competitors. Tune in to explore how these underdogs became the “go-to guys for NIL,” matching athletes with brands like Walmart, Gillette, Jersey Mike's, and beyond.0:00 - Intro5:20 - Texas A&M12:25 - Pre NIL16:30 - Do Big Schools Pay?26:07 - Getting People To Understand Transferring31:05 - Rev Sharing42:24 - Collectives47:52 - Smaller Schools51:27 - Ncaa Wants Control and Ruining CFB53:45 - Working With Brands57:09 - Maximizing NIL Deals1:04:25 - Building Athletes Second Asset1:08:55 - Working with Salvation Army1:22:00 - Are Athletes Employees?1:28:58 - NCAA Doesn't want the employee model1:38:47 - How Scouting Is Done1:44:50 - What does signings look like during the offseason?1:49:33 - Exploring Basketball1:55:05 - Advice for Athletes to Maximize their NILScoials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/apsportsagency/Website: https://apsportagency.com/Opinionated Media:Website: https://www.opinionatedmedia.co/ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7A6em4rhbVZke6IQowPvWr?si=kh2MopDbQDOVeKSXegGyAg Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/opinionated-media/id1494633104 Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU3aJC6U_yc91vXLAel2kLw Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/opinionated_media/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/opinionateddP Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@opinionated_mediais_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Cam's SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cam_juice/Twitter: https://twitter.com/bigbanggthierryCarlos' SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mojica22/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Klinixx_

Host Gil Bashe welcomes Sally Ann Frank the Microsoft for Startups Mentor of Microsoft. She is the global leader for health and life sciences at Microsoft for Startups, responsible for strategy, programs, and portfolio, accelerating the development of innovative, market-making companies. With more than 25 years of experience in high-tech business development, sales, and marketing, she is passionate about helping health and life sciences companies and startups use Microsoft technology to provide better, more-cost effective care. As the WW Lead for Health & Life Sciences at Microsoft for Startups, she work directly with founders, VCs, M12 and others in the industry to partner with Microsoft and accelerate their development and growth. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

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Gou Rao is a serial entrepreneur and the co-founder of NeuBird, where he's building Hawkeye—an AI-powered site reliability engineer designed to identify, diagnose, and resolve IT infrastructure issues. He previously co-founded Portworx, which was acquired by Pure Storage for $370 million in 2020. In 2024, NeuBird raised a $22.5 million seed extension from M12, Microsoft's venture arm, following a $22 million seed round led by Mayfield, Stepstone Group, and Prosperity7 Ventures. Gou holds a bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering from Bangalore University and a master's degree from the University of Pennsylvania.In this conversation, we discuss:Gou Rao's journey from late-night support calls to co-founding NeuBird and building Hawkeye, an AI-powered site reliability engineer.Why diagnosing IT issues is 99% of the problem—and how Hawkeye helps SREs move from noise to actionable insight in minutes.The shift from chatbots to agentic systems—and why reasoning, not just automation, is the next frontier for enterprise AI.How AI can reduce burnout by eliminating repetitive incident response tasks, freeing teams to focus on creativity and automation.The importance of transparency, explainability, and human oversight in deploying AI systems with agency.Gou's reflections on entrepreneurship, including why “mistakes are an asset” and how jumping into the unknown can lead to your biggest breakthroughs.Resources:Subscribe to the AI & The Future of Work Newsletter: https://aiandwork.beehiiv.com/subscribe Connect with Gou on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gouthamrao/ AI fun fact article: https://www.hrdive.com/news/anthropic-report-AI-software-engineers-automation-augmentation/739833/ On becoming an investor and discovering amazing companies: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/7446373 

In this episode of Tank Talks, we dive into one of the most significant shifts happening in tech right now: the rise of AI agents.Our guest, Adam Coccari, has a front-row seat to the AI transformation as the Managing Director of HubSpot Ventures. But what makes Adam's story so compelling is how it began, not in boardrooms, but in a classroom, teaching 4th-grade math. From building an educational gaming app with no tech background to helping launch Microsoft's venture fund, Adam's journey is anything but typical.We explore why agentic AI is reshaping how work gets done, which sectors are already feeling the shift, and how founders can build winning SaaS companies without bloated teams or massive rounds. Adam breaks down what separates lasting startups from hype-fueled flashes and shares tactical advice for early-stage founders navigating the AI-powered future of business.From Teacher to Tech: Adam's Unusual Path to Venture (00:01:54)* Why building a math app for kids led Adam into tech* Lessons from the classroom that still shape his leadership today* How “Math Evolve” became a top-ranked game and what went wrongCloud, AI & Lessons from Microsoft (00:09:07)* What Adam learned working on Azure before it was cool* How B2B sales, marketing ops, and funnels really work* The early power of machine learning in enterprise use casesInside Corporate VC and the M12 Playbook (00:11:59)* What most corporate venture arms get wrong* Why being “just strategic” isn't enough anymore* How M12's independent structure helped them win dealsWhy Agentic AI Is Having Its Moment (00:21:46)* What makes AI agents different from traditional automation* Why back-office work is ground zero for agentic disruption* Real examples in bookkeeping, AR, customer service, and moreBuilding AI SaaS in 2025: What Founders Need to Know (00:24:31)* The rise of vertical SaaS powered by AI* What “experimental ARR” means and how to see through it* Why speed, execution, and domain knowledge beat scaleHow Startups Should Think About Go-To-Market (00:27:10)* Why PLG-first startups may scale to enterprise better than top-down players* What metrics actually matter in early-stage AI SaaS* Why a 3-person team can now do what used to take 30What Investors Are Looking For Now (00:34:08)* What Adam really looks for in AI founders* How he spots resilience, vision, and product intuition early* Why founder-market fit is more important than everPartnering, Platforms & Navigating Corp Dev (00:41:28)* The truth about working with big platforms as a startup* How to think about M&A as a long-term signal, not a strategy* Why transparency and trust still matter in the AI eraThis isn't just another AI hype episode. It's a real look into how work, software, and venture are changing fast. As AI rapidly reshapes how businesses operate, startups and incumbents alike stand at a crossroads: adapt or fall behind. Adam Coccari makes it clear: Agentic AI isn't on the horizon; it's already here, transforming how teams handle back-office tasks, optimize workflows, and scale faster with less. The question is: will companies embrace AI as a force multiplier, or get left behind in an era where agents don't just assist, they execute?About Adam CoccariAdam Coccari is the Managing Director of HubSpot Ventures, where he leads investments in early-stage SaaS and AI startups. He was previously a founding member of Microsoft's M12 venture arm and led venture efforts at Intuit. Adam began his career as a math and technology teacher, where he created the hit educational app Math Evolve, featured globally by Apple.Today, he focuses on backing bold founders building AI-native applications, with a special eye on agentic workflows, vertical SaaS, and B2B automation. His mix of product intuition, startup empathy, and platform strategy makes him one of the most thoughtful voices at the intersection of SaaS and AI.Connect with Adam Coccari: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-coccari-9932a134Visit the HubSpot website: https://www.hubspot.com/venturesConnect with Matt Cohen: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/matt-cohen1Visit the Ripple Ventures website: https://www.rippleventures.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tanktalks.substack.com

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Thursday, March 27, 2025. WV's strong workforce contributes to the longstanding success of GS Millwork…Bruceton Mills resident Brandon Wilt brings home the gold at the Special Olympics Winter World Games…and check out some of the great movies and TV shows that have been adapted from books by WV authors …on today's daily304. #1 – From WV DED – Located in the heart of West Virginia, GS Millwork has built a reputation for excellence, producing high-quality architectural millwork, custom cabinetry, and mouldings for commercial and residential projects.  The company thrives on the state's strong workforce and the family values that have been instilled since its founding. With deep roots in the community, GS Millwork exemplifies the advantages of doing business in West Virginia—where hardworking, talented professionals contribute to its continued success.  Watch the video to learn more about why this successful company says #YesWV. Read more: https://westvirginia.gov/gs-millwork-crafting-success-in-yes-west-virginia/   #2 – From WBOY-TV – Bruceton Mills resident Brandon Wilt is bringing home gold for the USA after winning a snowshoeing event this month at the Special Olympics Winter World Games in Italy After placing fourth in the 200m snowshoeing event, Wilt finished the 100m snowshoeing event in 25.84 seconds, earning gold in the M12 division. “We are super proud of Brandon as he represents both Special Olympics West Virginia and Special Olympics USA at the Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025,” Special Olympics West Virginia said in a Facebook post. Read more: https://www.wboy.com/news/preston/west-virginian-wins-gold-at-special-olympics-world-games/   #3 – From WBOY-TV – Despite its size, West Virginia has its fair share of bestselling authors, but only a small handful of them have been lucky enough to see their books adapted to the big screen. That being said, there might be more than you think: at least eight movies have been released that were adapted from books written by a West Virginia author, along with one Netflix television series. WBOY-TV takes a look at some of these movies and TV shows that originated as books, including the 1955 thriller, “Night of the Hunter,” adapted from a book by Moundsville native Davis Grubb; and the “Longmire” television series, adapted by the book series by Huntington native Craig Johnson. Read more: https://www.wboy.com/only-on-wboy-com/west-virginia-authors-who-had-their-books-turned-into-movies/   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.  

Top Stories1. TikTok updateAP News article and PSBJ article2. The state of the VC industryVCs in 2024 (PSBJ)VCs in 2025 (GeekWire)3. Meta to layoff 5% based on meritCNBC article4. Capitol Hill's Rapport closesCapitol Hill Seattle BlogAbout guest Ken Horenstein - Founder & General Partner, Pack Ventures:Ken has been with Pack Ventures for 4 years. Before that he was a co-founder of Venture Out Seattle, and prior to that worked at M12 which is Microsoft's Venture fund. He earned his MBA at UW and is currently a Mentor for CoMotion at UW. He also co-founded A Posto Vino and is a sommelier.About host Rachel Horgan:Rachel is an independent event producer, emcee and entrepreneur. She worked for the Business Journal for 5 years as their Director of Events interviewing business leaders on stage before launching the weekly podcast. She earned her communication degree from the University of San Diego. Contact:Email: info@theweeklyseattle.comInstagram: @theweeklyseattleWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theweeklyseattle.com⁠⁠

Microsoft shareholders have voted against the proposal that sought to have the tech giant add Bitcoin to its balance sheet. On this episode, we discuss why this was an obvious outcome considering how deep into Web 3.0 Microsoft has been since 2017.~This episode is sponsored by Tangem~Tangem ➜ https://bit.ly/TangemPBNUse Code: "PBN" for Additional Discounts!00:00 Intro00:08 Sponsor: Tangem00:57 Bitcoin Vote Fails01:30 Tether Boosts Ethereum in Abu Dhabi02:02 Microsoft 201703:04 5 Years Ago03:33 Microsoft on why they chose Ethereum instead05:37 Axelar06:00 Ethereum Adoption06:47 Ebay & McDonald's07:10 M12 Microsoft Web3 Fund07:50 Gaming & Xbox08:19 M12 Space & Time investment09:45 December 12th10:20 Cathie Wood moving to ETH11:45 Outro#crypto #bitcoin #ethereum~Microsoft Chooses Ethereum Over Bitcoin✅~⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺⎺Join our community! Diamond Circle (FREE): https://www.paulbarronnetwork.com/storeMarket Movers: https://www.paulbarronnetwork.com/market-moversFoundation Members: https://www.paulbarronnetwork.com/foundation-membersSubscribe on YouTube ✅ https://bit.ly/PBNYoutubeSubscribeTwitter

How Microsoft alumni can provide rocket fuel for the startup ecosystem Ken Horenstein cut his investing teeth at what is now Microsoft's M12. He leaned into the “learn-it-all culture” to soak up the ins and outs of venture capital before leaving to start his own venture fund. In this episode of Beyond the Blue Badge, host T.A. McCann talks with Ken about his Microsoft journey, lessons learned while going it on his own, his current firm Pack Ventures and the xMSFT Syndicate, and the power that networks — specifically the Microsoft Alumni Network — can have to supercharge the startup ecosystem.

Live from the Milwaukee Tool booth at SEMA 2024 in Las Vegas, Cooper and Phil Norvold of Max-Bilt Off Road sit down with Zafir Farooque, Product Manager for Milwaukee Tool's M18, M12, and MX Fuel batteries. As the ONLY podcast invited to SEMA by Milwaukee Tool, we dive into: ⚡ The game-changing innovations behind the Red Lithium Forge batteries. ⚙️ How Milwaukee Tool works directly with automotive technicians to develop user-focused solutions.

In this episode of The Shift AI Podcast, host Boaz Ashkenazy, founder and CEO of Augmented AI, sits down with Ken Horenstein, the founding partner of Pack Ventures, a venture firm that supports startups emerging from the University of Washington's vibrant tech ecosystem. Ken shares his journey from growing up in Vancouver, Washington, to becoming a key player in Seattle's venture capital scene, with previous roles at Microsoft's M12 and Venture Out. Ken and Boaz delve into the art of identifying what's truly necessary for startup success. Drawing from his experience working with highly technical research scientists, Ken offers a powerful framework for founders to cut through the noise and focus on the essentials. He also sheds light on the innovative AI and life sciences companies currently being incubated through Pack Ventures, including AI-driven document automation in the legal industry and cutting-edge biotech platforms. Throughout the conversation, Ken emphasizes the importance of mentorship, sharing insights from his own mentors and offering advice to budding entrepreneurs. He also expresses optimism about the exponential value AI can bring to our lives, envisioning a future where technology enables us to live fuller, more impactful lives. Join us for a deep dive into the intersection of AI, life sciences, and startup culture, and learn how The Pack Ventures is helping to bridge the gap between groundbreaking research and successful commercialization. 01:33 - Ken Hornstein's Background and Career Journey 02:58 - Ken's Early Life and Entrepreneurial Roots 05:04 - Experience at Microsoft and M12 11:05 - Venture Out: Supporting Engineers' Side Hustles 16:21 - Pack Ventures: Seeding UW Innovations 20:12 - Exciting Portfolio Companies and AI Opportunities 28:29 - Mentorship and Personal Growth 32:51 - Future of Work and AI: Exponential Value Connect with Ken Horenstein LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kenhorenstein Connect with Boaz Ashkenazy LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/boazashkenazy⁠ Email: shift@simplyaugmented.ai

In a sign that big tech companies are ready and willing to shell out cash for database tech, Neon, a startup building an open source alternative to AWS Aurora Postgres, on Wednesday announced that Microsoft's venture arm M12 led a $25 million strategic investment in its business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Microsoft announced its departure from the OpenAI board, citing improved governance within the startup. The company's relationship with Inflection AI faces an initial merger investigation in the UK, despite their claim that it isn't an acquisition. This relationship involved hiring the startup's co-founders, most of its 70-person staff, and licensing its technology. The EU Commission dropped an earlier probe into Microsoft's relationship with OpenAI in June. Microsoft's ongoing AI ventures, including a $40 million funding round for Armada led by its venture arm M12, draw increasing scrutiny from regulatory bodies.Learn more on this news visit us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The giant families of stars known as globular clusters are like carnival rides: They do a lot of bobbing up and down. And they may lose a bit of themselves with every gyration. An example is the cluster Messier 12. It's probably more than 16,000 light-years from Earth. It contains a couple of hundred thousand stars, all packed into a ball about 75 light-years across. That means the stars are much closer together than the stars in our part of the galaxy. Like all globulars, M12 travels at an angle to the Milky Way's disk. So it periodically passes through the disk. During each pass, the gravity of the disk may pull away some of the stars on the outskirts of M12. A study a couple of decades ago found a lack of lower-mass stars in the cluster. Heavier stars tend to congregate in a cluster's core, where they're held fast by the gravity of the other stars around them. Less-massive stars migrate to the outskirts, where they'd be easy to pull away. Today, M12 contains about 200,000 stars. But it could have lost several times that number over its 13-billion-year lifetime. So as many as a million of the cluster's stars might now be orbiting the center of the galaxy on their own — pulled away from their birthplace. Messier 12 is in Ophiuchus, the serpent bearer, which is in the east and southeast at nightfall. But you need a telescope to see this possibly vanishing cluster of stars. Script by Damond Benningfield

Send us a Text Message.Milwaukee Tool recently announced and shipped the long awaited M12 tubing cutter capable of cutting up to 2" copper pipe.  Whoa, whoa that's not all! Andy makes a pretty bold statement, naming the BEST SCREWDRIVER IN THE WORLD. Hint: It's a Wiha. The guys talk new tools, favorite tools and get into some general BS about tools for the heck of it. Send us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbCheck out our website: mechanical-hub.com

Scott Dykstra is the Co-Founder & CTO @ Space and Time (https://www.spaceandtime.io). Backed by M12, Framework, & more, Space and Time is the first decentralized data warehouse that delivers sub-second ZK proofs against onchain and offchain data to power the future of AI x blockchain. In this episode we talk about why trust in analytics through cryptographic verification matters, possible surprises or future trajectories for the intersection of AI x crypto, insights from his founder journey that may be useful for new founders in the space, & much more.Recorded Wednesday April 24, 2024.

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AnalyticNotorious Mass Effect: Deep Dive into PartyNextDoor's P4This segment dives deep into the latest news surrounding R&B artist PartyNextDoor's upcoming album, PARTYNEXTDOOR 4 (P4).Fresh Single & Visualizer: We dissect the newly released single "L o s e M y M i n d," exploring its production by heavyweights including Noah “40” Shebib and the accompanying visualizer.Album on the Horizon: Get all the details on P4, including its release date of April 26th and how it follows the previously released track "R e a l W o m a n."Live Performances: We revisit PartyNextDoor's electrifying performances at SXSW, Rolling Loud California, and the Souled Out festival in Australia.Viral Success: We analyze the impact of PartyNextDoor's 2023 TikTok hit "Her Way" and its influence on his latest project.Provocative Cover Art: We delve into the controversial album cover featuring model Lanazia Greene and the diverse public reactions it has sparked.Unveiling MaamiNextDoor: Join us for an exclusive interview with Lanazia Greene, also known as MaamiNextDoor. We discuss her experience with the cover shoot, her initial meeting with PartyNextDoor, and how she navigates public reactions.Comfort & Confidence: We explore the positive atmosphere during the cover shoot, ensuring Lanazia's comfort, and her unwavering confidence amidst both praise and criticism.Empowerment Through Expression: We unpack Lanazia's message of female empowerment, advocating for self-acceptance and challenging societal pressures.Beyond the Cover: Lanazia clarifies the artistic vision behind the cover, emphasizing it's not a depiction of sexuality, and expresses her pride in being part of the project.Future Projects: We get a sneak peek at Lanazia's upcoming endeavors, including the launch of her inclusive cosmetic line M12.Dreams Manifested: We celebrate Lanazia's journey and her role in the P4 rollout, a testament to her dedication and the power of pursuing your dreams.Tune in for a comprehensive analysis of PartyNextDoor's P4 and the captivating story behind the album!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Pour your favorite champagne and join us in toasting Touring Capital's co-founder and GP, Priya Saiprasad! Learn how Priya's nomadic childhood created her superpower, how she took the leap from established firms like M12 and Softbank Vision to start her own fund, and how she weighs team dynamics when evaluating growth-stage startups. The former Forbes 30 under 30 venture capitalist gives us a fascinating look behind the scenes at what it's like to work for Jack Dorsey from her time at Square and doesn't hold back when answering our Fidelity Five Questions.Links:www.touringcapital.com www.dwavc.comwww.fidelity.comwww.ravixgroup.com www.greencow.vc

On this week's episode, Jim sits down with Peter Berg, Managing Partner of M12, Microsoft's venture arm. Their conversation covers M12's history, the relationship between M12 and Microsoft as a whole, and the current state of investing and AI. You don't want to miss it!

In this episode of the SaaS Revolution Show our host Alex Theuma is joined by Peter Berg, Managing Partner at M12, who shares how AI will be used in the software industry. "It's definitely changing, I think, the dynamic of the way software gets built, the speed at which it can get built. There are a lot of amazing tools. I mean, GitHub, obviously is one in the Microsoft ecosystem. GitHub copilot has been transformative, I think for developers, we've heard that from them directly, and I think that's only going to continue in the way software both gets built and as also the notion of what software is might potentially change as well." Peter shares: - His journey scaling Visa Ventures into a global program - How M12 source deal flow opportunities - The net new experiences and possibilities that are going to be created as a result of AI - Modernising legacy infrastructure with AI - The unintended consequences that may be on the horizon and more! ---   Check out the other ways SaaStock is serving SaaS founders

Welcome to Dev Game Club, where this week we continue our series on 1999's Homeworld, the innovative RTS from Relic Entertainment. We talk about interacting with the game and its presentation, and discuss some of the ways in which it creates and eliminates friction in that genre. Dev Game Club looks at classic video games and plays through them over several episodes, providing commentary. Sections played: Up to M8 Issues covered: a separate manual for the lore, the mysterious science fiction/fantasy, a circle?, meeting the traders for the first time, a matter-of-fact aesthetic, feeling the stakes, grounded vs exaggerated, how each of us interact with the game, setting up the attitude of the ships, Tim's strategies to steal things and get ahead, opening up the side of the mother ship, a leap forward in some ways, limiting the resource type down to one, comparing to 2D tech trees, simplified building queues, dealing with the small fast drones, taking out an enemy fleet, the weird feeling of building at the end, having the feeling of a base attack with a capital ship attack, the quick dock vs the slow drawn out wait, a diversion to explain Battlestar Galactica, setting up archetypes and breaking them, thinking about what our mistakes have been, sending the wrong ships against the capital ships, no one sets out to make a bad game, an anecdote about Skyrim, closing out the game and pushing it out and taking cover, artificial idiocy, whether the movie people ruined Trespasser, the interaction of movies and games, Defeating Games for Charity. Games, people, and influences mentioned or discussed: Halo, Planet of the Apes, Charlton Heston, Dune, Star Wars, Battlestar Galactica, Warcraft, Starcraft, Star Trek, Ultima Underworld, Eye of the Beholder, Chris Corry, The Simpsons, God of War, Mikael, Matt Groening, Cory Barlog, Skyrim, Istvan Pely, Fallout (series), Republic Commando, Jedi Starfighter, EGM, Trespasser, Will Crosbie, Jim Gee, Alex Seropian, Noah Falstein, Dreamworks Interactive, George Lucas, Steven Spielberg, Tom Bissell, Nolan Filter/CalamityNolan, Dark Souls, Rogue, Final Fantasy IX, Mega Man, Kaeon, Devil May Cry, X-COM, Metroid, Belmont, Bvron, Kyle, Error, Lostlake, BioStats, Mark Garcia, D&D, Kirk Hamilton, Aaron Evers.  Next time: Up to M12? Twitch: brettdouville or timlongojr, instagram:timlongojr, Twitter: @devgameclub Discord DevGameClub@gmail.com

Michelle Gonzalez, Corporate Vice President and Global Head of M12, Microsoft's Venture Capital Fund Michelle explains how to really network and why most people think it's so artificial, transactional, or even cringe-inducing. She tells us about the cold emails she would send to entrepreneurs, investors, professors and other notable figures and what it was like to have dinner with Sam Altman and the founders of Lyft before they became household names. Michelle then teaches us the importance of taking risks to develop professionally. She shares how to get on the radar of some of the busiest and most influential people and how building relationships and seeking regular feedback, even from people you've just met, can pay off. https://blindap.onelink.me/ttCg/qfyopjuj

Episode 319 of The VentureFizz Podcast features Peter Berg, Managing Partner at M12, Microsoft's venture capital fund. I've had lots of investors as guests on the podcast, but I was excited to interview Peter because I've never interviewed an investor from a CVC or a Corporate Venture Capital fund. I'm not sure what the number is today, but according to a 2023 report about CVCs, it counts 1,100 active CVCs. Based on this scale, it is a very meaningful opportunity for entrepreneurs in terms of raising capital. Thus, Peter and I pretty much get right into the details towards the beginning of our conversation about the world of CVCs… from what they are, differentiators, strategic advantages of raising capital from a CVC, how to evaluate a CVC, and other topics. As previously stated, M12 is Microsoft's VC fund. The firm invests in Seed, Series A, and Series B rounds of funding across different categories like Cloud Infrastructure, AI, Cybersecurity, Web 3 & Gaming, Vertical SaaS, and Developer Tools. In this episode of our podcast, we cover: * How Peter landed a first name @peter handle on Twitter / X.com. * A walk through Peter's career including his investment into Square and the creation of Visa Ventures which scaled to a global organization and went on to invest in Stripe, LoopPay (a Boston startup that was acquired by Samsung), and many other companies. * All the details on Peter's area of focus at M12 and what he is targeting for investments. * M12 portfolio company examples like Inworld and Typeface. * His thoughts and opinions on the current state of the market for raising capital. * And so much more.

Peter Berg is a Managing Partner at M12, Microsoft's venture capital arm. He leads the fund's vertical SaaS invests & work. Peter is also a two-time founder, and most recently ran strategy & business development for Very Good Security. In this conversation, we talk about corporate venture capital, success stories for M12 & his career, artificial intelligence, recent OpenAI news, and advice for founders & entrepreneurs.  ======================= Auradine, a leader in web infrastructure solutions including blockchain, AI, and privacy, has unveiled the world's first 4nm Bitcoin mining systems, featuring breakthrough EnergyTune™ technology, setting new standards in performance and energy efficiency. The Teraflux™ product line from Auradine offers best-in-class performance, efficiency, and total cost of ownership (TCO), positioning it as the optimal choice for Bitcoin mining needs. With EnergyTune™, a patent-pending technology, Auradine's Teraflux™ systems enable rapid demand response and optimal energy usage, fostering a symbiotic relationship with electrical grids, and contributing to sustainable energy practices. Designed and manufactured in the US, Auradine's Teraflux™ product line not only ensures cutting-edge technology but also mitigates supply chain risks and provides increased supply chain resiliency. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.auradine.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information the Teraflux bitcoin mining systems. ======================= Cal.com is leading the charge of scheduling platforms in the open-source sphere, offering you the chance to harness the efficiency previously reserved for elite corporations and tech gurus. That's right, Cal.com is transforming sophisticated calendar management into an accessible tool for all via a user-friendly interface. Discover how countless users are optimizing their time in unprecedented ways. Use code “POMP” for $500 off when you set your team up with Cal.com. ======================= Pomp writes a daily letter to over 250,000+ investors about business, technology, and finance. He breaks down complex topics into easy-to-understand language while sharing opinions on various aspects of each industry. You can subscribe at https://pomp.substack.com/

 We finally were able to bring you our 2nd Thanksgiving special, Pumpkin Beer, Pumpkin Pie & Pumpkinhead 2: Blood Wings! Plus musical guest "Chained To The Dead" appears courtesy Horror Pain Gore Death Productions. HorrorPainGoreDeath.com

Corporate investing with Adam Coccari Advice for startups eyeing corporate venture capital Adam Coccari leads Intuit Ventures. Before that, he was on the early Microsoft Ventures team, which became M12. Before that, he was a startup founder. Adam shares insights about differences between venture capital and corporate venture capital, or CVC, advice he has for startup leaders and more when he talks with host T.A. McCann.

 Happy Halloween from the gang at Seeking Human Victims! For this episode we're finally knocking out one we've always wanted to cover, the divisive cult favorite Halloween 3: Season Of The Witch, starring Tom Atkins and many more. Plus musical guest Degrave appears courtesy of Horror Pain Gore Death Productions. (HorrorPainGoreDeath.com)

On this new health and healing podcast we cover How Does Reiki Work Science.  Reliable Reiki research can be hard to come by and we are so thankful that Sonia is helping us discover how Reiki works! Increase your spiritual healing knowledge and increase healing power of body. Discover the natural healing power of human body! What is Reiki and how does it works?Explore ground-breaking Reiki research that goes beyond skepticism and validates its effectiveness beyond the placebo effect. Our journey into this fascinating realm is guided by none other than Sonia Zadro, a brilliant PhD candidate at Bond University who has dedicated herself to unravelling the mysteries of Reiki.Sonia Zadro, PhD CandidateOur episode begins by introducing Sonia Zadro, a passionate and driven PhD candidate at Bond University. Sonia's journey into the world of Reiki research started with a genuine curiosity about the practice and its potential benefits. We learn about her background, her motivations, and the personal experiences that ignited her passion for this unconventional field of study.Don't forget to subscribe to The Holistic Health Show today and embark on a transformative journey towards a more harmonious and balanced life.Follow up on that study asked about for how they measured pain in female dogs after Reiki. Two ways is that they use a standardized scale designed for dogs assessed by independent observers of the dogs for signs of pain. They also note if those receiving reiki wanted less pain meds as indicated by their behaviour. Here's part of the abstract and the part where they address that question:All dogs were evaluated for pain using short-form Glasgow composite measure pain scale (CMPS-SF) and visual analog scale (VAS) before (M0) and 2 (M2), 4 (M4), 8 (M8),12 (M12), and 24 hours (M24) after administration of PAM. Comparing the CMPS-SF scores between the groups, at M2 Reiki scoreswere lower than those of the Placebo and at M4 those in the Reiki were lower than those of the Control or Placebo groups. Comparing theVAS scores, at M4 and M8, Reiki scores were lower than those of the Control or Placebo groups. Additional analgesia (morphine 0.2 mg. kg-1intramuscularly) was administered to three bitches in Control and to four bitches of the Placebo. Reiki did not require additional opioidanalgesia in the postoperative period. It was concluded that Reiki therapy provided analgesic effect and contributed to improve postoperativecomfort of bitches submitted to elective OVH.On the day of the surgical procedure,all dogs were evaluated using two pain assessmentscales, the short-form Glasgow composite measurepain scale (CMPS-SF – REID et al., 2007) and thevisual analog scale (VAS – SRITHUNYARAT etal., 2016). Each dog was assessed by two trainedobservers blinded to the protocol. Pain assessorsmade their assessment individually, one that a time,Reiki and Chakra Case Study: Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey? Discover all the details, including the comprehensive schedule by clicking here. Spaces are limited to ensure personalized attention and guidance. In-Person and Distant clients are welcome, so regardless of your location, you can participate in this enriching opportunity.Support the showThanks for listening! SUBSCRIBE to The Holistic Health Show today and embark on a transformative journey towards a more harmonious and balanced life.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube!

Electrical noise is an invisible source of interference and a frequently overlooked problem in troubleshooting. Industrial environments are full of electrical noise sources. If left unmanaged, electrical noise can interfere with signal transmission and leave users perplexed. This episode focuses on the common sources of noise and how to mitigate their effects. Cordsets and connectors are critical components for the reliable operation of automated machinery, material handling systems, robots, and mobile equipment. In today's episode we will also talk about the different types of connectors that are widely used in industrial automation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Machine safety is often mistaken as a complicated topic, but safe inductive sensors from Pepperl+Fuchs make safe position monitoring easy. Tune in for a brief background on machine safety and updates on safe inductive sensors for mobile equipment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Navindra Yadav is the co-founder and CEO of Theom, the cloud data security leader. He and the team recently raised a $16M series A from an impressive group of investors including Microsoft's M12 venture fund and Ridge Ventures. Prior to Theom, Navindra was the founder and CEO at Tetration and prior to that he was a distinguished engineer at Cisco. Navindra's work has received more than 182 patents.For full disclosure, Dan is an investor in Theom. Thanks to Patty Hatter, great former guest, for introducing us to Navindra.Listen and learn... What CISOs least understand about the security of enterprise data Why CASBs (Cloud Access Security Brokers) are inherently vulnerable The hardest technical problem Theom has solved How to assign a “criticality score” to data How to use NLP (natural language processing) to detect PII (personally identifiable information) How to protect from unauthorized data access through social engineering Why data stores like Snowflake, Databricks, and Confluent don't already monitor data inappropriately leaving their platforms? When consumers will be able to trust that data they provide SaaS vendors is secure. The security startup Navindra and Dan are ready to fund! References in this episode… Navindra's company: Theom.ai Patty Hatter on AI and the Future of Work Congressman Ted Lieu on the creation of an “FDA” equivalent to regulate AI

Colleen O'Brien is an accomplished marketing executive with over a decade of experience leading strategic internal and external communications for companies of all sizes—from Fortune 500 corporations to early-stage startups. Currently, she is the chief communications officer for high-end clothing rental startup Armoire.   Previously, Colleen led brand marketing, content creation, and communications strategy for Microsoft's venture fund M12, which invests globally in early-stage enterprise software companies.  Prior to joining M12, Colleen held several marketing and communications roles across Microsoft, and led product marketing initiatives for Windows and Office, driving growth, engagement, and partnerships globally. Colleen produced and hosted Microsoft's Women in Business and Technology podcast and served as a spokesperson on the weekly YouTube series Microsoft Unboxed.   Colleen has an MBA from the University of Washington Foster School of Business and graduated cum laude from Harvard College with a Bachelor of Arts in film production and a minor in studies of women, gender, and sexuality. Colleen sits on the advisory board of Women in Cloud and is a member of the Forbes Communications Council.   She is also a certified executive coach and a sought-out speaker on the All Raise Visionary Voices speakers bureau, and has appeared at the PRSA Storytellers Series, the Women in Tech Regatta, and Ideagen's Global Goals 2030 Summit.    Read the show notes here: https://arcbound.com/podcasts/    Links: Homepage: Arcbound.com Services/Work with Us: https://arcbound.com/work-with-us/ About: https://arcbound.com/about/ Founders Corner: https://arcbound.com/category/founders-corner/ Connect: https://arcbound.com/connect/

Matt Fairhurst has built a powerful business on deskless workforce technology. One which has proven global demand, and has attracted tens of millions of dollars in capital. The venture, Skedulo has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Costanoa Ventures, Blackbird, Softbank, and Microsoft's venture firm M12.

SUP TDAD Fam & Happy Mother's Day!WE ARE BACK!!! THE BISCUITS ARE BACK , THE POD IS BACK EVERYTHING , IS BACK!“We're mass communicating!” Listen to the latest episode of @tdadbaby with @BarberShreds. Episode 42 is fresh off the mic: Jon recaps the epicness that was the @missionballroom and why tDB loves the venue. Barber banters over some jams from The Disco Biscuits first shows @The Mission Ballroom in Denver, CO. "Essentially the perfect balance of just listening & commentary." -- Dave DreadWe give you "E042: We Got A Brand New Mission " We are looking back at the show played on Saturday night 4/9/2022 in Denver, and in particular S2. Happy Mother's Day!!! Tell your friends! We Mass Communicatin' Let's roll this out!E042 - Mission Ballroom 4/9/22 S21.) I-MAN > M12.) EVOLVE > CATEPILLAR3.) SAVE THE ROBOTSCrunk Mike & a few other Bisco Twitter/discord heads are dubbing this the Best Biscuits this year, even w/ that Richmond Bonus Show & Barber B-Day show @ the Cap. It's A certified Rager of a concert. The band is firing on all cylinders right now and headed into a big Summer Tour w/ Umphrey's McGee & City Bisco. Bring yo' ass to the parties.Bless you all! Glory to Bisco in the highest. Cover photos by Sean GillisCover Art by Ricky's PlaceHosted by Jon "The GOAT" BarberMixed by Keith BillikWho the F is CM?!Special thx to the TDAD SQUAD - IYKYKPeace & Love, Stay fuckin' fresh!The Disco Biscuits are incredible & these men make up the band:Aron MagnerAllen AucoinMarc BrownsteinIce Cold Jonny BarberSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/touchdownsallday. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.