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Subscribe on Patreon and hear this week's full patron-exclusive episode here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/129947873 Beatrice and Artie discuss the “GOP Murder Bill” just passed in the House of Representatives, with a particular focus on why adding work requirements to Medicaid is so dangerous, and how brazen the attacks on trans care are under the bill. Then we discuss Vinay Prasad and Marty Makary's attempts to use the FDA to make it impossible to get a covid vaccine. Runtime 1:26:00 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

Rated PG-13 Runtime: 1hr 43minWritten & Directed by Logan George & Celine HeldStars: Dylan O'Brien, Eliza Scanlen and Lauren AmbroseReleased on streaming October 10, 2024RT: 76% critics / 79% audienceSynopsisIn Louisiana, near the border of Texas, the mother of a young man named Paris has a seizure and falls off a bridge while driving her car with her son. He saves himself but is not able to rescue his mother who disappears in Caddo Lake. In a house near the lake, teenager Ellie lives with her mother Celeste, her stepfather Daniel and her eight-year-old stepsister Anna. Ellie has arguments with her mother because of her father that she never knew and questions whether he really died. When Anna disappears in Caddo Lake, Sheriff Taylor organizes a search party to look for her in the lake. Meanwhile Paris is researching why his mother had seizures when the water level is low in the lake. Ellie decides to look for Anna in the lake and finds a mystery.Join us again in two weeks when we will be reviewing Bring Her Back, opening in theaters May 30.Theme music: "Secret of Tiki Island" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Electricity powers our lives, but respecting its potential dangers is crucial for keeping our families safe. In this eye-opening episode of Flippin' the Switch, we're joined by Timmy Hall, a job training and safety specialist from Jones-Onslow EMC, who shares critical electrical safety information every household should know.Whether you're a homeowner, parent, or just someone who uses electricity (so, everyone!), this episode delivers practical, potentially life-saving information presented in an accessible way. Take a moment to listen—the safety tips you learn could protect you and your loved ones from electrical hazards all year long.Run Time: 25 minutes

Subscribe on Patreon and hear this week's full patron-exclusive episode here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/129388051 Beatrice Adler-Bolton and Tracy Rosenthal speak with Brian Goldstone about how we intentionally undercount the homeless in America, and what life looks like for those that don't make the official count; the myths of homelessness and personal responsibility that draw attention away from the demise of public housing and rise of neoliberalism; and Brian's new book There Is No Place for Us: Working and Homeless in America. Find Brian's book here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/645871/there-is-no-place-for-us-by-brian-goldstone/ Runtime 1:42:01 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

Bentornati su Snap!Amici dal cuore metallato, tenete calde le cuffie: la prossima settima torna CARIC! In attesa che arrivi il lieto momento, vi racconto come ho passato ore a cercare un deposito del cemento armato in Regione e, con Michele Bondanelli per Escape, parliamo dei rispettivi obiettivi ciclistici per quest'anno. Anno particolare in cui in qualche modo bisogna fare il punto della situazione sui Vision Pro attraverso una provocazione, mentre gli strumenti per il rendering fanno passi da gigante come quello consigliato dallo Snapper Marco Fois.Nella seconda parte di questo podcast, largo spazio a Motif, l'esponente più promettente del BIM 2.0 e l'uso di robot nell'edilizia in un cantiere di Seattle.Buon ascolto!—>

Subscribe on Patreon and hear this week's full patron-exclusive episode here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/128800850 Beatrice, Artie and Phil review the early months of the second Trump administration's “Make America Healthy Again” agenda, with health agencies undergoing mass purges, Medicaid cuts looming, millions declared administratively “dead” by the Social Security Administration, and top officials asserting “healthy people don't consume healthcare resources.” We discuss the false claims that each of these attacks are attempts to target “waste, fraud and abuse” and why it is that health is such a particular target of the administration this time around.  Runtime 1:30:03 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

In questo episodio di Techno Pillz, Alex Raccuglia condivide il suo viaggio nel mondo del montaggio video automatico e narrativo, svelandoci come ha sviluppato nuove funzionalità per la sua application BeatMark. Dal self-made editing delle clip Hero alla creazione di un sistema che combina storytelling e caos controllato, Alex ci racconta passo dopo passo come ha trasformato il processo di montaggio, riducendolo a un'ora di lavoro con risultati sorprendenti. Tra commenti ironici, riflessioni sulla narrativa automatica, e aggiornamenti sulle sue iniziative come il festival del cinema e il festival di surf, questo episodio è un tuffo profondo nel flusso di coscienza di un creativo tecnologico.  ⚙️ **Cosa troverai in questo episodio:**  - Svelamenti tecnici sullo sviluppo di BeatMark Pro Extreme  - Come automatizzare il montaggio video con narrativa e clip eroiche  - La filosofia dietro la strutturazione narrativa automatica  - Novità e approfondimenti sulle funzionalità di BeatMark, tra cui il rallentamento delle clip e la distribuzione automatica delle clip Hero  - Un'ironica e schietta analisi del processo creativo digitale  [00:04:34] Spot[00:15:15] Spot[00:21:15] Spot[00:25:43] Il riassunto di Sciatta GPTTechnoPillzFlusso di coscienza digitale.Vieni a chiacchierare sul riot:https://t.me/TechnoPillzRiotSono su Mastodon: @shylock74@mastodon.unoI video di The Morning Rant sul canale YouTube di Runtime:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgGSK_Rq9Xdh1ojZ_Qi-rCwwae_n2LmztAscoltaci live tutti i giorni 24/7 su: http://runtimeradio.itScarica l'app per iOS: https://bit.ly/runtAppContribuisci alla Causa andando su:http://runtimeradio.it/ancheio/

What makes a founder dangerous? Not credentials. Not their pedigree. And it's not who they know. For investor and former operator Promise Phelon, a dangerous founder is someone with lived experience, relentless conviction, and the ability to build something the world doesn't expect. Promise is the founder and managing partner of Growth Warrior Capital, an early-stage venture firm that invests in founders building seed and Series A enterprise AI companies. In this episode, she shares hard-won lessons from the founder's seat and the investor's table: how to turn capital scarcity into a strategic advantage, navigating the shift from founder to CEO, and why storytelling can't replace traction. We also talk about: How to find the investors who already have reasons to believe The “puzzle vs. mystery” framework for prioritizing execution What a dangerous founder pitch actually sounds like How underrepresented founders can cultivate an appetite for risk — without a safety net If you're building in stealth, raising without a network, or just wondering how to scale yourself as your company grows, this episode will give you a framework and some momentum. RUNTIME 59:08 EPISODE BREAKDOWN (04:32) Promise talks about her path from operator to investor (06:57) Inside Growth Warrior Capital''s investment strategy (09:25) What her typical work week looks like (14:01) “We love the qualitative, but our goal is to get to the meat of what's going on.” (16:36) How Promise prefers to be pitched (18:21) Growth Warrior Capital has plans for a second fund in the works (21:27) Why more founders need to evolve from being firestarters to fiduciaries (25:13) Where inexperienced entrepreneurs need the most help (28:13) “ We look for coachability in a founder. We also look for rigidity.” (30:50) “ A dangerous founder is someone that you don't expect to come up and kick you in the teeth.” (34:01) “ …So Kendrick Lamar is the soundtrack for every single investor meeting.” (36:09) What it's like to be pitched by a dangerous founder (39:30) One myth about successful founders that's holding people back (44:23) How to cultivate an appetite for risk when you don't have a safety net (50:41) What happens when founders learn to make bold strategic moves (53:09)  ”As a founder, you're not trying to convince anyone of anything. It's a search problem.” (57:14)  Something Promise used to believe about venture capital that is just totally untrue LINKS Promise Phelon Growth Warrior Capital Almanack of Naval Ravikant SUBSCRIBE

Bentornati su Snap!Molte le novità in questa puntata: il duo Mario Napolitano e Luca Manelli danno vita a Pane e BIM, format anticipato nella puntata di Snap con Mario; Escape continua la sua pedalata in cui con Michele Bondanelli parliano di burocrazia; Morpholio Trace chiude il cerchio tra il disegno digitale ed il CAD; in ufficio arriva un nuovo portatile Windows e consiglio un'utilità per chi usa un MacBook collegato ad uno schermo esterno.Prende piede l'iniziativa di iBIMi sullo Scan-to-BIM, nasce la Commissione BIM mentre ad Intel naufraga Gaudi e l'AI può autoreplicarsi. In conclusione, una veloce sintesi delle prestazioni del MacBook Pro con M4 Max.Buon ascolto!—>

It’s another mega-sized episode as the whole Ani-Gamers gang — Evan, David, Inaki, and Pat — gathers to look back at the pre-Breath of the Wild 3-D Legend of Zelda canon, from the heady days of Ocarina of Time to the franchise black sheep that is Skyward Sword. How do these games hold up now that we've definitively moved into a new era for Zelda games? We cover Ocarina of Time, Majora's Mask, Wind Waker, Twilight Princess, and Skyward Sword. Topics include: Tolkien comparisons, Wind Waker-likes, and spin to win. Runtime: 1 hour, 38 minutes Direct Download RSS Feed iTunes Spotify Google Music Send us Feedback! Support us on Patreon! Join our Discord server! More episodes Show Notes Opening/Ending Song: “Blues Machine” by Scott Gratton Episode edited by Evan Minto. The Topic: 3-D Zelda games Name drops: Nintendo, Super NES/Super Famicom, Nintendo 64, GameCube, Wii, Wii U, Nintendo Switch, A Link to the Past. BlueSky: Ani-Gamers, Evan, Inaki, Pat Mastodon: Ani-Gamers, Evan Evan runs Azuki, a manga publisher and subscription app David and Inaki stream games on Twitch every Saturday night

What kind of founder spends five years building a product before going to market? One who's trying to solve a very hard problem. Vince Gaydarzhiev is the founder of Alcatraz, a deep tech startup that uses facial authentication. The platform isn't used to lock people out of single offices or consumer gadgets; its customers are buying global enterprise security, where compliance is strict, trust is earned, and failure isn't an option. In this episode, Vince shares the emotional, strategic, and technical realities of building a company at the intersection of AI, hardware, and enterprise infrastructure. From working nights on prototypes with a tiny team to navigating founder isolation and breaking into risk-averse markets with no Silicon Valley network, Vince takes us inside the long game of building something real. We cover: Why it took three years to get a product into customer hands — and two more to scale it Validating a deep tech startup when you're not an insider What enterprise security leaders really care about (and how not to sell to them) Why founder empathy and “becoming your customer” are non-negotiable in this space The hiring philosophy that helped Alcatraz scale with high-agency, low-ego team members How Vince de-risked himself to earn trust from investors and prospective hires If you're building something technically ambitious or thinking about launching a startup in AI, hardware, or security, listen in. RUNTIME 32:15 EPISODE BREAKDOWN (2:35) Where the idea for Alcatraz came from and why Vince decided to take the leap (5:51) His process for validating the concept with investors, customers, and security teams (9:37) “I  was surprised that this thing didn't exist yet.” (11:48) Why it took five years to develop a “globally scalable” minimum viable product (13:29) How much has his TAM estimate changed since entering the market? (17:55) The pitch Vince used to recruit employees away from Apple and other top companies (20:05) “ In 2016, investors were investing into companies purely on a deck.” (22:18) “ I had zero network. It was my first time.” (24:42) “ Many people mentally cannot take ‘nos' in bulk. They get depressed, they feel it's personal.” (26:50) Why the name “Alcatraz?” (28:12) “ It's really tough to work with people that you don't like. Very tough. It's never gonna work out.” (30:24) The one question Vince would have to ask the CEO if he were interviewing at an early-stage startup LINKS Vince Gardarzhiev Alcatraz Alcatraz AI Raises $6.1M in Funding for Frictionless Access Control, 4/27/2021, press release Alcatraz AI Receives $25M Series A Funding to Accelerate International Growth, 9/13/2022, press release SUBSCRIBE

What turns a free trial user into a paying customer? For Ola Sars, founder and CEO of Soundtrack, the answer is all about behavior. In this episode, we break down how his team uses product-led growth (PLG) and product-qualified leads (PQLs) to drive conversions.  You'll hear how playing 100 tracks became a key signal for purchase intent, the tactics Soundtrack deploys to help self-serve customers experience value fast, and what it takes to scale a SaaS business in a market ruled by consumer giants. If you're building a PLG motion or trying to convert lookie-loos into cash customers, listen in. RUNTIME 45:20 EPISODE BREAKDOWN (3:11) “ It's 20 years now I've been trying to make a living here in the intersection of audio, music and technology.” (5:22) How Ola became a member of Beats' founding team. (9:37) Why he returned to Stockholm to build Soundtrack instead of remaining stateside. (13:38) When Ola started to learn about product-led growth. (15:38) “ It's a $40-50 billion market on an annual basis. And we're kind of the only company going after that market right now.” (18:54) “ We had this approach that everything had to be done self-serve.” (20:33) Creating a framework to ID and leverage product-qualfied leads (PQLs). (26:06) What role will AI play in music distribution and production? (28:23) The gaps Ola sees in today's music technology marketplace. (32:04) Why AI-generated music “ doesn't make any sense.” (35:03) Ola reflects on several cultural shifts that have made it “much easier now” to build in Europe. (38:12) Stockholm's entrepreneurs are “kind of hybrid Americans in a way how we think about business.” (42:08) The biggest myth Americans believe about starting up in Europe. (44:09) If you were interviewing for a job with an early-stage startup, what's one question you'd have to ask the CEO before you could accept an offer? LINKS Ola Sars Soundtrack B2B music streaming service Soundtrack Your Brand raises $15 million, Tech.eu ​​What is “lagom?”, Study in Sweden The English term "mid" matches the Swedish term "bland, mellan,” tok-pisin.com SUBSCRIBE

At RSAC Conference 2025, Rupesh Chokshi, Senior Vice President and General Manager of the Application Security Group at Akamai, joined ITSPmagazine to share critical insights into the dual role AI is playing in cybersecurity today—and what Akamai is doing about it.Chokshi lays out the landscape with clarity: while AI is unlocking powerful new capabilities for defenders, it's also accelerating innovation for attackers. From bot mitigation and behavioral DDoS to adaptive security engines, Akamai has used machine learning for over a decade to enhance protection, but the scale and complexity of threats have entered a new era.The API and Web Application Threat SurgeReferencing Akamai's latest State of the Internet report, Chokshi cites a 33% year-over-year rise in web application and API attacks—topping 311 billion threats. More than 150 billion of these were API-related. The reason is simple: APIs are the backbone of modern applications, yet many organizations lack visibility into how many they have or where they're exposed. Shadow and zombie APIs are quietly expanding attack surfaces without sufficient monitoring or defense.Chokshi shares that in early customer discovery sessions, organizations often uncover tens of thousands of APIs they weren't actively tracking—making them easy targets for business logic abuse, credential theft, and data exfiltration.Introducing Akamai's Firewall for AIAkamai is addressing another critical gap with the launch of its new Firewall for AI. Designed for both internal and customer-facing generative AI applications, this solution focuses on securing runtime environments. It detects and blocks issues like prompt injection, PII leakage, and toxic language using scalable, automated analysis at the edge—reducing friction for deployment while enhancing visibility and governance.In early testing, Akamai found that 6% of traffic to a single LLM-based customer chatbot involved suspicious activity. That volume—within just 100,000 requests—highlights the urgency of runtime protections for AI workloads.Enabling Security LeadershipChokshi emphasizes that modern security teams must engage collaboratively with business and data teams. As AI adoption outpaces security budgets, CISOs are looking for trusted, easy-to-deploy solutions that enable—not hinder—innovation. Akamai's goal: deliver scalable protections with minimal disruption, while helping security leaders shoulder the growing burden of AI risk.Learn more about Akamai: https://itspm.ag/akamailbwcNote: This story contains promotional content. Learn more.Guest: Rupesh Chokshi, SVP & General Manager, Application Security, Akamai | https://www.linkedin.com/in/rupeshchokshi/ResourcesLearn more and catch more stories from Akamai: https://www.itspmagazine.com/directory/akamaiLearn more and catch more stories from RSA Conference 2025 coverage: https://www.itspmagazine.com/rsac25______________________Keywords:sean martin, rupesh chokshi, akamai, rsac, ai, security, cisos, api, firewall, llm, brand story, brand marketing, marketing podcast, brand story podcast______________________Catch all of our event coverage: https://www.itspmagazine.com/technology-and-cybersecurity-conference-coverageWant to tell your Brand Story Briefing as part of our event coverage? Learn More 

Deno: The Modern TypeScript Runtime Alternative to PythonEpisode SummaryDeno stands tall. TypeScript runs fast in this Rust-based runtime. It builds standalone executables and offers type safety without the headaches of Python's packaging and performance problems.KeywordsDeno, TypeScript, JavaScript, Python alternative, V8 engine, scripting language, zero dependencies, security model, standalone executables, Rust complement, DevOps tooling, microservices, CLI applicationsKey Benefits Over PythonBuilt-in TypeScript SupportFirst-class TypeScript integrationStatic type checking improves code qualityBetter IDE support with autocomplete and error detectionTypes catch errors before runtimeSuperior PerformanceV8 engine provides JIT compilation optimizationsSignificantly faster than CPython for most workloadsNo Global Interpreter Lock (GIL) limiting parallelismAsynchronous operations are first-class citizensBetter memory management with V8's garbage collectorZero Dependencies PhilosophyNo package.json or external package managerURLs as imports simplify dependency managementBuilt-in standard library for common operationsNo node_modules folderSimplified dependency auditingModern Security ModelExplicit permissions for file, network, and environment accessSecure by default - no arbitrary code executionSandboxed execution environmentSimplified Bundling and DistributionCompile to standalone executablesConsistent execution across platformsNo need for virtual environmentsSimplified deployment to productionReal-World Usage ScenariosDevOps tooling and automationMicroservices and API developmentData processing applicationsCLI applications with standalone executablesWeb development with full-stack TypeScriptEnterprise applications with type-safe business logicComplementing RustPerfect scripting companion to Rust's philosophyShared focus on safety and developer experienceUnified development experience across languagesPossibility to start with Deno and migrate performance-critical parts to RustComing in May: New courses on Deno from Pragmatic A-Lapse

Subscribe on Patreon and hear this week's full patron-exclusive episode here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/128245289 Beatrice speaks with Nathan Tankus to walk through an oral history of the early months of DOGE's ongoing infiltration of the Treasury payments system and Social Security, why the "Trump-Musk Payments Crisis" threatens a bigger fundamental threat of US economic breakdown than even Trump's tariffs, and why Nathan tried (and failed) to crash the stock market. Runtime 2:36:28 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

Bentornati su Snap!Una domanda all'apparenza semplice nata in Escape (il format che non ti aspetto di due architetti che vanno in giro in bici e si raccontano cose) ha richiesto un approfondimento specifico in Snap - Puntini Imperfetti.Così il nostro Michele Bondanelli ci spiega le basi del linguaggio della misura che aiuteranno a capire meglio quanto e come può tornare utile l'utilizzo di un iPhone per il rilievo del costruito.Risoluzione, accuratezza, precisione, errore tollerabile, rappresentazione automatica,distanza limite della misurazione e la scalabilitá dei sistemi di acquisione sono tutti concetti che saranno sooegati in modo semplice e sapiente da Michele.Buon ascolto!—>

Kelly and Mark rave about the 3-minute short Dr. Quinn, Morphine Woman, a hilarious parody we both adore and wish had more like it! Release Date: December 3, 2014 (United States), available on platforms like Prime Video. Director: Lauren Palmigiano (credited as LP). Writers: Lindsay Kearns (written by) Beth Sullivan (credited for characters created, as she was the creator of the original Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman). Producers: Dan Bernstein and Eleanor Winkler. Cinematographer: Jonathan Nicholas. Cast: Jane Seymour as Dr. Michaela Quinn Joe Lando as Byron Sully Jonelle Allen as Grace Orson Bean as Loren Bray Geoffrey Lower as Rev. Timothy Johnson Henry G. Sanders as Robert E. Charles Baker (known for Breaking Bad's Skinny Pete) in a cameo. Runtime: 3 minutes Production Company: Funny or Die, a comedy content platform known for satirical skits. The short humorously subverts the family-friendly tone of Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman (1993–1998), which starred Jane Seymour as a compassionate doctor in the Old West. In Dr. Quinn, Morphine Woman, Dr. Quinn has turned to prescribing morphine, cocaine, and whiskey, addicting the entire town. The parody mimics Breaking Bad's visual and narrative style, with Quinn adopting a Walter White-esque persona, complete with dramatic close-ups and a drug-lord attitude. Key gags include Quinn forcing morphine on a patient with a minor injury and a Breaking Bad-style title card. The original cast's return adds nostalgic appeal, while the exaggerated premise pokes fun at gritty TV reboots. Critics and fans found it a clever, if brief, send-up of both shows. The film has a 7.2/10 rating on IMDb and is lauded for its sharp satire and the cast's commitment to the absurd premise. It's a niche but entertaining piece for fans of the original series or Breaking Bad. Dr. Quinn, Morphine Woman originally aired on March 12, 1994 Now there’s a place to buy Dr QuinnCast Merchandise! https://www.etsy.com/shop/ForYourLittleHouse Maybe you want something a little more handmade? Kelly has her own Etsy store where you can find tons of amazing handcrafted items with a focus on Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman and more! – please take a look! https://www.etsy.com/shop/HandCraftLittleHouse The post Dr. Quinn, Morphine Woman first appeared on Dr.QuinnCast Podcast.

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Mike Conover started his career as a machine learning engineer. Today, he's the co-founder and CEO of Brightwave, an AI startup helping financial professionals make faster decisions with massive, unstructured data. In this episode of Fund/Build/Scale, Mike shares how he made the leap from technical contributor to strategic leader—and the hard lessons he learned along the way. From translating technical vision into a focused go-to-market strategy, to learning how to coach, hire, and scale intentionally, Mike unpacks the mindset shift required to move from building code to building a company. We also get into: How Brightwave validates new product bets in a high-stakes industry Why founder-market fit is emotional, not just strategic Mistakes to avoid when hiring your early team How to create focus loops and feedback channels before feature creep sets in Why emotional intelligence and execution velocity matter just as much as AI architecture If you're a technical founder — or thinking about becoming one — this conversation offers an unvarnished look at what it actually takes to scale yourself while scaling your startup. RUNTIME 55:09 EPISODE BREAKDOWN (1:12) Mike explains how Brightwave works. (3:49) Where the idea came from. (7:47) How he connected with co-founder Brandon Kotara. (10:58) The biggest challenges he faced shifting from an engineering role to founder/CEO. (14:22) “As a CEO, you have to do a lot of jobs that you have no preparation for.” (15:07) Working with a coach has been “such a sustaining source of inspiration, but also continuity.” (18:45) “There's a rap lyric I really like, which is, ‘you can't crush me, I'm dirt.'” (20:29) Turning “reasonable” feature requests into new products helped Brightwave build customer trust. (25:30) “ It's unusual,” but co-pilots and POC programs were not part of their early success. (30:12) Tips for building feedback loops between customers and the product team. (36:04) Seed to Series A “ was about four months.” (40:02) “ Most startups are not that defensible.” (45:54) “A lot of the product-led growth techniques that you might use don't always fit the market especially well.” (47:45) How to create a self-assessment framework for founder-market fit. (50:43) “ Brightwave — in its full totality — has material substance in my mind already.” (53:05) The one question he'd have to ask the CEO before taking a startup job. LINKS Mike Conover Brandon Kotara Brightwave Fred Kofman, Conscious Business SUBSCRIBE

Firecracker (1981) Category: Double the Ass, Cut the Runtime 3/3 Kron is under the weather so Bones blasts through the final entry of the category while Dan, feeling Weathered, takes the boys on a Creed tangent. Find your diplomas.  -Crash & Burn  JOIN THE DISCORD https://discord.gg/z2r7pcrB QUESTIONS? EMAIL US AT 5dayrentalspodcast@gmail.com Theme by Dkrefft https://open.spotify.com/artist/1yxWXpxlqLE4tjoivvU6XL Sounds effects provided by  freesound.org & zapsplat.com

Runway CEO and co-founder Siqi Chen shares how his team used a waitlist not just to build hype, but to engineer smarter growth. In this episode of Fund/Build/Scale, Siqi breaks down how Runway strategically kept customers in a holding pattern to gather feedback, qualify demand, and refine product-market fit. We also talk about: How to build trust with early users through transparency Using scarcity and access control as GTM levers Why financial planning should be accessible to everyone on the team What most founders get wrong about burn rate and cash flow Whether you're in the early stages or prepping for launch, this episode offers a masterclass in thoughtful, tactical go-to-market execution. RUNTIME 39:46 EPISODE BREAKDOWN (2:49) “ What if somebody worked on a Figma for finance?” (5:48) “ You have to understand what are the different levers of the machine, and how the machine works.” (8:50) Why Runway represents a cultural shift in corporate transparency. (11:51) How much financial literacy should founders try to foster across their organizations?  (14:48) How much runway should a startup aim for? (18:39) How Runway's waitlist fed directly into its GTM strategy. (21:36) The  ”very simple motivation” behind creating the waitlist. (24:35) The “negging trick” that makes sales prospects want to buy your product. (26:37) “ Your early customers join you for very different and specific reasons.” (28:55) “ Our first website, we didn't even really talk about the product.” (30:23) After opening up the waitlist, “ nothing really changed — we were doing outbound sales already.” (34:17) “People who are really motivated by your purpose and mission are willing to give you a lot more leeway.” (36:42) What the next five years could look like for Runway. (38:07) The one question Siqi would ask a CEO if he was interviewing at an early-stage startup.  LINKS Siqi Chen Runway Runway lands $27.5M to streamline financial planning for businesses As Not Seen on TV, Pete Wells, NYT Restaurant Review, 11/13/12 SUBSCRIBE

Igor Taber has sat on both sides of the table: first as a VC at Intel Capital, then as an operator at high-growth AI startup DataRobot. Now, as co-founder of Cortical Ventures, he's backing the next generation of AI-first startups. In this episode, Igor shares how his operating experience reshaped his investment lens, what most VCs still miss about early-stage execution, and how founders can break through the AI noise to build something that actually lasts. We also get into: What it really takes to build conviction at the seed stage How Cortical Ventures defines “defensibility” in AI The questions every founder should ask an investor (but usually doesn't) Why your biggest advantage may not be your model — it's your momentum If you're building in AI, fundraising, or trying to turn early traction into a long-term advantage, download this episode. RUNTIME: 39:52 EPISODE BREAKDOWN (1:19) Igor: My investor-operator-investor path was “ a really interesting progression.” (3:33) Previously, a lot of his opinions were rooted in the “VC echo chamber.” (6:56) “ You just try to do your best to be a good partner and be helpful.” (7:43) Why he and co-founder Jeremy Achin started Cortico. (13:39) What makes an early-stage AI team stand out? (17:15) When it comes to solo vs. team, “ we haven't seen any like material difference in outcome.” (18:56) “ I think the biggest company on LinkedIn is called ‘Stealth.'” (22:17) Why TAM isn't a major consideration when evaluating new opportunities. (24:18) His framework for evaluating and validating seed-stage startups. (26:03) The biggest red flags in founder discovery meetings. (28:21) Top mistakes founders make in the first year after closing a seed round. (33:16) How Cortical advises AI founders to build more resilient companies. (35:55) A few things to keep in mind before quitting a secure job to launch a startup. (38:07) How to make yourself more investible in 2025. LINKS Igor Tabor Jeremy Achin Cortical Ventures SUBSCRIBE

In honor of Month of the Military Child, we're spotlighting the power of storytelling to reflect the lives and resilience of military kids. In this heartwarming episode, we sit down with Quincy Martin—Jones-Onslow employee, US Marine veteran, and proud uncle—whose children's book "Breezy's World Adventure" draws deeply from his global travels and military service.The story follows Breezy, a curious 10-year-old girl, as she explores Japan, London, Australia, and Dubai—mirroring the journeys of many military children who grow up moving from place to place. Inspired by his own adventures and his spirited niece, Martin brings to life the wonder, adjustment, and cultural curiosity that define the military child experience.Martin, who also illustrated the book, shares how his Marine Corps background helped him authentically shape Breezy's journey—offering a touching tribute to the adaptability and creativity of military kids. His message to young readers echoes throughout the episode: embrace every new place, capture memories beyond the camera, and stay open to the beauty of the unknown. Listen now!Run Time: 24 Minutes

Game of Pleasure (1998) Category: Double the Ass, Cut the Runtime 2/3 Kron brings the craziest, sexiest and coolest thing to ever be made on Windows 95. LD's heart beats out of his chest and Bones can't stop hacking. Sit back because this one is a total thumbs up from a trash can.  -Crash & Burn JOIN THE DISCORD https://discord.gg/z2r7pcrB QUESTIONS? EMAIL US AT 5dayrentalspodcast@gmail.com Theme by Dkrefft https://open.spotify.com/artist/1yxWXpxlqLE4tjoivvU6XL Sounds effects provided by  freesound.org & zapsplat.com

Ayelet Noff has spent more than two decades helping startups land meaningful press — but she's also seen how the game has changed. In this episode of Fund/Build/Scale, the founder of SlicedBrand and new PR tech startup Dazzle shares what still works, what doesn't, and how founders can earn meaningful attention in today's fractured media landscape. We get into: – What makes a pitch actually land with reporters – How to build credibility before you have traction – The biggest mistakes founders make when trying to “get press” – How AI tools are shaping the future of PR Whether you're early-stage or scaling, this episode is packed with practical advice for telling your story with clarity and credibility. RUNTIME 49:49 LINKS Ayelet Noff @AyeletNoff (X) SlicedBrand Dazzle SUBSCRIBE

Double Threat (1992) Category: Double the Ass, Cut the Runtime 1/3 LD doubles down the on the sleaze of Season III. The Dirty Dudes get into all kind of sexy twist and turns on this one. So jump in the BMW, pump up those arms and take care of that butthole because it's a wild start to Double the Ass, Cut the Runtime.  -Crash & Burn  JOIN THE DISCORD https://discord.gg/z2r7pcrB QUESTIONS? EMAIL US AT 5dayrentalspodcast@gmail.com Theme by Dkrefft https://open.spotify.com/artist/1yxWXpxlqLE4tjoivvU6XL Sounds effects provided by  freesound.org & zapsplat.com

Sahitya Senapathy, founder and CEO of Endeavor AI, joins Fund/Build/Scale to talk about launching a solo-founded startup at the intersection of AI and heavy industry. From building FEMA apps at age 11 to raising $7M before finishing college, Sahitya shares the hard lessons behind the headline. We dig into: – Selling AI solutions to manufacturers with no network and no co-founder – What enterprise customers actually care about in early-stage tech – Navigating credibility as a first-time founder in hard tech – Building while still learning — on the floor, in the pitch, as a leader This is a candid look at what it means to hustle in deep tech without shortcuts or safety nets. RUNTIME 46:18 LINKS Sahitya Senapathy Endeavor AI Forward deployment model SUBSCRIBE

Sophie Bakalar, partner at Collaborative Fund, joins Fund/Build/Scale for a candid conversation about early-stage investing in climate tech, consumer AI, and deep tech hardware. She shares how she evaluates “green” founders with limited experience, what kind of traction she looks for in pre-revenue companies, and why a passion for solving a real-world problem outweighs having a stacked resume. We also cover: Tactical funding strategies for capital-intensive startups The value of adaptable teams and fractional CFOs How to avoid overspending before product-market fit The mindset shifts needed before approaching VCs This episode is packed with advice for founders navigating long development timelines, technical risk, and early go-to-market strategy — especially if you're looking to raise money while keeping burn low and momentum high. RUNTIME 48:59 EPISODE BREAKDOWN (2:24) “Like a lot of people in venture, I have sort of a windy path.”   (6:47) Inside Collaborative Fund: “We all roll up our sleeves on everything here.”   (7:55) Which industries and founder profiles Sophie is watching in 2025.   (10:37) Where consumer AI hardware may be headed.   (12:03) What her typical work week looks like.   (15:05) In a people-driven industry, inexperienced founders need to de-risk themselves before doing investor outreach.   (17:37) “We don't necessarily create a hard line or a clear box around what makes a climate tech investment.”   (22:43) “There are a few things that investors in climate and energy tech are looking for.”   (26:23) When it comes to solo founders, “expectations from funders [are] a little bit higher.”   (28:28) What excites Sophie about working with first-time founders.   (30:17) The most common reason why a team with a strong idea fails to execute.   (33:31) Why a founder's “adaptability quotient” is so critical to their success.   (36:53) Personalities (and business models) that should avoid venture capital.   (40:16) “I hope I've managed to retain a good amount of empathy.”   (42:11) One piece of advice for VCs she returns to frequently.   (44:37) “The only real seismic changes are going to happen when you start to see more female entrepreneurs build really successful companies.”   (46:52) The blogger you need to read “before you kick off your fundraise.”   (47:39) The one question Sophie would have to ask a CEO before accepting an offer from an early-stage startup. LINKS Sophie Bakalar Craig Shapiro Collaborative Fund Fred Wilson, AVC archive SUBSCRIBE

Luca Casanato, member of the Deno core team, delves into the intricacies of debugging applications using Deno and OpenTelemetry. Discover how Deno's native integration with OpenTelemetry enhances application performance monitoring, simplifies instrumentation compared to Node.js, and unlocks new insights for developers! Links https://lcas.dev https://x.com/lcasdev https://github.com/lucacasonato https://mastodon.social/@lcasdev https://www.linkedin.com/in/luca-casonato-15946b156 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, Emily, at emily.kochanekketner@logrocket.com (mailto:emily.kochanekketner@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 understand 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: Luca Casonato.

Recorded in July 2024, Aimi founder Edward Balassanian joins Fund/Build/Scale to share how his AI-powered platform creates generative, copyright-safe music for enterprise clients. He explains how customer discovery with DJs shaped Aimi's tech, why compliance is core to their strategy, and why the company downsized after hitting product-market fit — all while inventing a market where AI music solves problems humans can't. RUNTIME 30:47 EPISODE BREAKDOWN (4:17) “ I consider myself a platform person. I build operating systems.” (7:39) “ It's incumbent on a founder in a space like this to be well-versed in not only the art of the music, but the science of the music as well.” (9:14) “ We see a song as a medium between fans and artists. We're not in the song business.” (11:03) How Aimi is building a library of licensed content: “We've been pretty methodical.” (14:59) “ We see ourselves as kind of uniquely in the business of music AI for creation, not for imitation.” (16:46) “ We de-risk the use of music. That's one of the biggest selling points for enterprise customers.” (18:44) “ Like most tech people, I would say we're always going to be in beta.” (21:58) Why Aimi raised its $20M Series B in 2021. (24:01) Downsizing after reaching PMF “ was the best decision that we that we could have made.” (28:05) “ I think what's really interesting is building platforms, and any platform today is going to have to incorporate AI into it.” LINKS Edward Balassanian (Crunchbase) Aimi AI-Powered Music Platform Aimi has raised $20 million in a Series B round of funding SUBSCRIBE

The cloud security landscape may have just shifted — and we're here to break it down.In this special panel episode, host Ashish Rajan is joined by an all-star group of cloud and cybersecurity experts to discuss one of the most important conversations in cloud security today: the changing nature of security architecture, SOC readiness, and how teams must evolve in a multi-cloud world.Guests include:Chris Hughes – CEO at Acqui & host of Resilient CyberJames Berthoty – Cloud and AppSec engineer, known for sharp vendor analysis and engineering-first content and Latio TechMike Privette – Founder of Return on Security, expert in cybersecurity economicsFrancis Odum – Founder of Software Analyst Cyber ResearchWe Cover:Why cloud security is now beyond CSPM and CNAPPThe impact of major market moves on enterprise cloud strategyWhat vendor lock-in really means in a multi-cloud eraHow runtime and real-time security are taking center stageThe rise of AI-SPM and AI-powered SOCsWhat CISOs and practitioners should actually be doing nowGuest Socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠David's Linkedin⁠Podcast Twitter - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@CloudSecPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you want to watch videos of this LIVE STREAMED episode and past episodes - Check out our other Cloud Security Social Channels:-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cloud Security Podcast- Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cloud Security Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cloud Security BootCamp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you are interested in AI Cybersecurity, you can check out our sister podcast -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ AI Cybersecurity PodcastQuestions asked:(00:00) Introduction(02:05) A bit about our panelists(04:24) Current Cloud Security Landscape(09:36) Challenges with Multi-Cloud Security(18:06) Runtime Security for Cloud(23:34) Can SOC deal with CNAPP Alerts(26:23) CISO planning their cybersecurity program(32:38) Regulatory requirements in public sector(36:27) Success Metrics for Modern Cloud Security Program

ITS TIME!Saki and Sharpie cover the heavily anticipated launch for Animation VERSUS : a new indie fighter created by Alan Becker and developed by Muno. The FGC Cast duo draws up a pretty positive future for this project while also showcasing exclusive gameplay footage.

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In this episode of Fund/Build/Scale, Nectir co-founder and CEO Kavitta Ghai shares how she turned her frustration as a college student into a fast-growing, VC-backed edtech startup. Kavitta discusses the leap from student to founder, how she built an AI-powered tool for classrooms without a technical background, and the tactics that helped her and her co-founder land paying customers early. She also opens up about navigating the venture world as a first-generation founder and reframing risk as a competitive advantage. RUNTIME 59:59 EPISODE BREAKDOWN (1:57) “ One day we said, ‘what if we stopped complaining and we actually did something about it?'” (5:57) “ The idea for Nectir initially just sort of fell into my lap.” (10:29) “ I was a communication major. He was an environmental studies major. We had no technical background at all.” (12:50) “ To go from a broke college student to being a broke founder really doesn't feel like that big of a difference.” (14:12) How they landed Nectir's first customer — UC Santa Barbara. (20:50) “ We have this philosophy that I call our ‘zones of genius.'” (23:46) Why customer discovery should “ every single person on the team for as long as you possibly can.” (27:03) “ When I go back and think about what we did best in that beginning period of time, it was starting with a very basic MVP.” (30:47) “ It was a huge surprise and it was terrifying when I realized, ‘oh shit, I'm the salesperson.'” (34:47) Kavitta shares her top recommendation for free founder advice — and one she had to pay for. (38:43) “ I actually came into building Nectir with zero understanding of what VC funding even was.” (43:38) “ You have to be willing to ask for what you want and it's the only way to get it.” (47:24) “ Right this second is the best possible time to start your company.” (51:50) “ It's not the thought of me sitting on a yacht one day that motivates me.” (53:09) Nectir's pilot program with the California Community College system. (56:49) The one question Kavitta would have to ask a CEO before she'd take a job at their startup. LINKS Nectir Kavitta Ghai kavitta.com How to Crash the Silicon Valley Party California Community Colleges Launches Groundbreaking Pilot with Nectir AI Paul Graham essays What is FERPA?, U.S. Dept. of Education Entrada Ventures SUBSCRIBE

In this episode, we sit with security leader and venture investor Sergej Epp to discuss the Cloud-native Security Landscape. Sergej currently serves as the Global CISO and Executive at Cloud Security leader Sysdig and is a Venture Partner at Picus Capital. We will dive into some insights from Sysdig's recent "2025 Cloud-native Security and Usage Report."Big shout out to our episode sponsor, Yubico!Passwords aren't enough. Cyber threats are evolving, and attackers bypass weak authentication every day. YubiKeys provides phishing-resistant security for individuals and businesses—fast, frictionless, and passwordless.Upgrade your security:https://yubico.comSergj and I dove into a lot of great topics related to Cloud-native Security, including:Some of the key trends in the latest Sysdig 2025 Cloud-native Security Report and trends that have stayed consistent YoY. Sergj points out that while attackers have stayed consistent, organizations have and continue to make improvements to their securitySergj elaborated on his current role as Sysdig's internal CISO and his prior role as a field CISO and the differences between the two roles in terms of how you interact with your organization, customers, and the community.We unpacked the need for automated Incident Response, touching on how modern cloud-native attacks can happen in as little as 10 minutes and how organizations can and do struggle without sufficient visibility and the ability to automate their incident response.The report points out that machine identities, or Non-Human Identities (NHI), are 7.5 times riskier than human identities and that there are 40,000 times more of them to manage. This is a massive problem and gap for the industry, and Sergj and I walked through why this is a challenge and its potential risks.Vulnerability prioritization continues to be crucial, with the latest Sysdig report showing that just 6% of vulnerabilities are “in-use”, or reachable. Still, container bloat has ballooned, quintupling in the last year alone. This presents real problems as organizations continue to expand their attack surface with expanded open-source usage but struggle to determine what vulnerabilities truly present risks and need to be addressed.We covered the challenges with compliance, as organizations wrestle with multiple disparate compliance frameworks, and how compliance can drive better security but also can have inverse impacts when written poorly or not keeping pace with technologies and threats.We rounded out the conversation with discussing AI/ML packages and the fact they have grown by 500% when it comes to usage, but organizations have decreased public exposure of AI/ML workloads by 38% since the year prior, showing some improvements are being made to safeguarding AI workloads from risks as well.

Would you leave a stable, high-paying job at Google to build something that competes with NVIDIA, Intel, and AMD? That's exactly what Tim Davis, co-founder and president of Modular, did. Since then, his company has raised $130M to reimagine AI compute infrastructure — but are AI startups really desperate for a new compute layer? And what's it like to build a startup when your biggest competitors are trillion-dollar giants? In this episode of Fund/Build/Scale, Tim shares his vision for the future of AI compute, why talent is the real key to success, and some of the tough lessons he's learned from three startups. RUNTIME 46:27 EPISODE BREAKDOWN (1:26) “We are building a new accelerated execution platform for compute.” (6:41) “ It will exist all over the place and it already does, but AI will be everywhere that compute is.” (11:18) “ You only you only have so much time in a week. What is the thing that you're best at?” (15:13) “ We have decided to start from the hardest part of the software stack.” (22:44) “For the most talented people in the world, the risk is actually not as great as what you think.” (30:24) “ Growing up in Australia, my view of the of the United States was very much driven from the media and from Hollywood.” (33:26) “ I sat in a room for six weeks and just met everyone that I could. And that really was the beginning of a journey to the United States.” (37:48) “ I still think there's a special place in the Bay Area, and in the United States, there is a different risk appetite.” (40:41) The one question Tim would have to ask the CEO before he'd take a job at someone else's early-stage startup. LINKS Tim Davis, co-founder, president timdavis.com Chris Lattner, co-founder, CEO Modular AI startup Modular raises $100 mln in General Catalyst-led funding, 8/24/2023, Reuters  SUBSCRIBE

Ready for warmer weather? Your home's energy needs are about to shift, and we've got you covered with essential tips to make the transition smooth and cost-effective.The winter-to-spring changeover in eastern North Carolina brings unique energy challenges. That's why we invited our energy services representative TJ Smith to share expert advice on preparing your home for the warmer months while keeping your energy bills in check. TJ walks us through the critical importance of spring HVAC maintenance after those brutal 18-degree days we experienced this winter. Just like your car needs regular service, your heating and cooling system requires attention to run efficiently as we switch to cooling mode.We dig into practical strategies that make a real difference, from proper ceiling fan direction settings to the ideal thermostat temperature ranges recommended by the Department of Energy. TJ also explains how your landscaping choices impact energy efficiency, particularly around outdoor HVAC units, and offers money-saving tips for pool owners facing potentially high pump operation costs. And, of course, tune into the end of the episode to catch Watts Happening at your co-op this month. Listen now!Run Time: 12 minutes

Manufacturing efficiency is key, but is there such a thing as the perfect run time? In this episode, we explore why variability in production is inevitable and how shops can optimize processes without chasing an unrealistic ideal.

Journey founder and CEO Stephen Sokoler appeared on Fund/Build/Scale in June 2024 to talk about how his startup pivoted from B2C meditation services to a B2B mental health platform, along with what that shift revealed about selling to enterprise clients. He breaks down the challenges of high customer acquisition costs, the trade-offs of venture capital, and the key lessons founders should know before making a major business model shift. RUNTIME 38:28   EPISODE BREAKDOWN (2:20) Why Stephen decided to found Journey — identifying the need for accessible mental health solutions. (5:07) “We probably had five or six different products that worked and didn't work until we got to where we are today.” Lessons from early iterations and failures. (7:32) Pivoting to B2B “was definitely a safer bet than to continue doing consumer, which just seemed like a dead end.” (9:26) Landing early customers like Warby Parker — how this helped de-risk Journey for enterprise clients. (11:37) Why he sought out venture capital in the company's early days — and what he learned from the process. (13:56) Knowing what he knows now, would he still have pursued VC? (17:11) Reaching product-market fit “changes the fundamentals of the business significantly.” (19:00) “One of our core pillars is that it's a global offering rooted in diversity and inclusion.” (23:17) We think it's really important to make mental health part of the fabric of working at a company, versus a random benefit.” (25:17) The three key data points Journey tracks to measure impact and effectiveness. (28:25) “You can decide: Do you want it to be a lifestyle business? Do you want it to be a unicorn?” (31:49) Work-life balance vs. work-life integration — “I don't like the term ‘work-life balance,' because then it feels like something's always kind of out of whack.” (34:29) How Stephen has learned to manage the mental toll of entrepreneurship. (37:25) “Not every business should be a venture-backed business.” Key insights on whether VC is the right path. LINKS Stephen Sokoler Journey   SUBSCRIBE  

Building a startup in Europe presents a unique set of challenges, like fragmented markets, cultural differences in risk-taking, and a VC ecosystem that's still maturing compared to Silicon Valley. But things are changing fast. For this episode of Fund/Build/Scale, I sat down with Lucile Cornet, partner at Eight Roads, a global VC firm that invests across Europe. We dive into:

Subscribe on Patreon and hear this week's full patron-exclusive episode here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/124065295 Hi listeners — Beatrice and Artie are currently on parental leave. (We were planning to be able to telegraph the announcement more this week, but "baby death panel" had other plans, and came early!). While we're away, we'll still have episodes in the feed, like today's episode; a mix of some old favorites we haven't revisited in a while and some unlocks. We'll be back as soon as it's safe and reasonable for us to do so, because with everything going on right now we want to make sure we're here for everyone. We also want to thank each and every one of you, because without support from our patrons it wouldn't be possible for us to take this kind of time. So if you can, now is a great time to support the show at patreon.com/deathpanelpod — either by becoming a patron or increasing your membership. Original episode description: In today's episode, we survey the extremely messy history that led to the passage of original Medicare, the role private insurers and other industry groups played in its creation, and some of its unintended consequences we live with to this day. Runtime 1:14:40

When you accepted the offer, maybe you imagined being in the group photo when your boss rang the bell at NASDAQ. But five years later, your company just raised its Series C, and an IPO isn't on the horizon. Meanwhile, you need liquidity — whether it's for a down payment on a house, starting a family, or another major life event. The stock options you've earned are fully vested, but they're just sitting there. So how do you turn them into cash? If your company allows it, you can sell your shares to an accredited investor, assuming you can find a buyer who'll meet your price. That's where the secondary market comes in. I spoke with Phil Haslett, founder and Chief Strategy Officer at EquityZen, a platform that helps startup employees sell a portion of their equity to investors looking to get in on high-growth companies before they go public. We took a deep dive into how the secondary market works, its risks and rewards, and how aspiring founders can even use it to bootstrap their own startups. Disclaimer: This interview is for informational purposes only. Nothing Phil says should be interpreted as financial advice. RUNTIME 41:54 EPISODE BREAKDOWN (0:00) I used Descript to create an elaborate cold open for this episode, please listen. (3:19) The specific pain point that led Phil and Atish to start EquityZen. (5:11) “ I've kind of gone through maybe two or three evolutions of the IPO markets since EquityZen started.” (7:57) All things being equal, early-stage tech workers take on more risk than founders or investors. (9:12) Few workers are well-informed about the secondary market, “but it's not their fault.” (11:38) “ At some point, employees start to decide that maybe where they want to work — or maybe where they want to keep working — might be informed a bit by what they can or can't do with their equity.” (13:06) Should we keep the traditional four-year vesting schedule, or scrap it for something new? (14:14) Typical reasons why sellers turn to the secondary market. (16:25) EquityZen's typical selling size and average investment size, as of November 2024. (18:52) ” You're probably not gonna get a billion-dollar valuation for your shares purely based on structure alone.” (20:45) Keep close track of your equity, especially if you think you're going to be laid off. (22:20) Consult a financial services professional before you start the process. (24:16) “ The first steps are kind of just also learning if you can sell your shares.” (27:04) “ The company that you held shares in, if it went to zero: would you regret that you didn't sell?” (30:10) A framework for figuring out whether the secondary market is worth the time and trouble. (33:25) Offer your employees liquidity without jeopardizing morale or financial stability. (36:27) Phil's founder pitch: “ We're gonna support you all along the way. We can help you with liquidity in the future.” (39:16) Tips for approaching your CEO to ask about liquidity options. LINKS Phil Haslett, co-founder/Chief Strategy Officer Atish Davda, co-founder/CEO EquityZen Descript stock library: Music: She Was In Hawaii (Lap Steel) SFX: Bar Background Ambience 01 SFX: Ocean Waves Crashing Ambience SUBSCRIBE

In an effort to bring Ukraine to the negotiating table, America has paused military help to the war-torn country. What will this mean on the ground? Our correspondent explores a new cryptocurrency craze, visiting Turkey's bazaars to meet people trading goods using stablecoins (9:43). And why the Louvre is staging its first fashion gala (16:00). Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—Subscribe to Economist Podcasts+For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account. Runtime: 22 min Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In an effort to bring Ukraine to the negotiating table, America has paused military help to the war-torn country. What will this mean on the ground? Our correspondent explores a new cryptocurrency craze, visiting Turkey's bazaars to meet people trading goods using stablecoins (9:43). And why the Louvre is staging its first fashion gala (16:00). Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—Subscribe to Economist Podcasts+For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account. Runtime: 22 min

In this episode, Tor and Romain chat with Leland and Chuck from the Compose team about performance -- recent optimizations, upcoming optimizations, and challenges. Leland: @intelligibabble.bsky.social Chuck: @chuckjaz.bsky.social Tor: @tornorbye.bsky.social Romain: @romainguy, @romainguy.dev, romainguy@androiddev.social Catch videos on YouTube → https://goo.gle/adb-podcast   Subscribe to Android Developers  → https://goo.gle/AndroidDevs  #Featured #Compose #AndroidDevelopersBackstage   

Do you want to know the difference between marketing and PR? Marketing is when you say something nice about yourself; PR is when other people say nice things about you. Jenna Guarneri is the founder of JMG Public Relations and author of the bestseller "You Need PR." In this episode, she shares DIY PR tactics that help founders establish themselves as experts, attract customers, and raise their profile with investors — without spending a fortune on an agency. If you've ever wondered why reporters never get back to you, we cover that, too. Key takeaways from this episode: ✅ Why PR comes before PMF in the startup playbook ✅ The biggest PR misconceptions founders have (and how to avoid them) ✅ How to craft a media pitch that actually gets responses ✅ DIY PR strategies for building credibility before you hire a firm ✅ The right way to engage with journalists without being ignored ✅ How PR can help secure funding and drive startup growth If you're trying to take control of your PR strategy and attract positive attention, listen in. RUNTIME 31:28 EPISODE BREAKDOWN (1:52) How Jenna sets client expectations on what PR can and cannot accomplish. (5:14) Key signals that indicate an early-stage startup is ready to hire outside PR. (6:41) “The founders usually are amenable to PR and doing media interviews. It kind of comes with the territory of being a founder.” (7:59) How to get started with DIY PR by sharing thought leadership that creates value. (11:35) “PR should be done at the very beginning, right from the very start.” (12:20) The right way for stealth startups to approach PR. (13:02) The top reasons why reporters ignore pitches — and how to avoid them. (15:21) Crafting a news hook that genuinely engages journalists. (17:33) How your world changes when PR starts working. (18:50) “Effective public relations will drive the business in a number of ways.” (20:50) How to interview and vet a PR firm before making a commitment. (22:46) PR is a long game: “We can't work miracles in three months.” (25:22) Why using ChatGPT to pitch reporters is a terrible idea. (27:42) “Content creation does take a lot of time, a lot of energy, but it goes a long way really quickly for brand awareness.” (30:14) The one question Jenna would have to ask before hiring a PR firm. LINKS Jenna Guarneri JMG Public Relations You Need PR SUBSCRIBE

"Unmasking Treason & Triggering the Lazy: Bongino's FBI Role, DOGE Shake-Up, and Drag Queen Confessions" MG Show Episode – February 25, 2025 Hosted by Jeff and Shady In this explosive episode, Jeff and Shady dive into the latest hot topics shaking up the political and cultural landscape. The duo kicks off with a deep dive into Dan Bongino's new role at the FBI, unpacking the tension between personal issues and professional respect while adopting a wait-and-see stance on his next moves. Meanwhile, DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency) stirs the pot with a bold question: “What do you do here?”—a challenge that's rattling bureaucrats and sparking debate. Jesse Watters takes center stage as we air his fiery segment on DOGE's latest move: a “What did you get done this week?” email demanding staff list five accomplishments. Jeff and Shady break it down, exploring how this simple question is triggering the left and exposing the lazy. The stakes get higher as the spoiled, entitled intelligence community threatens to leak state secrets to Russia if President Trump doesn't play nice—pushing treason into the public spotlight. DOGE's investigations and referrals to top law enforcement and Congress are peeling back layers of generational fraud that's drained America's wealth into a hidden machine. The hosts also spotlight a jaw-dropping “Why do you want to be a drag dancer?” segment, featuring a drag queen's candid admission about the perverse push to expose kids to their culture. Plus, Alina Habba joins FOX to explain DOGE's mission—we play the clip and weigh in with sharp commentary. Expect more hard-hitting insights and unfiltered takes as Jeff and Shady connect the dots on today's biggest stories. Tune in for a rollercoaster of truth, outrage, and revelations—you won't want to miss this one! Keywords: Dan Bongino, FBI, DOGE, government efficiency, Jesse Watters, intelligence community, treason, President Trump, fraud, drag queen culture, Alina Habba, corruption, accountability, state secrets, political commentary Runtime: 2 hr 0,min Subscribe now and join Jeff and Shady as they expose the hidden truths shaping our world—live weekdays at https://rumble.com/mgshow | 12:05p EST! GO SEE DR KIRK! https://mgshow.link/kepm

What Is This Episode - Top of Show WELCOME SCOTT FEINBERG OF THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER! . THE FEINBERG FINAL W/ SCOTT FEINBERG!: Who's Scott's Best Picture Winner? - 3:11 How Scott Forecasts in Feinberg + The Role of SAG This Year - 10:40 So Lead Actress Will Be…?? - 16:40 . What Happened at DGA, and The Brutalist's Burden - 20:43 Why This Year's Ratings Will Dive - 24:40 . How Netflix Didn't Guard Against The Emilia Perez Debacle - 27:08 And Gascon's Plans to Attend Sunday - 31:50 . Post Fires, The “Weirdness” of Hollywood- 34:35 Controversy-less Conan - 38:10 So Just How Much Did The Brutalist's Controversy Matter? - 41:31 . Awards Chatter's Format + Working in the Music - 44:40 Story vs Run Time - 51:47 . Did Dune 2 Hurt Its Awards Chances by Announcing Dune 3? - 54:36 Why Aren't More Animated Movies In Best Picture? - 56:13 Which Win or Loss is the Biggest Indicator For BP Sunday? - 57:32 Can This Year's Show Be Without Controversy? - 1:01:15 . Where to Find Jazz's Work - 1:03:22 . . WHAT'S NEXT/LEAVE US 5 STARS/WORDS OF WISDOM - 1:05:20

In episode 1804, Jack and guest co-host Andrew Ti are joined by poet, lawyer, and co-founder and Executive Director of Partners for Justice, Emily Galvin-Almanza, to discuss… Executive Orders: Now That They Seem to Run the US… How Do Those Work? NYTimes Trying to Manufacture Consent for Trump Policies? Kroger X Microsoft Collab To Make Surge Pricing Groceries A Thing, A Connecticut Bill Would Force Movie Theaters To Admit When The Movie Actually Starts and more! NYTimes Trying to Manufacture Consent for Trump Policies? Support for Trump’s Policies Exceeds Support for Trump A Connecticut Bill Would Force Movie Theaters To Admit When The Movie Actually Starts When does a movie really start? Connecticut official wants theaters to post accurate times ‘Star Wars: The Phantom Menace’ Introduced Trailer Culture 20 Years Ago LISTEN: wiggy by Young Miko L.A. Wildfire Relief: DONATE: Support the Kaller/Gray Family's Recovery Zeitgang Lightsaber Auction and Fundraiser Displaced Black Families GoFund Me Directory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.