Podcasts about Supra

What happens when everyone can build, but no one breaks through the noise?In this episode of Supra Insider, Ben Erez sits down with Elan Miller, founder and CEO of branding and design studio Off-Menu, for the podcast's first live in-person recording. Elan unpacks why this moment is uniquely challenging for brand storytelling—AI has made it easier than ever to build and ship products, but harder than ever to get people to care. He explains how the standard tech playbook (great product + clever go-to-market) no longer works when 10 competitors can copy you within a month, and why honorable points of view are the only sustainable moat.They explore Anthropic's Keep Thinking campaign and Super Bowl ads as a masterclass in positioning against OpenAI, discuss why successful positioning must repel people as much as it resonates, and unpack the Granola rebrand (including Ben's honest reaction as a customer). Elan shares why most rebrands fail (visual makeover without moving anything forward), the different reasons companies should rebrand (talent attraction, internal alignment, crossing the chasm), and his process for finding the “holy s**t insight” that makes people feel seen. Plus, how he's building AI tools that turn brand strategy into practical inputs for higher-quality outputs, and why strong point of view is the antidote to slop.If you're building in a crowded space and struggling to stand out, wondering whether a rebrand is the right move, or trying to articulate what makes you different in a way that actually resonates—this episode is for you.All episodes of the podcast are also available on Spotify, Apple and YouTube.New to the pod? Subscribe below to get the next episode in your inbox

What if your computer didn't need a screen in front of you to get work done? That's the shift Ben Guo, co-founder of Zo, is building toward, and this conversation gets into the specifics of what that actually looks like day to day.In this episode of Supra Insider, Marc Baselga and Ben Erez sit down with Ben Guo to explore Zo: a personal cloud computer with built-in AI agents, file storage, scheduled tasks, and the ability to receive commands over text or email. Together, they unpack how Zo differs from the OpenClaw movement and why Ben thinks the personal cloud becomes a device category everyone eventually owns.The conversation goes deep on how the Zo team actually builds software: writing AI-generated markdown plans before touching any code, reviewing those plans as GitHub PRs, and largely abandoning the traditional to-do backlog in favor of just prompting something and letting it run. They also get into the real overhead that comes with this new way of working, including context management, delegation judgment, and figuring out what belongs where.All episodes of the podcast are also available on Spotify, Apple and YouTube.New to the pod? Subscribe below to get the next episode in your inbox

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What does it take to go from “1 out of 10 chance we hit 100 episodes” to actually getting there?In this special milestone episode, Marc Baselga and Ben Erez reflect on reaching 100 episodes of Supra Insider. They share the raw truth about early imposter syndrome—having a Google Doc with pre-written questions, worrying about sounding stupid, focusing more on optics than enjoyment. They discuss the key turning points that made the podcast sustainable: bringing in an editor (reducing their workload from 6-8 hours per week to just recording), stopping the intro recordings, and setting fixed “sacred” time slots that never move.They explore what they've learned about guest selection (intuition-based, not heavily strategic), the tension between timeless vs. timely content, and what successful podcasts have in common—regardless of format. Whether it's Acquired (catalog value, timeless deep dives) or TBPN (daily, day-of relevant), the common thread is two co-hosts who genuinely enjoy each other, are obsessed with making it better over time, stay authentic, and avoid inorganic pressures that force the show to be something it isn't.If you're thinking about starting a podcast, struggling to make one sustainable, or wondering how to build something meaningful that fits your life—this episode is for you.All episodes of the podcast are also available on Spotify, Apple and YouTube.New to the pod? Subscribe below to get the next episode in your inbox

Send a textIn this episode of the Right Hand Drive Guys Podcast, we take a look at the cars that officially became federally legal in 2026 under the 25-year import rule — including icons like the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VII and the Honda Integra Type R (DC5).While these cars are still exciting additions for enthusiasts, this new class of imports raises a bigger question: are we reaching the end of the JDM golden era? Compared to the flood of legendary cars that became legal over the past decade — R32s, Supras, FD RX-7s, and eventually the R34 — the pipeline of truly must-have JDM cars seems to be slowing down.We discuss what makes the Evo 7 and DC5 special, why the early-2000s era feels different from the 90s boom, and whether the future of importing will ever match the excitement of the golden years. Is the best behind us, or are there still hidden gems waiting their turn?

The Full Circle Garage guys join us to talk about how they built a massive community focused on fast cars, family, and truly living like the fast and the furious. Take your build up a whole new level with 6XD Gearbox: https://6xdgearbox.com Code "Minnoxide5" for 5% off High Performance Academy: https://hpcdmy.co/Minnoxide Use code "MINNOX" for 55% off ANY course Use Code "MINVIP" for $300 of the MINVIP Package Tuned By Shawn: https://www.tunedbyshawn.com Code "Minnoxide" for 5% off! Ship With Sure Thing Logistics: https://www.surethinglogistics.net MORE BIGGER Turbo T-Shirts:  https://www.minnoxide.com/products/more-bigger-t-shirt 00:00:00 Intro 00:07:48 How Full Circle Garage Started (The Viral Porsche Story) 00:15:37 Fast & Furious, DSMs, and the Early Car Meet Era 00:23:26 Meeting Wives Through Car Culture 00:39:03 Buying the Dream Evo After 14 Years 00:46:52 The First Cars in the Collection 00:54:41 Turning a Car Page Into a Real Business 01:10:18 Growing The Car Collection (GTR, Supra, Viper,) 01:25:56 Involving Family in the Car World 01:33:45 The Vision for Full Circle Garage 01:41:33 Building a Brand Around Cars and Community 01:49:22 Racing Plans and Future Projects 01:57:11 Lessons From Business, Cars, and Life

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The Ball is Round welcomed Nick Razzaghi, the inaugural head coach of FC Supra du Quebec, for an in-depth conversation about his journey in coaching, the influences that shaped his philosophy, and his vision for the club's debut season in the Canadian Premier League.Your amazing support lets us do what we do! Join our Patreon for new and exclusive content!! https://linktr.ee/theballisroundmontreal

What does it take to go from zero tech experience to founding PM at a cybersecurity startup in three years?In this episode of Supra Insider, Marc Baselga and Ben Erez sit down with Yaniv Fatal, founding product manager at Blast Security, to unpack his remarkable journey from elite Israeli Air Force pilot to tech. After 13 years in the military and zero technical background, Yaniv failed 20+ interviews before landing at Wiz (later acquired by Google for $32B). He shares how he applied pilot debriefing methodology to each rejection, learned cloud security from absolute zero in weeks, and built credibility through relentless questioning and delivering results nobody else could.They explore Yaniv's philosophy on learning: mastering fundamentals first (no shortcuts), being comfortable asking “dumb questions,” and the belief that you don't really understand something until you can teach it. Plus, his approach to long-term goal setting—he and his wife keep a notebook with goals for where they want to be at age 45, including his aim to be CEO or C-level, which drives every decision he makes today. And why product management is his chosen path to that goal, inspired by the fact that CEOs of Google and Microsoft were all PMs first.If you're considering a major career transition, struggling with imposter syndrome while learning something completely new, or trying to figure out how to set goals that actually drive your daily decisions—this episode is for you.All episodes of the podcast are also available on Spotify, Apple and YouTube.New to the pod? Subscribe below to get the next episode in your inbox

00:01 Prologue02:53 Jingle03:31 Entrevue Rocco Placentino du FC Supra33:51 Défaite 5-0 face à San Diego58:20 Antoine Griezmann vers la MLSDans cet épisode du podcast CCPP, on reçoit Rocco Placentino du FC Supra pour une entrevue à un mois du début de la saison inaugurale en Première Ligue canadienne (CPL). Où en est réellement le projet ? Le club est-il prêt pour le saut dans le soccer professionnel canadien ?On parle d'abord de l'exposure international du FC Supra, avec des mentions médiatiques majeures à la BBC, à The Guardian, à Globo et à Diário AS. Comment un nouveau club québécois réussit-il déjà à attirer l'attention en Europe et en Amérique du Sud? Est-ce un effet de nouveauté ou le signe d'un projet structuré et ambitieux?On aborde aussi l'arrivée prochaine d'une expérience CPL au sein du staff, un élément clé pour naviguer la réalité de la ligue, comprendre le calendrier, le recrutement et la gestion d'effectif dans un contexte canadien. La discussion dérive naturellement vers la concurrence entre la NCAA et la CPL : est-ce que la ligue canadienne peut vraiment devenir une alternative crédible au parcours universitaire américain pour les jeunes talents québécois?Autre point central : les liens de partenariats entre le FC Supra et les clubs amateurs du Québec. Est-ce qu'on parle d'un vrai réseau de développement local ou d'un simple branding stratégique? Et surtout, on pose la question que plusieurs se posent en coulisses : l'avenir financier de la concession. Modèle durable ou pari risqué?En deuxième partie, on revient sur la lourde défaite du premier match du CF Montréal qui ramène plusieurs observateurs exactement au même point qu'à la fin de la saison 2025.Le pressing individuel partout sur le terrain soulève des inquiétudes chez les partisans et dans les médias. Est-ce une identité forte ou une vulnérabilité tactique qui pourrait coûter cher en MLS?On ouvre aussi la discussion sur la rumeur entourant une possible arrivée d'Antoine Griezmann en Major League Soccer. Pendant que certains marchés rêvent de grands noms, Montréal peut-il encore aspirer à attirer ce type de joueur vedette dans le futur?—

What if the biggest barrier to learning AI isn't the tools—it's how we approach learning itself?In this episode of Supra Insider, Marc Baselga and Ben Erez sit down with Gagan Biyani, CEO and co-founder of Maven, to unpack why this moment is critical for mid-career professionals to prioritize self-learning. Gagan shares lessons from running a cohort-based learning platform and conducting 30-50 interviews with companies struggling to adopt AI. He explains why AI is like witnessing the internet as a child—you can't afford not to learn it—and why building the learning habit matters more than what you learn first.They explore the five problems companies face with AI education: trying to generalize training when every role needs different tools, listening to tinkerers instead of bridge adopters, and delegating to chiefs of staff instead of having C-level sponsors run the trainings. Gagan shares Maven's own journey—why their design team needed to rebuild the design system before AI could be useful, how they're changing team ratios from 3-4 engineers per designer to just 2, and why social media is terrible for learning anything that requires weeks of dedication.If you're a mid-career professional feeling overwhelmed by AI, a leader trying to build a culture of self-learning at your company, or wondering how to actually integrate AI into your workflows—this episode is for you.All episodes of the podcast are also available on Spotify, Apple and YouTube.New to the pod? Subscribe below to get the next episode in your inbox

Send a textIn this episode of the Right Hand Drive Guys Podcast, we sit down with Juan Chavez from Central Florida — a dedicated Skyline owner whose R33 GT-R is the definition of precision and patience.Juan is known for his next-level attention to detail, carefully curating and sourcing some of the rarest parts available for the R33 platform. This isn't a rushed build or a trend-driven project — it's a long-term vision brought to life through research, relationships, and relentless standards.We talk about what drives him to chase authenticity, how he tracks down hard-to-find components, and why details most people overlook are the ones that matter most. It's a conversation about doing things the right way — even when it takes longer and costs more.

What if the best way to lead product is to build it yourself first?In this episode of Supra Insider, Marc Baselga and Ben Erez sit down with Chase Schwalbach, SVP of Product and Technology at Millie, to unpack a radically different approach to product leadership. Despite his title, Chase spent months as an IC, rolling up his sleeves to build healthcare infrastructure, teach himself AI eval systems, and ship a sophisticated patient chatbot, all before bringing his team in. He explains why shielding the team from early-stage messiness, moving at speed, and feeling the pain yourself leads to better products.They explore how Chase built a team of AI agents (supervisor + specialized sub-agents) from scratch, why treating prompts like deterministic code requires extreme precision, and how he taught himself evals through pure iteration. Plus, the converging worlds of PM and engineering, why technical PMs and product-minded engineers are becoming the same role, why handoffs kill velocity in an AI-native world, and what “context engineering” actually means when your codebase needs to work for both humans and AI agents.If you're a product leader wondering whether to get more hands-on, an engineer considering the jump to PM (or vice versa), or building AI systems in regulated industries like healthcare, this episode is for you.All episodes of the podcast are also available on Spotify, Apple and YouTube.New to the pod? Subscribe below to get the next episode in your inbox

What if the best product decision is saying “no” to what everyone else is building?In this episode of Supra Insider, Marc Baselga and Ben Erez sit down with Alexander Danilowicz, founder and CEO of Magic Patterns, to unpack why his AI prototyping tool is the only one refusing to add backend features—even when competitors like Lovable, Bolt, and v0 are racing in that direction. Alex explains how focusing exclusively on front-end code leads to higher quality prototyping, why many use cases don't actually need a database, and how product teams at large companies can't risk connecting production data to prototyping tools anyway.They explore what it takes to maintain conviction when investors, customers, and the entire market seem to be moving the opposite way. Alex shares how using your own product daily keeps you honest about what's actually broken, why real user feedback looks different from “fake” feature requests (like “add dark mode”), and how a strong co-founding relationship helps you resist temptation when external pressure mounts.If you're a product leader wrestling with feature requests that don't align with your vision, trying to figure out when to follow the market versus when to trust your gut, or building tools in the AI coding space, this episode is for you.All episodes of the podcast are also available on Spotify, Apple and YouTube.New to the pod? Subscribe below to get the next episode in your inbox

Larry Prebis of Sound Performance joins us to talk about a variety of topics regarding the Supra, how Sound Performance got to where it is today especially in the import scene, and why the focus is primarily around street cars. Take your build up a whole new level with 6XD Gearbox: https://6xdgearbox.com Code "Minnoxide5" for 5% off High Performance Academy: https://hpcdmy.co/Minnoxide Use code "MINNOX" for 55% off ANY course Use Code "MINVIP" for $300 of the MINVIP Package Tuned By Shawn: https://www.tunedbyshawn.com Code "Minnoxide" for 5% off! Ship With Sure Thing Logistics: https://www.surethinglogistics.net MORE BIGGER Turbo T-Shirts:  https://www.minnoxide.com/products/more-bigger-t-shirt  

What if the thing holding you back from building a public presence is exactly what would make you stand out?In this episode of Supra Insider, Marc Baselga and Ben Erez sit down with Mallory Contois, VP of Growth at Maven, to unpack why this is the perfect moment for product leaders to start sharing publicly—even if they don't feel polished, interesting, or like they have it all figured out. Mallory explains how we're leaving the era of glossy, aspirational influencer content and entering one where audiences crave authenticity, relatability, and actionable takeaways.They tackle the three biggest mindsets that hold people back: the “influencer hater” who rejects performative content, the person who doesn't think they're interesting enough, and the professional who believes their work should speak for itself. Mallory breaks down why good work alone isn't enough, why consistency beats virality, and how to find your authentic voice without trying to game algorithms or chase trends.If you're a product leader who's been holding back from sharing publicly, wondering whether anyone would find your perspective valuable, or questioning whether personal branding is worth the effort—this episode is for you.All episodes of the podcast are also available on Spotify, Apple and YouTube.New to the pod? Subscribe below to get the next episode in your inbox

Send us a textIn this episode of the Right Hand Drive Guys Podcast, we step away from cars for a minute and dig into the tool world — and how dramatically the landscape has changed over the last 20 years. What used to be locked behind tool trucks and professional shops is now widely available to everyday enthusiasts, DIYers, and home-garage builders.We talk about legacy brands like Snap-on, MAC Tools, Cornwell Tools, and Craftsman, along with Japanese favorites like TONE. We compare quality, price, accessibility, and how social media, online retail, and global manufacturing have reshaped what it means to build a serious toolbox today.From tool-truck loyalty to modern consumer access, this episode is about how the barrier to entry has changed — and what actually matters when choosing tools in 2025.

Rocco Placentino sat down with TBIR to talk about his past, present, and future with the Canadian Premier League's newest team, FC Supra du Quebec!Your amazing support lets us do what we do! Join our Patreon for new and exclusive content!! https://linktr.ee/theballisroundmontreal

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What if AI didn't just give you answers—but helped you understand how the best operators actually think?In this episode of Supra Insider, Marc Baselga and Ben Erez sit down with Casey Winters, former growth leader at Pinterest and Eventbrite, to unpack why he's building SuperMe, an AI-native professional network designed around perspective, not content or virality.Casey shares why meaningful expertise has disappeared from public platforms, how knowledge has moved into private networks, and why most AI tools miss the thing people actually want: judgment. The conversation explores how AI can responsibly capture a person's thinking from real artifacts (conversations, writing, podcasts), how trust and consent must be designed into these systems, and why scaling access to expertise doesn't mean replacing humans.They also dive into mentorship, career leverage, and why peer learning often matters more than traditional top-down advice. If you're a founder, operator, or product leader thinking deeply about AI, knowledge-sharing, and the future of professional networks, this episode offers a thoughtful and opinionated look at what comes next.Big thanks to Adam Fishman for introducing us to Casey!All episodes of the podcast are also available on Spotify, Apple and YouTube.New to the pod? Subscribe below to get the next episode in your inbox

Send us a textIn this episode of the Right Hand Drive Guys Podcast, we sit down with John Macdonald from Florida — the man who took a humble R32 GT-R and completely transformed it into a purpose-built drag car in his own garage. No big shop. No shortcuts. Just skill, patience, and an obsession with getting it right.John walks us through the full build process, the challenges of restoring and modifying a GT-R at home, and what it took to bring this car from vision to reality. The payoff? The car was officially unveiled at GT-R Festival in Ennis, Texas, where it didn't just turn heads — it took home Best of Show.This episode is all about grassroots passion, hands-on craftsmanship, and proving that some of the wildest builds still come out of home garages.

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Switching into product can feel like a one-way door, especially if you're already successful in another function. But for Michael, the path from product marketing to product management wasn't a leap of faith, it was a series of low-risk experiments, relationship-driven conversations, and intentional “spikes” he could bring to the PM role.In this episode of Supra Insider, Marc Baselga and Ben Erez sit down with Michael Chen (former PMM at LinkedIn, Slack, and Asana; now a PM at DoorDash) to break down exactly how he made the transition from marketing into product, and what made it work. They unpack the fears people don't say out loud (title cuts, failing publicly, losing social capital), why internal moves are often more about timing + business need than a single ask, and how to frame the whole process as an exploration rather than a high-stakes bet.Michael also shares how his go-to-market and storytelling background has become a real product advantage, especially in areas like pricing & packaging, subscription tiers, and helping customers “see and believe” the value before they ever click buy. If you're a PMM, marketer, or operator who wants to become a builder, or a PM who wants stronger GTM instincts - this episode is a practical blueprint.All episodes of the podcast are also available on Spotify, Apple and YouTube.New to the pod? Subscribe below to get the next episode in your inbox

Send us a textIn this episode of the Right Hand Drive Guys Podcast, we tackle a hard but important topic in the JDM world — cars getting crashed and permanently removed from an already shrinking pool. As these vehicles age and values climb, every loss hits harder, especially when we're talking about limited-production legends.We dive into the recent R's Day crash that left a rare R34 GT-R heavily damaged in the rear, sparking big conversations across the community. We talk about what these incidents mean for overall production numbers, future values, restorability, and the responsibility that comes with driving historically important cars.This episode isn't about blame — it's about reality. Preservation vs. use, driving vs. protecting, and how each crash subtly reshapes the future of JDM culture.

The GoGaddis Real Estate Radio Show with Cleveland (Cleve) Gaddis | Listener Q&A / Real Questions Presented by Modern Traditional Realty Group www.moderntraditionsrealty.com In this episode of The Go Gaddis Real Estate Radio Show, we take a nostalgic look back at how the real estate industry functioned before the digital revolution. While today's market moves at the speed of an app notification, there was a time when the process required giant physical books, hand-delivered keys, and a lot more mileage. We explore how these "old school" traditions paved the way for the modern innovations we use today in the Atlanta Metro Area. Life Before the Digital MLS We answer a fascinating listener question: How did agents manage showings and listings 20+ years ago without digital tools? We dive into the workflow of the past to show just how far the industry has come: The Giant MLS Books: Before the internet, agents received massive, phone-book-style MLS volumes every few weeks to see what was for sale. Key Logisitics: There were no electronic Supra boxes; agents often had to drive across town to a broker's office just to pick up a physical key for a showing. The Human Element: Without instant data, the success of a transaction relied heavily on personal networks and manual coordination between offices. Understanding the evolution of the real estate process solves the problem of "tech fatigue." By appreciating how much more efficient, transparent, and accessible home buying has become, you can better leverage modern tools—like digital MLS access—to find your dream home faster than ever before. Listen now to hear the full story of Atlanta's real estate evolution. The insights shared on the show reflect the same guidance provided daily by Modern Traditional Realty Group. If you'd like a no-pressure conversation about your home's value, equity position, or the right timing for your next move, visit ModernTraditionalRealty.com or to connect with Cleve and submit questions for future segments, visit GoGaddisRadio.com. Listen now for clarity, confidence, and perspective around your biggest investment.

What is the role of education when AI can explain, generate, and tutor instantly, and what does that mean for how we learn, teach, and evaluate understanding?In this episode of Supra Insider, Marc Baselga and Ben Erez sit down with Stephen Cognetta to explore how education is evolving in the age of AI, and why many existing learning models are fundamentally misaligned with how people actually develop understanding. The conversation challenges long-held assumptions about credentials, classrooms, and expertise, and digs into what truly matters when information becomes abundant and cheap.Stephen shares perspectives on how learning really happens, why traditional institutions struggle to adapt, and how AI changes the value of memorization versus intuition, judgment, and synthesis. They discuss the tension between structured education and self-directed learning, how product thinking applies to education systems, and why curiosity and experimentation matter more than polished answers.This episode is especially relevant for product leaders, builders, and operators who care about learning, not just as students, but as designers of systems that help people grow. It offers a thoughtful look at how AI reshapes education, careers, and what it means to be “qualified” in the future.All episodes of the podcast are also available on Spotify, Apple and YouTube.New to the pod? Subscribe below to get the next episode in your inbox

No episódio de hoje do Check-up Semanal, o Dr. Ronaldo Gismondi, editor-chefe médico do Portal Afya e do Whitebook, comenta os principais destaques recentes em Cardiologia publicados no Portal Afya, reunindo as evidências mais relevantes para a prática clínica atual.Artigos mencionados:• Angioplastia imediata vs. estagiada de lesões não culpadas no IAM com supra de ST• Eficácia e segurança da continuidade da anticoagulação no periprocedimento da TAVI• Colchicina na prevenção de eventos cardiovasculares: o que dizem as evidências?• Deficiência de ferro na insuficiência cardíaca: qual o melhor parâmetro prognóstico?• Eficácia do atenolol no tratamento anti-hipertensivo: novos dados brasileiros

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Send us a textIn this episode of the Right Hand Drive Guys Podcast, we sit down with Michael Forde to talk about what it really means to go all in on a dream car. Michael owns an R34 GT-R that has been completely refreshed by U.P. Garage, including the legendary HKS 2.8-liter engine — a setup that sits at the very top of the Skyline food chain.Based in Orlando, Michael breaks down the local car scene, what it's like owning a high-level GT-R in Florida, and the sacrifices he made to make it happen — including selling his house to fund the car and its modifications. Michael also got to drive his R34 extensively in Japan before importing it, building a real connection with the car long before it ever became legal in the U.S. His story mirrors the passion, patience, and obsession that define true RHD culture.

For our first ep of season ‘26 Rusty catches up with Supercars rising star Ryan Wood in the paddock at Hampton Downs. ‘Woody’ is stepping into an open wheeler over summer and we caught up with him on the eve of round 1 of the Toyota series that’s now badged CTFROT. There is a seriously impressive line-up here trying to follow in the footsteps of Arvid Lindblad who won the title last year on the way to a full time drive in Formula 1. (You can find Arvid’s shortcast ep in our library). The new F1 champ Lando Norris is another former graduate of this series.How Ryan is coping with the different demands of open wheel racing and how the MTEC crew wisely includes some of his colleagues from the Walkinshaw Supercars squad.Plus some thoughts on the new Supra he’ll race in the Supercars Championship this year and the ways Kiwi legend Greg Murphy helps him as he continues to climb the ladder.Head to Rusty's Facebook, Twitter or Instagram and give us your feedback and let us know who you want to hear from on Rusty's GarageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What actually makes a startup defensible anymore, especially when anyone can build a product overnight with AI?In this episode of Supra Insider, Marc Baselga and Ben Erez sit down with Itamar Novick, founder of Recursive Ventures and longtime operator-turned-investor, to unpack how moats are changing in the AI era and what founders (and senior product leaders) need to internalize if they want to build enduring companies.Itamar draws from over 25 years across product leadership, company-building, and early-stage investing to explain why defensibility matters earlier than most founders think, how traditional moats (marketplaces, SaaS velocity, network effects) still apply, and why AI radically compresses time-to-competition. He breaks down how Recursive Ventures evaluates teams, TAM, and moats at the pre-seed stage, why velocity has become a core signal, and how the venture model itself is being reshaped by smaller teams, faster execution, and lower capital requirements.The conversation also goes deep on founder decision-making: how to choose early investors, why community itself can be a moat, what good vs bad VCs look like when companies fail, and why product leaders should seriously consider jumping into AI-native environments, even if it means a short-term step down.If you're a product leader thinking about founding a company, advising startups, or staying relevant in the next decade, this episode offers a clear, opinionated framework for navigating what's changed and what still matters.All episodes of the podcast are also available on Spotify, Apple and YouTube.New to the pod? Subscribe below to get the next episode in your inbox

Send us a textThis is the episode years in the making. In this installment of the Right Hand Drive Guys Podcast, we tell the full story of finally receiving the R34 GT-R I bought three years ago and stored in Japan until it became federally legal.Over that time, I traveled to Japan six different times, driving the car the way it was meant to be driven and putting over 13,000 kilometers on it overseas — learning the car, bonding with it, and experiencing it in its natural environment before it ever touched U.S. soil.Now, the wait is over. The paperwork is done, the car is legal, and the R34 has officially made it home to Maine. We talk about the emotional side of the wait, what it's like to own a dream car before you can import it, and why the journey mattered just as much as the destination.

Most candidates treat recruiter calls like a box-checking step. But the candidates who consistently land offers treat recruiters like strategic partners - and use them to get real leverage throughout the process.In this episode of Supra Insider, Marc Baselga and Ben Erez sit down with our repeat guest, Anneli Scopazzi (Boulevard Talent; former recruiting leader across Palantir, Figma, and Notion) to break down what recruiters are actually incentivized by, what they're looking for in the recruiter screen, and how candidates can use recruiters to prepare more intelligently and avoid preventable missteps.They cover the difference between internal recruiters and agency recruiters, what gets candidates filtered out early, how to ask for “prep” without sounding insecure, what to do when a company refuses to share details, and how to handle compensation conversations without accidentally anchoring yourself into a worse outcome. They also discuss when to save sensitive questions for the offer stage, and how recruiters influence the process behind the scenes (feedback, debriefs, and closing).If you're interviewing in today's competitive market, especially for product roles, this episode gives you a tactical playbook for turning recruiters into an advantage instead of an afterthought. All episodes of the podcast are also available on Spotify, Apple and YouTube.New to the pod? Subscribe below to get the next episode in your inbox

Send us a textIn this episode of the Right Hand Drive Guys Podcast, we go behind the scenes with Alvin Miles Jr. from Toprank Importers — a name synonymous with being the go-to source for importing JDM cars into the U.S.This one is extra special and completely real-time: Alvin literally loads my car onto the trailer live during the episode, walking us through the process and giving insight into what actually goes on behind the scenes when a JDM car makes its journey stateside.We also get an unforgettable tour of an ultra-rare Nismo R34 GT-R CRS, breaking down what makes it so special, why cars like this represent the peak of Skyline evolution, and how Toprank continues to set the standard in the import world.From logistics and trust to passion and preservation, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who's ever dreamed of importing their own JDM legend.

What does it take to build products that feel thoughtful, emotionally resonant, and unmistakably high-quality, especially inside a company that ships fast and experiments constantly?In this episode of Supra Insider, Marc and Ben sit down with Nickey Skarstad, Director of Product at Duolingo, to unpack how one of the world's most beloved consumer apps maintains its bar for craft, clarity, and delight while operating at massive scale. Nickey shares how Duolingo operationalizes quality across teams, how they dogfood relentlessly, and why “unreasonable hospitality” applies just as much to software as it does to service.She also shares the internal rituals Duolingo uses - like their “hot trash” Friday forum for sharing early experiments, and how these lightweight mechanisms help PMs, designers, and engineers learn from each other. Nickey walks through Duolingo's product review process, how senior leaders give feedback, and how the company ensures teams move quickly without shipping work that falls below their quality standards.Whether you're a PM trying to strengthen your intuition, a design-driven leader aiming for higher quality bars, or a product builder exploring how AI should (and shouldn't) fit into your workflow, this episode is full of concrete lessons you can use immediately.All episodes of the podcast are also available on Spotify, Apple and YouTube.New to the pod? Subscribe below to get the next episode in your inbox

Send us a textIn this episode of the Right Hand Drive Guys Podcast, we break down a packed trip to Florida that hit every level of the JDM bucket list. From pulling up to Orlando Cars & Coffee to getting an unforgettable ride in a U.P. Garage–built R34 GT-R, this trip delivered nonstop highlights.We also take you inside HD Werks for a full shop tour, talking builds, craftsmanship, and what it's like to see top-tier Skylines being worked on up close. Between the cars, the people, and the behind-the-scenes access, this episode is all about experiencing JDM culture beyond just photos and social media.

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Listen now: Spotify, Apple and YouTubeWhat actually changes inside a product and engineering org when a company commits to becoming AI-native—not as a side project, but as the new operating system?In this episode of Supra Insider, Marc and Ben sit down with Gaurav Hardikar, VP of Product at HomeLight, to unpack the company's ambitious transformation: an executive team hackathon, ten AI initiatives across tech debt and product debt, and a completely new way of scoping, shipping, and collaborating across product, engineering, and design.Gaurav walks through how HomeLight reshaped their workflows to move dramatically faster, built an AI-powered scoping assistant that consolidates inputs across functions, and created a shared “source of truth” that removes one of the biggest product bottlenecks—misalignment.He also introduces a brand-new role inside the org: the AI Product Builder—what it is, why PMs can't do all of it, and the skills that separate great builders from average ones as AI-native development becomes standard.Whether you're a product leader trying to accelerate your roadmap, an engineer rethinking how AI changes execution, or a PM who wants to understand what skills will still matter in an AI-native world, this episode gives a practical, inside-the-org look at what real transformation requires.All episodes of the podcast are also available on Spotify, Apple and YouTube.New to the pod? Subscribe below to get the next episode in your inbox

The Nissan Z is a far cry from the 240Z of old. While it is technically superior to the 240Z of the 1970s, it is dramatically more expensive, even when you account for inflation. The Z was supposed to be an affordable everyman's sportscar. Yet, the new Z's price competes with the Supra, Corvette, and entry level Porsches. Jim Miller and I talk about why that pricing has lead to an early demise of the car, and Nissan's decision to make it an "order-only" vehicle. If you love cars and want to see the return of affordable enthusiast cars, this is the automotive podcast for you!Get your GPS tracker now and protect your car! Use Promo code AUTOADHD15 for 15% off, in addition to another 35% off an annual subscription: spytec.com

Send us a textIn this episode of the Right Hand Drive Guys Podcast, we link up with our good friend Justin Salerno from Colorado — someone we originally met on one of our Japan trips and instantly bonded with through the Skyline community.Recorded live from GT-R Festival 2025 in Ennis, Texas, this conversation captures the energy of the event while we dive into Justin's journey with his R33 GT-R, the friendships built through JDM culture, and why these cars connect people from all over the map.From reminiscing about Japan to taking in the festival's wild builds, this episode feels like hanging out trackside with one of the real ones.

In this episode, Jake and Riley dive into a lively discussion about Toyota's new hypercar, the GR GT. They explore its design, performance, and how it compares to other iconic models like the LFA and Supra. The conversation also touches on the challenges of classifying vehicles as supercars, considering factors like horsepower and design. The hosts share personal anecdotes about their experiences with various car models, offering insights into the practicalities and aesthetics of different vehicles. The episode wraps up with a light-hearte discussion on family road trips and the logistics of off-roading adventures.You can follow Jake on Instagram at @BrothersBound and Riley at @Turtle4r For more engaging conversations, check out the @ToyotaGaragePodcast on Instagram.

Listen now: Spotify, Apple and YouTubeIf you've been hearing phrases like “taste is the only thing that will matter for PMs in the AI era” but aren't sure what that actually means—or more importantly, how to build it—this episode is for you.In this conversation, Marc and Ben sit down with Sachin Rekhi, founder, former LinkedIn product leader, and creator of LinkedIn Sales Navigator, to unpack the real mechanics of taste: where it comes from, how to sharpen it, and why it's already the defining skill of AI-native product teams.Sachin shares the frameworks he teaches inside companies and in his Reforge course—from Rick Rubin's “sensitivity & canon” model, to daily design-critique habits, to the patterns he saw across design-driven, metrics-driven, strategy-driven, and sales-driven org cultures.He also tells the untold story of how Sales Navigator went from a tiny skunkworks project to one of LinkedIn's biggest product lines—why social capital mattered, how he managed leadership skepticism, and how he used prototypes, real customer quotes, and narrative-building to secure executive conviction.Whether you're trying to level up your product intuition, navigate organizational taste cultures, or use AI without slipping into “AI slop,” you'll walk away with practical models you can apply immediately to your product work, leadership communication, and team workflows.All episodes of the podcast are also available on Spotify, Apple and YouTube.New to the pod? Subscribe below to get the next episode in your inbox

Send us a textn this fun and fiery episode of the Right Hand Drive Guys Podcast, we break out a the much loved segment: HOT or NOT — where we each bring five items from JDM culture and rate whether they're heaters… or total misses.From niche parts and weird trends to iconic cars and controversial mods, nothing is off-limits. We go back and forth with honest takes, friendly roasting, and a few surprises as we reveal what we think deserves the hype — and what definitely doesn't.

Send us a textThe ancient Rishis, through deep states of consciousness perceived the true architecture of cosmic time, shedding light on why the impossible (like interstellar travel)  is infinitely possible. Vedic knowledge, is not myth. it is memory that sustains within the humanity's DNA. All that we call myth - from the  ancient domain of Africa ( which includes Egypt ), India, China, the great pyramids, Mayan civilization's UN-erasable history- the universal truth etched in our memory- memory to be remembered. A more recent Vedic aeronautic tome called the Vaimanika Shastra written by Pt. Sastry cited the intricate architectural designs implemented in ancient Vedic models for starships such as Ai Atlas and R2 Swan - the design and construction and propulsion of these ancient starships noted untra-dense metal construction and mercury vortex engines and other highly advanced  technologies.  The modern discovery of concepts like ion drives, warp drives and  anti-gravity technology align with the supreme design architecture described in this text which elaborated on ancient Vedic texts such as Ramayana and Mahabharata that noted these flying machines called Vimana, a Sanskrit term: The descriptions of Vimanas as silent hovering craft moving with aquatic grace at unfathomable speeds across great swaths of the universe navigating through known cosmic portals. Vaimanika Sastra surmised the starship's design  complied with Vedic mathematical principles that emulate the natural symmetrical  pulsation and geometrical sequence of the universe. ancient Vedic renditions of spacecraft design would have had to include a timed emission system that is synchronized  to match the pulsation of the cosmic heartbeat generating from Spanda, the primordial vibration.  Its navigation system is rooted in the cosmic code imbued into the spiral of galaxies, a concept founded  in 200BCE by the Vedic mathematician, Pingala in his work on Sanskrit prosody where he surmised the Virahanka numbers, the knowledge of what is now known as the Fibonacci sequence - the cosmic code imbued in the spiral of galaxies, in the full cycle of the DNA double helix, and in various aspects of nature.To help us understand  the impossible timeline being not only possible but holding infinite possibilities listen to the deeper vibration of truth currently resonating in every cell of your being. There is simply nothing to fear  from the arrival of interstellar starships and their Supra-conscious sojourners.Vedic cosmology describes time in vast cycles called kalpas, 4.32 billion years, for example, represent a day of Brahma followed by a night of Brahma of equal length, where the universe is created and then dissolved. This cyclical model predates present day Big Bang theories. The Vedas propose that the universe expands from a singularity and at the end of each Kalpa it collapses into dissolution therein triggering the next Big Bang. This understanding of the Kalpa principle of time offers insights into the bending and folding of cosmic time. For example, the ancient space crafts of Ai ASupport the showMay Peace Be Your Journey~www.mayatiwari.comwww.facebook.com/mayatiwariahimsa.Buzzsprout.com Get Maya's New Book: I Am Shakti: https://www.collectiveinkbooks.com/o-books/our-books/I-am-shakti Amazon.com Bookshop.org

Listen now: Spotify, Apple and YouTubeIn the first-ever live recording of Supra Insider, Marc and Ben sat down with Jacob Bank, founder of Relay.app, to unpack one of the most urgent questions facing product leaders today: How do AI agents actually change the way we work? Instead of abstract predictions, Jacob shares the very real workflows, failures, and breakthroughs behind running a 10-person company that delegates work to more than 300 AI agents.Across the conversation, the three dig into what PMs must learn next: writing job descriptions for agents, architecting responsibilities, managing automated execution, and understanding how agents influence velocity, product quality, and cross-functional collaboration. Jacob also discusses why PMs are lagging behind engineering and ops in adopting agentic workflows, and what will happen to teams who don't catch up.If you're a PM, founder, or operator trying to understand how AI is reshaping product development, or you've struggled to translate “agent hype” into concrete, repeatable workflows, this episode gives you a realistic, practitioner-level framework for building with agents today, and preparing for what's coming next.All episodes of the podcast are also available on Spotify, Apple and YouTube.New to the pod? Subscribe below to get the next episode in your inbox

Send us a textIn this episode of the Right Hand Drive Guys Podcast, we sit down with Ben Norris, an Alabama native and proud owner of an R33 GT-R we met at GT-R Festival 2025. Ben's passion for RHD culture runs deep, and his story is a perfect blend of hustle, heart, and horsepower.We talk about his journey into JDM cars, how he managed to get his hands on a Skyline, and what the right-hand-drive lifestyle means to him. From the early days of grinding to finally owning his dream car, Ben brings a refreshing, down-to-earth perspective on the community and the culture behind it.

EP303Inside a Stunning Private Nissan GT-R Collection | R32, R33, R34, Veilside RX-7 & More w/ Jake Johnson | Hard Parking PodcastIn this episode Jhae Pfenning steps inside Jake Johnson's incredible private collection in the Phoenix area. Jake walks us through his journey from a green 1991 Foxbody Mustang GT (that he still owns!) to building one of the cleanest Nissan Skyline GT-R lineups in the country: an R32, black R33, legendary blue GReddy R33 demo car, ultra-rare yellow R34 V-Spec, and a 2021.5 GT-R NISMO Special Edition in Stealth Gray.We also dive into his triple Cobra R Mustang set, Shelby GT350R Heritage, restored 300ZX, '94 Supra, Veilside Fortune RX-7 project straight out of Tokyo Drift, and even his ex-press 2005 Acura NSX. Jake shares stories of street racing in the San Fernando Valley, buying cars sight-unseen from Japan, and the full-restoration rabbit hole that keeps every car in concours-level condition. PLUS – Jake gives a shout-out to the massive Code R GT-R event happening right now at The Warehouse in Phoenix (Nov 22–29) with daily events and Larry Chen appearing on the 29th. Chapters01:39 – Code R GT-R event at The Warehouse (Nov 22-29) + Larry Chen appearance02:35 – How Jake got into cars (Tom Nelson, street racing, green Foxbody Mustang)05:03 – First car: 1991 green Mustang GT (still owns it!)08:52 – The 300ZX that smoked him & the Stillen GTZ look11:17 – How the GT-R obsession actually started17:52 – The Cobra R trilogy ('93, '95, 2000R)21:09 – Buying Skylines sight-unseen from Japan22:31 – The legendary GReddy blue R33 demo car26:57 – The ultra-rare Stealth Gray 2021.5 GT-R NISMO Special Edition28:13 – Buying tips for imported Skylines (rust, clusters, documentation)36:41 – Yellow R34 V-Spec rarity explained40:52 – Veilside Fortune RX-7 project (Tokyo Drift vibes)43:50 – How Jake finally scored his 2005 Acura NSX press carMain Show Sponsors:Right Honda:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://righthonda.com/Right Toyota: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.righttoyota.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Arcus Foundry: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://arcusfoundry.comAutocannon Official Gear: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shop.autocannon.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Contact Hard Parking with Jhae Pfenning: email: Info@HardParking.com Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.Hardparking.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/hardparkingpodcast/Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/hardparkingpod/YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/@HardParking

Send us a textIn this special on-location episode of the Right Hand Drive Guys Podcast, we travel to Ennis, Texas for the three-day GT-R Festival 2025 at the legendary Texas Motorplex. Thanks to a Tier 1 Media Pass, we had full access to the action — from the pits to the grandstands to the staging lanes — capturing the event from every possible angle.We watched some of the wildest GT-Rs on the planet, including a 2,000HP R34 GT-R from Australia, a 1-of-9 HKS Zero R, and countless builds that pushed the limits of what these cars can do. The festival also brought out major names like Adam LZ, Tommyfyeah, and even T-Pain, all soaking in the GT-R madness.This episode is a raw, energized look at the cars, the people, and the culture that make the GT-R community one of the most passionate in the world.

Send us a textIn this episode of the Right Hand Drive Guys Podcast, we break down our full experience at the 2025 SEMA Show — the biggest one yet. From cutting-edge new products to some of the cleanest and craziest JDM builds we've ever seen, we cover everything that made this year's show absolutely massive.We talk about the standout booths, the game-changing parts, and the moments that had the whole crowd buzzing. Plus, we dive into the after-meets,  the pop-up events, and all the wild stuff that happens once the convention center lights go out.

This week we are helping listeners decide what car to buy.We discuss:0:00 - Intro5:20 - 991.1 GT3?17:15 - A 2+2 Sportscar21:45 - £100k : 1 Car or 2 Cars?27:30 - MINI Clubman JCW or Golf R29:30 - Quirky estate car36:00 - £150k dilemma39:30 - Weekend Coupe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.