Best Riding Unicorns Productions Podcasts (2024)

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Unicorn Spirit: Amy Kelly's Journey in Writing and Podcasting 1:31:00

8h ago1:31:00

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Send us a Text Message. See what the illustration turned out like on www.Drawntoyourstory.com or on Instagram @drawntoyourstory Check out Amy's podcast here https://timetowritepodcast.com/ Check out her new business here https://www.lonestarliterary.com/ You can get this illustration on some incredible merch at https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/161…

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S7E8 - Sam Ettelaie, Co-Founder & CIO @ Thema 43:21

2h ago43:21

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Sam Ettelaie is the Co-Founder and CIO at Thema, Europe's strategic LP for emerging fund managers. They act as a strategic cornerstone limited partner, writing first tickets of up to £5m, offering operational and regulatory support. Sam joins James Pringle and Hector Mason to discuss building long-term defensibility, knowledge vs operational edge, …

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S2E9 Product Launched, Now What? 44:48

4d ago44:48

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Launching eWebinar after 18 months was a huge milestone, but then what? On this episode, Melissa and Todd discuss what it was like to wake up from the dream that if you build it, they'll come. Spoiler alert: That didn't happen. Takeaways: • When reality set in after months of daydreaming • Product assumptions that worked and didn't work • Initial u…

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Riding the Ink Wave: Francis's Unconventional Tattoo Journey | Drawn to Your Story Podcast 1:26:57

15d ago1:26:57

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Send us a Text Message. Catch this episodes illustration on Instagram @drawtoyourstory or www.mattymitchell.com Follow along with Francis's inking journey on Insta at @frannyfineline You can get a inked by Francis at @icehouse tattoo https://www.instagram.com/explore/locations/37927835/ice-house-tattoo/?hl=en Embark on a captivating journey with Fr…

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S7E7 - Callum Taylor, Head of ITV AdVentures Ignite @ ITV 43:07

5d ago43:07

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Callum Taylor is the Head of ITV AdVentures Ignite, they are here to help startup and scaleup brands begin an ongoing journey into the exciting world of TV - not as simply a media owner, but as a business partner. Hosting some of the nation’s favorite shows and offering unrivaled reach, advertising on ITV will supercharge your brand's growth - unlo…

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S2E8 Launching Our MVP and Converting 85% of Trials 38:06

12d ago38:06

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Melissa and Todd dive into the thrilling and nerve-wracking experience of launching eWebinar's MVP. While many people see product launches as the end goal and celebratory occasion, Melissa explains why it's often more stressful instead because that's when the dreams you've sold become reality. They reminisce about getting stuck in a never-ending ra…

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Compassionate Adventures: Caitlin Forrest's Remarkable Journey 1:35:36

30d ago1:35:36

1:35:36

Send us a Text Message. Grab the custom illo on a shirt, mug, tote bag and much more @redbubble https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/160588668?asc=u See previous illustrations at www.mattymitchell.com/dtys Join us for an adventure-packed and heartwarming episode as we dive into Caitlin Forrest's extraordinary journey. With a contagious spirit of spont…

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S7E6 - Johannes Weber, Founding Partner @ Ananda Impact Ventures 42:24

1M ago42:24

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Johannes Weber is the Founding Partner at Ananda Impact Ventures, the leading impact venture capital fund with a pan-European investment remit, managing ca. €200 million in four Core Impact Funds, with backing from notable institutional and private investors. They back technology businesses committed to having a positive impact that answers the mos…

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Basketball, Bonding, and Beyond: Tyler's Journey at Vayner Media | Drawn to Your Story Podcast 1:13:47

1M ago1:13:47

1:13:47

Send us a Text Message. Catch up with Tyler's life on his instagram https://www.instagram.com/tyler/ also check out his place of work @vaynermedia @vaynerx @garyvee Catch the full illustration at www.mattymitchell.com/dtys Love the illo? Grab it on some Merch via Redbubble https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/160001599 Join me for an exhilarating conv…

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S2E7 Coming Up With Our Business Model and Price Point 52:50

1M ago52:50

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Melissa and Todd discuss how they established eWebinar's pricing model, focusing on aligning their business strategy with their lifestyle goals and market approach. Melissa shares insights from her past ventures, highlighting her shift towards a product-led strategy to ensure the business supports a hands-off lifestyle, avoiding the demanding natur…

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S7E5 - Meri Beckwith, Co-Founder @ Lindus Health 42:53

1M ago42:53

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Meri Beckwith is a Co-Founder at Lindus Health. Their mission is to accelerate clinical trials, so patients can benefit from new treatments sooner. They are an anti-CRO running radically faster, more reliable clinical trials for life science pioneers. They do this thanks to a commercial model that aligns incentives (fixed-priced quotes per study, w…

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S2E6 Going from Idea to Product Launch in 16 Months 49:38

2M ago49:38

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When Melissa first went to Todd with the idea of eWebinar, he wasn't immediately convinced the product was solving a much needed problem. She engaged him as a contractor to write the first version of the website which started with competitive research. During that process, he grew passionate about the idea because he identified a gap in the market …

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Diving Deep with Entrepreneur Extraordinaire: Val Trask | Drawn to Your Story Podcast 1:15:12

2M ago1:15:12

1:15:12

Send us a Text Message. Val Trask is the best consultant one can ask for and has the resume to show it. Reach out to her to chat about how she can help your business shine. https://www.tofin.io/ Check out the illustration at www.mattymitchell.com To grab this illustration or any other head to Redbubble to grab some. https://www.redbubble.com/shop/a…

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S2E5 Recruiting a Top 1% Cofounder and CTO 1:10:52

2M ago1:10:52

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David, eWebinar's CTO and Cofounder, floated around for 2 years as a fractional CTO before joining the company. Previous to that, he was the cofounder for a New York telecomm startup that raised $10m, but shut down after they failed to find enough traction after 4 years to continue raising capital. Melissa shares David's story and what his mindset …

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S7E4 - Leila Zegna & Chrys Chrysanthou @ Kindred Capital 51:00

2M ago51:00

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Chrys Chrysanthou and Leila Zegna are General Partners at Kindred Capital. At Kindred, they align their ambitions and achievements with their portfolio - in structure and in spirit. Every entrepreneur they invest in becomes a co-owner of the fund and they call it ‘equitable venture’. They invest early and work with their community of founders and a…

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Unlocking Creativity & Entrepreneurship with Travis Brown 59:30

3M ago59:30

59:30

Send us a Text Message. Learn more about Travis and his business models https://fastpodbiz.com/ Catch him on https://www.instagram.com/travisbrown/ Check out the illustration on www.mattymitchell.com/dtys Grab yourself some merch with this fun illustration on it at https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/158874608?ref=studio-promote Dive into the dynamic…

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S2E4 Building a Founding Team with Limited Resources 1:00:36

2M ago1:00:36

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Contrary to popular belief, you don't need to have a cofounder to start a company. But, that may work for or against you if you're a business cofounder, depending on whether or not you have the technical chops (or lead on your side) to manage a development team. After two previous startups, Melissa was sick of (not doing a good job) managing engine…

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Season 3 Recap: Unveiling Inspiring Stories and Artistic Journeys | Drawn to Your Story Podcast 17:15

3M ago17:15

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Send us a Text Message. Embark on a thrilling recap journey as I revisit the captivating moments from Season 3 of Drawn to Your Story. From bestselling authors to finance wizards, creative influencers, and medical trailblazers, each episode unveils a unique tale. Join me as I share my key takeaways and delve into the inspiration behind the digital …

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S7E3 - Suranga Chandratillake, General Partner @ Balderton Capital 42:04

3M ago42:04

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Suranga Chandratillake is a General Partner at Balderton Capital; a multistage venture firm with more than two decades of experience supporting Europe’s best founders from Seed to IPO. They have both early and growth funds and invest across the technology sector. Suranga joins James Pringle and Hector Mason to share strategies for creating new proc…

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S2E2 Picking 1 Idea Out of 1000 58:35

3M ago58:35

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Melissa founded eWebinar two months after her last startup (real estate SaaS software) was acquired. This episode is the origin story of eWebinar: how she finally settled on eWebinar vs all the other ideas she had, and why she was determined to bootstrap this startup over raising venture capital. Melissa talks about the importance of choosing an id…

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S2E1 Welcome to Our Journey to $1M 5:33

3M ago5:33

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Hey there! It's Melissa, and I'm the Cofounder and CEO of eWebinar. At the time of this recording, we’d just crossed $1m ARR, 36 months after product launch. In the last 1.5 years posting on LinkedIn about my experiences bootstrapping three startups, I noticed that the stories that get the most engagement are the ones that gave people a window into…

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S2E3 Why Bootstrapping Over Venture Capital Funding 1:02:18

3M ago1:02:18

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People think bootstrapping is a financial decision, when it's really a lifestyle choice. Read that again. In this episode, Melissa talks about the reasons behind choosing to build eWebinar as a lifestyle company and how that shapes every decision they make from how they operate, to who they hire, to company culture. Melissa and Todd discuss the ben…

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Journey Through Shadows: Angie Newell's Unveiling Tales of Love and Resilience | Podcast Interview 1:01:18

4M ago1:01:18

1:01:18

Send us a Text Message. Grab a copy of Angie's book on amazon https://a.co/d/j3SjkEK If you want to catch a glimpse of the custom illustration from this book head over to www.mattymitchell.com Grab some merch with the custom illustration I created from the site Redbubble https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/158089929?asc=u Also catch this and watch th…

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S7E2 - Dinika Mahtani, Partner @ Cherry Ventures 47:41

3M ago47:41

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Dinika Mahtani is a Partner at Cherry Ventures; an early-stage venture capital firm led by a team of entrepreneurs with experience building fast-scaling companies such as Zalando and Spotify. The firm backs Europe's boldest founders, usually as their first institutional investor, and supports them in everything from their go-to-market strategy and …

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S7E1 - Amon Ghaiumy, Co-Founder & CEO @ Ophelos 43:08

4M ago43:08

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Amon Ghaiumy is the Co-Founder and CEO of Ophelos; a fintech startup with unique technology that uses machine learning and behavioural science to get people debt-free and organisations paid back. Amon joins James Pringle and Hector Mason to discuss how he started Ophelos, the existing debt collection industry situation, the founder experience in th…

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Crafting Wonders in Metal: The Lugo Interview | Drawn to Your Story 1:05:58

4M ago1:05:58

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Send us a Text Message. Check out Lugo and his amazing work on instagram @lugos_engraving If you need more check out his website www.lugosengravingllc.com Grab this one off illustration on a whole bunch of different merch on the site redbubble https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/157586858?asc=u If you want to have a gander at the past episodes illust…

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Exploring Augmented Realities with Doddz: Art, Adventure, and Louie the Fancy Pooch 53:12

4M ago53:12

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Send us a Text Message. Want to see Doddz work? Check it out here https://doddz.com/ Cath the illustration on some merch https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/156892240?ref=studio-promote Catch the filter here https://www.instagram.com/ar/263620363193748/ Check out more illustrations from the podcasts on my website www.mattymitchell.com Dive into the w…

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S6E29 - James Evans, Founder & CEO @ CommandBar 49:13

5M ago49:13

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James Evans is the Co-Founder and CEO of CommandBar; an AI-powered user assistance platform that makes your product easier to use. Activate and retain more users to grow faster. James joins James Pringle and Hector Mason to discuss how to determine product-market fit, CommandBar’s hiring philosophy, their fundraising strategy, & so much more. Don't…

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From Cookies to Cheese: Kate Reed's Sweet and Savory Journey 1:14:04

5M ago1:14:04

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Send us a Text Message. If you want to to grab this illustration on some merch here is the link to the print on demand site https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/156271090?ref=studio-promote wanna see the illustration catch this one and the rest on www.mattymitchell.com/dtys Grab your self some cookies from https://www.katiethecookiebee.com/ Indulge yo…

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S6E28 - Christian Gabriel, CEO & Co-Founder @ Capdesk (Acquired by Carta) 44:21

5M ago44:21

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Christian Gabriel is the Co-Founder and former CEO of Capdesk (acquired by Carta), a platform that helps people manage equity, build businesses, and invest in the companies of tomorrow. Their mission is to unlock the power of equity ownership for more people in more places. Carta is trusted by more than 40,000 companies, over 5,000 investment funds…

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S6E27 - David Bateman, Managing Partner @ Claret Capital Partners 41:23

5M ago41:23

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David Bateman is a Managing Partner at Claret Capital Partners. The Claret team has been active in the technology financing markets for over 20 years and provides debt solutions to help entrepreneurs and private equity investors grow their companies while minimizing dilution. Since 2013 Claret has backed over 140 European SMEs from a wide range of …

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Shannon's Odyssey: From Podcast Powerhouse to Storytelling Extraordinaire 59:25

6M ago59:25

59:25

Send us a Text Message. Catch Shannon's podcast https://oz-9.com/ & https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/oz-9/id1446814974 Grab the illustration on a whole bunch of different merch https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/155691852?ref=studio-promote Space fight only graphic https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/155692496?asc=u Catch this illustration and mo…

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S6E26 - Agate Freimane, General Partner @ Norrsken VC 29:32

6M ago29:32

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Agate Freimane is a General Partner at Norrsken VC, an Article 9, or "dark green," investment fund. They operate as a pure impact fund, exclusively investing in companies that have a sustainable objective for the product or service they develop. They provide extensive support to their portfolio companies, assisting them in implementing impact works…

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S6E25 - Christian Noske, Partner @ NGP Capital 29:54

6M ago29:54

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Christian Noske is a Partner at NGP Capital. They back early-stage B2B companies from Series A onwards in Europe, the US, Israel, and China within enterprise software, industrial tech, cybersecurity, and infrastructure. Their current portfolio includes Coda, DataLoop, Clue, Nova Labs, Scandit, Shippeo, & SecurityScorecard, while their exits include…

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Laughing Through Life: Andrew's Journey at Microsoft and Family Fun 1:20:42

6M ago1:20:42

1:20:42

Send us a Text Message. Grab this illustration on merch at https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/155026294?asc=u Check out the completed illustrations on my www.mattymitchell.com Meet Andrew, the cheerful Microsoft finance guru with a heart full of laughter. In this episode, he shares the joys of bonding with his kids over the animated favorite Bluey, …

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S6E24 - Lopo Champalimaud & Raphael Thiolon @ Verlinvest 48:07

6M ago48:07

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This episode is with Raphael Thiolon (Managing Director) and Lopo Champalimaud (Co-Founder & Managing Partner at V3 Ventures) at Verlinvest, an international, family-backed evergreen investment company. They partner with visionary entrepreneurs who are driving consumer revolutions and building the next generation of category-defining brands that wi…

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S6E23 - Audrey Handem, VC @ Speedinvest 22:56

7M ago22:56

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Audrey Handem is a VC at Speedinvest; one of Europe’s most active early-stage investors with more than €1 billion AuM and 40+ investors based in Berlin, London, Munich, Paris, and Vienna. Founder success is Speedinvest’s top priority, so they don’t just send some money and "check in" at board meetings. Their mission is to empower founders with game…

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Andrew Unleashes Creative Sparks in Fashion Photography! 1:08:07

7M ago1:08:07

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Send us a Text Message. Grab this illustration on a wide range of merch from this link https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/154364649?asc=u Andrew can be caught on instagram heyandrewparsons and check out his work on his website https://heyandrewparsons.com/ Check out more of my work on www.mattymitchell.com Join us in this captivating episode as Andr…

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S6E22 - Jay Radia, Managing Partner @ Blissgrowth 47:12

7M ago47:12

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Jay Radia is the Founder and Managing Partner of Blissgrowth. They ideate, build, and scale industry winning B2B software technology companies with the best second-time founders. Jay joins Hector Mason to talk about decision-making, how happiness affects the business, startup process for his different companies, & so much more. Don't forget to like…

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S6E21 - Roger Wade, Chairman @ Boxfund VC 56:09

7M ago56:09

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Roger Wade is the Chairman of Boxfund VC, a venture capital fund established by entrepreneurs, funded by entrepreneurs, and dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs. They possess a deep understanding of the qualities required for entrepreneurial success and actively seek out exceptional individuals with brilliant ideas. They provide them with financia…

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S6E20 - Sir Martin Sorrell, Executive Chairman @ S4 Capital 46:22

7M ago46:22

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Sir Martin Sorrell is the Founder and Executive Chairman of S4Capital plc, the tech led, new age / new era digital advertising and marketing services company for global, multinational, regional and local clients, and millennial-driven influencer brands. To commemorate the launch of Riding Unicorns in 2020, Sir Martin joins James Pringle and Hector …

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Creativity, Laughter, and Family: Timmmaaay's Dream Life 30:30

7M ago30:30

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Send us a Text Message. Grab your own merch here https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/153687347?ref=studio-promote Check out all the illustrations from previous podcast on https://mattymitchell.com/dtys Catch all of Timmmaaay's musical creations on https://soundcloud.com/user-443243833 Join us in this heartwarming episode as Timmmaaay shares his extra…

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S6E19 - Chris Smalling, Professional Footballer @ AS Roma & Co-Founder @ The Player's Fund 43:10

7M ago43:10

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Chris Smalling is a professional footballer and is also the Co-Founder of The Player's Fund. Chris currently plays for AS Roma in Italy. He has 31 caps and 1 goal for England. A few year's ago Chris started investing in companies that align with his plant-based lifestyle and he has now helped launch The Player's Fund alongside other top investing a…

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S6E18 - Niccolo Perra, Co-Founder @ Pleo 44:30

8M ago44:30

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Niccolo Perra is the Co-Founder of Pleo. Pleo offers smart company cards that enable employees to buy the things they need for work, all while keeping a company's finance team in control of spending. Simplify bookkeeping, eliminate expense reports, and revolutionize your business. Niccolo joins James Pringle and Hector Mason in this episode to talk…

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From Brain Surgery Dropout to Biotech Innovator: Shawn Carbonell's Journey 50:14

8M ago50:14

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Send us a Text Message. Grab some merch here: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/152965921?asc=u Catch up with Shawn herehttps://www.brainsurgerydropout.com/ Join us in this compelling episode as Shawn Carbonell, also known as the Brain Surgery Dropout, shares his remarkable journey. From battling the odds to find a cure for brain cancer to founding…

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S6E17 - Jimmy Fussing Nielsen, Managing Partner @ Heartcore Capital 43:55

8M ago43:55

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Jimmy Fussing Nielsen is a Partner and Co-founder of Heartcore Capital, an early-stage venture capital fund with offices in Copenhagen, Stockholm, Berlin, and Paris. Since 2007, they have backed some of Europe’s biggest category-defining companies, such as Tink, Neo4j, Boozt, Peakon, Seriously and TravelPerk. So far, they have invested in over 100 …

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S6E16 - Babs Ogundeyi, Founder & CEO @ Kuda 34:54

8M ago34:54

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Babs Ogundeyi is the Founder and CEO of Kuda, a fintech company on a mission to make financial services more accessible, affordable and rewarding for every African on the planet. They've built the money app for Africans around the world, giving them a better alternative to traditional finance by delivering services including free money transfers, s…

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S6E15 - Kirsty Grant, Managing Director @ Seedrs 33:41

8M ago33:41

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Kirsty Grant is Managing Director at Seedrs. Seedrs is Europe’s leading online private investing platform that enables individuals to invest in startups, growth companies, and, if eligible, top VC funds, as well as supporting entrepreneurs in all sectors to raise capital from their communities, angels and institutional investors.Since its launch in…

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Drawn to Your Story Podcast: Season 2 Overview - 11 Inspiring Interviews with Diverse Personalities! 16:50

8M ago16:50

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Send us a Text Message. Want Merch from these episodes? Visit Redbubble to grab some https://www.redbubble.com/people/MattyMitchell/explore Thanks to Timmaaayyyy! for the beat. https://on.soundcloud.com/pTd4n Check all episodes on Youtube or where you get your podcasts. Welcome to Season 2 of the Drawn to Your Story Podcast! Join us as we dive into…

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Antonio Smith: Unleashing Creativity and Laughter | Drawn to Your Story Podcast 1:31:12

8M ago1:31:12

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Send us a Text Message. Grab this illustration from @Redbubble https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/152262808?ref=studio-promote Check out Antonio on instagram @antoniocdsmith and his link tree https://linktr.ee/antoniocdsmith Catch the pod on Spotify, Apple podcasts and Google Play. Join us in this exciting episode of the Drawn to Your Story Podcast …

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