Best Andy Hedges Podcasts (2024)

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Matthew Oates: A Paean to the Purple Emperor. One Man’s Passion-filled Past Devoted to Great British Butterflies 52:10

1h ago52:10

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Matthew Oates is a naturalist, nature writer, and poet with a lifelong passion for butterflies. In the short sward of the Cotswolds, Matthew takes David Oakes on a journey through his fluttery past. They discuss the writers who have inspired him, from Tolkien to Wordsworth and W.H. Hudson, and share stories of other notable butterfly enthusiasts, s…

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Travis Hedge - Co-founder and CRO of Vouch: Startup Secrets - Conquering Adversity and Mastering Product-Market Fit 32:58

2h ago32:58

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Travis is the Co-founder and CRO of Vouch. Vouch is the insurance company for the technology industry. Since 2019, Vouch has underwritten billions in risk on behalf of over 4,000 clients, backed by A-rated reinsurers and $165M from Ribbit, YC, Redpoint, and others. Previously, he helped Nationwide Insurance launch Nationwide Ventures before joining…

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Brian May Is the Most Interesting Guitarist in the World 41:00

5d ago41:00

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Whether you’ve been listening to Queen since they released their self-titled debut in 1973 or you first heard them in Wayne’s World, we can all surely agree that Brian May is a guitarist you should know about. His leads are melodic and singable, and his overdubbed guitar choirs are unparalleled. Is he also one of the smartest guitarists around? (He…

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Justin Ihnken - CEO & Co-Founder of Enorra_: Overcoming Criticism, Building Networks, and Being Resourceful 44:29

12d ago44:29

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Justin Ihnken is the Co-Founder and CEO of Enorra_. Enorra_ is revolutionizing finance by developing SaaS tools that eliminate complexity and accelerate data-driven decisions using machine learning and AI. Their mission is to enhance competitiveness in financial trade, focusing on data analytics, marketplace solutions, and ESG banking. Prior to Co-…

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Nancy Wilson Is Heart's (Not-So) Secret Weapon 31:57

7d ago31:57

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Nancy Wilson’s rhythm-guitar playing is under-sung hero of Heart’s sound. After auditioning for her sister Ann’s band with a performance of Yes’ “The Clap,” she transformed their sound—just check out the intro to “Crazy On You” to instantly hear the influence of her acoustic playing. And together, they transformed classic rock. On this episode, we …

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The 10 Best Rolling Stones Guitar Jams 41:47

14d ago41:47

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Keith Richards is the undisputed master of rock ‘n’ roll rhythm guitar. But who’s his best partner in the “ancient art of weaving”: Brian Jones, Mick Taylor, Ron Wood … Ry Cooder? We’re going through our favorite Stones guitar songs culled from studio albums and bootleg live recordings. Episode sponsored by Divided by 13: https://dividedby13.com/ G…

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Ali Schwanke - Founder & CEO at Simple Strat: Leveraging YouTube for B2B Growth, Harmonizing Sales and Marketing, and Cutting Through the White Noise of the Marketplace 43:20

14d ago43:20

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Ali Schwanke is the Founder and CEO of Simple Strat. Simple Strat is a marketing and sales firm that helps you get more out of HubSpot. From CRM strategy and setup to marketing automation and content creation, their services are tailored to fuel customer acquisition and retention. Simple Strat is also a HubSpot Diamond Solutions Partner and the hos…

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Tim Kendall & Fiona Mathews (PART TWO): Eye spy an eco-engineer! Deep in the Forest of Dean in search of the contentious Wild Boar... 34:51

16d ago34:51

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In the second part of David Oakes' interview with Professors Fiona Mathews and Tim Kendall, the mammal-enthused trio head into the Forest of Dean in search of Wild Boar! Fiona Mathews is a professor of Environmental Biology at the University of Sussex and the founding Chair of Mammal Conservation Europe; Tim Kendall is a professor of English Litera…

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Can You Smell What George Benson is Cookin'? 40:33

20d ago40:33

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Maybe you know George Benson from “Give Me the Night” and “On Broadway,” or maybe you’re a deep-cut head who loves The Cookbook and “Valdez in the Country.” In this episode, we’re covering our favorites, with help from guitarists Molly Miller and Dan Wilson, and some words from the maestro himself. Is Benson the most responsible user of smooth groo…

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Wil Schroter - Founder & CEO of Startups.com: From Service Business to Product Business, Embracing Opportunities, and Managing Health 47:38

26d ago47:38

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Wil Schroter is the founder and CEO of Startups.com, the world's largest startup platform. They help over one million startup companies find customers, funding, mentors, and world-class education. Before founding Startups.com, Wil founded multiple successful startups like Swapalease.com and Fundable.com. He also founded Blue Diesel at the age of 19…

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Episode 101: Peter Rowan 55:47

23d ago55:47

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Bluegrass legend Peter Rowan talks about his lifelong fascination with the West, amateur historians, and making the album High Lonesome Cowboy with Don Edwards. Learn more about Peter Rowan at www.peter-rowan.com This episode was sponsored by B2 Trading Company. Learn more about them at www.b2tradingcompany.com Learn more about Cowboy Crossroads at…

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Fiona Mathews & Tim Kendall: Wild Mammals are far from 'Boar-ing' 45:08

23d ago45:08

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Fiona Mathews is a professor of Environmental Biology at the University of Sussex and the founding Chair of Mammal Conservation Europe; Tim Kendall is a professor of English Literature and Creative Writing at the University of Exeter, and; their dog Charlie Brown is an especially trained labrador with the talent for locating the bodies of bats that…

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Andy Jenks - General Partner at Drive Capital: Bootstrapping vs. Raising Capital, Mission-Driven Startups, and the Silicon Valley Journey 37:12

28d ago37:12

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Andy Jenks is a General Partner at Drive Capital, a Columbus-based venture capital firm focused on investing in world-class technology companies outside of Silicon Valley. Before Drive, Andy was a 3-time founder at Formation Data Systems, Discovery Mining, and Infinite Research. Both Discovery Mining and Infinite Research were successfully acquired…

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Michael Hedges’ Aggressively Beautiful New-Age Guitar 45:10

29d ago45:10

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Guitarist Michael Hedges transcended genre with his incendiary two-hand technique, oddball instruments, and plethora of unique tunings. And his creative cover arrangements, from Sheila E. to Zappa, are in a world of their own. On this episode, we hear from his family, friends, and scholars who share what Hedges’ music means to them, and what’s in s…

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David Gilmour and the ’80s Armani and Strat Mafia 39:56

1M ago39:56

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A few weeks ago, David Gilmour announced Luck and Strange, his first release since 2015, as well as a select set of tour dates and dropped a new video. On the second episode of the 100 Guitarists podcast, hosts Jason Shadrick and Nick Millevoi break down the video, from Gilmour’s collaborators and gear to his climactic solo. Friends and listeners c…

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Matthew Achak - Co-Founder of FCR: Coin Flips, Choosing the Right Business Partner, and Employee Retention 34:11

1M ago34:11

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Matthew Achak is the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Non-Linear Venture Partners, where he consults and invests in early-stage start-ups. Prior to Non-Linear Venture Partners, Matt Co-Founded FCR, the leading provider of outsourced live agent support services for tech companies. FCR was acquired by TTEC in 2019. In this episode, you’ll learn: Th…

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Ayden Syal - Founder & CEO at MOGL: NIL Dynamics, Startup Scaling, and Influencer Impact 41:38

2M ago41:38

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Ayden Syal is the Co-Founder and CEO of MOGL, a leading athlete influencer marketplace and NIL software provider that streamlines partnerships between brands and athlete influencers. Prior to starting MOGL, Ayden worked at Morgan Stanley, Lexington Partners, and IHS Markit (now S&P Global). Ayden has been named to the Sports Business Journal New Vo…

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Exploring Andy Summers' Musical Legacy 44:01

1M ago44:01

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Premier Guitar editors Jason Shadrick and Nick Millevoi are arguing over which 100 guitarists you should know. Together, they dig deep into each player’s catalog to uncover what makes them unique, influential, and important. First up: Andy Summers. For the debut episode we’re covering Police guitarist and all-around maestro Andy Summers. From the i…

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Tim Robinson - CEO of AgencyBloc: Private Equity Transformations, Integrating Acquisitions, and Managing a Leadership Team 36:49

2M ago36:49

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Tim Robinson is the CEO of AgencyBloc. AgencyBloc is the leading Insurance Industry Growth Platform serving the health, benefits, and senior insurance space. Prior to AgencyBloc, Tim was the COO of WorkWave, COO of FMG Suite, and COO of Cii. All of those companies are private equity portfolio companies. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to conduct…

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Episode 100: Waddie Mitchell 37:25

2M ago37:25

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Waddie Mitchell returns to Cowboy Crossroads to celebrate 100 episodes of the podcast. Waddie talks about making phone calls to Kris Kristofferson and S. Omar Barker, classic cowboy poetry, his recording career, and his favorite original poems. This interview was recorded onstage in front of a live audience at the Lone Star Cowboy Poetry Gathering …

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Rob Stoneman: Resurrecting Rainforests, Protecting Peat and Constructing Conservation Kingdoms along our Coastlines 1:00:34

2M ago1:00:34

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Rob Stoneman wanted to make lots of money in the oil industry… and then he found peat! This episode is a deep dive into that blancmange-like substance that should be our saviour. Also, the Wildlife Trusts’ plans to grow a new rain forest in North Wales and Rob’s dream of having a mile deep nature reserve that circumnavigates the entirety of the Bri…

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Rick Fox - CRO of Brightway: Leading Leaders, Setting Expectations, and Creating a Performance Culture 37:26

2M ago37:26

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Rick Fox is the Chief Revenue Officer of Brightway Insurance. Brightway is one of the largest insurance distribution companies in the U.S., with over 300 franchises in 32 states. Prior to joining Brightway, Rick was the Head of Agency Sales at Vertafore, a leading insurance software company, and previously served as the President of Agency Revoluti…

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Will Zell - Co-Founder and Executive Chair of AssetWatch: Charting Entrepreneurial Waters, Designing Your Life, and Shareholder Thinking 40:03

2M ago40:03

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Will Zell is the co-founder and Executive Chair of AssetWatch, founder of Vessel, and founding partner of the Ohio Angel Collective. Will has been building and investing in companies since 2006, focusing on venture capital and technology startups since 2012. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to design your life How to navigate the entrepreneurial …

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Matt Wyckhouse - Founder & CEO of Finite State: Building Resilience, Stripping Away Ego, and Cultivating a Feedback-Rich Culture 37:20

2M ago37:20

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Matt Wyckhouse is the Founder and CEO of Finite State. Finite State is the leading provider of software risk management solutions for connected devices and software supply chains. Prior to Finite State, Matt was the founder and CTO of Battelle’s Cyber Innovations Business Unit, where he oversaw dozens of intelligence and national security Programs.…

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Grace Nikae - Founder of Kizuna: Career Changes, Zooming Out, and Branding 40:54

3M ago40:54

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Grace Nikae is the Founder of Kizuna, a company that helps high-performing startups, subject matter experts, and thought leaders elevate their brand and content strategies across digital platforms. Before founding Kizuna, Grace was an international concert pianist, educator, and fiction author. In this episode, you’ll learn: The power of community …

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Episode 99: Barbara Van Cleve 1:03:16

3M ago1:03:16

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Legendary western photographer Barbara Van Cleve talks about growing up at the end of the horse age, her family's Lazy K Bar Ranch, her father Spike Van Cleve, her collaborations with rodeo poet Paul Zarzyski, and her love for horses, ranching, and photography. Learn more about Barbara Van Cleve at www.barbaravancleve.com This episode was co-sponso…

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Tarek El Gammal-Ortiz - Founder & CEO of Cuddles: Leveling Up, Mastery, and Managing Concentration Risk 42:21

3M ago42:21

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Tarek is the Founder and CEO of Cuddles, a cloud-based business management platform that is modernizing the pet industry. Before Cuddles, Tarek was the CEO of HealthySmiles Pet Dental, President of FetchMyVet, and Co-Founder of WashMyWhip. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to create a feedback culture The dangers of concentration risk How to evalu…

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The Horstmann Trust: Vultures in the Valleys! 1:10:17

3M ago1:10:17

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The Horstmann Trust is a brand new charity primarily focused upon breeding and ultimately releasing back into the wild four species of endangered vultures: the Bearded, Egyptian and Hooded Vultures, as well as the Andean Condor. But what makes the Horstmann Trust particularly interesting, is that these birds are Welsh Vultures! In this episode, Dav…

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Alex Levin - Co-Founder & CEO of Regal: Accelerating Early SaaS Sales, Transitioning Out of Founder Sales, and Hiring Your First Sales Leader 49:14

3M ago49:14

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Alex Levin is the Co-Founder and CEO of Regal, a leading cloud contact center specializing in customer engagement. Having secured $42M in funding from Emergence Capital, Regal has attracted over 200 high-consideration consumer services and product companies, including AAA, Angie's List, and SoFi. Before Regal, Alex was the SVP of Growth at Handy, w…

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Greg Kallman - Founder of FanAmp: Influencer Marketing, Community Building, and Idea Validation 47:38

3M ago47:38

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Greg Kallman is the Founder of FanAmp, the community hub for all things Formula 1. FanAmp connects fans around the world with each other and their favorite motorsport creators, track guides, and daily news. Before launching FanAmp, Greg spent 12 years advising C-Suite executives and cross-functional teams in the US, Europe, and Asia at Boston Consu…

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Alex Harris - Co-Founder of Fiat Growth and Fiat Ventures: Maximizing Partnerships, Adding Your Next Offering, and Evaluating Major Business Moves 41:09

4M ago41:09

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Alex Harris is the co-founder of Fiat Growth, the Fintech market’s leading growth consultancy, and the co-founder and general partner of Fiat Ventures. Prior to founding Fiat Growth, Alex led Paid Growth and Partnerships at Chime, leading them from Series A to becoming a Unicorn at Series D. Chime is the largest neobank in the US with nearly 20M+ m…

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Taylor Crane - Founder of Fractional Jobs: Pros and Cons of Taking Venture Capital, Bootstrapping vs. Taking Investment, and Cost-Effective Acquisition 51:42

4M ago51:42

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Taylor Crane is the Founder of Fractional Jobs. Fractional Jobs is the job board for startups to reach and recruit fractional talent. These are part-time leaders embedded into startups to help them scale Before Fractional Jobs, Taylor founded Clubs Poker, which he started in 2020 and sold in 2023. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to turn a proble…

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Andy & Peter Holden: A Filial History of Nest Building 55:15

4M ago55:15

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At the launch of his latest video installation at the Tate St Ives, artist Andy Holden meets with David Oakes to discuss the creativity present within the bird world. But, whilst exploring avian aesthetics, Andy's artwork - "A Natural History of Nest Building" - also explores the roles of nature versus nurture at an additional level. This exhibitio…

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Paul Monasterio - CEO and Co-Founder of Kalepa: Being Transparent, Finding the Ideal Co-Founder, and First Customers 48:31

4M ago48:31

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Paul Monasterio is the CEO and Co-Founder of Kalepa. Kalepa's AI-powered Copilot workbench empowers underwriters to write more profitable business faster. Kalepa was recognized as one of the most innovative insurtechs in the world as part of FinTech Global’s Insurtech 100 in 2022 and 2023. Before founding Kalepa, Paul was an executive at Facebook, …

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Episode 98: Songs of the Cowboys with Rex Rideout 39:53

4M ago39:53

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Old-time musician Rex Rideout discusses the life and times of the first cowboy song collector Jack Thorp. Rex discusses the events that led to Thorp's search for cowboy songs, Thorp's book of Songs of the Cowboys, the story of Little Joe the Wrangler, and Thorp's banjo. Find out more about Rex at http://www.timetravelmusic.com Find out more about C…

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Alex Frommeyer - Co-Founder and CEO of Beam Benefits: Founder vs. CEO, Creating a Feedback Culture, and Building a Midwest Startup 54:16

4M ago54:16

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Alex Frommeyer is the co-founder and CEO of Beam Benefits, a digitally-led employee benefits company that offers dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental health coverage. The company simplifies and modernizes the $100+ billion ancillary benefits industry through its intuitive online platform, self-service tools, AI-powered underwriting, a…

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Sam Rose - Founder & CEO of Mvnifest: Storytelling, Working with Friends & Family, Living a Boundaryless Life 46:33

5M ago46:33

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Sam Rose is the Founder and CEO of Mvnifest, a full-stack product agency and 3PL. Before Mvnifest, Sam founded the award-winning kitchenware brand GIR, which she led as CEO until its acquisition by Pattern Brands in 2021. In this episode, you’ll learn: The power of storytelling The Best Day Ever Problem What a boundaryless life looks like How to wo…

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Joe Emison - Co-Founder and CTO of Branch Insurance: Maintaining Culture, Recruit Bootcamps, and Maximizing Junior Employees 50:47

5M ago50:47

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Joe Emison is the Co-Founder and CTO of Branch Insurance. Branch is an insurance carrier that makes it simple to bundle home and auto insurance. Branch was listed on GlassDoor’s Best Places to Work in 2022 and 2023. Before Branch, Joe founded BuildFax (acquired by Verisk), Spaceful (acquired by DMGT), and BluePrince (acquired by Harris Computer). J…

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Dr David Hetherington: Reintroducing the Lynx lynx lynx to our Cairngorms (a cat so enigmatic that they named it thrice!) 1:02:29

5M ago1:02:29

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Dr David Hetherington is an expert on the Eurasian Lynx and the beneficial links Lynx (Lynx lynx lynx) can manifest within our complicated British ecosystems. What he doesn’t know about the Lynx’s rich history across Europe is not worth knowing: Hear why Hildegard von Bingen thought drinking Lynx urine was highly beneficial; when exactly(ish) Lynx …

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Omid Bakhshandeh - Co-Founder of Verneek: Evaluating AI Companies, Challenges in the AI Market, and Building a Network 44:25

5M ago44:25

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Omid Bakhshandeh is the Co-Founder of Verneek. Verneek’s mission is to build the most helpful AI, enabling anyone to interact with any environment using intelligent conversational interfaces with deep domain expertise. Omid has two decades of experience in the research and development of AI systems, having founded and successfully led various AI te…

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Sam Jacobs - Founder & CEO of Pavilion: Taking Control of Your Life, Managing Hypergrowth, and Mindset 39:53

5M ago39:53

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Sam Jacobs is the Founder and CEO of Pavilion, the essential community-powered learning platform for CEOs, GTM leaders, and their teams. Today, over 10,000 people are paid subscribers to the Pavilion community. Before Pavilion, Sam spent 15 years as a senior revenue leader at VC-backed companies in the New York area, including Gerson Lehrman Group,…

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Jason Molnar - Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Infinity Labs: Internal Motivation, Sales by Saturation, and Fostering Innovation 42:19

5M ago42:19

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Jason Molnar is the Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Infinity Labs. Infinity Labs is a technology company that delivers innovative solutions in various domains. Jason is a decorated U.S. Army combat veteran. He serves on the board of directors of Operation Socrates, a non-profit organization that supports veterans and their families, and on…

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Robin Dimond - Founder and CEO of Fifth & Cor: Building Partnerships, Hosting Events, and Creating Experiences 48:14

6M ago48:14

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Robin Dimond is the Founder and CEO of Fifth & Cor. Fifth & Cor is at the intersection of strategy, innovation, and creativity. They’re an Innovation and Immersive Marketing company harnessing the best tools to support brands, consumers, and communities. Robin brings over 18 years of marketing experience. She also aspires to uplift communities by s…

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