Best Cintia Podcasts (2024)

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah interviews Cintia Mano, CEO of Core Angels, a global angel investor network. Cintia discusses her journey in investing in 27 startups and leading Core Angels to develop 11 angel funds across various countries. They explore the importance of investing across geographies and verticals, encouraging more…

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Piers Linney: How This Dragon Struck Gold | Episode 43 1:01:00

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In this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah sits down with Piers Linney, known for his role on The Dragon's Den and The Secret Millionaire. Piers shares his journey from delivering newspapers to law, banking, and tech, discussing his 45x exit on his Dragon portfolio and thoughts on AI's impact on SMEs and nation states. They delve into DEI, am…

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Summer to Fall Transition: Tips for a smooth shift in routine and mindset. 19:56

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Kids and adults are wrapping up all kinds of summer fun these days in the northern hemisphere. I want to share a few tips for a smooth shift in routine and mindset. I hope you enjoy them! More

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Fred Hoch: From Theater to Strategy | Episode 41 34:32

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In this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah interviews Fred Hoch, co-founder of TechNexus, a Chicago-based venture collaborative. They delve into topics such as building communities, driving the evolution of software as a service, corporate innovation, the role of CFOs in championing innovation, the state of venture capital, and the opportunit…

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Ne Me Quitte Pas 11:30

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Cintia asks Matthew to read Ne Me Quitte Pas ('Don't Leave Me'), a song by Belgian singer-songwriter Jacques Brel, written in 1959.By Read it to me

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Amman Ahmed: Building a Business for Man's Best Friend | Episode 40 45:14

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On this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish interviews Amman Ahmed, the founder of Music for Pets, a business providing relaxing music and TV for pets. Amman shares his journey of discovering what type of CEO he wanted to be, from struggling with focus in university to building a successful business reaching 50 million cats and dogs with minimal ma…

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Summer Health Challenge Wins 23:19

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Let's talk about wins! What happens when you decide to take on a health challenge for 10 weeks?

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Nicola Sinclair: The Evolution of Military Innovation | Episode 39 46:07

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In this episode of Nothing Ventured with Aarish Shah, Nicola Sinclair, founder of Twin Track Ventures, discusses the evolution of military technology from sharing one laptop among eight people to the current state of defense services. The conversation delves into topics such as utilizing drones with guns, printing aircraft parts for quicker repairs…

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Rejection is a learning tool 2:58

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I hope you enjoy these lessons on facing rejection.

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If 8:33

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Matthew asks Cintia to read If, a poem by Rudyard Kipling, written in 1895 and published in 1910.By Read it to me

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When gathering your family for devotional is hard 5:58

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If you have a hard time getting your family together for devotional you will enjoy this episode! Here is a written version of it.

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Jan Reichelt: Navigating the EdTech Landscape | Episode 38 43:36

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On this episode of Nothing Ventured, Jan Reichelt, founding partner of Tenex Founders, discusses the global nature of education and edtech. Jan shares insights on creating value, trusting your instincts as a founder, and seizing opportunities. He emphasizes the importance of having investors with founder backgrounds in Europe. Tune in to learn abou…

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End of Summer Questions 9:03

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How is your summer going? I hope you find inspiration in this episode to make it a better end of summer!

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Weight Watchers Words I stopped saying 23:27

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Edward Kliphuis: The Future of Healthcare | Episode 37 32:44

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On this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah interviews Edward Kliphuis, a partner at Softenover Partners, about leveraging technology to address challenges in healthcare. They discuss the transformative potential of the convergence of computation and healthcare, strategies for integrating new technologies into healthcare, and the concept of la…

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Summer Health Challenge Week 6 5:53

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Today I'm reflecting on the previous month of this challenge. Join the challenge here

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England v Slovakia 8:56

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Cintia asks Matthew to read the BBC website match report of the Euro 2024 Round of 16 game between England and Slovakia.By Read it to me

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Asif Ahmed: Unleashing Creativity in Business | Episode 36 37:04

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In this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah discusses the importance of focusing on what founders need rather than what they want with Asif Ahmed, partner at Cooper Parry. They delve into topics such as founder-advisor fit, the legal implications of R&D for founders, and the rise of solopreneurs in the startup ecosystem. Join them as they shar…

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What I learned Spring 2024 16:29

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Being in the receiving end of negative words can be tough. I learned a lot of lessons on this topic I'd love to share with you.

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Summer Health Challenge: NEAD 15:43

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Today I give you an update on the past week of my health challenge. I speak about No Eating After Dinner (NEAD).

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Summer Health Challenge: night routine 15:43

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I decided to improve my health this summer. Enjoy this update!

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Lyuba Guk & David Gilgur: Ukrainian Startups and the Global Tech Landscape | Episode 35 56:24

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On this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah interviews Lyuba Guk and David Gulka, co-founders of Blue Lake, a VC firm supporting immigrant founders in the UK. They discuss the resilience of the Ukrainian ecosystem, transitioning from SMEs to investing in migrant founders, the prevalence of migrants in founding unicorn ventures, and the importa…

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The Communist Manifesto 16:45

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Matthew asks Cintia to read passages from The Communist Manifesto, by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels, published in 1848.By Read it to me

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Kiran Mehta: Balancing Growth and Capital Efficiency | Episode 34 47:36

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On this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah chats with Kiran Mehta from Mercia Ventures about the importance of doing what you love and excelling at it rather than trying to live in a parallel universe. They discuss the significance of working with smart people, navigating the chaos of venture capital, and how good founders can succeed in any …

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Tamta Gamezardashvili: Breaking Down the Power Dynamic in VC Fundraising | Episode 33 50:47

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Today on Nothing Ventured, Tamta Gamezardashvili discusses the challenges VCs face in raising capital, the dynamics of power and ego in investment, and the importance of equal opportunities. Tamta shares insights on gender differences in asking for money, her work in bringing women into the VC space, and her contrarian approach to questioning norms…

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The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock 19:28

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Cintia asks Matthew to read The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock, a poem by T.S. Eliot, published in 1915. X @readittomepodBy Read it to me

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Summer in the Teen Years 22:53

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If you are a parent, you are running summer camp during the summer. Today I tell you about a helpful approach to parenting teens in the summer.

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Steve O'Hear: From Tech Journalism to CEO | Episode 32 51:54

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On this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah discusses the misunderstood quick commerce space with Steve O'Hear, founder of O'Hear & Co. They delve into attracting paying customers for convenience, the role of journalists in the hype cycle, signals for early-stage investors, and the impact of excessive press coverage on a company's image. Tune …

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Summer Challenge Week 1 5:22

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The first week of my 10-week summer challenge wasn't perfect but I made progress. More details on the challenge here

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Henry Goodwin & Shwetank Verma: Cross-Continental Ventures | Episode 31 36:36

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In this episode of "Nothing Ventured," Aarish Shah discusses how Singapore has been stimulating the early stage tech ecosystem with guests Henry Goodwin and Shwetank Verma from Leo Capital. They delve into topics like the India Advantage, the global talent pool from India, startups listing on the Indian Stock Exchange, entering the Nordics market, …

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Summer Health Challenge 17:14

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Ready to gain control of your health? Join me for a 10-week summer health challenge! More details on the blog!

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Mads Jensen and Dan Bowyer: The Future of European Venture Capital | Episode 30 44:51

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In this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah interviews Mads Jensen and Dan Bowyer, general partners at Superseed. They discuss the growing interest in AI and its impact on business. They also delve into the evolution of European venture capital, highlighting the increase in funding over the years. The conversation touches on the need for a Eur…

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Geronimo! Riding the Very Terrible 1914 Tour of Italy 13:46

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Matthew asks Cintia to read a passage from Geronimo! - Riding the Very Terrible Tour of Italy, by Tim Moore, published in 2014.By Read it to me

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Ash Arora: The Journey from Crypto Trader to VC Partner | Episode 29 51:01

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Today on Nothing Ventured, Ash Arora, the youngest partner at LocalGlobe, shares her journey into venture capital, her deep dive into Bitcoin for Citibank, and her insights into the early days of the crypto community. She discusses her extensive interview process with LocalGlobe and explains the challenges in blockchain technology, highlighting the…

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Goals Update 22:38

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How am I doing with my goals for the year? How can you review your goals?

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Sunday Seven 19:17

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A simple reflection of my week.

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How to find time to do what you love 19:17

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I hope these tips help you! - from the SimplyCintia.com Archive

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Christian Tooley: From Corporate to Queer Capital | Episode 28 42:45

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On this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah interviews Christian Tooley, founder of iCubed Investing, discussing the transition from consulting to venture capital. They explore iCubed's focus on investing in post-product pre-revenue companies in the UK, their efforts to unlock queer capital, and their partnership with Crunchbase to highlight d…

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Coração Selvagem 11:05

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Cintia asks Matthew to read Coração Selvagem, a song by Belchior, released in 1977. X @readittomepodBy Read it to me

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George Askew & Sam Ettelaie: Breaking Down Barriers for Aspiring VCs | Episode 27 39:34

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On this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Aarish Shah sits down with George Askew and Sam Ettelaie, co-founders of Thema, a platform supporting emerging managers in launching venture capital strategies. They discuss fund structuring, regulation, and the impact of patient capital on the ecosystem. With Thema already attracting over 450 funds within …

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Sean Williams: Lessons in Linguistic Engineering | Episode 26 45:49

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In this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Aarish Shah interviews Sean Williams, the founder and CEO of Autogen AI. Sean shares insights on learning from failures, the role of managers in delivering results, staying focused amidst distractions, and the significance of linguistic engineering in business. He also discusses his journey with investors a…

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What I know for sure about Busy Weeks 19:17

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Busy weeks happen to all of us. I recently wrote about this topic and the 7 things I learned. Enjoy!

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Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency 10:55

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Matthew asks Cintia to read a passage from Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency, a novel by Douglas Adams, published in 1987. X @readittomepodBy Read it to me

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Enis Hulli: From Air Conditioning to Venture Capital | Episode 25 34:07

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In this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah sits down with Enis Hulli, a general partner at 500 Emerging Europe. They discuss Enis' journey from listening to VC podcasts to launching a fund, his shift from being risk-averse to investing, and the importance of boots on the ground for pre-seed and seed investments. They also delve into how 500 E…

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Mohamed Abou-Alam: Bridging Tech and Medicine | Episode 24 45:55

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This episode of Nothing Ventured features a discussion with Mohamed Abou-Alam about the challenges and strategies in the tech and venture ecosystem. They explore topics like managing chronic conditions with data, building multidisciplinary teams, quantifying impact to LPs, regulatory and commercial outcomes, transitioning roles in the industry, and…

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The Picture of Dorian Gray 9:15

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After hunting around in the loft, Cintia asks Matthew to read passages from The Picture of Dorian Gray, a novel by Oscar Wilde, first published in 1890. X @readittomepodBy Read it to me

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How to actually enjoy Easter 19:16

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A few tips to enjoy Easter with your family. More here

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Nik Sharma & Mo Alomari: The Future of Tech Bio: | Episode 23 28:10

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In this episode of Nothing Ventured, we delve into the world of tech bio with co-founders Nik Sharma and Mo Alomari from BioCortex. They discuss reflecting biology in silico, NASA-inspired strategies, and the importance of trust in co-founder relationships. Learn how BioCortex is revolutionizing therapeutic development with insights backed by Hoxto…

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Easter Practices for Busy Families 19:29

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Easter is almost here! I reflect on how my busy family connects with God during this season.

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