Welcome to That Tech Pod, a podcast co-hosted by Laura Milstein, Gabi Schulte and Kevin Albert. Each Tuesday, That Tech Pod will feature in depth discussions about data privacy, cybersecurity, eDiscovery, and tech innovations with heavy hitters in the industry. Subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Visit thattechpod.com for more information.
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Welcome to BluWave’s Karma School of Business, hosted by Sean Mooney, the Founder & CEO of BluWave, an intelligent B2B marketplace serving the world’s top business builders. As you listen, you’ll learn insights and best practices from leading and influential private equity professionals, visionary business executives, and one-of-a-kind industry thought leaders who will help you take meaningful action, improve your business, and enhance your life. To learn more, visit: https://bit.ly/3oPBjs8
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Join host Kevin Riley for in-depth interviews with the pillars of the rock-climbing community. We’ll be speaking with athletes, writers and photographers, industry VIPS, and, of course, the Climbing editorial staff to discuss breaking news and the pressing issues of the day. Whether you’re an elite alpinist, a recreational sport climber, a die-hard trad climber, or a vFun boulderer—this podcast is for you.
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News, interviews, and discussion from the Libertarian Party Mises Caucus and Mises PAC.
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Interstellar Innovations: Exploring the Universe of Space Technology with John Conafay
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Today Kevin and Laura speak with John Conafay about space technology. We talk about John's origin story and a desire to stop human trafficking. We also share eclipse stories and why space matters to normal people (GPS, & Tinder?) and if they can really view a license plate from space. We also talk about John's company, Integrate, and its mission, w…
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FOIA in Focus - FOIA Experts Weigh In From DGI's eDiscovery, Records and Information Management Conference
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In this bonus pod, Kevin and Laura talk about FOIAs. You get to hear a few excerpts from the panel session Kevin moderated at the Digital Government Institute's eDiscovery, Records and Information Management Conference. Kevin was joined on stage with Michael Sarich of the VA and Michael Heise from EEOC. As the volume of digital information continue…
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Private Equity Insights: Q1 2024, Charging Through the Storm
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Explore the private equity landscape of early 2024 with Sean Mooney, founder and CEO of BluWave, in this insightful episode of the "Karma School of Business Podcast." Utilizing BluWave's extensive data, Sean offers a deep dive into the latest trends, strategic shifts, and economic indicators shaping the private equity sector. This episode provides …
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How to Win Friends and Influence Customers (Without Annoying Them) with Alex Levin
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Today Kevin and Laura talk with Alex Levin about overcoming spam, unsolicited messages and the future of customer outreach. We talk about the history of spam, the communication marketing arms race, the definition of unsolicited messages and consent. We also learn about the ROI of the various types of outreach, gorilla marketing, if people actually …
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Private Equity Spotlight: The Art of the Deal with OpenGate's Josh Adams
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In this episode of the "Karma School of Business Podcast," host Sean Mooney sits down with Josh Adams, Partner at OpenGate Capital, to explore the intricacies of the private equity industry. This conversation sheds light on the strategic and operational approaches that drive success in private equity investments, particularly focusing on corporate …
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Comfortably Numb: Why We Can't Protect Our Data Privacy with Alan Chapell
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Today Laura and Kevin speak with privacy expert Alan Chapell about digital media and privacy. We talk about the FBI and CIA tracking our phones, how we have become numb to personal surveillance, the Chappell Report, credit at the expense of privacy, why we can't delete Facebook even though we all know we should, Alan's musical talent, stopping by a…
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Private Equity Spotlight: Value and Vision with John Caple of Hidden Harbor
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In this enlightening episode of the Karma School of Business Podcast, host Sean Mooney welcomes John Caple, Partner at Hidden Harbor Capital Partners, for an in-depth discussion on the intricacies of private equity. With a career that spans from management consulting at Bain to pivotal roles at HIG Capital and now Hidden Harbor, John offers a compr…
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The Netflix for Food? AI-Driven Personalized Food Recommendations with Fisayo Oluwadiya
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Today Laura and Gabi are joined by Fisayo Oluwadiya to talk about Resactly, which is an AI powered personalized food recommendation service. We hear about Fisayo's origin story, building AI models with Vertex AI, the different stages of AI algorithms, her plans for the future (continue on for world domination or sell?), Chef Kwame Onwuachi and Dogo…
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Elevating Everyday: Private Equity Pros Share Transformative Life Hacks
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In this standout episode of the Karma School of Business Podcast, host Sean Mooney compiles an array of life hacks shared by prominent figures in the private equity world. As we navigate the complexities of both the private equity industry and our personal lives, finding ways to streamline our daily routines is invaluable. This episode brings toget…
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How GenAI Will Kill the Billable Hour with CEO of Merlin Search Technologies John Tredennick
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Today Kevin and Laura talk with John Tredennick, the founder and CEO of Merlin Search Technologies. We talk about why John is not chilling on a catamaran in the South Pacific somewhere after the sale of Catalyst, how Merlin's approach to generative AI differs from others in the industry, the advantages that GenAI brings to eDiscovery and why they a…
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Private Equity Spotlight: Doron Grosman on Shaping Success Across Sectors
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In this insightful episode of the Karma School of Business Podcast, special guest host Rena Frackt, Managing Director and Head of Client Coverage at BluWave, engages in a profound conversation with Doron Grosman, a seasoned figure in the private equity landscape. Grosman, known for his roles as a serial CEO, private equity operating partner, and in…
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Today Kevin and Laura talk with Artem Koren, the Chief Product Officer and Co-Founder of Sembly AI. We chat about product management, consulting, AI, keeping chatbots on track (unlike Meta and X's chatbots), dealing with obscure languages, laundry mishaps and more! Sembly records, transcribes and generates smart meeting summaries with meeting minut…
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Private Equity Spotlight: The Art of Value Creation and Global Expansion with Livingbridge's Curt Kahn
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In this engaging episode of the Karma School of Business Podcast, host Sean Mooney, founder and CEO of BluWave, sits down with Curt Kahn, Investor and Head of US Operations at Livingbridge. Curt shares his unconventional journey into the private equity world, starting from consulting roles at Booz Allen and PricewaterhouseCoopers to an operational …
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Opal CEO Umaimah Khan Shares Her Journey Through the Dark Side of Startups and Working in Identity and Access Management
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Today Laura and Kevin speak with Umaimah Khan, the CEO of Opal Security. We talk about Umaimah's journey from home schooler to CEO, leaving the tin foil hat tribe, not being able to shadow run life, working for the DoD and health startups and how that impacted the genesis of Opal, spreadsheets of DOOM, carcinization, IAM being a productivity issue,…
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Private Equity Spotlight: Crafting the Independent Sponsor Model with Grant Kornman of Align Collaborate
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In this insightful episode of the Karma School of Business Podcast, host Sean Mooney, founder and CEO of BluWave, engages in a fascinating dialogue with Grant Korman, Partner at Align Collaborate. As innovators within the private equity sector, both Sean and Grant share their unique journeys of creating segments that previously didn't exist, offeri…
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Should You Hire a Tech Therapist? With Joe Gross, Director of Solution Engineering at Graylog
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Today Kevin and Laura chat with Joe Gross about the cross over of sales and tech. We discuss the role of a tech therapist, a sales engineer, the power of a 10 minute demo, the difference between "pizza tech" and "people tech" people, convenient truths versus outright lies, the first 5 people you should hire and so much more! Joe Gross is the Direct…
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Private Equity Spotlight: A New Chapter - Eric Hansen's Transition to Blue Sea Capital
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In this engaging episode of the Karma School of Business Podcast, Sean Mooney, founder and CEO of BluWave, sits down with Eric Hansen, a partner at Blue Sea Capital and a significant figure in the development of the middle market within the private equity industry. This conversation offers an in-depth look at Eric's unconventional journey from the …
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Everything You Want to Know About Data Privacy and Energy with Colin Gounden
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Today Laura and Kevin talk to Colin Gounden the CEO and co-founder of VIA about privacy and energy. We discuss why data privacy matters in energy, if the average person really cares about privacy, compensating renters for sharing in energy conservation, how EV owners think about privacy, which countries are the most (and least) advanced in data pri…
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Private Equity Innovator of the Year: Kevin McAllister, Access Holdings
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Dive into the transformative world of private equity in this insightful episode of the Karma School of Business Podcast, featuring Kevin McAllister, the visionary Founder and Managing Partner at Access Holdings. Honored as BluWave's 2024 Private Equity Innovator of the Year, Kevin discusses the innovative strategies that propel Access Holdings to i…
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Why Crowdsourcing is the Key to Uncovering Cybersecurity Threats with Philippe Humeau, the Founder of CrowdSec
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Today Laura and Kevin are joined by Philippe Humeau to chat about crowdsourcing cyber security. They discuss the pros and cons of opensource software for cyber security, the consensus algorithm, Captain America Syndrome, the true scale of Cyber Crime, whether being hacked boils down to a budget problem, renting alpacas, hugging alpacas, alpaca clot…
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Private Equity Spotlight: Building Success with Tim Schulte of Council Capital
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Join the Karma School of Business Podcast, as host Sean Mooney sits down with Tim Schulte, Partner at Council Capital, to explore the nuanced world of private equity and the art of business growth. Tim's diverse background, from consulting to startups, has shaped his approach to value creation and investment in the healthcare sector. 1:37 - From Hi…
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This Valentine's Day, Fall in Love with Consilio and AI with Raj Chandrasekar, the Chief Technology and Innovation Officer of Consilio
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For a special in-person recording, today Laura and Kevin sit down with Raj Chandrasekar, the Chief Technology and Innovation Officer of Consilio. We talk all things AI including Consilio's Complete AI Suite, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), if hallucinations will slow eDiscovery's adoption of GenAI and whether its a good idea to use ChatGPT to…
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Tom Woods joins Aaron to discuss his new book, Diary of a Psychosis: How Public Health Disgraced Itself During COVID Mania. TakeHumanAction.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/misescaucus/message
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Private Equity Spotlight: The Growth Stage Playbook with Erica Blob of Brighton Park Capital
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In this must-listen episode of the Karma School of Business Podcast, host Sean Mooney is joined by Erica Blob, Partner at Brighton Park Capital, for an insightful discussion that delves into the intricate world of growth-stage investing. Erica brings a wealth of experience from her dynamic journey through the finance sector, from investment banking…
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Why Ethics, Regulations And Guardrails Are Needed to Shape Responsible AI with Booz Allen Hamilton's CTO Susan Penfield and Credo AI's CEO Navrina Singh
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Today Laura and Kevin are joined by Booz Allen Hamilton's CTO Susan Penfield and Credo AI's CEO Navrina Singh to talk about responsible AI. We chat about their partnership, the origins of AI, who the early and late adaptors of AI are, the differences between public and private models and so, so much more! You don't want to miss this amazing convers…
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Legalweek 2024 Recap with Doug Austin and Jen Sherman
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Today Laura and Kevin are discussing Legal Week 2024 on this special bonus episode of That Tech Pod! From new and emerging trends to the latest developments in legal technology, they'll give you an inside look at everything that's happening on the conference floor, at the sessions, at the events surrounding the conference and so much more! We discu…
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Private Equity Spotlight: Overcoming Adversity with Andrew Joy of Hidden Harbor
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The private equity landscape is teeming with stories of transformation and success, but few are as gripping and inspiring as that of Andrew Joy, Partner at Hidden Harbor Capital Partners. In this episode of the Karma School of Business Podcast, host Sean Mooney engages in an in-depth conversation with Andrew, whose life story is a profound testamen…
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Legalweek 2024 Spotlight: Casepoint's Innovative Story with Amy Hilbert and Amit Dungarani
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Today Laura and Kevin are live at Legalweek 2024 and met up with Amy Hilbert and Amit Dungarani of Casepoint. We discuss all things Legalweek, Legalweek's relevance in 2024, whether this conference is better in March instead of January, what makes Casepoint different, why Casepoint decided to focus on government when everyone else was shifting towa…
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Private Equity Predictions: Tackling 2024's Opportunities and Challenges
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Dive into the future of private equity with host Sean Mooney on the Karma School of Business Podcast, as he analyzes the industry's trajectory, reflecting on 2023 and forecasting the trends of 2024. This episode is a must-listen for professionals eager to grasp the transformative events of the past year and the strategic moves shaping the next grow…
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Fintech Solutions Changing the Healthcare Landscape with Tim Hwang
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Today Kevin and Laura speak with Tim Hwang about what it means to be an entrepreneur, the difficulty for medical professions to get financing, doctors as businesses, whether we should switch to a fee for service model, why vets make way less than other medical professionals and whether it makes sense to become a corrupt doctor. Tim Hwang is a highl…
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Is Gabi Gone?? Plus Our Legalweek Announcement
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Today on the pod we find out if Gabi is GONE! Plus Gabi, Laura and Kevin share our updates and upcoming Legalweek announcements.By Laura Milstein, Gabriela Schulte and Kevin Albert
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Suzanne Yoon, Kinzie Capital | Charting the Course of Value Creation in Private Equity
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The private equity landscape is replete with opportunities for those who dare to take the leap, and this episode of the Karma School of Business Podcast is a testament to that very notion. Join host Sean Mooney as he engages in a captivating dialogue with Suzanne Yoon, the Founder and Managing Partner of Kinzie Capital. Suzanne's journey from the d…
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Can You Get a Job in Under 6 Minutes? with Jodie Zerega
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Today Laura and Kevin chat with Jodie Zerega. Jodie is a highly experienced legal recruiter and founder of Zerega Consulting, a recruiting firm that specializes in placing attorneys in law firms, corporations, and non-profit organizations. With the recent launch of the Attorney Jobs app, Jodie can also share a unique perspective on how technology i…
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Chris "Bootleg" Darnell (vice chair of LPTN and host of Not a Real Podcast) updates Aaron on how the LP and other activists in Tennessee are fighting for 2A rights, Defend the Guard legislation, and ballot access. TakeHumanAction.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/misescaucus/message…
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Emily Holdman, Permanent Equity | The Art of Lasting Partnerships in Private Equity
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The private equity industry won't want to miss this insightful episode of the Karma School of Business Podcast, as host Sean Mooney welcomes Emily Holdman, Managing Director at Permanent Equity. Emily shares her unconventional route into the private equity world, highlighting the importance of diverse on-ramps into the industry. With a background i…
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Everything You Need to Know about the New Generative AI Platform Google Gemini with Fergus Hurley
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Today Kevin and Laura talk with Fergus Hurley. Fergus is the is the co-founder of Google’s AI-powered compliance intelligence platform, Checks. We chat about Google's new AI platform, Gemini. We learn what multimodal AI is and how this is different from Bard and OpenAI. We discuss using Gen AI in the entrainment industry and the writer's strike. We…
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What I Wish I Knew: Private Equity Leaders' Advice to Their Younger Selves
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In this reflective episode of the Karma School of Business Podcast, we gather pearls of wisdom from seasoned private equity veterans and business builders as they share the advice they would give their 22-year-old selves. With insights that span from embracing resilience to the power of authenticity, this episode is a guidebook for both personal an…
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That Tech Pod's Predictions for Top Tech in 2024
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As we navigate the ever-evolving landscape of technology, 2024 promises to be a year of exciting advancements. That's why this week Laura and Kevin make predictions for the top technology of 2024. Plus we're together and in a bar! We breakdown our top companies and gadgets fantasy football draft style. We also want to thank you for listening in 202…
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DJ Peter Schroeder Got Us Fallin' In Love (with VOIP Phones)
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Have you ever wondered what it takes to survive a plane crash and bounce back from it? Today Laura and Kevin chat with Peter Schroeder, an entrepreneurial DJ who has done exactly that. Not only has he overcome a traumatic plane crash, but he has also risen to become one of Denmark's top DJs, entertaining audiences of up to 180,000! In addition to h…
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e133—Bob Murphy on the morality and practicality of pacifism
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On a very special Christmas episode of Decentralized Revolution, Bob Murphy (host of The Bob Murphy Show, author of Choice Cooperation, Enterprise, and Human Action) joins Aaron Harris to discuss his views on the morality and practicality of pacifism. TakeHumanAction.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/misescauc…
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Business Builders' Bookshelf: Essential Reads for Strategic Success
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In this special episode of the Karma School of Business Podcast, we bring you a curated list of impactful book recommendations from our esteemed private equity industry guests, offering a wealth of knowledge to enhance your strategic thinking and personal growth. 1:34 – Author Nick Shaw's poignant and insightful "My Teacher, My Son," is a book that…
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Combat Impersonators and AI-generated Deepfakes with Human Identity Proofing with CEO of Nametag Aaron Painter
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Today Laura and Kevin chat with Aaron Painter, the CEO of Nametag Inc. After watching too many friends and family members fall victim to identity theft and online fraud, Aaron Painter assembled a team of security and tech experts to build the next generation of online account protection. We speak about facial recognition, Microsoft's culture, deep …
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Nick Shaw, Mirrorbox Leadership Lab | 'My Teacher, My Son: Lessons on Life, Loss, and Love'
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In this deeply moving episode of the Karma School of Business podcast, hosted by BluWave's Founder and CEO, Sean Mooney, we sit down with Nick Shaw, co-founder of Mirrorbox Leadership Lab and author of My Teacher, My Son. Nick shares his personal journey through an unimaginable tragedy that led him to profound revelations about life, empathy, and t…
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Why Smart Businesses are Embracing Fractional Product Management with Jessica Kohel
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Today Laura and Kevin speak with Jessica Nelson Kohel about fractional product management. We chat about the differences between fractional and consulting, the pros and cons of contractors, starting a business in today's market, the best shoe brands, Laura's height, and whether we to expect to see Laura and Jessica running marathons in the near fut…
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Dave Feierstein, Ronin Equity Partners | Transforming Business with a Hybrid Investor-Operator Approach
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In this riveting episode of the Karma School of Business podcast, we delve into the private equity world with Dave Feierstein, Co-founder and Managing Partner at Ronin Equity Partners. Join our host, Sean Mooney, BluWave's Founder and CEO, as he engages Dave in a conversation that traverses his entrepreneurial beginnings to his current innovative s…
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How to Kill Someone and Get Rid of the Body Without a Shovel with Cyber Mercenary Chris Rock
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Today Kevin and Laura speak with Chris Rock (no, not that one!) about being a cyber mercenary, a world of fake babies whose “burner identities” could be used to rake in millions, his book The Baby Harvest, hacking the TED talk people and the benefits of having a celebrity's name and so much more! Chris Rock is a Cyber Mercenary who has worked in th…
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ACEDS New International eDiscovery Executive Certificate Program with Michael Quartararo
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Today on That Tech Pod, Laura and Kevin chat with Michael Quartararo, the President of the Association of Certified E-Discovery Specialists (ACEDS) about the International eDiscovery Executive Certificate Program. ACEDS provides training and certification in e-discovery and professional development courses to corporate legal departments, law firms …
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Eric Jensen, Nordic Capital | Achieving Operational Excellence: A Look into M&A and Talent Strategy in Private Equity
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In this episode, BluWave Founder and CEO, Sean Mooney, catches up with Eric Jensen, Operations Director at Nordic Capital. They explore the current dynamics of the M&A market, the significance of preparing businesses for the M&A process, and the growing importance of aligning the right roles with the right people. Also, Sean and Eric delve into the…
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Can We Really Trust Secure Messaging Apps? with CEO of Kryotech and Creator of Vox Messenger JB Benjamin
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Today Kevin and Laura speak with JB ‘Jor-El’ Benjamin, the Founder of Kryotech Ltd. We discuss secure messaging apps, crypto and the blockchain. We also chat ethical AI, the UK's AI framework and whether we should trust the Musk's and Altman's of the world. JB isn't your run-of-the-mill developer; he's a tech maverick reshaping the digital landscap…
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Should You Hire a Fractional CTO? with Oshri Cohen
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Today Laura and Kevin chat with Oshri Cohen about what it means to be a fractional CTO versus a full-time CTO and whether or not you can or should consider vending out your C-suite. With Kevin’s past CTO roles, this one hits close to home and gets a little tense… Oshri Cohen is an expert technologist in more languages, frameworks, architectures and…
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