Best Mina And Dad Podcasts (2024)

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S11E14 - This Water Tech won CES 2020: Where are they now? 1:01:16

3h ago1:01:16

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Hydraloop stole the show despite Samsung, Sony, or Mercedes aiming at big bangs. Yet, how easy is it to create a category in the #WaterSector? More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ #️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in this Video #️⃣ 🔗 Hydraloop's website: https://www.hydraloop.com/ 🔗 Netflix - Brav…

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Episode 3: The One Where Eowyn Slays, Denethor Burns & Aragorn Brings it 54:30

6h ago54:30

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Join Kritter and Jessica as the action rises through book 5 chapters 6 through 8. Dernhelm revealed! Denethor is done for! Aragorn saves so many! And we aren't even halfway yet, folks. Don’t forget to follow us at But Are There Dragons on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, and But Dragons Pod, just one t, on X, formerly known as Twitter. You…

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S11E13 - The World's Best Water Entrepreneur Actually Runs a Charity 55:49

17m ago55:49

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Gary White and his co-founder Matt Damon have enabled water access for over 66 million people! How? Let's find out. More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ #️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in this Episode #️⃣ 🔗 Water.org's website 🔗 Water Equity's website 🔗 The World Bank's "Funding a Water Secure F…

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"Poor People are not a Problem, They are a Market to be Served!" - Gary White (Water.org) 1:00

18m ago1:00

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Gary White, co-founder of Water.org, has been at the forefront of innovative solutions for water access. Alongside Matt Damon, White has provided water and sanitation to over 66 million people through the WaterCredit program. Unlike traditional charity models, WaterCredit offers loans to individuals for water and sanitation projects, which are repa…

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Episode 2: The One with a Terrible Dad, General Gandalf, & Theoden's Charge 57:50

10h ago57:50

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Kritter and Jessica continue their journey through The Return of the King, embarking on Book 5, chapters 3-5. Join them as they discuss the parallel journeys of Merry and Pippin, hear their thoughts on Denethor, and spend some time picturing our beloved White Wizard cosplaying as a military leader. Don’t forget to follow us at But Are There Dragons…

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S11E12 - How Adionics Took a Bold Stand in the Competitive DLE Landscape 45:52

4d ago45:52

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Imagine transforming the way we extract one of the most critical elements for our green future—lithium. Adionics may be that game-changer in the Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) market, with their solvent extraction process! More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ #️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in …

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The Future of Lithium Extraction: A Deep Dive into DLE Technologies - Gabriel Toffani (Adionics) 2:39

4d ago2:39

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Adionics, a French company specializing in advanced ionic solutions, has developed a breakthrough technology for lithium extraction known as Flionex. This solvent extraction process is distinguished by its high selectivity, extracting lithium without removing other elements such as boron, potassium, or magnesium. This results in extremely pure lith…

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Episode 1: The One with Minas Tirith, Eowyn's Cage, & Paths of the Dead! 1:03:25

4d ago1:03:25

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Join Kritter and Jessica once more as they begin the last leg of their journey through the Lord of the Rings Trilogy! This episode they dive into the Return of the King, Book 5, chapters 1 & 2. They finally see Minas Tirith, we hear a lot of frustration from Eowyn, and Aragorn makes a decision that leads into a very unsavory neighborhood! Don’t for…

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Bonus Episode: The Two Towers Wrap Party! 1:06:40

10d ago1:06:40

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Jessica and Kritter have finished The Two Towers and here's the Wrap Party to prove it! Listen along as they discuss the highs, the lows, and how we're one step closer to One MVP to Rule Them All! Don’t forget to follow us at But Are There Dragons on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, and But Dragons Pod, just one t, on X, formerly known as …

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S11E11 - How Aquaporin Channels Reverse and Forward Osmosis Together for Growth 1:05:18

11d ago1:05:18

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What's Aquaporin's Path to Profitability? Let's explore the Nobel-Prize-Rooted water tech company's path with CEO Matt Boczkowski! More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ #️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in this Video #️⃣ Aquaporin's website: https://aquaporin.com/ Philips Water Solutions: https://w…

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How Going IPO Boosted This Water Tech Start Up's Confidence - Matt Boczkowski (Aquaporin) 1:30

11d ago1:30

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Aquaporin, led by CEO Matt Boczkowski, is at the forefront of integrating biotechnology with water treatment. The company's journey began with the Nobel Prize-winning research of Peter Agre on aquaporins, which inspired Aquaporin to develop membranes that mimic these natural water channels. Initially focusing on forward osmosis due to its natural a…

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S11E10 - How Ionic Solutions Trades High Pressure for High Efficiency in Desalination 53:56

18d ago53:56

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Desalination often means high energy consumption and OPEX. Is there a way to make it more efficient and sustainable? Ionic Solutions thinks so - let's explore this intriguing water tech company. Desalination technology can revolutionize water treatment by significantly reducing energy consumption and allowing controlled mineral content in the water…

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Revolutionizing Desalination: A Game-Changing Technology - Jordan Grose (Ionic Solutions) 3:03

18d ago3:03

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Ionic Solutions is transforming the desalination landscape with its innovative ion exchange membrane technology, which offers significant advantages over traditional reverse osmosis (RO) systems. The company's technology stands out due to its exceptionally low power consumption, with some applications achieving up to 97% less energy use compared to…

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S11E9 - How to End Gibberish and Measure your Water Stewardship Commitments Right 1:02:58

28d ago1:02:58

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Water Stewardship and Water Risk Mitigation will be key topics of the upcoming decade. But how can you measure your impact and performance on these if there's no scale? That's where SCS 116 enters the picture: let's explore! More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ #️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in…

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Revolutionizing Water Management: A New Approach to Sustainability - Lauren Enright (SCS Global Services) 3:09

25d ago3:09

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Water stewardship is about managing water resources sustainably and equitably for all stakeholders. This involves setting standards, measuring impact, and encouraging companies to adopt best practices for water use, aiming to create a positive impact on local communities and the environment. Water stewardship is the management of water resources in…

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Episode 8: The One with a Betrayal, Shelob, & Master Samwise 46:33

27d ago46:33

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Join Kritter and Jessica as they finish The Two Towers. This week's episode covers Book 4 Chapters 9-10. Things finally come to blows for Sam and Smeagol, Shelob the Terrifying arrives, and everything rests on Samwise and his choices. Don’t forget to follow us at But Are There Dragons on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, and But Dragons Pod…

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S11E8 - How 120Water Profitably Multiplied Its Customer Base by 50 in 4 Years 47:29

1M ago47:29

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Megan Glover co-founded 120Water in 2016, driven by a personal mission sparked by the Flint water crisis. Fast forward to 2024, and 120Water has transformed from a consumer-focused startup to a robust B2B company, scaling its customer base by 50 times in just four years! Wanna know her secrets? Listen to this episode! More #water insights? Connect …

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"Everyone deserves the technology that Denver Water Uses!" - Megan Glover (120Water) 0:52

1M ago0:52

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From Compliance to Growth: Megan Glover on Scaling 120Water In this episode of 'Don't Waste Water,' host Antoine Walter welcomes back Megan Glover, CEO and founder of 120Water. The discussion covers the significant growth and milestones of 120Water since Glover's last appearance, including a major capital raise of $43 million from Edison Partners. …

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Episode 7: The One with Lies of Omission, Minas Morgul, & Many Stairs! 55:32

2M ago55:32

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Join Kritter and Jessica in their penultimate episode for this season! Here they cover book 4, chapters 6 through 8. Did Frodo lie to Smeagol? Did you know about Minas Morgul? How many stairs are there, geez? They discuss these questions and more! Don’t forget to follow us at But Are There Dragons on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, and Bu…

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Episode 6: The One with the Black Gate, Taters, & Faramir! 1:08:37

2M ago1:08:37

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Join Jess and Kritter once more, this time for The Two Towers Book Four Chapters 3 through 5. After a brief, spontaneous cicada discussion, they are off to the Black Gate, Sam makes a stew, and the party encounters some important, new strangers. Don’t forget to follow us at But Are There Dragons on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, and But …

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5 Water Tech Investment Facts That Will Blow Your Mind 14:04

1M ago14:04

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I reviewed 1188 investment deals in Water Technologies since 2018 to find out - amongst others - who the 5 largest by number of deals and by capital deployed are. How attractive is the Water Sector? Let's find out. More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ #️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in this Epis…

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S11E7 - How Salinity Solutions Squeezes More Water out of Any Stream for Half the Energy 47:30

2M ago47:30

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This water tech start-up turns reverse osmosis into a batch process, which divides the reject by more than two and at half the energy cost. How? Let's find out! More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ #️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in this Video #️⃣ Salinity Solutions' website: https://salinitysol…

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"This is Reverse Osmosis - Just Better!" - Tim Naughton (Salinity Solutions) 0:32

2M ago0:32

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Salinity Solutions: An innovative water technology company specializing in batch reverse osmosis. The company focuses on improving the efficiency of conventional reverse osmosis systems, achieving higher water recovery rates while reducing energy consumption and chemical usage. Their technology is particularly applicable in industries facing water …

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Episode 5: The One with a Palantir, Frodo and Sam, & the Taming of Smeagol 1:06:53

2M ago1:06:53

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Kritter and Jessica return to The Two Towers to finish book 3, chapter 11 and begin book 4 with chapters 1 and 2. At the end of book 3, Gandalf teaches us about the Palantiri while also (thankfully) saving Pippin's biscuits! Book 4 finally brings us back to Sam and Frodo but unfortunately brings Gollum back as well, and some real talk about the dan…

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More Water With Less Energy: the RO Batch Miracle? 15:15

2M ago15:15

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Elon Musk believes that solving the Global Water Crisis is a matter of Better Desalination. Could it start with this revolutionary tech developed by Salinity Solutions? Let's find out! More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ The full interview with Tim Naughton from Salinity Solutions will come…

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The Economic Fiasco Behind the Global Water Crisis (It's Worse than you Think) 9:49

2M ago9:49

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Water is underfunded yet crucial to keeping the economy afloat: that's what we knew... but it turns out worse. We're failing faster than expected, and we don't even manage to spend the money we have. Yet there's hope: let's dig in. More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ #️⃣ All the Links Menti…

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Episode 4: The One with Well-Earned Comforts & a Chat with Saruman 1:01:41

2M ago1:01:41

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Kritter and Jessica continue through The Two Towers chapters 8 through 10 this week. Listen along as they discuss the reuniting of some of our party, learning new words, & so much more about Saruman! Don’t forget to follow us at But Are There Dragons on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, and But Dragons Pod, just one t, on X, formerly known …

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7 Insights from Fajer Mushtaq (Oxyle) in under 7 Minutes! 7:05

2M ago7:05

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What can you apply from everything Fajer just shared? What can you steal and take home? Well, quite a lot if you ask me, starting with these seven insights I wrote down and number one: 1. Customer-Driven Development: 2. Pilot Strategically, and Prove Quickly 3. Build and Leverage Credibility: 4. Position your technology as Future-Proofing for your …

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S11E6 - How Oxyle Destroys PFAS with the Energy You'd Actually Waste 1:23:21

2M ago1:23:21

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We know PFAS removal displaces the problem while PFAS destruction breaks the bank. Or so we thought: Oxyle thinks otherwise, and to understand why, listen to this! More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ #️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in this Video #️⃣ Oxyle's Website: https://oxyle.ch/ Come say H…

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"Where are the European PFAS Treatment Companies?!" - Fajer Mushtaq (Oxyle) 0:58

2M ago0:58

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Oxyle is a company intensely focused on the treatment and monitoring of micropollutants, specifically PFAS. Over the last two and a half years, they have honed their technology to address the increasing market need for effective PFAS removal solutions. Oxyle’s approach leverages existing water treatment technologies but with a sharpened focus on PF…

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Episode 3: The One with King Theoden & the Battle of Helm's Deep 49:20

3M ago49:20

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Kritter and Jessica continue their journey through Two Towers book 3 chapters 6 and 7. They make it to Rohan, meet King Theoden, and finally face the foe with him at Helm's Deep. Don’t forget to follow us at But Are There Dragons on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, and But Dragons Pod, just one t, on X, formerly known as Twitter. You can f…

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7 Insights from Peter Christou (Swirltex) in under 7 Minutes! 6:37

2M ago6:37

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New Segment! The 7 insights to take home and act upon from my podcast guest this week: Johnny Pujol. For the ones that don't have a paper and a pen with them during the interview, that's my way to share you my notes. What can we learn from Peter Christou's rollercoaster of a ride as the President and Founder of Swirltex? Well, quite a lot if you as…

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S11E5 - How Swirltex Nearly Crushed Its Founder Before Taking Off 49:25

2M ago49:25

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Peter Christou had a water membrane epiphany in his garage in Edmonton. But a terrible timing and some financial difficulties of one of his investors basically turned him... homeless, and in the need to steal food to survive. As Swirltex has since soared and proved its worth, let's explore the full story! More #water insights? Connect with me on Li…

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"Oil and Gas is like Dating a Manic Depressive!" - Peter Christou (Swirltex) 0:59

2M ago0:59

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Swirltex, the company represented by Peter Christou, develops unique membrane technologies that optimize filtration processes. The company distinguishes itself by manipulating the buoyancy of liquids to enhance filtration efficiency, which is particularly effective in industries where traditional membranes fail. This technology not only reduces ene…

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Episode 2: The One with the White Rider & the Ents 53:46

3M ago53:46

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We continue on with Kritter and Jessica as they read through The Two Towers, chapters 4 and 5. We learn about Ents, hear some theories, and meet an old friend. Again. Don’t forget to follow us at But Are There Dragons on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, and But Dragons Pod, just one t, on X, formerly known as Twitter. You can find Kritter …

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Reinhard Hübner can't promise he won't buy more than 4 Water Companies in 2024! 15:31

2M ago15:31

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Reinhard Hübner (CEO of SKion Water) was my guest on the first episode of the Season 5 of the podcast, a bit more than 2 years ago. To this date, it's still one of the most successful episodes of all time (check it out here: https://dww.show/the-7-secrets-of-the-water-company-of-the-year-you-shall-absolutely-steal/) Since then, SKion has led... 13 …

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"We have no Exit Strategy: this needs to Work!" - Reinhard Hübner (SKion Water) 0:56

2M ago0:56

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In this special episode of our podcast, Reinhard Hübner from SKion Water joins host Antoine Walter to dive deep into the transformative strategies needed to combat water scarcity brought on by climate change. As the world faces increasingly severe ecological disruptions, SKion Water is leading the charge with innovative water management solutions, …

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Episode 1: The One with a Funeral, Uruk-hai, & Riders of Rohan 1:01:10

3M ago1:01:10

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Join Kritter and Jessica as they dive back in with Two Towers, chapters 1-3. The action is high as we find out what becomes of Boromir, run multiple marathons with Aragorn, Gimli, and Legolas, and catch up with Merry and Pippin! Don’t forget to follow us at But Are There Dragons on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, and But Dragons Pod, just…

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7 Insights from Johnny Pujol (SimpleLab) in under 7 Minutes! 6:44

3M ago6:44

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New Segment! The 7 insights to take home and act upon from my podcast guest this week: Johnny Pujol. For the ones that don't have a paper and a pen with them during the interview, that's my way to share you my notes. What can we learn from Johnny's path from selling vacuum cleaners on QVC to rolling out a network of water quality testing across Nor…

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S11E4 - How SimpleLab Turned an Arsenic Removal Failure into a Lab Logistics Success 59:59

3M ago59:59

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What once was a struggling Arsenic Removal company pivoted to a soaring Lab Logistics powerhouse, just about to expand from its US base to Europe! All on the back of... one simple advice you can apply today. Shall we explore this further? (of course, yes!) More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1…

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"How is Anyone making a Business doing this?! This is going to take forever!" - Johnny Pujol (SimpleLab) 1:00

3M ago1:00

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Johnny Pujol's company, SimpleLab started with a focus on arsenic removal technology but pivoted to consumer-focused water quality testing. Their approach utilizes direct-to-consumer engagement, providing testing kits through their platform, mytapscore.com, which allows customers to understand what's in their drinking water. This model turned out t…

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7 Insights from Craig Beckman (Aqua Membranes) in under 7 Minutes! 6:02

3M ago6:02

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New Segment! The 7 insights to take home and act upon from my podcast guest this week: Craig Beckman. For the ones that don't have a paper and a pen with them during the interview, that's my way to share you my notes. Craig has been active in the water sector for over three decades. And even though he has the humility to highlight how "even veteran…

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S11E3 - How Aqua Membranes Prints Three Dimensional Benefits for Mesh Addicts 1:11:30

3M ago1:11:30

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Do you want more Flux, better energy efficiency, or lower maintenance from your Reverse Osmosis membrane? Here's where to start! More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ #️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in this Video #️⃣ Aqua Membranes' YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AquaMembranes Aqua Mem…

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"Toray, Dupont, LG Chem... they've tried for many years! We did it." - Craig Beckman (Aqua Membranes) 1:00

3M ago1:00

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AquaMembranes is a company that develops novel water treatment technologies, specifically focusing on enhancing the efficiency of reverse osmosis (RO) membranes. Their technology is designed to use less energy and improve the lifespan of membranes, thereby providing both environmental and economic benefits to communities and industries in need. The…

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7 Insights from Julie Bliss Mullen (Aclarity) in under 7 Minutes! 6:41

3M ago6:41

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New Segment! The 7 insights to take home and act upon from my podcast guest this week: Julie Bliss Mullen. For the ones that don't have a paper and a pen with them during the interview, that's my way to share you my notes. Narrowing the insights shared by Julie to just seven was a challenge, but hey, it's the rule I set, so this week I've got: Focu…

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S11E2 - How Aclarity Bootstrapped its Journey from B2C to PFAS Destruction 1:12:24

3M ago1:12:24

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How do you survive six years on "just" grants while hiring a team, running 15 pilots, pivoting from B2C, and succeeding in PFAS Destruction at scale where many failed? Aclarity did it! Wanna find out how and how spectacular acceleration was around the corner? Listen to this episode! More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.lin…

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"Is there something like this out there? This is Amazing!" - Julie Bliss Mullen (Aclarity) 0:57

3M ago0:57

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Aclarity is pioneering in the field of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) destruction, developing proprietary systems - aka cool water tech - that not only treat but also destroy PFAS in liquid waste. The technology presents a significant advancement over traditional treatment methods, offering an economical and efficient solution to a pres…

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S11E1 - How Gradiant Became the First and Only Water Tech Unicorn 1:02:20

4M ago1:02:20

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How do you go in just a decade from an MIT lab to a billion-dollar valuation in Water Tech? Everybody thought it was impossible until... Gradiant did it! Wanna find out how and what's next? Listen to this episode! More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ #️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in this Video…

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"Gradiant is the Google of the Water Industry" - Prakash Govindan (Gradiant) 0:58

4M ago0:58

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What will you learn about Gradiant, the first-ever Water Tech Unicorn, if you listen to this week's release of the Podcast? Well, I have seven insights for you, starting with number one: Innovative Business Model and Focus on Proprietary Solutions: A significant portion of Gradiant's projects (60%) are sole-sourced, meaning they face no competition…

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Did Any VC Investor Ever Make Money in Water Tech? 15:14

4M ago15:14

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Video Version: https://youtu.be/8hjsmIyC9gg Did $330 Million Go To Waste in 2023 in Water Tech? 72 Venture Capital deals were closed last year (out of 106 deals overall), which, according to later-stage investors like Brian Iversen, is, at best, a gamble. So is it? Let's find out! More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linke…

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