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Lightspeed is a podcast for those interested in how crypto can solve real problems and create products users love. It's a callback to the garage days of Silicon Valley, where builders pushed the limits of hardware and software to build world-changing products. We interview the projects and founders that will make this same impact today.
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Behind every powerhouse communicator, relationship builder, and resilient leader is a strategic thinker who leads with curiosity and honors wellbeing. Say goodbye to disengagement and team fatigue as we bring you science-backed strategies that will transform not just your leadership style but also your team’s and organization's success. Join Ilene Schaffer and industry leaders as they share tried-and-true methods, empowering insights, and a mission to elevate your leadership game.
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This is Product Marketing is brought to you by Product Marketing Hive, the product marketing community that gives back. We are a global community with an intellectual center of gravity in Silicon Valley. This podcast dives deep into the world of product marketing, product management, and technology marketing. We will be interviewing thought leaders, marketing and product legends. Join PMM Hive to meet fellow PMMs.All rights reserved. © Product Marketing Hive.
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The Mind Your Wedding Business Podcast provides actionable strategies and resources for business-minded wedding professionals who love love — but also care about their bottom line. Host and owner of the WeddingIQ blog, Kevin Dennis, welcomes industry experts to each episode to share their best advice, biggest mistakes, and proven strategies for business growth and client satisfaction. Kevin brings his own share of industry knowledge to the table. He is the founder of lighting and A/V company ...
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After working for years in early-stage startups and as a journalist, here are three hard truths I’ve learned: 1. Success in Silicon Valley hinges on connections, hard work and luck. 2. Startups often fail because founders lack fundamental business knowledge. 3. Real, actionable advice comes from those who’ve actually done it. There’s no such thing as “founder DNA.” If you’re willing to take on risk and invest years of your life in something that has maybe a 10% chance of paying off — less if ...
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Jay Clouse and Eric Hornung

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Named a top 27 business podcast by Fortune, upside examines startup investing outside of Silicon Valley. Every Wednesday, we speak with an early stage founder. We interview them as if we are angel investors considering the company as an investment opportunity. Each show has three segments: 1.) Intro: independent research of the company 2.) Interview: interview with the founder 3.) Debrief: breaking down the opportunity Sometimes, we share Coffee Chats interviewing venture capitalists, commun ...
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The Digital Irish Podcast tells a global story of Irish innovation. Successful Irish entrepreneurs, corporate innovators, and global leaders share their journey on the path to success within Ireland and abroad.
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The GrowthCraft Podcast is designed with the start-up founder in mind. This podcast is committed to growing your connections to our GrowthCraft advisors, increasing your engagement with the GrowthCraft community, and to growing your knowledge about all the benefits that GrowthCraft can provide for your start-up.
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McKinsey Marketing & Sales

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Digital is forcing massive changes in how companies market themselves and connect with their customers. Driving growth in this digital age has become a race for companies to reinvent themselves by using analytics, building ecosystems, designing great customer experiences, and becoming a trusted brand to customers.
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Ever wanted to start your own company? Be your own boss? With so much venture capital available, it’s more common than ever. Execute is an audio documentary podcast that takes you inside Carta, a 400-person startup in the heart of Silicon Valley. From the perspective of Theo Miller, a former Carta employee who started pre-launch and grew with the company for four years, Execute is an entertaining crash course for ordinary people without money or connections. Execute features interviews with ...
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Today’s consumers demand frictionless experiences in everything from smooth connections between digital and physical channels, to fulfillment, all the way to a speedy checkout and return process. With technology serving as the engine that powers these engagements, retail IT leaders play a critical role in delivering on those demands. Learn how you can reduce friction at your organization by listening to our 6-part podcast series, “Achieving Frictionless Commerce” with our host, a technology ...
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Startup Grind is the largest independent startup community, actively educating, inspiring, and connecting 400,000 founders in over 200 cities. We nurture startup ecosystems in 85 countries through events, media, and partnerships with organizations like Google for Entrepreneurs. The cornerstone of our global community are monthly events featuring successful local founders, innovators, educators and investors who share lessons learned on the road to building great companies. Founded in Silicon ...
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Dave Burrill & Dan Burrill

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Meet your hosts, Dave and Dan, a father and son team interviewing experts from around the IT ecosystem. Dave’s a serial entrepreneur, CIO, board member, author, speaker and advisor with a lifetime of frontline tech industry experience. He wants things to work—perfectly! His son and cohost Dan, is Head of Sales for PlanetScale (a Silicon Valley software company). He wants to get things done—now! While they certainly have their differences, they’re both driven to understand what business custo ...
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The #1 Evidence Based Growth Podcast on the Internet. The Science of Success is about the search for evidence based personal growth. It's about exploring ways to improve your decision-making, understand your mind and how psychology rules the world around you, and learn from experts and thought leaders about ways we can become better versions of ourselves.
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Born in a family in 1984, Min An took the path that I'm probably going through now – PAP kindergarten, River Valley Primary School, Monk’s Hill Secondary School, Catholic Junior College, National Service plus 5 other jobs. Rooted in the principles of value investing since September 2010, he applies these steps constantly to his surroundings – watch F&B owners run their stalls, observe what the markets pay with their dollars, calculating the business revenue that he eyes on, to name a few dai ...
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Welcome to Digital Nomad Nation, the podcast that brings you extraordinary stories of those who dared to redefine work and life. Host Ryan Mellon, a seasoned Digital Nomad and serial entrepreneur, takes you on a thrilling journey through the lives of Location-Independent pioneers. From the software engineer coding from a villa in Canggu to the freelancer building marketing funnels in a coworking space in Lisbon, each episode uncovers the captivating stories behind the digital nomad lifestyle ...
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La’Fayette and John deliver fresh, diverse perspectives from high-achieving entrepreneurs and industry titans to bring you the best and brightest guests who can give insight into personal-development, leadership, and entrepreneurship. UnScripted Leadership provides a platform for leaders to unite, develop, and empower other leaders in the area’s of business, family, and community. Connect with us at unscripted-leadership.com.
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Power Done Differently

Cassandra Rae Pittman

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In the Power Done Differently podcast (formally Tell It Like It Is), you’ll meet powerful, passionate women from around the world who are doing power differently. From politicians to artists, entrepreneurs to c-suiters, anti-capitalists to actual royalty, this is no echo-chamber. We explore big things, speak candidly and hold space for disagreement. We laugh with each other and we learn from each other. Because power doesn’t have to corrupt us. It can connect us. It can change everything for ...
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Gm! This week, we're back with another roundup. We deep dive into Sui's reported outage, how L1's can compete with each other, does Solana have a moat or not & much more. Enjoy – Follow Mert: https://x.com/0xMert_ Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave Follow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq Subscribe to the Lightspeed Newsletter: http…
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Branding is a condensed form of storytelling. That’s my opinion, but it’s also shared by David Placek, founder and president of Lexicon Branding. Here are a few of the companies and products they’ve named since 1982: Subaru Outback, Subaru Forester BlackBerry Pentium PowerBook Nissan Rogue Lucid Azure Sonos Swiffer NVIDIA Shield Febreze In May 2024…
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What if a lifetime of purposeful days can fulfill your reason for being? Today, host Ilene Schaffer is diving into the world of ikigai with Sam Ushio, founder of Ikigai Lab. Ikigai, a revered Japanese philosophy, isn’t just about uncovering life’s grand purpose—it’s about aligning everyday actions with deep-seated values, fostering gratitude, and e…
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Deeptech founders are solving problems that most of us don’t think of as problems and tackling challenges that push the boundaries of what we think is possible. This interview with Justin Fiaschetti, CEO and co-founder of Inversion, is a good example. Inversion is building a platform that will enable space-based cargo delivery using autonomous re-e…
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Gm! This week, we're joined by Dan Smith from Blockworks Research. We discuss what's happening on Solana as total economic value keeps reaching new highs. We deep dive into Solana's inflation, staking SOL, Solana's transition to a top three asset within crypto & comparing the 2021 cycle to today. Enjoy! – Follow Dan: https://x.com/smyyguy Follow Ja…
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Are you ready to elevate your design game with the help of Canva? Discover insider tips and tricks with verified Canva expert Brenda Cadman as she shares the secrets to a more organized, streamlined, and efficient creative process! This episode explores the creative potential of Canva for wedding professionals, as Kevin and Brenda discuss how to bu…
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Join us as we sit down with Barry O'Reilly, a renowned entrepreneur, author, and business advisor, to discuss the future of innovation, the power of unlearning, and the art of building a successful venture studio. We'll delve into the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship, the importance of embracing failure, and the role of technology in shap…
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Get Your Free Guide: 7 Ways to Become a Digital Nomad https://www.thedigitalnomadcoach.com/ Are you craving deeper connections while pursuing your dreams of location freedom? Meet Laurel, a hypnotherapist and wellbeing coach who transformed her life from 80-hour corporate workweeks to running a thriving global therapy practice. She reveals the hidd…
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Gm! This week, we're back with another roundup. We deep dive into Ethereum's Beam Chain announcement, why it's more important than ever for projects to execute today in crypto, JITO's outage, staking on Solana & so much more. Enjoy! – Follow Mert: https://x.com/0xMert_ Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave Follow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/Ligh…
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Need a boost of inspiration? Ilene Schaffer and her brother Brad Brenner, a full-time artist, explore the profound impact of art and creativity on our well-being and sense of home. Through personal anecdotes and insights from positive psychology, you'll learn how engaging with the arts can transport us to the present moment, evoke deep emotions, an…
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Gm! This week, we're joined by Eliezer Ndinga of 21 Shares to discuss the path forward for a Solana ETF. We deep dive into the election impact on regulation within crypto, DeFi's renaissance, the SEC vs crypto & why Eliezer is bullish on Solana. Enjoy – Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave Follow Eliezer: https://x.com/elindinga Follow Lightspeed: …
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Curious about how artificial intelligence is reshaping the event industry? Learn how you can harness AI to streamline processes, boost creativity, and stay ahead of the curve. In this exciting episode, we dive deep into how AI is transforming the event industry, making it easier for professionals to enhance their workflow and deliver incredible res…
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In this episode, Sahil Sethi, author of Product Marketing Level Up and Vice President of Global Product Marketing at Freshworks, joins Louise Liu to discuss the attributes and qualities that define great product marketers. Sahil also shares his thoughts on how to hone the skills of velocity and integrated marketing in practice. Listen to the full i…
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Ever wonder how successful digital nomads manage their work-life balance while traveling the world? Ryan has an insightful conversation with Safir Jamal, a former Procter & Gamble executive who traded his Silicon Valley office for the ability to work from 70 countries while building a thriving business. He shares his journey from corporate executiv…
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Are you tired of working endless hours just to maintain a lifestyle that leaves you feeling empty and unfulfilled? Ryan has an insightful conversation with Nomad Brad, who at the age 32 Brad faced the realization - despite "doing everything right" with a successful business and a home, he was miserable and trapped in the daily grind. Brad reveals e…
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Ever wondered how someone breaks free from 14-hour workdays to build a life of freedom, travel, and success? Ryan shares his incredible journey from maintenance manager and warehouse worker to successful digital nomad entrepreneur. If you're feeling stuck in your current situation or dreaming of a location-independent lifestyle, this is your bluepr…
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Gm! This week, we're joined by Anatoly Yakovenko Co-Founder of Solana Labs. We deep dive into Solana transaction fee's, how to remain competitive within crypto, SOL inflation, competing with Apple & Google, does Solana have a moat & so much more. Enjoy! – Follow Mert: https://x.com/0xMert_ Follow Anatoly: https://x.com/aeyakovenko Follow Lightspeed…
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Ever wondered how to make a lasting impression without sacrificing your authenticity? Shannon Polly has mastered the art of merging acting techniques, positive psychology, and her Midwest sensibility to elevate leadership presence. In this episode, Shannon reveals how senior leaders can step into their power by managing nerves, shifting mindsets, a…
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Gm! This week, Andrej Radonjic joins the show to discuss the recent Grass airdrop, how crypto can help fix the internet, the intersection of AI & crypto & much more. Enjoy! – Follow Andrej: https://x.com/0xdrej Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave Follow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq Subscribe to the Lightspeed Newsletter: https:/…
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What does it take to uphold strong ethics and etiquette in the wedding industry? Sarah Chianese, founder of Manja and Enjoy, joins us to dive into these values. Sarah a seasoned wedding caterer and founder of Mangia and Enjoy, sits down with to explore the crucial role that ethics and etiquette play in the wedding industry. With years of experience…
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Gm! This week, Joe McCann joins the show to deep dive into his Solana thesis. We discuss whether Solana is still positioned to outperform even after the huge run up in 2024, the election impact on crypto markets, the bullish macro backdrop for risk assets, crypto venture, memes & more. Enjoy! – Follow Joe: https://x.com/joemccann Follow Jack: https…
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Discover how integrating play into your daily routine can transform your well-being and productivity. Host Ilene Schaffer interviews Dr. Elaine O’Brien, a pioneer in the psychology of human movement, to explore the powerful benefits of play detailed in her books ‘The Power of Play’ and ‘Splash Dance.’ Learn practical strategies to incorporate joyfu…
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Gm! This week, we're back with another roundup. We discuss Solana's on chain boom, why economic value reached a new all time high, Stripe's recent acquisition of Bridge & much more. Enjoy! – Follow Mert: https://x.com/0xMert_ Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave Follow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq Subscribe to the Lightspeed News…
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Using the right tech tools is critical to meeting client expectations and delivering a seamless experience. Find out how you can use technology to elevate your wedding business. In this episode of Mind Your Wedding Business, I’m chatting with Randi, the founder and CEO of Merri. With a background in e-commerce, Randi’s journey into the wedding indu…
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In the 27th episode of the Silicon Valley Byte Size Podcast, Mike Seidenberg, Lead Portfolio Manager, joins host Cherry Reynard to discuss the current tech landscape, dominated by a handful of companies. Mike discusses the importance of looking beyond these giants to uncover new opportunities, sharing his insights on the key secular themes driving …
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If you want a healthy relationship, it’s essential to set clear expectations and boundaries from the start. The same holds true for a founder and their board. Despite the power dynamics, CEOs can still create a transparent communication framework that respects everyone’s limited time. In part two of my interview with TigerEye co-founder and CEO Tra…
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In 2011, Tracy Young co-founded PlanGrid, which made software for construction teams. After scaling the company to 450 people and raising $69 million, it was acquired by Autodesk in 2018 for $875 million. That’s a win, but Tracy and her partners didn’t go for the exit because they’d reached the peak of the mountain. They cut the deal because PlanGr…
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What if the life you've always dreamed of is just one bold decision away? Hi, I'm Ryan Mellon, and this is the Digital Nomad Nation podcast. 7 years ago, I was working two dead-end jobs, 14 hours a day, 6 days a week. I'm now a serial entrepreneur living a location-independent lifestyle from AMAZING locations worldwide. But my story is just the beg…
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How does adaptability impact our life’s path? And how adaptable do you think you are? On this week’s episode, host Ilene Schaffer sits down with Henry Richardson, the dynamic founder of Define Living, to explore the art of the pivot in life and leadership. From an All-American diver to a wellness industry pioneer, Henry’s journey is a profound exam…
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Gm! This week, we’re joined by Daniel Lev from Coinflow! We discussed Stripe’s acquisition of Bridge, challenges faced by crypto payments businesses, and TradFi’s adoption of stablecoins. Additionally, we unpacked the impact of US regulations on the stablecoin sector, and the fees associated with on and off-ramps in crypto. Finally, we covered inte…
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In this episode, Maria Ross, author of The Empathy Dilemma, joins Louise Liu to discuss how leaders can balance performance, people and personal boundaries to achieve empathetic leadership. Maria also shares her thoughts on why leaders are in the empathy dilemma and how to effectively develop healthy empathetic leadership at work. Listen to the ful…
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Technical Disclaimer: Please note: There were a few technical issues during the recording due to internet lag. We appreciate your understanding and assure you that the content remains insightful and valuable. Providing a high-end, 5-star client experience isn’t just about the event day—it’s about truly listening, setting expectations, and deliverin…
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Most of the world’s talent goes untapped. Unrecognized. With that in mind, I interviewed Laura González-Estéfani, founder of Miami-based VC firm TheVentureCity in May 2024. We talked about the potential of global talent and why more investors need to broaden their scope beyond major tech hubs. This episode provides valuable insights for founders wh…
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Gm! this week, Emmett Hollyer joins the show to discuss the next chapter of Solana Mobile ahead of their latest phone release in 2025. We reflect on why the Solana Saga was successful, how to create a great product, crypto UX & how crypto can break the mobile duopoly. Enjoy! -- Follow Emmett: https://x.com/m_it Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave …
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There is an art to genuine relationship-building. In this episode, Ilene Schaffer sits down with her brother Brad Brenner to talk about how authenticity, curiosity, and positive interactions form the backbone of strong personal and professional networks. In this episode, learn practical ways to enhance your connections through sincere engagement, e…
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Today is my 55th birthday! I was planning to take the day off, but I started thinking about a few people my age who work in tech and have been recently laid off. Unlike workers in their 20s and 30s, they’re facing a very different set of pressures: family, college payments, aging parents, retirement, etc. Most of the ones I know are having a hard t…
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Gm! this week, we're live at Permissionless with a discussion on crypto's creator economy. We deep dive into capturing attention in crypto, building DRiP, why build on Solana, NFTs, meme coins & more. Enjoy! -- Follow Vibhu: https://x.com/vibhu Follow Steve: https://x.com/solanasteve_ Follow Jake: https://x.com/SolJakey Follow Jack: https://x.com/w…
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Ever feel overwhelmed by endless to-do lists and stressful deadlines? In today’s episode, we dive into how to manage “squirrel brain,” stay focused, and set up your schedule for success—even if you’re constantly juggling multiple tasks. Entrepreneurs and creatives often struggle with ADHD or the dreaded “squirrel brain.” Megan Gillikin shares pract…
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In this episode of Digital Irish, we sit down with Tim Griffith, the CEO of Social Entrepreneurs Ireland. Tim brings a unique perspective to the organization, having transitioned from a background in advertising and agency work. We delve into what drew Tim to the social entrepreneurship sector and how they've adapted their skills from the advertisi…
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Based in New York, Elana Berkowitz and Courtney Leimkuhler are co-founders and partners at Springbank, where they focus on sectors that support working women and their families, largely in three key areas: the future of work, the care economy, and household consumer services. Their thesis is driven by growing demand from employers, insurers, and th…
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Gm! this week, we're live from Permissionless with Tristan Frizza & Jayant Krishnamurthy. We discuss the current & future state of DeFi on Solana, the rise of alt L1s, the next evolution of DeFi & what Solana can improve on in the future. Enjoy! -- Follow Tristan: https://x.com/Tristan0x Follow Jayant: https://x.com/jayantkrish Follow Jack: https:/…
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Discover how movement and play can transform your performance, boost your confidence, and elevate your entire team. Join host Ilene Schaffer in a vibrant conversation with Dr. Elaine O’Brien, a seasoned expert in kinesiology and positive psychology, as they explore the transformative power of physical activity and playfulness in daily routines. In …
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In this episode, Jon Itkin, Principal at In The Kitchen, joins Louise Liu to discuss the often-overlooked relationship between brand marketing and product marketing, particularly in B2B tech companies. He also shares his thoughts on how product marketers can effectively lead and bridge the gap between product marketing and brand marketing efforts. …
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Gm! this week, Leah Wald joins the show to discuss what led Cypherpunk Holdings to go all in on Solana. We deep dive into the Solana ETF outlook, investing in the ecosystem, the role of staking, TradFi demand for Solana & much more! -- Follow Leah: https://x.com/LeahWald Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave Follow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/Li…
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