Best Tin Can Media Podcasts (2024)

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John Li on building Vimcal, world's fastest calendar for remote teams 41:26

11h ago41:26

41:26

In this episode, John Li, CEO of Vimcal discusses his transition from Twitter to entrepreneurship, detailing the evolution of his startup from AR technology to a fitness venture, and ultimately to a specialized calendar app. He emphasizes the critical role of executive assistants in product development, the necessity of user feedback, and the integ…

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Tin Shed Ventures Puts Patagonia’s Money Where Its Mouth Is 38:27

7d ago38:27

38:27

Did you know that Patagonia – yes, that Patagonia – has a venture capital arm? If you didn’t, now you do. Tin Shed Ventures is the VC arm of Patagonia, and it invests in startups that provide, or aim to provide, systemic and globally scalable solutions for the land, water, air, and biodiversity. The fund is behind companies you may know, such as Tr…

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Kyle Forster from RunWhen on How Product and Commercial Teams Can Collaborate in Tech Companies 46:49

7d ago46:49

46:49

In this podcast episode, Kyle Forster, CEO of RunWhen, shares his journey from growing up in Silicon Valley to becoming a leader in product management. He discusses the nuances of product management across different customer segments, offering advice on collaboration between product and commercial teams. Kyle also explores leadership roles, the tra…

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Alex Twigg on building No-Code Platforms to simplify app building 57:08

15d ago57:08

57:08

In this podcast episode, Alex Twigg, founder of Appeggio, shares his transition from the banking sector to creating a no-code SaaS platform. He discusses the evolution of his leadership style, the impact of AI on jobs, and the concept of "invisible banking." Alex emphasizes the importance of nurturing talent, the role of experience in leadership, a…

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Achieving Product-Market Fit with Boris Manhart from Growth Unltd 33:10

21d ago33:10

33:10

In this podcast episode, Boris Manhart shares his experience leading Codecheck and his journey through the fintech landscape with Numbers. He shares his expertise on team alignment, leadership, and the critical role of market needs in AI startups. Boris emphasizes the significance of product-market fit, sustainable capital use, and the evolving dyn…

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Think Remarkable with Guy Kawasaki 40:27

28d ago40:27

40:27

In this podcast episode, Guy Kawasaki, talks about his latest book "Think Remarkable," exploring themes such as marketing excellence, the intricacies of podcast growth, the power of a growth mindset, and the art of finding mentors. Guy shares his journey, emphasizing the importance of quality in product evangelism and the challenges of leveraging a…

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The Pitch: Rewards of Media Entrepreneurship and fund raising with Josh Muccio 51:28

1M ago51:28

51:28

In this podcast episode, Josh Muccio, co-founder of The Pitch and a general partner at The Pitch Fund talks about his entrepreneurial background, his ventures in e-commerce and media, and the intricacies of building a successful media company like The Pitch. Josh recounts the show's sale to Gimlet Media and subsequent repurchase, as well as his per…

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How to approach Product Development, User Feedback, Team Building with Darya Sesitskaya from Shader 39:38

1M ago39:38

39:38

In this podcast episode, Darya Sesitskaya, founder of Shader, shares her entrepreneurial journey and insights into product development. She emphasizes the role of intuition in the early stages of design and the importance of simplicity in product interfaces. Daria also discusses her approach to user feedback, highlighting that not all suggestions a…

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How startups can build sustainable distribution modes with Justin Smith from Recharge Capital 42:45

2M ago42:45

42:45

In this podcast episode, Justin Smith, Managing Partner at Recharge Capital delves into his venture capital journey, his experiences at Recharge Capital and Tusk Ventures, and the intricacies of angel investing and SPVs. Justin shares his transition from auditing to venture capital, his approach to building a sourcing network, and the importance of…

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Life in a Pressure Cooker: Startup & Partnerships with Stefan Ross 49:27

2M ago49:27

49:27

In this episode, Stefan Ross, Head of Partnerships at Pigment, shares his journey from sales to partnerships and his experiences in the UK startup ecosystem. He discusses the importance of strategic thinking and curiosity in partnerships, the centralized nature of the UK startup scene, and the misconceptions about partnerships. Stefan emphasizes th…

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Mastering Your Nervous System with Jonny Miller 40:53

2M ago40:53

40:53

In this podcast episode, Jonny Miller, founder of Nervous System Mastery, talks about his journey from studying at Durham University to becoming an entrepreneur and eventually creating a course to help others manage stress and enhance resilience. He discusses his startup experiences, including his travel magazine and MapTier, and the lessons learne…

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Building the first operator of e-commerce software with Luca Cartechini of Shopcircle 35:38

2M ago35:38

35:38

In this podcast episode, Luca Cartechini, founder of Shopcircle, shares his journey from Italy to the UK, his experience in investment banking and venture capital, and the founding of Shopcircle. He discusses London's vibrant tech scene, the impact of Brexit, and the benefits of corporate experience for entrepreneurs. Shopcircle's focus on the Shop…

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You Can Use Fishing Nets To Make Rad Gear 51:18

3M ago51:18

51:18

Editor’s Note: In this episode of the GearJunkie Podcast, we sit down with Bureo Co-Founder & CEO David Stover. Bureo converts plastic ocean pollution into recycled fibers and consumer goods, with major partners like Patagonia, Trek Bikes, Costa Sunglasses, and more. Whether he was surfing, free-diving, swimming, you name it — David Stover kept fin…

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Impact of Athletes in Venture Capital with Arthur Bernard at Athletic Ventures 32:30

3M ago32:30

32:30

In this podcast episode, Arthur Bernard, General Partner at Athletic Ventures, talks about his transition into venture capital and the role of athletes in this sector. Arthur discusses his early career, experience in sports marketing agencies, and return to venture capital in 2020. He emphasizes the importance of educating the European market on at…

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Future of Gaming with Blockchain and Crypto with Brian Evans 55:29

3M ago55:29

55:29

In this podcast episode, Brian Evans, CEO and founder of BDE Ventures, shares his insights into the crypto and blockchain industry. He shares the transformative potential of blockchain in gaming, the integration of NFTs in various sectors, and the importance of building a strong online presence. Brian shares his journey into crypto, the impact of r…

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Chris Sharma and Drew Ruana Speak on the State of Climbing 1:13:57

3M ago1:13:57

1:13:57

Climbing has changed a lot since Chris Sharma came on the scene over two decades ago. Now in his early 40s, Sharma has born witness to an entire generation of climbers come up, including his co-guest on today’s GearJunkie Podcast, 23-year-old pro climber Drew Ruana. In a wide-ranging conversation guest-hosted by GearJunkie’s Seiji Ishii, the young …

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Exploring Latin American Startup Ecosystem with Ali Jamal of First Check Ventures 38:27

3M ago38:27

38:27

In this podcast episode, Ali Jamal, General Partner at First Check Ventures shares his multicultural upbringing and its influence on his interest in startups and venture capital, particularly in Latin America. He discusses the challenges and rewards of working in high-growth startups in developing economies and his transition from a full-time job t…

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Athletic Brewing CEO Bill Shufelt Is Increasing Beer-Drinking Occasions 50:41

3M ago50:41

50:41

Editor’s Note: In this edition of the GearJunkie Podcast, we sit down with the Co-Founder and CEO of Athletic Brewing, Bill Shufelt, to learn about the brand’s early days and what led him to take an early interest in the then-dormant category. Before Athletic Brewing Company, Bill Shufelt worked long hours at a hedge fund. He spent his days in the …

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How Can E-commerce Sellers Navigate the Financing Landscape with Ricardo Pero from Seller Financing 38:53

3M ago38:53

38:53

In this podcast episode, Ricardo Pero, CEO of SellersFunding talks about e-commerce financing and business strategy. Ricardo discusses his background in finance, the inception of SellersFunding, and the nuances of revenue-based versus seller financing. They explore qualifying criteria for e-commerce companies, the process of obtaining revenue data,…

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How to win sales deals predictably and consistently with Shankar Ganapathy from Boomerang 44:12

4M ago44:12

44:12

In this podcast episode, Shankar Ganapathy, founder of Boomerang, shares his professional journey from marketing to sales and his experiences at MindTickle and Boomerang. He discusses the nuances of sales playbooks and advises on the optimal timing for startup founders to hire sales personnel. Shankar emphasizes the importance of adapting sales str…

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Hunting Big Cats: Baskin’ in Big-Cat Misinformation 32:39

4M ago32:39

32:39

Hunting big cats can be controversial — just ask GearJunkie Hunt & Fish Editor Rachelle Schrute. In a recent opinion piece, Schrute took infamous big-cat hustler and CEO of Big Cat Rescue, Carole Baskin, to task over her statements and documented “fallacies” surrounding the topic. In her open letter, Schrute attempts to correct misunderstanding and…

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Mastering Outbound Sales with Justin Michael 43:18

4M ago43:18

43:18

In this podcast episode, Justin Michael shares his unique sales methodology, the Justin Michael Method, emphasising the importance of understanding prospects' needs and building relationships. He discusses strategies for bypassing gatekeepers, the art of discounting, and engaging CFOs by demonstrating ROI. Justin also highlights the role of custome…

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How Will Central Bank Digital Currencies Impact the Global Financial Landscape with Lisa Nestor 43:35

4M ago43:35

43:35

In this podcast episode, Lisa Nestor, Chief Strategy Officer at Airtm, discusses her diverse background and the fintech industry. She shares her passion for crypto, its potential for asset sovereignty, and the excitement around self-custody products. Lisa reflects on the challenges and opportunities CBDCs and stablecoins present and the competition…

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Building trust and respect with young founders with Sameet Mehta of Granite Hill Capital Partners 38:55

4M ago38:55

38:55

In this podcast episode, Sameet Mehta shares his journey into venture capital, his investment misses with Zoom and Dropbox, and the importance of cautious hiring for startups. He also discusses the decision-making process at his fund, Granite Hill, and the significance of creating a safe environment for open discussion. Sameet emphasizes the role o…

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How Walnut builds personalized & interactive demo experiences with Yoav Vilner 22:44

4M ago22:44

22:44

In this podcast episode, Yoav Vilner, co-founder and CEO of Walnut, shares his journey in startups and insights on sales and marketing strategies. He discusses the relationship between sales and marketing teams, the importance of hiring the right salespeople, and when to target larger companies. He also highlights the significance of measuring metr…

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Print Media Ain’t Dead: Reviving the Mountain Gazette 1:10:07

5M ago1:10:07

1:10:07

Spanning numerous owners, iterations, and identities, Mountain Gazette has had quite a run since its founding in the 1960s. But in recent years, it’s definitively entered its modern renaissance under the guidance and wordcraft of owner/Editor-in-Chief Mike Rogge. Celebrating all things outdoors, the sizable magazine prioritizes art, photography, hu…

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Unveiling the future of AI with Mikhail Taver of Taver Capital 24:15

5M ago24:15

24:15

In this podcast episode, Mikhail Taver, the founder of Taver Capital discusses his venture capital journey, his focus on AI startups, and the future of AI. He shares his experience at Nafta-Moscva and AAR and his first encounter with neural networks. Mikhail believes in the symbiotic relationship between startups and big companies in the AI space a…

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Exploring the Intersection of Climate Change and Venture Investing with Michael Luciani 42:47

5M ago42:47

42:47

In this podcast episode, Michael Luciani, the managing partner and co-founder of Climate Capital Fund shares his experiences working for Hillary Clinton's campaign and the Tuesday Company, where he built consumer-facing products and raised funding from high-impact investors. He discusses his journey into angel investing and his role at Climate Capi…

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How Attention is helping sales reps sell faster with Anis Bennaceur 36:38

5M ago36:38

36:38

In this podcast episode, Anis, the founder of Attention, shares his journey from being a self-taught coder to starting his own sales intelligence tool. He discusses the challenges he faced in his previous startup, Mixer, which led him to create Attention Tech. Anis highlights the importance of understanding the pain points of sales professionals an…

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Helping startups expand to US and other markets with Sergey Gribov from Flint Capital 48:37

5M ago48:37

48:37

In this podcast, Sergey Gribov shares his journey from being the first employee of a successful startup in Israel to becoming a partner at Flint Capital. He discusses the challenges and rewards of working in tech startups, the role of a board member in a startup, and the factors contributing to the success of the Israeli startup ecosystem. He also …

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How is CoolWater Capital helping the emerging fund managers with Winter Mead 52:26

6M ago52:26

52:26

In this conversation, Winter Mead, founder and managing member of CoolWater Capital, about his journey from studying innovation in grad school in England all the way to his work today helping emerging fund managers navigate the VC landscape. He shares insights about the importance of track records, persistence, and understanding the investment worl…

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Bourbon Tasting With Ray Walker, Founder of Saint Cloud 56:52

6M ago56:52

56:52

Adam cracks open a bottle of bourbon with Ray Walker, founder of Saint Cloud. Ray talks about Saint Cloud’s humble beginnings, his early days in the wine-making business, and how he’s rebranding bourbon with Saint Cloud. Adam finds out how to taste, smell, and appreciate his drinks, and finally gets clarity on the difference between whiskey and bou…

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Empowering diverse founders through community with Gabby Cazeau from Harlem Capital 27:35

6M ago27:35

27:35

In this episode, Gabby Cazeau, partner at Harlem Capital, shares her professional journey from starting as an engineer to becoming a venture capitalist. She discusses the importance of changing the face of entrepreneurship by investing in diverse founders and the valuable lessons she's learned throughout her career from different people and market …

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The Anthology of Balaji with Eric Jorgenson 54:10

6M ago54:10

54:10

In this episode, Eric Jorgensen, CEO of Scribe Media and author of "Almanack of Naval Ravikant" and "Anthology of Balaji” discusses his journey to becoming the CEO of Scribe Media, the success of his books, and the importance of understanding different disciplines. He also delves into topics such as the role of technology in various industries, the…

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Disrupting the $1T gift card industry with Brandon Kleinman from Birthday App 50:42

6M ago50:42

50:42

In this podcast episode, Brandon Kleinman, the founder of Birthday App, a fintech platform that consolidates birthdays and provides reminders and gift options discusses the app's success and future expansion plans. He shares insights on startup success, emphasizing the importance of speed, endurance, and adaptability. He also advises on co-founder …

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Reimagining community management with Ethan Song from RareCircles 31:17

7M ago31:17

31:17

In this podcast episode, Ethan Song, the CEO of Rare Circles shares his entrepreneurial journey, starting from his early days at Deloitte to founding the fashion brand, Frank and Oak. He discusses the importance of community-building in product-based companies and shares insights from his experience. Ethan also talks about his new venture, Rare Cir…

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Making Donations Frictionless with Vance Roush from Overflow 38:20

7M ago38:20

38:20

In this podcast episode, Vance Roush, founder and CEO of Overflow and executive pastor at Vibe Church, discusses his journey in the startup world and his passion for churches and nonprofits. He shares how his experience as a CFO for his church led him to start Overflow, a platform that simplifies the process of accepting non-cash donations. Vance a…

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Early investing in Palantir and Canva with Sandy Kory from Horizon VC 37:46

7M ago37:46

37:46

Sandy Kory is the Managing Director at Horizon vc, a seed-stage investor in product-driven startups. Sandy is an alumnus of Stanford from where he has done his MS in Management. In this podcast episode, Sandy Kory, the Managing Director at Horizon Venture, discusses his experiences and insights in the world of tech investment and angel investing. S…

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From Grassroots To Greatness with Lloyed Lobo 1:14:29

7M ago1:14:29

1:14:29

In this podcast episode, Lloyed Lobo, author of the book, From Grassroots to Greatness shares his journey as a refugee, his experiences in India and Kuwait, and the power of community and entrepreneurship. He discusses the importance of surrounding oneself with the right people, the role of community in building successful brands, and strategies fo…

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Scaling beyond founding teams with Satej Sirur from Rocketium 34:25

7M ago34:25

34:25

In this podcast episode, Satej, CEO of Rocketium, shares his journey into startups and the founding of his company. He discusses his experience at Taxi For Sure and the importance of having a core team. He explains the concept behind Rocketium and the ideal candidate profile for hiring. He emphasizes the value of listening to candidates and assessi…

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The Learning Game by Ana Lorena Fábrega 1:00:30

8M ago1:00:30

1:00:30

In this podcast episode, Anna Lorena talks about her new book "The Learning Game." Anna discusses her journey in education, her experience studying education at NYU, and her observations about the lack of genuine learning in traditional schools. She shares how she discovered online education through David Perell's writing course and joined a startu…

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Andrew Sheffield from Playfair Capital on the importance of alignment between founders and VCs 32:44

8M ago32:44

32:44

In this podcast episode, Andrew Sheffield discusses his background as a poker player and his transition into venture capital. Andrew talks about online poker websites and his preference for playing in casinos. He then delves into the investment strategies of Playfair Venture Capital, including the number of investments they make per year and their …

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The Editor’s Take: B Corp Gone Bad? One Company’s Fight Against a Beneficent Giant 30:21

8M ago30:21

30:21

What does it mean to be a B Corp? Adam sits down with former GearJunkie editor Sam Anderson to discuss his deep dive on Benefit Corporations, what it means to receive a B Corp certification, and why some companies aren’t recertifying — and why it doesn’t mean what you might think. With the story of Chris King, a bicycle component manufacturer, Sam …

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Family-First Entrepreneur with Steve Chou 34:07

8M ago34:07

34:07

In this podcast episode, Steve Chou, founder of the "My Wife Quit Her Job" podcast and successful entrepreneur shares his journey in e-commerce, starting with selling handkerchiefs on eBay, which led to the creation of Bumblebee Linens. He discusses the viability of e-commerce in 2023 and the importance of building an audience before launching a co…

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Changing Landscape of Australian Startups with Barry Winata from Metagrove Ventures 44:51

8M ago44:51

44:51

In this podcast episode, Barry shares his journey into venture capital, explaining how his background in tech led him to explore the startup ecosystem and angel investing. He discusses the check size for investing, emphasizing the importance of showcasing value to startups. Barry also talks about building relationships with potential investors and …

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Building go-to-market teams in Enterprise SaaS with Anupam Rastogi from Emergent Ventures 47:00

9M ago47:00

47:00

In this podcast episode, Anupam Rastogi, partner at Emergent Ventures discusses his background and experience in investing and firm building. The conversation covers topics such as the impact of AI on jobs and the future of work, competition between startups and incumbents, the importance of large models and productivity tools, building teams and a…

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How to invest in startups with Brian Nichols from Angel Squad 45:20

9M ago45:20

45:20

In this podcast episode, Brian Nichols, the founder of Angel Squad, shares his background and experiences working at companies like Lyft, Zoox, and Blackbird. He talks about his first angel investment and how he identifies the right opportunities. Brian also discusses the number of startups to invest in for a diversified portfolio and the process o…

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Kaiwei Tang from Light on how to free you from your Smartphone habit 44:17

9M ago44:17

44:17

In this podcast episode, Kaiwei Tang, the founder of Light Phone discusses the inspiration behind Light Phone, a credit card-sized device that encourages people to take a break from technology and live in the moment. He explains the concept of minimalism in design and how it aligns with the core values of Light Phone. Kaiwei emphasizes the importan…

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How Quolum tracks your SaaS expenses with Indus Khaitan 40:32

9M ago40:32

40:32

I am excited to have Indus Khaitan, the founder of Quolum, a SaaS and Cloud Spend Reduction product funded by Sequoia and Nexus. He earlier founded Bitzer Mobile, which was created on the heels of the 2008 recession, and exited in what was Oracle’s first acquisition in mobile. In this podcast episode, Indus discusses the growth and future of the In…

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Long Distance, Pre-marriage, and Struggle | When God Writes a Love Story | Joshua and Rayanne pt 7 1:10:13

10M ago1:10:13

1:10:13

The final chapter of Joshua and Rayanne's love story is finally here. At least, the final chapter of this particular series. They go in-depth on the difficulty of long distance dating, their struggle with sexual sin, and how Joshua eventually moved to Wisconsin. Without God, none of this would have been possible. He confirmed over and over that the…

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