Best Matt Scanlon Podcasts (2024)

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#365: Jag Singh, CEO of re.al, on Real World Assets (RWAs), On-chain Home Loans, and Calculating Yields for RWAs 35:03

18m ago35:03

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Jag Singh is the CEO and co-founder of re.al, an L2 build to facilitate deep onchain liquidity for tokenized RWAs. re.al seeks to redefine how RWAs are integrated into DeFi, using yield-generating real-world assets as novel building blocks in existing DeFi primitives. In this conversation, we discuss: - Real World Asset thesis - TVL/RWA yields - Be…

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How the Best Private Equity Firms Hire Top Portfolio Executives With Jordan Burton 44:34

2h ago44:34

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Welcome to The Private Equity Podcast by Raw Selection! In this episode, our host, Alex Rawlings, is joined by Jordan Burton, co-founder of Talgo. Together, they delve into the intricacies of talent interviewing and assessment within the private equity sector. Jordan brings a wealth of knowledge from his transition from a potential private equity i…

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How to Be a Great Investor (While Also Being Despised) 23:47

7h ago23:47

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Billionaire venture capitalist Peter Thiel was in the news this week for a very, er, controversial interview with Joe Rogan. On this week’s TLDR, how do Thiel’s political and social views square with his approach to investing? Plus, a look at the big cut Apple takes from app store users, and why it’s about to cost content creators even more. And, t…

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#364: Ben Goertzel, CEO of SingularityNET, on The Relationship Between AI & Blockchain, The Future of AI, and AGI 45:12

2h ago45:12

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Dr. Ben Goertzel is a highly influential figure in the fields of artificial intelligence, robotics, and computational finance. Born in 1966, he has been a pioneering force in multiple scientific and technological domains. With a Ph.D. in Mathematics from Temple University, Goertzel has dedicated his career to both the theoretical and practical appl…

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Living Water - Chris Sayburn 38:21

1h ago38:21

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This weeks message is by Chris Sayburn.

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#363: Gabriele Giancola, CEO of Qiibee, on Web3 Loyalty Programs, Liquidity’s Role in Points Programs, and The Future of Rewards Programs 38:12

4d ago38:12

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Gabriele Giancola, council member of qiibee Foundation, is a prominent Swiss entrepreneur known for his contributions to the Web3 and blockchain space. After graduating with a Master’s in Business Management from the University of St. Gallen, Gabriele co-founded qiibee, where he is CEO, a blockchain-based loyalty ecosystem that helps brands run and…

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A Private Equity Firm Founders Playbook On Value Creation With Brendan Anderson 33:06

3d ago33:06

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Welcome to the Private Equity Podcast! In this episode, we explore the nuances of building and scaling businesses within the private equity realm. Alex excited to welcome back Brendan Anderson, Managing Partner of ScaleCo Capital. [00:00] Brendan emphasizes the importance of having the right people and vision for successful business ventures. [00:1…

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The CEO Everyone Wants 26:16

23m ago26:16

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Why did one hiring decision send Starbucks’s stock way up — and Chipotle’s down? On this week’s TLDR, why the market believes the once-burrito, now-coffee CEO Brian Niccol has the magic touch. Plus, after years of swiping, users are turning away from their dating apps. Where are they going instead? And, a look at the tangled state of Canada’s tempo…

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#362: Chris Yin, CEO of Plume, on Real World Assets (RWAs), Tokenizing Everything, and The Crypto Product Lifecycle 41:13

2h ago41:13

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Chris Yin is CEO/Co-Founder of Plume, which he founded in 2024 to redefine how people use and think about RWAs. He is leading the team realizing the vision to simplify how users bring any kind of asset including collectibles and alternative assets in addition to traditional financial instruments onchain. Chris has an accomplished track record as a …

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The Price of Discipleship - Matt Harrison 30:08

3d ago30:08

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This weeks message is by Matt Harrison.

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#361: Cooper Scanlon, Co-founder of Movement Labs, on The Move Programming Language, Powering the Fastest L2 on Ethereum, and Leveraging Blockchain Tech 39:14

12d ago39:14

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Cooper Scanlon, Co-founder of Movement Labs, dropped out of Vanderbilt after his journey led to the blockchain space and he realized that formal education wasn’t the key to his success and he enjoyed building a SPACDAO Vehicle more. This decision led to him pioneering the first yield aggregator leveraging Move and eventually envisioning and creatin…

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Founding and Managing a Private Equity Firm, Highs and Lows with Brad Nathan - Playbook Series 45:59

3d ago45:59

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Welcome to the Private Equity Podcast! In this episode, Alex Rawlings welcomes back Brad Nathan, a seasoned private equity firm founder, to dive into the intricacies of starting and managing a PE firm. Brad shares first-hand experiences, detailing the triumphs and tribulations he's encountered and offering a comprehensive guide for navigating the c…

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Lessons From the Stock Market Meltdown 23:52

2h ago23:52

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Last week, the stock market had its most volatile day in a long time. On this episode of TLDR, we break down the chaos and dig into some of the theories about why it happened. And, we look at which investors came out the strongest at the end of it all. This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman, business reporter Sarah Rieger, financial educator Kyl…

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#360: J.D. Seraphine, Founder of Raiinmaker, on Blockchain’s Influence on the Entertainment Industry, Merging Crypto & AI, and DePIN 37:21

1d ago37:21

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J.D. Seraphine founded Vision Tree with the sole purpose of transforming our culture and changing the world for the better through Media and Technology. With over 16 Years experience in the entertainment industry, he started in television working in production on the hit show 24 and went on to finance and produce a number of projects: including Hes…

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Fear Not - Jock James 29:10

3d ago29:10

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This weeks message is by Jock James.

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#359: William Quigley, Co-founder of Tether & WAX, on the Future of Crypto, DeFi, Stablecoins, Regulation, and CBDCs 58:07

14d ago58:07

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William E. Quigley is a cryptocurrency and blockchain investor. He has incubated and invested in more than 30 bitcoin, blockchain, and cryptocurrency-related investments and co-developed the first crypto derivative used to trade pre-release Ethereum. He co-founded Tether, the first fiat-backed stablecoin and most traded cryptocurrency to date, GoCo…

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Key Advice For Every PE-Backed Executive With Matt Sharrers 26:18

7d ago26:18

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Welcome to the Private Equity Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the intricate dynamics of managing relationships between CEOs and private equity firms with our guest, Matt Sharrers, founder of ETJ Advisory. Matt shares his extensive experience and insights on how executives can effectively navigate the transition into private equity-backed rol…

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How Housing Prices Rose So High, So Fast 24:48

23d ago24:48

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Since 2005, the average price of a home in Canada has tripled. On this week’s TLDR, award-winning journalist Michelle Cyca — who wrote the definitive piece on the subject, The End of Homeownership, for Maclean’s last year — tells us why and what happens next. This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman and business reporter Sarah Rieger. Follow us on…

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#358: Amitt Mahajan, Founder of Proof of Play, on Building Viral Games, Web3 Games, Building Community, and Co-creating FarmVille 48:05

8d ago48:05

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Amitt Mahajan is the Founder of Proof of Play, the creators of Pirate Nation, the fully onchain free-to-play pirate-themed roleplaying game (RPG). Prior to founding Proof of Play, Amitt was the founder and CTO of MyMiniLife (acquired by Zynga), founder and CEO of Toro (acquired by Google), and the co-founder and CTO of Rare Bits, an NFT marketplace…

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I Know What I Want - Joshua Minton 26:16

19d ago26:16

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This weeks message is from Joshua Minton.

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#357: Evan Weiss, COO at Alluvial, on Liquid Staking, the ETH ETF, and the Future of DeFi & Staking 31:04

12d ago31:04

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Evan Weiss, Chief Operating Officer at Alluvial, is a seasoned expert in the crypto industry. Prior to Alluvial, he served as the Business Development Lead for Coinbase Cloud at Coinbase, where played a crucial role in leading business teams for the launch of Coinbase's Wallet-as-a-Service. Prior to this, he served as the Head of Business Operation…

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How to Say No to $23b 24:00

14d ago24:00

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A company you may or may not have heard of got a $23b offer from Google — and walked away. On this week’s TLDR, when should you say no to nine figures? Plus, how did a tobacco company become the best performing US investment in recent history? And, some divergent views on the wisdom of giving everybody free money. This episode was hosted by Devin F…

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The Vast Opportunity of Investing in Sub $5M EBITDA Companies With Mason Myers 24:17

14d ago24:17

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Welcome to The Private Equity Podcast! In this episode, we’re diving deep into the world of investments with a focus on sub $5M EBITDA companies. Our guest is Mason Myers, Founder and Managing Partner of Greybull Stewardship. Mason’s expertise lies in navigating and scaling smaller, often overlooked businesses, and he’s here to share valuable insig…

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#356: Matt Wright, CEO of Gaianet, on The Current and Future State of Decentralized AI, The Ethereum ecosystem, and ETH ETFs 34:35

26d ago34:35

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As Gaianet's CEO, Matt spearheads the mission to reshape the AI landscape. With his adept leadership and 8 years of experience in community development, developer evangelism, and strategic partnership, Matt is dedicated to driving Gaianet toward a future where AI technologies are transparent, accessible, and beneficial to all – facilitating innovat…

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Sit or Settle Part 2 - Shirley James 33:12

30d ago33:12

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This weeks message is by Shirley James.

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#355: Bobby Lee, CEO of Ballet, on Bitcoin Ownership, ETFs, Custody, and Bitcoin Regulations in USA & China 39:36

1M ago39:36

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Bobby Lee is the Founder and CEO of Ballet, the cryptocurrency company behind the innovative REAL Series Cold Storage. This physical cold storage was launched in 2019 as the world’s first-ever non-electronic cold storage card with multicurrency support that requires zero setup to use. Ballet aims to bring true global adoption to Bitcoin and cryptoc…

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Private Equity and How it is Embracing Technology Transformation With Alan Williamson 24:09

21d ago24:09

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Welcome to the Private Equity Podcast! In this episode, we explore "Private Equity and Technology Transformation" with Alan Williamson. Alan, a seasoned CTO and operating partner, shares insights from his journey—from embedded engineering to navigating Enterprise Java and PE due diligence. He emphasizes crucial operational details affecting portfol…

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Why Your Car Got Stolen 22:00

1M ago22:00

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A crackdown on car thefts in Ontario and Quebec has had some unintended consequences. On this week’s TLDR, why our cars keep getting stolen. And, after decades of financial success, Nike now seems like a brand in trouble. Is this the end of the line for the swoosh? Plus, making sense of the latest market reversal. This episode was hosted by Devin F…

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#354: Sunil Srivatsa, CEO of Storm Labs, on DeFi, Loss Versus Rebalancing, Yield Farming, Points Programs, and Automated Market Making in Crypto 39:59

22d ago39:59

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Sunil Srivatsa is the founder and CEO of Storm Labs, the creators of the Cove Protocol, the first onchain portfolio manager. Previously, Sunil founded Saddle, the premier open-source StableSwap with $2.2B+ in volume, and was a senior software engineer at Uber where he worked on infrastructure security, self-driving cars in the Advanced Technologies…

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Sit or Settle - Shirley James 30:52

1M ago30:52

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This weeks message is by Shirley James.

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#353: Burnt Banksy, CEO of XION, on Chain Abstraction, Mass Adoption, and Burning a Banksy Painting 35:55

1M ago35:55

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Three years ago, Burnt Banksy’s act of burning a physical Banksy ignited global discourse on NFTs and Web3, exposing the industry's flaws. The story was covered by leading publications including Bloomberg, CoinDesk, GQ, CoinTelegraph, BBC, CBS, and is often cited as the catalyst of the NFT revolution. Now, through the XION blockchain, founder Burnt…

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Is Stock Trading Becoming a Teen Sport? 20:08

1M ago20:08

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Investors are starting to trade stocks younger and younger. On this week’s TLDR, we look at what’s behind this retail trading boom — and why it doesn’t seem to be going anywhere. And, how berries became so expensive, and why everyone (especially parents) keeps on buying them. Plus, what product recalls really cost companies. This episode was hosted…

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The Intentional Strategy Steps To Grow a Business To a Billion Dollar Exit With Tim O'Reilly - Playbook Series 44:10

1M ago44:10

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Welcome to the Private Equity Podcast! In this episode, join us as we delve into intentional business growth strategies with Tim O'Reilly. Learn key insights for success. [00:11] Tim discusses the influence of certain books on shaping strategies. [01:19] Introduction to Tim O'Reilly and focus on intentional business growth strategy. [02:17] Reflect…

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#352: Sid Coelho-Prabhu, Senior Director of Product Management for Coinbase Wallet, on The Importance of Self Custody, The Future of Crypto Wallets, and New Coinbase Products 34:11

1M ago34:11

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Sid Coelho-Prabhu is the Senior Director of Product Management for Coinbase Wallet, the self-custody wallet that serves as a gateway to the onchain ecosystem. He joined Coinbase in 2017 with a goal of helping to build a more open financial system. Prior to joining Coinbase, he was the CEO and co-founder of Savvy Investments, an online investment ad…

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How To Navigate A Season Of Change - Rich Martin 32:18

1M ago32:18

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This weeks message is by Rich Martin.

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#351: Will Fan, CEO of NewCampus, on The Future of Education and Integrating Web3 Into Education 36:12

1M ago36:12

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Will Fan is the CEO and Head of School at NewCampus, a challenger business school designed for emerging markets. As a partner at Open Campus, a pioneering Web3 foundation, he is deeply involved in financing groundbreaking education and future of work initiatives. His work is driven by a blend of education, community building, and exploring new indu…

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A CEO’s Lessons From Taking a Private Equity Backed Business To An Exit With Nathan Sanders 42:56

1M ago42:56

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Welcome to the Private Equity Podcast! In this episode, host Alex Rawlings dives into a rich conversation with Nathan Sanders. From navigating financial constraints during the pandemic to tackling add-on acquisitions and integrating technology effectively, Nathan shares valuable insights gained from his extensive experience in leading Private Equit…

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A Guide to Bull Market Investing 25:54

2M ago25:54

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Stocks have been rallying for a year and a half — and that’s making some investors nervous. On this week’s TLDR, we explore the wisdom behind investing in a bull market. Plus, a look at why Canadian home insurance prices have been soaring. And, a long strange trip through the finances of Las Vegas’s Sphere. This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman…

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42.#CancerBae founder, Will Wise: ‘This mess will be our message.’ From pro basketball to redefining what it means to live with stage four cancer. 54:07

1M ago54:07

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma is joined by former professional basket ball player, Will Wise. At the end of 2022, having had no prior symptoms, Will was diagnosed with Phaeochromocytoma - tumour of the adrenal gland and also, Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia type 2 which is a rare disorder that causes tumours in the endocrine glands and organs. …

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#350: Matthijs de Vries, CEO of Nuklai, on The Future of Decentralized Data, Crypto, and AI 32:19

1M ago32:19

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Matthijs de Vries is a serial entrepreneur with a passion for blockchain technology, as well as its role in the future of data and AI. He is currently building the collaborative smart data ecosystem and decentralized data infrastructure provider, Nuklai. With extensive experience in DeFi and Web3, Matthijs is also one of the co-founders of tokeniza…

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The Rest Is Up To God - Jock James 30:28

1M ago30:28

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This weeks message is by Jock James.

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#349: Shant Kevonian, CEO of EtherMail, on Web3 Email, The Future of Email, Ethereum, and How to Successfully Launch Tokens 31:17

1M ago31:17

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Shant Kevonian is the Founder and CEO of EtherMail. He is responsible for setting the company’s strategy, directing its product vision, developing company culture, and managing its agendas. A technical founder with a love of computer programming from a young age, Shant left university early to join the Barcelona startup scene. He joined hospitality…

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Servant Leadership and Disruptive Marketing in Private Equity With Nick McLean 26:08

2M ago26:08

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Welcome to the Private Equity Podcast! In this episode, host Alex Rawlings engages in a dynamic discussion with Nick McLean, founder of Four Pillars Investors, on the topics of servant leadership and disruptive marketing in the Private Equity sector. Join us as we delve into Nick's insights and experiences in navigating the complexities of the indu…

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41.Self work and trauma therapist, Helen Marie: Micro moments of self love, softness and what it really means to ‘Choose You’ 50:55

1M ago50:55

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On this episode of Open, Emma is joined by trauma and self work therapist, Helen Marie. Helen is a registered integrative therapist with a Post Graduate Diploma in Psychotherapy and Counselling. She is the host of the podcast, ‘I don’t think we talk enough about…’ where her and a special guest explore issues that need more candid openness around me…

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#348: Arjun Bhuptani, Co-founder of Everclear, on Web3 Branding, Clearing Layers, The Power of Netting, and Rollups 39:55

2M ago39:55

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Arjun Bhuptani is a co-founder of Everclear, the first clearing layer for the web3 ecosystem. He is also a co-creator of Moloch DAO, the earliest and one of the most frequently used Decentralized Autonomous Organization frameworks meant to help individuals and institutions coordinate around shared resources in a fair and transparent manner. In this…

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Stones of Remembrance - Aaron Baxter 37:32

2M ago37:32

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This weeks message is by Aaron Baxter.

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#347: Eric Chen, CEO of Injective Labs, on Institutionalized DeFi, Tokenized RWAs, and Revolutionizing On-chain Trading 36:26

2M ago36:26

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Eric Chen is the CEO and co-founder of Injective Labs, the core contributor to Injective. Before founding Injective, he worked as a cryptography researcher and trader at Innovating Capital, where he led market-neutral trading efforts in the blockchain space and invested in prominent companies such as 0x, ChainLink, and Cosmos. Eric possesses extens…

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How Your Credit Card Makes Money 20:57

2M ago20:57

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On this week’s TLDR, what one bad bet from Wells Fargo can teach us about how credit card companies make all their money. And, the children of the ultra-rich are getting their inheritances soon. How do they plan to invest their fortunes? Plus, Canada’s most storied comedy festival is cancelled — maybe forever? What this not-so-funny development tel…

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Why Deals Fail and How to Avoid It With Brian Scanlon - Playbook Series 29:28

2M ago29:28

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Welcome to The Private Equity Podcast! In this episode, host Alex Rawlings discusses the critical factors behind deal failures and how to steer clear of them. Brian Scanlon from DealGen Partners shares insights on deal origination and sales processes. He stresses prep and presentation, akin to staging a house for sale. Brian pinpoints reasons for d…

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40. Run Grateful founder, Mark White: Running, gratitude and the ‘one grateful mile’ mission. 44:22

2M ago44:22

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Mark White: Running, gratitude and the ‘one grateful mile’ mission On this week’s episode of Open, Emma is joined by Mark White - the founder of Run Grateful, a mindful movement collective that connects running and gratitude to inspire positive change, improve mental health and create deeper human connections. Run Grateful is on a mission to help e…

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