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The Innovators & Investors Podcast


1 Empowering Innovation: The Intersection of Corporate Venture Capital and AI-Driven Startups 1:00:22
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Join us for an engaging episode of The Innovators and Investors Podcast, hosted by Kristian Marquez, where we explore the vibrant intersection of technology, investment, and entrepreneurship. This week, Kristian welcomes two dynamic guests: Kevin Weber, Managing Director at Amex Ventures, and Ayal Karmi, Co-founder and CEO of Nakuda. In this episode, Kevin shares his fascinating career journey, including his transition from corporate finance and M&A to venture capital at Amex Ventures, where he focuses on early-stage investments in sectors like fintech, AI, and cybersecurity. As Kevin describes his investment thesis, he emphasizes the importance of strategic partnerships and the alignment of their investments with American Express’s core business objectives. Our conversation then shifts to Ayal Karmi, who delves into the innovative solutions Nakuda is bringing to the market. As the company pioneers a system for AI agents to make seamless payments online, Ayal discusses the challenges and opportunities in automating the checkout process and enhancing transaction authenticity. Listeners can expect to gain valuable insights into the investment landscape, the evolving field of AI agents, and best practices for founders seeking to navigate the venture capital space. Furthermore, Kevin and Ayal offer advice on how to approach corporate venture capital, the significance of understanding investor expectations, and the future of agentic payments. Don’t miss this enlightening discussion that highlights the transformative power of technology and the shared mission of fostering innovation in today’s rapidly evolving market. Subscribe now to stay updated on the latest insights and trends in the world of innovation and finance! For more details, visit our website and read Ayal’s insightful blogs on Substack, https://substack.com/@nekuda? about autonomous payments to stay informed about the latest in AI technologies. Enjoy the episode! Learn more about Kevin's work https://www.americanexpress.com/us/business/american-express-ventures/ Connect with Kevin on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-weber-b77b8028/ Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply https://finstratmgmt.com/innovators-investors-podcast/ Want to learn more about Kristian Marquez's work? Check out his website at https://finstratmgmt.com/…
Worried About the Warriors Blowing Leads?
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Willard and Dibs discuss if it's fair or not to be concerned by the Warriors blowing a 20-point lead last night before ultimately recovering and beating the Grizzlies.
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Willard and Dibs discuss if it's fair or not to be concerned by the Warriors blowing a 20-point lead last night before ultimately recovering and beating the Grizzlies.
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1 Hour 1: Burnes To Undergo TJ, NBA Finals Starts Great, Bryce Watch 37:26
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In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs react to Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Corbin Burnes undergoing Tommy John Surgery, the dynamic of the NBA Finals and Bryce Eldridge's grand slam for his first home run at Triple-A Sacramento.

1 Hour 2: Bryce Watch + Kuminga Staying w/ GSW? 49:22
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In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs are joined by Sacramento River Cats play-by-play announcer Zack Bayrouty to provide an update on Bryce Eldridge's first few games in Triple-A -- including a grand slam in last night's game. The guys then hop into a conversation about Jonathan Kuminga after a new reported stated he'd likely remain a member of the Warriors organization for next season.…

1 Hour 3: Could the Knicks Target Steve Kerr? 35:06
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In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs discuss the tall tale and rumor of Steve Kerr being an option for the Knicks head caching job.

1 Hour 4: What to Make of NBA Ratings, Draymond on Kimmel, Air Guitars 41:38
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A recent rumor swirled around about Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr being possibly a fit for the New York Knicks head coach vacancy. It was thrown out there by WFAN, but is it a legit report?

1 The Warriors Are Likely Bringing Back Jonathan Kuminga 24:46
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Willard and Dibs tackle the Jonathan Kuminga conversation, as Monte Poole of NBC Sports Bay Area recently reported that the team is likely to retain the youngster for next season.

1 Zack Bayrouty Talks Bryce Watch, First Triple-A HR 24:36
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Willard and Dibs are joined by Sacramento River Cats play-by-play broadcaster Zack Bayrouty to discuss the rise of Bryce Eldridge, his defensive skills at first base, huge power, his first Triple-A grand slam, and more!
Usually, the NBA Finals features teams with top tier superstars and top tier markets. It's a little different this time around. Willard and Dibs explore whether or not this is the most anti-NBA playoff run we've ever seen. They also switch over to Bryce Watch, where they break down Bryce Eldridge's first few games at the Triple-A level.…

1 How Corbin Burnes' TJ Surgery Affects Giants 12:10
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Willard and Dibs open up the show by reacting to the news that Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Corbin Burnes will undergo Tommy John Surgery and how the Giants may have dodged a bullet by not signing him during the offseason.

1 Hour 1: Giants Grab Victory Over SD + Matt Cain On Giants 35:11
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In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs recap the Giants huge victory over the San Diego Padres last night, and are joined by Giants' right-hander Matt Cain to talk all things baseball.

1 Hour 2: It's Very Difficult to Hit at Oracle Park 37:38
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NBC Sports Bay Area San Francisco Giants beat reporter Alex Pavlovic joins Willard and Dibs on 95.7 the Game to discuss Bryce Eldridge's call-up to Triple-A Sacramento and what fans could expect in terms of timetable for the top prospect. They also talk about the current struggles with the team, along with the most recent roster moves that were made today.…
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1 Giants Shaking Up Roster Is Simply Messaging 12:10
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Willard and DIbs open up the show by reacting to another tough loss from the San Francisco Giants, and if Bryce Eldridge should be rushed up to Triple-A.
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1 Hour 1: Giants Keep Struggling to Put Runs Together 36:53
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In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs react to the San Francisco Giants unable to put together anything offensively last night against the San Diego Padres in an extra inning loss. They also debate Willy Adames' struggles and why the free-agent acquisition isn't producing on both sides of the ball.
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1 Hour 2: Should the Giants Speed Up Bryce Eldridge's Development? 36:44
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In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs react to the news that San Francisco Giants top prospect Bryce Eldridge has been called up to Triple-A Sacramento. Should he be called up now?
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In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs talk about who might be on the hot seat in Bay Area Sports
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Willard and Dibs react to the Giants' call-up of top prospect Bryce Eldridge to Triple-A Sacramento on Tuesday. Eldridge, 20, was tearing up Double-A Richmond.
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1 Willy Adames Is Supposed to Be Good, Not Great 25:12
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Willard and Dibs discuss the reasons behind Willy Adames' struggles offensively and defensively, and if his track-record could hint a turnaround soon to help ignite the Giants' offense.
Willard and Dibs open up the show by discussing the horrendous offensive performance over the last few weeks
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Willard and Dibs' full show from Monday, June 2nd. In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs discuss how having hope vs. having expectations for the Warriors impacts how you feel as a fan, debate if teams should be willing to part with all of their future assets for another star, and more. In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs discuss if it's possible for Giannis and KD to team up somewhere, chat with ESPN's Bobby Marks about the Warriors offseason, debate if signing Jonathan Kuminga this offseason limits what else they could do, and more. In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs continue to discuss how Jonathan Kuminga controls the Warriors offseason, debate who the Warriors should target this offseason, begin a conversation about how much a fifth ring for Steph Curry would be worth to them. In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs discuss what Steph Curry's fifth ring would mean to them, debate if they'd trade a decade of futility for his fifth ring, take calls from the audience, and more.…
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1 Crossover: Do Unrealistic Expectations Ruin the Sports Experience? 25:09
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Willard and Dibs join Steiny and Guru on a Monday edition of The Crossover. The guys debate if unrealistic expectations on a sports team makes it more difficult for a sports fan to enjoy watching sports. What are your expectations for the Warriors and how does that impact how you feel, either positively or negatively, about the season?…
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1 Hour 1: Hope vs. Expectations for the Warriors 38:30
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In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs discuss how having hope vs. having expectations for the Warriors impacts how you feel as a fan, debate if teams should be willing to part with all of their future assets for another star, and more.
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1 Hour 2: NBA Stars, Bobby Marks, and JK's Limits 52:08
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In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs discuss if it's possible for Giannis and KD to team up somewhere, chat with ESPN's Bobby Marks about the Warriors offseason, debate if signing Jonathan Kuminga this offseason limits what else they could do, and more.
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1 Hour 3: Kuminga's Control, Offseason Targets 47:12
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In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs continue to discuss how Jonathan Kuminga controls the Warriors offseason, debate who the Warriors should target this offseason, begin a conversation about how much a fifth ring for Steph Curry would be worth to them.
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1 Robbie Ray on All-Star Bid, Buster's Influence, Pizza Toppings 17:17
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San Francisco Giants left-hander Robbie Ray joins Willard and Dibs to discuss hits hot start, chances of making the All-Star team, Buster Posey's influence and pizza toppings!
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Willard and Dibs preview the NBA finals
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1 Is It Increasingly Harder to Hit at Oracle Park 25:26
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Willard and Dibs react to Fernando Tatis Jr's long flyout against Randy Rodriguez on Thursday afternoon. But has the struggles at Oracle Park only been more glaring?
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1 Bryce Eldridge Impresses in First Triple-A Game 12:11
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Willard and Dibs check up on the Triple-A debut of Bryce Eldridge. The 20-year-old reached base three times against the River Cats
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1 Matt Cain Talks Being Cain'd, Buster Posey, Giants Postseason Chances 23:13
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Former San Francisco Giants All-Star Matt Cain joins Willard and Dibs to discuss being a young prospect on the rise, Buster Posey's leadership ability, being Cain'd, Bob Melvin, postseason chances and more!
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1 Giants Come From Behind to Dramatically Beat Padres 11:57
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Willard and Dibs open up the show by talking about the Giants huge win over the San Diego Padres on Wednesday night, and why Heliot Ramos' two-run game-tying double might've been one of the more important parts of the season.
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1 Hour 1: Giants Blow A Huge One vs SD + Alex Pavlovic on Eldridge 36:40
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In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs open up the show by talking about the Giants heartbreaking loss to the San Diego Padres last night and they talk to NBC Sports Bay Area beat reporter Alex Pavlovic about the state of the franchise
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1 Hour 2: Meet Dominic Smith and Daniel Johnson 35:19
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In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs introduce themselves to Dominic Smith and Daniel Johnson, two of the newest members of the San Francisco Giants organization
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1 Hour 3: Is Brandon Aiyuk the Worst Contract in the Bay? 48:50
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1 Hour 4: Eric Byrnes Says to 'Bring Up Bryce!' 47:06
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In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs are joined by former MLB outfielder and current No Filter Network broadcaster Eric Byrnes to discuss the San Francisco Giants lack of offense and whether the Giants should bring up Bryce Eldridge
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Willard and Dibs discuss the worst current contracts in Bay Area sports
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There's some newfound drama coming out of Santa Clara involving 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk...
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Willard and Dibs break down the new Giants, Dominic Smith and Daniel Johnson, and their backstories. How do they fit on this roster and how will this effect this offense.
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With the Giants offense unable to put together any significant string of runs, a lot of pressure has been placed on their stellar pitching staff. How long could this hold up? Willard and Dibs discuss
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