Best LearnVest Podcasts (2025)

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How to Ask the Right Questions with Ben Lamm of Colossal Biosciences 57:32

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4d ago57:32

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What happens when humanity faces the sixth mass extinction event in Earth's history? Serial entrepreneur Ben Lamm believes we need a backup plan. With a track record of building and exiting companies across AI, gaming, and conversational intelligence, Ben took on his most audacious venture in 2021: co-founding Colossal Biosciences with Harvard gene…

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The Brave Leap with Mrs.Alka Gupta 22:22

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The topic of this episode is ''The Brave Leap with Mrs.Alka Gupta''. In this episode, I will be interviewing Alka Gupta on her brave leap from being a housewife to becoming a successful businesswoman. Evolving the world by sharing inspirational journeys! Hoping to evolve together and create a difference. Do subscribe & share this with everyone. Lin…

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Ctrl+Alt+Overthink 7:54

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The topic of this episode is 'Ctrl+Alt+Overthink'. In this episode, I will be sharing about what overthinking is, how it can effect you, how we can overcome it and my own story share. Evolving the world by normalising overthinking and working on it! Hoping to evolve together and create a difference. Do subscribe & share this with everyone. Link to …

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Season 13 Finale: Founders Flip the Script 1:09:56

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You heard the pitches. Now hear the aftermath. The Season 13 Finale brings you founder wins, surprises, pivots—and one last chance to invest. With in-depth updates on four standout companies and quick hits on the rest, this finale delivers the full story. ... Watch the finale on YouTube (@thepitchshow) and Patreon (@ThePitch) Subscribe to our publi…

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Oops did I say that?- Communication gone wrong 10:09

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The topic of this episode is 'Oops did I say that?'- Communication gone wrong In this episode, I will be sharing about some communication mistakes we all do daily in this digital world, will share examples, fixes and understand how we can do better. Evolving the digital world with correct communication Hoping to evolve together and create a differe…

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#164 Sundae: LTK for Groceries 41:35

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Anastasia Trofimova sold everything, moved across the world and started Sundae to make food content shoppable—linking influencers, grocery carts, and brand dollars. Her pitch checks all the boxes. But when she asks for a $10M valuation, things got complicated. Will investors buy in, or bail at the register? This is The Pitch for Sundae. Featuring i…

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Good vibes & the whispering universe 11:45

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The topic of this episode is 'Good vibes & the whispering universe'. In this episode, I will be sharing about the connection with the universe, some interesting terms like vibes, gut feelings, synchronicity, my story and experience with universe. Evolving the relationship with universe by backing with science. Hoping to evolve together and create a…

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Learnvest - Your investment in knowledge! 10:30

2M ago10:30

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The topic of this episode is 'Learnvest - Your investment in knowledge!'. In this episode, I will be sharing about learning, importance of budgeting for learning, steps to do it. Changing the mindset of learning from expenditure to investment in yourself. Hoping to evolve together and create a difference. Do subscribe & share this with everyone. My…

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#163 CurieDx: AI Pocket Doctor 38:51

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After a decade in the ER, Dr. Therese Canares built CurieDx—an AI-powered app that can detect strep throat from a smartphone photo with 88% accuracy. But when she pitches both a consumer and enterprise play, the investors push back: can one founder really do it all? This is The Pitch for CurieDx. Featuring investors Paige Finn Doherty, Charles Huds…

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Wallet Wisdom 10:39

2M ago10:39

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The topic of this episode is 'Wallet wisdom'. In this episode, I will be sharing my experience related to Wallet wisdom, importance of it and some quick tips to apply it in your lives. Hoping to evolve together and create a difference. Do subscribe & share this with everyone. My email id is [email protected]. You can reach out to me on this …

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#162 Jungle: Your AI Study Coach 56:22

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Julian Alvarez wants to turn every student into a super-learner. With $1M in ARR and 180,000 monthly active users, he’s off to a strong start. Can Jungle become the Duolingo for studying, or will ChatGPT steal his lunch money? This is The Pitch for Jungle. Featuring investors Charles Hudson, Elizabeth Yin, Jesse Middleton, Ben Zises and Kate McAndr…

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#161 Material: F1 Engineer 3D Prints Batteries?! 44:37

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Formula 1 engineer Gabe Elias got bored designing cars for Mercedes. Using his experience on the championship team he’s created a manufacturing method to 3D print batteries of any size, shape, and chemistry. Will the investors be charged for this innovation or will Gabe get sent back to the paddock? This is The Pitch for Material. Featuring investo…

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#160 Science On Call: AI Agents… for Restaurants 37:13

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Forget slick dashboards—Luisa Castellanos is betting that the future of restaurant tech support is... texting. Her startup Science On Call is already in 900 restaurants. The question is, can it scale to thousands? This is The Pitch for Science On Call. Featuring investors Jesse Middleton, Mark Phillips, Paige Doherty, and Will Weisman. ... Watch Lu…

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Wanna pitch on season 14? 2:58

3M ago2:58

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Raising money for your startup? Good news—applications for Season 14 of The Pitch are now open! General partner Lisa Muccio and venture scout Peter Liu share what we look for in a startup, and how you can land a spot on our next season. So if you're a pre-seed or seed-stage founder, apply now at pitch.show/apply Learn more about your ad choices. Vi…

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#159 Aura Finance: Chasing the Ghost of Mint 39:38

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With deals from LinkedIn, Figma, and a Fortune 100 giant, Kelsey Willock’s startup Aura Finance is off to a strong start. But will early traction be enough to justify a steep valuation in a competitive space? This is The Pitch for Aura Finance. Featuring investors Charles Hudson, Elizabeth Yin, Jesse Middleton, Jenny Fielding and Kate McAndrew. ...…

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#158 Avelo: The World’s First Smart Running Shoe 38:13

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Royi Metser’s smart running shoe promises fewer injuries—but are runners ready to subscribe to their shoes? This is The Pitch for Avelo. Featuring investors Charles Hudson, Elizabeth Yin, and two new investors to the show, Ben Zises and Kate McAndrew. ... Watch Royi’s pitch on YouTube (@thepitchshow) and Patreon (@ThePitch) Subscribe to our public …

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#157 KAV Sports: A New Era in Manufacturing 46:50

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Typically a startup pitch that requires building a manufacturing facility would send VCs running for the hills. But could Whitman Kwok's high margin, zero-inventory model be the exception to the rule? This is The Pitch for KAV Sports. Featuring investors Mark Phillips, Paige Finn Doherty and Will Weisman. ... Watch Whitman pitch his startup on YouT…

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Breaking the chains of Exam Fear - Final Part 7:46

4M ago7:46

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The topic of this episode is 'Breaking the chains of Exam Fear - Final Part'. In this episode, I will be sharing some harsh facts and also 5 steps to manage the exam Fear. Hoping to evolve together and create a difference. Do subscribe & share this with everyone. Link to Calendly to book a coaching session with me as mentioned in the episode: https…

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#156 Barberino’s: Italian Luxury Takes on the American Dream 42:17

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Michele Callegari has grown Barberino's to the #1 luxury men's grooming brand in Italy. Can he replicate the same success in the US – and if he does, will the Italian investors want their cut? This is The Pitch for Barberino’s. Featuring investors Charles Hudson, Elizabeth Yin, Jesse Middleton, and two new investors to the show, Ben Zises and Kate …

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#155 Folio: The $1.2B Opportunity Nobody Saw 40:02

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Cathy Huang wants to unlock millions of dollars for millions of new internships. But with her round already closed, will there be room for everyone who wants to invest? This is The Pitch for Folio. Featuring investors Jesse Middleton, Mark Phillips, Paige Doherty, and Will Weisman. Watch Cathy pitch her startup on YouTube (@thepitchshow) and Patreo…

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#154 Lockstop: Secure the Bike, Save the World 47:39

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Mike Burton wants to help every city turn drivers to riders with his smart bike lock. But will his “no checks under $100k” approach leave him backpedalling? This is The Pitch for Lockstop. Featuring investors Jesse Middleton, Mark Phillips, Paige Finn Doherty and Will Weisman. ... Watch Mike pitch his urban mobility startup on YouTube (@thepitchsho…

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Breaking the chains of Exam Fear - First Part 9:38

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The topic of this episode is 'Breaking the chains of Exam Fear - First Part'. In this episode, I will be sharing my personal story connected to exam Fear, I will be talking about what exam Fear is and what are the consequences of it. Hoping to evolve together and create a difference. Do subscribe & share this with everyone. Link to Calendly to book…

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Life chapters & checkpoints - Final Part 6:43

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The topic of this episode is 'Life chapters & checkpoints-Final Part'. In this episode, we will be talking about Adult milestones & timelines - some facts and some secrets pointers to deal with the adult milestones & timelines. Hoping to evolve together and create a difference. Do subscribe & share this with everyone. Link to Calendly to book a coa…

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Season 13: The Human Side of Venture 2:59

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A Johns Hopkins ER doctor, a Formula 1 engineer, and an artist walk into The Pitch Room... meet this season's extraordinary founders! We screened 2,000 companies, and 12 made the cut. But with negotiations turned up to 11, will they be ready to face off with the sharpest VCs in the game? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad…

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Life chapters & checkpoints 8:34

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The topic of this episode is 'Life chapters & checkpoints'. In this episode, we will be talking about Adult milestones & timelines - what it means & how I dealt with it through my personal story share. Hoping to evolve together and create a difference. Do subscribe & share this with everyone. Link to Calendly to book a coaching session with me as m…

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Bouncing Back Chronicles 5.0 8:39

6M ago8:39

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The topic of this episode is 'Bouncing Back Chronicles 5.0'. In this episode, we will be talking about Optimism & Inspiration. It is the last episode of the series and will help you maintain your lifestyle and lead sustainably. Do apply these and bounce back. Hoping to evolve together and create a difference. Do subscribe & share this with everyone…

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Bouncing Back Chronicles 4.0 7:01

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The topic of this episode is 'Bouncing Back Chronicles 4.0'. In this episode, I will be giving a brief on the first three episodes in this series and will be discussing about taking is the key skill to be developed and some steps that will help you to apply in your life. Do apply these and bounce back. Hoping to evolve together and create a differe…

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Bouncing Back Chronicles 3.0 8:24

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The topic of this episode is 'Bouncing Back Chronicles 3.0'. In this episode, I will be giving a brief on the first two episodes in this series and will be discussing about growth, mentally and emotionally to balance with physical growth and sharing an inspiring story and three focus points for them. Do apply these and bounce back. Hoping to evolve…

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Bouncing Back Chronicles 2.0 10:26

7M ago10:26

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The topic of this episode is 'Bouncing Back Chronicles 2.0'. In this episode, I will be giving a brief on the first episode and will be discussing about Self-compassion and sharing some practices to build it. Hoping to evolve together and create a difference. Do subscribe & share this with everyone. Link to Calendly to book a coaching session with …

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How to Innovate Without Compromise with Jon Perl of QA Wolf 31:15

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With software powering every aspect of our lives, when does quality testing shift from a nicety to an absolute necessity? Despite the stakes, most companies fail to test everything—and even fewer automate their QA processes—leaving critical systems vulnerable to catastrophic bugs. Jon Perl is on a mission to change that. In 2019, he launched QA Wol…

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How to Innovate at the Speed of Light with Nick Harris of Lightmatter 30:46

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For 60 years, Moore's Law and Dennard scaling drove the exponential advancement of computers, making them faster, smaller, and more energy-efficient. But as Nick Harris explains, the era of transistor-based technology has reached its physical limits. The future of computing demands a new solution, and that solution is light. Nick founded Lightmatte…

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Bouncing Back Chronicles 1.0 7:26

7M ago7:26

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The topic of this episode is 'Bouncing Back Chronicles 1.0'. In this episode, I will be introducing the bouncing back chronicles and will be sharing the first key point that can be learnt to get a bounce back attitude in your life. Hoping to evolve together and create a difference. Do subscribe & share this with everyone. Link to Calendly to book a…

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#153 Season 12 Finale 🎉 1:55:54

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The culmination of fourteen pitches, six months, and over $3.8M invested by VCs and listeners, this is the season 12 finale. *Disclaimer: No offer to invest is being made to or solicited from the listening audience on today’s show. The information provided on this show is not intended to be investment advice and should not be relied upon as such. L…

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How to Pinpoint What Powers Your Growth with Avishai Abrahami of Wix 32:05

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What if building a website wasn’t just for developers, but something anyone could do easily? This was the simple idea that led Avishai Abrahami to create Wix in 2006. What began as a no-code tool to help businesses establish an online presence has grown into a global platform that serves hundreds of millions of users. Under Avishai’s leadership, th…

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How to Rewrite the Rules of Media with Chris Best of Substack 30:55

7M ago30:55

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What if the media you consume isn’t just how you spend your time—but who you become? Chris Best began his career as a software engineer, driven by the idea that writing code could transform how millions of people work. But after nearly a decade of coding, he recognized an even greater potential with writing: the power to shape who millions of peopl…

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How to Bend the Solar Cost Curve with Chris Hopper of Aurora Solar 29:49

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Following the clean-tech bust of the early 2010s, the path to renewable energy was anything but clear. Yet in 2013, Chris Hopper took a bold step forward to co-found Aurora Solar, on a mission to accelerate solar energy adoption. Aurora’s platform streamlines and improves the processes of sales, design, and installation—making solar more accessible…

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Transforming lives : Impact of Coaching | With Shwetha. 27:29

8M ago27:29

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The topic of this episode is 'Transforming lives : Impact of Coaching | With Shwetha.' In this episode, I will be interviewing Shwetha about how coaching can transform lives and what is the impact of coaching. Hoping to evolve together and create a difference. Do subscribe & share this with everyone. Link to Calendly to book a coaching session with…

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#152 Oma Health 33:13

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Khaylah Epps wants to change the face of healthcare in the south. This is The Pitch for Oma Health. Featuring investors Cyan Banister, Charles Hudson, Elizabeth Yin, Mac Conwell and Jesse Middleton. ... Watch Khaylah pitch her healthtech startup on YouTube @thepitchshow Register for our virtual Season Finale Watch Party on December 11th pitch.show/…

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How to Create Community with Sarah Harrelson of CULTURED 28:58

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In 2011, as the rise of digital media cast doubt on the survival of print, Sarah Harrelson broke from convention and launched her own independent magazine: CULTURED. Sarah set out to spotlight artists, writers, curators, and designers overlooked by mainstream outlets and has since become one of the most trusted voices in the world of art and design…

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The Judgement Trap Final Part 8:53

8M ago8:53

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The topic of this episode is 'The Judgement Trap Final Part'. In this episode, I will be talking about Observation over judgement and benefits around it. A secret formula to use it with ease as well. Hoping to evolve together and create a difference. Do subscribe & share this with everyone. Link to Calendly to book a coaching session with me as men…

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#151 Feedback Intelligence 26:50

8M ago26:50

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Is your AI hallucinating? This AI can fix it. This is Chinar Movsisyan's pitch for Feedback Intelligence. Featuring investors Cyan Banister, Charles Hudson, Elizabeth Yin, Mac Conwell and Jesse Middleton. ... Watch Chinar pitch her AI startup on YouTube @thepitchshow Register for our virtual Season Finale Watch Party on December 11th pitch.show/par…

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How to Build A Competitive Edge with Ryan Petersen of Flexport 32:18

8M ago32:18

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In 2013, when Ryan Petersen launched Flexport, he approached the problem from a customer’s perspective. Early in his career, he had worked at his brother’s import-export business, sourcing and selling ATVs, scooters, and dirt bikes from Asia to markets around the world. They built the entire technical platform to facilitate these transactions, and …

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The Judgement Trap Part 1 7:37

8M ago7:37

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The topic of this episode is 'The Judgement Trap Part 1'. In this episode, I will be talking about Judgement, judging with empathy, benefits and how can we use it. Hoping to evolve together and create a difference. Do subscribe & share this with everyone. Link to Calendly to book a coaching session with me as mentioned in the episode: https://calen…

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#150 Remynt 29:06

8M ago29:06

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Gwyneth Borden has a vendetta. This is The Pitch for Remynt. Featuring investors Cyan Banister, Mac Conwell, Ben Taft and Elizabeth Yin. ... Watch Gwyneth pitch her debt recovery startup on YouTube @thepitchshow Register for our virtual Season Finale Watch Party on December 11th pitch.show/party Applications for our winter pitch event will close in…

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How to Grow from Idea to IPO with Eliot Horowitz of MongoDB & Viam 29:12

8M ago29:12

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When Eliot Horowitz, Founder and CEO of Viam, was locked down with his family during COVID, he did what any engineer might do—he built a robot to play chess. Once that project was complete, he turned his attention to his ever-problematic sprinkler system. After that? He added smart software to his HVAC system. Through this series of home improvemen…

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#149 Dopl 27:20

9M ago27:20

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Could robots bring healthcare access to rural America? This is Ryan James' pitch for Dopl. Featuring investors Cyan Banister, Charles Hudson, Josh Muccio and Jesse Middleton. ... Watch Ryan pitch his healthtech startup on YouTube @thepitchshow Register for our virtual Season Finale Watch Party on December 11th pitch.show/party Applications are clos…

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Flashback: How to create engaging content with Emmett Shear of Twitch 28:22

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In 2007, Emmett co-founded a live streaming service called Justin.tv along with his childhood friend and neighbor, Justin. That first entrepreneurial spark grew into Twitch, an interactive livestreaming service that spans gaming, entertainment, sports, music, and more. Today, at any given moment, more than 2.5 million people globally are engaging w…

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#148 ESAI 30:40

9M ago30:40

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Can a college advisor disrupt the system from the inside? This is Julia Dixon's pitch for ESAI. Featuring investors Cyan Banister, Charles Hudson, Elizabeth Yin, Mac Conwell and Jesse Middleton. ... Watch Julia pitch her edtech startup on YouTube @thepitchshow Register for our virtual Season Finale Watch Party on December 11th pitch.show/party Appl…

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Flashback: How to Unlock Innovation with Emma Grede of Good American 32:49

9M ago32:49

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From the time she was a child in East London, Emma Grede knew she wanted to work in fashion. After a long career at the intersection of fashion and entertainment, Emma now sits at the helm of Good American, the fashion label she co-founded with Khloe Kardashian in 2016. The first fully inclusive fashion brand kicked off with the largest denim launc…

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#147 Partytrick 21:00

9M ago21:00

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Award winning event planner makes the pivot to tech. This is Virginia Frischkorn's pitch for Partytrick. Featuring investors Cyan Banister, Mac Conwell, Ben Taft and Elizabeth Yin. ... Watch Virginia pitch her startup on YouTube @thepitchshow Register for our virtual Season Finale Watch Party on December 11th pitch.show/party Applications are now o…