Joel Palathinkal welcomes Vishal to explore his venture capital journey and the founding of Next Legacy. They discuss the unique roles athletes and celebrities play in venture capital, highlighting Next Play University and community-building initiatives. Vishal elaborates on successful athlete investors and the leadership skills they bring, including asset allocation strategies for LPs. The conversation delves into patterns and challenges in fundraising for venture funds, with insights on emerging managers and celebrities transitioning into corporate roles. Vishal shares advice on transferable skills and sector curiosity for fund managers. The episode concludes with closing remarks and expressions of appreciation. (0:00) Introduction and opening remarks with guest Vishal (2:17) Vishal's journey into venture capital and Next Legacy overview (5:43) Role of athletes and celebrities in venture capital and Next Play University (11:04) Successful athlete investors and community building initiatives (19:30) Athlete leadership skills and asset allocation strategies for LPs (24:10) Patterns and challenges in fundraising for venture funds (33:04) Emerging managers and celebrities in corporate roles (38:38) Transferable skills, sector curiosity, and advice for fund managers (40:35) Closing remarks and appreciation