Episodes

The Buck Institute, a pioneer in aging research, is uncovering how ketones impact healthspan. Dr. Brianna Stubbs, a world-champion athlete turned researcher, shares insights on how these molecules are more than just an energy source. They act as potent signaling molecules, influencing key aging pathways. Learn about the institute's groundbreaking work and how ketone drinks might help us live better, longer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover how Brant Pinvidic transformed his life from feeling stifled in Canada to achieving remarkable success in the U.S. entertainment industry. Learn the secrets behind his journey and how to present your ideas with clarity, confidence, and a deep understanding of your audience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it take to succeed in Hollywood? In this inspiring episode, Justin Bursch shares the personal qualities and mindset that have helped him thrive in the movie industry. From persistence and passion to finding your niche, discover the keys to unlocking your potential as a movie producer. Justin discusses the importance of finding the perfect writers, directors, and actors to bring a story to life. Learn how to assemble a dream team that can take your movie from good to great. Learn ...

Tune into a fascinating discussion on "Innovation and Leadership," where we're joined by Jack Reins, an inspiring young editor and Columbia MBA student making waves in the finance sector. Featuring co-host Ted Merz, we uncover the evolution of business communications and the role of digital media in shaping financial discourse. Jack shares his journey from starting the "Young Money" blog out of necessity to becoming a sought-after voice in financial media, and now, landing a pivotal role at a re...

Discover the inspiring story of entrepreneur Damion Lupo, who bounced back from losing $20 million to build multiple $100M+ businesses. Learn how shifting his focus from money to mission and purpose helped him persevere through setbacks and achieve massive success. Damion shares valuable lessons on narrowing focus, building genuine relationships, and creating unique products that deeply resonate with the market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Steve Munford, CEO of Trulioo, reveals the key factors behind the company's impressive $1.75 billion valuation and shares insights into the complex world of digital identity verification. Trulioo's platform aims to reach 5 billion people across 195 countries, performing 200 million verifications annually. Discover the challenges and opportunities in establishing trust and enabling global commerce in the digital age. Learn how Trulioo navigates the ever-changing landscape of regu...

In this episode of ‘Innovation & Leadership’, Jess Larsen and co-host Terrell Maze welcome former MLB player Brant Walker shares his journey from the baseball diamond to private equity operations. Discover the key lessons he learned during his transition and how his experience as a professional athlete has shaped his leadership style in the business world,Discover the parallels between leading a sports team and managing a business, and learn how to apply these principles to your own career. ...

Raising $620 million at a $6.8 billion valuation is a remarkable achievement for any company. In this episode of Innovation & Leadership, Jeff Shiner, CEO of 1Password, takes us behind the scenes of the company's record-breaking fundraise. Discover the strategies employed to attract top-tier investors, from demonstrating strong growth and profitability to leveraging strategic partnerships and celebrity endorsements. Whether you're a startup founder or an established business leader, this intervi...

On this episode of the Mini-series ‘Hollywood Explained,seasoned producers Laura Walker Lee and Andy Horowitz share their playbook for thriving in Hollywood's new normal. Learn about the key strategies they employ to navigate the challenges and opportunities in the industry, from developing compelling content to building strong relationships with talent and studios. Discover the importance of adaptability, creativity, and resilience in an ever-changing landscape. Gain practical insights and tips...

Ever wondered what it takes to build a top M&A firm from scratch? Jordan Wagner shares the incredible story behind growing Exit Group to over $5 billion in closed deals. Discover the challenges, breakthroughs, and lessons learned on his entrepreneurial journey and learn how customer concentration, recurring revenue, and management team impact the multiples you can command when selling your business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Implementing AI in an organization is no easy feat. Today’s guest on ‘Innovation & Leadership’, Robb Wilson, who has worked with Fortune 500 companies on their AI strategies, shares lessons learned from the trenches. Discover common pitfalls to avoid, best practices for AI adoption, and how to foster a culture of innovation. Learn how to start small, iterate rapidly, and scale successfully. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess Larsen welcomes co-host Laura Walker Lee and guest Wolf Ruzicka, Chairman of EastBanc Technologies, reveals how his company helped transform The Washington Post from a legacy media company into a software powerhouse. Learn the step-by-step process they used and how it can be applied to enterprises in any industry looking to own their digital destiny. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode, get an inside look at how IdeaScale uses generative AI across multiple business functions as we join Jess Larsen and the CEO of IdeaScale. Nick shares specific tactics like training prompts that you can implement today to start seeing efficiency gains and discusses how to leverage metrics to guide a business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Go behind the scenes of Trevor Blake's biotech companies as he discusses his mission to develop cancer treatments with reduced side effects at lower costs. Learn about the challenges and breakthroughs in his work to make a positive impact, how he sold his biotech company for over $100 million and his unique "hub model" that leverages vendors and contractors can help you grow your business faster and more efficiently. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Jess Larsen in an insightful discussion with Rob Finlay, a seasoned expert in commercial real estate and Proptech, as he unveils key strategies from his vast experience and his new book "Beyond the Building." Rob shares his journey from founding and exiting five significant Proptech companies to leading Thirty Capital, a company with a diversified real estate portfolio. Rob emphasizes the importance of generating 'Alpha' through unique insights and operational excellence, adapting to the ch...

Get an exclusive look behind the scenes of Celebrity Cruises' groundbreaking Edge Series ships. Host Jess Larsen welcomes former President & CEO Lisa Lutoff-Perlo reveals how this $1 billion per ship investment revolutionized the brand and the industry. From infinite verandas to magic carpets, learn about the innovative features that have set a new standard in modern luxury cruising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ross Levinsohn, former CEO of Yahoo and Sports Illustrated, shares his journey from small-town New Jersey to leading iconic media brands. Discover how he navigated transformative industry shifts by hiring great teams and staying endlessly curious. Ross offers candid insights on the creator economy, work-life balance as a CEO, and the future of media consumption. An inspiring conversation for anyone seeking to future-proof their career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...

Lorien Gabel, CEO of Figment, discusses the growing institutional adoption of cryptocurrencies and the challenges and opportunities that come with it. Learn about the role of staking infrastructure providers like Figment in enabling large token holders to participate in network security and governance. Lorien also shares his thoughts on the regulatory landscape and the future of institutional involvement in the space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tune in as Jess Larsen interviews Rob Ferguson, a seasoned former CEO and business advisor, who shares invaluable lessons from his career. Rob delves into his journey of leading companies through significant growth phases, the challenges of raising $350 million in capital, and the nuances of transitioning between public and family-owned businesses. Discover the strategies that propelled companies to valuations of up to $400 million, and learn the importance of investor relations, strategic commu...

Join Jess Larsen as he chats with Itamar Zur, co-founder and CEO of Veho, a company revolutionizing e-commerce delivery by enhancing customer satisfaction and brand loyalty. Learn about Veho's journey to a $1.6 billion valuation, fueled by over $300 million in funding and a customer-obsessed approach inspired by Amazon. This conversation offers a deep look into the strategies that have propelled Veho to success and how they plan to continue transforming the e-commerce shipping landscape. L...

Join Jess Larsen in an conversation with Steve Lucas, former CEO of Marketo and an influential figure in the tech industry. Uncover Steve's vast career journey, from pivotal roles at SAP and Salesforce.com to leading Marketo through exponential growth and its eventual sale to Adobe for $4.8 billion. Gain unique insights into his leadership philosophy, influenced by industry titans like Shantanu Narayen of Adobe, and learn the importance of maintaining the right focus in conversations, the power ...

Join Jess Larsen in an enriching dialogue with Joseph Shalaby, the visionary CEO of E Mortgage Capital, who shares the remarkable story of becoming the number one non-deployed mortgage banker in the U.S. Explore how E Mortgage Capital’s distinctive business model, combining independence and scalability, has led to unprecedented success and growth across 37 states. Discover Joseph’s strategic shift towards branding and thought leadership, aimed at cementing the company’s industry dominance. Learn...

Join Jess Larsen delves into the heartwarming and transformative journey of Caroline Boudreaux, founder of the Miracle Foundation. This episode uncovers how a life-changing experience in India led Caroline to redefine the child welfare system internationally. Discover the foundation’s pivot from improving orphanages to advocating for family and kinship care, aiming to ensure every child grows up in a loving, supportive environment. This episode is a must-listen for those interested in innovat...

Join Jess Larsen for an engaging conversation with Hooman Shahidi, co-founder of EVPassport, exploring how they're revolutionizing EV charging. Discover the mission, innovations, and exceptional growth journey of EVPassport, a company at the forefront of providing seamless electric vehicle charging solutions across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. This in-depth discussion offers a behind-the-scenes look at EVPassport's approach to making EV charging accessible and straightforward, their successes, ...