From $500K to $1.5M ARR: Bootstrapping VR SaaS for Trade Skills
<p >Sabari Nair, co-founder and CEO of Skillveri, joins Nathan to break down how he's scaling a VR-powered vocational training platform to $1.5M ARR today, serving 100+ schools in the U.S., with $350K enterprise contracts — and why he believes immersive training plus SaaS pricing is the future of skilled labor education.</p> <p >In this episode, Sabari explains how Skillveri combines VR software subscriptions, hardware add-ons, and a reseller-led GTM motion to win in a category traditionally dominated by $30K+ one-time simulation vendors.</p> <p > </p> <p >You'll learn:</p> <p >— How Skillveri sells VR training software starting at $4K/year...
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2025 December 31
Anthropic Acquires Vercept Amidst Pentagon Standoff
<p>In this episode, we explore Anthropic's significant acquisition of AI startup Vercept and the drama surrounding its co-founders. We also cover the high-stakes standoff between Anthropic and the US Pentagon regarding military access to its AI models and the potential implications of this dispute.</p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Anthropic News</p><p>02:10 Anthropic's Vercept Acquisition</p><p>05:05 Vercept Acquisition Drama</p><p>07:27 Anthropic vs. US Pentagon</p><p>11:52 Personal Take on the Standoff</p><p></p>
Anthropic Acquires Vercept Amidst Pentagon Standoff
<p>In this episode, we explore Anthropic's significant acquisition of AI startup Vercept and the drama surrounding its co-founders. We also cover the high-stakes standoff between Anthropic and the US Pentagon regarding military access to its AI models and the potential implications of this dispute.</p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Anthropic News</p><p>02:10 Anthropic's Vercept Acquisition</p><p>05:05 Vercept Acquisition Drama</p><p>07:27 Anthropic vs. US Pentagon</p><p>11:52 Personal Take on the Standoff</p><p></p>
Warum jeder Muslim Bitcoin besitzen muss (Wajib) | Ferhat Türkel
<p>Ich spreche mit Ferhat Türkel über die Einordnung von Bitcoin im Islam und die Frage, warum Bitcoin halal ist. Wir analysieren das islamische Zinsverbot (Riba) und warum die Bitcoin-Blockchain eine technologische Analogie zur Überlieferung des Korans darstellt. Ferhat erklärt, warum er das aktuelle Fiat-Geldsystem aufgrund von Inflation und Zinsen als unvereinbar mit islamischen Werten betrachtet und weshalb Bitcoin für die muslimische Welt eine Rückkehr zu ethischem Geld ermöglichen könnte.</p><p>- Ferhat auf TikTok, X, YouTube</p><p><b>LEADING PARTNER</b></p><p>🧡 <b>Coinfinity</b> Der erfahrene Bitcoin Broker </p>Mit <b>Sparp...
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The Future of Faceless YouTube Content
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The AI Intelligence Tsunami Is Here
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Corporate Finance Explained | Scenario Planning and Sensitivity Analysis in Uncertain Markets
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Corporate Finance Explained | Corporate Culture and Financial Performance
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URGENT: Raoul Pal's Macro Thesis UPDATE
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2368 -Avoiding Design Disasters in Product Development with Deeney Enterprises' Dianna Deeney
<h1>Navigating Innovation: How to Pierce the "Design Fog" with Dianna Deeney</h1><p>In the high-stakes arena of product development, the bridge between a brilliant idea and a successful launch is often shrouded in ambiguity. In a recent episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur Podcast, host Josh Elledge sat down with Dianna Deeney, the Founder and Consultant at Deeney Enterprises, to discuss her mission of bringing clarity to the creative process. Dianna, the author of Pierce the Design Fog, explores how entrepreneurs and engineering teams often succumb to "solution jumping"—rushing to build before they truly understand the problem. Their co...
The Metal Trade That Could Unlock AGI ft. Jordi Visser
<p>🔥 *Download Raoul Pal's 4-year investing roadmap for free:* https://rvtv.io/41fVHWF On the latest episode of The Journey Man, filmed with a live audience at Crypto Gathering 2026 in Miami, Raoul Pal sits down with Jordi Visser, head of AI macro nexus research at 22V, to discuss the commodity supercycle, the advancements in robotics and AI, the abundance vs. scarcity trade, the decline of software companies, and much more. Recorded January 24, 2026. 👉 Abra provides custody, trading, yield and BTC-backed loan products for digital assets for HNW and corporate clients. Abra provides full service treasury management for digital asset treasuries and corpor...
Tech Earnings Reaction: A Wild Ride for Nvidia and Salesforce 2/26/26
<p>Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber delved into Nvidia's blowout quarter and upbeat guidance fueled by the AI boom — plus why the stock swung into negative territory at the opening bell. It was a different story for Salesforce, which posted better-than-expected Q4 results and erased its pre-market losses at the open. The CEOs of both companies spoke to CNBC: Nvidia's Jensen Huang on what the market got "wrong" — and Salesforce's Marc Benioff on the "SaaS-pocalypse" that has sent shares of the company and its software rivals tumbling.</p> <p>Also in focus: Snowflake heats up, the earnings chapter in t...
Bitcoin Big Picture - wann geht es wieder rauf? | Alex von Frankenberg LIVE
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AI Audio Updates: Spotify, Particle, ElevenLabs
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How Tech is Reinventing Banking
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How Long Should a Pastor Pray Each Day?
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Google Launches Gemini 3.1 and YouTube AI
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OpenAI's $100 Billion Funding + Sam Altman Refuses to Hold Darios Hand...
<p>In this episode, we explore OpenAI's massive $100 billion funding round and soaring valuation, alongside the increasing competition and awkward rivalry with Anthropic. We also discuss OpenAI's aggressive expansion and user analytics in India, highlighting their strategic investments and monetization efforts.</p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 Introduction to OpenAI's Funding</p><p>01:48 OpenAI's $100 Billion Funding</p><p>08:19 Altman vs. Amodeo Rivalry</p><p>11:52 OpenAI's India Expansion</p><p>13:21 India User Analytics</p><p>17:05 Future Strategy and IPO </p><p><b>Links</b></p><p></p>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $8.99 at AI Box: https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouT...
Bitcoin weg? Diese Versicherung zahlt alles zurück! | Chris Seedor
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The Burge Report: The Assemblies of God: Why This Denomination Is Defying Gravity
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Why the Nasdaq Could Surge Again
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Corporate Finance Explained | The Economies of Scale
<p>In this episode of Corporate Finance Explained on FinPod, we examine economies of scale, why growth strengthens some businesses while destroying value for others, and how cost structure ultimately determines whether scale becomes an advantage or a liability.</p><p>Economies of scale are often treated as a vague benefit of getting bigger, but this episode breaks the concept down to its financial mechanics. We focus on fixed cost leverage, variable cost intensity, and operational leverage to explain why companies like Walmart, Amazon, and Costco become more efficient as they grow, while others struggle despite rapid revenue expansion.</p><...
Japanese Toilet Maker Toto's HUGE AI Windfall
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CNBC Investing Club: Cramer’s Morning Take on TJX 2/25/26
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AI Audio Updates: Spotify, Particle, ElevenLabs
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Anthropic and OpenAI Battle for Enterprise AI
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AI Audio Updates: Spotify, Particle, ElevenLabs
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From $187M Ecommerce to $5M ARR SaaS: Spresso's Post-Bankruptcy Pivot to Enterprise Software | Jared Yaman
<p >How do you turn a failed public ecommerce company into a $5M ARR enterprise SaaS platform serving ~$2M+ contracts — while rebuilding with capital efficiency after bankruptcy and avoiding the growth-at-all-costs playbook?</p> <p >In this episode, Nathan sits down with Jared Yaman, co-founder of Spresso and former founder of Boxed, the bulk ecommerce company that scaled to $187M in revenue before its IPO and eventual Chapter 11 restructuring. Today, Jared leads Spresso, the enterprise ecommerce software platform spun out of Boxed, now serving roughly 15 enterprise customers worldwide and growing ARR from $2.5M at spinout in 2023 to about $5M in 2025 through la...
OpenAI's $100 Billion Funding + Sam Altman Refuses to Hold Darios Hand...
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SeedDance 2.0: AI Video Generator
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The Rise of OpenClaw: Vibe Coding and AI Automation
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Crazy Science Fiction: Menschen sterben aus, Ratten erben Bitcoin | Rastoshi21
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Corporate Finance Explained | Competitive Moats: How Companies Build Long Term Advantage
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The Future of Faceless YouTube Content
<p>Jamie and Jaeden explore the concept of creating a faceless YouTube channel using AI. They discuss the process of setting up the channel, content creation strategies, and monetization opportunities. The conversation highlights the evolution of AI tools and their impact on video production, as well as the potential for generating income through short-form content. The hosts also emphasize the importance of niche targeting and community engagement in building a successful AI-driven YouTube channel.</p><p></p>Our Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustleGet the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: https://aibox.aiWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4...
Corporate Finance Explained | Corporate Forecasting: Why Predictions Go Wrong
<p>Forecasting is supposed to be the corporate crystal ball. In reality, it’s the nervous system of the organization, and it’s almost always wrong.</p><p>In this episode of Corporate Finance Explained, we break down why even the most sophisticated companies, with PhDs, AI, and expensive ERP systems, still miss their forecasts and how those misses can cascade into hiring mistakes, inventory blowups, margin compression, and credibility loss with investors. The problem isn’t the spreadsheet. It’s the humans behind it: incentives, internal politics, and cognitive bias.</p><p>We unpack the two forces that quietly sabotage...
Google Gemini Integrates AI Music Generation
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Anthropic and OpenAI Battle for Enterprise AI
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Reddit Steps into AI-Powered Commerce
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2365 - Enhancing Your Storytelling with Artificial Intelligence While Staying Authentically You with Aleya Harris
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Die brutale Rückkehr der Großmächte (Geopolitik Megafolge) | Andreas Grassl
<p>Die Weltordnung wird derzeit grundlegend neu verhandelt. Gemeinsam mit dem geopolitischen Analysten Andreas Grassl untersuche ich die Bruchlinien zwischen den USA, Russland und China. Wir analysieren Trumps transaktionalen Expansionsdrang in Grönland und Venezuela, die drohende wirtschaftliche Instabilität Russlands und das Versagen der europäischen Einigkeit. Bitcoin wird in diesem Szenario vom digitalen Asset zum essenziellen Rettungsboot für das Individuum in einer Welt, die zunehmend von imperialen Machtansprüchen dominiert wird.</p><p><br/></p><p><b>LEADING PARTNER</b></p><p>🧡 <b>Coinfinity</b> Der erfahrene Bitcoin Broker </p>Mit <b>Sparplan</b> direkt auf deine Wallet!🤩S...
2369 - Practical Steps for Leaders to Foster Engagement and Connection with HEARTnomics' Hanna Bauer
<h1>Leading with Heart: Transforming Organizational Culture through Alignment and Trust</h1><p>In a world where organizational trust is at an all-time low and executive burnout has become the silent epidemic of the boardroom, the need for heart-centered leadership is no longer a "soft" luxury—it is a strategic necessity. In a recent episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur Podcast, host Josh Elledge sat down with Hanna Bauer, the Founder and CEO of heartnomics, to discuss a revolutionary approach to professional excellence. Drawing from her harrowing personal journey of surviving terminal heart disease through a pioneering medical procedure, Hanna offers a...
The Best Ways to Encourage a Discouraged Church (Your Next Three Steps)
In this episode, Josh and Sam explore what happens when a church becomes discouraged and how God restores hope in a congregation that feels stuck, tired, or overwhelmed. Discouragement drains energy, distorts reality, and slowly turns a church inward. Encouragement is both spiritual and strategic. It starts with leaders who refuse to catastrophize and instead cast vision. Pessimists predict failure. Realists describe what is. But optimistic, faith-filled leaders show what could be.
SOTS 2nd Hour: State of the Union Takeaways, Countering AI Disruption Fears, and LIVE: Lucid CEO 2/25/26
<p>Carl Quintanilla, Sara Eisen, and David Faber kicked off the hour with some alternative data points around AI disruption fears - before breaking down where Piper Sandler thinks you should put money to work with their Chief Strategist. Plus: Wall Street takeaways from last night's State of the Union Address with Raymond James' policy head... and more on how to trade Nvidia ahead of results tonight. </p> <p> </p> <p>Also in focus: a morning of huge movers in the spanning earnings and media news... What NFL negotiations have to do with it - along with the latest developments in...
Google Launches Gemini 3.1 and YouTube AI
<p>In this episode, we discuss Google's latest AI advancements, focusing on the Gemini 3.1 Pro update which is setting new benchmarks and the expansion of AI features within YouTube TV. We explore how these developments are impacting their product ecosystem and heating up the competition in the AI landscape.</p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Google AI</p><p>02:18 Gemini 3.1 Pro Advancements</p><p>07:18 Real-World Performance Leaderboards</p><p>11:54 YouTube TV AI Expansion</p><p>18:12 Google's Broad AI Strategy</p><p> </p><p><b>Links</b></p><p></p>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI...
Markets After the Sell-Off, Private Credit Pain, AMD CEO Exclusive on Meta Chip Deal 2/24/26
<p>Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber explored what's next for the markets after Monday's sell-off, which was sparked by AI fears and tariff uncertainty. The anchors also delved into the conundrum surrounding the private credit markets — and reacted to what JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon said about the risks. AMD shares surged on news of the company's multiyear AI chip agreement with Meta Platforms. AMD Chair & CEO Lisa Su joined the program exclusively to talk about the deal. Alson in focus: Home Depot's earnings beat, Anthropic announces new AI tools, State of the Union speech countdown, Warner Bros. Di...
Anthropic Acquires Vercept Amidst Pentagon Standoff
<p>In this episode, we explore Anthropic's significant acquisition of AI startup Vercept and the drama surrounding its co-founders. We also cover the high-stakes standoff between Anthropic and the US Pentagon regarding military access to its AI models and the potential implications of this dispute.</p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Anthropic News</p><p>02:10 Anthropic's Vercept Acquisition</p><p>05:05 Vercept Acquisition Drama</p><p>07:27 Anthropic vs. US Pentagon</p><p>11:52 Personal Take on the Standoff</p><p></p>
Before You Enroll: What You Need to Know About Seminary
Thom and Sam interview Dr. Andy Miller, the president of Wesley Biblical Seminary, to explore what every potential seminary student needs to consider before enrolling. While seminary can provide clarity and theological depth, it is not a magic formula for ministry success. This discussion breaks down the practical steps every prospective student should consider.
Should the Pastor Know How Much People Give to the Church?
Most nonprofit organizations have clear visibility into donor activity: who gives, how often, and how much. But churches often treat data on giving very differently. Should pastors know who is giving in their churches? Josh and Sam take a fresh look at this sensitive and often misunderstood topic.
Japanese Toilet Maker Toto's HUGE AI Windfall
<p>In this episode, we explore how Japanese toilet company Toto is becoming a key player in the AI component manufacturing space. We discuss how their advanced ceramic division, known for producing essential semiconductor manufacturing components, has led to a significant increase in their stock value and attracted activist investors.</p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 Toto: Unexpected AI Beneficiary</p><p>01:57 Toto's Role in Semiconductor Manufacturing</p><p>08:11 Investor Reaction and Market Dynamics</p><p>11:51 Broader AI Industry Impact </p><p><b>Links</b></p><p></p>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $8.99 at AI Box: https://aibox.aiAI...
OpenAI's $100 Billion Funding + Sam Altman Refuses to Hold Darios Hand...
<p>In this episode, we explore OpenAI's massive $100 billion funding round and soaring valuation, alongside the increasing competition and awkward rivalry with Anthropic. We also discuss OpenAI's aggressive expansion and user analytics in India, highlighting their strategic investments and monetization efforts.</p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 Introduction to OpenAI's Funding</p><p>01:48 OpenAI's $100 Billion Funding</p><p>08:19 Altman vs. Amodeo Rivalry</p><p>11:52 OpenAI's India Expansion</p><p>13:21 India User Analytics</p><p>17:05 Future Strategy and IPO </p><p><b>Links</b></p><p></p>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $8.99 at AI Box: https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouT...
2361 - Proven Strategies That Transform Businesses with ProfitX's Daniel Strohli
<h1>Systematizing Growth: Scaling to Eight Figures with Daniel Strohli</h1><p>In this episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur Podcast, host Josh Elledge speaks with Daniel Strohli, the Founder of ProfitsX, about the specialized strategies required to bridge the gap between mid-sized success and massive scale. Daniel shares his expertise in helping companies in the $5M to $15M revenue range move beyond scattered, founder-dependent operations and into the world of repeatable, process-driven machines. This conversation offers a deep dive into the "connective tissue" of business—the processes that empower people and products to perform at their peak—while providing a mast...
URGENT: AI Is Inevitable. But Can It Be Better?
<p>☀️ Crypto Gathering Miami 2026: not everyone wants the full conference sprint. That’s why there’s the Social Pass ($300): welcome drinks, beach party, and Drinks with @RaoulGMI LIVE 🍷 ☀️ Right now it’s BOGO... bring a friend or split the cost ☀️ Get it now: https://rvtv.io/3K36sq1 When it comes to the AI race, Jeffrey Quesnelle, co-founder and CEO of Nous Research, thinks there's no stopping it. However, he is on a mission to ensure nation-states don't control it through a select few companies. On the latest Raoul Pal the Journey Man, he speaks about the need for decentralized, open-source AI, and h...
2362 - The Winning Pair That Future-Proofs Your Business with Optimus' Brad Hart
<h1>Future-Proofing Leadership: Masterminds and the AI Revolution with Brad Hart</h1><p>In this episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur Podcast, host Josh Elledge sits down with Brad Hart, the Founder of Optimus, to discuss the critical intersection of high-level peer communities and the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence. Brad, a seasoned entrepreneur who has launched over 25 mastermind groups globally, shares how curated human connection serves as the ultimate safeguard against the isolation and disruption of the digital age. This conversation provides a strategic roadmap for small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) leaders looking to integrate AI into their operations while...
Should Churches Acknowledge Super Bowl Sunday?
Josh and Sam discuss the best way to handle Super Bowl Sunday. Should churches say anything about it? Play into the day with gimmicks to increase attendance? What's the best approach?
Squawk on the Street 2nd Hour 2/24/26
<p>The second hour of CNBC’s "Squawk on the Street" with Carl Quintanilla and Sara Eisen is broadcast each weekday from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, with the up-to-the-minute news investors need to know and interviews with the most influential CEOs and greatest market minds.</p> <p>Squawk on the Street Disclaimer</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>
The Rise of OpenClaw: Vibe Coding and AI Automation
<p>Jaeden & Jamie discuss the acquisition of the AI agent Open Claw, created by Peter Steinberger, by OpenAI for a near billion-dollar valuation. They examine the unique aspects of Open Claw that led to its success and eventual acquisition, and explore the concept of "vibe coding" as a powerful tool for developing new applications and automating tasks, even for non-developers, highlighting both its potential and security trade-offs.</p><p> </p><p></p>Our Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustleGet the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: https://aibox.aiWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ICo9BT6ZvhY<p></p><p...
Komplette Kontrolle: Wenn wir Bitcoin verlieren, ist alles vorbei | Ratoshi21
<p>In dieser Folge spreche ich mit HP Rattinger alias Ratoshi21 über die düstere Zukunftsvision seines Buches Ratification. Wir analysieren das Szenario einer zentralisierten Bitcoin-Verteilung im Weltraum , die Gefahren eines Universal Basic Income als Überwachungsinstrument und die Frage, welche menschlichen Aufgaben in einer vollständig durch KI automatisierten Wirtschaft bestehen bleiben. Wer seine privaten Schlüssel nicht selbst kontrolliert, verliert in dieser Welt nicht nur sein Geld, sondern seine gesamte Identität.</p><p>X - Insta - Website</p><p><b>LEADING PARTNER</b></p><p>🧡 <b>Coinfinity</b> Der erfahrene Bitcoin Broker </p>Mit <b>Sparplan</b> direkt auf...
When Church Members Become Online Trolls: What Pastors Should Do
Josh and Sam tackle a growing and uncomfortable reality for pastors: what to do when one of your own church members becomes an online troll. The cohosts explore how to discern genuine critics from disruptive trolls, protect your church’s unity and safety, and lead with grace even when someone is trying to provoke you publicly.
Die With the Most Likes: Art in the Digital Age
<p>☀️ Crypto Gathering Miami 2026: not everyone wants the full conference sprint. That’s why there’s the Social Pass ($300): welcome drinks, beach party, and Drinks with @RaoulGMI LIVE 🍷 ☀️ Right now it’s BOGO... bring a friend or split the cost ☀️ Get it now: https://rvtv.io/3K36sq1 ⚪ Real Vision co-founder and CEO Raoul Pal sits down with digital artist and writer Mark Wilson, better known as DieWithTheMostLikes, for a wide-ranging conversation on art, identity, and the attention economy. From his roots in Middle America to years spent grinding through a soul-crushing corporate job, Mark shares his unlikely journey to becoming one of the mos...
Corporate Finance Explained | Project Finance and Funding Large Scale Investments
<p>In this episode of Corporate Finance Explained on FinPod, we break down project finance and explain how companies fund massive infrastructure projects without putting their entire balance sheet at risk. From wind farms and data centers to toll roads and power plants, project finance is the financial structure that makes the physical world possible.</p><p>Building billion-dollar assets comes with enormous construction, demand, and regulatory risk. This episode explains how project finance isolates that risk through special purpose vehicles (SPVs), non-recourse debt, and strict cash flow waterfalls. We explore why lenders focus on a project’s cash flows ra...
2366 -Practical Strategies for Effective Delegation and Engagement with ABC Delegation's Stefan Feuerstein
<h1>Mastering the Shift from Micromanagement to Empowerment with Stefan Feuerstein</h1><p>In a recent episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur Podcast, host Josh Elledge sat down with Stefan Feuerstein, the founder of ABC Delegation and author of the framework by the same name. Their conversation dives deep into the psychological and structural barriers that prevent leaders from effectively letting go of control. Stefan shares how his methodology helps managers move beyond the "abdication vs. micromanagement" trap, offering a clear system to foster genuine employee engagement and organizational scalability. This episode is an essential guide for any leader feeling overwhelmed...
Bootstrapping to $50M ARR in Vertical SaaS | Vantaca's HOA Software Playbook
<p >How do you build a vertical SaaS company to ~$50M ARR serving 6M homes — after bootstrapping to $5–10M without outside capital — and then 10x with a minority PE round instead of giving up control?</p> <p >Ben Currin is the CEO of Vantaca, a vertical SaaS platform powering community association management companies. Since launching in 2018, Vantaca has grown to ~500 customers managing 50,000 communities and 6M homes, scaling from low six figures in 2018 to ~$1M in 2019, $5–10M by 2022, and roughly 10x revenue since taking minority investment.</p> <p >This is not a trendy market. HOA management is fragmented, operationally complex, and historic...
The Silent Exodus of Senior Adults (What's Happening in Churches?)
In this episode, Thom and Sam shine a light on a trend few church leaders see: the silent exodus of senior adults. While much attention is given to reaching Millennials and Gen Z, an equally significant group is slowly drifting away: older adults who once formed the backbone of many congregations. Their departure isn’t loud or dramatic. It’s subtle: an empty pew, a missing volunteer, a longtime member who quietly stops attending.
SOTS 2nd Hour: Nvidia's High Bar, How To Play Tech Volatility, & LIVE: IMAX & Zoom CEOs 2/26/26
<p>Carl Quintanilla, Michael Santoli, and David Faber kicked off the hour with a deep dive on the story of the day: Nvidia earnings, as shares turned lower despite a big beat. Truist CIO Keith Lerner discussed the high bar for investors - and dueling dynamics between software and the semis, before the team broke down the state of the Big Tech trade with one analyst who's still bullish on Nvidia here. </p> <p>Also in focus: the view from the C-Suite... Hear the CEO of IMAX talk the company's record earnings - and who he thinks should acquire Warner B...
Bootstrapped to $15M ARR: How Flipsnack Scaled Digital Publishing with SEO & $200K ACVs
<p >How do you scale a digital document tool to $15M ARR with 28,000 customers—without raising a dollar of VC?</p> <p >Gabriel Ciordas did it by going deep on SEO, mastering self-serve onboarding, and closing six-figure enterprise contracts—all while owning 100% of the business.</p> <p > </p> <p >Gabriel Ciordas is the founder and CEO of Flipsnack, a digital magazine and brochure platform. Since launching in 2011, he's grown the company to $15M in ARR, with 28,000 paying customers and a pricing range that spans from $16/month self-serve plans to $200,000/year enterprise deals.</p> <p > </p> <p >Flipsnack operates in a surpri...
Google Launches Gemini 3.1 and YouTube AI
<p>In this episode, we discuss Google's latest AI advancements, focusing on the Gemini 3.1 Pro update which is setting new benchmarks and the expansion of AI features within YouTube TV. We explore how these developments are impacting their product ecosystem and heating up the competition in the AI landscape.</p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Google AI</p><p>02:18 Gemini 3.1 Pro Advancements</p><p>07:18 Real-World Performance Leaderboards</p><p>11:54 YouTube TV AI Expansion</p><p>18:12 Google's Broad AI Strategy</p><p> </p><p><b>Links</b></p><p></p>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI...
2367 - Revolutionizing Inspection Processes in Regulated Industries with VirtuSpect's Tim Harris
<h1>Revolutionizing Compliance: Modernizing Inspection Workflows with Tim Harris</h1><p>In a recent episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur Podcast, host Josh Elledge sat down with Tim Harris, the Chief Executive Officer of VirtuSpect, to explore how digital transformation is finally reaching the heavily regulated world of physical inspections. Tim shared how VirtuSpect is dismantling the traditional, slow-moving inspection model—particularly in the banking sector—by replacing manual third-party visits with a secure, automated SaaS platform. Their conversation dives into the critical intersection of speed and compliance, revealing how financial institutions and regulated enterprises can close loans faster and reduce oper...
CNBC Investing Club: Cramer’s Morning Take on Nvidia 2/26/26
<p>Cramer says the best time to buy this tech stock is at the end of the trading day. Become an Investing Club member to go behind the scenes with Jim Cramer and Jeff Marks every day as they talk candidly about the market’s biggest headlines, analyst calls and holdings in the Charitable Trust – and see up close how they decide when, and if, to take action on stocks. Sign up here: cnbc.com/morningtake</p> <p> </p> <p>CNBC Investing Club Disclaimer</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our co...
Der wahre Bitcoin-Peak kommt 2047, aber gewaltig | Holger Wolff
<p>Holger Wolff führt seit 35 Jahren ein IT-Unternehmen mit fast 1000 Mitarbeitern und erklärt, warum er Bitcoin als entscheidendes Werkzeug für die Firmen-Holding sieht. Er beschreibt seinen Weg vom Skeptiker zum Befürworter und warum klassische Diversifikation in Immobilien oder Aktien angesichts der Geldmengenausweitung heute oft nicht mehr ausreicht. Besonders spannend ist sein Blick auf das Log Periodic Power Law, das den nächsten großen Preissprung erst für Mitte 2027 voraussagt. Erfahre, wie Unternehmen Bitcoin technisch und regulatorisch integrieren und warum die aktuelle Marktphase für Langzeitinvestoren die Zeit der Akkumulation ist.<br/><br/></p><p><b>LEADING...
Der Tod des Euros? Ein Schreiner packt aus | Johannes Aumüller
<p>Ich spreche mit dem Schreiner Johannes Aumüller über die Verbindung von Handwerk und Bitcoin. Er erklärt, warum körperliche Arbeit das perfekte Verständnis für Proof of Work liefert und wie die Inflation sowie ausufernde Bürokratie seinen Familienbetrieb belasten. Wir diskutieren, warum das aktuelle Geldsystem die Qualität von Produkten zerstört und wie er Bitcoin als ehrliche Maßeinheit für seine Lebenszeit nutzt. Erfahre, wie Johannes mit 25 Jahren die Nachfolge antritt und warum er seine Möbel heute mit Bitcoin-Symbolik auflädt.</p><p>Insta / Website</p><p><b>LEADING PARTNER</b></p><p>🧡 <b>Coinfini...
Wer Bitcoin liebt, muss Bitcoin verkaufen | Ijoma Mangold
<p>In der finalen Folge meiner Miniserie diskutiere ich mit Ijoma Mangold die psychologischen und praktischen Hürden beim Verkauf von Bitcoin. Wir analysieren den Prozess der Verbürgerlichung dieser Assetklasse und warum der Ausstieg oft schwieriger ist als die Akkumulation. Ijoma teilt seine persönlichen Erfahrungen mit gehebelten Trades in El Salvador, die Komplexität von Mittelherkunftsnachweisen bei Banken und die fortschreitende Erosion der Gatekeeper-Funktion klassischer Medienhäuser.</p><p><b>LEADING PARTNER</b></p><p>🧡 <b>Coinfinity</b> Der erfahrene Bitcoin Broker </p>Mit <b>Sparplan</b> direkt auf deine Wallet!🤩Spare 21% der Gebühren für 6 Monate mit <b>WASBITC...
Apple Wins The AI Hardware Race
<p>In this episode, we explore Apple's surprising strategy and success in the AI hardware market, despite its perceived slowness in AI software development. We also discuss how their hardware, particularly the Mac Mini, has become a popular choice for running AI models, leading to unexpected wins for the company.</p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 Apple's AI Strategy</p><p>02:19 Upcoming AI Wearables</p><p>08:32 AirPods and Siri Updates</p><p>15:18 The Mac Mini Phenomenon</p><p>19:48 Apple's Future & AI Capex</p><p>20:43 Special Apple Experience </p><p><b>Links</b></p><p></p>Get the top 40+ AI...
🔴 URGENT: Drinks With Raoul Pal LIVE from Miami
<p>🔥 Get my FREE PDF report https://rvtv.io/3YOZZUe. Welcome to Drinks with Raoul, Round 21... and the first live AMA of the year, coming to you straight from Crypto Gathering 2026 in Miami Beach. ☀️ In this special kickoff episode, Raoul lays out the case for why the macro cycle has shifted to a 5-year structure, what that means for crypto and global markets, and why 2026 is the year liquidity returns in force. It’s a message of clarity, optimism, and opportunity at a time when many are still stuck in short-term fear. ☀️ As always, you’ll get Raoul’s unfiltered thoughts on marke...
2364 - Rochelle Carrington
<p>2364 - Rochelle Carrington</p>
Japanese Toilet Maker Toto's HUGE AI Windfall
<p>In this episode, we explore how Japanese toilet company Toto is becoming a key player in the AI component manufacturing space. We discuss how their advanced ceramic division, known for producing essential semiconductor manufacturing components, has led to a significant increase in their stock value and attracted activist investors.</p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 Toto: Unexpected AI Beneficiary</p><p>01:57 Toto's Role in Semiconductor Manufacturing</p><p>08:11 Investor Reaction and Market Dynamics</p><p>11:51 Broader AI Industry Impact </p><p><b>Links</b></p><p></p>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $8.99 at AI Box: https://aibox.aiAI...
Member Spotlight | Alex Murray
<p>In this episode of CFI’s Member Spotlight, we sit down with Alex Murray, a UK-based financial analyst whose path into finance started far outside the typical “cookie-cutter” route. This conversation traces how Alex moved from studying History (with a deep interest in the Renaissance and the evolution of double-entry bookkeeping) to building a career in finance through curiosity, disciplined self-learning, and strong mentorship.</p><p>Alex shares how early exposure to banking through his family sparked his interest, why studying history sharpened his thinking about economic cycles, and how he translated that mindset into real-world finance work. We also d...
Corporate Finance Explained | Dynamic Pricing: How Data Driven Pricing Protects Margins
<p>In this episode of Corporate Finance Explained on FinPod, we examine dynamic pricing and why pricing is one of the most powerful and misunderstood levers in corporate finance. While often viewed as a marketing tactic, pricing decisions sit at the core of margin protection, cash flow management, and capital discipline.</p><p>This episode breaks down why pricing is frequently the fastest lever available to management when financial performance is under pressure. Unlike cost reductions or capital projects, price changes can impact operating profit immediately. We explore the financial logic behind the “1% rule,” which shows how small improvements in pric...
From $500K to $1.5M ARR: Bootstrapping VR SaaS for Trade Skills
<p >Sabari Nair, co-founder and CEO of Skillveri, joins Nathan to break down how he's scaling a VR-powered vocational training platform to $1.5M ARR today, serving 100+ schools in the U.S., with $350K enterprise contracts — and why he believes immersive training plus SaaS pricing is the future of skilled labor education.</p> <p >In this episode, Sabari explains how Skillveri combines VR software subscriptions, hardware add-ons, and a reseller-led GTM motion to win in a category traditionally dominated by $30K+ one-time simulation vendors.</p> <p > </p> <p >You'll learn:</p> <p >— How Skillveri sells VR training software starting at $4K/year...
Careers in Finance | Nirav Shah
<p>In this episode of Careers in Finance on FinPod, we sit down with Nirav Shah, founder and partner at Versor Investments, to unpack his path from software engineering to quantitative finance and building a global systematic investment firm. Nirav shares what drove his pivot, how he built deep technical and market expertise, and what it takes to develop an edge in a field where your process is tested every day.</p><p>Nirav’s early career started in computer science and system development, then shifted when he realized his engineering background could become an asset in markets. He explains ho...
Wir brauchen Markt, Freiheit und Bitcoin (nix mehr woke!) | Ijoma Mangold
<p>Ich spreche mit Ijoma Mangold über den schleichenden Substanzverlust in Deutschland und Österreich sowie die regulatorische Lähmung Europas im Vergleich zu dynamischen Standorten wie Singapur oder El Salvador. Wir analysieren, warum der Fokus auf moralische Überlegenheit den wirtschaftlichen Abstieg beschleunigt, wie ein neuer "Vibe Shift" in der jungen Generation die Ära Greta Thunberg ablöst und warum echtes Eigentum die Voraussetzung für eine freie Gesellschaft bleibt.</p><p><b><br/>LEADING PARTNER</b></p><p>🧡 <b>Coinfinity</b> Der erfahrene Bitcoin Broker </p>Mit <b>Sparplan</b> direkt auf deine Wallet!🤩Spare 21% der Gebühren für 6 Monate mit <b>WA...
How to Scale to $12M ARR: The Serial Founder Playbook for Vertical SaaS and Agentic AI
<p >How do you scale a vertical SaaS platform to $12M ARR while navigating the aggressive valuation overhang of 2021 and a founding team transition. Matt Spiegel is building Lawmatics into a dominant legal CRM by leveraging a serial founder playbook that prioritizes high ARPU and agentic AI over traditional SaaS metrics.</p> <p >Matt Spiegel is the founder and CEO of Lawmatics, a legal marketing and CRM platform serving over 2,000 law firms. The company currently generates over $1M in monthly revenue with an average ACV of $5,000. After raising $25M in total capital, Matt has maintained roughly 20% ownership while driving the...
How He Scaled a Niche SaaS to $14M/Year With No Funding
<p >Volie quietly hit $1.2M in monthly revenue ($14M+ per year) selling BDC communication software to car dealerships — fully bootstrapped. In this episode, Scott Davis (President & Co-Founder) breaks down how Volie scaled from 4 customers in 2017 to powering 2,000 dealership rooftops across 300 store groups, all while maintaining a 16% profit margin and retaining ~85% ownership — plus whether he'd take $70M cash for 60% of the business.<br /> <br /></p> <h3>What You'll Learn</h3> <p >How Volie scaled from 4 customers to $14M/year without raising capital</p> <p >Why selling into car dealerships is a powerful (and overlooked) SaaS niche</p> <p >How Volie prices deal...
OpenClaw Could Be 1st 1-Person $1B Company, OpenAI Buys
<p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>In this episode, we break down whether OpenClaw could realistically become the first one-person billion-dollar company and what that would mean for the future of AI-powered solo founders. We also explore the rumors of OpenAI looking to buy OpenClaw and how an acquisition could reshape the competitive landscape.</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><b>Links</b></p><p></p>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouT...
The Next Perfect Trade (And Why It Only Happens Once a Decade)
<p>🔥 *Download Raoul Pal's 5-year investing roadmap for free:* https://rvtv.io/41fVHWF ⚪ Raoul Pal welcomes Alex Gurevich, founder and CIO at HonTe Investments, to discuss the second edition of his book, "The Next Perfect Trade." Raoul and Alex also explore how classic macro frameworks like risk parity and duration investing are colliding with a new era defined by AI, deflation, and massive liquidity responses. Recorded on January 19, 2026. ⚪ Follow Alex on X: @agurevich23 📣 This episode comes to you thanks to Figure Markets. Use Figure’s Democratized Prime and enter to win $25k USDC while earning ~9% APY. The more you participate, the better y...
Inside a DeFi Hedge Fund: Risk Management in a 24/7 Market ft. Evgeny Gokhberg
<p>🔥 *Download Raoul Pal's 4-year investing roadmap for free:* https://rvtv.io/41fVHWF Raoul Pal welcomes Evgeny Gokhberg, founder of the DeFi hedge fund Re7Capital, to discuss building a market-neutral yield strategy that earns double-digit returns by managing smart contract risk, diversifying across platforms and chains, and treating crypto as liquid venture investing. They also debate whether the current crypto drawdown is a broken cycle or a liquidity-driven, mid-cycle correction, concluding that fundamentals remain strong despite extreme price volatility. Recorded on February 4, 2026. 👉 Abra provides custody, trading, yield and BTC-backed loan products for digital assets for HNW and corporate clients. Abra p...
Reddit Steps into AI-Powered Commerce
<p>In this episode, we explore Reddit's strategic move into AI-powered commerce, leveraging its unique community discussions for shoppable experiences. We also discuss how Reddit is monetizing user data and integrating AI into its search and advertising functions, alongside its recent financial successes.</p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 Reddit's AI Commerce Move</p><p>03:09 New AI-Driven Search Experience</p><p>10:09 Industry Shift & Reddit's Growth</p><p>15:13 AI Acquisitions and Revenue </p><p><b>Links</b></p><p></p>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $8.99 at AI Box: https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my A...
How Dresma Hit $2M ARR With Usage-Based Pricing & AI-Powered E-Commerce Imagery
<p >Siddharth Sinha is the co-founder and CEO of Dresma, an AI-powered platform helping global brands create studio-quality e-commerce imagery, videos, and localized content at scale.</p> <p >Launched in 2020, Dresma helps brands like Puma localize product imagery across markets using AI models, data intelligence, and automated workflows. The company now serves ~28 customers, generates ~$2M ARR, and has grown profitably with a lean team of 31 people.</p> <p >In this episode, Siddharth explains Dresma's usage-based pricing model, how studio partnerships drive over 50% of revenue, and how the company expanded enterprise customers up to $500K per year—while keeping infrastructure costs and...
Bootstrapping to $5M ARR: How Kukun Scales SaaS for Banks and Fintechs
<p >How do you grow a nearly $5M ARR SaaS with just 2 sales reps, while staying bootstrapped and capital efficient?</p> <p >Raf Howery is the founder and CEO of Kukun, a B2B property data platform powering white-labeled tools for banks, fintechs, and insurers. After quitting a $1M/year consulting role, he built Kukun to serve ~25 enterprise clients, each paying $10K–$50K/month. The team now processes ~500,000 property addresses monthly across a growing suite of data-driven products.</p> <p >What makes this business especially compelling is the dual monetization model: a B2C experience that acts as a PLG we...
AI Trade in the Spotlight as Wall Street Awaits Nvidia Earnings 2/25/26
<p>Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber covered all of the bases on the AI trade: A preview of Nvidia's much-anticipated earnings due out after Wednesday's close of trading, </p> <p>President Trump's State of the Union message to big tech about data centers and power plants, what Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said on a podcast about AI risks. </p> <p>Also in focus: The ball in Netflix's court after Paramount's sweetened offer to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, billionaire investor David Tepper sends a scathing letter to Whirlpool,</p> <p>Workday shares extend their decline, Oracle gets upgraded, Cava so...
Anthropic and OpenAI Battle for Enterprise AI
<p>In this episode, we explore the intensifying competition between Anthropic and OpenAI as they strive to capture the enterprise market. We break down the different strategies each company is employing to integrate AI into white-collar workflows and the potential implications for various industries.</p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Enterprise AI Wars</p><p>01:31 Anthropic's Enterprise Agent Program</p><p>05:27 Claude Cowork and Computer Use</p><p>08:50 OpenAI's Frontier Alliance Strategy</p><p>11:51 Comparing Strategies & Future Outlook </p><p><b></b></p><p></p><p><b></b></p><p></p><p><b>Links</b></p><p><...
CNBC Investing Club: Cramer’s Morning Take on Corning 2/24/26
<p>Cramer says this stock has almost no competition. This episode contains a preview of exclusive content from the members-only CNBC Investing Club morning meeting. Become an Investing Club member to go behind the scenes with Jim Cramer and Jeff Marks every day as they talk candidly about the market’s biggest headlines, analyst calls and holdings in the Charitable Trust – and see up close how they decide when, and if, to take action on stocks. Sign up here: cnbc.com/morningtake</p> <p> </p> <p>CNBC Investing Club Disclaimer</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.ad...
He Turned Pickleball Software into a $3M/yr SaaS
<p >How do you turn a niche offline sports business into $3M in contracted ARR across 200 locations, while raising $8M and keeping pricing simple on a per-unit basis?</p> <p >Ben Borton is the Co-Founder of PodPlay Technologies, a vertical SaaS platform powering pickleball and racquet sport venues. What started as internal software for his own ping pong spaces is now a $3M contracted ARR business serving 200 locations and roughly 2,000 courts, with ACVs ranging from $10k–$15k and an $8M Series A completed in 2025.</p> <p >This business is interesting because it didn't start as software. Ben built PodPlay to sol...
Reddit Steps into AI-Powered Commerce
<p>In this episode, we explore Reddit's strategic move into AI-powered commerce, leveraging its unique community discussions for shoppable experiences. We also discuss how Reddit is monetizing user data and integrating AI into its search and advertising functions, alongside its recent financial successes.</p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 Reddit's AI Commerce Move</p><p>03:09 New AI-Driven Search Experience</p><p>10:09 Industry Shift & Reddit's Growth</p><p>15:13 AI Acquisitions and Revenue </p><p><b>Links</b></p><p></p>Get the top 40+ AI Models for $8.99 at AI Box: https://aibox.aiAI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchaferJoin my A...
Why Small Churches Matter More Than Ever
While big cities often dominate attention and resources, it is the small towns and rural communities where congregations are disappearing fastest and where the church’s presence is most at risk. Thom and Sam explore why revitalizing and supporting small churches is essential for the future of Christian witness and how these congregations uniquely embody relational, community-anchoring ministry that larger models simply cannot replicate.
The Church Number: 60% The Power of a Personal Invitation
A surprisingly high number of churchgoers attend because someone simply invited them. In this episode, Sam and Thom unpack why 60% might be the most overlooked and powerful number in church outreach today.
CNBC Investing Club: Cramer’s Morning Take on CrowdStrike 2/23/26
<p>Cramer says this is a good fundamental stock despite its recent downturn. This episode contains a preview of exclusive content from the members-only CNBC Investing Club morning meeting. Become an Investing Club member to go behind the scenes with Jim Cramer and Jeff Marks every day as they talk candidly about the market’s biggest headlines, analyst calls and holdings in the Charitable Trust – and see up close how they decide when, and if, to take action on stocks. Sign up here: cnbc.com/morningtake</p> <p> </p> <p>CNBC Investing Club Disclaimer</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an Ads...
