Grit Daily Startup Show

Startups want enterprise clients. Sanjay Chadha explains why most aren’t ready. In this episode, the SAV Associates managing partner breaks down how cybersecurity, internal controls, and compliance frameworks like SOC 2 and ISO 27001 unlock trust, credibility, and million-dollar deals. If you're building, scaling, or selling to large organizations, this conversation might be the most important one you hear all year.

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Based Trading Cards founder Alladan Flinn joins the show to reveal why physical collectibles still matter in a world drowning in digital noise. He breaks down how true scarcity, intentional design, and cultural storytelling can revive a hobby and teach people more about value than any textbook. This episode dives into collectibles, economics, craftsmanship, and the movement Flinn is building one card at a time.

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Robert Brooks has lived through nearly nine decades of history, from the segregated streets of 1940s Pittsburgh to the battlefields of Vietnam and beyond. A decorated Army officer, minister, and author of The Journey, he reveals how one guiding principle, staying calm and dispassionate, helped him overcome prejudice, loss, and chaos with grace. Tune in to discover the timeless wisdom behind a life built on resilience, composure, an...

What happens when the people running the world start to burn out? Drs. Denise and Louis Joseph, founders of the Open Sea Institute, work with billionaires, founders, and high performers to restore balance without slowing their ambition. In this conversation, they reveal what really drives elite performers, why success can feel lonely, and how true mental resilience is built from the inside out.

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What if your child’s doodle could become a keepsake they hug every night? In this episode, visionary creator Fam Mirza and partner Keri Mirza reveal how Draw Pillows turned one simple family moment into a movement that’s inspiring creativity and connection in homes everywhere. It’s a story of passion, purpose, and the magic that happens when imagination meets entrepreneurship.

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Adam Bergman traded a secure career in tax law to build a company that helps people take control of their retirement money and invest it in what they actually understand. In this episode, he reveals how IRA Financial grew to manage over $4 billion in assets by opening doors beyond Wall Street. If you’ve ever wondered how to make your retirement money work harder, this conversation shows you how the smartest investors are doin...

Actor-turned-entrepreneur Oliver Trevena shares the journey of building Caliwater, the cactus water brand reshaping the wellness beverage market. From the struggles of launching during COVID to scaling into thousands of stores, his story highlights resilience, sustainability, and authentic brand building. Discover how Caliwater is redefining hydration for adults, kids, and families alike.

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Dom Kwong, co-founder and CEO of Damon Inc., shares how he’s redefining two-wheeled mobility with cutting-edge safety and intelligence technology. From his roots in radio engineering to leading a company that blends software, sensors, and rider experience, Kwong discusses the future of motorcycles and mobility. This episode explores entrepreneurship, innovation, and how Damon is shaping safer, smarter rides for the next gener...

Jonathan Lowenhar of Enjoy The Work joins the Grit Daily Startup Show to get real about the moment every successful founder dreads — when the job changes from building the product to building the company. He breaks down why most first-time CEOs feel like imposters, how to pick the right path for your business, and why enjoying the grind is the ultimate competitive edge. If you’ve ever thought, “Am I even doing thi...

In this episode of the Grit Daily Startup Show, Voxify founder David Duguan shares how his company is using AI to transform voice communications for small businesses. He discusses his entrepreneurial journey from Ghana to launching an AI-powered platform that now handles over 20,000 calls weekly for clients across multiple industries. Listeners will hear how Voxify is making advanced voice technology accessible, affordable, and imp...

In this episode of the Grit Daily Startup Show, author and physicist Norman Stewart discusses his new book Freed from the Iron Grip of Frost, which explores the science and history behind climate change. Stewart breaks down the greenhouse effect, the role of clouds and water vapor, and why understanding the physics matters as much as the politics. Listeners will gain a clear, evidence-based perspective on one of the most debated to...

Join host Jordan French on the Grit Daily Startup Show as he sits down with Marcus Weller, founder of Vibe and creator of DeepInvent, the first AI capable of inventing and patenting on its own. Discover how Weller is using brain-inspired cognitive models to transform the way startups, inventors, and enterprises generate intellectual property. If you're building in tech, this episode is your blueprint for what innovation looks like ...

Discover how DiffuseDrive is tackling AI’s most overlooked challenge: high-quality, high-diversity data for physical systems like robots, drones, and autonomous vehicles. CEO Balint Pasztor joins Grit Daily to explain how diffusion models are transforming synthetic data into lifelike experiences that accelerate performance and reduce development time from years to hours. Whether you’re building in defense, logistics, or...

CJ Konstantinos joins the Grit Daily Startup Show to unveil Peoples Reserve, a mortgage platform that lets users borrow against their Bitcoin instead of selling it. He breaks down how cross-collateralizing real estate and crypto enables lower rates, less risk, and more financial freedom. For Bitcoin holders ready to unlock their wealth without letting go, this episode is essential listening.

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Jeeva AI CEO Gaurav Bhattacharya joins the Grit Daily Startup Show to unpack how his company reached $5 million in revenue just seven months after launch, without a marketing team. He breaks down how agentic AI is reshaping sales workflows, replacing repetitive SDR tasks with intelligent automation. From pricing strategies to product-market fit, this episode dives deep into how AI is becoming the new sales co-founder.

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Founder and CEO of Glīd, Kevin Damoa, joins the Grit Daily Startup Show to unveil how his hybrid rail-road technology could revolutionize freight logistics. From reducing port congestion to improving rail safety and cutting emissions, Damoa explains how Glīd is tackling inefficiencies at every step of the supply chain. It’s a bold look at the future of transportation—and why rail might just be the next big thing in tech...