FFF (Founders, Funders, & Friends)

On this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Josh Constine, a distinguished venture capitalist and former top tech journalist whose career has been defined by his deep understanding of technology and its impact on society. Josh’s journey began at Stanford, where he earned a master’s degree in Design and Cyber Sociology. He went on to become the Editor-at-Large at TechCrunch, where he was ranked the world’s #1 most cited tech journal...

On this episode, we are excited to welcome Vinay Hiremath, a visionary entrepreneur who co-founded Loom, a company that has transformed the way we communicate in the digital age. Vinay's journey began with a deep passion for technology and innovation, which led him to work at renowned tech companies like Yelp, Quora, and Medium. It was during a brainstorming session with friends that the idea for Loom was born—a tool that simp...

In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Mark Peter Davis, a seasoned entrepreneur and venture capitalist with a mission-driven approach to supporting startups. Mark, also known as MPD, is the founder of Interplay, a unique ecosystem that goes beyond traditional venture capital to empower entrepreneurs through incubation, foundry initiatives, and strategic investments. With a background in launching successful companies and guid...

On this episode, we are excited to welcome Byron Ling, a visionary venture capitalist who has played a pivotal role in shaping the early-stage startup landscape. Byron’s journey into the world of venture capital began over a decade ago, where his keen eye for innovation and passion for supporting founders led him to become a partner at renowned firms like Primary Venture Partners and Canaan Partners. Today, Byron is a co-founder of...

Join us in this insightful episode featuring Russ Huddleston, a three-time founder best known as the co-founder and former CEO of DocSend, a successful document sharing platform acquired by Dropbox for $165 million. Russ shares his entrepreneurial journey, key lessons from his experience with DocSend, and his new venture, Distil, which utilizes AI for generating in-depth reports on individuals and companies. In conversation with Ol...

On this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Hamilton Morris, a renowned journalist, documentarian, and scientific researcher. Hamilton is the creator and director of the acclaimed television series Hamilton's Pharmacopeia, where he explores the chemistry, history, and cultural impact of various psychoactive drugs. In September 2021, Hamilton transitioned from his role at Vice to work as a chemistry consultant at the biotechnol...

On this episode, we are delighted to host two distinguished guests, Eugene Wei and Oana Olteanu, whose expertise spans the realms of technology, investment, and innovation.

First, we have Eugene Wei, a top voice in technology with an incredible background in product and investing. Eugene has had a remarkable career, starting at Amazon.com and later leading product, design, editorial, and marketing teams at Hulu. He also co...

On this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Ankur Nagpal, a dynamic entrepreneur whose journey from Bombay to the U.S. has been marked by remarkable achievements. Ankur began his entrepreneurial career by building Facebook apps in his college dorm room, generating significant advertising revenue. After moving to New York, he started teaching marketing courses online, leading him to create Teachable, a platform that empowers creator...

On this episode, we are excited to welcome Tobias Rose-Stockwell, a writer, designer, and technologist whose work has made significant impacts across various fields. Tobias's research has been featured in The Atlantic, WIRED, NPR, The BBC, CNN, and many others, and has influenced key interventions aimed at reducing toxicity and polarization within leading tech platforms. In addition to his work in technology, Tobias has led hu...