))
Medieval warfare with Kelly DeVries and Michael Livingston - talking about battles, sieges, and military history in the Middle Ages.
…
continue reading
Welcome to Ignite, the podcast where we delve into the innovations and ideas that are transforming our world. Hosted by Brian Bell of Team Ignite Ventures, this platform offers a front-row seat to candid conversations with trailblazing founders, visionary investors, and thought leaders who are shaping the future. Our episodes explore the mechanics of Startups and Venture Capital, the promise of technology, and the societal implications that often go unnoticed but are imperative for responsib ...
…
continue reading
Do politics make you want to sigh? Well, you're not alone. Here at Poli Sigh, we take a collective sigh, and breakdown the political frustrations of the world, bridging political science jargon to the issues and solutions that matter to you. Each episode we interview a political scientist to get their story, hear what they're researching, why you should care about it, and what you can do. It’s but one way of "poli trying" in trying political times. Check us out at www.polisighpodcast.org
…
continue reading
1
Ignite Startups: Why Leasing E-Bikes is the Future of Urban Transportation with Ryan Fishel | Ep97
47:45
In this episode of The Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Ryan Fishel, the founder and CEO of Sweet Spot Bike Leasing, a fintech company aiming to revolutionize the micromobility leasing space. Ryan shares the origins of his startup, inspired by his family’s background in the car leasing business and his personal passion for cycling. Sweet …
…
continue reading
1
Ignite Startups: Harnessing Video Content for Local Business Discovery with Michael Ebel | Ep96
39:38
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell interviews Michael Ebel, the CEO and founder of Atmosfy, a platform designed to revolutionize how people discover dining, nightlife, and travel experiences through video content. Michael shares his journey from his early career in the U.S. Air Force to founding Atmosfy, highlighting the significant …
…
continue reading
1
Ignite VC: Google, Startups, and the Art of Venture Capital with Manish Patel of Nava Ventures| Ep95
1:04:22
1:04:22
در پخش در آینده
در پخش در آینده
لیست ها
پسندیدن
دوست داشته شد
1:04:22
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell welcomes Manish Patel, a venture investor at Nava Ventures and a former Google product manager, to discuss his journey in venture capital and technology. The conversation delves into Manish's accidental entry into venture capital, where he reflects on the changing aspirations of young professionals …
…
continue reading
1
Ignite Startups: Building a Profitable AI-Driven Ad Platform with Miguel Guerrero of Otis AI | Ep94
42:06
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Miguel Guerrero, the co-founder and CEO of Otis AI, a platform designed to empower small and medium-sized businesses with AI-driven advertising solutions. Miguel shares his journey from creating one of the world's largest Minecraft servers as a teenager to founding and leading Otis A…
…
continue reading
1
The Battle of Bryn Glas (1402)
1:11:27
1:11:27
در پخش در آینده
در پخش در آینده
لیست ها
پسندیدن
دوست داشته شد
1:11:27
At the beginning of the 15th century, Owain Glyndŵr would lead a Welsh rebellion against King Henry IV of England. One of the key moments of the war would take place at Bryn Glas. You can support this podcast on Patreon - go to https://www.patreon.com/medievalistsتوسط Medievalists.net
…
continue reading
1
Ignite Startups: How Evil Genius Games is Revolutionizing Tabletop RPGs with Dave Scott | Ep93
42:09
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell hosts Dave Scott, a seasoned entrepreneur and marketing executive with over two decades of experience. Dave, currently the CEO of Evil Genius Games, shares insights from his diverse career, which includes leadership roles at major corporations like Amazon Web Services, Oracle, and Twitter, as well a…
…
continue reading
1
Ignite Startups: Revolutionizing Debt Collection with AI with Sean O’Brien of CollectWise | Ep92
33:17
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell interviews Sean O’Brien, the founder and CEO of CollectWise, an innovative company that utilizes large language models (LLMs) to automate debt collection. Sean shares his journey from running a digital agency to founding CollectWise after experiencing the challenges of debt collection firsthand thro…
…
continue reading
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell engages in a lively and insightful conversation with Caroline Winnett, the Executive Director of Berkeley Skydeck, UC Berkeley's flagship startup accelerator. The discussion begins with Caroline sharing her unique career journey, starting from her early days as a professional concert violinist …
…
continue reading
1
Ignite Startups: How Crema is Revolutionizing Freelance Payments with Christian Jacobsen | Ep90
46:46
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Christian Jacobsen, the co-founder and CEO of Crema, an all-in-one software platform designed for freelancers to manage payments, collections, and financial products. Christian shares his journey from Norway to the University of San Francisco, where he was inspired by entrepreneurial…
…
continue reading
1
Ignite Startups: Transforming the Future of Allergy Treatment with Aakash Shah of Wyndly | Ep89
48:38
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Aakash Shah, the founder and CEO of Wyndly, a Y Combinator (YC) 2021 startup specializing in lifelong allergy treatment through exposure therapy. Aakash introduces Wyndly, explaining its mission to fix allergies permanently by building tolerance to allergens such as pollen, cats, and d…
…
continue reading
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Royal Jain, co-founder and CEO of CodeParrot, a Team Ignite portfolio company. Royal shares his journey from being a computer science student at IIT Bombay to founding CodeParrot. His career path includes various internships and jobs in Japan and at Xerox Research, where he realized …
…
continue reading
1
Ignite Talent: Navigating Offshore Talent for Early-Stage Startups with Roger Einstoss | Ep87
37:18
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Roger Einstoss, the founder and CEO of Brainly. Roger shares his journey from growing up in Buenos Aires, Argentina, to founding Brainly, a company dedicated to connecting Latin American talent with American businesses. He emphasizes the advantages of working with Latin American teams,…
…
continue reading
1
Ignite Leadership: Enhancing Leadership Skills in the Startup World with Kenneth Berger | Ep86
39:45
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Kenneth Berger, a 20-year veteran in the tech industry, first Product Manager at Slack, and current executive coach. Kenneth shares his journey from the highs of startup success to the lows of being fired by a co-founder. This range of experiences led him to a pivotal moment of self-…
…
continue reading
1
Ignite VC: Navigating Market Cycles and Liquidity Strategies in Venture Capital with Ken Sawyer | Ep85
56:32
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Ken Sawyer, the founder and managing director of Saints Capital, to discuss the intricacies and opportunities within the world of venture capital and secondary investments. Ken provides a brief overview of his extensive experience in the venture capital sector, sharing his unique persp…
…
continue reading
1
Ignite Startups: Creating Impactful AI Healthcare Solutions with Susan Conover of Piction Health | Ep84
38:41
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Susan Conover, the co-founder and CEO of Piction Health, an AI-powered virtual dermatology practice. Susan shares her journey from being a mechanical engineer to a healthcare entrepreneur driven by her personal battle with melanoma. Piction Health aims to provide accessible and effic…
…
continue reading
In the latest episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell sits down with Ashutosh Purohit, the CEO and founder of Yenmo. Ashutosh introduces Yenmo, a company based in India that offers loans against mutual funds and securities. He explains how Yenmo provides low-interest loans by holding mutual funds or stocks as collateral, reducing the interes…
…
continue reading
In this episode of Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Marcel Tan, co-founder and CEO of Tusk. Marcel shares his journey from growing up in Singapore and China to serving in the Singapore military and eventually moving to the United States for college at UC Berkeley. His diverse background and experiences played a significant role in shaping…
…
continue reading
Huge armies clash as the Ottoman sultan sultan Bayezid I faced off against the emir of the Timurid Empire, Timur. In this episode of Bow & Blade, Michael and Kelly look at the battle and the account of the fighting by Johann Schiltberger. You can support this podcast on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/medievalists…
…
continue reading
1
Ignite VC: Overcoming Fundraising Challenges in a Competitive Market with Imran Sheikh | Ep81
52:52
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell returns from a month-long vacation, excited to dive back into discussions with his first guest post-vacation, Imran Sheikh. Imran, a longtime collaborator with Team Ignite and an experienced product designer, shares insights from his journey in the tech industry, starting from his early days in…
…
continue reading
In the latest episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews his friend Marc Ladin, a partner at Project Voice Capital Partners. The conversation kicks off with Marc sharing his unique journey from a marketing professional to a venture capitalist, highlighting his early exposure to technology through his father's entrepreneurial ventures…
…
continue reading
1
The Weardale Campaign (1327)
1:00:54
1:00:54
در پخش در آینده
در پخش در آینده
لیست ها
پسندیدن
دوست داشته شد
1:00:54
In 1327, Scottish forces invaded England, posing the first test for the newly crowned Edward III. In this episode of Bow & Blade, Michael and Kelly discuss how the English response turned out so badly. You can support this podcast and Medievalists.net on Patreon - go to https://www.patreon.com/medievalists…
…
continue reading
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell hosts Matt Caspari, Managing artner at Alumni Ventures, for an insightful conversation on venture capital, deep tech investments, and the evolving landscape of entrepreneurship. Caspari shares his journey from a biochemistry student to a leading figure in the venture capital space, highlighting his …
…
continue reading
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Dr. Matt Welsh, an AI pioneer with a storied career spanning from Google to Apple, and currently leading his own stealth startup, joined host Brian for a deep dive into the evolving world of AI, particularly focusing on large language models. Dr. Welsh shared insights from his extensive experience, starting wi…
…
continue reading
1
Ignite VC: Rethinking Venture Capital Ethics and Impact with Brian McMahon of Expert Dojo | Ep76
42:29
In the latest episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell engages with Brian Mac Mahon, founder of the Expert Dojo, a premier startup accelerator based in Southern California. The conversation kicks off with Mac Mahon detailing his accidental journey into venture capital, emphasizing his passion for growth and innovation over mere financial gain…
…
continue reading
1
Ignite Startups: Rethinking Recruitment Technology for Efficiency with Julian D'Angelo | Ep75
56:42
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Julian D'Angelo, founder of Talin, a Team Ignite portfolio company. Julian shares his transition from growth marketing to the tech sphere, particularly in staffing and recruiting technology. His extensive experience in early-stage, venture-backed companies allowed him to carve a niche …
…
continue reading
1
Ignite VC: Exploring Contrarian Investment Strategies and Growing Startups with Steve Walsh | Ep74
50:56
In this episode of the Ignite Podcast, Brian Bell welcomes Steve Walsh, a partner at Hands on Angel and a seasoned investor. Walsh introduces himself as a contrarian investor who aids early-stage founders in accelerating capital, revenue, and growth. His background as an operator turned investor enriches his approach, as he brings deep insights int…
…
continue reading
1
Ignite VC: The Future of VC with AI and the Democratization of Investing with Fred Campbell | Ep73
1:05:58
1:05:58
در پخش در آینده
در پخش در آینده
لیست ها
پسندیدن
دوست داشته شد
1:05:58
In the latest episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Fred Campbell, a seasoned entrepreneur and managing partner of Track, a venture capital firm leveraging technology and collective intelligence in the investment process. The discussion kicks off with Campbell's unique perspective as a founder first and an investor second, highlig…
…
continue reading
In the latest episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell delves into an engaging conversation with Rubaiyat Farhan, the co-founder and COO of Markopolo. Rubaiyat shares his journey from an entrepreneurial student to the helm of a burgeoning startup in the competitive marketing technology landscape. He discusses his early experiences with his fi…
…
continue reading
1
Ignite VC: The Evolution of Hawaii's Tech Industry with Chenoa Farnsworth of Blue Startups | Ep71
53:32
In this episode of the Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Chenoa Farnsworth, the managing partner of Blue Startups Hawaii. The conversation kicks off with a warm exchange about their mutual connections to Hawaii, setting a friendly tone for the discussion. Chenoa, a seasoned player in the Hawaiian tech scene, delves into her extensive experie…
…
continue reading
1
The Battle of Las Navas de Tolosa (1212)
1:01:40
1:01:40
در پخش در آینده
در پخش در آینده
لیست ها
پسندیدن
دوست داشته شد
1:01:40
A turning point in the history of Iberia, the year 1212 would see the combined armies of Castile, Aragon and Navarre facing off against the Almohads. In this episode of Bow & Blade, Michael and Kelly talk about a key battle of the Reconquista.توسط Medievalists.net
…
continue reading
1
Ignite VC: The Benefits of Revenue-Based Financing for Startups Explained by Vince Hsieh | Ep70
50:47
In this episode of the Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Vince Hsieh, a partner at Cypress Growth Capital, to discuss his extensive journey in entrepreneurship, startups, and venture capital. Vince shares his background, starting from his early career in management consulting with firms like Arthur Anderson and Alvarez and Marsal, where he f…
…
continue reading
1
Ignite Startups: The Future of Mental Health with Chris Aeberli of Sonia, The AI Therapist | Ep69
50:28
In this episode of the Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Chris Aeberli, co-founder of the innovative AI-driven mental health app, Sonia. Originally from Switzerland, Chris shares his journey from a math-loving child to studying computer science at ETH and eventually MIT, where he met his co-founders. The conversation delves into his intrigui…
…
continue reading
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Ignacio Viau, co-founder and CEO of Hokali, a startup based in San Francisco. Ignacio, originally from Argentina, shares his journey from moving to the US nine years ago to falling in love with the entrepreneurial spirit of San Francisco. He recounts how Hokali started as a B2C sport…
…
continue reading
1
Ignite VC: How AI Innovations Are Reshaping Product Management and Venture Capital with Nataraj Sindam | Ep67
47:10
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell welcomes Nataraj Sindham, a product manager at Microsoft and host of the Startup Project. The conversation kicks off with Nataraj sharing his journey from a small town in South India to becoming a software engineer at Epic Systems in the U.S. He discusses the transition to Microsoft, highlighting hi…
…
continue reading
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Dave Hersh, an entrepreneur, investor, advisor, and author, who shares insights from his varied career and his new book, "Reignition." The conversation starts with Dave recounting his experience as CEO of Jive Software, a company he co-founded on September 11, 2001. Despite the challen…
…
continue reading
1
Ignite Startups: Building the Ultimate Podcast Automation Platform with Edward Brawer | Ep65
50:28
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Edward Brawer, CEO of PodcastAI, a company that aims to revolutionize the podcast industry by automating the entire podcast production process. Edward shares his journey from experimenting with AI tools to creating viral parody episodes, which led to the inception of PodcastAI. The dis…
…
continue reading
1
Q&A #10: How did weather impact medieval battles?
1:02:47
1:02:47
در پخش در آینده
در پخش در آینده
لیست ها
پسندیدن
دوست داشته شد
1:02:47
It is a Q&A episode of Bow & Blade, with Michael and Kelly answering listener questions. In this episode, they talk about the impact of weather on medieval battles, how often did soldiers train, and why are there more sources about the Battle of Crecy (1346) than the Battle of Poitiers (1356). You can support this podcast on Patreon - go to https:/…
…
continue reading
In this episode of the Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell engages in a fascinating conversation with Roland Siebelink, a seasoned entrepreneur known for his role in scaling tech startups to unicorn status. Roland shares his journey through various high-growth tech companies, revealing the common patterns he observed in scaling teams from ten to a thou…
…
continue reading
1
Ignite Startups: Exploring the Future of Data Analytics with Edge Delta’s Founder, Ozan Unlu | Ep63
47:29
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Ozan Unlu, founder and CEO of Edge Delta, a company specializing in the observability space. Unlu shares his extensive experience in technology, highlighting his early career at Microsoft and subsequent shift to Sumo Logic before founding his own company. The conversation delves into t…
…
continue reading
1
Ignite VC: How Collaborative Investments Are Shaping the Future of Finance with Andrew Romans | Ep62
51:40
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Andrew Romans, a seasoned venture capitalist, author, and educator. Romans, founder and managing partner at 7BC Ventures, delves into his extensive background in venture capital, emphasizing his evolution from a founder to an investor. He shares insights from his early days of securing…
…
continue reading
1
Ignite Startups: Melis Dural on Redefining Community Engagement in the Hybrid World with Ekos | Ep61
46:17
In the episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Melis Dural, founder and CEO of Ekos.ai, to discuss her journey and the evolution of her community engagement platform designed for hybrid community building. The episode begins with introductions and a brief background of Dural's early experiences in the U.S. and the challenges she fac…
…
continue reading
1
Ignite Startups: Kanad Bahalkar’s Revolutionary Approach to Video Marketing with Potion | Ep60
50:43
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Kanad Bahalkar, founder of Potion and former engineer at Google and Endurance. The episode kicks off with Brian expressing his appreciation for the intimate and focused conversations enabled by the podcast format, which he compares to a form of meditation. Kanad echoes the sentiment, n…
…
continue reading
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Mark Haney, the founder and managing partner of the Growth Factory based in Sacramento. Haney shares his journey and the ethos behind Growth Factory, an entrepreneurial development group with a venture capital arm that focuses on supporting local startups. He emphasizes the importance …
…
continue reading
1
Ignite VC: Exploring the Crossroads of Innovation and Sustainability with Andrew Beebe | Ep58
50:03
In this episode of the Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Andrew Beebe, Managing Director of Obvious Ventures. The episode begins with introductions and a brief dive into Beebe’s background in renewable energy and venture capital. They reminisce about how they first met in San Francisco through the renewable energy sector, highlighting Beebe'…
…
continue reading
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Tore Steen recounts his extensive journey through the evolution of the internet and business, discussing pivotal moments that shaped his career trajectory and led to the creation of CrowdStreet. Initially, Steen ventured into the tech scene in 1998 by joining AAA to strategize on internet implications for trad…
…
continue reading
1
The Siege of Constantinople (1453)
1:12:30
1:12:30
در پخش در آینده
در پخش در آینده
لیست ها
پسندیدن
دوست داشته شد
1:12:30
One of the key dates from the Middle Ages is the year 1453. In this episode of Bow & Blade, Michael and Kelly discuss how the Ottomans were able to conquer the city of Constantinople and bring an end to the Byzantine Empire. You can support this podcast on Patreon. - go to https://www.patreon.com/medievalists…
…
continue reading
1
Ignite VC: The Changing Landscape of Venture Capital in a Post-Peak Era with Peter Walker | Ep56
50:10
In this engaging episode of the Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Peter Walker, head of insights at Carta, to delve into the ever-evolving landscape of startup funding, particularly through the tumultuous year of 2022 and the cautious optimism of early 2024. Walker shares his journey from small startup ventures to leading data visualization …
…
continue reading
1
Ignite Startups: AI Role Play Simulations for Effective Sales Training with Atul Raghunathan | Ep55
29:27
In the latest episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell sits down with Atul Raghunathan, CTO of Hyperbound, for a compelling discussion on the startup's evolution, pivot to an AI roleplay platform, and the innovative approach to sales training. Initially, Hyperbound focused on email personalization, but due to shifting regulations and a desire for …
…
continue reading
1
Ignite Startups: Exploring the New Frontier of AI and Insurance with Karthik Ramakrishnan | Ep54
48:36
In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Karthik Ramakrishnan, the CEO and co-founder of Armilla AI, a platform focused on understanding, quantifying, and insuring the risks associated with AI systems and models. Karthik shares his extensive journey from a promising student interested in joining Geoffrey Hinton's lab for neur…
…
continue reading
1
The Battle of Halidon Hill (1333)
1:07:12
1:07:12
در پخش در آینده
در پخش در آینده
لیست ها
پسندیدن
دوست داشته شد
1:07:12
Scotland and England are at war again, with the important border town of Berwick-upon-Tweed under siege. In this episode of Bow & Blade, Michael and Kelly discuss how the English were able to inflict a quick and devastating defeat on the Scots. You can support this podcast on Patreon - go to https://www.patreon.com/medievalists…
…
continue reading
