Best Mike Gelb Podcasts (2025)

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Is it time for the Phillies to shake it up? Will the Eagles Defense take a step back following Super Bowl win? Matt Gelb and Brooks Kubena join the show 2:12:32

19d ago2:12:32

2:12:32

Rob Ellis and Mike Sielski on their Saturday morning time discuss what the Phillies need to do to get back on track following a brutal bullpen game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. They also discuss the future of the Eagles defense, which has been taken over by Vic Fangio following the Super Bowl win in 2024. Matt Gelb joins the show and gives insig…

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Full 6/21 Rob and Mike show: Phillies, Tom McCarthy, Kevin Kurz and more! 2:14:44

5d ago2:14:44

2:14:44

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Are the Phillies back? Could the Sixers make a move in the NBA Draft? Tyler Kepner and Keith Pompey join the show and more! 2:16:07

12d ago2:16:07

2:16:07

Rob Ellis and Mike Sielski discuss whether they think the Phillies are fully back or if they still need to see more. And what moves should the Phillies make at the deadline? The NBA draft is coming up, and there's been some rumors that they could make a trade in the draft. Do you think they should? Tyler Kepner joins to talk Phillies and Keith Pomp…

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From Surviving a Plane Crash to Building Baby Formula and Energy Drink Brands: Richard Lavar 1:02:43

27d ago1:02:43

1:02:43

This episode is brought to you by Highbeam. Highbeam is the all-in-one banking and cash management platform built for consumer brands – https://www.highbeam.co/capital?partn... Richard Laver isn't your typical founder. At age 12, he survived a plane crash that killed 137 people—including his father. Years later, he built Kate Farms to save his daug…

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The Tush Push stays alive, Phillies pitching and post-season hopes, James Palmer and Lochlahn March join the show! 2:09:18

1M ago2:09:18

2:09:18

Rob Ellis and Mike Sielski on Saturday morning bring a lot to the table. With the Tush Push staying alive this week and the Phillies on an 8 game win-streak, it's a good week to be a Philly sports fan. Rob and Mike talk about Jason Kelce's impact on the owners meeting and Jeffery Lurie's impassioned speech. What are the Phillies going to do about t…

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Rick Tocchet Flyers head coach, Eagles schedule release, Pete Rose, Sixers draft, Dan Hilferty, Keith Pompey and more! 2:07:54

1M ago2:07:54

2:07:54

Rob Ellis and Mike Sielski on their Saturday morning time slot have a jam packed show. The Flyers hired Rick Tocchet as their 25th head coach in history. Rob and Mike talk to Dan Hilferty, the Governor of the Flyers and CEO of Comcast Spectacor, to get some insight into his hiring. The Eagles' schedule for next season was released- hear Rob and Mik…

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Don’t Raise VC Money Until You Hear This | Mike Gelb with Shamin Walsh | Consumer VC 58:21

1M ago58:21

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This episode is brought to you by Highbeam. Highbeam is the all-in-one banking and cash management platform built for consumer brands – https://www.highbeam.co/capital?partn… Join host Mike Gelb as he chats with Shamin Walsh, Managing Director at BAM Ventures — the early-stage VC firm behind Thrive Market, Honey, and Cotopaxi. Shamin breaks down ho…

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Bryce Harper worry, Aaron Nola and Rafael Marchan, Daryl Morey is tone-deaf, Jeff McLane, Jeff Kerr join and more! 2:10:17

2M ago2:10:17

2:10:17

Rob Ellis and Mike Sielski on their Saturday morning time-slot talk a lot of Phillies after they drop the first game in the Cleveland series last night. Daryl Morey recently spoke about the Sixers and their future and was certainly uninspiring. Hear from Jeff McLane about the Birds and Jeff Kerr about the Phillies, including a report on what he saw…

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What's Wrong with Bryce Harper, Eagles Draft Recap, Dallas Goedert Update, Scott Lauber, Jimmy Kempski Join and more! 2:13:31

2M ago2:13:31

2:13:31

Rob Ellis and Mike Sielski discuss what's been up with Bryce Harper, recapping the Eagles 2025 Draft Class and what will happen with Dallas Goedert? Scott Lauber and Jimmy Kempski join the show and more!

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How Ithaca Hummus Scaled to $50M Without Venture Capital? Mike Gelb with Chris Kirby | Consumer VC 56:03

2M ago56:03

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This episode is brought to you by Highbeam. Highbeam is the all-in-one banking and cash management platform built for consumer brands – https://www.highbeam.co/capital?partnerId=consumervc In this episode of The Consumer VC, Mike Gelb sits down with Chris Kirby, founder of Ithaca Hummus, to uncover how he turned a local farmer’s market stand into a…

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Eagles Draft Picks, Phillies are Back Off Track, What Will Happen With Shedeur Sanders? E.J. Smith Joins the Show and more! 2:11:20

2M ago2:11:20

2:11:20

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Are You Building for the Right Reasons — or Just Because the Category Is Hot? Should there be a Better Business Bureau for VCs? w/ Sid Banthiya 58:59

2M ago58:59

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#venturecapital #consumervc Join host Mike Gelb on The Consumer VC as he talks with Sid Banthiya — investor, advisor, and former CSO at Milk Bar. In this episode, Sid dives deep into consumer startup dynamics, term sheet red flags, and how founders can scale smarter (not louder). Learn why many startups fall into the trap of "venture validation," w…

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Phillies Get Back on Track, Will The Eagles Move Up or Down in the NFL Draft, Olivia Reiner Joins the Show and More! 1:31:25

2M ago1:31:25

1:31:25

Rob Ellis and Mike Sielski discuss the Phillies recent success, The NFL draft is less than a week away, so what will the Eagles do? Olivia Reiner gives insight into the Eagles draft plans and more!

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Phillies drop two in a row, Rob's on the highway to hell, Todd Zolecki, Brian Baldinger and more! 2:57:55

2M ago2:57:55

2:57:55

Rob Ellis and Mike Sielski react to the Phillies dropping two in a row, Rob's eventful morning and enjoy Phillies and NFL Draft insight from Todd Zolecki and Brian Baldinger.

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Phillies Opening Day, Torts Fired, Kevin Kurz, Jim Salisbury & more! 2:16:05

3M ago2:16:05

2:16:05

Rob Ellis and Mike Sielski and talking Phillies following an up and down victory on Opening Day in Washington and have Jim Salisbury join to break down the team. Plus, plenty of Flyers discussion following the dismissal of John Tortorella as Kevin Kurz joins the program.

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The Future of Restaurant-Tech: Inside EMERGING’s $100M Fund with Mathew Focht 49:33

3M ago49:33

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Mathew Focht is the Founding Managing Partner of EMERGING, a $100M growth capital fund investing in the future of restaurant-tech and entertainment. In this episode of The Consumer VC, Mathew breaks down how EMERGING helps scale innovative hospitality concepts like F1® Arcade, BatBox, Puttshack, and more. We explore why the intersection of restaura…

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BG Retirement, Phillies, Keith Jones, Scott Franzke & more! 2:12:58

3M ago2:12:58

2:12:58

Rob Ellis and Mike Sielski are talking Brandon Graham after his retirement from the NFL and discuss the outlook of the Phillies with Opening Day coming up on Thursday. Plus, they are joined by Flyers President Keith Jones and Phillies radio play-by-play announcer Scott Franzke.

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Will AI Screw IP Holders, Content Getting Better or Worse, and The Future of Journalism with Ishan Sinha, Partner at Point72 Ventures 57:48

3M ago57:48

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#consumervc #venturecapital #aicontentcreation Join host Mike Gelb on The Consumer VC as he talks with Ishan Sinha, Partner at Point72 Ventures.In this episode, Ishan shares insights into the evolving role of AI in consumer startups, the challenges of AI-driven media, and the future of monetization for creators. He discusses the impact of AI on int…

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Eagles Free Agency, college hoops, Phillies Spring Training, Fran Dunphy, Jimmy Kempski & more! 2:08:05

3M ago2:08:05

2:08:05

Mike Sielski and Rob Ellis talk all things Eagles free agency and are joined by Jimmy Kempski, talk some college hoops as Selection Sunday is upon us and talk with legendary college basketball coach Fran Dunphy who retired this week, touch a little on the Sixers and Flyers and a lot more!

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Eagles Offseason, Phillies Spring Training, Scott Lauber, Dan Koob & more! 2:10:56

4M ago2:10:56

2:10:56

Rob Ellis and Mike Sielski are talking Eagles offseason as well as Phillies Spring Training with Grapefruit League play in full swing. Plus, they are joined by Scott Lauber from Clearwater and Dan Koob to discuss his new show 'SportsTown'.

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Joel Embiid, Myles Garrett, Dave Zangaro, Keith Pompey & more! 2:06:41

4M ago2:06:41

2:06:41

Rob Ellis and Mike Sielski on their normal Saturday time slot talk a lot of Sixers and the future of Joel Embiid. Eagles free agency has been a topic as well- Rob and Mike weigh in on the Myles Garrett conversation. Should the Eagles pursue him? Special guests Dave Zangaro and Keith Pompey join the show. Rob and Mike also honor the late Gene Hackma…

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Phillies Spring Training, 4 Nations, Jeff Neiburg, Matt Gelb & more! 2:11:58

4M ago2:11:58

2:11:58

Rob Ellis and Mike Sielski are talking Phillies ahead of the start of their Spring Training slate. Plus, the guys talk NHL 4 nations and have guests Jeff Neiburg and Matt Gelb join the show.

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Selling Shorter Shorts to a Successful Exit, The Story of Chubbies with Preston Rutherford 54:39

4M ago54:39

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Join host Mike Gelb on The Consumer VC as he talks with Preston Rutherford, co-founder of Chubbies. In this episode, Preston delves into their founding journey, tackling topics like why they raised VC money, overcoming early manufacturing challenges, and evolving their brand strategy. He shares insights into achieving product-market fit, the import…

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Eagles Are Super Bowl Champs, Highlights, EJ Smith & more! 2:14:06

4M ago2:14:06

2:14:06

Rob Ellis and Mike Sielski are celebrating the Eagles Super Bowl 59 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs and share the best moments from Friday's championship parade. Plus, EJ Smith of the Philadelphia Inquirer joins the show to give his insight on the Eagles' road to their second Super Bowl title.

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Super Bowl 59, Eagles-Chiefs Rematch, Teddy Bruschi, Jeff McLane & more! 2:09:09

5M ago2:09:09

2:09:09

Rob Ellis and Mike Sielski break down Super Bowl 59 as the Eagles pursue their second Lombardi Trophy in franchise history in a rematch versus the Chiefs. Plus, they're joined by former Patriot and current NFL analyst Teddy Bruschi as well as Jeff McLane from the Philadelphia Inquirer.

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The Fusion of Innovation and Leadership with YuChiang Cheng 53:15

5M ago53:15

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Having transitioned from founding companies to supporting early-stage ventures, YC shares his passion for creating consumer-centric solutions across diverse industries. From media and sports technology to consumer goods, he reflects on shifting his focus from generating ideas himself to aiding under-managed ventures with effective execution and str…

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Eagles-Chiefs Rematch, Jeremiah Trotter, Rich Gannon & more! 2:53:34

5M ago2:53:34

2:53:34

Rob Ellis and Mike Sielski talk big picture a week ahead of the Eagles-Chiefs Super Bowl rematch. Plus, guests Jeremiah Trotter, Rich Gannon and Vahe Gregorian join the show to help break down the matchup.

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NFC Championship Preview, Connor Orr, Brian Baldinger and more! 2:56:20

5M ago2:56:20

2:56:20

Mike Sielski and Rob Ellis preview the NFC Championship between the Eagles and Commanders.

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Previewing Eagles-Rams, Phil Marttelli, Derrick Gunn and surprise guests! 2:59:27

5M ago2:59:27

2:59:27

Mike and Rob preview the NFC Divisional round matchup between the Eagles and Rams. Phil Martelli and Derrick Gunn join the show plus some last minute surprise guests!

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Why The Supplement Industry Is Broken and How Momentous Plans to Fix It with Jeff Byers 1:07:21

5M ago1:07:21

1:07:21

Thank you to our presenting partner –– Propeller Industries https://www.propellerindustries.com/Propeller Industries is the leading strategic finance and accounting partner for venture-stage companies.Our guest today is Jeff Byers, CEO of Momentous. Momentous produces and sells best in class human performance products. Previously, Jeff Byers founde…

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Why Invest in CPG and Tech? Expected Returns and Red Antler's VC Journey with Daniel Faierman, Partner at Habitat Partners 54:59

6M ago54:59

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Thank you to our Partner –– Propeller Industries https://www.propellerindustries.com/Propeller Industries is the leading strategic finance and accounting partner for venture-stage companies. Our guest on today’s episode is Daniel Faierman, Partner at Habitat Partners. Habitat Partners is an early-stage venture fund that is part of Red Antler. Red A…

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Saquon record, NFC Playoff Picture, Jeff Neiburg & more! 2:57:50

6M ago2:57:50

2:57:50

Rob and Mike's full show from 1/4

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Eagles-Commanders, JP Finlay, Glen Macnow and more! 2:10:30

6M ago2:10:30

2:10:30

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Jalen-AJ drama, Phillies offseason, Jeff McLane & more! 2:54:06

6M ago2:54:06

2:54:06

Rob and Mike's full show from 12/14

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Is AI the Sole Future of Consumer Tech, What's Missing in Social & Will Glasses Be The Consumer Platform with Bryan Kim, Partner at Andreessen Horowitz 1:01:53

7M ago1:01:53

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In today’s episode, we’re thrilled to host Bryan Kim, Partner at Andreessen Horowitz, for an insightful conversation on the intersection of venture capital and consumer innovation. Brian shares his remarkable journey from a thriving career in investment banking to becoming a driving force in the tech industry. He opens up about the transformative e…

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Eagles stay hot, Saquon rushing record, James Palmer, Dave Zangaro & more! 2:53:02

7M ago2:53:02

2:53:02

Rob and Mike's full show from 12/7

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Eagles-Ravens, Sixers disaster, Flyers hot streak & more! 2:43:50

7M ago2:43:50

2:43:50

Rob and Mike's full show from 11/30

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Eagles win again, Sixers lose again, Jeff Kerr & more! 2:52:20

7M ago2:52:20

2:52:20

Rob Ellis and Tom Kelly, who is in for Mike Sielski, break down the Eagles win over the Commanders and the floundering Sixers after another disappointing effort in Orlando. Plus, Jeff Kerr of CBS Sports joins the show to discuss all things Philadelphia sports.

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How Choosing the Best Food for Your Dog Can Add Years to Their Life & The Problem with The Legacy Pet Food Market with Terri Rockovich, Co-Founder & CEO of Jinx 58:55

8M ago58:55

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Thank you to our Partner –– Propeller Industries https://www.propellerindustries.com/ Propeller Industries is the leading strategic finance and accounting partner for venture-stage companies. Thank you Jerry Staub for the intro to our guest today is Terri Rockovich, Founder & CEO of Jinx. Jinx is a dog food brand that offers premium kibble, homemad…

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Eagles-Cowboys, Sixers, Todd Archer, Billy Lange & more! 2:43:11

8M ago2:43:11

2:43:11

Rob and Mike's full show from 11/9

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Joel Embiid, Sixers mess, Eagles-Jags, Zach Berman & more! 2:39:52

8M ago2:39:52

2:39:52

Rob Ellis and Mike Sielski break down the Joel Embiid fiasco and the Sixers as a whole. Plus, Eagles talk leading into the Jaguars game as Zach Berman joins the show.

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Joel Embiid, Eagles-Bengals, Glen's Return & more! 2:33:39

8M ago2:33:39

2:33:39

Rob Ellis and Mike Sielski discuss the Sixers recent debacle involving Joel Embiid's health and the upcoming Eagles-Bengals game. Plus, Glen Macnow returns to the air for the first time since his retirement as he joins Rob and Mike in studio.

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Eagles-Giants, Phillies offseason, Pat Leonard, Jimmy Kempski and more! 2:08:40

8M ago2:08:40

2:08:40

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How He Went From the Music Industry to VC, Investing in Tech vs. Brands, and When Down Rounds Make Sense with Jon Keidan 57:21

8M ago57:21

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n this episode with Jonathan Keidan, founder of Torch Capital, we dive into his journey from talent management in the music industry to early-stage venture capital. Jonathan shares how nurturing emerging artists parallels supporting founders, offering unique insights into spotting potential and overcoming challenges in both fields. He reveals key l…

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Phillies takeaways, Eagles-Browns, David Murphy, EJ Smith & more! 2:25:39

9M ago2:25:39

2:25:39

Rob Ellis and Mike Sielski discuss the Phillies NLDS loss to the Mets and the Eagles facing the Browns as they return from the bye. Plus, David Murphy and EJ Smith of the Philadelphia Inquirer join to discuss the Phils and the Birds

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Red October, Phils-Mets Rivalry, Todd Zolecki & more! 1:51:04

9M ago1:51:04

1:51:04

Rob Ellis and Mike Sielski discuss the Phillies-Mets NLDS and the two rivals meeting for the first time in the postseason. Plus, Phils' beat writer Todd Zolecki joins the show to break down the matchup.

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Eagles-Bucs, Ranger Suarez strggles, Tom McCarthy & more! 2:32:03

9M ago2:32:03

2:32:03

Rob Ellis and Mike Sielski discuss the Eagles matchup with the Buccaneers on Sunday and the prolonged struggles of Phillies starting pitcher Ranger Suarez. Plus, Phils' play by play announcer Tom McCarthy joins the show to discuss the outlook of the team heading into the postseason.

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The Future of Gaming: Game Economies, New Business Models, Gamification, Blockchain Technology & AI Innovation with Brian Cho, Co-Founder of Patron 57:00

9M ago57:00

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In this episode with Brian Cho, co-founder and general partner at Patron, we explore the intricacies of the gaming world's future. From the complexities of cross-currency games to the delicate balance of control and user flexibility within game economies, Brian offers his invaluable perspective. We delve into the sustainability of centralized model…

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Phillies-Mets, Eagles takeaways, Best Philly Sports moments & more! 2:32:11

9M ago2:32:11

2:32:11

Rob Ellis, alongside Tom Kelly filling in for Mike Sielski, discuss the Phillies series opening loss to the Mets and the outlook of the Eagles going into Week 2. Plus, what are your favorite Philadelphia sports moments.

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The Evolution of Premium Products in Mainstream Retail with Marcel Bens, CEO of Emil Capital Partners 50:41

10M ago50:41

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Today, we're diving into the secrets of successful early-stage investments in North American consumer brands with Marcel Bens, CEO of Emil Capital. In this episode, Marcel shares the unique strategy of Emil Capital’s hybrid venture firm, with its sharp focus on 'better-for-you' products and how it bridges the critical investment gap between angel i…

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