Best Dna Computing Podcasts (2025)

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How do we tell what's real and what's not, when the internet is flooded with AI slop? 29:35

2d ago29:35

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Do you think you can tell the difference between what's real and what's made by AI? What about writing? Or even music? More AI-generated content is making its way into what we hear, read, and write and it's getting harder and harder to tell the difference. And when we can't tell who's making the things we consume, we can't tell their intentions beh…

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Navigating the Complexities of Venture and Growth Equity Deals: Insights from Norton Rose Fulbright 37:33

1d ago37:33

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In this insightful episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Anastasia Slivker, partner at global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright, to explore the evolving landscape of venture capital and growth equity investments. Anastasia shares her unique global perspective on the challenges and opportunities companies a…

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Fossils and Feathers: Rethinking What We Know About Dinosaurs 36:48

3d ago36:48

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Tim and Syma talk to dinosaur expert, Roger Benson, from the American Museum of Natural History. They learn why there were no small dinosaurs, how the animals lived their lives, and why they are relevant today. Interested in #T.Rex #Diplodocus or #Velociraptor? This is the episode for you. Our sponsor for this episode is Grace and Garbo! Thank you.…

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Molecular Programming Decadal Flightplan: Panel on collaboration, part 2 47:02

4d ago47:02

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Our sister organization, the Molecular Programming Society, is organizing a Decadal Flightplan Initiative, gathering researchers from across molecular programming in Seattle next week to sketch out what the next 10 years of the field could look like. They'll be thinking about what types of research should be done, what technology we need to develop…

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Molecular Programming Decadal Flightplan: Panel on collaboration, part 1 1:05:32

4d ago1:05:32

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Our sister organization, the Molecular Programming Society, is organizing a "Decadal Flightplan Initiative", gathering researchers from across molecular programming in Seattle next week to sketch out what the next 10 years of the field could look like. They'll be thinking about what types of research should be done, what technology we need to devel…

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Revolutionizing Application Security: Transforming Risk Management and Facilitating Startup Success 44:25

4d ago44:25

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In this insightful episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast hosted by Kristian Marquez, we sit down with Greg Martin, CEO and co-founder of Ghost Security, to explore groundbreaking advancements in application security. Greg shares how Ghost Security’s innovative AI-driven agentic model is revolutionizing risk management by continuously identi…

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ALEC BALDWIN SHOOTING CASE: MURDER, MANSLAUGHTER OR MISTAKE? 12:24

5d ago12:24

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Episode Summary: A detailed breakdown of the Alec Baldwin "Rust" shooting case, examining both criminal and civil aspects. Dan Geherin provides expert analysis on involuntary manslaughter charges, discovery violations, and prosecutorial ethics. The episode explores the distinction between voluntary and involuntary manslaughter, mens rea in criminal…

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EP 19 - Why Most Companies Fail at Cybersecurity in 2025: AI, Phishing & Human Error Explained 4:48

5d ago4:48

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Modern threats are evolving faster than many organizations can adapt. In this opening episode, John Paladino outlines why security fundamentals like 2FA are still being overlooked — and how that leaves businesses vulnerable. Learn how AI, human error, and global risk are changing the threat landscape, and why traditional approaches like phishing …

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Bridging Pediatric Mental Health Gaps: The Hybrid Care Model with Blackbird Health 38:01

5d ago38:01

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In this insightful episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Dr. Matt Keener, co-founder of Blackbird Health, to explore innovative solutions in pediatric mental health care. Dr. Keener discusses the fragmented and confusing landscape families face when seeking mental health support for their children, high…

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821: Illuminating the Quantum Physics of Ultracold Atoms - Dr. Chad Orzel 40:20

6d ago40:20

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Dr. Chad Orzel is the R. Gordon Gould Associate Professor of Physics at Union College. He is also author of the popular science books How to Teach Physics to Your Dog, How to Teach Relativity to Your Dog, Eureka: Discovering Your Inner Scientist, and the soon-to-be-released book Breakfast with Einstein: The Exotic Physics of Everyday Objects. In ad…

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Unlocking Multifamily Real Estate Success: Direct Investment Strategies and Insights with Veritas Equity Partners 41:43

2d ago41:43

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In this insightful episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Alex Burch, partner at Veritas Equity Partners, to explore multifamily real estate investing in Washington state. Alex shares the firm’s strategic focus on workforce housing in tertiary markets near Seattle, emphasizing direct ownership in specifi…

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With 9,000 new layoffs at Microsoft, is AI set to change the gaming industry forever? 29:36

9d ago29:36

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In recent years, like many other big technology firms, Microsoft has refocused its business towards developing AI, and this week the firm has announced it's slashing 9,000 jobs. A large chunk of these jobs are coming from its Xbox video gaming unit, with successful and longstanding titles like Elder Scrolls and Forza Motorport in the firing line. W…

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Hedge Venture Capital: Innovating Risk Management in Early-Stage Investing with Fuel Venture Capital 44:11

9d ago44:11

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In this insightful episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Maggie Vo, Managing Partner and Chief Investment Officer at Fuel Venture Capital, to explore a groundbreaking approach to venture investing called “hedge venture.” Maggie shares her unique journey from a global hedge fund manager to a venture capi…

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New antibiotics are needed to change the game. 21:45

10d ago21:45

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Syma gives the second annual Ibn Sina lecture in Bradford City Hall. The event was hosted by the Muslim Institute and the Lord Mayor of Bradford. She discusses her work on using computer simulations to understand how harmful bacteria protect themselves. It is important we understand how they do this, so we can thwart them with new antibiotics. To v…

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Revolutionizing Education: AI, Lifelong Learning, and Global EdTech Insights with Owl Ventures 45:13

10d ago45:13

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In this insightful episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Amit Patel, Managing Director at Owl Ventures, to explore the rapidly evolving landscape of education technology. Amit shares Owl Ventures’ unique investment thesis focused exclusively on EdTech companies spanning early learning, K-12, higher educ…

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Backing Grit and Innovation: Inside HG Ventures’ Unique Corporate Venture Model 41:35

11d ago41:35

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In this insightful episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with John Glushik, Managing Director at HG Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm of The Heritage Group. John shares the unique investment thesis that blends the discipline of traditional venture capital with the strategic advantages of a 95-year-…

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Inside Deloitte Ventures: Strategic Corporate VC Insights on Scaling Startups and Vertical AI Trends 34:07

12d ago34:07

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In this insightful episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Jay Crone, Managing Director and Venture Capitalist at Deloitte Ventures, to explore the firm’s strategic approach to corporate venture capital. Jay shares Deloitte Ventures’ investment thesis, focusing on supporting innovative Canadian startups a…

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820: Studying the Molecular Information Cells Use to Move Through Their Environments - Dr. Michelle Starz-Gaiano 36:14

13d ago36:14

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Dr. Michelle Starz-Gaiano is Professor and Chair of Biological Sciences at the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC). Michelle’s research uses fruit flies to examine how cells in the body go to the right place at the right time. Understanding why and how cells use their genetic information to move through the body is critical because if th…

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Investing in Hard Tech for a Sustainable Future with Pangaea Ventures 33:22

13d ago33:22

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In this insightful episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Sarah Applebaum, partner at Pangaea Ventures, a leading hard-tech-focused venture capital firm dedicated to investing in groundbreaking companies that advance planetary health. Sarah shares Pangaea’s unique investment thesis, emphasizing technolog…

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An expert has quit over the government's planned social media ban, what now? 29:35

16d ago29:35

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This week on Download This Show, we're getting up to speed with what on Earth is going on with the teen social media ban. From new standards being announced to experts quitting in protest -- it's proving to be a busy time for the people making decisions about what our teens get to see online. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc…

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Jonathan Amos The Voice Behind BBC Science A Day in the Life 35:42

17d ago35:42

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In This episode Tim & Syma talk to Jonathan Amos - recently retired science correspondent at the BBC. Jon talks us through his fascinating journey falling in love science through exposure to it via journalism and then going to study it more formally. From setting up the BBC website to breaking some of the big science stories - Jon tells his story h…

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Surfing the Waves of Deep Tech: Early-Stage University Research and Startup Formation 44:24

17d ago44:24

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In this compelling episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Keong Chan, Managing Director of Out the Back Ventures, to explore the unique world of early-stage investing in university research and deep tech startups. Keong shares the surfing-inspired origin story behind Out the Back Ventures, symbolizing a …

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Transforming Sales with Traq.ai: A Vision to Make Sales Teams More Effective 41:37

18d ago41:37

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In this insightful episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Adam Rubenstein, co-founder and CEO of Traq.ai, to explore how AI-powered conversational intelligence is transforming sales enablement. Adam shares his entrepreneurial journey, from early ventures through building and selling companies, leading to…

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Investing in AI-Driven B2B SaaS, FinTech, and HealthTech: Inside PS27 Ventures 41:46

19d ago41:46

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In this insightful episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Harry "Hale" Bullen, investment manager at PS27 Ventures, to explore the evolving landscape of venture capital focused on AI-driven investments. Hale shares PS27’s unique thesis emphasizing “sticky plumbing” software embedded deeply within B2B Saa…

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819: Making Great Leaps Studying the Ecology and Evolutionary Biology of Tropical Frogs - Dr. Maureen Donnelly 49:41

20d ago49:41

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Dr. Maureen (Mo) Donnelly is a Professor of Biology and Associate Dean for Graduate Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences at Florida International University (FIU). She is also a Research Associate in the Department of Herpetology at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City. Mo studies amphibians like frogs and toads. These org…

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Early-Stage FinTech Investing: Unpacking Speed, Technical DNA & AI’s Transformative Power 45:53

20d ago45:53

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In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Ryan Falvey, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Restive Ventures, to explore early-stage fintech investing. Ryan shares insights on how Restive Ventures focuses on being the first institutional capital source for technically skilled founders, helping them na…

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How are online tools being used to resist fascism across the globe? 36:43

23d ago36:43

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The apps and online tools that are being used in international political action, Tesla drama and the future of autonomous vehicles, what's going on with AI search engine overviews, and the story behind 40,000 cameras being exposed to the internet. This week on Download This Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Finding the Needle in the Data Haystack: How AI is Revolutionizing Enterprise Decision-Making 37:56

23d ago37:56

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In this insightful episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Vikram Srinivasan, co-founder and CEO of Needl.ai, to explore how AI-driven search technology is transforming enterprise decision-making. Vikram shares the origin story of Needl.ai and its mission to help CXOs, CFOs, and CEOs cut through the overw…

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Life’s Left Turn: The Strange Science Behind Molecular Asymmetry 34:11

24d ago34:11

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Some biological molecules can be left handed or right handed - the sugars that are found in nucleic acids are right handed, whereas 19 of the 20 amino acids that make up proteins are left handed. And intriguingly samples of amino acids found on meteorites such as those brought back from the OSIRIX-REx missing from Bennu were present in mixtures con…

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Investing in Emerging U.S. Markets and Founder-Led Growth with FirstMile Ventures 38:45

24d ago38:45

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In this insightful episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Aaron Stachel, partner at FirstMile Ventures, to explore the emerging startup ecosystems beyond traditional coastal hubs, focusing particularly on Colorado and Texas. Aaron shares the origin story and investment thesis of FirstMile Ventures, a see…

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Bridging Investment and Operations: AJ Dye on Scaling Tech with Vertex Innovations and Unifi Ventures 37:10

25d ago37:10

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In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with AJ Dye, COO of Vertex Innovations and venture partner at Unifi Ventures, to explore the intersection of operations and investment in the technology sector. AJ shares insights on Vertex’s focus on quality management and project execution within the telecom an…

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Connecting Healthcare: Solving Medical Device Fragmentation with R Group 27:52

26d ago27:52

27:52

In this insightful episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Justin Ramsaran, co-founder and CEO of the R Group and VP of Digital Health Solutions at Fukuda Denshi, to explore critical challenges and innovations in healthcare technology. Justin shares his deep expertise on the persistent problem of medical …

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Venture Investing in Mobility + Tech with University of Michigan’s Early-Stage Zell Lurie Commercialization Fund 39:30

27d ago39:30

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In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with David Brem, Managing Director of the University of Michigan’s Zell Lurie Commercialization Fund. David offers a rare glimpse into the inner workings of a student-led endowment fund focused on early-stage, sector-agnostic investments primarily in the Michigan…

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818: Shining Light on the Exciting Capabilities of Quantum Computing - Dr. Mark Saffman 35:07

27d ago35:07

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Dr. Mark Saffman is a Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He received is B.Sc. with honors in Applied Physics from the California Institute of Technology. Mark’s research focuses on quantum computing. He and his colleagues are trying to build a new kind of computer called a quantum computer that can solve …

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Could a new copyright lawsuit from Disney change the way we use AI? 29:36

1M ago29:36

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A lawsuit from the house of mouse, Apple being forced to let you download apps outside the app store, a huge hole in Gmail's data security, plus a world where generative AI is doing critical computer coding. This week on Download This Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Navigating Early-Stage Enterprise AI Investments with BGV 37:36

1M ago37:36

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In this insightful episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast hosted by Kristian Marquez, Yash Hemaraj, General Partner at BGV, shares deep expertise on early-stage venture capital investing in enterprise AI startups. Yash discusses BGV’s investment thesis, emphasizing human-centric AI that augments enterprise workflows with ethical guardrails a…

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The Good the Bad and the Migrant 47:54

1M ago47:54

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Migration is in the news continuously and everyone has an opinion. What does the science of migration reveal? Tim and Syma talk to Ian Goldin, an expert on the pros and cons of migration and migrants. Ian's book: http://oldstreetpublishing.co.uk/100/the-shortest-history-of-migration Do you have any questions you would like to ask Tim and Syma? Drop…

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Mastering Customer Acquisition: Insights from Frances Ann Capital Partners 44:05

1M ago44:05

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In this compelling episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Romy Kochan, General Partner at Frances Ann Capital Partners, to explore a distinctive investment thesis centered on customer acquisition strategies as the primary driver of business growth and venture success. Drawing from over 15 years and 300 t…

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Navigating Venture Debt: Startup Insights from Multiplier Capital 30:43

1M ago30:43

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In this insightful episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Ash Vaidya, Managing Director of Multiplier Capital, to explore the evolving landscape of venture debt and technology investing. Ash shares his firm’s investment focus on mission-critical technology and technology-enabled services businesses that …

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UM FOOTBALL COACH COMPUTER CRIMES SCANDAL 11:06

1M ago11:06

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Episode Summary: A deep dive into the high-profile case of former University of Michigan football defensive coordinator Matt Weiss, who faces 24 federal computer crime charges. Dan Geherin discusses the implications of this case, its impact on the University of Michigan, and the broader landscape of computer crimes in today's digital age. Key Times…

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Revolutionizing Home Remodeling: How VeraAI is Streamlining the Design and Sales Process 36:09

1M ago36:09

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In this insightful episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Andrea Dottillo and Jeff Esposito, co-founders of VeraAI Technologies, to explore how their AI-powered SaaS platform is revolutionizing the remodeling industry. Drawing from Jeff’s 20+ years of experience in remodeling sales and Andrea’s expertise…

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Building Long-Term Success through Operator-Led Investing in AI-Enabled SaaS 34:58

1M ago34:58

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In this insightful episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Jim Curry, co-founder and CEO of BuildGroup, to explore a unique operator-led investment philosophy. Jim shares how their permanent fund focuses on early growth-stage, data-enabled workflow SaaS companies, leveraging deep operational expertise to …

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817: Creating New Cancer Models and Advancing Regenerative Medicine - Dr. Luiz Bertassoni 43:00

1M ago43:00

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Dr. Luiz E. Bertassoni is the founding director of the Knight Cancer Precision Biofabrication Hub and Professor in the Division of Oncological Sciences at the Knight Cancer Institute, where he is also co-section head for Discovery and Translational Oncology. He is also faculty in the Department of Biomedical Engineering, the Cancer Early Detection …

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'Imperial Kitten' vs 'Fancy Bear': how are kooky hacker nicknames causing serious concerns for cybersecurity? 29:35

1M ago29:35

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Why do hackers have weird and wacky non-serious names? And why are British politicians blaming Apple and Google for the rise in phone thefts? Plus, there have been breakthroughs in the world of brain implants, and we break down how and when to use a VPN. This week on Download This Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Unlocking Legacy Systems: Modernizing Mainframes via AI with Mechanical Orchard 43:30

1M ago43:30

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In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Edward Hieatt, Chief Customer Officer and Board Member at Mechanical Orchard, to explore the complex challenge of modernizing legacy mainframe systems that underpin many of today’s largest enterprises. Edward shares the genesis of Mechanical Orchard, a start…

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How did the diversity of life come about? 44:41

1M ago44:41

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This week Tim and Syma talk to Max Telford, author of The Tree of Life: Solving Science's Greatest Puzzle published by John Murray. They explore LUCA, penis worms, and other oddball species. Max's book 'The Tree Of Life' can be found here: https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/max-telford/the-tree-of-life/9781399806374/ Do you have any questions you wo…

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Disrupting Higher Education and Embracing AI at Lumen Learning 41:22

1M ago41:22

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In this insightful episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Kim Thanos, founder and CEO of Lumen Learning—a pioneering company transforming higher education by providing affordable, digital textbook alternatives aimed at increasing student success in critical gateway courses. Kim shares the origin story of…

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Empowering Vehicle Owners: Automotive Data Ownership & Monetization with MyAutoData 50:44

1M ago50:44

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In this insightful episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Manfred Heiss, Founder of MyAutoData and President of MAUD Incorporated, to explore the revolutionary concept of automotive data ownership. Manfred shares his extensive experience from BMW, Oracle, and Hewlett Packard, explaining how his frustrati…

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Revolutionizing Dysphagia Diagnosis: IMAGExRAY’s Technology is Transforming Healthcare 29:03

1M ago29:03

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In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez interviews Jacqui and Steve DIMarco, the CEO and the President of IMAGExRay, about their groundbreaking development of a portable, ultra-low dose radiation x-ray system designed specifically to diagnose and treat dysphagia, a dangerous swallowing disorder. They discuss how…

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Transforming Legacy Industries through Thematic Investment and AI with Jon McLaughlin 44:03

1M ago44:03

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In this insightful episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Jon McLaughlin, managing partner at Emberline and CEO of TBX. Jon shares his unique journey from Wall Street derivatives trading to backpacking around the world, followed by an MBA and deep private equity operational experience. Together, Jon and …

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