In this conversation, Dr. Caley Shukalek highlights the challenges of providing quality care while scaling a business, the role of healthcare providers in HIV prevention, and the significance of Pride Month as both a celebration and a call for action. Dr. Shukalek also outlines the various services offered by PurposeMed, including Freddie for sexua…

In this episode, we interview Ben Waldman, Founder of Gander, a new social media platform that is Canadian. This conversation explores the importance of digital sovereignty for Canada, the entrepreneurial spirit in the country, and the innovative features that Gander aims to implement to create a safe and enjoyable online environment. The post A Vi…

James Holland is a historian specializing in World War II. He hosts a podcast called WW2 Pod: We Have Ways of Making You Talk. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: https://lexfridman.com/sponsors/ep470-sc See below for timestamps, transcript, and to give feedback, submit questions, contact Lex, etc. Transcript: https://lexfridman.com/j…

Oliver Anthony is singer-songwriter who first gained worldwide fame with his viral hit Rich Men North of Richmond. He became a voice for many who are voiceless, with many of his songs speaking to the struggle of the working class in modern American life. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: https://lexfridman.com/sponsors/ep469-sc See …

Dallas Barnes is the Founder of Reya Health, a digital platform aimed at empowering individuals with ovaries to take charge of their sexual health. Dallas shares her personal journey of navigating the challenges of contraceptive counseling and the stigma surrounding sexual health. The conversation explores the importance of community, asking the ri…

In this conversation, Kayla Alexander and Nicole Murphy, co-founders of Tall Size, share their journey of empowering tall women through fashion. They discuss the unique experiences of their pop-up shops, the metrics of their business growth, the importance of partnerships, and how they have transformed their customer base into a supportive communit…

Janna Levin is a theoretical physicist and cosmologist specializing in black holes, cosmology of extra dimensions, topology of the universe, and gravitational waves. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: https://lexfridman.com/sponsors/ep468-sc See below for timestamps, transcript, and to give feedback, submit questions, contact Lex, et…

Bruce Poon Tip, Founder of G Adventures, shares his journey of entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of small businesses in Canada and the transformative power of travel. He discusses the vision behind G Adventures, focusing on community tourism and cultural immersion, and reflects on the resilience required to navigate challenges in the tra…

Tim Sweeney is a legendary video game programmer, founder and CEO of Epic Games that created the Unreal Engine, Fortnite, Gears of War, Unreal Tournament, and many other groundbreaking and influential video games. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: https://lexfridman.com/sponsors/ep467-sc See below for timestamps, transcript, and to …

TIMESTAMPS IN DESCRIPTION BELOW Rick Spence is a historian and retired University of Idaho professor specializing in espionage, true crime, he occult, and secret societies. #cia #podcast #story Rick’s Links: https://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/richard-b-spence https://www.youtube.com/@StrangeAsItSeemsPodcast/ Show Sponsors: * Upgrade your wallet to…

Jeffrey Wasserstrom is a historian of modern China. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: https://lexfridman.com/sponsors/ep466-sc See below for timestamps, transcript, and to give feedback, submit questions, contact Lex, etc. Transcript: https://lexfridman.com/jeffrey-wasserstrom-transcript CONTACT LEX: Feedback – give feedback to Lex:…

In this episode, Rick Spence interviews Maiden Manzanal-Frank, author and consultant who specializes in strategy, change, and impact. Maiden discusses the importance of entrepreneurs as change makers, the meaning of being a provocateur in business, and her journey in international development. We also talk about the need for strategic thinking over…

Robert Rodriguez is a legendary filmmaker and creator of Sin City, El Mariachi, Desperado, Spy Kids, Machete, From Dusk Till Dawn, Alita: Battle Angel, The Faculty, and his newest venture Brass Knuckle Films. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: https://lexfridman.com/sponsors/ep465-sc See below for timestamps, transcript, and to give …

In this episode, we speak to Sarah and Jamie of Where I Thrive. They share insights on hiring practices and reflect on their experiences, including the lessons learned from their unsuccessful cafe venture. We focus on the importance of knowing when to quit, the dynamics of decision-making in partnerships, and the significance of taking responsibili…

Dave Smith is a comedian, libertarian, political commentator, and the host of Part of the Problem podcast. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: https://lexfridman.com/sponsors/ep464-sc See below for timestamps, transcript, and to give feedback, submit questions, contact Lex, etc. Transcript: https://lexfridman.com/dave-smith-transcript…

Victoria Morton is the co-founder of TSwift Dance Party Canada. In this episode, Victoria shares her journey of creating a unique event business centered around Taylor Swift’s music. Victoria emphasizes the joy and safety of their events, the significance of maintaining authenticity in a competitive market, and the operational strategies that have …

In this episode of the Startup Women podcast, we speak with Rashmi Prakash and Nadia Ladak, two innovative leaders in the menstrual health space. They discuss their journeys in creating Aruna Revolution and Marlow, the challenges they face in securing investment, and the importance of community building and education around menstrual health. Watch …

Douglas Murray is the author of On Democracies and Death Cults, The War on The West, and The Madness of Crowds. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: https://lexfridman.com/sponsors/ep463-sc See below for timestamps, transcript, and to give feedback, submit questions, contact Lex, etc. Transcript: https://lexfridman.com/douglas-murray-2…

TIMESTAMPS IN DESCRIPTION BELOW Sean Langan is an award-winning British war journalist and documentary filmmaker, best known for his work in dangerous and volatile environments. In 2008, he was kidnapped by the Taliban for 3 months when making a film about their training camps. In this interview, we dive deep into his kidnapping, and other projects…

Ezra Klein is one of the most influential voices representing the left-wing of American politics. He is a columnist for the NY Times and host of The Ezra Klein Show. Derek Thompson is a writer at The Atlantic and host of the Plain English podcast. Together they have written a new book titled Abundance that lays out a set of ideas for the future of …

ThePrimeagen (aka Michael Paulson) is a programmer who has educated, entertained, and inspired millions of people to build software and have fun doing it. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: https://lexfridman.com/sponsors/ep461-sc See below for timestamps, and to give feedback, submit questions, contact Lex, etc. CONTACT LEX: Feedbac…

In this episode of the Startup Woman podcast, Lori Casselman discusses her journey in launching June Health, a digital health platform focused on supporting midlife women through perimenopause and menopause. She shares insights on the unique challenges women face during this transition, the spectrum of symptoms that can arise, and the importance of…

Narendra Modi is the Prime Minister of India. On YouTube this episode is available in English, Hindi, Russian (and soon other languages). Captions and voice-over audio tracks are provided (for the main episode video on YouTube) in English, Hindi, Russian, and the original mixed-language version, with subtitles available in your preferred language. …

In this episode, hosts Kayla Isabelle and Melanie Ewan welcome Ella Farlinger and Serina Ahmad, the co-founders of trusti, a platform aimed at making STI testing more accessible and stigma-free. The conversation explores the founders’ backgrounds, the vision behind trusti, the challenges of sexual health education, insights into the FemTech ecosyst…

In this conversation, Rachel Bartholomew, founder of Femtech Canada and Hyivy Health, shares her personal journey through cancer diagnosis and treatment, which inspired her to innovate in women’s health technology. She discusses the growth of Femtech Canada, its international collaborations, and the current state of the Femtech ecosystem in Canada.…

TIMESTAMPS IN DESCRIPTION BELOW Mariana van Zeller is an award-winning correspondent and investigative journalist, and the host & executive producer of National Geographic’s Emmy Award-winning series Trafficked with Mariana van Zeller. The show, now in its fifth season, is an unprecedented and nuanced look at global black markets and trafficking ne…

In this episode, Kelian Clark, of Rain Gear Pro, shares the story behind the brand, how they have built loyal and committed customers, and where they are growing into in the future. The post Resilient and Ready: The Rain Gear Pro Story with Keilan Clark first appeared on Startup Canada.By Rick Spence

John Kiriakou served 15 years in the CIA as a Case Officer and as CIA's Head of Counterterrorism Operations in Pakistan, where he lead the raid that captured Abu Zubaydah. In this interview, we discuss 2 things: the latest on the government buyouts that have been offered to the entirety of the CIA workforce, and the unclassified email sent by CIA t…

In this conversation, Rick Spence speaks to Brenda Dragon, Founder of Aurora Heat, in the Northwest Territories. Made from beaver fur, Brenda’s business emphasizes the value of Indigenous entrepreneurship in promoting environmental responsibility. Listeners, Brenda and her team have generously created a code for you to shop with. Use STARTUPCAN and…

Jeremy Lang, Founder of Pela Cases and Co-Founder of Lomi, shares insights on the importance of celebrating small wins in entrepreneurship, his journey into sustainability, and the innovative products he has developed, including compostable phone cases and the Lomi food waste recycling system. The post Courage and Impact: Building Eco-Friendly Bran…

Andrea Welling, Regional Director for British Columbia at Futurpreneur, discusses the vital role of mentorship and financial support for young entrepreneurs. She explains how Futurpreneur provides resources, including loans up to $75,000, to help diverse entrepreneurs overcome barriers to starting their businesses. The post Supported and Funded Bus…

Dylan Patel is the founder of SemiAnalysis, a research & analysis company specializing in semiconductors, GPUs, CPUs, and AI hardware. Nathan Lambert is a research scientist at the Allen Institute for AI (Ai2) and the author of a blog on AI called Interconnects. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: https://lexfridman.com/sponsors/ep459…

Marc Andreessen is an entrepreneur, investor, co-creator of Mosaic, co-founder of Netscape, and co-founder of the venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: https://lexfridman.com/sponsors/ep458-sc See below for timestamps, transcript, and to give feedback, submit questions, contact Lex, etc. Transcr…

TIMESTAMPS IN DESCRIPTION BELOW Jack Barsky is a former KGB Sleeper Agent who spied on the United States from 1978 to 1988. Exposed after the Cold War, he became a resource for U.S. Counterintelligence Agencies and was allowed to remain in the United States. #story #podcast #spy Jack's Links: https://www.skool.com/spychology/ https://jackbarsky.com…

In this episode, Matt Cohen, Founder and CEO of PlaySpace, a digital health platform focused on improving mental health care for children, discusses the evolution of therapy from in-person sessions to virtual environments, emphasizing the importance of engaging children in therapy through play. The post Can Technology Transform Mental Health Care f…

Jennifer Burns is a historian of ideas, focusing on the evolution of economic, political, and social ideas in the United States in the 20th century. She wrote two biographies, one on Milton Friedman, and the other on Ayn Rand. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: https://lexfridman.com/sponsors/ep457-sc See below for timestamps, transc…