Episode 43 - Bit.Trip Running With Pirates

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In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Srikant Vasan, founder and managing partner of Avesta Fund, to explore early-stage investing focused on climate change and economic opportunity. Srikant shares his unique perspective shaped by his experience as a founder, operator, and investor, including lessons learned from Techstars and other venture ecosystems. The conversation delves into Avesta Fund’s investment approach, emphasizing portfolio construction, managing cognitive biases, and the importance of diverse expert input. Srikant also discusses the challenges and opportunities within climate tech sectors such as grid modernization, clean data centers, and sustainable transportation. Listeners will gain a comprehensive understanding of how Avesta balances impact with financial returns, collaborates with corporate partners, and navigates the complexities of investment horizons. Additionally, Srikant reflects on his eclectic career journey—from corporate consulting and startup success to philanthropic investing—and offers valuable leadership advice for entrepreneurs. This episode provides a thorough look at building a purpose-driven investment fund that aims to generate positive change while delivering solid returns. Learn more about Srikant's work at https://www.avesta.fund/ Connect with Srikant on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/srikantvasan/ Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply at https://finstratmgmt.com/innovators-investors-podcast/ Want to learn more about Kristian Marquez's work? Check out his website at https://finstratmgmt.com…

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In this episode of the GGN Podcast Jimmy, Eric, Marcus and Greg discuss games. Imagine that. Topics include Ghost Recon Online, Bit.Trip Runner 2, Metal Gear Rising, Crysis, God of War, Anodyne and F-Zero. The crew also discuss this weeks big news, the reveal of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag.

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Episode 43 - Bit.Trip Running With Pirates

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Episode 57 - The Last of Us 2:03:52

12 years ago2:03:52

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In this weeks episode; Jimmy, Mike and Trevor do their best to stray away from E3 talk as they discuss: The Last of Us, Defiance, Expedition Conquistador, Remember Me, Assassin's Creed and much more!

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Episode 56 - Lighting The FUSE on Next Gen Dick Jokes 2:17:34

12 years ago2:17:34

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In this weeks pre-E3 madness show, the crew discuss a wide range of topics including: FUSE, Night of The Rabbit, Hotline Miami, The Last of Us, Next-Gen predictions and more!

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Episode 55 - The Crew get X-boned 1:50:03

12 years ago1:50:03

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In this weeks episode, the crew are still in a tizzy over the Xbox One reveal. Don't worry, we do discuss some other topics such as Trevor's trip to L.A. and how he may or may not have hooked up with a prostitute, Greg's thoughts on Resident Evil and Jimmy takes on the wild west in Call of Juarez: Gunslinger. Through all of this, Jr. Beard plays League of Legends while podcasting.…

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Xbox One Reveal Reaction Podcast 37:17

12 years ago37:17

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In this special podcast, Jimmy, Mike, Eric and Jovan talk about the Xbox One reveal event and what Microsoft did well and not so well. Did the guys like what they saw? Listen to find out and stay in touch with the Spiderduck Network for all your Xbox One news.

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Episode 54 - Pre-Xbox Event Shenanigans

12 years ago

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In this week's proper episode of the GGN podcast, the guys discuss Metro: Last Light, Halo 4, Forza and more. The real meat and potatoes of this weeks show is all about the consoles. Present and moving on. I think a few punches were thrown.

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Episode 53 - Way too Many Guys Discuss The Most Influential Games of This Generation 3:00:00

12 years ago3:00:00

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In this weeks podcast, a grand total of six people gather and talk some nonsense. We talk about some games and gaming news (with the usual wrestling/comic talk). But we have a lengthy discussion on what may be the most influential games of this generation and some of our personal favorites.

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Episode #52: A Bunch of Rogue Warriors Try to Tame the Blood Dragons 2:18:40

12 years ago2:18:40

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In this week's episode, the crew discuss a bunch of indie games as well as Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon. We also discuss all the latest in gaming news including EA making Star Wars games, Metal Gear, Grand Theft Auto V and more! If you have any questions for the show please fill out the form below! Name * First Name Last Name Email Address * Subject * Message * Thank you!…

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Trevor & Eric's Origin Story 1:33:27

12 years ago1:33:27

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Hey guys, Trevor and Eric did an Origin Story, an Issue #0 if you will talking about themselves, the website, and what it means to them. They talk about their passion for making it and what you can expect to see in the future from us. This is a raw unedited podcast where we delve deep into some straight talk. Hope you enjoy, and we will be doing this again in the future once we figure out a name for it.…

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Indie Luchador Vs. Nicolae Berbece from Those Awesome Guys. Designer and Artist of Concerned Joe. OLE! 43:13

12 years ago43:13

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It's not everyday that you meet somebody as cool as Nicolae Berbece, but when you do, you know they are something special. In this interview we get a chance to learn a little bit more about Concerned Joe, Nicholae's inspirations, and a metric assload more.

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Episode 51 - Lego City: Riptide in Pandora's Tower 1:53:26

12 years ago1:53:26

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In this weeks episode the crew discuss a hand full of game such as: Lego City, Dead Island: Riptide, Pandora's Tower, Thomas Was Alone and others. They also discuss this weeks biggest news including: Respawn Entertainment, People Skipping E3, Next Xbox, Always Online and many more. Email us your questions for the podcast at galacticgamingnews@gmail.com…

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Indie Luchador vs. Klei Entertainment Round 2 (Corey Rollins) OLE! 43:46

12 years ago43:46

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Once again, another big thank you to Klei Entertainment. In the series of 3 interviews that is being conducted with Klei, Corey Rollins tells about his journey from games journalism to becoming the Community Manager for Klei. This is a great view into what it is like at Klei, what is coming up, and how one man has turned a grind into a dream job.…

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Indie Luchador - Klei Interview 49:11

12 years ago49:11

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We would like to thank Klei Entertainment for allowing us to do this interview. Sometimes a person can know so much about something and then learn some really cool and exclusive information that can knock the mask right off of their head.

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Episode 50 - We Celebrate 50 Episodes by Wrestling A Luchador 2:45:38

12 years ago2:45:38

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In episode #50 of the GGN Podcast, the guys welcome back Eric Lee....errr, I mean, The Indie Luchador! We discuss a wide range of topics including indie games, Injustice, Borderlands 2, Pandora's Tower and more. Check out the Official Galactic Gaming News Website! Like GGN on Facebook . Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes and Stitcher Radio. Email us any questions: galacticgamingnews@gmail.com Check out the Indie Luchador!…

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Episode 49 - We Step Into the Wondrous World of Osz 1:54:09

12 years ago1:54:09

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In this weeks episode the guys welcome in yet another new member and have some big announcements regarding GGN. We also discuss Defiance, Bioshock, RetroCity Rampage, NeoGeo, and the next-gen systems. Email us your questions at: galacticgamingnews@gmail.com Visit GGN at our new home! www.galacticgamingnews.com Like GGN on Facebook ! Subscribe to us on iTunes and Stitcher Radio!…

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Episode 48 - Double The Pleasure, Double The Fun, Double The Greg! 1:18:54

12 years ago1:18:54

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In this weeks episode, GGN welcomes a new member to the family and he just so happens to also be named Greg! We discuss GGN, Tomb Raider, Zombies, Dead Space, Bioshock, Goldeneye, Wii U, LucasArts, War Z and more! Can Jimmy handle two Gregs? Email us your questions at: galacticgamingnews@gmail.com Like our Facebook ! Subscribe to our Youtube for gameplay videos. And as always subscribe to us on iTunes and Stitcher Radio.…

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Episode 47 - Half Naked Ladies, Bioshock Infinite and the End of an Era 2:15:03

12 years ago2:15:03

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In episode #47, the guys discuss some Bioshock: Infinite, Need for Speed, Mass Effect DLC, DLC Quest and some weird game game Eric tried out that involves some barely clothed females. We also touch on Square-Enix and Wii U third party support. We also get a email from a listener and talk about cereal choices and Zombi U. Also, our long time editor Jovan St. Lawrence has also decided to pursue a career in e-sports. You can follow him on Twitter and get updates as to what he is doing.…

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Episode 46 - Do We Have the Survival Instinct to Survive EA? 3:12:42

12 years ago3:12:42

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In this weeks episode, the guys discuss some hot indie titles, Lego City Undercover, fighting games and The Walking Dead Survival Instinct. During the break, Eric sits down with Nicklas Nygren (Nifflas), the creator of Knytt Underground and discusses the many aspects of Knytt Underground and what was behind some of the design choices. In the second half, the crew discusses a lot of news and they have an interesting debate about EA that can only be settled by way of a steel cage match. More information about Nifflas and his games can be found here.…

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Special: MegaDev Interview 1:27:41

12 years ago1:27:41

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In this special interview session, Jimmy and Eric sit down with Mike, Nick and Jon from MegaDev, the developers behind Super House of Dead Ninjas. We discuss Super House of Dead Ninjas, indie games, state of the industry and more! You can check out MegaDev on their Facebook , Twitter and Official Website . You can purchase Super House of Dead Ninjas on Steam .…

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Episode 45 - The Mass Effect of GGN 2:37:36

12 years ago2:37:36

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In episode #45 of the GGN Podcast, the guys talk about Star Craft, Mass Effect, Saints Row 4 and the origins of Galactic Gaming News and future plans. Oh, and also BATMAN!

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Special: Nifflas Interview 1:05:35

12 years ago1:05:35

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In this special episode of the Galactic Gaming News podcast, Eric Lee Lewis and Greg Livingston speak with Nicklas Nygren (otherwise known as Nifflas), the creator of Knytt Stories and NightSky. He talks about his method for creating games, what it's like to be an indie game developer, and the magic bestowed upon his beard. He's also recently released Knytt Underground , and you can find its Steam Greenlight page here .…

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Episode 44 - We Raid Some Tombs in Hopes of Fixing the City’s Servers 2:37:36

13 years ago2:37:36

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In this week’s episode of the GGN Podcast, the guys discuss some Tomb Raider, Super House of Dead Ninjas, and Castlevania. We also discuss SimCity and its disastrous launch and who is really to blame. We also discuss the upcoming Dead Space DLC and why it’s making some of us angry.

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13 years ago2:46:55