Daniel Elixir...John Heller

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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 ecosystem. He shares insights on their unique, founder-first investment approach, how they navigate pre-seed to Series A venture opportunities, and the rigorous due diligence process involving qualitative analysis over pure numbers. David also discusses his roles with global VC networks including Electro Ventures, the London Venture Capital Network, and Level Up Ventures, illustrating how he bridges U.S., European, and Australian venture ecosystems with a special focus on mobility and transportation tech. Highlights include deep dives into emerging trends like eVTOLs (electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft), smart city infrastructure, and safety innovations in aviation technology. Listeners will gain valuable perspectives on how diverse expertise—from military intelligence and management consulting to academic ventures—shapes David’s investment thesis and community-building efforts. The episode also explores the importance of networking, adding value in the startup ecosystem, and practical advice for aspiring investors or entrepreneurs navigating the venture capital world. With stories of successes, challenges, and future outlooks, this episode is a must-listen for innovators, founders, and investors aiming to understand the intersection of academia, technology, and venture capital in today’s dynamic landscape. Learn more about David's work at https://zli.umich.edu/zell-lurie-commercialization-fund/ Connect with David on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-lowell-brem/ 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…

about a year ago 1:55:51

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A couple of fun in studio performances from The Hanukah Jones Band's John Heller and St. Louis singer/songwriter Daniel Elixir. Plus a visit from the guys from Provoke the Colossus, new music from Secular Era and a chat with Jesse from King Theodore Records.

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Daniel Elixir...John Heller

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DJ Kareem 1:55:44

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Awesome performance by (DJ) Kareem along with a few songs from Jay Rector . We also celbrated the 20 year anniversary of Holy Frog's My By Self album. Brand new material, never heard before, from both Kareem and Jay!

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Highway Demon 1:57:44

5 weeks ago1:57:44

1:57:44

Amazing performance in the vinyl room from Columbia-Missouri rockers, Highway Demon . Plus a few from Zawata 's Dylan McCord. We also had a visit from Adam Wilson , AKA, Pepr and a brief chat with Claire from Kansas City's Nightosphere . Great show.

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Hickman Highschool Graduation 1:57:39

6 weeks ago1:57:39

1:57:39

Live remote from our place in Rocheport celebrating the Hickman Highschool 2025 graduates - including my son, Lucas. Live music from Holy Frog, Zawata , Hardy But Hardly , Bartholomew Bean and Robbie Burt . Just awesome.

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Olyssa Herico 2:01:23

8 weeks ago2:01:23

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Real fun show with some great songs from the multi-talented Olyssa Herico . We had a few live ones in the big room and a whole bunch of recorded material. Also visits and a couple songs from both Dick Johnson and Nathan James Bratten, aka Hardy But Hardly .

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Off Grid 1:58:41

10 weeks ago1:58:41

1:58:41

Centralia's Off Grid performed in the big room along with a couple songs from Doc Floyd , Zawata and Kind Kurt. Also a visit from the Dicksmen, a local philanthropic group doing good work for Columbia's less fortunate. The wonderful Aina Cook also dropped by for a quick hello.

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Secular Era 1:51:45

11 weeks ago1:51:45

1:51:45

Rockin' performance from Kirksville based Secular Era . Sherry Wyatt came by and talked with us about the Goldstar Memorial Day Parade . Plus a visit from Dave Angle and a couple songs from him.

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Live from Gumbo Bottoms 2:01:08

12 weeks ago2:01:08

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Awesome live remote broadcast from Gumbo Bottoms Ale House in Jefferson City. Amazing performances from Lucky , Rayce Kendrick , Andy Samson, Sarah Parker , Cowboy Church and Zawata .

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Justin Bloss 1:56:54

14 weeks ago1:56:54

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Outstanding live performance from Tulsa, Oklahoma based Justin Bloss . Plus a phone interview with St. Louis artist, Michael Blakey and a couple songs from Dylan McCord and our own Kind Kurt. Thanks to Andrew Ryan for making the connections.

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Various Artists 1:54:14

16 weeks ago1:54:14

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Chill show with just me, Kind Kurt and C-Lark. A few phone calls and a visit from Jeff Stack for reality check.

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Monsterya...Concannon...Cost of Desire 1:56:20

17 weeks ago1:56:20

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Extremely fun show featuring members of the band, Monsterya , along with a Mike and Steel from Cost of Desire and a phone visit with Concannon manager, Bobby Vestal. Great music from all three bands.

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Inaugural Open Mic at B-Side Records 24:24

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Lifeline...Roux Pop-Ups...Nathan James 1:57:44

19 weeks ago1:57:44

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Reel Fest Takeover with Degrave 1:53:14

20 weeks ago1:53:14

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Brian J 1:58:14

21 weeks ago1:58:14

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The Lemon Settlement 1:54:45

23 weeks ago1:54:45

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Live remote from LVX Lounge. An outstanding live performance from The Lemon Settlement along with a few songs from Dylan McCord , Drew Baxter , The Daves and Kind Kurt.

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The Ex-Gentlemen 1:54:09

24 weeks ago1:54:09

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Various Artists 1:55:21

25 weeks ago1:55:21

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Andrew Ryan...Level and the Square 1:53:53

27 weeks ago1:53:53

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New Years with The Aina Cook Band 1:56:19

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Our annual New Year's Special featuring a wonderful live performance from the Aina Cook Band . Plus more live music from Zawata , Billy Haring , Adam Wilson and Bud McDonald of Provoke the Colossus.

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Outermind 1:54:49

29 weeks ago1:54:49

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Various Artists 1:57:00

31 weeks ago1:57:00

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Super fun show with live performances from our own Kind Kurt, Justin Hickerson and Dylan McCord . Plus phone interviews with Hallam George and Dylan Lewis and a couple songs from both of them. Also a call from our good friend Tavair Dominque .

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Tavair Dominque 2:00:15

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Live Remote: Elephant Foot...Zawata...Kind Kurt 1:59:54

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Live remote from LVX Lounge with music from Elephant Foot , Kind Kurt and Zawata . Awesome.

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Diddy Wah Daddys 1:55:31

36 weeks ago1:55:31

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Tampsen 1:50:53

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Telepathy Club 1:57:33

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DJ Sunbear 1:51:22

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Drew Baxter...Downtown Poetry Club 1:58:42

41 weeks ago1:58:42

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Buds, Blues and BBQ Artists 1:55:46

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Special show featuring music from bands performing at the Inaugural Buds, Blues and BBQ Festival. Includes music from Cedar County Cobras, Foxteeth, Ruby Lane, Zawata, Bad Names, Blake Gardner, Down Side Up, Buddha Blue, The Daves and The Flood Brothers.

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Highway Demon 1:57:43

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Thad Requet 1:54:35

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Various Artists 1:58:27

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Oklahoma Avenue 1:54:08

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Austin Jones...Missile Kids...Zawata 1:54:55

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Robbie Burt 1:49:02

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Adam Wilson...Bummy...Justin Hickerson 1:53:52

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Down Side Up 1:53:31

1 year ago1:53:31

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Jeff Arrigo 1:55:41

1 year ago1:55:41

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Various Artists 1:56:12

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Zawata 1:54:54

1 year ago1:54:54

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The Park 1:55:01

1 year ago1:55:01

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Rich Westmill and the Leghounds 1:53:02

1 year ago1:53:02

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Daniel Elixir...John Heller 1:55:51

1 year ago1:55:51

1:55:51

A couple of fun in studio performances from The Hanukah Jones Band 's John Heller and St. Louis singer/songwriter Daniel Elixir . Plus a visit from the guys from Provoke the Colossus , new music from Secular Era and a chat with Jesse from King Theodore Records .

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Backwater 1:55:56

1 year ago1:55:56

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Dream Squeeze, John Randall, Kurt and Memphis 1:54:46

1 year ago1:54:46