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Economic Predictions
Equity Crowdfunding
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Residential Real Estate
Industrial Real Estate
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IPO
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Smart Humans explores the world of alternative investments. From Venture to Collectibles, NFTs to Real Estate, Art to Debt and beyond - we discuss a new world of investment opportunities and the catalysts that impact their demand. Join our host Slava Rubin as he talks with entrepreneurs, investors and thought leaders across the diverse ecosystem. Any data, text, or other content on this page is pr... more

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Dr. Nicole Paulk is the CEO, Founder, and President of Siren Biotechnology and has dedicated her career to advancing the field of gene therapy. With nearly two decades of expertise, Nicole has been at the forefront of developing cutting-edge advances... more

Mark Klein is the Chairman, President, and CEO of SuRo Capital, a publicly traded investment fund that seeks to invest in high-growth, venture-backed private companies. A director of Learneo (formerly Course Hero) since 2020, Mr. Klein is also a curr... more

Blake Hughes is currently Managing Director at InfraHub Compute and Vice President of Investment Sales at NexGen Cloud.

Originally recorded on 4/22/25

Slava Rubin of Vincent, Josh Kampel of Worth Media, and Jan-Erik Asplund, co-founder of Sacra, discussed how investors should approach the emerging AI ecosystem and its most promising companies.

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Recent Guests

Marcelo Ballvé
A representative from Sacra discussing Stripe's pre-IPO status and growth.
Sacra
Episode: Smart Humans: 2025 Pre-IPO Briefing on Stripe with Sacra's Marcelo Ballvé
Christine Healey
Founder and CEO of Healey Pre-IPO
Healey Pre-IPO
Episode: Smart Humans: HEALEY PRE-IPO’s Christine Healey on investing in pre-IPO Tech Unicorns in today’s market
James Altucher
Entrepreneur, investor, podcaster, and author
Episode: Smart Humans: Entrepreneur James Altucher on becoming a successful investor, the impact of AI on the economy, and the future of crypto
Nick Tommarello
Co-founder and CEO of Wefunder
Wefunder
Episode: Smart Humans: Wefunder CEO Nick Tommarello on the evolution of crowdfunding, the importance of community investing, and democratizing startup investing
Mike Silvestrini
Co-founder and managing partner of Energea
Energea
Episode: Smart Humans: Energea's Mike Silvestrini on the renewable energy sector and the evolution of solar energy investments
Bob Elliott
Founder and CEO of Unlimited, former macro economist and classically trained botanist
Unlimited
Episode: Smart Humans: Unlimited's CEO Bob Elliott on the current economic landscape and making hedge fund strategies accessible to everyone.
Harold Hofer
Co-founder and CEO of Alture Funds
Alture Funds
Episode: Smart Humans: Alture Funds' CEO Harold Hofer on the evolution of alternative investing and the importance of yield and diversification
Louisa Klouda
CEO and founder of Fenchurch Legal
Fenchurch Legal
Episode: Smart Humans: Fenchurch Legal's CEO and founder Louisa Klouda on the world of litigation finance and the opportunities it presents for investors
Kyle Reidhead
Co-owner of Milk Road, a crypto media company.
Milk Road
Episode: Smart Humans: Milk Road's Kyle Reidhead on the crypto space, the importance of stablecoins, and his predictions for the market.

Host

Slava Rubin
Host of discussions on various aspects of alternative investments and investment trends, engaging guests from diverse backgrounds including entrepreneurs and finance professionals.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Awesome podcast!

    This podcast is an incredible resource for all things innovative alternative investments of today! Slava is a knowledgeable and skilled host and each of his conversations with guests is super relevant and informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maddie@podcastingyou
    United States3 years ago
  • Great info!

    As a newish investor I found this podcasts to give me a ton of new information with most topics being on point for what is important to me in the current market!!! Can’t wait for more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jxbbekosihbgn
    United States4 years ago
  • dr. cios

    i don’t know anything about crypto but i loved the mary-catherine lader episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dr. cios
    United States4 years ago
  • Great stuff!

    Interesting conversations, sort of like How I Built This but for the alternative investments

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    d_ramoray
    United States4 years ago
  • Brilliance.

    I’m already feeling smarter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lanishin
    United States4 years ago

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Audiences often find the podcast informative and beneficial for understanding complex financial topics, suggesting its appeal to both seasoned investors and newcomers.
Listeners appreciate the relevant content concerning alternative investments and the knowledgeable hosting style, which provides valuable insights into investment opportunities.
Many reviews highlight the engaging discussions with expert guests, reinforcing the perception of high-quality information exchange.

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Smart Humans: EquityZen's CEO Atish Davda on the evolving landscape of pre-IPO investing and the hottest sectors in the space
Q: What are your predictions for the stock market in the next 12 months?
Davda predicts the stock market will be up 15% in the next year, maintaining a bullish outlook amidst current uncertainties.
Smart Humans: EquityZen's CEO Atish Davda on the evolving landscape of pre-IPO investing and the hottest sectors in the space
Q: What is your investment philosophy?
Davda describes himself as a buy-and-hold investor, emphasizing the need for a diversified portfolio that includes alternatives and experimental investments.
Smart Humans: EquityZen's CEO Atish Davda on the evolving landscape of pre-IPO investing and the hottest sectors in the space
Q: What do you think about the upcoming IPO markets?
Atish Davda feels optimistic about the IPO markets, predicting a surge in public offerings, especially in AI and defense sectors.
Smart Humans: Unlimited's CEO Bob Elliott on the current economic landscape and making hedge fund strategies accessible to everyone.
Q: What's your view on Bitcoin?
Elliott clarifies he doesn't hold Bitcoin, as it doesn't align with traditional macroeconomic dynamics.
Smart Humans: Unlimited's CEO Bob Elliott on the current economic landscape and making hedge fund strategies accessible to everyone.
Q: What products does Unlimited offer?
Bob outlines the HFND and HFGM products, designed to give investors access to hedge fund strategies at lower costs with daily liquidity and transparency.

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Exploring the realms of alternative investments, this show covers a diverse range of topics including venture capital, real estate, cryptocurrencies, collectibles, and more. Each episode features engaging discussions with entrepreneurs, investors, and thought leaders who share insights and strategies that can help listeners navigate the evolving investment landscape. Notably, the content is geared towards those interested in innovative investment opportunities and offers valuable perspectives on market trends, economic factors, and the unique challenges facing various asset classes.

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2. Christine Healey
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7. Harold Hofer
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