Something Ventured -- Silicon Valley Podcast
Kent LindstromSilicon Valley insider Kent Lindstrom explores the reality behind the Silicon Valley headlines as he sits down with the established venture capital and founder veterans and up-and-comers who are shaping the way we view the world online and beyond. Conversations include prominent venture capitalists and famous startup founders. Current hot topics: The state of the venture capital industry, AI start... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 205 | Founded | 12 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EntrepreneurshipBusinessManagement | |||
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I sat down with David Tisch from BoxGroup. If you've looked at a seed firm's website and seen one famous logo, that's usually the whole list. David's list is Ramp, Plaid, ID.me, Stripe, Airtable, Warby Parker, Clay, Zipline — and Cursor, which just g... more
As Burning Man rolls around once again, is it still relevant to Silicon Valley? Reports of lower attendance this year, as the newer arrivals to Silicon Valley say "pass".
A deep dive into this crazy event in the desert.
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Sheel Mohnot is co-founder of Better Tomorrow Ventures, a venture firm that leads rounds in pre-seed and seed-stage fintech companies. It is one of the most active fintech investors in the world.
Sheel has spent the last decade in fintech — first a... more
In this episode of Something Ventured, Kent Lindstrom sits down with Mark Suster, Managing Partner at Upfront Ventures and one of Los Angeles' most prominent venture capitalists. Mark shares his unconventional journey from early computer programming ... more
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It's my podcast. But I'm lucky to be able to bring you a pretty informative -- and if I may say so, entertaining -- look inside Silicon Valley.
Come along with me as I take you behind the scenes in Silicon Valley to explore venture investing, AI and more.
Podchaser54 months agoKent Lindstrom- Elitist Junk
Ken Lindstrom is a pathetic elitist that thinks the world should revolve around him. Listening to this can only make you dumber. What a joke.
Apple Podcasts1CK9390
United States3 years ago - Highly recommend!
I recently discovered Something Ventured and have been consistently impressed by the depth of insights and knowledge shared in each episode. No matter the topic - you’re guaranteed to gain something from the conversations between Kent and his incredible guests. Go ahead, and give it a “follow,” this podcast will quickly become a favorite in your feed!
Apple Podcasts5mvelasco07United States4 years ago - Something Ventured is something special!
This podcast is unlike any other I've encountered in this space - with deep and compelling conversations that seamlessly accompany actionable insights, the value offered here is simply unmatched! Highly recommend tuning in.
Apple Podcasts5Arlie KUnited States5 years ago - Entertaining, insightful and actionable! 🔥
Whether you’re well established as a technology innovator in Silicon Valley, or just getting started on your entrepreneurial journey - this is a must-listen podcast for you! Kent does an incredible job leading conversations that cover a huge breadth of topics related to the ins and outs of building a thriving start up, and life you can be proud of - from leaders who have actually innovated on the front-lines themselves. Highly recommend listening and subscribing!
Apple Podcasts5JoshCristUnited States7 years ago
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This series centers on high-level conversations with venture capitalists and startup founders who have helped shape Silicon Valley's trajectory. Episodes frequently explore the state of venture funding, the impact of AI and hard-tech on markets, and the evolving roles of capital, policy, and entrepreneurship in driving innovation. Listeners can expect candid career stories, practical investing and building insights, and a willingness to challenge conventional wisdom about success in tech. A notable pattern is the mix of veteran investors and serial founders sharing long-form theses, behind-the-scenes industry dynamics, and actionable lessons for navigating and leading in tech ecosystems.
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Recent guests on this podcast include:
1. David Tisch
2. Michael White
3. Sheel Mohnot
4. Mark Suster
5. Andy McLoughlin
6. Sam Shank
7. Lee Edwards
8. Danielle Strachman
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