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Superclusters - The Emerging LP Podcast

Superclusters by David Zhou
Venture Capital
Firm Building
Emerging Managers
Fund Managers
Succession Planning
Diligence
Investment Strategies
Alchemist Accelerator
Relationships In Business
Investment Strategy
Entrepreneurship
Leadership Transition
New York
Angel Investing
Pension Funds
Valuation Policy
Operational Due Diligence
GPS
Lps
Emerging Fund Managers

Superclusters is a podcast designed to help the emerging LP think like an established LP allocating to venture capital as an asset class. Our goal is to answer one question: How do the world's wealthiest institutions and individuals pick VC firms to invest in?

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“You’re making decisions in an incomplete vacuum. What I think many people should do more of, in terms of those mental models, is frame it in the reverse. Which of these decisions am I going to make that is the most regret-minimizing? That I have the... more

Warning: This is a brief-ish, but hopefully entertaining intermission from the usual Superclusters programming.

When we passed the 50th episode mark more than a few episodes ago, Tyler (my editor) and I thought it'd be interesting to record an episo... more

The holiday season has always been a great time to celebrate the movers and shakers in our world. This season we're celebrating my personal favorites in the LP world. To start this mini-holiday series off, Earnest Sweat and Alexa Binns runs one of th... more

Ben Choi from Next Legacy joins David on El Pack to answer your questions on how to build a venture capital fund. We bring on 3 GPs at VC funds to ask 3 different questions.

Gilgamesh Ventures' Miguel Armaza, also host of the incredible Fintech Lead... more

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Peter Walker
Head of Insights at Carta and host of The Data Minute
Carta
Episode: Peter Walker as You've Never Seen Him Before | Peter Walker | Superclusters | S6PSE3
Allie Garfinkle
Senior Finance Reporter at Fortune Magazine and creator of The Term Sheet newsletter and podcast.
Fortune Magazine
Episode: The Most Disappointing Podcast You'll Ever Listen To (ft. Allie Garfinkle)
Alexa Binns
Co-host of Swimming with Allocators, investment professional focusing on emerging managers
Swimming with Allocators
Episode: Timeless VS Just-In-Time Lessons | Earnest Sweat & Alexa Binns | Superclusters | S6PSE1
Earnest Sweat
Co-host of Swimming with Allocators, involved in venture capital and supporting emerging managers
Swimming with Allocators
Episode: Timeless VS Just-In-Time Lessons | Earnest Sweat & Alexa Binns | Superclusters | S6PSE1
Ben Choi
Venture capitalist and frequent guest on the podcast.
Next Legacy
Episode: When Do You Know If You've Grown Up as a VC? | El Pack w/ Ben Choi | Superclusters
Apurva Mehta
Co-founding managing partner of Summit Peak Investments
Summit Peak Investments
Episode: Can Your Check Size Win You Board-Level Transparency? | Apurva Mehta | Superclusters | S6E8
Yiwen Li
Head of Venture at Bayview Development Group, former direct investor at Alumni Ventures, author
Bayview Development Group
Episode: Where Does Intuition Come From? | Yiwen Li | Superclusters | S6E6
Eric Sippel
An investment expert with over 32 years in venture capital, founder of Sippel Farb Family Office
Sippel Farb Family Office
Episode: Helpful is a 10-Letter Word | Eric Sippel | Superclusters | S6E3
Beezer Clarkson
Managing Partner at Sapphire Partners, expert in venture capital
Sapphire Partners
Episode: How to Not Get Fired When Changing Your VC Strategy | El Pack w/ Beezer Clarkson | Superclusters

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David
Host of the podcast and a knowledgeable figure in the venture capital space, guiding discussions and insights.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Excellent work

    David does a fantastic job unpacking the opaque intersection of the LP and GP universe.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Book guyu
    United States5 months ago
  • The Best VC LP Podcast Out There!

    Superclusters is a must-listen for anyone serious about venture capital and LP dynamics. Every episode is packed with insights—thoughtful interviews, deep research on guests, and real nuggets of wisdom. It goes beyond surface-level chatter and delivers meaningful conversations that help you truly understand what drives great investors and firms. A rare combination of substance and strategy in the VC podcast world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KoiSoft
    United States7 months ago
  • Full of content!

    You learn a lot from this PODCAST from asset allocation strategies, to talent hiring tips, full of (interesting) content!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    L_BCD
    United States10 months ago
  • Total must

    If you want to listen in to how interesting people came to do interesting things in venture capital, this pod is for you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Evan Duby
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the depth of insights and quality of content, noting it goes beyond surface-level discussions.
Many value the diverse range of expert guests and their practical applications in the venture capital world.
The engaging format and informative interviews are highlighted as key strengths, making it a highly recommended listen.

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Should VCs Scale? | El Pack w/ Screendoor | Superclusters
Q: For you guys, are there other kinds of metrics or examples of other kinds of metrics that one might be looking into that takes looking into hundreds, thousands of firms to understand?
Various speakers discuss nuances in metrics for measuring VC performance and emphasize the importance of understanding a manager's deeper potential beyond typical financial metrics.
Should VCs Scale? | El Pack w/ Screendoor | Superclusters
Q: What are the hesitations or pushbacks you've got from LPs?
Linus identifies concerns from LPs regarding lack of track record for emerging managers and allocation constraints, emphasizing that these hesitations necessitate a deep understanding of their motivations and limitations.
Should VCs Scale? | El Pack w/ Screendoor | Superclusters
Q: Linus, could you tell us a little bit more about you and the firm and all that kind of stuff?
Linus explains his background in tech and founding several companies before jumping into venture capital, highlighting his current focus on helping early-stage startups succeed through his firm Kyber.
Venture Capital is DEAD! | El Pack w/ Chris Douvos | Superclusters
Q: How did GPs react when early-stage funds want to expand into later stage?
Expanding into later stages is often seen hesitantly by LPs, as it requires different skills and strategies that may not align with their original investment philosophy.
Venture Capital is DEAD! | El Pack w/ Chris Douvos | Superclusters
Q: What's the right balance for staying top of mind with LPs?
Understand different types of investors and what they value in communications, focusing on authenticity and engagement.

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What is Superclusters about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Content focuses on the complexities of venture capital, particularly from the perspective of emerging limited partners (LPs). Discussions frequently explore mega cap venture funds, capital allocation strategies, and the role of family offices in wealth management. The insights shared by guests, who are primarily industry leaders, provide listeners with practical knowledge about the investment landscape, the nuances of diligence, and strategies for evaluating fund managers. Noteworthy guests with diverse backgrounds share their experiences in navigating the venture capital world, offering valuable perspectives for both aspiring and seasoned investors.

The podcast is particularly unique in its commitment to demystifying how large institution... more

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1. Peter Walker
2. Allie Garfinkle
3. Alexa Binns
4. Earnest Sweat
5. Ben Choi
6. Apurva Mehta
7. Yiwen Li
8. Eric Sippel

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