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The Full Ratchet (TFR): Venture Capital and Startup Investing Demystified

Nick Moran
Venture Capital
Legacy Industries
Startups
Rarebreed Ventures
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RTP Global
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Series A
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Teal Book
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Digital Transformation
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Technology Startups
Funding For Minority Founders
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The podcast dedicated to demystifying Venture Capital. Nick Moran and Nate Pierotti interview VC's & Startup Founders and on how they build great technology startups.

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Seth Levine of Foundry joins Nick to discuss A New Era For Venture: Dynamic Capitalism, Finding Alpha in the AI Cycle, Are Bubbles a Feature or a Bug, and Why the Future for America is Still Bright. In this episode we cover:

• State of Venture Cap... more

On this special segment of The Full Ratchet, the following Investors are featured:

• Jacob Effron of Redpoint

• Ethan Austin of Outside VC

• Arianna Simpson of Andreessen Horowitz

We asked guests to share the best question they've ever been as... more

On this special segment of The Full Ratchet, the following Investors are featured:

• Paul Madera of Meritech Capital

• Jeff Bussgang of Flybridge Capital

• Victor Orlovski of R136 Ventures

Each investor highlights a situation where they decide... more

On this special segment of The Full Ratchet, the following Investors are featured:

• Somesh Dash of IVP

• Nnamdi Okike of 645 Ventures

• Charles Hudson of Precursor Ventures

We asked guests for the most important piece of advice that they'd sh... more

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Nick Moran
Nick is an experienced venture capitalist and the main host of the discussions, bringing profound insights from his career in investing and entrepreneurship.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 335 ratings
  • A Must-Listen for Founders and Investors

    The Full Ratchet with Nick Moran delivers insightful conversations with top VCs, founders, and industry leaders. Each episode, like the one with Manish Patel, offers actionable advice on scaling companies, adopting AI, and building products that matter. If you're looking to sharpen your investment or entrepreneurial mindset, this podcast is a goldmine of wisdom. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anna [SOP]
    United Statesa year ago
  • The Show I Needed

    It is difficult to find informative and educational podcasts out there that help founders and investors peak behind the curtain to see what the VC world is like. I highly recommend this show to anyone wanting to learn more about this space.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JoeWhite90
    United States2 years ago
  • Super solid podcast

    Informative, check it out for yourself.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Keltheceo
    United States2 years ago
  • 10/10!

    Great show, the tips and insights are soooo valuable! I highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Claribelleee
    Philippines3 years ago
  • The Definitive Podcast about Angel and Venture Investing

    Nick Moran has done a truly remarkable job in creating and producing a consistently interesting and useful series that has become the contemporaneously historical record of the industry. His audience of the world’s leading angels and VCs listen to it religiously to keep up with people, funds and trends in the industry, and I’ve lost count of the number of times that I have followed up with business deals based on guests he has interviewed. If you want to truly know what is happening in the start... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Closet Reader
    United States4 years ago

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The communication style of the host has been praised for making complex topics more relatable and engaging.
There is a strong recommendation from the audience for aspiring founders and investors to listen, as it offers valuable insights into the investment process.
Listeners find the content insightful and educational, particularly for understanding venture capital and startup dynamics.

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501. Spotting the Next Big Thing, Why This Cycle Is Different, Acceptable vs Unacceptable Risk, and Why Duration Is a Feature Not a Bug (Jon Callaghan)
Q: Have you ever tried to reverse engineer what allows founders to see the future in a way that manifests as opposed to trends that ultimately flame out?
It's about having a deep curiosity to learn something purely for the sake of learning, not because of potential financial gain.
500. AI Native VC, Achieving 50%+ Graduation from Seed to Series A, Why Access Is the Key to Success, and Why Network Driven Firms Can No Longer Compete (Ben Orthlieb)
Q: How do you win these deals despite not having a strong brand?
Founders prefer insights over brand reputation, and we create personal connections that lead to successful investments.
500. AI Native VC, Achieving 50%+ Graduation from Seed to Series A, Why Access Is the Key to Success, and Why Network Driven Firms Can No Longer Compete (Ben Orthlieb)
Q: When is the right time for you to engage with a company?
We engage as early as possible, often before a lead is placed, to nurture relationships with promising founders.
500. AI Native VC, Achieving 50%+ Graduation from Seed to Series A, Why Access Is the Key to Success, and Why Network Driven Firms Can No Longer Compete (Ben Orthlieb)
Q: How does Blue Moon distinguish AI native from AI enabled in venture?
Blue Moon focuses on amplifying human judgment rather than replacing it, with a proprietary intelligence platform enabling deeper insights into founder evaluations and market dynamics.
500. AI Native VC, Achieving 50%+ Graduation from Seed to Series A, Why Access Is the Key to Success, and Why Network Driven Firms Can No Longer Compete (Ben Orthlieb)
Q: What is the thesis at Blue Moon?
Blue Moon is an AI-native fund at Seed that backs exceptional founders with smaller checks and emphasizes operations and intelligence in decision-making.

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This podcast focuses on the world of Venture Capital and technology startups, offering insights from prominent venture capitalists and exceptional founders. Through interviews, the hosts explore critical topics such as investment strategies, company culture, and the dynamics of investor-founder relationships. Episodes often highlight personal stories and lessons learned, making complex investment concepts more accessible and engaging for listeners. The content is aimed at those interested in deepening their understanding of the venture financing landscape and gaining practical knowledge to navigate their own entrepreneurial journeys.

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