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

Nick Moran
Venture Capital
Legacy Industries
Startups
Rarebreed Ventures
Entrepreneurship
RTP Global
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Investment Strategies
Supply Chain
Series A
Procurement
Digital Transformation
Teal Book
Fundraising
Technology Startups
Funding For Minority Founders
Investor Advice
Healthcare
Women’s Healthcare
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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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On this special segment of The Full Ratchet, the following Investors are featured:

• Kevin Jiang of Mangusta Capital

• Barry Schuler of DFJ Growth Ventures

• Chris Rizik of Renaissance Venture Capital

We asked guests for the most important pie... more

Victor Orlovski of R136 Ventures joins Nick to discuss From CTO to $500M AUM: Entry Point Discipline, Why People Matter at Every Stage, and the AI-Driven Future of Banking. In this episode we cover:

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

• Daniela Binatti of Pismo

• Mike Schroepfer of Gigascale Capital

• Joseph Ruscio of Heavybit

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

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

• Barry Schuler of DFJ Growth Ventures

• Shashank Saxena of Sierra Ventures

• Jeff Bussgang of Flybridge Capital

We asked guests to discuss the most visionary f... more

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Recent Guests

David Cohen
Founder and CEO at Techstars, with experience as a serial entrepreneur.
Techstars
Episode: 494. The Techstars Refresh, Why Bigger Isn't Better, Investing in the Seed-Strapping Era, and Why Quantum May Dwarf Every Tech Shift (David Cohen)
Vince Hsieh
Investor at Cypress
Cypress
Episode: Investor Stories 433. The Art of Sensing Greatness, From Analytical to Intuitive Investing, and the Case for Industry Outsiders (Hsieh, Hilaly, Maples)
Aaref Hilaly
Investor at Bain Capital Ventures
Bain Capital Ventures
Episode: Investor Stories 433. The Art of Sensing Greatness, From Analytical to Intuitive Investing, and the Case for Industry Outsiders (Hsieh, Hilaly, Maples)
Mike Maples Jr.
Investor at Floodgate
Floodgate
Episode: Investor Stories 433. The Art of Sensing Greatness, From Analytical to Intuitive Investing, and the Case for Industry Outsiders (Hsieh, Hilaly, Maples)
Chris Rizik
CEO of Renaissance
Renaissance
Episode: Investor Stories 431. Level Heads Build Enduring Companies, The Power of Persistence, and Why Conviction is Everything (Saxena, Delk, Rizik)
Madhavan Ramanujam
Co-founder and General Partner at 49 Palms Ventures, author of "Scaling Innovation"
49 Palms Ventures
Episode: 492. Prioritizing Monetization: Beautifully Simple Pricing, AI Models for Profitable Growth, and Guardrails for Freemium and Expansion Tiers (Madhavan Ramanujam)
Joe Ruscio
Investment expert at Heavybit
Heavybit
Episode: Investor Stories 427. Balancing Growth with Profitability, Why the Customer's Pain Matters Most, and Lessons from Film Financing to Supply Chain (Jiang, Ruscio, Niehenke)
Daniela Binacci
Leader at Pismo, focusing on team transparency and communication.
Pismo
Episode: Investor Stories 423. From Checklists to Leadership: Lessons from iFLY, DFJ Growth & Pismo Leaders (Shen, Schuler, Binatti)
Brad Feld
Founding partner at Foundry and co-founder of Techstars, prolific writer and entrepreneur.
Foundry and Techstars
Episode: 490. Why Foundry Isn't Raising a New Fund, Lessons from Hibernation, and the Benefits and Drawbacks of a Give First Philosophy (Brad Feld)

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Nick Moran
Host of a podcast dedicated to venture capital and startup investing, offering insights through interviews with experts in the field.

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 States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the rich insights shared by venture capitalists, considering the discussions both informative and actionable. Many reviews highlight the quality of the guests and the practical advice offered, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in the startup ecosystem. The engaging presentation and valuable content are frequently cited as premium aspects, often resulting in repeat listens and recommendations. Overall, the podcast is viewed as a top resource for aspiring investors and entrepreneurs.

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493. From Data Science to Drug Design: How AI Shifts Discovery, Target Validation, and Portfolio Construction (Jim Tananbaum)
Q: What advice would you give to founders facing a sluggish market?
Founders should take a hard look at the time and money needed to reach profitability and growth, and be prepared for a long journey of patience without immediate rewards.
493. From Data Science to Drug Design: How AI Shifts Discovery, Target Validation, and Portfolio Construction (Jim Tananbaum)
Q: How do you think AI may impact different phases of risk throughout the biotech process?
AI will revolutionize drug discovery, significantly shortening the time spent in labs and improving patient-product matching through better data utilization.
Investor Stories 430. Focus and Execution at Nubank, How Storytelling Wins Customers, and How Creative Partnerships Unlock Growth (Binatti, Madera, Okike)
Q: Can you tell us a story about an exceptional founder you've worked with?
Nnamdi Okike discusses Michael Luccarelli's innovative partnership strategies and Dan Porter's unique understanding of their end customer.
Investor Stories 430. Focus and Execution at Nubank, How Storytelling Wins Customers, and How Creative Partnerships Unlock Growth (Binatti, Madera, Okike)
Q: Can you tell us about an exceptional founder that you've worked with?
Paul Madera describes Jonathan Ord and Brad Perry of Dealer Socket, highlighting their customer service focus and strong vision.
Investor Stories 431. Level Heads Build Enduring Companies, The Power of Persistence, and Why Conviction is Everything (Saxena, Delk, Rizik)
Q: If you could share one piece of advice with a young new investor, what would you tell them?
Invest with conviction, but don't get so emotionally involved that you don't read the signals.

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1. David Cohen
2. Vince Hsieh
3. Aaref Hilaly
4. Mike Maples Jr.
5. Chris Rizik
6. Madhavan Ramanujam
7. Joe Ruscio
8. Daniela Binacci

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