Podcast terbaik Tech Founders (2025)

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Singapore: AI Job Disruption, Hiring Shift & Youth Unemployment with Shiyan Koh - E552 33:34

1d ago33:34

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Shiyan Koh, Managing Partner of Hustle Fund, and Jeremy Au explored the growing challenges of youth unemployment in Singapore and how AI is fundamentally changing the job market. They discussed how the rise of automation is making entry-level roles less necessary, leading companies to prioritize experienced hires who can work with AI rather than tr…

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The Tech Founders Podcast #12 - Jason Bergenske, CEO of MoveItPro 39:46

6d ago39:46

39:46

In this episode of The Tech Founders Podcast, we dive into the incredible bootstrapping journey of Jason Bergenske, founder of MoveItPro, a CRM designed specifically for moving companies. Jason shares how he transformed a family-owned moving business into a $24M ARR software company—without raising a single dollar of venture capital. We discuss the…

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Mastering Professional Gatherings: Confidently Skip the Drink and Wake Up Feeling Fresh 11:59

7d ago11:59

11:59

In today's episode of Wellness as a Way of Life, Megan Swan provides invaluable insight into how to skillfully manage the common yet little-discussed challenge of not drinking in professional settings. Whether you're sober, sober curious, or simply taking a break, Megan’s strategies will empower you to confidently maintain your choice and create mo…

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VC Decision Making: Growth Expectations, Biases & Fast Deals – E551 15:19

5d ago15:19

15:19

Jeremy Au talked about how venture capitalists assess startups based on their ability to scale rapidly, led by strong founders with a clear strategy and market fit. However, their decisions are shaped by heuristics, biases, and time constraints. The best founders move fast, refine their pitches, and demonstrate exponential growth potential. He also…

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Benjamin Loh: Polarizing Thought Leadership, Social Media Hard Truths & Family Commitment Learnings - E550 40:11

7d ago40:11

40:11

Benjamin Loh, Certified Speaking Professional and Jeremy Au discussed public speaking, thought leadership, and leadership growth. They reflected on Benjamin’s journey from public speaking to training financial advisors and running a thought leadership agency. They explored how social media amplifies voices, how leaders can shape industry narratives…

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US-Vietnam Trade Risks, Chinese Factory Relocation & Government Reforms with Valerie Vu - E549 30:07

9d ago30:07

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Jeremy Au and Valerie Vu discussed Vietnam’s evolving role in global trade, the impact of US-China tensions, and the country’s sweeping internal reforms. They explore how foreign investments are reshaping Vietnam’s industries, how the government is navigating trade uncertainties, and how local businesses are adapting to increased competition. They …

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Startup Economics: Blitzscaling Pitfalls, Market Strategy & Funding vs. Execution - E548 12:44

12d ago12:44

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Jeremy Au breaks down the fundamentals of unit economics, customer acquisition, and blitzscaling in startups. Using real-world examples, he explains how different business models—like SaaS versus consumer goods—affect profitability and marketing strategies. The conversation explores the challenges of scaling aggressively, the importance of timing i…

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Sadaf Sultan: eFishery Scandal Breakdown, Startup Financial Shenanigans & VC Fraud Detection - E547 51:47

14d ago51:47

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Sadaf Sultan, Founder of Finprojections, and Jeremy Au analyzed the eFishery financial scandal and discuss broader issues of financial fraud in startups. They talked about why eFishery was appealing to investors and how the fraud unfolded and shared their insights into detecting fraud effectively. They explore the challenges faced during investor d…

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Transform Your Body Fast: The Hormone Balance Advantage 33:27

1d ago33:27

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Struggling with hormonal balance and weight management? In today's episode of Wellness As a Way of Life, Megan Swan sits down with Maddy Pollock to explore how balancing your hormones naturally can lead to balanced weight and overall well-being. Key Points Discussed: Maddy's Journey: From Hodgkin's lymphoma diagnosis to becoming a hormone specialis…

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$12B Pertamina Corruption Case, Public Crisis & Government Policy Risks & Energy Market Reform with Gita Sjahrir - E546 36:37

16d ago36:37

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Gita Sjahrir, Senior Advisor at TBS Energi Utama, and Jeremy Au talked about the complexities of corporate governance and accountability within emerging markets. They discussed the eFishery scandal, the Pertamina corruption case, and the broader implications for economic growth and investor trust. 1. Investor Due Diligence: Gita and Jeremy highligh…

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Why Startups Fail: Common Mistakes, VC Perspective & Founder Comeback - E545 25:52

19d ago25:52

25:52

Jeremy Au discussed common startup failure patterns, and emphasized that failure is frequent and often inevitable even for companies that make it to later funding stages. Many startups fail to deliver financial returns for investors, regardless of how innovative or pioneering they might be. He also talked about various reasons for failure, from tea…

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Kwok Jiachuan: COVID-19’s Impact on Nonprofits, Conjunct’s Shift in Business Model & The Role of Capacity Builders - E544 37:45

21d ago37:45

37:45

Jeremy Au reconnects with Kwok Jiachuan, his first-ever podcast guest, to reflect on their journey from school friends to army roommates to co-founders of Conjunct Consulting. They talked about the challenges of starting and scaling a social impact consultancy, from early skepticism to securing funding and navigating the evolving nonprofit landscap…

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Reclaim Your Health: The Inspiring Story of Alcohol-Free Living 36:06

21d ago36:06

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Struggling with making big, bold, badass changes in your life? In today's episode, Megan Swan sits down with Melissa McGovern, also known as The Sober New Yorker, to discuss how a health scare led Melissa to ditch alcohol, revamp her lifestyle, and ultimately become an alcohol-free success and mindset coach. Key Points Discussed: Turning Point: How…

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Mike Michalec: $1B+ Edtech Investments, Market Due Diligence Failures & Real-World Education Gaps - E543 26:38

23d ago26:38

26:38

Mike Michalec shares his journey from molecular research to outdoor adventure guiding and eventually into education consulting in Southeast Asia. He discusses the region’s diverse education landscape, the challenges of scaling edtech businesses, and the impact of China’s regulatory crackdown on the sector. He explains why many education startups fa…

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VC Decision Making: Sequential Bets, Navigating Market Exits & Addressing Regulatory Challenges - E542 16:52

26d ago16:52

16:52

Jeremy Au discussed key aspects of venture capital decision-making and tech regulation including how VCs make sequential investment choices, navigate acquisition offers and public listing routes, and address regulatory challenges. He also examined how customer advocacy and jurisdictional differences shape tech policy, while debating the trade-offs …

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The Tech Founders Podcast #11 - David Ly, CEO of Iveda 40:43

27d ago40:43

40:43

Iveda: https://iveda.com/ David Ly: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david1ly/ What if AI could make your business smarter using the systems you already have? That’s exactly what David Ly, CEO of Iveda, is working on—helping businesses and governments enhance security, efficiency, and automation by leveraging AI-powered video surveillance. In this episo…

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Yuying Deng: Esevel's Product Iteration Strategy, Mastering Delegation & Parent Founder Learnings - E541 38:46

28d ago38:46

38:46

Yuying Deng, CEO of Esevel, and Jeremy Au talked about Esevel’s IT service business evolution over the past few years. They trace the journey from handling simple device procurement in Southeast Asia (with a focus on Singapore, India, and Indonesia) to offering full IT life cycle management and cybersecurity support. They also discussed how custome…

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From Burnout to Boundaries: Redefining Success Without Sacrificing Self 33:13

28d ago33:13

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In today's episode, Megan Swan sits down with Alison Cohen to discuss her journey from burnout to establishing healthy boundaries and redefining success on her own terms. Key Points Discussed: Early Signs of Burnout: Recognizing the subtle and obvious signs of burnout and how Alison used these to guide her clients. The Corporate Pressure: How socie…

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Southeast Asia Startup Evolution, eFishery’s $100M Capital Burn Lessons & Private Equity Style VC Insights with Mohan Belani - E540 59:08

30d ago59:08

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Mohan Belani, CEO and Cofounder of e27, and Jeremy Au talked about how the Southeast Asia startup scene has transformed over the past decade, including the shift from early-stage exuberance to a more cautious, capital-efficient mindset, and citing specific cases like eFishery and Carousell. They touched on regional challenges, with markets as diffe…

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Blitzscaling: Uber vs. Lyft, First-Mover Traps & VC Power Laws - E539 26:55

1M ago26:55

26:55

Jeremy Au explored the strategic dynamics of venture capital, network effects, and first-mover risks in technology markets. He illustrated how Uber outmaneuvered Lyft by aggressively raising capital to fuel network effects, while Airbnb achieved superior capital efficiency through globally pooled inventory. Using the case of Henn Tan, the Singapore…

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The Tech Founders Podcast #10 - Brennan Dunn, Founder of RightMessage 44:10

1M ago44:10

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RightMessage: https://rightmessage.com/ This Is Personal (Brennan's Book): https://www.amazon.com/This-Personal-Delivering-Right-Email/dp/1637742002: Brennan's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brennandunn/ How would your sales change if your email campaigns and sales pages felt as personalized as a one-on-one conversation? That’s exactly what …

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Jeraldine Phneah: Journalism to Tech Sales, Enterprise Sales vs. Content Creation Gender Bias & Building an Authentic Online Persona - E538 33:53

1M ago33:53

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Jeraldine Phneah, Content Creator & Account Director of one of the top AI SaaS companies, and Jeremy Au discussed: Journalism to Enterprise Tech Sales: Jeraldine studied journalism and public policy but pivoted to enterprise tech sales in 2016 for financial stability, future-proofing, and work-life balance. Initially hesitant, she realized B2B SaaS…

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Listen to Chapter 1 of My New Book: Marinating In Chaos: Live Intuitively & Make Bold Authentic Decisions 20:33

1M ago20:33

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In today's episode, listen to Chapter 1: The DJ Is My Guru of my book, "Marinating in Chaos." Wet your appetite + decide if you want to hear the rest of the story. This chapter sets off my raw, real and entertaining personal story of moving beyond societal expectations and embracing an authentic, adventurous life. Order your copy here: https://a.co…

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Trump’s Trade War Acceleration, $100M DeepSeek Ban Proposal & Grab-GoTo Merger Talks - E537 36:33

1M ago36:33

36:33

Shiyan Koh, Managing Partner of Hustle Fund, and Jeremy Au discussed: 1. Trump’s Economic Policies, Tariffs & Crypto Initiatives: They examined the economic impact of Trump’s 2025 return, including a 10% tariff hike on Chinese imports and new tariffs on Canada and Mexico. The administration also ended the de minimis exemption for low-cost e-commerc…

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How eFishery Fooled Investors, Informal Business Practices, Agritech Future – E536 31:41

1M ago31:41

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Adriel Yong, Orvel Venture Partner, and Jeremy Au discussed: How eFishery Fooled Investors: They examined the elaborate scheme that allowed eFishery to inflate revenue and mislead major investors. They broke down the warning signs, such as financial irregularities, CFO departure (similar to Zilingo failure signal) and too-good-to-be-true business m…

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The Tech Founders Podcast #9 - Peter Loving, Founder of UserActive 42:46

1M ago42:46

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Follow Peter on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterloving/ UserActive: https://www.useractive.io/ In this episode of The Tech Founders Podcast, I am talking to Peter Loving of UserActive. In this conversation, we took an unfiltered dive into a design agency business model. UserActive has driven remarkable results for their clients, includin…

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Viktor Kyosev: Navigating Startup Failure, Greenhouse Founder to Docquity Chief of Staff & Southeast Asia Startups Integrity Risks - E535 45:31

1M ago45:31

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Viktor Kyosev, Chief of Staff at Docquity, and Jeremy Au discussed: 1. Navigating Startup Failure: Viktor shared his experience as a founding team member of Greenhouse, a premium coworking space startup in Indonesia. Faced with declining performance during the COVID-19 pandemic, the company went through layoffs and failed pivots before he made the …

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The Relationship Between Alcohol, Sugar and Anxiety - How to Feel Better Now 21:26

1M ago21:26

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Suffering from the effects of alcohol, sugar, and anxiety? In today's episode, Megan Swan delves into the profound links between these factors and offers tangible steps to enhance your well-being immediately. Key Points Discussed: Biochemical Impact: Exploration of how refined sugar and alcohol trigger dopamine and cortisol, leading to mood fluctua…

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Indonesia eFishery Unicorn Scandal Q&A, Fraud, Due Diligence & Governance Failures & Toxic Founder Pressure & Temptations - E534 48:23

1M ago48:23

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BRAVE Southeast Asia Tech Podcast: Indonesia eFishery Unicorn Scandal Q&A, Fraud, Due Diligence & Governance Failures & Toxic Founder Pressure & Temptations - E534 Jeremy Au and Gita Sjahrir discussed: 1. Indonesia eFishery Unicorn Scandal Q&A: Jeremy and Gita analyzed the fraud involving eFishery’s co-founders, including Gibran Chuzaefah, who alle…

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Southeast Asia Series B Valley of Death & VC Bet Market Timing - E533 23:46

2M ago23:46

23:46

Jeremy Au discussed three key insights on Southeast Asia venture capital. First, he highlighted the "Series B Valley of Death," where local funds support pre-seed to Series A, and global investors focus on later stages, but Series B and C funding gaps force startups into aggressive cost-cutting or revenue expansion. Second, he emphasized the import…

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The Tech Founders Podcast #8 - Ulf Arnetz, Founder of Howwe.io 40:59

2M ago40:59

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Follow Ulf on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ulf-arnetz/ Howwe: https://www.howwe.io/ In this episode of The Tech Founders Podcast, I am talking to Ulf Arnetz of Howwe.io. This was an eye-opening conversation as Ulf brings forth decades of experience building businesses all over the world. In talking about his current company, Howwe, we can …

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Jingjing Zhong: AI Impact on Service Businesses, CRM vs. RAG Reality, Founder Productivity Lifestyle - E532 52:23

2M ago52:23

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JingJing Zhong, the Co-founder and CEO of Superbench and Jeremy Au discussed: AI Impact on Service Businesses: JingJing explained how AI advancements have transformed traditional service industries. Previously, AI struggled with logic and calculations, making it unreliable for tasks like generating service quotes. Now, improved reasoning allows AI …

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From Taboo to Triumph: CensHERship's Fight Against Online Censorship of Women's Health 25:30

2M ago25:30

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In today’s episode, we dive deep into the systemic challenges faced by female entrepreneurs in the femtech and women’s health space. Join Megan Swan as she talks with Clio Wood and Anna O’Sullivan from CensHERship about their incredible journey and vital work in battling censorship and financial obstacles. Key Points Discussed: Origins: Clio and An…

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Startup Unicorn GDP Per Capita Time Machine & VC as Olympic Coaches - E531 49:55

2M ago49:55

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Jeremy Au referenced Asia Partners’ report predicting a surge in Southeast Asian unicorns based on macroeconomic fundamentals, and discussed the GDP per capita “time machine” phenomenon where Chinese and American founders enter Southeast Asia to replicate proven business models in frontier markets. He also shared an LP’s perspective on Southeast As…

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Startup Customer Personas & Long Game Marketing– E530 35:56

2M ago35:56

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Jeremy Au explored the intricacies of understanding customer personas and the challenges of market research. He emphasized the importance of creating nuanced personas for effective marketing, distinguishing them from harmful stereotypes by grounding them in real customer behaviors and needs. He shared insights on the pitfalls of traditional survey …

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The Tech Founders Podcast #7 - Adam Robinson of Retention.com and RB2B.com 44:03

2M ago44:03

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Follow Adam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/retentionadam/ Retention: https://retention.com/ RB2B: https://www.rb2b.com/ Resources Adam mentioned: Founders Podcast: https://www.founderspodcast.com/ The Four Steps to Epiphany: https://www.amazon.com/Four-Steps-Epiphany-Steve-Blank/dp/0989200507 In this episode of The Tech Founders Podcast I…

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Nicolas Bivero: 8-Year Side Hustle to Full-Time Founder at 44, Japan Intern to Philippines Director and PEO Industry for Filipino Talent - E529 37:18

2M ago37:18

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Nicolas Bivero, CEO & Co-Founder of Penbrothers, and Jeremy Au discussed: 1. Japan Intern to Philippines Director: Nicolas Bivero shared his journey as a Venezuelan-German, transitioning across continents and industries. His early exposure to Japanese culture through karate and aikido, influenced by his father, inspired his eventual move to Japan. …

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Find Your Peace: Sobriety's Path to Emotional Freedom 30:14

2M ago30:14

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Healing the Father Wound and Finding Awe In today's episode, Megan Swan dives deep into the intricacies of healing childhood wounds thanks to almost 7 years of sobriety, searching for awe-inspiring moments in nature, and the wisdom of spirit animals. Key Points Discussed: The Significance of 2025: Why it’s a unique "square" year (45 squared) and it…

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GDP Per Capita vs. Unicorns, Interest Rate Liquidity Lever & Localized Approached - E528 31:16

2M ago31:16

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Jeremy Au explored the evolving venture capital landscape in Southeast Asia by linking GDP per capita thresholds (US$5K in Vietnam, Indonesia & Philippines vs. US$94K Singapore) to the rise of unicorns like Gojek and Grab. Jeremy also explored the implications of high global interest rates, which have reshaped venture capital deployment, shifting f…

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Product-Market Fit, Persevere vs. Pivot & Lean Build, Measure and Learn - E527 25:19

2M ago25:19

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Jeremy Au examined the evolution of technology marketing and communication, emphasizing the transformative impact of AI, the importance of addressing consumers' primary problems, and the iterative nature of innovation in startups. Jeremy stressed the necessity of solving consumers' most pressing problems at the right moment to achieve product-marke…

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The Tech Founders Podcast #6 - Brett Martin of Kumospace, Fonzi.ai and Charge.vc 31:18

2M ago31:18

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Follow Brett on Twitter: https://x.com/brett1211 Kumospace: https://www.kumospace.com/ Fonzi AI Recruitment: https://fonzi.ai/ Charge VC: https://charge.vc/ In this episode of The Tech Founders Podcast I am joined by Brett Martin, of Kumospace, Fonzi.ai and Charge.vc. This was a great conversation, as Brett brings nearly 2 decades of startup experi…

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Kristie Neo: Channel News Asia to DealStreetAsia VC Editor, Investigative Journalism, Unicorn Mismanagement (Revolution Precrafted) - E526 39:48

2M ago39:48

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Kristie Neo, VC (Southeast Asia) Editor at DealStreetAsia, and Jeremy Au discussed: 1. Channel News Asia to DealStreetAsia VC Editor: Kristie began her journalism career at Channel News Asia (CNA), working in documentaries and later transitioning to business news. She emphasized CNA’s commitment to telling stories through an “Asian perspective,” wh…

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Unleash Flawless Skin: Experience CEO Alena Demina's Bold Skincare Innovation with SystemSkin 30:30

2M ago30:30

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Struggling with an overcrowded skincare routine? In today's episode, Megan Swan delves into an innovative solution with Alena Demina, founder of SystemSkin, Anti-Aging Product of the Year, discussing how to simplify skincare while delivering outstanding results. Key Points Discussed: Number One Beauty Tool? Product Innovation: Alena Demina introduc…

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Indonesia: eFishery’s $1B Valuation Collapse, 2024 Fraud Allegations, and Sovereign Fund Exits with Shiyan Koh - E525 36:00

2M ago36:00

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Shiyan Koh, Managing Partner of Hustle Fund, and Jeremy Au discussed: 1. eFishery Fraud Allegations: Once an Indonesian agritech darling, eFishery’s end-to-end aquaculture solutions were lauded for their potential to improve farmers’ productivity and incomes. eFishery had achieved a $1 billion valuation in 2023, backed by investors like Temasek, …

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Unicorn & Blockbuster Hunting, Emerging Fund Returns & Southeast Asia VC Landscape - E524 29:26

2M ago29:26

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Jeremy Au discussed the financial returns of venture capital. Firstly, he explored the concept of power law returns, emphasizing that only 4% of startups generate 10-50x returns, with examples like WhatsApp achieving 50x and Zoom delivering 22x even at later stages. He highlighted this phenomenon's prevalence in industries such as Hollywood (blockb…

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The Tech Founders Podcast #5 - Zach Rattner, CTO of Yembo.ai 41:15

2M ago41:15

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Follow Zach on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachrattner/ Yembo: Yembo.ai Scourhead: https://github.com/zachrattner/scourhead Grow Up Fast: Lessons from an AI Startup: https://www.amazon.com/Grow-Up-Fast-Lessons-Startup/dp/B0C9SF8JXJ Resources Zach mentioned during the podcast: Hugging Face: https://huggingface.co/ Google Media Pipe: https:…

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Yudara Kularathne: D*ck Pics for Science, Child Emergency Doctor to AI Founder & Model Training vs. Regulatory Affairs - E523 36:20

2M ago36:20

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Yudara Kularathne, CEO & Cofounder of HeHealth, and Jeremy Au discussed: 1. D*ck Pics for Science: Yudara described the progress of HeHealth, an AI-powered men’s health app launched in 2022. The app helps users detect sexually transmitted infections (STIs) by analyzing images. Within two weeks of its release, the app received over 20,000 downloads …

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Boost Your Gut Health: Unlock Microbiome Secrets with Expert Linta Mustafa 22:50

2M ago22:50

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In today's episode, Megan Swan delves into the fascinating world of gut health with Linta Mustafa, CEO and Co-Founder of Vitract. Together, they explore the intricate relationships within our gut microbiome, actionable test results, and the future of personalized health protocols. Key Points Discussed: Origin Story: Linta's personal journey from co…

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Whaling Power Law, LP Incentives & VC 2 & 20 - E522 25:01

2M ago25:01

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Jeremy Au explored the nuances of venture capital through three lenses. He described how LPs, such as sovereign wealth funds and institutional investors, pursue diversification and long-term returns, often seeking a 25% net IRR to justify the high risks of VC, as seen in Southeast Asia's emerging tech ecosystem. Using the "2 and 20" model, Jeremy e…

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VC Selection Edge vs. Startup Fraud, Local Expertise & Whaling Power Law - E521 28:04

2M ago28:04

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Jeremy Au discussed the nuanced challenges faced by venture capitalists in assessing startups, emphasizing the importance of local expertise and first-principles thinking. For example, he shared how his understanding of Singaporean founders—gained through years of personal interactions—provided him with an edge over Silicon Valley VCs. He highlight…

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