Cele mai bune Tech Founders podcast-uri (2025)

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

3d ago16:52

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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

4d ago40:43

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

5d 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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Yuying Deng: Esevel's Product Iteration Strategy, Mastering Delegation & Parent Founder Learnings - E541 38:46

5d ago38:46

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

7d 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

10d ago26:55

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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

11d 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

12d 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

12d 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

14d ago36:33

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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

17d 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

18d 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

19d 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

19d 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

21d 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

24d ago23:46

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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

25d 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

26d 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

26d 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

28d 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

1M 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

1M 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

1M 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

1M 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

1M 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

1M 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

1M 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

1M 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

1M 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

1M 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

1M 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

36:20

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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Pinn Lawjindakul: Bain Consultant to Grab Head, Tiger Global to Lightspeed VC Partner, Southeast Asia vs. China & India - E520 38:52

2M ago38:52

38:52

Pinn Lawjindakul, Partner of Lightspeed Southeast Asia and Jeremy Au discussed: 1. Bain Consultant to Grab Head: Pinn recounted her shift from Bain & Company, where she started as an intern in 2011, to joining Grab in 2015 during its rapid expansion. She highlighted the operational and cultural differences between consulting in San Francisco and So…

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Money Mindsets with Scarlett Stanhope: A Journey Toward Financial Self-Awareness 30:50

2M ago30:50

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Struggling with the concept of "not enoughness" in relation to money? In today's episode of Wellness as a Way of Life, Megan Swan welcomes Scarlett Stanhope, also known as "the biz hippie," who delves into cultivating a healthier, more conscious relationship with finances. Key Points Discussed: Money & Self-Worth: How linking self-worth to financia…

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Jianggan Li: China Exporters vs. Trump, Expansion to Saudi Arabia & Middle East, Electric Vehicle Wars - E519 28:00

2M ago28:00

28:00

Jianggan Li, Founder & CEO of Momentum Works, and Jeremy Au discussed: 1. China Exporters vs. Trump: Jianggan Li shared his experiences from nine trips to China, highlighting how exporters are stockpiling goods to mitigate U.S.-China trade tensions amid 2025 Trump-era tariffs. Discussions in Hangzhou emphasized the limits of the “China Plus One” st…

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Edric Poon: Podcaster Buddy Truths - E518 18:43

2M ago18:43

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In this lighthearted episode, Jeremy Au sits down with fellow podcaster Edric Poon, host of Podcaster’s Playground, for a unique twist on the usual format. Armed with a deck of “Truth or Drink” cards, the duo tackles unexpected and hilarious questions that reveal surprising insights about their lives and quirks. Highlights include: - Edric sharing …

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Dave Overton: Philippines Humanitarian Commitment, Serendipity at Geeks On A Beach Community, Cebu Serial Founder - E517 32:44

2M ago32:44

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Dave Overton, Founder of Symph.co & Geeks On A Beach, and Jeremy Au discussed: 1. Philippines Humanitarian Commitment: Dave recounts moving to the Philippines in 2003 with his wife, a midwife-turned-doctor, who co-founded a nonprofit delivering over 7,000 babies in the past two decades. What began as a temporary three- to five-year plan evolved int…

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Discover Your True Potential: From Corporate to Transformative Coaching with Alli Eldridge 30:41

2M ago30:41

30:41

Facing stress and uncertainty in your wellness journey? In today's episode, Megan Swan talks with Alli Eldridge about her transformative journey from corporate stress to functional wellness and finding clarity and purpose post-motherhood. Key Points Discussed: Functional Medicine Experience: Alli's path from traditional healthcare to functional med…

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Franco Verona: Foxmont Capital VC & BCG Report, Philippines Startup Opportunities, 10 Year Predictions - E516 31:03

2M ago31:03

31:03

Franco Verona, Managing Partner of Foxmont Capital Partners and Jeremy Au discussed: 1. Foxmont Capital VC & BCG Report: Franco recounted Foxmont Capital Partners’ journey since its founding in 2018, highlighting 40 investments across fintech, deep tech, and consumer goods. Their Philippine Venture Capital Report in collaboration with BCG has been …

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Jay Fajardo: Philippines Founder Exit, Startup Community Hubs, AI Disrupting BPO & Services - E515 37:05

2M ago37:05

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Jay Fajardo, Executive Director of IdeaSpace & QBO and Jeremy Au discussed 1. Philippines Founder Exit: Jay’s journey into tech began in 1983, when his father gifted him a Sinclair ZX81 computer, inspiring him to teach himself programming. By 15, he developed payroll software that he sold to a distributor, marking his entry into entrepreneurship. I…

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Carlo Chen-Delantar: PH 2025 Challenges, Trump Geopolitical Tensions, Corporate vs. Independent VCs - E514 26:49

2M ago26:49

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Carlo Chen-Delantar, Co-founder of Gobi-Core Philippine Fund, and Jeremy Au discussed: 1. Philippines 2025 Challenges: Carlo highlighted the 2024 Philippine Horizons Report, calling for the full implementation of the Innovative Startup Act of 2019 to address gaps in visas, taxes, and funding. Ambitious goals, such as creating four unicorns by 2030 …

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Kristine Beese: CEO of Untangle Money - Empowering Women's Financial Confidence and Knowledge 34:39

2M ago34:39

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In this episode, host Megan Swan delves into the entrepreneurial journey of Kristine Beese, the CEO of Untangle Money, highlighting her mission to empower women through tailored financial strategies and resources. Key Points Discussed: Kristine's Journey: Transition from an unfulfilling engineering career to finance, leading to the inception of her…

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5 Predictions & 5 Wishes in 2025 for Southeast Asia Tech with Shiyan Koh - E513 28:30

2M ago28:30

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Join Jeremy Au and Shiyan Koh, Managing Partner of Hustle Fund, as they share 5 bold predictions about Southeast Asia's tech ecosystem, including how VCs continue to shift their strategy, silent death of funds and the second-order impact of US-China decoupling on regional markets. Balancing optimism with pragmatism, they also discuss 5 wishes for t…

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Sean Ang: NUS Alumni Ventures, University Unicorn Founders, USA vs. Singapore Angels - E512 26:12

2M ago26:12

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Sean Ang, Chairman of NUS Alumni Ventures, and Jeremy Au discussed: 1. NUS Alumni Ventures: Sean shared how NUS Alumni Ventures (NAV), established in 2020, connects NUS alumni to startups across Southeast Asia for partnerships and investments. Inspired by Stanford Angels, NAV focuses on matchmaking rather than direct funding, organizing four major …

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Cheryl Lau: Law & PHD Dropout, Side Hustle to Thought Leadership Podcaster, Asian Childhood Beliefs vs. Personal Growth - E511 35:48

2M ago35:48

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Cheryl Lau from “Edit History” Podcast and Jeremy Au discussed: 1. Law & PHD Dropout: Cheryl reflected on leaving law school in Hong Kong in 2018 despite earning a scholarship due to self-awareness gained during internships and to focus on a research degree instead. She later had to choose to drop out of her Hong Kong PhD during the pandemic in ord…

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Turning Ideas into Impact: Firehood Co-founder Danielle Graham’s Insights on Tech and Innovation 23:12

3M ago23:12

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Curious about angel investing and how to empower women-founded tech ventures? In today's episode, Megan Swan dives into an inspiring conversation with Danielle Graham, exploring her journey and the profound impact of The Firehood. Key Points Discussed: The Catalyst: Danielle's journey from developing a women-focused tech accelerator to founding The…

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