Best Adam Draper Podcasts (2025)

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First Check, with Adam Draper (Founder of Boost VC) 57:48

27d ago57:48

57:48

This week on Pathfinder, we welcome Adam Draper, founder and managing director of Boost VC, an early-stage venture capital firm based in San Mateo, CA, specializing in pre-seed deals in deep tech, including space. Boost VC’s track record includes early investments in space companies such as Varda, Starfish Space, and K2 Space. This episode explores…

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012 - The VA Life: Rebecca Gill on Supporting Businesses with Heart 28:52

3d ago28:52

28:52

Send us a text In this episode of Life with Purpose, I sit down with Rebecca Gill, founder of RG Virtual, to explore her journey from the corporate world of recruitment to launching her own virtual assistant business. Rebecca shares how her career took her from Ireland to Australia and Bali, the challenges she overcame, and the life-changing experi…

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Creating Change Through Law, Firefighting, and Community Service With Tom Lubnau 22:27

5d ago22:27

22:27

Tom Lubnau is the Owner of Lubnau Law Office, a Wyoming firm offering a spectrum of comprehensive legal services. Tom has practiced in almost every area of the law over his career, representing Fortune 500 companies as well as his neighbors. With over 35 years of legal experience, he focuses on health and hospital law but also engages in personal i…

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Space to Grow, with Matt Weinzierl and Brendan Rosseau 1:02:32

5d ago1:02:32

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This week on Pathfinder, we’re joined by Matt Weinzierl, Chair of the MBA Program and Professor at Harvard Business School, and Brendan Rosseau, a member of the strategy team for launch at Blue Origin. Together, they’ve co-authored Space to Grow: Unlocking the Final Economic Frontier, a new book exploring the history, key players, and economic forc…

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Building Expertise and Relationships in Estate Planning With Michael Menninger 26:19

12d ago26:19

26:19

Michael Menninger is the Owner and an Attorney at Houck Menninger Law, a boutique firm specializing in estate planning, trust, probate, and elder law. He is certified as a specialist in estate planning, trust, and probate law by the Ohio State Bar Association. Michael’s practice focuses on helping clients develop personalized plans to manage and pr…

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Unlocking Venture Capital Success: Tim Draper's Strategic Insights and Risk-Taking Lessons 25:56

13d ago25:56

25:56

Unlock the secrets of venture capitalism with Tim Draper, a trailblazer who has left an indelible mark across the global investment landscape. As the founder of Draper Associates, DFJ, and the Draper Venture Network, Tim's journey is a masterclass in strategic foresight and bold decision-making. From revolutionizing customer-driven growth with Hotm…

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Subsurface Vision, with Jeremiah Pate (CEO of Lunasonde) 43:37

13d ago43:37

43:37

This week on Pathfinder, we’re joined by Jeremiah Pate, founder and CEO of Lunasonde, a company pioneering subsurface imaging from space. Lunasonde is developing technology to map the Earth’s underground, leveraging low-frequency synthetic aperture radar (SAR) to identify critical minerals and resources. With two satellites launched and the first f…

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Building a Unique Legal Career and Empowering Small Businesses With Feras Mousilli 29:01

20d ago29:01

29:01

Feras Mousilli is the Managing Partner at Lloyd & Mousilli, a law firm he co-founded that specializes in intellectual property, startup law, and technology transactions for businesses of all sizes in the US and internationally. In addition to his JD, Feras holds a BS in biomedical engineering and an MSE in computer science. A registered US Patent A…

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Spectral Revolution, with Awais Ahmed (CEO of Pixxel) 54:10

20d ago54:10

54:10

This week on Pathfinder, we’re joined by Awais Ahmed, founder and CEO of Pixxel, a company focused on developing hyperspectral imaging technology from space. Pixxel is developing the world’s first commercial hyperspectral satellite constellation, aiming to provide detailed insights into critical industries like agriculture, energy, and defense. Wit…

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Family Law: Creating New Beginnings and Transforming Lives With Amber James 29:39

27d ago29:39

29:39

Amber James is the Founder, CEO, and Managing Member of New Beginnings Family Law, a firm dedicated to resolving disputes with compassion and care. In addition to helping parents resolve divorces and property division issues, Amber offers adoption, surrogacy, and estate planning services. Under her leadership, the firm has grown from its humble beg…

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Breaking Immigration Law Myths With Andres Mejer 35:39

1M ago35:39

35:39

Andres Mejer is the Owner of Andres Mejer Law & Associates, LLC, a New Jersey law firm specializing in helping individuals navigate the complexities of immigration law. Born in Santiago, Chile, and raised in a Spanish-speaking household, Andres has a personal connection to the immigrant experience, having faced the challenges of being an undocument…

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Mach 1, Dawn Rises, with Stefan Powell (CEO of Dawn Aerospace) 1:00:50

1M ago1:00:50

1:00:50

This week on Pathfinder, we’re ready to kick off 2025 with our first episode back from a brief holiday hiatus. Joining us is Stefan Powell, co-founder and CEO of Dawn Aerospace—a company focused on building scalable, sustainable space transportation solutions. After cutting their teeth with an in-space propulsion business, Dawn is now pushing the b…

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Empowering Future Leaders: Insights on Leadership and Entrepreneurship with Jeff Hoffman 35:20

1M ago35:20

35:20

What if you could transform your leadership style and create not just followers but future leaders? Join us as we explore the fascinating world of entrepreneurship with the multi-talented Jeff Hoffman, a celebrated humanitarian, bestseller author, and Hollywood film producer. Through this episode, Jeff shares his insights on cultivating a mindset t…

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011 - Six Pillars of Wellness: Angeline Hennessy-Thompson 36:08

1M ago36:08

36:08

Send us a text In this episode of Life With Purpose, I’m joined by the incredible Angeline Hennessy-Thompson. Angeline shares her expertise on the profound impact relationships have on our well-being and how understanding our emotional patterns can lead to healthier connections and greater self-awareness. We explore her transformative journey, incl…

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#188 Bernt Berg-Nielsen - How To Invest In 2025, Buffett And Munger Lessons, Nordic Stocks, Books 51:00

1M ago51:00

51:00

Bernt Berg-Nielsen is an investor and portfolio manager in Stolt Explorer. Bernt operates a fund inspired by lessons from Warren Buffett, with a special focus on the Nordics and Global equities. Follow Bernt on X: https://x.com/berg_bernt 00:00 - Why Become An Investor? 03:00 - Lessons From The Financial Crises 2008 08:15 - Interest Rates VS Stock …

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The Path To Building a Compassionate Family Law Practice With Chelsea Pagan 34:11

1M ago34:11

34:11

Chelsea Pagan is a Partner at Hepner & Pagan, a boutique family law firm specializing in mediation, collaborative divorces, and premarital planning. Chelsea has always been committed to making a difference in the local community, and family law has allowed her to help families transition through complex matters while maintaining civility and focusi…

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Advocacy, Education, and Empathy in Estate and Asset Protection With Shannon Pawley 30:01

2M ago30:01

30:01

Shannon Pawley, JD, LLM, is the Managing Partner and CEO of The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm. The firm was established to serve the legal needs of senior citizens when their health care needs increase, focusing its entire practice on elder law and estate planning matters, encompassing areas including Medicaid, VA benefits, and special needs. …

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Helping Companies Bring Global Talent to the US With Bennett Savitz 22:14

2M ago22:14

22:14

Bennett Savitz is the Managing Attorney at Savitz Law Offices, a business immigration firm that provides immigration services to clients in the US and internationally. With over 30 years of experience exclusively in immigration law, he has served on key committees of the American Immigration Lawyers Association and taught business immigration law a…

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Nuclear Power and Propulsion for a Lunar Architecture, with Joe Miller (BWXT) & Kerry Timmons (LMT) 52:22

2M ago52:22

52:22

Quick PSA: This is our final Pathfinder episode of 2024! We’re so grateful for your support and can’t wait to bring you more content and a new format next year. Stay tuned! In our third and final episode of our special three-part Pathfinder series on lunar architecture—brought to you by our partners at Lockheed Martin—we’re focusing on how nuclear-…

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#187 Oystein Kalleklev - Avance Gas, Flex LNG, Shipping Investing 2025, Dark Fleet, Energy Markets, Books 56:09

2M ago56:09

56:09

Oystein Kalleklev is the CEO of Flex LNG and Avance Gas, and comes back for a Christmas Special to cover shipping, investing and other interesting stories. Let us know what you think of the episode and share it with friends and network! 00:00 - Avance Gas 12:10 - Flex LNG And LNG Markets Ahead 24:10 - How To Finance Shipping, and Debt Structures 32…

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Defending Healthcare Practitioners Facing Legal Challenges With Richard West 29:40

2M ago29:40

29:40

Richard West is a Partner at Goodgold West Diaz Bennett & Klein, a law firm specializing in administrative law and litigation. With over 30 years of legal experience, Richard focuses on defending healthcare practitioners and other licensed professionals against disciplinary actions and advising businesses on New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act violations…

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Jordan Kutzer - Overcoming Rejection, Visceral Virtual Connections, and VR as a Car for the Internet 48:30

2M ago48:30

48:30

Join Boost VC’s Adam Draper as he chats with Jordan Kutzer, founder of Throwback Studios, about how Jordan correlates the competitive nature of starting a company to baseball, especially regarding his mission to become the biggest VR brand and media company in the world. During this high velocity discussion, Jordan details the overcoming of multipl…

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Commodities & Tech of a Lunar Architecture, with Tim Cichan & Christie Iacomini (Lockheed Martin) 55:14

2M ago55:14

55:14

In the second episode of our special three-part Pathfinder series on lunar architecture—brought to you by our partners at Lockheed Martin—we’re zooming in on the technologies and design principles that will help establish a sustainable, long-term presence on the Moon and pave the way for future missions to Mars. Joining us are Christie Iacomini, wh…

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010 - Dr. Adam Dorsay - Super Psyched: The Power of Connection 1:03:30

2M ago1:03:30

1:03:30

Send us a text In this special episode of Life With Purpose, Mel is joined by Dr. Adam Dorsay, a seasoned psychotherapist, award-winning podcast host, and author of Super Psyched: Unleash the Power of the Four Types of Connection and Live the Life You Love. With over 20,000 hours of psychotherapy experience, Adam has worked with everyone from Silic…

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ISAM in Defense Strategy, with Patsy Klein (Falcon Research) and Dennis Wille (Astroscale U.S.) 58:48

2M ago58:48

58:48

This week on Pathfinder, we’re excited to bring you a special one-off episode, made possible by Astroscale U.S., the Denver-based subsidiary of Astroscale, a global provider of on-orbit servicing solutions. This episode dives into the DoD’s push to integrate commercial in-space servicing, assembly, and manufacturing (ISAM) capabilities to enhance f…

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Keys to Legal Success in Finance With Neil O'Donnell 25:25

2M ago25:25

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Neil O'Donnell is the Managing Partner at Legal Scale, a boutique firm specializing in private equity transactions, fund formation, and corporate governance. With a JD/MBA from Cornell University and degrees in Biomedical Engineering from Johns Hopkins, Neil combines legal expertise with a strong foundation in business and finance. His career spans…

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Sampriti Bhattacharyya - An Awakening, Flying Boats, and Maritime Dynamism 49:09

2M ago49:09

49:09

Join Boost VC’s Adam Draper as he chats with Sampriti Bhattacharyya, founder of Navier. She shares her journey from a small city in India to building a next-gen maritime company in the U.S. From sun-tracking solar panels to dodging marriage and surviving a landslide, Sampriti’s story is one of overcoming challenges. She highlights the value of exce…

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A Future Lunar Architecture, with Alex MacDonald (NASA) & Rob Chambers (Lockheed Martin) 1:05:00

2M ago1:05:00

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This week on Pathfinder, we’re kicking off a special three-part series on lunar architecture, brought to you by our friends at Lockheed Martin. To kick off the series, we’re exploring the future of lunar architecture more broadly with Rob Chambers, Director of Strategy for Human Space Exploration at Lockheed Martin, and Alex MacDonald, Chief Econom…

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From the Philippines to New York: Practicing Immigration Law With Purpose With Licelle Cobrador 23:35

3M ago23:35

23:35

Licelle Cobrador is the Founding Attorney at Cobrador & Associates PLLC, a firm specializing in immigration, intellectual property, business, and real estate law. With a background in both US and Philippine law, she brings a unique perspective to her work, having initially practiced law in the Philippines before earning an LLM in intellectual prope…

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AJ Forsythe - from 2000lb Crystals, to Cracked iPhones, to Chickens on Mars 49:08

3M ago49:08

49:08

Join Boost VC’s Adam Draper as he chats with AJ Forsythe, founder of Coop, about his not-so-illustrious journey as a founder, and the rewarding yet challenging components of building companies. Discover how AJ’s journey evolved from his first steps building iCracked to his ambitious mission of putting chickens on Mars. Adam and AJ reflect on the na…

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From F-18s to Term Sheets, with Chris Morales (Partner at Point72 Ventures) 48:51

3M ago48:51

48:51

This week on Pathfinder, we are joined by Chris Morales, Partner at Point72 Ventures, for a discussion on venture capital’s role in shaping the space and defense technology landscape. In this episode, Chris provides a detailed overview of Point72 Ventures’ strategic approach to investing, drawing on his background as a former naval officer and his …

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Advocating for Clients Through Personal Injury Law With Usman Fazli 28:45

3M ago28:45

28:45

Usman Fazli is the Managing Attorney at Fazli Law Firm, a personal injury law practice dedicated to advocating for accident victims and small businesses. Born and raised in Queens and Long Island, he brings over 22 years of experience across multiple states, including Texas, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. With a background in both finance and lega…

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End-to-End Space, with Peter Beck (CEO of Rocket Lab) 52:54

3M ago52:54

52:54

This week on Pathfinder, we’re excited to welcome the one and only Peter Beck, founder and CEO of Rocket Lab. Rocket Lab continues to solidify its position as a leading end-to-end space company, offering launch services, spacecraft platforms, and in-house satellite manufacturing. In light of Rocket Lab’s Q3 earnings report, which saw a 55% year-ove…

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#186 Lars Christian Skarsgård - Belships, Shipping, Dry Bulk, Ship Buying, Japan, Strategy, Career Advice 56:15

3M ago56:15

56:15

Lars Christian Skarsgård is the CEO of the shipping company Belships, listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange. Lars Christian is one of the most respected profiles within the shipping industry and it was great fun to have in back for part 2 in the Vonheim podcast. Let us know what you think of the episode! 00:00 - Introduction and US Predictions 02:36 - …

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Championing the Vulnerable in High-Stakes Cases With Ian Alexander 30:34

3M ago30:34

30:34

Ian Alexander is a Partner at Goldberg & Goldberg, a law firm specializing in representing victims of negligence, particularly those injured by large corporations and medical malpractice cases. With over 30 years of experience, Ian has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for his clients, establishing himself as a leading trial lawyer in cases…

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Collin West - Rowing across the Arctic, Near Death Experiences, and Venture Capital 46:39

3M ago46:39

46:39

Join Boost VC’s Adam Draper as he chats with Collin West, founder of Ensemble VC, about his incredible journey rowing across the Arctic Ocean and how it changed his approach to decision-making and team management. Learn how this experience influences Ensemble’s data-driven approach to assessing startups. Adam and Collin dive into the evolution of v…

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Direct to Deployment, with Robert Sproles (CEO of Exolaunch) 54:59

3M ago54:59

54:59

This week on Pathfinder, we explore the world of satellite deployment and launch services with Robert Sproles, CEO of Exolaunch. Exolaunch is a leader in satellite integration, offering launch services and deployment solutions for commercial and government clients. We explore how Exolaunch has built a cashflow-positive business with a remarkable tr…

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009 - Straight Talking Dating Coach - Eimear Draper 34:37

3M ago34:37

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Send us a text In this special guest episode, Mel Harrowsmith is joined by Eimear Draper, a straight-talking dating coach and founder of Kindling Dating. Together, they dive into the world of dating, exploring how our closest relationships influence our sense of purpose and fulfilment. Eimear shares insights into the dating challenges of 2024, the …

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Building a $10 Million Law Firm as a Non-Lawyer CEO With James Hansen 29:12

3M ago29:12

29:12

James Hansen is the CEO & Co-founder of Genesis Legal Group, a law firm specializing in family law and criminal defense. A serial entrepreneur with a background in banking, insurance, and digital marketing, James has a track record of building successful businesses through strategic hiring, digital client acquisition, and a client-first approach. I…

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#185 Steen Jakobsen - US Election, Investing 2025, Energy, Shipping, Saxo Bank, Mentoring 45:59

3M ago45:59

45:59

Steen Jakobsen’s career includes pivotal roles at institutions such as Chase Manhattan, UBS, Christiania Bank, and Saxo Bank where he is recognised for his expertise in markets and trading. Steen is renowned for his annual "Outrageous Predictions" report, which challenges conventional market wisdom and stimulates critical thinking about potential e…

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Law Meets Philosophy and Tech With Brian Beckcom 29:49

3M ago29:49

29:49

Brian Beckcom is the Founding Partner and Owner of VB Attorneys, a personal injury law firm based in Houston, Texas. As a board-certified personal injury trial lawyer and recognized Texas Super Lawyer for 14 years in a row, Brian has secured multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements, earning his firm a reputation for litigating against major cor…

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The Future of Manufacturing, with Erik Palitsch & TJ Ronacher (Co-Founders of Freeform) 1:02:14

3M ago1:02:14

1:02:14

This week on Pathfinder, we explore the future of 3D metal printing and manufacturing with Erik Palitsch and TJ Ronacher, co-founders of Freeform, a pioneering startup aiming to redefine industrial-scale additive manufacturing. Both SpaceX alumni, Erik and TJ share their journeys from leading projects on the Merlin and Raptor engines to co-founding…

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Flamingo Leadership: Standing Tall for Social Justice With Amy Petkovsek 22:51

4M ago22:51

22:51

Amy Petkovsek, Esq., is the Executive Director of the Community Law Center, Maryland's only legal services organization dedicated solely to strengthening neighborhoods and the nonprofit sector. With prior roles at Maryland Legal Aid, including as Deputy Chief Counsel, she boasts an extensive background in child advocacy and appellate law. Committed…

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Harnessing the Sun, with Baiju Bhatt (CEO of Aetherflux) 53:26

4M ago53:26

53:26

In this week’s pod, we dive into the world of space-based solar power with Baiju Bhatt, co-founder of Robinhood and now founder of Aetherflux, a new startup aiming to change how we think about energy from space. Baiju takes us on his personal journey from building a public company to tackling one of the most ambitious ideas in the space industry. D…

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Paving the Way for Safer Roads and Mentoring Young Lawyers With Deena Buchanan 29:06

4M ago29:06

29:06

Deena Buchanan is the Founding Partner of Buchanan Law Firm LLC, a firm specializing in personal injury and employment law. She has over two decades of legal experience and has handled wrongful death, catastrophic injury, and employment cases in more than 20 jurisdictions, including high-stakes litigation for large corporations and plaintiff repres…

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#184 Nicolai Heidenreich (Highlight) - How To Build A Shipping Fund 18:46

4M ago18:46

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Nicolai Heidenreich is the managing partner of NRP Maritime Asset Management and has over 25 years of experience within the maritime and shipping sector. Since 2012 he has managed several portfolios of shipping and offshore investments worth in excess USD 150 million. Prior to NRP, Heidenreich was a partner at Pareto Project Finance and also worked…

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Empathy and Dedication in Trial Law With Tom Feher 27:41

4M ago27:41

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Thomas (Tom) Feher is the Founder and CEO of Feher Law APC, which specializes in litigating catastrophic injury, wrongful death, and employment cases throughout California. At 40, he has tried over 50 jury trials to verdict, earning him notable recognition, such as CAALA's Rising Star Award in 2018 and OCTLA's Young Gun Award in 2017. Tom, the son …

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Telemetry Unleashed, with Karthik & Austin (CEO & CTO of Sift) 49:34

4M ago49:34

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In this week’s Pathfinder pod, we bring in Karthik Gollapudi, CEO, and Austin Spiegel, CTO, of Sift, as they dive into the company's mission to build software tools for complex machines, with a focus on telemetry solutions. Sift’s platform enables end-to-end data ingestion, real-time analysis, and visualization, helping companies streamline the tes…

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008 - Hold the Line: How to Keep Your Boundaries Firm 5:22

4M ago5:22

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Send us a text In this episode of Life with Purpose, Mel Harrowsmith dives into the tough reality of keeping those hard-earned boundaries in place. You've set your boundaries—yay, go you!—but now comes the challenge of holding firm when others start poking at them. Whether it's subtle nudging or full-on boundary busting, this episode is all about h…

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007 - Setting Boundaries: Your First Step to Self-Care 12:11

4M ago12:11

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Send us a text Mel Harrowsmith explores the practical steps for setting healthy boundaries in both your personal and professional life. Setting boundaries can feel daunting, especially if you’ve lived with rigid or porous boundaries for years, but clear limits are essential for your well-being and relationships. Mel shares her personal journey with…

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