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June 12, 2023

From Coimbatore to Success: Vinod Shankar on Empowering Founders at Java Capital.

Welcome to another enlightening episode of Understanding VC! In this captivating discussion, I sit down with Vinod Shankar, a seasoned Partner and Co-founder at Java Capital, an early stage venture capital firm based in India. With over 18 years of industry expertise, Vinod graciously shares his wealth of insights and…

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June 12, 2023

PitchMeNot: Saurabh Gunwant from 8X Ventures featuring Atmax

PitchMeNot is a podcast that takes listeners inside the initial pitch meetings between startup founders and VCs. It goes beyond the pitch by featuring candid debriefs from the VCs once the founders leave the room, providing valuable insights into the world of startups and investments. In this episode, I’m joined…

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June 6, 2023

Inside B Capital: Chandan Deep's Strategies for Startup Success During Challenging Times

Join us for an inspiring and insightful podcast episode as we delve into the career journey of Chandan Deep, Vice President of Strategy and Operations at B Capital Group. Chandan shares her motivations behind transitioning from consulting to working at Twitter and ultimately joining B Capital, where she partners with…

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June 1, 2023

Revolutionizing Traditional Industries with AI: Insights from Mikhail Taver of Taver Capital

Join us in this captivating podcast episode as we delve into the world of venture capital with Mikhail Taver, the investor behind Taver Capital. Discover why psychology plays a crucial role in early-stage investments and gain insights into Mikhail's transition from private equity to venture capital. Uncover the driving force…

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May 24, 2023

Startup Investments, Being a Dual-Threat CEO, and Marketing Agency to a VC Fund | Erik Huberman

Understanding VC is a deep dive on how venture capitalists work. In this episode, Rahul engages in an enlightening conversation with Erik Huberman, a prominent figure in the entrepreneurial landscape. 📌 Timestamps: 00:00 - 00:26 - Introduction 00:26 - 09:55 - Erik's childhood, hobbies and interests. 09:55 - 18:27 -…

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May 18, 2023

From Intel Intern to Food Tech Visionary: Funding, Challenges & Future Trends | Brian Frank | FTW

In this episode of Understanding VC hosted by Rahul, Brian talks about: 00:00 - 02:45: Introduction 02:45 - 07:10: Brain's Journey with Intel in 1996 07:10 - 12:15: Learnings from Brain's Internship at Intel for Entrepreneurship 12:15 - 23:19: FTW Ventures' Funding Strategy 23:19 - 30:29: Lack of VC Investment…

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May 9, 2023

Unlocking the Secrets of AI: A Deep Dive into Funding, Startups, and the Future Landscape with Terry

🚀 Don't miss this mind-blowing exploration into the world of AI! Join us as we unravel the secrets and dive deep into the realm of funding, startup success, and future trends. In this captivating video, we cover: 00:00 - 03:35 - Introduction 03:35 - 05:22 - What does Terry think…

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April 11, 2023

Building Connect the Dots- an AI Networking Platform for Startups | Drew Sechrist

In this episode of Understanding VC (a podcast that dives deep into Venture Capitalism), Rahul has an insightful conversation with Drew Sechrist, founder of Connect the Dots, an AI networking platform which maps professional relationships so you can find the strongest connections to the people and companies you want to…

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April 6, 2023

Alex Felix from CoinFund

In this insightful Understanding VC episode, I speak with Alex Felix, Chief Investment Officer and Managing Partner of CoinFund, as he shares his journey from being a national ski champion to a career in finance and venture capital. He discusses the differences between private equity and venture capital, and explains…

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March 29, 2023

How can founders obtain information about VCs | Changes in the Indian Startup Ecosystem | Shwetank

In the latest episode of the Understanding VC podcast, Rahul speaks with Shwetank Verma, Co-Founder, and General Partner at Leo Capital. Shwetank explains that he ended up in venture due to a natural progression of his experiences in building and selling companies, working as an investor at a family office,…

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March 21, 2023

Valerie Van Vu | Fund-raising journey and Three Cs she is bringing to the Vietnam startup ecosystem

In the latest episode of the Understanding VC podcast, Valerie Van Vu, Founding Partner at Ansible Ventures shares that they does not only invest in seasoned entrepreneurs, but also in first-time founders who have a strong passion and vision for their business. Ansible Ventures aims to bridge global networks and…

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March 13, 2023

Which businesses create the most impact, Asian startups and more! | Amra Naidoo | Accelerating Asia

🎙Hey! Welcome to the first episode of UnderstandingVC on YouTube. UnderstandingVC (UVC) is a podcast that dives deep into understanding how venture capitalists work. 🎯 In this episode you will learn: 1. According to Amra, should everyone start a business at least once in their career? 2. What is Accelerating…

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