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EPISODE · Feb 20, 2026 · 15 MIN

The Folly of Startup Investments: A Venture Capitalist's Vanishing Act

from Margin Call Confessions · host Launchpod Studio

Venture Capitalists are often seen as the golden geese of the startup world, but what happens when their investments go south? This episode dives into the story of a high-flying venture capitalist whose fortune vanished overnight due to a series of bad startup investments. We'll explore the psychology behind the 'fear of missing out' in the high-stakes world of startup investing and the devastating consequences of not conducting thorough due diligence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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