PODCAST · business
A Few Things with Jim Barrood
by James Barrood
The show focuses on discussions with leaders in the areas of entrepreneurship, innovation, technology and startup ecosystems.
Episodes
-
Social entrepreneurship, scaling organizations and clean water with Phillip Wilson, CEO, ecofiltro
We discussed a few things including: 1. His career journey 2. His transition to impact venturing 3. The ecofiltro story 4. Trends, opps and challenges in the impact ecosystem Phillip is an entrepreneur, father, and mentor. He began his involvement by accompanying his mother in the foundation she...
-
How can universities transform breakthrough research into real-world impact: Craig Arnold, Princeton
We discussed a few things including: 1. His career journey 2. His research 3. Innovation at Princeton 4. Trends, opps and challenges relating to research/tech transfer in academia 5. Outlook for 2026-2027 As vice dean for innovation, Craig B. Arnold leads the Office of Innovation and oversees the...
-
Inside the AI Infrastructure Race: How CoreWeave is Building the Future with Corey Sanders
We discussed a few things including: 1. His career journey 2. CoreWeave's trajectory 3. AI ecosystem/timeline 4. AI trends, opps and challenges 5. Outlook for 2026-2027 Corey is the Senior Vice President of Product at CoreWeave. In this role. Corey runs the product team focused on the Core AI...
-
From worm poop to one of planet's most innovative recyclers with TerraCycle founder/CEO, Tom Szaky.
We discussed a few things including: 1. Tom's entrepreneurial journey 2. The 25 year TerraCycle growth story 3. Lessons Learned 4. Future vision for the company 5. Outlook for the recyclables industry Tom Szaky is founder and CEO of TerraCycle, an international leader in recycling, recycled...
-
Why AI security can’t be ignored as the tech advances at lightning speed with Jon Dambrot, CraniumAI
We discussed a few things including: 1. Jonathan's career journey 2. Cranium AI 3. AI ecosystem and timeline 4. AI trends, opps and challenges 5. Outlook for 2026 Jonathan is CEO of Cranium AI, Inc. The company spun out of the KPMG Studio and came out of stealth mode in April 2023. Jonathan is a...
-
$1 Tril Opp: How Refugees & Survivors are Rebuilding Economy with Navneet Bhalla + Aditya Khurjekar
We discussed a few things including: 1. Their career journeys 2. Manavi 3. CivitasID 4. Trends, opps and challenges 5. Outlook for 2026 Navneet oversees all programming and operations at Manavi. She is a passionate advocate for human rights, human rights law, social justice and equality. Prior to...
-
Startup ecosystem dynamics, Miami, Austin (TX), tech and funding trends, challenges and opportunities with Melissa Medina and Paul O'Brien
We discussed a few things including 1. Their career journeys 2. Miami ecosystem 3. Austin/Texas ecosystem 4. Trends, opps and challenges for entrepreneurs and startup communities 5. Outlook for 2026 Melissa Medina has over 20 years of experience as an entrepreneur, operator, investor, community...
-
When Policy Shakes Innovation: Founders, Funders, and the Real Impact of Uncertainty on Startups and Science with G. Heraman and G. Pedersen
We discussed a few things including: 1. Your career journeys 2. Gitte's biotech venture 3. Garnet's venture capital firm 4. Discuss effects of federal policies on innovation ecosystem 5. Discuss outlook for 2026 Garnet Heraman is a serial entrepreneur and investor with 25 years experience at the...
-
Funding Trends: AI, Capital Crunch + New Funding Playbook with Carta's Hamza Shad + VC Mellie Chow
We discussed a few things including: 1. Their career journeys 2. Carta 3. Archangel and Techstars 4. Current trends 5. Outlook for investing for 2026 Hamza Shad is an insights manager at Carta, where he analyzes data on startups and the venture capital ecosystem. He leads Carta's quarterly State…
more -
Collaboration, venture building, pharma, healthcare with Merck's Bill Taranto + Joel Krikston
We discussed a few things including: 1. Their career journeys 2. Merck's venture strategy and GHIF story 3. MSD Idea Studios 4. CVC landscape and trends 5. Outlook for pharma and innovation Bill has led MSD Global Health Innovation (GHI) since 2010, playing a strong role in the US company’s...
-
#149 Jenny Fielding talks about entrepreneurship, funding, talent, lessons learned and her new book
We discussed a few things including: 1. Jenny's career journey 2. The funding environment, then your fund 3. What she is seeing at the universities she teaches at; trends in young talent 4. Her new book 5. Trends, challenges and opportunities re startup ecosystem Jenny Fielding is a seasoned...
-
#148 Responsible AI in housing, financial services, NFHA AI Conf. with Lisa Rice + Michael Akinwumi
We discussed a few things including: 1. Their career journeys 2. History of NFHA 3. Michael's impact on organization; AI in housing/financial services 4. April 28-30 Responsible AI Symposium https://events.nationalfairhousing.org/2025AISymposium 5. Trends, challenges and opportunities re fair...
-
#146 Talent, Performance Coaching, Mental Health with Tara Thurber + Ben Kenyon
We discussed a few things including: 1. Their career journeys 2. Ben's Coaching approach 3. Tara's coaching approach; future coach for college students 4. Ben's book, CLIMB 5. Trends, challenges and opportunities re health and mental health. Tara Thurber is the Founder | Director of Partnerships…
more -
#145 AI, Space, Quantum, Research, Technology, Innovation with Thierry Klein, Nokia Bell Labs
We discussed a few things including: 1. Thierry's career journey 2. Nokia Bell Labs history and current research 3. AI and Generative AI 4. Space and network on the moon 5. Trends, challenges and opportunities in tech Thierry Klein is the President of Bell Labs Solutions Research at Nokia. His...
-
#144 Entrepreneurship, Noom, funding, dating sites, book, trends with Geoff Cook, Catherine Connelly
We discussed a few things including: 1. Their career journeys 2. The Meet Group 3. Noom 4. New book Designing Success and female entrepreneurship 5. Trends, challenges and opportunities re health, wellness and tech Geoff is the CEO of Noom. He is also a serial entrepreneur and long-time public...
-
#143 Female entrepreneurship, startup and funding environment, Springboard accelerator and outlook with legendary Kay Koplovitz
We discussed a few things including: 1. Kay's career journey 2. The startup/funding landscape, particularly for women 3. Springboard accelerator and thesis 4. Trends, challenges and opportunities re new ventures and funding Kay Koplovitz is the founder and former Chairman & CEO of USA Networks…
more -
#142 Career, AI, education, retraining, talent, K-12, higher ed with author/professor Michael Horn
We discussed a few things including: 1. Mike's career journey 2. How education has changed since pandemic 3. AI related opportunities challenges 4. New book 5. Future trends and forecasts Michael B. Horn strives to create a world in which all individuals can build their passions and fulfill their...
-
#141 Female entrepreneurship, funding, lessons learned with Sequoia Blodgett + Jennifer Tsay
We discussed a few things including: 1. Their career journeys 2. Scaling Shoott 3. Launching Lexore (formerly Frame Me) 4. Lessons learned 5. Trends, challenges and opportunities re photo and video industries Sequoia Blodgett is a visionary entrepreneur at the intersection of media and…
more -
#140 How to save money on your taxes under the Trump administration with Len Green
It was great, as usual, to chat with Len Green, CPA, MBA, serial entrepreneur and founder/chair of The Green Group. He shared his wisdom and practical insights during a wide ranging AMA session. * Links to full convo in comments We discussed a few things including: 1. Len's entrepreneurial…
more -
#139 Crypto industry (BTC) trends, outlook under new admin with Lou Kerner, Nisa Amoils, Sal Ternullo
We discussed a few things including: 1. Their career journeys 2. Crypto/blockchain history 3. Bitcoin timeline and latest surge 4. How Biden administration affected industry and expectations under Trump 5. Trends, challenges and opportunities relating to crypto Lou Kerner is a Founding Partner of...
-
#138 Scaling manufacturing ventures, fundraising, Shark Tank success with Mitch Cahn and Audley Wilson
We discussed a few things including: 1. Their career journeys 2. Roboburger and Shark Tank success 3. Unionwear's long term growth 4. How the ecosystem has supported them 5. Trends, challenges and opportunities re manufacturing Mitch started Unionwear in 1992 with six sewers and a contract to…
more -
#137 Gen AI in Education and training/retraining workforce in AI with Alex Swartsel and Amber Ivey
We discussed a few things including: 1. Their career journeys 2. AI and education 3. AI and talent/workforce 4. Amber's book 5. Trends, challenges and opportunities re AI and education/talent Alex Swartsel is managing director of Jobs for the Future (JFF) Labs' Insights practice, a growing team...
-
#136 Latest advances, opps and challenges re Generative AI with Jordan Wilson, Everyday AI
We discussed a few things including: 1. Jordan's career journey 2. Historical progress 3. Latest AI developments 4. How we can leverage AI 5. Trends, challenges and opportunities re AI Jordan is an AI strategist and founder and host of Everyday AI. Everyday AI is a fast-growing media company...
-
#135 Technology, Entrepreneurship and so many insights from legendary author/evangelist Guy Kawaski
We discussed a few things including: 1. Guy's amazing career journey 2. His perspectives on the latest technology 3. Insights on entrepreneurship 4. Guy's new book, Think Remarkable 5. Trends, challenges and opportunities re startup landscape, tech, etc. Guy Kawasaki is the chief evangelist of...
-
#134 Teaching Generative AI to the next Generations with Nihat Guvercin and Jason Gulya
We discussed a few things including: 1. Their career journeys 2. Gen AI and education 3. Nihat's iLearn schools 4. Jason's teaching and AI journey 5. Trends, challenges and opportunities re tech and education Nihat Guvercin is an educational administrator passionate about enhancing public…
more -
#133 Entrepreneurship, fundraising, healthcare, fintech industries with Garnet Heraman + TJ Ademiluyi
We discussed a few things including: 1. Their career journeys 2. The startup/funding landscape 3. TJ's heathcare fintech venture 4. Garnet's fund/thesis 5. Trends, challenges and opportunities re new ventures and funding Garnet Heraman is a serial entrepreneur and investor with 25 years…
more -
#132 Entrepreneurship, drones and defense industry with Matt Higgins, Shark Tank Shark, CEO, RSE Ventures and Ryan Gury, CEO, PDW
We discussed a few things including: 1. Thier career journeys 2. The startup landscape 3. Matt's investments, entrepreneurial ventures and defense industry 4. Ryan's drone company 5. Discuss trends, challenges and opportunities re new ventures and defense industry Matt Higgins is a noted serial...
-
#131 Chahal + Leuchten + Balasubramanian [6.27.24] share insights on the state of AI in Life Sciences
On June 27, 2024 we discussed AI in Life Sciences with Jot Chahal, Johnson & Johnson, Patricia Leuchten, Diligent Pharma and V. "Bala" Balasubramanian, PhD, MBA, Orion Innovation Jot Chahal is Vice President, Global Digital Health at Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine, where he is accelerating...
-
#130 Karin + Harvey talk about mental health and how AI and Gen AI can help improve health
We discussed a few things including: 1. Their career journeys 2. Mental health crisis 3. Karin's startup and product 4. Harvey's work relating to #AI in #Healthcare 5. Trends, challenges and opportunities re AI and health Karin Andrea Stephan is a visionary leader and serial entrepreneur with…
more -
#129 Kara Alaimo + Lauren Tetenbaum talk about mental health and social media's negative effects
We discussed a few things including: 1. Their career journeys 2. The mental health crisis 3. Kara's research and new book, Over the Influence 4. Lauren's practice 5. Trends, challenges and opportunities re social media and mental health Kara Alaimo, PhD, is a communication professor at Fairleigh...
-
#128 Steve LeVine talks about the state of the EV and battery industries and future trends
We discussed Steve's impressive journalistic background and then the state of the battery and electric vehicle industries, domestically and globally. Steve LeVine is Editor of The Electric, a publication on the future of batteries, electric vehicles, and the new mobility. The Electric is owned by...
-
#127 Jen Libby + Danielle Dick talk about mental health landscape, innovation, entrepreneurship and opportunities
We discussed a few things including: 1. Their career journeys 2. The mental health crisis 3. Jen's vision/promly 4. Danielle's research and vision for Thrive Genetics + The Child Code 5. Trends, challenges and opportunities in health Jennifer Libby has been a psychotherapist for over 20 years...
-
#126 Kash Patel + Rohit Vashisht + Donna Conroy share insights on state of AI in healthcare and pharma
On Jan 30, 2024 we discussed a few things including the latest state of AI in #healthcare and #pharma. Panelists include: Kash Patel is the Executive Vice President and Chief Digital Information Officer, Hackensack Meridian Health, New Jersey’s largest and most comprehensive health network. Mr....
-
#125 Kaneene + Stewart + Lynn [1.31.24] share insights on state of entrepreneurship, funding and acceleration
On Jan 31, 2024 we discussed a few things including the latest state of #entrepreneurship, #funding and #acceleration. Speakers included: Kange Kaneene, is the Vice President of SAP.iO Foundries North and Latin America and Caribbean, SAP’s global network of no-equity ask external startup...
-
#124 Sam Caucci + Raja Skogland talk entrepreneurship, LinkedIn branding, funding and growth
We discussed a few things including: 1. Their career journeys 2. Discuss Raja's vision/European market 3. Discuss the 1Huddle story and vision 4. Talk about how LinkedIn has helped your business/career 5. Best practices for leaders leveraging LI and other social media Sam is the CEO and Founder…
more -
#123 Jordan Wilson, Everyday AI host, on latest advances, opps and challenges re Generative AI
We discussed a few things including: 1. Jordan's entrepreneurial journey 2. Everyday AI podcast + Newsletter 3. Opps and Challenges related to #AI 4. Forecast for 2024 5. Guidance for young and old Jordan is an AI strategist and founder and host of Everyday AI. Everyday AI is a fast-growing media...
-
#122 Mark Hurst talks about the rise of technology and related risks to consumers
We discussed a few things including: 1. Mark's entrepreneurial journey 2. Creative Good timeline 3. His radio show, Techtonic 4. Forecast for 2024 - state of technology; CES; AI 5. Future trends Mark is the founder of Creative Good, the New York-based consultancy and creative platform that he...
-
#121 Benjy + Brandon talk about board dynamics and best practices for company and nonprofits boards
We discussed a few things including: 1. Their impressive career journeys 2. The OpenAI/Sam Altman drama 3. Best practices for leaders of various size and types companies 4. For-profit versus non-profit boards 5. Differences between boards of directors and advisory boards Benjy is an executive…
more -
#120 Micheline Nader + Stephen Bozer talk about leadership, purpose, empathy, mentorship and other insights
We discussed a few things including: 1. Their career journeys 2. Their unique leadership experiences 3. LEAP overview 4. Advice for young people Micheline Nader, BSN, MPH, DESS is a serial healthcare entrepreneur, best-selling author of “Leap Beyond Success/ How leaders evolve” Amazon:...
-
#119 Neha Shah + Bruce Molloy on AI trends, ChatGPT, Generative AI, ethical and responsible AI.
We discussed a few things including the latest #AI trends, #ChatGPT, #GenerativeAI, ethical and #responsibleAI. Speakers included: Neha Shah is the Cofounder and President of GEP and a Certified AI faculty from the VJAL Institute. She has been a pivotal force in developing GEP from its beginnings...
-
#118 Edrizio De La Cruz on entrepreneurship, resilience, Ycombinator, raising money, selling company
We discussed a few things including: 1. Your corporate and entrepreneurial journey 2. Investment banking lessons - Arcus insights 3. Y Combinator insights 4. State of the funding and accelerator markets 5. Future trends domestically and globally Edrizio is a former Y Combinator visiting partner.…
more -
#117 Jason Crawforth + Joao-Pierre Ruth on deepfakes, misinformation, privacy, elections, democracy
We discussed a few things including: 1. Jason and JP's career journeys 2. How Jason founded Swear 3. JP's assessment of media and misinformation landscape 4. How to protect against misinformation and deepfakes 5. Tech trends, opportunities + forecasts Jason Crawforth, founder of Swear.com, has…
more -
#116 Gary Stewart, MD, Techstars NYC on entrepreneurship, funding environment, AI, his journey
We discussed a few things including: 1. Gary's legal, corporate and entrepreneurial journeys 2. Techstars vision 3. Tips for entrepreneurs 4. State of the funding and accelerator markets 5. Future trends Gary is the Managing Director of the Techstars New York City Accelerator powered by J.P....
-
#115 Atul Sood, CEO, Kitchen United, discusses food industry trends, ghost kitchens, Mr. Beast, AI
We discussed a few things including: 1. Atul's corporate and entrepreneurial journey 2. Kitchen United's story 3. Industry challenges and opportunities - ghost/dark kitchens 4. Insights/trends relating to retail, food and delivery 5. Lessons learned - importance of relationships/friendships Atul...
-
#114 James Hodson + Lacey Hunter - AI for Good, AI trends, TechAid
We discussed a few things including: 1. Their career journeys 2. How James founded AI for Good 3. Lacey's unique path to social entrepreneurship 4. TechAid Vision 5. AI trends, opportunities + forecasts As CEO of the AI for Good Foundation, James Hodson is responsible for building economic and...
-
#113 Biotech investing, entrepreneurship, trends: Jim Gunton + Nina Tandon - A Few Things - 33 Min
We discussed a few things including: 1. Their career journeys 2. How Jim landed in an investing career 3. Nina's unique path to entrepreneurship 4. State of investing landscape/outlook 5. Trends, opportunities in biotech and ecosystem Jim Gunton has invested in privately-held growth technology...
-
#112 Yat Siu: Future of web3, digital ownership, crypto, AI, blockchain, NFTs, education, gaming
Yat Siu moved to Hong Kong in 1996, where he set up Hong Kong Cybercity, the first free web page and email provider in Asia. In 1997 Yat joined AT&T Solutions' System Integration practice, but left in 1998 to set up Outblaze, which developed innovative web-based multilingual white label...
-
# 111 Leadership Chat: Randal Pinkett + Gina Pisasale - A Few Things - 44 Min
We discussed a few things including: 1. Their DEI and entrepreneurial journeys 2. Lessons learned 3. Randal's insights on data and diversity + new book 4. Gina's experience in the nonprofit, arts world 5. Trends, opportunities and challenges in diversity space Dr. Randal Pinkett, author of...
-
#110 Branding Chat: Stacey Ross Cohen - A Few Things - 44 Min
We discussed a few things including: 1. Stacey's corporate and entrepreneurial journeys 2. Lessons learned 3. Branding and Social Media 4. College and career guidance 5. Importance of Empathy In the world of branding, few experts possess the savvy and instinct of Stacey Ross Cohen. An…
more -
#109 Talent Chat: Claudette McGowan + Alex Hamilton - A Few Things - 43 Min
We discussed a few things including: 1. Claudette's and Alex's corporate and entrepreneurial journeys 2. Lessons learned 3. Claudette's startup and the cyber landscape/talent 4. Alex's venture and state of tech talent 5. Trends, opportunities and challenges in cyber/talent Claudette is a global...
We're indexing this podcast's transcripts for the first time — this can take a minute or two. We'll show results as soon as they're ready.
No matches for "" in this podcast's transcripts.
No topics indexed yet for this podcast.
Loading reviews...
ABOUT THIS SHOW
The show focuses on discussions with leaders in the areas of entrepreneurship, innovation, technology and startup ecosystems.
HOSTED BY
James Barrood
CATEGORIES
Loading similar podcasts...
Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes does A Few Things with Jim Barrood have?
A Few Things with Jim Barrood currently has 159 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is A Few Things with Jim Barrood about?
The show focuses on discussions with leaders in the areas of entrepreneurship, innovation, technology and startup ecosystems.
How often does A Few Things with Jim Barrood release new episodes?
A Few Things with Jim Barrood publishes regularly with 159 episodes available. Check the episode list for the typical release schedule.
Where can I listen to A Few Things with Jim Barrood?
You can listen to A Few Things with Jim Barrood on PodParley by clicking any episode. We provide an embedded audio player for direct listening, and you can also subscribe via your preferred podcast app using the RSS feed.
Who hosts A Few Things with Jim Barrood?
A Few Things with Jim Barrood is created and hosted by James Barrood.
URL copied to clipboard!