In this riveting episode of Stonkcast, we're joined by tech luminary and investment maven, Ryan Holmes, the co-founder of the globally recognized social media management platform, Hootsuite. Now charting a new course in seed stage investing through LOI Ventures, Holmes brings a unique perspective on startup growth, venture capital, and navigating the ever-shifting market landscape. This episode offers a rare opportunity to learn from one of tech's leading figures. Whether you're an aspiring...

Stonks CEO Ali Moiz is back again, this time with Founder of Behind Genius Ventures, Paige Finn Doherty. On this episode of the Stonkcast we draw a direct correlation between loving the acclaimed TV series "Silicon Valley" and achieving the ambitious goal of Forbes 30 under 30. All jokes aside, Ali and Paige discuss the path to creating her own venture fund, inspirations and the value of leveraging social media to build trust in the startup ecosystem.

Join Ali Moiz and Regina Gerbeaux as they delve into the exciting world of CEO coaching in the latest episode of the Stonkcast.  Regina is a seasoned CEO coach who shares her wealth of experience coaching founders to push past their fears, be methodical in their approach to business, as well as not catering to what investors want. Join Ali and Regina as they explore the intricate and fascinating process of helping startups navigate the rapidly changing business landscape.  Whether you're...

Stonks CEO Ali Moiz is back at it again with another Stonkcast! This time, he welcomes serial investor and founder of Incisive Ventures Martin Tobias. No stone was left unturned throughout this far-reaching conversation. Tune in to hear about: Martin’s early years at MicrosoftHis introduction into investingTheses he's betting on and his outlook for 2023Whether an aspiring investor, a serial founder, or a grizzled operator, this conversation contains something for you

Zak Slayback invests in innovators. The 1517 Fund has proven time and time again that their thesis provides 10x outcomes.  Zak breaks down 1517’s belief in dropouts, renegades, and deep tech scientists and how it helps them excel in the VC world. By the 10-minute mark in this episode, you’ll find yourself staring off into space, mouth agape as you fall deeper into admiration for what Zak and the 1517 team have accomplished in a short amount of time. His stories are that compelling. Where...

Based on our write-up with Forum Ventures, Adam and Tom discuss next year's outlook. We also cover the latest from The Information, including their USV coverage and why Holiday Parties are not in-season this year. 

Watching Niko Bonatsos discuss venture investing is like watching Michael Jordan shoot a basketball–effortless.  This episode of Stonkcast features the prolific investor in his element, discussing a wide array of topics from investing for the Gen z audience and the basic decision-making process at General Catalyst. It’s not often you hear such an important voice in this space, like Niko, pack nugget after nugget of wisdom into a half-hour podcast. Tune in and find your takeaway. 

Hosts Adam Hardej and Angela  Dalton invite you to hear from a panel of space experts to learn about the SpaceX opportunity and the aerospace industry at large.  If the term "space experts" is not enough to get you excited, don't worry there's more. This round table features a Mars-worthy list of notable investors in this space: Arjun Sethi - Tribe Capital Sam Korus - ARK Investment Management Aaron Burnett - Spaced Ventures Jonathan Lacoste - Space.VC Together, with the help of our...

 If anyone knows about perseverance, it’s Eunice Ajim. A former founder and tenacious entrepreneur, Eunice learned very many lessons about the trials and tribulations of startups the hard way. Candidly, this badge of honor is not something many other emerging VC managers can claim. Listen to her journey and you will understand exactly what we mean .Eunice sat down with Stonks CEO Ali Moiz for the latest episode of the Stonkcast. In it, she discusses her outlook on private markets and how it...

Elaine Zelby is always thinking of opportunities for new companies. Her newsletter, Three Things, is evidence of that drive and excitement.  When she sat down for our latest episode of Stonkcast, her brilliant insights on GTM and Growth strategies were fully displayed. Take a moment out of your day to hear about how she’s seeing the market and where some of the best opportunities to build might be in the next few years. 

Being a Founder can be lonely, maybe even isolating.  Michael Devellano is one of the founders of Founders Pack and the author of Automate and Grow.  In this episode, he talks about the importance of working within a community. These can lead to partnerships and insights that will help your company's chances of growth and success.  Building in times of uncertainty can feel daunting. Lucky for us, Stonks CEO Ali Moiz sat down with Michael to discuss his advice for founders today and where he...

If you got to this podcast via Twitter, then it's still alive. Elon is doing more with less and we're striving for the same. Adam and Tom  go through all the best headlines from this week on Stonks' newest show, "Secondary Saturdays" Secondary Saturdays strives to make the opaque world of private markets a bit more transparent, to thrust private discussions and professional dealmaking from cigar-smoke-filled rooms out into the public forum for all to see. From banter to bold predictions,...

This just in, SpaceX does not have pizza parties and the weekend is here. You know what that means. No Tom this week, but Adam holds down the fort on Stonks' newest show "Secondary Saturdays" Secondary Saturdays strives to make the opaque world of private markets a bit more transparent, to thrust private discussions and professional dealmaking from cigar-smoke-filled rooms out into the public forum for all to see. From banter to bold predictions, snark to sound effects, Secondary Saturdays...

The weekend is upon us and winter is coming. You know what that means. More market truisms from Tom and anecdotes from Adam on Stonks' newest show "Secondary Saturdays" Secondary Saturdays strives to make the opaque world of private markets a bit more transparent, to thrust private discussions and professional dealmaking from cigar-smoke-filled rooms out into the public forum for all to see. From banter to bold predictions, snark to sound effects, Secondary Saturdays brings levity and...

Another weekend has come and gone. You know what that means.  Adam Hardej and Tom White hosting Stonks' newest show, "Secondary Saturdays" Let's be honest: exclusivity is to Venture Capital as apple pie is to America—in its very heart, blood, and soul. More, VCs often take themselves a bit too seriously, hoard access to information, and make sartorially-suspect decisions (looking at you, Vest Mafia...) Secondary Saturdays strives to make the opaque world of private markets a bit more...

It's a new concept coming at you live! I know what you're thinking, "this wasn't uploaded on a Saturday. what gives?"  We soft-launched this concept this weekend and delayed the debut's public rollout. So expect new episodes every Saturday now!

Itamar Novick has some contrary thoughts on the current state of the market. That's for later in the episode, and you'll completely forget I mentioned it here when you're absorbed in his stories from the early days. This episode features tales of early venture life, why the movement towards solo investors will only continue to grow in VC, and the utility of pivots.  Ali sits with Itamar to discuss all this and more on his market views, whom he invests with, and why.  Come check it all out...

Helen Min knows marketing. Her journey began in 2008, working at Facebook back when it was all called Facebook and not Meta.  From there, Helen continued to prove her marketing chops time and time again for unicorn companies. But, she knows with this great power comes great responsibility.  In this episode, Ali sits down with her to talk about early career decisions, Navalisms, and why early-stage investing is truly more art than science.  It's all here on the latest Stonkcast!

Mary Gao is an investor with General Catalyst and writes her newsletter on crypto called TL;DR. So it makes sense that we used our time with her to learn more about investing focus during a crypto winter.  Gao discusses what capital and people mean in crypto, the idea of fringe concepts mattering more, and how she got her start in Venture Capital. 

Ben Braverman, the co-founder and managing partner of Flexport will be the first to tell you he's found himself in the right place at the right time more than once in his illustrious career.  Hear the story behind his early journey into startups and taking lessons from those early days all the way to present day as he aims to heighten Flexport's mission through the Flexport Fund.  In this episode of the Stonkcast, you'll learn Ben's take on the current market, who's making moves and at what...

Host Ali Moiz sits down with Elizabeth Yin from the Hustle Fund to talk about her thoughts on investing during a downturn.  Hear about the history behind Hustle Fund, her previous exit as a founder, and how Ali and Elizabeth are handling the changes in the market.  Welcome back to Stonkcast and our newest season, be sure to follow us and subscribe to catch all the newest episodes.