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Nathan Fu is a Technologist currently working on trying to get a home constructed in Puerto Rico, learning Spanish, taking classes to become a journeyman electrician in Puerto Rico, building a prototype for a low cost transcranial direct current stimulation device- tDCS, and HumanDX.

This free-flowing conversation explores the creative process, emphasizing the importance of curiosity, perseverance, embracing failure, and open di...

Shannon is a Principal at CEI Ventures, a strategic venture capital firm that was founded in 1994 to mobilize private capital markets while advancing social goals. Shannon is also part of Primary Venture Partners Expert network where she provides strategic advice and guidance to founders and operators within the Primary portfolio and broader network. In addition, she serves as a mentor at the Roux Institute at Northeastern Universi...

Christine Nguyen, VP of Operations at Essance Skincare, discusses the evolving job market and the importance of creativity in navigating it. Christine, drawing from her decade-long HR experiences with building high-performing teams for startups and Fortune 500 companies, highlights the increasing use of AI in filtering job applications, cautioning both companies and candidates about potential pitfalls. She provides invaluabl...

Michelle Plante is a dedicated member of the Wellness Tourism Association and the Transformation Travel Council. She founded Michelle Plante Travels which organizes alcohol-free group trips for women. As lifelong learner and lover of new adventures; her passion for travel started early in her childhood living and traveling abroad in multiple countries. Michelle is passionate about creating experiences that blend luxury, adventure, ...

This episode offers an informal conversation between Andrew and Nathan, revealing their perspectives on the tech industry and their individual projects. They critique the overemphasis on engagement metrics, arguing that capturing attention shouldn't be the primary goal of a product. They also discuss the complexities of addressing societal problems like climate change and the challenges of personal responsibility. The episode furth...

This episode presents an informal conversation between podcast hosts Andrew and Nathan, who discuss their ongoing projects, thoughts on time management and entrepreneurship. Nathan shares his struggles with prioritizing tasks, using the analogy of the jar and rocks, while also mentioning his 'Clockwork Orange' headband project and challenges with bureaucratic processes in Puerto Rico. Andrew, a seasoned entrepreneur, recounts his e...

Pat Cheung is an entrepreneur who is completely dedicated to supporting podcasters. As the founder and CEO of Fanlist, his objective is to empower podcasters to understand, expand, and generate revenue from their audience.

His passion for audience development ignited in 2011 during his tenure as Head of Product at EQAL, a pioneering celebrity and influencer network in Los Angeles. In this role, Pat spearheaded the design of th...

Ania Korsunska, founder of Zemlia, discusses her vision for a new social platform that prioritizes user well-being and societal benefit over advertising revenue. She highlights the negative impacts of traditional social media, including addiction, misinformation, and the loneliness epidemic. Ania emphasizes the importance of intentionality, sustainability, and community building in creating a platform that empowers users to achieve...

Tom Grier is a retired Professor of Mass Communication at Winona State University. Tom was the founder and Director of the Navajo Oral History Project, from 2006 through 2016. Additionally he was the Founder and Director of the Aerial visual Communication Lab at Winona State University from 2013 through 2021. They discuss the evolution of media and its impact on attention spans and critical thinking including the shift from in-dept...

The LFG episodes are the fortnightly recorded checkins between Andrew and Nathan, that they hope help inspire your curiosity and creativity. These are different from typical guest episodes as they are less focused on conversation. This episode delves into Andrew’s experiences as a solo software founder, navigating the complexities of company structuring, fundraising, and product development. He criticizes the unsustainable practice...

Dmitri Kalashnikov is a climate scientist and National Science Foundation postdoctoral research fellow at the University of California-Merced. Having created Convolutional Neural Network-based predictive models for lightning in the western United States; he is currently working on applying these predictive models to climate models to project future changes in the climatology of lightning storms in the western United States.

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The LFG episodes are the fortnightly recorded checkins between Andrew and Nathan, that they hope help inspire your curiosity and creativity. These are different from typical guest episodes as they are less focused on conversation. This episode centers around Andrew's recent frustration with a lack of intellectual curiosity and evidence-based reasoning in society. He argues that this trend, fueled by social media, has led to the "de...

In this episode, Andrew revisits with Christine, who is now five months into her role at Essance skincare, after transitioning from a decade in recruiting. They discuss her learnings, challenges, and surprises in the new role. Key topics include the unexpected positive dynamic of working with her long-time friend as a boss, the challenges of limited resources, strategies for building a brand in a saturated market, the importance of...

Today we speak with Melissa, an arts administrator, who moved back to her rural hometown of after 13 years in Minneapolis Minnesota's vibrant arts scene. Driven by a desire to give back to her community and a love for the tranquility of rural life, she discusses her work as Executive Director of Mainspring, a community arts organization that aims to make art accessible and foster connections. They explore the challenges of funding,...

The LFG episodes are the fortnightly recorded checkins between Andrew and Nathan, that they hope help inspire your curiosity and creativity. These are different from typical guest episodes as they are less focused on conversation.

Catch up after a month-long break. Andrew shares stories from his vacation in Vancouver, including navigating a "snowmageddon" and attending unique theater performances like an interactive murder myste...

The LFG episodes are the fortnightly recorded checkins between Andrew and Nathan, that they hope help inspire your curiosity and creativity. These are different from typical guest episodes as they are less focused on conversation.

In this episode, Andrew and Nathan confront the intense hype and "fear, uncertainty, and doubt" (FUD) surrounding Artificial Intelligence, drawing strong parallels to the exaggerated promises of past t...

The LFG episodes are the fortnightly recorded checkins between Andrew and Nathan, that they hope help inspire your curiosity and creativity. These are different from typical guest episodes as they are less focused on conversation.

This episode delves into the future of work and education, significantly impacted by the rise of AI. Andrew and Nathan challenge the traditional four-year college degree, highlighting its exorbitant co...