NeuralZen Venture + Bio Podcast

NeuralZen Venture + Bio Podcast

no frills podcast featuring investors, operators, and founders — now with a biotech lens. circa 2024.

Episodes

May 16, 2025 23 mins

Astronaut Loral O'Hara shares her incredible experiences living and working in space, conducting groundbreaking experiments on the International Space Station, and her insights into NASA's ambitious goal of reaching Mars. Discover what it's like to be at the forefront of space exploration and the future of human space travel.


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Tim Draper, Billionaire Venture Capitalist and Entrepreneur.

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Dr. Aubrey de Grey, Chief Science Officer at LEVF.


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Ever thought about walking the length of the Amazon? Join me in this episode as we dive into the wild adventures of Ed Stafford, the first person to achieve this epic feat! 🚶‍♂️💨 From surviving treacherous jungles to discovering the mental challenges that come with such a monumental journey, Ed shares his incredible story of perseverance and transformation.

🗣️ What drove him to leave a stable life in the UK for a jungle in Costa ...

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Join us as Steve Preda (former founder of an investment bank), an expert in business growth and leadership team coaching, shares actionable strategies to scale effectively and sustainably.


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Wendy Kopp, the visionary behind Teach For America and Teach For All, discusses her journey of founding these organizations at just 21, her commitment to global education equity and equality, and her perspectives on how AI and EdTech will shape the future of learning worldwide


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Is the digital nomad lifestyle all it’s cracked up to be? Johnny FD, a trailblazer in the movement, opens up about the highs, lows, and long-term realities of working abroad. With a 249Ksub+ YouTube channel and years of experience, he shares hard-earned lessons on freedom, investing, challenges, and shifting life perspectives


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From mastering complex global rights to adopting AI in creative processes, Andrew shares how Downtown Music is building a new era in the music industry, one that’s empowering artists and simplifying distribution like never before.


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Curious how to bootstrap a startup and scale to 60+ employees? I spoke with Clayton Jacobs, CEO and Founder of CreatorDB, about his journey from the US to Taipei, building a company from the ground up, and thriving in an accelerator.


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Scaling Your Business: Expert Advice from Neil Patel

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Looking to acquire a small business? Joel Ankney, a seasoned business lawyer, shares his expert advice on navigating the complexities of buying and protecting small businesses. Learn the legal strategies you need to ensure a smooth acquisition and safeguard your investment. Listen now for crucial tips on business growth and protection.


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hat if you could get a personalized video from your favorite celebrity? Steven Galanis, co-founder of Cameo, shares his journey of revolutionizing celebrity interactions through personalized video messages. Discover the challenges he faced, the lessons learned in building a platform that connects fans with stars, and what it takes to innovate in the entertainment industry.


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Discover how John Warrillow, the visionary founder of The Value Builder System™, is transforming businesses worldwide. In this must-listen interview, John shares powerful strategies to boost your company's value using his revolutionary software and the global network of Certified Value Builder™ advisors. Learn the secrets to scaling your business, maximizing its worth, and preparing for a successful exit.


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Investment Fiji is the trade and investment arm of the Fiji government 

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Join us for an exclusive one-on-one session with the legendary Seth Godin, renowned author and entrepreneur, as we delve into the intricacies of discovering one's passion, making bold career changes, and embracing the entrepreneurial spirit.


In this episode, Seth provides invaluable career advice for Wall Street bankers and professionals considering a shift from high-paying yet unfulfilling jobs (if they feel that way).

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What if AI could create the perfect soundtrack for your life? Mansoor Khan, Founder and CEO of Beatoven.ai, shares how his groundbreaking platform is revolutionizing music composition with generative AI. Discover how technology is shaping the future of music and creativity. Listen now for an inside look at the intersection of AI and artistry.


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What does it take to create groundbreaking technology in the AI space? Bob van Luijt, the visionary founder and CEO of Weaviate, shares how he pioneered the open-source vector search engine and shaped the future of data search. Dive into his journey from a new media artist to a leading technologist, and discover the challenges and triumphs of building innovative infrastructure software. Tune in for insights on AI, entrepreneurship...

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Success doesn’t come from a grand vision—it comes from obsessing over the little things, like pizza.


Scott Wiener didn’t set out to create a multi-million dollar empire, but his love for pizza led him down a path that no one saw coming. In this episode, Scott shares how he turned his passion into Scott’s Pizza Tours, a thriving business that’s now a staple of NYC’s food scene.


From collecting over 1,700 pizza boxes to ...

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In this episode, we sit down with Adam, a military veteran turned CEO who built 3 large companies and bought 58 businesses, generating over $2.46 billion in exits. He dives deep into the powerful buy-and-build strategy that private equity firms use to scale small businesses, increase value, and achieve incredible exits. Learn how Adam applied the same principles to turn around struggling companies and why even entrepreneurs in th...

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