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1510: From Soldier to SpaceX to Solving a 100-Year-Old Problem w/ Kevin Damoa

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Kevin Damoa, a true force of entrepreneurial energy and innovation. Drawing from over two decades in high-stakes logistics—from combat tours in Iraq to managing flight modules at SpaceX—Kevin is now tackling one of the biggest challenges in modern freight. He founded Glīd Technologies to solve the century-old, broken handoff between road and rail, building an entire ecosystem of autonomous vehicles and AI software from the ground up. This episode is a m

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1510: From Soldier to SpaceX to Solving a 100-Year-Old Problem w/ Kevin Damoa
1510
July 9, 2026

1510: From Soldier to SpaceX to Solving a 100-Year-Old Problem w/ Kevin Damoa

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Kevin Damoa, a true force of entrepreneurial energy and innovation. Drawing from over two decades in high-stakes logistics—from combat tours in Iraq to managing flight modules at SpaceX—Kevin is now tackling one of the biggest challenges in modern freight. He founded Glīd Technologies to solve the century-old, broken handoff between road and rail, building an entire ecosystem of autonomous vehicles and AI software from the ground up. This episode is a m
1509: The AI Execution Gap: Why Big Companies Fail at AI (And How Small Businesses Can Win) w/ Robert Toshiyuki Morrell
1509
July 8, 2026

1509: The AI Execution Gap: Why Big Companies Fail at AI (And How Small Businesses Can Win) w/ Robert Toshiyuki Morrell

In a world buzzing with AI hype, most enterprise-level projects are quietly failing. Robert Toshiyuki Morrell, founder of ThreddSync and an AI expert since 2009, joins the show to pull back the curtain on why this is happening and what entrepreneurs can learn from it. He breaks down the critical "execution gap" between AI strategy and real-world results, revealing why simply giving your team access to AI tools—a practice he calls "token sprinkling"—is a recipe for wasted investment. This episode
1508: This Founder Runs His Entire Company on an Army of AI Agents w/ Drew Mehta
1508
July 7, 2026

1508: This Founder Runs His Entire Company on an Army of AI Agents w/ Drew Mehta

Tired of hearing about AI as a vague, futuristic concept? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on what it really looks like to build and run a business on a fleet of AI agents. Drew Mehta, founder of ThinkFraction, joins us to share how he went from managing products for Major League Baseball and a $750B asset management firm to launching his own AI-native company. He doesn't just talk the talk; his company’s content, outreach, and research are all powered by AI agents he designed, with him
1507: This 14-Year-Old Founder is Making AI Accessible (and Bespoke!) for Your Small Business w/ Margo & Nate Shulman
1507
July 6, 2026

1507: This 14-Year-Old Founder is Making AI Accessible (and Bespoke!) for Your Small Business w/ Margo & Nate Shulman

In an era where AI can feel like a tool reserved for giant corporations, Margo and Nate Shulman are leveling the playing field. In this episode, the dynamic mother-son co-founding team behind NATEX AI pulls back the curtain on how they’re building truly bespoke AI solutions that deliver enterprise-level power to small and mid-sized businesses. They reveal why a "vertical" approach to solving industry-specific problems—from healthcare insurance denials to subcontractor workflows—is the key to cre
1506: The declaration did NOT come with independence...
1506
July 5, 2026

1506: The declaration did NOT come with independence...

Happy 4th of July! On this historic 250th anniversary of the United States, Brian Lofrumento shares a powerful and timely lesson for every entrepreneur and wantrepreneur. What if the most important part of the 4th of July story isn't the victory, but the declaration that came before it? In this Solo Sunday episode, Brian reveals a profound parallel between the Declaration of Independence and the entrepreneurial journey. He explores why true success doesn't start with results, but with a bold, pu
1505: Why This Top Engineer Says Your Business Isn't a Marathon w/ Maxim Kheyfets
1505
July 3, 2026

1505: Why This Top Engineer Says Your Business Isn't a Marathon w/ Maxim Kheyfets

In this episode, Brian sits down with Maxim Kheyfets, a brilliant founder with a rare blend of deep engineering expertise and a profound understanding of the human element in business. Maxim shares his journey from scaling major startups like Clear and Bread Finance to launching his own venture, AnyIntelli. He breaks down why process, not just technology, is the key to scalable growth in today's AI-driven world. This episode is a masterclass for any entrepreneur who wants to build resilient syst

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How Grace Beverley Built TALA Into a Multimillion-Dollar Brand by Ignoring the Startup Playbook
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How Grace Beverley Built TALA Into a Multimillion-Dollar Brand by Ignoring the Startup Playbook

Every entrepreneur eventually reaches a moment when they wonder if they're doing something wrong.Sales slow down. Cash gets tight. Investors say no. A strategy that worked yesterday suddenly stops working.Grace Beverley has been there more than …
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