Economists are always talking about The Pie – how it grows and shrinks, how it’s sliced, and who gets the biggest shares. Join host Tess Vigeland as she talks with leading economists from the University of Chicago about their cutting-edge research and key events of the day. Hear how the economic pie is at the heart of issues like the aftermath of a global pandemic, jobs, energy policy, and more.
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Created by The University of Chicago Yuen Campus in Hong Kong, The Course is a compilation of personal conversations with professors from The University of Chicago. Each episode features one professor, where they talk about who they are outside lecture halls, the path that led them to become a professor, and all the ups and downs along the way. For curious students and anyone interested, here’s The Course on career stories as told by professors from UChicago.
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Knowledge Applied takes you inside research shaping your everyday life. Meet the experts working to make cities happier, healthier and more equitable places to live. Season 1 features podcast about smarter cities, food insecurity, smart decarceration, and the postitive effects of nature in urban environment. The Knowledge Applied podcast has been featured on: Bloomberg Cities, Futurity.Org and MyScience.Org. You can subscribe to Knowledge Applied on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, and wherever els ...
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The Becker Friedman Institute for Economics at the University of Chicago (BFI) serves as a hub for cutting-edge analysis and research across the entire UChicago economics community to uncover new ways of thinking about the field. Featuring conversations and lectures from premier BFI events, this podcast explores the latest economic insights and trends from leading voices in policy, business, the media, and academia, revealing how rigorous thinking shapes our understanding of the world.
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CANA is a new publication at the University of Chicago that publishes, essays, interviews, and short stories on topics that matter to the UChicago community. CANA aims to elevate and sustain important conversations across lines of difference, generating understanding and dialogue, and sharing Christian perspectives.
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Every day, a team of AIs deliver simple, straightforward updates from the world of startups.
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This is the Quad, a student podcast collective bringing you voices from our very own world: the UChicago quad and beyond since 2013. Subscribe on iTunes at bit.ly/uchiquadpoditunes.
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The Wintrust Business Lunch with John Williams from WGN Radio 720
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Through our personal experiences and interviews with restaurant staff, we explore questions of authenticity and the role of food in the cultivation of belonging for Peruvian and Venezuelan diasporic communities in Chicago. Cover photograph by Stephanie Alejandra Ortega. Created by two UChicago students for our final project for “Migration Trajectories: Ethnographies of Place and the Production of Diasporas”.
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Off The Charts Energy Podcast
Energy Policy Institute at the University of Chicago & UChicago Podcast Network
At the Energy Policy Institute, we love our charts. That’s why we’re bringing you analysis of today’s top trends and policies grounded in the latest evidence off the charts.
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Need help navigating the college admissions process? We’re here to help! Every other Monday we’ll bring you exclusive interviews with Former Admissions Officers, graduates from top universities, and admissions experts. Each episode will be filled with application tips and first-hand experiences that will help you get into your dream school. Brought to you by InGenius Prep, the world’s largest team of Former Admissions Officers. Questions or comments? Email us at contact@ingeniusprep.com InGe ...
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Open Stacks brings you conversations with scholars, poets, novelists and activists on subjects as eclectic as the books on our shelves, from under-the-radar debates in the academy to pressing contemporary social issues, and from bestselling works of fiction to avant-garde poetics. Recorded live at Chicago's Seminary Co-op Bookstores, Open Stacks invites listeners to sit in on the kind of candid discussions and lively debates made possible by the participation of readers in a public space, wi ...
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Healthcare in America has been unevenly distributed since its founding. Our healthcare system has failed many Americans. In the wake of the pandemic, these disparities have been caste in sharp relief as the country struggles to address the system's failures. Equal Hope is a healthcare education, advocacy and navigation organization whose mission is to eliminate health disparities across Chicago. Our unique multi-pronged approach to systemic change has been recognized as one of the most succe ...
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Empowering Innovation: UChicago’s Cleantech Startups and Women-Led Ventures
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Explore the University of Chicago's Polsky Center's second cohort of the Resurgence program, featuring five innovative cleantech startups. Discover the inspiring stories of eight Spanish startups thriving under female leadership, showcasing the impact of diversity in entrepreneurship. Plus, learn about Aikido Technologies' revolutionary wind turbin…
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Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. A $75 million donation from the AbbVie Foundation will help University of Chicago Medicine build its new cancer hospital on Chicago’s south side. The new building will be called the AbbVie Foundation Center Cancer Pavilion and has a completion date in 2027. The frees…
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Xavveo’s €8M Funding Boosts Autonomous Vehicle Tech, Egypt Ventures Connects Startups and Corporates
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Berlin-based startup Xavveo secures €8.6 million in seed funding to enhance its autonomous vehicle sensor technology. Meanwhile, Egypt Ventures launches a Corporate Partnership Initiative to bridge the gap between established corporations and high-growth startups, starting with a focus on healthtech innovations. Plus, insights into Deeproute.ai's $…
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An Extra Slice of the Pie, with James Robinson: History, Politics, and the Road to an Economics Nobel
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Professor James Robinson a University Professor with appointments in both UChicago’s Harris School of Public Policy as well as the Political Science Department in the Division of Social Sciences is the university’s latest faculty member to win the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences. On the inaugural episode of “An Extra Slice of The Pie,” Ro…
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Segment 1: Ilyce Glink, owner of Think Glink Media and Best Money Moves, joins John Williams to talk about how much the market has gone up the last few months, why Warren Buffett is continuing his stock-selling spree, first-time homebuyers shrinking to a historic low, and how much homeowners insurance differs between red and blue states. Segment 2:…
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Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. A Chicago-based biotech startup has had one of the largest funding rounds for a local company so far this year. Pathos AI raised $62 million in a Series C round. The cash haul brings its valuation to $600 million. Pathos AI is a clinical-stage biotech company focused…
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101. College Application Q&A: Expert Advice from Former Admissions Officers at UPenn, Brown & Harvard
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Ready to tackle college application season? Our latest podcast episode is here to help you navigate this critical time! Join us as we bring together a panel of former admissions officers from the University of Pennsylvania, Brown, and Harvard to address the most common questions surrounding college applications, personal essays, the Common App, let…
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Connecting Global Talent: New Internship Program for Korean Startups
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The Global Intern for Startups program links international students with Korean companies, offering them a unique opportunity to launch their careers. Meanwhile, Northeastern startups are calling for investment as they face a funding drought despite a surge in entrepreneurial spirit. In tech news, Nvidia is considering a strategic investment in Elo…
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Innovative Startups and Smart Strategies: The Future of Entrepreneurship
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Explore the latest in startup innovation with Applied Ventures' selection of six groundbreaking companies for the ASTRA 2024 accelerator program. Discover CoffeeSpace, a new app designed to help entrepreneurs find co-founders, and learn when to consider selling your startup instead of chasing an IPO. Plus, gain insights into lean patenting strategi…
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Innovative Startups Shape the Future: ASTRA 2024 and Beyond
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Explore the latest in startup innovation as Applied Ventures selects six groundbreaking companies for its ASTRA 2024 accelerator program. Discover how CoffeeSpace is revolutionizing co-founder matchmaking for entrepreneurs, learn about lean patenting strategies that can save costs for startups, and delve into the future of aviation with the radical…
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Segment 1: Jane Oates, Senior Policy Advisor and recent President, WorkingNation, talks to John Williams to break down the disappointing labor report, how sensitive the labor market is to economic uncertainties, the markets being disassociated with the data, and if this jobs number will impact Fed policy, Segment 2: Jake Stotter, Vice President, Fe…
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Revolutionizing Marketing and Healthcare: Startup Innovations Unveiled
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Explore the transformative power of founder-led marketing as startups connect authentically with consumers. Discover how UK-based Definition Health is raising $7.5 million to expand its AI platform into the U.S. healthcare market. Plus, learn about the LaunchLNK startup grants opening for applications in Lincoln, and how payment-tech startup Tilled…
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Episode 142 - Chiara Galli: "Every rose has its thorns."
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Assistant Professor Chiara Galli from the Department of Comparative Human Development is on The Course to talk about how her childhood experience moving to the US from Italy influenced her decision to study migrant issues. Professor Galli also shares various insights on choosing a major, being in an interdisciplinary department, and also her love f…
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Wintrust Business Lunch 10/31/24: Microsoft earnings, economic impact of tariffs, McDonald’s in Monee
Segment 1: Darren Freihage, McDonald’s Owner Operator in Monee, joins John Williams to talk about how long he has been a McDonald’s Owner Operator, being a third generation McDonald’s worker, how business has been going, the McDonald’s brand being good to their family, some of the new products currently being offered, the addition of Krispy Kreme d…
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Elon Musk’s xAI Seeks $40B Valuation Amidst AI Race
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Elon Musk's xAI startup is in talks to raise funding that could value the company at $40 billion, a significant jump from its previous valuation. Meanwhile, the National Reconnaissance Office partners with three space startups for emerging tech contracts, and Estonia's Modash is redefining influencer marketing by connecting brands with niche creato…
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Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. You may be seeing some changes with signage soon in Chicago. A city council committee has approved amended regulations for signs along several shopping corridors, including Michigan Avenue, State Street and Wabash Avenue. The proposal will expand the sizes and types …
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Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins John Williams to talk about what you need to know about Medicare Part D, her thoughts on Vice President Kamala Harris’ proposal for Medicare to cover long-term-care services at home, why gold is at an all-time high, and to answer all of your financial questions. https://serve.c…
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Swiggy’s IPO Valuation Dips, EIC’s €1.4B Investment in Deeptech, and Janngo Capital’s Fund Success
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In this episode, we explore Swiggy's upcoming IPO and its valuation challenges compared to Zomato. We also discuss the European Innovation Council's ambitious €1.4 billion investment plan for deeptech startups in 2025, and highlight Janngo Capital's successful closure of its second fund at €73 million, focusing on gender equality in venture capital…
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Wintrust Business Lunch 10/29/24: Bears and business, consumer confidence rises, beauty entrepreneur Bobbi Brown
Segment 1: Tom Gimbel, job expert and founder of the LaSalle Network, joins John Williams to talk about the Bears crushing loss and how it relates to business success or failure. Tom also talks about what you can do to find more happiness at work. Segment 2: Tom Fortino, Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group, and host of “This Week in Wealth” o…
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Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Voortman Steel is breaking ground today for its first U.S.-based manufacturing and assembly plant and office. It’s located in Monee on 27 acres and includes a 100,000 square foot fabrication shop and 20,000 square feet of office space. It’s located at 25715 S Ridgela…
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Infraspeak Secures $19.5M to Transform Facilities Management
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Infraspeak, a Portuguese startup, has raised $19.5 million in Series B funding to enhance its all-in-one platform for facilities management. This investment aims to streamline operations and improve collaboration between facility managers and service providers. Additionally, we explore Bret Taylor's AI startup Sierra, which has reached a $4.5 billi…
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Economics Meets Ecology: The Huge Costs of Ecosystem Declines
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Bats are considered a natural pesticide. When they began to die out due to an invasive fungus, farmers turned to chemicals to control pests. The result, as Eyal Frank of the Harris school of Public Policy describes on this episode of The Pie, was skyrocketing infant deaths. Tune in to learn more about the vast ramifications of ecosystem disruptions…
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Segment 1: Ilyce Glink, owner of Think Glink Media and Best Money Moves, joins John Williams to talk about how Airbnb and VRBO’s are impacting housing costs, how much people are spending on Halloween in 2024, and Target lowering the price of its Thanksgiving meal bundle. Segment 2: Jim Dallke, Director of Communications, TechNexus Venture Collabora…
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Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. North Chicago-based AbbVie is buying Aliada Therapeutics for $1.4 billion. It’ll give AbbVie access to Aliada’s Alzheimer’s disease candidate. AbbVie has been making moves to bolster its neuroscience focus. It bought neuroscience and cancer drug developers earlier th…
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Vietnam’s Tech Revolution: $150M Fund Launch and Fintech Merger Insights
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Pham Nhat Vuong launches a $150 million venture capital fund to boost tech startups in Vietnam, while Indian fintech Slice merges with a bank, marking a pivotal moment in the sector. Additionally, seven European countries are reforming laws to enhance employee ownership in startups, and three logistics startups shine at the Last Mile Innovation Nex…
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Saudi Arabia’s $100M AI Investment and Innovations in Stroke Care
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Wa'ed Ventures commits $100 million to invest in AI startups, aiming to localize innovations and boost the Saudi economy. We also spotlight Israeli startups transforming stroke prevention and treatment as World Stroke Day approaches. Plus, Turbostart launches TS Bridge to connect investors with promising startups, and Vinted raises €340 million, re…
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Kyte’s Major Cutbacks: A Rental Car Startup’s Fight for Survival
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In a bold move, rental car startup Kyte is slashing its workforce and narrowing its focus to just two markets—San Francisco and New York City. This episode explores the challenges facing Kyte as it grapples with profitability and the broader implications for the rental car industry. We also discuss the Tampa Bay Wave's impressive milestone of over …
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Wintrust Business Lunch 10/25/24: Nasdaq record, Cable Communications, Inc., Tievoli Pizza Bar in Palatine
Segment 1: Jason Turner, Chief Investment Strategist for Wintrust Wealth Management, chats with John about the market performance this week, the market starting to broaden out, what might happen in a post-election economy, consumer sentiment rising, why the Fed’s upcoming decision on interest rates will be so important, and his concern about inflat…
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Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Chicago-based True Value says nearly half of its workforce could be laid off if its acquisition by Do It Best falls through. The company has filed a notice with the State of Illinois that says 900 employees will be laid off at its office in Chicago. The location is h…
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Joby Aviation’s $200M Offering and Lumen Orbit’s Space Data Centers
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Joby Aviation announces a $200 million public offering as it gears up for its 2025 eVTOL launch, aiming to revolutionize urban air mobility. Meanwhile, Lumen Orbit closes a $10 million seed round to develop space-based data centers for AI training, addressing the data center crisis. Plus, we explore the latest unicorns emerging in 2024 and the impl…
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Episode 141 - Paula Harper: "That's a thing you can do?"
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Assistant Professor Paula Harper's participation in the choir drew her to music classes in her English major college days, and accidentally gave her a second major by the time she graduates. As she continues her journey to finding her unique path, she found her research interest by combining music, virality and social media platforms together. Join…
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Segment 1: Steven Esposito, President of Yellowstone Wealth Management in Lake Forest, talks to John about market volatility, where the markets could be after the election, the importance of balance when building your portfolio, and how many Fed rate cuts does he expect before the end of the year. Segment 2: Bree Fowler, Senior Writer, CNET, joins …
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Ryan Burrow has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Google is putting its fifth U.S. brick and mortar retail store into the Oakbrook Center. Google Store Oakbrook will open next month. Similar to the Apple store, it will feature products shoppers can test and buy, including phones, watches, tablets, FitBit Trackers, and …
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Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins John Williams to talk about the limits of Medicare Advantage plans and what you need to know about changes to Medicare drug plans. Terry also answers all of your Medicare and financial questions. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7003302/7003302_2024-10-23-213302.128.mp3 More wi…
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Dave Schwan has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Two businesses that closed their doors will reopen soon. Bed Bath & Beyond, which closed last year, will open physical stores again, in collaboration with Overstock and The Container Store. Also, Toys ‘R’ Us will open a new store at the Harlem Irving Plaza mall in Norri…
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Innovative Startups Secure Major Funding to Transform Legal, Healthcare, and Energy Sectors
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In this episode, we explore groundbreaking developments in the startup world as Genie AI raises $17.8 million to revolutionize legal document processing, Tennr secures $37 million to automate healthcare document management, and German startup autarkize raises €2.3 million for sustainable energy solutions. Additionally, we discuss Furno's $20 millio…
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Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. Consolidation of branches is underway at Huntington Bank. Crain’s reports six Huntington branches are being shut down in the Chicago area, including two in Chicago, one in Arlington Heights, one in Oak Lawn and one in Lombard. The bank says it’s consolidating operati…
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Segment 1: Tom Gimbel, job expert and founder of the LaSalle Network, joins John Williams to talk about 3M dialing back their remote work policy. Segment 2: Emily Stewart, Senior Correspondent, Business Insider, tells John about The Boomer Crush Avalanche. Emily explains how millennials and Gen X’ers are trying to figure out what to do with their p…
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Movo Accelerator Empowers Broker Startups Amid Fintech Innovations
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Movo Partnership launches the 'Movo Accelerator' to support aspiring brokers in overcoming financial barriers. Meanwhile, Klarna leads the way in spinning out startups, and Zanzibar introduces a National Blockchain Sandbox to foster innovation. Plus, fintech startup Obligo raises $35 million to revolutionize security deposit solutions in the rental…
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Segment 1: Ilyce Glink, owner of Think Glink Media and Best Money Moves, joins Wendy Snyder to talk break down the Federal Reserve Bank’s wealth survey. Segment 2: Jim Dallke, Director of Communications, TechNexus Venture Collaborative, tells Wendy about a cannabis firm raising $7M to double down on its Illinois growth, Foxtrot continuing its reope…
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100. Cracking the Code: The Roadmap to Grad School Success for Engineering Majors
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Curious about what it takes to get into grad school as an engineering major? Tune in to our latest episode featuring special guest Will Fenton! Whether you're aiming for a cutting-edge career in tech or looking to make an impact through research, this episode is packed with insider tips to help you succeed. We cover the key academic skills needed t…
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Empowering Startups: STPI’s LEAP Ahead 2.0 and GalaxEye’s Satellite Launch
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In this episode, we explore the Software Technology Parks of India's new initiative, LEAP Ahead 2.0, which aims to fund 25 startups from Tier II and III towns, providing crucial financial support and mentorship. We also discuss GalaxEye's groundbreaking launch of the Drishti satellite through SpaceX, showcasing India's advancements in satellite tec…
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Harnessing the Lithium Boom: Opportunities for Arkansas Startups
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South Arkansas is on the verge of a lithium boom, promising economic growth and job creation. We explore how local startups can leverage this opportunity in the green energy sector. Additionally, we discuss Mira Murati's new AI venture, spotlight five innovative cybersecurity startups in Africa, and examine the rise of agetech companies catering to…
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Innovative Startups Transforming Aging, AI, and Crypto Landscapes
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In this episode, we explore the rise of elderpreneurs and agetech startups in India, addressing the needs of an aging population. We also discuss Mira Murati's new AI venture and her plans to raise significant capital, alongside Argentina's ambitious crypto initiatives led by Crescimiento. Finally, we highlight the Pure Pitch Rally in Kansas City, …
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Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. There’s a report that that University of Illinois is abandoning plans to build a research and teaching facility at the proposed site of The 78 in the South Loop. Crain’s reports the school will split the $285 million dollar project into two parts, locating some of it…
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Segment 1: Phillip Shaw, CFP, Senior Advisor, Goldstone Financial Group, tells John about the market continuing to rise, what the limit is for the bull market, the strong economic data coming out, what might cause this bull run to end, if he believes any sectors are overvalued, and if there will be any economic impact after the presidential electio…
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UK Startups Face Funding Crisis: The Shift to Series A
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UK startups are struggling to transition from Seed to Series A funding, with graduation rates plummeting from 12.5% to just 4.5%. This episode explores the changing landscape of venture capital, the increasing risk aversion among investors, and the strategies startups can adopt to improve their chances of securing funding. We also discuss Stripe's …
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Episode 140 - Scott Gehlbach: "I got it. I know what I'm doing."
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Professor Scott Gehlbach from the Department of Political Science and Harris School of Public Policy would almost have gone back to his family farm business had it not been for his love for city life and the various life-changing experiences. After spending extensive time in Eastern Europe, he found his research niche and continues to quench his cu…
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