Will Larry

550: Disrupting and Democratizing Private Chefs with Iyabo Bello

November 14th, 2024  |  Season 14  |  39 mins 52 secs

549: Scaling Startups and AI-Powered Real Estate with Chris Fellows

November 7th, 2024  |  Season 14  |  33 mins 48 secs

We're joined by Chris Fellows, founder and CEO of Bold Street, to explore how his AI-powered platform is reshaping residential investment for real estate professionals.

548: Product Management vs Project Management with Bethan Ashley

November 1st, 2024  |  Season 14  |  34 mins 35 secs

In this episode, we're joined by Senior Product Manager at thoughtbot and Founderland Startup Mentor, Bethan Ashley, who shares her insights and advice on how and when to leverage AI tooling, the difference between project management and product management, and much more.

544: How BonePixel is Redefining Diagnosis and Treatment with Nazgol Tavabi and Mohammadreza Movahhedi

October 3rd, 2024  |  Season 14  |  39 mins 36 secs

We're joined by Nazgol Tavabi and Mohammadreza Movahhedi, the co-founders of BonePixel, a healthcare startup focused on using AI and big data for the diagnosis and treatment planning of joint disorders. We discuss the origins of BonePixel, the challenges of building a healthcare startup, and how they are leveraging AI to make patient-specific treatment planning more accurate and efficient.

543: The Intersection of AI and Recruitment with Brian Glover

September 19th, 2024  |  Season 14  |  42 mins 12 secs

We're joined by Brian Glover, Co-founder and CEO of Previewed, an immersive, streamlined, and intelligent solution for recruiters and candidates. We unpack the company’s skill-based assessment method, the ‘gamification’ of recruitment tools, how Previewed’s platform helps with retention, identifying gaps in a candidate’s skills, and much more.

542: Shaping Company Culture using AI with Elie Rashbass

September 12th, 2024  |  Season 14  |  41 mins 16 secs

Elie Rashbass, CEO & Co-founder at ScultureAI, a startup developing innovative solutions that shape organizational culture from the ground up joins the show to discuss the endless interactions that shape company culture, why it matters, and how Elie and his team are helping companies use AI to embed their culture into actualized, organization-wide behavior.

541: Fixing the way that families hire, manage, and pay in-home care professionals with Jon Levinson

September 5th, 2024  |  Season 14  |  42 mins 48 secs

We're joined by Jon Levinson, founder of Clara Home Care, to share his personal experiences with in-home care that led him to research the industry, identify the challenges, and co-found Clara, which is reimagining the way that home care is delivered in America.

540: The Tech Behind Eslando’s Circular Fashion Revolution with Karishma Gupta

September 4th, 2024  |  Season 14  |  37 mins 46 secs

We're joined by Karishma Gupta, the Founder and CEO of Eslando Circular Fashion, a company dedicated to changing the clothing industry through circular economy principles and textile recycling.

535: AI in Healthcare: How CareTrainer.ai is Changing Elder Care

July 25th, 2024  |  Season 14  |  48 mins 19 secs

Hosts Will Larry and Chad Pytel interview Brock Dubbels, Principal UX and AI Researcher at CareTrainer.ai, who explains how the company leverages AI to address the care crisis in elderly populations by automating routine tasks. This approach allows caregivers to focus on building meaningful relationships and providing personalized care, ultimately enhancing the quality of care and reducing burnout. Brock also discusses CareTrainer.ai’s apprenticeship model, which uses AI assistance to accelerate caregiver training and improve job satisfaction and retention.

531: Polished Podcasting with Mandy Moore

June 27th, 2024  |  Season 14  |  24 mins 31 secs

Hosts Will Larry and Victoria Guido chat with Mandy Moore, the mastermind behind thoughtbot's podcasts, about the technical aspects and crucial role of editing in creating top-notch content. Mandy highlights the importance of having a producer handle behind-the-scenes work, allowing hosts to focus on captivating content, and discusses how a well-produced podcast can boost a company's brand presence and serve as a potent sales tool.

526: AI-Powered Leadership with Waggle AI

May 23rd, 2024  |  Season 14  |  34 mins 39 secs

Hosts Will Larry and Victoria Guido interview Sarah Touzani, founder of Waggle AI, who shares how her pottery hobby influenced her entrepreneurial journey and focus on improving managerial skills and workplace culture. Sarah discusses the challenges and pivots in developing Waggle AI, which aids in meeting preparations, note-taking, and providing feedback on leadership skills to enhance delegation and empathy.

524: From Personal Loss to Pioneering Pediatric Health

May 9th, 2024  |  Season 14  |  36 mins 44 secs

Hosts Will Larry and Victoria Guido are joined by Hans Kullberg, Co-Founder of Pathfinder Health, a startup that integrates technology with pediatric health to provide objective developmental insights. Hans recounts his journey, from a career on Wall Street to the impactful work at Pathfinder Health, spurred by the tragic loss of his daughter, which motivated him to improve developmental diagnostics. He discusses how Pathfinder Health leverages machine learning and video analysis to enhance pediatric care, aiming for earlier and more accurate interventions by merging detailed developmental data into health records.

521: Insusty: Pioneering Sustainability Rewards for Environmental Action

April 18th, 2024  |  Season 14  |  39 mins 12 secs

Hosts Will Larry and Victoria Guido talk with Sanghmitra Bhardwaj, CEO of Insusty, about her journey from a Himalayan village to founding a company in France that drives sustainable actions through a rewards program. They explore how Insusty fosters environmental stewardship by rewarding actions like volunteering and donating to overcome the high costs of sustainable living. The discussion also covers the broader impacts of sustainable practices in technology and business, Sanghmitra's experiences as a solo female founder, and her plans for enhancing Insusty's platform.

520: Breaking New Ground in Maternal Mental Health with Mevi

April 11th, 2024  |  Season 14  |  41 mins 13 secs

Hosts Will Larry and Victoria Guido chat with Zamina Karim, CEO and Founder of Mevi, about her innovative community-driven motherhood wellness app designed to revolutionize maternal health by addressing new mothers' emotional and practical needs. Zamina discusses her journey of overcoming postpartum anxiety and depression, the challenges of solo entrepreneurship, and the critical role of empathy in creating supportive communities for mothers. The conversation also explores the changing landscape of startup funding, the significance of adaptability, and the potential of technology to improve maternal health outcomes significantly.

519: Ammi's Mission to Empower Parents

April 4th, 2024  |  Season 14  |  42 mins 47 secs

Host Will Larry talks with Priyanka Mahajan, founder of Ammi, about the startup's mission to support new and expectant parents through expert advice, community, and digital resources. They delve into the unique challenges of parenting, including the transition to motherhood, mental health, and the concept of "matrescence." Priyanka shares her personal journey and the inspiration behind Ammi, highlighting the need for a tailored support system for parents in the early stages of parenthood.

517: Building Better Design Systems with Luro's Trent Walton

March 21st, 2024  |  Season 14  |  44 mins 59 secs

Trent Walton, CEO of Luro, joins hosts Victoria Guido and Will Larry to discuss his transition from a typography enthusiast to co-founding Paravel and eventually creating Luro. This no-code platform enhances design systems for better adoption, collaboration, and organizational alignment. Emphasizing a holistic approach that merges design and development, Luro addresses the challenges of traditional design systems by making them more accessible and integrated with performance and accessibility metrics. This solution fosters a more collaborative and efficient team environment, streamlining product building and maintenance across disciplines.