Best Diamond Pathways Podcasts (2026)

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Ep. 107: Jonathan Drillings, Riverside Acceleration Capital | The Right Capital for Early Growth Stage 44:47

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Jonathan Drillings, Partner at Riverside Acceleration Capital, discusses how B2B software companies can bridge the gap between early traction and scalable growth. Jonathan explains RAC’s sister fund model—how growth lending and growth equity are deployed at different moments, what each is designed to achieve and how the two work together as compani…

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3 Ways to Turn the Page and Begin Your New Story 28:17

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This episode discusses how a "1" Year in numerology and the Fire Horse year combine to push us beyond the old and into powerful new beginnings. For more information: A Blue Print for Happy, Resilient Parent, Teachers & Kids Kathleen McGowen Books Kathleen Mcgowen Patron Group View more HSP: Owning Your Sensitivity podcast here: www.DiamondPathways.…

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Ep. 106: John Messer, Copilot Capital | Scaling Software Without Losing Focus 35:51

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On this episode, John Messer, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Copilot Capital, breaks down how value is built in scaling European B2B software businesses—including how to professionalise go-to-market, sharpen customer segmentation and pricing and use M&A as a focused growth lever. Get practical guidance on sequencing international expansion, mai…

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True Love Is The Greatest Thing In The World, Except A Nice Holiday Special (They’re So Perky, I Love That) 1:54:50

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Give the gift of LMSU BoCo to your loved ones! In the awkward position of forgetting a Christmas gift for your beloved? Want to set your climate conscious friends up for success in 2026? Look no further than a one year subscription to LMSU’s Patreon which gets you bonus, subscriber-only episodes - unpacking the sector decarbonisation plans with spe…

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We Summed Up Twelve Papers, Til Our Summers Were Sore; Climate Christmas, We Thought, Needs Two Papers More 56:50

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Subscribe to LMSU’s Patreon for a sector plan BoCo bonanza! All aboard folks! Team LMSU is continuing our BoCo odyssey, adventuring through each of the six sector decarbonisation plans. AND we’re bringing friends! That’s right, we’re calling in even nerdier reinforcements. This week, we’ll be joined by Ag sector knower Steve Hatfield-Dodds to unpac…

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Ep. 105: Andrejka Bernatova, Dynamix | Public-Market Pathways and Investing in Energy 58:17

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On this episode, Andrejka Bernatova, Founder and CEO of Dynamix Corporation, shares how investors can evaluate mission-critical energy and infrastructure businesses by focusing on fundamentals such as contract quality, customer durability and operating reality, rather than market sentiment or emerging-tech narratives. Learn about approaches to publ…

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Ep. 104: Dave Lambert, Right Side Capital | Navigating Pre-VC Growth and Funding Paths 38:57

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On this episode, Dave Lambert of Right Side Capital Management shares what thousands of early-stage investments reveal about how pre-VC companies actually grow. Get clarity on how to evaluate early traction, set realistic fundraising paths and use capital efficiency to extend runway long enough for product-market fit to emerge. Tune in to hear how …

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“It’s 9,058 Miles To Antalya, We’ve Got A Fraught Negotiation Agenda, Half A COP Presidency, Multilateralism Is On The Ropes, And We’re Wearing Sunglasses.” “Hit it.” 54:21

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We conclude our Quokka of 2025 COP episodes by sitting down Australia's Climate and Energy Minister – and incoming COP President of Negotiations – Chris Bowen! Referenced in this episode (in order of importance): Luke's COP bid parody song Chris' summer reading recommendation Türkiye-Australia Partnership Modalities — And that’s it for now, Summeru…

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Ep. 103: Giacomo Sonnino, Charlesbank | Driving Growth and Efficiency in Services Businesses 50:56

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In this episode, Giacomo Sonnino, Advisory Director and Operating Partner at Charlesbank Capital Partners, shares how top PE firms connect diligence, underwriting and value creation to shape the first 12–24 months of an investment. This discussion highlights how to identify and prioritize the value levers that matter most in services businesses—fro…

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Ep. 102: Caroline Tarpey, Lead Edge Capital | Moving Beyond AI Hype to Real Operational Impact 41:44

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Caroline Tarpey, Managing Director at Lead Edge Capital, outlines a practical approach to AI adoption in PE-backed companies—grounded in trust, clear goals and disciplined execution. She explains why most AI initiatives fall short and where teams can quickly unlock better decision-making and operational efficiency. You’ll learn how AI is transformi…

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Ep. 101: Vik Thapar, Cypress Growth Capital | Non-Dilutive Funding with Royalty-Based Capital 36:55

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Shiv sits down with Vik Thapar, Managing Director at Cypress Growth Capital, to explore how royalty-based growth capital helps bootstrapped B2B companies scale without dilution. Vik breaks down when this structure works best, how repayment is designed to support continued growth and why many founders use it to double down on proven sales and market…

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57. Arizona’s Porphyry Copper Story: Exploring the Tectonic and Geologic History of the Laramide Province 59:47

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Host Maxwell Porter is joined by two experts to explore the geological and tectonic evolution of the iconic Laramide Porphyry Copper Province, focusing on its complex geodynamic history and the key exploration criteria that define this world-class copper belt. Our guests share complementary academic and industry perspectives, offering insights draw…

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No Sweets? Stuff This COP30 Summary Down Your Throats, Greedy Children 1:24:26

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All aboard folks! Team LMSU is continuing our BoCo odyssey, adventuring through each of the six sector decarbonisation plans. AND we’re bringing friends! That’s right, we’re calling in even nerdier reinforcements and experts to join us as we venture on. We're four in, two to go and luminaries helping us sum up so far include Dylan McConnell, Davina…

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Finding Calm & Connection Through Color, Sound & Inner Alignment 34:02

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In this uplifting and heart-centered conversation, Lisa Hromada — Spiritual Life Guide, Author, and Creator of The Stress Relief Meditation Mandala Coloring Book for Women — shares how simple, soulful practices like coloring, sound, and affirmations can help women find calm, reconnect to their inner peace, and experience what she calls a Divine Res…

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Ep.100: Rafael Telahun, Altaline | Rerating Companies Through Hands-On Operational Strategy 40:54

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On this episode, Shiv is joined by Rafael Telahun, Managing Director at Altaline Capital Management, to discuss value creation that is built on strategy, rather than just institutionalization. Rafael breaks down how to meaningfully rerate a business by getting hands-on to make improvements like increasing mission criticality, making strategic prici…

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"What The COP?" LIVE from the Australia Pavilion at COP30 in Brazil! 48:48

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All aboard folks! Team LMSU is continuing our BoCo odyssey, adventuring through each of the six sector decarbonisation plans. AND we’re bringing friends! That’s right, we’re calling in even nerdier reinforcements and experts to join us as we venture on. We're four in, two to go and luminaries helping us sum up so far include Dylan McConnell, Davina…

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K-COP: NDC Hunters 1:05:54

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All aboard folks! Team LMSU is continuing our BoCo odyssey, adventuring through each of the six sector decarbonisation plans. AND we’re bringing friends! That’s right, we’re calling in even nerdier reinforcements and experts to join us as we venture on. We're four in, two to go and luminaries helping us sum up so far include Dylan McConnell, Davina…

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Ep. 99: Josh Christensen, Mercato Partners | Building Billion-Dollar Ecosystems as a Minority Investor 36:03

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Josh Christensen, Director at Mercato Partners, shares how minority growth investors can turn ecosystem-building into a true competitive advantage—without taking control or over-engineering outcomes. Drawing on his experience scaling Mercato’s playbook across non-coastal markets, Josh breaks down what it takes to embed sales, marketing, and human c…

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How To Slow Climate Change: Loosely, In The Sky With Diamonds 1:11:27

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Subscribe to LMSU’s Patreon for a sector plan BoCo bonanza! All aboard folks! Team LMSU is continuing our BoCo odyssey, adventuring through each of the six sector decarbonisation plans. AND we’re bringing friends! That’s right, we’re calling in even nerdier reinforcements and experts to join us as we venture on. This week, we’ll be joined by someti…

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Ep. 98: Riccardo Basile, Permira | How to Focus Your Operating Team for Real Impact 39:38

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Riccardo Basile, Operating Partner, Head of Value Creation at Permira, shares how firms can turn value creation into a true competitive advantage—without overcomplicating the model. Drawing on his experience building and scaling Permira’s 24-person value creation team, Riccardo breaks down what it takes to embed operating excellence from diligence …

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Ep. 97: Rita Ferrandino, Arc Capital Development | The Downturn Playbook: How to Thrive When Growth Stalls and Disruption Accelerates 39:53

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On this episode Shiv interviews Rita Fiorentino, Co-Founder of Arc Capital Development, to unpack a battle-tested playbook for steering portfolio companies through economic downturns—especially when AI disruption, political volatility, and geopolitical shocks are compressing growth. Rita lays out a disciplined sequence that starts with risk assessm…

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Ep. 96: Jeremy Schein, Corsair Capital | Driving Enterprise Value in Financial Services with Strategic Collaboration 39:53

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On this episode Shiv interviews Jeremy Schein, Partner and Member of the Buyouts Investment Committee at Corsair Capital, to discuss how private equity firms can drive enterprise value in financial services through collaborative operating expertise. Jeremy shares Corsair’s approach to partnering with management teams in fintech, payments, and adjac…

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Under Grattan’s eSafeguard Plan, Electricity Is Like A Baby Bird: It Goes Cheap 1:07:21

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Subscribe to LMSU’s Patreon for a sector plan BoCo bonanza! All aboard folks! Team LMSU is continuing our BoCo odyssey, adventuring through each of the six sector decarbonisation plans. AND we’re bringing friends! That’s right, we’re calling in even nerdier reinforcements and experts to join us as we venture on. This week, we’ll be joined by Helen …

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Ep. 95: Ed Byrne, Scaleworks | Scaling SaaS with Sustainable Growth through Venture Equity 40:16

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On this episode Shiv Narayanan interviews Ed Byrne, co-founder of Scaleworks, a venture equity firm based in San Antonio. Ed shares his background as a software entrepreneur and the lessons learned from his experiences that led to founding Scaleworks ten years ago with partner Lou Moorman. The discussion explores the concept of "venture equity" as …

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56. The Future of Mining - Innovative Pathways to a Skilled Workforce 57:04

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Host Anne Thompson explores the diverse and innovative methods being employed in Australia to build and retain the technical workforce in the mining industry. From attracting new talent, to supporting early career geoscientists, to training professionals from other industries - this episode might just change your perspective on what is possible. Fi…

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Players' Advice on Captainship: Be Nice, Be Kind, Be Respectful 6:54

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Summary: This conversation explores the essential qualities of leadership in sports, particularly focusing on the role of a team captain. It emphasizes the importance of character traits such as kindness, positivity, and respect, rather than just athletic skills. The discussion aims to empower female coaches and athletes by highlighting the signifi…

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The Ghost Of Climate Future 1:31:24

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Subscribe to LMSU’s Patreon for a sector plan BoCo bonanza! All aboard folks! Team LMSU is embarking on a BoCo odyssey over the the next couple of months, adventuring through each of the six sector decarbonisation plans. AND we’re bringing friends! That’s right, we’re calling in even nerdier reinforcements and experts to join us as we venture on. F…

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Ep. 94: Lindsey Gray, Pacific Lake | Thesis-Driven Search and the Playbook for Scaling CEOs 48:28

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On this episode Shiv interviews Lindsay Gray, Partner at Pacific Lake, to explore how the firm backs entrepreneurs through the Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) or search fund model—an approach that turns traditional private equity on its head by starting with the entrepreneur before the company. Lindsay walks through Pacific Lake’s indust…

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Ep. 93: Kelly Ford Buckley, Edison Partners | Driving Enterprise Value Through Execution-Focused Growth Strategies 45:04

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On this episode, Shiv interviews Kelly Ford Buckley, General Partner at Edison Partners, a growth equity firm with over 39 years of experience investing in high-growth software companies in secondary markets. Kelly dives into Edison's hands-on approach to value creation, emphasizing their preference for taking on execution risk over product or mark…

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T•R•E•N•D•S: The One Where Tim, Mira, Emm And Alex Model Net Zero Pathways 1:21:43

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Time is running out to get your tickets for Chaos Trivia! Team LMSU is joining forces with the fabulous folks from Currently Speaking for a blockbuster crossover event, with special guests, the NEMchat Singers. Chaos Trivia is set for the first night of the All Energy Conference on Wednesday 29 October in Melbourne, and as predicted, tickets are se…

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Ep. 92: Drive Pipeline & Revenue Amid Market Uncertainty | Shiv Narayanan, How To SaaS 41:30

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In this solo episode of the Private Equity Value Creation Podcast, Shiv Narayanan breaks down the challenges facing portfolio companies in today’s market—and shares a clear roadmap for investors, CEOs, and revenue leaders to drive growth. From slowing sales pipelines to rising competitive pressures and the impact of AI, many companies are underperf…

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The Hi-Lo Country (2035) 58:53

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In this special, rapid reaction bonus episode (freed from the paywall, in the National Interest) we provide the hottest of hot takes on Australia's new 2035 emissions reduction target, and the 1000+ pages of documents released by the Albanese Government this week. You're welcome! We'll be back in your feeds next Friday to talk Treasury modelling. M…

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Ep. 91: Craig Jones, TPE Boulder | Scaling Value in the Lower Middle Market through Strategic Growth 37:48

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On this episode Shiv Narayanan interviews Craig Jones of TPE Boulder to discuss value creation in lower middle market private equity, focusing on smaller companies with $2-5 million in EBITDA. Craig shares TPE Boulder’s approach to scaling businesses through organic growth, emphasizing diversification by location and provider, strengthening managem…

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Ep. 90: Gus Araya, Cordillera Investment Partners | Finding Value in Alternative Assets 42:32

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On this episode Shiv interviews Gus Araya, Co-Founder and Co-Managing Partner of Cordillera Investment Partners, to discuss how PE firms can generate alpha by investing in alternative assets like marinas, music royalties, and spirits. Gus shares Cordillera’s approach to targeting niche, less correlated markets, using a repeatable process to source,…

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Once You Start Down The Wood Side, Forever Will It Dominate Your Destiny 1:29:42

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Step right up and get your tickets for Chaos Trivia! Team LMSU is joining forces with the fabulous folks from Currently Speaking for a blockbuster crossover event, with special guests, the NEMchat Singers! Chaos Trivia is set for the first night of the All Energy Conference on Wednesday 29 October in Melbourne. There will be trivia! Role playing? M…

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Ep.89: Andy Lund, Houlihan Lokey | Navigating Fundraising and Liquidity in a Challenging Private Equity Market 55:20

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On this episode, Shiv Narayanan interviews Andy Lund, Managing Director and Global Co-Head of Primary Capital Advisory at Houlihan Lokey, to discuss strategies for private equity firms navigating today's challenging fundraising and liquidity environment. Andy shares insights on how GPs can differentiate themselves in a crowded market, leveraging to…

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Question- As a leader : What do the words teamwork and leadership for you? 25:14

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In this conversation, Kelly Jenkins discusses the significance of teamwork and leadership in youth sports, particularly focusing on female coaches. She emphasizes the importance of roles within a team, the development of leadership skills in young athletes, and effective communication strategies. Jenkins shares personal experiences and insights on …

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Ep. 88: Eliot Kerlin, Broadwing Capital | Building Value in the Lower Middle Market with an Operational Playbook 37:01

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On this episode Shiv interviews Eliot Kerlin, Co-Founder of Broadwing Capital, to explore how PE firms can create value in the lower middle market by combining a systematic playbook with deep operational resources. Eliot explains Broadwing’s five-part framework—from fortifying the foundation and scaling for growth to talent development, stakeholder…

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55. Diamonds in Transition: Markets, Mining and the Future 1:03:02

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The diamond industry has a rich and complex history, influenced by discoveries, geoscience and marketing. Join host Halley Keevil as she explores the industry’s history from the onset of modern diamond mining in Kimberley, South Africa in the 1800s, to the advent of laboratory grown diamonds and new platforms for marketing. Featured guest Eira Thom…

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Climate Hegemon: Gotta Catch Em All (Chinazard, Mimik-EU, Trumptwo) 1:11:37

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‘Abundance v Sufficiency: Dawn of Justice’ T-Shirt Edition The sufficiency movement is winning… at least when it comes to LMSU merch! If you haven’t read Abundance but keep finding yourself sucked into conversations about it, have we got the “No I haven’t read Abundance, that’s what podcasts are for” t-shirt for you! Merch as a proxy for ideologica…

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Ep. 87: Michael Wilkins, Shamrock Capital | How Sector Focus Impacts Deal Flow and Growth 45:15

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Shiv interviews Michael Wilkins, Partner at Shamrock Capital, to explore the opportunities PE firms can unlock through deep expertise in sectors including media, entertainment and sports. Michael explains how industry focus and long-term networks translate into proprietary deal flow, why value creation plans need to be tailored to each company rath…

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Women in Combat sports: Diamond Long: A Journey of Grit and Resilience 46:55

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women in sports, female empowerment, boxing, MMA, mentorship, gender barriers, community building, female coaches, women's boxing, resilience In this conversation, Diamond Long shares her inspiring journey as a female boxer and MMA fighter, discussing the importance of representation and empowerment in combat sports. She highlights the challenges f…

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Ep. 86: How To SaaS Team | Turning Marketing into a Growth Engine for PE-Backed Companies 53:51

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In this episode, Shiv Narayanan sits down with members of the How To SaaS client services team to talk about the most common marketing challenges inside PE-backed portfolio companies—and how to solve them. Chief Client Officer Farhad Chikhliwala, VP of Marketing Taylor Moore and Director of Marketing Tatiana Morand discuss why poor tracking and mis…

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54. The Bushveld - Decoding a Mega-magmatic Mineral System 52:45

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Dive deep into a mega-magmatic mineral system — the Bushveld Complex with host Maxwell Porter. Max is joined by Professor Wolfgang Maier and Dr. Erin Thompson who share their insights on the geological setting, economic significance, and evolving scientific understanding of this world-class mineral province. Wolfgang Maier discusses the Bushveld Co…

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VULNERABILITY POST ALERT: A Journey of Self-Discovery, Identity Shaping, Stepping into BEING YOU 32:23

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In this episode, Kelly Jenkins shares her journey as a female coach and leader in sports, discussing the challenges and triumphs she has faced. She reflects on her childhood, the importance of community, and the need for women in sports to support one another. Through her personal experiences, she emphasizes the significance of self-discovery, auth…

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Like Sands Through The Hourglass, So Are The NEM Reviews Of Our Lives 1:39:22

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‘Abundance v Sufficiency: Dawn of Justice’ T-Shirt Edition With a sufficiency of sufficiency-themed t-shirts now on the streets, the universe is out of balance and your intrepid hosts need to balance the sufficiency yin with an abundance yang! And OH BOY did we have an abundance of abundance-themed t-shirt ideas for you. YOU need not have Abundance…

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Ep. 85: Brian Boorstein, Granite Creek Capital Partners | Using Flexible Capital Structures to Unlock Growth 35:31

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Shiv interviews Brian Boorstein, Co-Founder and Partner at Granite Creek Capital Partners. On this episode, Brian shares how to leverage flexible investment structures to unlock growth in lower middle market companies. Learn about the importance of aligning capital, talent and opportunity, and hear about how rigid investment mandates can cause PE f…

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Tara Bowen and Gaby Palache- Empowering Women in Coaching: A Mother-Daughter Journey 51:55

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Summary In this conversation, Kelly Jenkins interviews Tara Bowen and her daughter Gabby Palache, exploring their intertwined journeys in soccer and coaching. Tara shares her experiences as a female coach in a male-dominated field, the challenges she faced, and the importance of mentorship and supportive environments for women in sports. Gabby refl…

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Ep. 84: Garrett Marsilio, Delta-v Capital | Creating Liquidity Through Secondaries in Tech 33:44

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Shiv interviews Garrett Marsilio, Partner at Delta-v Capital. On this episode, Garrett dives deep into the evolving landscape of secondaries in private markets. Learn how secondary investments are creating new liquidity pathways for venture-backed companies and why this is becoming a preferred strategy. Hear about adding post-investment value throu…

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7 Ways to Set Boundaries with Peace and Confidence 29:52

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This podcast is an expansion of podcast 26: Setting Boundaries from the Inside Out. Many times when we set a physical boundary we're still emotionally upset and come from a place of resistance and against in regard to the other person. In this podcast you'll find the 7 keys to releasing negative emotion and the power of energetic boundaries. Books:…