Best Rough Edge Studios Podcasts (2025)

1
Building Trustworthy AI: Navigating the Challenges and Future of Agentic Software with Shane Emmons 38:22

Play Pause

10m ago38:22

38:22

In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Shane Emmons, founder and CEO of Swept, to explore the complexities and challenges surrounding AI trust and reliability. Shane explains why AI systems can behave unpredictably due to their probabilistic nature and the inherent uncertainty in their prediction…

1
Momentum Series: Bridging Science and Consumer Satisfaction with Tastry Founder and CEO Katerina Axelsson 27:24

11d ago27:24

27:24

In this episode of the Innovators and Investors podcast, host Kristian Marquez interviews Katerina Axelson, founder of Tastry. Katerina shares her journey from aspiring scientist to entrepreneur, highlighting the importance of understanding consumer preferences through chemistry. She discusses the challenges of introducing innovative technology in …

1
FarmBlox's Modular Automation: Building the Future of Smart Agriculture with Nathan Rosenberg 41:07

14d ago41:07

41:07

In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Nathan Rosenberg, founder and CEO of FarmBlox, to explore how technology is addressing critical labor shortages in agriculture. Nathan shares the origin story of FarmBlox, highlighting their modular IoT platform designed to automate specialty crop farming ta…

1
S12:E26 | 10.19.2025 | Exorcism Chronicles: The Beginning, Deadstream, more | Anime & Alcohol 1:05:38

14d ago1:05:38

1:05:38

Devin Crow talks anime, including Exorcism Chronicles: The Beginning and more, Today's beer: Almanac's Rocktoberfest.By Rough Edge Studios

1
Magic Talk #274 | 10.13.2025 | Which Secret is More Valuable Than the Other? 46:39

16d ago46:39

46:39

The magicians discuss ho determines what belongs in a magic trick ... and what doesn't.By Rough Edge Studios

1
Momentum Series: AI-Driven Marketing for Law Firms with FirmPilot Founder Jake Soffer 21:31

19d ago21:31

21:31

In this episode of the Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez speaks with the CEO and Founder of FirmPilot, Jake Soffer. Jake shares his journey of creating FirmPilot to help law firms with marketing and SEO challenges, inspired by assisting his attorney brother. Jake covers the value of using AI and data-driven strategies, focusing …

1
Founder-Driven Sales Build Product Success: Jonathan Lowenhar Founder of Enjoy the Work 40:50

21d ago40:50

40:50

In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Jonathan Lowenhar, founder and managing partner of Enjoy the Work, to explore the challenges founders face as their startups grow. Jonathan shares his perspective on why successful founders often lose control of their companies, the gap between founding a st…

1
S12:E25 | 10.12.2025 | Sanda, My Status as An Assassin ... and more | Anime & Alcohol Show 1:02:32

22d ago1:02:32

1:02:32

Devin Crow talks about Sanda, My Status as An Assassin ... and more.By Rough Edge Studios

1
S12:E24 | 10.05.2025 | More on Borderlands and Other Things | Anime & Alcohol Show 1:04:39

21d ago1:04:39

1:04:39

Devin Crow talks about new anime, Borderlands and more.By Rough Edge Studios

1
Magic Talk #273 | 10.08.2025 | It's All About Houdini 50:08

22d ago50:08

50:08

James, Gregory and special guest Tony Blake talk about the legendary Houdini.By Rough Edge Studios

1
The Momentum Series: Investing in Legal Innovation with Zach Posner 27:06

26d ago27:06

27:06

In this episode of the Innovators and Investors podcast, host Kristian Marquez interviews Zach Posner, Co-Founder and Managing Director of The Legal Tech Fund. They discuss the fund’s investment thesis, focusing on companies transforming the legal industry. Zach also shares insights on their approach to identifying startups, the importance of found…

1
Building Entrepreneurship in Research Park at Florida Atlantic University: A Conversation with Andrew Duffel, President of Research Park 37:15

28d ago37:15

37:15

1
Momentum Series: Revolutionizing the Hourly / Shift Workplace with GAGE Founder Justin Henshaw 22:05

1M ago22:05

22:05

In this episode of the Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez speaks with the Founder and CEO of GAGE, Justin Henshaw. Justin shares his entrepreneurial journey, highlighting his military background and transition into business. He discusses the inspiration behind GAGE, a platform designed to recognize and score the contributions of …

1
S12:E23 | 09.28.2025 | Live From Comic Con LA | Anime & Alcohol Show 1:11:45

1M ago1:11:45

1:11:45

Devin reports from his vendor table at Comic Con LA.By Rough Edge Studios

1
Magic Talk #272 | 09.30.2025 | That Gets Under My Skin ... 1:01:51

1M ago1:01:51

1:01:51

Pet peeves that magicians have.By Rough Edge Studios

1
Disrupting Property Management: How DAISY Uses AI and Technology to Revolutionize HOAs 41:01

1M ago41:01

41:01

In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Yotam Cohen, co-founder and CEO of Daisy, a technology-driven property management company focused on transforming homeowners associations (HOAs). Yotam shares how a personal frustration with outdated property management inspired him to create an end-to-end p…

1
Bridging the IT Channel: Building Community, Scaling Marketplaces, and Harnessing AI for Growth 44:40

1M ago44:40

44:40

In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Kevin Lancaster, founder and CEO of Channel Program, to explore the challenges and opportunities within the fragmented IT channel marketplace. Kevin shares his entrepreneurial journey from founding a government contracting firm to building and exiting a cybe…

1
From PhD to CEO: Michael Johnson on Innovation, AI Adoption, and Building NJ’s Unique Venture Studio 45:00

1M ago45:00

45:00

In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Christian Marquez speaks with Michael Johnson, President of the New Jersey Innovation Institute (NJI). Michael shares how NJI bridges the gap between academia and industry by accelerating translational research, fostering innovation, and supporting workforce upskilling. He discusses NJI’s …

1
S12:E22 | 09.21.2025 | Devin Talks about his Borderlands 4 Gameplay | Anime & Alcohol Show 31:32

1M ago31:32

31:32

Devin Crow talks about his first 24 hours of gameplay with the new Borderlands 4. Plus more.By Rough Edge Studios

1
Magic Talk #271 | 09.16.2025 | Tricks That Have Stood the Test of Time 37:44

1M ago37:44

37:44

Tricks that have stood the test of time ... and why.By Rough Edge Studios

1
Healthcare Innovation and Venture Capital with Brian Armstrong of Ensemble Innovation Ventures 45:00

1M ago45:00

45:00

In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Brian Armstrong, Managing Director of Ensemble Innovation Ventures, to explore the dynamic world of healthcare venture capital. Brian shares how Ensemble focuses on investments in health tech and tech-enabled services that enhance both patient care and backe…

1
Transforming Due Diligence with AI: Wokelo’s Automation of Private Market Research and Risk Analysis 44:11

2M ago44:11

44:11

In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Sid Masson, co-founder and CEO of Wokelo AI, to explore how their platform is transforming due diligence and research workflows in private equity, venture capital, consulting, and banking. Sid shares the origins of Wokelo AI, born from firsthand experience w…

1
Revolutionizing Publishing: How AI Empowers Authors and Scales Global Storytelling with Yehuda Niv 45:45

2M ago45:45

45:45

In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Yehuda Niv, founder and CEO of Spines, an AI-powered publishing platform transforming the traditional book publishing industry. Yehuda shares how Spines drastically reduces publishing time from months to weeks and cuts costs significantly, making book publis…

1
Reimagining Government Innovation: How Miami-Dade Innovation Authority is Accelerating Tech Adoption 34:31

2M ago34:31

34:31

In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Christian Marquez sits down with Leanne Buchanan, president and CEO of the Miami-Dade Innovation Authority (MDIA). Leanne shares how MDIA is transforming government innovation by streamlining procurement and pilot programs to fast-track emerging technologies that improve public services in…

1
Evolutionizing Mortgage with AI: How Tidalwave Transforms Mortgage Lending 44:11

2M ago44:11

44:11

In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Diane Yu, co-founder and CEO of TidalWave, to explore how her company is revolutionizing mortgage origination through AI-powered technology. Diane shares her journey from engineering roles at major tech firms like DoubleClick and Google to founding Freewheel…

1
Unlocking Brain Potential Through AI and Neuroscience 40:23

2M ago40:23

40:23

In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez welcomes Konstantin Sonkin, CEO of iBrainTech, to explore the cutting-edge intersection of neuroscience, AI, and athletic performance. Konstantin shares his journey from academic research to deep tech entrepreneurship, focusing on how his company uses brain-computer interf…

1
Inside Corporate Venture Capital & Accelerators with Danielle D'Agostaro of WVV Capital 35:48

2M ago35:48

35:48

In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Danielle D'Agostaro, co-founder and strategic advisor of Alchemist Accelerator and principal partner at WVV Capital. They explore the unique investment thesis behind WVV, a $100 million fund backed by major corporates like Foxconn, Advocate Health, Northwest…

1
S12:E21 | 09.07.2025 | Devin's Birthday Show! Plus, Pliny The Elder | Anime & Alcohol 1:08:39

2M ago1:08:39

1:08:39

Devin Crow's birthday show! Plus Pliny the Elder. Anime discussion! Alien Earth! Sakamoto Days' most popular characters! More!By Rough Edge Studios

1
Magic Talk #270 | 09.02.2025 | The Psychology of Being Fooled 43:48

2M ago43:48

43:48

Magicians James Lantiegne, Julie Lantiegne and Greg Alexander talk about the pyschology of being fooled.By Rough Edge Studios

1
Matt Schappell on Healthcare Innovation: Investing in Tech-Driven Value-Based Care 41:04

2M ago41:04

41:04

This is the fourth of four episodes in a special series dedicated to the 2025 NVCA Award Recipients. To learn more about the NVCA and their work in crafting the future of Venture Capital, visit their website at https://nvca.org/. ---- In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Matt Schappell, princip…

1
David Rothzeid on How Shield Capital Fuels Dual-Use Innovation in Defense-Tech 35:24

2M ago35:24

35:24

This is the third of four episodes in a special series dedicated to the 2025 NVCA Award Recipients. To learn more about the NVCA and their work in crafting the future of Venture Capital, visit their website at https://nvca.org/. ---- In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with David Rothzeid, principa…

1
Chris Rizik on Building Renaissance Venture Capital & Boosting Michigan Startups 40:12

2M ago40:12

40:12

This is the second of four episodes in a special series dedicated to the 2025 NVCA Award Recipients. To learn more about the NVCA and their work in crafting the future of Venture Capital, visit their website at https://nvca.org/. ---- In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Chris Rizik, CEO of Ren…

1
Howard Morgan on AI, Global Venture Investing & Founder Insights | NVCA Award Recipient Series 41:49

2M ago41:49

41:49

This is the first of four episodes in a special series dedicated to the 2025 NVCA Award Recipients. To learn more about the NVCA and their work in crafting the future of Venture Capital, visit their website at https://nvca.org/. ---- In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Howard Morgan, chairman …

1
S12:E20 | 08.31.2025 | Monetization, The Private Tutor to the Duke's Daughter, Borderlands 4, more | Anime & Alcohol 1:01:46

2M ago1:01:46

1:01:46

Devin Crow discusses monetization, The Private Tutor to the Duke's Daughter, Borderlands 4, and more.By Rough Edge Studios

1
Magic Talk #269 | 08.27.2025 | Changes In Magic 42:00

2M ago42:00

42:00

James and Joshua Lantiegne talk about changes in the business of magic.By Rough Edge Studios

1
Inside Xylem: Innovation & Venture Insights on Water Tech and AI 33:47

2M ago33:47

33:47

In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez welcomes Sivan Zamir, Vice President of Enterprise Innovation and Venture at Xylem, the world’s largest water technology provider. Sivan shares how Xylem addresses critical water challenges including scarcity, contamination, flooding, and workforce shortages through innova…

1
Investing in the Future of AI-Driven Manufacturing with OSS Ventures 41:24

2M ago41:24

41:24

In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Renan Devillieres, founder and CEO of OSS Ventures, to explore how technology is reshaping manufacturing and supply chain operations. Renan shares the origins of OSS Ventures, a firm dedicated to building and investing in tech startups that modernize factori…

1
Senior Care with AI: Compassionate Companion Robots with Intuition Robotics 42:05

2M ago42:05

42:05

In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Ronen Soffer, Chief Product Officer at Intuition Robotics, to explore how AI-driven companion robots are addressing the growing challenge of loneliness among older adults. They discuss the thoughtful design behind ElliQ, a social desktop robot that offers em…

1
S12:E19 | 08.24.2025 | Ruri Rocks, Alien Earth, Sakomoto Days, more | Anime & Alcohol Show 1:06:08

2M ago1:06:08

1:06:08

Devin Crow talks about Alien: Earth (and Alien III), Dan Da Dan, Sokomoto Days, Ruri Rocks and more. Beer of the day: Tortugo's Isabella White. Plus Pickle Chips!By Rough Edge Studios

1
Magic Talk #268 | 08.19.2025 | Originality. Is It Worth It? 45:05

2M ago45:05

45:05

James and Greg talk about when, and if, it's okay to copy someone else's work.By Rough Edge Studios

1
Precision Dosing & AI in Healthcare: InsightRx’s Journey to Transform Medication Personalization 43:17

2M ago43:17

43:17

In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Ranvir Mangat, co-founder and COO of InsightRx, to explore how their software addresses the critical issue of one-size-fits-all dosing in healthcare. InsightRx leverages precision dosing and clinical analytics integrated directly into medical records to tail…

1
Early-Stage Climate Tech Investing: Insights from Avesta Fund on Building Impactful Portfolios 43:26

3M ago43:26

43:26

In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Srikant Vasan, founder and managing partner of Avesta Fund, to explore early-stage investing focused on climate change and economic opportunity. Srikant shares his unique perspective shaped by his experience as a founder, operator, and investor, including le…

1
Commercial Space: Innovation, Market Challenges & Startup Success with Caylan Space 38:46

3M ago38:46

38:46

In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Kenny Vassigh, founder of Caylan Space, to explore the evolving commercial space industry and the challenges startups face in connecting technologies with customers. Drawing from his extensive NASA experience, Kenny discusses how Caylan Space’s platform stre…

1
S12:E18 | 08.17.2025 | The Roblox Controversy, more | Anime & Alcohol Show 1:01:40

3M ago1:01:40

1:01:40

Devin Crow talks about the Roblox controversy, recent anime and more.By Rough Edge Studios

1
Solving Liquidity Challenges & Enhancing Transparency in Private Markets 39:26

3M ago39:26

39:26

In this insightful episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Charles Anselm, CEO and co-founder of OSYTE, to explore the complexities of managing multi-asset portfolios across public and private markets. They discuss the growing shift of capital from public to private investments and the resulting liquidity…

1
Inside Semiconductor Investments: AI-Driven Innovation with Lam Research Capital 33:01

3M ago33:01

33:01

In this insightful episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Dr. Yvonne Lutsch, Investment Director at Lam Research Capital, a leading player in the semiconductor equipment industry. They explore Lam Research Capital’s strategic investment thesis, focusing on cutting-edge startups across the semiconductor v…

1
S12:E17 | Devin Reviews Demon Slayer Infinity Castle and more | Anime & Alcohol Show 1:03:52

3M ago1:03:52

1:03:52

Devin Crow talks about The Naked Gun, War of the Worlds, Demon Slayer Infinity Castle, K-Pop Demon Hunters and other stuff, including Lagunitas Uncensored Tropical Punch,By Rough Edge Studios

1
AI in Wealth Management: Scaling Financial Advisory & Democratizing Access 45:49

3M ago45:49

45:49

In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast hosted by Kristian Marquez, guest Sindhu Joseph, founder and CEO of CogniCor, shares how artificial intelligence is transforming the financial services and wealth management industry. Sindhu discusses the significant wealth disparity she has observed globally and how CogniCor’s AI-powered co-pil…

1
Accelerating AI & Enterprise Innovation: Accenture Ventures’ Strategic Investments 40:30

3M ago40:30

40:30

In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Ryan Chandra, Data and AI Investment Lead at Accenture Ventures, to explore how Accenture’s corporate venture capital arm is driving strategic investments in cutting-edge data, AI, and enterprise technologies. Ryan shares deep insights into Accenture Venture…

1
Magic Talk #267 | 08.04.2025 | Live from the Magic Live Convention in Las Vegas 46:16

3M ago46:16

46:16

James Lantiegne and Gregory Alexander broadcast live from Magic Live in Las Vegas while Joshua Lantiegne holds down the fort at White Rabbit Magic.By Rough Edge Studios