Best Adam Koehler Podcasts (2025)

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324 | ElectraMet: How University Research Launched a Hard-Tech Startup to Remove Metals from Wastewater 35:42

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In this episode, we sit down with Cameron Lippert, co-founder of ElectraMet, and Chris Young, President of Bluegrass Angels, to explore how a hard-tech startup spun out of university research is solving one of industry’s biggest challenges: removing metals and oxidants from wastewater. By turning costly waste streams into valuable resources, Electr…

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323 | Nuclear Energy In Action: Inside TVA's Sequoyah Nuclear Plant with Chief Nuclear Officer Tim Rausch 1:05:20

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Tim Rausch is the soon-to-be-retired Chief Nuclear Officer for the Tennessee Valley Authority - the utility responsible for providing power to homes and businesses across the Tennessee Valley. In this episode, we sit down with Tim to explore the future of nuclear energy, TVA’s role in advancing next-generation reactor technologies, and what it look…

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322 | Parasight Systems: Eric Hauck on Building Biotech Hardware to Fight Parasites in Pets & Livestock 1:13:36

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In this episode, we sit down with Eric Hauck, founder and CEO of Parasight Systems, to explore how a biotech hardware startup based in Lexington is solving one of veterinary medicine’s most overlooked problems: parasite resistance caused by overmedication. From pasture animals to household pets, Parasight is building AI-powered diagnostic machines …

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321 | Invest Blue: How Raechele Smalls and Eric Hartman are Building a Mission-Driven Angel Community for Kentucky Startups 49:34

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In this episode, we sit down with Raechele Smalls, Director of Invest Blue, and Eric Hartman, Senior Associate Director at UK Innovate, to explore how Invest Blue is building a mission-driven community of angel investors dedicated to backing Kentucky startups. Through a founder-friendly syndicate model, Invest Blue is making early-stage investing m…

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320 | TVA’s Nuclear Milestone: Justin Maierhofer on Advancing the Nation’s First SMR Construction Permit 45:03

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Justin Maierhofer is the Senior Vice President of Government Relations at the Tennessee Valley Authority and serves as TVA’s representative on the newly formed Kentucky Nuclear Energy Development Authority. With more than two decades of experience in public power and federal energy policy, he’s helping lead TVA through a landmark moment: becoming t…

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319 | Lexington AI Meetup Live: The Story of AlphaFold with Founding Member Steve Crossan 57:28

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In this special live recording from our Lexington AI Meetup, we sit down with Steve Crossan, a founding member of Google DeepMind’s AlphaFold team and former Google product leader. Steve helped launch groundbreaking AI research as part of the team that built AlphaFold, the model that cracked one of biology’s grand challenges. AlphaFold can predict …

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318 | Content Credits: Adam Koehler on How Dotloop’s $108M Exit Led to Content Credits Taking on Paywalls 37:49

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What happens when Cincinnati’s first nine-figure startup exit gets reinvested into the region’s next big opportunity? In this episode, we’re joined by Adam Koehler, the Covington-based entrepreneur behind Content Credits. After being part of the Dotloop exit to Zillow for $108 million in 2015, Adam didn’t head for the coast. Instead, he reinvested …

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317 | Gun Interactive: Wes Keltner on Creating Viral Multiplayer Horror Hits from KY 1:03:09

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In this episode, we sit down with Wes Keltner, founder & CEO of Gun Interactive, to unpack how his Lexington-grown studio turned cult-classic horror IPs like Friday the 13th and The Texas Chain Saw Massacre into viral, multiplayer blockbusters. Wes walks us through his “make fear fun” philosophy, his jouney from Second Life storefronts to server-me…

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316. Valent: Evan Knowles and Ryan Rudd on Enabling Human-AI Collaboration to Win More RFPs, Faster 1:26:41

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In this episode, we sit down with Valent co-founders Evan Knowles and Ryan Rudd to explore how their Lexington-based startup is transforming how teams respond to RFPs. Through a concept they call Decision Rooms, Valent empowers human teams to collaborate directly with AI agents - streamlining proposal workflows, unlocking collective intelligence, a…

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GAME Change Mini Series | Part 3: From Vision to Action 7:45

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This episode marks Part 3 of a special mini-series - produced by Middle Tech in collaboration with the GAME Change coalition. Over the course of three episodes, we’ll explore how Kentucky and Tennessee are working to become a national hub for circular economy innovation and sustainable manufacturing. This initiative is part of a regional effort to …

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GAME Change Mini Series | Part 2: Circularity in Action Across Kentucky and Tennessee 5:05

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This episode marks Part 2 of a special mini-series - produced by Middle Tech in collaboration with the GAME Change coalition. Over the course of three episodes, we’ll explore how Kentucky and Tennessee are working to become a national hub for circular economy innovation and sustainable manufacturing. This initiative is part of a regional effort to …

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315. Lepidext: Dr. Bruce Webb and Dr. Mary Wallace on Solving a $2B Pest Problem Without Chemicals 50:08

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Lepidext is a Lexington-based biotech company developing a natural, non-chemical solution to control one of agriculture’s most damaging pests - the corn earworm. Founded by Dr. Bruce Webb, a University of Kentucky professor emeritus and virus researcher, Lepidext uses a modified virus to sterilize pest populations without harming the environment.Th…

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GAME Change Mini Series | Part 1: Redefining Manufacturing in Kentucky and Tennessee 8:10

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This episode marks Part 1 of a special mini-series - produced by Middle Tech in collaboration with the GAME Change coalition. Over the course of three episodes, we’ll explore how Kentucky and Tennessee are working to become a national hub for circular economy innovation and sustainable manufacturing. This initiative is part of a regional effort to …

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314. How a UK Grad Bootstrapped a Startup to an $84M Exit: The Story of Silas Deane & VendEngine 44:03

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Silas Deane is a founder, serial entrepreneur, and University of Kentucky graduate who bootstrapped his company, VendEngine, from a back-of-the-napkin idea to an $84 million exit. VendEngine serves correctional facilities, providing a solution that transforms how families support incarcerated loved ones. With no outside funding, Silas grew the comp…

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313. Why America Needs a Nuclear Renaissance: a Conversation with Nuclear Engineer & Advocate Dr. Nick Touran 1:19:23

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Nick Touran is a nuclear engineer, educator, and advocate who spent nearly 16 years designing advanced reactors at TerraPower and building one of the most trusted resources in nuclear education, WhatIsNuclear.com. Now, he’s on a mission to help America rethink its relationship with nuclear energy - and its future.What would it take for nuclear to f…

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312. What if AI Actually Knew You? Plastic Labs & Courtland Leer Just Raised $5.35M to Make it Possible 56:00

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In this episode, we’re joined by Courtland Leer, co-founder of Plastic Labs, to explore how AI can be made more personal, contextual, and aligned to individual users. Courtland walks us through his team’s mission to “decentralize alignment” and build agents that don’t just process inputs - they understand who you are. We dive into: - The philosophy…

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311. Prologue: Brad Luttrell on Learnings from Shutting Down GoWild and Starting Again 1:19:23

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Brad Luttrell is a founder and storyteller who recently made the difficult decision to shut down his company, GoWild. Now, he’s building again—with more focus and experience behind his new company, Prologue. What actually happens when a startup fails? How do founders know when it’s time to pull the plug—and what comes next? Expect to learn how Brad…

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310. Valvoline: Cooling the Hottest Tech - Valvoline’s Move into AI Infrastructure w/ George Zhang & Michael Morrison 25:17

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Valvoline is known for its long history in automotive lubricants, but today, the company is pushing into a new frontier: data centers. As the demand for artificial intelligence grows and more data centers come online, the energy-intensive chips that power AI models are facing an overheating crisis. Enter Valvoline. In this episode, we sit down with…

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309. Bringing Billions to Kentucky: Governor Andy Beshear on KY's Economic Development Successes 30:34

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Logan and Evan sit down with Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear to discuss Kentucky’s economic development successes, private sector investment, and the role of innovation in shaping Kentucky's future. Under Governor Beshear’s administration, Kentucky has seen over $35 billion in private sector investment - more than any governor in Kentucky history - …

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308. Season 8 Kickoff: Big Moves, New Ventures & The Future of Middle Tech 29:37

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Middle Tech is back for Season 8! In this episode, Logan and Evan dive into major personal and business updates, including Logan’s decision to go full-time with Middle Tech & DevelopLex and Evan’s launch of Valent, his startup leveraging AI to accelerate RFP responses. They discuss the vision for 2025, upcoming high-production episodes, and the exp…

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Weed My Lips: Cannabis Viroids with Dr. Zamir Punja 49:21

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Viroids are some of the most unusual biological infectious agents because they consist of only very small circular RNA molecules. They are too small to encode proteins, yet they are resilient and cause disease in a variety of agriculturally important plants, including cannabis, the sixth largest cash crop in the U.S. Dr. Zamir Punja is a Professor …

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307. SOAR: Colby Hall on Eastern Kentucky's $40 Million Grant 56:21

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On today's episode, we welcome back Colby Hall, the executive director of SOAR. SOAR was recently awarded $40 million through a grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration, focused on revamping EKY's economic identity. We dive into the challenges of employment gaps in Eastern Kentucky, the importance of remote work, and how the geograph…

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Archaea for Me-a With Dr. Alexandre Bisson 59:40

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Archaea are one of the three domains of life on earth, but these organisms are much more mysterious and less understood than either Bacteria or Eukaryotes. Dr. Alex Bisson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at Brandeis University. His laboratory studies Archaea, primarily focusing on Haloarchaea. Dr. Bisson discusses how Archaea…

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306. Sprocket Innovation: Monica Bilak on Supporting Entrepreneurship in Western Kentucky 47:31

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In this episode, Logan Jones and Evan Knowles sit down with Monica Bilak, Executive Director of Sprocket Innovation, to discuss the growing startup ecosystem in Western Kentucky. Monica shares her diverse career journey, from managing microgrants in East Africa to leading community revitalization projects and now spearheading Sprocket Innovation in…

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305. Card.io: Destin George Bell on his Shark Tank experience, Building a gamified fitness app, and Moving to Austin 56:33

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In this episode, we explore the entrepreneurial journey of Destin George Bell, the founder behind the Card.io app, a gamified fitness platform that combines elements of Capture the Flag with fitness tracking. From his roots in Louisville to establishing his startup in Austin, Destin shares the challenges and triumphs of launching a business during …

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304. SOAR Summit Live Podcast with Elijah Jensen & Cindy Sparks 45:50

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In this episode recorded live at the 2024 SOAR Summit, we talk with Cindy Sparks from Complete3D and Dr. Elijah Jensen from Black Box Energy Systems - two former winners of the Appalachia startup pitch competition. We discuss how Black Box Energy Systems is innovating in the energy sector with lightweight, efficient power solutions, and how Complet…

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303. Buddle Skincare: Gaylord VanGuilder on Innovating Baby Skincare and E-Commerce Strategies 36:13

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In this episode, Logan sits down with Gaylord VanGuilder, CEO and co-founder of Buddle Skincare, an e-commerce brand set on solving diaper rash. The discussion traverses the importance of prevention in skincare, and Gaylord's extensive background in pharmaceuticals and consumer goods, including his experience with Blue Lizard Australian Sunscreen. …

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302. Hippo Manager: Sam Razor on Building a Veterinary Software Platform to an Acquisition 53:08

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In this episode, Logan Jones and Evan Knowles sat down with Sam Razor, the former co-founder and CEO of Hippo Manager. They discuss Sam's journey building software in the veterinary space, ultimately leading to the acquisition of the business by a private equity firm. Be the first to see new episodes, along with a summary, key takeaways, and upcomi…

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301. Exploring ChatGPT's Advanced Voice Mode: A Conversation with AI 28:50

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In this episode, Logan Jones conducts an experimental podcast featuring an AI guest named Cove, a voice from ChatGPT's advanced voice mode. The discussion covers the impressive conversational capabilities of this feature, showcasing its human-like interactions and potential applications in education, brainstorming, and content creation. Logan explo…

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300. Middle Tech Recap with Logan Jones, Evan Knowles, and TJ Barnett 1:00:28

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In this episode, Logan, Evan, and TJ celebrate reaching the 300th episode of Middle Tech, diving into behind-the-scenes insights and reflecting on major developments in 2024. They share personal updates, discuss their founder-focused approach to storytelling, and explore significant trends in the tech industry, speculating on the biggest stories to…

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299. Julia Regan on Scaling RxLightning 46:08

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In this episode, Evan sits down with Julia Regan discusses the inception and growth of RxLightning, a healthcare technology company focused on improving access to specialty medications. She shares her journey from identifying a significant problem in the healthcare system to launching a drug-agnostic platform that connects various stakeholders. Jul…

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298. Travis Stanfield of Stacklet on Building a Tech Powerhouse 44:27

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In this episode, Logan Jones and Evan Knowles sit down with Travis Stanfield, co-founder and CEO of Stacklet. They discuss how Stacklet helps organizations save money and enhance security in the public cloud. Travis shares insights into the rapid growth of Stacklet, achieving their first million in revenue just seven months after launching their pr…

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From Side Hustle to Main Hustle: Franchise Success with Expert James Hilovsky 42:13

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Send us a text Ready to unlock the secrets of transforming your side hustle into your main hustle? Join us on Side Hustle City as we sit down with franchise expert James Hilovsky, who reveals the powerful potential of franchise ownership. Whether you're a professional athlete looking to pivot careers or simply seeking a new way to generate income, …

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297. NVIDIA's Dominance in Powering AI and The Future of AI and Energy: Nuclear Power 25:57

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In this episode, Evan Knowles explores the latest developments in AI infrastructure buildout, focusing on data centers, energy consumption, and sustainability. The expansion of AI and data centers has led to supply chain issues, power challenges, and environmental concerns. NVIDIA's GPUs have become a major player in powering AI, with significant r…

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296. The Cloud Minders: Ian Gerard on Navigating the Future of AI and GPU Services 45:57

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In this episode, Logan Jones sits down with Ian Gerard, the founder and CEO of The Cloud Minders, a GPU-as-a-service company. They discuss the high demand for GPUs and the innovative approach The Cloud Minders is taking to provide AI infrastructure affordably. The conversation delves into technical details about how AI and GPU work, the energy cons…

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295. Canopy: Scott Koloms on the Future of Social Impact in Business 43:27

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In this episode, Evan Knowles sits down with Scott Koloms, the founder of Canopy Kentucky, to discuss the importance of businesses embracing social responsibility. The conversation covers the role of businesses in improving employee welfare, community development, and environmental preservation. Scott shares insights on how Canopy Kentucky is bring…

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Navigating Payroll and Entrepreneurship with Noah Osterhage 43:00

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Send us a text Discover the secrets of transforming a side hustle into a thriving main business in our latest episode of Side Hustle City! We sit down with Noah Osterhage, the visionary owner of Payroll Partners, who took a leap from being a client to owning a payroll company. Noah opens up about his journey through the payroll industry, shedding l…

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Mastering Lead Generation: From 9-to-5 to Entrepreneur with Phil F. Smith 40:33

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Send us a text Ever wondered how you can master lead generation and turn it into a profitable business? This episode of Side Hustle City is your go-to guide. We’re sitting down with Phil F. Smith, an entrepreneur who pivoted from a traditional 9-to-5 to becoming a lead generation dynamo. Phil’s journey is nothing short of inspiring, from starting a…

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Building a Strong Financial Future for Your Business with Hurley Fox 41:01

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Send us a text Ever struggled to understand the financial complexities of running a business? You're not alone. This week on Side Hustle City, we promise to unravel the mysteries of business financial management with Hurley Fox, founder of Fox and Partners. Learn how aligning financial strategies with your business goals can be the game-changer you…

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294. Climavision: Chris Goode, Ben Toms, & Peter Childs on Creating Hyper-Accurate Weather Forecasting 38:21

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In this episode of the Middle Tech Podcast, Logan Jones sits down with Chris Goode, CEO of Climavision, along with Ben Toms, VP of AI Weather, and Peter Childs, Chief Scientist. They discuss the advancements and unique approaches Climavision is taking in the weather and climate industry, particularly through the integration of generative AI and tra…

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293. Anu & Land Betterment: Scott Massey & Kirk Taylor on Partnering to Nourish Communities Sustainably 1:03:40

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In this episode, Logan Jones sits down with Scott Massey, co-founder and CEO of Anu, and Kirk Taylor, co-founder and president of Land Betterment. They discuss their partnership to develop and sell autonomous fresh produce growing systems using Eco Solutions' upcycled shipping containers. We explore the technology behind Anu's self-nurturing pods, …

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292. Amplify Startups: Larry Horn on Supporting Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Louisville and Beyond 48:26

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In this episode, Logan Jones and Evan Knowles sit down with Larry Horn, CEO of Amplify Startups (formerly Amplify Louisville), to discuss the dynamics of the startup ecosystem in Kentucky. They explore themes like the distinction between entrepreneurship and innovation, the challenges and opportunities in Louisville, and the importance of collabora…

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291. TruDiagnostic: Varun Dwaraka & Hannah Went on The Future of Biological Aging and Longevity 41:39

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In this episode, Logan and Evan sit down with Hannah Went and Varun Dwaraka of TruDiagnostic to discuss the cutting-edge science and technology behind biological age testing and longevity research. TruDiagnostic aims to offer biological age testing to healthcare providers, focusing on how understanding epigenetics can lead to preventative medicine.…

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Eradication of the Guinea Worm with Adam Weiss 50:07

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Guinea worm infections have been plaguing mankind throughout recorded history. The Carter Center took the lead in the guinea worm eradication effort in the 1980’s, when there were over 3 million cases per year. Through concentrated effort, this disease is on the brink of extinction, with only 14 human cases in 2023! Adam Weiss, MPH, is the director…

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290. The Potential Impact of AI on Society 31:58

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In this episode, Evan provides an overview of artificial intelligence (AI), its origins, and its various types. He discusses the potential impact of AI on society, including economic transformation, healthcare advances, scientific progress, ethical and societal considerations, and global governance. Evan also shares practical applications of AI, su…

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From Citrus Groves to Organic Juice Empire: The Story of Uncle Matt's Organic with Matt McLean 45:20

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Send us a text Ever wondered how a fourth-generation citrus farmer turned his passion into the largest organic juice brand in the nation? Join us as we chat with Matt McLean, the visionary behind Uncle Matt's Organic. Mac takes us on a journey from his humble beginnings in the sweltering Florida groves to creating a thriving business empire. He ope…

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289. The Current State of Nuclear Energy: An Overview with Logan Jones 10:33

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Logan Jones breaks down recent news coming out of the nuclear energy space, how AI is accelerating the growth of energy demand, and what the near future could hold for nuclear technology. Be the first to see new episodes by subscribing to Middle Tech's Spotlight Series Newsletter: ⁠⁠https://middletech.beehiiv.com/⁠ Get in touch by reaching out to u…

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Transforming Real Estate with Tech: Arunabh Dastidar on Syndication and Startup Success 37:56

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Send us a text Unlock the secrets of private equity real estate and tech innovation with Arunabh Dastidar, the CEO and Co-Founder at RealSage, a data intelligence platform that enables multi-family asset owners and operators to make better decisions using AI. As an ex-asset owner and manager of projects worth over $5B, Arunabh has first-hand experi…

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Entrepreneurial Success in Northwest Arkansas: A Journey with Caleb Talley 38:19

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Send us a text Join us on this journey of entrepreneurial discovery with our guest, Caleb Talley from Startup Junkie, as he recounts his leap from studying print journalism at the University of Arkansas to shaping the startup ecosystem in Northwest Arkansas. Caleb's story is a testament to the vibrant and often underestimated entrepreneurial spirit…

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288. Awesome Inc: Brian Raney on Building Kentucky's Startup Ecosystem 46:29

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Brian Raney is the CEO and Co-Founder of Awesome Inc - a company that exists to create and grow high tech startups through a variety of initiatives, such as hosting community events, leading technology education courses, and offering a shared workspace environment.This episode was part of a live recording event in collaboration with Awesome Inc and…