Join Captain Hoff (Steve Hoffman) as he taps into Founders Space's global network of creators, innovators, and entrepreneurs. This podcast brings you insights into how to reinvent your business, yourself, and your future. Find out more at CaptainHoff.com
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Think pitching to investors is all suits, slides, and 45-minute monologues? Nope. You’ve got 30 seconds to sound smart, solve a billion-dollar problem, and not sweat through your shirt. Listen to this before you blow your next big chance. #Startups #Investors #Venture #Funding #ElevatorPitch #PitchPerfect #StartupGame #InvestorHack #Hustle #Funding…
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AI is exploding—and not just in your newsfeed. The money's moving fast, the hype is louder than ever, and the real winners? They're playing a whole different game. Want in before the bubble (maybe) bursts? #AI #VentureCapital #Investing #Startups #Funding #TechTrends #Innovation #SmartMoney #TechBoom #FOMO…
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AI Bubble - Silicon Valley Investment Trends
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1:17The AI boom is starting to look a lot like a reality show: big promises, dramatic pivots, and more plot twists than a season finale. 📈🤖 But here’s the million (or billion) dollar question—who’s actually got what it takes to lead the revolution. Can we even know the answer at all? #AI #AIRevolution #startups #investment #techbubble #strategy #techtr…
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3 Tools that Make Building AI Agents a Breeze
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1:10If building AI agents sounds hard, that’s because you’re doing it wrong. These 3 tools are so smooth, even your grandma could launch a digital genius before her tea cools. Get in, nerd—we’re automating stuff. #AI #Agents #Tools #Tech #Automation #NoCode #Future #InnovationBy Steven Hoffman (Captain Hoff)
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Ever taught a robot to walk, only to have it trip over its own feet and blame you for the fall? Welcome to the brave new world where machines are learning to move like us—awkward first but improving at lightening speed. So, how do AI agents master human-like actions? It's a glimpse into our not-so-distant future. #AI #Robotics #MachineLearning #Aut…
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What if I told you that in Jewish education, not asking questions is the real scandal? Welcome to a tradition where challenging your teacher is encouraged, your curiosity is holy, and "Why?" is basically a spiritual practice. This isn’t your grandma’s Hebrew school (unless your grandma was a rabbinic rockstar). Buckle up — things are about to get d…
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You’ve got 10 seconds. That’s it. Less time than it takes to microwave a sad burrito—and way more important. Job. Date. Vibe check. And if you're still winging your first impressions like it’s amateur hour, this is your wake-up call. Stop impressing the wrong people and start playing the room like a pro. Yes, your awkward “Hi” might be ruining ever…
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Think you're just a few connections away from Beyoncé? Turns out, you're not wrong. The connection science tells us how close we all really are and how freakishly small our world really is. #Connected #Networking #HumanConnection #SocialWeb #DegreesOfSeparation #Community #Relationships #SixDegreesBy Steven Hoffman (Captain Hoff)
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Want famous people to do you a favor? Bold move. But guess what—totally doable. This video shows you how to go from “Who dis?” to “Sure, happy to help” without begging, scamming, or offering up a kidney. Watch before everyone else figures this out. #FameHack #CelebConnect #InfluencerTips #GetNoticed #CloutCode #Networking #BoldMoves #WatchThis…
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Think being a billionaire means an easy street? Think again. This video spills the sparkling, overpriced tea on how even the ultra-rich are out there living chaotic, and sometimes tragic, drama of their lives. Spoiler: you can have a private island and a public meltdown. Listen now and feel slightly better about your own disaster. #Billionaires #Fa…
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What do accidental fame, perfect timing, and a foreigner have in common? Apparently… me. One minute I’m minding my business, the next I have a fan base. No strategy, just pure luck and a dash of spark... and voilà. #Famous #China #Viral #Serendipity #TravelLife #LOL #Unexpected #RightTimeBy Steven Hoffman (Captain Hoff)
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These businesses are boring, but they’re making millions. No trend-chasing, no viral dances, just cold, hard, soul-crushing profit. If you’ve ever dreamed of getting rich without needing a personality… this one’s for you. #BoringBusinesses #EntrepreneurLife #ProfitMachine #PassiveIncome #SmallBusiness #CashFlow #WealthBuilding #BusinessIdeas…
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What is the No. 1 Reason Entrepreneurs Fail?
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0:58Ever wonder why some entrepreneurs crash harder than a Windows 95 startup? 😬 Spoiler alert: it's not because they didn’t grind hard enough or forgot to manifest. This #1 reason is the silent killer of startups—and chances are, you're flirting with it right now. Listen before your hustle turns into a cautionary tale. 💀📉 #Entrepreneurship #Startups #…
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Fake it & break it—because pretending your way through life is a great idea... until it isn’t. #FakeVibes #KeepItReal #AuthenticityMatters #EpicFail #TruthTalk #PersonaCrash #RealOnesOnly #MaskOffBy Steven Hoffman (Captain Hoff)
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Calling all dads who think ‘quality time’ means waving from across the room—this one's for you. If your kids know more about your car than your character, we’ve got a problem. Press play before your ‘World’s Okayest Dad’ mug becomes ironic. #Fatherhood #Parenting #Responsibility #DadLife #FamilyMatters #WakeUpCall #StepUp #RealTalk…
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Your grandpa started a business with a handshake and a dream. You’ve got WiFi, a Canva subscription, and crippling student debt. So... who's really got the edge? Are young entrepreneurs set to dominate — or are we just glorified freelancers with better branding? Find out before you launch that "next big thing" from your mom’s basement. #Entrepreneu…
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Ever wonder what ruthless billionaires curl up with when they're not ruining rivals or emotionally ghosting their way to the top? Spoiler: it’s not The Art of War—but it is dangerously addictive. These two books are their guilty pleasure, and yours will be pretending you’re not obsessed too. #BookTok #TBR #AlphaEnergy #FictionAddict #PowerPlays #Mu…
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Is AI the next Picasso or just a glorified copy-paste machine with Wi-Fi? We’re cutting through the hype, the hallucinations, and the Silicon Valley sparkle to get a straight answer to the question: can AI actually create? Spoiler alert: you’ll have to listen to find out. #AI #Creativity #TechTruth #Innovation #MachineLearning #RealityCheck #Digita…
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How to Achieve Success: First, ignore everyone. Then, doubt yourself constantly. Keep going anyway. Eventually, they'll call you a visionary—after calling you delusional. Only kidding... Find out how to actually achieve your dreams in this podcast. #Success #Persistence #Grindset #Focus #Vision #Growth #Fearless #Mindset…
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How to Keep Your Company Afloat in Stormy Seas: Just keep calm, cut costs, fake confidence, and pray the Wi-Fi holds while you pitch investors from a lifeboat made of buzzwords. #Survival #Leadership #Startups #ChaosMode #Hustle #Resilience #Pivot #FounderLifeBy Steven Hoffman (Captain Hoff)
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What do flying cars, eerily clever AI, and your grandma’s toaster have in common? They’re all riding the chaotic, mind-blowing tech tsunami coming straight at us. We’re diving into five breakthrough trends that are equal parts brilliant, bizarre, and just unsettling enough to make you wonder if we’ve stumbled into a Black Mirror script. You’ll laug…
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Startup Minds - What Makes a Great Startup Entrepreneur?
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1:05:34Captain Hoff shares a powerful perspective on what it takes to build a successful startup. Drawing from his vast experience as an entrepreneur, investor, and CEO of Founders Space, he outlines principles that are both inspiring and deeply pragmatic. What sets Hoff apart is his ability to blend visionary thinking with grounded, real-world insights t…
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Biohackers, Gene-Editing, Nootropics & Bio-Implants
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58:06Captain Hoff dives into the concept of biohacking, where individuals experiment with biology, technology, and lifestyle changes to enhance their physical and mental abilities. It showcases various techniques, from DIY biology and wearable tech to nootropics and dietary interventions, as biohackers seek to optimize health, longevity, and performance…
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Art of Public Speaking: Learn How to Captivate Your Audience
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1:05:20Captain Hoff helps you master the essential skills of public speaking. He delves into techniques for engaging and captivating audiences, from understanding the psychology of listeners to mastering body language, tone, and pacing. By focusing on both content and delivery, he aims to empower speakers to communicate their ideas effectively, leaving a …
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Future Tech: Asteroid Mining, 3D Bioprinting, Micro Windmills, Artificial Wombs, Mind Readers & More!
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28:18The future of technology is poised to revolutionize every aspect of life with innovations that were once the realm of science fiction. Join Captain Hoff as he explores asteroid mining, 3D bioprinting, micro windmills, artificial wombs, mind readers, 5D nano storage, & more!By Steven Hoffman (Captain Hoff)
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Innovation Explosion delves into the dynamic strategies and relentless creativity that fuel the meteoric rise of the Valley's most groundbreaking companies. It explores the process of radical innovation and the steps companies need to take to make the next big breakthroughs. #Innovation #TechStartups #SiliconValley #Entrepreneurship #DisruptiveInno…
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In this episode, Captain Hoff explains how top Silicon Valley venture capitalists decide which startups to invest in at an early stage. #VentureCapital #StartupSuccess #SiliconValley #Investing #Entrepreneurship #WinningStartups #Unicorns #FoundingTeam #MarketPotential #ProductMarketFit #BusinessModel #StartupFunding #InvestmentStrategies #TechInno…
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Brain Chips: Connecting Our Minds to the Internet
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45:38Brain Chips: Connecting Our Minds to the Internet delves into the astonishing possibilities of connecting our brains directly to the Internet, revolutionizing how we access and share information. Imagine downloading knowledge from the cloud, uploading memories, or even recording and sharing your dreams with others. #BrainComputerInterface #BCI #Neu…
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Captain Hoff explores the intricate art of selling, revealing that sales is far more than just convincing someone to make a purchase—it's about building connections, understanding human behavior, and delivering value.By Steven Hoffman (Captain Hoff)
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In this episode, Captain Hoff talks to about how startup CEOs sell and close transformational deals. These include venture funding, strategic partnerships, enterprise customers, and access to new markets.By Steven Hoffman (Captain Hoff)
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The AI Dilemma - The Promise and Perils of Superintelligence & AGI
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52:29What are the moral and ethical dilemmas we face as artificial intelligence becomes increasingly more powerful?By Steven Hoffman (Captain Hoff)
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The Future of AI Movies, Games & Entertainment
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24:21How will artificial intelligence transform games, movies, videos, and social media? What will AI movies look like in five years? Is generative text-to-game the future of game making? What AI tools will redefine content creation? Captain Hoff will dive deep on Sora, Pika, Genie, Roblox, NVIDIA, BCI, AGI, and more!…
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AI: How to be a Successful Entrepreneur in the Era of LLMs
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16:47How can you be successful in the era of AI? What do large language models mean for our future? How can you leverage the LLM platforms, like ChatGPT, Sora, Claude, and Gemini?By Steven Hoffman (Captain Hoff)
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Building People-Powered Organizations with Carol Schultz
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15:54Carol Schultz, the author of "Powered by People" and CEO of Vertical Elevation, talks about how to build a talent-centric organization.By Steven Hoffman (Captain Hoff)
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Captain Hoff explores what will happen when we connect our brains directly to the internet? Connecting our brains directly to the internet, through brain-computer interfaces (BCIs), is a futuristic concept with the potential to reshape our world in countless ways. It's still in its early stages, but the possibilities are both exciting and complex, …
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7 Mindsets for the Conscious Millionaire with JV Crum III
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38:41Join me as I interview Conscious Millionaire cofounder and author JV Crum III.By Steven Hoffman (Captain Hoff)
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The Age of AI - Robotic Farms, AI Worlds, Autonomous Agents, Humanoid Robots & Superintelligence
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33:28How AI will change everything: robotic farms, generative worlds, autonomous AI agents, humanoid AGI robots, superintelligence, and more!By Steven Hoffman (Captain Hoff)
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Captain Hoff interviews Adam Springer on how to get those first 30 sales that every startup needs. How do you sell into large organizations? What's the key to closing? How can you avoid common mistakes that founders make when selling their products?By Steven Hoffman (Captain Hoff)
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How to Sell Like a Rockstar (Sales & Dealmaking)
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22:27Captain Hoff discusses the secrets to selling. How can you supercharge your sales pipeline, close deals, and win over customers?By Steven Hoffman (Captain Hoff)
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AI is an incredibly powerful too, which can bring many benefits, but it may destroy our civilization in the process. What is the potential? And what are the perils? #ai #business #technology #artificialintelligence #digitaltransformation #agi #openai #chatgpt #google #facebook #llam #geko #llm #nlp #startups #investing #future #society…
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Roland Seablink, the CEO of Midstage Institute, explains how to take a floundering mid-stage startup and turn it into a market leader.By Steven Hoffman (Captain Hoff)
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How to Sell Your Startup Pitch to Investors
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26:39Moti Elkaim, the master of startup pitching, reveals his proven formula for selling your vision to investors.By Steven Hoffman (Captain Hoff)
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Innovate or Die - Startup Survival Guide!
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28:22If you don't innovate, your company will cease to exist. In this podcast episode, Captain Hoff talks about what a startup must do in order to survive in tough times!By Steven Hoffman (Captain Hoff)
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Captain Hoff talks with Ruby Chen about how to get employees back into the office without using mandates. - What works and what doesn't? - How can you avoid destroying morale? - Find out the big mistakes Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg are making. - Should you offer a hybrid work model? - How do you build trust? - How to make the office a more inviti…
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Join Saket Jain, host of Migrate to Wealth, as he interviews Captain Hoff about giving up your day job and taking the leap into entrepreneurship. How do founders make this decision, and what should you consider? Migrate to Wealth https://www.migrate2wealth.com/ #startups #founders #vcs #vc #funding #entrepreneurship #business #businessideas #silico…
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Are Hollywood Studios About to Replace Actors with AI?
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7:29The Screen Actors Guild (SAG-AFTRA) is up in arms. They are upset with the big studios because of artificial intelligence (AI). AI is enabling studios to scan extras and replicate their entire persona on the screen. Will this be the end of acting? Why are A-list actors so upset when it only affects extras? #SAG #actors #strike #AI #hollywood #techn…
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Five Forces: AI & ChatGPT + AR + Nanotech + Spacetech + Gene Editing CRISPR
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43:33Captain Hoff talks about The Five Forces That Change Everything. This includes Generative AI, augmented reality, nanotech, spacetech and gene editing and more!By Steven Hoffman (Captain Hoff)
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The Future of ChatGPT and Generative AI
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1:41:26Captain Hoff talks about the future of ChatGPT and Generative AI, including the creation of multimodal spaces, dynamic worlds, and brain-to-AI networks.By Steven Hoffman (Captain Hoff)
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Steve Hoffman (Captain Hoff) talks about the future of generative AI and Hollywood.By Steven Hoffman (Captain Hoff)
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Captain Hoff discusses whether or not AI is smarter than we are and how ChatGPT and Generative AI will change our jobs, education, and lives.By Steven Hoffman (Captain Hoff)
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