Podcast

In this Three Breakthroughs episode of the Alumni Ventures Tech Optimist Podcast, Mike Collins and Lucas Pasch explore three major shifts shaping the future of technology. First, they discuss the rise of “OpenAI Mafia” startups, as top AI talent breaks away to launch competing ventures, driving innovation beyond the tech giants. Next, they examine the evolution of e-commerce, where interactive, social-driven shopping platforms like Whatnot are thriving while major players struggle to adapt. Finally, they dive into AI-driven online safety, highlighting Google’s new age estimation tools designed to protect younger users on digital platforms. Tune in for a deep dive into how these breakthroughs are redefining the tech landscape.

In this episode of The Tech Optimist, Meera Oak, a Partner at Alumni Ventures, interviews Lizzie Matusov, co-founder and CEO of Quotient, about transforming developer productivity.

In this episode of the Alumni Ventures Tech Optimist Podcast, hosts Mike Collins and Lucas Pasch explore three major breakthroughs shaping the future. They discuss the AI arms race among tech giants, the rise of decentralized social media like BlueSky, and a promising cancer vaccine trial from Dana-Farber showing zero recurrences in kidney cancer patients after three years. These innovations are transforming tech, medicine, and digital life. Tune in for a glimpse of what’s next.

In this this episode, Wesley Yiu interviewing Ronit Belson, CEO of Swamills, about tackling telemetry data overload. They discuss rising data costs, Sawmills’ AI-powered solution, and the future of observability. A must-listen for DevOps, engineers, and data enthusiasts!

In this episode of the Alumni Ventures Tech Optimist Podcast, hosts Mike Collins and Lucas Pasch explore three major innovations: DeepSeek’s low-cost ChatGPT rival, Boom Supersonic’s successful Mach 1.1 jet test, and the creation of the first fully synthetic yeast genome. Tune in to discover how these breakthroughs are shaping the future!

Mike Collins and Naren Ramaswamy explore three major AI breakthroughs in the Alumni Ventures Tech Optimist Podcast. They discuss AI’s impact on simulation, weather forecasting, and world-building, Amazon’s $8 billion investment in Anthropic, and AI’s role in decoding humpback whale communication. These advancements are reshaping industries and expanding the boundaries of scientific discovery.

In this this episode, Wesley Yiu interviewing Ali Hussain, CEO of Tabs, about how AI is revolutionizing B2B accounts receivable. Tabs uses AI-driven automation to accelerate payment collection, improve cash flow, and enhance revenue operations. Ali also shares his experience scaling Latch from seed to IPO, insights on fundraising, and the future of AI-native finance tools.

In this episode of the Alumni Ventures Tech Optimist Podcast, Mike Collins and Lucas Pasch explore three major AI breakthroughs. Chinese startup DeepSeek challenges OpenAI with a high-performing model on a smaller budget. The U.S. launches Project Stargate, a $500 billion AI initiative. OpenAI introduces Operator, an AI assistant that takes action, not just responds. Tune in as they discuss the global impact of these advancements.

In this Blue Flame Thinkers episode of the Alumni Ventures Tech Optimist Podcast, Drew Wandzilak sits down with award-winning journalist and author Ernest Scheyder to explore the high-stakes global battle for critical minerals. Scheyder shares insights from his book, The War Below, tackling supply chains, resource extraction, and energy security.

In this Meet the Startup episode of the Alumni Ventures Tech Optimist Podcast, Ray Wu sits down with Todd Ruoff, CEO of Autonomys Labs, to explore how the company is revolutionizing AI and blockchain.

In this Three Breakthroughs episode of the Tech Optimist Podcast, Mike Collins and Lucas Pasch explore game-changing innovations. They dive into OpenAI’s Tasks feature, a step toward AI agents, wildfire prevention powered by AI and robotics, and neuroscience advancements like regenerative medicine and lab-grown brain cells. Join them as they break it all down!

Mike Collins and guest Lucas Pasch kick off 2025 with a dynamic exploration of transformative tech trends. They discuss AI’s explosive growth, from OpenAI’s groundbreaking updates to NVIDIA’s vision for physical AI, heralding a new era where robots think, adapt, and act. The conversation shifts to the implications of the recent net neutrality repeal, examining how it might reshape internet access and innovation. Finally, they highlight how advancements in drones and autonomous vehicles—like Amazon’s delivery program and Waymo’s self-driving taxis — are revolutionizing logistics and mobility. Get ready for an inspiring ride through the future of technology!