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Emergent: Building the Future(Video) Why the Future of Product Management Is Deeply Technical This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.emergentproduct.com/subscribe
2025-08-2602 min
Emergent: Building the Future(Video) AI Is Here—So Why Are We Still Hiring Designers and Engineers?This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.emergentproduct.com
2025-08-1901 min
Emergent: Building the Future(Video) The Death of the Middle: Why Average is Over This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.emergentproduct.com/subscribe
2025-08-1202 min
Emergent: Building the FutureThe Defense Startup That’s Quietly Disrupting China and RussiaIn this episode, we sit down with Brett Granberg, co-founder and CEO of Vannevar Labs, a defense technology company developing advanced software and hardware systems for the U.S. national security community. With a background at In-Q-Tel and McKinsey, Brett shares his path from the corporate world to building one of the most successful emerging defense startups in recent years.We dive into how Vannevar is bridging the gap between Silicon Valley engineering and national security missions, starting with data collection from adversary nations and scaling to $80M+ in revenue. Brett shares lessons from their earliest failed...
2025-08-011h 09
Emergent: Building the Future(Video) The Most Dangerous Productivity Myth This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.emergentproduct.com/subscribe
2025-07-0801 min
Emergent: Building the Future(Video) Equity Math Every Startup Should UnderstandThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.emergentproduct.comNote: valuation numbers assume a conservative ~7‑8× Company‑Value‑to‑ARR multiple and equity value numbers exclude investor dilution to keep the calculations straightforward.
2025-07-0101 min
Emergent: Building the Future(Video) The Secret to Sales? Shut Up. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.emergentproduct.com/subscribe
2025-06-2401 min
Emergent: Building the Future(Video) Work 10x Smarter, Not 100x Harder This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.emergentproduct.com/subscribe
2025-06-1701 min
Emergent: Building the FutureHow the Best AI Product Teams Act DifferentlyIn this episode, we sit down with Christian Marek, VP of Product at ProductBoard, to explore how AI is fundamentally reshaping product management. With experience at Meta, DocuSign, and now ProductBoard, Christian has been at the forefront of integrating AI into product workflows long before the generative AI boom. Now he's helping build ProductBoard's AI-powered features that help PMs distill thousands of pieces of customer feedback into actionable insights in minutes—work that previously took days or weeks.If you've ever wondered how AI will change the day-to-day work of product managers, what skills PMs need to de...
2025-06-0426 min
Emergent: Building the FutureA Mobile Phone Carrier That Protects Its SubscribersIn this episode, we hear from John Doyle, founder and CEO of Cape, America's first privacy-focused mobile carrier. Before Cape, John ran Palantir’s national security business, served as a special forces sergeant, and attended Harvard Law. Now he's solving critical privacy and security gaps in the mobile carrier industry with Cape’s software-defined mobile network, which is designed to protect users from common vulnerabilities like data breaches, SIM swaps, and unauthorized location tracking.If you've ever wondered how traditional mobile carriers handle your personal data, why privacy breaches in telecommunications have become so common, or how the...
2025-05-0857 min
Emergent: Building the Future(Video) Build Like the Competition Is Already WinningThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.emergentproduct.com
2025-04-3000 min
Emergent: Building the FutureLessons from SpaceX and the Future of Advanced ManufacturingIn this episode, we hear from Karan Talati, co-founder and CEO of First Resonance, a Los Angeles-based company building software to revolutionize advanced hardware manufacturing. Karan shares insights from his experience as an early engineer at SpaceX, where he developed automated systems that reduced production issues during the company's transition to reusable rockets. Now at First Resonance, he's solving critical infrastructure gaps in modern manufacturing with their platform called Ion, which is trusted by next-generation hardware innovators.If you've ever wondered how companies like SpaceX manufacture complex hardware at scale, why manufacturing capabilities are becoming a crucial...
2025-04-111h 11
Emergent: Building the FutureHow Anduril Is Rewriting the Rules of Defense InnovationIn this episode, we hear from Matthew Steckman, President and Chief Business Officer of Anduril Industries, a trailblazing defense technology company. Matthew shares insights into how Anduril has rapidly scaled in the defense sector, tackling critical national security challenges through AI-driven autonomous systems, modular hardware, and innovative procurement strategies. With a background spanning Palantir and Zipline, Matthew explains Anduril’s unique approach to defense sales and strategy, how the company balances risk with strategy, and why composability in hardware and software is key to staying ahead.Matthew also provides an inside look at Arsenal One, Anduril’s mass...
2025-03-051h 01
Emergent: Building the FutureSam Altman’s Billion-Dollar Bet: How Oklo & Jacob DeWitte Are Redefining Nuclear EnergyIn this episode, we hear from Jacob DeWitte, co-founder and CEO of Oklo, a Santa Clara-based company developing advanced nuclear reactors that went public through Sam Altman's SPAC earlier this year. Jacob shares insights into how nuclear energy could power the planet for billions of years through fast reactor technology and fuel recycling. He discusses Oklo's innovative approach to nuclear reactor design, focusing on inherent safety features and modular systems that are particularly well-suited for powering AI data centers. With a background in nuclear engineering from MIT and experience at national laboratories, Jacob explains how Oklo is rethinking both...
2025-02-061h 16
The Valuu Makers PodcastFrom Pain Points to Product Success: The Art and Science of Building Valuable Products | Interview with Adam Judelson, Founder and CEO of First Principles CatalystIn this episode of the Value Makers podcast, Ryan Purvis sits down with Adam Judelson, founder of First Principles Catalyst, to discuss the intricacies of product management. From managing expectations and finding product-market fit to balancing bureaucracy with innovation, Adam shares insights from his extensive career in Silicon Valley. They explore practical examples, like the lessons learned from Apollo 13, the importance of meaningful MVPs, and how first principles thinking shapes successful products. Tune in to learn how to uncover real value, navigate product challenges, and create solutions that stick.About Guest: Adam Judelson...
2024-11-0549 min
Emergent: Building the Future(Video) The Four Signals That Confirm Your Product’s ValueThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.emergentproduct.com
2024-10-0901 min
Emergent: Building the Future(Video) When should founders hire a Chief Product Officer? This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.emergentproduct.com/subscribe
2024-09-1701 min
The CollabTalk PodcastEpisode 138 | Transforming Services Companies into Product-Led Companies with Adam JudelsonFor this episode, I spoke with Adam Judelson (@Ajuggles), Founder & CEO of First Principles Catalyst, on the process of transforming services-based companies into product-led organizations, discussing the strategic planning, product development, and management challenges involved in such a transition.
You can find more information on my guest on my blog at https://buckleyplanet.com/2024/08/collabtalk-podcast-episode-138-with-adam-judelson/
2024-08-2344 min
Emergent: Building the FutureEpisode 5: Productizing Biohacking with Andrew HerrIn this episode, we hear from Andrew Herr, the founder and CEO of Fount. Fount designs sophisticated health and performance products and has developed solutions to challenges ranging from jet lag to PMS. Previously, Andrew led human performance and biotech strategy efforts for the U.S. military, focusing on maximizing the performance of Navy SEALs.Key Takeaways* Understand Fount’s dual approach: an innovative product development engine fueled by a personalized coaching business.* Discover how “n of 1” experiments are designed to meet individual goals, such as energy, focus, mood, sleep, and gut health....
2024-07-261h 11
The ConsistencyWins PodcastFrom Silicon Valley to AI Frontiers: Adam Judelson's Journey and InsightsJoin us on this inspiring episode of "Leadership Unleashed" as we delve into the extraordinary journey of Adam Judelson, CEO and founder of First Principles and Emergent. Adam takes us from his roots in Silicon Valley, through his time in the intelligence community, and into the dynamic world of startups.Discover why communication and storytelling are vital skills for success across any industry. Adam shares the common pitfalls ambitious startups face, emphasizing the importance of understanding and addressing customer needs.Explore the future of AI with a focus on agentic systems, where AI agents will...
2024-07-1837 min
Emergent: Building the FutureEpisode 4: Portable Ultrasound Innovation with Audrey HowellIn this episode, we hear from Audrey Howell, the Vice President of Product at Butterfly Network (BFLY). Butterfly Network is revolutionizing the field of medical imaging by making point-of-care ultrasound devices more accessible and affordable through massive technical breakthroughs. Audrey has a diverse background in product development, having worked at Palantir Technologies and as a biomedical researcher at Stanford and Duke universities.Key Takeaways* Learn about the challenges required to innovate at a public medical device company building portable ultrasound systems that are both affordable and highly effective.* Discover how Butterfly Network's silicon...
2024-07-0156 min
Innovation TalksInside innovation: coaching emerging tech founders with Adam JudelsonToday, on Innovation Talks, we explore the intricacies of innovation coaching for emerging tech founders. We also discuss various strategies for integrating digital and analytical capabilities and the vital role of company culture in driving innovation. Our guest, Adam Judelson, brings a wealth of experience from both the public and private sectors, offering a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities faced by today’s tech entrepreneurs.Adam Judelson is a veteran in the field of product market fit with a rich background that spans government national security work, leading roles in tech companies li...
2024-07-0134 min
Emergent: Building the Future(Video) Feature specificity follows talentThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.emergentproduct.com
2024-06-2500 min
Emergent: Building the FutureEpisode 3: Satellite Autonomy with Nate HametIn this episode, we hear from Nate Hamet, the co-founder and CEO of Quindar. Quindar is an aerospace startup redefining spacecraft operations with a SaaS offering that manages satellite uptime like servers in a data center. Nate started his career testing and launching billion-dollar government satellites at Lockheed Martin and later joined OneWeb as an early engineer focusing on broadband satellites. At OneWeb, Nate met his five other co-founders who helped build the software to operate the world's first mega satellite constellation.Key Takeaways* Learn about the product challenges that arise from managing satellite constellations...
2024-06-1455 min
Emergent: Building the Future(Video) Why two users make great productsThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.emergentproduct.com
2024-06-0401 min
Emergent: Building the FutureEpisode 2: Satellites that Chase Each Other with Ari RosnerIn this episode, we hear from Ari Rosner, the Head of Product at True Anomaly. True Anomaly is building a constellation of satellites that perform Rendezvous and Proximity Operations (RPO) in space and a suite of software simulation tools to support these complex missions. His company is focused on how to safely navigate close to other satellites, a challenge where relative velocities can hit 15 kilometers per second in an austere environment. Ari is a CalTech graduate, a former NASA Jet Propulsion Labs Engineer, a COVID-era product founder, a former deep tech venture investor at Riot Ventures, and is now...
2024-05-3142 min
Emergent: Building the FutureEpisode 1: Building Extended Reality Products in 3D with Tim RaftisIn this episode, Tim Raftis, the Co-founder and Chief Product Officer at TAP (Training All People), discusses how their product up-skills workers in technical fields, particularly in manufacturing careers, using Extended Reality (XR). The conversation delves into the unique challenges of building products in a 3D world, the ideal use cases for mixed reality environments, and the importance of the sensory experience. The episode also covers the product development process for XR, the way they conceptualize features in multiple dimensions, the role of XR subject matter experts, and the limitations of the Meta Quest and the Apple Vision Pro...
2024-05-1740 min
Startup HustleThe Value of Product TeamsDo you feel lost in the world of product development? Are you struggling to gain traction, validate your idea, or build a team that delivers?
In this episode, we're joined by Adam Judelson, founder and CEO of First Principles Catalyst, to dissect the common problems tech companies face with product development. From the challenges of early-stage startups to building the right product team, Adam brings his wealth of experience.
Matt and Adam have an uber-dynamic conversation on the following topics:
The importance of a product team and how it can supercharge your success.
Why...
2024-03-1244 min
Startup HustleThe Value of Product TeamsDo you feel lost in the world of product development? Are you struggling to gain traction, validate your idea, or build a team that delivers?
In this episode, we're joined by Adam Judelson, founder and CEO of First Principles Catalyst, to dissect the common problems tech companies face with product development. From the challenges of early-stage startups to building the right product team, Adam brings his wealth of experience.
Matt and Adam have an uber-dynamic conversation on the following topics:
The importance of a product team and how it can supercharge your success.
Why...
2024-03-1243 min
Business BrosDecoding Product Excellence with Adam Judelson1302 Today, we have a true product expert in our midst. The CEO and Founder of First Principals, is here to unravel the secrets behind creating remarkable products. With a track record that includes being Head of Product for Palantir's Gotham platform and roles as VP of Product and President in various ventures, he has navigated the complex world of product development across industries. Let's welcome to the show Adam Judelson!
Website: https://www.firstprinciples.la/
Social Media: https://twitter.com/Ajuggles , https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-judelson-25441583
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2024-02-0727 min
We Live to BuildThe Question That Forced Me to Finally Bet On MyselfWhat does it take to finally bet on myself? For product expert Adam Judelson, it was a single, powerful question from his coach: "Why do you think their chance of success is higher than your chance of success?". In this deep and philosophical interview, the founder of First Principles Catalyst explores the internal mindset of an entrepreneur. You'll learn about the VC Trap where you grow fast but end up with many bosses and little ownership, his product philosophy of selling value instead of pain avoidance, and the simple secret to success: do what everyone else does, plus one...
2024-01-2540 min
Code Story: Insights from Startup Tech LeadersS8 Bonus: Adam Judelson, NetworkNerdDay to day, Adam Judelson is obsessed with complex problem sets in the product world. This has resulted in him getting more and more excited about simple, but powerful, productivity tools. He comes from Silicon Valley, joining Palantir Technologies in the early days, followed up by some VC backed startups. Outside of tech, he spends a lot of his free time with his kids, riding bikes and polishing up his Dad joke trophies. He also does ocean swimming, and loves the challenge to get out past the waves.When Adam was a Palantir, he was building great...
2023-05-2532 min
Founders In LAThe Winning the Silicon Valley Science Fair One: Adam Judelson & Aligning Product + EngineeringAdam Judelson describes what it was like winning the grand prize at the Silicon Valley Science and Engineering Fair (and 4th place in the International Competition) in high school, and how it has provided inspiration throughout his career. He also discusses what makes a great marriage between Product and Engineering Teams.
2023-05-1029 min
Truckers Network Radio ShowHow to Regain Control of Your Digital PrivacyIdentity theft and data privacy are serious problems. No one is immune from identity thieves or companies and organizations that track you for your data – sometimes reporting it incorrectly. When you are using mobile and electronic devices, you and your information are vulnerable. If you are on the Internet and mobile devices, data miners are gathering information about you. This can impact every part of your life when it is shared without your permission. Identity expert Adam Judelson of mePrism talks about how to protect your digital privacy, learn what is being collected about you and how to take your da...
2021-12-2348 minTruckers Network Radio ShowHow to Regain Control of Your Digital PrivacyIdentity theft and data privacy are serious problems. No one is immune from identity thieves or companies and organizations that track you for your data – sometimes reporting it incorrectly. When you are using mobile and electronic devices, you and your information are vulnerable. If you are on the Internet and mobile devices, data miners are gathering information about you. This can impact every part of your life when it is shared without your permission. Identity expert Adam Judelson of mePrism talks about how to protect your digital privacy, learn what is being collected about you and how to take your da...
2021-12-2348 min
This is Product Management220 Productizing Consulting is Product ManagementAdam Judelson, VP of Product at Deloitte Consulting, and Chris Kluesener, Director of Strategic Partnerships at Alpha, discuss how to build a product startup within a global management consulting firm, and how that fits into the context of the massive transformation taking place in professional services today. Get the latest updates from the show at www.thisisproductmanagement.com.
2019-10-2145 min
BAILSTREETAdam Davidson from the New Yorker digs into President TrumpOn this episode of Bailstreet New Yorker staff writer Adam Davidson (he’s broken lots of stories) tells the guys he actually thinks this may be the calmest period of the Trump administration. What does he know that we don’t?
2018-10-0247 minPodcastPicks.comHow Does a Bail Bondsman Work? | Slate Working | 30:33Adam Davidson (of NPR’s Planet Money) does a great job drawing out the details of this profession from Ira Judelson.
"Judelson discusses his daily routine, the role that trust plays in his work relationships, and the famous clients that inspired the newspaper stories that adorn his office wall, including Dominique Strauss-Kahn, Ja Rule, Robert Durst, and Lindsay Lohan."
2015-03-2500 min
WorkingThe "How Does a Bail Bondsman Work?" EditionIn this installment of Slate's podcast about work, host Adam Davidson of NPR's Planet Money and the New York Times Magazine talks with veteran bail bondsman Ira Judelson. "I am the bank for people that get incarcerated," Judelson says, describing the complexity of his job in simple terms. "I am, on the street, a legal loan shark. I bail people out. I put up their bond to get them out of jail."Judelson discusses his daily routine, the role that trust plays in his work relationships, and the famous clients that inspired the newspaper stories that adorn his office w...
2015-03-2330 min