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The Investor With Joel PalathinkalKatelyn Donnelly: Avalanche VCIn this episode, Katelyn Donnelly from Avalanche VC shares her journey from McKinsey to becoming a venture capital leader. She discusses founding Pearson's corporate VC arm, her work with Delivery Associates, and insights into government projects. Katelyn offers career advice for new investors, trends in education, and transitioning into venture capital or private equity. The conversation also covers communication skills, portfolio strategies, cross-border investments, and the impact of AI on venture capital. The episode wraps up with audience questions on balancing VC goals with a full-time job and starting with SPVs.
(0:00) Background and early career journey with Caitlin Donnelly
(2:27) Caitlin's...2025-07-2549 min
Practically IntelligentE20 – From Classrooms to Curiosity: AI & The Future of Learning with Katelyn DonnellyWe sit down with Katelyn Donnelly, founder & Managing Director of Avalanche VC. A longtime operator in education and social-impact consulting, Katelyn now backs early-stage AI and ed-tech startups reshaping how—and why—we learn.We cover:- Ed-tech vs. learning tech. Why the biggest breakthroughs often skip the classroom and go straight to the consumer.- Motivation over personalization. The real bottleneck isn’t better content—it’s sparking curiosity and keeping learners engaged.- AI’s dual role as both a teacher’s aide and a “homework cheater" and why that might not b...2025-06-0442 min
Fundraising: Demystified! True Stories Direct From FoundersEP 77: How To Spot Massive Early-Stage Startup Trends With Katelyn Donnelly Of Avalanche VCHow do you identify and capitalize on the biggest upcoming trends?Katelyn Donnelly, GP of Avalanche Ventures, unveils her unique investment strategy focusing on "avalanches" – inevitable market trends driven by societal and technological shifts. In this episode, Katelyn shares her insights on what VCs look for in early-stage startups, emphasizing the importance of founders building their life's work and understanding the nuances of early-stage venture capital. ----------------------------------------------------Raising capital?Get a list of vetted VCs for FREE here:https://web.thunder.vc/list-of-investors-vcs-for-founders?utm...2025-03-1332 min
On Her MarkGymnast Katelyn Ohashi Talks Finding Joy, Poetry & 'Gold Across America' TourRemember the UCLA gymnast who went viral a few years ago for her perfect 10 performances?! The gymnast who performed with pure joy while her teammates danced along with her from the sidelines?! That gymnast is Katelyn Ohashi and she is still spreading joy through the sport in a variety of ways. First, she's on her second "Gold Across America' tour with Simone Biles and other Olympians and elite athletes. She's also sharing her love of the sport through fashion design and poetry, too. Today we dive in to: Rediscovering her love for gymnastics & the joy it brought/brings h...2024-10-0828 min
Teach Different"The future belongs to those who prepare for it today." Teach Different with Malcolm X- Planned or not PlannedIn this episode of the Teach Different Podcast, Dan and Steve Fouts interview Katelyn Donnelly, an expert in education, workforce, and business, who shares insights on the importance of preparation and adaptability in shaping one's future. The discussion revolves around the quote from Malcolm X: "The future belongs to those who prepare for it today." Katelyn discusses her career journey, highlighting the significance of preparation in entrepreneurship and innovation. The conversation also explores the balance between preparation and spontaneity, the role of perseverance in overcoming unexpected challenges, and the impact of over-preparation on mental well-being. The episode emphasizes the...2024-08-2543 min
The Hannah Frankman PodcastKatelyn Donnelly: Funding Ed TechKatelyn Donnelly is the founder and general partner of Avalanche VC, a venture capitalist firm that invests primarily in Ed Tech Companies.
Expect to learn what Ed Tech is and how it’s changing the education landscape, how Austin, TX has become a hub for education innovation, and Katelyn’s predictions about the future of the education market. You’ll also learn about Katelyn’s work with the government of Pakistan helping them roll out a voucher program that allow students to attend public and private schools.
This episode is sponsored by John Gal...2024-07-251h 21
Obviously The FutureThe Bull Case for Elite Universities with Matthew RascoffWhat is the current state of college admissions? What social good do elite universities offer society, and how are they trying to do it better?We discuss the state of elite universities with Matthew Rascoff, the Vice Provost for Digital Education at Stanford University. Matthew is one of the most innovative administrators in the industry and a leader who puts ideas into action. He is pioneering new digital models to bring credit-bearing Stanford classes to lower-income high schools across the US. With digital learning, Matthew is reaching upstream to build more effective bridges fo...2024-05-0837 min
On Work and RevolutionKatelyn Donnelly: Avalanche VC - The Future is FreelanceUseful Links:To find out more about Fractional Leaders: https://jhammer-edtech.com/Follow Katelyn on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katelyndonnelly/
2024-04-2524 min
VC10X - Startups, GTM, Investing, Venture Capital, Asset Management, Private Equity, Family OfficeVC10X - Investing Pre-Avalanche🏔️ - Katelyn Donnelly, Founder & General Partner Avalanche VCKatelyn Donnelly is the founder and Managing Director of Avalanche VC, an early-stage venture firm investing early in technology companies that transform how people learn, earn, and own.
Previously, she was co-founder and Director at Delivery Associates, the leading public sector advisory firm implementing technology and large-scale reform worldwide. She served on the board until the company partnered with a private equity firm in November 2022.
Constantly curious, she has invested in companies, funds, and founders building behind massive trends that are obviously the future.
In this episode, we talk about -
- Investing in companies that ride Avalanches, or...2024-02-2728 min
Austin NextBreaking Down the State of Austin's Pre-Seed & Seed Funding with Katelyn Donnelly and Rajiv BalaThe impetus for this episode was a recent viral tweet stating that "Austin desperately needs another real pre-seed fund." This sparked fierce debate around the health and scalability of Austin's earliest-stage investing landscape. Looking to settle the controversy, I interviewed two Austin-based VCs laser-focused on pre-seed and seed - Avalanche VC's Katelyn Donnelly and Clutch VC's Rajiv Bala. We discuss how we define the stages, the evolution of the Austin market, and what trends they saw this year and heading into next.Episode HighlightsAvalanche VC invests in the first institutional round of...2023-12-1951 min
Obviously The FutureThe Power of Story: Turning fiction into reality with Damien WalterWhat is the role of story in technology and humanity? Is Elon Musk one of the greatest storytellers of our generation? Damien Walter is a "rockstar critic" in science fiction and fantasy. He runs a 30,000+ member Science Fiction community and hosts the popular Science Fiction podcast and YouTube channel, where he explores the myths underpinning our society through modern entertainment. ‘Story is the physics of the human world.’We discuss Damien's reaction to Marc Andreessen's Techno-Optimist Manifesto and explore the future of storytelling, AI, and education. Damien's thou...2023-12-131h 00
The Confused BreakfastLast Action Hero (1993)Last Action Hero was considered major FLOP when it debuted in 1993. It could have been that it was just ahead of it’s time and people weren’t ready for it. It also could have been that Jurassic Park came out right before this. Regardless, we take a look back on this film with a modern eye to see how we feel about it. Enjoy!•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:03:00 - Memories of first viewing•0:07:15- Pertinent movie details •0:10:00 - Critical and fan reviews•0:21:00 - Scene by scene breakdown •1:32:15 - Modern day ratings2023-12-061h 44
Obviously The FutureThe New Era of Entrepreneurial Storytellers with Wesley WangHow do you make a feature film as a high school student? What is the role of school when you demonstrate excellence outside the classroom?Wesley Wang is a filmmaker, an 11-time national chess champion, and a sophomore at Harvard. His first significant film, nothing, except everything, a coming-of-age short movie that has won many awards and gone viral on YouTube with 2.7 million views. We talk about Wesley's approach to learning and building his career in film. He treats every film like a startup and constantly improves his skills and products. At Avalanche...2023-12-0538 min
The Confused BreakfastBRUNCH: Top 5 Christmas SongsIt's Christmas-time and that means being inundated with Christmas music for the next couple weeks. On today's brunch episode, we give you our top 5 Christmas song lists as well as some honorable mentions and our LEAST favorites!•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:03:15 - Least Favorite and Honorable Mentions•0:17:00 - Top 5 Lists——————————————————————SPONSORS:**Everyplate- Get a meal for $1.49 PLUS $1 steaks for life by going to http://EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code 49confused. Subscription must be active to qualify and redeem $1 steak.——————————————————————**Support us at http://patreon.com/confusedbreakfast like these fine people-Robin Fawcett, Dane, Joel, Nick Merulla, Mark...2023-12-0441 min
Obviously The FutureMatching the Right School for You with Chris NeilsonWhy do great schools have empty spots? Why don’t schools compete fiercely for students? How does reducing microfrictions increase economic growth?Professor Chris Neilson is not your typical founder. He was born in the heart of Silicon Valley to undocumented immigrants from Chile. He is a former elite professional rugby player and has advised education policy for governments across the globe, the World Bank, and the IDB. He is a Professor of Economics and Global Affairs at Yale and has devoted his career to helping partners make the best education choices. Chris ha...2023-11-2944 min
The Confused BreakfastScrooged (1988)Is Scrooged a holiday classic or is it just a vehicle for Bill Murray to… well, be Bill Murray? We dive deep into this movie and answer the hard-hitting questions like, what ghost is the scariest? Is Bryce actually a good guy? What happens to everyone AFTER this movie ends? Is a towel actually a great gift idea? Join us as we review 1988's 'Scrooged' with a modern eye!•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:02:30 - Memories of first viewing•0:07:30 - Pertinent movie details •0:10:45 - Critical and fan reviews•0:19:00 - Scene by scene breakdown 2023-11-291h 47
The Confused BreakfastSon In Law (1993)Compared to Christmas, there are not many movies that take place around Thanksgiving. But of all the turkey day movies, Son In Law is usually ranked among the best. Does this movie still make us laugh? How long is it acceptable to wear a letterman’s jacket? Why didn’t we get a Patrick Renna/Paulie Shore spin off movie later in life? Do you buy Paulie Shore as a romantic love interest? Tune to find out!•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:02:45 - Memories of first viewing•0:06d:00- Pertinent movie details •0:09:00 - Critical and fan reviews...2023-11-221h 40
Obviously The FutureBoard Walk Empire: The Power of Curiosity and Connection with Elle BeecherHow do you design human connection at scale? Can emotional intelligence be learned? What’s the best way to handle being roasted online?Kind, Curious, and Open-Minded. These are the core values that Elle Beecher is building The Board Walks community around. She aims to unite people for energizing conversations, growing as humans, and connecting with people who share a "learn something, teach something" mindset.Elle calls The Board Walks ‘a quaint idea.’ It sounds simple: weekly five-mile walk on Saturdays kicked off with a highly intentional set of ground rules and ho...2023-11-2158 min
The Confused BreakfastRole Models (2008)Is this movie the reason you found out why Starbucks calls their large coffee a 'Venti'? Is this one of the funniest movies of the late 2000s? Did this movie make you want to join a Live-Action-Role-Playing Group? Did you second-guess your intake of energy drinks after they crashed the Minotaur truck? Join us for a modern-day review of 2008's comedy classic, Role Models!•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:02:15 - Memories of first viewing•0:07:00- Pertinent movie details •0:10:30 - Critical and fan reviews•0:22:00 - Scene by scene breakdown •1:25:00 - Modern day ratings...2023-11-151h 38
Obviously The FutureFanatical Learning Communities with Warren CarlyleHow do you build fanatical learning communities online? How does one ‘manufacture relevancy’?We dive deep into the world of Warren Carlyle, a professional community-building strategist who works with purpose-driven brands & influencers to build highly engaged online communities and wildly successful social media campaigns. He is also the founder/CEO of OctoNation- The Largest Octopus Fan Club, a nonprofit organization that inspires ocean conservation by teaching the world about octopuses. OctoNation has over 1 million members and educational content that inspires and enthralls millions each week.Warren is a neurodivergent thinker who has studied ‘the games people...2023-11-1043 min
The Confused BreakfastSt. Elmo's Fire (1985)St. Elmo’s Fire gave us one of the finest collections of attractive, young actors in the 80s but were any of these characters actually likable? Join us as we dive deep into one of the classic Brat Pack movies. Where did all of the characters end up 10 years later? What is with Joel Schumacher’s saxophone obsession? Is Kirby one of the biggest psychopath’s in film history? •0:00:00 - Introductions•0:02:15 - Memories of first viewing•0:06:00- Pertinent movie details •0:10:00 - Critical and fan reviews•0:20:00 - Scene by scene breakdow...2023-11-071h 49
The Confused BreakfastBRUNCH: Reviewing Creed's 'Human Clay' (1999)We dedicate an entire Brunch episode to Creed's 2nd studio album, 'Human Clay.' There isn't a human being on Earth that didn't hear the singles from this album at some point and chances are good that you are one of the 20,000,000 people who purchased this when it came out. Let's review it with a modern-ear.——————————————————————**Support us at http://patreon.com/confusedbreakfast like these fine people-Robin Fawcett, Dane, Joel, Nick Merulla, Mark Prior, Keerlana, Elisha, Camden Griffith, Cameron Jay, Bud Larsen, Katie Beeks, Mr. and Mrs. Roommate, Cale James, Jason Davis, Shaun Dixon, Emilio Perez, Skyler Brunssen, Jor...2023-11-0657 min
The Confused BreakfastHoney, I Shrunk The Kids (1989)Everyone loved this scary/thrilling adventure movie as a kid. However, after a modern-day rewatch, we have a lot questions. Does Matt Frewer outshine Rick Moranis? Why is there a destructive laser sitting unprotected in Ray’s attic? Is the ant scene still one of the most heartbreaking death scenes in movie history? What would have happened if they never got rescued? Why did Ray think that pitching this idea to the scientists was actually a good idea?•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:03:15 - Memories of first viewing•0:07:30- Pertinent movie details •0:12:15 - Cri...2023-11-011h 41
Obviously The FutureFriendship Funnel with Nick GrayWhat are some tips and tricks for making new friends? Why in real life events are critical to community building?At we are big believers in Nick’s 2-hour cocktail methodology and implement his best practices at all our events (name tags, always!), so we are excited to hear all the insight in this tactical conversation. Nick explains why he believes in-person events designed for introverts are obviously the future. Further, we explore how social media can complement in-person interactions to keep in touch and why you shouldn’t call your event a ‘networking event’ even if...2023-10-3136 min
The Confused BreakfastHalloween (1978)Is there a more iconic movie about Halloween? Is this the best horror movie of all-time? Is it possible for a podcast to make a hilarious episode while discussing this movie? You be the judge and join us for a modern-day review of John Carpenter’s Halloween from 1978.•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:02:15 - Memories of first viewing•0:06:00 - Pertinent movie details •0:10:00 - Critical and fan reviews•0:21:00 - Scene by scene breakdown •1:49:45 - Modern day ratings——————————————————————SPONSORS:**Pretty Litter- Save twenty percent on your first order by going to http://PrettyLitter.com/CONFUSED and us...2023-10-252h 02
Obviously The FutureWhy Wisdom is in Short Supply with Dalglish ChewWhy is doing ‘the inner work’ important? Can AI replace coaches? Why is wisdom in short supply?In this episode, the entire team is on for a conversation with our coach-in-residence, Dalglish Chew. Dalglish received a Ph.D. in English but left academia and cut his teeth at McKinsey, working with healthcare clients and conducting due diligence for private equity firms. He is now an executive coach and an investor at . He works with startup founders and investors across Silicon Valley to do, in his words, the “inner work that unlocks hyper growth.”Dalglish has no doubt...2023-10-2429 min
The Confused BreakfastScream (1996)Spooky season continues with our review of Scream. It was the highest grossing slasher film of all-time until 2018 and revitalized the horror movie genre, along with being responsible for the most overused and unoriginal halloween costume of the late 90s and early 00s. We dive in deep for a modern-day review. Who is the most punchable face? Did you see all the cameos in this movie? Do you know the Richard Gere gerbil story? •0:00:00 - Introductions•0:03:15 - Memories of first viewing•0:09:30 - Pertinent movie details •0:15:05 - Critical and fan reviews•0:24:00 - Sc...2023-10-181h 55
The Confused BreakfastThe Blair Witch Project (1999)When you saw The Blair Witch Project in 1999, you either A: thought it was the scariest movie you have ever seen or B: you didn’t finish it because you puked in the theatre and have to leave. Whatever your thoughts are, this movie deserves our praise for bringing the ‘found-footage’ genre to the masses. We dive deeper than any other podcast and dissect this movie with a modern eye. Why was Heather so hated? Was the Blair Witch the one messing with them? Is this movie a masterpiece?•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:02:30 - Memories of firs...2023-10-111h 54
Obviously The FutureGovTech: Solving Last Mile DeliveryHow can we instill outcomes and urgency in government? What is the opportunity for startups to deliver public goods?We discuss government, delivery, and technology with our long-time friends and colleagues, Saad Rizvi and Al-Hassan Hleileh. Saad is currently a partner at SuperLayer, a consumer crypto incubator, and previously co-founded Delivery Associates and co-authored An Avalanche Is Coming (along with Katelyn). Al-Hassan was most recently the Head of Digital at Delivery Associates and previously founded and worked at several Silicon Valley startups. U.S. government spending was 37% of GDP in 2022. Public trust in government is...2023-10-1040 min
The Confused BreakfastShaun of the Dead (2004)Is this the best zombie movie ever made? Maybe not but it's definitely the funniest zombie movie ever made. We dive deep into 2004's Shaun of the Dead to start off spooky season. Because Shaun finally takes accountability for his life, does he doom those around him? Is this what a zombie apocalypse would really be like? Is the Winchester the best place to wait for this to blow over? What does exacerbate mean?•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:02:15 - Memories of first viewing•0:07:15 - Pertinent movie details •0:09:30 - Critical and fan reviews•0:17:30...2023-10-041h 31
Obviously The FutureThe New Path to Home Ownership with Catalina KaiyoorawongsDo Millennials want to be homeowners? What is the most significant barrier to homeownership? With rising interest rates and high student loan debt, getting a mortgage and being a homeowner is less accessible than ever. Catalina Kaiyoorawongs is a passionate expert in increasing access to home ownership. Join us to understand the real deal with federal student loan forgiveness, the changes to credit underwriting, and why now might be one of the best times for first-time home buyers. Catalina founded LoanSense, which helps loan officers boost home affordability by reducing student loan payments and lowering...2023-10-0335 min
The Confused BreakfastYoung Guns (1988)REGULATORS! Mount up for a full review of 1988's american western classic, Young Guns. Did you know that Tom Cruise was in this movie? Is this the best on-screen portrayal of Billy The Kid? Why was Doc so creepy with his poetry? How historically accurate was this film? We tackle these questions and more! Enjoy!•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:03:00 - Memories of first viewing•0:08:15 - Pertinent movie details •0:10:45 - Critical and fan reviews•0:20:00 - Scene by scene breakdown •1:27:15 - Modern day ratings——————————————————————SPONSORS:**Hello Fresh- Go to http://HelloFresh.com/50confusedbreakfas...2023-09-271h 38
Obviously The FutureThe Real AI Expert with Deepak SekarWhat does it take to innovate using artificial intelligence? How can generative AI avatars improve learning? We talk with a technologist on the front lines. The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly changed the education system, prompting parents to become more involved in their children's learning. Deepak Sekar is one of those parents and an inventor with 214 patents who has successfully merged his passion for AI with his commitment to revolutionizing the education sector. Over the next decade, 50% of all online content will be produced or augmented with Generative AI. This episode discusses...2023-09-2644 min
Obviously The FutureEmpowering Parents: School Choice and TechnologyWhat does it take to empower parents and decentralize schooling? Why is a diversity of school models important to parents? Are we at a tipping point?Education is a fundamental pillar of society, shaping the minds and futures of our children. However, traditional education models have often fallen short in meeting the diverse needs of students. In this episode, we speak with Joe Connor, the founder and CEO of Odyssey. He shares his experiences with two legendary education organizations, KIPP and Rocketship, and how they have shaped his perspective on education. From the importance of...2023-09-2043 min
The Confused BreakfastField of Dreams (1989)Is this heaven? No… It’s a podcast about Field of Dreams! Join us as we dissect one of the best baseball movies of all-time. Is this peak Kevin Costner? Who is the voice? What is out in the cornfield? We dive deep into this one…. Enjoy!•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:02:15 - Memories of first viewing•0:07:45 - Pertinent movie details •0:12:30 - Critical and fan reviews•0:22:30 - Scene by scene breakdown •1:40:00 - Modern day ratings——————————————————————SPONSORS:**EveryPlate- Get started with EveryPlate for just $1.49 per meal by going to http://EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code CONFUS...2023-09-201h 55
The Confused BreakfastAirplane! (1980)Is this movie the funniest movie of all-time? Surely, you can’t be serious. We are serious and don’t call us Shirley. Join us as we break down one of the most iconic parody/spoof movies of all time. The highest earning comedy in box office history at the time and the fourth highest grossing overall movie for 1980. A movie that is rarely available to watch on in flight entertainment. We are of course talking about 1980’s Airplane.•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:03:30 - Memories of first viewing•0:08:15 - Pertinent movie det...2023-09-131h 43
Obviously The FutureThe Formula For Greatness with Sir Michael BarberHow does one achieve massive results? What does it take to be truly great?We sat with global implementation expert Sir Michael Barber, Chair of Delivery Associates and LP & Advisor to Avalanche VC. Join us for a reflective conversation on our work together in the past and about accomplishing big goals and changing the world. You can expect a wide-ranging conversation with historical and literary anecdotes, actionable advice, and honest takes.In this episode, we cover:* How to chair effective meetings* Reflection on our time at Pearson Ventures. Was i...2023-09-1239 min
The Confused BreakfastBRUNCH: These Movie Ratings Are WRONG!After 3 years of rating movies, each host gets to adjust their rating on 5 movies. This will shake up the overall rating. For good or bad? You'll find out.——————————————————————SPONSORS:**AG1- Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to http://drinkAG1.com/CONFUSED——————————————————————**Support us at http://patreon.com/confusedbreakfast like these fine people-Robin Fawcett, Dane, Joel, Nick Merulla, Mark Prior, Keerlana, Elisha, Camden Griffith, Cameron Jay, Bud Larsen, Katie Beeks, Mr. and Mrs. Roommate, Cale James, Jason Davis, Shaun Dixon, Emilio Perez, Skyler Brunssen, Jordan Hooten, Brynna M...2023-09-1143 min
The Confused BreakfastTombstone (1993)Is Tombstone the best movie adaptation of Wyatt Earp's story? How historically accurate was this movie? Why did Wyatt keep letting Ike get away? How much of a bad ass is Doc Holliday? Who has the best facial hair in the movie? We tackle all these hard-hitting questions and more. Enjoy!•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:02:30 - Memories of first viewing•0:06:45 - Pertinent movie details •0:16:45 - Critical and fan reviews•0:21:00 - Scene by scene breakdown •1:37:00 - Modern day ratings——————————————————————SPONSORS:**DraftKings- Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code CONFUSED to score $200 in bonus...2023-09-061h 48
The Confused BreakfastBRUNCH: PCU (1994)We revive our 'I've Never Seen' series with a classic movie from 1994, PCU. Whether you have seen the movie or not, you need to listen to this episode.——————————————————————SPONSORS:**AG1- Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to http://drinkAG1.com/CONFUSED——————————————————————**Support us at http://patreon.com/confusedbreakfast like these fine people-Robin Fawcett, Dane, Joel, Nick Merulla, Mark Prior, Keerlana, Elisha, Camden Griffith, Cameron Jay, Bud Larsen, Katie Beeks, Mr. and Mrs. Roommate, Cale James, Jason Davis, Shaun Dixon, Emilio Perez, Skyler Brunssen, Jordan Hooten, Brynna M...2023-09-0448 min
The Confused BreakfastAmerican Graffiti (1973)New episode! You know how much we love 'high school' movies and you know how much we love 'one crazy night' movies. So it should be no surprise that we were excited about reviewing 1973's American Graffiti! We have all the behind the scenes info and analysis that you could ever need. ENJOY!•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:02:15 - Memories of first viewing•0:04:45 - Pertinent movie details •0:10:15 - Critical and fan reviews•0:25:00 - Scene by scene breakdown •1:45:00 - Modern day ratings——————————————————————SPONSORS:Hello Fresh- Go to http://HelloFresh.com/50confusedbreakfast and use code 50...2023-08-301h 59
Rehash: A Web3 PodcastS5 E9 | Current State of Crypto Regulation w/Rebecca RettigOn this episode of Rehash, we speak with Rebecca Rettig, Chief Legal and Policy Officer at Polygon Labs, about the current state of crypto regulation around the world.This is the first legal and policy focused conversation we’ve had on Rehash in over a year - the last conversation we had on crypto regulation was with Katherine Wu from Archetype and Crypto Council for Innovation all the way back in Season 2. The main difference I wanted to touch on in this episode (other than just getting a more current take on where crypto regulation cur...2023-08-1744 min
The Confused BreakfastDuel (1971)Is Duel the greatest movie you have never seen?! Join us as we dissect the first movie that Steven Spielberg ever directed. It’s a thrill-ride of a movie and we highly recommend it! “And your drivvvvving along… your drivingggg along”•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:03:00 - Memories of first viewing•0:06:45 - Pertinent movie details •0:10:15 - Critical and fan reviews•0:19:30 - Scene by scene breakdown •1:40:45 - Modern day ratings——————————————————————SPONSORS:**EveryPlate- Get started with EveryPlate for just $1.49 per meal by going to http://EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code CONFUSED49**Cedar Ridg...2023-08-161h 53
The Confused BreakfastBRUNCH: Reviewing Sublime's Self-titled AlbumWe dedicate an entire Brunch episode to Sublime's 3rd and final studio album. This masterpiece and known and loved by many and was released shortly after Bradley Nowell passed away. Come hang with us while we chat about it.——————————————————————SPONSORS:**Rocket Money- Stop wasting money on things you don’t use. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions – and manage yourmoney the easy way – http://RocketMoney.com/confused**Visit us at Http://confusedbreakfast.com or leave a voicemail about your thoughts of the show! 319.804.9596——————————————————————**Support us at http://patreon.com/confusedbreakfast like these fine people-Robin Fawcett, Da...2023-08-1443 min
The Confused BreakfastBRUNCH: TV Shows That You Should Be WatchingAJ, Sean and Mike discuss the current TV shows that they are watching. They also discuss their current 'comfort' tv show.——————————————————————SPONSORS:**HelloFresh- Go to http://HelloFresh.com/confusedbreakfast50 and and use code confusedbreakfast50 for 50% off plus free shipping!”**Visit us at Http://confusedbreakfast.com or leave a voicemail about your thoughts of the show! 319.804.9596——————————————————————**Support us at http://patreon.com/confusedbreakfast like these fine people-Robin Fawcett, Dane, Joel, Nick Merulla, Mark Prior, Keerlana, Elisha, Camden Griffith, Cameron Jay, Bud Larsen, Katie Beeks, Mr. and Mrs. Roommate, Cale James, Jason Davis, Shaun Dixon, Emilio Perez, Skyler Brunssen, Jor...2023-08-0741 min
The Confused BreakfastRocky (1976)Summer of 70s kick off with one of the quintessential sports moving of all-time! We answer all the hard-hitting questions - what would happen if Jordan Peterson met Rocky, is Rocky is one step away from being a serial killer, is Rocky actually a good enough boxer to beat Apollo Creed, why is there no boxing in a movie about boxing, was Mickey the reason that Rocky didn’t win the fight? •0:00:00 - Introductions•0:03:30 - Memories of first viewing•0:07:30 - Pertinent movie details •0:12:30 - Critical and fan reviews•0:19:00 - Scene by scene b...2023-08-021h 59
The Confused BreakfastBRUNCH: Should You Go See Barbie and Oppenheimer?Sean got Barbenheimered and he is here to convince AJ and Mike to go see the movies too. We also dive into some conversation about SAG-AFTRA and talk about our favorite movie-going experiences!——————————————————————SPONSORS:**HelloFresh- Go to http://HelloFresh.com/confusedbreakfast50 and and use code confusedbreakfast50 for 50% off plus free shipping!”**Visit us at Http://confusedbreakfast.com or leave a voicemail about your thoughts of the show! 319.804.9596——————————————————————**Support us at http://patreon.com/confusedbreakfast like these fine people-Robin Fawcett, Dane, Joel, Nick Merulla, Mark Prior, Keerlana, Elisha, Camden Griffith, Cameron Jay, Bud Larsen, Katie Bee...2023-07-3139 min
Wannabe AngelsInvesting in the Future: Learn, Earn and Own with Katelyn Donnelly [Ep 21]In this episode, Harry and Colin talk with Katelyn Donnelly. Katelyn is the Managing Director of Avalanche VC, an early-stage venture firm investing in massive technology-driven trends starting with how people learn, earn, and own. She's previously been an active angel investor and LP in over 20 companies and funds. Before Avalanche, she co-founded Delivery Associates, a leading public sector advisory firm driving outcomes and technology implementation worldwide. She played every role in building the company, including serving on the board until its exit to private equity in November 2022. Previously, she co-founded Pearson Ventures, a significant EdTech venture fun...2023-06-2832 min
Wannabe AngelsAngel Investing in Devtools with swyx [ep. 12]In this episode, Colin and Harry are joined by swyx aka Shawn Wang. Shawn is a well-known angel investor actively involved in the developer relations and developer tools community. He has made a name for himself as a blogger, speaker, and community organizer. Get ready to learn everything you wanted about Devtools, Devrel, becoming a scout, and much more!Where to Listen and Watch:Apple - Spotify - YouTube - Segments:0:00 - Intro3:03 - What are Devtools?7:20 - Why did Shawn get into...2023-04-2643 min
#AskWhyLifelong Learning: Alternative Education and AI with Katelyn DonnellyKatelyn Donnelly is an experienced venture capitalist and advocate for alternative education. She believes that Continuous Education is important for adults to stay competitive - which has birthed companies like Reforge and Curious. Follow Katelyn's journey as she navigates the ever-changing landscape of education, exploring topics such as quantification models, virtual reality, team meetings and more.2023-04-1452 min
Forward Thinking Investors031 - Katelyn Donnelly, Founder and MD of Avalanche VCKatelyn's BioKatelyn is an investor and entrepreneur. Katelyn is the founder and Managing Director of Avalanche VC, an early-stage venture firm investing early in companies enabling decentralization and empowerment, focusing on how people earn, learn, and own. She is also a founder and board member of Delivery Associates, the leading public sector advisory firm implementing technology and large-scale reform worldwide. Constantly curious, she has invested in and advised funds, companies, and entrepreneurs who are building companies behind trends that are obviously the future. She has lived and worked globally, including in London, Sa...2022-10-3125 min
Forward Thinking Founders855 - Katelyn Donnelly, Founder and MD of Avalanche VCKatelyn's BioKatelyn is an investor and entrepreneur. Katelyn is the founder and Managing Director of Avalanche VC, an early-stage venture firm investing early in companies enabling decentralization and empowerment, focusing on how people earn, learn, and own. She is also a founder and board member of Delivery Associates, the leading public sector advisory firm implementing technology and large-scale reform worldwide. Constantly curious, she has invested in and advised funds, companies, and entrepreneurs who are building companies behind trends that are obviously the future. She has lived and worked globally, including in London, Sa...2022-10-3125 min
Citywire: The Ratings Radar ShowThe Ratings Radar Show: what’s happening in tech?Tech stock prices have collapsed in both public and private markets. What happens next?This latest edition of the Citywire Ratings Radar show has a different flavour.We’ve taken a break from the usual format of four talking heads around a virtual table.Instead, I sat down in the Citywire Studio to talk with Katelyn Donnelly, managing partner at New York VC firm Avalanche on everything from tech stock prices to private market funding and DAOs.2022-03-2815 min
Torchbearers: The Valpo Alumni PodcastEpisode 15: Katelyn Donnelly '14Welcome to Torchbearers: The Valpo Alumni Podcast! We're excited to have you join us! In today's episode, we talk with Katelyn Donnelly '14 about her Valpo Story and her project, COVID Can I Do It?. Have suggestions on topics or want to be a guest on the podcast? Email us at alumni@valpo.edu.Make sure to check out Valpo Connect, the Valpo Alumni and Student Career Networking site! Join our regional Valpo Facebook groups, which can be found here.Follow us on social media:Twitter: @valpoalumniInstagram: @valpoalumniFacebook: Valparaiso University...2020-08-2635 min