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First BuildersFounders, Firestarters, and First Principles: A Month of First BuildersIn this July 4th special, we’re taking a quick pause from new interviews to celebrate the sparks that launched First Builders. This 20-minute highlight reel brings together some of the most powerful moments from our first month of guests.You’ll hear:– Maia Bittner on resilience and scaling post-acquisition– Nathan Baschez on frameworks, writing, and building in public– Jason Prestinario on taking on healthcare giants– Rohini Pandhi on scaling product and platform from the ground upIt’s a short and energizing listen—perfect for a holiday walk or weekend recharge. Thanks...2025-07-0106 min

First BuildersThe Builder Behind the IPO: Maia Bittner on Founding Pinch and Scaling ChimeIn this episode, we sit down with Maia Bittner—a three-time founder, angel investor, and early team member at Chime—to explore the arc of a builder’s journey from zero to IPO. Maia shares how she co-founded Pinch to improve financial stability for millennials, scaled at Chime after the acquisition, and has since become a backer of new founders as an investor at XFactor Ventures.We dive into the uncommon paths to co-founder status, what made Pinch “acquirable,” and how Maia’s product instincts shaped user love across all her startups. She reflects on building wit...2025-06-2457 min

Artificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerWhat We Got Wrong in 2024!Send us a textBoy- did we get it wrong sometimes! Failure is the best teacher. So, Sam and Maia sat down in the MoneyPot Booth at Money20/20 in October and went over where they really missed the mark, and what it has taught them about what to look for in 2025. This episode dives into the lessons learned in FinTech during 2024, exploring the unexpected challenges within the housing market, societal attitudes toward financial fraud, and the reality of AI in customer service. • Reflecting on the surprising downturn of the housing market • Dis...2025-01-0718 min

Artificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerDissecting the Viral Chase ATM GlitchSend us a textWhat if you thought you found a loophole to get free money from ATMs, only to end up with a negative balance? Join us as we dissect a viral TikTok trend that had Chase Bank customers depositing fraudulent checks for quick withdrawals. Maia dives into how Chase later corrects these transactions, emphasizing the crucial role of identity verification and KYC (Know Your Customer) in online banking. We also tackle the unique challenges non-US residents face in accessing US-based bank accounts and the relentless efforts of banks to combat international fraud.Our...2024-09-2451 min

Artificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerNavigating KYC, KYB, and AML: Lessons from Mercury's Journey in Fintech ComplianceSend us a textCan financial compliance be the key to a safer global economy, or is it a labyrinthine obstacle for startups? In this episode, we unravel the intricate world of KYC (Know Your Customer), KYB (Know Your Business), and AML (Anti-Money Laundering), using the recent developments with the digital banking startup Mercury as a springboard. We dissect the complexities behind sensational headlines, exploring the foundational importance of KYC in thwarting fraud and money laundering. Discover the historical journey of the term "money laundering," from its emergence during Watergate to its critical role in Reagan's war...2024-09-0327 min

Fintech Insider Podcast by 11:FSNews: ClearBank secures Dutch banking licence, a16z-backed Tally shuts down, and UK fintech investment nearly triplesJoin host Kate Moody and some great guests as we discuss the biggest fintech and financial services news this week.Topics covered include: ClearBank are set for European expansion after securing a Dutch banking licence, year-on-year investment in UK fintech has nearly tripled to £5.7bn, San Francisco fintech Tally shuts down despite $855m valuation, and Google partners with GoHenry to develop Tap to Pay services for kids.This week's guests: Charles McManus - CEO of ClearBank Kyle Perez - General Partner at Foxe Capital Maia Bittner - Investment Partner, XFactor Ventures and host of t...2024-08-191h 05

Artificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerThe age old question - Will the US ever have a superapp?Send us a textCurious about why superapps are struggling to make a splash in the U.S. market? Join us as we uncover the unique barriers and skeptical outlook surrounding their success. Discover how the high costs of customer acquisition in fintech are pushing companies towards the super app model as a solution to maximize revenue from their existing user base. Tune in as we share insights from the latest Finnovate conference and debate if a major retailer like Walmart has what it takes to defy the odds and thrive in this complex landscape....2024-08-1333 min

Artificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerFedNow or FedLater?Send us a textHow did a payment system from Japan in 1973 pave the way for the digital wallet in your pocket today? Join us as we uncover the fascinating history and rapid evolution of faster payment systems worldwide. We take you on a journey from Japan's groundbreaking Zenjin system to contemporary giants like the UK's Faster Payment System, Brazil's PIX, and India's UPI. Along the way, you'll hear my firsthand experiences from a recent FedNow feedback session in Utah, featuring insights from industry leaders like MX and Galileo. Ever wondered why some transactions are i...2024-08-0629 min

Artificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerTech and Real Estate: Adapting to Post-Pandemic Work ModelsSend us a textWitness the dramatic transformation of commercial real estate as we discuss the staggering fall of St. Louis's tallest tower, from a $205 million valuation in 2006 to just $3.6 million today. We bring you an expert analysis from Joe Brady, who unpacks the "urban doom loop" and the potential for city revitalization through strategic public-private partnerships. Using Detroit's impressive resurgence, fueled by investments from Dan Gilbert of Rocket Mortgage, as a prime example, Joe shares his unique perspectives on reversing urban decline.Explore the ongoing shifts in urban development and how office spaces and...2024-07-3034 min $This Week in Fintech\'s Podcast$ This Week in Fintech's Podcast🎧The Fintech OG Series: Saira Rahman and Maia BittnerSpecial thanks to Canopy for sponsoring this week’s episode. Head over to Canopyservicing.com to learn more about how they’re powering some of the world’s leading fintechs’ and digital banks’ commercial loan programs. ⭐Top 40 Best Financial News Podcasts! ⭐ If you’re looking to expand your network and knowledge of fintech, look no further than the This Week In Fintech podcast. This engaging show brings together thought leaders from finance and technology sectors who share their experiences, insights, and innovative approaches.2024-07-0834 min

Artificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerExposing Vulnerabilities: Evolve Bank's Breach and the Fintech Trust ChallengeSend us a textCan a single phishing attack lead to the financial ruin of millions? Brace yourself as we uncover the catastrophic data breach at Evolve Bank, orchestrated by the infamous LockBit ransomware group. Maia and Sam dissect this digital disaster, where a simple phishing scam blew open the floodgates, exposing the personal identifiable information (PII) of millions of Americans on the dark web. This breach isn’t just a wake-up call; it's a seismic shock, revealing glaring loopholes in our current security measures. We commend Jason Mikula for his fearless reporting on this issue, even un...2024-07-0222 min

Artificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerUnlocking the Mysteries of Credit Card Loyalty Programs And the Bilt ConundrumSend us a textEver wondered how credit card loyalty programs actually work and why some stand out more than others? Join us as we unravel the secrets behind these fascinating systems! Our episode kicks off with Maya Bittner and Sam Maul taking you on a nostalgic journey through the origins of loyalty programs. We highlight milestones from American Airlines' pioneering efforts in 1981 to Sam's amusing memories of Piggly Wiggly stamps. Maya passionately argues why the Chase Sapphire Reserve card is a game-changer in today's market, focusing on its Visa Infinite classification and higher interchange fees. Together...2024-06-2630 min

Artificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerRevolutionizing Philanthropy: Salomon Serfati on Donor Advised Funds and Innovative Giving StrategiesSend us a textDiscover how Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) can revolutionize your approach to philanthropy with Salomon Serfati, CEO and co-founder of Chariot. Saul joins us to shed light on how DAFs offer significant tax benefits and the flexibility to time your contributions for maximum impact. Through a touching personal anecdote, Saul reveals how he and his fiancée used a DAF to help fund weddings for those in need, illuminating the communal and heartfelt potential of these funds.We also explore the innovative possibilities of DAFs in making charitable giving more strategic and al...2024-06-2525 min

Artificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerVenturing into Fintech: Sheel Mohnot on Navigating Early-Stage Investments and the Future of Wearable TechSend us a textEver wondered what it's like to receive an unexpected haul of shoes just by tweeting about sore feet? Tune in as we learn about the unexpected windfalls for a finfluencer. With us is Sheel Mohnot, co-founder of Better Tomorrow Ventures, who takes us through his thrilling journey in the fintech landscape. Get an insider's look at how he teamed up with Jake Gibson of NerdWallet fame to create a venture capital firm aimed at fostering early-stage fintech innovations.Sheel dives into the gritty details of early-stage investing and fundraising, offering a ca...2024-06-1942 min

Artificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerUnpacking the Cash App Controversy and FTX's Collapse: Lessons in Fintech Fraud and Founder DynamicsSend us a textCould the collapse of a major fintech entity be more complex than a simple case of fraud? Join us on this intriguing episode of "Artificially Intelligent," where Maia Bittner and Sam Maule, with their signature mix of humor and insight, navigate the murky waters of fintech controversies. We jump right into the latest buzz surrounding Cash App, currently under the microscope of New York regulators. Maia then passionately dissects the downfall of FTX and its enigmatic founder, Sam Bankman-Fried, challenging the black-and-white narrative that has dominated headlines. Learn why she believes there's a...2024-06-1826 min

Artificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerThe Modern Family Office: Digital Tools and Historical LessonsSend us a textWhat if the secret to preserving family wealth across generations lies hidden in the history books? We venture back to the roots of family offices, drawing lessons from the legendary Morgans and Rockerfellers. Hosts Sam Maule and Maia Bittner share compelling personal stories and historical insights, setting the stage for a deep dive into the evolution of family offices. Our special guest, Simran Kang, founder of MyFO-Tech and former PwC strategist, provides a rich perspective on how family offices maintain intergenerational wealth amidst alarming attrition rates. Ever wondered how the ultra-wealthy ma...2024-05-3128 min

Artificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerCrafting a Modern Community Bank: Insights from Corey LeBlancSend us a textEver wondered what it takes to build a bank from the ground up in less than a year? Join us as we sit down with Corey LeBlanc, co-founder of Locality Bank, who managed this incredible feat in Miami for under a million dollars. Corey shares his remarkable journey, from overcoming regulatory obstacles to raising capital, and how his background in the Air Force surprisingly prepared him for the structured world of banking. This conversation is packed with insights that anyone in the fintech and banking sectors will find invaluable, especially those passionate about...2024-05-2937 min

Artificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerReal Estate Evolution Through Technology with Visionary Amanda OrsonSend us a textPrepare to step into the future of real estate with Amanda Orson, the visionary behind Galleon, as we discuss the seismic shifts taking place in property transactions. Through a lively chat with your hosts, Maia Bittner and Sam Maule , we'll uncover how Galleon is charting a course for a world where traditional agents are no longer the gatekeepers of our dream homes. From the legacy of Zillow's Make Me Move to the thrilling possibilities of a market driven by technology, we promise an insider's look into an industry on the brink of transformation.2024-05-2726 min

Artificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerForecasting the Real Estate Business in the Wake of Industry UpheavalSend us a textAre you ready to uncover the truth behind the seismic shifts in real estate commissions? Join us as we dissect the aftermath of a landmark lawsuit settlement that's flipping the industry on its head. With the insightful guidance of Tessa Jarvis, a seasoned real estate agent, we navigate the unknown waters of real estate transactions post-settlement. Tessa offers a treasure trove of knowledge, from the implications of removing buyer's agent commission advertising in MLS listings to an insider's perspective on the indispensable value of buyer's agents in a digital age where listings are...2024-05-1630 min

Artificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerNavigating the Storm: The $30 Billion Interchange Fee Upheaval and the Future of Fintech TransactionsSend us a textDive headfirst into the complex world of interchange fees and understand how a mammoth $30 billion antitrust settlement is poised to reshape the financial tech landscape. Your pockets and the broader US market are on the cusp of experiencing the rippling effects of this legal juggernaut. We're peeling back the layers of this financial onion, examining the pivotal roles of banks, the enigmatic interchange fees, and the resilience of Visa and MasterCard's business models amidst industry upheaval. We're also discussing how risk and fraud prevention play into fee determination and why, despite the settlement...2024-05-1532 min

Artificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerCracking the Code on Health Savings with Matt Quinn's ExpertiseSend us a textUnlock the secrets of financial health with a deeper dive into the world of Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) as we sit down with Matt Quinn, the savvy mind behind Harvest. Matt illuminates the intricate dance of savings, investments, and tax advantages that HSAs offer, especially post Affordable Care Act. Experience our candid chat as we, your hosts Sam and Maia, share our own HSA stories, reflecting on the smart moves and the occasional stumbles we've encountered in our journey through the healthcare cost maze.Think managing healthcare costs is a high-wire ac...2024-05-0235 min

Artificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerSPECIAL EPISODE: Securing the Healthcare Payment Maze PART 2: Why Healthcare Needs a Crash Course from Banking NOW!Send us a textSam Maule and Maia Bittner have invited Boe Hartman, the CTO and co-Founder of Nomi, to pull up a chair again at our virtual table to share insights on the repercussions rippling through the healthcare payment systems, laying bare the stark financial and personal implications for providers and patients alike.As we navigate the turbulent waters of a $4 trillion industry caught in the throes of a major claims processing shutdown, we uncover the unseen winners of this crisis and confront the startling differences in regulation when comparing healthcare to the banking se...2024-04-1933 min

Artificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerSecuring the Healthcare Payment Maze: Boe Hartman on Transforming An Industry Under Cyber SiegeSend us a textDiscover the intricate labyrinth of medical payments and the heightened need for secure data as we sit with Boe Hartman of Nomi Health, whose expertise in banking and payments sheds light on the seismic effects of the United Healthcare cyber hack. Boe takes us through the trenches of an industry rattled by outdated systems, revealing how his work at Nomi Health is championing the development of real-time payment rails, poised to overhaul the costly and sluggish process of reimbursing healthcare providers. As we unravel the current state of U.S. healthcare pa...2024-04-1925 min

Artificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerIntroducing: Artificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia BittnerSend us a textEinstein once said, I have no special talent, I'm just passionately curious. But let's be honest, Albert was selling himself way too short.When it comes to fintech, Sam and Maia have definitely honed a few talents over the years. They've got over a decade each in banking and payments industry, so they've earned their stripes. Now some in the industry like to dub them fintech thought leaders- but they prefer to see themselves as perpetual fintech interns. And that's precisely why they decided to launch the Artificially Intelligent podcast - to...2024-04-1601 min

The MoneyPotSPECIAL EPISODE: Securing the Healthcare Payment Maze PART 2: Why Healthcare Needs a Crash Course from Banking NOW!This is episode 2 of Artificially Intelligent with Sam Maule and Maia Bittner, a new podcast from Money20/20. We are again putting them on our feed because of the immediacy of this story and the importance of payments and competition in our national infrastructure.Sam Maule and Maia Bittner have invited Boe Hartman, the CTO and co-Founder of Nomi, to pull up a chair again at our virtual table to share insights on the repercussions rippling through the healthcare payment systems, laying bare the stark financial and personal implications for providers and patients alike.As we navi...2024-03-1433 min

Beyond Two PercentBeyond Two Percent: Episode One - Navigating Motherhood and a CareerWe're excited to announce the first episode release of our new podcast, Beyond Two Percent!Beyond Two Percent analyzes the critical questions, issues, and dynamics that affect people differently by gender - and the intersection of those dynamics with finance. This week's roundtable focuses on motherhood and fintech, and we're lucky to be joined by Laura Spiekerman, Co-Founder of Alloy and Maia Bittner, Founder of Pinch and Voice of the Member at Chime. As always, our guests join our two fabulous hosts, Julie VerHage-Greenberg and Helen Femi Williams. We'll publish Beyond Two Percent monthly - if you'd be...2022-10-1447 min

Emotionally FitLearning to Ask for Help with Angel Investor, Maia BittnerIt can be really hard to reach out and ask for help and support. Some people have trouble with this because they want to see themselves as competent and having it all together. Some people worry that asking for help will reduce the amount of control they have in a situation, and some people weren't given a lot of support or help with things early in life and find it hard to ask for help now. Angel investor Maia Bittner joins Dr. Emily in this episode to work through some steps that we can all take to get more...2022-09-1315 min

Non-Technical45. Maia Bittner (Entrepreneur, Angel Investor) is a flight attendant’s dreamThis week, Alexis gets non-technical with Maia Bittner, entrepreneur and angel investor. They talk about misguided drop-shoulder fantasies, the present box (!!!), intuitive COGS, and how to name your dog (using data).You can find Maia on Twitter at twitter.com/maiab and Alexis at twitter.com/yayalexisgay or instagram.com/yayalexisgay and twitter.com/NonTechnicalPod.This episode is sponsored by Betts Recruiting. If you’re looking for your next big opportunity, you can join the Betts network and get connected with the world’s most innovative companies hiring go-to-market professionals like you. Learn more about hirin...2021-11-1049 min

Future of FintechThe Future of Automated FinancesThis week’s Future of Fintech is on the future of automated finances, discussing whether people prefer picking investments vs. having it automated, how the pandemic influenced this space, and upcoming opportunities. Future of Fintech is hosted by Immad Akhund, Founder and CEO of Mercury, and Sheel Mohnot, Partner at Better Tomorrow Ventures. Guests this week include: - Maia Bittner, Head of Business Operations at Chime - Chris Hutchins, Head of Financial Operations at Wealthfront - Yinon Ravid, CEO of Albert - Anish Acharya, General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz 2021-06-0356 min $What\'s Happening in Fintech Today$ What's Happening in Fintech TodayTransparency, Control, and Emotions ft. Maia Bittner, Founder of Pinch and FinTech Angel InvestorJulie sits down for Pt. 2 of the Couple’s Finance series with Maia Bittner, Founder of Pinch and FinTech Angel Investor, to discuss:- Maia's Couple's Finance Situation (2:01)- the struggles of couple's finance and fintech (13:43)- 3 Guiding Principles that all fintech's should consider about couple's finance (19:09)New episodes every Monday and Thursday!For daily updates on the fintech space sent right to your email, subscribe to the FTT Newsletter HERE.2021-05-2020 min

Future of FintechThe Future of Credit ScoresImmad Akhund, CEO of Mercury, and Sheel Mohnot, investor at Better Tomorrow Ventures, host an episode of Future of Fintech on the future of credit scores. Guests include: Ohad Samet, Cofounder & CEO of TrueAccord Maia Bittner, Head of Business Operations at Chime Matt Harris, Cofounder & CEO of Bloom Credit Kristy Kim, Cofounder & CEO of Tomo Credit Misha Esipov, Co-Founder & CEO of Nova Credit 2021-05-101h 00

The #ANGELS PodcastMaia Bittner, Fintech Engineer and Co-Founder of Rocksbox and PinchFor our latest episode, we welcome Maia Bittner. Maia’s journey as an entrepreneur started as a kid when she was selling used cameras on the internet and learned HTML to customize her eBay page. She fell in love with computers and technology as a way to solve problems, but resists the notion of building software for software’s sake. As she shares, “99% of the time, the hard part of building a product is not a tech problem. It's building MVPs, finding customer value and often it's faster to do that stuff and better if you do it without softwa...2021-03-2233 min

Fintech Insider Podcast by 11:FS469. News: Who isn't launching a checking account? Our expert hosts, Simon Taylor and Sarah Kocianski, are joined by some great guests to talk about the most notable fintech, financial services and banking news from the past week. This week's guests include: Maia Bittner - Voice of the Member, Chime Oscar Williams-Grut - Senior City Correspondent, Yahoo Finance We also hear soudbites from: Jeff Kelisky - CEO, Seedrs and Luke Lang - Co-founder, Crowdcube Francesca Hopwood-Road - Head of Regtech and Advanced Analytics, FCA Marcell King - Chief Innovation Officer, Payveris We cover the following stories from the fintech and financial services space:2020-10-121h 01

Startup FoundationsMaia Bittner: The future of banking & credit scoringToday on Startup Foundations, we speak with Maia Bittner who is the Voice of the Member at Chime Mobile Banking, which she joined after the acquisition of her third startup, Pinch. Maia is a serial entrepreneur and started her first business at a young age selling goods on eBay. Maia loves technology and has had many roles in her previous startups. In our conversation, we discuss her career trajectory as well as her approach to building startups and recruiting talent. CREDITS:Host: Greg Miaskiewicz, co-founder of Capbasehttps://twitter.com/miaskiewicz Guest...2020-10-0230 min

Destination Unknown: A Field GuideTrusting Yourself in TransitionJoin Linda and Maia Bittner, entrepreneur and start-up founder, as they talk about listening to ourselves in transition. Maia pursued her passion and made the difficult choice to step away from something very important to her and to those around her. Linda and Maia explore what it means to move away from external models of success and from the expectations that others impose on us. Find out what it takes to trust yourself! A powerful 13-minute episode. Listen now!2020-09-1713 min

Fintech Insider Podcast by 11:FS456. Insights: Truly Digital After Dark Our expert hosts, David Brear and Jason Bates, are joined by some of the brightest minds in the fintech industry for our first ever Truly Digital After Dark. Anne Boden , CEO of Starling Bank Nick Ogden, Founder and Chief Executive, RTGS Limited Maia Bittner, Voice of the Member, Chime Together they bring you a deep dive in to what Truly Digital really means, and how it has helped shape the face of the industry we are a part of. We will take a look at what it looks like both in the businesses, products and services created...2020-08-2845 min

Fintech Insider Podcast by 11:FS431. News: Shopify’s stratospheric rise and foray into fintech Our expert hosts, Sam and David are joined by some great guests to talk about the most notable fintech, financial services and banking news from the past week. This week's guests include: Scott Harkey, Chief Strategy Officer & Head of Payments at Levvel Ben Metz, Sr Managing Director at Jack Henry Maia Bittner, Head of Business Operations at Chime We cover the following stories from the fintech and financial services space: E-commerce platform Shopify to launch ‘Shopify Balance’ for businesses 05.42 Afterpay Reaches Five Million Active Customers after Two Years in U.S. Market 16:33 2. Bank of America leak expo...2020-06-011h 05

The PitchA Big Bet on an Ex-TruckerFor years, Pierre Laguerre worked as a truck driver. During those years he saw one of the biggest inefficiencies in the industry up-close: getting available drivers matched with trucks ready to get on the road. Barely a year after launch, his business, Fleeting, is growing fast. But he’ll have to convince the investors he has the technical savvy to make the company grow even faster. And he’ll need to tackle another problem: how to adapt to an industry transformed by COVID-19.Today's investors are Maia Bittner, Elizabeth Yin, Sheel Mohnot and Charles Hudson. 2020-05-0630 min

The PitchIf the Suit Fits, Invest.Founder Ray Li says he can make you a custom suit, out of a quiz. And his company, Sene, is already making a profit. Ray wants to pursue the technology AND build up a cool brand but the investors wonder if Ray would be better off choosing one or the other.Today's investors are Maia Bittner, Elizabeth Yin, David Goldberg, Sheel Mohnot and Charles Hudson. If you'd like to support Sene’s efforts to manufacture surgical masks, head to senestudio.com/pages/masks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 2020-03-2532 min

The PitchThe Napkin PitchTiffany Walling McGarity called in to the show and you, our listeners, voted her on to pitch the investors. But from the moment she stepped in the room, it was clear that this pitch would play out differently from the rest. On this episode, what a pitch sounds like when all you have are a few scratches on the back of the metaphorical napkin.Today's investors are Maia Bittner, Elizabeth Yin, David Goldberg, Sheel Mohnot and Charles Hudson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 2020-03-0434 min

The PitchCan Small Bras Be a Big Market?In VC, investors want to win big — that’s why they love highly scalable tech companies so much. But today’s founder, Jaclyn Fu, is selling actual things. Her startup, Pepper, makes real bras in a very real factory. There’s no tech except that you can buy her company’s stuff on the internet. So how do you convince investors that the opportunity is massive, when there’s nothing scalable about your startup?Today's investors are Maia Bittner, Elizabeth Yin, Sheel Mohnot and Charles Hudson. Here is Elizabeth's Twitter thread about debt vs VC financing for startups.2020-02-1931 min

The So Strangely PodcastISMIR 2019 Conference samplerThis episode brings recommendations from the 2019 ISMIR conference at TUDelft in the Netherlands. A number of contributors, old and new, highlighted papers that had caught their attention. Note: At ISMIR, all accepted papers were presented via a short 4 minute talk and a poster. This arrangement made it possible to keep all presentations in a single track. All papers and permited talks are posted on the ISMIR site. Time Stamps [0:01:51] Matan’s rec[0:07:27] Rachel’s rec[0:10:51] Andrew’s rec[0:15:20] Ashley and Felicia’s rec[0:19:59] Néstor’s rec[0:26:55] Tejaswinee’s rec[0:31:13] Brian’s rec[0:36:06] Finn’s recs Show notes Matan Gover recommends [A13] C...2019-11-2000 min