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The Funny Music PodcastThe Funny Music Podcast - Episode 775Devo Spice and Luke Ski discuss this week's FuMP songs. Sorry, I don't know why this show didn't go up in the feed. In this episode: Luke to focus on his animatic. Devo updates his Patreon. "Panda Parody Song" by Joe J Thomas. Interview with Joe J Thomas. News: FuMP Newsletter, Mikey Mason Album. Tour dates. Happy birthday, Chris Mezzolesta, Todd Chapppelle, and Joe J Thomas! "Go to Sleep (Diss Track for My 8 Year Old)" by Matt Harbert. Interview with Matt Harbert. Feedback. Teasing.2025-04-2456 min

The FuMPGo To Sleep (Diss Track for my 8 Year Old) by Matt HarbertYou better go to sleep!2025-04-2201 min

Choose to Live, Love & GrowHow to Overcome Loss of Identity with Garret Biss-Ep 44Have you ever experienced a transition in your life, that took a piece of your identity away? That is an unfortunate thing that a lot of veterans go through. This transition is a main speaking point between Garret Biss and myself, as we both experienced that rough transition. Garret Biss is a retired Marine Corps Pilot, addiction recovery coach, and TEDx Speaker. Post-retirement in 2015, Garret confronted challenges common among veterans: anxiety, depression, and a sense of displacement. Turning to alcohol as a crutch, it wasn't until suicidal ideation took hold that he sought change. Rather than traditional ad...2024-09-0948 min

Shut Up I Love ItEP 270 - SURFING with Matt HarbertActor and writer Matt Harbert (Sandlerton) is so into surfing, he even crafted his own surfboard! Now, if he could just navigate the local surf lineup without stirring up the territorial vibes—surf's up, turf wars down! Episode Links: Matt's TikTok Matt's Twitter Matt's IG Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website 2024-09-031h 02

The ExecutiveFrom Airlines to Autonomous Vehicles: Richard Tame, Tech Industry Veteran and CFOMeet Richard Tame, a seasoned finance executive who is now serving as the CFO of Coeus Institute, an AI data driven analysis company. His journey across various industries and renowned corporations, from British Airways to tech giants like Amazon, Meta, and Lyft, has been marked by a wealth of diverse experiences. With a standout tenure as CFO at Aurora, the groundbreaking autonomous vehicle startup, Richard navigated the complexities of a rapidly expanding enterprise, orchestrating successful capital raises and forging strategic alliances that propelled Aurora to success in the fiercely competitive realm of self-driving cars. During our conversation, Richard shares...2024-04-191h 05

The ExecutiveSerial Entrepreneur & Silent Investor: Jackson Moses, Founder of Silent VenturesJackson Moses is a successful serial entrepreneur and early defense tech investor. He currently serves as the Founder and Managing Partner of Silent Ventures, an early stage venture firm investing in aerospace, defense, and national security startups including Anduril, Castelion, Chaos, Hadrian, and Saronic. Prior to launching Silent Ventures, Jackson founded MainStreet and Spectrum Labs, later acquired by ActiveFence. Between both startups, he raised over $120M, employed hundreds, and generated $30M+ in ARR. In this interview, Jackson shares invaluable insights gained from his experiences as a serial entrepreneur and early-stage investor. From navigating the complexities of the defense tech...2024-04-0850 min

The ExecutiveEmbracing Ambiguity: Dr. Seth Lederman, CEO & Chairman of Tonix PharmaceuticalsDr. Seth Lederman, CEO and Chairman of Tonix Pharmaceuticals, shares insights into his journey from medical practice to pharmaceutical entrepreneurship. From his early days combating the AIDS epidemic to specializing in rheumatology and fibromyalgia research, Dr. Lederman discusses the lessons learned from founding and leading Tonix Pharmaceuticals. Dr. Lederman offers valuable insights into the dynamics of drug development and commercialization. He also shares his perspective as a seasoned CEO, providing actionable advice on effective leadership and fostering a culture of innovation within the company. With the impending launch of Tanmaya, Tonix's pioneering product for fibromyalgia management...2024-03-2235 min

The ExecutiveBehind the Scenes of Private Equity: Jeff Hart Shares his Strategic ApproachJeff Hart is a partner at AE Industrial Partners, a Private Equity firm with over $6 Billion in AUM that has invested in some of the most exciting aerospace, security, and industrial companies across the country including Firefly Aerospace, Sierra Space, and York Space Systems. Jeff has spearheaded the Aerospace & Defense sector within the firm with his partner Bryan McElwee and has taken multiple companies public including Redwire and BigBear.ai where he remains on the board of directors. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-executive/message 2024-03-151h 00

Developers Who TestAdding QA to Your Startup with Matt WatsonIn this episode, Chris Harbert interviews Matt Watson, the founder and CEO of FullScale, about the role of test automation in startups. Matt shares his experience of running a successful company without a dedicated QA team and emphasizes the importance of testing based on the context and importance of the software being developed. They discuss the evolution of automated QA tools, advancements in browser automation, and the balance between unit tests, integration tests, and UI tests. Matt also highlights the need for both proactive and reactive testing, as well as the challenges of getting developers to prioritize testing and...2024-03-0545 min

The ExecutiveBuilding Success Beyond the Hype; Justus Kilian, Space CapitalJustus Kilian, Managing Partner at Space Capital, discusses how to create a culture of excellence, why Elon Musk interviewed the first 1,000 hires at Tesla, and how to find your dream mentor. Space Capital is a venture firm at the forefront of the Tech-Space intersection, boasting a robust portfolio with over $100 million in assets under management. With a steadfast commitment to innovation, Space Capital has joined forces with visionary founders and made strategic investments in breakout companies like Rocket Lab and SpaceX. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-executive/message 2024-02-231h 08

Startup HustleOptimizing Test Automation Maximizing Efficiency and Reducing CostsReady to supercharge your test automation and launch your startup to new heights? Elevate your company's efficiencies with insights from Chris Harbert, Founder and CEO of Testery, on mastering test automation and scaling globally. Forget the tired advice about needing a Silicon Valley address. Chris defied the odds, building a thriving remote-first company from his home base in Columbia, Missouri. We'll unpack his journey, from the early days of bootstrapping to tackling the challenges of scaling millions of tests daily. But it's not just about bragging rights. Chris gets real about the software testing trenches...2024-02-2051 min

The ExecutiveTrailblazing Her Own Path In Venture Capital In SpaceMeagan Murphy Crawford, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of SpaceFund, which has invested in over 20 Aerospace companies including SpaceX, Axiom Space, and Voyager Space. Meagan also co-founded the world’s longest running space business plan competition, and has taught, coached, and advised hundreds of space startups through their earliest stages – including some of the most successful aerospace companies around today. --Topics Covered -- Trailblazing Her Own Path In Venture Capital In Space (0:00) Meagan M. Crawford's journey from a personal financial planner at Primerica to her role in space-related indus...2024-02-091h 00

The ExecutiveThe Winning Traits of Founders; Andrea Hippeau, Partner at Lerer HippeauAndrea Hippeau is a Partner at Lerer Hippeau, an early-stage venture capital fund that has invested in some of the most forward thinking brands - Warby Parker, Allbirds, Cotopaxi, Casper, and Thrive. Andrea shares what traits all the best founders have, what her investor matrix is, how she uses her network, how founders should leverage their investors, and what her number one focus would be if she was starting all over again in venture capital. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-executive/message 2024-02-0250 min

Late to Grid - Grassroots RacingMatt Harbert - Rad Air Racing & Atomic Autosports & Full Of EnergySend us a textMatt Harbert is an automotive technician at Atomic Autosports and Rad Air in Wickliffe. He's also the team lead on the Rad Air Racing team and I finally had him on the podcast.Matt's full of energy and represents the great part of our sport. I am excited to see people like Matt taking an interest in grassroots racing and contributing to the industry rather than just be in the industry.Matt shares some great advice...Don't modify your car crazySkip Miata and buy a CorvetteHave fu...2024-01-1029 min

The ExecutiveEarly Employee to CEO of Public Company: Hadi ChaudhryHadi Chaudhry is the CEO & President at CareCloud, a publicly traded healthcare technology company. Hadi was an early employee at CareCloud where he rose the ranks helping take the company public and eventually becoming CEO. He has over 20 years of experience in the industry, and has been at the forefront of driving innovation and efficiency in healthcare management. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-executive/message 2023-10-0626 min

My Neighbors Are DeadChild's Play with Matt HarbertAdam heads back to Chicago to talk to a toy product designer (the return of Matt Harbert!) about toy safety, the obvious holes in Peacock's high school education, and what it takes to memorize a voodoo spell in this Child's Play themed episode. Want more from Matt? Check him out at https://www.instagram.com/mattharbertSHOW INFORMATIONPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/myneighborsaredeadTwitter: @MyDeadNeighborsInstagram: @MyNeighborsAreDeadEmail: MyNeighborsAreDead@gmail.comMerchandise: TeePublicSubscribe: Apple PodcastsSubscribe: Spotify 2023-09-1930 min

The ExecutiveMatthew Price, Co-Founder & COO of Promontory Therapeutics Matthew Price, COO of Promontory Therapeutics is an experienced biotech entrepreneur / C-level executive, and the only company co-founder named a 2022 Emerging Pharma Leader by Pharmaceutical Executive. He is responsible for industry collaborations with Pfizer and Merck KGaA, and for Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with the National Cancer Institute. He previously held research and managerial roles in the NGO and non-profit sectors working in the US and Germany. He holds an AB from Princeton University, and earned his MBA from Columbia Business School, where he was a Chazen Society Fellow in International Business. --- ...2023-08-2524 min

The ExecutiveA Story of Resilience in the Beauty Industry: Shannon Erley, Founder & CEO of PompShannon Erley, Founder & CEO of Pomp a groundbreaking platform connecting estheticians with their clients through technology in the beauty industry. She shares her journey from frustration with the crowded beauty market to building a resilient company that attracted major investors, including the Zuckerberg family when it seemed like they were at the end of their rope. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-executive/message 2023-08-1817 min

The ExecutiveDriving Innovation in Insurance: Erik Mitisek, Co-Founder & President of HighwingErik Mitisek, Co-Founder & President of Highwing, the first open data platform for commercial insurance. Highwing spun out of IMA Financial Group with a $4M seed round led by BRP Group and BrokerTech Ventures. Erik has over 2+ decades of operating as a c-suite executive, and founder of numerous companies. Erik was the Co-Founder of The Commons on Champa & Denver Startup Week, Chief Innovation Officer for the Governor John Hickenlooper, and CEO of the Colorado Technology Association. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-executive/message 2023-08-1123 min

The ExecutiveNavigating Challenging Markets and Finding Value: Joanna Arras, Partner of Baird CapitalJoanna Arras joined Baird Capital in 2014, a venture capital investor focused on early- and expansion-stage companies that leverage technology to solve business problems or just make life easier. She is also currently a board member of ChurnZero, Circonus, FullContact, and SourceDay and was previously a board member of Appcast, Startwire, and Autobooks. She has also previously served as a board observer of HouseCall Pro, Hireology, NowSecure, Datica, and Sittercity. Before joining Baird Capital, Joanna worked as an Associate in Baird's Investment Banking and Business Development departments, focusing on strategic investments and initiatives. Additionally, she previously served as an Equity R...2023-07-2820 min

The ExecutiveMaking Leave Not Suck: Jennifer Henderson, CEO & Founder of Tilt Jennifer Henderson is the Founder and CEO of Tilt, a venture-backed SaaS platform that redefines the employee leave experience. Based on her own experience of leave being a career killer, Jennifer decided to change that narrative and create a platform that allows employees to take the necessary time when life happens. Prior to founding Tilt, Jennifer was the Director of Operations at Noodles & Company and is a Board Member for CSU’s College of Business, Institute for Entrepreneurship. This interview is in partnership with Colorado Venture Summit. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh...2023-07-1818 min

The ExecutiveNavigating the Biotech Industry: Insights from Robert Jacks, CEO of Sparrow TherapeuticsRobert Jacks has 20 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry. He has founded or co-founded multiple companies and raised more than $170 million with several successful exits. He is now the President & CEO of Sparrow Pharmaceuticals which is developing targeted therapies for serious disorders of steroid excess and raised a $50M Series A in 2021. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-executive/message 2023-06-3036 min

The ExecutiveTreating Major Neurological Disorders: Dr. Marcelo Bigal, President and CEO of Ventus TherapeuticsDr. Marcelo Bigal, President and CEO of Ventus Therapeutics, a company that expects to become the leader in the field of using precision medicine to identify subsets of patients with severe chronic neurological conditions. Prior to Ventus, Dr. Marcelo held multiple positions in the industry, including CSO at Teva, leading a group of over 1,300 people, as well as CMO of Purdue. Prior to Teva, he was also the CMO at Labrys Biologics, Inc., leading the team responsible for the development of Fremanezumab (approved as Ajovy), a humanized monoclonal antibody against CGRP, an anti-migraine and pain target. He has published...2023-06-0941 min

The ExecutiveLeading in Aerospace: Monica Palko, Chief Legal & Administrative Officer of York Space SystemsMonica Palko, Chief Legal & Administrative Officer of York Space Systems. She discusses how leadership is not a one-size-fits-all approach, how to advance in an organization, and what trait surprised her the most in a great founder. York Space Systems, who design and manufacture space systems, is one of the fastest growing aerospace companies in the country. They were awarded a $382 Million dollar contract with the Department of Defense's Space Development Agency to manufacture satellites and recently received a significant investment from AEI to continue their impressive growth. Prior to York Space, Monica was the...2023-05-2437 min

The ExecutiveKelly Hennig, COO of Stoke Space Kelly Hennig, Chief Operating Officer of Stoke Space, one of the fastest growing aerospace companies developing reusable rockets to provide the satellite industry with low-cost, on-demand access to and from any orbit. Stoke’s investors include NFX, MaC Ventures, YC, Seven Seven Six Ventures, and several others. Prior to Stoke Space, she was an Engineering Executive at Raytheon Technologies for two years and the Chief Engineer at Advanced Concepts & Technology for Northrop Grumman for eighteen years and has also been the Electronics Division Chair at the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA). Kelly has an MS in Electrical Engineering/Electromagnetics/Optics from...2023-05-1233 min

The ExecutiveFrom Deep Analytics to Leading Post IPO: Molly Harper, Chief Business Officer of Synlogic Molly Harper, Chief Business Officer of Synlogic, a biotechnology company that went public in 2021 through a reverse merger with Mirna Therapeutics raising an additional $40M after $100M in venture capital funding. Molly is also a member of the Board of Directors for Catalyst Pharmaceuticals and PreciseDX. Molly attended Wharton for her MBA, Healthcare Management, and Bachelor of Arts from Cornell University. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-executive/message 2023-04-2118 min

The ExecutiveNavigating an IPO in a Challenging Market: Vlad Vitoc, CEO of MAIA Vlad Vitoc is the Founder & CEO of MAIA, an immune-oncology company, focused on the development of first-in-class drugs with novel mechanisms of action that are intended to meaningfully improve and extend the lives of people with cancer. Vlad and his team took MAIA public successfully in 2022 in one of the most difficult IPO markets in recent years. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-executive/message 2023-03-3113 min

The ExecutiveSerial Entrepreneur: Hans Keirstead, Founder & CEO of AivitaHans Keirstead is a serial entrepreneur and currently the Founder, CEO, and Chairman of Aivita Biomedical, a biotechnology company developing personalized vaccines for the prevention of infectious disease and treatment of cancer. He has now founded four biotechnology companies with successful exits in his previous three companies. Dr. Keirstead also holds Board positions in several prominent biotechnology companies. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-executive/message 2023-03-2428 min

The ExecutiveScientist, Investment Banker, and now Biotech CEO: Mani Mohindru, CEO of NovasentaMani Mohindru, CEO of Novasenta has a non-traditional career path, starting as a scientist studying immune cells in the context of autoimmune diseases. She later worked in investment banking, which exposed her to different therapeutic areas, treatment modalities, and a full view of what a company can grow into. She then transitioned to the operations side of public biotechs as Chief Strategy Officer and eventually became a Chief Financial Officer before becoming the CEO of Novasena. Mani’s diverse experiences have enriched her vision of what a company can be and how to build one. Her scientific background and ex...2023-03-1725 min

The ExecutiveAttorney to Life Science CEO - Brian Finrow, CEO of Lumen BioscienceBrian Finrow is the CEO of Lumen Bioscience, where they are reinventing how biologic drugs are made. Dissimilar to a lot of Bioscience CEO’s, Brian comes from the legal industry having graduated from Harvard and spent over 8 years at Cooley. Lumen's patented technology allows them to use the well-known food algae spirulina to deliver therapeutic proteins. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-executive/message 2023-03-1021 min

The ExecutiveHome Ownership For The Next Generation - Ed Messman, CEO of Rook CapitalEd Messman is the CEO of Rook Capital, a company that's on a mission to make home ownership and affordability more attainable for the next generation of home owners and real estate investors. He brings his experience in finance and building startups to lead his team with authenticity, getting them on board to make a big impact in what many have found to be a right of passage they've been barred from... owning a home. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-executive/message 2023-02-1742 min

The ExecutiveTransforming the Health Care Industry - Joanne Mizell, COO of Banner|AetnaWe're joined by Joanne Mizell to talk about the Banner|Aetna merger to transform the health care industry and how they're uniquely positioned to fix much of the broken aspects of this space. As mentioned: The Banner|Aetna Way / Fundamentals https://www.banneraetna.com/en/documents/BA-Code_of_conduct_2022.pdf --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-executive/message 2023-02-1033 min

Late to Grid - Grassroots RacingJason Pribyl - Growing From Karts To Formula CarsSend us a textJason Pribyl joins Bill in the Atomic Autosports studio to share his motorsports journey.Jason started racing karts at age 6, moved onto Lucas Oil School Of Racing at age 13 and then onto F1600 in 2019.In 2022 Jason participated in the Road To Indy program and raced Spec MX-5.His advice for someone who wants to get started is to look at karting and track days.Like many other guests, Jason talks about the importance of networking. As Jason builds his motorsports career, he looks for opportunities to...2023-01-2741 min