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The NarrativeRichard Feloni (RJF Editorial, prev. Bain Capital Ventures)My conversation with Rich Feloni. Rich is the founder of RJF Editorial, and the former head of content at Bain Capital Ventures. Chapters: 00:00 Cold open01:40 Rich’s backstory04:26 Going to Fiji to see Tony Robbins9:39 His time at Bain Capital Ventures10:54 Misconceptions about mainstream media14:11 The clash between journalists and founders18:12 Understanding journalistic incentives23:03 Shifting to RJF Editorial28:12 Minimum viable content strategy30:54 Building relationships with newsletter writers36:04 The importance of an owned Audiences37:45 Sustainable content strategies for founders40:16 Common mistakes in content creation44:40 Redefining success metrics in conten46:37 Influences and recommendations2025-05-2851 min
The NarrativeVincent Touati-TomasMy conversation with Vincent Touati-Tomas. Vincent is the former head of marketing and comms at Northzone. He's currently building his own independent advisory that helps founders with storytelling.Chapters: 00:00 Cold open01:02 Vincent's backstory 11:02 Vincent unpacks his editorial philosophy17:27 The importance of documentation19:11 Common mistakes founders / CMOs make26:09 Humans who have influenced Vincent2025-05-1428 min
The NarrativeChristen O'Brien (Scribble Ventures)My conversation with Christen O'Brien, Partner at Scribble Ventures. Chapters: 00:00 Cold open07:16 Christen's backstory 11:05 Building brands in VC24:59 Christen's thoughts on content and distro25:11 Mistakes made and lessons learned31:02 Her work at Scribble Ventures38:10 Where Christen draws inspiration from2025-04-3041 minThe NarrativeAaron Wright (Co-founder of Tribute Labs)In this episode of the Slow Hunch, I spoke with Aaron Wright, the co-founder and CEO of Tribute Labs. Aaron has been exploring how to harness the collective knowledge, energy, and capital of online communities for 20 years, from his early work at Wikipedia to his current focus on decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) and AI agents.Aaron believes major technological shifts lead to equally significant changes in organizational structures. He sees DAOs as the next evolution after the joint stock company that transformed capitalism centuries ago. According to him, thin layers of technology will enable coordination a...2025-04-231h 11
The NarrativeAdam Delehanty (Ghost)My conversation with Adam Delehanty, founder and CEO of Ghost.2025-04-0425 min
The NarrativeDean Khan Dhillon (fortyiq)My conversation with Dean Khan Dhillon, the CEO of fortyiq.00:00 Cold open05:29 Dean's backstory 08:17 From contractor to CEO in 240 days 11:42 Thoughts on in crypto marketing13:23 Minimum viable content strategy, and other tips20:49 Common mistakes on crypto twitter22:43 Future Plans for fortyiq27:39 Trends, and closing thoughts2025-03-2728 min
The NarrativeJaime Novoa (Kfund)My conversation with Jaime Novoa, partner at Kfund. Links: Jaime on X: @jaimenovoaYash on X: @yashbagalThe Narrative is produced by Spectral. 2025-03-0433 min
The NarrativeJenny Chao (Day One Ventures)In this episode, I spoke to Jenny Chao, the Director of Communications at Day One Ventures. Links: Jenny on Twitter: @jenny_chaoYash on Twitter: @yashbagalThe Narrative is produced by Spectral. 2025-02-2429 min
The NarrativeNate Martins (Foundation Capital)My conversation with Nate Martins, Marketing Partner at Foundation Capital. Links: Nate on Twitter: https://x.com/martin_pluralYash on Twitter: https://x.com/yashbagalThe Narrative is produced by Spectral. 2024-12-0627 min
Music TectonicsBuilding Music Communities in the Decentralized Age with Maarten WalravenThis week, Tristra Newyear Yeager joins Maarten Walraven, head of operations at Symphony and co-editor of MUSIC x, to explore the state of the music industry in the age of decentralization. Learn more about Symphony, the video platform for streaming orchestral music. Find out how the gamification of the fan experience has revolutionized the way fans connect with their favorite artists. Discover how artists are building their fan base by sharing content and getting fans involved in the creative process. Dive into the history of building communities. How has the definition of community changed? Find out on this week’s...2022-12-1536 min