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Logan Bartlett is a Software Investor at Redpoint Ventures - a Silicon Valley-based VC with $6B AUM and investments in Snowflake, DraftKings, Twilio, Netflix. In each episode, Logan goes behind the scenes with world-class entrepreneurs and investors. If you're interested in the real inside baseball of tech, entrepreneurship, and start-up investing, tune in every Friday for new episodes.
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Call Your Shot

Alix Harris & Drew Moore

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Welcome to the Call Your Shot podcast, your weekly sports recap podcast where we break down the hottest headlines, dissect the latest injuries, and serve up our own hard-hitting analysis of the past week in sports. But that’s not all – we’re not just here to talk about the past but to predict the future. On the Call Your Shot podcast, we boldly predict the outcomes of the upcoming week’s games. Will our crystal ball be right on the money, or will we be eating humble pie?.
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On Fantasy Alarm's Ante Up, Howard Bender and Adam Ronis serve you up the picks, plays and fantasy information you need to win, and that they themselves have their money on. That's right. They won't say it, unless they play it. With the hardcore analysis you can trust, blended with comedy to keep you entertained, Bender and Ronis deliver, with both energy and snark, the winning information to keep you coming back for more. Each day, the two long-time sports industry veterans will fight like ...
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Former Professional Basketball players disscussing African basketball and the general ups and downs of playing at a level. Updates on current activities and insights on life. 🏀 Welcome to Real Talk with Kingsley Ogwudire Podcast! 🎙️ Are you a die-hard basketball aficionado, hungry for the hottest updates spanning from the heart of the USA to the courts of Africa? 🌍⛹️‍♀️⛹️‍♂️ Well, your search ends right here! I'm Kingsley Ogwudire, a former professional basketball player turned your trusty p ...
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Deep-diving basketball convo's and analysis, without the ESPN reality show narrative and a lil' bit of pop culture/social commentary. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ballnerdnetwork/support
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Evan Goldberg has been leading NetSuite for 26 years and counting. In this episode, Evan reflects on the journey of building NetSuite—from launching it with Larry Ellison’s support, to scaling through its IPO, and eventually being acquired by Oracle for $9.3B. He shares his leadership philosophies around humor and empathy, lessons learned from Larr…
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Drew Houston has now been CEO of Dropbox for over 17 years. In my latest conversation, he opens up about the pivotal leadership lessons he's learned, the mistakes that shaped the company, and the true challenges of going head-to-head with big tech. We also dive into the highs and lows of fundraising, how valuations can make or break a company traje…
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Send us a text On this episode of the Call Your Shot Podcast, the guys take a deep dive into the NFC, analyzing the Washington Commanders' surprise run, the Eagles' inconsistencies, and the Cowboys' struggles. They also cover the Vikings' unexpected success and the Lions' explosive offense. Drew and Alix discuss Baker Mayfield's MVP-level play with…
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Send us a text On this episode of the Call Your Shot Podcast, Drew and Alix break down the latest NFL headlines, diving into key injuries, blockbuster trades like Amari Cooper to the Bills and Devante Adams to the Jets, and the shifting dynamics of the season. They discuss the Bengals' struggles, the Ravens' rise, and Super Bowl predictions while a…
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Will Gaybrick joined Stripe as CFO after investing in the company at Thrive Capital. Over the past 9 years, now as President, he's helped grow Stripe's into one of the world's largest private startups. In this episode, we explore his impressive career journey—from Harvard Math to software engineering, Yale Law, venture capital, and now his leadersh…
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Send us a text Summary In this episode of the Call Your Shot Podcast, hosts Drew and Alix dive into the latest NFL news, focusing on key injuries affecting star players like Cooper Kupp and Tua Tagovailoa. They recap the thrilling games from Week 2, analyze the struggles of teams like the Ravens and Bengals, and discuss the surprising performances …
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Parker Conrad has spent the last 8 years building Rippling into a $13B company, marking his redemption after being ousted from Zenefits. In his second appearance on the podcast, Parker and I discussed Paul Graham's "founder mode" essay and how he operationalizes it at Rippling. He also reflected on the key lessons he's learned throughout his career…
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Send us a text Listen as we lay out our candid reactions, overreactions, and predictions from the NFL’s unfolding drama in week one going into week two. Don't miss our comprehensive breakdown of key games, individual player highlights, and team dynamics! 00:00:00 Sports Recap Podcast 00:11:57 Weekend Game Recap and Injury Updates 00:21:38 Football …
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Send us a text In this episode, the hosts discuss their award predictions for the upcoming NFL season and preview some of the matchups for the opening weekend of the 2024 season. They also cover topics such as the impact of a shortened training camp on elite receivers, and their thoughts on various NFL teams and upcoming games. They express skeptic…
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Year after year, the federation claims a lack of sponsors as an excuse for its failures in organizing and supporting the sport. Yet, there’s a glaring conflict of interest: the NBBF proudly dons AFA-branded gear, the very brand associated with the federation itself. How is it that a federation unable to secure sponsorship deals from global powerhou…
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Many know Celsius as a top energy drink brand today, but few are aware of the tumultuous journey CEO John Fieldly took to get it here. In the episode, John shared how the company nearly went bankrupt multiple times, lost 50% of its revenue overnight and even got delisted from the NASDAQ. Despite these challenges, John stepped up to rebuild the bran…
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Send us a text In this episode of the Call Your Shot Podcast, the guys discuss their predictions for the upcoming NFL season and the division rankings. They start with the NFC South and make their way around the NFC. They discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each team's roster and make predictions based on their analysis, some of which might sur…
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Send us a text In this episode of the Call Your Shot Podcast, the guys discuss their predictions for the upcoming NFL season and the division rankings. They start with the NFC South and make their way around the NFC. They discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each team's roster and make predictions based on their analysis, some of which might sur…
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The feud between Kevin Durant and Dennis Schroder, which began at the 2024 Paris Olympics, evidently isn't over yet. Schroder, who played for Germany during the Olympics and plays for the Brooklyn Nets, recently responded on his Twitch livestream to a social media post from Durant, who had responded to some comments from Schroder at the Olympics. "…
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Josh Wolfe, co-founder and managing partner at Lux Capital, is a master at quickly understanding complex, emerging technologies. In our conversation, Josh shared how he identifies the next big thing, his contrarian views on nuclear energy, biotech, and robotics, as well as his thoughts on the state of the venture capital market today. (00:00) Intro…
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Emery Wells is the co-founder and CEO of Frame.io, which he sold to Adobe in 2021 for nearly $1.3 billion. In our conversation, Emery shares his journey from NYC bartender to startup founder, including his agency work with Saturday Night Live that highlighted the pain points that led to Frame.io. We dive deep into his rejection of the lean startup …
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Dara Khosrowshahi runs one of the most complicated businesses in the world, Uber. Since taking over in 2017 Dara has led the company to profitability against all odds. In this episode, we touch on a number of things including Uber’s position on the future of Autonomous Vehicles (AVs), the challenges that were overcome in making Uber profitable, and…
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Mike Maples is an 8x Midas List investor and founding partner at Floodgate Fund. In our conversation, we dive into his latest book, "Pattern Breakers: Why Some Startups Change The Future." Mike shares his frameworks on how top startups beat incumbents by redefining categories, and he reflects on his worst and best decisions. We also discuss what th…
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In a recent development, former NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas has issued a heartfelt apology to Luol Deng and the people of South Sudan following his controversial comments. Arenas' remarks sparked outrage and highlighted the need for unity and understanding within the Black and African communities. 🗣️ "Moments like this are not for us to get upset a…
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Josh Reeves has built Gusto into a nearly $10B company with over $500M in ARR, serving small businesses. In our conversation, Josh delves into Gusto’s 13-year journey, sharing insights on how they achieved product-market fit by initially targeting a very narrow niche. He also highlights the tactics they’ve used to build an intentional culture of hu…
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Former NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas has crossed a line with his recent xenophobic comments following Team USA’s narrow win over South Sudan's national basketball team. His remarks not only disrespected the talent and effort of the South Sudanese players but also highlighted an underlying issue between Africans and African Americans that needs urgent…
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The Ultimate GOAT Showdown: When Facts Made LeBron Fan Howard L. Young Leave Mid-Debate We recently hosted an intense debate on the "Real Talk with Kingsley Ogwudire" podcast, featuring Howard L. Young, a staunch LeBron James fan. The discussion centered around the age-old question: Who is the true GOAT of basketball? Despite Howard's unwavering su…
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🎙️ Real Talk with Kingsley Ogwudire Podcast 🎙️ Welcome back to Real Talk with Kingsley Ogwudire! This week, we're diving deep into one of the most perplexing snubs in recent basketball history: Why was Jaylen Brown, the reigning Eastern Conference MVP and Finals MVP, left off the Team USA roster? Fans, analysts, and even Brown himself were shocked …
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Eric Glyman (CEO, Ramp) shared his operating playbook for leading one of the fastest-growing startups on his second appearance on the podcast. We also explored the unique ways Ramp leverages AI internally, strategies for startups to build moats in AI, and the concept of self-driving money. We concluded with one of the most profound and thoughtful d…
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When people wonder which players could have, or should have, been picked ahead of Bronny James in the 2024 NBA draft, we only need to look at specific players who are thriving in NBA summer basketball. One such player is playing for the Lakers in summer ball. Blake Hinson clearly looks like a player who is a lot more advanced in his development tha…
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The hits just keep on coming for JJ Redick as he prepares to take on his new job as the Lakers head coach. While many critics are already doubting his credibility for the role because of his lack of coaching experience, JJ faced far more serious allegations following Monday’s introductory press conference held by the Lakers. The accuser? JJ’s fello…
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So, the Lakers just drafted Bronny James, and let’s be real: no other NBA team wanted him. Who's actually making the decisions in Los Angeles? This move screams LeBron's influence and power, and while it’s fantastic for the James family, it’s an absolute nightmare for Lakers fans. Drafting a player with medical issues and no proven track record? Se…
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It's time to address a glaring issue that's been ignored for far too long. The Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) has consistently overlooked the Southeast region, favoring places like Lagos, Abuja, and Kaduna. This isn't just about Musa Kida, the current NBBF President; it's a systemic issue that spans all past presidents and board members. They…
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For the 10th time in his illustrious 21-season NBA career, LeBron James is getting accustomed to a new head coach. The Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly hired former NBA player and current podcast co-host, JJ Redick, on a four-year contract. This bold move brings a coaching rookie into the spotlight, tasked with managing a team that has struggled …
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Klarna CEO Sebastian Siemiatkowski led the rise from a profitable business to their peak $50 billion valuation, in which they were burning $150 million a month. In my latest episode, Sebastian shares how he turned Klarna back to profitability and discusses Klarna’s ongoing pursuit of creating a digital financial assistant. He also reflects on their…
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Olivier Pomel built Datadog into a $40B company while burning only $25M in capital. In our conversation, he shares the fundraising lessons, operating principles, and core insights that made this possible. He also discusses the pros and cons of building a tech company in NYC, how early-career professionals should approach learning AI tools, how Data…
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In the world of NBA mind games, Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd has taken the spotlight with a bold statement aimed at the Boston Celtics. Kidd recently claimed that Jaylen Brown, not Jayson Tatum, is the Celtics' best player, a remark that has certainly turned heads and raised eyebrows across the league. “Well, Jaylen’s their best player,” …
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Steve Kaufer led Tripadvisor to multi-billion dollar success over a 20+ year run as CEO. He discusses getting acquired and spun out from IAC, becoming a public company CEO, and his biggest operating lessons from his decades-long journey. Steve also shares behind-the-scenes of his new venture, Give Freely, and reflects on his entrepreneurial path. (…
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Since 2017, Bill Shufelt (CEO, Athletic Brewing) went from hedge fund trader to the CEO of the leading producer of non-alcoholic craft beer. Unlike the typical tech-focused chats, this one centers around a product many have fallen in love with. In the conversation, Bill tells stories of the unscalable but crucial strategies he used to build a brand…
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In the midst of meme stock craziness, Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev shared his most eye-opening insights from running the company that transformed the game for retail investors. He talks about Robinhood’s new Gold Card, his views on crypto, the media side, how artificial intelligence could change finance, and more. (00:00) Intro (03:27) The Origin of th…
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Send us a text Summary In this episode, Alix Harris and Drew Moore discuss the NBA conference finals matchups. They start by reviewing the second round of the playoffs, focusing on the Mavericks vs. Thunder series. They discuss the controversial foul call at the end of the game and the performances of key players. They also analyze the Thunder's st…
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On the day of the ChatGPT-4o announcement, Sam Altman sat down to share behind-the-scenes details of the launch and offer his predictions for the future of AI. Altman delves into OpenAI's vision, discusses the timeline for achieving AGI, and explores the societal impact of humanoid robots. He also expresses his excitement and concerns about AI pers…
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After 18 years leading Guidewire (~$10B), Marcus Ryu made the transition from CEO to partner at Battery Ventures. In the episode, Marcus shares his journey of co-founding Guidewire in 2001, steering the company through its IPO in 2012, and building one of the largest vertical software businesses in the world. He shares his insights on how to build …
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After last week’s announcement that IBM is acquiring HashiCorp for $6.4B, HashiCorp co-founder Armon Dadgar discussed a few behind-the-scenes elements of the acquisition and HashiCorp’s full journey from the early days. Armon shares some of his biggest lessons from the journey, from fundraising to community building and more. (00:00) Intro (01:17) …
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Before Andrew Bialecki took Klaviyo public and scaled the company to $6B, he bootstrapped it to over $1M in ARR. In our discussion, Andrew reveals his philosophies around fundraising, finding the best talent, cultivating entrepreneurship inside Klaviyo, scaling culture, and more. (00:00) Intro (01:13) Klaviyo's Bootstrap Beginnings (09:37) The Stra…
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Join us for the ultimate showdown at the 3 vs 3 Basketball Tournament in Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria! 🌟 This tournament is part of the visionary initiatives of His Excellency Governor Hope Uzodinma, aimed at providing incredible opportunities for the youth of Imo State to shine on the international stage! Led by the newly appointed Special Advisor t…
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After 23+ years in venture capital, Jeremy Levine has thrived in many eras, taking risks on now-iconic companies like LinkedIn, Shopify, Yelp, Pinterest, and more. In our discussion, Jeremy shared stories behind these investments and the mindsets he’s developed along the way. We also explored how the VC landscape has evolved over the last 20 years …
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Garrett Langley is the CEO of Flock Safety, a $4B company helping solve 10% of US crimes with AI-powered tech. Garrett offers an in-depth look into Flock Safety’s ambitious vision to eliminate crime in America and all the operating lessons he’s learned along the way, including how to build a strong and motivated team, keep people accountable, and l…
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In less than 8 years, Sanjit Biswas scaled Samsara from 0 to over $1B ARR. In our latest conversation, Sanjit shares all the lessons he’s learned about running a hyper-growth organization, including all the changes he’s made since growing and selling his first company Meraki to Cisco for $1.2B and going on to scale Samsara to $20B. A great episode …
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Send us a text Alix Harris and Drew as they dissect the Sweet 16 and Elite Eight rounds of the NCAA basketball tournaments. This episode navigates through the dramatic upsets and strategic victories, highlighting Alabama's unexpected win over North Carolina and Duke's strategy against Houston. The discussion brings to light the key players making a…
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One of the most preeminent AI founders, Aravind Srinivas (CEO, Perplexity), believes we could see 100+ AI startups valued over $10B in our future. In the episode, we discuss why Perplexity decided to compete with Google and Aravind shares predictions for the utopian future of artificial intelligence. He also discusses the differences between workin…
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Send us a text In this episode of the "Call Your Shop Podcast," Alix Harris and Drew Moore dissect the electrifying first two rounds of the NCAA tournament, focusing on both men's and women's basketball. They kick off with a deep dive into the men's tournament, where underdogs stole the show in an unprecedented fashion, marking the most upsets sinc…
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This week, Tracy Young launched her second startup, TigerEye, from stealth mode. After selling PlanGrid to Autodesk for $875 million and working with YC for a couple of years, Tracy and her husband/co-founder decided to build the software they wished they’d had while building PlanGrid. In our conversation, Tracy unmasks her vision for TigerEye and …
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Send us a text In this episode of the Call You Shot podcast, the guys discuss the new free agent signings and trades in the NFL, the upcoming NBA playoffs, as well as the Men's and Women's March Madness NCAA tournament. They highlight the potential impact of the Steelers acquiring Justin Fields for a low draft pick, the strong performance of the La…
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In the latest episode of Real Talk with Kingsley, we catch up with the incredible Lolo Ta'aga, now an early enroll student at USC and making waves as a freshman football player! 🌟 Join us as we dive into Lolo's journey from high school standout to college athlete, exploring the challenges, triumphs, and unforgettable moments along the way. From the…
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