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  • S13 E21 The No-Boss Life: Firat İşbecer on Entrepreneurship, Angel Investing, and Global Growth

    S13 E21 The No-Boss Life: Firat İşbecer on Entrepreneurship, Angel Investing, and Global Growth
    2025/06/12
    What drives someone to turn down the 9-to-5 path before it even begins? In this episode of FOMO Sapiens, Patrick McGinnis talks to Firat İşbecer, CEO of Commencis and one of Turkey’s most active angel investors, about how he knew early on that he would never work for someone else. Firat recounts the founding of Pozitron, a mobile banking startup launched before smartphones became ubiquitous, and how he scaled and sold it to Monitise, setting off a new chapter in venture building. Now at the helm of Commencis, a digital transformation powerhouse, Firat discusses the evolution of the Turkish tech ecosystem, the psychology behind great founders, and why angel investors should think of themselves as collaborators, not just check-writers. It’s a rare look into the mindset of someone who's helped shape an entire region’s startup future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 分
  • S13 E20 Kass and Mike Lazerow’s Unfiltered Truth About Running Startups

    S13 E20 Kass and Mike Lazerow’s Unfiltered Truth About Running Startups
    2025/06/05
    Forget the glossy startup story. This week, serial entrepreneurs Kass and Mike Lazerow join Patrick J. McGinnis to blow up the myths of effortless success. These two built and sold Golf.com and Buddy Media (to Salesforce for $745M)—but not without near-death experiences, crippling anxiety, and plenty of shoveling $h!t along the way. In this raw and often hilarious conversation, they share the real playbook: how to lead with emotional honesty, use anxiety as a superpower, raise capital when everyone says no, and stay obsessed with customers through every pivot. If you’re tired of startup hype and want hard-earned, practical lessons from people who’ve been through it all, this is the episode you’ve been waiting for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 分
  • S13 E19 4,000 Weeks Author Oliver Burkeman on Embracing Limits and Living Well

    S13 E19 4,000 Weeks Author Oliver Burkeman on Embracing Limits and Living Well
    2025/05/29
    Are you constantly battling the feeling of not having enough time? Join Patrick McGinnis as he explores the enlightening world of Oliver Burkeman, the acclaimed author of 4,000 Weeks and his latest release, Meditations for Mortals. Oliver shares his surprising realization that doing everything is impossible and how embracing our limitations can lead to greater productivity and peace of mind. Together, they unpack the modern phenomenon of FOMO, its roots in our digital age, and the universal challenge of choosing one path over another. Oliver also introduces the core concepts from his new book, offering practical, bite-sized meditations to help you shift your perspective on time, embrace imperfection, and prioritize what truly matters—all without getting bogged down by complicated systems. Get ready to rethink your relationship with time and discover a more intentional, serene way of living. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 分
  • S13 E18 Casper Co-Founder Neil Parikh on Building AI for Mental Well-being

    S13 E18 Casper Co-Founder Neil Parikh on Building AI for Mental Well-being
    2025/05/22
    From revolutionizing the mattress industry with Casper to tackling the complex world of mental health with AI, Neil Parikh’s entrepreneurial journey is nothing short of inspiring. Join Patrick McGinnis as they dive into Neil’s ability to persevere through adversity, a trait honed through both personal challenges and the ups and downs of scaling a billion-dollar business. They explore Casper’s disruptive success, the critical supply chain crisis, and the lessons learned from taking a company public. Now, Neil is co-founding Slingshot AI, focused on building the first foundation model for therapy, aiming to provide scalable, accessible mental healthcare. He delves into the unique approach of learning from real human therapy interactions and discusses how AI could pave the way for new therapeutic methods. Together, they tackle the skepticism and ethical considerations surrounding AI in mental health, offering a thought-provoking conversation on innovation, resilience, and the future of mental well-being. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    52 分
  • S13 E17 Romain Kapadia on What Happens When an Entrepreneur Faces Stage Four Cancer

    S13 E17 Romain Kapadia on What Happens When an Entrepreneur Faces Stage Four Cancer
    2025/05/15
    What happens when a driven entrepreneur is suddenly forced to confront the ultimate test—not in the boardroom, but in his own body? In this powerful episode of FOMO Sapiens, Romain Kapadia—founder, investor, marathoner, and stage four cancer survivor—joins Patrick McGinnis to explore how resilience, mindset, and business acumen intersect in the face of life-altering adversity. Romain shares the unconventional tools he used to navigate both startup chaos and his diagnosis, including his non-negotiable morning routine, a radically different perspective on time, and why optimism can be a form of strategy. This conversation isn’t just inspiring—it’s a masterclass in how to meet life’s hardest moments with clarity, decisiveness, and strength. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 分
  • S13 E16 Bigger, Better, Brooklyn: Brooklyn Mirage’s Josh Wyatt on Re-Inventing a Cultural Icon

    S13 E16 Bigger, Better, Brooklyn: Brooklyn Mirage’s Josh Wyatt on Re-Inventing a Cultural Icon
    2025/05/08
    Get ready to dive into the electrifying world of nightlife and brand building with Josh Wyatt, the CEO of Avant Gardner and the iconic Brooklyn Mirage. Join Patrick McGinnis as they explore Josh’s journey from risk-averse to embracing bold ventures, a transformation that led him to helm cultural hotspots like Noya House and Fotografiska. Discover the magic behind the relaunch of the Brooklyn Mirage, a purpose-built entertainment mecca in New York City. Josh shares the innovative strategies he's using to create a lasting, FOMO-inducing experience that transcends traditional nightlife. From drawing inspiration from operatic grandeur to reimagining audience engagement, they explore Josh's forward-thinking ideas, including a fully non-alcoholic bar concept that caters to evolving consumer preferences. This episode is a backstage pass to the vision and execution behind building a cultural phenomenon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    52 分
  • S13 E15 The Atlantic’s Olga Khazan on Whether You Can Really Change Your Personality

    S13 E15 The Atlantic’s Olga Khazan on Whether You Can Really Change Your Personality
    2025/05/01
    Can you actually become more outgoing, more conscientious, or even more emotionally stable? In this episode of FOMO Sapiens, Patrick McGinnis sits down with Olga Khazan, staff writer for The Atlantic and author of Weird, to dive into the science of personality change. Drawing from her own experience to become more extroverted, Olga explains how traits we once thought were fixed can shift through small, intentional actions. From the Big Five to mindfulness and behavioral tweaks, this conversation offers science-backed tools for reshaping your self—and why it’s not too late to become the person you want to be. Perfect for anyone curious about personal development, identity, or reinvention. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    48 分
  • S13 E14 Stanford's Isabelle Hau on Why Relational Intelligence Matters

    S13 E14 Stanford's Isabelle Hau on Why Relational Intelligence Matters
    2025/04/24
    Isabelle Hau, author of "Love to Learn" and Executive Director of the Stanford Accelerator for Learning, joins Patrick McGinnis on FOMO Sapiens to discuss the critical importance of relational intelligence (RQ) in child development. Hau, who overcame early assessments of low academic aptitude, emphasizes the need for nurturing relationships and free play to counteract the relational deprivation crisis affecting children today. She highlights the impact of smaller families, reduced play time, and excessive technology use on children's social and emotional development. Hau advocates for "relational tech" over "junk tech" and stresses the importance of fostering a love for learning through play and human connection. She also provides insights for entrepreneurs in the education space, emphasizing the unprecedented opportunities for innovation in learning due to advancements in data, brain science, technology, and evolving educational needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 分