Richard Lackey spent decades in finance and hedge fund management, mastering the art of finding inefficiencies. But when he turned his attention to food systems, he discovered what may be the world’s most inefficient market. That discovery became the foundation of the World Food Bank—an innovative hybrid model designed to fight hunger, empower farmers, and transform agriculture into an investable, sustainable solution.

In this episode of Purpose Driven Capital, host Matt Johns speaks with Richard about:

• Why regenerative agriculture is the key to resilient food systems
• How smallholder farmers in Africa are lifting communities out of poverty
• The unique hybrid model of a benevolent for-profit organization
• Why food storage can be treated as an asset class
• What it really takes to impact global hunger at scale

This is a powerful conversation about how ethical investing, agriculture, and community can work together to solve one of humanity’s greatest challenges.

If you’ve ever asked yourself how finance can serve a higher purpose, this episode will challenge the way you see both food and wealth.

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In this episode of Purpose Driven Capital, host Matt Johns sits down with Charles Beyrouthy, founder and managing partner of Forma Prime, a venture capital fund focused on deep tech and core infrastructure. Charles brings a unique perspective shaped by his background in research, technology development, and national security applications.

The conversation covers the CHIPS Act and how it is reshaping U.S. semiconductor manufacturing, the geopolitical risks tied to Taiwan’s chip dominance, and the importance of building resilient supply chains. Charles also explains how deep tech venture capital fuels the growth of quantum computing startups, sensor technologies, and dual-use innovations with both military and commercial applications.

From quantum navigation systems to AI chip development, Charles outlines how tomorrow’s technologies are being commercialized today, and why investors must balance hype with practicality. For those interested in alternative investing, ethical wealth strategies, and the future of technology commercialization, this episode offers a rare look inside the mindset of a venture capitalist shaping the frontier of innovation.

If you want to learn how purpose-driven capital allocation can influence technology, security, and legacy building, this episode is for you.

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What is money, really?

In this special solo episode of the Purpose Driven Capital Podcast, Matt breaks down one of the most overlooked questions in finance: what money actually is beneath the currency, the numbers, and the systems we use every day.

To explore the deeper meaning of money, Matt brings together five powerful perspectives from some of the most influential financial thinkers of our time:

• Ray Dalio on money as a medium of exchange and a store of wealth
• Robert Kiyosaki on why he believes money is debt in a fiat system
• Elon Musk on money as a ledger or “database of value”
• Michael Saylor on money as stored economic energy
• Bill Perkins on money as a tool, not the goal for building a fulfilling life

Matt then adds his own frame:

Money is not only a tool for human cooperation, but also an expression of ethics and legacy.

Every dollar we spend, invest, and give creates ripples far beyond our lifetime.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The three core functions of money
• Why money requires trust to have value
• How different thinkers interpret the role of debt
• Why Bitcoin enthusiasts see money as energy
• Why the goal isn’t wealth, but a purpose-driven life
• How to rethink your relationship with money through a values-aligned lens

Whether you’re an investor, a creator, a leader, or someone seeking more clarity around your financial purpose, this episode will challenge and expand the way you see money.

Watch the full episode, share your thoughts, and explore how to use money as a tool to live a more intentional and impactful life.

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