# Upfront Ventures: the investor podcast, by episode

> Upfront Ventures: A Los Angeles venture firm's partners and founders, from its archive. 170 episodes, each linked to the investors in it.

Source: https://millionrounds.com/podcasts/upfront-ventures (Millionrounds; every figure on the page links to its filing or article)

Investors · new episode 26 Mar 2024

# Upfront Ventures

Hosted by **Upfront Ventures**

A Los Angeles venture firm's partners and founders, from its archive.

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**170** episodes

**78** investors heard as guests

**29 min** an average episode

0 in the last 12 months

## The regulars

Investors named as guests in the most episode titles on Upfront Ventures.

[KN *4* **Kara Nortman** Upfront Ventures](https://millionrounds.com/person/kara-nortman)[BG *2* **Bill Gross** Idealab](https://millionrounds.com/person/bill-gross)[JL *2* **Jamie Lee** Tamarack Global](https://millionrounds.com/person/jamie-lee)[LA *2* **Los Angeles** Platinum Equity](https://millionrounds.com/person/los-angeles-platinum-equity)[MC *2* **Michael Carney** Upfront Ventures](https://millionrounds.com/person/michael-carney)[AL *1* **Adam Ludwin** RRE Ventures](https://millionrounds.com/person/adam-ludwin)[AS *1* **Adam Schiff** 1 episode](https://millionrounds.com/person/adam-schiff)[AM *1* **Aditi Maliwal** Upfront Ventures](https://millionrounds.com/person/aditi-maliwal)[AK *1* **Amit Kapur** 1 episode](https://millionrounds.com/person/amit-kapur)[AW *1* **Andy Weissman** Union Square Ventures](https://millionrounds.com/person/andy-weissman)[AM *1* **Ann Miura-Ko** Floodgate](https://millionrounds.com/person/ann-miura-ko)[AS *1* **Anne-Marie Slaughter** Princeton University](https://millionrounds.com/person/anne-marie-slaughter)

## Every episode 170 · page 1 of 6

- 170 **Strauss Zelnick on Embracing Change Through Innovation and Creativity | 2024 Upfront Summit** 26 Mar 2024 · 22 min [Strauss Zelnick](https://millionrounds.com/fund/strauss-zelnick) About this episode Upfront Partner Aditi Maliwal chats with ZMC Founder & Managing Partner and Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick to discuss his career journey, strategies for innovation in the entertainment industry, and how to find balance in one's career and life. Recorded Feb 29, 2024 at the Upfront Summit. ▶Show page
- 169 **Masters of AI with Rana el Kaliouby of Affectiva and Greg Pavlik of Oracle | 2024 Upfront Summit** 26 Mar 2024 · 23 min About this episode Jeff Berman, CEO of WaitWhat, sits down with Affectiva founder and AI investor Rana el Kaliouby and Oracle SVP Greg Pavlik to discuss the implications of AI in schools, regulations that should be implemented, and ways to bring more transparency to the industry. Recorded Feb 29, 2024 at the Upfront Summit. ▶Show page
- 168 **Melting the Ice: Menlo Ventures' Approach to VC Winter with Matt Murphy | 2024 Upfront Summit** 25 Mar 2024 · 23 min [Matt Murphy](https://millionrounds.com/person/matt-murphy)[Menlo Ventures](https://millionrounds.com/fund/menlo-ventures) About this episode Upfront Partner Kobie Fuller interviews Menlo Ventures Partner Matt Murphy about the current state of venture, the firm's investment strategy in AI, and the importance of building a framework early on. Recorded Feb 28, 2024 at the Upfront Summit. ▶Show page
- 167 **The Beginner's Guide to Raising Money from Japanese LPs | 2024 Upfront Summit** 22 Mar 2024 · 22 min [Sozo Ventures](https://millionrounds.com/fund/sozo-ventures)[Tokio Marine](https://millionrounds.com/fund/tokio-marine) About this episode Sozo Ventures Rob Freelen sits down with Hide Kobayashi of Tokio Marine Innovation Lab and Keisuke Seki of Development Bank of Japan to share insights into raising money from Japanese LPs. They discuss common mistakes they see from GPs, the advice they'd give to those coming to Japan, and their firms' investment… ▶Show page
- 166 **Where Consumer Meets AI: What Lightspeed Sees for the Future | 2024 Upfront Summit** 22 Mar 2024 · 21 min [Michael Mignano](https://millionrounds.com/person/michael-mignano-2)[Nicole Quinn](https://millionrounds.com/person/nicole-quinn) About this episode The Verge Deputy Editor Alex Heath interviews Lightspeed Partner Michael Mignano and General Partner Nicole Quinn to talk about the use cases of AI for consumers, where they see the biggest opportunities, and what entrepreneurs should be thinking about when building. Recorded Feb 28, 2024 at the Upfront Summit. ▶Show page
- 165 **General Catalyst Hemant Taneja: Can VC Truly Tackle Long-Term Problems? | 2024 Upfront Summit** 22 Mar 2024 · 22 min [Hemant Taneja](https://millionrounds.com/person/hemant-taneja) About this episode Upfront Partner Kevin Zhang sits down with Hemant Taneja of General Catalyst to discuss what it takes to build an enduring firm, what approaching ecosystems in healthcare look like, and the biggest trends he's keeping an eye on. Recorded Feb 28, 2024 at the Upfront Summit. ▶Show page
- 164 **Technology in An Age of Geopolitical Friction with CIA CTO Nand Mulchandani | 2024 Upfront Summit** 22 Mar 2024 · 23 min About this episode Upfront Partner Seksom Suriyapa interviews Nand Mulchandani, the CIA's CTO, to dispel common misconceptions about the agency, his career trajectory leading up to his position today, and the critical role humans play in a world of emerging technology. Recorded Feb 29, 2024 at the Upfront Summit. ▶Show page
- 163 **Avaline: The Modern White Space in an Age-Old Industry | 2024 Upfront Summit** 22 Mar 2024 · 24 min [Amanda Groves](https://millionrounds.com/person/amanda-groves)[Cameron Diaz](https://millionrounds.com/person/cameron-diaz)[Katherine Power](https://millionrounds.com/person/katherine-power) About this episode Amanda Groves of PLUS Capital sits down with Cameron Diaz and Katherine Power to talk about the founding story of their organic wine brand, Avaline. During the interview, they discuss how they've been able to scale the business and bring transparency to the wine industry. Recorded Feb 29, 2024 at the Upfront Summit. ▶Show page
- 162 **Katy Perry Redefines Beverage in the Non-Alcoholic Space with De Soi** 22 Mar 2024 · 29 min [Katy Perry](https://millionrounds.com/person/katy-perry)[Deborah Benton](https://millionrounds.com/person/deborah-benton)[Scout Brisson](https://millionrounds.com/person/scout-brisson) About this episode Deborah Benton of Willow Growth Partners interviews Katy Perry and De Soi CEO Scout Brisson about the founding of their sparking non-alcoholic apéritif brand, what made them want to tackle this specific beverage category, and how they've brought the brand's vision to life. Recorded Feb 29, 2024 at the Upfront Summit. ▶Show page
- 161 **The Bull Case for Crypto in 2024 with Olaf Carlson-Wee of Polychain Capital | 2024 Upfront Summit** 22 Mar 2024 · 23 min [Olaf Carlson-Wee](https://millionrounds.com/person/olaf-carlson-wee)[Polychain](https://millionrounds.com/fund/polychain) About this episode Anita Ramaswamy of Reuters sits down with Olaf Carlson-Wee, founder of Polychain Capital to discuss the bull case for crypto, including what he's most excited about, lessons from the recent crypto winter, and where he seems the opportunity as an investor. Recorded Feb 28, 2024 at the Upfront Summit. ▶Show page
- 160 **What the Most Ambitious Gen Zers Think is Coming | 2024 Upfront Summit** 21 Mar 2024 · 24 min About this episode Z Fellows Founder Cory Levy interviews Alexandra Debow of swsh, Ethan Thornton of Mach Industries, and Steven Schwartz of Whop to discuss Gen Z's shift in priorities, including how they think about the future of work, defining success, and identifying trends that are in and out. Recorded Feb 29, 2024 at the Upfront… ▶Show page
- 159 **Assessing the 2024 US Presidential Race | 2024 Upfront Summit** 21 Mar 2024 · 26 min [Brian Goldsmith](https://millionrounds.com/person/brian-goldsmith) About this episode Kona Media Founder Brian Goldsmith moderates a panel with Amy Levin of Breakthrough Campaigns, Bob Shrum of The Center for the Political Future, and political consultant Mike Murphy to discuss the latest US presidential race and their thoughts on Joe Biden and Donald Trump's performance. Recorded Feb 29, 2024 at the… ▶Show page
- 158 **Product Matters: Yahoo’s Equation for Growth from CEO Jim Lanzone | 2024 Upfront Summit** 21 Mar 2024 · 23 min [Jim Lanzone](https://millionrounds.com/fund/jim-lanzone)[Jason Rapp](https://millionrounds.com/person/jason-rapp) About this episode Jason Rapp of Whisper Advisors sits down with Yahoo CEO Jim Lanzone to discuss his established career in media and tech, the importance of being a product-first company, and the opportunities he sees in the future of content. Recorded Feb 29, 2024 at the Upfront Summit. ▶Show page
- 157 **Entrepreneurial Playbook from Sports Veterans Blake Griffin & Ryan Kalil** 21 Mar 2024 · 23 min [Blake Griffin](https://millionrounds.com/person/blake-griffin) About this episode Mortal Media co-founders Blake Griffin and Ryan Kalil sit down with Mike Su of Cooler.fm to discuss how their athletic careers led them to the founding of Mortal Media, why they decided to work together, and how their investment in animation studio Swaybox Studios is empowering artists. Recorded Feb 29, 2024 at the… ▶Show page
- 156 **VC OGs: Why The F We're Still Doing This | 2024 Upfront Summit** 20 Mar 2024 · 28 min [B Capital](https://millionrounds.com/fund/b-capital)[GreatPoint Ventures](https://millionrounds.com/fund/greatpoint-ventures)[Howard Morgan](https://millionrounds.com/fund/howard-morgan-mfcif) About this episode Upfront Partner Aditi Maliwal interviews Alan Patricof of Primetime Partners, Howard Morgan of B Capital, and Ray Lane of GreatPoint Ventures about why they're still venture capitalists many decades later, their fundraising experience back in the day compared to today, and what they look forward to in the next decade.… ▶Show page
- 155 **Superhuman Founder Rahul Vohra on How AI Will Change the Way We Work | 2024 Upfront Summit** 20 Mar 2024 · 24 min [Rahul Vohra](https://millionrounds.com/fund/rahul-vohra) About this episode Interviewed by Fortune reporter Allie Garfinkle, Superhuman Founder & CEO Rahul Vohra shares how AI is changing the way we work, the company's founding story, and his predictions for the way AI agents will play a role in people's lives. Recorded Feb 29, 2024 at the Upfront Summit. ▶Show page
- 154 **Index Ventures: Building a Firm for the Next Generation | 2024 Upfront Summit** 20 Mar 2024 · 23 min [Nina Achadjian](https://millionrounds.com/person/nina-achadjian-4)[Shardul Shah](https://millionrounds.com/person/shardul-shah) About this episode Wall Street Journal reporter Berber Jin interviews Index Ventures Partners Nina Achadjian and Shardul Shah about how the firm has built its track record, what VC Spring means for investors and founders, and the sectors that they're excited about. Recorded Feb 28, 2024 at the Upfront Summit. ▶Show page
- 153 **Founders Fund - Funding the Future with Brian Singerman | 2024 Upfront Summit** 20 Mar 2024 · 24 min [Brian Singerman](https://millionrounds.com/person/brian-singerman)[Founders Fund](https://millionrounds.com/fund/founders-fund)[Paige Craig](https://millionrounds.com/fund/paige-craig) About this episode Outlander Managing Partner Paige Craig interviews Founders Fund Partner Brian Singerman on how he thinks about strategy as an investor and at the firm, how he thinks about the market, his process for investing in founders. Recorded Feb 28, 2024 at the Upfront Summit. ▶Show page
- 152 **Author & Journalist Dan Senor on the Resilience of Israel | 2024 Upfront Summit** 20 Mar 2024 · 28 min About this episode Upfront Chief Operating Partner Stuart Lander interviews author and journalist Dan Senor about Israel's history as well as how its unique community and culture have played a critical role in shaping the tech ecosystem and driving capital to the nation. Recorded Feb 28, 2024 at the Upfront Summit. ▶Show page
- 151 **What Lessons Do the Last Two Decades Bring Us in Early-Stage Venture? | 2024 Upfront Summit** 20 Mar 2024 · 23 min [David Frankel](https://millionrounds.com/fund/david-frankel)[Founder Collective](https://millionrounds.com/fund/founder-collective)[Samir Kaji](https://millionrounds.com/fund/samir-kaji) About this episode Upfront Head of Investor Relations Yair Riemer sits down with Founder Collective Co-Founder David Frankel and Allocate Co-Founder Samir Kaji to discuss the tremendous growth in venture firms that now exist and what the increase in competition means for deals in the industry, from both an LP and VC perspective.… ▶Show page
- 150 **A Different Tail: The Building of Yummers Pet Supply | 2024 Upfront Summit** 20 Mar 2024 · 25 min [Creative Artists Agency](https://millionrounds.com/fund/creative-artists-agency-caa)[Michael Yanover](https://millionrounds.com/person/michael-yanover) About this episode Michael Yanover from the Creative Artists Agency interviews Yummers Pets Co-Founders Jonathan Van Ness and Rebecca Rudisch to discuss the founding of their pet food and lifestyle brand, why they decided to go into this industry, and their mission to empower pet parents to take better care of their pets. Recorded Feb… ▶Show page
- 149 **Defense Tech: State of the Union with Trae Stephens | 2024 Upfront Summit** 18 Mar 2024 · 24 min [Trae Stephens](https://millionrounds.com/person/trae-stephens)[Founders Fund](https://millionrounds.com/fund/founders-fund) About this episode Anduril Co-Founder and Founders Fund Partner Trae Stephens discusses the state of defense tech with Upfront Partner Nick Kim. In the session, Trae delves into the importance of investing in defense tech, the opportunities Anduril is pushing for, and the company's approach to working with the government. Recorded Feb… ▶Show page
- 148 **Contrarian Bets on the Future with Keith Rabois | 2024 Upfront Summit** 16 Mar 2024 · 24 min [Keith Rabois](https://millionrounds.com/fund/keith-rabois)[Khosla Ventures](https://millionrounds.com/fund/khosla-ventures) About this episode Keith Rabois of Khosla Ventures is interviewed by Forbes Senior Editor Alex Konrad to discuss his thoughts on Miami as a growing tech hub, why he's back at Khosla, his philosophy around company building, and his stylistic approaches to investing. Recorded Feb 29, 2024 at the Upfront Summit. ▶Show page
- 147 **Reimagining High Speed Global Travel with Sassie Duggleby of Venus Aerospace | 2024 Upfront Summit** 16 Mar 2024 · 24 min [Trousdale Ventures](https://millionrounds.com/fund/trousdale-ventures)[Phillip Sarofim](https://millionrounds.com/person/phillip-sarofim) About this episode Co-founder and CEO of Venus Aerospace Sassie Duggleby sits down with Phillip Sarofim of Trousdale Ventures to talk about the inspirations behind her company, the massive breakthroughs the company has made with its aerospace technology, and what she envisions for the future of high-speed travel. Recorded Feb 28, 2024… ▶Show page
- 146 **a16z's Chris Dixon on Blockchain and the Future of the Internet | 2024 Upfront Summit** 15 Mar 2024 · 25 min [Chris Dixon](https://millionrounds.com/fund/chris-dixon)[Andreessen Horowitz](https://millionrounds.com/fund/andreessen-horowitz) About this episode Interviewed by Upfront Partner Mark Suster, Andreessen Horowitz General Partner Chris Dixon shares his thoughts on the power of blockchains and their implications for the future of the Internet, based on his latest book, Read Write Own. Recorded Feb 29, 2024 at the Upfront Summit. ▶Show page
- 145 **Novak Djokovic on Perseverance, Resilience, and Maximizing Potential | 2024 Upfront Summit** 13 Mar 2024 · 28 min [Novak Djokovic](https://millionrounds.com/person/novak-djokovic)[WndrCo](https://millionrounds.com/fund/wndrco)[Jeffrey Katzenberg](https://millionrounds.com/person/jeffrey-katzenberg) About this episode Jeffrey Katzenberg of WndrCo interviews Novak Djokovic on stage about his record-breaking tennis career, personal highlights, and his entrepreneurial journey. Recorded Feb 29, 2024 at the Upfront Summit. ▶Show page
- 144 **Bill Gross on Applying 50 Years of Entrepreneurial Learning to Climate and AI | 2024 Upfront Summit** 13 Mar 2024 · 17 min [Bill Gross](https://millionrounds.com/person/bill-gross) About this episode Bill Gross of IdeaLab shares 7 key takeaways he's learned from 50 years of entrepreneurship, including failures along the way that turned out to be valuable lessons and why it is now the best time for climate and AI to change the world. Recorded Feb 28, 2024 at the Upfront Summit. ▶Show page
- 143 **8VC Joe Lonsdale on American Optimism | 2024 Upfront Summit** 13 Mar 2024 · 24 min [Joe Lonsdale](https://millionrounds.com/fund/joe-lonsdale)[Michael Broukhim](https://millionrounds.com/fund/michael-broukhim) About this episode 8VC Founder and Managing Partner Joe Lonsdale sits down with FabFitFun Co-founder Michael Broukhim to share his views on the current state and future of America, how it plays into the companies he builds and invests in, and his optimism for the country. Recorded Feb 29, 2024 at the Upfront Summit. ▶Show page
- 142 **Lessons from Tracee Ellis Ross on Becoming a Founder and Finding Joy | 2024 Upfront Summit** 13 Mar 2024 · 26 min About this episode Tracee Ellis Ross sits down with Jeff Berman of WaitWhat to discuss the origin story of her company, PATTERN Beauty, the lessons she's learned starting a business, and how she finds her source of continued positivity and joy. Recorded Feb 29, 2024 at the Upfront Summit. ▶Show page
- 141 **Melinda French Gates Changing The Face Of Power In Venture Capital | 2024 Upfront Summit** 8 Mar 2024 · 28 min [Pivotal Ventures](https://millionrounds.com/fund/pivotal-ventures) About this episode Melinda French Gates sits down with CNBC's Julia Boorstin to give insights into her investments and venture firm, Pivotal Ventures. Recorded Feb 29, 2024 at the Upfront Summit. ▶Show page

## Who the show talks about

Firms named in its episodes, and people named in descriptions: talked about, rather than on the show.

[S **Suster Mark** *9*](https://millionrounds.com/person/suster-mark)[J **Jason Hirschhorn** *7*](https://millionrounds.com/fund/jason-hirschhorn)[F **Fred Wilson** *4*](https://millionrounds.com/fund/fred-wilson)[**Union Square Ventures** *4*](https://millionrounds.com/fund/union-square-ventures)[**Founders Fund** *3*](https://millionrounds.com/fund/founders-fund)[H **Hamet Watt** *3*](https://millionrounds.com/person/hamet-watt)[J **Jeffrey Katzenberg** *3*](https://millionrounds.com/person/jeffrey-katzenberg)[**WndrCo** *3*](https://millionrounds.com/fund/wndrco)[A **Aditi Maliwal** *2*](https://millionrounds.com/person/aditi-maliwal)[C **Courtney Reum** *2*](https://millionrounds.com/person/courtney-reum)[D **David Marcus** *2*](https://millionrounds.com/fund/david-marcus)[**Greylock** *2*](https://millionrounds.com/fund/greylock-partners)

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