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May 19
I'm helping my friend produce his debut feature film, Present Company, a comedy of manners about an anxious 20-something who deals with the aftermath of a near-death experience and is forced to endure a friendship with the well-meaning but irritating man-child who saved her life.
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May 19
The Kickstarter is live now (click the link at the end to read more and pledge your contribution).
Every bit helps us properly equip and compensate the cast and crew for the two-week shoot this July.
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May 19
If you'd like to support the film, or if you have connections in the Chicago film community (equipment, locations, catering, or industry contacts), share this post and/or get in touch with us directly.
kickstarter.com/projects/pre…
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Sam Gordon retweeted
Mar 26
Orion has raised $22m to transform longevity through better sleep.
Now you can sleep soundly without forced subscriptions.
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1 Aug 2025
One clip from the episode. Lots more awesome insights from Mike on this week’s dose!
1 Aug 2025
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1 Aug 2025
On this week's episode, we're joined by Mike Collins, CEO of @AlumniVentures, America's largest venture firm for individual investors.
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31 Jul 2025
A huge @VenturePill milestone today!
We hosted @alumniventures CEO Mike Collins on this week’s dose, and it was fascinating.
Highly recommend tuning in. Links in reply.
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2 May 2025
So cool to see Doug, our CEO, representing @InterplayLearn
30 Apr 2025
We must continue to explore public-private partnerships that can address the skilled trades workforce gap and enhance career education.
Great roundtable discussion with @mikeroweworks and industry experts to discuss ideas on #NationalApprenticeshipDay.
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9 Apr 2025
Excited to share @alineainvest_ has raised a $10.4M Series A, led by @PlayVentures, with participation from @GFRFund, @ycombinator, @GaingelsVC & many other incredible investors!
A huge thank you to our incredible team, investors and community—this wouldn’t be possible without you.
For too long, only the wealthy have had access to high quality financial advice.
In this next chapter at Alinea, we're changing that by bringing personalized wealth management to the next generation 🚀
View the full story on Forbes here: forbes.com/sites/nicolecaspe…
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30 Mar 2025
This one’s full of sharp insights from the frontlines of late-stage venture. 🎧 Check out the clip below. ⬇️
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19 Sep 2024
Big news! @InterplayLearn announced funding from @GoldmanSachs’ Inclusive Growth Fund.
We also welcome @ITITraining to the Interplay family.
On this day 5 years ago, I joined Interplay. Never been more excited to be a part of this company!
Here's to the next 5 years...
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23 Jul 2024
Howdy Pillgrims! Dose 128 is fresh off the press.
This week, we're diving into the world of fantasy chess, a new spin on ghost kitchens, and AI-based gun detection technology.
Here’s the breakdown:
venturepill.transistor.fm/ep…
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17 Jun 2024
Greetings, Pilgrims! Dose 1️⃣2️⃣3️⃣ is out now.
This week’s dose covered AI-powered vision exams, an innovative approach to birth control, and Elon Musk’s new AI startup.
Here’s the breakdown:
venturepill.transistor.fm/ep…
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10 Jun 2024
Howdy Pillgrims! Episode 122 is fresh off the press.
This week’s dose featured an AI-powered music creation platform, a marketplace that connects schools with teachers, and a Pillfolio Update on a startup that provides an on-demand handyman service.
Here’s the breakdown:
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Sam Gordon retweeted
3 Jun 2024
Happy Monday, fellow Pillgrims! We’ve got a special dose for y’all to start the week strong.
This week’s dose included some personal updates and a reflection on our time in Austin, as well as our journey building Venture Pill over the past 2 years.
Here’s the breakdown:
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28 May 2024
Greeting Pillgrims! Episode 120 is out now. Be sure to get your weekly dose 💊
This week’s dose covered peer-to-peer sports betting, digitization of financial assets through blockchain technology, & a delicious mushroom-based high-protein meat alternative.
Here’s the breakdown:
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20 May 2024
Happy Monday, Pillgrims! Dose 119 is fresh off the press.
This week’s dose included healthy comfort food, flipping houses, and a newsletter platform.
Here’s the breakdown:
venturepill.transistor.fm/ep…
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