Venture studios are quietly becoming one of the most effective models for company creation, but most people still don't understand what happens inside one. For this podcast episode I sat down with @AndyBilinsky, Partner at Interplay leading our Studio, to break down exactly how we build companies from the ground up. During our conversation, we covered: - What a venture studio actually is and how it differs from traditional VC - Why we research industries deeply before ever writing a business plan - The role of operating partners as true co-founders - Why second- and third-time founders are choosing to build with a studio instead of going solo - How Interplay went from 3 new companies in Q4 2025 to targeting 10 in 2026 Big thanks to Andy for pulling back the curtain on how we build. Grateful to have him here at Interplay.

Anyone in LA who isn’t voting for @spencerpratt is a total idiot. This isn’t even close.

Investing in ex-military is a cheat code 🇺🇸 🫡

If you focus too much on Karen Bass you miss the 4 socialists on the city council. You miss imbeciles on the County Board of Supervisors like Lindsay Horvath. You miss the destruction wrought by George Gascon while he was in office. Diagnose the problem correctly people.

🗣️🔥 My conversation with Spencer Pratt on his journey from reality star to candidate for Mayor of LA. @spencerpratt A DEEP dive into the problems facing the city and Spencer’s plans to solve them. Spencer Pratt - Bringing Common Sense to LA youtu.be/fG09-ubUDAM?si=NnWB…

Love this guy 🇺🇸

That was the best and worst play in NFL history

Our 2026 predictions are in. From IPOs to AI to robots - check out what we think is actually coming in 2026. To wrap up 2025, I regroup with @Mikeyjrog and @PhuongIreland for our annual end-of-year episode, where we look back at last year's predictions (they passed with flying colors) and set our sights on what’s ahead. Here’s a sneak peek at some of the topics covered: ✅ AI’s real impact on blue and white collar jobs. 📈 The slow thaw of the IPO market. 💸 The maturing of venture capital into a robust capital market ecosystem. 🤖 Why humanoid robots might finally enter the chat. 🚀 How seed-stage startups have fundamentally changed - and what will make or break them next year. If you're a founder, investor, or just trying to stay ahead of the curve, this one’s packed with insight. 🎧 Listen & let us know what YOU think is coming in 2026? Drop your predictions in the comments. 👇

What does it take to build a supply chain that’s truly ethical, not just greenwashed? In this week’s episode, I sit down with Ryan Ansin to explore how intentionality can be woven into every link of the product lifecycle: - Think beyond profit to purpose - Question where your materials really come from - Demand transparency in labor practices - Balance innovation with impact We also zoom out to talk about how to raise conscious leaders and resilient kids. Ryan’s take? Teach failure early, reward curiosity, and build grit through experience. Special thanks to Ryan for joining me on the pod.

Catch me on Fox tonight with @tracegallagher tonight segment should air about 8:25pm PT.

TeachMe.To is building not just a marketplace, but a new standard for in-person learning — integrated, engaging, and high-retention. We’re honored and excited to partner with Tyler Maloney, Nick O'Brien, and the entire team on the journey ahead as we lead TeachMe.To's $3 million Seed round alongside @blingcapital and @1984Ventures. Learn more about why we're excited about what TeachMe.To is building in this blog post by our Interpaly team members Caroline Elliott and Marina Perez-Llorca: interplay.vc/blog/our-invest…

BREAKING: 2026 5⭐️ RB Savion Hiter has committed to Michigan! The 6’0 200 pound prospect from Mineral, VA chose the #Wolverines over Ohio State, Tennessee, Georgia, Oregon and 20 others Savion is the #1 RB in the country via 247sports. As a junior, he rushed for 1,698 yards and 26 touchdowns #GoBlue

Startup founders: Choosing where to incorporate isn’t just paperwork — it shapes your governance, funding, and exit path. 💼 Why Delaware still leads 🌎 Who’s catching up (WY, NV, TX) 📈 Trends in 2025 👇 A practical guide from @BoweryLegal linkedin.com/pulse/choosing-…

Voice AI is having a moment - where do we go from here? We’re seeing a surge of AI startups building voice-first products—and for good reason. Voice agents are now reaching (and in some cases, surpassing) call center-level performance, with faster, more natural, and more human-like interactions. But with the market getting crowded, the big questions for investors and founders are: - Which wedge products will win? - Which teams can build lasting, venture-scale businesses? - Where is the real long-term opportunity? We dove into 45 venture-backed companies in the voice AI space to unpack the trends, team profiles, and product strategies that are shaping the future of this category. If you're building a voice AI startup, we’d love to connect and hear what you’re working on. Dive into the full piece from Caroline Elliott, Senior Associate on our Venture Capital team, here: interplay.vc/blog/investing-…

Excited to share a big life update — I’ve joined @interplay as a Partner to lead our Studio, where we build companies from scratch. Couldn't be more pumped for this next chapter! 🚀

In final diligence stages and I reached out to two named advisors the founder said have been 'instrumental' in shaping the company. Both advisors said they met the founder once six months ago and haven't talked since. Many investors would miss this and only find out later how dishonest this person really is.

A piece I wrote for @spectator on the Los Angeles fires and the political reaction/revelations. No, politicians cannot prevent every natural disaster, but local residents did not get the support from local govt. they reasonably came to expect. thespectator.com/topic/angel…

It is time to vote Gavin Newsom out of office. He has failed our state on numerous levels. Enough is enough.