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19 Dec 2025
I’m a logophile, so I’m going to start sharing new words I come across.
Helps me remember them - and maybe the 12 people who see this learn something too.
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Alacrity - Brisk, cheerful readiness.
“He accepted the invitation with alacrity.”
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Word #7 - I’ve heard this countless times, never knew the true meaning.
Auspicious - conducive to success; favorable
“it was not the most auspicious moment to hold an election”
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Jun 10
Word #8 - probably would end a game of scrabble on sight.
Pollyyanna - a person characterized by excessive, often blind, or irrepressible optimism.
“Despite the company facing bankruptcy, she remained a total Pollyanna about their future.”
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1 Aug 2025
Massive milestone for @VenturePill. Be sure to check out this week’s dose!
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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Brandon Osian retweeted
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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11 Jul 2024
Had an amazing time interviewing @meredithperry, CEO and co-founder at @elemindtech, a company at the cutting edge of sleep-tech. Be sure to check out this week’s dose 💊
11 Jul 2024
Really enjoyed this podcast interview about @elemindtech.
We talk about:
-My journey teaming up with my brilliant co-founders @eboyden3, David Wang, @nirgrossman, and @Heather_L_Read
-Deep dive into the Elemind sleep product, how the team at Elemind developed it, and how it works safely to augment and improve sleep tailored to your unique brain and brain activity in real-time.
-Elemind's cap table and what I look for in ideal investors. Special shout out towards the end highlighting The Family Fund @seanpk @villageglobal LDV Partners Metaplanet Incite.org @e14fund John Abele
-Elemind's vision for the future, beyond sleep.
A big thank you to @BrandonOsian and Sam Gordon at @VenturePill for having me on the show and for facilitating such a thought-provoking discussion. 🙏
youtube.com/watch?v=oSt70Wos…
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Brandon Osian retweeted
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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Brandon Osian retweeted
4 Mar 2024
On this week’s dose, we have @AnouckGotlib, CEO and Chief Belgian Girl of @Belgianboys, the company on a mission to turn up the happy, one sweet moment at a time.
Here’s what to expect from this week’s dose:
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Brandon Osian retweeted
5 Feb 2024
2 FULL TRIPS AROUND THE SUN FOR VENTURE PILL 💊 🔄
104 consecutive weeks of doses, interviews, breakdowns, laughs, and more.
The best way to celebrate? Another dose of disruptive startups making waves 🌊 🎉
Here’s the breakdown:
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21 Jan 2024
2. Influencer VC:
Celebrities, athletes, artists, & personalities are making waves in VC. Their massive followings provide early traction for their startups/investments.
Ex: The Chainsmokers (@mantisVC), Kevin Durant (@35Ventures), Kim K. (@skims), Jake Paul (@betr), others.
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21 Jan 2024
9. Housing Shortage:
Numerous startups tackle the U.S. housing shortage, but disruptive innovation is hindered by construction space regulations.
Permits, zoning, and safety regulations bottleneck progress in this competitive sector.
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21 Jan 2024
These trends showcase a VC landscape shaped by influencers, tech advancements, and societal needs.
Enjoyed this post? Show this thread some love and follow @VenturePill for a front row seat into the evolving world of venture capital 💊
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