Everyone Talks To Liz Claman

On this special episode of Everyone Talks to Liz, Liz Claman highlights her top conversations with the Founder & Managing Partner of 8VC, venture capitalist Joe Lonsdale. She gets the inside scoop on how he went from co-founding Palantir in his twenties to funding the next generation of defense, AI, and fintech powerhouses.

Plus, Liz shares a huge announcement about her brand-new Fox Business show, Claman's Power Players!

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When Kosterina founder and CEO Katina Mountanos realized supermarket olive oil tasted flat and lacked freshness, she set out to bring authentic, high-antioxidant Greek extra virgin olive oil to American shelves.

Katina explains how conventional store-bought olives are processed using harsh chemicals like lye and highlights why switching to pure, antioxidant-rich olive oil offers superior taste and long-term health benefits.

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When Chef Mario Carbone set out to launch an Italian restaurant in New York City, conventional wisdom said the market was completely oversaturated with competitors. He shares how he and his co-founders turned their culinary drive into Major Food Group, a global hospitality giant with over 50 locations, world-famous Spicy Rigatoni, and a retail sauce line.

Mario describes what it takes to make it in the competitive restaurant scene, learn from costly business mistakes, and stand out in a crowded marketplace.

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"Innovation is driving the global economy, but let's use these early indicators to put some sanity and boundaries on what we can do." - Bob Pragada

Chairman and CEO of Jacobs Bob Pragada discusses the rapid advancements in AI and its potential risks. He emphasizes the need for regulation and ethical considerations as tech executives and "regular people" navigate the wild frontier of artificial intelligence.

Bob also reflects on his personal journey from being the son of Indian immigrants to becoming a leader in data center development.

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How do you build a business that lasts a lifetime while making sure you do, too?

Cymbiotika co-founders Shahab and Durana Elmi share the secrets behind their entrepreneurial success, from prioritizing quality over cheap production to redefining the standards for wellness products.

They open up about taking risks, embracing the pain that comes with growth, and building a business rooted in passion, wellness, and the pursuit of a healthier future.

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As the 25th anniversary of September 11th approaches, world-renowned architect Daniel Libeskind depicts how he became the architect for the reconstruction of the World Trade Center site. Born to Holocaust survivors in a Polish homeless shelter, Daniel didn't complete his first building until age 52. Yet, his vision for what he calls "memory foundations" was chosen out of 5,200 entries to redesign the 16-acre World Trade Center site.

Daniel shares the emotional story of walking into the bedrock of Ground Zero and shaping history with his vision for the iconic 1,776-foot Freedom Tower and slurry wall memorial.

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CEO of eMed Linda Yaccarino sits down for a rare, wide-ranging interview tracing her remarkable career journey—from a major first-day NBC internship mishap to scaling media empires and taking on the "purpose-driven stress test" of running Elon Musk's X.

Linda explains why she ran toward the fire at Twitter, what it was really like behind closed doors with Elon Musk, and how she's now partnering with Tom Brady at eMed to revolutionize healthcare and democratize access to GLP-1 medications.

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You're invited to enjoy this Everyone Talks To Liz classic with Co-Founder and CEO of Eventbrite, Julia Hartz.

From ticketing small tech meetups and indie concerts to powering massive events like the Dalai Lama appearances, Eventbrite’s growth has been fueled by a passion for bringing people together. 

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California Pizza Kitchen didn't just bring the iconic BBQ pizza to the Golden State; they brought it to the entire U.S., sparking a nationwide pizza craze and changing what America puts on its crust forever.

California Pizza Kitchen co-founder Rick Rosenfield shares the wild story behind starting the business. Despite a rough ride, they prevailed and built a restaurant empire. He shares how two lawyers dove headfirst into the food business with zero experience, just a dream and an empty stomach. 

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Can squishy green slime cure crippling grief and build an empire? Discover how play turned rock bottom into a multi-million-dollar phenomenon.

Liz revisits her conversation with former digital talent powerhouse Karen Rabinovitz. She breaks down how sensory play reignited her spark and led to co-founding the wildly popular Snoo/Slumoo Institute.

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