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- 291. TruDiagnostic: Varun Dwaraka & Hannah Went on The Future of Biological Aging and Longevity
In this episode, Logan and Evan sit down with Hannah Went and Varun Dwaraka of TruDiagnostic to discuss the cutting-edge science and technology behind biological age testing and longevity research. TruDiagnostic aims to offer biological age testing to healthcare providers, focusing on how understanding epigenetics can lead to preventative medicine. They delve into the importance of personalized medicine, share user experiences, such as those of Brian Johnson, and discuss the future potential of epigenetic testing in healthcare systems.
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00:00 Introduction to Epigenetic Biological Age
00:47 Meet the Guests: Hannah Went and Varun Dwaraka
01:09 TruDiagnostic: Company Overview and Mission
01:33 Diving into Preventative Medicine and Longevity
02:47 Sponsors and Supporters
04:35 Starting the Conversation with True Diagnostic
05:17 Exploring Epigenetics and Longevity
11:25 Hands-On Testing Experience
15:18 Understanding Symphony Age
17:44 Understanding Blood as a Biomarker Highway
18:02 Machine Learning in Biomarker Identification
19:02 Impact of Diet and Fitness on Biomarkers
20:28 Personalized Medicine and Interventional Trials
21:46 Customer Profile and Market Reach
23:25 Proactive vs. Reactive Medicine
27:13 Data Privacy and Model Training
30:03 Longevity Movement and Brian Johnson
35:29 Future of TruDiagnostic and Longevity Industry
40:31 Conclusion and Contact Information
42 min - 290. The Potential Impact of AI on Society
In this episode, Evan provides an overview of artificial intelligence (AI), its origins, and its various types. He discusses the potential impact of AI on society, including economic transformation, healthcare advances, scientific progress, ethical and societal considerations, and global governance. Evan also shares practical applications of AI, such as food label analysis and customer support automation. He delves into the components of AI, including large language models, prompts, context windows, vector databases, retrieval augmented generation, and AI agents. Finally, Evan shares his personal experience building an AI company and offers insights on the evolving AI landscape.
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32 min - 289. The Current State of Nuclear Energy: An Overview with Logan Jones
Logan Jones breaks down recent news coming out of the nuclear energy space, how AI is accelerating the growth of energy demand, and what the near future could hold for nuclear technology.
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanmknowles/
Middle Tech is proud to be supported by:
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11 min - 288. Awesome Inc: Brian Raney on Building Kentucky's Startup Ecosystem
Brian Raney is the CEO and Co-Founder of Awesome Inc - a company that exists to create and grow high tech startups through a variety of initiatives, such as hosting community events, leading technology education courses, and offering a shared workspace environment.This episode was part of a live recording event in collaboration with Awesome Inc and Chase Bank. Brian shared stories from the early days of Awesome Inc, how permission to fail was the advice that encouraged him to start the company, and how they’ve built the startup community that we know today.
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lojo/Evan Knowles’ Socials
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanmknowles/Middle Tech is proud to be supported by:
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Hunsicker: https://www.hunsicker.co/firesides00:00 Permission to Fail: Embracing Entrepreneurship
00:37 Introduction to Middle Tech Podcast
01:15 Sponsorship Acknowledgements
02:57 Brian Rainey's Journey: From College to Entrepreneurship
06:23 The Birth of Awesome Inc.
09:38 Challenges and Early Days of Awesome Inc.
15:13 The Kentucky Entrepreneur Hall of Fame
18:49 Common Traits of Successful Entrepreneurs
21:28 Personal Impact Stories
23:15 The Genesis of Fuji and Entrepreneurial Beginnings
23:48 The Role of Awesome Inc. in Entrepreneurial Growth
24:35 Community and Team Effort in Entrepreneurship
26:16 Teaching and Cultivating Entrepreneurship
29:09 The Awesome Fund and Addressing Capital Needs
32:00 Success Stories and Talent Retention in Kentucky
34:55 The Future of Kentucky's Startup Ecosystem
40:07 Engagement and the Entrepreneurial Life Cycle
45:03 Upcoming Events and Final Thoughts
47 min - 287. Cloverleaf: Darrin Murriner and Kirsten Moorefield on Transforming the way Teams Interact
Darrien Murriner and Kirsten Moorefield are the co-founders of Cloverleaf - a platform that enhances team performance through personalized coaching and behavioral insights. By integrating tools like strength-based assessments and continuous, automated coaching, Cloverleaf helps teams improve communication, collaboration, and overall effectiveness.
Cloverleaf was first featured on Middle Tech for episode 179 back in January of 2022. They've returned to share how generative AI has impacted the business, how they've tripled their revenue since 2022, and their plans for the $7.3m they just raised in a series A at the end of March.Be the first to see new episodes, along with a summary, key takeaways, and upcoming events, by subscribing to Middle Tech's Spotlight Series Newsletter: https://middletech.beehiiv.com/-00:00 Welcome to Middle Tech Podcast01:07 Meet Darren Mariner and Kirsten Moore of Cloverleaf04:52 Cloverleaf's Journey and Vision11:29 How Teams Use Cloverleaf17:15 Focusing on Enterprise Clients22:31 Fundraising and Capital Efficiency28:57 Post-Fundraise Growth Strategies31:29 Sales and Channel Strategies35:04 Leveraging AI in Professional Development41:47 Founder Wisdom and Stress Management51:50 Building a Company in the Midwest55:30 How to Get Started with CloverleafVisit us at MiddleTech.com
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58 min - 286. borderless: Raffi Kayat on the Progress and Evolution of borderless PaymentsIn this episode of Middle Tech Podcast, Logan Jones and Evan Knowles welcome back Raffi Kayat, founder of borderless, a global payments platform. Rafi discusses the challenges and surprises of fundraising in Kentucky compared to the coastal tech hubs, emphasizing the need for determination and grit in the entrepreneurial journey. He also shares updates on Borderless, including new product offerings, significant partnerships, and the company's evolution over the past four years. The conversation highlights the unique benefits and challenges of building a tech company in Kentucky, focusing on community support and the need for better fundraising education.Learn more about borderless at getborderless.comVisit us at MiddleTech.comFollow UsTwitterInstagramFacebookLinkedInLogan's TwitterEvan's TwitterMiddle Tech is proud to be supported by:KY InnovationBolt MarketingHunsicker Venture Studio47 min
- 285. Endeavor: Jake Budler on the Positive Trend Line of Entrepreneurship in the Midwest
In this episode, Logan and Evan sit down with Jake Budler, the Director of Entrepreneur Experience at Endeavor Midwest. They discuss various topics, including Jake's experience as a founder of a small business, the Indy Tech Tour, the strengths of the Midwest startup ecosystem, and the importance of building relationships. Jake emphasizes the value of in-person connections, the unique opportunities in the Midwest, and the need for founders to ask for help and advice. In the second part of the conversation, Jake Budler discusses the impact of trust-based relationship building and social currency in the startup world. He highlights the growth and success of Endeavor Midwest over the past 10 years, with entrepreneurs generating millions of dollars in revenue and creating thousands of jobs. Jake also emphasizes the importance of big exits and loud failures in the ecosystem, as they contribute to the growth and learning of future entrepreneurs. He shares a story of making a connection between Rabbit Hole, a bourbon company in Kentucky, and Wicklow Wolf, a craft beer distillery in Ireland, showcasing the power of networking and collaboration. Looking ahead, Jake is excited about the positive trend line of entrepreneurship in the Midwest and the potential for more big exits and impactful solutions to be developed.
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54 min - 284. Blue North: Dave Knox on The Future of Northern Kentucky’s Startup Scene
In this episode of the Middle Tech Podcast, hosts Logan Jones and Evan Knowles sit down with Dave Knox, Executive Director of Blue North. They delve into the mission and impact of Blue North, part of the Kentucky Innovation Hub network, and explore how it serves as a vital connector for high-growth tech entrepreneurs in Northern Kentucky. Dave shares insights on the importance of creating supportive environments for entrepreneurs, the launch of SparkHouse, and the significance of mental health in the startup journey. Listen in to learn about the transformative initiatives driving Northern Kentucky’s entrepreneurial ecosystem forward.
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53 min - 283. CleanSpace: Aram Street & Eric Griffin on Disrupting Traditional Cleaning
In this episode, Logan sits down with Aram Street and Eric Griffin from the CleanSpace team, winners of the recent Five Across pitch competition. They explore their entrepreneurial journey, the inception of CleanSpace, and how they are innovating the cleaning service industry. The duo shares insights on their transition from offering a traditional service to developing a comprehensive tech-driven solution that caters to on-demand cleaning needs, reshaping how cleaning services are delivered.
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38 min - 282. RealizedCare (formerly BehaVR): Aaron Gani on Acquiring Fern Health, VR Therapeutics, & Digitized Healthcare
In this episode, Aaron Gani, Founder and CEO of RealizedCare (formerly known as BehaVR, from episode 150), discusses the journey of building their VR therapeutics company and the recent acquisition of Fern Health. After acquiring Fern Health, BehaVR rebranded as RealizedCare as they broadened the scope of their technology to include more than VR. RealizedCare is a digital therapeutics company that digitizes evidence-based therapies to improve access to care and address the high cost of healthcare by providing treatments via virtual reality.
Learn more about RealizedCare at RealizedCare.com
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