The Investor With Joel Palathinkal

Amit Garg: Founder of Tao Ventures

25 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

 In this episode, we sit down with Amit Garg, founder of Tao Ventures, to explore his 25-year journey through the heart of Silicon Valley and his...

Betsy Atkins: Chairman of the Google Cloud Advisory Board

24 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

 In this episode, we are joined by Betsy Atkins, Chairman of the Google Cloud Advisory Board and a veteran director at major companies like GoPuf...

Scott Estill: Managing Partner at Lancor

24 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

 In this episode, Scott Estill, Managing Partner at Lancor and a seasoned expert in executive search and deal origination, joins the show to disc...

Clare Flynn Levy, the founder and CEO of Essentia Analytics.

24 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gemini saidIn this episode, we dive deep into the world of institutional investing and behavioral finance with Clare Flynn Levy, the founder and CEO o...

Zachary A. Levitt: Chief Investment Officer and Founder of Sixth Turn Capital and Opus One Asset Management

14 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Zachary A. Levitt, Chief Investment Officer and Founder of Sixth Turn Capital and Opus One Asset Management, shares his unconventiona...

Marianne Abib-Pech, Managing Partner at Transitions First

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

 In this episode, Marianne Abib-Pech, Managing Partner at Transitions First, shares her transition from a high-stakes corporate career as a globa...

mit Garg, co-founder of Tao Ventures

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Dive into the world of venture capital with Amit Garg, co-founder of Tao Ventures, as he shares his journey from an early employee at Google to buildi...

Maja Vujinovic: CEO of Digital Assets at FG Nexus

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we sit down with Maja Vujinovic, CEO of Digital Assets at FG Nexus, to uncover the converging futures of artificial intelligence, ven...

Ben Freeberg: Managing Partner at Oncology Ventures

03 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this deeply personal and insightful episode, Joel sits down with Ben Freeberg, Managing Partner at Oncology Ventures, to explore the intersection o...

Matt Krna: Managing Partner at Two Meter Capital

27 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Joel sits down with Matt Krna, Managing Partner at Two Meter Capital, to explore the shifting landscape of venture capital and the gr...

Joe Zuk: Operating Partner at Altamont Capital

21 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Joel sits down with Joe Zuk, Operating Partner at Altamont Capital, to explore the critical intersection of investment strategy and o...

Matthew N. Bobrow: Partner at Fox Rothschild

12 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this real-time conversation, Joel and Fox Rothschild partner Matthew Bobrow go beyond the boilerplate to explore what it really takes to build, lau...

Adrian Balfour: Founder and Chairman at Envorso, Empwr.AI,

06 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we sit down with Adrian Balfour, founder and chairman at Envorso, Empwr.AI, a seasoned entrepreneur and investor who has built and so...

Joe Gelet: Investment Representative at RF Lafferty

05 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we dive deep with Joe Gelet, Investment Representative at RF Lafferty and a veteran in both the private markets and algorithmic tradi...

Donna Letier: Founder and CEO of Gardenuity

30 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we dive deep with Donna Letier, founder and CEO of Gardenuity, a purpose-driven company transforming gardening into a modern wellness...

Balaji Krishnan: Venture Studio

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we sit down with Balaji Krishnan, a serial entrepreneur and venture studio founder whose consumer hardware and software companies hav...

David Hampton: Founder of Hampton Strategies

18 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of specialized recruiting with David Hampton, founder of Hampton Strategies and a former private investig...

Cullen Roche: CIO Discipline Funds

17 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Building a resilient, personalized investment portfolio is the cornerstone of achieving true financial independence. In this episode, we're joined by ...

Noah Sanborn Friedman: Co-Founder of Top Shelf Ventures

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we sit down with Noah Sanborn Friedman, Co-Founder of Top Shelf Ventures and head of the Uncharted founder community. Noah shares his...

Ishan Sachdev: General Partner at Deciens Capital

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we sit down with Ishan Sachdev, General Partner at Deciens Capital, to delve deep into his journey from MIT engineer to FinTech-focus...

Paul Palmieri: Managing Partner of Grit Capital Partners

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Palmieri, Managing Partner of Grit Capital Partners and a seasoned unicorn founder, delves into the intersection of operator experience and insti...

Henry Ferguson: Pattern Ventures

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Henry Ferguson of Pattern Ventures shares his journey from consulting at EY to becoming an institutional LP at a fund-of-funds focused on emerging man...

Evan Schlossman: SuRo Capital

10 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Evan Schlossman, a venture investor at SuRo Capital, provides a detailed look into the world of late-stage venture investing through ...

Maxwell Nee: Chairman, Family Office Insiders

07 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Maxwell Nee, Chairman of Family Office Insiders, provides an exclusive deep dive into the unique dynamics of Asia's family office ecosystem from his b...

Benjamin Ehrlich: Founder of First Momentum Capital

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Benjamin Ehrlich, founder of First Momentum Capital and an experienced Limited Partner (LP), joins the show to unpack the strategy and insights behind...

Chee-We Ng: Partner at Oakseed Ventures

03 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Joel sits down with Chee-We Ng, Partner at Oakseed Ventures, to explore his remarkable transition from a cybersecurity prodigy and MI...

Teppei Tsutsui: General Partner of the GFR Fund

02 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Joel sits down with Teppei Tsutsui, General Partner of the GFR Fund, to explore his unique journey from an international relations st...

Justin Brodie-Kommit: General Partner at Lichen Ventures

01 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Joel engages with Justin Brodie-Kommit, General Partner at Lichen Ventures, to unpack his journey from a Johns Hopkins PhD in molecul...

Connor Drake: Senior Coach and Head of Content at MindMaven

31 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we sit down with Connor Drake, Senior Coach and Head of Content at MindMaven, to explore how leaders in high-pressure industries like...

Rick Pederson: Vice Chairman and Chief Strategy Officer at Bow River Capital

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we sit down with Rick Pedersen, Vice Chairman and Chief Strategy Officer at Bow River Capital, a seasoned institutional investor with...

Scott Sherman: Managing Partner, Mesa Lane Capital Partners

14 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we speak with Scott Sherman, Managing Partner at Mesa Lane Capital Partners, a firm dedicated to seeding and supporting the next gene...

Jeremy D. Held: Managing Director at Bow River Capital

13 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we sit down with Jeremy D. Held, CFA, Managing Director at Bow River Capital, who leads the firm’s registered asset management and ...

Hasan Haider: Plus Venture Capital

08 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we dive deep with Hasan Haider, Founder and Managing Partner of Plus Venture Capital, a pioneering early-stage VC firm focused on the...

Anton Fedorov: Flashpoint VC

29 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we're joined by Anton Fedorov, Partner at Flashpoint VC, for a fascinating look at his journey from laser physicist and prop desk tra...

David Miller: CIO, Catalyst Funds

25 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we sit down with David Miller, CIO of the $13 billion asset management firm Catalyst Funds, for a masterclass in portfolio strategy a...

Aaron Kirchoff : 1180 Partners

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we sit down with Aaron Kirchoff, a former US Air Force officer and seasoned institutional asset manager, now leading 1180 Partners. A...

Joe Tigay: Catalyst Hedged Equity Fund

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we sit down with Joe Tigay, Portfolio Manager for the Catalyst Hedged Equity Fund and a former VIX options market maker on the Chicag...

Ben Parr: General Partner, Theory Forge Ventures

17 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we sit down with Ben Parr, General Partner at Theory Forge Ventures and President/Co-founder of Octane AI. A former editor at Mashabl...

Lynn Greenberg: Autonomy Ventures

14 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The race to build a self-driving future is on, but who is funding the brains behind the bots? This episode, we sit down with Lynn Greenberg of Autonom...

Sergey Balasanyan: Longevity Card

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if your bank account could help you live a longer, healthier life? This episode, we sit down with Sergey Balasanyan, the CEO of Longevity Card, w...

Jack Levy: More Ventures

12 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to build a thriving startup ecosystem far from Silicon Valley? This episode, we sit down with Jack, a founding partner at More Ventu...

Jason A Scharf: Illumina's Life Science Accelerator

11 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The future of healthcare is here, and it's being written at the intersection of big data and human biology. In this episode, we sit down with Jason, a...

Jacob Mahaffey: Cowboy Technologies

10 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How does a major university turn groundbreaking academic research into world-changing companies? This episode, we go inside the engine of innovation a...

Brian Ruszczyk: Earth First Ventures

09 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How are the world's wealthiest families using their capital to build a better, more sustainable food system? This episode, we pull back the curtain on...

Tess Hau: Tess Ventures

08 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How does a globally-recognized investor identify and empower the extraordinary founders who are building the future? This episode, we sit down with Te...

Ladi Greenstreet: Accenture Ventures

07 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you bridge the gap between a corporate giant and the most agile startups? This episode, Joel Palathinkal sits down with Ladi Greenstreet of Acc...

Rob Eloff: Lateral Capital

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to identify and back the next generation of world-changing companies in the world's most dynamic emerging markets? This episode, we ...

Troy Rosales: Connexa Capital

03 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you go from community college to the pinnacle of high finance? This episode, we sit down with Troy Rosales of Connexa Capital, who shares his i...

John Lunn: Ex Paypal Ventures

02 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How does a marine biologist end up as a key figure in the world of venture capital and payments? This episode, we sit down with the incredible John Lu...

Matt Snow: Mass Ventures

01 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How is the world of venture capital evolving to fund the most complex, world-changing technologies? In this episode, we sit down with Matt Snow to tra...

Atin Batra: Twenty Seven VC

30 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How can a foundation of curiosity and operational experience make you a better investor? In this episode, we explore a remarkable career shift into ve...

Andrew Ackerman : Dreamit VC

29 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when a founder becomes a venture capitalist? In this episode, we sit down with Andrew Ackerman, who brings his unique founder's perspecti...

Steven Saltzstein: FORCE Wealth

28 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How does a modern family office build a resilient and impactful portfolio in a world of constant change? This episode, we sit down with Steven Saltzst...

Neil Datta: Forbes Family Trust

27 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to build a resilient investment strategy that withstands market crises—and then use that knowledge to become an entrepreneur? This...

Harshad Lalit: Rockefeller Capital

26 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does a journey from engineering to finance reveal about the future of investing? In this episode, Joel Palathinkal engages with Harshad Lalit for...

Trish Spurlin: Investments Director: Babson College

25 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you build a thriving career by betting on yourself? This episode, Joel Palathinkal sits down with Trish Spurlin, a seasoned capital allocator w...

Kfir Kachlon: AnD Ventures

24 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to spot the next groundbreaking startup in the world's most dynamic tech ecosystem? This episode, we sit down with Kfir Kachlon, who...

Rishi Ratan: Venture Associate at In-Q-Tel (the CIA's Venture Fund)

23 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when the mission-driven world of intelligence meets the breakneck speed of Silicon Valley? In this episode, we go behind the veil with Ri...

Arun Krishnakumar: Partner, Greenshores Capital

22 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it truly take to build a successful career in venture capital, and how do you maintain your mental fortitude in a high-stakes industry? This...

Shwetank Verma: General Partner, Leo Capital

21 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Venture capital is evolving, and nowhere is this more evident than in the dynamic markets of India and Southeast Asia. This week, we sit down with Shw...

James Sore: SuperSeed Ventures

20 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you evaluate a cutting-edge medical device, a breakthrough in green tech, and a new e-commerce platform with the same sharp eye? This week, we ...

Lance Quek: Gamerforce Ventures

19 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered what it takes to build and sell a tech company, then step to the other side of the table to fund the next generation of innovators? This...

David Gardner: Co-Founder of The Motley Fool

18 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For three decades, David Gardner, Co-Founder of The Motley Fool, has been famous for his prescient stock picks—like calling Nvidia long before it be...

Vanessa Cheung: Impact Investor at Accys

16 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered how top investors truly value a company in the fast-evolving world of cleantech and sustainable investing? This episode is a masterclass...

Zach Firestone: Shadow Ventures

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to build a startup from the ground up, and how does that experience change your approach to venture capital? We're sitting down with...

Akash Bajwa: Augmentum Ventures

13 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you break into one of the most exclusive industries in the world when you haven't even hit your thirties? This week, we're sitting down with Ak...

Jacqueline Bennett: Highlands Venture Partners

12 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Where should savvy investors be looking to find the next explosive growth category? We're sitting down with Jacqueline Bennett, Partner at New York Ci...

Wen Shiau: Single Family Office (Cypress Capital Group)

11 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How does a trader who co-headed a $31 billion sales & trading desk in Asia apply global macro instincts to the world of real estate? This week, we...

Patrick Schneider: Beast Ventures

10 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What mythical beast best symbolizes a successful investment strategy? For Patrick, a venture capitalist with a formidable transatlantic track record, ...

Jesse Bloom: Senior Associate at Alpha Partners.

09 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wonder how the best venture capital firms find their next billion-dollar deal? This episode, we go inside the engine room of a VC firm with Jesse...

Herston Powers: 1982 Ventures

08 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Southeast Asia is one of the most explosive fintech markets on the planet, but what does it really take to win there? We go on the ground with Herston...

Max Gokhman - Pacific Life Fund Advisors

07 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In a world of constant market noise and economic uncertainty, where should savvy investors be looking for opportunity and how should they be thinking ...

James Tannahill, MBA: Plocamium Holdings (SFO)

05 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wonder how private equity uncovers hidden gems in the gritty, essential industries that power our world? We dive deep with James Tannahill, Presi...

Rachel Hirsch: Managing Partner - Wellness Growth Ventures

04 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it truly take to build a successful brand in the explosive wellness industry? We're sitting down with Rachel Hirsch, Managing Partner of Wel...

Suman Talukdar: Founding Partner at AiSprouts

03 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you go from being on the inside of five major Silicon Valley exits to picking the next generation of winners? We sit down with Suman Talukdar, ...

Doug Benowitz: Colle Capital

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to spot the next billion-dollar tech startup? We go behind the scenes with Doug Benowitz, Principal at Colle Capital Partners, who l...

Sasha Datta: Senior Director at GE Vernova

31 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What to look forward to in this episode:Ever wonder what happens to your pension when a corporate giant like GE splits in two? We sit down with Sasha ...

Blake West: Private Equity Investor

31 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this podcast, you’ll get a front-row seat to how private equity investors think about building businesses, scaling operations, and creating long-...

Sarah Leners: Bull City Venture Partners

27 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal chats with Sarah Leners about her venture capital journey at Bull City Venture Partners. They explore Bull City's in...

Oscar Ramos: SOSV China

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Oscar Ramos shares his journey to China and his diverse background leading to his role at SOSV. He discusses his early career in R&D,...

Kate Brodock: W Fund

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal and guest Kate Brodock of W Fund, explore venture capital with a focus on underrepresented founders. Kate discusses ...

Tracy Chadwell: 1843 Ventures

24 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal is joined by Tracy Chadwell of 1843 Ventures to explore the intersection of autonomous transportation and venture ca...

Daria Abbaei: Naples Technology Ventures

23 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal welcomes Daria Abbaei from Naples Technology Ventures to discuss her background and the evolution of the Naples tech...

Anna Raptis: Amplifica Capital

22 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal is joined by Anna Raptis of Amplifica Capital, to discuss her purposeful strategy targeting women investors and her ...

Steven Melia: Openview Ventures

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal chats with Steven Melia about his career shift to True Search and OpenView Ventures. They explore hiring in venture ...

Brynne Kennedy: Impact VC

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal engages with Brynne Kennedy from Impact VC to discuss her career journey and the significance of connection points i...

Carlos Torres: AMG Block

19 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal and Carlos Torres explore the venture capital scene in Mexico and Latin America. Carlos discusses his path into VC a...

Melissa Pegus: TechSquare Ventures

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal chats with Melissa Pegus from TechSquare Ventures about her journey in venture capital and her entrepreneurial famil...

Matt Cohen: Ripple Ventures

17 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal and Matt Cohen (Ripple Ventures) explore Matt's journey from New York to venture capital, the emergence of Silicon A...

Rachel Sachs: Sweater Ventures

16 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal and Rachel Sachs of Sweater Ventures, explore early investment lessons, career challenges, and childhood influences ...

Faye Sahai: Vinaj VC

15 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Faye Sahai from Vinaj VC joins Joel Palathinkal, to delve into genomics, longevity, and preventive healthcare. Faye discusses her shift from healthcar...

Andrew Kirima: Cantos VC

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal chats with Andrew Karima from Cantos VC about his transition from football to entrepreneurship and venture capital. ...

Chris Yeh: Blitzscaling Ventures

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal, Chris Yeh, and John Robinson explore venture capital and community building. They discuss the importance of initiat...

Jessica Karr: Coyote Ventures

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jessica Carr joins Joel Palathinkal to discuss her journey from Impossible Foods to founding Coyote Ventures. She shares her investment thesis in food...

Kelsey Chase: Founder of Aumni

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal talks with Kelsey Chase who is the Founder of Aumni, about the origins and development of Omni, a platform designed ...

David Teten: Versatile VC

10 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal chats with David Teten of Versatile VC about his career journey and founding Harvard Business School Alumni Angels ...

Nardo Manaloto: Qbits Ventures

09 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Nardo Manaloto of Qbits Ventures joins Joel Palathinkal to explore the quantum technology landscape and the creation of Qubits Ventur...

Shambhavi Asuri: ZX Ventures

08 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal is joined by Shambhavi Asuri of ZX Ventures to delve into the nuances of corporate and traditional venture capital, ...

Sasha Datta: GE Vernova

07 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Sasha Datta from GE Vernova joins Joel Palathinkal to discuss her journey from a personal background to a successful career in finan...

Mark Yde: Hector Ventures

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Mark Yde of Hector Ventures and Joel Palathinkal as they explore Mark's venture capital journey. Mark discusses his family influences, initial in...