Social Venture Podcast with Joe Mkhitaryan

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The Social Venture Podcast hosted by Joe Mkhitaryan is a dynamic and insightful show that explores the world of social entrepreneurship and innovation. Each episode features engaging conversations with thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers who are tackling today’s most pressing social issues. Joe delves into the strategies, challenges, and successes behind impactful ventures, offering valuable lessons for anyone looking to create meaningful change through business and social impact.

  1. 11h ago

    OIL TO REACH $150??? | Social Venture Podcast EP #106

    Global energy chaos, election-year controversy, alleged Chinese espionage in California, and America’s race to dominate AI — we break down the biggest stories shaping the world right now.In this episode of the Social Venture Podcast, we dive into the return of $100 oil and why experts warn prices could surge even higher if key shipping routes in the Middle East remain under threat. What does that mean for inflation, gas prices, groceries, and your wallet? We connect the dots.We also cover the escalating conflict in the Red Sea, reports of a major Saudi-backed offensive against Houthi forces, and how disruptions to global trade could create ripple effects across the world economy.Then we examine the Trump administration’s $90 Medicare payments to millions of seniors and ask the question many Americans are debating: economic relief, politics, or both?Plus:• Alleged Chinese espionage operations uncovered in California targeting Taiwan’s leadership.• The White House and Pentagon’s new “Super Intelligence Force” and the future of AI warfare.• Breaking headlines, geopolitical tensions, economics, technology, and the stories that matter most.The Social Venture Podcast brings together news, business, politics, culture, and big ideas to help you understand what’s happening — and what it means for your future.#SocialVenturePodcast #OilPrices #MiddleEast #Trump #Medicare #China #Taiwan #AI #Economy #Politics

  2. Sep 28

    BAY OF PIGS 2.0 | Social Venture Podcast EP#105

    From rising tensions around Cuba and a terror investigation near a major U.S. bomber base in the U.K. to mass shootings in South Africa, the economy, Ukraine, and some heated political debate — we break down the biggest stories making headlines.On this episode:CUBA ON ALERT?New reporting says the U.S. Army Reserve is examining what support it could provide to U.S. Southern Command for a possible operation involving Cuba. No deployment orders have been issued, but the report comes as tensions between Washington and Havana continue to rise.TERROR PROBE AT RAF FAIRFORD — Five men have been arrested after suspicious vehicles were discovered near the British air base that has hosted U.S. bombers. Authorities are investigating possible terrorist activity, while questions remain about the suspects' target and motive.THE U.S. ECONOMY — Trump claimed the country has the "best poverty numbers ever." We look at what the latest Census data actually shows, including the lowest recorded poverty rate and record-high median household income — while examining why Americans can still feel squeezed by everyday costs.THE TAXPAYER-FUNDED TRUMP AD — A government-funded ad featuring President Trump is airing on Fox News and Newsmax, prompting Democrats to question whether it crosses the line into political propaganda. The White House says it's a legitimate public-service announcement.THE TASIA FORTUNE CASE— Investigators say the Mississippi woman's death was staged to look like a hanging. Three men now face murder charges as authorities continue investigating what happened.BILL MAHER VS. ROSEANNE BARR — The longtime friends get into a heated discussion about the Democratic Party, the political left and whether Americans are becoming politically homeless.POPE LEO XIV — The Pope meets with survivors of clergy sexual abuse in France while also speaking out against assisted dying.2026 MTV VMAs — Madonna, Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter, Charli XCX and more take the stage as the VMAs return to Los Angeles.#News #Podcast #Cuba #Trump #Ukraine #SouthAfrica #Politics #VMAs #BillMaher #RoseanneBarr

  3. Sep 25

    Trump & Harvey Weinstein Under the Microscope | Social Venture Podcast Ep #104

    In this episode, we break down some of the biggest stories making headlines in America and around the world — from a bizarre viral moment at the United Nations to record fuel prices, Trump’s upcoming meeting with Xi Jinping, the war with Iran, the stock market, Hollywood’s biggest potential merger, and a major legal fight over White House press access.The Viral Haiti Water MomentHaiti’s president goes straight for the water pitcher during a formal United Nations session — and the internet immediately notices.Trump & the Diesel Price CrisisDiesel prices have climbed to record levels, and President Trump says he supports the idea of restricting or banning U.S. diesel exports. The administration is examining whether a full or partial ban could work, while Energy Secretary Chris Wright says an export ban would not solve the problem and could have other consequences.Trump & Xi Jinping MeetChinese President Xi Jinping is visiting Washington for talks with Trump. Trade, technology, AI, tariffs and the future of the U.S.-China trade truce are all on the table.Trump's U.N. Speech & IranTrump used his U.N. address to defend the U.S. position on Iran and warned that he could “annihilate” the country if negotiations fail, while also saying a deal remains possible. Iran's president has rejected the threat while saying Tehran remains open to diplomacy.The Stock Market & AI BoomTechnology and artificial-intelligence enthusiasm continues to drive major market activity even as investors deal with high energy prices and geopolitical uncertainty.Paramount & Warner Bros. DiscoveryWe break down the proposed $81 billion entertainment deal, the regulatory settlement and what the combination could mean for Hollywood, employees and major media brands.CNN, MS NOW & Politico Sue the White HouseThree major news organizations are challenging their exclusion from the White House in federal court, arguing that the restrictions violate First Amendment protections. A federal hearing on restoring their access is scheduled for Wednesday.Judge Judy on America, Patriotism & ExcellenceJudge Judy recently gave a blunt take on what she believes it means to be American, discussing patriotism, capitalism, innovation and American achievements ranging from the polio vaccine to artificial intelligence.🎙️ **PLUS:** We break down what these stories mean, the arguments on both sides, and the questions you should be watching as these stories develop.#News #Podcast #Trump #Politics #UnitedNations #Iran #China #XiJinping #Diesel #Economy #AI #StockMarket #CNN #Politico #MSNOW #JudgeJudy

  4. Sep 17

    HOLLYWOOD CHANGED FOREVER | Social Venture Podcast EP#102

    Hollywood could be facing a major shakeup as Paramount reportedly prepares for a potential move out of California amid the fight over its proposed $111 billion Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition.But that's just the beginning.On this episode of the Social Venture Podcast, we break down the biggest stories making headlines — from a potential Paramount exit from Hollywood and warnings from former AI researchers that artificial intelligence could become an existential threat, to a teacher creating a literal “fart corner” for her students.We also cover the deadly Chatsworth Metro bus crash and subsequent news helicopter crash that killed three people, the growing divide between President Trump and the Federal Reserve over interest rates, and a violent incident involving York College students.Plus, the FBI is investigating an alleged $130 million homeless-services fraud scheme in Los Angeles, a Florida woman has been arrested following allegations involving a family dog, the reported $38 billion cost of the Iran war, and Travis Kelce being identified as a victim of a $35 million Ponzi scheme.STORIES WE COVER:PARAMOUNT IS PREPARING TO LEAVE CALIFORNIA — Why Paramount could move its headquarters out of Hollywood and what the Warner Bros. merger fight has to do with it.AI MIGHT ACTUALLY KILL US? — Former OpenAI researcher Daniel Kokotajlo warns about the potential dangers of increasingly self-improving AI.THE FART CORNER — An elementary school teacher creates a designated “gas station” for students who need to pass gas.THE DEADLY LA BUS CRASH — THEN THE NEWS HELICOPTER CRASH — A tragic chain of events in Chatsworth leaves three people dead.TRUMP WANTS 1% — THE FED WENT THE OTHER WAY — Trump calls for dramatically lower rates while the Federal Reserve raises its benchmark rate to 3.75%–4%.MOB ATTACKS YORK COLLEGE STUDENTS — Students describe a violent off-campus incident while police were simultaneously responding to another emergency.FBI RAID + ALLEGED $130 MILLION HOMELESS FRAUD SCHEME — Federal investigators target an alleged fraud and kickback scheme involving homeless-services funding in Los Angeles.FLORIDA WOMAN ARRESTED AFTER SURVEILLANCE VIDEO — A disturbing investigation leads to a felony arrest in Florida.Subscribe to the Social Venture Podcast for more breaking news, business, politics, culture, and stories you won't hear discussed anywhere else.

  5. Sep 15

    LA CRACKDOWN | Social Venture Podcast EP #101

    This week on the Social Venture Podcast, we’re breaking down some of the wildest stories making headlines — from a Florida father allegedly taking his two young children into a gator-infested swamp, to a massive Sydney Sweeney billboard in Times Square, NFL Week 1 chaos, the vandalism of a Charlie Kirk memorial, a controversial biker protest in Lithuania, and the LAPD cracking down on LA’s minibike scene.FLORIDA FATHER TAKES TWO CHILDREN INTO GATOR-INFESTED SWAMP**A Florida man accused of DUI allegedly crashed his vehicle before fleeing into a dangerous swamp while carrying his two young children — just 2 years old and 10 months old. Police discovered two empty car seats and eventually used a drone to locate and rescue the children. The father allegedly admitted to drinking and driving and now faces 11 charges.SYDNEY SWEENEY’S GIANT TIMES SQUARE IMAGE**Imagine walking through Times Square and seeing a massive, nearly nude image of yourself covering a billboard. That’s the situation surrounding Sydney Sweeney, whose giant advertisement sparked plenty of online reaction and debate over sexualization in advertising.NFL WEEK 1 CHAOS**Chicago dropped 59 points on Carolina. Derrick Henry ran wild against Indianapolis. T.J. Watt came up with a pick-six. Josh Allen led a 96-yard game-winning drive. Detroit and New Orleans went to overtime. Philadelphia stopped Washington’s late two-point attempt. And the Giants forced three turnovers against Dallas.CHARLIE KIRK MEMORIAL VANDALIZED**Just days after a statue honoring Charlie Kirk was unveiled outside Turning Point USA’s Phoenix headquarters, the statue and nearby memorial were reportedly vandalized with red paint. We break down what happened and the reaction that followed.LITHUANIAN BIKERS PROTEST OUTSIDE MOSQUE*Bikers gathered outside a mosque in Kaunas during Friday prayers, playing loud music, chanting “Lithuania,” and using a pig’s head as part of the protest. Police intervened and are investigating potential hate-incitement violations.LAPD CRACKS DOWN ON LA MINIBIKE TAKEOVER**The LAPD broke up a large minibike gathering on the Sixth Street Bridge involving roughly 70–80 participants and impounded 78 bikes and other vehicles. But the crackdown has sparked controversy after a father and his 13-year-old daughter were among those cited during what they described as a birthday rideout.Subscribe to the channel, turn on notifications, and let us know what you think in the comments.#SocialVenturePodcast #SVP #LosAngeles #NFL #Minibikes #SydneySweeney #California #News

  6. Sep 3

    KEFFE D GUILTY | Social Venture Podcast EP #098

    Tupac Shakur’s murder finally has a verdict. Duane “Keffe D” Davis has been found guilty of first-degree murder in the 1996 killing of one of the biggest names in music history — nearly 30 years after Tupac was gunned down in Las Vegas.And that’s just the beginning.On this episode, we break down the Keffe D conviction, the evidence prosecutors used against him, and the bizarre twists surrounding the case — including Davis’s own public statements about Tupac’s killing.We also get into Lionel Messi’s decision to bring his legendary Argentina career toward its final chapter, from the heartbreak of the 2014 World Cup and consecutive Copa América losses to finally winning the World Cup in 2022.Plus:U.S. vs. Iran: American forces strike Iranian missile launchers on Larak Island as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz escalate.Trump’s drug-price deals: Nine more pharmaceutical companies sign voluntary agreements with the administration as Trump pushes his “Most-Favored-Nation” approach to prescription drug pricing.NFL controversy: A Patriots male cheerleader’s viral dance routine gets people talking.Glendale’s “Serial Butt Sniffer”: A bizarre Southern California crime story takes another turn as Calese Crowder is arrested again following a history of similar alleged incidents.USS Abraham Lincoln: After roughly 250 days at sea, the aircraft carrier heads toward Thailand — and we take a look at what’s happening behind the scenes.Times Square attack: A chaotic and disturbing incident unfolds in New York as police shoot a woman accused of running through Times Square stabbing people.It’s a packed episode covering politics, international conflict, sports, crime, entertainment and some of the strangest stories making headlines.**Subscribe to the channel, turn on notifications, and let us know in the comments: Which story do you think is the biggest one?**#Tupac #KeffeD #LionelMessi #Iran #Trump #USC #GrandCanyon #TimesSquare #News #Podcast

  7. Aug 29

    DOLLY'S SECRET | Social Venture Podcast EP #097

    On this episode of the Social Venture Podcast, we break down the biggest stories making headlines.TIM CURRY DEAD AT 80The legendary actor behind Dr. Frank-N-Furter, Pennywise, Wadsworth and countless unforgettable characters has died at 80.Curry's career spanned decades, but his impact went far beyond simply being in movies. From The Rocky Horror Picture Show and IT to Clue, Home Alone 2 and Annie, Curry had an incredible ability to completely take over a scene.We look back at some of his most iconic roles and what made him such a unique performer.DOLLY PARTON DEAD AT 80Dolly Parton's death marks the end of one of the most extraordinary careers in American entertainment.From growing up in rural Tennessee as one of 12 children to becoming a country music superstar, songwriter, actress, entrepreneur and philanthropist, Dolly built a legacy that crossed generations.We discuss "Jolene," "I Will Always Love You," "9 to 5," Dollywood, her songwriting empire and the incredible business machine she built around her name.And perhaps the biggest question: what happens to a celebrity empire when the celebrity is gone?NEPAL–CHINA BORDER DISASTERA catastrophic flash flood and mudslide has devastated communities along the Nepal–China border, leaving hundreds dead or missing as authorities continue searching for victims.We break down what happened, where the disaster struck and why this particular region is so important to travelers, trade and religious pilgrims.THE NFL IS ELIMINATING THE PRO BOWLThe Pro Bowl as fans know it is going away.The NFL is moving away from a standalone Pro Bowl game and shifting the event toward an individual performance award, marking a major change for one of the league's longest-running traditions. TOM BRADY'S CARD STORE ROBBEDJust one week after opening, Tom Brady's CardVault store in Palo Alto was burglarized.Police say approximately 60 trading cards worth more than $12,000 were stolen after suspects smashed into the store and its display cases.LAWRENCE MAYOR ARRESTED IN $1.5M COVID FRAUD CASELawrence, Massachusetts Mayor Brian DePeña has been arrested and charged with wire fraud over allegations that he misused more than $1.5 million in federal COVID-relief loans.We break down the allegations, the investigation and what could happen next.

  8. Aug 26

    LINDSAY CLANCY: MURDER OR MENTAL ILLNESS? | Social Venture Podcast EP #096

    This week on the Social Venture Podcast, we dive into some of the wildest, most controversial, and strangest stories making headlines — from an alleged house hanging from an LA freeway to a WNBA courtside confrontation, AI baristas, college sports chaos, and the Lindsay Clancy murder trial.⚖️ THE LINDSAY CLANCY TRIALLindsay Clancy is on trial for killing her three children in 2023. The defense does not dispute that she killed them — the central question is whether severe postpartum psychosis and other psychiatric problems made her legally responsible for her actions. The prosecution and defense have presented sharply different expert testimony about her mental state.And finally, we examine the intense public reaction surrounding the case — including demonstrations and supporters outside the courthouse.🏠 THE MAN LIVING ON AN LA FREEWAYA viral video appears to show an elaborate wooden dwelling suspended beneath an LA freeway overpass, complete with windows, a door, solar panels, and even a small balcony. Who built it — and how did it get there? The exact location remains unconfirmed.🏀 ENES KANTER FREEDOM EJECTED FROM WNBA GAMEKanter Freedom was ejected from the Fever-Sky game after a confrontation with Chicago Sky guard Natasha Cloud. His controversial shirt and his protest surrounding women's sports added another layer to the incident.💰 OPERATION ECONOMIC OUTCASTTreasury Secretary Scott Bessent delivered a striking message about Iran, sanctions, and economic pressure — even invoking the fall of the Berlin Wall. Is Washington trying to change Iran's behavior, or pressure the regime itself?☕ STARBUCKS' AI BARISTA ASSISTANTStarbucks is putting generative AI directly behind the counter. Its “Green Dot Assist” system is designed to help employees instantly answer questions about recipes, inventory, equipment, procedures, and more. Is this the future of work — or the beginning of something much bigger?🏃 MAN WINS WOMEN'S COLLEGE 100M IN VIRAL PRANKA non-transgender male runner entered a women's collegiate race under a female name and won by 0.02 seconds. The organizers later removed him from the official results, but the stunt reignited the debate surrounding sex, sports, and eligibility.🏈 NFL → COLLEGE → NFL?Dae'Quan Wright's potential return to college football after entering the NFL raises a much bigger question: Is college football becoming a professional development league? With NIL, revenue sharing, the transfer portal, and increasingly professionalized athletes, the traditional path from college to the NFL is changing.🏈 49ERS CEO'S $140 PROSTITUTION ARRESTSan Francisco 49ers CEO and principal owner Jed York was arrested in Ohio after allegedly arranging a $140 prostitution encounter. The charge was later amended, and York pleaded no contest to disorderly conduct and possessing criminal tools.

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The Social Venture Podcast hosted by Joe Mkhitaryan is a dynamic and insightful show that explores the world of social entrepreneurship and innovation. Each episode features engaging conversations with thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers who are tackling today’s most pressing social issues. Joe delves into the strategies, challenges, and successes behind impactful ventures, offering valuable lessons for anyone looking to create meaningful change through business and social impact.

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