Out There with Lorraine Sanders

Lorraine Sanders
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Out There with Lorraine Sanders is a series featuring experts at the forefront of communications, starting with venture capital. Host Lorraine Sanders sits down with VC communications professionals to explore the work they do, the tactics that are actually working right now, and the mindset practices that keep them thriving in high-stakes environments. Whether you're in VC, thinking about getting into comms, or just curious about the people shaping how innovation shows up in the world, this show offers real talk about strategy, tools, and staying human in intense workplaces.

  1. 4D AGO

    S3, E2 — Connect the Dots: VC Marketer Stephanie Rich on Visibility, Brand Sprints, and Vibe Coding Your Way into Platform

    What happens when a former journalist, film sales agent, and startup operator becomes the platform partner helping shape a venture firm's visibility, messaging, and community presence? Stephanie Rich shares how she built a nonlinear career in venture by leaning into curiosity, creativity, and a deep love of connecting people, ideas, and resources. In this episode, Stephanie breaks down p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> How Bread and Butter Ventures uses personal LinkedIn accounts, community presence, and a small-team mindset to prioritize quality over vanity metrics. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Why clear ICP and core messaging matter more than ever in the age of AI, and how brand sprints can help teams get there faster. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> The tools she uses day to day, including Ordinal for social approvals and Anything for building practical internal workflows with vibe coding. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> How a designer made a full demo of what he could do with Brett's Brain, showed exactly how he'd contribute, and turned that creative pitch into a job. Plus, Stephanie shares the habits, reading, and creative experiments that help her stay energized, and explains why connecting the dots may be the most valuable platform skill of all. Get Out There in your inbox and connect with me on LinkedIn. Mentioned in this episode: Stephanie Rich on LinkedIn Anything Ordinal Bread and Butter Ventures Brett's Brain VC Platform Via Beck Bamberger Northwestern University  People Magazine Techstars Tanya Geisler  Fourth Wing

    37 min

  2. FEB 6

    Stay Curious: VC Marketer Dan Landau on Curiosity, the Generalist's Advantage and Art in the Age of AI

    What happens when a higher ed PR professional becomes the sole marketer for a venture studio with 40 portfolio companies? Dan Landau shares how he landed at AI Fund through an unexpected connection in a Seth Godin marketing course, built a viral app in 30 minutes using Claude Code, and developed a framework for triaging work between human hands and AI assistance. In this episode, Dan breaks down: His three-tier system for deciding what to automate and what to keep hands-on How he uses Orbit for event matchmaking, OnePitch for finding reporters, and Opus Clip for video repurposing Why Claude has become "the rest of his team" as a team of one The BuildOn hackathon where developers created five functional apps in a single day His non-negotiable morning routine (movement + spiritual connection) and why being a curious generalist is the biggest career hack for VC platform roles Plus: Dan talks about his upcoming book featuring portraits of remarkable women drawn on maps, and why remembering that 90% of startups fail helps him maintain perspective. Find Dan: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/danlandau AI Fund: https://aifund.ai/team-member/dan-landau/

    40 min

  3. 07/07/2022

    From Idea to Launch: The Two Colorful Years Behind Building a Sustainable, Ethical Fashion Brand with Jola's Joie LaFrentz

    In today's episode of 'Spirit of 608' podcast host, Lorraine Sanders talks with guest Joie LaFrentz telling us what she has been up to and sharing the real deal behind how she has been building Jola.

    54 min

  4. 04/19/2022

    How to Start Making it in the Metaverse Without Spending Anything at All

    Welcome! Come along with me on my journey into the metaverse and what's next. Kicking off the first season of the Making it in the Metaverse, here's How to Start Making it in the Metaverse without Spending Anything At All.  Consider this your toe-dip into the landscape from a journalist-turned-ethical-fashion-advocate who got crypto curious in '18 but didn't fall all the way down the rabbit hole until mid-2021.  Let me make your journey easier, more fun, less scary. Special bonus: Couples & Crypto.  None of this is financial advice y'all.  Just a girl with a complicated life in a complicated world aiming to make it on the path to what's next.  Connect with me here: Twitter: @lorrainesanders Instagram: @spiritof608 Web: lorrainesanders.com  Web: spiritof608.com

    23 min

  5. 04/14/2022

    6 Ways Regular Folks Can Start Making it in the Metaverse

    Welcome! Come along with me on my journey into the metaverse and what's next. Kicking off the first season of the Making it in the Metaverse, here are 6 Ways Regular Folks Can Start Making it in the Metaverse. Consider this your toe-dip into the landscape from a journalist-turned-ethical-fashion-advocate who got crypto curious in '18 but didn't fall all the way down the rabbit hole until mid-2021.  Let me make your journey easier, more fun, less scary. Special bonus: Couples & Crypto.  None of this is financial advice y'all.  Just a girl with a complicated life in a complicated world aiming to make it on the path to what's next.  Connect with me here: Twitter: @lorrainesanders Instagram: @spiritof608 Web: lorrainesanders.com  Web: spiritof608.com

    28 min

  6. 04/10/2022

    5 Things You Need to Know About Crypto Culture

    Welcome! Come along with me on my journey into the metaverse and what's next. Kicking off the first season of the Making it in the Metaverse, here are 5 Things I Want You to Know About Crypto Culture.  Consider this your toe-dip into the landscape from a journalist-turned-ethical-fashion-advocate who got crypto curious in '18 but didn't fall all the way down the rabbit hole until mid-2021.  Let me make your journey easier, more fun, less scary. None of this is financial advice y'all.  Just a girl with a complicated life in a complicated world aiming to make it on the path to what's next.  Connect with me here: Twitter: @lorrainesanders Instagram: @spiritof608 Web: lorrainesanders.com  Web: spiritof608.com

    36 min

  7. 04/05/2022

    New Series: Making it in the Metaverse

    Oh hey we have a brand new series coming out this spring (and beyond). A head's up on what's happening is waiting for you in today's episode. More to come so soon. The TLDR: come with me on my journey into web3, blockchain, crypto and all things metaverse-y. There's so much happening. Let's figure it out together.   Oh hey there! Please help the podcast out and leave us a rating and review on iTunes. This stuff is key to the show's success, and I appreciate you helping me play the game.  HOW TO LISTEN: Listen online: Just press play above or subscribe via RSS to receive all new episodes. iOS, iPhone, iPad: Subscribe via iTunes or download the Apple Podcast app and subscribe by searching for Spirit of 608 in the app. Android: Download the free Stitcher app and search for Spirit of 608 in the app.   Linkage: Instagram: @spiritof608 Twitter: @lorrainesanders and @spiritof608 Website: www.spiritof608.com   Find more episodes featuring women at the forefront of FEST online at www.Spiritof608.com.

    7 min

  8. 02/10/2022

    NY's Fashion Act Facts + Industry Insiders' Response Explained

    Mentioned in the show: Thanks to our episode sponsor Magic Mind! Boost your productivity and get 20% off your next order with code SPIRIT at checkout. Ethical Fashion Insiders' Response and Proposed Amendments New York State Senate Bill S.7428 Why A Beloved Ethical Fashion Startup Closed Up Shop To Embrace An Entirely Different Future in FEST with Helpsy's Rachel Kibbe The Mavericks Repairing & Revamping Patagonia, Prana & Other Ethical Apparel Brands with Nicole Bassett of The Renewal Workshop Fashion Advocates Believe 'Fashion Act' Lacks Key Elements

    34 min
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Out There with Lorraine Sanders is a series featuring experts at the forefront of communications, starting with venture capital. Host Lorraine Sanders sits down with VC communications professionals to explore the work they do, the tactics that are actually working right now, and the mindset practices that keep them thriving in high-stakes environments. Whether you're in VC, thinking about getting into comms, or just curious about the people shaping how innovation shows up in the world, this show offers real talk about strategy, tools, and staying human in intense workplaces.

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