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Middle Tech Podcast

A podcast network exploring startups, technology, and entrepreneurship in Kentucky and beyond.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    298. Travis Stanfield of Stacklet on Building a Tech Powerhouse

    In this episode, Logan Jones and Evan Knowles sit down with Travis Stanfield, co-founder and CEO of Stacklet. They discuss how Stacklet helps organizations save money and enhance security in the public cloud. Travis shares insights into the rapid growth of Stacklet, achieving their first million in revenue just seven months after launching their product. He also discusses the challenges and dynamics of running a fully remote company, timing their business inception during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the unique lifestyle of managing a tech company from a horse farm in Kentucky. Travis talks about his career journey from Microsoft to Capital One, the inspiration behind Stacklet, and the future potential of the company. Don't miss this fascinating conversation about technology, innovation, and the startup ecosystem in Kentucky. 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/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get in touch in the comments below, or reach out to us on social media:Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/middletechpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/middletechpod/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/middletech/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@middletechpod?lang=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/middletechpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Logan Jones’ SocialsX: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/lojo_ky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lojo_ky/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/lojo/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Evan Knowles’ SocialsX: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/EvanKnowles_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanmknowles/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Middle Tech is proud to be supported by: KY Innovation: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.kyinnovation.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bolt Marketing: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.buildwithbolt.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hunsicker: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.hunsicker.co/firesides⁠⁠ 00:00 Introduction to Stacklet and Early Success 01:07 Meet the Founders: Travis Stanfield's Journey 12:26 Building Stacklet: Challenges and Innovations 25:10 Funding and Growth Strategies 34:59 Remote Work and Kentucky Lifestyle 41:15 Future Vision and Opportunities

    44 min

  2. SEP 4

    297. NVIDIA's Dominance in Powering AI and The Future of AI and Energy: Nuclear Power

    In this episode, Evan Knowles explores the latest developments in AI infrastructure buildout, focusing on data centers, energy consumption, and sustainability. The expansion of AI and data centers has led to supply chain issues, power challenges, and environmental concerns. NVIDIA's GPUs have become a major player in powering AI, with significant revenue growth. Countries like China and the UK are investing heavily in AI as an arms race for economic power. The power consumption of AI is unsustainable, leading to the need for innovation in data center design and energy sources. Liquid cooling and AI optimization are being explored to improve efficiency. The future of AI and energy lies in nuclear power, with fusion technology being safer and more efficient. The US needs to invest in nuclear power to stay competitive with countries like China. The AI boom will drive changes in energy and sustainability. 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/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get in touch in the comments below, or reach out to us on social media:Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/middletechpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/middletechpod/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/middletech/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@middletechpod?lang=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/middletechpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Logan Jones’ SocialsX: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/lojo_ky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lojo_ky/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/lojo/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Evan Knowles’ SocialsX: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/EvanKnowles_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanmknowles/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Middle Tech is proud to be supported by: KY Innovation: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.kyinnovation.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bolt Marketing: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.buildwithbolt.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hunsicker: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.hunsicker.co/firesides⁠⁠ 00:00 Introduction and Background on AI Infrastructure 02:28 The Unprecedented Growth of AI and Data Centers 04:25 NVIDIA's Dominance in Powering AI 07:14 Challenges of Power Consumption and Sustainability 09:40 Exploring Liquid Cooling and AI Optimization 17:20 The Future of AI and Energy: Nuclear Power 21:17 The Need for US Investment in Nuclear Power

    26 min

  3. AUG 26

    296. The Cloud Minders: Ian Gerard on Navigating the Future of AI and GPU Services

    In this episode, Logan Jones sits down with Ian Gerard, the founder and CEO of The Cloud Minders, a GPU-as-a-service company. They discuss the high demand for GPUs and the innovative approach The Cloud Minders is taking to provide AI infrastructure affordably. The conversation delves into technical details about how AI and GPU work, the energy consumption challenges, and the future of nuclear energy. They also explore the broader implications of AI, including potential existential threats, and discuss the startup ecosystem in Kentucky. 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/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get in touch in the comments below, or reach out to us on social media:Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/middletechpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/middletechpod/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/middletech/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@middletechpod?lang=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/middletechpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Logan Jones’ SocialsX: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/lojo_ky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lojo_ky/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/lojo/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Evan Knowles’ SocialsX: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/EvanKnowles_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanmknowles/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Middle Tech is proud to be supported by: KY Innovation: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.kyinnovation.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bolt Marketing: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.buildwithbolt.com/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hunsicker: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.hunsicker.co/firesides⁠ 00:00 Introduction to GPU Demand and Costs 00:35 Welcome to Middle Tech Podcast 00:40 Introducing The Cloud Minders 00:52 Understanding GPUs and AI 02:09 Sponsor Acknowledgements 03:56 Interview with Ian Girard Begins 04:43 Explaining The Cloud Minders' Business Model 05:29 The Apartment Analogy for GPUs 08:55 Challenges in GPU Accessibility 10:36 Innovative Revenue Model 15:30 Vision for Software-Defined Supercomputers 18:21 Energy Consumption and Cooling Solutions 23:54 The Future of AI Integration 24:51 Energy Demands and Nuclear Power 25:23 Transition from Crypto to AI 26:24 The Promise and Challenges of Nuclear Reactors 28:56 AI's Impact on Everyday Life 34:25 The Ethical and Existential Questions of AI 40:03 Building a Startup in Kentucky 44:17 Conclusion and Contact Information

    46 min

  4. AUG 19

    295. Canopy: Scott Koloms on the Future of Social Impact in Business

    In this episode, Evan Knowles sits down with Scott Koloms, the founder of Canopy Kentucky, to discuss the importance of businesses embracing social responsibility. The conversation covers the role of businesses in improving employee welfare, community development, and environmental preservation. Scott shares insights on how Canopy Kentucky is bringing B Corp certification to the state to promote social enterprise and stakeholder capitalism. They delve into the origins of Canopy, the benefits of being a responsible business, and how to integrate social impact into business operations. The episode highlights the growth of Scott's janitorial service, FMS, into a socially responsible enterprise and discusses the process and significance of Canopy certification. 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/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get in touch in the comments below, or reach out to us on social media:Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/middletechpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/middletechpod/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/middletech/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@middletechpod?lang=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/middletechpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Logan Jones’ SocialsX: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/lojo_ky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lojo_ky/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/lojo/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Evan Knowles’ SocialsX: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/EvanKnowles_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanmknowles/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Middle Tech is proud to be supported by: KY Innovation: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.kyinnovation.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bolt Marketing: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.buildwithbolt.com/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hunsicker: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.hunsicker.co/firesides⁠ 00:00 Introduction to Business Responsibility 00:51 Welcome to Middle Tech Podcast 00:57 Introducing Canopy Kentucky 02:26 Sponsor Messages 04:13 Interview with Scott from Canopy 05:04 Scott's Background and FMS Journey 06:43 Growth and Social Enterprise 08:45 Core Values and Leadership Retreat 10:48 Sustaining Company Culture 17:06 Canopy and B Corp Certification 23:16 Canopy Certification Process 26:20 Social Impact and Business Profitability 38:52 Future of Canopy in Kentucky

    43 min

  5. AUG 12

    294. Climavision: Chris Goode, Ben Toms, & Peter Childs on Creating Hyper-Accurate Weather Forecasting

    In this episode of the Middle Tech Podcast, Logan Jones sits down with Chris Goode, CEO of Climavision, along with Ben Toms, VP of AI Weather, and Peter Childs, Chief Scientist. They discuss the advancements and unique approaches Climavision is taking in the weather and climate industry, particularly through the integration of generative AI and traditional physics-based modeling. The conversation covers the importance of improved weather forecasting for sectors like energy and insurance, the recent acquisition of Ben's company Intersphere, and the deployment of Climavision's radar network. They also highlight the role of AI in extending weather forecasting accuracy and how Climavision is positioning itself strategically in the evolving marketplace. 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/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get in touch in the comments below, or reach out to us on social media:Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/middletechpod⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/middletechpod/⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/middletech/⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@middletechpod?lang=en⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/middletechpod⁠⁠⁠⁠ Logan Jones’ SocialsX: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/lojo_ky⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lojo_ky/⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/lojo/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Evan Knowles’ SocialsX: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/EvanKnowles_⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanmknowles/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Middle Tech is proud to be supported by: KY Innovation: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.kyinnovation.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bolt Marketing: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.buildwithbolt.com/⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hunsicker: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.hunsicker.co/firesides 00:00 Introduction to Weather and Climate Modeling 00:41 Welcome to Middle Tech Podcast 00:54 Meet the Climavision Team 01:04 Climavision's Journey and Achievements 01:37 Sponsor Acknowledgements 03:24 Interview with Climavision's Leadership 04:06 Peter Childs' Background and Role 06:54 Chris Goode and Peter Childs' Shared History 08:36 Ben Toms' Background and Intersphere Acquisition 12:16 Climavision's Recent Developments and Future Plans 19:05 Generative AI vs. Physics-Based Weather Modeling 23:35 Data Collection and Integration 27:07 Applications and Impact of Advanced Weather Forecasting 37:16 Conclusion and Contact Information

    38 min

  6. AUG 5

    293. Anu & Land Betterment: Scott Massey & Kirk Taylor on Partnering to Nourish Communities Sustainably

    In this episode, Logan Jones sits down with Scott Massey, co-founder and CEO of Anu, and Kirk Taylor, co-founder and president of Land Betterment. They discuss their partnership to develop and sell autonomous fresh produce growing systems using Eco Solutions' upcycled shipping containers. We explore the technology behind Anu's self-nurturing pods, the scalable solutions for food security, and the journey Scott Massey took from his days at Purdue University to creating a product aimed at fighting food insecurity. The episode also covers the business aspects, the impact on local communities, and the future aspirations of this pioneering project. Learn more about Anu at https://www.growanu.com/ Learn more about Eko Solutions at https://www.ekosolutionsllc.com/ 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/⁠⁠⁠ Get in touch in the comments below, or reach out to us on social media:Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/middletechpod⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/middletechpod/⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/middletech/⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@middletechpod?lang=en⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/middletechpod⁠⁠⁠ Logan Jones’ SocialsX: ⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/lojo_ky⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lojo_ky/⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/lojo/⁠⁠⁠ Evan Knowles’ SocialsX: ⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/EvanKnowles_⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanmknowles/⁠⁠⁠ Middle Tech is proud to be supported by: KY Innovation: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.kyinnovation.com/⁠⁠⁠ Bolt Marketing: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.buildwithbolt.com/ ⁠⁠⁠Hunsicker: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.hunsicker.co/firesides 00:00 Introduction: The Home Greenhouse Concept 00:05 Addressing Common Concerns 00:41 Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Technology 01:00 Middle Tech Podcast Introduction 01:11 Introducing Scott Massey and Kirk Taylor 01:29 Land Betterment and ANU Partnership 02:16 Sponsor Acknowledgements 04:04 Welcome Scott Massey and Kirk Taylor 05:16 Land Betterment's Mission and Challenges 09:43 Scott Massey's Journey and ANU's Vision 12:02 The Birth of ANU: From NASA to Entrepreneurship 13:00 Innovative Hydroponic Systems 17:04 Challenges and Early Successes 22:02 Support and Growth at Purdue University 24:14 ANU's Revenue Model and Consumer Experience 30:25 Diving into EcoSolution and Land Betterment Partnerships 30:50 Fundraising Insights: Friends, Family, and Purdue Research Foundation 31:20 Critical Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 33:18 The Importance of Competitions and Grants 34:25 The Role of State and Federal Grants 35:25 Purdue Research Foundation's Impact 38:55 The Land Betterment Partnership 40:15 EcoSolutions: High Efficiency, Low Footprint Growing 46:06 The Modular Design and Its Benefits 48:36 The Genesis of the Partnership 55:23 Prototype Development and Testing 59:37 Vision for the Future and How to Get Involved 01:02:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    1h 4m

  7. JUL 22

    292. Amplify Startups: Larry Horn on Supporting Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Louisville and Beyond

    In this episode, Logan Jones and Evan Knowles sit down with Larry Horn, CEO of Amplify Startups (formerly Amplify Louisville), to discuss the dynamics of the startup ecosystem in Kentucky. They explore themes like the distinction between entrepreneurship and innovation, the challenges and opportunities in Louisville, and the importance of collaboration with corporates and other organizations. Larry shares insights on Amplify's initiatives, the role of the state in supporting startups, and the future outlook for Kentucky's innovation hubs. The conversation also touches on how Amplify navigates the balance between urban and rural support and the need for affordable startup spaces in Louisville. 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/⁠⁠ Get in touch in the comments below, or reach out to us on social media:Twitter: ⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/middletechpod⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/middletechpod/⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/middletech/⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@middletechpod?lang=en⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/middletechpod⁠⁠ Logan Jones’ SocialsX: ⁠⁠https://x.com/lojo_ky⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lojo_ky/⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/lojo/⁠⁠ Evan Knowles’ SocialsX: ⁠⁠https://x.com/EvanKnowles_⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanmknowles/⁠⁠ Middle Tech is proud to be supported by:KY Innovation: ⁠⁠https://www.kyinnovation.com/⁠⁠Bolt Marketing: ⁠⁠https://www.buildwithbolt.com/⁠⁠Hunsicker: ⁠⁠https://www.hunsicker.co/firesides 00:00 Introduction and Personal Background 00:44 Welcome to Middle Tech Podcast 00:57 Interview with Larry Horn, CEO of Amplify 01:17 Discussion on Kentucky Innovation Hubs 01:38 Insights on Louisville's Startup Ecosystem 02:35 Sponsor Acknowledgements 04:40 Larry Horn's Journey into Entrepreneurship 09:26 Formation and Evolution of Amplify 13:53 Corporate Engagement in Startup Ecosystems 19:51 State Involvement in Entrepreneurial Ecosystems 25:01 Venture Capital and Tech-Enabled Businesses 25:56 State Funding and Resource Allocation 28:42 Challenges in Supporting Diverse Entrepreneurs 30:29 Urban vs. Rural Resource Centers 37:06 Amplify's Initiatives and Impact 40:47 Progress and Challenges in the Ecosystem 46:29 Future Vision and Collaboration

    48 min

  8. JUL 15

    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. 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/⁠ Get in touch in the comments below, or reach out to us on social media:Twitter: ⁠https://www.twitter.com/middletechpod⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/middletechpod/⁠LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/middletech/⁠TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@middletechpod?lang=en⁠Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/middletechpod⁠ Logan Jones’ SocialsX: ⁠https://x.com/lojo_ky⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lojo_ky/⁠LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/lojo/⁠ Evan Knowles’ SocialsX: ⁠https://x.com/EvanKnowles_⁠LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanmknowles/⁠ Middle Tech is proud to be supported by:KY Innovation: ⁠https://www.kyinnovation.com/⁠Bolt Marketing: ⁠https://www.buildwithbolt.com/⁠Hunsicker: ⁠https://www.hunsicker.co/firesides 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
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    2018 - 2024
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