The Bear Roars

Loud Bear Productions

The Bear Roars is hosted by three-time decacorn entrepreneur and venture investor Dan Caruso. Colorado Innovators, the Bandwidth revolution (associated with Dan's book), and DeepTech are areas of focus. The purpose is to celebrate innovators, inspire listeners, and spark conversations within the innovation community.

  1. 1D AGO

    Colorado Innovators: Eric Cornell, Nobel Prize–Winning Physicist and Professor at CU Boulder

    In this episode of The Bear Roars, Dan sits down with Eric Cornell—Nobel Prize–winning physicist, Professor at the University of Colorado Boulder, and Fellow at NIST—for a conversation on quantum mechanics, discovery, and the limits of human understanding. Eric reflects on the breakthrough that earned him the Nobel Prize: the first creation of a Bose-Einstein condensate, made possible through pioneering work in laser cooling atoms. He explains how these discoveries opened the door to modern quantum technologies and why experimental physics continues to play a critical role in validating some of the most counterintuitive ideas in science. They explore the evolution of quantum theory, from early debates around light and atoms to concepts like entanglement, superposition, and the transition from the quantum world to the classical one. Eric also shares insights into current research, including efforts to measure the electron with extreme precision and what that could reveal about the fundamental asymmetry of the universe.  The conversation expands into some of the biggest open questions in physics today: dark matter vs. dark energy, the limits of string theory, and whether we’re due for another major scientific breakthrough. Along the way, they tackle everything from multiverse theories and UFO speculation to the philosophical edges of science—where physics begins to overlap with deeper questions about reality itself. Learn more about Eric Cornell and his work: https://jila.colorado.edu/fellow/cornell Order Dan’s Book – Bandwidth: The Untold Story of Ambition, Deception, and Innovation that Shaped the Internet Age and Dot-Com Boom: dan-caruso.com/book Listen to Dan's Song Stretch: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/dancaruso/stretch Check out music by Jason Mendelson (Jace Allen): https://www.youtube.com/@jaceallen To nominate a founder or yourself as a future guest speaker, email: contact@loudbearproductions.com

    1h 37m

  2. APR 7

    Bandwidth: Charles Meyers, Executive Chairman of Equinix

    In this episode of The Bear Roars, Dan sits down with Charles Meyers—Executive Chairman and former CEO of Equinix—for a sweeping conversation on leadership, digital infrastructure, and the next wave of technological transformation. Charles reflects on his early days helping stabilize Level 3 during the telecom crash, sharing firsthand insights into the chaos of the dot-com bust and the resilience required to rebuild momentum. He walks through his transition to Equinix and how the company evolved from a struggling data center operator into a global powerhouse by focusing on interconnection, ecosystem strategy, and disciplined capital allocation.  They explore the rise of the data center industry, unpacking how competition, private capital, and hyperscaler demand have reshaped the landscape—and why today’s AI boom is driving an unprecedented surge in infrastructure investment. Charles offers a candid look at power constraints, energy strategy, and the real challenges behind scaling the physical backbone of AI. Learn more about Equinix: https://www.equinix.com/ Order Dan’s Book – Bandwidth: The Untold Story of Ambition, Deception, and Innovation that Shaped the Internet Age and Dot-Com Boom: dan-caruso.com/book Listen to Dan's Song Stretch: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/dancaruso/stretch Check out music by Jason Mendelson (Jace Allen): https://www.youtube.com/@jaceallen To nominate a founder or yourself as a future guest speaker, email: contact@loudbearproductions.com

    1h 36m

  3. MAR 31

    Re-release Dr. Bill Blanchet, Physician at Boulder Internal Medicine

    In this episode of The Bear Roars, Dan sits down with Dr. Bill Blanchet — a Boulder-based physician whose open-minded approach to medicine led him on an unlikely journey from Colorado to Cuba. Dr. Blanchet shares how a patient’s battle with stage-four cancer sparked his exploration into Cuba’s surprising leadership in biopharmaceutical innovation — from advanced cancer immunotherapies to a groundbreaking nasal treatment showing remarkable results against dementia. He and Dan discuss how decades of investment in Cuban medical research have produced world-class breakthroughs despite political isolation, and why these discoveries could reshape the global approach to diseases once thought untreatable. They also examine the obstacles created by U.S. embargo policies, the promise of new clinical trials now involving American patients, and the potential for collaboration between Cuban and U.S. researchers. Learn more about La Pradera International Health Center: ⁠https://www.cubameds.com/lappradera⁠ Order Dan’s Book – Bandwidth: The Untold Story of Ambition, Deception, and Innovation that Shaped the Internet Age and Dot-Com Boom: dan-caruso.com/book Listen to Dan's Song Stretch: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/dancaruso/stretch Check out music by Jason Mendelson (Jace Allen): https://www.youtube.com/@jaceallen To nominate a founder or yourself as a future guest speaker, email: contact@loudbearproductions.com

    1h 12m

  4. MAR 24

    Alex Challans & Evan Kubes, CEO & President of Resonance

    In this episode of The Bear Roars, Dan sits down with Alex Challans, CEO of Resonance, and Evan Kubes, President of Resonance, for a wide-ranging conversation on building in the frontier of quantum technology and the journey from side hustle to global intelligence platform. Alex and Evan share how a chance conversation and relentless cold outreach led to the creation of The Quantum Insider, and how they transformed it into a data-driven business helping governments, enterprises, and investors navigate one of the most complex and misunderstood sectors in tech.  They break down Resonance’s “picks and shovels” approach to quantum, using media as a gateway to deeper market intelligence, data, and strategic advisory, and explain why governments have emerged as some of their most important customers.  The conversation also goes behind the scenes of Our Quantum Future, their global documentary filmed across more than 20 cities, capturing the people and stories driving quantum forward and making the technology accessible beyond the industry echo chamber.  Learn more about Resonance: https://resonance.holdings/ Watch the trailer for Our Quantum Future: https://youtu.be/SZueCS3ZLQ4?si=-qE51Kb8NYBcMi8P Order Dan’s Book – Bandwidth: The Untold Story of Ambition, Deception, and Innovation that Shaped the Internet Age and Dot-Com Boom: dan-caruso.com/book Listen to Dan's Song Stretch: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/dancaruso/stretch Check out music by Jason Mendelson (Jace Allen): https://www.youtube.com/@jaceallen To nominate a founder or yourself as a future guest speaker, email: contact@loudbearproductions.com

    1h 31m

  5. MAR 17

    Dan Mosley, Partner at BDT & MSD Partners

    In this episode of The Bear Roars, Dan sits down with Dan Mosley—Partner at BDT & MSD Partners and head of Family Advisory Services—for a thoughtful conversation about wealth, purpose, and what it takes to build a legacy that lasts across generations. Dan Mosley shares lessons from decades spent advising founders, entrepreneurs, and multi-generational families on how to structure and steward wealth. The conversation explores why passing down wealth is often harder than building it and the risks of waiting too long to plan. They unpack the difference between traditional multi-generational wealth and today’s fast-moving tech fortunes, why purpose and principles must anchor any long-term wealth strategy, and how governance, trusted advisors, and family offices help ensure wealth strengthens rather than fractures families. Learn more about BDT & MSD Partners: https://bdtmsd.com/ Order Dan’s Book – Bandwidth: The Untold Story of Ambition, Deception, and Innovation that Shaped the Internet Age and Dot-Com Boom: dan-caruso.com/book Listen to Dan's Song Stretch: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/dancaruso/stretch Check out music by Jason Mendelson (Jace Allen): https://www.youtube.com/@jaceallen To nominate a founder or yourself as a future guest speaker, email: contact@loudbearproductions.com

    1h 38m

  6. FEB 17

    Colorado Innovators: Mike Conover, Founder and CEO of Brightwave

    In this episode of The Bear Roars, Dan Caruso sits down with Mike Conover, founder and CEO of Brightwave, for an in-depth conversation about artificial intelligence, investing, and the hidden structures that shape our world.Mike begins by sharing his academic roots in complexity and network science at Indiana University, where he studied how information, disease, and influence spread across interconnected systems. From modeling airline networks and pandemics to analyzing early social media polarization, he explains how understanding complex systems led him into machine learning and ultimately into building AI products.The conversation turns to the launch of ChatGPT and why it surprised even experts. Mike explains the breakthrough moments that made generative AI feel different from previous waves of technology, breaking down concepts like gradient descent, model training, and the emergence of autonomous AI agents in practical terms. He shares what it was like staying up late experimenting with early models and realizing the world had shifted.Dan and Mike then dive into Brightwave, the AI-powered research platform built for investment professionals. Mike explains how AI agents can analyze massive data rooms, connect details across documents, surface long-tail risks, and generate structured outputs such as financial models. They discuss how these systems augment human judgment rather than replace it, helping investors move faster and think more comprehensively while still relying on experience and context.Learn more about Brightwave: https://brightwave.ioOrder Dan’s Book – Bandwidth: The Untold Story of Ambition, Deception, and Innovation that Shaped the Internet Age and Dot-Com Boom: dan-caruso.com/bookListen to Dan's Song Stretch: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/dancaruso/stretchCheck out music by Jason Mendelson (Jace Allen): https://www.youtube.com/@jaceallen To nominate a founder or yourself as a future guest speaker, email: contact@loudbearproductions.com

    1h 16m

  7. FEB 4

    Michael Dougherty, Boulder County District Attorney

    In this episode of The Bear Roars, Dan Caruso sits down with Boulder County District Attorney Michael Dougherty for a candid conversation about prosecuting serious crime, leading through public crises, and what the Attorney General’s job demands. Michael reflects on his path from prosecuting homicide and sex crimes in the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office to leading Boulder County as DA. He shares how that experience shaped his approach to complex cases, including human trafficking, domestic violence, and public corruption, as well as his work launching Colorado’s first human trafficking unit. The conversation covers Michael’s hands-on role in responding to major events such as the King Soopers mass shooting and the Marshall Fire, and how prosecutors coordinate with law enforcement and federal partners during emergencies. Michael also explains Boulder County’s use of diversion, mental health programs, and risk assessment tools to reduce repeat offenses while improving public safety. Dan and Michael discuss crime trends in Colorado, why consistent enforcement of the rule of law matters, and the dangers of politicizing the justice system. Michael also explains what the Attorney General’s office does day to day and why experience, independence, and integrity matter when leading Colorado’s largest law office. Learn more about Michael Dougherty: https://www.michaelforag.com/ Reach out to: hello@michaelforag.com Order Dan’s Book – Bandwidth: The Untold Story of Ambition, Deception, and Innovation that Shaped the Internet Age and Dot-Com Boom: dan-caruso.com/book Listen to Dan's Song Stretch: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/dancaruso/stretch Check out music by Jason Mendelson (Jace Allen): https://www.youtube.com/@jaceallen To nominate a founder or yourself as a future guest speaker, email: contact@loudbearproductions.com

    1h 40m

  8. JAN 27

    Ebs Burnough, Award-Winning Filmmaker and Board Chair of the Sundance Institute

    In this episode of The Bear Roars, Dan Caruso sits down with Ebs Burnough, award-winning filmmaker, producer, and Chair of the Board of the Sundance Institute, for a wide-ranging conversation on storytelling, cultural impact, and the future of independent film.As Sundance prepares for its final year in Park City and its historic move to Boulder, Ebs reflects on the Institute’s mission, Robert Redford’s founding principles, and why nurturing artists rather than chasing commercial outcomes has always been at the heart of Sundance. Drawing on his experience as a documentary filmmaker, former White House communications leader during the Obama administration, and longtime cultural strategist, Ebs shares how storytelling shapes politics, technology, and community alike.They explore Sundance’s artist labs, the power of convening creators in physical spaces, and why human connection matters more than ever in a post-COVID, AI-accelerated world. Ebs also weighs in on how artificial intelligence is transforming creative work, both the promise and the risk, and why better storytelling around new technology is essential to avoid fear-driven outcomes.The conversation touches on legacy, community-building, the evolving role of festivals, and why Boulder and Colorado more broadly offer a rare opportunity to reimagine what Sundance can be for the next 40 years.Learn more about the Sundance Institute: https://www.sundance.org/Order Dan’s Book – Bandwidth: The Untold Story of Ambition, Deception, and Innovation that Shaped the Internet Age and Dot-Com Boom: dan-caruso.com/bookListen to Dan's Song Stretch: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/dancaruso/stretchCheck out music by Jason Mendelson (Jace Allen): https://www.youtube.com/@jaceallen To nominate a founder or yourself as a future guest speaker, email: contact@loudbearproductions.com

    1h 25m
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The Bear Roars is hosted by three-time decacorn entrepreneur and venture investor Dan Caruso. Colorado Innovators, the Bandwidth revolution (associated with Dan's book), and DeepTech are areas of focus. The purpose is to celebrate innovators, inspire listeners, and spark conversations within the innovation community.

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  • Creator
    Loud Bear Productions
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    89
  • Rating
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    © Loud Bear Productions
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