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A weekly podcast examining the relationship between entrepreneurship, innovation and policy in the Washington D.C. region. They are stories explaining why local innovation often influences the federal government and are told by a wide variety of voices across demographics and industries.

AUG 29

Wall Street, Weight Loss, and Wealthy Universities

From AI hype to Dolly Parton releases, Jonathan Aberman and Mark Walsh explore this month’s trends in finance, culture, and politics. Also, Jonathan sits down with Paulina Bren, author of “She-Wolves”, to honor the women who defied the odds and left their mark on Wall Street in the 1960s and ‘70s. Drawing on Jonathan’s own experience on Ozempic, Jonathan and Mark then discuss the reality of life on the medication, and what it might mean for the future of American healthcare.

43 min
AUG 1

Powered by the People - Corey Brettschneider

Longer episodes, deeper dives! In our new one hour format, hosts Jonathan Aberman and Mark Walsh explore new trends, share media recommendations, and interview author Corey Brettschneider. "The Presidents and the People: Five Leaders Who Threatened Democracy and the Citizens Who Fought to Defend It" examines how citizen movements have resisted presidential abuses of power by appealing to a democratic understanding of the Constitution. From Ida B. Wells to Daniel Ellsberg, American citizens have brought the United States back from the precipice at crucial moments in our nation's history. Aberman and Brettschneider discuss how that resonates today and where to find hope for restoring a fragile democracy.

43 min
APR 25

Lessons on Earth and Life on Mars - Kelly Weinersmith

Exploring and settling outer space may seem like the ultimate form of entrepreneurship – but is it a realistic ambition? Drawing from her latest book "A City on Mars", Kelly Weinersmith sits down with Jonathan to discuss the hurdles we face in our journey to space, from human physiology to resource governance. So human life on Mars is still far-fetched, but we can learn a lot about our planet and our future from outside Earth's orbit.

28 min
APR 18

Is Entrepreneurship Overrated? - Benjamin Waterhouse

"Being your own boss" isn't just about getting rich and being independent. In his latest book “One Day I’ll Work for Myself", author and historian Benjamin Waterhouse separates the allure from the illusions of self-employment. He takes a hard look at the mythology of entrepreneurship, from colonial America and the digital revolution of the 1980s to today. His advice? Look beyond the hype and make sure you're seeking purpose and fulfillment in working for yourself.

28 min
APR 11

Privacy, Prejudice, and Policy in A.I.'s Future - Sean Perryman

Sean Perryman is the Head of Algorithmic Fairness Policy at Uber. He sits down with Jonathan Aberman to discuss the major questions about privacy and bias raised by artificial intelligence, and how policymakers need to respond. From facial recognition technology to Google's Gemini, Perryman calls for greater tech literacy among lawmakers. He lays out his vision for a more attractive entrepreneurial future in D.C., where effective policy, meaningful professional networks and responsible technology can make an impact.

28 min
APR 4

A Pitch for Product-Driven Innovation - Ben Foster

Ben Foster is co-founder & executive chairman at Prodify. In an increasingly service-based economy, Foster makes the case for enhancing product-driven innovation and entrepreneurship in Washington, D.C.. He discusses his vision for scaleable, efficient product companies to compete with Silicon Valley’s recent interest in national security technology. According to Foster, it’s time to embrace the risk and adapt in order to stay on pace.

28 min
MAR 28

Supporting Sustainable Entrepreneurs - Dave Feldman

Since its launch in 2007, Bethesda Green has been on a mission to foster innovation and community for sustainable small businesses. Today, Jonathan sits down with executive director Dave Feldman to discuss environmental entrepreneurship in Bethesda, Maryland and beyond. From start-up incubation to environmental awareness efforts, Feldman and Bethesda Green are building a supportive space for sustainability-focused, community-oriented business.

28 min
MAR 21

Best Practices for Innovation Adoption - Justin Fanelli

This week, Jonathan sits down with Justin Fanelli, Acting Chief Technology Officer for the United States Department of the Navy and Technical Director of PEO Digital. Together, they unpack his strategies for adopting innovation, from iterative improvements to a collaborative, motivated workplace environment. In building stronger tech infrastructure, Fanelli always keeps his mission in mind: to support military personnel in their work to protect the United States.

28 min

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03/29/2017

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03/13/2017

D.C. Biz

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A weekly podcast examining the relationship between entrepreneurship, innovation and policy in the Washington D.C. region. They are stories explaining why local innovation often influences the federal government and are told by a wide variety of voices across demographics and industries.