Episodes
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Kevin Stevens of Energize Capital joins Nick to discuss The Energy Transformation, Challenges with Transmission and Distribution, Nuclear vs. Renewables, and Why Unreasonable Hospitality is Necessary in VC. In this episode we cover:
Challenges in Energy Distribution and Storage The Role of Batteries and Other Energy Storage Solutions Data Centers and Energy Consumption Nuclear Energy and Its Role in the Energy Transition Financing Challenges and Strategies for Energy and Climate Companies The Importance of Intellectual Humility and Debate in Investing Future of AI and Defensibility in Energy Software Evaluating Revenue Quality and Key Metrics for SuccessGuest Links:
Kevin’s LinkedIn Energize’s LinkedIn Energize Website Kevin’s Twitter/XThe host of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area.
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On this special segment of The Full Ratchet, the following Investors are featured:
Rick Heitzmann Alexa Von Tobel Adam FeleskyEach investor highlights a situation where they decided not to invest, why they passed, and how it played out.
The host of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area.
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Mathias Schilling of Headline joins Nick to discuss Why Culture is King, The Role of “Founder Mode” in Building Iconic Companies, Lessons From 25 Years in the Business, and How to Make Tech a Force Multiplier Within a VC Firm. In this episode we cover:
Evolution of the Venture Capital Industry Headline's Winning Strategy Global Presence and Investment Approach Navigating Market Cycles and Founder Mode Capital Efficiencies and AI's Impact Succession Planning and Leadership Future of AI and RegulationGuest Links:
Mathias’ LinkedIn Headline’s LinkedIn Headline Website Headline TwitterThe host of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area.
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On this special segment of The Full Ratchet, the following Investors are featured:
Sami Inkinen Heidi Roizen Phin UphamWe asked guests to discuss the factor that could cause the most disruption to the industry going forward and how that will change the next decade of venture.
The host of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area.
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Rusty Ralston and Jay Patil of Swell VC joins Nick to discuss Investing in "N-of-1" Companies, Focusing on Category Creators, How to Invest in AI While it’s at Peak Hype, and Using Recruiting as a Key Differentiator. In this episode we cover:
Assessing Category Creation and Founder Caliber Sector Potential and Investment Strategy Syndicate Structure and Fund Size Talent Model and Sync Playbook Market Conditions and Future Outlook Investing in AI and Navigating Hype Defensibility in AI and Future InvestmentsGuest Links:
Rusty’s LinkedIn Rusty’s X Jay’s X Jay’s LinkedIn Swell’s LinkedIn Swell’s WebsiteThe host of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area.
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On this special segment of The Full Ratchet, the following Investors are featured:
Katelin Holloway Adam Felesky Mike DroeschWe asked guests for the most important piece of advice that they'd share with folks early in their venture career.
The host of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area.
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Ted Seides of Capital Allocators joins Nick to discuss Lessons from Top Allocators, David Swensen’s Principles for Investment, Insights on Private Equity Deals, and What Strategies are Timeless vs. Fleeting. In this episode we cover:
Evolution of Private Equity and Its Role in the Economy Challenges and Opportunities in the Private Equity Industry Impact of David Swensen and His Philosophy Key Insights on Allocation and Alignment Team Structure and Decision-Making in Private Equity Innovative Models and Persistence in Private Equity Insights on Allocation of Time and ResourcesGuest Links:
Ted’s LinkedIn Ted’s Twitter/X Capital Allocator’s LinkedIn Ted’s podcast/Company Website Ted's book: Private Equity DealsThe host of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area.
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On this special segment of The Full Ratchet, the following Investors are featured:
Ambar Bhattacharyya Rick Heitzmann Alexa von TobelWe asked guests to discuss the most visionary founder that they've worked with and what makes them so special.
The hosts of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area.
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Justin Izzo of Dropbox DocSend joins Nick to discuss Founder's Guide to Raising Capital: Pitch Deck Insights, Macro Trends, and the Importance of Investor Metrics. In this episode we cover:
Key Metrics in Pitch Deck Activity Macro Economic Metrics and Their Impact on Pitch Deck Activity Trends in Investor Deck Interactions and Time Spent Advice for Founders on Pitch Deck Creation Investor Engagement with AI-Focused Pitches Founder Links Created and Their Implications Impact of VC Funding Trends on Startups Characteristics of Successful Founders and Regions Seasonality and Strategic Timing for Fundraising Advice for VCs Raising LP CapitalGuest Links:
Justin’s LinkedIn Dropbox Docsend’s LinkedInThe host of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area.
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On this special segment of The Full Ratchet, the following Investors are featured:
Ilya Strebulaev Jake Yormak Katelin HollowayWe asked guests to share the best question they've ever been asked by an allocator.
The hosts of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area.
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Jon Terbell and Ted Clark of FourBridge Partners joins Nick to discuss LP Insight on What Distinguishes the Good from Great VCs, Why VC Firms Fail, How to Mitigate Risk, and What to Look For When Metrics Mislead. In this episode we cover:
Challenges and Best Practices in Venture Capital Performance Metrics and Leading Indicators Risk Management and Portfolio Construction Importance of LP-GP Relationships Current Market Conditions and Future Outlook Advice for Emerging VCs and Aspiring VCsGuest Links:
Jon’s LinkedIn Ted's LinkedIn FourBridge’s LinkedIn FourBridge’s WebsiteThe host of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area.
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On this special segment of The Full Ratchet, the following Investors are featured:
Pejman Nozad James Joaquin Rick HeitzmannWe asked guests to tell the most important lesson they've learned in their career.
The hosts of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area.
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Bradley Tusk of Tusk Ventures joins Nick to discuss From Campaigns to Code: The Intersection of Tech, Politics, and Regulation. In this episode we cover:
Regulatory Challenges in the Tech Industry Gig Economy and Worker Classification Issues AI Regulation and Professional Licensure Autonomous Vehicles and Federal Regulation State-Level Regulation and AI Legislation Clean Energy and Climate Tech Investments Healthcare and Digital Health Investments Privacy and Social Media Regulation Venture Capital and Regulatory Environment Vote with Your Phone and Political EngagementGuest Links:
Bradley’s LinkedIn Tusk Venture's LinkedIn Tusk Holdings’ Website Tusk Venture's Twitter/X LINK TO BOOKThe host of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area.
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On this special segment of The Full Ratchet, the following Investors are featured:
Jake Yormak Ambar Bhattacharyya Katelin HollowayEach investor highlights a situation where they decided not to invest, why they passed, and how it played out.
The hosts of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area.
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David Garcia of Digitt joins Nick to discuss Building the AMEX of LATAM, Raising a $50M Debt Facility, Why Leaders Should Tend to Flowers Not Weeds, and How Creativity Can Lead to 80% Organic Consumer Acquisition. In this episode we cover:
Comparison to SoFi and American Express Business Model and Customer Retention Future Products and Market Strategy Debt Financing Process and Lessons Learned Customer Acquisition and Content Strategy Scarcity as a Superpower and Company Culture Mistakes in Team Management and Final AdviceGuest Links:
David’s LinkedIn David’s Twitter/X Digitt’s LinkedIn Digitt’s Website Digitt’s TiktokLinks Mentioned in This Episode:
Brunello Cucinelli interview Net Interest - Hey Big Spender Danny Meyer on Tim FerrissThe host of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area.
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On this special segment of The Full Ratchet, the following Investors are featured:
Todd Klein James Joaquin Adam FeleskyWe asked guests to discuss the factor that could cause the most disruption to the industry going forward and how that will change the next decade of venture.
The hosts of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area.
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Mike Whitmire of FloQast joins Nick to discuss Building and Scaling in Unsexy Spaces, The Next Generation of AI-Based Accounting, Backchanneling your Investors, and If the AI Hype Cycle is Bad for Venture. In this episode we cover:
FloQast's Product and Market Positioning Organizational North Star and Customer Persona Attracting Talent and Fundraising Struggles AI Integration and Future of Accounting Impact of AI on Venture FundingGuest Links:
Mike’s LinkedIn Mike’s Twitter/X FloQast Website FloQast LinkedInThe hosts of The Full Ratchet are Nick Moran and Nate Pierotti of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area.
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On this special segment of The Full Ratchet, the following Investors are featured:
Rob Rueckert Alan Patricof Ilya StrebulaevWe asked guests for the most important piece of advice that they'd share with folks early in their venture career.
The hosts of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area.
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Laura Chau of Canaan joins Nick to discuss Consumer Headwinds, Whether AI Revenue Catch up with Infra Spend, and Are Creative “Takeunders” the Solution to Lina Khan’s FTC Agenda. In this episode we cover:
Consumer Investing and Churn Customer Acquisition and Data Challenges AI Investment Framework and Opportunities AI Infrastructure and Revenue Gap Google's Agreement with Character.ai Non-AI Investment Areas and Founder PreferencesGuest Links:
Laura’s LinkedIn Laura’s Twitter/X Canaan’s LinkedIn Canaan’s WebsiteThe host of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area.
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On this special segment of The Full Ratchet, the following Investors are featured:
Ilya Strebulaev Pejman Nozad James JoaquinWe asked guests to discuss the most visionary founder that they've worked with and what makes them so special.
The hosts of The Full Ratchet are Nick Moran and Nate Pierotti of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area.
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