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On the latest episode of 20 Minute Playbook, we interview the Founder & General Partner at Susa Ventures, Leo Polovets. We decode what he’s learned along the way, from his latest fascination to his favorite books, all in 20 minutes.

On the latest episode of Outlier Investors, we decode how Susa Ventures is building the next great seed-stage venture capital firm.

Listen as we decode how Emi Gal tracks more than 150 different biomarkers, what he’s learned doing an Annual Challenge for the last 14 years, why he’s focused on achieving peak health by 40, how to become more disciplined, and more. Emi Gal is the Founder & CEO of Ezra, which is bringing fast and affordable cancer screening to everyone.

Learn Public’s playbook for finding product market fit, achieving viral growth, building a multi-sided product, as well as their unique approach for driving accountability and ownership across their team.

Learn how Ezra has built the world’s first fast, accurate, and affordable way to screen for cancer everywhere in the body. All by harnessing the power of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) along with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to drive the cost of screening down by 80% and the time required to get screened by 66%.

Listen as we decode how Emi Gal tracks more than 150 different biomarkers, what he’s learned doing an Annual Challenge for the last 14 years, why he’s focused on achieving peak health by 40, how to become more disciplined, and more. Emi Gal is the Founder & CEO of Ezra, which is bringing fast and affordable cancer screening to everyone.

Kettle & Fire, Perfect Keto, and Surely Wine all have something in common. They were founded by Justin Mares and built-to-own an emerging health and wellness trend—from drinking more bone broth to making the move to a keto diet, or to deciding to drink only non-alcoholic beverages.

Justin Mares has a knack for identifying trends and building D2C businesses to own them—including Kettle & Fire, Perfect Keto, and Surely Wine. Learn how he identifies trends, why he focuses on just 6 tasks each day, how he gets in 25+ minutes of exercise with tiny 5-minute mini workouts during the day, and more.

Learn how to unlock your originality and awaken your creative genius as we break down The Laws of Creativity by Joey Cofone, award-winning designer and Founder & CEO of the much loved “Tools for Thinkers” brand Baronfig.

Listen as we decode daily disciplines, favorite books, favorite Baronfig products, and more with Joey Cofone, Founder & CEO of Baronfig and author of The Laws of Creativity. We also cover the best advice he’s been given by mentors as both a founder and author.

Learn the art of category creation and why it’s your key to avoiding infinite competition as we break down Snow Leopard by Category Pirates.

Listen as we decode favorite books, writing tools, and the advice he’d give his younger self with Nicolas Cole, Co-Founder of Ship 30 for 30 and Category Pirates. We also cover why all great writing changes the reader and how to endure the boring things that are required for success in anything.

In Episode #138, we explore building and scaling a fulfillment business with handcrafted algorithms. We’re joined by Jivko Bojinov, ShipBob’s Co-Founder. We cover the challenges of a fulfillment business, ShipBob’s custom warehouse algorithms, and the importance of transparency with staff and customers alike.

In Episode #137, we deconstruct Jivko Bojinov's peak performance playbook—from his favorite book to the tiny habit that's had the biggest impact on his life. Jivko Bojinov is the Co-Founder of ShipBob. We cover falling in love with the problem, inspiration from pro tennis, and maximizing learning early in your career.

In Episode #136, we explore AgeTech and investing in the future of how we age. We’re joined by Abby Miller Levy, Primetime Partners’s Managing Partner and Co-Founder. We cover becoming an accidental investor, the compelling white space in the senior market, and ending ageism.

In Episode #135, we deconstruct Abby Miller Levy's peak performance playbook—from her favorite book to the tiny habit that's had the biggest impact on her life. Abby Miller Levy is the Managing Partner & Co-Founder of Primetime Partners. We cover the hundred year life, lessons from Alan Patricof, and the nonlinear career path.

In Episode #133, we explore achieving peak performance through experimentation. We’re joined by Chris Sparks, author of Experiment Without Limits and Founder of Forcing Function. We cover productivity vs. peak performance, eliminating dissonance between goals and reality, and writing your personal vision statement.

In Episode #134, we deconstruct Chris Sparks's peak performance playbook—from his favorite book to the tiny habit that's had the biggest impact on his life. Chris Sparks is the author of Experiment Without Limits. We cover applying game theory to life, maintaining systems, and the self-signaling effect.

In Episode #132, we deconstruct Ben Blumenrose's peak performance playbook—from his favorite book to the tiny habit that's had the biggest impact on his life. Ben Blumenrose is the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Designer Fund. We cover how AI might affect designers, the business value of design, and learning from science fiction.

In Episode #131, we explore building the world’s first design centric venture capital firm. We’re joined by Ben Blumenrose, Designer Fund’s Co-Founder and Managing Partner. We cover the Designer Fund algorithm, the core qualities of great startups, and how designers can add value as investors.

In Episode #130, we deconstruct Robert Cantwell's peak performance playbook—from their favorite book to the tiny habit that's had the biggest impact on their life. Robert is the Founder of Upholdings and Portfolio Manager of Compound Kings. We cover longevity in investing, source documents, and learning from fintwit.

In Episode #129, Robert Cantwell, Founder & Portfolio Manager of Compound Kings joins us as part of our Outlier Investors series. We discuss the biggest lessons that Robert has learned as an investor and portfolio manager, the top positions in the fund today, and the future of active management.

In Episode #128, we deconstruct Andrew Herr's peak performance playbook—from his favorite book to the tiny habit that's had the biggest impact on his life. Andrew is the Founder and CEO of Fount. We cover how the brain acts under stress, commonalities of peak performance, and simple health experiments anyone can try.

In Episode #127, we explore bringing performance secrets from Navy SEALs to the public. We’re joined by Andrew Herr, Fount’s Founder and CEO. We cover human performance and biotech strategy, the limitations of military power for political goals, and using experiments to improve performance.

In Episode #126, we deconstruct Saad Alam's peak performance playbook—from his favorite book to the tiny habit that's had the biggest impact on his life. Saad is the Founder and CEO of Hone. We cover radical transparency, daily gratitude, and constructing a purposeful life.

In Episode #125, we explore testosterone replacement therapy and building a telehealth company. We’re joined by Saad Alam, Hone Health’s Founder and CEO. We cover the basics of testosterone, the future of health management, and learnings from building a telehealth company.

In Episode #124, we deconstruct Andrew Carter's peak performance playbook—from their favorite book to the tiny habit that's had the biggest impact on their life. Andrew is the Co-Founder & CEO of Smallhold. We cover eliminating the ego, building around community, and creating lasting relationships.

In Episode #123, we deconstruct Steve Vassallo's peak performance playbook—from his favorite book to the tiny habit that's had the biggest impact on his life. Steve is General Partner at Foundation Capital. We cover translating non-human languages, enlightened procrastination, and his insatiable curiosity.

In Episode #122, we explore growing the world’s best mushrooms in high-tech mini-farms. We’re joined by Andrew Carter, Smallhold’s Co-Founder & CEO. We cover the science and complexities of mushrooms, the concept of distributed farming, and how Smallhold is aiming to revamp the food industry.

In Episode #121, we deconstruct Adrian Aoun's peak performance playbook—from their favorite book to the tiny habit that's had the biggest impact on their life. Adrian Aoun is the CEO and Founder of Forward. We cover why medical wearables don’t work, focusing on impact, and creating companies that can change the world.

In Episode #120, we explore reinventing a well-established venture capital firm. We’re joined by Steve Vassallo, General Partner at Foundation Capital. We cover Minimum Awesome Product, the prepared mind vs. open mind, and learnings from tearing down and rebuilding an investment firm.

In Episode #119, we deconstruct Michael Brandt's peak performance playbook—from his favorite book to the tiny habit that's had the biggest impact on his life. Michael is the Co-Founder and CEO of HVMN and Ketone IQ. We cover barefoot running, creating brand synesthesia, and the magic of walking.

In Episode #118, we explore healthcare as a product rather than a service. We’re joined by Adrian Aoun, Forward’s CEO and Founder, and we cover why healthcare should be a product, not a service, being problem-oriented as a founder, and why the health insurance industry is destined to fall.

In Episode #117, we deconstruct Adam Nash's peak performance playbook—from his favorite book to the tiny habit that's had the biggest impact on his life. Adam is the Co-Founder and CEO of Daffy. We cover the importance of brutal prioritization, lessons from mentors and books, and being a leader as an engineer.

In Episode #116, we explore metabolic health with ketones. We’re joined by Michael Brandt, HVMN and Ketone-IQ’s Co-Founder and CEO. We cover the basics of ketones, iterating on product, and the company’s $6 million contract with Navy SEALs.

In Episode #115, we deconstruct Milind Mehere's peak performance playbook—from their favorite book to the tiny habit that's had the biggest impact on their life. Milind Mehere is the Founder and CEO of Yieldstreet. We cover the ABCDE of building a company, the importance of gratitude, and the impact of blockchain on private markets.

In Episode #114, we explore building a modern charitable giving platform. We’re joined by Adam Nash, Daffy’s Co-Founder and CEO, and we cover donor-advised funds, getting kids involved in charity, and philosophies on angel investing.

In Episode #113, we’re joined by Mo Islam, Payload’s Co-Founder. We cover lessons we can learn from the Apollo space era, why killing them with kindness is the best option, and why founders should stay focused on what they love.

In Episode #112, we explore building an alternative investment platform across income, equity, and real estate. We’re joined by Milind Mehere, Yieldstreet’s Founder and CEO. We cover the entrepreneurial spirit, building a portfolio of liquidity, and why you should invest in private markets.

In Episode #111, we deconstruct Illia Polosukhin's peak performance playbook—from his favorite book to the tiny habit that's had the biggest impact on his life. Illia is the co-founder of NEAR Protocol and Unchain Fund. We cover why context switching is a necessary skill for founders, Illia’s recommended books, and the nuance of the Russian language in writing.

In Episode #110, we explore building a media brand to cover the business and policy of space. We’re joined by Mo Islam, Payload’s Co-Founder, who talks with us about becoming the number one resource for space industry news. We cover everything from lowering the costs of space travel to why we are in the middle of the next space race.

Alex Simon is CEO and Co-Founder of Elude, a travel app that allows users to discover new destinations based on timing and budget. In this episode, Alex and Daniel discuss mentors, favorite books, and daily meditation.

In Episode #108, we explore building NEAR, a layer-one blockchain that’s incredibly fast, has very low transaction fees, and is climate neutral. We’re joined by Illia Polosukhin, NEAR’s Co-Founder, who discusses why proof of stake beats proof of work, how NEAR approached scaling, and the process of moving from a centralized team to a decentralized community.

Alex Simon is CEO and Co-Founder of Elude, a travel app that allows users to discover new destinations based on timing and budget. In this episode, Alex and Daniel dive deep into building and scaling a business in the notoriously difficult travel industry.

Howie Schwab is Lead Portfolio Manager for Emerging Markets Growth at Driehaus Capital. In this episode, Howie and Daniel discuss regime shifts in the market and obsessing over failures.

Gokul Rajaram is an angel investor and Product and Business Helper at DoorDash. In this episode, Gokul and Daniel discuss crypto, international investing, and habits and routines.

Howie Schwab is Lead Portfolio Manager for Emerging Markets Growth at Driehaus Capital. In this episode, Howie and Daniel discuss the lure of emerging markets and investing with a behavioral focus in mind.

Gokul Rajaram is an angel investor and Product and Business Helper at DoorDash. In this episode, Gokul and Daniel discuss product management and decision making.

Andrew Jamison is CEO and Co-Founder of Extend, a virtual credit card platform. In this episode, Andrew and Daniel discuss building diverse and cohesive teams and the definition of success.

Alex Rubalcava is Partner of Stage Venture Partners, a pre-Seed and Seed stage venture capital firm that invests in emerging software technology for business-to-business markets. In this episode, Alex and Daniel discuss the coming energy transition and advice for founders and investors.

Andrew Jamison is CEO and Co-Founder of Extend, a virtual credit card platform. In this episode, Andrew and Daniel discuss the importance of frictionless onboarding and the evolution of the embedded payments space.

Listen as we decode conviction vs opinions, Worm’s two-step research process, favorite books, and more with Eric Markowitz, Worm Capital’s Head of Research. We also cover why it’s essential to slow down the research process and decouple research from making investment decisions.

Alex Rubalcava is Partner of Stage Venture Partners, a pre-Seed and Seed stage venture capital firm that invests in emerging software technology for business-to-business markets. In this episode, Alex and Daniel discuss deep tech investing and the importance of patience and long-term ownership.

Ben Boyer is Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of R-Zero and Managing Director at Tenaya Capital. In this episode, Ben and Daniel discuss investing through market cycles and how to be a great board member.

Eric Markowitz is Director of Research of Worm Capital, an investment firm focused on technology innovation and disruption. In this episode, Eric and Daniel discuss Worm’s investing algorithm and maintaining optimism and open-mindedness in investing.

Brian Scudamore is Founder and CEO of O2E Brands, which focuses on home services such as 1-800-GOT-JUNK? And Wow 1 Day Painting. In this episode, Brian and Daniel discuss the power of branding and systematic approaches to business.

Ben Boyer is Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of R-Zero and Managing Director at Tenaya Capital. In this episode, Ben and Daniel discuss slowing the spread of pathogens and utilizing the Internet of Things.

Edward Sullivan is CEO and Managing Partner of Velocity Coaching, an executive coaching firm that helps founders scale their businesses. In this episode, Edward and Daniel discuss routines, successes, and failures.

Brian Scudamore is Founder and CEO of O2E Brands, which focuses on home services such as 1-800-GOT-JUNK? And Wow 1 Day Painting. In this episode, Brian and Daniel discuss creating a franchise and the power of a strong brand.

Alexandra Zatarain is Co-Founder and VP of Brand and Marketing at Eight Sleep, a sleep fitness brand. In this episode, Alexandra and Daniel discuss the sleep routines, advice for founders, and recommended resources.

Edward Sullivan is CEO and Managing Partner of Velocity Coaching, an executive coaching firm that helps founders scale their businesses. In this episode, Edward and Daniel discuss the journey of leadership coaching and how to lead with heart.

Alexandra Zatarain is Co-Founder and VP of Brand and Marketing at Eight Sleep, a sleep fitness brand. In this episode, Alexandra and Daniel discuss the benefits and pitfalls of working on a physical product, category creation, and sleep fitness as a brand and movement.

Jessica Schaefer is CEO and Founder of Bevel, a strategic communications firm with a portfolio in fintech and venture capital, as well as CCO of Acorns. In this episode, Jessica and Daniel discuss habits, routines, and inspirations.

Mike Clare is Founder and CEO of Mood Health, an online platform providing psychiatry, talk therapy, and medication management for depression and anxiety. In this episode, Mike and Daniel discuss Mike’s work at Juxtapose and his habits and routines.

Mike Clare is Founder and CEO of Mood Health, an online platform providing psychiatry, talk therapy, and medication management for depression and anxiety. In this episode, Mike and Daniel discuss the pain points of traditional mental health care and how Mood aims to alleviate them.

Robbie Bent is CEO and Co-Founder of Othership, a platform for breathwork, connection, and mental wellness. In this episode, Robbie and Daniel discuss habits, routines, and inspirations.

Jessica Schaefer is Founder of Bevel, a strategic communications firm with a portfolio in fintech and venture capital, as well as CCO of Acorns. In this episode, Jessica and Daniel discuss building executive profiles, crafting a company narrative, and why PR is a smart investment.

Brett Goldstein is Co-Founder of Launch House, a private community focused on connecting and supporting top entrepreneurs. In this episode, Brett and Daniel discuss habits, routines, and inspirations.

Robbie Bent is CEO and Co-Founder of Othership, a platform for breathwork, connection, and mental wellness. In this episode, Robbie and Daniel discuss creating and scaling a physical business, advice for high achievers, and the pitfalls of comparison.

Luke Gromen is CEO and Founder of FFTT, a macroeconomic research firm. In this episode, Luke and Daniel discuss habits, routines, and inspirations.

Brett Goldstein is Co-Founder of Launch House, a private community focused on connecting and supporting top entrepreneurs. In this episode, Brett and Daniel discuss innovation, the future of education, and vibes as a moat.

Mike Sall is Co-Founder of Goldfinch, a decentralized credit platform for crypto loans without collateral. In this episode, Mike and Daniel discuss habits, routines, and inspirations.

Luke Gromen is CEO and Founder of FFTT, a macroeconomic research firm. In this episode, Luke and Daniel discuss interpreting investment data, the current financial climate, and perspectives on inflation.

Mike Sall is Co-Founder of Goldfinch, a decentralized credit platform for crypto loans without collateral. In this episode, Mike and Daniel discuss borrowing in crypto, learnings from Coinbase, and why raising capital in emerging markets is so difficult.

Joey Krug is Co-CIO at Pantera Capital and Cofounder at Augur and Eco. In this episode, Joey and Daniel discuss habits, routines, and inspirations.

Jason Crawford is Founder and CEO of The Roots of Progress, a nonprofit dedicated to establishing a new philosophy of progress for the 21st century. In this episode, Jason and Daniel discuss habits, routines, and inspirations.

Joey Krug is Co-CIO at Pantera Capital and Cofounder at Augur and Eco. In this episode, Joey and Daniel discuss investing in volatile markets, perspectives on risk, and the future of prediction markets.

Mercedes Bent is a Partner at Lightspeed Venture Partners. In this episode, Mercedes and Daniel discuss learning cycles, cultivating happiness, and the definition of success.

Jason Crawford is Founder and CEO of The Roots of Progress, a nonprofit dedicated to establishing a new philosophy of progress for the 21st century. In this episode, Jason and Daniel discuss the great stagnation, the speed of innovation, and progress studies.

Delian Asparouhov is Co-Founder of Varda Space Industries and Principal at Founders Fund. In this episode, Delian and Daniel discuss optimism in investing and problem solving with space manufacturing.

Chris Zarou is Founder and CEO of Visionary Music Group. In this episode, Chris and Daniel discuss serendipity, bootstrapping, and the similarities between music and investing.

Chris Zarou is Founder and CEO of Visionary Music Group. In this episode, First and Daniel discuss emotional intelligence, morning exercise, and the definition of success.

Jacob Helberg is the author of The Wires of War: Technology and the Global Struggle for Power. In this episode, Jacob and Daniel discuss geopolitics, the physical infrastructure of the internet, and how the US can work to preserve democracy.

Jacob Helberg is the author of The Wires of War: Technology and the Global Struggle for Power. In this episode, Jacob and Daniel discuss investing in tech, habits and routines, and the definition of success.

Marshall Haas is co-founder of Peel, Shepherd, and Need/Want. In this episode, Marshall and Daniel discuss running a physical product business and solving long-term problems.

Marshall Haas is co-founder of Peel, Shepherd, and Need/Want. In this episode, Marshall and Daniel discuss habits, routines, and inspirations.

Dana Dunford is CEO and Cofounder of Hemlane, an online property management platform. In this episode, Dana and Daniel discuss property management technology, the co-founder dynamic, and advice for founders.

Dana Dunford is CEO and Cofounder of Hemlane, an online property management platform. In this episode, Dana and Daniel discuss habits, influences, and life lessons.

Rachel Sanders is CEO and Co-founder of Rootine, a personalized micronutrient subscription service. In part one of this episode, Rachel and Daniel discuss data-driven health, how the vitamin and supplement industry is broken, and advice for founders.

Rachel Sanders is CEO and Co-founder of Rootine, a personalized micronutrient subscription service. In this episode, Rachel and Daniel discuss data-driven health, recommended books and tools, and the definition of success.

Marc Champagne is author of Personal Socrates: Questions That Will Upgrade Your Life from Legends & World-Class Performers. In part one of this episode, Marc and Daniel discuss the Socratic method, the writing process, and Marc’s self-reflection routine.

Marc Champagne is author of Personal Socrates: Questions That Will Upgrade Your Life from Legends & World-Class Performers. In this episode, Marc and Daniel discuss Marc’s favorite books, tools, and self-reflection habits.

James Currier is General Partner of NFX, an early stage venture capital firm with a focus on startups with potential for network effects. In part one of this episode, James and Daniel discuss the difference between virality and network effects, investing in networks effects businesses, and advice for founders.

James Currier is General Partner of NFX, an early stage venture capital firm with a focus on startups with potential for network effects. In this bonus episode, James and Daniel discuss James’ inspirations and habits.

Vivek Sodera is Co-Founder of Superhuman, which strives to be the fastest email client in the world. In part one of this episode, Vivek and Daniel discuss the role of the non-CEO co-founder, empathy in leadership, and learning from failure.

Vivek Sodera is Co-Founder of Superhuman, which strives to be the fastest email client in the world. In this bonus episode, Vivek and Daniel discuss strengths, struggles, and recommended books

Dave Eisenberg is Founding Partner at Zigg Capital, a venture capital firm investing in real estate and construction technology. In part one of this episode, Dave and Daniel discuss innovations in real estate technology, investing in talent, and the future of physical retail.

Dave Eisenberg is Founding Partner at Zigg Capital, a venture capital firm investing in real estate and construction technology. In this bonus episode, Dave and Daniel discuss the habits and routines that help keep Dave focused.

David McDonough is Founder/CEO of Commonstock, a social platform that amplifies insights from top investors. In part one of this episode, David and Daniel discuss the future of social investing.

David McDonough is Founder/CEO of Commonstock, a social platform that amplifies insights from top investors. In this bonus episode, David and Daniel discuss habits and tools, from nightly runs to the Eisenhower Matrix.