Peter Diamandis, Chairman and CEO, X PRIZE Foundation -TWiST #315

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On today's episode @jason chats with Peter Diamandis, founder of the XPrize Foundation and Singularity University. The two debate what are some of the world's biggest problems. Topics include illiteracy, cancer, alzheimer's, and renewable energy. Peter explains the roots of his fascination with space and breaks down the requirements for acceptance into his Singularity University.

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Jeff Clavier founder and Managing Partner, SoftTech VC -TWiST #314

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It's our first TWiST Live! Jason travels to San Francisco to talk with Jeff Clavier in front of a live audience! The two talk about the current Venture Capital community and Jeff's experiences as a reputable investor.

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Walker Corporate Law Startup of the Week #16 - Matt Sandler

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On this episode of Walker Corporate Law's' Startup of the week, Jason talks with Chromatik co-founder Matt Sandler.

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Jason Goldberg of FAB-TWiST #313

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On this episode of TWiST Jason sits down with fab.com founder Jason Goldberg. They discuss what caused the pivot from social to e-commerce, the importance of design, and why Jason is kicking himself for passing on the opportunity to invest. Jason Calacanis on this show: "Listen to this episode twice, it was one of the best we've ever done!"

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News Roundtable with David Cohen and Kara Swisher-TWiST #312

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On today's episode, Jason chats with Kara Swisher of All Things D and David Cohen of TechStars. Their electric discussion starts off with Apple and Tim Cook, segways to Yahoo and its fleeting stance in the industry, and closes with a debate circling around the bout between TechStars and YCombinator. Enjoy!

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