Episodios

  • The Future of Community Investment with Wefunder

    The Future of Community Investment with Wefunder
    Jul 29 2024
    Meet Nick Tommarello, the visionary founder and CEO of Wefunder, to explore the world of community investment and equity crowdfunding. Wefunder empowers startups by allowing everyday people to invest as little as $100 in high-growth businesses, breaking down traditional barriers and democratizing access to entrepreneurial success. In this conversation, you'll learn about the regulatory challenges and triumphs, and the inspiring success stories of startups that have flourished thanks to community support. Nick shares the importance of compliance, the role of the community in investment decisions, and the future of democratized entrepreneurship. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or an investor looking for new opportunities, Wefunder is transforming the way we think about investment, community, and the future of startups. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vWYn_C9PuGw Follow Nick Tommarello: https://twitter.com/nicktommarello | https://wefunder.com/ Follow Andrew Yang: https://andrewyang.com | https://twitter.com/andrewyang Get 50% off Factor at https://factormeals.com/yang50 Get an extra 3 months free at https://expressvpn.com/yang Get 20% off + 2 free pillows at https://helixsleep.com/yang code helixpartner20 ---- Subscribe to Forward: Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1508035243 Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/25cFfnG3lGuypTerKDxKia To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    45 m
  • From Battlefield to Ballot: A Veteran's Independent Bid for Congress

    From Battlefield to Ballot: A Veteran's Independent Bid for Congress
    Jul 22 2024
    In this episode, Special Forces veteran and Harvard graduate Shelane Etchison discusses her inspiring journey from the battlefield to the political arena as an independent candidate for North Carolina's 9th Congressional District. Drawing on her experiences in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Syria, where she worked with Kurdish women fighters to combat ISIS, Shelane emphasizes the power of an independent swing vote and the need for strong, principled leadership. With her unique background and commitment to electoral reform, Shelane offers a refreshing alternative to the traditional two-party system, aiming to unite Americans across the political spectrum. Tune in to hear about Shelane's groundbreaking role in a pioneering military program, her pursuit of dual degrees from Harvard, and her captivating vision for revitalizing American politics. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_a2VCqBqIDs Follow Shelane Etchison: https://x.com/ShelaneEtchison | https://etchisonforcongress.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/shelaneforcongress Follow Andrew Yang: https://andrewyang.com | https://twitter.com/andrewyang Get 50% off Factor at https://factormeals.com/yang50 Get an extra 3 months free at https://expressvpn.com/yang Get 20% off + 2 free pillows at https://helixsleep.com/yang code helixpartner20 ---- Subscribe to Forward: Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1508035243 Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/25cFfnG3lGuypTerKDxKia To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    45 m
  • Early Detection Revolution: How a Simple Scan Could Save Your Life

    Early Detection Revolution: How a Simple Scan Could Save Your Life
    Jul 15 2024
    Prenuvo's groundbreaking approach to transforming healthcare addresses the limitations of the current reactive system, which often leads to late diagnoses of severe conditions. Andrew Lacy, CEO of Prenuvo, shares how their cutting-edge MRI technology offers comprehensive whole-body scans capable of detecting early-stage diseases like cancer and aneurysms. Priced at $2,499, these scans promise to become more affordable with advancements in technology and operational scale. Hear about the seamless patient experience, which even includes watching Netflix during the scan. This episode highlights the potential for Prenuvo's proactive screenings to revolutionize health management, offering detailed insights that promote early diagnosis, better health outcomes, and ultimately, peace of mind. Don't miss your chance to have your question featured on an upcoming episode - send us your voice and text questions to mailbag@andrewyang.com! Get $300 off your Prenuvo scan today at the following link: https://prenuvo.com/?discount=forward Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/0jGC42iGR_M Follow Andrew Lacy: https://x.com/andrewlacy | https://www.prenuvo.com/ Follow Andrew Yang: https://andrewyang.com | https://twitter.com/andrewyang Get 50% off Factor at https://factormeals.com/yang50 Get an extra 3 months free at https://expressvpn.com/yang Get 20% off + 2 free pillows at https://helixsleep.com/yang code helixpartner20 Subscribe to Forward: Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1508035243 Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/25cFfnG3lGuypTerKDxKia To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    35 m
  • Building a Better Future: The Universal Basic Income Solution

    Building a Better Future: The Universal Basic Income Solution
    Jul 8 2024
    Conrad Shaw and Scott Santens, founders of the Income To Support All Foundation (ITSA), share their journey in supporting various UBI initiatives, highlighting personal stories and the challenges faced, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Does the U.S. economy generate enough wealth per capita to eradicate poverty through UBI? What happened to the Child Tax Credit, which had cut childhood poverty in half? Understanding UBI's benefits comes from experiencing it firsthand, contrasting it with welfare programs, and anticipating the massive economic shifts that Artificial Intelligence will affect in both white and blue collar jobs. Explore Conrad and Scott's experiences in creating the Bootstraps documentary series, which chronicles families receiving UBI and showcases its positive impacts over several years. Lastly, learn about Comingle, a mutual aid platform where community members support each other financially based on weekly income fluctuations. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/N-7zQ2gZI8A Follow Conrad Shaw: https://x.com/theubiguy | https://www.comingle.us/ Follow Scott Santens: https://twitter.com/scottsantens | https://www.instagram.com/scottsantens Follow Andrew Yang: https://twitter.com/andrewyang | https://andrewyang.com Get 50% off Factor at https://factormeals.com/yang50 Get an extra 3 months free at https://expressvpn.com/yang Get 20% off + 2 free pillows at https://helixsleep.com/yang code helixpartner20 ---- Subscribe to Forward: Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1508035243 Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/25cFfnG3lGuypTerKDxKia To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    56 m
  • Analyzing the "Debate for the Ages," Leadership and Future Implications

    Analyzing the "Debate for the Ages," Leadership and Future Implications
    Jul 1 2024
    After a dismal debate performance by Joe Biden last week, Andrew and Zach discuss the potential fallout of support, panic within the Democratic Party, and future implications. They explore the possibility of nominating an alternative candidate and what a contested convention might entail in August. Hear Andrew and Zach's perspective on the debate, campaigning for Minnesota Congressman Dean Phillips, and whether passing the torch is the best bet for defeating Trump in November. Will Washington DC become a town of leaders or followers? Can courage and common sense prevail over careerism and cowardice? Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/jDTjMoPxsZY Follow Zach Graumann: https://twitter.com/Zach_Graumann | https://amzn.to/4axjVhq Follow Andrew Yang: https://andrewyang.com | https://twitter.com/andrewyang Get 50% off Factor at https://factormeals.com/yang50 Get an extra 3 months free at https://expressvpn.com/yang Get 20% off + 2 free pillows at https://helixsleep.com/yang code helixpartner20 Subscribe to Forward: Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1508035243 Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/25cFfnG3lGuypTerKDxKia To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    42 m
  • Crossing America in an RV: Surprising Truths About Our Divided Nation

    Crossing America in an RV: Surprising Truths About Our Divided Nation
    Jun 24 2024
    Join us on a journey across America, where Bloomberg editor and author Frank Barry takes you through the heart of American democracy. In this episode, Frank shares his adventure of driving an RV along the historic Lincoln Highway, exploring the diverse landscapes and people from all walks of life. Discover how his conversations with everyday Americans revealed surprising insights about our shared struggles and hopes. Learn about the origins of the Lincoln Highway, the first transcontinental route in the U.S., and how it served as a metaphor for connecting with the American spirit. This episode delves into the profound questions of what divides us and what can bring us together. See how Frank and his wife navigated their journey, what they discovered about the country, and why there's still hope for unity amidst division. Want to have your questions answered directly by Andrew on the podcast? Send us your text or voice recordings to mailbag@andrewyang.com! Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/sNb9PmGLfXQ Follow Frank Barry: https://x.com/FSBarry | https://www.bloomberg.com/opinion/authors/ARv2G4EWOmk/frank-barry Follow Andrew Yang: https://andrewyang.com | https://twitter.com/andrewyang Get 50% off Factor at https://factormeals.com/yang50 Get an extra 3 months free at https://expressvpn.com/yang Get 20% off + 2 free pillows at https://helixsleep.com/yang code helixpartner20 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    40 m
  • Empowering America's Future Entrepreneurs & Leaders

    Empowering America's Future Entrepreneurs & Leaders
    Jun 17 2024
    Venture for America (VFA) is a nonprofit entrepreneurial career accelerator founded by Andrew Yang in 2011. Its mission is to recruit talented young people to become entrepreneurs and leaders in growth companies, creating new jobs and opportunities nationwide. Learn about VFA's new CEO, Carrie Murphy, and her unique approach to identifying and nurturing talent. Explore strategies for supporting the next generation of builders and leaders, and how VFA plans to address future challenges, like communities losing vital legacy businesses without succession plans. Have a question for Andrew? Send us your questions to mailbag@andrewyang.com to hear your question answered on the show! Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Pdsb35vqH64 Want to learn more? Check out VFA Pulse on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2q9oQeTvoe8kQ07iJhh1Ge Check out Generation Startup, which features VFA in 2016, available now on Amazon Prime Video: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B07WP6SD8T/ Follow Carrie Murphy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-murphy-8a8948a/ | https://ventureforamerica.org/ Follow Andrew Yang: https://andrewyang.com | https://twitter.com/andrewyang Get 50% off Factor at https://factormeals.com/yang50 Get an extra 3 months free at https://expressvpn.com/yang Get 20% off + 2 free pillows at https://helixsleep.com/yang code helixpartner20 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    48 m
  • The Future of Ranked Choice Voting

    The Future of Ranked Choice Voting
    Jun 10 2024
    Roughly 75% of Americans feel that our country is not working for them. How do we achieve structural democratic reform that gets our government working again for the American people? Meredith Sumpter, the new CEO of FairVote, details how Ranked Choice Voting is the key to unlocking the political gridlock and empowering voters to have real voice and real choice in selecting more accountable and responsive elected officials. Find out how Ranked Choice Voting has become the highest ROI endeavor to solving some of the biggest issues like climate change, homelessness and much more. Plus, send us your questions for our special Q&A episode to mailbag@andrewyang.com! Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DQxtfSbYIDM Follow Meredith Sumpter: https://x.com/MeredithSumpter | https://fairvote.org/staff/meredith-sumpter/ Follow Andrew Yang: https://andrewyang.com | https://twitter.com/andrewyang Get 50% off Factor at https://factormeals.com/yang50 Get an extra 3 months free at https://expressvpn.com/yang Get 20% off + 2 free pillows at https://helixsleep.com/yang code helixpartner20 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    43 m