From Stand-Up Comedy to Venture Capital: Howard Lindzon's Unconventional Path to Success | 006

How would you feel if your worlds of comedy and venture capital collide? That’s a question Howard Lindzon has lived. In our latest podcast episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Howard, a unique blend of a stand-up comedy enthusiast turned venture capitalist, whose keen insights and intriguing career journey are nothing short of inspiring. With a knack for identifying promising startups, Howard's investment portfolio boasts of giants like Robinhood, Beehive, Manscaped, and Twitter. But it's not just about successful ventures. Howard takes us through the trials, the hits and misses, and the valuable lessons he has learned along the way. 

As the conversation unfurls, Howard's love for comedy shines through his investment strategies. We dive into stories of his time in the comedy business, the risks he took, and how that shaped his understanding of risk profiles in the world of venture capital. We also discuss the evolution of Wall Street valuations, the possible 'next big bang' in technology, and Howard's take on current investment options and business models. Of course, it's not all smooth sailing. In a particularly enlightening segment, Howard opens up about the dark moments in his journey, including when his broker-dealer was defrauded, and how he navigated the aftermath. 

We wrap things up with Howard's views on the power of self-learning and the importance of chasing passion over everything else. There's also a fascinating segment about a unique show concept Howard has for A24, combining his love for comedy, finance, and entrepreneurship. On the whole, this episode provides not only financial insights but also life lessons from a venture capitalist who, surprisingly, knows how to crack a joke or two. It's a captivating blend of humor, finance, and real-world wisdom! 

So, are you ready for a different kind of financial conversation? 

0:00 Financial Advice and Venture Capitalists
12:30 Dreams of Comedians and Career Transitions
18:31 Investing Evolution and Wall Street Valuations
26:27 The Next Big Bang
38:51 Investment Options and Business Models
46:10 Venture and Fashion Industry Trends
55:22 Lessons Learned From Entrepreneurship and Risk-Taking
1:08:45 Books, Self-Learning, and Financial Advice
1:16:07 Pitching a Show to Venture Capitalists

You can find Howard's book recs here: 
- Shoe Dog: https://amzn.to/45G64mj
- Open: Andre Agassi's Autobiography: https://amzn.to/46zvGm7
- Reminiscences of a Stock Operator: https://amzn.to/3tFA0l8

You can find Howard's X (Twitter) account here: https://twitter.com/howardlindzon

You can find Howard's companies here:
- Social Leverage: https://www.socialleverage.com/
- StockTwits: https://stocktwits.com/

You can find Howard's Blog here: https://www.howardlindzon.com/

You can find Howard's Podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jp2uPPcw18&list=PL9f6cXh3YFdCIk9rqcIET225LmOaMBO1X

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