Former VC giant, Fred Destin, discusses his decision to pause on venture capital and his journey of personal introspection. They explore the rise of new VC funds, the challenges of running a firm and raising funds, and the importance of self-awareness and humility in the industry. They also touch on the value of personal growth, trust, and transparency, as well as the challenges and opportunities brought by AI and new technology waves.

Fred Destin, founder of Stride Venture Capital, discusses the importance of building trust with your co-founder and the art of handling chaos in startups. He emphasizes the significance of well-designed company values and co-designing with users. Fred also talks about defining work/life balance, avoiding burnout, and the importance of cash liquidity for startups.

Fred Destin, a venture capitalist, discusses the state of the current market, challenges in VC, and the role of religion. Topics include erosion of democracy, mental health crisis, and climate change. Emphasis on reintroducing humans and community. Also, reflection on the role of religion in society and personal exploration of the human experience.

Mike Reiner, General Partner at 432 Legacy, integrates coaching into investment strategies, promoting personal development in venture capital. Fred Destin from Stride discusses enhancing trust in VC-founder dynamics. Rupda emphasizes the transformative power of deep work retreats for stress relief. They explore how inner work fosters emotional resilience, improves leadership effectiveness, and strengthens relationships within the tech community. The conversation also touches on the importance of mindfulness and the role of shared experiences in healing.

In this roundtable discussion on the impact of AI on VC, top European investors explore the real secrets behind the transformation of the VC landscape. Topics include the biggest venture opportunities in AI, AI's influence on incumbents vs. startups, strategies to avoid hype cycles, and the societal impact of AI.