Everyone Talks To Liz Claman

On this episode, Liz is joined by the Founder of Greycroft and Co-Founder & Chairman of Primetime Partners, Alan Patricof as they discuss his upbringing in New York City raised by immigrant parents, and his first job selling newspapers on the streets of New York. Alan reminisces on how he worked his way into the world of business and the early days of venture capitalism. Later, Alan shares what he wants readers to take away from his book No Red Lights: Reflections on Life, 50 Years in Venture Capital, and Never Driving Alone. Follow Liz on Twitter: @LizClaman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Liz sits down with Justin & Taylor Norris of the Low Impact Training (LIT) Method to discuss their new approach to fitness.Justin and Taylor share how their own athletic injuries formulated a foundation for them to form a fitness company focused on low impact training designed to build bodies, not break them. They note their rapid growth over only a few years, including starting a 'LIT Lab,' which has been invested in by rapper Jay-Z and other celebrities.Follow Liz on Twitter: @LizClaman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Liz sits down with risk management analyst and Chairman of Whalen Global Advisors, Chris Whalen to discuss the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and the eerie familiarity with the 2008 financial crisis.Chris reflects on how the FDIC and the Federal Reserve are responding to the collapse and offers advice for investors who are anxious about the future of the economy. Later, Chris and Liz reflect on how the economy has evolved since the 2008 financial crisis and the influence of inflation on the banking industry.Follow Liz Claman on Twitter: @LizClaman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Liz sits down with Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, and Investor, Sabrina Kay to discuss how she started a business teaching revolutionary computer software to fashion designers in an abandoned Los Angeles garage.  Sabrina reveals how she developed her business idea, managed to balance her career as a Korean immigrant and single mother, and was later able to sell the business for nine figures. Later, she shares how having a positive mindset contributed to her success, as well as capitalizing on the opportunities presented to her.Follow Liz Claman on Twitter: @LizClaman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Liz revisits a conversation with Real Estate Contributor and Host of Mansion Global on the FOX Business Network Katrina Campins to discuss how she got the real estate "bug" at the young age of 17 and how she's grown her success throughout her career.Katrina reflects on the Cuban American immigrant spirit her parents passed down to her, which led her to persist in the rigorous training to become a top real estate agent. Later, she shares her read on today’s real estate market and talks about the strength of creating one's own destiny.Follow Liz on Twitter: @LizClaman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Liz sits down with former CEO and founding team member of MTV Networks & current Chairman and CEO of iHeartMedia, Bob Pittman to discuss his amazing career path. Bob shares stories of his upbringing in Mississippi during the 1950s and 60s, revealing how he stumbled upon a radio job when he was 15 years old. Later, he reminisces on his role at MTV Networks, his recent work as CEO of iHeartMedia, and how chasing “fun things” has shaped his career.Follow Liz on Twitter: @LizClaman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Liz sits down with former Lead vocalist of Journey, Steve Augeri for a conversation about his incredible career journey as a musician and the personal struggles he faced on his path to success. Steve shares how he transitioned from working as a maintenance employee at GAP, to auditioning for Journey, reflecting on the encouragement and support he received from mentors and family members. Later, he reveals his struggle with various health issues, how he has recovered, and where he is in his musical career today.Follow Liz on Twitter: @LizClaman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Liz sits down with former FOX News Correspondent, Rick Leventhal to discuss his new book, Chasing Catastrophe: My 35 Years Covering Wars, Hurricanes, Terror Attacks, and Other Breaking News. Rick recalls his time working at FOX News covering the terror attacks on September 11th, reporting from Afghanistan and being on the scene during some of the worst hurricanes that hit the country. Later, he shares how much he’s enjoying hosting a podcast with his wife and reality TV star, Kelly Dodd.Follow Liz on Twitter: @LizClaman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Liz sits down with CEO & Co-Founder of Avenue Capital Group and co-owner of the NBA's winning Milwaukee Bucks Marc Lasry for a conversation about how he became a self-made billionaire. Marc shares the difficulties he faced moving to the United States from Morocco as a child that didn't speak English. He details his journey from driving for UPS, going to law school, to finally joining an investment firm which led him to his success in the financial industry today. Follow Liz on Twitter: @LizClaman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Liz sits down with Artist Manager, Music Executive, Entrepreneur, and father to superstars Beyoncé and Solange, Mathew Knowles, to discuss what obstacles he had to overcome before and after achieving incredible success.Mathew shares how he side-railed his own by quitting his job at Xerox to manage his daughters' musical careers, a move that chopped their family income in half. He expresses his admiration for their talent and explains that the number one trait of success is to practice just as hard as the performance. Later, he details his battle with racism and male breast cancer.Follow Liz on Twitter: @LizClaman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices