

Business Podcast by Roohi | VC, Startups
Roohi Kazi
Business Podcast by Roohi an audio based interview style podcast where I chat with thought leaders, Venture Capitalists, creators, founders, entrepreneurs. About a wide range of topics from investment thesis to start up space.
It's a podcast for creators, makers, builders, doers, business people and Venture capital enthusiasts.
It's a podcast for creators, makers, builders, doers, business people and Venture capital enthusiasts.
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Jun 16, 2023 • 16min
Raising Million's in VC Money Twice Ft. John Andrew Entwistle of Wander
Today's guest is none other than John Andrew Entwistle of Wander- it was such an epic conversation
And I personally learned a ton about Wander and what they are building
Some of my key takeaways:
1. Business has to be fundable
2. De-risk your startup
3. Idea Market Fit
Connect with John Andrew below:
1.. Twitter: https://twitter.com/jaentwistle
2. You can check out Wander here: https://www.wander.com/
Special shout out to Julian Weisser for connecting us
And a note from our today's sponsor Ai Buddy:
Get 10% discount by using code "roohi" at https://aibuddy.chat . Start talking to the most powerful AI right from your WhatsApp today.
Connect with the host Roohi Kazi on the below platforms:
Instagram-roohik2
LinkedIn: Roohi Kazi
Twitter: https://twitter.com/roohi_kr
Visit this link for more listening options/platforms for the Business Podcast by Roohi, and next step groups: https://bop.me/roohikaz
Business Podcast by Roohi
website: https://businesspodcast.transistor.fm/
Subscribe to the Business Podcast by Roohi newsletter here: https://businesspodcastbyroohi.substack.com/
Subscribe to YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_wI_t2KXX2Oqz0VDDe9sMg
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If you are a VC, VC Fund, course or product creator, or startup founder
And want to get in on the action and sponsor episode/episodes of the podcast
You can do so here:https://roohikaz.gumroad.com/l/hlyau

Jun 14, 2023 • 20min
Influence of Tim Draper on His Life Ft. Vikram Bharati (Founder of Draper Startup House)
This week I had the opportunity to chat with Vikram Bharati(Founder @ Draper Startup House)
We chat about:
1. Influence of Tim Draper on Vikram's life
2. Draper Startup House Ventures Fund and their investment thesis
3. Scrappiness
4. Advice on throwing events
Connect with Vikram and Draper Startup House below;
Draper Startup House on all social channels- join the slack community(digital community)
The Draper Entrepreneur Network (DEN) google form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScAt6X2JT7WafWPu_rVsYdSCOp2SE9XWkq5gT8eghzzL9I4IA/viewform
Draper Startup House: https://draperstartuphouse.com
Vikram:
LinkedIn: Vikram Bharati
Twitter:@vikbharati
And a note from our today's sponsor:
Get 10% discount by using code "roohi" at https://aibuddy.chat . Start talking to the most powerful AI right from your WhatsApp today.
Connect with the host Roohi Kazi on the below platforms:
Instagram-roohik2
LinkedIn: Roohi Kazi
Twitter: https://twitter.com/kr_21010
Visit this link for more listening options/platforms for the Business Podcast by Roohi, and next step groups: https://bop.me/roohikaz
Business Podcast by Roohi
website: https://businesspodcast.transistor.fm/
Subscribe to the Business Podcast by Roohi newsletter here: https://businesspodcastbyroohi.substack.com/
Subscribe to YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_wI_t2KXX2Oqz0VDDe9sMg
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review of the podcast here on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-podcast-by-roohi-entrepreneur-marketing/id1516165457?uo=4
Follow Business Podcast by Roohi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-podcast-by-roohi/
You can sponsor episode/episodes of Business Podcast by Roohi here: https://roohikaz.gumroad.com/l/hlyau

Jun 7, 2023 • 26min
From losing everything to VC at Evolve VC Ft. Kamal Ravikant(VC @ Evolve VC)
This week I had the surreal opportunity to chat with Kamal Ravikant(VC @ Evolve VC)
We chatted about:
Evolve VC
His book
Meditating w/ monks
What makes a great founder
What he looks for in founders he backs
Some key takeaways
VC is about access to deals, and practically helping founders
Big believer in personal evolution
Work on the Inner Self
Connect with Kamal below;
1. LinkedIn: Kamal Ravikant
2. Twitter: @kamalravikant
3. You can back Evolve VC as an LP here: https://venture.angellist.com/v/back/kamal-ravikant
Special shout out to Kamna and Hakirat Singh for their questions
And shout out to this weeks sponsor Build in Public Fellowship by KP
-> It’s a cohort based course conducted by none other than KP
KP is a Building in Public legend on Twitter and Podcast Host of Build in Public Podcast
KP is also someone who’s content and shipping mentality I admire
If interested- please apply ASAP at https://buildinpublicfellowship.com/
You can check out Build in Public Podcast: https://www.buildinpublicpodcast.com/
Connect with the host Roohi Kazi on the below platforms:
Instagram-roohik2
LinkedIn: Roohi Kazi
Twitter: https://twitter.com/kr_21010
Visit this link for more listening options/platforms for the Business Podcast by Roohi, and next step groups: https://bop.me/roohikaz
Business Podcast by Roohi
website: https://businesspodcast.transistor.fm/
Subscribe to the Business Podcast by Roohi newsletter here: https://businesspodcastbyroohi.substack.com/
Subscribe to YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_wI_t2KXX2Oqz0VDDe9sMg
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review of the podcast here on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-podcast-by-roohi-entrepreneur-marketing/id1516165457?uo=4
Follow Business Podcast by Roohi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-podcast-by-roohi/

Jun 2, 2023 • 18min
The Ultimate Guide to Establishing a VC Fund with Daniel Ibri of Mindset Ventures
In this weeks episode I had the pleasure of sitting down with Daniel Ibri of Mindset Ventures
We chatted about:
1. Mindset Ventures Investment Thesis and 4th Fund
2. Tips for raising a VC Fund
and so many more topics
You can connect with Daniel below:
LinkedIn: Daniel Ibri
Connect with the host Roohi Kazi on the below platforms:
Instagram-roohik2
LinkedIn: Roohi Kazi
Twitter: https://twitter.com/kr_21010
Visit this link for more listening options/platforms for the Business Podcast by Roohi, and next step groups: https://bop.me/roohikaz
Business Podcast by Roohi
website: https://businesspodcast.transistor.fm/
Subscribe to the Business Podcast by Roohi newsletter here: https://businesspodcastbyroohi.substack.com/
Subscribe to YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_wI_t2KXX2Oqz0VDDe9sMg
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review of the podcast here on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-podcast-by-roohi-entrepreneur-marketing/id1516165457?uo=4
Follow Business Podcast by Roohi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-podcast-by-roohi/

May 29, 2023 • 22min
Unlocking Opportunities: Student Involvement in the SEA VC Ecosystem Ft. Tiang of Forge VC
In this weeks episode I had the pleasure of sitting down with Tiang Lim Foo of Forge VC for the podcast
We chatted about:
1. How to get more involved in the SEA VC ecosystem
2. His pivot from Evernote to VC
and so many more topics
You can connect with Tiang below:
Twitter; Tiang Lim
LinkedIn: Tiang Lim Foo
Connect with the host Roohi Kazi on the below platforms:
Instagram-roohik2
LinkedIn: Roohi Kazi
Twitter: https://twitter.com/kr_21010
Visit this link for more listening options/platforms for the Business Podcast by Roohi, and next step groups: https://bop.me/roohikaz
Business Podcast by Roohi
website: https://businesspodcast.transistor.fm/
Subscribe to the Business Podcast by Roohi newsletter here: https://businesspodcastbyroohi.substack.com/
Subscribe to YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_wI_t2KXX2Oqz0VDDe9sMg
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review of the podcast here on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-podcast-by-roohi-entrepreneur-marketing/id1516165457?uo=4

May 8, 2023 • 15min
Venture Capital in Colombia: A Growing Force in the Global Startup Scene Ft. Juan Zavala Aleman of FinZi
In this weeks episode I had the pleasure of sitting down with Juan Zavala Aleman of FinZi for the podcast
We chatted about:
1. Scrappiness being at the core of FinZi
2. Colombia VC and Startup Scene
and so many more topics
You can connect with Juan below:
LinkedIn: Juan Zavala Aleman
FinZi website: https://www.finzi.co/
Connect with the host Roohi Kazi on the below platforms:
Instagram-roohik2
LinkedIn: Roohi Kazi
Twitter: https://twitter.com/kr_21010
Visit this link for more listening options/platforms for the Business Podcast by Roohi, and next step groups: https://bop.me/roohikaz
Business Podcast by Roohi
website: https://businesspodcast.transistor.fm/
Subscribe to the Business Podcast by Roohi newsletter here: https://businesspodcastbyroohi.substack.com/
Subscribe to YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_wI_t2KXX2Oqz0VDDe9sMg
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review of the podcast here on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-podcast-by-roohi-entrepreneur-marketing/id1516165457?uo=4

Apr 25, 2023 • 2min
Lessons/Mistakes, Gratitude Turning 21
Today I turn 22!
In this solo episode I share my lessons/mistakes, gratitude turning 21
Hope you enjoy
If you enjoyed this episode
Please do rate it on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-podcast-by-roohi-entrepreneur-marketing/id1516165457

Apr 25, 2023 • 20min
The Startup Nation Ft. Gal Barzilay(COO at boosst)
The Startup Nation
This week I sit down with Gal Barzilay(COO at boosst, Techstars Alum)
Some of my key takeaways were:
1. Don't take No for an answer
2. Confidence
and more
If you want to connect with Gal you can reach her on the below platforms:
LinkedIn: @galbarzilay
Website: https://www.boosstme.com/
Connect with the host Roohi Kazi on the below platforms:
Instagram-roohik2
LinkedIn: Roohi Kazi
Twitter: https://twitter.com/kr_21010
Visit this link for more listening options/platforms for the Business Podcast by Roohi, and next step groups: https://bop.me/roohikaz
Business Podcast by Roohi
website: https://businesspodcast.transistor.fm/
Subscribe to the Business Podcast by Roohi newsletter here: https://businesspodcastbyroohi.substack.com/
Subscribe to YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_wI_t2KXX2Oqz0VDDe9sMg
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review of the podcast here on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-podcast-by-roohi-entrepreneur-marketing/id1516165457?uo=4

Apr 19, 2023 • 23min
Raising Millions for a Failed Venture Ft. Liron Shapira(Co Founder of Relationship Hero)
Raising Millions for a Failed Ventures
This week I sit down with Liron Shapira(Co Founder of Relationship Hero, Angel Investor)
Some of my key takeaways were:
1. Great ideas and executing well
2. Realized failure earlier than most
3. Reaching investors = showing that you are on a good trajectory, Why and Value Add
It was a value packed episode!
If you want to connect with Liron you can reach him on the below platforms:
Twitter: @liron
Email: wiseguy@gmail.com
Connect with the host Roohi Kazi on the below platforms:
Instagram-roohik2
LinkedIn: Roohi Kazi
Twitter: https://twitter.com/kr_21010
Visit this link for more listening options/platforms for the Business Podcast by Roohi, and next step groups: https://bop.me/roohikaz
Business Podcast by Roohi
website: https://businesspodcast.transistor.fm/
Subscribe to the Business Podcast by Roohi newsletter here: https://businesspodcastbyroohi.substack.com/
Subscribe to YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_wI_t2KXX2Oqz0VDDe9sMg
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review of the podcast here on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-podcast-by-roohi-entrepreneur-marketing/id1516165457?uo=4

Apr 13, 2023 • 8min
Lessons and Learnings Building a Media Brand
In this really special episode I am sharing:
1)My lessons and learnings building a media brand that is at the intersection of content and podcasting
2)About pre and post conversation- and how to nail that
Stop Asking Questions by Andrew Warner was referenced
and more
You can check out Deep Dive into VC podcast here:https://deepdiveintovc.transistor.fm/
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