
KindredCast
KindredCast brings you news, views and insights from the world of media, technology and everything in between. Produced by and curated by Kindred Media and powered by global merchant and investment bank LionTree, the show features in-depth conversations with other industry leaders. You'll get the inside scoop on the dynamics driving media and tech, insights into the future and even some life lessons.
Latest episodes

Oct 3, 2022 • 28min
Introducing: Listen On Purpose with Rachel Kraus
Rachel Kraus is the Managing Director/Partner at DoAble, a brand strategy and marketing collective and Executive-in-Residence at LionTree. In the first episode of the new miniseries, Listen on Purpose, Rachel speaks with Justice Richard Bernstein of the Supreme Court of Michigan about finding hope, faith, and purpose in life’s hardest moments.This podcast is for information purposes only. The opinions and views expressed in this material are solely the participant’s personal opinions and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of LionTree or its affiliates. This material should not be copied, distributed, published, or reproduced, in whole or in part, or disclosed by any recipient to any other person without the express written consent of LionTree. The information contained in this material does not constitute a recommendation, offer or solicitation from any LionTree entity to the recipient with respect to the purchase or sale of any security, and LionTree is not providing any financial, economic, legal, investment, accounting, or tax advice through this material or to its recipient. Neither LionTree nor any of its affiliates makes any representation or warranty, express or implied, as to the accuracy or completeness of the statements or any information contained in this material and any liability therefore (including in respect of direct, indirect, or consequential loss or damage of any kind whatsoever) is expressly disclaimed. LionTree does not undertake any obligation whatsoever to provide any form of update, amendment, change or correction to any of the information, statements, comments, views, or opinions set forth in this material. Third-party content may be published on LionTree pages in response to this material. Such content is not reviewed by LionTree before it is displayed and LionTree cannot guarantee the accuracy or completeness of such content. The opinions and views expressed by the authors of such third-party content are solely the author’s personal opinions and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of LionTree or its affiliates. LionTree reserves the right to remove, alter or edit any third-party content published on LionTree pages. LionTree expressly disclaims any liability (including in respect of direct, indirect, or consequential loss or damage of any kind whatsoever) arising out of, or in connection with, the access or use of any social media platform or LionTree page. Use of a social media platform or LionTree page is at your own risk. Securities of any investment funds managed by LionTree are privately offered to selected investors only by means of each such fund’s governing documents and related subscription materials. Listeners and viewers should not assume that companies identified in this audio and/or video are representative of all investments made or recommended by LionTree on behalf of each firm’s clients. An investment with LionTree is speculative and involves significant risks including the potential loss of all or a substantial portion of invested capital and the lack of liquidity of an investment. Past performance is not indicative of future results.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 26, 2022 • 31min
Artie CEO Ryan Horrigan on the NFT-Powered Future of Mobile Gaming
Tune in as LionTree Partner Allison Ross checks in with Artie CEO Ryan Horrigan. The web3 company's mission is to build a universe of characters for app-less mobile gaming - allowing users to play across the social sphere, from Discord to Twitter. In addition to sharing some details about an upcoming game they're developing in-house, which blends NFTs and traditional gaming loot, Ryan offers his vision for why the next foundational entertainment giant will come from the gaming world. Find and rate KindredCast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. For more content, follow KindredCast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. You can hear our radio show on SiriusXM Business Radio, channel 132 and on United Airlines. And you can find all of Kindred Media’s podcasts and subscribe to our daily newsletter, “Take a Break with Kindred Media,” here (https://linktr.ee/KindredMediaHQ).Please read before listening: http://www.liontree.com/podcast-notices.htmlSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 12, 2022 • 33min
Paris Hilton and Carter Reum: Catching Up With The Original Influencer as She Takes Her Billion-Dollar Brand Into New Dimensions
LionTree Co-Head of Growth Alex Michael sits down with icon Paris Hilton and her husband Carter Reum in their first podcast interview together. Though she essentially created the personal brand industry, building it into a multi-pronged, billion-dollar business, Paris shows no signs of slowing down. Thirty fragrances, three books, 19 product lines, the Roblox Metaverse “Paris World” - there’s a LOT. The couple - Carter is an author and the founder of angel firm M13 Ventures - has a unique and organic approach to business, relying on instinct to make choices about who her 11:11 platform partners with. Paris shares everything from her biggest business regret to her ongoing work to introduce legislation to combat child abuse.Find and rate KindredCast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. For more content, follow KindredCast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. You can hear our radio show on SiriusXM Business Radio, channel 132 and on United Airlines. And you can find all of Kindred Media’s podcasts and subscribe to our daily newsletter, “Take a Break with Kindred Media,” here (https://linktr.ee/KindredMediaHQ).Please read before listening: http://www.liontree.com/podcast-notices.htmlSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 31, 2022 • 44min
Bonus: The Vaizey View with Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer
Joining Microsoft as an intern in 1988, Phil Spencer has been part of the company’s entire gaming journey. Now, as CEO of Microsoft Gaming, he sits down with Vaizey View host Lord Ed Vaizey to discuss the company’s commitment to reflecting the diversity of the 3 billion strong gaming community, as well as the steps Microsoft is taking to democratize who can make these games. It’s an honest and insightful conversation with one of the biggest figures in the entertainment ecosystem.You can subscribe to the Vaizey View newsletter by clicking here (http://eepurl.com/ckPLSf).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 30, 2022 • 53min
With A Good Ass Job, Sky's The Limit: SpringHill's Maverick Carter
LionTree Founder and CEO Aryeh B. Bourkoff has a freewheeling and insightful conversation with Maverick Carter, who has gone from high school teammate of LeBron James to serving as CEO of The SpringHill Company, which includes SpringHill Entertainment, the content and production company the pair launched in 2007, and Uninterrupted, a platform that allows world-class athletes to share their stories. This conversation has everything: Maverick's Akron, Ohio origin story; the advantages of being "user friendly"; and why "The Shop," Uninterrupted's raw and engaging chronicle of conversations with sports and cultural figures, has such enduring appeal. Chock full of lessons big and small, this is an episode not to be missed.Find and rate KindredCast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. For more content, follow KindredCast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. You can hear our radio show on SiriusXM Business Radio, channel 132 and on United Airlines. And you can find all of Kindred Media’s podcasts and subscribe to our daily newsletter, “Take a Break with Kindred Media,” here (https://linktr.ee/KindredMediaHQ).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 30, 2022 • 34min
Snap and Warner Music Chairman Michael Lynton on the Changing Face of Entertainment
Michael Lynton has worn many hats, having served as CEO of Sony Entertainment and Sony Pictures as well as CEO of AOL Europe. Now, as the Chairman of both Snap, Inc. and Warner Music Group, he's in a unique position to understand how the consumer mindset is evolving. In this exclusive conversation with Alex Michael, LionTree's Co-Head of Growth, Michael discusses the characteristics that make for great leadership, as well as his vision for where entertainment is headed.Find and rate KindredCast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. For more content, follow KindredCast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. You can hear our radio show on SiriusXM Business Radio, channel 132 and on United Airlines. And you can find all of Kindred Media’s podcasts and subscribe to our daily newsletter, “Take a Break with Kindred Media,” here (https://linktr.ee/KindredMediaHQ).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 2, 2022 • 40min
Media's Next Chapter with Malcolm Gladwell
Join LionTree Co-Head of Growth Alex Michael as he dialogues with best-selling author, pundit and Pushkin Industries President and co-Founder Malcolm Gladwell - literally and figuratively one of the leading voices in the audio space. Hear the celebrated business thinker and intellectual contrarian opine on everything from why it’s smart for Pushkin to make big budget audiobooks to what he sees as the future of the workplace. Hot takes a-plenty, so tune in!Find and rate KindredCast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. For more content, follow KindredCast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. You can hear our radio show on SiriusXM Business Radio, channel 132 and on United Airlines. And you can find all of Kindred Media’s podcasts and subscribe to our daily newsletter, “Take a Break with Kindred Media,” here (https://linktr.ee/KindredMediaHQ). Please read before listening: http://www.liontree.com/podcast-notices.htmlSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 18, 2022 • 26min
Take-Two Interactive's CEO Strauss Zelnick Hits His Stride
In a conversation recorded in March, Managing Director of LionTree and co-founder of Griffin Gaming Partners Nick Tuosto and Take-Two Interactive Chairman and CEO Strauss Zelnick catch up on a multitude of topics, from Strauss’s personal inspiration and management philosophy to the current state of the gaming industry.Find and rate KindredCast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. For more content, follow KindredCast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. You can hear our radio show on SiriusXM Business Radio, channel 132 and on United Airlines. And you can find all of Kindred Media’s podcasts and subscribe to our daily newsletter, “Take a Break with Kindred Media,” here (https://linktr.ee/KindredMediaHQ).Please read before listening: http://www.liontree.com/podcast-notices.htmlSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 4, 2022 • 36min
GetYourGuide's Johannes Reck on the Travel Industry's Resurgence
Join Howard Han, LionTree’s Head of Principal Investments & Merchant Banking, as he gets the lowdown on the travel industry’s post-Covid mojo from Johannes Reck, the co-Founder and CEO of GetYourGuide. In a world in which 50% of travel is still booked offline, GetYourGuide is driving the transformation to help globetrotters book one-of-a-kind experiences at the most sought-after destinations. Johannes’ journey leading the Berlin-based startup to a position of strength provides a bevy of lessons for entrepreneurs of all stripes.Find and rate KindredCast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. For more content, follow KindredCast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. You can hear our radio show on SiriusXM Business Radio, channel 132 and on United Airlines. And you can find all of Kindred Media’s podcasts and subscribe to our daily newsletter, “Take a Break with Kindred Media,” here (https://linktr.ee/KindredMediaHQ).Please read before listening: http://www.liontree.com/podcast-notices.htmlSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 21, 2022 • 46min
Tim Ferriss On Finding Success In The Uncomfortable Moments
Join LionTree Co-Head of Growth Alex Michael as he sits down with author, investor and podcasting north star Tim Ferriss. Tim - the author of five #1 New York TImes/Wall Street Journal best-sellers (including “The 4-Hour Workweek”), investor in companies like Facebook, Uber, Twitter and many more, and chief cook and bottle washer of “The Tim Ferriss Show” podcast - brings his unique and intimate perspective to a bevy of topics, including the advantages of a shorter work week, his next great investments and the promise of psychotropic treatments for mental health. A wild ride indeed!Find and rate KindredCast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. For more content, follow KindredCast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. You can hear our radio show on SiriusXM Business Radio, channel 132 and on United Airlines. And you can find all of Kindred Media’s podcasts and subscribe to our daily newsletter, “Take a Break with Kindred Media,” here (https://linktr.ee/KindredMediaHQ).Please read before listening: http://www.liontree.com/podcast-notices.htmlSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.