
Startup Science Podcast with Gregory Shepard
The Startup Science Podcast, hosted by Gregory Shepard, and produced by ForbesBooks, focuses on conversations in the cross-section of foundership and investing and features best-selling authors like Oren Klaff (Pitch Anything & Flip the Script), David Allen (Getting Things Done), and David Covey COO of FranklinCovey and author of Trap Tales: Outsmarting the 7 Hidden Obstacles to Success. Investing giants like Tim Draper, Leaders like NBA Coach Phill Weber, and newly exited founders like you. With a focus on the common mistakes founders make, perspectives from investors, and founder’s tools, tips, and tactics. Conversations are real, honest, and unfiltered to expose the realities of early-stage while encouraging entrepreneurship with motivational stories and optimistic viewpoints.
Latest episodes

Nov 19, 2020 • 14min
Episode 09 | Part Two: The AI Guy
Greg concludes his conversation with Gary Fowler, the CEO and Co-Founder of GSD Venture Studios. In part two, Greg finds out why Gary has been called "one of the best execution CEOs in tech” and Gary has some advice for young entrepreneurs about creating connections in the industry.

Nov 12, 2020 • 21min
Episode 09 | Part One: The AI Guy
On this episode of the BOSS Podcast, Greg is joined by Gary Fowler, the CEO and Co-Founder of GSD Venture Studios. Gary talks about the importance of finding the right partner and why he's known as the "AI Guy."

Oct 29, 2020 • 15min
Episode 08 | Part Two: Getting Things Done
This is the conclusion of Greg's conversation with David Allen, the organizational guru and author of “Getting Things Done". In part two, they talk about how David helped Howard Stern transform his life and how brilliant entrepreneurs can manage their thoughts and ideas.

Oct 22, 2020 • 20min
Episode 08 | Part One: Getting Things Done
Greg's guest this week is David Allen, the world’s preeminent organizational guru. He has more thirty years of experience as a management consultant and executive coach to some of America’s most prestigious organizations, and he’s also the brilliant mind the mega-bestseller, “Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity”. In part one, Greg and David discuss the global impact of the GTD methodology and organizational tips for entrepreneurs.

Oct 8, 2020 • 13min
Episode 07 | Part Two: Venture Capitalism, Crypto, and The Future of Entrepreneurship
Greg wraps up his chat with Venture Capitalist, Tim Draper, Silicon Valley's most notable blockchain and cryptocurrency investor and founder of Draper Associates, Draper University and DFJ. In part two, Tim talks about why people should invest in Bitcoin and why now is a great time to be an entrepreneur.

Oct 1, 2020 • 17min
Episode 07 | Part One: Venture Capitalism, Crypto, and The Future of Entrepreneurship
Prepare to take notes. This week, Greg talks to legendary Venture Capitalist, Tim Draper. He has invested in companies such as Tesla, SpaceX, Twitter, Twitch, and Skype. Tim is Silicon Valley's most notable blockchain and cryptocurrency investor and founder of Draper Associates, Draper University and DFJ. In part one, Tim tells Greg how he's helping entrepreneurs around the globe and how he's giving forward, not giving back.

Sep 17, 2020 • 13min
Episode 06 | Part Two: How Do You Make Them Thirsty
Greg concludes his entrepreneurial leadership talk with Phil Weber. Phil is a professional basketball coach who has guided men everywhere from New York, to Phoenix, and all the way to India. Phil is also a Leadership Consultant for the NBA players association and the author of the upcoming book, “How Do You Make Them Thirsty”. Phil tells Greg how losing his job inspired him to have 'the greatest year of his life,' why the ability to lead requires a relationship, and the reason 'cheerleading' is overrated.

Sep 10, 2020 • 18min
Episode 06 | Part One: How Do You Make Them Thirsty
Now more than ever leadership is needed, especially when starting and running a business. Henry Ford. Steve Jobs. John D. Rockefeller. They were legendary businessmen that were great at business, but also great at being leaders. This week, Greg takes a break from talking to investors, entrepreneurs and CEOs and talks about leadership with Phil Weber. Phil is a professional basketball coach who has guided men everywhere from New York, to Phoenix, and all the way to India. He’s a Leadership Consultant for the NBA players association and the author of the upcoming book, “How Do You Make Them Thirsty”.

Aug 14, 2020 • 13min
Episode 05 | Part Two: Live Long and Prosper
Greg wraps up his conversation with Scott Amyx, a venture capitalist, speaker, and author. Scott shares his interest and surviving and thriving in space and raising capital for DNA sequencing.

Aug 7, 2020 • 13min
Episode 05 | Part One: Live Long and Prosper
Joining Greg this week is Scott Amyx, a venture capitalist, speaker, and author. Greg and Scott discuss how entrepreneurs can impact the defense sector and how humans will adapt to the robot age.