Grit Daily Startup Show

Ovie Faruq left the world of high finance to launch Rekt, a crypto-powered drinks brand turning heads across Web3 and retail. In this episode, he breaks down how NFTs, community, and a token economy built a sellout product in record time. Hear how REKT became a successful beverage and a blueprint for the future of brand loyalty.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discover how DiffuseDrive is tackling AI’s most overlooked challenge: high-quality, high-diversity data for physical systems like robots, drones, and autonomous vehicles. CEO Balint Pasztor joins Grit Daily to explain how diffusion models are transforming synthetic data into lifelike experiences that accelerate performance and reduce development time from years to hours. Whether you’re building in defense, logistics, or advanced robotics, this episode reveals how the future of physical AI is being generated — one pixel at a time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CJ Konstantinos joins the Grit Daily Startup Show to unveil Peoples Reserve, a mortgage platform that lets users borrow against their Bitcoin instead of selling it. He breaks down how cross-collateralizing real estate and crypto enables lower rates, less risk, and more financial freedom. For Bitcoin holders ready to unlock their wealth without letting go, this episode is essential listening.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeeva AI CEO Gaurav Bhattacharya joins the Grit Daily Startup Show to unpack how his company reached $5 million in revenue just seven months after launch, without a marketing team. He breaks down how agentic AI is reshaping sales workflows, replacing repetitive SDR tasks with intelligent automation. From pricing strategies to product-market fit, this episode dives deep into how AI is becoming the new sales co-founder.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Founder and CEO of Glīd, Kevin Damoa, joins the Grit Daily Startup Show to unveil how his hybrid rail-road technology could revolutionize freight logistics. From reducing port congestion to improving rail safety and cutting emissions, Damoa explains how Glīd is tackling inefficiencies at every step of the supply chain. It’s a bold look at the future of transportation—and why rail might just be the next big thing in tech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Astrologer Bernie Ashman joins the Grit Daily Startup Show to unpack why 2025 could be a breakout year for invention, intuition, and transformation. With decades of experience reading charts for entrepreneurs, creatives, and even tech founders, Ashman shares how planetary shifts like Pluto in Aquarius and Uranus in Gemini could shape business and personal growth alike. It's a fresh perspective on timing, cycles, and the unseen forces that drive innovation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Miles Beckett has never been one to follow the script, from YouTube’s early days to healthcare SaaS, and now, AI-powered dental tech with Flossy. In this episode, he shares how solving real-world problems, not chasing hype, has kept him building companies that actually scale. It's a conversation about grit, precision, and why sometimes, the “boring” markets are the biggest opportunities of all.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jesse Frimpone joins the show to break down how he turned side hustles into a tech-driven e-commerce education platform. He shares how Prestige Knowledge helps everyday people use AI, automation, and TikTok to launch scalable online businesses. From flipping RGB lights to running multiple digital storefronts, Frimpone’s journey is packed with insight and strategy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff Mahony, CEO of NEFT Vodka, joins the Grit Daily Startup Show to share how the brand is redefining vodka through sustainability, design, and a return to sipping culture. From its unbreakable barrel packaging to its clean, two-ingredient recipe, NEFT is challenging everything we think we know about vodka. Mahony also dives into his tech roots and how blockchain innovation intersects with his approach to building better products.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discover how Wendy Glavin helps professionals and entrepreneurs unlock their hidden strengths by looking to their past. In this episode, she shares her unique “Decoding Your Value” approach, showing how transferable skills and continuous learning can lead to career reinvention and startup success. Whether you're navigating a job loss, shifting industries, or building a business, Glavin’s insights offer a fresh perspective on growth and opportunity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.