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Join Chris Howard, Founder and CEO of Softeq, as he interviews knowledgeable leaders in the innovation spectrum, including CEOs, CTOs, R&D professionals, and start-up founders. Real conversations, technology, and processes of bringing new ideas to market.
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Former University of Michigan and Jacksonville Jaguars running back, Chris Howard, brings his unique perspective and vivid storytelling to sports fans everywhere. Each week, Chris addresses the most important headline-grabbing stories to uncover the “why” versus “what” happened. He also welcomes special guests from the worlds of sports and entertainment who share behind-the-scenes stories, never-before heard tales, and offer a candid look at life when the cameras and lights are no longer fla ...
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Two-time Academy Award® winner Ron Howard (A Beautiful Mind, Frost/Nixon), Chris Hemsworth (Thor, The Avengers) and Daniel Brühl (Inglourious Basterds, Good Bye Lenin!) discuss their new film at the Apple Store Regent Street in London . The epic action-drama captures the merciless rivalry between charismatic Englishman James Hunt (Hemsworth) and disciplined Austrian perfectionist Niki Lauda (Brühl) whose clashes on the Grand Prix racetrack epitomised the contrast between these two extraordin ...
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Welcome to Plugged In where we explore the most tantalizing "what if" scenarios in NBA Finals history, including potential showdowns between NY and OKC, Wolves versus Celtics, and Dallas taking on Indiana. We'll dissect the NBA's controversial decision not to suspend Murray and what it means for the league's integrity and player conduct. Switching …
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Forging the Future heads to Austin for the Texas Venture Forum & Gala to discuss community-driven innovation happening across the state and the impacts of the Texas triangle on the global economy. From Austin’s own backyard to Latin America, Chris talks with directors, CEOs, and futurists in this mashup episode about their respective projects and t…
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In this action-packed episode, we dive into a tumultuous week across the NBA, NFL, and the world of golf. We start on the basketball court where the Lakers face a pivotal decision: should they re-sign LeBron James, or is it time to rebuild from scratch? Meanwhile, the Thunder advance triumphantly, and the Timberwolves execute a stunning sweep again…
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Denny Chared, Founder of DC Finance, joins Chris at the Texas Venture Gala & Forum in Austin to discuss the current trends and future potential of family office investments in tech and venture. With origins in Israel and a base in New York, DC Finance builds an international network of high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and investors for m…
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Today, we celebrate a momentous occasion as the Michigan Wolverines receive their championship rings. We'll share our thoughts and highlights from the Michigan football Spring game, dissecting the team's performance and what it suggests for the upcoming season.Next, we tackle a hot topic in college athletics: Should recruits prioritize team culture…
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UFC 303 Breakdown: We discuss Max Holloway's recent victory and analyze the potential showdown between Connor McGregor and Michael Chandler. Plus, Ocho weighs in on his chances lasting rounds with Holloway.NBA Analysis: The Lakers are pushing for the Western Conference finals - is this a win for the organization? Plus, a critical look at the Warrio…
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Jay Steinfeld, Founder of Blinds.com and Entrepreneur in Residence at Rice Business School, presses rewind to take Chris to 2001 to discuss the founding, innovating, and selling his company. Originally started as Laura’s Draperies, Bedspreads, and More, Blinds.com was inspired by Jay’s desire to evolve continuously, and ended up being sold to Home …
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Welcome to this week's episode! We've got a packed show covering a whirlwind of developments from the world of sports, kicking things off with a major shake-up in the NFL. The Buffalo Bills are reeling from the loss of Stefon Diggs. What does this mean for the future of the team? Is it the end of their dominant run?Switching gears to the drama-infu…
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YJ Lin, Sr Program Manager at Dell for Startups, joins Chris at South by Southwest to celebrate 40 years of Dell and the company’s recent initiatives to make startups soar, both in Houston at The Cannon and around the world. Dell for Startups provides mentorship magic for innovative startups at every stage in their journey, offering tech support an…
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In this jam-packed episode of our sports roundup, we dive headfirst into a whirlwind of updates and analyses that every sports fan needs to hear. We kick things off with a look at Purdy's latest financial win—turns out, getting paid can come in many forms, kind of. Then, we shift gears to the heated debate around Michigan's QB star, JJ. Is he desti…
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Thom Singer, CEO of Austin Technology Center (ATC), meets up with Chris at SXSW to celebrate the past of Austin’s amazing tech accomplishments and look to the future of a more innovative Texas. Made up of 280 companies and over 60,000 employees, the ATC fosters innovation and growth within Austin’s technology ecosystem by connecting, promoting, and…
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Description: In this riveting episode of our podcast, we dive deep into the seismic shifts happening within Michigan sports. We kick things off by discussing the end of the Juwan Howard era and the dawn of a new chapter under Dusty May's leadership. What does this transition mean for the team, and how will May's vision reshape the future of Michiga…
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Chris takes Forging the Future on the road to Austin for 2024’s South by Southwest (SXSW) Conference, held from March 8 - 16. Speaking with special guests and subject matter experts Mike Courtney, Ilya Tabakh, and Ehab Gabr, this episode tackles a taste of South By and talks about some of the most innovative technologies on the (very) near horizon.…
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Chris talks with Kim Bach, the SVP of Customer Success and CPO at Dailyhuman for an episode on groundbreaking AI technology as a tool for fostering and sustaining human skills in organizations. Kim helped pilot Dailyhuman in the NFL Combine through a readiness mindfulness lab and says that through AI, Dailyhuman makes lasting changes in qualities l…
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we tackle the adrenaline-pumping world of NFL free agency, delve into the leadership qualities of Russell Wilson, and weigh in on the controversial question: Is Jake Paul good for boxing? With a blend of insightful analysis, expert opinions, and passionate debates, this episode is your ultimate playbook for the latest in sports and entertainment.Fi…
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Aaron Knape, CEO and Co-Founder of Rivalry Tech, joins the pod to talk about his journey to entrepreneurship and what it's like to scale a leading technology company in Houston. Rivalry Tech began with their mobile platform, sEATz, and has now expanded to revolutionize hospitality and convenience with their order fulfillment technology. Talking poi…
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JJ McCarthy, emerging as a standout quarterback from the University of Michigan, has solidified his status as a top pick in the draft for several compelling reasons.In the grand theater of college football, where pageantry meets passion, few narratives are as perennial and predictable as the Ohio State Buckeyes' claim to the throne of off-season ch…
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Brian Richards, Managing Director at Accenture’s Houston Innovation Hub, joins the pod to talk about helping senior leaders at large corporations in greater innovation and spearheading projects in the Houston innovation community. Serving clients globally, Accenture is a professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud, and…
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Sportsmanship is dying on a vine and 7 on 7 is a good reason why. Is JJ McCarthy a risky 1st round pick? I think it depends on who drafts him and where. The State of The Michigan football program will be just fine as long as they can keep the culture intact.بقلم Chris Howard
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Scott Gale, Executive Director of Halliburton Labs, brings innovation and scale to center stage in this week’s episode. Founded in 2020, Halliburton Labs provides access to a unique industrial setting catered to the specific needs of tech startups who are changing the face of clean energy today and for the future. Talking points include forging his…
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Jay Zeidman, Managing Partner of Altitude Ventures and Chairman of the Board for Houston First, talks about making impactful investments in the future of healthcare and the wellbeing of Houston. Based in Nashville, Altitude Ventures accelerates growth and provides early-stage venture capital financing for healthcare services and startups. Talking p…
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CS Freeland, Founder of the Texas Venture Alliance and creator of the Texas Venture Crawl (now known as Texas Venture Fest), joins the pod to share her unique insights on the thriving innovation scene in Texas. Founded in 2022, the Texas Venture Alliance is a statewide venture capital network and ecosystem of startup support that aims to amplify ve…
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Yes Jim Harbaugh raided the cupboard but it was his to raid since he stocked it in the first place. But all hope is not lost. The new CFP system plays well in Michigan's favor. Ohio State is stacked but as my friend Marcus Ray would say it still comes down to the Jimmy and the Joe's just as much as as the x's and the o's. Michigan's X's and O's are…
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Steve Kean, President and CEO of the Greater Houston Partnership (GHP), joins the pod to talk about the unique innovations and impact the city of Houston has already accomplished and can look forward to on the horizon. Formed in 1989, the Greater Houston Partnership has a mission to make Houston one of the best places to live, work and build a busi…
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Chris Howard, Founder and CEO of Softeq, switches places from host chair to the hot seat in this part two episode guest hosted by entrepreneur, angel investor, and COO of Softeq, Craig Ceccanti. Continuing their previous conversation from part one, Craig and Chris tackle Softeq’s present-day success with their venture studio and Chris’s journey as …
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Chris Howard, Founder and CEO of Softeq, switches places from host chair to the hot seat in this episode guest hosted by entrepreneur and angel investor Craig Ceccanti. Inspired by feedback from his own interview on Forging the Future, Craig wants to reverse the roles with Chris and give the podcast audience an opportunity to learn the origin story…
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In this episode of Forging the Future, Chris sits down with Rakesh Agrawal, founder and CEO of SnapStream, to discuss his journey of founding and scaling a technology business in Houston prior to the prevalence of the budding ecosystem that exists today. Rakesh shares his experience of founding SnapStream over 20 years ago and the importance of gle…
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The longtime Alabama head coach told his team on Wednesday afternoon that he was retiring, according to multiple reports.The Seattle Seahawks parted ways with Pete Carroll as their head coachWednesday after he spent nearly 15 years in the role.بقلم Chris Howard
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Dr. Ramanan Krishnamoorti, Vice President of Energy and Innovation at University of Houston, takes the pod on a field trip to the UH Tech Bridge. With a unique blend of wet labs and office space, the UH Tech Bridge offers students and faculty the incredible opportunity to innovate alongside startups and companies. Talking points include efforts to …
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Joe Alapat, CTO & Founder of Liongard, takes a journey through customer feedback and company pivots in this episode about his cybersecurity platform, Liongard. From rough beginnings of selling too wide of a product to customers, Liongard has grown and matured into a successful startup, securing $30 million in funding. Talking points include leaving…
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Peter Rodriguez, Dean of Jones School of Business at Rice University, brings his education expertise to the pod to talk about the future of entrepreneurship and business learning in Houston. Rice has put Houston on the map for having some of the best business and entrepreneurship undergraduate and graduate degrees in the country, but Peter believes…
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Blair Garrou, Managing Director at Mercury, brings his leadership in Houston venture capital to the pod to discuss the origins of Mercury and the shift in investing perspectives from growth to profitability. Having just closed their fifth fund a couple months ago, Blair is hopeful about the timing of Mercury’s financial success and the future of so…
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Forging the Future is on the road this week at the Houston Startup Showcase at the Ion. Joined by guests Gustavo Suarez, Founder & CEO of Trez, and Samra Nawaz, CEO & Co-Founder of WellWorth, Chris takes the hot seat and walks through his own experiences as a multi-time successful founder in comparison to present-day startup founders in Houston’s b…
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Mike Francis, CEO and Co-Founder of Nanotech, joins the pod to talk about his cutting edge climate conscious technology and the all-Texas round recently raised by NanoTech. Through an innovative roof coating, NanoTech can reduce lost heat and limit CO2 emissions from heating and HVAC in businesses and homes. Talking points include saving lives thro…
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MICHIGAN'S WIN OVER OHIO STATE IS MOST-WATCHED REGULAR-SEASON COLLEGE FOOTBALL GAME SINCE 2011.Undefeated in Nov: Eagles, Niners, Colts and Denver are undefeated in November. Are you surprised? Should the Bills rebuild?بقلم Chris Howard
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Remington Tonar, Co-Founder and Chief Growth Officer at Cart.com, brings his wide variety of skills and interests to the pod to chat about the extremely fast and incredibly impactful success of Cart.com. Having just closed a funding round of $60 million and have a valuation of $1.2 billion, Cart.com is a Houston-based startup making waves and garne…
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Neal Dikeman, Partner at Energy Transition Ventures, joins the pod to talk about how he got into cleantech investing and where we’re headed as we bridge the gap between fossil fuels and the future. Working between Silicon Valley and Houston, Neal is tackling the tough questions in clean tech, such as: How can software and energy investors work toge…
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The confrontation between Gobert and Green was just the latest round of a long-running feud between two of the best defensive players in league history. While the rivals have exchanged verbal jabs in the past, this is the first time the beef turned violent. Michigan HC Jim Harbaugh is in a weird position.…
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Jesse Martinez, Founder of LSA Global and the Latinx Startup Alliance, four-time startup founder, and Venture Partner at Vamos and Resolve, brings his impressive resume to the pod to talk about his passion for investing in Latinx founders in tech. Born and raised in Houston, Jesse has traveled around the country founding startups, investing in oppo…
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