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1576: The Future of AI Isn't the Model, It's the Control Plane w/ Jake Tao
Everyone is talking about adopting AI, but how do you do it without losing control, breaking the bank, or compromising your company’s data? In this episode, Brian sits down with Jake Tao, a seasoned entrepreneur and former engineering leader at giants like Amazon and Shopify. Jake breaks down the complex world of enterprise AI into simple, actionable strategies. He reveals why being locked into a single AI model is a mistake and how to create a secure, cost-effective AI environment tailored to y
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Sept. 24, 2026
1576: The Future of AI Isn't the Model, It's the Control Plane w/ Jake Tao
Everyone is talking about adopting AI, but how do you do it without losing control, breaking the bank, or compromising your company’s data? In this episode, Brian sits down with Jake Tao, a seasoned entrepreneur and former engineering leader at giants like Amazon and Shopify. Jake breaks down the complex world of enterprise AI into simple, actionable strategies. He reveals why being locked into a single AI model is a mistake and how to create a secure, cost-effective AI environment tailored to y
1575
Sept. 23, 2026
1575: Beyond the Resume: How to Hire for Real Capability, Not Keywords w/ Josie Zhang
In a world where AI is making the hiring process feel more broken and impersonal than ever, how can entrepreneurs build teams based on trust and true capability? This episode features Josie Zhang, the founder and CEO of Griting.ai, who is pioneering a new approach. Josie breaks down how AI, when used correctly, can actually build a more trustworthy bridge between companies and talent. She reveals her framework for identifying real human potential beyond the resume, moving past biases to see what
1574
Sept. 22, 2026
1574: The Simple PMO Secret to Making Better, Faster Decisions w/ Noah McCloud
In this episode, Brian sits down with Noah McCloud, the founder of OptiGold PMO, who masterfully translates complex corporate project management principles into actionable strategies for entrepreneurs. Noah shares his journey from managing $600M+ portfolios to taking the leap and building his own business from the ground up. He reveals why most business failures aren't technical but human, rooted in our resistance to change and lack of trust. This episode is a masterclass in mindset, resilience,
1573
Sept. 21, 2026
1573: Solving the 226 Food Decisions You Make Every Day Through Tech, AI, and Data w/ Sushmitha Kanukurthi
Tired of the daily "what's for dinner?" struggle and the mental gymnastics of healthy eating? Sushmitha Kanukurthi, a data scientist with over 20 years of experience at companies like Meta, turned this universal problem into her mission. She founded Nuven, a health-tech platform that acts as your personal AI kitchen assistant. This episode is a masterclass in leveraging deep professional expertise to build a unique, data-driven solution in a crowded market. For any wantrepreneur or entrepreneur,
1572
Sept. 20, 2026
1572: IGNORE this evidence!
Ever feel like the evidence is stacked against you? A failed proposal, a critical email, or even that voice of self-doubt in your own head can feel like proof that you’re on the wrong track. In this Solo Sunday episode, Brian Lofrumento dives into a controversial but essential trait for every founder: delusion. He argues that in a world overflowing with evidence that you’ll fail, the only way to succeed is to be delusional enough to believe you will win anyway. Brian breaks down why this mindset
1571
Sept. 18, 2026
1571: What has NOTHING to do with coursework BUT uniquely prepared you as a founder!? (Collab episode!)
In this special Collab Week episode of Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur, 13 founders come together to answer one deceptively powerful question: Tell us about something you picked up during your school years that had nothing to do with the actual coursework, but has helped you in day-to-day as a business owner. From a nightly outfit ritual that taught preparedness, to a rugby final that taught the difference between the right action and the right outcome, to a boss's two-word correction that refram
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Tom Cruise on Dreaming Bigger, Outworking Doubt, and Becoming a Lifelong Student
For more than four decades, Tom Cruise has built a career around doing things most people would consider unreasonable. He has hung from airplanes, jumped motorcycles off cliffs, worked with some of the most celebrated filmmakers in the world, and c…
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AI Unleashed: How Syrovex is Transforming Business Operations with OwlVigil
Jake Tao's journey from wantrepreneur to entrepreneur is a testament to innovation and adaptability. As the founder of Syrovex, he empowers businesses to seamlessly integrate AI with confidence and measurable impact. In this Wantrepreneur to Entrepr…
Sept. 22, 2026
How Ben Goodwin Built OLIPOP by Turning a Personal Health Journey Into a Mission-Driven Brand
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