Aug 17, 202537 minS0
<p>In the 34th episode of MPods, we sit down with Raj Sarkar, the Chief Marketing Officer of CloudBees and a University of Michigan alum recognized on Forbes’ Entrepreneurial CMO list. From his early days as an engineer...
About this Podcast:
MPods, curated by Nora, delivers monthly episodes that delve into the experiences and insights of financial industry leaders and entrepreneurial pioneers. Originally focused on sharing stories from University of Michigan alumni, the podcast now expands to bring a wealth of diverse, powerful narratives from the financial world to your ears. Join us as we explore the journeys, challenges, and triumphs of visionaries shaping the future.
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Booking probability
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Guest openness
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What is MPods about?
MPods, curated by Nora, delivers monthly episodes that delve into the experiences and insights of financial industry leaders and entrepreneurial pioneers. Originally focused on sharing stories from University of Michigan alumni, the podcast now expands to bring a wealth of diverse, powerful narratives from the financial world to your ears.
What has MPods covered recently?
Recent episodes include "EP34: Raj Sarkar, CMO of CloudBees: The Marketing Playbook" (17 August 2025, 37 minutes), "EP33: Jake Schwartz, Founder of Endorsed: The Future of Hiring" (20 June 2025, 44 minutes), and "EP32: Nosa Edoimioya, Co-Founder of Reforge Robotics: The Future of Autonomous Manufacturing" (21 May 2025, 48 minutes).
How often does MPods publish?
MPods publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 39 minutes across 20 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on MPods?
Booking probability for MPods is 18%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. MPods requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. MPods's contact route on record: public web form.
Who should pitch MPods?
The strongest fits for MPods are Investing & Wealth Management and Business & Management Consulting. MPods has a business audience.
About the host
MPods is a business podcast with 20 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Jun 20, 202544 minS0<p>In the 33rd episode of MPods, we sit down with Jake Schwartz, founder of Endorsed, University of Michigan alum, and former Apple engineer, to explore the bold mission behind his company: reducing global unemployment...
May 21, 202548 minS0<p>In the 32nd episode of MPods, we sit down with Nosa Edoimioya, the Founder & CEO of Reforge Robotics, a company pioneering in autonomous manufacturing by building software to supercharge industrial robots. From...
May 21, 202559 minS0<p>In the middle of 2025, as tensions between the U.S. and China escalate in a trade war, having empathy and a mutual understanding is more important than ever. In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode of MPods, we sit...
May 2, 202534 minS0<p>In this episode of MPods, we sit down with Jonah Liss, co-founder and COO of Meet Your Class, a startup revolutionizing how students connect before stepping onto campus. Jonah shares his journey as a University of...
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Mar 18, 20251h 6mS0<p>In the 30th episode of MPods, we welcome Don Hicks, a Ross alum and serial entrepreneur. Don founded, led as CEO, and ultimately sold the supply chain analytics company LLamasoft for $1.5 billion. Today, he is the...
Jan 10, 202529 minS0<p>In episode 28 of MPods, Jeff Hauptman—CEO and founder of Oxford Companies—Ann Arbor’s leading real estate investment and property management firm—shares his transformation from aspiring medical student to real estate...
Jan 4, 202538 minS0<p>In episode 27 of MPods, Dr. Mark Kiel, co-founder and Chief Science Officer of Genomenon, shares his journey from medical student to entrepreneur, transforming genetic data into actionable insights. A University of...
Dec 27, 202442 minS0<p>In Episode 26 of MPods, John Seamans, the Manager of the Michigan Biomedical Venture Fund (MBVF), shares his journey from MedTech professional to advisor, leveraging his technical expertise from roles at GE...
Oct 28, 202440 minS0<p>In this episode of MPods, Diane Bouis, an angel investor, startup advisor, and current program director at MedTech Innovator, shares her journey from academia to the business world, highlighting the importance of...
Oct 27, 202433 minS0<p>In this episode, Danny Ellis and Tom Brady, two University of Michigan engineering graduates, share their remarkable journey from student robotics projects to co-founding SkySpecs, a global leader in renewable energy...
Aug 2, 202439 minS0<p>In this episode, Moses Lee, a proud University of Michigan Ross graduate, shares his transformative journey from investment banking on Wall Street to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Moses recounts his transition...
Jul 17, 202451 minS0<p>In this episode, we talk with David Tarver, a lecturer at the University of Michigan and the founder of the Urban Entrepreneurship Initiative. David shares his journey from his early days at Bell Laboratories to...
Jul 16, 202432 minS0<p>In this episode of MPods, we dive deep into the world of cancer research with Mukesh Nyati, a Professor in Radiation Oncology at the University of Michigan. Mukesh, with over two decades of experience, shares his...
Jul 2, 202429 minS0<p>In this episode of MPods, we chat with Professor Alexandra Klass, a leading expert in energy law and environmental policy, who shares her journey through academia, private practice, and her role as a political...
Jun 23, 202431 minS0<p>In this episode of Mpods, we sit down with Hermione Li, an Apple Product Design Engineer and UMich graduate. Hermione shares her journey from college to her current role, offering valuable advice on internships, job...
Jun 21, 202447 minS0<p>In this episode, Victor Strecher, founder and CEO of Kumanu and professor at the University of Michigan's School of Public Health, discusses his journey in creating a mental health app to help people find meaning and...
Jun 13, 202427 minS0<p>In this episode, Candace shares her journey from her time at the University of Michigan to her impactful work in community development and entrepreneurship. She delves into her experiences studying liberal arts...
Jun 12, 202424 minS0<p>In this episode, Adrian Fortino shares his journey from mechanical engineering to venture capital, highlighting the lessons learned from his diverse career. He discusses his early experiences in the automotive...
Apr 28, 202426 minS0<p>Scott is a seasoned startup coach with extensive experience working with founders. He is currently an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship at UChicago. Scott is also an active angel investor and a member...
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