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Marketopolis
Hosted by Matt Joanou · EN
Marketopolis is where retail investors, business professionals, and aspiring leaders get a front-row seat to candid conversations with the execs running today's public companies.
Each episode feels less like an earnings call and more like a coffee chat. Execs open up about how they think about money, investing, and leadership, while also revealing how they communicate with the markets and how they view the growing influence of retail investors.
👉 New episodes drop weekly on YouTube, X, LinkedIn, and all major podcast platforms.
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Inside Ethos ($LIFE): How Peter Colis Rebuilt Life Insurance From 10 Weeks to 10 Minutes
2w ago00:27:06Tap to summarizePeter Colis is the co-founder and CEO of Ethos Technologies (Nasdaq: $LIFE), the vertically integrated platform reinventing life insurance from underwriting to distribution. What started as a Stanford Business School project in 2016 is now one of the largest underwriters in the United States, with more than 600,000 policies issued and over 15,000 agents selling Ethos products in the last year.In this episode of Marketopolis, guest host Katie Perry, author of Ticker Shock, sits down to unpack how Ethos rebuilt an industry that had been stuck in the dark ages. They cover the 10 minute purchase process that replaced the traditional 10 week journey, the data moat behind algorithmic underwriting, and the three-sided platform serving policyholders, agents, and carriers. Peter also shares what it's been like since going public, the story behind the $LIFE ticker, and the message he wants retail investors to take away.🔗 Follow MarketopolisMain Site - https://www.marketopolis.com/LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/marketopolisTwitter/X – https://x.com/marketopolis_$LIFE💡 Sponsors / PartnersPresented by EinrideVisit https://www.einride.tech/🎧 This episode was recorded on May 28, 2026Reach Out Email: bookings@farsight-group.comDisclaimers:The content shared on this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or investment advice. Farsight Group Holdings, Inc, Marketopolis, the hosts and the guests are not licensed financial advisors. Listeners should conduct their own research and consult with qualified professionals before making any financial decisions or investments. The views expressed are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Farsight Group Holdings Inc or its affiliates. This podcast may include paid endorsements or sponsorships.
Transcribe →eToro Co-Founder & CEO Yoni Assia: The IPO Story, the AI Rebuild, and the Future of Retail Investing
2w ago00:45:20Tap to summarizeYoni Assia co-founded eToro nearly 20 years ago with a simple thesis: open the markets for everyone. The platform now has 40 million registered users, $20B in assets, and a target of $1 trillion AUM.He covers the IPO that almost didn't happen (Liberation Day tariffs that caused a volatility spike), how eToro went from 25% to 95% AI-written code in under a year, and why he thinks the $120 trillion generational wealth transfer is a defining opportunity in capital markets.Also in this episode: what banks don't tell founders going public, Yoni’s framework for staying ahead through every technology shift, and why retail investors are gaining access to tools once reserved for Wall Street firms.🔗 Follow MarketopolisMain Site - https://www.marketopolis.com/LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/marketopolisTwitter/X – https://x.com/marketopolis_💡 Sponsors / PartnersPresented by EinrideVisit https://www.einride.tech/🎧 This episode was recorded on May 28, 2026Reach Out Email: bookings@farsight-group.comDisclaimers: The content shared on this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or investment advice. Farsight Group Holdings, Inc, Marketopolis, the hosts and the guests are not licensed financial advisors. Listeners should conduct their own research and consult with qualified professionals before making any financial decisions or investments. The views expressed are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Farsight Group Holdings Inc or its affiliates. This podcast may include paid endorsements or sponsorships.
Transcribe →Sweetgreen's ($SG) Big Bet: Wraps, Robots & a Generational Brand
3w ago00:44:03Tap to summarizeSweetgreen co-founder and CEO, Jonathan Neman gets candid about nearly two decades of building one of America's most recognizable food brands and what it really takes to run a turnaround as a founder-led public company. Jonathan breaks down the transformation plan: new menu items, the Infinite Kitchen automation rollout, and why execution on the fundamentals is the only focus right now. He also opens up on what investors misunderstand about Sweetgreen's TAM, why optimization kills innovation, and the message he'd send to shareholders today.🔗 Follow MarketopolisMain Site – https://www.marketopolis.com/LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/marketopolisTwitter/X – https://x.com/marketopolis_📚Chapters0:00 – Intro 1:16 – Georgetown origin story3:06 – Building a supply chain from scratch 4:26 – People, culture, and the head coach 5:24 – Tech evolution: digital ordering to the Infinite Kitchen7:20 – Growth mode to turnaround 8:45 – Wraps: Biggest category expansion & custom tortilla12:43 – Why Jonathan is still running the company 15:89 – Hard truth about being a public company CEO 25:47 – What investors misunderstand about Sweetgreen 31:41 – All the answers are in the restaurant 36:17 – Companies inspiring the playbook 42:12 – What he'd tell shareholders right now💡 Sponsors / PartnersPresented by EinrideVisit https://www.einride.tech/🎧 This episode was recorded on May 11, 2026Reach Out Email: bookings@farsight-group.comDisclaimers: The content shared on this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or investment advice. Farsight Group Holdings, Inc, Marketopolis, the hosts and the guests are not licensed financial advisors. Listeners should conduct their own research and consult with qualified professionals before making any financial decisions or investments. The views expressed are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Farsight Group Holdings Inc or its affiliates. This podcast may include paid endorsements or sponsorships.
Transcribe →FuboTV Co-Founder & CEO David Gandler: The Reality of Becoming a Public Company CEO
4w ago00:33:15Tap to summarizeWhat really happens when a founder takes a company public?FuboTV co-founder & CEO David Gandler shares the realities of running a public company, navigating FuboTV’s merger with Disney’s Hulu + Live TV, surviving the pandemic, and building one of the biggest names in live sports streaming.From startup risk-taking to shifting founder-control in public markets, this is a candid conversation on media, streaming, leadership, and resilience.In This Episode:FuboTV's journey from a 2015 startup through a pandemic IPO to landing inside Disney's portfolioHulu + Live TV business combination and what it means to operate under Disney's majority ownershipRetail investors, social media and the CEO communication shift: "it's a show me story, not a tell me story"The $300M revenue target, free cash flow, and the long gameFor more go to https://www.marketopolis.com💡 Sponsors / PartnersPresented by EinrideVisit https://www.einride.tech/🎧 This episode was recorded on May 4, 2026Reach Out Email: bookings@farsight-group.com
Transcribe →Celsius ($CELH) CEO John Fieldly on Brand Strategy, Better-for-You Energy Shift, and Growth Outlook
Mar 1200:38:54Tap to summarizeJohn Fieldly, Chairman & CEO of Celsius Holdings ($CELH), breaks down Celsius’ transformation from a turnaround story into a multi-brand energy platform. Fieldly discusses the company’s 2025 financials, portfolio strategy across Celsius, Alani Nu, and Rockstar, and why the “better-for-you” movement continues to reshape the energy category. He also shares how Celsius is thinking about retail execution, international expansion, capital allocation, and building iconic consumer brands.Highlights Include:Turnaround story: From micro-cap restructuring to a $2.5B revenue energy brand portfolioPortfolio strategy: How Celsius, Alani Nu, and Rockstar expand shelf space, pricing, and retail executionBetter-for-you energy: Early positioning around zero sugar, functionality, and wellnessGrowth opportunities: International expansion, retail distribution, and new consumption occasions
Transcribe →Nextdoor ($NXDR) Co-Founder & CEO, Nirav Tolia on Turnaround Strategy, AI, and the “Neighborhood Graph”
Mar 500:52:11Tap to summarizeNirav Tolia, Co-Founder & CEO of Nextdoor ($NXDR) shares why he returned to the CEO role, how the landscape has shifted in the post-COVID and AI era, and how Nextdoor is using AI to improve efficiency, product quality, and local advertising outcomes. Tolia breaks down Nextdoor’s core advantage – its neighborhood graph of 100M+ verified users, and addresses a key misconception: that Nextdoor’s potential is capped rather than under-executed.Highlights Include:Founder comeback: Why Tolia returned as CEO after the stock’s 90% drawdown and his conviction in Nextdoor’s long-term potentialAI as the operating layer: How AI is being used to drive efficiency, enhance the neighbor experience, and improve advertising performance for local businessesThe “neighborhood graph” advantage: A network of 100M+ verified users tied to real locations creates unique targeting, discovery, and marketplace opportunities for local servicesExecution vs. perception: Why the biggest misunderstanding around Nextdoor isn’t the market opportunity, but its past execution, and how leadership is focused on changing that
Transcribe →CleanSpark ($CLSK) CEO & Chairman, Matt Schultz on Building a “Token Factory” Through Energy, Bitcoin Mining, and AI
Feb 2600:51:17Tap to summarizeMatt Schultz, CEO & Chairman of CleanSpark ($CLSK), sits down to trace his journey building CleanSpark into a leading U.S. Bitcoin mining company, and now an energy platform expanding into AI/HPC data centers. Schultz shares the story of going public via reverse merger, explains CleanSpark’s “monetize megawatts” strategy across Bitcoin and AI compute, and addresses common retail misconceptions around long-term execution and shareholder alignment.Highlights Include:From gasification to Bitcoin to AI: CleanSpark’s evolution has always been rooted in monetizing energy infrastructure2022 Bitcoin sale: Reinvesting at the peak into infrastructure while peers levered up created long-term advantageBitcoin + AI: A complementary model balancing grid flexibility with durable, long-term compute contractsLong-term execution: Scalable data center strategy and disciplined contracts drive sustainable growth
Transcribe →Box ($BOX) CEO & Co-Founder, Aaron Levie on Navigating AI in the New Era of Public Companies
Jan 2200:39:02Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Marketopolis, host Matt Joanou speaks with Aaron Levie, CEO & Co-Founder of Box ($BOX), about his early investing experiences, the realities of going public, and the transformative impact of AI on Box's operations and product strategy. They discuss the importance of effective communication with investors, the hiring process in the age of AI, and the future of work as AI continues to evolve. Aaron shares insights on how companies can leverage AI to unlock new opportunities and improve efficiency, while also addressing the challenges of communicating AI's value to Wall Street and retail investors.Highlights Include:• Aaron Levie's early investing blunder: Losing his Bar Mitzvah fund on a cable stock taught him invaluable lessons on risk and long-term strategy.• Box's AI evolution: Not a pivot, but a bold expansion of their mission to unlock enterprise data's hidden value.• IPO insights: Levie reveals why going public is just the beginning of a new, challenging journey.• AI at Box: Transforming product strategy and operations to harness the power of enterprise data.
Transcribe →Surf Air Mobility ($SRFM) Co-Founder on the Future of Regional Aviation
Nov 1900:31:28Tap to summarizeSurf Air Mobility ($SRFM) Co-Founder Sudhin Shahani shares how the company is modernizing short haul aviation through a connected ecosystem that combines regional flight operations, Surf OS aviation software for operators, and the development of electric aircraft.Highlights Include:Building a unified regional mobility platform combining scheduled flights, charter service, and Surf OS (aviation software) Why short haul aviation is accelerating with electrification, hybrid aircraft, and vertical AIEvolving from a membership model to a multi sided ecosystem across the regional aviation value chainA transparent, consistent approach to communicating with retail investors🎧 This episode was recorded on November 17, 2025.
Transcribe →Webull ($BULL) CEO Anthony Denier on AI, Going Global, and the Future of Retail Investing
Nov 1200:33:35Tap to summarizeRecorded live at the Benzinga FinTech Day, Webull ($BULL) CEO Anthony Denier sits down with Matt Joanou to unpack how Webull is using AI to deliver smarter insights, building a global platform, and empowering retail investors in today’s fast-moving markets.Highlights Include:Launching Vega, Webull’s new AI platform for smarter, personalized tradingHow retail investors are evolving — becoming more data savvy and selectiveWebull’s global expansion across 14 markets Lessons from taking the company public and leading through growthBuilding direct connections between public companies and retail shareholders🎧 This episode was recorded on November 10, 2025.
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