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We sit down with Barry Stamos, a post-exit founder and investor focused on bold, world-changing companies. Barry shares his journey from corporate consultant to tech founder, detailing his early struggles, successful exits, and how he now supports other entrepreneurs through Supernova, a collective of exited founders backing groundbreaking startups. We explore his investments in companies like Colossal Biosciences, Apollo Neuro, and Brain Ritual, discuss the role of purpose-driven businesses, and dive into the unexpected impact of Ayahuasca on his personal and professional life. Plus, a surprise moment during the interview makes this episode one for the books.
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Chapters:
[00:00:00] Welcome Barry Stamos
[00:00:30] Leaving Corporate to Build Startups
[00:02:00] The Matrix and a Life Pivot
[00:04:00] Early Startup Struggles
[00:05:30] Building a Billion-Dollar Exit
[00:06:45] Burnout and the Founder Mindset
[00:08:30] Investing Instead of Operating
[00:10:15] Supernova’s Founder-Led Investments
[00:12:45] What Makes Startups Thrive?
[00:14:15] Founders Helping Founders
[00:15:45] Tuff & Needle vs. Casper
[00:17:30] Colossal’s Mission to End Extinction
[00:19:15] The Power of Moonshot Ideas
[00:22:00] The Future of Biotechnology
[00:24:00] Apollo Neuro and the Science of Vibration
[00:27:00] Using Tech to Solve Human Problems
[00:28:45] Brain Ritual: Tackling Migraines
[00:30:00] Balancing Freedom and Purpose
[00:32:30] The Infinite Search for Fulfillment
[00:35:00] First Ayahuasca Experience
[00:37:00] A Life-Changing Surprise Announcement
[00:39:45] The Power of Collaboration
[00:41:00] Where to Find Barry Stamos
[00:00:30] Leaving Corporate to Build Startups
[00:02:00] The Matrix and a Life Pivot
[00:04:00] Early Startup Struggles
[00:05:30] Building a Billion-Dollar Exit
[00:06:45] Burnout and the Founder Mindset
[00:08:30] Investing Instead of Operating
[00:10:15] Supernova’s Founder-Led Investments
[00:12:45] What Makes Startups Thrive?
[00:14:15] Founders Helping Founders
[00:15:45] Tuff & Needle vs. Casper
[00:17:30] Colossal’s Mission to End Extinction
[00:19:15] The Power of Moonshot Ideas
[00:22:00] The Future of Biotechnology
[00:24:00] Apollo Neuro and the Science of Vibration
[00:27:00] Using Tech to Solve Human Problems
[00:28:45] Brain Ritual: Tackling Migraines
[00:30:00] Balancing Freedom and Purpose
[00:32:30] The Infinite Search for Fulfillment
[00:35:00] First Ayahuasca Experience
[00:37:00] A Life-Changing Surprise Announcement
[00:39:45] The Power of Collaboration
[00:41:00] Where to Find Barry Stamos
Barry's Stuff:
Barry's Speaker Website: https://barrystamos.com/
Supernova: https://1supernova.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bstamos/
My Stuff:
Podcast: https://www.madeitpod.com/
Website: https://www.connortomkies.com/
X: https://twitter.com/ConnorTomkies
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/connortomkies/
Barry's Speaker Website: https://barrystamos.com/
Supernova: https://1supernova.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bstamos/
My Stuff:
Podcast: https://www.madeitpod.com/
Website: https://www.connortomkies.com/
X: https://twitter.com/ConnorTomkies
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/connortomkies/
Creators and Guests
What is Made It with Connor Tomkies?
"Made It" is a podcast hosted by Connor Tomkies that delves into the journeys of successful entrepreneurs who have not only built and exited their companies, but who are writing the next chapter of their journeys. The show focuses on the unique challenges and lessons learned while moving beyond the exit, offering insights and strategies for listeners aiming to grow their own businesses. Through engaging conversations with various guests, the podcast provides a blend of motivational stories, practical advice, and insider tips on entrepreneurship, business growth, and personal development.