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About the Podcast
The Tech Optimist podcast focuses on the intersection of technology, entrepreneurship, and innovation. True to our name, we are passionate about technology and its potential to drive positive change. We explore our lane through interviews with startup founders, VCs, and futurists; discussions of new innovations; and reviews of trends in tech and venture.

The show is produced by Alumni Ventures, which has been ranked as a "Top 20 Venture Firm" by CB Insights (2024) and as one of the Most Active Venture Firms in the US by PitchBook (2018-2024).

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