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The Lobster Talks Podcast by Lobster Capital

The Lobster Talks Podcast by Lobster Capital

By: Gabriel Jarrosson
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Feast into the Startup Hustle with The Lobster Talks Podcast by Lobster Capital! Craving the real deal on starting and scaling a business?

The Lobster Talks Podcast by Lobster Capital serves up raw, unscripted conversations with experienced founders who've been there, done that (and gotten the investor backing!).

Join us as we dissect the triumphs and trials of the entrepreneurial journey, peeling back the layers to reveal the nitty-gritty of building a startup from the ground up. Our guests share their unfiltered insights, hard-won lessons, and practical tips to help you navigate the exciting (and sometimes messy) world of startups.

Subscribe now and get ready to hear honest, unfiltered stories from seasoned founders, uncover valuable insights and actionable tips for your startup journey, gain inspiration from those who've successfully navigated the fundraising game and join a community of passionate entrepreneurs eager to learn and grow.

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Episodes
  • From YC to Viral: Prady's Wild AI Video Bet & the Future of Video Editing
    Jun 24 2025

    What if you could edit your face and voice like a Google Doc?

    That’s exactly what Prady Modukuru is building at Sync—an AI company making video editing fully editable in post-production. No more re-recording. Just fix it like text.


    In this high-velocity episode of Lobster Talks, we go deep on Sync’s origin story, how Prady and his team ship insanely fast, and why their AI-powered content tools are poised to redefine modern storytelling. It's a masterclass in product, research, and distribution.


    🔑 You’ll learn:

    Why the future of video is editable—not generative

    How Sync’s AI makes lip-sync edits invisible

    The secret to shipping faster than anyone else in YC

    What most AI startups get wrong about growth

    How content became Sync’s unfair advantage

    The risks—and responsibilities—of powerful AI models


    📌 Watch now and subscribe for more smart, fast, founder-first interviews.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Lobster Talks

    00:05 Meet Prade Moku and Sync

    00:48 How Sync Revolutionizes Video Editing

    02:49 The Journey and Growth of Sync

    06:44 The Importance of Speed and Culture

    12:44 Content Strategy and Its Impact

    23:23 AI Modified vs. AI Generated Videos

    25:43 Future of Video Editing

    25:57 Challenges in Human Editing

    27:55 AI in Video Production

    28:18 Common Mistakes in AI Video Companies

    30:58 Organic vs Paid Content

    32:00 Content Creation and Distribution

    38:10 Future of Small Content Teams

    41:56 Risks and Ethical Concerns

    49:21 Exciting Developments at Sync

    50:34 Conclusion and Farewell


    🎧 Listen on the go:

    Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4m2K7ah

    Apple: https://apple.co/4cZ8RMm

    My other YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GJarrosson

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    51 mins
  • YC Spring 25 : Is This the Best Batch Ever? X25 Demo Day Highlights
    Jun 17 2025

    The YC Demo Day almost turned investors away at the door — and that might’ve been the point. In this behind-the-scenes breakdown, Gabriel Jarrosson (Lobster Capital) and Laurie dissect the most exclusive Demo Day yet, revealing why this Spring 25 batch could be the best in years.


    We explore YC's most AI-heavy cohort, debate sky-high valuations, and uncover what separates a good startup from a breakout unicorn.


    You’ll learn:

    Why YC Spring 25 had a record 0.8% acceptance rate

    What caused Demo Day chaos at the YC office

    How to evaluate traction vs hype in early AI startups

    Why some investors are restructuring funds just to get into YC

    How to get allocation in oversubscribed rounds

    Gabriel’s method for revenue due diligence during Demo Day


    📌 Watch now and subscribe for more smart, fast, founder-first interviews.


    Chapters:

    00:00 Welcome to Lobster Talks: Behind the Scenes of YC Spring 25 Demo Day

    00:21 The Unique Challenges of This Year's Demo Day

    02:50 Impressive Stats and Trends from the Spring Batch

    04:30 The Growing Influence of AI in YC Startups

    09:03 Investor Insights and Revenue Due Diligence

    15:33 Evaluating Founders and Early Traction

    18:07 The Darwinian Approach to Startup Evolution

    18:41 Revenue as the Ultimate Proof of Success

    21:13 Navigating Competition and Investor Strategies

    21:48 The European Angle and Hot Deals

    23:12 Valuation Challenges and Investor Decisions

    25:27 The Role of Media and Networking in Investment

    26:40 High Valuations and Future Growth

    32:16 Follow-On Strategies and Growth Metrics

    35:22 Conclusion and Final Thoughts


    🎧 Listen on the go:

    Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4m2K7ah

    Apple: https://apple.co/4cZ8RMm

    My other YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCahCIZ9KfmeK4rLosGNYpdg

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    37 mins
  • 90% Lose Debt Lawsuits — He Built the Fix
    Jun 3 2025

    He was getting sued. Now his startup helps millions fight back — and win.


    In this founder-first, no-fluff conversation, George Simons breaks down how SoloSuit is dismantling a $3.5B legal industry — one lawsuit at a time. From bootstrapped beginnings and courtroom chaos to SEO-powered growth and AI-driven debt settlement, this episode is a crash course in building a business with compounding advantages and real-world impact.


    What you’ll learn:

    Why 90% of debt lawsuits are lost by default — and how SoloSuit flips the script

    How George bootstrapped his first product in law school using free court data

    The tactical role of SEO, YouTube, and content marketing in scaling user acquisition

    How AI is being used to mediate settlements and unlock trust in the legal system

    The business model shift that brought both debtors and collectors onto the same platform

    Why growing “slow and steady” might be the best path to building a unicorn


    📌 Watch now and subscribe for more smart, fast, founder-first interviews.


    Chapters:

    00:00 Welcome to The Lobster Talks

    00:29 Introducing George Simons and Solo Suit

    00:54 How Solo Suit Helps Consumers

    02:52 The Evolution of Solo Suit's Services

    04:08 The Legal Landscape and Solo Suit's Impact

    07:20 Solo Suit's $4,700 Giveaway

    09:55 Navigating Legal Challenges and Building Relationships

    16:58 Customer Acquisition Strategies

    25:02 Early Success and First Customers

    25:29 Implementing Payment Systems

    26:49 Growth and Customer Base Expansion

    28:42 Business Strategy and Philosophy

    30:06 Sustaining and Scaling the Business

    36:52 Future Vision and AI Integration

    42:01 Conclusion and Final Thoughts


    🎧 Listen on the go:

    Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4m2K7ah

    Apple: https://apple.co/4cZ8RMm

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    49 mins
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