Grow Everything Biotech Podcast

Karl and Erum welcome computational biologist and artist Elizabeth Henaff to talk about the invisible yet vital world of microbiomes in urban settings. Elizabeth discusses the fascinating interplay between microbes and city life, explaining how DNA sequencing brings out hidden microbial stories in spaces like subway stations, waterways, and even beehives. The conversation goes into how design decisions influence microbial ecosystems, the surprising microbial diversity in cities, and the potential of art and science to shape a healthier, more sustainable urban future. This episode invites listeners to rethink their relationship with the unseen living world around them. Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing? Learn more at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.messaginglab.com/groweverything⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters: 00:00:00 - Feel the Forest Love: Why Biophilia and Microbes Make Us Happy 00:00:27 - Biotech on a Rooftop: Founder-Led Biotech Tour Vibes 00:02:50 - Tough Times, Tougher Startups: Thriving When the Going Gets Rough 00:03:55 - AI Meets Biotech: Merck Studio’s Recipe for Innovation 00:07:40 - Prompting Ain’t Easy: The Art (and Struggles) of Talking to AI 00:13:58 - Hello, Microbes! Introducing Elizabeth Henaf and the World of Urban Microbiomes 00:18:00 - Who Invited the Microbes?: What Shapes the Microbial Life of Cities 00:21:28 - Designing with Dirt in Mind: Architecture’s Role in Indoor Microbial Health 00:23:00 - Subway Secrets: Swabbing NYC for Microbial Gold 00:30:00 - Microbial Memory Lane: How Cities Carry Their Hidden Histories 00:33:00 - Invisible Architects: Why Measuring Microbes is a Headache 00:35:00 - Bugs in the Playground: What Biodiversity Teaches Us About Health 00:37:47 - Microscopic Urbanites: Microbial Life in Cities, Up Close and Personal 00:38:28 - Black Mayonnaise Alert: Inside the Gowanus Canal Microbiome 00:40:26 - Designing for the Invisible: Creating Microbe-Friendly Indoor Spaces 00:42:56 - CSI Brooklyn: Microbial Fingerprints in Contaminated Sites 00:52:21 - Bee-yond Pollination: How Honeybees Spy on Microbial Worlds 00:58:47 - Probiotic Cities: Reimagining Urban Design Through Microbial Ecosystems 01:03:00 - That’s a Wrap: Microbial Reflections and Open Windows Topics Covered: biotech, biodesign, built environment, living environment, microbiome, research, discovery, brooklyn Episode Links: Henaff Lab at NYU Tandon School of Engineering Founder-led Biotech Tour by Pillar VC Merck Digital Sciences Studio Nvidia's BioNeMO framework  MetaSub Global Consortia Mapping the Microbes in New York City’s Subway System Greener Play Areas Could Boost Kids’ Immune Systems Gowanus Canal Microbe Study Honeybee Hives May Reveal The Microbial Signatures Of Urban Aerobiomes Hacking the President’s DNA by Andrew Hessel⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Have a question or comment? Message us here: Text or Call (804) 505-5553 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GrowEverything website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: groweverything@messaginglab.com Music by: Nihilore Production by: Amplafy Media

Karl and Erum bring on Dr. Alexander Titus, a commissioner on the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology, to explore the exciting and challenging intersections of biotechnology and policy. Alexander shares his experiences from his unique journey across academia, government, and industry, diving into the role of biosecurity, the potential of synthetic biology, and the emerging convergence of tech and bio. They discuss ambitious projects like de-extincting the woolly mammoth, advances in biodefense, and the impacts of AI on biotech innovation. It’s a conversation that sheds light on how cutting-edge biotech could shape the future and the necessary balance between innovation and ethical responsibility. Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing? Learn more at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.messaginglab.com/groweverything⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters: 00:00:00 - Behind the Scenes of Bureaucracy 00:00:30 - Democracy’s Turning Point 00:02:23 - A Fiery Day in Prospect Park 00:04:20 - How Spaces Shape Our Health 00:08:35 - Enter Alexander Titus: Biosecurity Visionary 00:10:13 - Biotech: The New Face of National Defense 00:15:09 - Where Tech and Policy Collide 00:23:10 - The Future of Biosecurity Unfolds 00:28:02 - Bold Science vs. Ethical Boundaries 00:30:24 - Robotics Meets Biotech: What’s Next? 00:33:29 - Hard Lessons from Cross-Industry Giants 00:35:49 - Innovation Clashes with Red Tape 00:36:11 - The Power of Expertise in Shaping Policy 00:42:26 - Biotech’s Hidden Environmental Risks 00:45:42 - The Commission’s Bold Path Forward 00:48:45 - Parting Thoughts: What Lies Ahead Topics Covered: biotech, biosecurity, national security commission on emerging biotechnology, policy Episode Links:  The Wild Life of Our Bodies by Robb Dunn   Geerat Vermeij  BTO - Biological Technologies Office of DARPA  Bioeconomy.XYZ  The Nobel Turing Challenge  Range by David Epstein  NSCEB Interim Report  AI Safety Institute  The Echo Wife by Sara Gailey ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Have a question or comment? Message us here: Text or Call (804) 505-5553 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GrowEverything website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: groweverything@messaginglab.com Music by: Nihilore Production by: Amplafy Media

Karl and Erum sit down with Moji Karimi, co-founder of Cemvita, a company innovating in carbon conversion technology. Moji shares details of Cemvita’s journey from an ambitious vision of industrial biotechnology to solutions that turn carbon emissions into valuable products. Moji talks about the science and impact of reshaping industries like energy, mining, and aerospace, pointing out how important it is to use nature’s processes to advance sustainability. Tune in to learn about the evolving relationship between biotech and heavy industries; a future where carbon waste becomes a resource. Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing? Learn more at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.messaginglab.com/groweverything⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction and Catching Up 00:00:24 - Holiday Season and Social Events 00:01:45 - Pop Culture Collides with Biotech 00:02:14 - Heartfelt Animation: The Wild Robot 00:04:58 - Biotech Meets Horror: The Substance 00:06:59 - Time Magazine’s Best Inventions in Science 00:08:24 - Innovations in Biotech and Mining 00:09:39 - Japanese Wooden Satellites and Space Elevators 00:12:15 - A Thrilling Space Opera: The Reality Dysfunction 00:13:13 - Interview Begins with Moji Karimi of Cemvita 00:21:30 - Pioneering CO2 Utilization: SemVita’s Early Vision 00:30:45 - Navigating Industry Challenges with Biotech 00:36:54 - Oxy’s Bold Vision for CO2 Conversion 00:40:32 - Decarbonization: Overcoming Challenges and Finding Solutions 00:45:51 - Carbon Waste: New Opportunities and Innovations 00:55:54 - Crafting Culture and Building a Team at Cemvita 01:00:28 - Moji’s Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 01:04:06 - The Dynamics of Working with Family 01:06:09 - Wrapping Up: Final Reflections Topics Covered: carbon emissions, carbon utilization, sustainable biotech, renewable energy, future of industry, science news, co2 technology, biotech solutions, green innovation, sustainable products, carbon feedstock, bioengineering Episode Links: Cemvita The Wild Robot  Scavengers Reign  The Substance  Time Magazine 100 Best Inventions of 2024 LignoSat - Wooden Satellite The Next 500 Years: Engineering Life to Reach New Worlds by Chris Mason  The Reality Dysfunction by Peter Hamilton Foresite Framework Oxy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Have a question or comment? Message us here: Text or Call (804) 505-5553 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GrowEverything website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: groweverything@messaginglab.com Music by: Nihilore Production by: Amplafy Media

Rocky Graziose from The Estée Lauder Companies is here to discuss the innovative intersection of biotechnology and beauty. With a background in plant natural products chemistry, Rocky brings an insider perspective on how Estée Lauder is pushing boundaries in skincare and cosmetics. He talks about the evolution of the beauty industry and how The Estée Lauder’s Companies commitment to sustainability through biotechnological advancements like precision fermentation. From pioneering skincare routines to developing bioengineered ingredients that are more effective and environmentally friendly, Rocky is giving us all a look into the future of beauty. Tune in to hear how important it is to combine science, tradition, and consumer needs to drive the next generation of skincare solutions. Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing? Learn more at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.messaginglab.com/groweverything⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction and Casual Catch-Up 0:00:39 - Election Anxiety and Current Events 00:01:53 - DNA Data Storage Breakthrough 00:04:04 - Mentorship’s Role in Startups 00:07:11 - AI as Mentor and Healthcare Aid 00:15:34 - Skincare Innovations Overview 00:16:48 - Rocky Graziose of The Estée Lauder Companies Joins the Conversation 00:22:30 - The Estée Lauder’s Companies Origins and Entrepreneurial Spirit 00:29:55 - Apple Fermentation in Skincare 00:33:38 - Precision Fermentation and New Ingredients 00:37:07 - AI’s Role in Beauty and R&D 00:41:04 - Exploring Skin Longevity Platform 00:44:11 - Startup Collaborations and Ventures 00:49:07 - Biotech’s Future in Beauty 00:52:38 - Wrap-Up and Reflections Topics Covered: biotech beauty, skincare, longevity, anti-aging, prestige beauty, bioeducation, entrepreneurship, cosmetics, nutraceuticals, ingredients Episode Links: The Estee Lauder Companies  Skin Longevity Institute   New Incubation Ventures   Estee Lauder Open Innovation  The Patient Will See You Now Book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Have a question or comment? Message us here: Text or Call (804) 505-5553 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GrowEverything website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: groweverything@messaginglab.com Music by: Nihilore Production by: Amplafy Media

In this milestone 100th episode, Karl and Erum look back on collaborations like the biosecurity event with Andrew Hessel and the U.S.-India Next Gen Materials event, while also acknowledging the establishment of the Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary. Erum and Karl are also joined by special guest Dan Grushkin to explore the evolving world of biotechnology and its impact on society. They talk about biosecurity, democratized DNA synthesis, and the intersection of science and creativity. Dan shares how he went from founding Genspace to launching the Biodesign Challenge, discussing the importance of community-driven science and the integration of design with biology. Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing? Learn more at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.messaginglab.com/groweverything⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ Chapters: 00:00:00 - Kicking Off: Celebrating 100 Episodes of Scientific Exploration 00:00:38 - Looking Back: Two Years of Experimentation and Growth 00:01:45 - Behind the Scenes: The Less Glamorous Side of Podcasting 00:02:31 - Building a Platform: Elevating Bioeconomy Conversations 00:04:27 - Strategic Moves: How We’ve Navigated the Biotech Space 00:06:39 - Listener Feedback: Data-Driven Adjustments and Insights 00:08:16 - Memorable Guests: Highlighting Our Top Scientific Minds 00:12:13 - The Future: What’s Next for the Podcast and Its Impact 00:13:35 - Shoutouts: Acknowledging Biotech Thought Leaders 00:14:00 - The New York Biotech Ecosystem: An Insider’s Perspective 00:15:01 - Biomaterials and Biofabrication: Pioneering Innovation 00:16:54 - Engaging with Our Audience: Inspiring the Next Generation of Scientists 00:19:54 - What’s Ahead: Upcoming Topics and Fascinating Guests 00:24:14 - Wrapping It Up: Final Thoughts and a Big Thank You Topics Covered: biodesign, biology, biosecurity, north star, fashion, materials, biomaterials, sustainability, community biotech, bioeducation, entrepreneurship, movements Episode Links:  Genspace  Bio Design Challenge  TomTex  Electric Skin  Keel Labs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Have a question or comment? Message us here: Text or Call (804) 505-5553 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GrowEverything website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: groweverything@messaginglab.com Music by: Nihilore Production by: Amplafy Media

Erum and Karl reflect on their journey of producing nearly 100 episodes over two years. They discuss the challenges of consistency, the behind-the-scenes work required, and the evolution of their podcast from a simple idea to a platform that amplifies voices in the biotech space. Highlights include their gratitude to guests and collaborators, feedback from listeners, and the growing impact of their conversations, which now extend beyond audio, into video content and live events. As they look forward to the next 100 episodes, Erum and Karl express excitement about continuing to explore the frontiers of biotechnology and science communication! Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing? Learn more at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.messaginglab.com/groweverything⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Chapters: 00:00:00 - Kicking Off: Celebrating 100 Episodes of Scientific Exploration 00:00:38 - Looking Back: Two Years of Experimentation and Growth 00:01:45 - Behind the Scenes: The Less Glamorous Side of Podcasting 00:02:31 - Building a Platform: Elevating Bioeconomy Conversations 00:04:27 - Strategic Moves: How We’ve Navigated the Biotech Space 00:06:39 - Listener Feedback: Data-Driven Adjustments and Insights 00:08:16 - Memorable Guests: Highlighting Our Top Scientific Minds 00:12:13 - The Future: What’s Next for the Podcast and Its Impact 00:13:35 - Shoutouts: Acknowledging Biotech Thought Leaders 00:14:00 - The New York Biotech Ecosystem: An Insider’s Perspective 00:15:01 - Biomaterials and Biofabrication: Pioneering Innovation 00:16:54 - Engaging with Our Audience: Inspiring the Next Generation of Scientists 00:19:54 - What’s Ahead: Upcoming Topics and Fascinating Guests 00:24:14 - Wrapping It Up: Final Thoughts and a Big Thank You Topics Covered: bioeconomy, green chemistry, science, innovation biohacking, pharma, biopharma, longevity, PFAS, forever chemicals, supplement stacks, cell and gene therapy, designer babies, network states, DAOs, lucid dreaming, human enhancement Episode Links: Biofabricate Membership. Join Today. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Have a question or comment? Message us here: Text or Call (804) 505-5553 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GrowEverything website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: groweverything@messaginglab.com Music by: Nihilore Production by: Amplafy Media

Yuji Suzuki shares his journey from economics to leading a biotech company at the forefront of microbial research. He explains how bitBiome is unlocking the potential of trillions of microbes using advanced sequencing technology, and how their work could reshape industries from pharmaceuticals to sustainability. Yuji also dives into the future of biotechnology, the challenges of working with microbial data, and the importance of global collaboration. This conversation offers a clear look at the exciting intersection of biology, technology, and innovation. Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing? Learn more at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.messaginglab.com/groweverything⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Chapters: 00:00:00 - Warm Welcome and A Surprising Introduction 00:00:23 - Yuji Suzuki’s Unexpected Path: From Economics to Biotech Innovation 00:02:45 - Revolutionizing Data in Biotechnology: bitBiome’s Game-Changing Technology 00:05:18 - Solving Genetic Puzzles: How the BitMap Platform Unlocks Microbial Mysteries 00:06:50 - BitGem: Building the World’s Largest Gene Encyclopedia 00:07:53 - From Data to Breakthroughs: The Power of BitQED in Biotechnology 00:09:40 - Real-World Impact: Applications and Groundbreaking Collaborations 00:12:40 - Welcoming Yuji Suzuki to the Show 00:14:14 - Innovating for a Greener Future: Sustainability in Biotech 00:19:39 - Exploring the Untapped Potential of Microbial Diversity 00:25:23 - The Future of Biotech: Yuji Suzuki’s Vision for bitBiome’s Role 00:31:15 - Pioneering Biotech in Japan: bitBiome’s Role in the Synthetic Biology Ecosystem 00:37:01 - Japan’s Thriving Synthetic Biology Ecosystem 00:44:14 - Closing Reflections: What's Next for bitBiome and Biotech? Topics Covered: biotech, bioengineering, single cell sequencing, bitbiome, microbiome, biomes, japan biotech, enzyme discovery, enzyme engineering, international relations Episode Links: bitBiome Culitvarium Houston, We Have a Protocol: NASA's Kate Rubins on Biotech in Space Charting the Unexplored Microverse for Biological Gold with CULTIVARIUM’s Nili Ostrov Twist Bioscience Ajinomoto⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Have a question or comment? Message us here: Text or Call (804) 505-5553 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GrowEverything website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: groweverything@messaginglab.com Music by: Nihilore Production by: Amplafy Media

Karl and Erum are taking us into the world of biohacking, discussing its various definitions and practices, from simple lifestyle changes to more extreme measures like genetic modification. They dig into the growing movement toward improving health, longevity, and human performance, touching on biohacking pioneers like Brian Johnson. Their conversation includes insights on the ethical and societal implications of biohacking that are really thought-provoking, as well as how technology and biotechnology are pushing the boundaries of human potential. Don’t miss it! Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing? Learn more at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.messaginglab.com/groweverything⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters: 00:00:00 - Dive Into the World of Biohacking: A Perfect Fit for the Grow Everything Ethos 00:01:00 - Defining Biohacking: Old School, New School, and Everything In Between 00:02:44 - Cyberpunk Meets Biohacking: How Sci-Fi Shaped the Movement 00:04:30 - Brian Johnson’s "Don’t Die" Approach: Longevity Through Routine and Regimen 00:07:51 - Beyond Supplements: Biohacking’s Expansive Reach 00:12:29 - Gene Editing & Designer Babies: What’s on the Horizon? 00:15:55 - The Rise of Biohacking as a Movement: From Longevity to DIY Experiments 00:22:36 - Biohacker Tourism: Why People Are Traveling for Cutting-Edge Treatments 00:25:59 - Nutrient-Dense Foods: The Future of Food That Does More 00:27:15 - Pharma’s Narrow Focus vs. Biohacking’s Holistic Vision 00:28:48 - Forever Chemicals in Food: The Untold Biohacking Frontier 00:32:54 - Wearable Tech: Your Body’s Personal Data Revolution 00:37:28 - How Biohacking is Paving the Way for Longer, Healthier Lives 00:40:50 - The Ethics of Biohacking: Where Do We Draw the Line? 00:45:24 - AI and the Future of Health Decisions: Can Machines Help Us Live Better? 00:47:07 - Wrapping Up: Biohacking’s Big Future and What Comes Next Topics Covered: biohacking, pharma, biopharma, longevity, PFAS, forever chemicals, supplement stacks, cell and gene therapy, designer babies, network states, DAOs, lucid dreaming, human enhancement Episode Links: A Biohacker Future Compound VC  Union Square Ventures Enhanced Games Biohacking definition from Forbes Neuromancer by William Gibson David Asprey's The Human Upgrade Podcast Bryan Johnson Don't Die Os Fund Oura Ring CRISPR News Medicine What's Your Biostrategy by Karl Schmieder and John Cumbers Biology is Technology by Rob Carlson Hacking The President's DNA by Andrew Hessel The Genesis Machine by Andrew Hessel and Amy Webb Minicircle- Reversible Gene Therapy Vitalia City HairDAO World Class Health Columbia University Aging Center My First Million episode about PFAS SleepDAO Science Validation Network Halo device for lucid dreaming The Next 500 Years: Engineering Life to Reach New Worlds by Chris Mason ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Have a question or comment? Message us here: Text or Call (804) 505-5553 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GrowEverything website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: groweverything@messaginglab.com Music by: Nihilore Production by: Amplafy Media

Karl and Erum welcome Christina Smolke, CEO of Antheia and Professor at Stanford University, to discuss the rapid changes happening in biotech, particularly focusing on the biohacking community and decentralized science (DCI). Christina is developing revolutionary ways to manufacture critical pharmaceuticals using biotechnology. They explore the intersection of biohacking, pharmaceuticals, and emerging technologies. A key theme is the potential of biological processes to transform traditional methods, such as growing plants for medicine, into faster, scalable alternatives. Karl, Erum, and Christina talk about cutting-edge topics like longevity, decentralized research, and biotech’s growing role in addressing global challenges such as drug shortages and sustainability. Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing? Learn more at⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.messaginglab.com/groweverything⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters: 00:00:00 – Biotech Beginnings: Kicking off with the latest innovations in biotech. 00:00:16 – Event Recap Madness: A whirlwind of the hottest biotech events. 00:00:49 – Sci-Fi or Science?: Diving into decentralized science’s wild future. 00:02:45 – The Vital Shift: Key moments from the cutting-edge biohacking event. 00:07:21 – DARPA’s Big Moves: How AI and biotech are shaping the future of defense. 00:09:21 – A Conversation with Christina Smolke: Enter the world of biotech innovation with Antheia's visionary. 00:17:21 – The Manufacturing Dilemma: Tackling the challenges in pharmaceutical production. 00:28:14 – Antheia’s Game-Changing Role: Transforming the pharmaceutical landscape. 00:29:22 – Supply Chain Solutions: Ensuring surety of supply for critical drugs. 00:30:22 – Biotech Scaling Mastery: How Antheia is leading synthetic biology to new heights. 00:35:23 – Government Backing Biotech: Why the U.S. is investing in synthetic biology. 00:39:10 – The Future of Pharma Manufacturing: Leapfrogging into more sustainable, faster production methods. 00:47:39 – Wisdom for Biotech Founders: Christina’s must-hear advice for new leaders. 00:49:44 – Key Takeaways: Recapping the interview with reflections and insights. 00:53:02 – Tackling Drug Shortages: Addressing the global crisis with biotech innovation. 00:54:29 – Closing Connections: Final thoughts and how you can join the conversation. Topics Covered: biotech, bioengineering, precision fermentation, epigenetics, optogenetics, light, biosolutions, cellular control, photomolecular biology Episode Links: Antheia  DARPA Biological Technologies Office  JP Morgan Healthcare Conference DeSciNYC Compound VC Union Square Ventures Unnatural Selection on Netflix Josie Zayner David Cronenberg  Scavengers Reign animated series⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Have a question or comment? Message us here: Text or Call (804) 505-5553 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GrowEverything website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: groweverything@messaginglab.com Music by: Nihilore Production by: Amplafy Media

Christina Agapakis from Ginkgo Bioworks joins the conversation to explore the power of storytelling in science. She goes into the challenges scientists face when communicating their work to the public and the role effective messaging plays in shaping perceptions, especially around complex topics like GMOs and synthetic biology. Christina shares her journey and insights from her time at Ginkgo, and thoughts on how biotech can drive solutions for climate change and the future. Tune in to hear how science and communication intersect in shaping the biotech world. Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing? Learn more at⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.messaginglab.com/groweverything⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters: 00:00:00 - Kicking Off: The Craziest Week in Biotech Events! 00:00:55 - West End Labs BBQ: Meat, Science, and Networking 00:02:47 - Power Moves at H.C. Wainwright Investment Conference 00:04:22 - STEM for All: Life Science Cares Event 00:05:20 - GenSpace Turns 10: A Birthday Party Like No Other 00:07:39 - Red Hook Vibes: Biotech Meets Brooklyn’s Sunset 00:08:24 - Science Communication Struggles: Why It's Hard to Explain What We Do 00:10:21 - Meet Christina Agapakis: The Master of Science Storytelling 00:12:00 - Christina's Journey: From UCLA to Ginkgo Bioworks 00:15:39 - The Power of Storytelling in Science: How to Make Complex Ideas Accessible 00:19:25 - Effective Strategies for Biotech Communication 00:24:10 - Communicating Science Beyond Data: Building Trust and Understanding 00:33:08 - GMO Perception: Why Story Matters More Than Science 36:45 - Selling GMOs: The Public’s Relationship with Genetically Modified Products 00:00:37:41 - Containment & Deployment: Keeping GMOs Safe While Scaling Up 00:39:09 - Climate Change & GMOs: Can Bioengineering Save the World? 00:41:55 - Ginkgo's Evolution & The Rise of Grow Magazine 00:43:40 - The Future of Synthetic Biology: Where Are We Headed? 00:44:57 - AI & Biology: How Artificial Intelligence is Changing the Game 00:46:40 - DIY Bio & Bio Art: The Unexpected Evolution of Biohacking 00:49:51 - Climate Change Solutions: The Biotech Fixes We Need 00:56:19 - Overproduction & Circular Economy: Solving Fast Fashion’s Environmental Impact 00:59:06 - Marketing in Biotech: Why It's Not Just About Science 01:03:28 - Final Reflections: A Call to Action for Biotech Innovators Topics Covered: biotech, bioengineering, precision fermentation, epigenetics, optogenetics, light, biosolutions, cellular control, photomolecular biology Episode Links: Oscillator.bio Ginkgo Bioworks  Synbiophobia phobia paper by Claire Marris Generation Dread: Finding Purpose in an Age of Climate Anxiety by Britt Wray Biology Under The Influence by Richard Lewontin West End Labs Yasmeen Pattie at Easter Egg Management  H.C. Wainwright LifeScience Cares Anthony Johnson Biotech entrepreneur and pitmaster Biotech Without Borders with Ellen Jorgensen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Have a question or comment? Message us here: Text or Call (804) 505-5553 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GrowEverything website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: groweverything@messaginglab.com Music by: Nihilore Production by: Amplafy Media

Erum and Karl sit down with Vega Shah from NVIDIA to explore the role of AI in healthcare and life sciences, and how it's driving major advances in drug discovery and biotechnology. Vega shares real-world examples, from lab-grown cotton to using AI to discover new proteins in the gut microbiome. She also discusses the challenges of modeling complex biological systems and how tools like generative AI are changing the way we approach these problems. This episode is a look at how cutting-edge tech, with NVIDIA at the forefront, is making biology more accessible and impactful. Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing? Learn more at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.messaginglab.com/groweverything⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters: 00:00:00 - Unpacking the Company’s Ethos: Where Innovation Begins 00:00:19 - Biotech Breakthrough: See-Through Mice and the Wild World of Research 00:03:11 - Lab-Grown Cotton: Redefining Sustainability in Fashion 00:04:05 - Inside the Apple Vision Pro: A New Frontier for Cellular Visualization 00:09:57 - How NVIDIA is Transforming Healthcare and Life Sciences 00:10:35 - In Conversation with Dr. Vega Shah: NVIDIA’s Vision for the Future of Medicine 00:12:42 - The Role of GPUs in Accelerating Healthcare and Life Sciences 00:16:28 - AI’s Impact on Drug Discovery: From Digital Biology to Genomics 00:20:17 - How NVIDIA’s Tools Are Helping Clinicians and Improving Patient Care 00:24:10 - Partnering with Cloud Providers: How NVIDIA is Expanding Access to AI Tools 00:28:05 - BioNemo: Revolutionizing Drug Discovery with Large Language Models 00:31:32 - Gut Microbiome Discoveries: The Search for Novel Proteins 00:33:09 - The Challenge of Culturing Gut Bacteria: What We Still Don’t Know 00:35:49 - NVIDIA’s Pioneering Role in Image Analysis and Biological Modeling 00:38:31 - Why User Interfaces Matter: Making Biotech Accessible for Scientists 00:40:38 - Tech Bio Startups: Navigating the Platform Play and Scaling Challenges 00:43:06 - AI-Driven Drug Discovery: What’s Next for FDA Approvals? 00:45:29 - The Bigger Picture: NVIDIA’s Lasting Impact on Life Sciences 00:48:39 - Gamifying Biology: The Future of Healthcare Through Play 00:50:00 - Reflecting on the Journey: What Lies Ahead in Biotech and AI 00:57:46 - Final Thoughts: Engaging the Community in the Next Wave of Innovation Topics Covered: biotech, bioengineering, precision fermentation, epigenetics, optogenetics, light, biosolutions, cellular control, photomolecular biology Episode Links: NVIDIA Vega Shah on Twitter Scientists use food dye found in Doritos to make see-through mice Cell Walk on Apple Vision Pro NVIDIA BioNeMo™ MONAI Recursion Terray Culitvarium Persephone Biosciences⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Have a question or comment? Message us here: Text or Call (804) 505-5553 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GrowEverything website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: groweverything@messaginglab.com Music by: Nihilore Production by: Amplafy Media

Astronaut and molecular biologist Dr. Kate Rubins shares her groundbreaking work on the International Space Station, from being the first to conduct DNA sequencing in space to advancing biotechnology in a unique and challenging environment. Dr. Rubins explains how space affects biological processes, the tools being developed to study these effects, and how these advancements could revolutionize industries on Earth. Her insights into the future of space travel and exploration, including the potential for sustainable life on Mars, offer a glimpse into the exciting intersection of biology and space science. Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing? Learn more at⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.messaginglab.com/groweverything⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters: 00:00:00 – The Next Giant Leap: Returning to the Moon After 50 Years 00:00:18 – Adventures & Anecdotes: Nova Scotia to Space Conversations 00:01:57 – Aliens & Engineering: A Dive Into the Sci-Fi Universe and Genetics 00:05:25 – Space Dreams: Why Exploration Fuels Human Curiosity 00:08:27 – Meet Dr. Kate Rubins: The Astronaut Changing the Game in Space Biology 00:11:43 – The Real Lab in Space: Overcoming Challenges and Pushing Innovations 00:18:45 – First PCR in Space: How Dr. Kate Rubins Made History with DNA Sequencing in Microgravity 00:23:33 – Building for Mars: Synthetic Biology's Role in the Red Planet Mission 00:25:03 – Closed Loop Systems: The Future of Space Sustainability 00:27:41 – Is There Life on Mars? Exploring the Possibilities 00:30:01 – Human Engineering: Could We Modify Ourselves for Space Survival? 00:31:13 – Earth and Space: Integrating Biotech for Space and Beyond 00:34:26 – The Moon Beckons: Our Next Step in Human Exploration 00:35:37 – Unlocking Water on the Moon: What It Means for Future Missions 00:38:56 – Looking Forward: Space, Technology, and the Future of Humanity Topics Covered:  biotech, bioengineering, precision fermentation, epigenetics, optogenetics, light, biosolutions, cellular control, photomolecular biology Episode Links: Kate Rubins NASA The Next 500 Years by Chris Mason ⁠⁠⁠ Have a question or comment? Message us here: Text or Call (804) 505-5553 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GrowEverything website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: groweverything@messaginglab.com Music by: Nihilore Production by: Amplafy Media

Eben Bayer, founder of Ecovative, delves into the transformative power of mycelium technology and its potential to reshape industries from packaging to food production. He shares his journey from a small farm in Vermont to leading a company that pioneers sustainable materials, discussing how biology can be leveraged to create regenerative, profitable businesses. With a strong belief in the power of biology as technology, Eben explains how his innovations are not only environmentally friendly but also economically viable, offering a glimpse into the future of the bioeconomy. Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing? Learn more at⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.messaginglab.com/groweverything⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction: The Intersection of Biology and Technology 00:00:42 - Special Replay Episode Announcement 00:01:17 - The Synergy Between Biology and Technology: Transforming Industries 00:02:01 - Innovations in New York City: Industry Events Recap 00:03:41 - Sustainability Insights from Copenhagen: A Personal and Professional Perspective 00:07:45 - Eben Bayer's Vision: The Birth of Ecovative and Mycelium Technology 00:12:12 - Scaling Sustainable Solutions: Mycelium Production and Market Strategies 00:18:26 - Overcoming Challenges in Mycelium Technology and Global Expansion 00:19:31 - Licensing Mycelium Technology for Worldwide Impact 00:22:01 - Shifting Focus: From Packaging to Sustainable Food with My Forest Food 00:23:55 - Expanding Market Reach: Bringing Sustainable Products to More Consumers 00:24:23 - The Role of Natural Grocers and Co-ops in Promoting Sustainability 00:25:56 - Positive Consumer Feedback: The Power of Mycelium-Based Products 00:27:01 - Future Developments: Innovating for a Sustainable Tomorrow 00:31:07 - Off-Grid Living: A Personal Commitment to Sustainability 00:32:33 - Innovating Transportation: Electric Tractors and High-Speed Boats 00:34:11 - Biotech Inspirations: Must-Read Books and Influential Thinkers 00:35:00 - The Evolution of Plant-Based Meat: Navigating the Hype Cycle 00:36:44 - Reflections on Scaling Sustainable Innovation Topics Covered:  Biology As Technology, Sustainable Innovation, Mycelium Technology, Eco-Friendly Packaging, Bioeconomy, Regenerative Business, Plant Based Food, Off Grid Living, Biotech Innovation, Scaling Sustainability Episode Links: MyForestFoods.com Ecovative.com Eben Bayer on ⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠ Have a question or comment? Message us here: Text or Call (804) 505-5553 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GrowEverything website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: groweverything@messaginglab.com Music by: Nihilore Production by: Amplafy Medi

Karl and Erum dig into the pivotal role of bio strategy in shaping the future of consumer products and sustainability. With insights into groundbreaking innovations—from Cresalon's trauma gel gaining FDA approval to Living Ink's partnership with New Balance—this discussion explores how biotech is transforming traditional industries. We also tackle the challenges of scaling bio-manufacturing, reducing costs, and navigating regulatory landscapes, all while highlighting the critical importance of integrating biology into corporate strategies. Join us as we uncover why now is the time for every company to adopt a bio strategy. Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing? Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.messaginglab.com/groweverything⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters: 00:00:00 - Kicking Off Biotech’s Role 00:00:15 - Breakthrough Biotech Innovations 00:02:26 - Living Ink’s Sustainable Success 00:04:25 - Tandem Repeat’s Scalable Fibers 00:05:45 - The Power of Biostrategy 00:06:44 - Overcoming Biotech Challenges 00:16:19 - Scaling and Regulation in Biotech 00:23:17 - Transforming Supply Chains with Biotech 00:30:45 - Biotech’s Impact on Consumer Goods 00:42:23 - The Future of Biotech in Products 00:43:45 - Final Thoughts and Next Steps Topics Covered:  biotech, bioengineering, biostrategy, consumer biotech, consumer products and goods   Episode Links: Report: 80% of consumers are very or somewhat concerned about the environmental impact of the products they buy Report: 75% of consumer product organizations and retailers turn to regional sourcing amidst global disruption The CHIPS and Science Act Mosa Meat holds first official EU tasting of cultivated beef Episode 73: At the Bleeding Edge: Cresilon's Joe Landolina on Rapid Wound Care Episode 71: Squid Pro Quo: Tandem Repeat's Melik Demirel Reinvents Clothing with Squitex⁠ Have a question or comment? Message us here: Text or Call (804) 505-5553 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GrowEverything website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: groweverything@messaginglab.com Music by: Nihilore Production by: Amplafy Media

Episode Description: Erum and Karl welcome Deniz Kent to talk about the practical and innovative ways light is being used to control cellular processes, offering new possibilities in biotechnology. From sustainable fashion to the future of biomanufacturing, they discuss topics that impact both our personal lives and the broader scientific community. Deniz shares insights on using light-sensitive proteins to revolutionize biomanufacturing, potentially lowering costs and expanding access to life-saving drugs. Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing? Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.messaginglab.com/groweverything⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters: 00:00:00 - The Scientific Method: Uncovering Truth Together 00:01:02 - Nature's Symphony: A Walk in the Park 00:02:59 - Fashion Forward: Innovations in Sustainable Style 00:05:22 - TV Insights: Unstable Season 2 Breakdown 00:08:50 - The Art of Science Fiction: How TV Mirrors Reality 00:12:31 - Museum Adventures and Family Tales 00:14:30 - Spotlight Interview: Dennis Kent of Prolific Machines 00:17:42 - Optogenetics: Controlling Cells with Light 00:22:01 - Exploring the Future of Biotech with Light 00:26:45 - Innovations in Cell Engineering: A New Frontier 00:29:27 - Beyond Molecules: The Power of Light in Biotech 00:32:14 - Mammalian Cells Meet Light: New Horizons 00:37:23 - Making Biopharmaceuticals Accessible 00:39:19 - Planetary Health: Light as a Game-Changer 00:43:59 - Reinventing Bioreactor Design 00:50:00 - The Road to Commercialization: Prolific Machines 00:57:08 - Wisdom for Future Biotech Entrepreneurs 00:59:59 - Wrapping Up: Reflections and Future Vision Topics Covered: biotech, bioengineering, precision fermentation, epigenetics, optogenetics, light, biosolutions, cellular control, photomolecular biology Episode Links: Prolific Machines Lanzatech and REI collaboration Gates Foundation Backs Prolific Machines Have a question or comment? Message us here: Text or Call (804) 505-5553 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GrowEverything website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: groweverything@messaginglab.com Music by: Nihilore Production by: Amplafy Media

Episode Description: Join us for an exciting live recording of the Grow Everything podcast, where we sit down with Ginger Dozier of Biomason to explore how microbes could change the world. From growing bricks to building a more sustainable future, Ginger shares her incredible journey and introduces her latest venture, BIOME Consortia, which is all about harnessing the power of biology to solve big problems. Supported by sponsors like MilliporeSigma, BioLabs, NYU Langone, and IndieBio, this episode dives into the fascinating intersection of biology and technology. If you’re curious about the future of biotech and how it could revolutionize industries, this conversation is packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing? Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.messaginglab.com/groweverything⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction and the Origins of Inspiration 00:00:48 - Launching the Live Event 00:01:26 - Behind the Podcast: Purpose and Vision 00:02:34 - Acknowledgements and Industry Collaborations 00:05:31 - Meet Ginger Dozier: Innovator Behind Biomason 00:07:36 - Demystifying Synthetic Biology 00:10:09 - Understanding the Bioeconomy 00:13:30 - The Biomason Story: From Concept to Commercialization 00:21:52 - Opportunities and Challenges in the Bioeconomy 00:23:58 - The Microbiome's Role in Innovation 00:26:17 - Building with Biology: The Microbiome and the Built Environment 00:27:18 - The Biome Consortia: A New Vision for Collaboration 00:29:16 - Unlocking Microbial Potential for Innovation 00:31:56 - Navigating Bioeconomy Challenges and Innovations 00:35:46 - Audience Q&A: Imagining the Future of Microbial Technology 00:47:56 - Final Reflections and What's Next for Biomason Topics Covered: biotech, bioengineering, precision fermentation, biomineratization, microbiome, biocement, biobricks, biome consortia, bio futures, bioeconomy, climate, sustainability, mining Episode Links: Ginger Krieg Dosier on LinkedIn Biomason BIOME Consortia Biotech.xyz IndieBio Biolabs@NYU Langone MilliporeSigma Have a question or comment? Message us here: Text or Call (804) 505-5553 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GrowEverything website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: groweverything@messaginglab.com Music by: Nihilore Production by: Amplafy Media

Episode Description: Karl and Erum are joined by Ari Wright from Bison VC to explore the world of biotechnology and its intersection with various industries. Ari shares her perspective on the controversial idea of the enhanced Olympics, where athletes use performance-enhancing drugs under medical supervision to push human limits. She discusses the potential of genetic engineering and CRISPR technology for both therapeutic and enhancement purposes and the importance of understanding microbiomes in trees to combat climate change. Ari also offers her expertise on investing in deep tech and femtech, addressing the need for commercial traction and the challenges in these fields. This episode is packed with Ari's insights that challenge conventional thinking and explore the future of human capabilities and environmental sustainability. Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing? Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.messaginglab.com/groweverything⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction: Understanding Ourselves 00:00:13 Paris Olympics Highlights 00:01:10 Simone Biles and K18 Hair 00:01:50 The Controversial Enhanced Olympics 00:02:59 Biotechnology in Sports 00:05:10 Microbiomes and Forest Health 00:07:06 Biotech Beauty Innovations 00:09:02 Interview with Ari Wright: Deep Tech Investments 00:12:45 Climate Change and Technology 00:15:30 Commercial Traction in Deep Tech 00:18:10 Innovations in Mining 00:21:00 Challenges in Biotech Startups 00:24:35 Precision Farming with Genetic Engineering 00:27:20 The Role of AI in Agriculture 00:30:05 Early-Stage Investment Strategies 00:32:43 Exploring Commercial Traction in Biotech 00:34:15 Intersection of Tech and Biology 00:36:04 Innovative Companies in Biotech 00:44:23 Challenges and Opportunities in Femtech 00:48:13 The Future of AI in Biology 00:52:55 Reflections and Future Prospects Topics Covered: biotech, bioengineering, precision fermentation, continuous fermentation, femtech, nanotech, neurotech, venture capital, biotech capital, fundraising, VC Episode Links: Bison VC The Next 500 Years by Chris Mason  1 Trillion Microbes live in a Tree article Allonia company site EPISODE 13: Waste Is A Failure of Imagination. Meet Nicole Richards of Allonia Innerplant Vivodyne Capgemini report Have a question or comment? Message us here: Text or Call (804) 505-5553 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GrowEverything website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: groweverything@messaginglab.com Music by: Nihilore Production by: Amplafy Media

Episode Description: Karl and Erum explore how Northern Queensland is transitioning from its historical reliance on coal mining to becoming a hub for bioeconomy. Kylie Porter, CEO of GW3 - Greater Whitsunday Alliance, shares insights on the region's rich agricultural roots, the innovative use of sugarcane in biotech, and the strategic efforts to build a sustainable future. The discussion highlights the significant role of community engagement and international collaborations in driving these changes. Tune in to hear about the exciting opportunities and challenges faced as the region redefines its economic landscape through biotechnology and sustainability initiatives. Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing? Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.messaginglab.com/groweverything⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Biotech and Decarbonization 00:01:00 - Discovering the Greater Whitsundays 00:03:00 - Strategizing Economic Diversification 00:05:00 - Australia at SynBioBeta 00:07:00 - Sustainability Cuts: Nike and Beyond 00:12:00 - Innovations in Consumer Brands 00:17:00 - Interview with Kylie Porter: Transitioning to a Bioeconomy 00:20:00 - Regional Bioeconomy Efforts and Challenges 00:22:30 - The Role of Sugarcane in Biotechnology 00:25:00 - Collaborating with Queensland Government 00:27:30 - Building the First Commercial Bioeconomic Facility 00:30:00 - Engaging Influential Advocates 00:37:00 - Building Community and Ecosystems 00:42:00 - National and Regional Biotech Initiatives 00:45:00 - Tech Integration in the Coal Industry 00:49:00 - Global Collaboration and Future Prospects 00:52:00 - Sustainable Development and Decarbonization 00:57:00 - Closing Thoughts and Reflections Topics Covered: australia, mckee, coal mining, biotechnology, workforce development Episode Links: Kylie Porter on LinkedIn Caladan Bio Rebel Nation On’s Spray-On Shoe Greater Whitsunday Alliance (GW3) CSIRO Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization Australia’s National Science Agency Have a question or comment? Message us here: Text or Call (804) 505-5553 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GrowEverything website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: groweverything@messaginglab.com Music by: Nihilore Production by: Amplafy Media

Episode Description: Karl and Erum have an informative conversation about the importance of networking. They discuss the philosophy behind building meaningful professional connections and share effective networking strategies. From insights into the concept of networking as an extension of human curiosity to tips like dividing and conquering at events, Karl and Erum give a comprehensive guide on enhancing your networking skills. They also talk about the idea of being generous and genuinely interested in others to foster stronger, more impactful relationships. Be sure to tune in if you’re looking to improve your networking approach and build a robust professional network! Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing? Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.messaginglab.com/groweverything⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction to Networking and Podcast Feedback 00:00:32 Innovative Breakthroughs in Biomanufacturing 00:02:20 DNA Data Storage and the Fascinating World of Aerobiome Mapping 00:06:23 Lanzatec's Game-Changing Carbon Capture Collaboration 00:08:33 Networking Strategies: Stories from the Trenches 00:10:45 Dividing and Conquering at Networking Events 00:12:58 The Power of Authentic Connections 00:15:30 Making the Most of Professional Gatherings 00:17:45 The Role of Generosity in Networking 00:22:59 Discovering Your Interests and Finding the Right Events 00:29:20 Understanding Dunbar's Number: The Key to Effective Networking 00:33:54 Redefining Your Approach to Networking 00:38:49 Philosophical Insights: Networking in the Modern Age 00:43:26 Cultural Differences in Networking: A Global Perspective 00:44:19 Wrap-Up and Engaging with Our Audience Topics Covered: business, networking, biotech, synbio, relationship building, sales, partnerships, social engineering Episode Links: Networking Part 1 episode Mapping The World’s Fungi from Air Samples Lanzatech and Coty collaboration on carbon capture fragrance Electric Skin Never Eat Alone book Dunbar’s Number, maintaining 150 friends Gore company maxes at 150 per plant.  5/25/50: The Secret of the Best Networker Top books on how to network and build relationships Have a question or comment? Message us here: Text or Call (804) 505-5553 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GrowEverything website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: groweverything@messaginglab.com Music by: Nihilore Production by: Amplafy Media

Episode Description: Karl and Erum discuss the fascinating world of biomanufacturing with Michele Stansfield from Cauldron. They explore the groundbreaking potential of precision fermentation and its ability to revolutionize food, fiber, and fuel production. Michele shares insights on Cauldron’s innovative hyper fermentation technology, which offers a more sustainable and cost-effective alternative to traditional methods. The discussion also touches on the company's ambitious plans to build smaller, smarter biomanufacturing facilities globally, and the need for sustainable solutions in the face of growing food insecurity and environmental challenges. Tune in to learn how Cauldron is poised to transform the future of biomanufacturing and address critical global issues! Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing? Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.messaginglab.com/groweverything⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters: 00:00:00 - Sustainability: What Consumers Really Do 00:00:21 - Karl and Erum’s Holiday Adventures and Special Replay 00:00:56 - Exclusive Replay: The Biomanufacturing Cloud Unveiled 00:02:34 - Dive into Biomanufacturing with Edward Shenderovich 00:04:42 - Why the World Desperately Needs More Biomanufacturing 00:06:02 - Overcoming the Biggest Hurdles in Biomanufacturing 00:08:28 - What Biomanufacturing Can Learn from Other Industries 00:10:45 - Capital Challenges: Building Large-Scale Facilities 00:12:00 - The Biomanufacturing Cloud: Making Production Accessible 00:14:30 - Tech Transfer: Streamlining Production Processes 00:16:10 - Standardizing Biomanufacturing: Why It Matters 00:18:00 - Case Study: Success Stories in Biomanufacturing 00:20:15 - Market Friction: Bridging the Gap Between Science and Production 00:22:34 - Game-Changing Tools and Insights from Synonym 00:26:41 - Synonym’s Vision for the Future of Biomanufacturing 00:29:00 - Sneak Peek: Inside Synonym's First Biomanufacturing Facility 00:29:08 - Designing the Future: Facility Challenges and Strategies 00:31:34 - How Standardization is Revolutionizing Biomanufacturing 00:33:12 - Can We Retrofit Old Factories for Biomanufacturing? 00:35:53 - Why Consumer Education is Key to Biomanufacturing Success 00:37:26 - Biomanufacturing's Potential Environmental Breakthroughs 00:40:04 - What’s Next? Trends and Innovations in Biomanufacturing 00:42:48 - The Future is Small: Distributed and Miniaturized Production 00:45:33 - Wrapping Up: Key Takeaways and Future Outlook Topics Covered: biotech, bioengineering, precision fermentation, continuous fermentation, hyperfermentation, australia, orange Episode Links: Enter to win free Oobli Chocolate  Cauldron Ferm  CSIRO Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization Australia’s National Science Agency Main Sequence Ventures Boston Bioprocess Biobase EU Liberation Labs Agronomics  Blue Horizon Planetary Have a question or comment? Message us here: Text or Call (804) 505-5553 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GrowEverything website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: groweverything@messaginglab.com Music by: Nihilore Production by: Amplafy Media