<![CDATA[Build & Break Through]]>Small businesses are the backbone of America, and have a dismal failure rate.

In this podcast, Host Hunter Harris interviews founders, builders, operators, and entrepreneurs, to share their successes and struggles. In his time as an advisor, Hunter has seen the same questions recur time and time again, leading to this podcast. By sharing this wisdom with each other, founders can avoid pitfalls, succeed, and scale.

]]>https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Sat, 23 May 2026 16:28:50 GMTThu, 05 Feb 2026 23:10:35 GMT60R. Hunter Harris<p>Small businesses are the backbone of America, and have a dismal failure rate.</p><p></p><p>In this podcast, Host Hunter Harris interviews founders, builders, operators, and entrepreneurs, to share their successes and struggles. In his time as an advisor, Hunter has seen the same questions recur time and time again, leading to this podcast. By sharing this wisdom with each other, founders can avoid pitfalls, succeed, and scale.</p>episodicR. Hunter Harrishunter@huntersoftwareconsulting.comno<![CDATA[Brayden Young: The SF AI Gold Rush]]>Join Brayden Young, CEO and co-founder of SlashExperts, as he shares his perspectives on the current AI boom, data center investments, and groundbreaking technological innovations.

AI is driving change across industries, and there is nowhere that is more apparent than SF. Brayden shares his insights on the current state of AI & the related investment, and the trajectory of the technology as we head towards the future. Founders, especially those outside SF, can learn a lot about what's really going on in the industry, beyond what's in headlines.

Host: R. Hunter Harris
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/

Guest: Brayden Young
https://www.linkedin.com/in/braydanyoung/

https://slashexperts.com/

By Hunter Software Consulting
https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/

]]>fc181ee5-def1-4af7-a71c-bfb3320ed97bSun, 17 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT<p>Join Brayden Young, CEO and co-founder of SlashExperts, as he shares his perspectives on the current AI boom, data center investments, and groundbreaking technological innovations.<br /><br />AI is driving change across industries, and there is nowhere that is more apparent than SF. Brayden shares his insights on the current state of AI &amp; the related investment, and the trajectory of the technology as we head towards the future. Founders, especially those outside SF, can learn a lot about what's really going on in the industry, beyond what's in headlines.<br /><br />Host: R. Hunter Harris<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/</b></a><br /><br />Guest: Brayden Young<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/braydanyoung/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/braydanyoung/</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://slashexperts.com/" target="_blank">https://slashexperts.com/</a><br /><br />By Hunter Software Consulting<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/" target="_blank"><b>https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/</b></a></p>no00:32:48115Brayden Young: The SF AI Gold Rushfull<![CDATA[Klaas Ardinois: AI & VC Investment]]>Host R. Hunter Harris interviews Klaas Ardinois.

This episode dives into how economic headwinds, recent AI disruptions, and rising costs are transforming the landscape for founders, investors, and juniors alike. Klaas, a seasoned CTO turned advisor, shares concrete insights on why the golden era of subsidized AI tools may be fading and what that means for new entrants trying to carve a niche.

Host: R. Hunter Harris
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/

Guest: Klaas Ardiniois
https://www.linkedin.com/in/klaasardinois/

Mentioned:
https://tokenvisualizer.netlify.app/

By Hunter Software Consulting
https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/

]]>2da47a5f-d517-4d72-9cdc-54967eda7347Sun, 10 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT<p>Host R. Hunter Harris interviews Klaas Ardinois.<br /><br />This episode dives into how economic headwinds, recent AI disruptions, and rising costs are transforming the landscape for founders, investors, and juniors alike. Klaas, a seasoned CTO turned advisor, shares concrete insights on why the golden era of subsidized AI tools may be fading and what that means for new entrants trying to carve a niche.<br /><br />Host: R. Hunter Harris<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/</b></a><br /><br />Guest: Klaas Ardiniois<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/klaasardinois/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/klaasardinois/</a><br /></p><p>Mentioned:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://tokenvisualizer.netlify.app/" target="_blank">https://tokenvisualizer.netlify.app/</a><br /><br />By Hunter Software Consulting<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/" target="_blank"><b>https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/</b></a></p>no00:32:22114Klaas Ardinois: AI & VC Investmentfull<![CDATA[Ellie Fields: Data and Startups]]>In this episode, Host Hunter Harris interviews Ellie Fields, CEO and Co-Founder of Ridge AI.

This episode begins with a discussion about AI, before moving on to Ellie's journey through various startups. We discuss her experiences with both data and startups, and talk about Ridge AI's most recent fundraising announcement and future plans.

Host: R. Hunter Harris
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/

Guest: Ellie Fields
https://www.linkedin.com/in/elliefields/
https://www.ridgedata.ai/

By Hunter Software Consulting
https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/

Created with Riverside: https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv

]]>686f332e-9adb-4c3d-ad0a-967873cc21f1Mon, 04 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode, Host Hunter Harris interviews Ellie Fields, CEO and Co-Founder of Ridge AI.<br /><br />This episode begins with a discussion about AI, before moving on to Ellie's journey through various startups. We discuss her experiences with both data and startups, and talk about Ridge AI's most recent fundraising announcement and future plans.<br /><br />Host: R. Hunter Harris<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/</b></a><br /><br />Guest: Ellie Fields<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elliefields/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/elliefields/</a><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.ridgedata.ai/" target="_blank">https://www.ridgedata.ai/</a><br /><br />By Hunter Software Consulting<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/" target="_blank"><b>https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/</b></a></p><p>Created with Riverside: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv" target="_blank">https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv</a></p>no00:24:08113Ellie Fields: Data and Startupsfull<![CDATA[Kevin Walkup: Sales & Culture]]>Host R. Hunter Harris interviews Kevin Walkup on early sales to enterprise sales, and building an effective culture that underpins success in Sales.

Kevin and Hunter chart Kevin's growth through B2B SaaS sales, starting with the mayhem of a young startup on through to enterprise and exit. Special focus is given to SalesLoft's culture and how it drove success - connecting employees across departments, developing a mix of camaraderie and competition, and pushing individuals to be better. AI adoption in Sales is also discussed, and how companies like Fastlane are empowering the individual with AI to drive their customers forward.

Host: R. Hunter Harris
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/

Guest: Kevin Walkup
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinwalkup/
https://fastlaneai.com/

By Hunter Software Consulting
https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/

Created with Riverside: https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv

]]>96d51e2b-ff2c-42bd-845c-c0bc30f5fa54Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT<p>Host R. Hunter Harris interviews Kevin Walkup on early sales to enterprise sales, and building an effective culture that underpins success in Sales.<br /><br />Kevin and Hunter chart Kevin's growth through B2B SaaS sales, starting with the mayhem of a young startup on through to enterprise and exit. Special focus is given to SalesLoft's culture and how it drove success - connecting employees across departments, developing a mix of camaraderie and competition, and pushing individuals to be better. AI adoption in Sales is also discussed, and how companies like Fastlane are empowering the individual with AI to drive their customers forward.<br /><br />Host: R. Hunter Harris<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/</b></a><br /><br />Guest: Kevin Walkup<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinwalkup/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinwalkup/</a><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://fastlaneai.com/" target="_blank">https://fastlaneai.com/</a><br /><br />By Hunter Software Consulting<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/" target="_blank"><b>https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/</b></a></p><p>Created with Riverside: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv" target="_blank">https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv</a></p>no00:31:29112Kevin Walkup: Sales & Culturefull<![CDATA[Ivan Stefanovski: Customer Success vs Sales]]>Host R. Hunter Harris interviews Ivan Stefanovski about Customer Success & Sales.

In this episode, Ivan and Hunter dig into Customer Success, Sales, AI, compensation, and more. They discuss best practices, challenges, and future trends in scaling customer success operations. Ivan advocates that CS should be the advocate for the customer within the organization, and the wisdom he has to share flows out from there.

Host: R. Hunter Harris
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/

Guest: Ivan Stefanovski
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivanstefanovski/

By Hunter Software Consulting
https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/

Created with Riverside: https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv

]]>f4f3453f-0963-400e-85d8-bb0e96a5f6ffMon, 20 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT<p>Host R. Hunter Harris interviews Ivan Stefanovski about Customer Success &amp; Sales.<br /><br />In this episode, Ivan and Hunter dig into Customer Success, Sales, AI, compensation, and more. They discuss best practices, challenges, and future trends in scaling customer success operations. Ivan advocates that CS should be the advocate for the customer within the organization, and the wisdom he has to share flows out from there.<br /><br />Host: R. Hunter Harris<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/</b></a><br /><br />Guest: Ivan Stefanovski<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivanstefanovski/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivanstefanovski/</a><br /><br />By Hunter Software Consulting<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/" target="_blank"><b>https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/</b></a></p><p>Created with Riverside: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv" target="_blank">https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv</a></p>no00:31:33111Ivan Stefanovski: Customer Success vs Salesfull<![CDATA[Shane H Tepper: Generative Engine Optimization]]>Host R. Hunter Harris interviews Shane H Tepper of Resonate Labs & Retina Media.

In this episode, Shane and Hunter dig into GEO (Generative Engine Optimization), covering what it is, how it differs from SEO, and how founders can go about making sure their products show up in LLM queries. With the rise of LLMs and their increasing use for queries, especially in the B2B space, founders won't want to miss out on this foundational knowledge.

Host: R. Hunter Harris
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/

Guest: Shane H Tepper
https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanehtepper/
https://resonatelabs.co/
https://a.co/d/07odYWq9 (Cited: How B2B Brands Win in the Age of AI-Generated Answers)

By Hunter Software Consulting
https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/

Created with Riverside: https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv

]]>5d361ec1-5155-411b-8f86-6eecb0b39ee1Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT<p>Host R. Hunter Harris interviews Shane H Tepper of Resonate Labs &amp; Retina Media.<br /><br />In this episode, Shane and Hunter dig into GEO (Generative Engine Optimization), covering what it is, how it differs from SEO, and how founders can go about making sure their products show up in LLM queries. With the rise of LLMs and their increasing use for queries, especially in the B2B space, founders won't want to miss out on this foundational knowledge.<br /><br />Host: R. Hunter Harris<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/</b></a><br /><br />Guest: Shane H Tepper<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanehtepper/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanehtepper/</a><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://resonatelabs.co/" target="_blank">https://resonatelabs.co/</a><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://a.co/d/07odYWq9" target="_blank">https://a.co/d/07odYWq9</a> (Cited: How B2B Brands Win in the Age of AI-Generated Answers)<br /><br />By Hunter Software Consulting<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/" target="_blank"><b>https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/</b></a></p><p>Created with Riverside: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv" target="_blank">https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv</a></p>no00:31:58110Shane H Tepper: Generative Engine Optimizationfull<![CDATA[Scott Mitchell: CTOs and Culture]]>Host R. Hunter Harris interviews Scott Mitchell of ATL CTO.

In this episode, Scott Mitchell and R. Hunter Harris explore how engineering principles can be applied to human systems, focusing on bottleneck detection and scaling challenges in software development. Special focus is given to the evolving nature of the CTO role, and culture's importance in building an engineering organization.

Host: R. Hunter Harris
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/

Guest: Scott Mitchell
https://www.linkedin.com/in/smitchelus/

By Hunter Software Consulting
https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/

Created with Riverside: https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv

]]>63d9535d-c515-42ef-b104-e6c3d8378051Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT<p>Host R. Hunter Harris interviews Scott Mitchell of ATL CTO.<br /><br />In this episode, Scott Mitchell and R. Hunter Harris explore how engineering principles can be applied to human systems, focusing on bottleneck detection and scaling challenges in software development. Special focus is given to the evolving nature of the CTO role, and culture's importance in building an engineering organization.<br /><br />Host: R. Hunter Harris<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/</b></a><br /><br />Guest: Scott Mitchell<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/smitchelus/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/smitchelus/</a><br /><br />By Hunter Software Consulting<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/" target="_blank"><b>https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/</b></a></p><p>Created with Riverside: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv" target="_blank">https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv</a></p>no00:34:0419Scott Mitchell: CTOs and Culturefull<![CDATA[Doug Kling: AI's Impact on 3rd Party Recruitment]]>Host R. Hunter Harris interviews Doug Kling of Ratio Recruiting.

In this episode, Doug Kling, founder of Ratio Recruiting, discusses the impact of AI on hiring, recruitment strategies for startups, and how founders can leverage technology to optimize their talent acquisition process. The conversation covers guardrails for AI use, the evolving landscape of recruitment, and practical tips for scaling teams effectively.

Host: R. Hunter Harris
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/

Guest: Doug Kling
https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglaskling/
https://ratiojobs.io/

By Hunter Software Consulting
https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/

Created with Riverside: https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv

]]>205a8804-9988-4937-bf76-0955dc551546Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>Host R. Hunter Harris interviews Doug Kling of Ratio Recruiting.<br /><br />In this episode, Doug Kling, founder of Ratio Recruiting, discusses the impact of AI on hiring, recruitment strategies for startups, and how founders can leverage technology to optimize their talent acquisition process. The conversation covers guardrails for AI use, the evolving landscape of recruitment, and practical tips for scaling teams effectively.<br /><br />Host: R. Hunter Harris<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/</b></a><br /><br />Guest: Doug Kling<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglaskling/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglaskling/</a><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://ratiojobs.io/" target="_blank">https://ratiojobs.io/</a><br /><br />By Hunter Software Consulting<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/" target="_blank"><b>https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/</b></a></p><p>Created with Riverside: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv" target="_blank">https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv</a></p>no00:28:2318Doug Kling: AI's Impact on 3rd Party Recruitmentfull<![CDATA[Jing Deng: Product Management & User Engagement]]>Host R. Hunter Harris interviews Jing Deng, founder of Sparkl one.

Product management is a critical function in any organization, yet many still struggle to understand its true value. In this episode Jing Ding shares her insights on product management, its connection to engineering, and the importance of user behavior analysis. Jing also shares her journey of evaluating various product ideas before focusing on Sparkl One.

Host: R. Hunter Harris
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/

Guest: Jing Deng
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jingdeng/
https://www.sparkl.one/

By Hunter Software Consulting
https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/

Created with Riverside: https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv

]]>c601f1bb-4acc-47be-813c-07d88246a369Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>Host R. Hunter Harris interviews Jing Deng, founder of Sparkl one. <br /><br />Product management is a critical function in any organization, yet many still struggle to understand its true value. In this episode Jing Ding shares her insights on product management, its connection to engineering, and the importance of user behavior analysis. Jing also shares her journey of evaluating various product ideas before focusing on Sparkl One.<br /><br />Host: R. Hunter Harris<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/</b></a><br /><br />Guest: Jing Deng<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jingdeng/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/jingdeng/</a><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.sparkl.one/" target="_blank">https://www.sparkl.one/</a><br /><br />By Hunter Software Consulting<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/" target="_blank"><b>https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/</b></a></p><p>Created with Riverside: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv" target="_blank">https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv</a></p>no00:34:1117Jing Deng: Product Management & User Engagementfull<![CDATA[Sharon Meltzer: Revenue, Onboarding, and the App Store]]>Host R. Hunter Harris interviews Sharon Meltzer, an ATL based revenue leader, investor, and strategic advisor.

Succeeding in the app store requires a multifaceted approach that includes understanding market dynamics, pricing effectively, polishing onboarding experiences, and crafting moments that highlight the app's value.

By applying Sharon's insights, founders can significantly improve their chances of success in the highly competitive app landscape. Her insights into revenue strategy and app store dynamics are invaluable for any founder looking to succeed in today’s competitive landscape.

Host: R. Hunter Harris
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/

Guest: Sharon Meltzer
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-meltzer-486958399/

By Hunter Software Consulting
https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/

Created with Riverside: https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv

]]>64312dbb-44ff-4541-8a75-b004cf9d8684Mon, 16 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>Host R. Hunter Harris interviews Sharon Meltzer, an ATL based revenue leader, investor, and strategic advisor. <br /><br />Succeeding in the app store requires a multifaceted approach that includes understanding market dynamics, pricing effectively, polishing onboarding experiences, and crafting moments that highlight the app's value.<br /><br />By applying Sharon's insights, founders can significantly improve their chances of success in the highly competitive app landscape. Her insights into revenue strategy and app store dynamics are invaluable for any founder looking to succeed in today’s competitive landscape.<br /><br />Host: R. Hunter Harris<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/</b></a><br /><br />Guest: Sharon Meltzer<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-meltzer-486958399/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-meltzer-486958399/</a><br /><br />By Hunter Software Consulting<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/" target="_blank"><b>https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/</b></a></p><p>Created with Riverside: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv" target="_blank">https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv</a></p>no00:42:0216Sharon Meltzer: Revenue, Onboarding, and the App Storefull<![CDATA[Aubrey Flynn: W2 to Consultant to Builder]]>Host R. Hunter Harris interviews Aubrey Flynn, founder of GOALS Media Group. Topics range from the Atlanta tech community, validation before building, and searching for product market fit.

Aubrey emphasizes the importance of market validation early, leveraging community and network knowledge, and timing technology adoption with industry shifts. His experience highlights the power of focusing on core pain points, rapid prototyping, and strategic pivots - valuable lessons for founders at any stage.

Host: R. Hunter Harris
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/

Guest: Aubrey Flynn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/aubreylflynn/
https://goalsapp.ai/

By Hunter Software Consulting
https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/

Created with Riverside: https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv

]]>b2d1d96c-13e5-434d-b1bf-a686ae364f7cMon, 09 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>Host R. Hunter Harris interviews Aubrey Flynn, founder of GOALS Media Group. Topics range from the Atlanta tech community, validation before building, and searching for product market fit.<br /><br />Aubrey emphasizes the importance of market validation early, leveraging community and network knowledge, and timing technology adoption with industry shifts. His experience highlights the power of focusing on core pain points, rapid prototyping, and strategic pivots - valuable lessons for founders at any stage.<br /><br />Host: R. Hunter Harris<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/</b></a><br /><br />Guest: Aubrey Flynn<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/aubreylflynn/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/aubreylflynn/</a><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://goalsapp.ai/" target="_blank">https://goalsapp.ai/</a><br /><br />By Hunter Software Consulting<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/" target="_blank"><b>https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/</b></a></p><p>Created with Riverside: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv" target="_blank">https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv</a></p>no00:30:4215Aubrey Flynn: W2 to Consultant to Builderfull<![CDATA[Makayla Greathouse: Culture, Hiring, and Onboarding]]>Host Hunter Harris and guest Makayla Greathouse discuss the critical role of HR in startups, focusing on hiring, onboarding, and building a strong company culture. They explore the concept of 'people debt' and the challenges that arise from ad hoc hiring processes.

The conversation emphasizes the importance of competency models, the need for effective onboarding, and the significance of trust and vulnerability in leadership. They also highlight the necessity of conducting post-mortems for hiring mistakes and the role of core values in shaping company culture.

Host: R. Hunter Harris
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/

Guest: Makayla Greathouse
https://www.linkedin.com/in/makaylagreathouse/
https://www.elevateintent.co/

By Hunter Software Consulting
https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/

Created with Riverside: https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv

]]>7be7505b-7b1f-4e0a-a954-857d1968e730Mon, 02 Mar 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>Host Hunter Harris and guest Makayla Greathouse discuss the critical role of HR in startups, focusing on hiring, onboarding, and building a strong company culture. They explore the concept of 'people debt' and the challenges that arise from ad hoc hiring processes.<br /><br />The conversation emphasizes the importance of competency models, the need for effective onboarding, and the significance of trust and vulnerability in leadership. They also highlight the necessity of conducting post-mortems for hiring mistakes and the role of core values in shaping company culture.<br /><br />Host: R. Hunter Harris<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/</b></a><br /><br />Guest: Makayla Greathouse<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/makaylagreathouse/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/makaylagreathouse/</a><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.elevateintent.co/" target="_blank">https://www.elevateintent.co/</a><br /><br />By Hunter Software Consulting<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/" target="_blank"><b>https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/</b></a></p><p>Created with Riverside: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv" target="_blank">https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv</a></p>no00:28:2814Makayla Greathouse: Culture, Hiring, and Onboardingfull<![CDATA[Phil Thornton: 1 Year of Vibe Coding]]>Host R. Hunter Harris interviews Phil Thornton, co-founder of Paydax. They discuss the intersection of AI and software engineering, exploring the challenges and opportunities that arise when using AI tools for coding.

Phil shares his journey from sales to software engineering, emphasizing the importance of curiosity, community, and open-source resources in learning to code. The conversation also touches on the common pitfalls in software development, the role of AI in debugging, and the significance of sharing ideas within a community.

Host: R. Hunter Harris
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/

Guest: Phil Thornton
https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-thornton-a27b041b5/ (Contact for AI Finance Podcast Access)
https://paydax.io/

By Hunter Software Consulting
https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/

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]]>fd415fff-1d1e-4206-88f7-711cda74be74Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>Host R. Hunter Harris interviews Phil Thornton, co-founder of Paydax. They discuss the intersection of AI and software engineering, exploring the challenges and opportunities that arise when using AI tools for coding.<br /><br />Phil shares his journey from sales to software engineering, emphasizing the importance of curiosity, community, and open-source resources in learning to code. The conversation also touches on the common pitfalls in software development, the role of AI in debugging, and the significance of sharing ideas within a community.<br /><br />Host: R. Hunter Harris<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/</b></a><br /><br />Guest: Phil Thornton<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-thornton-a27b041b5/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-thornton-a27b041b5/</a> (Contact for AI Finance Podcast Access)<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://paydax.io/" target="_blank">https://paydax.io/</a><br /><br />By Hunter Software Consulting<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/" target="_blank"><b>https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/</b></a></p><p>Created with Riverside: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv" target="_blank">https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv</a></p>no00:36:1613Phil Thornton: 1 Year of Vibe Codingfull<![CDATA[Kolin Simon: Vibe Coding as a Non-Technical Founder]]>Guest Kolin Simon, founder of Pursue Networking, joins host Hunter Harris to discuss vibe coding as a non-technical founder. Kolin has recently started vibe coding to bring real changes to his engineering team, and we discuss his experiences, approach, and views on the subject of AI.

Host: R. Hunter Harris
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/

Guest: Kolin Simon
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kolin-simon/
https://pursuenetworking.com/

By Hunter Software Consulting
https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/

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]]>dc92cc41-a508-474c-8e8e-3b403773b16fMon, 16 Feb 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>Guest Kolin Simon, founder of Pursue Networking, joins host Hunter Harris to discuss vibe coding as a non-technical founder. Kolin has recently started vibe coding to bring real changes to his engineering team, and we discuss his experiences, approach, and views on the subject of AI.<br /><br />Host: R. Hunter Harris<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/</a><br /><br />Guest: Kolin Simon<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kolin-simon/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/kolin-simon/</a><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://pursuenetworking.com/" target="_blank">https://pursuenetworking.com/</a><br /><br />By Hunter Software Consulting<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/" target="_blank">https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/</a></p><p>Created with Riverside: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv" target="_blank">https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv</a><br /></p>no00:50:0512Kolin Simon: Vibe Coding as a Non-Technical Founderfull<![CDATA[Brian Autumn: fCTOs, Niching, AI, & Culture]]>In this episode, guest Brian Autumn joins to share his take on Fractional CTOs, and niching down. We also discuss the impact of AI on the technology field, and the importance of culture on teams you build.

Host: R. Hunter Harris
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/

Guest: Brian Autumn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianautumn/
https://codeandcoffee.org/

By Hunter Software Consulting
https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/

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]]>35c3c94e-d047-4205-bc65-5d0a3600178fSat, 07 Feb 2026 12:07:34 GMT<p>In this episode, guest Brian Autumn joins to share his take on Fractional CTOs, and niching down. We also discuss the impact of AI on the technology field, and the importance of culture on teams you build.<br /><br />Host: R. Hunter Harris<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhunterharris/</a><br /><br />Guest: Brian Autumn<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianautumn/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianautumn/</a><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://codeandcoffee.org/" target="_blank">https://codeandcoffee.org/</a><br /><br />By Hunter Software Consulting<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/" target="_blank">https://huntersoftwareconsulting.com/</a></p><p>Created with Riverside: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv" target="_blank">https://riverside.sjv.io/vDz6nv</a></p>no00:43:1911Brian Autumn: fCTOs, Niching, AI, & Culturefull