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May 6, 2025

What Founders Miss Most: Moataz Mukhaimer on Strategy, Pricing, and Funding Readiness

In this episode, Mehmet sits down with strategy and finance advisor Moataz Mukhaimer, joining from Jordan, to unpack the most overlooked blind spots in early-stage startups. From pricing pitfalls to financial illiteracy, Moataz reveals the top three areas founders consistently ignore—and why getting these right can be the difference between…

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May 3, 2025

Unlocking the Secrets of AI Entrepreneurship!

In a rapidly evolving landscape where AI innovations emerge at lightning speed, speed and strategy are essential for success. Discover insights from serial entrepreneur Steve Endacott on why adopting a B2B to C model is crucial for staying ahead of the competition in the AI space. He emphasizes the importance…

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May 3, 2025

Unlock the Power of Your Life Story with AI!

Imagine preserving your legacy for future generations using the revolutionary Life's Echo! This innovative AI character interviews you, encapsulating your life story across various segments—from childhood memories to personal triumphs. Say goodbye to forgotten histories; document your experiences and ensure that your essence lives on! With options to include photos…

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May 3, 2025

Building Startups That Outlive You: Steve Endacott on AI, Legacy, and Bold Innovation

In this bold and thought-provoking episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, UK-based serial entrepreneur and investor Steve Endacott joins the show to discuss the intersection of AI, entrepreneurship, and legacy. From backing disruptive startups to launching Neural Voice, a conversational AI platform for the travel industry, and Life’s Echo,…

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May 2, 2025

Revolutionize Your Job Hunt: Life Beyond Survival!

Explore the intricate connection between our primal instincts and the modern job market in this thought-provoking discussion with tech trailblazers Garrett Rice and Philippe Cailloux. Delve into the redefinition of survival and domination in today’s world, as they dissect the outdated job-hunting process, challenge the limitations of conventional resumes, and…

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May 1, 2025

The Future of Work is Here: Rethink Your Career Path!

A groundbreaking discussion emerges as tech visionaries Garrett Rice and Philippe Cailloux delve into the seismic shifts transforming the job market. Gone are the days when a sprawling company was necessary for success. With the rise of gig economies and advancements in technology, individuals can now wield the power once…

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May 1, 2025

#464 The Resume is Dead: Garrett Rice & Philippe Cailloux on Reinventing Job Hunting with AI

In this episode, I’m joined by two tech veterans, Garrett Rice (former Apple) and Philippe Cailloux (former Head of Product Design at Adobe), co-founders of Callings.ai—a platform that’s rethinking how we search for jobs in the AI era. We dive into how the traditional job-hunting process is broken, what’s wrong…

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May 1, 2025

The Resume is Dead: Garrett Rice & Philippe Cailloux on Reinventing Job Hunting with AI

In this episode, I’m joined by two tech veterans, Garrett Rice (former Apple) and Philippe Cailloux (former Head of Product Design at Adobe), co-founders of Callings.ai—a platform that’s rethinking how we search for jobs in the AI era. We dive into how the traditional job-hunting process is broken, what’s wrong…

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April 30, 2025

Unlocking the Future: Emerging Tech Insights from MENA!

Explore the exciting world of emerging technologies with Ahmed Mahmoud and Ahmed Elshahawy, leaders of DXwand, as they share their journey from corporate giants to pioneering a groundbreaking AI startup in the MENA region. Learn about the significance of AI and how companies can maximize returns on existing technologies before…

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April 29, 2025

Unlock the Secrets to Scalable Customer Support!

Dive into the inspiring journey of DXwand's founders, Ahmed Mahmoud and Ahmed Elshahawy, as they reveal the game-changing strategies behind scaling customer support without additional agents. Learn how they transformed a financial services client from 3,000 to nearly 100,000 customers while maintaining impeccable service quality. Discover the art of leveraging…

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April 29, 2025

From Corporate to Startup: How DXwand is Driving AI-Powered Business Growth from MENA to the World

In this inspiring episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, I sit down with Ahmed Mahmoud (Founder & CEO) and Ahmed Elshahawy (CTO) of DXwand, a MENA-born AI startup reshaping how businesses unlock growth with generative AI, knowledge mining, and document intelligence. The conversation takes you through their courageous leap…

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April 26, 2025

Uncover the Truth Behind Social Media's Growth Obsession!

Ever wondered why social media seems to prioritize user growth over your safety? In a revealing discussion featuring Tim O’Hearn, a former black-hat growth engineer, insights dive deep into the shadows of social media manipulation. Explore how platforms focus on attracting more users, often overlooking critical issues like spam and…

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April 26, 2025

#462 Framed by the Algorithm: Tim O’Hearn on the Dark Psychology of Social Media

What happens when the very platforms meant to connect us instead manipulate us? In this eye-opening conversation, Tim O’Hearn — former black-hat growth engineer, bestselling author of Framed: A Villain’s Perspective on Social Media — joins Mehmet to expose the hidden mechanisms behind social media addiction, fake engagement, and the…

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April 26, 2025

Are our phones brainwashing us? Discover the shocking truth!

Engagement has become the mantra of big tech, but at what cost? Tim O’Hearn, a former black-hat growth engineer, reveals how the very systems designed to connect us have become tools for manipulation. This compelling discussion sheds light on how our biological instincts are hijacked by technology, leading to a…

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April 26, 2025

Framed by the Algorithm: Tim O’Hearn on the Dark Psychology of Social Media

What happens when the very platforms meant to connect us instead manipulate us? In this eye-opening conversation, Tim O’Hearn — former black-hat growth engineer, bestselling author of Framed: A Villain’s Perspective on Social Media — joins Mehmet to expose the hidden mechanisms behind social media addiction, fake engagement, and the…

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April 25, 2025

Unlocking the Secrets of Healthcare Success!

Explore the intricate dynamics of traction in the healthcare industry as Cameron Sabet reveals the interplay between patient numbers, provider availability, and corporate sustainability. This insightful discussion delves into the challenges startups face with regulatory hurdles and financial sustainability, shedding light on what truly drives success in healthcare innovation. Whether…

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April 24, 2025

Unlocking Billions: The Critical Need for Domain Expertise in Healthcare Startups!

Navigating the healthcare startup landscape can be a daunting journey, but as Cameron Sabet reveals, the key to massively capitalizing on market opportunities lies in domain expertise. With insights from his unique transition from academia to venture capital, Cameron delves into the fundamental questions every founder should consider: How do…

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April 24, 2025

Investing in the Future of Healthcare: Cameron Sabet on AI, Space, and the VC Edge in MedTech

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we dive into the unique intersection of venture capital, healthcare innovation, and frontier tech with Cameron Sabet, a Georgetown medical student and Principal at Multifaceted Capital. Cameron shares his unconventional path from academia to venture capital, and how he evaluates startups…

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April 23, 2025

Unlock Your Entrepreneurial Spirit: A Right for All!

In an inspiring conversation, a celebrated futurist and bestselling author delves into the essence of entrepreneurship as a fundamental human right. Explore the profound connection between innovation and personal freedom, and discover how the desire to create and improve our lives is deeply woven into the fabric of society. Unconventional…

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April 22, 2025

Are We Ready to Ride the Wave of Acceleration?

Step into a world where technology evolves at breakneck speed! This thought-provoking discussion with Sam Rad sheds light on the transformative forces reshaping our reality—not just the changes themselves, but the acceleration that defines our modern age. Discover how groundbreaking technologies like AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology meld together, sparking…

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April 22, 2025

Radical Reconnection: Sam Rad on Thriving in a Post-Human World

In this deeply reflective episode, Mehmet welcomes futurist, bestselling author, and technologist Sam Rad to explore how we navigate—and thrive—in a world reshaped by exponential tech. From AI and quantum computing to deepfakes and biotech, this conversation is less about predicting the future and more about reclaiming what it means…

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April 22, 2025

#460 Radical Reconnection: Sam Rad on Thriving in a Post-Human World

In this deeply reflective episode, Mehmet welcomes futurist, bestselling author, and technologist Sam Rad to explore how we navigate—and thrive—in a world reshaped by exponential tech. From AI and quantum computing to deepfakes and biotech, this conversation is less about predicting the future and more about reclaiming what it means…

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April 19, 2025

Are you on tilt? Learn how to regain control and make smart decisions in poker and beyond!

In this enlightening episode, Mehmet engages with Joel Quintela to explore the concept of 'tilt' not just in poker, but in life. Discover how a single unexpected outcome can spiral emotions out of control, leading to poor decisions. Joel shares personal experiences and actionable insights on recognizing your triggers and…

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April 19, 2025

#459 Hiring Like a Poker Pro: Joel Quintela’s POKER Framework for Better Decisions

In this thought-provoking episode, Mehmet sits down with Joel Quintela, a business psychologist and former computer systems engineer, to break down the biggest hiring blind spots—and how to fix them. Joel shares how psychology, structured assessments, and poker strategies can help founders and leaders hire better, retain top talent, and…

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