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NYNext

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The New York Post presents NYNext, with financial correspondent Lydia Moynihan highlighting the innovators — including top CEOs and founders — and ideas shaping New York City's future.
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From Reddit to Runnin’: Alexis Ohanian’s Wild Plan to Make Track & Field the Hottest Show in Town!

Alexis Ohanian, in an engaging sit-down with Lydia Moynihan, discusses his journey from a football-centric upbringing to appreciating tennis through his relationship with Serena Williams, though he humorously admits to never picking up a racket himself. He passionately details his venture, Athlos, a track and field event launched to elevate women's sports, highlighting its success in New York with significant viewership and plans for a Formula One-style league. Learn more about your ad choices. ...

Oct 09, 202541 min

Eric Trump Touts Bitcoin as New Gold — And Claims Dad Will Lead the Crypto Revolution

Lydia Moynihan sits down with Eric Trump and American Bitcoin CEO Asher Genoot for a high-stakes conversation on the U.S.’s rapid acceleration in the crypto arms race. From leveraging low-cost Texas energy to fast-tracking a Nasdaq listing, the two paint a picture of a nation charging ahead. Trump slams the Biden administration’s financial policies, hailing Bitcoin as the antidote to “antiquated” and elitist banking systems—and even calling it “the greatest asset of our lifetime.” Genoot amplifi...

Sep 26, 202540 min

From Laundress to Reinvention: Gwen Whiting's Journey in Building, Selling, and Relaunching a Cleaning Brand with Purpose

Founder and CEO of The Fill, Gwen Whiting, discusses the development of luxury cleaning products with the Post’s Lydia Moynihan. Whiting shares why using a private club model for her business development was the right move. She told the Post, “I’m so passionate about my product and my community and I wanted this to be a safe space and I love my community. It’s ironic that I built a private members club from my office in a private members club. What does a members club give you? It gives you valu...

Jun 05, 202527 min

New York's Tech Ecosystem Provides Unmatched Opportunities

The Post's Lydia Moynihan sits down with Julie Samuels, founder and CEO of TechNYC, and discusses the vibrant and dynamic growth of the New York tech ecosystem, highlighting its evolution since the organization’s inception in 2016. She reflects on how New York has become a major tech hub, not only for startups but for tech-enabled companies across industries such as finance and healthcare. Samuels touches on the importance of diverse sectors within the tech landscape, the challenges of attractin...

May 30, 202524 min

How AI is Changing Access to Medicine

Watch Cofounders of Doctronic, Matt Pavelle and Adam Oskowitz, discuss AI’s role in shaping the future of medicine with the New York Post’s William Zimmerman. Pavelle shares that Doctronic aims to create the ideal studio. He told the Post, “The process is really built for anyone who doesn’t have time to wait. In New York I think it’s a three week wait time to see a primary care physician, which is nuts. I don’t want to wait three weeks for the subway, I don’t want to wait three weeks for a docto...

May 14, 202533 min

Wildflower is Shaping the Future of Film Studios

Managing Partner of Wildflower Ltd, Adam Gordon, discusses the future of film studios with NY Post’s Lydia Moynihan. Gordon shares that Wildflower aims to create the ideal studio. He told the Post, “We want to elevate the creative process by having a space that’s fun to be in, pleasurable and enjoyable.” Gordon shares the thinking that went into creating a permanent home for artists to tell their stories. He explained, “This is the first high-performance vertical film studio in the world. So rig...

May 07, 202529 min

Inside Spotify: CEO Daniel Ek on AI, Free Speech & the Future of Music

In this episode of NYNext, Spotify CEO Daniel Ek sits down for a wide-ranging and candid conversation about the company’s journey from a scrappy startup to a global audio powerhouse. Ek reflects on Spotify’s mission to empower creators, the platform’s growing role in podcasting and music, and how they're using AI to enhance discovery, personalization, and accessibility for users and artists alike. From supporting free speech and controversial voices like Joe Rogan, to the company’s ongoing battl...

May 02, 202531 min

Roommates to Revolutionaries: The Phia Founders on Fashion, Tech, and Changing the Game

Lydia Moynihan sits down with Phoebe Gates and Sophia Kianni, the founders of Phia, an innovative fashion app. The two share their journey of launching a platform designed to make shopping for secondhand and retail items easier and more sustainable. The app aggregates various fashion options, allowing users to instantly compare prices and find the best deals, aligning with the founders’ passion for both fashion and sustainability. The conversation explores how their initial idea evolved from a d...

Apr 25, 202529 min

Alex Wang is a Leader in AI policy

CEO and founder of Scale AI, Alex Wang, discusses American leadership in AI with NY Post’s Lydia Moynihan. Wang shares how the United States needs to have a strategic edge to developing AI technology in order to stay ahead of China. He told the Post, “Especially earlier this year with the DeepSeek models coming out of China, I’m seeing personally that AI is extremely competitive between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party. We need to make sure we stay ahead.” Wang shares why he bel...

Apr 22, 202525 min

This stock trading app lets you mirror investment experts and financial influencers

The Post's Lydia Moynihan sits down with the founder of Dub, a mobile-first platform, to discuss the concept of "copy trading" and how the app allows users to replicate the trades and portfolios of successful investors. The platform, which has recently surpassed a million downloads, democratizes investing by offering access to a wide range of money managers, including some popular portfolios like the "Nancy Pelosi portfolio." The founder highlights how Dub simplifies investing by enabling users ...

Apr 18, 202526 min

Meet the man behind the AI studio that produces films at a fraction of the usual cost

The Post's Lydia Moynihan sits down with Brett Stuart, the head of AI filmmaking at Staircase Studio, to discuss the integration of artificial intelligence into the filmmaking process. While acknowledging the fears that AI might replace human actors and creatives, Stuart emphasizes that AI is a tool to complement and enhance traditional filmmaking, not replace it. His studio is focused on using AI to create visually stunning films, such as "The Woman with Red Hair," by combining AI-generated vis...

Apr 18, 202527 min

Meet the woman pioneering egg-freezing, at home

In this interview, Jessica Schaefer, founder of Lushi, discusses her female-led fertility company that aims to revolutionize the egg-freezing process. Lushi’s model offers a concierge-style service where nurses visit clients' homes to assist with fertility treatments like egg freezing, making the experience more accessible and comfortable for women. Schaefer explains her transition from a successful PR and hedge fund career to creating a company that addresses the emotional, physical, and logist...

Mar 18, 202524 min

Ben Francis Built Gymshark from Nothing

Watch the CEO and founder of Gymshark, Ben Francis, meetup to discuss his astronomical success with NY Post’s Lydia Moynihan. Francis shares how his love for the gym motivated him to start his clothing line. He told the Post, “I absolutely fell in love with the gym when I was about 16 years old. It was the first time in my life I felt like I was really getting out of it what I was putting in. I knew if I went to the gym four or five times a week, every week for the year, at the end of the year I...

Feb 27, 202528 min

The man Elon Musk is betting on for X's first business news show

Elon Musk’s X has launched its first business news program — an hour-long daily show starring Bitcoin and cryptocurrency commentator Anthony Pompliano — and its latest investment in original content. Pompliano, who already has 1.7 million followers on X, 300,000 newsletter subscribers and over 100 million podcast downloads for his "Pomp Podcast, sees From the Desk of Anthony Pompliano" airing each day at 10:30AM as an expansion of the work he is already doing. Learn more about your ad choices. V...

Feb 20, 202544 min

From DJ booth to CEO: The Fintech leader transforming retirement savings

Watch Acorns’ CEO Noah Kerner sit down for an in-depth interview with NY Post’s Lydia Moynihan. Kerner explains that Acorns gives users the opportunity to compound savings from daily transactions, and start investing. Acorns prides itself on providing opportunities for everyday people to grow wealth. Kerner told the Post, “How do you make the responsible tools of wealth-making that have been afforded to people who have a lot of money, available to everybody else?” Kerner explains that his experi...

Feb 13, 202531 min

Saie is Defining Clean Beauty

Saie’s CEO Laney Crowell sits down for an in-depth interview with NY Post’s Lydia Moynihan. Laney explains that Saie is a truly clean makeup company that prioritizes quality products, not deceptive marketing. Saie prides itself on being truly clean! “The formulas are packed with good-for-you ingredients. So when you read our ingredient list, it reads like skincare. You feel your skin hugged and hydrated. Nourished, and even brightening over time,” she told The Post. Laney explains how her experi...

Jan 23, 202521 min

Mosaic is Upending Wall Street

Watch Mosaic’s CEO Ian Gutwinski sit down for an in-depth interview with NY Post’s Lydia Moynihan. Ian explains that Mosaic is the world’s first digital deal-modeling platform, which streamlines the work of private equity firms and investment bankers. Mosaic is a workflow tool designed to reduce a multiday process into mere minutes! “This is the Excel of the 21st century,” he told The Post. Ian explains how the company is revolutionizing private equity and investment banking by interrogating arc...

Jan 09, 202530 min

Meet the duo making EV charging as easy as charging your phone

The Post's Lydia Moynihan sits down with the ItsElectric co-founders to find out about their EV charger that doesn't require power from the utility company, how it's being funded, and when New Yorkers could earn thousands by installing a unit on their curb. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 26, 202435 min

Wonder's Marc Lore on GrubHub and Revolutionizing the Food Industry with AI

The New York Post's Lydia Moynihan sits down with Marc Lore, former CEO of Walmart and the visionary founder and CEO of Wonder. Lore discusses his strategy on how he's disrupting the food industry. From his recent blockbuster acquisitions of Blue Apron and GrubHub to his bold vision for the future of AI, Lore reveals how his innovative approach is poised to reshape the way we eat. Will Wonder be the next big thing in food tech? Lore weighs in on what’s cooking for the future of the industry. Lea...

Dec 19, 202431 min

Sit down with the founder of NYC's healthiest social club

The Post's Lydia Moynihan sits down with Dr. Jonathan Leary, the founder of Remedy Place, a social club focused on making self-care a social experience. He opens up about the expansion of the company since starting it in LA in 2019. Dr. Leary also shares how he's determined to increase awareness around the world's most effective wellness technologies and he discusses his perspective on the 10-year trajectory of the industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Dec 12, 202429 min

Inside Amar Lalvani's new hotel in Soho

The Post's Lydia Moynihan sits down with Amar Lalvani, CEO of Standard International, as they discuss the opening of his new hotel, The Manner, in Soho. Lalvani shares what brought him to the hospitality industry in the first place. And he dives into all the aspects of managing a company with properties in 7 different countries and counting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 05, 202439 min

Inside Kenneth Cole's new doc, his social impact, and more

The Post's Lydia Moynihan sits down with Kenneth Cole and filmmaker Dori Berinstein to discuss the new documentary, 'A Man With Sole: The Impact of Kenneth Cole.' They talk keys to brand visibility, philanthropy, running the company since it's gone private again, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 21, 202442 min

Foundrae is a ‘LEGO store’ for luxury jewelry

For Foundrae, it’s personal. From custom medallions to charm bracelets, the New York-based jeweler creates eye-catching pieces inspired by symbols meaningful to each customer. Creator Beth Hutchens likened them to a “second skin” for her clients, which includes Cynthia Erivo, who wore a pair of Foundrae sparklers to the “Wicked” premiere. “It feels like a LEGO store for women,” says The Post’s Lydia Moynihan. She visited Foundrae’s new digs at 777 Madison Avenue, which Hutchens says it’s a big s...

Nov 07, 202440 min

You can bet on it — Kalshi founders give the truth behind election predictions

The Post’s Lydia Moynihan gets the inside track on Kalshi, the first CFTC regulated exchange dedicated to trading on the outcome of future events. Co-founders Luana Lopes Lara and Tarek Mansour dish on the impact this has on the 2024 election, whether it’s gamifying our democracy, why markets and polls are different things and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 31, 202436 min

How this hospital became the set of Netflix series

Northwell Health CEO Michael Dowling talks to the Post's Lydia Moynihan about opening the hospital's doors to cameras, their medical breakthroughs, and why he thinks New York City is well on its way to where it was pre-Covid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 24, 202436 min

Meet the model turned wellness biohacker

Lauren Berlingeri worked as a model and TV host before co-launching powerhouse wellness technology brand HigherDOSE. She talks to Lydia Moynihan about what initially blew her away with infrared saunas, why money isn't her motive, and why she resonates with the city of New York. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 24, 202426 minSeason 1Ep. 16

Exclusive Sit-Down With Catch Hospitality Head

The Post’s Lydia Moynihan talks to Catch Hospitality head, Eugene Remm, about his latest offering, The Corner Store, why consistency is key, and the importance of creating trends - not following them. #nynext #thecornerstore #eugeneremm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 11, 202438 minSeason 1Ep. 15

The $37,000 Robot That's In An Upcoming Nicole Kidman Movie

The Post's Lydia Moynihan sits down with the founder and CEO of Standard Bots to get the scoop on how they're harnessing AI, leading the charge when it comes to American made robotic arms, and appearing in an upcoming Nicole Kidman movie. #nynext #standardbot #evanbeard #robots #technology #artificialintelligence The New York Post is your source for breaking news, news about New York, sports, business, entertainment, opinion, real estate, culture, fashion, and more. Learn more about your ad choi...

Oct 03, 202418 minSeason 1Ep. 14

Exclusive sit-down with makeup maven Bobbi Brown | NYNext

Nothing was off the table during Lydia Moynihan's interview with one of the biggest names in beauty. #jonesroad #bobbibrown #beauty #nynext The New York Post is your source for breaking news, news about New York, sports, business, entertainment, opinion, real estate, culture, fashion, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 26, 202434 minSeason 1Ep. 13
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