Joys of Compounding

Joys of Compounding

Author: Colossus | Investing & Business Podcasts Language: English Episodes: 48
Hosted by Colossus, Joys of Compounding moves far beyond a standard business podcast. It operates more like an ongoing conversation, or a 'podclass,' where the fundamental principle of compounding-the powerful effect of small, consistent gains over time-is examined through a remarkably wide lens. You'll hear from legendary investors and entrepreneurs, of course, but the dialogue intentionally expands to include thinkers from entirely different disciplines: top academics, elite athletes, and visionary artists. Each guest brings a unique perspective on how incremental progress, relentless learning, and patient dedication build into extraordinary outcomes, whether in building wealth, mastering a craft, or developing a meaningful life. The discussions are deep, personal, and often surprising, revealing the universal patterns that lead to lasting success. This isn't about quick tips or market noise; it's about the foundational habits and mental models that create value that multiplies. By exploring these diverse stories, the podcast provides a richer, more nuanced understanding of how compounding works in practice, offering listeners not just investment insight but a broader framework for thoughtful growth. Tune in for conversations that challenge conventional wisdom and illuminate the profound joys found in a long-term, compounding approach to work and life.
Episodes
Patrick Griffin - The Lessons of History - [Joys of Compounding, EP.23] [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:17:15
Today’s teacher is renowned historian Patrick Griffin. Patrick is the former chair of the Department of History at the University of Notre Dame. In 2021, he was named the Harold Vivian Harmsworth Visiting Professor of Am…
Rich Wong - The Art of Accel-ing - [Joys of Compounding, EP.22] [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:17:15
Today's teacher is Rich Wong, general partner at renowned venture firm Accel. Rich is a very special investor and leader, and he spent many years as an operator prior to his time in VC. What was going to be a short stint…
Ravi Gupta - Bring Joy - [Joys of Compounding, EP.21] [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:25:49
Today's teacher is Ravi Gupta, a partner at renowned venture firm Sequoia Capital. Ravi has had a fascinating and meandering career on his way to becoming a VC, from consulting at McKinsey to private equity at KKR to ope…
Acquired - From Obsession to Profession [Art of Investing, REPLAY] [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:38:27
Today we are replaying our classroom session with Ben Gilbert and David Rosenthal, founders of Acquired, the podcasting sensation telling the stories and strategies of the world's great companies. In this episode, we tur…
Ho Nam - Lessons in Venturing Differently - [Art of Investing, REPLAY] [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:45:58
Today, we are replaying our conversation with Ho Nam, co-founder of Altos Ventures. As the numbers go, Altos is one of the greatest venture capital firms of the last quarter century. We unpack Ho's origin story and the v…
Marcus Freeman - Choose Hard, Choose Love - [Art of Investing, EP.19] [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:10
Today’s teacher is Marcus Freeman, Head Football Coach at the University of Notre Dame. We discuss the power of relationships and how he talks with his players about the concepts of hard work and love, and we delve into…
Mitch Rales - The Art of Compounding - [Art of Investing, EP.18] [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:07:31
Today’s teacher is Mitch Rales, one of the most iconic business builders and philanthropists of our time. Consider that Danaher has annualized at over 21% for four decades, resulting in an 1800-times multiple on invested…