The Next Next
The Next Next
Podcast Description
A podcast that chronicles one experienced founder's exploration into how AI is changing how startups get built and funded, as well as how we live and work more generally. Episodes are interview-style, guests come from a wide range of relevant backgrounds, and discussions are lively, informative, and sometimes amusing.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast delves into themes such as AI innovations in entrepreneurship, shifts in work dynamics, and new business models. Examples include discussions on AI integration in software development with guests like Sahil Lavingia, and the intersection of AI and gaming featuring Kayla Comalli. The show addresses how AI influences venture capital and productivity.
Puck Academy is a show and newsletter exploring how hockey players grow — on and off the ice. Each week, we share conversations with coaches, players, and experts about the habits, mindset, and development process that lead to peak performance. Our mission is to help players and families make sense of the journey — what matters, what doesn’t, and how to navigate it all with purpose.
How It Works
🎙 The Podcast — Smart, practical conversations with the people shaping player development.
✉️ The Newsletter — Weekly highlights and reflections to help players and parents learn together.
Together, they form a growing library of ideas and stories for anyone serious about getting better — and helping others do the same.
Hosted by Jason Jacobs
Jason Jacobs is a lifelong builder, parent, and student of development — exploring how people and systems improve over time. Through Puck Academy, he’s combining a love of hockey with a passion for learning, growth, and making sense of how players reach their fullest form.
In this episode of Puck Academy, host Jason Jacobs interviews Mike Snee, Vice President of Foundation and Community Relations for the Minnesota Wild. Mike speaks about his extensive career in hockey, including his tenure as Executive Director of College Hockey Inc. and Minnesota Hockey. He discusses the unique community-oriented model of hockey in Minnesota, emphasizing the importance of public ice facilities and local participation. The conversation also explores the challenges of maintaining this model amidst the privatization of youth sports, and why it is crucial to preserving and growing the sport in Minnesota. Additionally, Mike explains the new ‘Skate It Forward’ initiative aimed at making hockey more accessible and ensuring continuous player participation across the state.
00:00 Introduction to Puck Academy
00:15 Meet Mike Snee: A Hockey Visionary
01:34 Mike’s Journey in Hockey
01:58 The Minnesota Hockey Model
02:06 Community vs. Privatized Youth Sports
06:20 Mike’s Early Life and Hockey Passion
12:07 The State of Hockey: Minnesota’s Unique Approach
23:05 The Role of Community Ice Facilities
30:38 Comparing Rink Ownership Models: Massachusetts vs. Minnesota
32:20 Philanthropy in Minnesota Hockey: The Skated Forward Initiative
33:52 Making Hockey Accessible: Overcoming Cost Barriers
36:35 The Big Wild Program: Introducing Kids to Hockey
38:14 The Minnesota Model: Community-Based Hockey Development
39:44 Historical Context: The Evolution of Hockey in Minnesota
43:16 Challenges and Opportunities: Privatized vs. Community Hockey
45:38 The Importance of Youth Participation in Hockey
47:48 Minnesota’s Success: Producing Top-Level Hockey Players
56:38 Concluding Thoughts: The Future of Minnesota Hockey
Note: Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com).
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