Varsity Ventures
Varsity Ventures
Podcast Description
AI and other emerging tools have made it easier than ever for the next generation to start a business. But launching something and building something people actually use? That’s a whole different game.
I’m Hendrick McConnell, and this is Varsity Ventures — a podcast where I interview both rising and seasoned entrepreneurs to uncover what it really takes to create something that lasts.
This show is for teens who are dreaming of starting a business, now or in the future.
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The podcast focuses on entrepreneurship, particularly the challenges and insights faced by both emerging and experienced entrepreneurs, with episodes discussing topics such as turning ideas into products, building businesses with AI, and overcoming startup hurdles, demonstrated by Adrien Treuille's journey with Streamlit.
AI and other emerging tools have made it easier than ever for the next generation to start a business. But launching something and building something people actually use? That’s a whole different game.
I’m Hendrick McConnell, and this is Varsity Ventures — a podcast where I interview both rising and seasoned entrepreneurs to uncover what it really takes to create something that lasts.
This show is for teens who are dreaming of starting a business, now or in the future.
What started with a craving for grandma’s hummus became a movement reshaping New York’s food scene.
In this episode, I talk with Wissam Kahi, co-founder of Eat Offbeat, a social venture that hires and celebrates refugee chefs bringing authentic dishes from around the world to NYC tables.
Wissam shares how his sister’s school project turned into a business, the hard realities of running a food venture, and the lessons he learned about trust, family, and staying financially grounded while building something meaningful.
If you’ve ever thought about starting something that matters — this episode will challenge how you think about business, impact, and risk.
Listen to learn why passion, adaptability, and purpose—not luck—built Eat Offbeat.
You can connect with Wissam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wissamkahi/ and also learn more about Eat Offbeat at https://www.eatoffbeat.com/.
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