
About this episode
He founded a VC firm and invests with celebrities like Paris Hilton, Chris Hemsworth and Tom Brady.
In this high-energy conversation, Marshall Sandman shares his journey from Goldman Sachs and WarnerMedia to launching Animal Capital with Griffin Johnson and Noah Beck. From having a Kentucky Derby horse named after him to investing in billion-dollar companies like Whatnot and Colossal Biosciences, Marshall dives deep into what it takes to succeed in venture capital. He shares details on the deals Animal Capital are involved in and how he's had the opportunity to help Paris Hilton, Tom Brady, Chris Hemsworth and so many more celebrities invest in startups. He breaks down why grit matters more than credentials, how cold outreach built his network, and why obsession is the key to building lasting businesses. This episode is packed with insights on startups, investing, celebrity partnerships, and the hustle behind turning bold ideas into reality.
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