SoftBank's Vision Fund loses $21B+, DTC brands struggle + NutriSense CEO Alex Skryl | E1529

Jason breaks down SoftBank's Vision Fund losing $21B+ last quarter and reflects on how founders should approach raising capital from megafunds. (2:11) Then, Jason reflects on lessons learned from the tough DTC space (27:05) and gives a quick Jay Trading update! (36:17). To wrap, NutriSense CEO Alex Skryl joins J+M to break down the benefits of continuous glucose monitoring! (47:37) (0:00) Jason tees up today's solo news + founder interview! (2:11) Jason breaks down SoftBank's Vision Fund losing ~$21B+ last quarter and analyzes some clips from Masayoshi Son's investor presentation (11:31) Microsoft for Startups Hub - Apply in 5 minutes, no funding required, sign up at http://aka.ms/thisweekinstartups (12:54) Jason disagrees with Masa's new strategy and direction and explains how founders should approach raising capital by megafunds like the Vision Fund and differences between how Uber and WeWork deployed SoftBank capital (22:46) Assure - To get 20% off your first Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) visit https://Assure.co/twist (24:06) Reviewing the biggest hits and misses from Vision Fund I (27:05) Lessons learned from DTC shutdowns, how VCs deploy capital in a downturn (34:45) Prometheus - Go to Prometheusalts.com or download it on the App Store and use the access code TWIST to sign up (36:17) Jay Trading update: $DIS, $AMZN, $WBD, $SFIX (47:37) Nutrisense CEO Alex Skryl joins to talk glucose monitoring benefits, biohacking, and more!