Alex Harstrick
Veteran, venture capitalist, and founder of J2 Ventures who focuses on defense tech and discussed AI's role in modern warfare on the episode.
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Oct 5, 2023 • 1h
EP. 105 It’s Lazy To Think The World Is Not A Good Place
Alex Harstrick, Founder and Managing Partner at J2 Ventures, shares his experience as an EMT and how it taught him leadership. He discusses the significant impact the middle layer of an organization can make. Through his time as an intelligence officer, he learned about dual-use applications and creating meaningful returns for investors. He believes in aligning purpose with teammates in VC. The podcast also explores the importance of mentors, seizing opportunities, an empathetic approach in venture capital, and having guiding principles as an entrepreneur.
Mar 2, 2026 • 48min
Strikes in Iran and Lloyd Blankfein Looks Back 3/2/26
Lloyd Blankfein, former Goldman Sachs CEO known for risk management, reflects on his Wall Street rise and market posture. Alex Harstrick, veteran and VC focused on defense tech, discusses AI’s role in modern warfare and the Silicon Valley–Pentagon culture clash. They cover AI-enabled weapons, geopolitical risk after strikes in Iran, energy and shipping disruptions, and governance questions around military AI.
