High Five Energy Founders
Claim This Podcastby Jeffrey Chernick
Podcast Overview
<p>Host Jeffrey Chernick, a serial entrepreneur and investor, sits down with the world's top founders to unpack how they build, scale, and think. Featuring legendary entrepreneurs behind $200B+ in exits and IPOs—from Google AdSense to Prodege, Kiva to Telesign. Each episode reveals the pivots, failures, and mindset shifts behind iconic companies. Discover High Five Energy: the magnetic flow state where doors open, the right people show up, and opportunities align. Tools and inspiration for entrepreneurs at every stage. New episodes weekly. </p><p>Follow @H5Efounders</p>
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1/26/2026
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- What is High Five Energy Founders?
<p>Host Jeffrey Chernick, a serial entrepreneur and investor, sits down with the world's top founders to unpack how they build, scale, and think. Featuring legendary entrepreneurs behind $200B+ in exits and IPOs—from Google AdSense to Prodege, Kiva to Telesign. Each episode reveals the pivots, failures, and mindset shifts behind iconic companies. Discover High Five Energy: the magnetic flow state where doors open, the right people show up, and opportunities align. Tools and inspiration for entrepreneurs at every stage. New episodes weekly. </p><p>Follow @H5Efounders</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
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