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Batt & Shalala The Relentless Podcast
The Relentless Podcast, hosted by veteran entrepreneurs and business partners Anthony Batt and Phil Shalala, delivers raw insights into what drives success across hospitality, sports, entertainment, beverage, and technology markets.
Drawing parallels between elite athletes, mindset and business excellence, we explore how relentless determination shapes many worlds. Our conversations feature professional athletes, business leaders and entrepenures who embody persistence, teamwork, and unwavering drive – qualities that directly translate to business success.
As seasoned entrepreneurs who've weathered both triumphs and challenges, we bring decades of real-world experience to every episode. From spectacular wins to humbling setbacks, we share unfiltered lessons that can only come from being in the trenches.
Beyond the boardroom, we're fathers and husbands who understand the delicate balance of pursuing greatness while maintaining perspective. Join us as we break down the strategies, mindsets, and habits that separate the good from the extraordinary.
The Relentless Podcast isn't just about business – it's about the unstoppable drive that pushes you to keep going when others quit. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting your journey, each episode will fuel your ambition and equip you with actionable insights to elevate your game.
Success leaves clues. Let's decode them together.
Phil Shalala - Founder & CEO of The Critical Co
Anthony Batt - Cofounder Outsider Labs and Wevr
Batt & Shalala The Relentless Podcast
Gorillas and VC Ethics
Is Adam Neumann the Teflon Don of tech bros? In this episode of Relentless, Phil Shalala and Anthony Batt dissect how VC money keeps falling into the laps of the same charismatic (and occasionally questionable) founders—looking at you, Adam. Despite a WeWork implosion of biblical proportions, Neumann is back, flush with fresh cash. Why do investors keep betting on the same wild cards, and what does it say about the ethics—or lack thereof—in venture capital?
The conversation punches through everything from personal resilience to Mike Tyson’s comeback spirit to the internet-breaking debate of our time: could 100 men really take down 1 gorilla? (Spoiler: probably not.)
As always, it’s unfiltered, insightful, and a little unhinged—in the best way. Tune in for entrepreneurial war stories, moral questions with no easy answers, and a reminder that being relentless isn’t just about grinding—it’s about growing.
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