The Startup Podcast

A Podcast for Founders

The Startup Podcast dives deep on the topics that matter to building a Silicon Valley style startup. Created by founders, for founders.

Each "Edu" episode is a mini-masterclass on a topic. Each "Reacts" episode unpacks the latest tech news and trends.

Recent Episodes

Dec. 16, 2024

Best of 2024 #1 – 5 Biggest Team Building Mistakes w/ Netflix Legend Patty McCord

As we head into 2025, we're looking back on our most popular episodes of 2024. This episode was originally published on June 17, 2024. How do the best founders build exceptional teams? Learn how a practical approach to HR ca…
Dec. 11, 2024

Insiders React: OpenAI’s Christmas Announcements + David Sacks’ Plans for Bitcoin & AI, Could OpenAI Buy Chrome?

How will OpenAI’s boldest moves reshape the startup world? OpenAI’s 12 Days of Ship-mas is rewriting the playbook on AI innovation and monetization. But what does it mean for startups and founders? From ChatGPT Pro’s $200 ti…
Dec. 9, 2024

First Principles Thinking - Don’t Doom Yourself to Mediocrity (Replay)

Disrupt or Digitize? The Art of Breaking the Status Quo Why do some startups revolutionize entire industries while others just digitize legacy processes? Disruption isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a mindset and one that too many…
Dec. 4, 2024

Investing & Fundraising - The Truth About VC w/ Nick Crocker (Replay)

How much value do VCs truly bring beyond their capital? And what makes the difference between a supportive partnership and a dysfunctional founder-investor relationship? In this episode, Chris Saad and Yaniv Bernstein welcom…
Dec. 2, 2024

Product-Market Fit – 5 Proven Steps to Exponential Growth w/ Pablo Srugo

What does it really take to achieve product-market fit? For many founders, this critical milestone feels elusive, shrouded in myths and misconceptions that derail even the most promising startups. In this episode, Chris Saad…