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The intersection of technology, startups, and venture capital touches everything now. That’s why Equity, TechCrunch's flagship podcast, digs into the business of startups for entrepreneurs and enthusiasts alike. Every Wednesday and Friday, TechCrunch reporters keep you up-to-date on the world of business, technology, and venture capital. Equity is ranked the No.2 podcast in the Top 100 Venture Cap... more

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The hardware world had a brutal week, with iRobot, Luminar, and Rad Power Bikes all filing for bankruptcy.

Each company faces its own mix of tariff pressures, supply chain issues, and shifting markets, but together they tell a larger story about the... more

Jiten Behl, partner at Eclipse Ventures and former chief growth officer at Rivian, thinks we're entering an era of major re-industrialization in the US — one where factories run on AI-powered robots, not cheap overseas labor.

Behl, who helped scale ... more

A baby was born in a Waymo this week, and it wasn't even the first one.

What started as a novelty story quickly became a reminder of how autonomous vehicles have quietly become part of everyday life, complete with all the messiness that entails. The... more

ElevenLabs has made a name for itself building realistic AI voices.

What started as two Polish engineers annoyed by terrible movie dubbing has grown into a profitable company now valued at $6.6 billion, doubling its valuation from just nine months a... more

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Recent Guests

Jiten Behl
Partner at Eclipse Ventures and former chief growth officer at Rivian
Eclipse Ventures
Episode: Eclipse's Jiten Behl thinks the next unicorns won't be built in software
Mati Staniszewski
Co-founder and CEO of ElevenLabs
ElevenLabs
Episode: ElevenLabs just hit $6.6B, but its CEO says the real money isn't in voice anymore
Masha Bucher
Founder and GP of Day One Ventures, known as the VC Queen of Portfolio PR.
Day One Ventures
Episode: This VC charges $0 for PR, and has 12 unicorns to show for it
Paul Copplestone
CEO and co-founder of Supabase
Supabase
Episode: Supabase CEO on the "painful" decisions that built a $5B company
Dennis Green-Lieber
Co-founder of Propane, an AI-powered consumer intelligence platform based in Denmark
Propane
Episode: The Nordic startup scene has quietly become one of tech’s fastest-growing hubs
Jennifer Neundorfer
Co-founder and general partner at January Ventures
January Ventures
Episode: January Ventures bets AI's biggest winners won't come from Silicon Valley
Deon Nicholas
Co-founder and chairman of Forethought AI
Forethought AI
Episode: Introducing TechCrunch's new podcast: Build Mode
Evan Rogers
Co-founder and CEO of True Anomaly, a space defense startup.
True Anomaly
Episode: From Air Force officer to space defense CEO: Why Even Rogers left to build weapons for orbit
Tim Chen
Solo investor behind Essence VC
Essence VC
Episode: Startups should rethink how they pursue sales and traction, according to VC Tim Chen

Hosts

Rebecca Balaan
Host of Equity, providing insights into technology and venture capital.
Kirsten Korosec
Transportation editor at TechCrunch, focusing on technology and business trends.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 651 ratings
  • Decline under Connie

    TechCrunch and this podcast (that I used to love) seem to be seriously declining under recent leadership changes. Is TechCrunch a serious news outlet, or a PR vehicle for companies?

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Me, Brian
    United Statesa year ago
  • Was my favorite but went downhill

    Equity was my favorite podcast across a number of hosts. However after Alex Wilhelm left the show really declined in quality. I no longer follow the show, but plan to check in every 6 months to see if it ever gets back to its original quality

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    AmitPodcast
    United Statesa year ago
  • Show deteriorated significantly

    Since Alex left, the show has been on a downward spiral, at least to me.

    1. The hosts don’t seem to have deep knowledge in any of the topics anymore. The perspectives they present are so shallow that it’s hard to tolerate if you’re even somewhat familiar with the subject. The last episode I tried to listen to, about drones and biotech LLMs, was so bad I had to stop halfway through. Not only did it lack any valuable insights, but it felt like a group of school kids casually chatting about someth... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Pragmichael
    United Statesa year ago
  • Jaded and cynical, the show has lost

    The hosts clearly despise tech and founders that have reached any meaningful scale. Sad, because this used to be a great pod.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JHTScherck
    United Statesa year ago
  • Literally, WAS my favourite podcast!

    Since Alex left and even from before that, when the show was clearly undergoing its transition to a post-Alex era it started to go down hill. Tbh it lost its flare after Natasha joined…it’s all because the “politik” is entrenched!! The snide remarks aren’t “funny” and the conclusions clearly come from a personal bias with no attempt to neutralise. Mary Ann doesn’t like autonomous taxis - she says this every time - it’s a perfectly valid opinion to have and the team play both sides of an argument... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Beeb fan
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Listeners appreciate the informative and engaging discussions, particularly about startup news and venture capital.
Critiques have emerged regarding changes in host dynamics and content quality post certain departures, leading some long-time fans to express disappointment.
Many listeners highlight the hosts' energy and knowledge, appreciating the mix of humor and analysis in tech coverage.

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Eclipse's Jiten Behl thinks the next unicorns won't be built in software
Q: What are you looking for in pitches in the near future?
I want to meet founders who believe in the transition toward autonomy and how they can build on that to evolve society and the economy.
Eclipse's Jiten Behl thinks the next unicorns won't be built in software
Q: What do you think makes a successful founder in the physical world?
Successful founders must be hyper-optimistic about their journey, but they also need to be realistic about the time and capital required to build their company.
This VC charges $0 for PR, and has 12 unicorns to show for it
Q: Can you give me an example? I'd love to hear like a recent success story of a company that maybe you helped move from stealth to, you know, unicorn status?
Owner, creating platforms for small restaurants, grew significantly after receiving support and resources from Day One Ventures.
This VC charges $0 for PR, and has 12 unicorns to show for it
Q: Do you think that there is some responsibility for tech leaders to shape the future in a way that really takes into account what most of society needs?
Tech leaders have to assess their moral values and strengths to ensure that their visions address societal needs responsibly.
Supabase CEO on the "painful" decisions that built a $5B company
Q: So what's your advice to the founders who are at the beginning of the grind?
Keep grinding. Focus on good positioning and a phenomenal product.

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This podcast focuses on the interconnected worlds of technology, startups, and venture capital, offering insightful discussions tailored to entrepreneurs and tech enthusiasts. It features a mix of industry news, funding updates, and expert guest insights to keep listeners informed on current trends and developments within the tech landscape. Notably, the engaging format combines humor and analytical commentary, making complex topics accessible while maintaining enjoyable discourse. Regular episodes ensure that both seasoned professionals and newcomers in the startup ecosystem can find relevant and actionable information.

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Recent guests on Equity include:

1. Jiten Behl
2. Mati Staniszewski
3. Masha Bucher
4. Paul Copplestone
5. Dennis Green-Lieber
6. Jennifer Neundorfer
7. Deon Nicholas
8. Evan Rogers

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