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Sand Hill Road

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What makes Silicon Valley the innovation capital of the world? It all starts on Sand Hill Road, considered the mecca of venture capital. Join us for insightful interviews from the heart of Silicon Valley with the VCs, start-ups and innovators behind the trending technologies of tomorrow. Hosted by NBC Bay Area business and technology reporter and host of Press:Here, Scott McGrew.

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Latest Episodes

Dr. Christina Smolke runs a brewery, except the yeast isn’t making alcohol. It’s making medicine. At Antheia, Smolke has turned a long-shot Stanford research project into a new way to manufacture critical pharmaceutical ingredients, using biology ins... more

Legendary Stanford immunologist Dr. Ed Engleman helped create the foundations of modern cancer treatment. From early breakthroughs in immune-cell training to a brand-new discovery, Engleman explains how the immune system can now be switched on and of... more

Scott's conversation with Freestyle Capital's Maria Palma ranges from venture capital hype cycles to ethics, engineering creativity, venture regret, and even the art of naming startups (“Cluster Fudge” stays). Palma also offers a personal take on her... more

Gamma co-founder and CEO Grant Lee and lead series A investor Vas Natarajan of Accel are building one of the fastest-growing creative-tools startups in tech. With 70 million users, 100M ARR and just 50 employees, Gamma has become the “anti-PowerPoint... more

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Recent Guests

Christina Smolke
A Stanford professor turned founder, who is teaching yeast how to manufacture medicine.
Antheia
Episode: Brewing Medicine: Christina Smolke and the Race to Reinvent Drug Manufacturing
Maria Palma
General partner at Freestyle Capital, focusing on AI-first companies.
Freestyle Capital
Episode: The Fastest Startup in Tech: Maria Palma on Lovable
Katelin Holloway
Co-founder of 776, focused on investing in women's sports
776
Episode: Katelin Holloway's Billion-Dollar Box Scores
Joseph Alalou
Venture capitalist at Daring Ventures
Daring Ventures
Episode: Practicing Venture Not Performing It: Joseph Alalou’s Outsider Ethos
Jessica Owens
Venture capitalist and co-founder of Initiate Ventures
Initiate Ventures
Episode: Biotech and Bold Bets with Jessica Owens, Inititate Ventures
Navin Chaddha
Venture capitalist and partner at Mayfield Fund
Mayfield Fund
Episode: Entrepreneurship through the eyes of Navin Chaddha
Bobby Franklin
President of the National Venture Capital Association
National Venture Capital Association
Episode: Bobby Franklin’s unkillable movie monster
Casber Wang
Partner at Sapphire Ventures concentrating on cybersecurity
Sapphire Ventures
Episode: How AI is transforming the cybersecurity landscape
Josh Reicher
Physician and serial startup entrepreneur
Imvaria
Episode: Diagnosing diseases and saving lives with AI

Host

Scott McGrew
Scott McGrew is a technology and business reporter with a strong background in journalism and a focus on innovation, venture capital, and the rising tech landscape, particularly in Silicon Valley. He has a renowned ability to extract insights from leading industry figures through engaging conversation.

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 105 ratings
  • Fantastic interviewer

    Scott does his homework on all his guests and comes with brilliant questions. Love listening to SHR!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ambuws29
    United States2 years ago
  • Long time valley veteran

    The best thing about this podcast is they know the host and he knows them. Scott has been talking about the Valley as long as I can remember. He doesn’t just let the industry be full of themselves. He will challenge their hypotheses and business models and they in turn treat him as an equal.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    30 nanometer process
    United States3 years ago
  • Interesting info tho leas interrupting please

    I enjoy SHR. I like to hear about new companies and trends in tech.

    However, having the host repeatedly interrupt the guest (especially when the guest is a woman) and interrupting to talk more about himself or his own experiences, takes away from the show every time, for me. Surely you can do better.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Catarina 1492
    United States3 years ago
  • Informative and Entertaining

    Manages to provide real insight into technology innovation, venture capital, and current leadership in Silicon Valley while also being, frankly, fun.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RabbitSwiftboat
    United States3 years ago
  • He is NBC’s most valuable player

    Insightful questions. Scott is the only reason I watch the morning news.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    49ers 408
    United States4 years ago

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The host's long-standing presence in Silicon Valley contributes to an authoritative and credible perspective in the industry.
There are mixed feelings regarding the host's interviewing style; while some find it insightful, others feel interruptions and personal anecdotes detract from guest contributions.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth questions and preparation of the host, noting a clear connection and respect between him and his guests.
Many commend the podcast's ability to provide a blend of entertainment and serious industry insights, making it both informative and engaging.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Brewing Medicine: Christina Smolke and the Race to Reinvent Drug Manufacturing
Q: How long does it take the yeast to learn?
It can take anywhere from months to years, but once you've taught them, they're ready to go.
Brewing Medicine: Christina Smolke and the Race to Reinvent Drug Manufacturing
Q: What stops somebody from just scooping a little out, you know, Jurassic Park style?
There are controls in place with quality manufacturing partners, and you can't just take it and throw it into your bathtub.
Physics & AI: N47’s TJ Rylander Is Reimagining Engineering
Q: Tell me about Luminary Cloud.
Luminary Cloud is at the forefront of applying AI to the physical world and offers a physics AI factory that helps to collapse the design engineering cycle, allowing for faster iterations and new product developments.
Eugene Malobrodsky's Bet on Immigrant Founders
Q: What's a lesson from your own immigrant journey that you think startup founders may be overlooked today?
It's very easy for immigrant founders to find communities from their country, but they should broaden their horizons and learn from other cultural groups.
Katelin Holloway's Billion-Dollar Box Scores
Q: What are your feelings about the argument that women's teams cannot pay the athletes like the men's teams?
Holloway emphasizes the need for equitable compensation and support for female athletes across various aspects of their careers.

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What is Sand Hill Road about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the intricacies of Silicon Valley and its role as a hub for technological innovation, content frequently features interviews with venture capitalists, startup founders, and industry experts exploring emerging trends and technologies. Topics commonly discussed include advancements in artificial intelligence, venture capital strategies, and the evolving landscape of entrepreneurship, especially in connection with AI, fintech, and visual presentation technologies. Unique insights are gained through personal anecdotes from guests, giving listeners a deeper understanding of the challenges and triumphs faced in the competitive tech ecosystem. The engaging format often combines a mix of serious industry analysis and lighter, personal n... more

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Recent guests on Sand Hill Road include:

1. Christina Smolke
2. Maria Palma
3. Katelin Holloway
4. Joseph Alalou
5. Jessica Owens
6. Navin Chaddha
7. Bobby Franklin
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