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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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Darian Shirazi
CEO/Founder of Gradient Ventures, investor with a focus on AI infrastructure and deep tech
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Episode: Gradient Ventures Darian Shirazi on AI, Moats and China
Andy Chen
Founder of Outcast Ventures, previously at Kleiner Perkins and Coatue
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Episode: Andy Chen: The Convenient Cofounder Penalty
PR Yu
Solo general partner, Yu Galaxy; investor in Leo Cancer Care and other portfolio companies
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Episode: PR Yu: Ethical Capital at Speed
David Spreng
Founder of Runway Growth Capital, venture debt expert
Runway Growth Capital
Episode: David Spreng: Why Debt Isn't a Dirty Word
Leah Solivan
Founder of TaskRabbit; managing partner at Fuel Capital; founder of Precedent VC
Precedent VC; Fuel Capital; TaskRabbit
Episode: Leah Solivan: Muscle of Conviction
Jack Leeney
Partner at 7GC, with hands-on experience in IPO road shows and venture investing
7GC
Episode: Jack Leeney of 7GC: Why IPOs Are Optional Now
Christina Smolke
A Stanford professor turned founder, who is teaching yeast how to manufacture medicine.
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Episode: Brewing Medicine: Christina Smolke and the Race to Reinvent Drug Manufacturing
Maria Palma
General partner at Freestyle Capital, focusing on AI-first companies.
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Episode: The Fastest Startup in Tech: Maria Palma on Lovable
Katelin Holloway
Co-founder of 776, focused on investing in women's sports
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Episode: Katelin Holloway's Billion-Dollar Box Scores

Host

Scott McGrew
Host of Sand Hill Road; NBC Bay Area business and technology reporter

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 104 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 States3 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.

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    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 States4 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 States5 years ago

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Overall, discussions are informative and entertaining with strong guest insights.

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PR Yu: Ethical Capital at Speed
Q: What keeps you invested in a portfolio company through tough times?
Early conviction, the potential to help a large share of patients or users, a strong team, and the belief that the journey will be worth it despite ups and downs.
PR Yu: Ethical Capital at Speed
Q: How do you reconcile speed with responsible investing, especially in hardware and defense-related technologies?
Speed is a function of focus and disciplined decision-making; even for hardware or defense-adjacent ventures, moving quickly is acceptable when driven by a clear mission, proper governance, and a commitment not to extract value at the expense of the founders or society.
PR Yu: Ethical Capital at Speed
Q: Define that ethical capital concept in one sentence.
Ethical capital is capital leveraged to do good, support founders, and avoid activities that harm society, while speed is used to focus and serve portfolio companies efficiently.
Leah Solivan: Muscle of Conviction
Q: How can founders navigate the venture capital system to gain leverage?
Founders should educate themselves about how investors allocate attention and dollars, map out who in their network might back them in the next round, and build relationships with funds that align with their long-term trajectory, while focusing on strong unit economics and a clear path to growth.
Jack Leeney of 7GC: Why IPOs Are Optional Now
Q: What are some of the biggest misconceptions founders have about going public?
Founders may overestimate the necessity of an IPO for liquidity and growth, while in reality, many high-quality private companies can create substantial value through strategic sales or selective fundraising; private markets can sometimes offer more control and range of exit options than a public listing.

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A high-signal tech and venture-capital conversation show featuring in-depth interviews with founders, investors, and industry leaders. Episodes consistently center on Silicon Valley funding, startup strategy, AI-driven markets, IPO dynamics, and the evolving role of capital in growth. Notable strengths include candid host-audience dynamics, thoughtful questions that challenge guests, and a willingness to explore complex topics—from co-founder dynamics to debt as growth capital. The format often blends personal history with actionable takeaways for founders, investors, and operators looking to navigate the Valley's funding ecosystem.

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Recent guests on Sand Hill Road include:

1. Darian Shirazi
2. Andy Chen
3. PR Yu
4. David Spreng
5. Leah Solivan
6. Jack Leeney
7. Christina Smolke
8. Maria Palma

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