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Startup Hustle is a podcast for entrepreneurs, by entrepreneurs. With the mission of telling the real story of startups and entrepreneurs, topics range from funding to failure and beyond. If you want to start, own, or build a business then you're in the right place.

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Latest Episodes

Most founders think investors bet on ideas. They don't.

Dave Lambert has funded over 2,000 companies through RightSide Capital, and he's seen this pattern play out thousands of times. Great product. No revenue traction. Wrong ask, wrong timing. Auto... more

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Matt Watson sits down with Mohan Reddy, serial entrepreneur and Chief Scientist at Cornerstone AI Labs, to explore how AI is fundamentally reshaping the way we think about work, skills, and human potential. Mohan shares the origin story of Skyhive—a ... more

AI is changing how kids learn. But are schools ready?

Katie Boody Adorno is the founder and CEO of LeanLab Education. She's spent 13 years trying to close the opportunity gap in public education. In this episode, she and Matt break down how COVID wi... more

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Zach Klempf is back! He joined Matt Watson on one of the early episodes of the show. Now, Zach is president of AutoManager, a private equity group with five automotive software companies under its umbrella.

In this episode, Zach and Matt get into ho... more

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Recent Guests

Katie Boody Adorno
Founder and CEO of LeanLab Education
LeanLab Education
Episode: How AI Is Disrupting Education with Katie Boody Adorno of LeanLab Education
Zach Klempf
Former Selle Automotive founder, now president of AutoManager
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Episode: AI Isn't Killing Software Jobs: It's Changing Who Builds What
Chris Jones
Founder, MatchRite Care
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Episode: From Personal Tragedy to Healthcare Innovation
Mark Roberge
Former HubSpot CRO, author of The Science of Scaling, venture partner at Stage Two Capital
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Episode: Matt & Mark Roberge
Krishna Oza
Founder and COO of Git Hired
Git Hired
Episode: Revolutionizing Hiring with GitHired
John Morlan
Founder and CEO of Smarter Risk
Smarter Risk
Episode: Harnessing AI for Business Success
Matt Haycox
Entrepreneur and capital raiser with experience in various sectors, including tech, nightlife, and investment.
Episode: Navigating Entrepreneurship: Insights from Matt Haycox
David Mitchell
CTO of the Americas at VML, a large creative advertising agency.
VML
Episode: Creative Engineering at Scale What Big Companies Get Wrong and Right with David Mitchell
Seth Rosenbauer
Founder and CEO of Jogger, an AI documentation platform
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Episode: Engineering Clarity in the Age of AI with Seth Rosenbauer

Host

Matt Watson
Host of multiple podcasts focused on entrepreneurship and technology. He engages guests in discussions that explore the realms of startups, funding, and effective business strategies.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 303 ratings
  • Great podcast!

    The 'Startup Tips for Non-Technical Founders' podcast resonated deeply. Finding the right technical co-founder or team, another powerful lesson, has transformed my startup approach. This podcast is a must-listen for any non-technical founder.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Patience Patria
    Philippines2 years ago
  • A Must-Listen for Every Entrepreneur!

    "Startup Hustle" never fails to deliver impactful conversations and valuable insights. The episode with Megan Gluth-Bohan was a testament to the power of resilience, growth, and the importance of sharing our stories. Lauren Conaway's ability to bring out the best from her guests makes each episode a learning experience. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, this podcast offers a wealth of knowledge. Eagerly awaiting the next episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I value the unique angle
    Austria3 years ago
  • Amazing Show for Entrepreneurs!

    Matt was such a wonderful host. He brings out the best in every conversation. A true value-based podcast! Thanks for sharing non-fluff education about the industry. Loved your episode about Grit or Quit? It gives me a whole lot of different perspective. More power to this show and looking forward to more of your epsiodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YourMarketingPartner
    Philippines3 years ago
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    Good podcast but needs better cover art

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Gotchayeah
    United States3 years ago
  • Love it!

    Love these folks! Rotating host is a pretty unique idea. Fun to get to know the hosts and their speciality. Seems like that helps produce a ton of good content at scale almost daily. Literally have pulled over my truck and downloaded something or researched something I got from this podcast for my business. 👍🏻👍🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dan in KC
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging conversations and real-world insights provided by expert guests.
Many episodes are lauded for offering actionable advice that listeners can implement in their own businesses.
The personal stories shared by entrepreneurs make the content relatable and engaging for aspiring business owners.

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AI Isn't Killing Software Jobs: It's Changing Who Builds What
Q: How do you ensure your offshore team stays productive with AI?
Acknowledges a faster adoption among leadership and some team members; emphasizes the need for context, governance, and tool integration to scale AI effectively across distributed teams.
AI Isn't Killing Software Jobs: It's Changing Who Builds What
Q: Is that something you think about with your team?
The guest discusses increasing product ownership among engineers, moving from task-based work to owning larger features, and using AI to augment this shift rather than replace it.
How AI Is Disrupting Education with Katie Boody Adorno of LeanLab Education
Q: How did LeanLab Education start and what problem were you trying to solve?
Katie explained that LeanLab began as an education-focused innovation lab driven by classroom gaps and a frustration with slow, non-innovative progress. They used a lean, human-centered design approach and hundreds of interviews with stakeholders to identify where education fell short, especially in translating teacher effort into meaningful lifelong outcomes.
Revolutionizing Hiring with GitHired
Q: Who is Git Hired targeting right now and how do you monetize it?
Currently focused on startups and founding engineers with plans to broaden to other roles; revenue comes from a flat fee when a candidate is hired, with a long-term goal to move to a credit/usage-based model where profiling is available for free up to a limit.
Revolutionizing Hiring with GitHired
Q: So, how do you actually determine a candidate's practical ability beyond a resume?
By building a one-page portfolio from a candidate's GitHub portfolio, including private repos where applicable, and evaluating the complexity and relevance of projects to a startup's needs, which helps rank candidates who have shipped real products.

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Focused on the entrepreneurial journey, this podcast covers a wide array of topics essential for startup founders and business leaders. Listeners can expect discussions around funding strategies, product development challenges, leadership techniques, and the evolving role of technology in business. The format includes insightful interviews with industry experts who share real-world experiences, actionable advice, and lessons learned from both successes and failures. Unique to this podcast is its emphasis on the personal stories of entrepreneurs, offering a relatable perspective that resonates with both aspiring and seasoned business owners.

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Recent guests on Startup Hustle include:

1. Katie Boody Adorno
2. Zach Klempf
3. Chris Jones
4. Mark Roberge
5. Krishna Oza
6. John Morlan
7. Matt Haycox
8. David Mitchell

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