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Startuprad.io™ – Europe’s Voice on Startups, VC, Innovation & Growth

Startuprad.io™ – Europe’s Startup & VC Podcast Network
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Startuprad.io™ is Europe’s voice on startups, venture capital, and innovation — giving you backstage access to the continent’s most dynamic founders, investors, and tech visionaries. Hosted by Joe Menninger, the show has become a trusted source for international audiences who want to understand how Europe builds and scales its next generation of unicorns. Each episode dives deep into the strategie... more

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Latest Episodes

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🏁 The Deep Dive is here.

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In this October 2025 episode of Startuprad.io Startup News, hosts Jörn “Joe” Menninger and Chris Fahrenbach break down the latest stories shaping Europe’s AI Supercluster, led by DeepL,... more

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Recent Guests

Irene Rosique
Co-founder and CEO of Nuvio Planet, a climate tech platform focused on supply chain transparency.
Nuvio Planet
Episode: How Climate Tech SaaS Is Ending Greenwashing | Irene Rosique, Nuvio Planet
Ante Splitter
CEO and co-founder of Moss, a Berlin-based fintech scale-up
Moss
Episode: Finance Automation for SMEs: Moss CEO on Scaling, AI & Fintech Lessons
Jakob Trpin
Founder of creative brand agency Yes, Yes, and Two
Yes, Yes, and Two
Episode: Why Emotional Branding Is the Startup Superpower You’re Ignoring | Jakob Trpin
Carsten Kraus
Business Angel of the Year 2024 and serial entrepreneur
Casablanca.ai
Episode: 🎙️ AI-Powered Angel Investing: DACH Secrets Revealed
Tony Ulwick
Creator of outcome-driven innovation and former IBM engineer
Strategion
Episode: Jobs to Be Done: Unlocking Product Success with Tony Ulwick
Thomas Roth
Co-founder of Incipio, focusing on innovative surgical planning solutions.
Incipio
Episode: German Business Angel Day 2024: Startup Innovations Reshaping Industries
Christoph Grün
CEO of Kavigen, aiming to improve oxygen sensing in 3D cell cultures.
Kavigen
Episode: German Business Angel Day 2024: Startup Innovations Reshaping Industries
Frank Schwab
Professional board member, strategic advisor, and co-founder of the fintech forum.
Episode: Fintech Trends 2024: AI, DeFi, and Startup Success Strategies
Luca Frignani
CEO and co-founder of Frankfurt-based Fintech Exaloan.
Exaloan
Episode: Fintech Trends 2024: AI, DeFi, and Startup Success Strategies

Host

Joe Menninger
Host with extensive experience in the startup and innovation sectors, known for engaging conversations with industry leaders and providing insights into the European startup landscape.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 480 ratings
  • Voices of misery brought me here

    Great show and very informative!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WillviciousMyrtleBeach
    United States3 years ago
  • Gabe

    Startup radio rules!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hfhfjfnrbfj
    United States5 years ago
  • Love it!!

    Super amazing podcast with the best host!! Highly highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mommalabs
    United States5 years ago
  • Nice!

    iend told me about podcast, sounds great, good host and amazing intro!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Irene T. Vice
    United States6 years ago
  • Spot On

    This podcast nails it on the head for what it’s like for first time entrepreneurs – especially ones in tech. Keep up the good work!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leonel Ashley
    United States7 years ago

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Listeners praise the engaging and raw insights from industry leaders, appreciating the unfiltered nature of discussions.
Reviewers frequently highlight the show's focus on real experiences and struggles within the startup journey, making it relatable for new founders.
The podcast is regarded as informative with relevant content for aspiring entrepreneurs and investors in the startup space.

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#241
Germany/Business/Management
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#54
Spain/Business/Management

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How Climate Tech SaaS Is Ending Greenwashing | Irene Rosique, Nuvio Planet
Q: How does your LCA software improve measuring environmental impact compared to traditional methods?
Traditional methods use average data which lacks transparency, whereas LCA allows for a nuanced assessment of a product's entire lifecycle.
How Climate Tech SaaS Is Ending Greenwashing | Irene Rosique, Nuvio Planet
Q: Why do you think so many companies treat sustainability as a marketing exercise rather than a measurable impact strategy?
Companies treat sustainability as marketing because embedding it in operations is more costly than using a simple marketing narrative, despite consumer demand for accountability.
How Climate Tech SaaS Is Ending Greenwashing | Irene Rosique, Nuvio Planet
Q: What is greenwashing in 2025 and why does it still happen when we've never had more sustainability regulations on the books?
Greenwashing still happens because companies make environmental claims not based on transparent, verifiable data, despite many regulations in place.
How Count Finance Tackles Millennial Money Anxiety with Automation & Empathy
Q: What does true personalization in fintech mean?
It involves understanding that each individual's financial strategies and situations are unique, and adapting solutions accordingly.
How Count Finance Tackles Millennial Money Anxiety with Automation & Empathy
Q: What sparked your motivation to create Count?
Lara shared that her family background and experiences in finance compelled her to want to improve personal finance tools to better meet people's needs.

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Focused on the vibrant startup ecosystem across Europe, particularly in the DACH region (Germany, Austria, and Switzerland), the content explores critical topics such as venture capital strategies, industry innovations, and the journeys of tech entrepreneurs. The discussions often centre on the dynamics of startup growth, from achieving unicorn status to navigating financial challenges, making it relevant for investors and entrepreneurs alike. With a cast of notable guests, including founders and venture capitalists, the conversations are marked by raw and unfiltered insights into the evolving landscape of innovation and business strategies in Europe.

Particularly noteworthy is the way it addresses subjects like green technology and digita... more

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Irene Rosique
2. Ante Splitter
3. Jakob Trpin
4. Carsten Kraus
5. Tony Ulwick
6. Thomas Roth
7. Christoph Grün
8. Frank Schwab

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