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The Pitch

Josh Muccio
Venture Capital
Entrepreneurship
Startup Funding
Investing
Awear
Target
Shipt
Mental Wellness
AI Technology
Funding
Gecko Materials
Artificial Intelligence
Amazon
Grocery Delivery
Sundae
Grocery Retail
Peachweb
E-Commerce
Startups
Food Influencers

Where startup founders raise millions and listeners can invest. Host Josh Muccio takes listeners behind closed-doors and into the room where deals are made. Part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.

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When Kavitta Ghai pitched her startup Nectir in 2024, she smashed the show's record and raised 1.4 million. Then she started to chase the biggest deal in education – the entire California Community College system. It could change the trajectory for N... more

Live from New York, it's... The Pitch! Uche AI, greenIRR, and Wiggle Room were given just 15 minutes to pitch at the SEEN Summit hosted by Visible Hands. But is 15 minutes enough time to secure our first ever investment on a live show?

This is The P... more

Marco Benitez moved his family to the US to build Rook, an API for wearables. But when a familiar face shows up in The Pitch Room, he learns just how much vibes matter in venture.

This is The Pitch for Rook. Featuring investors Elizabeth Yin, Jesse ... more

Iñaki wants to save the planet AND save companies money on their electricity bills. Can this outdoorsman convince the VCs there's a big earnings in big savings?

This is The Pitch for Climatta. Featuring investors Elizabeth Yin, Jesse Middleton, Laur... more

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Recent Guests

Amaka Uchegbu
Founder of Uche AI, B2B consumer intelligence for hair and beauty
Uche AI
Episode: #182 LIVE in NYC: 3 Startups, 3 Investors, 15 Minutes to Invest
Celine King
Founder and CEO of Greener, carbon accounting and visibility for supply chains
Greener
Episode: #182 LIVE in NYC: 3 Startups, 3 Investors, 15 Minutes to Invest
Jamie Gin Lewis
Founder of Wiggle Room, daycare management tool
Wiggle Room
Episode: #182 LIVE in NYC: 3 Startups, 3 Investors, 15 Minutes to Invest
Marco Benitez
Founder of Rook, API for wearables
Rook
Episode: #181 ROOK: The VC Vibe Check
Meghan Scanlon
Co-founder and CEO of Aleoop
Aleoop
Episode: #177 Aleoop: Show Me The Sales!
Cyan Bannister
Angel investor in Mapa.
Episode: Season 14 Finale: The Mad Scientist, The Foxhole, and a $48M Power Move
Mike Ma
Investor from Sidecut Ventures.
Sidecut Ventures
Episode: Season 14 Finale: The Mad Scientist, The Foxhole, and a $48M Power Move
John Armbrust
Founder of a startup school.
Episode: The Hot Mic: Should You Start a Venture Fund?
Matt Truebe
Founder of Above Health
Above Health
Episode: #175 Above Health: The Allergy Clinic of the Future

Hosts

Josh Muccio
Host of the show, leading investor pitches and interviews.
Lisa Muccio
Co-host providing discussing framing and guest interactions.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 2.4k ratings
  • We need more!

    I REALLY enjoyed the episode about Kavitta Ghai and Nectir’s accomplishments. What an amazing story! I would love if you did more founder profiles and success stories. Very inspiring!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reflect&
    United Statesa month ago
  • Not sure if I can keep listening

    I’ve been with The Pitch since the beginning, enjoying the sounds of the pitch room and the excellent follow-up interviews. The shift in recent years, however, has tempered my entertainment. The Pitch Fund has always felt ethically dicey, as even though “no offer to invest is being made,” Josh is even more “super-pumped” and “amped” and fanboys out, almost drooling over certain founders. There is much more positive coverage of these companies and less criticism, in part because the fund is in... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Nick McNulty
    United Statesa month ago
  • Live Stakes, Real Decisions, and a Standout Pitch from Amaka

    This episode of The Pitch, “LIVE in NYC: 3 Startups, 3 Investors, 15 Minutes to Invest” (March 18, 2026), is exactly why the show stands apart in a crowded field of startup content. The live NYC format adds real stakes, real energy, and most importantly, real accountability. You can feel the tension in the room in a way that edited studio episodes can’t quite replicate. It’s not a performance; it’s actual decision-making under pressure.

    What makes this one special isn’t just the format, it’s th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sudslover
    United States2 months ago
  • I enjoy the podcast

    And listen regularly. Question why does anyone want to listen to a housewife’s opinion on venture and startups? Dudes wife adds no value and her voice…

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Bounceswer
    United States3 months ago
  • Can’t afford it products

    I can’t say that I can fully understand what the issue was with the investors and not wanting to invest. But some of my take away from their comments was a little disturbing. I guess uncomfortable. Because as an entrepreneur myself a soprano, I can relate to just starting out taking your time, but not wanting to fall behind on your paperwork to run the business. Having an attitude and wanting a business is not all you need to have a business. The business is the paperwork. It is the taxes. It is... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tsperky
    United States6 months ago

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Feedback highlights desire for practical guidance and candor from investors without overly promotional content.
Some listeners dislike format changes or narrator interruptions, preferring full-cycle episodes.
Listeners praise educational value of pitch outcomes and founder-focused insights.

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#182 LIVE in NYC: 3 Startups, 3 Investors, 15 Minutes to Invest
Q: What is the go-to-market strategy for widespread adoption in a fragmented market like daycares?
Jamie describes a network-driven approach, leveraging trusted networks, webinars, partnerships with national affiliates, and a plug-in web-to-offline workflow, complemented by a scalable automation layer to reach many centers with relatively few salespeople.
#182 LIVE in NYC: 3 Startups, 3 Investors, 15 Minutes to Invest
Q: What makes the product sticky and why would customers stay long-term?
Amaka explains that stickiness comes from the combination of B2B access to a data-driven decision-support tool, repeat engagement through saved progress, and a robust inbound content flywheel that keeps brands returning for updated data and insights.
#180 Climatta: Planet Vs. Money
Q: Can I ask you an A-hole-ish question?
The founder explains that they started May 2023, first paying customer later, and raises through grants/accelerators; the bigger point is market timing and go-to-market challenges, not deflecting the question but highlighting realistic hurdles.
#181 ROOK: The VC Vibe Check
Q: Why raise now if ARR is growing and you might reach stable profitability soon?
The lead investor questions whether additional funding is necessary given the improving burn rate and upcoming break-even point, emphasizing timing and valuation risks alongside the desire to accelerate Series A readiness.
#179 Minimis: Declaring War on Garmin
Q: Can the investors get past the early prototype and see the Oakley vision?
Investors expressed concerns about the prototype being clunky and its final design, but the founders reassured them of significant progress in the upcoming versions.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Pitch

What is The Pitch about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A business-focused interview show that centers on startup pitches and investor panels, offering listeners practical takeaways on fundraising, go-to-market strategy, unit economics, and product-market fit across a range of industries from wearables to food tech. Episodes often highlight founder storytelling, investor feedback, and real-world dynamics around cap table reshaping, regulatory hurdles, and the realities of venture funding. Notable quirks include emphasis on founder coachability and the “vibes” test, plus occasional updates on episode outcomes, which can help listeners understand how pitches translate into investment decisions and company growth. The show frequently features equipment- and founder-led narratives, with a recurring ... more

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Recent guests on The Pitch include:

1. Amaka Uchegbu
2. Celine King
3. Jamie Gin Lewis
4. Marco Benitez
5. Meghan Scanlon
6. Cyan Bannister
7. Mike Ma
8. John Armbrust

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