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The Pitch

Josh Muccio
Target
Shipt
Venture Capital
Grocery Delivery
Amazon
Entrepreneurship
Startup Funding
Reddrop
Birmingham
Artificial Intelligence
State Farm
Churchspace
Monica Williams
On-Demand Economy
E-Commerce
Investing
Franchising
Tweens
Consumer Products
Feminine Hygiene

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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You heard seven pitches from Napa... but what happened after the show? We'll catch you up with four founder deep dives and some rapid fire updates on the Season 14 Finale.

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Listen to the finale on Patreon (@ThePitch)

Subscribe to our email news... more

Ever wanted to sit at the table in The Pitch Room and ask the VCs your burning question? Three listeners got the chance on our new segment, The Hot Mic, a live listener Q&A where you get to ask the investors anything.

In this episode, our VCs answer:... more

Hardware is… easy now?! That’s what Matt Truebe said when he pitched three devices and a plan to help families with food allergies and asthma. He has tons of experience, but between telehealth and hardware, is this business just too complicated for t... more

Joyce and Laura are done with clunky finance tools. So they built Investrio, an AI bookkeeper for solopreneurs. With only 25 paying customers in a market where QuickBooks reigns supreme, will the VCs make an early bet?

This is The Pitch for Investri... more

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Recent Guests

Sarah Lucena
Founder of Mapa, a company specializing in behavior analysis through voice.
Mapa
Episode: Season 14 Finale: The Mad Scientist, The Foxhole, and a $48M Power Move
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
Anastasia Trofimova
Founder of Sundae, a grocery shopping tech startup
Sundae
Episode: #164 Sundae: LTK for Groceries
Royi Metser
Founder and CEO of Avelo, a startup focused on developing smart running shoes.
Avelo
Episode: #158 Avelo: The World’s First Smart Running Shoe
Cathy Huang
Co-founder and CEO of Folio, aiming to expand internship opportunities via a platform that connects students to wage subsidies.
Folio
Episode: #155 Folio: The $1.2B Opportunity Nobody Saw
Capella Kirst
Founder of Gecko Materials, specializing in biomimicry and materials science.
Gecko Materials
Episode: #153 Season 12 Finale 🎉

Hosts

Josh Muccio
Host of the show, guiding listeners through the pitch process and providing insights into the world of startup funding.
Lisa Muccio
Co-host, providing commentary and insights alongside the main host.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 2.4k ratings
  • 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 States2 months ago
  • Love the show but not the “aftermath”

    I have listened to several seasons of the show and never miss a pitch but I have one pet peeve that makes this a 4 star review. The “aftermath” show that gives you a view of what happened is WAY too divorced in time from the season’s pitches. It used to be done at the end of every episode and was really important to understanding the process - but now it’s done all in one program at the end - divorced from the context and the pitch. Go back to the old format - please!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    SoCal ok?
    United States6 months ago
  • Absolutely LOVE the show BUT…

    I absolutely love this show and haven’t missed an episode! However, the amount of up speak on each episode is a bit distracting. I hope it’s not just me that feels this way lol.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Christ+7
    United States8 months ago
  • Drinking their own Koolaid

    Used to be an interesting show, the nativity of the host relative to the VC world created a nice juxtaposition.

    Now the team (and essentially the pitch fund) seem to be drinking their own koolaid and are basically come across as VC wannabes. The FranShares episode was the jump the shark moment whereby the host and VC’s seem to have no critical pushback to what was obviously a soft-ponzi.

    At this point it feels as though the Pitchfund haven’t met a business they don’t want to invest in- the e... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Headspace 0000
    United States10 months ago
  • PLEASE!!!

    I tried to listen tot eh finale but couldn’t get invested in any story cause I forgot all of the characters. Love the OG show. Please go back to the format, I can’t do this new one. Please!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    But go to go to this go
    United Statesa year ago

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Feedback indicates a mix of excitement for new pitches and frustration with cliffhanger endings, highlighting a divide in listener preferences regarding episodic structure.
The format is loved for its behind-the-scenes look at startup funding, but recent changes have drawn criticism, with some expressing desire for a return to previous episode structures that included immediate follow-ups on pitches.
Listeners frequently mention the engaging and educational nature of content, appreciating the real-world insights from both pitches and investor reactions.

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The Hot Mic: Should You Start a Venture Fund?
Q: What is the one company you regret passing on the most?
Various VCs recount significant slip-ups, including missing chances to invest in companies like Udemy and Square due to differing perspectives on market potential.
#174 Investrio: QuickBooks for the People
Q: What challenges do solopreneurs typically face with existing tools?
Many solopreneurs find existing tools like QuickBooks not user-friendly, as they were designed for accountants.
#174 Investrio: QuickBooks for the People
Q: What is Investrio, and who are their target users?
Investrio is an AI bookkeeping service designed for solopreneurs, helping them track personal and business expenses.
#173 STAG: The Tesla of Construction Equipment?!
Q: How do you think about battery life?
The batteries are designed to outlast the machine, with a lifespan of around 3000 recharging cycles.
#173 STAG: The Tesla of Construction Equipment?!
Q: What is the price point?
The model for end customer, it's $54,900.

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This podcast offers an intimate look into the world of startup funding, where founders pitch their innovative ideas to a panel of seasoned investors. Each episode features real-time negotiations and discussions about the entrepreneurs' journeys, investment strategies, and the unpredictable nature of venturing into business. Topics range from groundbreaking technology startups to unique food ventures, providing a wealth of insights on what it takes to secure investment in today's competitive market. Notably, the format often emphasizes both the challenges and successes faced by entrepreneurs, creating a compelling narrative for aspiring founders and investors alike.

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Recent guests on The Pitch include:

1. Sarah Lucena
2. Cyan Bannister
3. Mike Ma
4. John Armbrust
5. Matt Truebe
6. Anastasia Trofimova
7. Royi Metser
8. Cathy Huang

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