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Welcome to the Room. A series interviewing your favorite tech founders and funders. Our guests were in the room where it happened and they’re sharing their stories.

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In our season finale episode of The Room Podcast, we speak with Jamie Siminoff, inventor of Ring, the smart home security company best known for turning the front door into a connected safety platform. Ring builds video doorbells, cameras, alarms, an... more

In this episode of The Room Podcast, we speak with Scott Stevenson, CEO and Co-Founder of Spellbook. Spellbook is an AI-powered platform helping lawyers draft and review contracts faster using generative AI directly within their existing workflows.

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In this episode of The Room Podcast, we speak with Ram Palaniappan, founder and CEO of Earnin, a fintech company reimagining how people get paid by giving employees access to their earnings in real time rather than waiting for traditional payroll cyc... more

In this episode of The Room Podcast, we sit down with Ben Witte, Founder and CEO of Recess, a consumer wellness brand pioneering a new category of functional beverages designed to help people relax, unwind, and feel better in an increasingly high-str... more

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Recent Guests

Jamie Siminoff
Founder of Ring (Doorbot)
Ring, Amazon
Episode: S14E8: From a Shark Tank No to Billion-Dollar Exit with Ring Inventor, Jamie Siminoff
Scott Stevenson
CEO and Co-Founder of Spellbook
Spellbook
Episode: S14E7: Building the AI Layer for Legal Work with Scott Stevenson, Co-Founder and CEO of Spellbook
Rahm Palaniappan
Founder and CEO of Earnin
Earnin
Episode: S14E6: The End of Waiting for Payday with EarnIn Founder, Ram Palaniappan
Ben Witte
Founder and CEO of Recess
Recess
Episode: S14E5: Building the Red Bull for Relaxation with Ben Witte, Founder and CEO of Recess
Scott Woody
Co-founder and CEO of Metronome
Metronome (acquired by Stripe)
Episode: S14E4: Why Usage-Based Billing Is Inevitable with Metronome Co-Founder Scott Woody
Ryan Daniels
Co-founder and CEO of Crosby, an AI-first legal service company
Crosby
Episode: S14E3: Ryan Daniels, Founder & CEO of Crosby, on Legal Services in the Age of AI
Alex Halliday
Founder and CEO of AirOps
AirOps
Episode: S14E2: Alex Halliday, Founder of AirOps, on Content Engineering and the AI Marketing Stack
Nirav Tolia
Co-founder and CEO of Nextdoor
Nextdoor
Episode: S14E1: Nirav Tolia, Nextdoor CEO, on Building Community Platforms, Product-Market Fit, and the Future of AI in Local Networks
Julie Bornstein
Founder of Daydream, former COO of Stitch Fix, and digital commerce pioneer
Daydream
Episode: From Stitch Fix to AI Search with Daydream Founder Julie Bornstein | Inside Summit 2025 [LIVE]

Hosts

Claudia
Co-host of the series, brings expertise in entrepreneurship and leadership discussions.
Madison McElwain
Co-founder and co-host of the series, focuses on empowering discussions surrounding tech innovation and entrepreneurship.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 84 ratings
  • 12/10 insights

    Such a great flow between the hosts and I’m always learning something new!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    himaddiekelley
    United States2 years ago
  • Looking forward to listening to more on the room where it happens

    Looking fwd to listening to more voices of female founders 🙌

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anaiscis
    Germany3 years ago
  • Women-led Pod

    Love the chemistry between Claudia and Madison.

    Love that is a women-led podcast.

    Love the conversations with founders on what they've done, what they're working on, and where they're going.

    Must listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CesarRomero86
    United States3 years ago
  • What a wonderful show!

    Truly have learned so much from Madison and Claudia’s conversations - 10/10 recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MaryMoody2022
    United States4 years ago
  • Fantastic team fantastic content

    Title says it all. Madison and Claudia and Michelle are incredible hosts and hypewomen. Guests include great product leaders/founders that do a great job unraveling the world behind the stuff we use every day.

    Caveat: I really like the room's hats so consider this bias before getting a hat yourself

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nootoot_
    United States4 years ago

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Reviewers highlight the podcast for its ability to inspire and motivate potential entrepreneurs with practical advice and relatable stories.
Overall, the series is seen as a must-listen for those interested in the intersection of technology and entrepreneurship.
There is a strong appreciation for the focus on women founders and the diverse perspectives shared throughout episodes.
Listeners praise the engaging flow between hosts and the insights gained from powerful conversations with industry leaders.
Many express admiration for the hosts' dynamic and the electric atmosphere they create with guests, making complex topics accessible.

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#8
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#209
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#70
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#230
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#31
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#57
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S14E8: From a Shark Tank No to Billion-Dollar Exit with Ring Inventor, Jamie Siminoff
Q: Why did you decide to join Amazon, and how did it affect Ring's trajectory?
Joining Amazon provided the balance sheet and scale needed to accelerate Ring's growth and mission, with KPI improvements across the board and a durable path for continued innovation in hardware-software integration.
S14E8: From a Shark Tank No to Billion-Dollar Exit with Ring Inventor, Jamie Siminoff
Q: How did the Shark Tank moment influence your approach to fundraising later on?
The experience underscored the harsh realities of needing money to survive early, while teaching the importance of choosing partners who align with the long-term mission rather than short-term gains; it also highlighted the power—and risks—of high-velocity fundraising.
S14E8: From a Shark Tank No to Billion-Dollar Exit with Ring Inventor, Jamie Siminoff
Q: What was the biggest inflection point that helped Ring scale?
A combination of hardware becoming affordable, smartphones expanding connectivity, and the realization that a doorbell camera could become a social, community-driven tool—coupled with strategic fundraising and later Amazon's acquisition—created the momentum needed to scale.
S14E8: From a Shark Tank No to Billion-Dollar Exit with Ring Inventor, Jamie Siminoff
Q: What year was Ring launched and when did you start testing the concept?
Ring began with a window into the evolution of doorbell cameras, launching the first Ring product in 2013 and the Ring platform in 2014, as the idea evolved from a simple gadget to a broader mission of making neighborhoods safer.
S14E7: Building the AI Layer for Legal Work with Scott Stevenson, Co-Founder and CEO of Spellbook
Q: How did Spellbook achieve enterprise traction and scale?
They focused on rapid iteration, listening to enterprise feature requests like playbooks for NDA reviews, and expanding from solo practitioners to mid-sized firms and then enterprises, driven by data showing faster time-to-value and better funnel metrics when adopting the new product line.

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

The series focuses on engaging discussions with influential figures in technology and entrepreneurship. With a diverse range of guests, including tech founders and leaders from various fields like AI, startup culture, and product development, the content emphasizes real-world insights and experiences. Episodes address pertinent topics such as ethical AI, mergers and acquisitions, data ownership, and the emotional dynamics of managing small businesses. The hosts foster an environment that encourages lively conversation and practical advice, appealing particularly to budding entrepreneurs and established professionals alike. Notably, the podcast stands out for its commitment to showcasing underrepresented voices, particularly women leaders, i... more

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1. Jamie Siminoff
2. Scott Stevenson
3. Rahm Palaniappan
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6. Ryan Daniels
7. Alex Halliday
8. Nirav Tolia

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