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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

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]
Michel Tricot
Co-founder and CEO of Airbyte
Airbyte
Episode: Solving Data Fragmentation at Scale with Michel Tricot, Co-Founder & CEO of Airbyte | 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 83 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 States3 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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#241
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#7
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#74
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#136
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#96
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#203
Germany/Technology

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.
S14E7: Building the AI Layer for Legal Work with Scott Stevenson, Co-Founder and CEO of Spellbook
Q: What sparked the move from templates to an AI-driven contract tool?
The founder explains that early template-driven products worked only 60-70% of the time and failed to capture bespoke elements; a personal painful legal bill and witnessing how slow and expensive contracts were pushed him to pivot to an AI-powered solution integrated into lawyers' workflows, which dramatically improved value and speed.
S14E5: Building the Red Bull for Relaxation with Ben Witte, Founder and CEO of Recess
Q: How did you realize you had product-market fit with Recess, and what attracted you to the relaxation category?
Early feedback showed consumers seeking a drink to unwind rather than just caffeine, confirming a broad usage occasion beyond the afternoon slump; the mood-centric proposition and digital brand flywheel validated the path and differentiated the product.
S14E5: Building the Red Bull for Relaxation with Ben Witte, Founder and CEO of Recess
Q: What was the aha moment that caused you to decide to start your own company?
The combination of a desire to leverage my creative strengths with a consumer-brand focus led me to quit in 2016 and pursue a platform that could deliver relaxation through beverages and mood-related products, built around a scalable brand and community.
S14E5: Building the Red Bull for Relaxation with Ben Witte, Founder and CEO of Recess
Q: Starting us off, where did you grow up and how has that shaped your view of the world?
I grew up in Laguna Beach, California, a surf culture that influenced my creative sensibilities and laid-back lifestyle, which later informed the Recess brand identity and product approach.

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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. Scott Stevenson
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3. Ben Witte
4. Scott Woody
5. Ryan Daniels
6. Alex Halliday
7. Nirav Tolia
8. Julie Bornstein

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