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Startup Europe — The Sifted Podcast

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Get to know the brightest and boldest names in European tech with Sifted’s weekly podcast, hosted by Amy Lewin. She interviews the founders, operators and investors building Europe’s most exciting startups and, in conversation with Sifted’s expert journalists, pulls back the curtain on the most intriguing companies they’ve been reporting on.

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On this episode of the Sifted podcast, host Amy Lewin is joined by Marianne Vikkula, CEO of delivery giant Wolt — one of Europe’s only ‘superapps’ — and chair of Slush, the iconic European startup conference.

Wolt began life delivering restaurant fo... more

What do hazardous inspections, fighting and cooking crêpes have in common? All three are tasks that robots are now capable (ish) of performing.

In 2025, equity investment into European robotics startups more than doubled, reaching €1.45bn — and in t... more

Last year, Kitty Mayo was catapulted into the public eye when she took the helm of Project Europe. The accelerator, launched to much fanfare by Harry Stebbings and about 200 entrepreneurs, has a bold mission: to support and invest in founders under t... more

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Recent Guests

Marianne Vikkula
Head of Delivery Unicorn, Wolt; Chair of Slush; Board Member at Marimekko
Wolt; Slush; Marimekko
Episode: Wolt CEO and Slush chair Marianne Vikkula on building a superapp, leadership lessons and Slush’s secret sauce
Tom Nugent
Managing Editor, contributing guest on robotics discussion
Sifted
Episode: Could Europe become a world leader in robotics?
Kitty Mayo
CEO of Project Europe
Project Europe
Episode: Project Europe CEO Kitty Mayo: ‘Harry Stebbings is like our head of state and I’m prime minister’
Philipp Moehring
Partner at Tiny VC, early-stage investor in Europe
Tiny VC
Episode: Tiny VC partner Philipp Moehring on when to take money off the table
Laura Modiano
OpenAI executive leading the startup team in Europe
OpenAI
Episode: OpenAI's Laura Modiano on hackathons, Lovable and how startups can partner with the tech giant
Hélène Huby
CEO and founder of The Exploration Company
The Exploration Company
Episode: Hélène Huby, CEO of The Exploration Company: 'Only the crazy people change the world'
Freya Pratty
Senior reporter and analyst contributing to the episode
Sifted
Episode: SaaSpocalypse: What’s next for Europe’s SaaS scaleups and investors?
Daphné Leprince-Ringuet
Based in Paris, co-host discussing world models
Sifted (Paris bureau)
Episode: What are world models — and are they Europe’s winning AI bet?
Anne Sraders
Based in Berlin, co-host discussing world models
Sifted (Berlin bureau)
Episode: What are world models — and are they Europe’s winning AI bet?

Hosts

Amy Lewin
Host of The Sifted Podcast and related programs; central figure in coverage of European startups and tech policy
Daphné Leprince-Ringuet
Co-host discussing world models; Sifted correspondent on AI and deep tech

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 87 ratings
  • Informative

    Great for staying on top of the start-up scene in the UK and Europe!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kateham81
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Love the Pokémon puns

    Season two sounds great so far - informative and light!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    carlasamson
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Excellent stuff from a brill team!

    Early days for this podcast, however I’m sure it will gain traction with its highly informative and original content in the near future!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ofitzgerald25
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Informative and interesting

    Good work Michael and team!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JamieJamieJamieJamieJami££
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Great for staying on top of Europe's startup scene.
Quality work from the team; informative guests and insights.
Early days for this podcast, but highly informative and original.
Informative and light with Pokémon puns.

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#164
United Kingdom/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#135
Ukraine/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#162
Chile/Business/Investing
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#166
Russia/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#201
Finland/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#224
Spain/Business/Investing

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Wolt CEO and Slush chair Marianne Vikkula on building a superapp, leadership lessons and Slush’s secret sauce
Q: So do they pay to be Wolt Plus members, or how does that subscription work, and how do you see it evolving?
The program has a core structure with a lock-in that varies by market, and partnerships can make it free for certain memberships, such as credit cards or telecom plans, broadening access and value.
Could Europe become a world leader in robotics?
Q: So how would you stack Europe in the global ranking? Is it China number one, US number two? Where's real innovation and real use cases for robots taking off?
The consensus is that China and the US lead in foundational robotics development, but Europe can win by focusing on software layers, AI-enabled perception, and specialized industrial applications rather than chasing humanoid hardware. European startups are strong in analytics, simulation, and data-driven approaches that power robot deployments in factories and warehouses, with long-term potential as more data and use cases prove value.
Tiny VC partner Philipp Moehring on when to take money off the table
Q: What attributes do you look for in founders, and have new ones emerged with the AI shift?
Speed and the ability to act under pressure are key, with the emphasis on execution over pedigree or signals; the strongest founders solve real problems and can mobilize a team to get things done under pressure.
Tiny VC partner Philipp Moehring on when to take money off the table
Q: You mentioned when to sell and secondaries, do you have a rule of thumb for exits or partial exits?
Tiny aims to be a good guest at the party—invest early, stay for the big wins, and take some money off the table when a company becomes extremely valuable, while not missing out on future upside.
Project Europe CEO Kitty Mayo: ‘Harry Stebbings is like our head of state and I’m prime minister’
Q: Why is the investment committee not dominated by women, and why isn't Kitty the sole investor-voice on it?
Amy asks about gender balance and Kitty explains the committee structure includes multiple voices (including male partners), with a decisive vote from Kitty among a trio of decisive yeses, emphasizing a collaborative governance model rather than a single-woman leadership dynamic.

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The show focuses on Europe's vibrant tech and startup scene, featuring discussions with founders, investors, and policymakers about funding, talent, regulation, and AI. Episodes frequently analyze Europe's competitiveness, venture activity, and strategic bets in areas like world models, autonomous systems, and infrastructure. A recurring strength is bringing in high-profile guests—from leading VC partners to government ministers and startup founders—to unpack how policy, money, and technology shape Europe's innovation trajectory. It stands out for timely takes on AI, funding cycles, and Europe's role in global tech, while offering practical insights for founders, operators, and investors navigating the European ecosystem.

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Recent guests on Startup Europe include:

1. Marianne Vikkula
2. Tom Nugent
3. Kitty Mayo
4. Philipp Moehring
5. Laura Modiano
6. Hélène Huby
7. Freya Pratty
8. Daphné Leprince-Ringuet

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