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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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This week host Amy Lewin sits down with Erin Platts, CEO of Octopus Ventures. Erin joined Octopus at the beginning of this year after a two decade stint at Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), where she oversaw UK operations throughout its dramatic collapse in... more

This week it’s another special episode recorded live at the Sifted Summit, with host Amy sitting down with Sequoia Capital’s Luciana Lixandru.

Luciana, who established the legendary Silicon Valley firm's presence in Europe in 2020, discusses the con... more

This week it's the first in a series of special episodes recorded in front of a live audience at the Sifted Summit, and we're kicking off with a bang: a fireside discussion between former Google CEO Eric Schmidt and Sifted's founder and editorial dir... more

This week the Sifted Podcast comes to you live from Italian Tech Week, where Amy sat down with Milda Jasaitė, the head of second-hand marketplace Vinted's new investment arm: Vinted Ventures.

It's fairly unusual in Europe for a startup like Vinted, ... more

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Mike Turner
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Anton Osika
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Florian Seibel
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Jordi Romero
CEO and co-founder of Factorial
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Ilkka Paananen
CEO of Supercell, a leading mobile gaming company
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Emma Burrows
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Thomas Plantenga
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Episode: Vinted CEO Thomas Plantenga: ‘Vinted is not a company that’s going to exit’

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Amy Lewin
Editor and host focused on exploring the European tech landscape.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 76 ratings
  • Informative

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kateham81
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Love the Pokémon puns

    Season two sounds great so far - informative and light!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    carlasamson
    United Kingdom3 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

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the informative nature of discussions about the European startup scene.
Many reviews highlight the engaging style of the host and the quality of guest insights.
There's a general sentiment of excitement about the unique narratives presented, particularly around innovation.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#111
United Kingdom/Business/Investing
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#58
Italy/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#203
Italy/Business
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#230
Germany/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#57
Ireland/Business/Investing
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#103
Ukraine/Business/Investing

Talking Points

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Erin Platts on SVB collapse and new role at Octopus Ventures: ‘There will always be churn’
Q: What needs to be done for UK startups to scale effectively?
A consistent tone from the government to support the ecosystem and remove friction around regulations and funding is critical.
Erin Platts on SVB collapse and new role at Octopus Ventures: ‘There will always be churn’
Q: What went wrong with the performance of Octopus Titan?
The fund raised a lot of capital at the market peak and didn't respond quickly enough to market changes, leading to poor performance.
Erin Platts on SVB collapse and new role at Octopus Ventures: ‘There will always be churn’
Q: What is your mission at Octopus? What is the big task you've been set?
To support founders at every stage and refresh the strategy of Octopus Ventures to ensure it provides capital and support for growth.
How to build a $100bn company in Europe, with Sequoia's Luciana Lixandru
Q: What's the biggest challenge facing Europe right now?
Lixandru identifies market fragmentation in Europe as the main challenge, emphasizing the need for companies to develop strong go-to-market strategies in the US.
How to build a $100bn company in Europe, with Sequoia's Luciana Lixandru
Q: Are you going to be hiring?
Lixandru confirms that Sequoia is hiring and remains committed to a one-team culture, looking to expand its presence in Europe due to the growing number of high-quality teams.

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Focused on the innovative landscape of European technology, the content centers around interviews with key figures driving Europe's startup ecosystem. Each episode features in-depth conversations with founders, operators, and investors, revealing insights into the successes, challenges, and strategies of notable startups. Topics frequently covered include funding dynamics, technology trends, and the impact of emerging markets in the region. A noteworthy element of the exploration is the commitment to showcasing not just successful companies but also the diverse narratives that shape Europe's entrepreneurial culture, emphasizing sustainability and innovative practices within the tech industry.

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Recent guests on Startup Europe include:

1. Eric Schmidt
2. Zoe Hewitt
3. Mike Turner
4. Anton Osika
5. Florian Seibel
6. Jordi Romero
7. Ilkka Paananen
8. Emma Burrows

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