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The Silicon Valley Podcast

Shawn Flynn
Mergers and Acquisitions
Entrepreneurship
Silicon Valley
Financial Planning
Startups
Venture Capital
Intel Corporation
Wealth Management
Advisory Boards
Business Sale Preparation
Real Estate Investing
Investment Advisory
Impact Investing
Supply Chain Technology
Artificial Intelligence
Consulting
Corporate Governance
Exit Strategy
Valuation Services
Post-Merger Integration

We open a window into the minds of the most successful leaders, investors, creators, and inventors — sharing Silicon Valley business acumen with entrepreneurs around the world. Silicon Valley ”Podcast Must Follow” - Feedspot

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Pilot: pilot.com | Founder Salary Report 2025

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Ben Van Roo
CEO and co-founder of Legion's Intelligence with experience in building AI solutions for public and private sectors
Legion's Intelligence
Episode: Ep 266 Building AI at the Edge of Innovation with Ben Van Roo
Thomas Coughlin
An expert in digital storage technologies with over 40 years of experience.
IEEE, Forbes
Episode: Ep 264 Why Memory is the Unsung Hero of AI, with Thomas Coughlin
Jed Morris
Former Air Force veteran, entrepreneur, and author
Episode: Ep 263 “Buying a Business the Right Way with Jed Morris
Arto Bendiken
Self-taught technologist and entrepreneur
Haltia AI
Episode: Ep 262 Leading in Web3 A Conversation with Arto Bendiken
Anita Koimur
Co-founder and COO at LiveFlow, experienced entrepreneur from business development at Revolut
LiveFlow
Episode: Ep 261 Beyond Spreadsheets Insights on Product Growth & Market Strategy with Anita Koimur Co-Founder & Coo at Liveflow
Rick Otton
Author of How to Sell Without Ever Saying a Word, founder of We Buy Houses
We Buy Houses
Episode: Ep 259 Subliminal Selling: How to Influence Without Saying a Word — with Rick Otton
Jeffrey Tiong
Visionary founder and CEO of PatSnap, a global leader in IP and R&D intelligence.
PatSnap
Episode: Ep 258 Unlocking Innovation: The Future of IP with Jeffrey Tiong, Founder & CEO of Patsnap
Keshia Theobald-van Gent
A seasoned venture capitalist investor with deep expertise in fund economics, portfolio strategy and founder alignment.
Vita Ventures
Episode: Ep 257 How VCs Think: Insights from Keshia Theobald-van Gent
Mohamed Ahmed
Engineer turned founder, investor, and author
Episode: Ep 256 Behind the Curtain of Venture Capital with Mohamed Ahmed

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Sean Flynn
Host of the show. Known for leading insightful conversations with prominent figures from the tech and startup scenes, focusing on entrepreneurship and innovation.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 80 ratings
  • 🔥🔥👍👍

    A must-listen for anyone in startups, investing, or tech! Shawn Flynn does an incredible job bringing in top minds from Silicon Valley to share real, actionable insights. Every episode is packed with value—highly recommend for founders, VCs, and anyone curious about how innovation really happens.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pablo [SOP]
    United States6 months ago
  • Solid interviews with relevant questions and discussions

    Shawn does a great job leading the discussions forward while keeping it relevant to the listener.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M34567890
    United States2 years ago
  • Great insightful content

    Love the show and the lessons he share with his audience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    STRAV1
    United States3 years ago
  • Incredible Insights, Incredible Podcast, Incredible Team

    Shawn and the Silicon Valley Podcast team are true professionals. They provide amazing insights that satiate my curiosities laced with humor and warmth.

    The audio quality is superb, the guests are top notch, the interviewer is one of a kind.

    Happily subscribed since episode 98!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jxieeducation
    United States4 years ago
  • Incredible insights! 💥

    It’s obvious Shawn puts extraordinary effort into every single episode of The Silicon Valley Podcast, but what makes this show a true standout is the depth and knowledge of the guests, stories, and tactics. Shawn and his guests share insights that only a true practitioner can unearth. Don't miss it!🙌🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LisaIsHereForIt
    United States4 years ago

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Ep 272 Startup Founder Pay, AI’s Impact, and Bootstrapping Trends with Pilot CEO Waseem Daher
Q: How do founders typically determine their salaries?
Most founders base their salaries on what the startup can afford, and it's crucial to balance personal expenses with the company's needs.
Ep 272 Startup Founder Pay, AI’s Impact, and Bootstrapping Trends with Pilot CEO Waseem Daher
Q: What advice do you have for founders considering acquisition offers?
Founders should remember that companies are bought not sold and should manage expectations about the acquisition process.
Ep 271 Reimagining Work and Storytelling in the Age of AI with Shawn Villaron
Q: How can new graduates stand out in an AI-driven job market?
Graduates need to develop AI expertise and be adaptable, as AI skills are increasingly prioritized by employers even over traditional experience.
Ep 271 Reimagining Work and Storytelling in the Age of AI with Shawn Villaron
Q: What is the future for the concept of a one-person unicorn company?
The advancements in AI and the ability to use agents for workflows could allow individuals to operate with the same capabilities as large corporations, making the one-person unicorn a possibility.
Ep 271 Reimagining Work and Storytelling in the Age of AI with Shawn Villaron
Q: How does a company encourage its employees to use AI from the leader's standpoint?
Leaders should offer training, promote the sharing of success stories among employees, and grant them permission to explore AI in their roles.

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2. Thomas Coughlin
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