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The Startup Retro is a weekly podcast that gives an insider's view on Australian startups and venture capital by curating the most important startup news and providing useful context behind the stories. The show is hosted by Will Richards and Gemma Clancy, co-founders of Overnight Success - a weekly newsletter with thousands of subscribers and a mission to make the Australian startup ecosystem more transparent, accessible and connected. Sponsors Thanks to our sponsors for helping to make this episode of The Startup Retro possible. Rippling Are you a founder overwhelmed by HR, payroll, onboarding, and IT tasks? Simplify with Rippling: an all-in-one platform for your global workforce. Get 3 Months Free: https://dayone.fm/rippling Teamified Build a top-notch team fast with Teamified. Teamified offers fractional CTOs, contractors, and remote team members from the Philippines, India, or Sri Lanka. Cut hiring times by 50%. Get started: https://dayone.fm/teamified The Day One Podcast Network The Startup Retro is a Day One show. Day One is the podcast network dedicated to founders, investors, and operators. The Startup Retro on Day One: https://dayone.fm/shows/the-startup-retro Sign up for the Overnight Success newsletter so you don't miss an episode of The Startup Retro: https://overnightsuccess.vc/ This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/

  1. [TRAILER] In the Blink of A.I-Conversations with AI Innovators - In The Blink of A.I. with Georgie Healy

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    [TRAILER] In the Blink of A.I-Conversations with AI Innovators - In The Blink of A.I. with Georgie Healy

    Episode SummaryIn the Blink of AI: Conversations with AI Innovators Join Georgie Healy on 'In the Blink of AI', your weekly guide to the dynamic world of artificial intelligence. Each episode features interviews with the founders of top AI startups, creative product builders, and industry leaders. With 20 years in engineering and technology, Georgie aims to distill complex AI concepts into engaging stories. The show covers business building, cutting-edge AI technology, and guests' approaches to developing AI products, finishing with rapid-fire questions for quick insights. Connect with Georgie on LinkedIn, Instagram, or via email to share your thoughts and suggestions for future guests. Timestamps00:00 Introduction to In the Blink of AI 00:10 Meet Your Host: Georgie Healy 00:56 Podcast Format and Content 01:11 Engage with Us In The Blink of A.I. is is part of Day One.Day One helps founders and startup operators make better business decisions more often.To learn more, join our newsletter to be notified of new In The Blink of AI episodes and upcoming shows. Sponsors:In The Blink of A.I. is supported by our wonderful sponsors:Rocking Horse: Rocking Horse helps startups access their R&D tax rebate early. Get up to $3M in non-dilutive finance, solve cash flow challenges, and accelerate growth. Easy application, fast approval. Smart investment for innovative startups. https://dayone.fm/rockinghorse Mentioned in this episode: Rocking Horse - November 2024

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  2. Square Peg's global shift, Linktree's 2023 leak & SA rocket launches

    15/09/2024

    Square Peg's global shift, Linktree's 2023 leak & SA rocket launches

    SummaryIn this week's episode of The Startup Retro, host Will Richards and guest host Cheryl Mack from Aussie Angels and The First Cheque podcast break down the latest in Australia's startup and venture capital ecosystem. They cover Square Peg's ambitious new funds, the 2023 financial results of Linktree, and a groundbreaking partnership that will see hypersonic rocket launches from South Australian spaceports in 2025. The duo also discuss SafetyCulture's latest $75M raise, Algenie’s mission to replace plastics with algae, and interview Emma Grife from Startmate about their latest cohort. The episode wraps up with a useful resource for B2B startups navigating their sales funnels. Time Stamps00:00 Introduction and Welcome 05:00 Square Peg’s New Funds 09:00 Linktree’s 2023 Financials 12:30 Hypersonic rocket launches in South Australia 15:00 SafetyCulture’s Latest Raise 18:30 Algenie’s plastic replacements using Algae 25:00 Interview with Emma Grife from Startmate 30:00 Knowledge as a Service (KaaS) Recommendations LinksTo get all the links to the stories we mentioned in this episode, you can read this week’s https://newsletter.overnightsuccess.vc/p/aussie-startup-vc-summary-14th-september HeadlinesSquare Peg’s New FundsSquare Peg is raising $840M for its sixth fund, focusing on seed and Series A investments, with a minority stake strategy. They are also raising $210M for their Opportunities Fund 3, highlighting strong returns from Canva and challenges in recent vintages.Linktree’s 2023 FinancialsLinktree revealed a $61.6M loss for 2023, spending $2 for every $1 earned. Despite generating $42.8M in revenue, the startup cut its workforce by nearly half. The founders took $21M off the table in secondary sales.South Australian Hypersonic Rocket LaunchesHypersonix Launch Systems will partner with Southern Launch to enable Mach 7 hypersonic rocket launches from South Australian spaceports by 2025, dependent on environmental assessments. Startup RaisesSafetyCultureRaised $75M in fresh capital with an additional $90M in secondaries at a $2.5B valuation. SafetyCulture plans to enhance its workplace solutions with AI-powered tools and IoT functionalities.AlgenieSecured $1.1M in pre-seed funding to scale algae production as a sustainable alternative to fossil...

    37 min
  3. Turo partners with Uber, AirTrunk's $23B sale & agtech spotlight

    08/09/2024

    Turo partners with Uber, AirTrunk's $23B sale & agtech spotlight

    SummaryIn this week's episode of The Startup Retro, host Will Richards and standing in for Gemma Clancy this week, Cheryl Mack, dive into Uber's new partnership with Turo after shutting down its Car Next Door acquisition. They also discuss Premier Capital Partners' new fund, AirTrunk’s $23 billion sale, and Cheryl’s experience at the Startup Daily Awards. The episode also features a deep dive into Safe Ag Systems, an agtech safety platform. Plus, catch the latest startup raises and Will’s pick for Knowledge as a Service (KaaS). Time Stamps00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:28 Uber pivots to Turo partnership05:15 Premier Capital Partners new fund10:22 AirTrunk’s $23 billion sale13:45 Startup Daily Awards highlights20:15 Startup Raises: Safe Ag Systems28:10 KaaS Recommendations LinksTo access the links to the stories mentioned in this episode, check out this week’s Overnight Success newsletter. https://newsletter.overnightsuccess.vc/p/7th-september-2024 HeadlinesAustralian Startup Financial Confidence Report 2024Airwallex ReportUber’s Turo PartnershipUber has partnered with Turo to let users rent peer-to-peer vehicles through the Uber app starting in 2025.Premier Capital Partners FundPremier Capital Partners is launching a fund targeting mid-market tech companies with a size of $30-$50 million and a hard cap of $75 million. The fund will write cheques between $5-$20 million.AirTrunk SaleAirTrunk was sold to Blackstone and the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board for $23 billion, marking one of Australia’s largest acquisitions.AFR Article on AirTrunk Sale InterviewDavid Burt In the interview, David Burt from UNSW Founders discusses the impact of Labor's proposed cap on international students and its potential effects on Australia's startup ecosystem, universities, and the broader economy. Startup RaisesSafe Ag SystemsFounders: Katy Landt and Caroline GrahamSafe Ag Systems, an agtech safety platform, raised $2.5 million to expand its reach to 10% of farm workers. KaaS - Knowledge as a ServiceWill’s Pick 💁🏻‍♂️How to Do Great Work by Paul Graham Send Feedback to the HostsCheryl on LinkedInWill on LinkedIn SponsorsThanks to our sponsors for helping to make this episode of The Startup Retro possible. RipplingAre you a founder overwhelmed by HR, payroll, onboarding, and IT tasks? Simplify with Rippling: an all-in-one platform for your global workforce. Get 3 Months Free  TeamifiedBuild a top-notch team fast with Teamified. Teamified offers fractional CTOs, contractors, and remote team members from...

    42 min
  4. $66M fund, AustralianSuper's loss & CAST's debut

    01/09/2024

    $66M fund, AustralianSuper's loss & CAST's debut

    SummaryIn this week's episode of The Startup Retro, hosts Gemma Clancy and Will Richards explore three exciting new funds and initiatives in the Australian startup ecosystem, including the launch of the $66 million 66ten fund by the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute, and Main Sequence's new Atmosphere program. They also cover the latest venture from SEEK co-founder Paul Bassett, Amplify, and discuss AustralianSuper's significant $1.1 billion write-off in their Pluralsight investment. The hosts highlight standout startups, including WhyHive, a data analysis tool, and Cropify, an AI-powered grain grading AgTech company. The episode also features an interview with Gav Parry on the launch of the Centre for Arts, Sports and Technology (CAST), and concludes with KaaS recommendations on essential startup content and a special announcement about a new co-host joining next week. Time Stamps00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:28 New Fund Launches and Initiatives 06:12 Paul Bassett's Amplify 09:45 AustralianSuper's Pluralsight Write-off 12:40 Weekly Startup Raises 20:30 Interview with Gav Parry on CAST 28:00 KaaS Recommendations 30:45 Special Co-Host Announcement 31:00 Outro HeadlinesThree New Funds and Initiatives 66ten Fund: WEHI’s $66M fund to back biomedical innovation.Seedlab Australia: Secures an additional $7M from Woolworths to support food, drink, and sustainable products.Main Sequence’s Atmosphere: New program to transform cutting-edge research into venture-scale businesses. Paul Bassett Launches Amplify Amplify aims to improve trust in democracy through events, online conversations, and sharing of evidence. AustralianSuper Write-Off AustralianSuper writes off $1.1B in their Pluralsight investment, which had acquired A Cloud Guru in 2021. Startup RaisesWhyHive: A $600K raise led by Skalata Ventures, making data analysis user-friendly.Cropify: A $2M seed round for AI-powered precision grain grading, led by Mandalay Venture Partners. KaaS - Knowledge as a ServiceGemma’s Pick: Crucible Moments (Season 2) by Sequoia Capital, featuring founders of ServiceNow, YouTube, DoorDash, and more.Will’s Pick: Blog on common VC scams - OpenVC. Special AnnouncementCheryl Mack from Aussie Angels & The First Cheque podcast will join as a co-host next week while Gemma enjoys a vacation in Italy.   Send feedback to the hostsGemma on LinkedInWill on LinkedIn SponsorsThanks to our sponsors for helping to make this episode of The Startup Retro possible. RipplingAre you a founder overwhelmed by HR, payroll, onboarding, and IT tasks? Simplify with Rippling: an all-in-one platform for your global workforce. a href="https://dayone.fm/rippling" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    53 min
  5. Uber shuts down Car Next Door, Sitemate acquires Nomad Fleet

    25/08/2024

    Uber shuts down Car Next Door, Sitemate acquires Nomad Fleet

    In this week's episode of The Startup Retro, Gemma and Will explore Uber's decision to shut down Car Next Door, its Australian carshare division, after acquiring the startup for $105M. The hosts share some positive news from the startup ecosystem, including Sitemate’s acquisition of Nomad Fleet, Bindimaps securing a key partnership with Australia Post, and the latest developments in the SunCable renewable energy project. In the startup raises segment, the hosts spotlight space-tech innovator Metakosmos and childcare-focused AI startup LoveHeart.ai. Time Stamps 00:00 - Acknowledgement of Country 00:30 - Intro music 01:00 - Welcome and episode preview 01:30 - Pre-roll ad 02:00 - Headlines 02:30 - Uber shuts down Car Next Door 07:30 - Sitemate acquires Nomad Fleet 09:00 - BindiMaps secures partnership with Australia Post 10:00 - SunCable project approved by Federal Government 12:00 - Startup Raises 12:30 - Gem’s Pick: Metakosmos 17:00 - Will’s Pick: LoveHeart.ai 20:00 - Mid-roll ad 25:00 - KaaS Recommendations 28:00 - Outro LinksHeadlines Uber scraps Carshare division after acquiring Aussie startup Car Next Door for $105MSitemate acquires Nomad Fleet for $2MBindiMaps navigates a path to partnership with Australia PostSunCable solar farm in NT gets Federal government approval Startup Raises MetakosmosLoveHeart.ai KaaS Recommendations Gem’s Pick Building B2B Startup Marketing Orgs from 1 to 25+, Emily Kramer (MKT1) Will’s Pick Thrive, Consolidate or Die by Abhishek Maran (Rampersand) Send feedback to the hostsGemma on LinkedInWill on LinkedIn SponsorsThanks to our sponsors for helping to make this episode of The Startup Retro possible. RipplingAre you a founder overwhelmed by HR, payroll, onboarding, and IT tasks? Simplify with Rippling: an all-in-one platform for your global workforce. Get 3 Months Free  TeamifiedBuild a top-notch team fast with Teamified. Teamified offers fractional CTOs, contractors, and remote team members from the Philippines, India, or Sri Lanka. Cut hiring times by 50%. Get started  The Day One NetworkThe Startup Retro is part of Day One, the podcast network dedicated to founders, operators & investors.For broader updates on the Day One network, including news about other shows and network-wide updates, sign up for the Day One Newsletter. We are dedicated to creating content that helps Australian founders succeed. https://dayone.fm/newsletter Sponsor the showWant to become a sponsor? a href="https://dayone.fm/sponsors"...

    31 min
  6. Breakthrough Vic saga, FMiA update & Slice's US expansion

    18/08/2024

    Breakthrough Vic saga, FMiA update & Slice's US expansion

    SummaryIn this week's episode of The Startup Retro, hosts Will and Gemma discuss the latest developments in the Breakthrough Victoria saga, including the departure of its CEO and ongoing legal battles with a founder. They also provide an update on the progress of the Future Made in Australia (FMiA) legislation, which is currently being debated in parliament. The hosts then cover the release of Australia's updated National Science and Research Priorities, focusing on key areas like net-zero transition and Indigenous knowledge systems. In addition, they highlight two new funds deploying capital into Aussie startups and feature their favourite startup raises of the week. To top it off, Gemma and Will interview Slice co-founder Farouk Ismail, who shares insights on their decision to take international funding and offers advice on expanding into the US market. The episode concludes with their Knowledge as a Service (KaaS) podcast recommendations. Time Stamps00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:12 Breakthrough Victoria CEO Departure & Legal Battle 06:48 FMiA Legislation Update 10:42 National Science and Research Priorities Release 15:25 New Funds - CoVentures & Proto Axiom 21:13 Weekly Startup Raises 27:50 Interview with Slice Co-founder Farouk Ismail 43:21 KaaS Recommendations 48:12 Outro HeadlinesBreakthrough Victoria CEO exits amid ongoing legal battle with a founder. FMiA Update Heated debate continues in parliament.The government could proceed with the funding regardless of the legislation’s outcome. National Science and Research Priorities Minister Ed Husic outlines new imperatives for science investment in Australia.Key focus areas include transitioning to net-zero, supporting healthy communities, elevating Indigenous knowledge systems, environmental restoration, and national security. New Funds CoVentures, a single-GP fund managed by Maxine Minter, closes its first fund with $5M+. (Listen to Maxine’s show, First Cheque on the Day One network.)Proto Axiom emerges with new capital to deploy into Australian startups. Startup RaisesGemma's Pick: aglow Founders: Jo Blundell and Karl Margrain$1.25M raisedAglow is helping beauty businesses implement membership programs, moving them away from pay-as-you-go models towards predictable, recurring revenue streams. With 600+ salons onboarded and $16M in ARR, they are leading a shift in the beauty industry. Will's Pick: DeCarice Founders: Goran Bozic and Professor Shawn KookPre-seed raise from Investible’s Climate Tech FundDeCarice’s hydrogen injection technology is cutting carbon emissions by 85% in heavy-duty diesel engines, offering a scalable decarbonisation solution for mining and transport industries. InterviewSlice's Farouk Ismail Farouk shares why Slice chose international funding and offers essential tips for Australian startups looking to break into the US market. KaaS - Knowledge as a ServiceGemma's Pick 💁🏻‍♀️: Diaspora.nz A podcast showcasing the Kiwi expat community, hosted by David Booth, featuring conversations with founders, innovators, and emerging leaders. Will's Pick 💁🏻‍♂️:...

    50 min
  7. OneVentures' 7th fund, accelerator cohorts & Google monopoly ruling

    11/08/2024

    OneVentures' 7th fund, accelerator cohorts & Google monopoly ruling

    SummaryIn this week's episode of The Startup Retro, Gemma and Will explore the latest happenings in the Australian startup ecosystem. They discuss OneVentures' ambitious plans with their 7th fund, aiming to raise $200 million, and review the firm's impressive history. The hosts also highlight the new accelerator cohorts from Startmate and Remarkable, before diving into the significant US court ruling that declares Google an illegal monopoly. To round off the episode, they feature their top startup raises of the week, including Eyeonic's innovative glaucoma screening technology and Rich Data Co's AI-powered credit assessment platform. Time Stamps00:00 Acknowledgment of Country 00:30 Intro Music 01:00 Welcome and Overview 02:00 OneVentures’ 7th Fund Announcement 05:30 Startmate and Remarkable Accelerator Cohorts 09:00 US Court Ruling on Google as an Illegal Monopoly 12:00 Pulse Check Recap 15:00 Startup Raises 15:30 Gemma’s Pick: Eyeonic 21:00 Will’s Pick: Rich Data Co 25:30 Special Mention: Noveco Surfaces’ Recycled Glass Tiles 28:00 KaaS Recommendations LinksHeadlines OneVentures raising 7th VC fund, aiming for $200m (AFR)Startmate Accelerator Winter 24 cohort announcement (Startmate)Remarkable Accelerator cohort announcement (Smart Company)US Court decides Google is an illegal monopoly (The Conversation)Pulse Check Newsletter - August Edition Startup Raises EyeonicCompany story videoRich Data CoNoveco Surfaces KaaS - Knowledge as a ServiceOur favourite startup-relevant read, listen or watch of the week Australia’s Sportstech Sector: Australian athletes aren’t the only ones winning on the global stage, by Will Richards Gem’s Pick 💁🏻‍♀️ How I Built Dis, The Imperfects Podcast (from The Resilience Project) Will’s Pick 💁🏻‍♂️ Two by Two - Capital Chronicles Newsletter by Joshua Boccamazzo Send feedback to the hostsGemma on LinkedInWill on LinkedIn SponsorsThanks to our sponsors for helping to make this episode of The Startup Retro...

    47 min
  8. Canva's AI buy, SAVCF report & BFF grant axed

    04/08/2024

    Canva's AI buy, SAVCF report & BFF grant axed

    SummaryIn this week's episode of The Startup Retro, hosts, Will & Gemma delve into Canva's acquisition of Leonardo AI and feature an interview with Elli Hanson from Side Stage, one of Leonardo's investors. The hosts also discuss the South Australian Venture Capital Fund and the state government's independent report on its effectiveness and uncover the secret termination of the federal government's Boosting Female Founders (BFF) grant program. And to wrap up Gemma & Will highlight the latest startup raises, including Monty Compost, an industrial composting tool, and Slice, a bootstrapped fintech in the travel industry. Time Stamps00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:28 Canva Acquires Leonardo AI 05:02 South Australian Venture Capital Fund Report 09:00 Boosting Female Founders Program Termination 15:37 Weekly Startup Raises 28:31 KaaS Recommendations LinksTo get all the links to the stories we mentioned in this episode, you can read this week’s Overnight Success newsletter. https://newsletter.overnightsuccess.vc/p/aussie-startup-vc-summary-3rd-august-2024 HeadlinesCanva Acquires Leonardo AISAVCF Government ReportBoosting Female Founders Program Termination Startup RaisesMonty Compost Founder: Ashley Baxter Monty Compost, an organic waste recycling/composting IoT device with analytics software, has secured $1M from Skalata and Antler (QIC). Slice Founders: Yannick Darmalingam and Farouk Ismail Slice, a Sydney-based fintech, has raised $7.5M in Seed funding from Peak XV Partners (formerly Sequoia Capital India & SEA) and a $10M debt facility from Roadnight Capital. KaaS - Knowledge as a ServiceGemma’s Pick 💁🏻‍♀️ Podcast: The Journal - "Alexa is in millions of homes and Amazon is losing billions" Will’s Pick 💁🏻‍♂️ Blog: The Big Guide to Fusion by Ben James Send feedback to the hostsGemma on LinkedInWill on LinkedIn SponsorsThanks to our sponsors for helping to make this episode of The Startup Retro possible. RipplingAre you a founder overwhelmed by HR, payroll, onboarding, and IT tasks? Simplify with Rippling: an all-in-one platform for your global workforce. Get 3 Months Free  TeamifiedBuild a top-notch team fast with Teamified. Teamified offers fractional CTOs, contractors, and remote team members from the Philippines, India, or Sri Lanka. Cut hiring times by 50%. Get started  The Day One NetworkThe Startup Retro is part of Day One, the podcast network...

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The Startup Retro is a weekly podcast that gives an insider's view on Australian startups and venture capital by curating the most important startup news and providing useful context behind the stories. The show is hosted by Will Richards and Gemma Clancy, co-founders of Overnight Success - a weekly newsletter with thousands of subscribers and a mission to make the Australian startup ecosystem more transparent, accessible and connected. Sponsors Thanks to our sponsors for helping to make this episode of The Startup Retro possible. Rippling Are you a founder overwhelmed by HR, payroll, onboarding, and IT tasks? Simplify with Rippling: an all-in-one platform for your global workforce. Get 3 Months Free: https://dayone.fm/rippling Teamified Build a top-notch team fast with Teamified. Teamified offers fractional CTOs, contractors, and remote team members from the Philippines, India, or Sri Lanka. Cut hiring times by 50%. Get started: https://dayone.fm/teamified The Day One Podcast Network The Startup Retro is a Day One show. Day One is the podcast network dedicated to founders, investors, and operators. The Startup Retro on Day One: https://dayone.fm/shows/the-startup-retro Sign up for the Overnight Success newsletter so you don't miss an episode of The Startup Retro: https://overnightsuccess.vc/ This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/

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