Life on Mars - A podcast from MarsBased

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Life on Mars - A podcast from MarsBased

Welcome to Life on Mars! A podcast about technology, entrepreneurship and innovation from MarsBased. You will listen to stories of the best founders, investors, experts and celebrities from all around the galaxy every two weeks.

  1. MAR 11

    How punk rock influences Simone van Neerven's innovation strategy on reBel.la

    In this exciting episode of Life on Mars, Alex have a great conversation with Simone van Neerven, founder of reBel.la, to explore how challenging the status quo can drive creativity and change. With a career that began at KLM and evolved into building her own brand, Simone shares her personal journey—from corporate life to embracing her rebellious spirit—and how it’s helped her break barriers and inspire others. Through honest stories and sharp insights, Simone highlights the powerful role re...

    59 min

  2. MAR 11

    The Future of Agency Work: Navigating AI and Growth Strategies with Szymon Boniecki

    Are you ready to explore the dynamics of running a successful consultancy in today’s fast-evolving tech landscape? Join us as we sit down with Szymon Boniecki, co-founder of Monterail, a pioneering Ruby on Rails agency. In this engaging episode, we dive into Monterail's remarkable journey over the past 14 years, sharing lessons on growth, the impact of artificial intelligence (AI), and the delicate balance between client expectations and service quality. The conversation highlights the...

    45 min

  3. FEB 18

    Is M&A activity REALLY on the rise this year? with Clemens Rossberg

    Welcome to another captivating episode of the Life on Mars podcast by MarsBased! 🎙️ In this electrifying discussion, we dive headfirst into the dynamic world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) with our brilliant guest, Clemens Rossberg. 🌟 Interviewed by our very own Alex Rodriguez Bacardit, this episode is a must-listen! Tune in to discover: 📌The latest trends shaking up the M&A market in 2025 📌Key factors driving the recent surge in M&A deals 📌Expert insights on whether this gro...

    58 min

  4. JAN 21

    087 - Our 2024 in review + forecast for 2025

    What if economic downturns could be a springboard for growth instead of a setback? Join Àlex, the CEO and founder of MarsBased, as he shares the inside scoop on how his company not only weathered the technological market storm of 2024 but emerged stronger. Learn from their journey through industry challenges, management demands, and the strategic pivots that led to exciting collaborations and a revenue milestone of 2.5 million euros, all while remaining bootstrapped and expanding the team. D...

    47 min

  5. 12/03/2024

    086 - Open source, open heart: Ghost’s John O’Nolan secret (spicy) sauce

    Join Àlex Rodríguez Bacardit (CEO @ MarsBased) and John O’Nolan, founder of Ghost, as they delve into the world of independent, values-driven tech businesses. They discuss Ghost’s foundational structure, the role of transparency and bootstrapping in shaping the company, and how these principles impact product development and user loyalty. The conversation also touches on the challenges of competing with heavily funded competitors, the nuances of running a foundation, and the future of newslet...

    54 min

  6. 11/18/2024

    085 - Beyond TextExpander: Greg Scown’s journey after stepping down as co-founder

    Greg Scown, co-founder of TextExpander, shares an inspiring journey through the partial sale of his company to Summit Partners and the path that led him there. Discover how casual coffee chats carried invaluable advice, such as re-registering as a Delaware C corporation, which significantly boosted the company's valuation. Greg discusses the pivotal role of an enthusiastic fan at Summit Partners, which propelled TextExpander into the spotlight and paved the way for successful negotiations. As...

    53 min

  7. 10/22/2024

    084 - Goodbye to Startup Grind

    Join Àlex, CEO of MarsBased, as he tells the story behind starting both MarsBased and the Barcelona chapter of Startup Grind in 2014. Prepared for a rambling of 45 minutes? This episode covers running both the chapter and MarsBased, reasons to keep it up, impact generated over ten years, metrics of Startup Grind Barcelona, highs and lows, and the reasons why we're quitting after 153 events and three international conferences. We also give some hints as to what's next for Àlex and our involv...

    40 min

  8. 10/08/2024

    083 - Bootstrapping, marketing, branding & ass-kicking, with Tanya Van Gastel (Co-founder of The Multiverse AI)

    Curious about the challenges of transitioning from a corporate environment in China to the bustling startup scene in Barcelona? How has she created an AI company and is bootstrapping her way up? How is their marketing strategy? How do you build domain authority for your startup? Join us as Tania Van Gastel, CEO and co-founder of The Multiverse AI, shares her unique journey. Her insights shed light on building a product-driven company amidst the AI frenzy, the significance of transparency, and...

    1h 1m
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Welcome to Life on Mars! A podcast about technology, entrepreneurship and innovation from MarsBased. You will listen to stories of the best founders, investors, experts and celebrities from all around the galaxy every two weeks.

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