Pioneers
Episodes
From SpaceX Launch Pads to Nuclear Power Plants: Ben Kellie’s Mission to Make Clean Energy Affordable
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if the nuclear industry's biggest problem has nothing to do with the reactor itself? And what happens when a SpaceX veteran decides he's the one ...
The Robot That Comes to Your Car: Inside Kiwi Charge’s Vision for Scalable EV Charging
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Abdel Ali, founder and CEO of Kiwi Charge, shares how broken EV charging becomes when you don’t control the parking space, electrical capacity, or b...
From Spider-Man to Spidey Tek: How Roberto Velozzi is Spinning the Future of Sustainable Materials
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if Spider-Man’s web were real? For Roberto Velozzi, founder and CEO of Spidey Tek, that question turned into a lifelong pursuit, and eventually...
From PhD Lab to Industry Leader: Paul Webster’s Journey to a Hard Tech Exit
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if your PhD side project could turn into a multimillion-dollar acquisition in just five years—without going through endless VC rounds? What ...
From Big Tech to Robots: Cobot Founder Brad Porter and the Race to Robotics
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What you’ll discover… How to build trust with customers before you’ve even built a product Lessons on raising $150M and convincing to...
Forged in War, Proven in Business: The Story of Peng Cau
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to build a company from nothing—and then start again to help others do the same? How do resilience, innovation, and leadership sha...
50% Less Fuel, Fewer Emissions: JetZero’s Game-Changing Aircraft Design
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the shape of an aircraft could unlock 50% fuel savings and drastically cut carbon emissions? How can innovative startups challenge decades-old...
Reducing failure rates and improving development time: How AdaIQ makes it possible
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this second part of our Pioneers Podcast special on Ada IQ, host Paul Musto, co-host Tucker Marion, and CEO Liz Graham dive deep into how Ada IQ is...
40% of New Products Fail: AdaIQ’s AI Solution Might Change the Game
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if AI could transform product design by seamlessly integrating consumer insights and predictive analytics? How can startups and established compa...
32 Engines, Zero Emissions: What Startup Innovators Can Learn from Cosmic Aerospace’s Skylark
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How can aviation achieve zero-emission flight without compromising performance and range? What does it take to build the next generation of electric a...
First Flight Venture Center: Launching Startups Successfully
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take for deep tech startups to move from idea to impact? How can innovation hubs like First Flight Venture Center provide the tools, ment...
Transforming Startup Potential into Success with Siemens and Big Red Jelly’s Strategic Approach
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What are the foundational issues that often hold back growth, and how can they be resolved? How can startups achieve the brand clarity they need to sc...
Affordable Space Tourism
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Space travel is no longer reserved for astronauts only; it's on the verge of becoming an extraordinary experience within reach for everyone. As the bo...
A Deep Dive into Berkeley SkyDeck
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Incubators and accelerators serve as vital support systems, fostering early-stage ventures by offering essential resources, mentorship, and invaluable...
Revolutionizing Drug Development in Space
28 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Manufacturing in space leverages the unique conditions of microgravity to enhance processes that are challenging or impossible on Earth. In this exc...
MedTech Innovator: Accelerating Healthcare Innovation (Part 2)
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As a startup venturing into the dynamic landscape of medical technology innovation, the road ahead may seem riddled with obstacles. From fierce compet...
MedTech Innovator: Accelerating Healthcare Innovation
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Accelerators provide essential coaching, resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities to startups, enabling them to navigate challenges and sca...
Navigating Angel Investment with Sandy Wollman
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Often, entrepreneurs embark on their journey with a brilliant idea they believe addresses a pressing market need. But turning that idea into reality r...
Sustainable Space Travel
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you're like many outside the launch industry, the concept of a company that is pushing the aerospace boundaries by developing the world's first com...
Creating Safer Healthcare Environments with the ALTA Platform
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We live in a world where advancements in medical science have extended our lifespan and are transforming how we experience healthcare. However, one st...
The Osom Privacy Story
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When you hear the word "privacy," what comes to mind? Your personal information? The security cameras in your home? Your favorite Alexa or Google devi...
Space Engine Systems' Vision for Space Exploration
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you're not familiar with the phrase "hypersonic," just think Mach 5, or something traveling at five times the speed of sound. There are several com...
Impulse Space's Pioneering Approach to In-Space Transport
29 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The world is currently witnessing the rapid commercialization of space. According to Google, there are over 100 launch companies, some of which are al...
Arkisys and the Evolution of Space Entrepreneurship
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There have been several technological advancements that have changed society's relationship to acceleration, space, and time. And in the present day, ...
Natilus' Progress in Creating Game-Changing Cargo Aircraft
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One of the exciting parts of working with startup companies is working with founders who start with an idea, gather a group of like-minded, passionate...
Urban Mobility: Innovation and Challenges
30 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Urban mobility has been one of the most important and challenging issues in our times. It is a catch-all term which means we are discussing the ease a...
Revolutionizing Ultrasound Imaging with DeepSight Technology
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ultrasound imaging has long been a cornerstone of medical diagnostics, helping doctors and healthcare professionals to visualize internal organs, moni...
Navigating Challenges in the Hardware Tech Industry
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The growth of startups has increased tremendously in the last decade. But bringing a successful innovative business from 0 to 1 is one of the hardest ...
Changing How Homes are Designed and Built with Cover Technologies Inc
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Building a home is a process that is expensive in terms of cost and time. You face challenges such as cost overruns, variations from the approved desi...
A Peek Into the Future of Package Delivery with Earth Robotics
22 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Robots are here to stay! They are not a hyped trend that will fade away after a few years of excitement. That’s because they improve our quality of ...
Embracing Sustainability in the Space Industry
26 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The space industry has grown tremendously over the last few decades and is expected to keep growing in the coming decades. Analysts are projecting tha...
Power Global - Enabling Electrification Globally
16 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Carbon emission is one of the biggest challenges that we are facing in this century. Governments, as well as the private sector, are all working to cr...
Arc Boats - Electrifying Sports Boating
16 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Carbon emission from transport is a challenge that needs to be tackled from sea, land, and air. While a lot of progress has been made in tackling land...
Promoting Healthy Living with Indoor Vertical Farms
22 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Eating healthy was much easier and more affordable just a few decades ago because most people lived on fertile farms where they could grow some of the...
Designing High-Performance Buildings with Evoke
04 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A few decades back, climate change and carbon emissions were rarely considered when designing buildings. Instead, a lot of focus was put on designing ...
High-Speed Transport: The Hyperloop Way
13 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Most innovations in the recent past, within the transport industry, have been focused on carbon emission reduction and improving the users’ experien...
A New Approach to Jet Engine Lubrication with Zulu Pods
29 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Most innovations in the jet engine industry are focused on major parts such as the combustor and the turbine. However, there are other critical parts ...
A New Way to Experience Space with Space Perspective
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The dream of going to space and experiencing zero gravity has only been realized by a handful of people. Commercial space flights are seeking to chang...
Combining Passion and Hard Work - Elevate’s Startup Story
09 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Being dominant in a market full of alternatives requires entrepreneurs who’ll go above and beyond to meet their customers’ needs. Companies that t...
Closing the Gap: Aerodynamics and Environmental Impact with Deflect, LLC
09 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Big sweeping changes are hard to come by when it comes to environmental preservation. They also take a long time to settle into place. So, perhaps the...
Beyond the Horizon: The Future of Gas Turbines with Sierra Turbines
18 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to getting an aircraft off the ground, it’s no longer a question of “if” it will fly. We’ve moved into the era of “how”- and...
Apollo Fusion and The Future of Satellite Propulsion
04 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The satellite business is growing rapidly as space technology and technology here on Earth advances. Whether it’s for navigation purposes or wifi ac...
Flying With Efficiency: The Future Air Freight with Aleksey Matyushev of Natilus Corporation
18 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How many times have you ordered something online, and received a box 4x the size of the product inside? Aside from the confusion as to why, we’re al...
Taking Flight with Ephi Blanshey of Blanshey Aviation
04 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to jump off of a mountain and glide uninhibited across the sky, today’s guest is bringing you one st...
Hatching the Companies of Tomorrow with Osh Momoh and Jesika Briones of MaRS
14 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The difference between starting a company 20+ years ago and starting one today is the accessibility of resources. When resources become more available...
Launching Nanosatellites with Jakub Kapus, Founder and CTO of Spacemanic
08 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We’re living in a time when space is becoming more accessible every day. Satellite technology is growing, and savvy entrepreneurs are leading the wa...
Rethinking the Manufacturing Inspection Process with Ibon Iribarren of LINQcase
23 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Manufacturing processes are a constant area of innovation. Companies are always looking for ways to make production more efficient, more cost-effectiv...
The Real Green Revolution of Silicon with JP Mai | JPM Silicon
09 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Startup entrepreneurs share a lot in common. Sure, there’s a general road map for starting a business, but then there are the countless other factor...
Riding the Startup Wave with James Crook of Forty1 Kitesurfing
26 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of people dream about “one day” starting a business, but many of these dreamers find it hard to carve out the time to actually get the wheel...
Riding to the Top: The Story of Rurok Industries with PJ Tolentino
12 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The formula for a successful business revolves around the problems it’s able to solve. Recognizing pain points for potential customers is key, but t...
Fix the Mask: A Simple and Efficient Solution to a Global Need
24 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Crises give birth to opportunities and there’s a handful of smart people around the world who don’t get discouraged in the face of challenges, but...