The Irish VC
Episodes
The Irish VC ep:35 The Inside Scoop with BVP Director Stephen Burdock
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Stephen Burdock, Director of BVP Investments, shares his extensive experience in banking, private equity, and investment strategies. ...
The Irish VC ep34: State of Venture Capital in 2026
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Irish VC podcast, host Sarah Jane Larkin discusses the current state of venture capital in 2026 with industry experts Elliott G...
The Irish VC ep33: FAQ's on EIIS 2025 with BVP Investments
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Marie Nolan interviews Stephen Tully, CFO of BVP Investments, to demystify and talk through some frequently asked questions arou...
The Irish VC ep32: From Pharma to VC - Insights with Caroline Gaynor of Lightstone VC
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Irish VC, Caroline Gaynor (Guest), Partner of Lightstone VC emphasises the importance of building a strong support network for ...
The Irish VC ep31: With Denise Sidhu, Director & Partner at Kernel Capital
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Denise Sidhu, Director and Partner at Kernel Capital, shares her journey into venture capital, discussing the lessons learned over he...
The Irish VC ep30: Branding for Start-ups! The Balancing Act - Product vs. Brand.
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode was recorded in front of a live audience at Munster Technology University (MTU) in Cork. In this episode of the Irish VC podcast, the pan...
The Irish VC ep29: Fireside chat with Brian Thornes, from orthopaedic surgeon to Inventor!
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this short episode of the Irish VC, Mark Farrelly of HBAN (Halo Business Angel Network) has a fireside chat with Brian Thornes. From orthopaedic su...
The Irish VC ep28: Ireland as a launchpad @NovaUCD
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this special edition of The Irish VC recorded in front of a live audience at NovaUCD, the hub of innovation at University College Dublin. H...
The Irish VC ep27: LegitFit - Building a Fitness Tech Empire, Ryan's Story
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, Ryan O'Neill, Co-founder and CEO of LegitFit, shares his journey from a background in Big Pharma to the fitness tech industry. He...
The Irish VC ep26: John Flynn on ACT, Tech, and the Evolving Start-up Ecosystem
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
John Flynn reflects on his journey into venture capital, beginning with a background in physics and tech before joining ACT in the late 1990s. He disc...
The Irish VC ep25: The Funding Landscape in Ireland - Live Audience Recording at Google HQ Dublin!
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Recorded live at Google HQ Dublin, this special episode brings together an expert panel of funders and founders to discuss the realities of raising an...
The Irish VC ep24: With Gillian Buckley, 40 Years of the IVCA
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Irish VC, Sarah Jane Larkin of t sit down with Gillian Buckley to celebrate 40 years of the IVCA and explore her journey in ven...
The Irish VC ep23: Making Waves, Tom Cotter on Building OceanR
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Irish VC, we sit down with Tom Cotter, CEO of OceanR, to dive into the world of sustainable business and impact-driven investme...
The Irish VC Ep22: Gerry Maguire, Chair of the IVCA & partner at Atlantic Bridge
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Irish VC, we sit down with Gerry Maguire, Chair of the Irish Venture Capital Association (IVCA) and a key figure at Atlantic Br...
The Irish VC Ep21: From Black to Green - Conor Layden on Transforming Arigna Group
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Conor Layden, Commercial Director of the Arigna Group, an expanded family business based in Roscommon, Ireland. Cono...
The Irish VC ep20: Taking Dublin by Storm, Alexander Theuma, Founder of Saastock
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, our host Andrew McGreal of BVP interviews the Founder and CEO of SaaStock, Alexander Theuma. Alex gives us an insight to the backgrou...
The Irish VC ep19: Pre-Budget Chat with Martina Fitzgerald
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into Pre Budget chat with our host Sarah-Jane Larkin and our guest Martina Fitzgerald, current CEO of Scale Ireland & for...
The Irish VC ep 18: Scaling Success with Marie Donnellan, CEO of Platform 94
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, our host Marie Nolan chats with Marie Donnellan, former EY Director and current CEO of Platform 94. (Yes, 2 Marie's on the podcas...
The Irish VC ep 17: Level 20 Ireland - Gender Diversity in VC & Private Equity
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sarah Jane Larkin - Director General of the Irish Venture Capital & Private Equity Association chats with IVCA & Level 20 Mem...
The Irish VC ep16: Derval O'Rourke - Professional Athlete turned Entrepreneur
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, our host Marie chats to Irish legend and superstar athlete Derval O'Rourke. Derval competed for Ireland in numerous European, Wor...
The Irish VC ep:15 'LIVE podcast' on Technology Tomorrow from Google HQ Dublin!
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast was recorded in Google HQ Dublin, Ireland, in front of a live audience. Tune in for a captivating discussion on 'Tech Tomorrow' w...
The Irish VC ep:14 Michael McGrath, Minister for Finance
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sarah Jane Larkin talks with Irelands Minister for Finance, Michael McGrath. They discuss a number of topics including... - What he...
The Irish VC ep:13 Mark Farrelly of HBAN
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Finn Hatherell interviews Mark Farrelly of HBAN. Together, they discuss Marks role in HBAN connecting founders / start- ups with ange...
The Irish VC ep 12: Mark Ganly, CEO & Founder of N-Pro Headgear (Rugby Scrumcaps)
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Marie Nolan speaks with Mark Ganly, CEO & founder of N-Pro. They discuss the technology which N-pro have created within scrumcaps...
The Irish VC ep 11: Elaine Coughlan; Founder and Managing Partner at Atlantic Bridge
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Sarah Jane Larkin speaks with Elaine Coughlan, founder and managing partner of Atlantic Bridge. They discuss how and why she founded ...
The Irish VC ep 10: Niamh Donnelly; co-founder of Akara Robotics
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Finn Hatherell speaks with Niamh Donnelly the Chief Robotics Officer at Akara Robotics. They discuss the difficulty in scaling a hard...
The Irish VC ep 9: EIIS special with Stephen Burdock
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we do a deep dive into all things 'Employment Investment Incentive Scheme' Fund (EIIS) with our very own Stephen Burdock.
The Irish VC ep 8: Sarah-Jane Larkin in Conversation with Leo Hamill
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast was done in collaboration with the IVCA. Leo Hamill (chairperson of the IVCA) speaks with Sarah-Jane Larkin (director general of the IVCA...
The Irish VC ep 7: Tom Flanagan; Director of Enterprise at NovaUCD
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we discuss how UCD is fostering a culture of entrepreneurship on campus, what Ireland needs to do to create a better environment for i...
The Irish VC Ep 6: Chupi Sweetman; CEO of Chupi Jewellery
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode our host Kingsley Aikins speaks with Chupi Sweetman the founder of the jewellery brand Chupi. They discuss how she founded the company...
The Irish VC Ep 5; Elliott Griffin (BVP) in conversation with Pete Townsend (Techstars)
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode our very own Managing Director - Elliot Griffin is in conversation with Pete Towsend from techstars. They discuss the changing land...
The Irish VC (Bonus Episode); Anthony Scaramucci, Ex White House Communications Director under Trump!
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Finn Hatherell speaks with Anthony Scaramucci, they discuss his time in office with President Trump, why he left the white house and h...
The Irish VC Ep 4: David James; Principal at MVP
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Finn speaks with David James who is a principal at Manhattan Venture Partners
The Irish VC Ep 3: Leo Hamill; Chairperson of the Irish Venture Capital Association
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this Episode our host Kingsley Aikins speaks with Leo Hamill. Leo has over 30 years experience working in venture capital and private equity and is...
The Irish VC Ep 2: Damian Young; CEO of Zeuss Scooters
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode our host Kingsley Aikins speaks with the founder and CEO of Zeuss scooters Damian Young.
The Irish VC Ep 1: Garret Flower; CEO of Wayleadr
01 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we speak with the founder and CEO of Wayleadr - Garret Flower.