The Pitch

#187 Paysquad: Buy Now, Pay Together 16.09.2026 47min

Cam Richardson built Paysquad to make group payments easy with a button at checkout and no awkward Venmo requests. Can he convince VCs that Gen Z wants to pay together for all their events, trips, and gifts? This is The Pitch for Paysquad. Featuring investors Elizabeth Yin, Jesse Middleton, Mike Ma, Charles Hudson, and Yasmin Cruz Ferrine. Watch Cam’s pitch uncut on Patreon (@ThePitch) Join us for our fall live shows and Season 17 taping: pitch.show/events Subscribe to our email newsletter: insider.pitch.show Learn more about The Pitch Fund: thepitch.fund *Disclaimer: No offer to invest in Paysquad is being made to or solicited from the listening audience on today’s show. The information provided on this show is not intended to be investment advice and should not be relied upon as such. The investors on today’s episode are providing their opinions based on their own assessment of the business presented. Those opinions should not be considered professional investment advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#186 Supercool Earth: Making It Rain, Literally 09.09.2026 50min

Dacia Leon wants to make it rain on demand. Cloud seeding technology isn't new – people have been making it rain with silver iodide since the '50s – but Supercool Earth pioneered a way to seed clouds with a natural protein. Can Dacia close her $3 million round before the weather turns? This is The Pitch for Supercool Earth. Featuring investors Elizabeth Yin, Jesse Middleton, Mike Ma, Rohit Gupta, and Michelle Kwok. Watch Dacia’s pitch uncut on Patreon (@ThePitch) Join us for our fall live shows and Season 17 taping: pitch.show/events Subscribe to our email newsletter: insider.pitch.show Learn more about The Pitch Fund: thepitch.fund *Disclaimer: No offer to invest in Supercool Earth is being made to or solicited from the listening audience on today’s show. The information provided on this show is not intended to be investment advice and should not be relied upon as such. The investors on today’s episode are providing their opinions based on their own assessment of the business presented. Those opinions should not be considered professional investment advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#185 it’s electric: Beating Tesla Was the Easy Part 02.09.2026 48min

Tiya Gordon beat out Tesla for Boston's curbside charging contract. Instead of having to dig six feet down to tap into high voltage, it's electric EV chargers draw spare power from buildings. But after four years and 9 million dollars raised, they're only just now switching on revenue. Will the investors see the city contracts as a superpower or a red flag? This is The Pitch for it's electric. Featuring investors Elizabeth Yin, Mike Ma, Rohit Gupta, and Michelle Kwok. Watch Tiya’s pitch uncut on Patreon (@ThePitch) Join us for our fall live shows and Season 17 taping: pitch.show/events Subscribe to our email newsletter: insider.pitch.show Learn more about The Pitch Fund: thepitch.fund *Disclaimer: No offer to invest in it’s electric is being made to or solicited from the listening audience on today’s show. The information provided on this show is not intended to be investment advice and should not be relied upon as such. The investors on today’s episode are providing their opinions based on their own assessment of the business presented. Those opinions should not be considered professional investment advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#184 Ventrix: The Gas Plant of the Future 26.08.2026 47min

Beer, dry ice, and concrete all have one thing in common... they require CO2. Between demand for CO2 rising, and new gas plants taking a billion dollars to build, shortages are becoming more common. So Sonny built a modular plant the size of a fridge, making it cheaper and easier for companies to control their own supply. Will the VCs buy that a box this small can crack a problem this big? This is The Pitch for Ventrix. Featuring investors Elizabeth Yin, Jesse Middleton, Mike Ma, Rohit Gupta, and Michelle Kwok. Watch Sonny’s pitch uncut on Patreon (@ThePitch) Join us for our fall live shows and Season 17 taping: pitch.show/events Subscribe to our email newsletter: insider.pitch.show Learn more about The Pitch Fund: thepitch.fund *Disclaimer: No offer to invest in Ventrix is being made to or solicited from the listening audience on today’s show. The information provided on this show is not intended to be investment advice and should not be relied upon as such. The investors on today’s episode are providing their opinions based on their own assessment of the business presented. Those opinions should not be considered professional investment advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#183 Pitz: Car Repair as Fast as an F1 Pit Stop 19.08.2026 52min

Natalia Salcedo opens season 16 with a pitch for Pitz, her voice AI that helps mechanics repair cars in under 24 hours. She's proven the market in Mexico and Brazil. Can she convince VCs the same playbook will work in the US? This is The Pitch for Pitz. Featuring investors Elizabeth Yin, Jesse Middleton, Mike Ma, Rohit Gupta, and Michelle Kwok. Watch Natalia’s pitch uncut on Patreon (@ThePitch) Join us for our fall live shows and Season 17 taping: pitch.show/events Subscribe to our email newsletter: insider.pitch.show Learn more about The Pitch Fund: thepitch.fund *Disclaimer: No offer to invest in Pitz is being made to or solicited from the listening audience on today’s show. The information provided on this show is not intended to be investment advice and should not be relied upon as such. The investors on today’s episode are providing their opinions based on their own assessment of the business presented. Those opinions should not be considered professional investment advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Season 16: Software Is Out. Cool Stuff Is In! 12.08.2026 3min

Hardware that helps blind people see. Deeptech that controls the weather. The brightest lamp you've ever seen. And... milk? The Pitch is back on August 19th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nectir Part 2: From Flat Round to The Biggest AI Deal in Education 27.05.2026 53min

When Kavitta Ghai pitched her startup Nectir in 2024, she smashed the show's record and raised 1.4 million. Then she started to chase the biggest deal in education – the entire California Community College system. Two years later we share where Nectir is now. Listen to @ThePitch on Patreon Subscribe to our email newsletter: insider.pitch.show Learn more about The Pitch Fund: thepitch.fund *Disclaimer: No offer to invest in Nectir is being made to or solicited from the listening audience on today’s show. The information provided on this show is not intended to be investment advice and should not be relied upon as such. The investors on today’s episode are providing their opinions based on their own assessment of the business presented. Those opinions should not be considered professional investment advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#182 LIVE in NYC: 3 Startups, 3 Investors, 15 Minutes to Invest 18.03.2026 1t 3min

Live from New York, it's... The Pitch! Uche AI, greenIRR, and Wiggle Room were given just 15 minutes to pitch at the SEEN Summit hosted by Visible Hands. But is 15 minutes enough time to secure our first ever investment on a live show? This is The Pitch for Uche AI, greenIRR, and Wiggle Room. Featuring investors Jesse Middleton, Jenny Fielding, and Charles Hudson. Listen to the live show ad free on Patreon Join us for the Season 16 taping and founder happy hour in Tampa Subscribe to our email newsletter: insider.pitch.show Learn more about The Pitch Fund: thepitch.fund The SEEN 50 2025 List *Disclaimer: No offer to invest in Uche AI, greenIRR, or Wiggle Room is being made to or solicited from the listening audience on today’s show. The information provided on this show is not intended to be investment advice and should not be relied upon as such. The investors on today’s episode are providing their opinions based on their own assessment of the business presented. Those opinions should not be considered professional investment advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#181 ROOK: The VC Vibe Check 11.03.2026 52min

Marco Benitez moved his family to the US to build Rook, an API for wearables. But when a familiar face shows up in The Pitch Room, he learns just how much vibes matter in venture. This is The Pitch for Rook. Featuring investors Elizabeth Yin, Jesse Middleton, Laura Lucas, and Mike Ma. Watch Marco’s pitch uncut on Patreon (@ThePitch) Join us for the Season 16 taping and founder happy hour in Tampa Subscribe to our email newsletter: insider.pitch.show Learn more about The Pitch Fund: thepitch.fund *Disclaimer: No offer to invest in Rook is being made to or solicited from the listening audience on today’s show. The information provided on this show is not intended to be investment advice and should not be relied upon as such. The investors on today’s episode are providing their opinions based on their own assessment of the business presented. Those opinions should not be considered professional investment advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#180 Climatta: Planet Vs. Money 04.03.2026 41min

Iñaki wants to save the planet AND save companies money on their electricity bills. Can this outdoorsman convince the VCs there's a big earnings in big savings? This is The Pitch for Climatta. Featuring investors Elizabeth Yin, Jesse Middleton, Laura Lucas, and Mike Ma. Watch Iñaki’s pitch uncut on Patreon (@ThePitch) Join us for the Season 16 taping in Tampa Subscribe to our email newsletter: insider.pitch.show Learn more about The Pitch Fund: thepitch.fund *Disclaimer: No offer to invest in Climatta is being made to or solicited from the listening audience on today’s show. The information provided on this show is not intended to be investment advice and should not be relied upon as such. The investors on today’s episode are providing their opinions based on their own assessment of the business presented. Those opinions should not be considered professional investment advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#179 Minimis: Declaring War on Garmin 25.02.2026 41min

Jo and Paul came all the way from Sydney with a prototype and a dream. They've designed AR sunglasses for cyclists and runners. Will the investors believe they can beat the tech giants? This is The Pitch for Minimis. Featuring investors Charles Hudson, Elizabeth Yin, Jesse Middleton, and Dawn Dobras. Minimis Wefunder: https://wefunder.com/minimis/ Watch Jo and Paul’s pitch uncut on Patreon (@ThePitch) Join us for the Season 16 taping in Tampa Subscribe to our email newsletter: insider.pitch.show Learn more about The Pitch Fund: thepitch.fund *Disclaimer: No offer to invest in Minimis is being made to or solicited from the listening audience on today’s show. The information provided on this show is not intended to be investment advice and should not be relied upon as such. The investors on today’s episode are providing their opinions based on their own assessment of the business presented. Those opinions should not be considered professional investment advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#178 CosmicBrain AI: How to Train Your Robot 18.02.2026 39min

Anto has been obsessed with robots since he was 7. Now, he's building a company where anyone can train a robot with just a pair of VR glasses. Will he make our laundry folding robot dreams come true, or is the world not quite ready for Anto's futuristic vision? This is The Pitch for CosmicBrain AI. Featuring investors Cyan Banister, Charles Hudson, Immad Akhund, Monique Woodard, and Rohit Gupta. Watch Anto’s pitch uncut on Patreon (@ThePitch) Join us for the Season 16 taping in Tampa Subscribe to our email newsletter: insider.pitch.show Learn more about The Pitch Fund: thepitch.fund *Disclaimer: No offer to invest in Cosmic Brain AI is being made to or solicited from the listening audience on today’s show. The information provided on this show is not intended to be investment advice and should not be relied upon as such. The investors on today’s episode are providing their opinions based on their own assessment of the business presented. Those opinions should not be considered professional investment advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#177 Aleoop: Show Me The Sales! 11.02.2026 39min

After losing a huge sale due to product gaps, Meghan Scanlon left Stripe to start Aleoop, an AI that helps product and sales teams close more deals. But will she be able to close the investors with no sales herself? This is The Pitch for Aleoop. Featuring investors Elizabeth Yin, Jesse Middleton, Laura Lucas, and Mike Ma. Watch Meghan’s pitch uncut on Patreon (@ThePitch) Join us for the Season 16 taping in Tampa Subscribe to our email newsletter: insider.pitch.show Learn more about The Pitch Fund: thepitch.fund *Disclaimer: No offer to invest in Aleoop is being made to or solicited from the listening audience on today’s show. The information provided on this show is not intended to be investment advice and should not be relied upon as such. The investors on today’s episode are providing their opinions based on their own assessment of the business presented. Those opinions should not be considered professional investment advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#176 Your AI Website Sucks. PeachWeb is the Future 04.02.2026 34min

PeachWeb built 3D websites for some of the biggest brands in the world. Now Lucas is enabling everyone to create these jaw-dropping sites with his AI 3D website builder. But will "looking cool" be enough to stand out in a crowded market? This is The Pitch for PeachWeb. Featuring investors Charles Hudson, Elizabeth Yin, Jesse Middleton, and Dawn Dobras. ... Watch Lucas’ pitch uncut on Patreon (@ThePitch) Join us for the Season 16 taping in Tampa Subscribe to our email newsletter: insider.pitch.show Learn more about The Pitch Fund: thepitch.fund *Disclaimer: No offer to invest in PeachWeb is being made to or solicited from the listening audience on today’s show. The information provided on this show is not intended to be investment advice and should not be relied upon as such. The investors on today’s episode are providing their opinions based on their own assessment of the business presented. Those opinions should not be considered professional investment advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Season 14 Finale: The Mad Scientist, The Foxhole, and a $48M Power Move 26.11.2025 54min

You heard seven pitches from Napa... but what happened after the show? We'll catch you up with four founder deep dives and some rapid fire updates on the Season 14 Finale. ... Listen to the finale on Patreon (@ThePitch) Subscribe to our email newsletter: insider.pitch.show Learn more about The Pitch Fund: thepitch.fund … Music in this episode by The Muse Maker, Breakmaster Cylinder, The Firmware Rebels, Ønders, Aero Ross, Boxwood Orchestra, Memory Palace, Bitters, Cosette, Fabulist, Memory Fields, and GEM!N! … *Disclaimer: No offer to invest in the startups featured on this episode is being made to or solicited from the listening audience on today’s show. The information provided on this show is not intended to be investment advice and should not be relied upon as such. The investors on today’s episode are providing their opinions based on their own assessment of the business presented. Those opinions should not be considered professional investment advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Hot Mic: Should You Start a Venture Fund? 21.11.2025 16min

Ever wanted to sit at the table in The Pitch Room and ask the VCs your burning question? Three listeners got the chance on our new segment, The Hot Mic, a live listener Q&A where you get to ask the investors anything.In this episode, our VCs answer: • Should I start a venture fund? • What do you look for in a pitch? • What’s the one company you regret passing on?Submit your questions for the next listener Q&A at pitch.show/hotmic. And get ready… because the Season 14 Finale drops next week. Subscribe to our email newsletter: insider.pitch.show Learn more about The Pitch Fund: thepitch.fund Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#175 Above Health: The Allergy Clinic of the Future 19.11.2025 46min

Hardware is… easy now?! That’s what Matt Truebe said when he pitched three devices and a plan to help families with food allergies and asthma. He has tons of experience, but between telehealth and hardware, is this business just too complicated for the VCs? This is The Pitch for Above Health. Featuring investors Cyan Banister, Charles Hudson, Immad Akhund, Monique Woodard, and Rohit Gupta. ... Watch Matt’s pitch uncut on Patreon (@ThePitch) Subscribe to our email newsletter: insider.pitch.show Learn more about The Pitch Fund: thepitch.fund *Disclaimer: No offer to invest in Above Health is being made to or solicited from the listening audience on today’s show. The information provided on this show is not intended to be investment advice and should not be relied upon as such. The investors on today’s episode are providing their opinions based on their own assessment of the business presented. Those opinions should not be considered professional investment advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#174 Investrio: QuickBooks for the People 12.11.2025 40min

Joyce and Laura are done with clunky finance tools. So they built Investrio, an AI bookkeeper for solopreneurs. With only 25 paying customers in a market where QuickBooks reigns supreme, will the VCs make an early bet? This is The Pitch for Investrio. Featuring investors Charles Hudson, Elizabeth Yin, Jesse Middleton, and Dawn Dobras. ... Watch Joyce’s pitch uncut on Patreon (@ThePitch) Subscribe to our email newsletter: insider.pitch.show Learn more about The Pitch Fund: thepitch.fund *Disclaimer: No offer to invest in Investrio is being made to or solicited from the listening audience on today’s show. The information provided on this show is not intended to be investment advice and should not be relied upon as such. The investors on today’s episode are providing their opinions based on their own assessment of the business presented. Those opinions should not be considered professional investment advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#173 STAG: The Tesla of Construction Equipment?! 05.11.2025 43min

When Adam and Patrik met on the Slovakian National Swim team, they never imagined they'd build a startup together in the US. Can they get the VCs on board with their made-in-America electric mini skid steer, or will the blue collar market scare them away? This is The Pitch for STAG. Featuring investors Elizabeth Yin, Jesse Middleton, Laura Lucas, and Mike Ma. ... Watch Adam and Patrik’s pitch uncut on Patreon (@ThePitch) Subscribe to our email newsletter: insider.pitch.show Learn more about The Pitch Fund: thepitch.fund RSVP for one of our LP meetups: pitch.show/events *Disclaimer: No offer to invest in STAG is being made to or solicited from the listening audience on today’s show. The information provided on this show is not intended to be investment advice and should not be relied upon as such. The investors on today’s episode are providing their opinions based on their own assessment of the business presented. Those opinions should not be considered professional investment advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#172 My Town AI: ChatGPT Meets SimCity 29.10.2025 43min

Nichole Sterling built the AI product she wished she had as an elected official. Will investors see the $2.2 trillion opportunity she sees? Or will this pitch get stuck in committee. This is The Pitch for My Town AI. Featuring investors Charles Hudson, Elizabeth Yin, Jesse Middleton, and Dawn Dobras. ... Watch Nichole’s pitch uncut on Patreon (@ThePitch) Subscribe to our email newsletter: insider.pitch.show Learn more about The Pitch Fund: thepitch.fundRSVP for one of our LP meetups: pitch.show/events *Disclaimer: No offer to invest in My Town AI is being made to or solicited from the listening audience on today’s show. The information provided on this show is not intended to be investment advice and should not be relied upon as such. The investors on today’s episode are providing their opinions based on their own assessment of the business presented. Those opinions should not be considered professional investment advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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