Beginner's Mind
Blueprints for Builders and Investors
Hosted by Christian Soschner
From pre-seed to post-IPO, every company—especially in deep tech, biotech, AI, and climate tech—lives or dies by the frameworks it follows.
On Beginner’s Mind, Christian Soschner uncovers the leadership principles behind the world’s most impactful companies—through deep-dive interviews, strategic book reviews, and patterns drawn from history’s greatest business, military, and political minds.
With over 200 interviews, panels, and livestreams, the show ranks in the Top 10% globally—and is recognized as the #1 deep tech podcast.
With 35+ years across M&A, company building, board roles, business schools, ultrarunning, and martial arts, Christian brings a rare lens:
What it really takes to turn breakthrough science into business—how to grow it, lead it, and shape the world around it.
🎙 Expect each episode to deliver:
- Founder & Investor Blueprints: How breakthrough technologies scale from lab to IPO
- Historical & Biographical Frameworks: Timeless playbooks from the world's great builders
- Leadership & Communication Mastery: Tools to inspire, persuade, and lead at scale
Whether you're building the next biotech success, investing in AI, or leading a climate tech company through hypergrowth—this podcast gives you the edge.
Listen in. Apply what matters. Build companies that last.
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Beginner's Mind
MM3: Jeevan Sunner - Powerful Voices: The Rise of Female Leaders in Tech and Venture Capital
In this captivating episode of our podcast, we address the pressing issue of gender diversity within the tech and venture capital sectors, inviting Jeevan Sunner, a distinguished investor from Playfair Capital, to share her invaluable insights on the matter. Jeevan emphasizes the importance of promoting female representation in the industry and explores the vast opportunities that can arise from embracing diverse perspectives.
As CEOs and investors, understanding the immense value of nurturing a more inclusive environment is essential to unlock the full potential of the tech sector and maximizing investment returns. This episode sheds light on the challenges faced by women in tech and venture capital and discusses the actions that can be taken to create a more equitable landscape.
Tune in to this enthralling conversation and learn how your organization can foster change and benefit from increased diversity in the tech and venture capital fields. Don't miss this chance to listen to a leader who is spearheading the movement for inclusivity and championing the transformative power of gender equality in the tech world.
Subscribe to our podcast and stay informed on the latest trends and insights that will help you navigate the ever-evolving landscape of the tech and venture capital industries.
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⏰ Timestamps
(00:00) Intro
(01:00) Jeevan Sunner talks about the Gender GAP in the Startup World
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