The ideaSpace Podcast: How Startups Actually Get Built

Real stories from founders and operators on how companies actually get built — from idea to scale and exit. Through interviews, talks and discussions, the ideaSpace Podcast explores the reality of building a business: the ...more

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November 09, 2026 • 00:52:16
Don't Lose Yourself: The Reality of Building a Startup

Don't Lose Yourself: The Reality of Building a Startup

From venture capital and scientific research to founding and leading technology businesses, Dr Vivian Chan has experienced the startup journey from almost every angle....

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October 16, 2026 • 00:39:07
The £20m Mistake, ADHD and What It Really Takes to Build a Business - with Oliver Bruce

The £20m Mistake, ADHD and What It Really Takes to Build a Business - with Oliver Bruce

Oliver Bruce started his first business from his university halls at 19, using university equipment, reinvesting everything he earned and learning how to build...

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September 22, 2026 • 00:43:47
Why Most Startup Advice Is Wrong - with Matthew Cleevely

Why Most Startup Advice Is Wrong - with Matthew Cleevely

What happens after you build, scale and sell a start-up - and how does the experience change the way you think about entrepreneurship? Matthew...

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April 07, 2026 • 00:53:30
The Mathematician Who Built a Hedge Fund - with Dr Ewan Kirk

The Mathematician Who Built a Hedge Fund - with Dr Ewan Kirk

Ewan Kirk is a mathematician, programmer, hedge fund founder, investor, and philanthropist - and proof that the most interesting careers rarely go to plan....

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February 20, 2026 • 00:53:30
Why Founders Shouldn’t Build Alone - with Katie Lewis and Matthew Stafford of 9others

Why Founders Shouldn’t Build Alone - with Katie Lewis and Matthew Stafford of 9others

In this episode of the ideaSpace Podcast, Ben Hartley is joined by Matthew Stafford and Katie Lewis, co-founders of 9others - a global peer...

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October 27, 2025 • 00:50:28
Science, Startups, and Playing the Long Game - with Dr Jon Moore

Science, Startups, and Playing the Long Game - with Dr Jon Moore

Today on the podcast, we’re joined by Dr Jon Moore — a biochemist, entrepreneur, and seasoned biotech leader whose career spans both cutting-edge academic...

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