Pioneers

Pioneers

Siemens Digital Industry Software

Episodes 51
Avg. Duration 36m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.6 (5)
Since Aug 2020
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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Every 2 Months
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Episodic
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62%
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About This Podcast

Ideas alone can’t change the world. It takes grit. In this podcast, Siemens sits down with startup founders, ecosystem partners and more in a quest to get to the bottom of what makes startups (and the people in them) tick.  At Siemens, we understand the struggles of early-stage startups. Let us remove the barriers on your startup journey by helping you transform your engineering ideas into real, marketable products with industry-leading software solutions. Join the Siemens Startups Program to grow your startup to its full potential. Want to get in touch? Reach out here.

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Recent Episodes

From SpaceX Launch Pads to Nuclear Power Plants: Ben Kellie’s Mission to Make Clean Energy Affordable

Mar 26, 2026 45m

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 to fix it? What you’ll discover today… (00:00)…

The Robot That Comes to Your Car: Inside Kiwi Charge’s Vision for Scalable EV Charging

Feb 06, 2026 43m

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 building ownership. Instead of accepting the…

From Spider-Man to Spidey Tek: How Roberto Velozzi is Spinning the Future of Sustainable Materials

Oct 31, 2025 27m

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, a business. What you’ll discover today… (02:10)…

From PhD Lab to Industry Leader: Paul Webster’s Journey to a Hard Tech Exit

Sep 30, 2025 56m

What if your PhD side project could turn into a multimillion-dollar acquisition in just five years—without going through endless VC rounds? What you’ll discover… The crucial pivot that took…

From Big Tech to Robots: Cobot Founder Brad Porter and the Race to Robotics

Aug 27, 2025 55m

What you’ll discover… How to build trust with customers before you’ve even built a product Lessons on raising $150M and convincing top-tier VCs like Sequoia and General Catalyst The…

Forged in War, Proven in Business: The Story of Peng Cau

Jun 16, 2025 33m

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 shape not just a business, but an entire life? In…

50% Less Fuel, Fewer Emissions: JetZero’s Game-Changing Aircraft Design

Mar 26, 2025 37m

What if the shape of an aircraft could unlock 50% fuel savings and drastically cut carbon emissions? How can innovative startups challenge decades-old aviation designs to create a more sustainable,…

Reducing failure rates and improving development time: How AdaIQ makes it possible

Feb 28, 2025 27m

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 changing the game for product design. With a…

40% of New Products Fail: AdaIQ’s AI Solution Might Change the Game

Jan 31, 2025 25m

What if AI could transform product design by seamlessly integrating consumer insights and predictive analytics? How can startups and established companies alike harness AI to bridge the gap between…

32 Engines, Zero Emissions: What Startup Innovators Can Learn from Cosmic Aerospace’s Skylark

Jan 23, 2025 41m

How can aviation achieve zero-emission flight without compromising performance and range? What does it take to build the next generation of electric aircraft from the ground up?Aviation is at a…

First Flight Venture Center: Launching Startups Successfully

Nov 29, 2024 44m

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, mentorship, and support founders need to thrive?In…

Transforming Startup Potential into Success with Siemens and Big Red Jelly’s Strategic Approach

Oct 31, 2024 44m

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 scale successfully? In this episode of Pioneers,…

Affordable Space Tourism

Aug 20, 2024 47m

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 boundaries of exploration expand, today's episode…

A Deep Dive into Berkeley SkyDeck

Jul 30, 2024 38m

Incubators and accelerators serve as vital support systems, fostering early-stage ventures by offering essential resources, mentorship, and invaluable networking opportunities.In this insightful…

Revolutionizing Drug Development in Space

Jun 28, 2024 28m

Manufacturing in space leverages the unique conditions of microgravity to enhance processes that are challenging or impossible on Earth. In this exciting episode of Pioneers, the Siemens StartUp…

MedTech Innovator: Accelerating Healthcare Innovation (Part 2)

May 29, 2024 34m

As a startup venturing into the dynamic landscape of medical technology innovation, the road ahead may seem riddled with obstacles. From fierce competition to ever-evolving regulatory landscapes, the…

MedTech Innovator: Accelerating Healthcare Innovation

Apr 29, 2024 25m

Accelerators provide essential coaching, resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities to startups, enabling them to navigate challenges and scale effectively in the competitive landscape. I'm…

Navigating Angel Investment with Sandy Wollman

Mar 25, 2024 58m

Often, entrepreneurs embark on their journey with a brilliant idea they believe addresses a pressing market need. But turning that idea into reality requires more than just ingenuity; it demands…

Sustainable Space Travel

Jan 31, 2024 34m

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 commercial rocket powered by carbon-neutral biofuel…

Creating Safer Healthcare Environments with the ALTA Platform

Jan 02, 2024 42m

We live in a world where advancements in medical science have extended our lifespan and are transforming how we experience healthcare. However, one statistic shows one-third of the surveyed…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Pioneers have?

Pioneers has published 51 episodes since August 2020, covering topics in Technology.

Is Pioneers still active?

Pioneers is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 months. Average episode length is 36m.

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