
In a rapidly evolving world, staying ahead requires continuous learning and adaptation. Hosted by ChangeSchool, this podcast explores the challenges and triumphs of those driving change in deep tech and entrepreneurship. Gain valuable perspectives from founders, investors, and thought leaders on how to navigate the complexities of innovation and leadership in today’s dynamic landscape.
The Founders Playbook
Real Stories. Real People. Not from Silicon Valley.
Forget the Silicon Valley playbook. This podcast features founders building world-changing deep tech companies right here in the UK — navigating different capital markets, different ecosystems, and different rules. Honest, in-depth conversations with the entrepreneurs proving that breakthrough innovation happens everywhere.



Unfiltered stories and tactical advice from founders and investors building world-changing companies - outside Silicon Valley.
Real words from real journeys - outside Silicon Valley.

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"Space is an area really for everyone and that's something I do want people to know, to understand. Anyone can have a future, anyone can have a career in space and do meaningful change."
Sara Alao, Founder of Starz Edge


"We really want to get the best out of each battery. Make every battery count is what I say."
Mahfuz Kamal, RecoVolt


When we put our minds to it, we can actually make a big difference."
- Lucy Hughes, Founder MarineTex


"We're challenging the 200-year-old needle-based technology with a novel, painless, and self-administered solution that can save lives and reduce health inequalities globally."
Henry Dunn, Founder Microneedle Solutions (MNS)

The Founders Playbook cuts through the noise.
Hosted by ChangeSchool LDN, with over 10 years' experience working with entrepreneurs around the world, The Founders Playbook goes beyond the headlines to explore the real challenges of building a deep tech venture outside Silicon Valley.
No billion-dollar unicorn hype. No Sand Hill Road connections required. Just honest, in-depth conversations with founders navigating different capital markets, different ecosystems, and different rules. Six months in the making, this is the podcast for founders building beyond the Valley.

