Beginner's Mind

Introducing "The Year in Review Recordings", a series where we reflect on the past year and look forward to the coming one. Hosted by Christian Soschner, this podcast brings you expert speakers from previous episodes and partners of the podcast to give you an in-depth analysis of the latest advancements in their fields and an outlook for the future. This is the 6th conversation in the se...

Are you ready to unlock the secrets of securing funding and achieving impact in the world of European research and innovation?  In this episode of our podcast, we explore the latest trends and developments in research and innovation with Kimberly Cornfield, Assistant Director (Project Development & Management) and Head of European Research and Innovation at University College London (UCL). UCL...

Are you ready to discover the secrets of precision nutrition and AI in the animal protein industry? Join us as we speak with the founders of BIALTEC, Mauricio Agudelo and Lina Maria Toro, to gain exclusive insights on the industry's challenges and opportunities. From tackling logistics and inflation to understanding the future of animal nutrition, this episode is packed with game-changing inf...

Are we on the brink of a technological revolution that will render content creators obsolete? Join us as we explore the rise of ChatGPT and its potential impact on the creative industry. From its capabilities as a natural language processing tool to its comparison to Bitcoin in the financial world, we'll discuss the pros and cons of this game-changing technology. Tune in to discover the truth...

Celebrate with us as we reach our 100th podcast episode! Join us as we look back on the past three years and revisit the 5 most downloaded episodes. From exploring the use of blockchain technology in the energy sector, to gaining valuable insights into the daily life of a VC and learning how to succeed in the competitive world of drug development, this special episode has something for everyone. T...

Welcome to the third part of "This was 2022 - A Year in Review," a special edition of the Beginner's Mind Podcast. I'm your host Christian Soschner and I'm excited to be joined by Albert Missbichler, a business angel with over thirty years of experience in biochemistry and clinical diagnostics. In this episode, we'll be discussing the highlights of 2022, the differenc...

Welcome to the first days of 2023! As we bid farewell to the past year, I wanted to take a moment to appreciate all the amazing conversations on my podcast over the past 12 months. From global crises to personal triumphs and failures, 2022 has been a year like no other. I covered various topics on the show, from venture capital to clinical development, psychedelics, virtual reality, and biophysics...

Welcome to the second part of "This was 2022 - A Year in Review," a special edition of the Beginner’s Mind Podcast as we close the year and look ahead to 2023. I'm your host Christian Soschner, and I'm excited to be joined by Caroline Heil, CEO of The New Meat Company. Caroline is a seasoned investor passionate about revolutionizing the food industry sustainably and healthily....

Hey everyone, this is Christian Soschner from the Beginners Mind Podcast I just wanted to take a quick moment to say thank you for following the podcast channel in 2022. Your support and engagement mean the world to me, and I am truly grateful for each and every one of you. As we head into the new year, I want to assure you that I will continue to bring you valuable content in health, healthcare,...

Welcome to the year-in-review podcast for 2022! As the year comes to a close, I am excited to reflect on the successes and learnings from the past 12 months and look ahead to what 2023 has in store. I have an incredible lineup of speakers from 90 previous podcast episodes; the event was live-streamed before Christmas on LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook, so listeners could tune in from anyw...

In this episode, I unlock the untold stories behind PayPal's meteoric rise and the entrepreneurs who made it possible. The author Jimmy Soni explores the captivating story of PayPal and the entrepreneurs who helped shape Silicon Valley. From Elon Musk to Peter Thiel and many others whose stories have never been told, hear about the scrappy online payments start-up that faced fierce competitio...

As the holiday season has started, I wanted to take a moment to wish you all a very Merry Christmas. I hope this time of year brings you joy, peace, and happiness. Remember to stay positive and hopeful as we look ahead to the new year.  2023 is a new opportunity to set goals, make positive changes, and achieve our dreams. I hope you can spend this holiday season with loved ones, surrounded by warm...

Which Role do Wearables like Virtual Reality Devices play in the Future of Diagnostics? In this episode, I am excited to talk with Adrian Brodesser, CEO of Somareality, to explore the latest technological developments and their impact on society. Adrian will be joining us to discuss the use of VR in diagnosing neurological diseases and how these devices are revolutionizing the way we approach heal...

What is the Role of Biophysics in Drug Development and Drug Discovery? In this episode, I speak with Dr. Thomas Schubert, CEO of 2bind, a provider of biophysical outsourcing solutions for the pharmaceutical. Dr. Schubert discusses the role of biophysics in drug development and the importance of outsourcing in the pharmaceutical industry. ⭐ In this episode, we talk about: The Role of Biophysics in...

How did Venture Capital evolve? When did it start? Get the answers right here in the book The Power Law by Sebastian Mallaby. ⭐ In this episode, we talk about: • Storytelling Methods and a Writers Work Process • What is Venture Capital – From the Writers Perspective • How Did Silicon Valley Evolve into the Center of the Innovation World? • The 3 Most Crucial Moments in the Development of Venture...

What is the Role of Artificial Intelligence in Drug Development and Drug Discovery? ⭐ In this episode, we talk about: Deep Mind’s Alphafold Investing in Life Science companies The State of AI in Drug Development and Drug Discovery How does GDPR limit the development of AI in Drug Discovery The Human Genome and AI Today’s speaker is Marco Schmidt, CSO of Biotx.ai Marco had an exceptional academic...

Do you understand the dynamics of the stock market? Here is an episode with Brian Feroldi, Writer at the Motley Fool, on his new book “Why the stock market goes up?” We are talking about ⭐ The Global Problem With Financial Literacy ⭐ Why Did Brian Feroldi Write a Book About Investing for Beginners? ⭐ Why Does the Market Crash from Time to Time? ⭐ Cost Averaging and Index Investing – A Powerful...

Where are the Big Life Science Hubs in the United States?  Here is an in-depth overview of  Life Science In Georgia with many essential Key Facts and exciting stories from the beautiful state. My guest in this episode is E Jane Caraway, Director of Life Science at the Georgia Department of Economic Development. ⭐We are talking about Life Science, Vineyards, Vampires and Zombies Boehringer Ingelhe...

What are the opportunities for Biotechs in the Chinese Market? Get answers to this question in this podcast with the BFC Group. ⭐We are talking about The BFC Group The Capital Market Landscape in China Deal Structuring in China Clinical Strategies for China Why Affordability and Accessibility of new drugs matter in China ⭐About BFC Group: BFC Group is a China-based investment banking firm with a...

Fundraising in Israel and the United States – In this episode, I have a conversation with Tuvik Beker, CEO of Pangea Biomed, who has started, developed, and exited companies in the United States and Israel. Now he is developing Pangea Biomed to start the next revolution in precision oncology. Tuvik Beker is a seasoned entrepreneur, an experienced executive, and a strong technical leader who spent...

In this episode, Tobias Silberzahn, McKinsey talks about biohacking 101 – habits that make a difference, digital health eco-system, and much more… Tobias Silberzahn is a trained biochemist and immunologist and works as a Partner in McKinsey's Berlin office, where he is a member of the Healthcare and Innovation Practice. His work focuses on healthcare innovation, health tech business-building,...

What are decentralized clinical trials?  What are the benefits of decentralized clinical trials? Why are decentralized clinical trials the way of the future? Emily Mitchell,   Executive Director of ICON’s DCT team, discusses the benefits of these trials and what needs to be considered to ensure these benefits are realized.  Emily Mitchell has over 15 years of experience working in the CRO industry...

What is the best approach to starting a novel deep tech life science company? In this episode, I am talking with Samatha Dale Strasser, CSO , and co-founder of Pepper Bio , about her academic career at the University of Cambridge and MIT and the process of starting Pepper Bio. Backed by VC firm NFX, Pepper Bio uses proprietary lab methods and computational abilities to unlock a new level of sophis...

What is the best methodology for presenting your Company to investors, industry partners, and public funding organizations? Here is the answer: In this episode, Donna LaVoie presents her famous “15-slides-methodology” in great detail. Donna is a proven strategic communications leader in health and science innovation. She is a trusted advisor on strategic communications issues, especially around co...

Happy Birthday, Inits. Today 20 years ago – July 27, 2002 – Inits – Vienna’s most important high Tech Incubation Program was created. In this episode, I am talking with Irene Fialka , CEO of Inits. In 20 years, Inits has supported over 300 high-tech #startups with the necessary tools for a successful and sustainable market entry. Dr. Irene Fialka is CEO of INiTS, Vienna’s University Business Incub...