DeepTech Unleashed
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<p>DeepTech Unleashed is a podcast for DeepTech founders, from DeepTech founders hosted by NGP Capital.</p><br><p>Inspired by the ‘great convergence’ and a new wave of entrepreneurs transforming the fields of robotics, AI, space tech, quantum, and more, DeepTech Unleashed explores the challenges and opportunities of building a DeepTech company.</p><br><p>We talk candidly to some of the worlds most inspiring founders as they share their insights into every aspect of founder life, from enterprise sales to navigating complex regulation to international expansion, and their personal moments of DeepTech magic.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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July 21, 2026
Tackling the Last Metre: Ultrafast Charging and Physical AI Infrastructure with Sai Shivareddy
<p>In this episode of DeepTech Unleashed, host Christian Noske sits down with Sai Shivareddy, the CEO and co-founder of Nyobolt. Born out of a decade of cutting-edge research at the University of Cambridge, Nyobolt is a battery scale-up tackling the all-important last metre of energy storage. Their revolutionary technology enables ultrafast charging, reaching an 80% charge in under five minutes, without the typical degradation associated with conventional lithium-ion batteries.</p><br><p>Sai shares his 15-year journey across the battery value chain, reflecting on how early research funded by Dyson sparked his entrepreneurial drive. The conversation dives deep into the strategic choices that have driven Nyobolt's success, including a deliberate choice to focus on application-layer solutions and power density to uniquely solve industrial pain points. Sai also details the reality of navigating multiple hype cycles, building commercial credibility, and the milestone achievements that have validated their hardware stack—from a groundbreaking sports car demonstration to capturing massive automation contracts with reference customers like Symbotic.</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Chapters:</strong></p><br><p>00:00 Introduction to DeepTech Unleashed and Sai Shivareddy</p><p>01:17 Sai's Background: From Cambridge Research to Dyson</p><p>06:03 The Trade-Offs of Physics: Energy Density vs. Power Density</p><p>09:03 Owning the Supply Chain and Navigating the Application Layer</p><p>12:51 Fast Charging vs. Battery Swapping in Robotics</p><p>16:04 Empowering the Physical AI Cake and Data Centre Architecture</p><p>23:42 Juggling Hype Cycles and Managing an Experienced Team</p><p>28:13 Advice for the Next Generation: Capital Efficiency and Niche Markets</p><p>37:51 Moments of Magic: The 4-Minute EV Charge and the Symbotic Deal</p><p>42:54 Personal Insights: Technology's Impact on Society and Farming Hobbies</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Guest: Sai Shivareddy</strong></p><br><p>Sai has dedicated his career to the mission of finding seamless solutions for energy storage and retrieval. His passion lies in clean energy and materials innovation, which drive Nyobolt’s unique high-power batteries with ultrafast charging times. Since founding Nyobolt in 2019, Sai has applied a whole systems approach to address the need for accessible power. His experience in inventing and developing various energy storage technologies across different industries for over a decade informs his vision. Sai collaborates with a world-class team—scientists, engineers, and industry experts—united by a shared purpose: unlocking the potential of battery technology. Together, they challenge conventions and inspire a paradigm shift in energy storage systems. Sai holds a PhD in Engineering from St John’s College, Cambridge, where he collaborated with Dyson on groundbreaking concepts for high-power energy storage technologies.</p><br><p>Follow Sai Shivareddy on LinkedIn here: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/saishivareddy/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/saishivareddy/</a> </p><br><p>Find out more about Nyobolt here:<a href="https://nyobolt.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://nyobolt.com/</a> </p><br><p><strong>About the Host: Christian Noske</strong></p><br><p>Host Christian Noske focuses on industrial tech, enterprise software, and deep tech investments. With a wealth of experience in the venture capital landscape, Christian is dedicated to supporting founders who are solving complex technical challenges. Through DeepTech Unleashed, he brings listeners behind the scenes of the world’s most ambitious startups to uncover the human stories behind the hardware and code.</p><br><p>Follow Christian Noske on LinkedIn here:<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-noske/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-noske/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-noske/</a> </p><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
July 1, 2026
From SpaceX to Reinventing GPS: Solving the ‘Solved Problem’ with Brian Manning
<p>In this episode of DeepTech Unleashed, host and partner at NGP Capital, Upal Basu, sits down with Brian Manning, Co-Founder and CEO of Xona, to explore the future of satellite navigation. Xona is pioneering a secure, high-performance navigation system from low Earth orbit (LEO) designed to meet the demands of modern automation, providing accuracy down to the centimetre level.</p><br><p><br></p><h3>Key topics discussed:</h3><p><br></p><p><strong>The Entrepreneurial Spark:</strong> From tinkering in a family plumbing business to working at SpaceX on the Falcon rocket thrust structure, and how those formative experiences shaped Brian’s journey.</p><br><p><strong>The Limitations of GPS:</strong> Why traditional GPS is no longer sufficient for the era of 'hands-off' machine control, autonomous vehicles, and automated infrastructure.</p><br><p><strong>Validating Deep Tech:</strong> The parallel approach required to prove complex satellite technology and market demand simultaneously, avoiding the pitfalls of building in a vacuum.</p><br><p><strong>Overcoming the Doubters:</strong> Navigating early fundraising hurdles, managing runway through volatile periods like COVID-19, and the ultimate validation of launching Xona’s first satellite.</p><br><p><strong>The Launch Bottleneck:</strong> The current state of the space industry where satellite manufacturing capacity heavily outstrips available commercial launch supply.</p><br><p><strong>A Vision of Ubiquitous Precision:</strong> Looking ahead to a future where high-precision positioning transforms precision agriculture, critical infrastructure, and consumer applications.</p><br><p><br></p><h3>Chapters:</h3><p><br></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Pulsar-0 and Market Opportunity</p><p>02:57 Brian Manning's Journey to Entrepreneurship</p><p>05:57 Inspiration from SpaceX and the Apollo Era</p><p>09:04 The Transition from Automotive to Space Tech</p><p>11:52 Identifying the Gaps in GPS Technology</p><p>14:47 Commercial vs. Defense Applications of Navigation Systems</p><p>17:47 Overcoming Investor Skepticism</p><p>21:12 Parallel Validation of Technology and Market Needs</p><p>24:06 Building a Strong Founding Team</p><p>27:24 The Early Struggles of Fundraising</p><p>34:05 The Launch of Pulsar-0 and Its Impact</p><p>37:02 Transitioning from Technology Developer to Service Provider</p><p>39:50 Future Use Cases and Consumer Impact</p><p>46:05 Reflections and Advice for Entrepreneurs</p><br><p><br></p><br><p><br></p><h3>About the Host: Upal Basu</h3><p><br></p><p>Upal has worked in the mobile and software technology industry for over 20 years. At NGP Capital, Upal leads the US investment team. Prior to NGP Capital, he was Founder and CEO of Mformation Technologies, the world’s largest mobile device management company, which was acquired by Alcatel-Lucent. </p><br><p>Previously he was a management consultant for McKinsey & Company in New York and London. Prior to joining McKinsey, Upal led Product Management activities for Risk Management Solutions (RMS), a leading provider of software technologies for the management of insurance risks. </p><br><p>Upal has an MBA from Harvard Business School, an MS in Engineering from Stanford University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from Imperial College, London.</p><br><p>Follow Upal Basu on LinkedIn:<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/upalbasu/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/upalbasu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/upalbasu</a> </p><br><p>Find out more about NGP Capital here:<a href="https://www.ngpcap.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><a href="https://www.ngpcap.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.ngpcap.com</a> </p><br><p><br></p><p><br></p><h3>About the Guest: Brian Manning</h3><p><br></p><p>Brian Manning is the Co-Founder and CEO of Xona. An engineer and mechanic at heart, he holds an aerospace engineering degree and an MBA from London Business School. He is dedicated to building the foundation layer for the next generation of autonomous and connected devices by providing modern, secure, and ultra-precise satellite navigation.</p><br><p>Follow Brian Manning on LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-manning-x/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-manning-x/</a> </p><br><p>Find out more about Xona here:<a href="https://www.xonaspace.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://www.xonaspace.com/</a> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
June 9, 2026
From Sligo to Space: Reinventing acoustic materials with Rhona Togher
<p><br></p><p>In this episode of DeepTech Unleashed, host Christian Noske sits down with Rhona Togher, the CEO and co-founder of Lios. Based in Dublin, Lios is on a mission to reduce noise pollution and prevent hearing damage through advanced material science. Rhona and her co-founder, Eimear O'Carroll, have developed SoundBounce, an award-winning acoustic material that is thinner, lighter, and significantly more effective at dampening low-frequency noise than traditional solutions. From its origins as a school science project to winning the European Patent Office’s Invention of the Year 2023, Rhona shares the remarkable story of Lios’s growth. The conversation explores the challenges of building a hardware powerhouse in a risk-averse industry, the importance of long-term customer relationships, and the unique dynamics of a co-founder partnership that began in high school.</p><br><p><strong>What you’ll learn in this episode:</strong></p><br><p><strong>The Founder’s Journey: </strong>How Lios evolved from a high school science project in Sligo into an advanced materials company operating across the automotive, aviation, and construction sectors, and even in space.</p><br><p><strong>A Unique Co-Founder Partnership: </strong>Insights into building a long-term, successful co-founder relationship, and how constant, transparent communication serves as the foundation for overcoming the challenges of a deep tech startup.</p><br><p><strong>Overcoming Industry Resistance: </strong>Strategies for convincing veteran, risk-averse industries to adopt new, breakthrough materials through multi-phase processes and long-term engagement.</p><br><p><strong>Supporting Women in Tech: </strong>Why visibility and community are vital for encouraging more women to pursue careers and leadership roles in deep tech.</p><br><p><strong>Chapters:</strong></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Deep Tech Unleashed and Rhona Togher</p><p>01:22 Lios’s Mission and SoundBounce Technology</p><p>05:04 Origin Story: From High School Project to Business</p><p>11:50 Building the Team and Scaling</p><p>14:23 Managing Funding and Capital Efficiency</p><p>18:56 Navigating Early Investor and Supplier Challenges</p><p>23:04 The Power of the Co-Founder Relationship</p><p>26:11 Challenges and Opportunities for Women in Deep Tech</p><p>31:13 Best Practices for Entering Risk-Averse Industries</p><p>34:35 Moments of Magic and Recognition</p><p>39:24 Personal Insights and Life Outside of Work</p><br><p><strong>About the Guest: Rhona Togher</strong></p><p>Rhona Togher is the co-founder and CEO of Lios, an advanced materials company based in Dublin. Along with her co-founder Eimear O'Carroll, she has spent over ten years developing breakthrough acoustic materials to combat noise pollution. Rhona’s work with Lios has earned significant recognition, including being named the European Patent Office’s Invention of the Year 2023. She is a passionate advocate for women in deep tech and focuses on building sustainable, customer-driven technology that has applications across global industries and in space.</p><br><p>Follow Rhona on LinkedIn here: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhonatogher/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhonatogher/</a> </p><br><p>Find out more about Lios here: <a href="https://lios-group.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://lios-group.com</a> </p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Host: Christian Noske</strong></p><p>Christian Noske is a Partner at NGP Capital, where he focuses on industrial tech, enterprise software, and deep tech investments. With a wealth of experience in the venture capital landscape, Christian is dedicated to supporting founders who are solving complex technical challenges. Through DeepTech Unleashed, he brings listeners behind the scenes of the world’s most ambitious startups to uncover the human stories behind the hardware and code.</p><p> </p><p>Follow Christian Noske here:<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-noske/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-noske/</a></p><p> </p><p>Find out more about NGP Capital here:<a href="https://www.ngpcap.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://www.ngpcap.com/</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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<p>DeepTech Unleashed is a podcast for DeepTech founders, from DeepTech founders hosted by NGP Capital.</p><br><p>Inspired by the ‘great convergence’ and a new wave of entrepreneurs transforming the fields of robotics, AI, space tech, quantum, and more, DeepTech Unleashed explores the challenges and opportunities of building a DeepTech company.</p><br><p>We talk candidly to some of the worlds most inspiring founders as they share their insights into every aspect of founder life, from enterprise sales to navigating complex regulation to international expansion, and their personal moments of DeepTech magic.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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