- 11
- Episodes
- 2024
- First episode
About Muse Capital
Welcome to the Muse Capital Podcast. Muse Capital is a female-founded venture fund laser focused on backing early-stage consumer tech companies driving the future of how we care, play, and live. In their first series, The Future of How We Care, hosts Assia Grazioli Venier and Rachel Springate speak with visionary founders who are redefining what it means to prioritize Women’s Health. You’ll hear from specialists in all areas like hormone health and athletic performance, gaining valuable insights into this fascinating area that has been for so long overlooked. Best-in-class performance from the boardroom to the baby room, we’ve got you covered. To find out more about Muse Capital, check out www.musecapital.vc
- Publisher
- Muse Capital
- Category
- business · health & fitness
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 27 May 2024
- Latest episode
- 22 Aug 2025
Latest episodes
11 episodes in the feed.
22 Aug 2025
The Care Economy Revolution with Sheila Marcello
In this episode, we sit down with Sheila Lirio Marcelo, founder of Care.com and co-founder of Ohai.ai, to discuss her journey in the care economy and the evolution of her career. Sheila shares her personal experiences as a young mother and the challenges she faced, which ultimately led her to create Care.com in 2006, a platform that connects families with caregivers. Sheila emphasizes the importance of the care economy, defining it as the work that enables all other work to happen. She discusses the concept of "care infrastructure" and highlights the disproportionate burden of unpaid labor on women. After selling Care.com, Sheila was inspired to create Ohai.ai, a platform designed to assist families with everyday life coordination using AI technology. Ohai.ai aims to alleviate the mental load of managing family schedules and tasks, allowing parents to focus on quality time with their children. Sheila describes the user experience, where families receive daily summaries of their schedules, reminders, and task management, ultimately reducing parental stress and improving family dynamics. In this episode, you’ll hear: Sheila's inspiring journey and the "aha" moment that led to the creation of Ohai.ai. The importance of addressing the care economy and the challenges faced by families today. How Ohai.ai is designed to streamline household management and enhance family coordination. The user experience and features of Ohai.ai that aim to improve family dynamics. The ongoing challenges for female founders in securing funding and navigating a male-dominated investment landscape. Sheila's vision for the future of Ohai.ai and its potential impact on family life. Whether you’re a parent looking for innovative solutions to manage family life or interested in the intersection of technology and care, this episode offers valuable insights into the future of the care economy. To find out more about Muse Capital go to musecapital.vc
28 May 2025
Making Egg Freezing Free: How Cofertility is Transforming Reproductive Care
Lauren Makler, Cofertility co-founder, discusses Cofertility's innovative egg-sharing model that allows women to freeze their eggs for free when donating half to intended parents, creating a more equitable and ethical approach to reproductive care in this interview.
19 Dec 2024
The Future of Affordable Fertility Care with Conceivable Life Sciences
IVF is a life-changing option for many hoping to start a family, but high costs and limited accessibility often make it unattainable for many. In this episode, we delve into how Conceivable Life Sciences, a groundbreaking Muse Capital portfolio company, is transforming the IVF landscape by leveraging robotics and AI to automate critical parts of the IVF process, making it more affordable, accessible, and effective. Co-founder Joshua Abraham shares his vision for democratizing fertility care through cutting-edge automation and innovative technology. By focusing on robotic precision and AI-driven insights, Conceivable’s fully automated labs streamline traditionally manual and error-prone processes, reducing IVF costs from $75,000 to $15,000 and turning the dream of parenthood into a reality for millions. In this episode, you’ll hear: The historical journey of IVF, from its inception in 1978 to today's advancements. How Conceivable’s fully automated labs are redefining success rates, reducing variability, and improving outcomes. The role of automation in addressing the current barriers to IVF accessibility. Insights into why fertility care has failed to scale and how Conceivable is creating a population health-based solution. Stories of patients and partners embracing these innovations to overcome infertility challenges. The future of IVF, including policy changes and the broader societal implications of making fertility care universally accessible. Whether you're navigating infertility or interested in the intersection of healthcare and innovation, this episode sheds light on how technology is reshaping one of the most personal and transformative aspects of human life. Tune in to learn how Conceivable is setting a new gold standard for IVF and fertility care. To find out more about Muse Capital go to www.musecapital.vc
21 Nov 2024
Redefining Family Mental Health with Mavida Health
Mavida Health co-founders Dr. Sarah Oreck and Emma Sugarman redefine family mental health care with their comprehensive, accessible, and compassionate platform.
6 Nov 2024
How Mahmee is Transforming Maternal Care
Muse Capital's Melissa Hanna, co-founder and CEO of Mahmee, shares her journey in transforming maternal and infant health with continuous, personalized care, making comprehensive maternal care accessible to diverse families.
5 Sept 2024
Sailing Forward: Assia Grazioli-Venier’s Vision for the Future of Sports and Venture Capital
In this bonus episode of The Future of How We Care podcast, we’re excited to share a special highlight from our summer break. Earlier this summer, our founding partner Assia Grazioli-Venier delivered a powerful keynote presentation at the Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix by SailGP, a pioneering global sailing league founded by Larry Ellison and Russell Coutts in 2018. Known for its cutting-edge F50 catamarans and dedication to sustainability and gender equality in sports, SailGP embodies the future of competitive sports, and sailing. Assia shared a heartfelt reflection on her personal journey, deeply intertwined with her family’s adventurous sailing legacy that traces back to her father’s historic voyage in the inaugural whitbread race 50 years ago. Her speech resonated with resilience and the valuable life lessons learned from sailing, which have profoundly influenced her career spanning technology, sports, and venture capital. Assia’s presentation highlighted the transformative impact of diversity and the significant opportunities for investment in women’s health and sports. At Muse Capital, we are proud to support Assia’s vision for fostering innovation and driving positive change. This aligns with our mission, led by partners Assia Grazioli-Venier and Rachel Springate, to make meaningful advancements in venture capital and beyond. Tune in to hear Assia’s inspiring insights and reflections on the intersection of sailing, sustainability, and the future of sports. To find out more about Muse Capital go to www.musecapital.vc
22 Jul 2024
All Women are Athletes with Dawn Scott
Join us as we delve into the groundbreaking realm of sports science and performance coaching with Dawn Scott, a pioneering performance coach and sports scientist whose illustrious career spans prestigious roles with the U.S. and England Women's National Teams, FIFA, UEFA, and MLS. Dawn's passion for sports ignited during her childhood, playing football in the streets with the boys, setting the stage for her to revolutionize performance strategies in women's sports. Dawn holds a Master's degree in Sports Science Nutrition from the University of Aberdeen and currently serves as the Director of Performance, Medical, and Innovation for the Washington Spirit in the NWSL. Her expertise has been instrumental in securing two FIFA Women's World Cup victories and an Olympic gold medal for the U.S. Women's National Team. Today, we sit down with Dawn to explore how advancements in sports science can empower women of all backgrounds. In this episode, you'll hear: Dawn's personal journey into sports science and standout career achievements Insights into the innovative performance strategies she implements with elite female athletes Her pivotal role as Director of Performance, Medical, and Innovation for the Washington Spirit How Dawn integrates cutting-edge medical and nutritional insights to enhance athlete performance Her visionary outlook on the future of women's sports and health innovation Tune in to gain profound insights into Dawn Scott's visionary approach to performance coaching and her dedication to empowering women in sports and beyond. To find out more about Muse Capital go to www.musecapital.vc (http://www.musecapital.vc)
8 Jul 2024
Navigating Midlife: A New Era of Care with Midi Health
Menopause and perimenopause can be daunting, with symptoms impacting every facet of a woman’s life. Despite affecting millions, women often suffer in silence, as the healthcare system has long overlooked the demographic of women above the age of 40, leaving menopause under-discussed and under-treated. In this episode, we sit down with Muse Capital portfolio founder Joanna Strober, the visionary founder and CEO of Midi Health. Joanna and her team are redefining midlife care with a personalized, holistic approach tailored to each woman's unique needs. Midi Health provides expert, empathetic care coupled with comprehensive insurance coverage, ensuring that all women receive the support they need and deserve. Their innovative methods address all menopause symptoms through a blend of hormone and non-hormonal medications, supplements, and lifestyle recommendations. Today, with a recent $60M Series B funding led by Emerson Collective, Midi Health is poised to revolutionize midlife care for women, heralding a new era in women’s health. In this episode, you'll hear: What Midi Health is and how it works What menopause and perimenopause are The comprehensive care protocols that Midi Health employs Why midlife care has been overlooked for so long and how Midi is closing the care gap Midi’s vision for the future Insights into Midi’s fundraising journey, from the early days to the recent $60M Series B Tune in to discover how Midi Health is pioneering a new frontier in women’s health, helping thousands of women live longer, healthier, and happier lives. Some museworthy mentions in this episode include: Midi Health (https://www.joinmidi.com/%20) Midi raises $60M series B (https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/midi-health-the-fastest-growing-virtual-clinic-for-perimenopause-and-menopause-raises-an-additional-60m-in-series-b-round--100m-total-funding-to-date--to-transform-womens-healthcare-302125839.html) Midi's estradiol cream (https://www.joinmidi.com/store/dhea-cream) Assia's breast cancer story (https://www.harpersbazaar.com/beauty/health/a23584644/assia-grazioli-venier-breast-cancer-essay/) To find out more about Muse Capital go to www.musecapital.vc (https://www.musecapital.vc)
24 Jun 2024
Hormone Hacking with Eli Health
Hormones play a critical role in women’s health, influencing everything from menstrual cycles, fertility, menopause to overall physical and mental well-being. Despite their importance, hormones often remain a mystery. Eli Health (http://www.eli.health) aims to improve lifelong health through continuous hormone monitoring. Using groundbreaking saliva-based continuous hormone-monitoring technology, Eli Health provides real-time insights into hormone levels. This approach helps women make informed decisions about their health and wellness. Unlike traditional methods that offer only a single snapshot of hormone levels, Eli Health's continuous monitoring allows for ongoing tracking, revolutionizing the way we understand and manage hormonal health In this episode, we are thrilled to feature Marina Pavlovic, data scientist turned entrepreneur and founder of Eli Health. Marina and her team are on a mission to improve lifelong women's health by offering a non-invasive, accessible way to monitor hormone fluctuations. Eli Health's innovative approach not only addresses reproductive health but also encompasses a wide range of endocrine conditions that affect women daily. Join us as we delve into the complexities of hormonal health, discuss the revolutionary technology behind Eli Health, and explore why understanding our hormones is essential for overall well-being. Also featured in this episode is our principal, Maria De Santis. Tune in to learn how Eli Health is pioneering a new era of women's health with continuous hormone monitoring and why this innovation is crucial for enhancing women's health outcomes. In this episode you’ll hear: What Eli Health is and how it works Why it’s important to understand and track your hormones Eli Health use cases from fertility, to menopause, to general health and beyond Why continuous hormone testing has not been addressed to date How Eli Health’s unique dataset can revolutionize women’s health and improve lives To find out more about Muse Capital go to www.musecapital.vc (http://www.musecapital.vc)
10 Jun 2024
The Heart of Muse Capital: Our Story and Purpose
Women’s health has been overlooked and understudied for too long. Muse Capital is here to change that as one of the leading female-led venture funds investing in companies that should exist. In the inaugural episode of The Future Of How We Care Podcast, join hosts Assia Grazioli-Venier and Rachel Springate as they delve into the origins and evolution of Muse Capital. Learn about their journey from a serendipitous meeting on opposite sides of the negotiating table in 2014 to becoming close friends and business partners, committed to uncovering multi-billion dollar opportunities across the future of care, living, and play. This episode features Halle Tecco, founder of Rock Health, co-host of The Heart of Healthcare podcast, and a renowned entrepreneur and investor in the women’s health space. Together, they discuss the proactive strategies Muse Capital employs to identify and invest in groundbreaking solutions for women’s health, the importance of conscious capitalism, and the shifting dynamics in the healthcare industry that present new opportunities for impactful investments. In this episode you’ll hear: How Assia and Rachel met and the early days of Muse Capital Muse Capital’s investment strategy and focus across Care, Live and Play Muse Capital’s superpower in identifying and nurturing innovative companies The large underserved opportunity of investing in women’s health, and companies such as Midi, Cofertility, Mahmee and Eli Health. The philosophy of investing in good versus greed The difference between European medical system and the United States healthcare system An overview of what to expect from this insightful miniseries Some museworthy mentions in this episode include: Midi Health (https://www.joinmidi.com/) Eli Health (https://eli.health/) Cofertility (https://www.cofertility.com) Mahmee (https://www.mahmee.com/) Beekeepers Naturals (https://www.beekeepersnaturals.com) Assia’s Breast Cancer Story (https://www.harpersbazaar.com/beauty/health/a23584644/assia-grazioli-venier-breast-cancer-essay/) The Heart of Healthcare Podcast (https://www.heartofhealthcarepodcast.com) To find out more about Muse Capital go to www.musecapital.vc (http://www.musecapital.vc)
27 May 2024
The Future of How We Care (Trailer)
Welcome to the Muse Capital Podcast. Muse Capital (http://www.musecapital.vc) is a female founded venture firm laser focused on backing early-stage consumer tech companies driving the future of how we care, play, and live. In this first series, The Future of How We Care, hosts Assia Grazioli Venier and Rachel Springate speak with visionary founders who are redefining what it means to prioritize women's health. You'll hear from specialists in all areas like hormone health and athletic performance, giving valuable insights into this fascinating domain that has been for so long overlooked. Join us on this journey to uncover the truths about our bodies, make informed decisions, and maximize performance on and off the field, from the boardroom to the baby room and everything in between. We got you covered! www.musecapital.vc (http://www.musecapital.vc)
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