Pathfinders explores the dynamic world of deep tech founders in venture capital. While deep tech represents only 10% of venture investing, groundbreaking innovation has been emerging for decades. Hosted by Kira Noodleman, Pathfinders gives unprecedented access to deep tech founders’ advice on fundraising, building a team, product-market fit, go-to-market strategy, and more. This podcast is produced by Bee Partners, a pre-seed deep tech venture capital firm. Episodes are released monthly; visit beepartners.vc for more details.
Ep. 6: Lessons From the Founder’s Journey & What’s Next
Henry Shi, co-founder of Super.com, discusses the evolution of building startups, product-market fit, and navigating challenges, while Kira Noodleman uncovers insights into leadership and resilience in this interview.
28 Apr 2025
Ep 5: Seed Strapping & The Rise of AI-Native Startups
In this episode, Kira Noodleman sits down with Henry Shi, co-founder of Super.com, to dive into the rise of AI-native startups and the emergence of a new growth model: seedstrapping. Henry shares his vision for building lean, high-output companies that leverage AI across every function, scaling rapidly without the need for traditional venture cycles.
Kira and Henry explore how AI is reshaping product development, the evolving definition of product-market fit, and the trade-offs founders face when integrating AI tools. They also discuss the creation of the AI Leaderboard, a project tracking the fastest-growing, leanest startups in today's AI-driven landscape. For founders and investors navigating the AI supercycle, this episode offers fresh insight into building smarter, faster, and more resilient companies.
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Learn more about Super.com: https://www.super.comFollow Henry Shi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrythe9th/ Follow Pathfinders on X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/BeePartnersFollow Bee Partners on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beepartnersvcLearn more about Bee Partners: https://www.beepartners.vc
13 Jan 2025
Ep 4: AI That Builds - Revolutionizing No-Code with Durable
Kira Noodleman connects with Nima Keivan, Durable's founder and CEO, to explore AI-powered no-code software development that empowers anyone to build software through natural language.
12 Nov 2024
Ep 3: From Vision to MVP’s in Deep Tech
In this episode, Kira Noodleman sits down with Nima Keivan, founder and CEO of Durable, to discuss the bold vision behind building autonomous software for non-technical users. Durable’s journey is a lesson in deep tech conviction—balancing a long-term vision with the practical need for an MVP that proves users can truly leverage the platform without technical skills. Kira Noodleman dives into Durable’s journey from concept to pre-seed funding, unpacking the challenges and bold decisions needed to break new ground in deeptech. They explore Durable’s unique technical architecture, the nuances of achieving product-market fit in AI, and the evolving world of agentic solutions that take meaningful action. For those intrigued by AI’s potential to reshape software development and interested in the balance between long-term vision and real-world impact, this episode is a must-listen.
Resources:Learn more about Durable: https://durable.aiFollow Durable on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/durableai/Follow Pathfinders on X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/BeePartnersFollow Bee Partners on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beepartnersvcLearn more about Bee Partners: https://www.beepartners.vc
27 Aug 2024
Ep. 2: Navigating Unique Challenges
Join host Kira Noodleman in the second episode of Pathfinders as she explores the insightful journey of Shely Aronov, CEO of InnerPlant. In this episode, Shely discusses her innovative approach to transforming plants into living sensors, focusing on large-scale commodity crops like soybeans and corn. Discover how she strategically avoided high-value crops to optimize for scale and profitability, and learn about her collaboration with John Deere. Shely shares her philosophy on building a deep tech business that can achieve fast scaling and high margins, and the importance of focusing on solving big problems rather than getting lost in the technology itself. This episode provides a deep dive into the unique challenges and strategies of building a deep tech company from the ground up. Pathfinders is produced by Bee Partners, a pre-seed deep tech venture capital firm. Episodes are released monthly; visit Pathfinders for more details.
12 Jun 2024
Ep. 1: Building a Minimum Viable Ecosystem
Join host Kira Noodleman as she delves into the groundbreaking work of Shely Aronov, CEO of InnerPlant, in the first episode of Pathfinders. InnerPlant transforms plants into living sensors, detecting pathogens and nutrient deficiencies directly from the field. Discover Shely’s journey from industry outsider to deep tech pioneer, the strategic importance of building a minimum viable ecosystem, and her collaboration with John Deere. This episode offers deep insights into the unique challenges and strategies of deep tech innovation. Pathfinders is produced by Bee Partners, a pre-seed deep tech venture capital firm. Episodes are released monthly; visit beepartners.vc for more details.
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