CENTS CHECK
Before the TechCrunch headline, before the venture round, and before someone called themselves a "thought leader," there were a lot of decisions. Cents Check explores how startups actually get built, one conversation at a time.
Join founders, investors, operators, and researchers as we break down the bets, mistakes, and moments that shape Boston's startup ecosystem.
The Conversations Behind the Companies
Hosted by Startup Boston, Cents Check is a podcast that breaks down how startups are built from first principles to first checks. Each episode features candid conversations with founders, operators, investors, and researchers shaping the future of innovation in Boston and beyond.
We go beyond the headlines to unpack the decisions that actually determine whether a company succeeds:
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How founders decide what to build
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When and how to raise capital
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What investors look for before writing a check
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How teams navigate uncertainty and risk
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The realities of scaling products, organizations, and markets
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Lessons learned from both wins and failures
Who Should Listen?
Cents Check is designed for:
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Aspiring founders exploring entrepreneurship
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Early-stage startup founders
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Startup operators and future executives
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Angel investors and emerging VCs
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Researchers interested in commercialization
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Anyone curious about how innovative companies get built
Built Something? Let's Talk About It.
Whether you're a founder, operator, investor, or researcher, we're looking for thoughtful conversations about the real decisions that shape startups—from first principles to first checks.