Best Fashiontech Podcasts (2025)

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Protecting the Creative Environment During Periods of Technological Growth | Fashion Made S4E8 18:15

5d ago18:15

18:15

In this special live episode of Fashion Made, recorded in front of a studio audience at Lake Maggiore, Italy, Rana Sidahmed, VP of Creative + Marketing at Avery Dennison, joins host Stephen Downey from PI Apparel for an insightful conversation on creativity, innovation, and the role of AI in fashion.…

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Otipy's Downfall: What Went Wrong for the Agritech Giant? 6:53

7d ago6:53

6:53

Otipy, an agritech firm, ceased operations, impacting 300 employees. Learn about Otipy's journey, its $44M funding, and the reasons behind its failure.

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Builder.ai: From No-Code AI Revolution to Shocking Insolvency 9:11

7d ago9:11

9:11

Builder.ai, the Microsoft-backed no-code AI unicorn filed for bankruptcy in May 2025. Discover why it collapsed & the essential insights & takeaways for founders.

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Rahul Yadav's Shadow Over Kult: 130 Crore Collapse Story 9:32

14d ago9:32

9:32

How Rahul Yadav's controversial past allegedly led to Kult's catastrophic fall, leaving ₹130 crore burn, unpaid employees & vendors. Lessons for founders.

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Gaana's Distress Sale: Radio Mirchi Buys it for Pennies! 7:27

18d ago7:27

7:27

We Unravel streaming giant Gaana's distress sale to Radio Mirchi. From a $680 Mn valuation to a paltry $30K deal, discover the rise, fall & crucial lessons for founders.

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Why Smart Merchandising Still Wins in an Uncertain World | Fashion Made S4E7 27:55

20d ago27:55

27:55

In this episode, Kiera Ganann, SVP/Global GM Ralph Lauren Sleepwear & Intimates at Delta Galil, shares what it takes to lead merchandising for fashion's most iconic brands. With over 20 years at the intersection of creativity and commerce, Kiera unpacks why smart merchandising wins in uncertain times - from AI's growing role and evolving consumer e…

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DoorDash to Buy Deliveroo? Rationale, Risks & Market Impact! 8:12

1M ago8:12

8:12

Will DoorDash buy Deliveroo? Explore the $3.6 Bn bid, rationale, risks. Learn how the deal could reshape global food delivery platforms. We analyze the market impact.

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Trell's Downfall: From $66 Mn Social Commerce Star to Crisis! 8:43

1M ago8:43

8:43

We unravel the rise & fall of Trell, the social-commerce startup. Uncovering its funding frenzy, financial irregularities, layoffs & key lessons for founders.

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4B Networks Insolvency: Proptech's Failure & Info Edge Write-Off 8:46

1M ago8:46

8:46

We unravel the rise & fall of Rahul Yadav's 4B Networks. Uncovering Info Edge's ₹288 crore write-off, proptech's insolvency, multiple FIRs & lessons for founders!

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Mojocare: From $23M Funding to Financial Fraud & Shutdown 7:45

1M ago7:45

7:45

We unravel the Mojocare's saga: A healthtech startup that raised $23.6 Mn but collapsed in 2024, amid financial irregularities. Key lessons for founders!

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Zilingo Liquidation: Unraveling $300+ Mn FashionTech's Failure 9:41

1M ago9:41

9:41

We unravel Zilingo's liquidation: the rise & fall of SE Asia's ~$1 Bn FashionTech startup. Detailing key reasons, unending drama & crucial takeaways for founders.

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FrontRow: The Rise and Fall of $17.5 Mn Indian Edtech Startup! 9:05

1M ago9:05

9:05

Explore the rise & fall of Lightspeed-backed Indian edtech FrontRow. From $17.5 Mn funding for hobby learning to shutdown in 2023. Uncover key lessons for founders.

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GoMechanic: From Unicorn Dreams to Crash & Rebirth after Sale! 7:19

1M ago7:19

7:19

We uncover the GoMechanic saga: Indian auto-service startup's rapid rise, fall due to financial fraud, distress sale to Lifelong & rebound to profitability! Key Takeaways for Founders.

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Medikabazaar News: Audit Reveals Inflated Revenue & Fake Sales! 7:44

1M ago7:44

7:44

Medikabazaar news: From a $700M valuation to financial scandal engulfing the healthtech. Learn about inflated GMV, the $33M claim by Series C investors, governance failure, and the fallout.

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Tally Shutdown: Why the $855 Mn Valued Fintech Startup Failed? 8:59

2M ago8:59

8:59

Learn why the $855 Mn FinTech, Tally failed despite raising $172 Mn in funding? Discover key reasons from market shifts to internal issues, and lessons for founders!

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What If the Factory Was Next Door? With Elias Stahl | Fashion Made S4E6 32:12

2M ago32:12

32:12

In this episode, Elias Stahl, founder of Hilos, shares his bold vision for reshaping the footwear industry through sustainable, on-demand manufacturing. Speaking from the heart of Portland’s Old Town, Elias explains how his work with Hilos and the development of the "Made in Old Town" manufacturing innovation campus is breathing new life into Ameri…

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eFishery Indonesia's Unicorn Failure: The Largest Financial Fraud 6:44

2M ago6:44

6:44

Explore the eFishery financial scandal. Discover how the Indonesian $1.4 Bn tech unicorn faked $600 Mn revenue, fooled investors like SoftBank, and finally crashed.

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Why Deep Rooted Shut Down: AgriTech Startup Failure Analysis! 7:03

2M ago7:03

7:03

Explore the rise & fall of Deep Rooted, the AgriTech startup backed by Accel. Learn why it shut down despite $24+ Mn funding, along with key takeaways for founders!

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Ecom Express Distress Sale to Delhivery: Key Reasons & Lessons! 8:05

2M ago8:05

8:05

Deep dive into Ecom Express's journey from ₹7,000 Cr ore valuation to a ₹1,407 Crore distress sale, to its rival Delhivery. Explore the key reasons & takeaways for founders!

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Why Did Investmint Shut Down? Fintech Failure Lessons! 7:06

2M ago7:06

7:06

Learn why Investmint, a promising Indian fintech, shut down despite funding. Explore the key reasons: business model issues, regulation & final takeaways for founders!

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Mohandas Pai Rebuts Piyush Goyal's Critique on Indian Startups! 13:35

2M ago13:35

13:35

Mohandas Pai refutes Piyush Goyal's critique at Startup Mahakumbh comparing India's focus (food delivery) vs. China (DeepTech). Pai unravels Govt's shortcomings in supporting innovation!

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InsurStaq Shutdown: What Went Wrong for the Insurtech? 6:26

2M ago6:26

6:26

Learn why InsurStaq, a promising insurtech targeting Tier 2/3 India, failed. Explore key reasons like high CAC, low LTV, funding issues & lessons for startups!

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Why Greenikk Failed: Key Lessons from the Agri-Tech Failure! 6:06

2M ago6:06

6:06

Explore Greenikk's failure. India's agri-tech startup aimed to fix the banana supply chain, but had to shut down. Learn key reasons & lessons for entrepreneurs!

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Fall of Log9: India’s Award-winning Battery Tech Startup! 8:10

2M ago8:10

8:10

Explore the downfall of Peak XV-backed Log9, EV battery Tech startup. Discover how its bet on LTO tech, mounting debt & failed leasing led it to near bankruptcy!

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23andMe Bankruptcy: What Went Wrong with the DNA-test Giant? 6:43

2M ago6:43

6:43

Explore the dramatic fall of 23andMe, a genetic testing pioneer from $6Bn to bankruptcy. We analyze the flawed revenue model, data breach, leadership crisis to its path to bankruptcy!

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MobiKwik IPO Losses: Why Retail Investors Get Manipulated? 8:45

2M ago8:45

8:45

Dive into the MobiKwik IPO losses as a case study to understand why retail investors often end up losing on Tech IPOs. Learn vital lessons on navigating the Tech IPOs.

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Toplyne Shutdown: Lack of Product-Market Fit & Sustainability 5:45

2M ago5:45

5:45

Discover why AI startup Toplyne, despite $17.5M funding and big clients like Canva, shut down. Learn key lessons on product-market fit and sustainable growth.

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Why India's Restaurant Partnership Startup, Thrive Shutdown? 4:00

2M ago4:00

4:00

Discover why India's restaurant partnership startup, Thrive, shut down despite early promise. Learn key reasons for its failure and crucial lessons for startups.

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Google Buys Wiz for $32Bn: Cloud Security Game Changer! 9:24

2M ago9:24

9:24

Google acquires Wiz for $32Bn, its largest deal ever! Learn how acquisition of Wiz impacts Google’s Cloud Security, competition with AWS/Azure, & key takeaways.

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Sanne Schoenmaker on Why Fashion Needs More Engineers Than Influencers | Fashion Made S4E5 45:01

3M ago45:01

45:01

In this episode of FASHION MADE, we talk with Sanne Schoenmaker, co-founder of Tech Tailors, about automation in pattern making, sustainability, and the future of tech talent in fashion. Don't miss this insightful conversation!By PI Apparel

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Humane AI Pin's Failure: From Hype to Feeble Exit to HP! 7:19

3M ago7:19

7:19

Learn why Humane, the maker of AI Pin collapsed within a year, and sold its assets to HP for just $116 Mn! Discover the key flaws, and key takeaways for startups & founders.

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How India's GDP Growth Masks Rising Wealth Disparity? 7:50

3M ago7:50

7:50

India's GDP reached $3.91 trillion in 2024, but key challenges like rising debt, job scarcity, infrastructure gaps & widening wealth disparity stifles growth for all.

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How BluSmart's Troubles Have Severely Impacted Gensol? 9:19

3M ago9:19

9:19

How BluSmart (EV startup) has become a financial burden on Gensol Engineering. We uncover key reasons: High debt, leasing agreements & unethical business relationship that has severely impacted the shareholders!

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Evan O'Hara of Vereda 31:29

3M ago31:29

31:29

On this episode host Douglas Hand sits down with Evan O'Hara the founder of Vereda - a completely vertically integrated luxury brand working with alligator skin. They discuss the lawsuit against the state of California's ban on the sale of products made from alligator, the benefits of a brand owning its supply chain and how Florida and New York hav…

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GoldPe's Collapse: Fall of Digital Gold Startup in a Year! 4:05

3M ago4:05

4:05

GoldPe, a digital gold investment startup, shut down within a year. Explore the key reasons - unsustainable model & cash crunch. Crucial takeaways for startups.

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Muvin's Downfall: Why FinTech (NeoBanking) Startup Failed? 3:49

3M ago3:49

3:49

Discover why Muvin, a promising neobank, shut down in 2024. Learn about its rise, the regulatory blow from RBI, and crucial takeaways for fintech startups.

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Why Nintee (AI Habit App Startup) Shut Down in 2024? 5:08

3M ago5:08

5:08

Why did Nintee (AI Habit App Startup) fail? Discover the reasons behind failure, from scaling issues, lack of monetization, to market saturation. Plus, Key Takeaways.

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Bluelearn Shutdown: Why EdTech Startup Failed? 3:53

3M ago3:53

3:53

Bluelearn, a once promising EdTech that aimed to democratize learning for Tier-2/3 India, shut down in 2024. Discover why this community-driven platform failed despite $4M funding.

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AI, Trade Wars & Supply Chain Resilience with Nick Vyas | Fashion Made S4E4 32:19

3M ago32:19

32:19

Nick Vyas, Executive Director at USC Marshall Randall R. Kendrick Global Supply Chain Institute, explores how AI, blockchain, and new regulations are reshaping global trade. From eliminating inefficiencies to combating counterfeits in fashion, this is a must-listen for anyone in fashion tech & innovation.…

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Merging 3D Printing & Textiles for Sustainable Fashion | Fashion Made S4E3 31:06

4M ago31:06

31:06

Garrett Gerson, co-founder of Variant 3D, shares how his company is transforming fashion by bridging digital design with physical production. From eliminating waste to enabling designers to create from anywhere, Variant 3D is redefining how apparel and footwear are made.By PI Apparel

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How Bootstrapped Founder Won Against VC-Funded Competitor? 8:02

4M ago8:02

8:02

Discover how a bootstrapped founder outmaneuvered a VC-funded competitor by focusing on a niche market. Learn why laser focus is the key ingredient for success!

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WazirX News: $230M Crypto Heist Aftermath & Recovery! 6:12

4M ago6:12

6:12

WazirX News: A deep dive into the $230M crypto heist targeting WazirX (India's largest crypto exchange), its impact, recovery efforts & lessons for startups!

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The Everlasting Pursuit of Sustainable Footwear with Domagoj Boljar | Fashion Made S4E2 43:46

5M ago43:46

43:46

Join us as we talk to Domagoj Boljar, CEO & Co-Founder of Earthbound™ Sneakers by Miret, about revolutionizing the footwear industry with sustainable, 97% bio-based sneakers. Miret is tackling ecological and human health challenges while empowering brands with innovative, eco-friendly solutions.By PI Apparel

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Did Reliance Kill Dunzo? 9:07

5M ago9:07

9:07

Dunzo's journey from $775M valuation to distress sales is a cautionary tale. This podcast highlights key factors, and whether Reliance's write-off exacerbated Dunzo's downfall, and likely exit of last co-founder.

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How FanDuel Founders Ended with $0 at $465 Million Exit? 4:55

6M ago4:55

4:55

Imagine building a billion-dollar company, raising hundreds of millions, and pouring years of hard work into your vision - only to walk away with nothing. Today, we’re diving deep into the sobering reality for the founders of FanDuel, a startup that revolutionized the fantasy sports and sports betting industry. It raised $416 Mn in funding at a val…

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Brutal Reality of Being a Founder: It’s Not for Everyone! 6:11

6M ago6:11

6:11

Explore the dark side of entrepreneurship through the story of a founder who chose mental peace over startup success. Discover why shutting down a profitable business isn't failure but a brave choice to prioritize well-being over the romanticism of being a founder. #founderburnout #startupshutdown #startupideas #entrepreneurshipideas…

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How Lummo (formerly BukuKas) collapsed despite pivoting 4 times in 4 years? 6:31

6M ago6:31

6:31

In this episode, we’ll be diving deep into the story of Lummo (formerly BukuKas) an Indonesian SaaS Fintech startup, once hailed as a game-changer. Backed by some of the biggest names in tech, including Jeff Bezos, Sequoia Capital, and Tiger Global, Lummo seemed destined for greatness, yet formally announced liquidation in late 2023. We will unrave…

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From Losses to Profit: OYO Rooms Remarkable Turnaround Journey! 9:07

6M ago9:07

9:07

In this podcast, we'll delve into the dramatic turnaround of OYO Rooms, a once-troubled hospitality startup that has defied odds to achieve profitability and regain its foothold in the global market. Discover how OYO achieved profitability in FY24 through cost cuts, global expansion, and innovation. Insights for startups and entrepreneurs! #OYORoom…

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How M-Pesa Transformed Kenya’s Banking Landscape? 5:43

6M ago5:43

5:43

In this podcast , we’ll dive into a truly transformative story - the incredible rise of M-Pesa, a mobile-based money service born in Kenya that allows people without traditional bank accounts to easily send and receive money through their phones. M-Pesa has significantly reshaped financial inclusion across Kenya, serving as a pillar of its economy,…

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Why Stoa School Shut Down After 4 Promising Years? 6:14

6M ago6:14

6:14

In this podcast, we’ll delve into the recent closure of Stoa School, an ambitious Indian edtech venture backed by industry stalwarts like Nithin Kamath and Kunal Shah. After 4 years of redefining MBA education, Stoa announced it was shutting down - a move that has sparked widespread discussion about the evolving dynamics of the Edtech sector and th…

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