Best The Unicorn Launcher Podcasts (2025)

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What Have We Learned? The Finale 34:07

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The Unicorn Launcher is a business podcast like no other. Follow the real, raw and unfiltered lives of two Australian tech founders pulling apart and rebuilding their small company under the guidance of Silicon Valley super-coach, Matt Mochary (Coinbase, Robinhood, Reddit and more). In the final episode, Ben and Joel head to the US to put all Matt'…

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Attracting Investment... and When you Shouldn't 26:27

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The Unicorn Launcher is a business podcast like no other. Follow the real, raw and unfiltered lives of two Australian tech founders pulling apart and rebuilding their small company under the guidance of Silicon Valley super-coach, Matt Mochary (Coinbase, Robinhood, Reddit and more). In this episode, Ben and Joel go through the pain of trying to rai…

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How to Pitch... and What to Sell 27:18

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The Unicorn Launcher is a business podcast like no other. Follow the real, raw and unfiltered lives of two Australian tech founders pulling apart and rebuilding their small company under the guidance of Silicon Valley super-coach, Matt Mochary (Coinbase, Robinhood, Reddit and more). In this episode, Ben has to quickly turn around a troubled pitch b…

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Introducing The Unicorn Launcher 33:49

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The Unicorn Launcher is a podcast that follows the lives of two Australian tech founders who started the company Vygo. The series takes you behind the scenes as the Vygo team tries to recover from the pandemic, and expand into the US market under the guidance of Matt Mochary - a coach who has helped some of the biggest founders in Silicon Valley. L…

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Organisation, Zen, and Coping with Stress 25:34

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The Unicorn Launcher is a business podcast like no other. Follow the real, raw and unfiltered lives of two Australian tech founders pulling apart and rebuilding their small company under the guidance of Silicon Valley super-coach, Matt Mochary (Coinbase, Robinhood, Reddit and more). In this episode, Ben and Joel take a closer look at how to stay sa…

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Organisation, Structure... And how to NOT be a Manager 26:20

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The Unicorn Launcher is a business podcast like no other. Follow the real, raw and unfiltered lives of two Australian tech founders pulling apart and rebuilding their small company under the guidance of Silicon Valley super-coach, Matt Mochary (Coinbase, Robinhood, Reddit and more). In this episode, the new Chief of Staff, Ash, gets stuck in to tra…

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Hiring Friends and Firing Well 33:58

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In this episode, Ben agonises over whether to hire a close mate to a job which could make or break the business. Matt seems to think it's fine, but there are warnings from Joel and others in the business that he might be the wrong man to take the business forward - especially as it would leave the top of the company a pretty un-diverse place. Shoul…

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Accountability, Transparency & Brutal Honesty 26:53

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In this episode, Matt introduces the idea that there is no split between work and home life, and that an ongoing crisis within Joel's family is affecting the business and needs tough action. This episode contains frank and difficult discussions about mental health. The Unicorn Launcher is a business podcast like no other. Follow the real, raw and u…

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In The Beginning and Meeting Matt 32:47

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The Unicorn Launcher is a business podcast like no other. Follow the real, raw and unfiltered lives of two Australian tech founders pulling apart and rebuilding their small company under the guidance of Silicon Valley super-coach, Matt Mochary (Robinhood, Reddit, Brex and more). In this episode, we meet Vygo co-founders, Ben and Joel. We see the re…

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Introducing The Unicorn Launcher 1:54

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The Unicorn Launcher is a business podcast like no other. Follow the real, raw and unfiltered lives of two Australian tech founders pulling apart and rebuilding their small company under the guidance of Silicon Valley super-coach, Matt Mochary (Coinbase, Robinhood, Reddit and more). Links: The Great CEO within by Matt Mochary Matt Mochary on YouTub…

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The Defrag: Microsoft's Big Buy 15:43

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We're launching a daily news podcast called The Defrag. Every weekday we'll cover the latest news at the intersection of technology, business, politics, and science. Listen to The Defrag: https://podfollow.com/thedefrag Become a member of The Defrag and get ad-free episodes: https://thedefrag.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or YouTu…

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Preserving Our Digital Past 33:27

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Physical media like floppy disks and optical discs have a limited lifespan, and their time is running out. Because of this, a whole generation of games are at risk of being lost forever. While we can’t save everything, there is still hope. A global community of game historians and preservationists are working to save games history, one disk at a ti…

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Jaunt Motors 34:48

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There are all kinds of new electric cars making their way onto the market. Whether it's a passenger car, or even a truck, you can probably find an EV that suits your lifestyle. But what if you're someone who loves classic cars? In this episode of Moonshot we speak with Dave Budge, the CEO of Jaunt Motors, a company making bespoke electric vehicles …

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What Happened with Dogecoin? 28:12

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Dogecoin's price has been increasingly dramatically in recent weeks, and it now has a market cap of more than $40 Billion USD. So why is a joke cryptocurrency suddenly worth so much? In this episode of Moonshot, we revisit our conversation from 2018 with Dogecoin Co-Founder Jackson Palmer, and update listeners on the latest with Dogecoin.Donate Bit…

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How Apple Changed Mobile Gaming 45:50

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In the span of around 12 months, the release of the very first iPhone and the launch of the App Store created a whole new appetite for mobile games, empowering a generation of indie developers in the process. But one small decision, to support in-app purchases for iOS games, would change the marketplace forever. This episode of Moonshot comes from …

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Sky Lanes 26:30

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Autonomous drone delivery has the potential to change the way businesses operate. While drones will have a significant impact on consumer delivery, it's actually the B2B sector where it's likely to have a more immediate impact. In this episode of Moonshot, we speak with Hannan Parvizian the CEO of Volansi, a Bay Area company building long-range dro…

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They Go Up So Fast 29:07

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The commercial space race is heating up. Whether it's big rockets, or small, there's been significant progress achieved by many companies across the sector. In this episode of Moonshot, we update two space stories to see how far the companies we featured have come.Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/moonshotFind us on Twitter: twitter.com/moonshotpo…

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Red Ring of Death 41:43

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When the Xbox 360 was launched in December 2005, Microsoft had accomplished a significant objective that would give it the edge in the console war - beating Sony's PS3 to market by almost a year. But a few months later, a huge problem began to surface - a major hardware defect that threatened to destroy the entire Xbox brand. This episode of Moonsh…

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Humanising AI 32:21

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AI systems are improving in their reliability all the time - but when it comes to chatbots they're often still clunky. Soul Machines is a New Zealand company that's trying to build Artificial General Intelligence by creating digital people who can react to visual and audible human input. But what's involved in closing the gap between a clunky chatb…

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Space Law 35:13

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The race to build a permanent base on the Moon is happening right now, but it raises a bunch of questions about how space is governed. So how do we balance the commercial interests of private enterprise with the desire to have space be for the benefit of all humanity?Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/moonshotFind us on Twitter: twitter.com/moonsho…

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Finding Water on the Moon 30:29

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NASA recently announced that they found water on the sunlit surface of the Moon. In this episode we find out what they actually discovered, and explore what impact this has on our plans for future space exploration.Let's Mine an Asteroid (Featuring Brad Tucker): https://moonshot.audio/s02e01-lets-mine-an-asteroid/Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/…

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Can we preserve humans? 32:59

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The idea of cryonic preservation has been around for more than 50 years. But what do we actually know about freezing humans? Will we ever be able to freeze a human and give them another chance at life?By Lawson Media

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Teamistry: AI Saving Endangered Species 31:49

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Wildbook blends structured wildlife research with artificial intelligence, citizen science, and computer vision to speed population analysis and develop new insights to help fight extinction. Go behind the scenes as an international ecosystem of data scientists, biologists, computer vision researchers and citizen scientists, level-up their resource…

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Introducing Gameplay 3:07

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Gameplay is a podcast about video games and the virtual worlds that power culture and community. It's a documentary show, using long form storytelling to explore a variety of narratives from the world of games. Gameplay speaks to the ability of games to create immersive experiences and social connection. Episodes are released every two weeks.You ca…

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The Next Generation of Firefighting 24:27

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Firefighters are facing scenarios they’ve never seen before. And as these extreme events become more frequent, learning how to battle them, safely, is a top priority for fire departments around the world. And many of them have found a solution in virtual reality. In this episode of Moonshot, producer James Parkinson explores how VR is preparing fir…

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Scooter Town 34:36

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Scooters and e-bikes are all the rage in the tech world as companies push to provide easy-to-use options for last-mile transportation. We've seen hundreds of millions poured into businesses like Lime, and we've also seen others, like Boosted, fail due to an over reliance on capital. So as Scooters and e-bikes are rolled out in cities around the wor…

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Universal Basic Income 32:46

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Universal Basic Income is an idea that many people have thought about for centuries, but are we any closer to seeing people receive a base level of financial support? This episode was first published in November of 2018. If you love Moonshot then the best way to help us is to share this episode with a friend, or if you're able, consider supporting …

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No Goal! 23:35

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One of the most visible examples of technology in sports is its increasing use in officiating. American sports were the first to experiment with instant replay, while systems like Hawk-Eye have been widely implemented in professional cricket and tennis since the early 2000s. But are these technologies making sports better, or should we just embrace…

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Alphafly 23:49

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Technology and sports have always been closely intertwined. From advancements in equipment, like tennis racquets and golf clubs, to the evolution of sports science and data analysis. But not all developments in the field have been well received in the sports world. In recent years, Nike’s Vaporfly and Alphafly running shoes have sparked new controv…

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Why Boosted Failed 35:14

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Electric skateboard manufacturer Boosted has sacked the majority of their staff. So what led to their demise? In this episode we revisit our interview with Boosted CEO Jeff Russakow and explore some of the issues that created problems for the company.By Lawson Media

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Deepfakes 36:01

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Who are the real victims of the Deepfake trend? And how can we tell when the media we consume is deliberately trying to mislead us? If you love Moonshot then the best way to help us is to share this episode with a friend, or if you're able, consider supporting us financially on Patreon. All supporters get an ad-free feed, along with bonus episodes,…

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Face Match 26:09

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Facial recognition technology is becoming widespread as technology companies look to use biometrics to secure information. However when used by law enforcement it raises a bunch of ethical concerns. So should we be scared of facial recognition?By Lawson Media

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Supercharged: Mission Critical 49:40

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Elon Musk’s vision of a sustainable future is an inspiring one, and it’s not unachievable. But if they’re going to help get us there, Tesla must become a sustainable company. So what does the future hold for Tesla? Listen to Supercharged in your favourite podcast app: Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/supercharged/id14…

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Supercharged: Insane Mode 39:46

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Elon Musk has been compared to Ironman’s Tony Stark, and he’s perhaps the most prominent leader and public figure of all car companies today. But how did Elon become the person he is today, and how has his personality shaped Tesla as a company? Listen to Supercharged in your favourite podcast app: Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.co…

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Supercharged: Autopilot 47:40

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The rise of electric vehicles is set to go hand in hand with the introduction of autonomous technology. Whilst most manufacturers are holding off on releasing self-driving features in their cars, Tesla is enabling their cars now so they can make them fully autonomous via a software update. So, is Tesla’s consumer-first approach the right path to tr…

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Supercharged: Production Hell 58:26

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Since the original Roadster, Tesla has struggled to produce enough cars to meet the demand from customers. Building a car manufacturer from scratch is hard, and if there was any car to highlight that difficulty it was the popular Model 3. As Elon would say, 'Welcome to Production Hell'. Lora Kolodny's CNBC Investigation into GA4: https://www.cnbc.c…

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Supercharged: Tesla's Vision 36:59

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Nikola Tesla invented everything from the AC induction motor to the Tesla coil. He is one of the most underrated geniuses from history. Tesla's inventions completely changed the way we perceive the world, and 60 years after his death, inspired a small car company in California to name their entire business after him. Listen to our new podcast serie…

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Supercharged: The Apple of Cars 36:13

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Tesla inspires brand loyalty that other vehicle manufacturers can only dream of. Some are inspired by their performance, others are touting the green credentials. It's a loyalty that is somewhat similar to Apple. So is Tesla the Apple of the motoring world? Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/supercharged/id1488704543 Li…

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Introducing Supercharged 2:35

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Supercharged is a new podcast from Lawson Media that explores power, conflict, and the people who are driving change. Season one dives into the electric vehicle market and how Tesla, and CEO Elon Musk, are forcing the entire automotive industry to adapt and embrace an electric future. Launching December 10. Find out more at chargedshow.com or by su…

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NASA is going back to the Moon (Part 3) 34:21

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As NASA prepares to send astronauts into deep space for extended missions there is a growing concern over how we'll be able to provide enough food for these missions. Sure we can take some food with us, but once we go to the Moon and on to Mars, we won't just be able to send more supplies from Earth when we're running low. The solution it seems is …

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NASA is going back to the Moon (Part 2) 23:31

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NASA is going back to the Moon, and preparations are well underway for the Artemis missions. The Artemis missions will see a new generation of rocket called the SLS that will enable humans to head to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. If you love Moonshot then the best way to help us is to share this episode with a friend, or if you're able, consider supp…

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🚀 NASA is going back to the Moon (Part 1) 🌙 23:02

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50 years ago, NASA landed humans on the Moon, and that moment in history inspired generations. But in 1972, just a couple years later, the Apollo program ended and we haven't been back since. However, NASA is once again planning to take humans to the Moon and this time is going to build a permanent base there. This is part 1 of our series looking N…

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The Future of Ageing 26:52

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Nobody can escape getting old. In fact, generations of people are living to a much older age thanks to modern healthcare. But how will technology make the experience of ageing easier, and what innovations will allow you to stay in your own home for longer? If you love Moonshot then the best way to help us is to share this episode with a friend, or …

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⛑Helmets of the Future 23:45

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For generations the humble helmet has looked basically the same. However as technology and materials improve we're starting to see an evolution in their design. So what will the helmet of the future look like? If you love Moonshot then the best way to help us is to share this episode with a friend, or if you're able, consider supporting us financia…

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We started a Patreon! 3:22

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Moonshot started as a passion project between myself and my co-host Andrew Moon back in 2017, and since then we've published around 50 episodes of content. Every episode of the podcast takes around 40 hours of work to put together. We spend a lot of time researching content and booking guests, then once we have interviews on tape we'll put together…

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Building immersive stories with Nonny de la Peña, CEO of Emblematic 25:25

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Virtual and mixed reality headsets are now hitting a critical point where the technology is good enough at a price point that's affordable to see mass market adoption. But once you have a VR device, what do you do with it? Nonny de la Peña, is the CEO and Founder of Emblematic Group, and has been called the 'Godmother of VR'. Nonny is a pioneer of …

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Trading Coins with Carylyne Chan, Chief Strategy Officer at CoinMarketCap 25:48

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What does the future of cryptocurrencies look like? Carylyne Chan is the Chief Strategy Officer and Head of Marketing at CoinMarketCap - one of the most important cryptocurrency websites used for tracking the market position of various coins. In this episode Carylyne shares her insights on the current state of the cryptocurrency space and the futur…

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Storing Data in DNA 🧬 22:56

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As our access to information continues to increase, so does the amount of data humanity is generating. Our current storage systems have a shelf-life, but there are researchers out there trying to use DNA to store and archive all the world's information. If you love Moonshot then the best way to help us is to share this episode with a friend, or if …

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Nick Halla, SVP of International at Impossible Foods 24:04

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Nick Halla was the first employee at plant-based meat startup Impossible Foods. Now as SVP of International he's in charge of their global rollout and shares their vision for a meat-free future.By Lawson Media

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👶 A Baby In A Bag 22:46

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Ectogenesis, or an artificial womb, has long been discussed in science fiction, but when will humans be able to grow a baby in a bag? If you love Moonshot then the best way to help us is to share this episode with a friend, or if you're able, consider supporting us financially on Patreon. All supporters get an ad-free feed, along with bonus episode…