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The Startup Line

by Bhavishya Banda

Discover the raw, unfiltered journeys of rising entrepreneurs and founders as they navigate the highs, lows, and everything in between while building their brands and companies. In each episode, Bhavishya dives into the origin stories, challenges, and current processes of those in the early stages of their entrepreneurial journey. Whether you're a dreamer, doer, or just curious about what it takes to build something from scratch, this podcast offers inspiration and a front-row seat to the making of tomorrow's success stories. Follow @thestartupline on Instagram/TikTok!

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Episodes

  1. Marlow: Harit Sohal

    What starts as a university project doesn’t usually turn into a company, but for Harit Sohal and her co-founders, that’s exactly what happened. Harit is the co-founder of Marlow, a menstrual health company working to make period care more comfortable, transparent, and shame-free. The original…

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  2. Hol Health Club: Mackenzie + Nolan

    In this episode, I sit down with Mackenzie and Nolan, a couple and former bankers who decided to leave finance after running into a problem they couldn’t ignore. Long hours, no time to eat, and a daily habit of grabbing protein bars that claimed to be “healthy” — but didn’t feel that way. When...

  3. Tiny Dinner: Saba Ahmed

    In this episode, I sit down with Saba, co-founder of Tiny Dinner — a global, invite-only dinner party community redefining what real-world connection looks like. We talk about the art of hosting in your home, building trust-first micro communities, and why “friends of friends” is the most…

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  4. OpenBlock Labs: Tejpal Singh

    Tejpal Singh, co-founder of OpenBlock Labs, is building the infrastructure layer for the on-chain world. In this episode, we dive into how OpenBlock reached the #1 spot on Terminal Bench, the vision behind their OB-1 agent, and what it takes to pioneer AI-powered research tools for developers. We...

  5. Lyv Health: Andrea Gonzalez Corleto

    Andrea never planned to build a healthcare company. But after years of struggling with endometriosis and realizing just how reactive and fragmented the women’s health system is, she felt compelled to take action. While at Harvard Business School, Andrea founded Lyv Health — a female-focused...

  6. WeFit Labs: Ethan Noblesala

    Ethan’s story is one of reinvention. Born in Queens and raised in New York, he began his career in corporate finance before taking the leap into startups—becoming CFO of a crypto gaming company by his late twenties. But the grind came with a cost: by October 2023 he was 85 pounds heavier and...

  7. Khalo: Victoria Ho

    In this episode of The Startup Line, I sit down with Victoria Ho, Co-Founder of Khalo, a modern food brand reimagining Ayurveda and gut health for today’s kitchens. What began as a personal journey of healing and connection has grown into a company bringing ancient traditions into modern homes...

  8. SelfServe: Alisha Mehta

    In this episode of The Startup Line, I sit down with Alisha, co-founder and CCO of Self-Serve, an AI-powered front desk platform transforming the hospitality experience. What began as late-night conversations with friends about hotel frustrations has grown into a fast-scaling startup now in beta...

  9. Koyal.ai: Mehul Agarwal

    Mehul always knew he wanted to be a founder. Instead of taking the safe route into big tech, he teamed up with his sister to launch Koyal.ai — an AI platform turning audio into video and unlocking a new way for creators to share stories. What started as a bold idea has already caught the…

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  10. Hale: Patrick Samy

    Patrick Samy didn’t always know he’d end up in health tech. He started his career at Skype, co-founded Span Health to tackle preventative health, and scaled it to an acquisition by Eight Sleep. But after selling his first company, Patrick knew he wasn’t done building. In this episode, we dive…

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  11. Doosra: Kartik Das

    What happens when a third-culture kid with a global palate reimagines the snacks of his childhood? For Kartik Das, the answer is Doosra—bold, joy-packed Indian flavors with an unexpected twist. In this episode, we dive into the layers behind the name (“Doosra” means different, second, and—if…

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  12. Pivot Robotics: Siddharth & Vignesh

    Siddharth and Vignesh didn’t set out to build a robotics company—but over dumplings in San Francisco, they decided to apply to Y Combinator and figure it out along the way. In this episode, we hear how Pivot Robotics went from vague ideas and dusty factory visits to landing a pilot contract off a...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Discover the raw, unfiltered journeys of rising entrepreneurs and founders as they navigate the highs, lows, and everything in between while building their brands and companies. In each episode, Bhavishya dives into the origin stories, challenges, and current processes of those in the early stages of their entrepreneurial journey. Whether you're a dreamer, doer, or just curious about what it takes to build something from scratch, this podcast offers inspiration and a front-row seat to the making of tomorrow's success stories. Follow @thestartupline on Instagram/TikTok!

HOSTED BY

Bhavishya Banda

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How many episodes does The Startup Line have?

The Startup Line currently has 12 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is The Startup Line about?

Discover the raw, unfiltered journeys of rising entrepreneurs and founders as they navigate the highs, lows, and everything in between while building their brands and companies. In each episode, Bhavishya dives into the origin stories, challenges, and current processes of those in the early stages...

How often does The Startup Line release new episodes?

The Startup Line has 12 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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The Startup Line is created and hosted by Bhavishya Banda.
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