30s Ad: $629 - $779
60s Ad: $754 - $905
CPM Category: Technology
Different podcast categories command different CPM (cost per mille) rates based on advertiser demand and audience value.
The a16z Podcast discusses tech and culture trends, news, and the future – especially as ‘software eats the world’. It features industry experts, business leaders, and other interesting thinkers and voices from around the world. This podcast is produced by Andreessen Horowitz (aka “a16z”), a Silicon Valley-based venture capital firm. Multiple episodes are released every week; visit a16z.com for more details and to sign up for our newsletters and other content as well!
The a16z Podcast discusses tech and culture trends, news, and the future – especially as ‘software eats the world’. It features industry experts, business leaders, and other interesting thinkers and voices from around the world. This podcast is produced by Andreessen Horowitz (aka “a16z”), a Silicon Valley-based venture capital firm. Multiple episodes are released every week; visit a16z.com for more details and to sign up for our newsletters and other content as well!
Producers, Hosts, and Production Team
Searching
Searching for producer information... This may take a moment.
Here's a quick summary of the last 5 episodes on a16z Podcast.
Hosts
David George
Matt Shortal
Matt Cronin
Leila Hay
Steph Smith
Previous Guests
Andrew Bosworth
No additional bio available.
John Doyle
John Doyle is the founder and CEO of Cape, a defense startup focused on innovative solutions for modern military challenges. With a background in military service, John transitioned from the battlefield to entrepreneurship, leveraging his experience to build cutting-edge technology that addresses critical defense needs.
John Doyle is the founder and CEO of Cape, a defense startup focused on innovative solutions for modern military challenges. With a background in military service, John transitioned from the battlefield to entrepreneurship, leveraging his experience to build cutting-edge technology that addresses critical defense needs.
David Tuttle
David Tuttle is the co-founder and CEO of Rune, a company dedicated to developing advanced technologies for defense applications. A veteran himself, David's military background informs his approach to building solutions that enhance national security and operational effectiveness.
David Tuttle is the co-founder and CEO of Rune, a company dedicated to developing advanced technologies for defense applications. A veteran himself, David's military background informs his approach to building solutions that enhance national security and operational effectiveness.
Grant Jordan
Grant Jordan is the founder and CEO of SkySafe, a startup that specializes in drone technology and airspace security. With a strong foundation in military service, Grant has applied his knowledge to create innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern aerial defense.
Grant Jordan is the founder and CEO of SkySafe, a startup that specializes in drone technology and airspace security. With a strong foundation in military service, Grant has applied his knowledge to create innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern aerial defense.
Ryan Tseng
Ryan Tseng is the cofounder and CEO of Shield AI, a company focused on developing artificial intelligence technologies for defense and security applications. With a background in engineering and a passion for leveraging technology to enhance national security, Ryan has been instrumental in advancing the capabilities of autonomous systems in military operations.
Ryan Tseng is the cofounder and CEO of Shield AI, a company focused on developing artificial intelligence technologies for defense and security applications. With a background in engineering and a passion for leveraging technology to enhance national security, Ryan has been instrumental in advancing the capabilities of autonomous systems in military operations.
Adam Bry
Adam Bry is the cofounder and CEO of Skydio, a leading company in the field of autonomous drones. Under his leadership, Skydio has developed advanced drone technology that is used for various applications, including defense and surveillance. Adam has a strong background in robotics and artificial intelligence, and he is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what drones can achieve in complex environments.
Adam Bry is the cofounder and CEO of Skydio, a leading company in the field of autonomous drones. Under his leadership, Skydio has developed advanced drone technology that is used for various applications, including defense and surveillance. Adam has a strong background in robotics and artificial intelligence, and he is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what drones can achieve in complex environments.
Alex Miller
Alex Miller is the Chief Technology Officer for the Chief of Staff of the Army. He has extensive experience in technology and defense, focusing on integrating innovative solutions within military operations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Alex Miller is the Chief Technology Officer for the Chief of Staff of the Army. He has extensive experience in technology and defense, focusing on integrating innovative solutions within military operations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Justin Fanelli
Justin Fanelli is the Chief Technology Officer at the Department of the Navy. He specializes in leveraging technology to improve naval operations and has a background in software development and defense technology, aiming to modernize processes within the Navy.
Justin Fanelli is the Chief Technology Officer at the Department of the Navy. He specializes in leveraging technology to improve naval operations and has a background in software development and defense technology, aiming to modernize processes within the Navy.
Anish Acharya
Anish Acharya is a General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), where he focuses on consumer technology and the intersection of AI and product development. He has a background in engineering and has been involved in various successful tech ventures, providing insights into market trends and consumer behavior.
Anish Acharya is a General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), where he focuses on consumer technology and the intersection of AI and product development. He has a background in engineering and has been involved in various successful tech ventures, providing insights into market trends and consumer behavior.
Olivia Moore
Olivia Moore is a Partner at Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), specializing in consumer technology and AI. With a strong background in product management and market analysis, she has contributed to the development of innovative tech solutions and has a keen understanding of user engagement and product monetization strategies.
Olivia Moore is a Partner at Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), specializing in consumer technology and AI. With a strong background in product management and market analysis, she has contributed to the development of innovative tech solutions and has a keen understanding of user engagement and product monetization strategies.
Topics Discussed
smartphone era
AI
consumer tech
smart glasses
AR headsets
ambient computing
agentic computing
platform shift
dual-use technology
defense startups
military service
entrepreneurship
innovation landscape
trust and culture
American Dynamism Summit
drone warfare
autonomous drones
AI-driven warfare
great power competition
Ukraine
Israel
U.S. drone production
China
ethical implications
tactical implications
software-defined warfare
Department of Defense
startups
government
procurement
software-speed execution
cultural bottlenecks
modernization
GenAI 100
AI-first products
consumer AI
ranking
monthly visits
active users
AI video
companion apps
vibe coding
revenue generation
a16z is a venture capital firm that invests in software eating the world. Each week, we share videos on technology trends and advice for building companies.
The views expressed here are those of the individual personnel quoted and are not the views of a16z or its affiliates. This content is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be relied upon as legal, business, investment, or tax advice. Furthermore, this content is not directed at nor intended for use by any investors or prospective investors and may not under any circumstances be relied upon when making a decision to invest in any a16z funds. PLEASE SEE MORE HERE: https://a16z.com/disclosures/
In this episode, a16z Growth General Partner David George talks with Meta CTO Andrew Boz Bosworth about what comes after apps and touchscreens. From smart glasses to AR headsets, Boz shares how AI is powering a new wave of computingone thats ambient, agentic, and driven by human intent.
They explore what it takes to build for this future, the risks of changing interaction models, and why the next big platform shift may already be in motion.
This episode is part of our AI Revolution series, where we explore how industry leaders are leveraging generative AI to steer innovation and navigate the next major platform shift. Discover more insights and content from the AI Revolution series at a16z.com/AIRevolution.
Please note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures.
Are we nearing the end of the smartphone era?
In this episode, a16z Growth General Partner David George talks with Meta CTO Andrew Boz Bosworth about what comes after apps and touchscreens. From smart glasses to AR headsets, Boz shares how AI is powering a new wave of computingone thats ambient, agentic, and driven by human intent.
They explore what it takes to build for this future, the risks of changing interaction models, and why the next big platform shift may already be in motion.
This episode is part of our AI Revolution series, where we explore how industry leaders are leveraging generative AI to steer innovation and navigate the next major platform shift. Discover more insights and content from the AI Revolution series at a16z.com/AIRevolution.
Please note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures.
0:0037:51
The Dual-Use Founder: Vets Now Building For America
Hosts
Hosts of this podcast episode
Matt Shortal
Guests
Guests of this podcast episode
John DoyleDavid TuttleGrant Jordan
Keywords
Keywords of this podcast episode
dual-use technologydefense startupsmilitary serviceentrepreneurshipinnovation landscapetrust and cultureAmerican Dynamism Summit
In today’s world, the battlefield extends far beyond war zones—it’s embedded in our tech stacks, supply chains, and airspace security systems. So who better to solve these modern challenges than those who’ve served on the front lines?
Recorded live at the third annual American Dynamism Summit in Washington D.C., this episode features a16z’s Matt Shortal—a veteran himself—moderating a conversation with three founders who transitioned from military service to building cutting-edge defense startups:
John Doyle, founder & CEO of Cape
David Tuttle, cofounder & CEO of Rune
Grant Jordan, founder & CEO of SkySafe
The panel covers their journeys from service to startups, how their time in uniform shaped what they chose to build, and whether veterans should go straight into entrepreneurship—or stop first at places like Palantir or Anduril. They also discuss how Ukraine changed the game, how dual-use tech is shifting the innovation landscape, and how to instill trust and culture in mission-driven companies.
The big question: how do we win the next war—the asymmetric, fast-moving, tech-enabled kind—and build the industrial base we need to do it?
Please note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures.
In today’s world, the battlefield extends far beyond war zones—it’s embedded in our tech stacks, supply chains, and airspace security systems. So who better to solve these modern challenges than those who’ve served on the front lines?
Recorded live at the third annual American Dynamism Summit in Washington D.C., this episode features a16z’s Matt Shortal—a veteran himself—moderating a conversation with three founders who transitioned from military service to building cutting-edge defense startups:
John Doyle, founder & CEO of Cape
David Tuttle, cofounder & CEO of Rune
Grant Jordan, founder & CEO of SkySafe
The panel covers their journeys from service to startups, how their time in uniform shaped what they chose to build, and whether veterans should go straight into entrepreneurship—or stop first at places like Palantir or Anduril. They also discuss how Ukraine changed the game, how dual-use tech is shifting the innovation landscape, and how to instill trust and culture in mission-driven companies.
The big question: how do we win the next war—the asymmetric, fast-moving, tech-enabled kind—and build the industrial base we need to do it?
Please note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures.
War has always been shaped by technology—from steel and gunpowder to GPS and nuclear weapons. But the decisive technologies of tomorrow aren’t coming—they’re already here.
In this episode, recorded live at our third annual American Dynamism Summit, a16z’s Senior National Security Advisor Matt Cronin sits down with Ryan Tseng (cofounder & CEO, Shield AI) and Adam Bry (cofounder & CEO, Skydio) to discuss the rise of autonomous drones, AI-driven warfare, and the escalating great power competition with China. They cover:
Why drones are reshaping the battlefield in Ukraine, Israel, and beyond
The asymmetry of $1,000 drones taking out $10M tanks
Why U.S. drone production lags China—and how to catch up
The ethical and tactical implications of autonomy in combat
What it will take to reindustrialize America and maintain deterrence
If the future of warfare is software-defined, who writes that software—and who deploys it first—matters more than ever.
Please note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures.
War has always been shaped by technology—from steel and gunpowder to GPS and nuclear weapons. But the decisive technologies of tomorrow aren’t coming—they’re already here.
In this episode, recorded live at our third annual American Dynamism Summit, a16z’s Senior National Security Advisor Matt Cronin sits down with Ryan Tseng (cofounder & CEO, Shield AI) and Adam Bry (cofounder & CEO, Skydio) to discuss the rise of autonomous drones, AI-driven warfare, and the escalating great power competition with China. They cover:
Why drones are reshaping the battlefield in Ukraine, Israel, and beyond
The asymmetry of $1,000 drones taking out $10M tanks
Why U.S. drone production lags China—and how to catch up
The ethical and tactical implications of autonomy in combat
What it will take to reindustrialize America and maintain deterrence
If the future of warfare is software-defined, who writes that software—and who deploys it first—matters more than ever.
Please note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures.
0:0051:18
How to Build with the Department of Defense
Hosts
Hosts of this podcast episode
Leila Hay
Guests
Guests of this podcast episode
Alex MillerJustin Fanelli
Keywords
Keywords of this podcast episode
Department of Defensestartupsgovernmentprocurementsoftware-speed executioncultural bottlenecksmodernization
When people think about startups working with the government, the phrase “black box” often comes up. But what if that box is finally being pried open?
In this episode—recorded live at the American Dynamism Summit in DC—we talk with two Chief Technology Officers at the heart of American defense: Alex Miller, CTO for the Chief of Staff of the Army, and Justin Fanelli, CTO at the Department of the Navy. Along with a16z partner Leila Hay, they break down how the Department of Defense is shifting from decades-old processes to software-speed execution, why the real bottlenecks are cultural, not technical, and how startups can actually navigate and scale within this massive system.
From replacing outdated procurement with faster pathways, to getting tech into the hands of warfighters faster, this is a rare look inside the government’s most ambitious efforts to modernize—and what it means for builders on the outside.
Is it time to rip up the system and start fresh? Or are the seeds of change already in the ground?
Please note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures.
When people think about startups working with the government, the phrase “black box” often comes up. But what if that box is finally being pried open?
In this episode—recorded live at the American Dynamism Summit in DC—we talk with two Chief Technology Officers at the heart of American defense: Alex Miller, CTO for the Chief of Staff of the Army, and Justin Fanelli, CTO at the Department of the Navy. Along with a16z partner Leila Hay, they break down how the Department of Defense is shifting from decades-old processes to software-speed execution, why the real bottlenecks are cultural, not technical, and how startups can actually navigate and scale within this massive system.
From replacing outdated procurement with faster pathways, to getting tech into the hands of warfighters faster, this is a rare look inside the government’s most ambitious efforts to modernize—and what it means for builders on the outside.
Is it time to rip up the system and start fresh? Or are the seeds of change already in the ground?
Please note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures.
This month, a16z’s Consumer team released the fourth edition of the GenAI 100 — a data-driven ranking of the top 50 AI-first web products and mobile apps, based on unique monthly visits and active users.
In just six months, the consumer AI landscape has shifted dramatically. Some products surged ahead, others plateaued, and a few unexpected players reshaped the leaderboard entirely.
In this episode, a16z General Partner Anish Acharya and Partner Olivia Moore join us to unpack the latest rankings and explore the key cultural and product moments that brought us to this point.
Which applications are leading the pack — and which ones are quietly on the rise? What do trends like AI video, companion apps, and “vibe coding” reveal about the future of consumer AI? And for the first time, the team also analyzed which products aren’t just gaining users, but generating real revenue.
If you’re looking to understand where we are in the GenAI adoption cycle — and what might come next — this episode offers a data-backed view into one of the fastest-moving corners of technology.
Please note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures.
This month, a16z’s Consumer team released the fourth edition of the GenAI 100 — a data-driven ranking of the top 50 AI-first web products and mobile apps, based on unique monthly visits and active users.
In just six months, the consumer AI landscape has shifted dramatically. Some products surged ahead, others plateaued, and a few unexpected players reshaped the leaderboard entirely.
In this episode, a16z General Partner Anish Acharya and Partner Olivia Moore join us to unpack the latest rankings and explore the key cultural and product moments that brought us to this point.
Which applications are leading the pack — and which ones are quietly on the rise? What do trends like AI video, companion apps, and “vibe coding” reveal about the future of consumer AI? And for the first time, the team also analyzed which products aren’t just gaining users, but generating real revenue.
If you’re looking to understand where we are in the GenAI adoption cycle — and what might come next — this episode offers a data-backed view into one of the fastest-moving corners of technology.
Please note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures.
Ratings
Global:
Global ratings are aggregates of the individual countries
