Welcome to Pocket to Podcast. Today we have one article covering the role of Founders Factory in connecting start-ups with the right investors. Founders Factory is a prominent start-up hub that offers support and investment opportunities to early-stage companies. According to the Financial Times, the organization has invested in over 300 start-ups, including notable companies like Landvault and Storyblok. Founders Factory provides a range of services, from product development and technology supp...

Welcome to Pocket to Podcast. Today we have one article covering the unique parenting practices in Denmark, often referred to as raising 'Viking' children. Helen Russell, in her article for The Guardian, shares insights from her experience of raising children in Denmark, highlighting the distinct ways Nordic children are nurtured. She notes that Nordic children engage with nature extensively, spending hours outdoors daily, which contributes to their high rankings in education and happiness globa...

Welcome to Pocket to Podcast. Today we have two articles covering parenting in Denmark and the rise of a food delivery startup.Our first article explores the unique parenting style in Denmark, often referred to as raising 'Viking' children. Helen Russell shares her experiences of moving from London to Denmark and how her children have adapted to the Nordic way of life. She notes that Nordic children engage in activities differently, from eating and learning to playing and even sleeping. For in...

Welcome to Pocket to Podcast. Today we have one article covering the unique parenting practices in Denmark, often referred to as raising 'Viking' children. The article, written by Helen Russell for The Guardian, explores the distinctive ways in which Nordic children are raised, highlighting their connection to nature, education, and family life. Russell shares her personal experiences of raising her children in Denmark, where she has lived for over a decade. She notes that Nordic children engage...

Welcome to Pocket to Podcast. Today we have one article covering the unique parenting insights gained from living in Denmark, focusing on raising 'Viking' children. Helen Russell shares her experiences of raising children in Denmark, highlighting the distinct ways Nordic children are nurtured. She notes that Nordic children eat, learn, play, dress, and even sleep differently, often spending hours outdoors regardless of the weather. This approach contributes to their high rankings in education an...

Welcome to Pocket to Podcast. Today we have one article covering the unique parenting insights gained from living in Denmark, focusing on raising 'Viking' children. Helen Russell shares her experiences of raising children in Denmark, highlighting how Nordic children engage with the world differently. They spend hours outdoors, even in harsh weather, and partake in activities like climbing and playfighting, which are seen as essential for development. Professor Ellen Beate Hansen Sandseter notes ...

Welcome to Pocket to Podcast. Today we have one article covering the rapid expansion of the food delivery startup Wonder. Wonder, a company that describes itself as a "new kind of food hall," is making waves in the food delivery industry with its recent acquisitions and ambitious growth plans. Founded by e-commerce entrepreneur Marc Lore, Wonder aims to become the "super app for mealtime." Recently, Wonder acquired Tastemade, a media company with a robust digital audience, and Grubhub, a well-kn...

Welcome to Pocket to Podcast. Today we have one article covering the migration of top chefs from London to the West Country. In recent years, a number of renowned chefs have left London for the West Country, drawn by the promise of a more fulfilling lifestyle and the opportunity to connect more deeply with their food and community. Merlin Labron-Johnson, a chef who earned his first Michelin star at 24, is one such individual. He moved to Somerset, where he now runs the Old Pharmacy and Osip, a s...

Welcome to Pocket to Podcast. Today we have two articles covering personal quests and geopolitical shifts.In the first article, "Finding your quest" by Lisa Wehden, the author shares her journey of discovering a meaningful problem to solve. Lisa recounts her experience of working in climate tech, where she initially believed she was on the right path by choosing a large market with a significant problem. Despite doing everything by the book, including raising venture capital and immersing hers...

Welcome to Pocket to Podcast. Today we have one article covering the internal impact and legacy of Stewart Butterfield's essay, "We Don't Sell Saddles Here," at Slack.In July 2013, Stewart Butterfield shared the essay "We Don't Sell Saddles Here" internally at Slack, just before the company's Preview Release. The essay was later published online around the time of Slack's public launch in February 2014. The internal reaction to the essay was significant, as it expanded the team's perspective a...