Andy Walsh
3x founder, 2 exits, angel & advisor. Established startup operator & leader. Expert in brand & culture strategy.
Photo Credit: Jamel Toppin
Build Smarter. Scale Faster.
Startups Decoded is your go-to platform for cutting through startup myths and noise. We offer founders curated insight, clear strategy, and lived experience through podcasts, consulting, and community.
The Platform
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Podcast
Real founder stories, tactical playbooks, and myth-busting lessons.
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Consulting
Strategy and planning workshops to build smarter and scale faster.
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Founder Circle
A trusted network of ambitious founders learning and scaling together.
Podcast Results
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Data
Top 10% of podcasts globally
10,000+ downloads
Guests: top 0.1% of LinkedIn users
1,500+ monthly uniques on Substack
Episodes: 23 live
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Feedback
“A fantastic podcast that every community builder in tech and venture should hear.” Gene Murphy
“I have been here since Numero Uno, and I feel like I'm watching history in the making from the front row!” Rulo
“As an aspiring entrepreneur and current builder your work is very appreciated & valued.” Jackson Karban
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Ratings
100% 5 Star: Apple Podcast (19 ratings)
Popular Episodes
Ep#13: Is Early-Stage VC Broken? With Jeff Becker - Antler
Founders still playing the old game are already falling behind. We get real about what’s broken in VC, why resilience matters more than hype, and how the smartest founders are rewriting the playbook. If you’re building for the future, this is the conversation you can’t afford to miss.
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Ep#6: Why VC Platform Teams Matter. Joel Connolly - Blackbird
Not all investors are built to help you win.
The best VCs don’t just fund you, they build ecosystems that drive real growth. In this episode, we break down how platform teams create founder success, and why betting on capital alone could kill your momentum.
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Ep#14: Venture Studios vs. Traditional Startups - Ben Yoskovitz
The old startup playbook is broken. In this conversation, we break down why venture studios are changing the rules — and how founders who stick to outdated models are setting themselves up to fail. If you want to build faster, smarter, and with real traction, you need to hear what’s coming next.
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Andy Walsh.
Host & Founder
Startup Strategist | 3x Founder (2x Exits) | Angel Investor & Advisor | $10M ARR.
I build and scale startups across creative, tech, ESG, health, and media sectors, driving strategy, growth, and brand development. A community catalyst connecting founders and investors to foster innovation and impact.
