By invitation, mostly. By application, sometimes.

The PreVetted Podcast features founders, engineers, and operators who are doing the work, not just talking about it. Most guests come in through introductions, but the door is open if your story belongs in the room.

Tell me a little about yourself below. If it's a fit, you'll hear from me personally.

142 Episodes shipped
~1 in 5 Applications accepted
2023 Year one
Who we feature

Three things every guest brings.

01

Skin in the game

You've shipped, hired, sold, scaled, lost, or rebuilt something real. Stories with receipts, not theory.

02

A point of view

You'll say something most people in your field won't. We don't run safe takes that fit on a slide.

03

Comfort with depth

Long-form is the default. If 60 unhurried minutes makes you sharper, not nervous, you'll fit right in.

The application

Tell me about you, and what you'd bring.

Every submission is read personally. If it's a fit, you'll hear back within five business days.

01 About you
02 About the conversation
Not sure? Pick the closest. We can adjust on the call.
"How we cut infra costs 60% switching from Snowflake to ClickHouse" beats "modern data infrastructure." Receipts beat theory.
03 Logistics

If selected you'll get a reply at the email you provided.

After you apply

What happens next.

  1. 01 Within 24 hours

    Your application lands in my inbox.

    Read personally, not by an assistant or a bot. Most replies go out within five business days.

  2. 02 If it's a fit

    A 30-minute prep call.

    We talk through your work, find the threads worth pulling on, and agree on what's off limits before any tape rolls.

  3. 03 2 to 3 weeks out

    We schedule the recording.

    Remote, on Riverside.fm, broadcast-grade audio and video. One hour booked, 45 to 55 minutes used.

  4. 04 Within 4 weeks

    Light edit, then live.

    You see the cut before publish. Episode ships across Spotify, Apple, and YouTube, with permanent show notes here.

Frequently asked questions

What's the format of the show?

A relaxed, expert-led conversation. I introduce the topic, you decide how deep we dive technically, and I guide the flow so it stays accessible for a broader audience.

How do we record?

Remotely, using Riverside.fm for high-quality audio and video.

How should I prepare?

Think of a topic you'd like to highlight: a recent project, a key lesson, or a trend you want the community to hear. We'll align on it during the discovery call.

How long is the podcast?

The recording session is booked for an hour. Final episodes typically run 45 to 55 minutes.

Will I be able to share my links?

Yes. After being accepted and picking a time slot, you'll receive a brief form to upload a photo, add your bio, and include any relevant links. They go in the show notes and stay there permanently.

How much does it cost to appear on the podcast?

Nothing. There's no fee, and no monetary compensation either way. It's a conversation, not a transaction.

What if my application isn't accepted?

You'll still hear back. Not every fit lines up the first time, and the queue is revisited regularly as new themes emerge. A "no for now" is rarely a permanent no.

Could I watch a sample episode?

Yes. Browse the full episode archive, or watch on YouTube or Spotify.