The Goosed Podcast

In this episode of the Goosed.ie Podcast, I’m joined by Kris O’Shea, of Olas, the startup building an open, blockchain-powered protocol to rebuild trust in media — and rewire how quality information is funded, verified, and rewarded.

We get into:
📰 Why trust in media is broken — and how it got this way
🧠 How Olas uses decentralised identity, staking, and prediction markets to incentivise truth over clicks
💸 The radical e...

On this episode of the Goosed.ie Podcast, we go behind the headset with Catherine O'Doherty and Charles Lonjaret from Sia Partners, the global consultancy co-creating a world-first VR training experience with Chartered Accountants Ireland.

This isn’t just a tech demo — it’s a bold reimagining of how we teach critical thinking, decision-making, and professional scepticism.

We dive into:
🧠 Why traditional training struggles to teach co...

In this episode of the Goosed Podcast, we sit down with Shelley Cowan, affectionately known as The Purple Lady—a powerhouse advocate creating real change in the world of accessibility.

Shelley shares her journey and the origin stories behind:

JustUs – a not-for-profit helping adults with disabilities enjoy safe, inclusive social lives,

TravelEase – highlighting the best in hospitality for disabled travelers,

Access Avenue – working wit...

On this episode of the Goosed.ie Podcast, I’m joined by Scott Ashmore, co-founder of Shuttle, the fintech startup on a mission to modernise how startups raise money — and how everyday people can get involved in the investment world.

We chat about:
🚀 The evolution of startup fundraising and why it’s broken for so many🌐 How Shuttle is making the process faster, smoother, and more transparent📊 The shift towards giving more people...

In this episode of the Goosed.ie Podcast, I’m joined by Brian Kenny, founder of Momntum, the platform that’s using AI to completely rethink what customer loyalty should look like.We chat about:🧠 How AI is making loyalty smarter, not just more digital📲 Why “know your customer” is no longer enough🎯 How brands can build emotional intelligence into their customer experience🔁 The end of “points-for-everything” loyalty, and what come...

On this episode of the Goosed.ie Podcast, I sit down with Shane Mann, founder of Tranzaura, the Limerick-based company redefining how modern fleets operate — with a laser focus on safety, compliance, and smart decision-making.

We chat about:
How Tranzaura helps companies manage complex transport operations at scaleWhy real-time data and communication are game-changers for fleet safety
What it’s like building a global tech comp...

In this episode of the Goosed.ie Podcast, I’m joined by Alan Browne, founder of Soarvo, a company that builds scalable, reliable tech solutions rooted in real engineering thinking.

We dig into:
🔧 Why Soarvo focuses on actual problems, not flashy features💡 The difference between innovation theatre and real technical progress⚙️ What it takes to build a lean, engineering-first startup🚀 Alan’s journey from engineer to founder — an...

In this episode of the Goosed.ie Podcast, I chat with Solomon Adesiyan, founder of Coum, the company helping artists and brands break beyond streaming platforms and into the world of 3.3 billion mobile gamers.

We talk about:
🎮 How Coum’s in-game DJ brings music into mobile gaming without breaking the player experience.
🎵 Why music discovery needs to move beyond playlists and streams.
📱 How Coum’s non-intrusive audio ads ...

In this episode of the Goosed.ie Podcast, we sit down with Heidi Davis, founder and CEO of Peri, a ground-breaking platform in the FemTech space, built to support women through perimenopause and beyond.

We talk about:

1) What FemTech really means and why it’s on the rise.

2) The often-overlooked challenges of perimenopause, and why education and support are crucial.

3) How Peri is using technology to create a supportive, stigma-free sp...

In this episode of the Goosed.ie podcast, Jon sits down with Siobhan Human, Head of Programming and Marketing, and Clare Kilmartin, COO, from Dublin Tech Summit. With the event set to take place on May 28th and 29th, smack bang in the middle of the inaugural Dublin Tech Week, we dive into:

• The incredible lineup of speakers, startups, and innovative content waiting to be unveiled.

• How Ireland has emerged as a hotbed for technology...

Helping startups scale faster and smarter – that’s the mission behind Cozmotec & Launchpad. In this episode of The Goosed Podcast, I chat with Cuty Gupta, Founder & CEO of Cozmotec, about how her company is revolutionizing startup growth with AI-powered automation.

We dive into:
✅ How Launchpad simplifies the startup journey with no-code automation
✅ The biggest challenges founders face & how to overcome them
✅ Why efficien...

In this special episode of Goosed.ie, we’re coming to you from New York City, recording at the incredible New Lab in Brooklyn! 🌆🎙️

I’m joined by Isabelle Hughes, founder of SimpleProbate.ie, to dive into how she’s revolutionizing the probate process in Ireland. We discuss:

✅ Why probate can be such a complex and frustrating process

✅ How SimpleProbate.ie is making estate administration easier and more accessible

✅ The challenges ...

In this episode of Goosed Podcast , I’m joined by Tadhg Mac Mahon and Allysa from Shane Collective, the team behind Shane—a groundbreaking LGBTQ+ search, navigation, and safety app. We dive into the challenges of building a platform designed to empower LGBTQ+ individuals to explore the world with confidence, the importance of community-driven recommendations, and the role technology plays in creating safer spaces. From their journe...

In this episode of the Goosed.ie Podcast, I sit down with Tim Chase, CEO of Striver — the world’s first abuse-free social media platform created by footballers for fans alongside his co founders Gilberto Silva and Roberto Carlos. Tim and I dive into the challenges of online abuse in sports, the mental health crisis impacting players, and how Striver is redefining the way players and fans connect. We also talk about their incredible...

In this episode of The Goosed Podcast, Jon sits down with David O'Keefe, co-founder of Seeap, a company making waves in the evolving world of product labelling and QR codes. We dive into GS1 regulations and how they're set to change ahead of 2027, what it's like to build a budding business in Ireland, and the good, the bad, and the ugly of QR code adoption.

Whether you're in the tech industry, a startup enthusiast, or just curious...

In this episode of the Goosed.ie Podcast, Jon speaks with Christian Reinwald, Head of Product Management and Marketing at reichelt elektronik. Christian shares his insights into the latest tech trends, how reichelt elektronik is staying ahead in the fast-paced world of electronics, and what it takes to manage and market a wide range of cutting-edge products.

From consumer electronics to business solutions, Christian discusses the k...

In this episode of the Goosed.ie Podcast, Jon speaks with Scott Whitaker, the Founder of Contract Sent, about the game-changing role of AI in the legal industry. Scott shares valuable insights on what startups need to know about contracts, the essentials of compliance, and how Contract Sent is helping companies streamline their legal processes with easy-to-use document templates.

Tune in to learn how AI is transforming the legal sp...

In this episode of the Goosed.ie Podcast, Jon sits down with our resident gaming expert Alex to dive into all things spooky season! 🎃👻

We count down Alex’s top 5 gaming titles to play during the spooky season, perfect for those late-night scares. We also cover the latest drama in the gaming world, including the Palworld court case with Nintendo, Nintendo’s latest leak, and much more.

Whether you’re into terrifying gaming adventu...

In this episode of the Goosed.ie Podcast, Jon sits down with Stephen O'Sullivan, the Founder of "I Left You a Note," a company transforming customer feedback for the hospitality industry. "I Left You a Note" uses QR codes and NFC technology to help hotels and restaurants gather honest and direct feedback from their customers.

Stephen shares insights into how this innovative approach provides businesses with valuable feedback that’...