Molly O'Shea, the VC-turned-podcaster, lands big-name tech interviews

The Sourcery host has built a loyal following by getting executives like Alex Karp and Palmer Luckey to open up on her show.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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Molly O'Shea, a former venture capitalist, has found success as the host of the Sourcery podcast, where she has interviewed high-profile tech leaders like Palantir CEO Alex Karp and Anduril co-founder Palmer Luckey. O'Shea's industry connections and approachable interview style have helped her build a loyal audience, even as some critics argue she should ask tougher questions of her guests.

Why it matters

O'Shea's ability to land interviews with influential tech executives highlights the power of personal connections in the industry. Her podcast provides a window into the mindset of Silicon Valley leaders, offering investors and others insight into the thoughts and strategies of some of the most prominent figures in tech.

The details

After working in venture capital, O'Shea launched the Sourcery newsletter as an in-house project at a firm she was working for. The newsletter eventually grew a readership, and O'Shea was offered a job at Upfront Ventures. She then started the Sourcery podcast, which has become a top-200 show in Apple Podcasts' investing category. O'Shea's connections, including introductions from people like Palantir's Eliano Younes and Anduril's Matt Grimm, have helped her land high-profile interviews with the likes of Karp and Luckey.

  • O'Shea was at the Hill and Valley Forum in 2025 when she met Palantir's Shyam Sankar, which led to her interview with CEO Alex Karp.
  • O'Shea published a list of her 100 dream guests, which included Anduril co-founders Palmer Luckey and Trae Stephens, helping her set up an interview with Luckey.

The players

Molly O'Shea

A former venture capitalist who is now the host of the popular Sourcery podcast, where she has interviewed high-profile tech leaders.

Alex Karp

The CEO of Palantir, a data analytics company, who was interviewed by O'Shea for her podcast.

Palmer Luckey

The co-founder of Anduril, a defense technology company, who was also interviewed by O'Shea for her podcast.

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What they’re saying

“A lot of these people really trust me. I think it's a wonderful component that I come in from the industry.”

— Molly O'Shea, Podcast Host (businessinsider.com)

“We've enjoyed talking to each other off the record, so talking on the record is just as much fun.”

— Kyle Harrison, Contrary General Partner (businessinsider.com)

What’s next

O'Shea plans to continue expanding her podcast and interview roster, with her next guest scheduled to be YouTuber and boxer Jake Paul.

The takeaway

Molly O'Shea's success as a tech podcast host highlights the power of personal connections and an approachable interview style in the industry. While some critics argue she should ask tougher questions, her ability to land high-profile guests has helped her build a loyal following among investors and others interested in the inner workings of Silicon Valley.