Reviews
I highly enjoyed it!
klarajag via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/28/24
As a CPG founder, CEO and passionate student of the space, I love Mike’s podcast. Mike always has top tier guests, asks insightful questions and delivers informative content. I’m thankful for the golden nuggets found in each episode. Highly recommend!
bussie110 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/23/23
Mike does a great job bringing on an amazing variety of guests to talk about their companies, backgrounds, challenges, and advice. I’ve discovered new companies I was never aware of and learned a lot about a variety of industries that I never knew (ex. the distribution laws that vary between...Read full review »
bretbball1212 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/27/23
Mike Gelb has a great blend of people on this show. Other brands, investors, VCs, and more. It keeps the show fresh and exciting.
TVartanian via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/29/22
If you're building a consumer company - regardless of what stage you're at - this is a must listen! Mike does an incredible job bringing together conversations that showcase the leaders shaping the consumer ecosystem from the inside out. Highly recommend listening and subscribing!Read full review »
obacker19 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/26/22
Mike Gelb’s ‘The Consumer VC’ is a fantastic resource for those folks interested in consumer-facing venture capital. As a fund manager based in Southeast Asia, I constantly find interesting talking points and insights here that are applicable to the larger global industry. He features great...Read full review »
GardenDistrictVC via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/02/22
Great show, great questions, and great guests. I learned a ton listening .
shaunzieg via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/30/22
I give Mike 5/5
Oscar1a via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/06/22
This show gives me great insight into the strategy and what certain VCs are looking for... It really helped me to prepare my pitches.
Been Fix via Apple Podcasts · France · 07/06/22
Whether you’re well established in the VC world, or just getting started, this is a must-listen podcast for you! Mike does an incredible job leading engaging conversations with industry leaders who’ve actually experienced success themselves and every. single. episode. is jam-packed with helpful...Read full review »
ASobering via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/24/22
I’ve been a CEO for decades and have started several startups. But I always learn something from each episode of The Consumer VC. As good CEO is always studying his/her craft. That means ongoing reading, listening, and watching experts. Mike has them on in an entertaining format but very, very...Read full review »
FODMAP FAN via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/12/22
Amazing guests, great insight, highly recommend!
Tyler I hate this app via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/28/21
A must listen for anyone involved in or interested in the CPG space.
CPG investor via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/16/21
If you are a DTC brand or an eCommerce entrepreneur you should listen to this podcast 👌👌
Ethangol via Apple Podcasts · Netherlands · 08/12/21
I’ve been listening to all episodes of Consumer VC since I discovered it. Mike brings very relevant hosts to the show but more importantly asks great questions so that you can always learn something new and interesting. If you’re trying to learn more about B2C companies, their growth and...Read full review »
inayali via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 08/09/21
You can tell Mike puts a lot of thought into his interviews with the questions he asks and the detailed show notes he provides. With each episode, I walk away with nuggets of wisdom and Mike’s conversational interview style is a delight to listen to. Highly recommend!
meeshy415 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/19/21
Great host, great guests.. very informative Brad Baum, Llama Naturals
Bbaum13 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/26/21
Big fan of consumer VC! Mike always brings on the best and most interesting investors on the show. Def check it out
LeoLuo2021 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/09/20
Mike brings on such incredible investors and facilitates thoughtful discussion. Love the show and excited to hear from the Vision Fund!
SlimShady26 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/09/20
One of best places to get under the hood of consumer investing generally and go deep on specific verticals. When I’m searching for a VC I admire, they’ve more often than not been a guest on podcast!
ftjisnousemmm via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/02/20
The podcast is incredibly insightful. I love listening to it to learn more about Consumer categories I’m interested in, get a helpful intro to completely new sub-sectors, and also just to hear expert perspectives. Recently really enjoyed the episode with Carlton Fowler on alcohol / beverage
TC Vernier via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/30/20
Best consumer - focused podcast put there
Urcool... via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/26/20
As a founder in the Food & Beverage space, this podcast has been a staple of mine. It’s not only great to hear the unique perspectives of investors in the CPG space, but it’s also invaluable to hear about the journeys of fellow entrepreneurs. It’s been so helpful to hear how they got started...Read full review »
cocktailqueen🍸 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/03/20
As an entrepreneur in the consumer packaged space it’s so nice to hear inside views from leading VCs and entrepreneurs in the industry. Great resource!
jmhuber23 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/03/20
Awesome insights! Valuable for every founder globally. Greets from Germany 👍🏻
Thomas Funkaccio via Apple Podcasts · Germany · 09/29/20
I happen to have a fund in the consumer space and can say without a doubt this is one of the better pods out thereabouts the topic. I just dove into the Mindel a and Paley episodes and they are tackling some high level stuff here. I’ve lost countless hours of sleep on the “product vs platform vs...Read full review »
guidotheshagginwagon via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/30/20
I love this podcast. I am not in the consumer world, but even from a B2B perspective it gives me great insights into how our clients will be looking at issues and how their investors look at the space overall. 10/10 recommend this to anyone interested in starting a company or just interested in...Read full review »
Grabrisathief via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/22/20
As a life long CPG guy I really appreciate the work that Mike is doing with The Consumer VC Podcast. Keep the episodes coming!!!!
Nat Noone via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/30/20
To get your unique insight into the universe of early stage investing and brands, there’s no better listen than this. Highly recommend for operators, investors, and consumers.
LornAuArcos via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/26/20
As an early stage founder, this is the most insightful podcast out there. Brings on A+ talent and always asks the right questions. I discovered the podcast about 2 months ago and have already listened to almost half. 5 stars every time.
Jakeeeenndkdks via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/25/20
This is definitely one of the best VC podcasts I’ve come across and love the focus on consumer specifically. It’s a great mix of technical knowledge and hearing the investor’s own journey in VC. Mike knows how to ask all the right questions!
ConsumerVC via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/24/20
This is a great podcast for anyone who wants to learn more about early stage investing or a better understanding of the venture capital space. Excellent guests and always interesting!
shascher via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/22/20
Being a food entrepreneur it’s a must listen - great host!
yash376 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/21/20
Must listen for anyone interested in early-stage consumer investing! One of my favorite podcasts. Great moderation and questions from Mike and fantastic guests. I always learn with great insights around consumer trends and venture investing.
AH1392 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/20/20
One of my all time fav podcasts. Mike asks all the right questions and I am constantly impressed with his ability to have on the absolute best investors in the industry. Always entertaining and informative. I highly recommend.
Dani Ganot via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/19/20
If there’s one podcast to make time for, it’s this one. Mike asks the most thoughtful questions with an interesting and relevant array of guests in the world of consumer VC. Worth a listen.
alohaIreneHW via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/19/20
Fun, easy to digest, and informative content from great investors across the consumer landscape. Well done, Mike!
David SYS via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/17/20
Mike gets literally everyone in the relevant VC space on, and asks them questions from a listener’s point of view. He asks what I want to know as a listener without asking me. It’s a definite enjoyable alternative and different value-add than the Twenty Minute VC, as you can listen to both...Read full review »
Quality, Purpose, Clarity via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/17/20
As an investor in CPG, I’m constantly craving frameworks and insights from other investors in the space. Mike does a great job sourcing guests and quickly distilling how they look at the world. Thanks!!!
urboiy69 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/16/20
Really enjoy the podcast. Mike is a great host and always has new and interesting guests. Keep it up!
alex3717 via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 07/13/20
Mike has such a great selection of investors, this may be the best way to stay up to date on what’s top of mind for consumer investors/founders. I love the episodes, but be sure to also check out his AMAs! He’s killing it 🔥🔥
zdavidson927 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/11/20
I think this podcast is very informative and fun. It is a great way for young professionals to understand VC from real world perspectives. Mike is also very fun and very engaging. I love listening! :)
sons of tucson ! via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/30/20
As a start-up founder this podcast helps me tremendously in learning more about the vc landscape and the different players involved
Felddog via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/17/20
i love this podcast, mike is making all the right moves. guests are top notch, and he gets right into the questions which are perfectly open ended so responses are really insightful. it’s a great podcast.
Brian, with an i via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/15/20
Let’s be honest - Consumer startups are *taboo* in the investment world, yet most of the fastest growing startups out there are actually Consumer startups (+ IMHO they are way more fun to build). Beyond excited to see someone so incredibly charismatic like Mike running a podcast purely focused on...Read full review »
Charlie Sword via Apple Podcasts · Spain · 06/12/20
Simple format. Compelling interviews. Industry leading VCs and market leaders. This has been a vital resource for me as I transition from B2B enterprise to a consumer-first business. And don’t discredit Mike - he isn’t just a host, but full of experience himself.
keithp333 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/11/20
Beyond refreshing to tune into a host that understands and loves his space as much as Mike does. This podcast is a treat for newcomers and seasoned investors alike.
northwindsciscokid via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/01/20
As a founder in the consumer tech industry (music tech – artiphon.com), I’ve long struggled to find targeted knowledge on venture investment in my market. Mike brings in some of the sharpest thinkers and takes the time to bring out constructive insights. Dive in!
Snail Bat via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/22/20
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