Smart Company Podcast

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Smart Stories.
Smarter Companies.

Honest conversations with founders, leaders, and builders shaping the future of business.

About the Podcast

The real stories behind building something great.

Smart Company shares the real stories behind building something great — the wins, the pivots, and the lessons learned along the way. Each episode features honest conversations with founders, leaders, and builders who are making thoughtful decisions in a fast-changing world.

It's not just about success; it's about the strategy, creativity, and resilience it takes to get there. Whether you're running a startup or scaling an enterprise, you'll find insights you can use and stories that resonate.

Open format

Candid discussions, not scripted interviews

30-45 minutes

Deep enough to matter, short enough to finish

Video & audio

Available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts

Dave Doerre
Your Host

Dave Doerre

Head of Brand & Media, Slingr

Dave is a seasoned TV host known for his work on Starz! Movie News, Hollywood HD (HDNet), and Cine News (UPN International). He began his career behind the scenes at CNN London, MSNBC, and WMAQ-Chicago before transitioning to on-camera roles, thanks in part to his improv roots at Chicago's legendary Improv Olympic.

Dave has interviewed hundreds of top celebrities, world leaders, and cultural icons — from Tom Cruise to Mikhail Gorbachev — at major events like the Oscars, Golden Globes, and Grammys.

Previously hosted:
Starz! Movie News Highest Bidder Hollywood HD
Smart Company Podcast
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