How one well-connected voice became a go-to for silicon valley’s elite

Molly O’Shea didn’t enter tech media as an outsider looking in. Before launching her podcast, Sourcery, she spent years working inside venture capital, building relationships and learning how Silicon Valley operates behind closed doors. That background has become her biggest asset, allowing her to secure interviews with high-profile figures like Palantir CEO Alex Karp, Anduril cofounder Palmer Luckey, and prominent investor Keith Rabois.

Originally, Sourcery began as an in-house newsletter while O’Shea worked at early-stage venture firms. What started as a side project gradually attracted a loyal following of founders and investors, eventually evolving into a public-facing platform. As interest grew, so did O’Shea’s profile, particularly after her move into podcasting, where long-form conversations offered listeners a deeper look into how tech leaders think about power, markets, and the future.

Her approach has sparked debate. Critics argue that O’Shea doesn’t press her guests hard enough, but she’s clear about her intention: the show is designed as an information resource for investors, not a courtroom cross-examination. That philosophy has resonated with her audience, many of whom value access and insight over confrontation.