{"href":"https://api.simplecast.com/oembed?url=https%3A%2F%2Fa16z.simplecast.com%2Fepisodes%2Fthe-olympics-of-talent-frances-tech-boom-zcp9XAiK","width":444,"version":"1.0","type":"rich","title":"The Olympics of Talent: France's Tech Boom","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/cb3cb63d-d719-41f5-ba00-eb0980ab6359/3c8424b6-aa41-4b63-a1d4-ec0945237442/a16z-pod-the-tech-behind-the-olympics-1080x1080-2.jpg","thumbnail_height":300,"provider_url":"https://simplecast.com","provider_name":"Simplecast","html":"<iframe src=\"https://player.simplecast.com/e69898b1-a8d7-44bf-a056-83de3f74a049\" height=\"200\" width=\"100%\" title=\"The Olympics of Talent: France&apos;s Tech Boom\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"></iframe>","height":200,"description":"Once criticized for lacking ambition, French founders are now aiming to create the world’s largest companies. With a thriving ecosystem attracting talent from across Europe and the US, France is becoming a major player on the global stage.\n\nIn this episode, we cover the unique advantages of building startups in France. Roxanne Varza, Director of Station F; Antoine Martin, co-founder of Amo and Zenly; and Brian Kim, a16z consumer partner, discuss the key factors driving this transformation, including infrastructure, community, and government support.\n\nDiscover how international talent, a supportive community, and robust governmental backing are propelling France’s startup scene. This episode is filled with insights into why France is now an exciting place to build a startup."}