Ep3: CultTech and scaling creativity with startups

This episode is about the real experience of going through the CultTech accelerator and our viewpoints on the future of art and media. Michael Fiorentino sits down with Sofia Prieto and Alejandra to talk about what the program actually feels like, what kinds of startups get in, and why it matters for a better world. CultTech supports the creator economy by helping founders build tools that make creative work more accessible. We discuss a lot about AI, remix culture, and what it means to be a better creator with the tech we have now. You’ll also hear the real story behind the rebrand, from calling it Vixtape to launching Ambistream. It started as a video mixtape and because of some controversy it turned into something else. There’s a lot in here about blending genres, remixing formats, and what happens when people from different creative backgrounds build something together. If you’re into art, media, and the tools behind it all, you’ll get something out of this one.

📍 Chapters

00:00 Introduction

00:15 Overview of CultTech Accelerator

05:45 Importance of Accessibility in Art

10:30 Startups in the Creative Space

15:00 The Role of Technology in Art

20:00 Selection Criteria for Startups

25:30 Community and Mentorship at CultTech

30:00 Future of Media and Technology