Podcast 'VIVA VC' by Chronicle Adapted into a Book, Released May 22
The book based on the podcast 'VIVA VC', titled 'Why I Can't Quit Venture Capital', is released. Author Osamu Iwasawa shares the reality of VC.
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- 📰 Published: May 22, 2026 at 18:00
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## Adaptation of the Popular Podcast Produced by Podcast Studio Chronicle
The podcast program 'VIVA VC', produced by the podcast production label 'Podcast Studio Chronicle', has been adapted into a book. Authored by the program's MC, Osamu Iwasawa, Representative Director of Firstlight Capital, the book is titled 'Why I Can't Quit Venture Capital: The Reality of Entrepreneurship and Money Only Investors Know'. It is being released through internet bookstores on May 22, 2026, and will be available in bookstores nationwide starting May 24.
## 'VIVA VC' – Gaining Strong Support from Business Professionals
'VIVA VC' is a program where an active venture capitalist provides an honest account of the thought processes behind startup investment decisions, fund operations, and working alongside entrepreneurs—areas previously considered a 'black box'. In March 2026, it reached number one in the 'Entrepreneurship' category on Apple Podcast, attracting listeners with strong intellectual curiosity. This book version condenses and expands upon the program's content, featuring vivid episodes not covered in the show and the author's experience as he enters his eighth year of VC management, told like a road movie. This is a prime example of how podcasts can evolve from simple audio content into long-term intellectual assets.
## About the Author Osamu Iwasawa and Firstlight Capital
Author Osamu Iwasawa, born in 1982, focuses on seed and early-stage startups with the theme of 'creating new industries for a shrinking society'. After gaining experience at Lehman Brothers and Uzabase, he founded Firstlight Capital in 2018. The firm's key areas of investment include AI, SaaS, physical AI, regional infrastructure, and crisis management, having invested in numerous promising startups. The company plans to continue challenging societal issues in Japan through growth support for startups.
The podcast program 'VIVA VC', produced by the podcast production label 'Podcast Studio Chronicle', has been adapted into a book. Authored by the program's MC, Osamu Iwasawa, Representative Director of Firstlight Capital, the book is titled 'Why I Can't Quit Venture Capital: The Reality of Entrepreneurship and Money Only Investors Know'. It is being released through internet bookstores on May 22, 2026, and will be available in bookstores nationwide starting May 24.
## 'VIVA VC' – Gaining Strong Support from Business Professionals
'VIVA VC' is a program where an active venture capitalist provides an honest account of the thought processes behind startup investment decisions, fund operations, and working alongside entrepreneurs—areas previously considered a 'black box'. In March 2026, it reached number one in the 'Entrepreneurship' category on Apple Podcast, attracting listeners with strong intellectual curiosity. This book version condenses and expands upon the program's content, featuring vivid episodes not covered in the show and the author's experience as he enters his eighth year of VC management, told like a road movie. This is a prime example of how podcasts can evolve from simple audio content into long-term intellectual assets.
## About the Author Osamu Iwasawa and Firstlight Capital
Author Osamu Iwasawa, born in 1982, focuses on seed and early-stage startups with the theme of 'creating new industries for a shrinking society'. After gaining experience at Lehman Brothers and Uzabase, he founded Firstlight Capital in 2018. The firm's key areas of investment include AI, SaaS, physical AI, regional infrastructure, and crisis management, having invested in numerous promising startups. The company plans to continue challenging societal issues in Japan through growth support for startups.
FAQ
Where can I listen to 'VIVA VC'?
It is available on major platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcast, and Amazon Music.
What does the book cover?
It contains essence from the show, added personal episodes, and deep insights into the venture capital industry and startups.
What is Firstlight Capital?
A venture capital firm investing in early-stage startups within AI, SaaS, and regional infrastructure fields.