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E1153: Dave Portnoy on the business of Barstool, talent acquisition, Call Her Daddy controversy & more

This Week in Startups

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Navigating Opportunities in Business and Comedy

This chapter explores the benefits of discipline and debt-free operation in business, including unexpected opportunities that arise along the journey. It touches on the evolution of the NBA and gambling, the humorous identity of Barstool, and critiques of cancel culture and public perception in comedy. Additionally, the speakers share personal anecdotes about navigating modern sensitivities in language and the shift from sports betting to stock trading during the pandemic.

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