In this episode, Molly O'Shea speaks with Cyan Banister and Lee Jacobs to discuss the unique investment strategy of Long Journey Ventures, focusing on their ethos of 'Magically Weird.' Their investments include breakout companies like SpaceX, Uber, Anduril, Crusoe, Notion, DeepMind, Loom, Postmates, and more. We explore how they build a community of independent thinkers, create memorable events, and foster authentic connections among founders.
"We're looking for misfits, free thinking people." - Cyan
The conversation also goes deep on the rise of spirituality, the importance of aligning profit with purpose, and the shift in venture capital sentiment, highlighting the cynicism among founders and investors. The dialogue culminates in reflections on the future of startups and the significance of community and shared values in achieving meaningful success.
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