Airbnb of Experiences

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We introduced flexible dates and that that has actually changed the interface of Airbnb. And we started to see the length of stay go up. People kept saying add cars, add boats, add this. I was getting pitched as an angel. You've only really added one major category experiences. What was the thinking there in terms of you really said no to almost everything? We have a ton of market share to grab. Let's just double down and really focus on making great travel experiences.

Joe Gebbia joins Jason to discuss the early days of Airbnb, gaining traction, persevering through the “no’s,” and functional design. (2:09) They also discuss gaining customer trust and Airbnb’s incredible COVID turnaround. (21:17) Joe wraps the show by breaking down his new venture, Samara. (45:05)

(0:00) Jason kicks off the show

(2:09) Airbnb’s first sign of traction

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(10:04) Persevering through the “no’s,” and functional design

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(21:17) Gaining customer trust

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(32:17) Airbnb’s incredible COVID turnaround

(45:05) Joe’s new startup Samara

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