First Jason and Molly break down the reactions from big tech companies to the Russia / Ukraine conflict (2:22), then we showcase our Startup of the Day, Backbone which is innovating in mobile gaming (51:41). Then Jason does an amazing interview with investor Joel Greenblatt, where we discuss increasing public market participation, strategies for finding value, taxes and more (1:05:50).
(00:00) Jason and Molly intro today’s DOUBLE episode, Ukraine, Tech companies and Russia sanctions, Startup of the day Backbone, Interview with investor Joel Greenblatt
(02:22) What tech companies should do in response to Russia invading Ukraine
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(13:50) Tech companies and Russia sanctions continued
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(22:51) Sanctions aren’t the perfect response because there isn’t one
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(31:35) Apple needs to decide what to do in Russia
(51:41) Startup of the day: Backbone
(01:05:50) Jason interviews investor Joel Greenblatt
(01:25:10) Joel talks about the long term effects of having so many young, new market participants
(01:59:12) Joel’s thoughts on minimum taxes and tax loopholes
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