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First Time Founders with Ed Elson – The Story of Reddit

The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway

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From Food Delivery to Reddit: The Founding Journey

This chapter recounts the early days of Reddit, focusing on the founders' initial concept of a food delivery app and the pivotal moments that led to the creation of the platform. It highlights the importance of team dynamics over initial ideas and reflects on the challenges faced during the startup's journey, including an acquisition and a return to address content moderation issues. The narrative emphasizes the transition from idealism to a pragmatic business approach, underscoring the necessity of balancing community ideals with sustainable business practices.

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