Exploring the challenges of managing cap tables in private companies and how Carta's software streamlines the process, including digitizing stock certificates and utilizing eSignatures. Also touching upon the affordability of Carta for startups.
(0:00) Bestie intros! Friedberg's jumper
(1:21) US and its allies strike Houthi targets in Yemen
(16:24) Markets: Q1 rate cut looks unlikely, December CPI print slightly hot, soft landing in jeopardy?
(29:46) Carta's mistake, why verticalized SaaS tools could be in trouble, Chamath's 8090 incubator
(51:02) Why and how Sacks is taking on Slack, where Carta went wrong with founders
(1:05:17) DEI debate: cultural significance, real solutions, Motte-and-bailey