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Nov 13, 2025 Dive into the hilarity of a low-budget launch video that has everyone talking. Explore the dark side of rage-baiting as a product strategy and its potential long-term repercussions for startups. Discover if there's real substance behind a controversial marketing stunt and the advice being shared with young founders. Tune in for insights on fund returns, competitive dynamics in tech giants, and the quirky world of expressive robots. This quick listen is packed with thought-provoking discussions and some light-hearted banter!
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Watching The Chad IDE Launch Clip
- Jordy and the hosts watched Chad IDE's low-budget launch video and found it funny but troubling.
- They observed gambling, swag, and Gen Z-style shock tactics in the clip rather than clear product value.
When Rage Becomes Product Strategy
- Rage-baiting moved from marketing stunt to product strategy in some startups and that shift is dangerous.
- Building controversy into product design invites active sabotage from investors, talent, and customers.
Reputation Leaks From One Viral Investment
- YC's brand and the funds that back founders matter for recruiting investors, talent, and customers.
- Controversial portfolio companies can tarnish reputation disproportionately because they get outsized attention.