All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg E130: DeSantis's Twitter Spaces, debt ceiling, Nvidia rips, state of VC, startup failure & more
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May 26, 2023 The podcast dives into Ron DeSantis's eventful Twitter Spaces presidential launch, revealing the technical glitches and media frenzy surrounding it. The discussion addresses the looming U.S. debt ceiling crisis and the staggering $2 trillion deficit, highlighting the need for greater accountability. Nvidia's impressive growth amidst AI demands is explored, as well as Adobe's controversial acquisition of Figma. Lastly, entrepreneurs share their survival stories in Silicon Valley's tough landscape, emphasizing resilience in the face of high failure rates.
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DeSantis's Twitter Spaces Launch
- DeSantis's campaign launch on Twitter Spaces faced technical issues, restarting on David Sacks's account.
- Despite this, the event garnered significant attention, demonstrating the potential of alternative media platforms.
Traditional Media's Reaction
- Traditional media outlets negatively framed DeSantis's Twitter Spaces launch due to technical difficulties.
- This reaction highlights their aversion to Elon Musk's disruption and free speech platform.
Engaging with Critics
- DeSantis should engage with critics and opposing viewpoints in future Twitter Spaces.
- This approach, similar to Trump's CNN town hall, could broaden his appeal.