How I Built This with Guy Raz Wondery: Hernan Lopez
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Dec 11, 2023 Hernan Lopez, the founder of Wondery, shares his remarkable journey from a television executive at Fox to a podcast pioneer. He discusses the challenges of building a podcast network in a skeptical industry and the success of shows like 'Dirty John.' Hernan reflects on moments of resilience, including turning down a $25 million buyout, and highlights the importance of storytelling in his transition. He also delves into personal struggles with identity and his commitment to mentoring young professionals, showcasing how hard work intersects with opportunity.
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Childhood and Inspiration
- Hernan Lopez grew up during Argentina's military dictatorship and transitioned to democracy at 13.
- He realized he was gay amidst the AIDS crisis, inspiring his media career.
Accent Reduction
- Address communication barriers like accents to ensure your ideas are understood and credited.
- Hernan Lopez credits accent reduction classes for his C-suite success at Fox.
Podcasts as the "TiVo of Audio"
- The invention of TiVo enabled the golden age of television, allowing for complex, serialized storytelling.
- Similarly, podcasts represent a "TiVo moment" for audio, enabling evergreen content and in-depth narratives.
