The New Founding Podcast Lana del Rey and the Vibe Shift - Katherine Boyle | #36
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Mar 9, 2024 
Topics discussed include the Vibe Shift in ideologies, D.C. vs Silicon Valley perspectives, Lana Del Rey's influence, the value of seriousness in tech reporting, the future of journalism, and advice for young founders.
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Vibe Shift
- The "vibe shift" in Silicon Valley is a surprising change in how people discuss national interests and building.
- Factors like COVID, the war in Ukraine, and Elon Musk buying Twitter contributed to this shift.
D.C. vs. Silicon Valley
- Katherine Boyle's interest in American dynamism stems from her experience in Washington D.C., where diverse perspectives are common.
- Silicon Valley, in contrast, was previously a monoculture with limited acceptable ideas.
Incentive Structures
- Washington D.C. fosters macro thinkers focused on zero-sum games, while Silicon Valley prioritizes micro focus and positive-sum outcomes.
- This difference in incentive structures contributes to the disconnect between the two cultures.