Run the Numbers An Unholy Alliance
Aug 9, 2025
Dive into a riveting exploration of notorious alliances, from Whitey Bulger's connections with the FBI to the surprising ties between AI companies and venture capitalists. Discover how massive capital fuels AI innovation, similar to historical mobster dynamics. The discussion shines a light on Anthropic's recent valuation surge, reflecting the lucrative dance between tech and finance. Along the way, learn about an AI-first ERP solution that's transforming modern finance, making heavy tasks feel effortless.
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Started In Parents' Basement
- CJ Gustafson started Mostly Metrics from his parents' basement in December 2020.
- He still records there and jokes about the nostalgic clutter.
Basement Relics And Nostalgia
- CJ describes finding a VCR still plugged into the wall and his dad's nostalgia for old movies.
- He uses the bit as a playful segue into the episode's main topic.
Whitey Bulger Thesis
- CJ wrote his senior thesis on Whitey Bulger and FBI agent John Connolly at Boston College.
- He frames their relationship as a marriage of convenience where both benefited.
