Diggnation Live in Austin Texas: Old Rivals, New Vision

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Mar 10, 2025

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In a lively reunion, Jason Calacanis, a digital entrepreneur, shares his insights on the evolving tech landscape. Tim Ferriss, celebrated author and podcaster, dives into the impact of psychedelics on mental health. Alexis Ohanian, Reddit's co-founder, discusses the future of online communities and AI, reflecting on the friendly rivalry with Digg. Chris Sacca, an early Twitter investor, joins in the fun as they all celebrate Digg's revival, blending nostalgia with modern ambitions in the tech world.

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Netscape vs. Digg

Kevin Rose bought Netscape.com to compete with Digg.
Jason Calacanis, the owner of Netscape, joins the podcast.

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Digg's Early Days

Jason Calacanis tried to buy Digg for $1 million when Kevin Rose was young.
Rose used the term sheet to raise a funding round instead.

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Self-Driving Cars

Self-driving technology is rapidly advancing.
Widespread adoption will transform transportation within the next few years.

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Celebrating the relaunch of digg.com with a vibrant live show in Austin, Texas, Kevin Rose and Alex Albrecht welcomed a lineup of influential guests in a pivotal episode. The gathering brought together figures like tech entrepreneur Jason Calacanis [0:07:58], venture capitalist Chris Sacca [0:23:13], author and podcaster Tim Ferriss [0:40:54], and Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian [1:02:58] to reflect on the digital landscape and the resurgence of Digg. This special event underscored the return of a significant platform in the evolution of online communities. The conversations throughout the show highlighted the legacy of Digg and the future aspirations for the relaunched platform, emphasizing its continued relevance in the current digital era.

📚 Time Code Markers
00:00:00 • Intro
00:02:30 • Diggnation's History and Live Streaming
00:07:58 • Surprise Guest: Jason Calacanis Arrives
00:13:44 • Remembering Tony Shea
00:16:15 • Psychedelics, Mental Health, and Tim Ferriss's Impact
00:18:12 • Future of Technology: Self-Driving Cars and AI
00:24:29 • Generational Differences and "FSD Club"
00:31:54 • Stevie Wonder Encounter Story
00:36:38 • Banter and the Tim Ferriss "Ass-less Chaps" Story
00:40:54 • Introduction of Special Guest: Tim Ferriss
00:52:56 • Tim Ferriss Announces "Coyote" Game
01:02:58 • Surprise Guest: Alexis Ohanian Joins
01:06:53 • Digg vs. Reddit: Past Rivalry and Present Friendship
01:12:39 • Alexis Ohanian on the Future of Online Communities and AI
01:17:27 • Reflecting on Community Building and Future Collaboration
01:23:17 • Final Remarks and Show End

📢 Top Stories

Diggnation Live at South by Southwest
Kevin Rose and Alex Albrecht host a live Diggnation episode in Austin, Texas, sharing their journey and engaging with the audience.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/diggnation-friends-live-tickets-1108798438979

Kevin Rose Reflects on Diggnation's Legacy
Kevin and Alex discuss the impact of Diggnation, joking about creating a generation of alcoholics and the evolution of their careers.
https://www.kevinrose.com

Pacific Palisades Fire Impact on Kevin Rose
A serious note as Jason Calacanis acknowledges the impact of the LA fires on Kevin Rose's home, expressing relief for Kevin's safety.
https://protos.com/home-of-moonbirds-founder-kevin-rose-destroyed-by-la-wildfires/

Solid State Battery Road Test Begins
Mercedes starts road testing solid-state batteries, promising a 620-mile charge range.
https://electricdrives.tv/mercedes-benz-begins-road-testing-of-solid-state-battery-ev/

The Future of Self-Driving Cars
Insights into the evolution of electric and self-driving vehicles, highlighting Tesla, Waymo, and the impact on the future of transportation.
https://www.automate.org/robotics/news/the-future-of-transportation-autonomous-vehicles-and-machine-learning

👥 People Mentioned

Kevin Rose
Co-founder of Digg and co-host of Diggnation.
https://digg.com

Alex Albrecht
Co-host of Diggnation and tech enthusiast.
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1395403/

Jason Calacanis
Entrepreneur and host of the "All In" podcast, guest appearance on Diggnation.
https://www.allinpodcast.co/

Tim Ferriss
Author of "Tools of Titans" and podcaster, a long-time friend of Kevin and Alex.
https://tim.blog/

Chris Sacca
Investor and entrepreneur, early investor in Twitter (now X).
https://twitter.com/sacca

Alexis Ohanian
Former Co-founder of Reddit.
https://www.instagram.com/alexisohanian

🛠️ Products and Tech Highlights

IKEA
Furniture and home goods retailer.
https://www.ikea.com

Diggnation
digg.com

Digg
https://digg.com

Tesla
Electric vehicles, including Model X, Model S, and Roadster.
https://www.tesla.com

Mercedes
Automotive manufacturer.
https://www.mercedes-benz.com

Waymo
Self-driving technology/service.
https://waymo.com

NVIDIA
Graphics card manufacturer.
https://www.nvidia.com

Uber
Ride-sharing service.
https://www.uber.com

BYD
Chinese automotive manufacturer.
https://www.byd.com

DoorDash
Delivery service.
https://www.doordash.com

Amazon
E-commerce and cloud computing company.
https://www.amazon.com

Zoox
Self-driving technology company.
https://zoox.com

Lyft
Ride-sharing service.
https://www.lyft.com

Foursquare
Location-based social networking service.
https://foursquare.com

Gowalla
Former location-based social networking service.
https://gowalla.com

YouTube
Video-sharing platform.
https://www.youtube.com

Ozempic
Medication.
https://www.ozempic.com

Twitter / X
Social media platform.
https://twitter.com

Tim Ferriss Podcast
Podcast hosted by Tim Ferriss.
https://tim.blog/podcast

Reddit
Social media platform.
https://www.reddit.com

Walmart
Retail corporation.
https://www.walmart.com

Target
Retail corporation.
https://www.target.com

Exploding Kittens
Card game publisher.
https://www.explodingkittens.com

WhatsApp
Messaging app.
https://www.whatsapp.com

Komo Siqueila
Tequila brand, likely a humorous mispronunciation or reference to Chris Sacca's tequila.
https://komos.com/

Ford
Automotive manufacturer, mentioned humorously.
https://www.ford.com

Photoshop
Image editing software.
https://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop.html

Figma
Interface design software.
https://www.figma.com

Athletic Brewing Company
Non-alcoholic craft beer.
https://athleticbrewing.com

NVIDIA GeForce RTX Series
Graphics processing units.
https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/geforce/graphics-cards/rtx-40-series/

🎥 Movies and Shows Mentioned

Wayne's World
Comedy film inspired by the SNL sketch.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0105793/

Jackass
Media franchise known for its stunt-based films.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0322802/

Candyman
Horror film about an urban legend.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0103919/

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