

Podcasting, crypto and favorite finds with Acquired’s Ben Gilbert & David Rosenthal | E1337
Dec 2, 2021
Ben Gilbert and David Rosenthal, co-hosts of Acquired.FM, dive into their favorite podcast moments and intriguing insights on startup valuations and cryptocurrency. They humorously share pandemic anecdotes and discuss the evolution of subscription models in podcasting. The duo examines the uncharted territory of crypto investments, concerns over inflated valuations, and the importance of community engagement. Their conversation weaves through personal growth, media creation, and the complexities of friendship in political discussions, making for a lively and insightful exploration.
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Unrealized Crypto Value
- Most crypto valuations are unrealized and unrealizable due to low liquidity.
- A large portion of crypto's value exists only on paper, with no actual market to support it.
Sacks's Cabo Retreat
- Jason Calacanis recounts a story about David Sacks's pandemic-induced Cabo retreat.
- Calacanis had to retrieve him, comparing the situation to Apocalypse Now.
Weight Loss Tip
- Jason Calacanis lost weight by reducing to 1.5 meals/day and researching weight loss.
- The body fights against weight loss, but breaking through is key.