How I Built This with Guy Raz Live Episode! Clubhouse: Paul Davison and Rohan Seth
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May 6, 2021 Paul Davison and Rohan Seth, co-founders of Clubhouse, dive into their unexpected journey back into the social media landscape after previous ventures. They discuss how the pandemic sparked demand for live audio conversations, leading to the launch of Clubhouse. The pair reveal their complementary skills and the highs and lows of startup challenges. Additionally, they reflect on the complexities of promoting community engagement and moderating content within a rapidly evolving platform, highlighting the importance of authentic connections in today's digital age.
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Parallel Lives
- Paul Davison and Rohan Seth, Clubhouse co-founders, surprisingly discovered their parallel lives.
- Both attended Stanford, worked at Google, and built acquired social media apps.
Stanford Startup Buzz
- Paul Davison recalls Brian Chesky asking about his pants for Bonobos and a classmate's dilemma about leaving Facebook.
- These anecdotes highlight the exciting startup environment at Stanford.
Highlight's Serendipitous Vision
- Highlight, Paul Davison's previous app, notified users about nearby people with shared connections or interests.
- It aimed to facilitate serendipitous meetups, but raised privacy concerns.