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Tech Bros Deserve Love Too This Christmas, with Valentina

Dec 18, 2025
As Christmas approaches, a fun discussion unfolds about what to buy tech bros. From skincare and productivity tools to extravagant gadgets like RTX 5090 GPUs, they explore unique gift ideas. Valentina introduces AI-assisted shopping, showcasing personalized recommendations for high-end gear. The hosts also reflect on the social dynamics of San Francisco and the holiday travel habits of tech folks. Overall, it's a lighthearted mix of holiday shopping dilemmas and the quirks of the tech world.
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ADVICE

Prioritize Practical Gifts Over Hype

  • Buy practical, high-quality items for founders like skincare, deodorant, or sleep tech to improve daily life.
  • Prioritize durable upgrades over flashy, performative gadgets that collect dust.
ANECDOTE

Tech Bro Apartment Imagery

  • Jayden paints a recurring image of a stereotypical tech bro apartment with no bed frame and a camper chair.
  • The 1X Neo robot stands lifeless in the corner as a symbol of hollow tech spectacle.
ADVICE

Gift Subscriptions And Tools People Use

  • Consider gifting useful subscriptions or tools like Superpower or Cursor Pro to boost productivity.
  • Set a reasonable price range and confirm product reviews before buying.
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