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Sebastian Mallaby

Senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations and author of "Power Law: Venture Capital and the Making of the New Future."

Top 5 podcasts with Sebastian Mallaby

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42 snips
Apr 11, 2022 • 53min

Sebastian Mallaby – The Making of the New Future in Venture, Venture is Eating the Investment World 14 (Capital Allocators, EP.245) 

Sebastian Mallaby, a renowned expert in venture capital and a Paul A. Volcker senior fellow for international economics, shares insights from his latest book, exploring the venture industry's evolution and its profound impact on innovation. He discusses the crucial roles of mentorship and networking in fostering startup success, and reveals challenges like the industry's gender gap. Mallaby also reflects on the lessons from his writing journey and emphasizes the importance of focusing on personal passions for deeper fulfillment in work.
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Sep 1, 2022 • 1h 9min

The Definitive History of VC with "Power Law" author Sebastian Mallaby | E1550

Sebastian Mallaby, author of "Power Law" and a senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, explores pivotal moments in venture capital history. He discusses the 'youth revolt' in startups, highlighting Zuckerberg's choice to bypass Sequoia. He contrasts Kleiner Perkins' rise and fall with Sequoia's sustained success, and delves into characteristics of legendary VCs. Mallaby also examines institutional investors' growing interest in VC and the shifting landscape of tech investments, revealing insights that shape today's venture capital dynamics.
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Apr 18, 2024 • 1h 15min

Sebastian Mallaby

Sebastian Mallaby, CFR fellow, delves into business journalism, EMH, private vs public markets, liquidity premium, investor specialization, VC vs hedge funds, decision making at the Fed, Powell's role, and Fed's political independence in an insightful discussion.
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Nov 21, 2024 • 24min

What Elon Musk gains from a friend in the White House

In this discussion, Gideon Rachman talks with Sebastian Mallaby, author of The Power Law and a Senior Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations. They explore Elon Musk's strategic alignment with Donald Trump, considering what this political partnership offers Musk and his ventures. Topics include the shifting ideological landscape in tech, the growing discontent in Silicon Valley regarding taxation, and how potential tariffs on electric vehicles could bolster Tesla's position. The conversation reveals the intricate dance of power, politics, and business that Musk navigates.
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Feb 9, 2022 • 56min

Sebastian Mallaby on Venture Capital

Sebastian Mallaby, a Senior Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations and author of "Power Law," dives into the fascinating world of venture capital. He discusses why the industry's skills remain elusive, the biotech sector's potential despite regulatory hurdles, and the enduring dominance of Silicon Valley. Mallaby contrasts East and West Coast investment strategies, shares insights from Peter Thiel about the power law, and reflects on Japan's economic future amid global shifts. His deep understanding unveils the complex dynamics of capital and innovation.