Steve Jang

Founder and managing partner at Kindred Ventures, an early-stage venture capital fund based in San Francisco. A top-ranked venture capitalist with expertise in technology and Asian markets.

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Nov 29, 2023 • 2h 33min

#707: Live from South Korea — Steve Jang on Korea’s Exploding “Soft Power,” The Poverty-to-Power Playbook, K-Pop, “Han” Energy, Must-See Movies, Export Economies, and Much More

Steve Jang, founder of Kindred Ventures and a top-ranked venture capitalist, dives into South Korea's cultural renaissance. He discusses the explosive growth of K-Pop and its role in global soft power. Jang shares insights on Korea's historical evolution from war-torn nation to vibrant cultural hub, the emotional weight of family reunions, and the significance of films like 'Parasite.' He also explores the duality of 'Han' and 'Jung' in Korean culture, and touches on effective techniques for learning the Korean language.

Mar 4, 2024 • 1h 2min

So You Wanna … Be a Seed-Stage Investor? With Steve Jang

Seed-stage investor Steve Jang discusses his background, early investments, Korean culture, and tech's unintended impacts. Insights on Korean cuisine, regional food exploration, Korean-Japanese fusion, and tech's influence on dining. Exploring technology revolution through platforms like Spotify, YouTube, Netflix, and Uber.