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Jul 16, 2024 • 1h 25min

The Little Tech Agenda: Biden vs. Trump

The podcast discusses the comparison between Trump and Biden's policies on Little Tech, explores the future of blockchain, crypto, and AI, and examines how tax policies can impact startups. They also touch on the recent assassination attempt on Trump and reveal their preferred candidate for election.
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Jun 28, 2024 • 1h 45min

Marc Andreessen on Building Netscape & the Birth of the Browser

Marc Andreessen, co-founder of a16z and creator of Netscape, shares the untold story of Netscape's creation, the fierce browser competition, and the importance of an open internet. Topics include Marc's early life, his journey into technology, the development of Mosaic, and the legal battles that ensued. The podcast also discusses the broader implications of Netscape's success, lessons learned in tech, and the significance of fostering innovation in academic environments.
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May 20, 2024 • 59min

The Future of the American Dream

Exploring the foundations and challenges of the American Dream, from home ownership to community values. Discussing the impact of technology on revolutionizing American life and culture. Delving into historical roots, societal shifts, and the interconnectedness of home and freedom. Analyzing rising costs in housing, education, and healthcare, along with potential solutions. Envisioning a future where technology reshapes societal constructs and offers new opportunities for self-actualization.
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May 16, 2024 • 1h 15min

AI, Robotics & the Future of Manufacturing

In this podcast, Marc and Ben discuss the criteria for selecting a CEO, the potential for chip startups, incorporating AI in robotics, and how America can regain its manufacturing position. They also touch on leadership diversity at Boeing, the future of AI and energy innovations, and the challenges faced by hardware companies. Additionally, the podcast explores low-cost power data centers for AI, the role of AI in nursing, and the integration of AI in robotics for manufacturing.
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May 9, 2024 • 1h 15min

Build Your Startup With AI

The Ben & Marc Show features a16z co-founders Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz discussing how small AI startups can compete with Big Tech, reasons why data is overrated, and comparing the AI boom to the internet boom. They cover topics like building foundation models, AI application in business, the evolving AI landscape, AI revolution in travel and healthcare, and the dark side of capitalism in tech companies.
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May 1, 2024 • 1h 16min

Startup Building: Challenges & Opportunities

Listen to Ben Horowitz from a16z discuss organizational design for startups post-COVID, lore around layoffs, future of customer service, benefits of nicotine, Ozempic, CEO understanding, remote work challenges, productivity hurdles, AI innovation, state migration impact, tax complexities, retail tech, historical insights on consumption trends, weight loss drugs' impact on fertility, looming crisis in regional banks' real estate loans.
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Apr 24, 2024 • 1h 14min

Building Startups: Major Shifts in Tech & Culture

Ben & Marc discuss tech disruptions, city problems, and the future of work post-COVID. Topics include declines in trust, wealth transfers, and the impact of automation on jobs. They also explore productivity in remote work, HR practices, and maintaining company culture in hybrid environments.
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Apr 3, 2024 • 1h 46min

Politics & the Future of Tech

Join Ben & Marc in a lively discussion on tech regulation and policy, the conflict between 'Big Tech' and positive technological future, decentralized AI, and the critical point of American innovation. Plus, they answer questions from X and explore various viewpoints on tech policies and regulations.
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Feb 28, 2024 • 1h 32min

Future of Crypto, Blockchain & Web3 w/ Chris Dixon

Discussing the future of crypto, blockchain, and Web3 with Chris Dixon. Evolution of the internet, AI's role in crypto, and Web3's political ideology. Empowering users through Web3 platforms. Government control over tech, AI integration with blockchain. Bitcoin's store of value, Web3 movement's ideology, and tech's impact on future politics.
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Feb 1, 2024 • 1h 28min

Higher Education Crisis: Ask Us Anything!

In this podcast, Ben Horowitz and Marc Andreessen discuss the merits of a Harvard education versus a Thiel Fellowship, the benefits of trade schools, and the future of universities. They also explore the impact of AI on education and the shifting landscape of higher education, including the rise of homeschool pods and the challenges faced by adjunct professors.

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