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Sep 20, 2024 • 50min

#65: Instagram, YouTube and the Kids

Explore the challenges of climbing the Grand Teton and the thrill of achieving record times. Discover Instagram's new measures for teen safety and the tech industry's increasing accountability. Delve into YouTube's exciting 'hype' feature for creators and how it changes content monetization. Examine e-commerce dynamics involving Amazon and Temu, with concerns over safety and regulatory loopholes. Plus, enjoy insights on new parenting tech solutions and innovative approaches to community engagement in a remote work world.
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Sep 13, 2024 • 1h 1min

#64: Meta vs. Apple: the Future of Open vs. Closed Tech

Dive into a lively discussion about Apple's potential move into health tech with innovative products like AI-integrated CPAP devices. Explore the rivalry between Apple and Meta as they navigate open and closed tech ecosystems. Hear insights on MrBeast's rise as a new BuzzFeed, comparing unique content strategies and monetization models. The hosts tackle the complexities of the creator economy, highlighting challenges faced by platforms like Stripe and the importance of building authentic audience relationships. Plus, laugh along with humorous stories from networking adventures.
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Sep 6, 2024 • 53min

#63: 'Nasty' Founder Mode

The discussion dives into the concept of 'founder mode' and its implications for startups, exploring how founders balance control and delegation. It contrasts the management styles of Airbnb and Uber, revealing the complexities of organizational structures. A humorous look at AI competition highlights the rivalry between tech giants while touching on the quirky intersection of parenting and tech. Expect insights that blend ambition in business with the challenges of personal life, all wrapped in a witty, engaging banter.
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Aug 30, 2024 • 56min

#62: Telegram, Free Speech and Its Limits

Dive into the cultural whirlwind of Burning Man and its impact on modern society, exploring the clash of authenticity and digital overload. The conversation shifts to the complexities of free speech and encrypted platforms like Telegram, where personal freedom meets the challenges of content moderation. There's a lively discussion on the political landscape, touching on censorship issues surrounding COVID-19 and the implications of a proposed unrealized gains tax. Plus, enjoy some light-hearted moments with music quizzes and personal anecdotes.
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Aug 23, 2024 • 1h 3min

#61: The Venture Capital Reset Era

The discussion kicks off with a humorous look at the venture capital landscape, highlighting the successes and struggles of investors. As cities like Miami and Nashville become relocation hotspots, cultural attitudes toward productivity are explored. Amusing anecdotes flow around high-protein milk searches for kids and the latest health trends. With a focus on the recent venture capital reset, the speakers tackle funding challenges, the importance of resilient investments, and even the tempting future of technology. Personal stories add laughter amidst serious insights.
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Aug 16, 2024 • 60min

#60: Body Futurism and Why Gen Z is Ditching Tech

Susan Wojcicki, the former CEO of YouTube, shares her insights into the tech industry's evolving landscape. The discussion dives into why Gen Z is increasingly embracing body futurism and prioritizing authentic experiences over digital connections. Wojcicki reflects on remote work dynamics and how long tenures in leadership influence company culture. The conversation also highlights the shift from tech-centric ideals to a focus on health and community, illustrating a growing demand for real-life engagement in a digital age.
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Aug 9, 2024 • 58min

#59: Google: Can it Outrun Regulation?

Dive into a lively discussion on tech regulation and Lena Khan’s influence on innovation and acquisitions. Explore the impact of memes and social media on public events, with anecdotes blending humor and social observations. Discover the complexities of online pricing and the challenges facing tech giants like Google amidst recent antitrust rulings. The conversation also shifts to women's fitness, examining the latest science on strength training and nutrition tailored for women, all while sharing light-hearted personal stories.
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Aug 2, 2024 • 1h 7min

#58: The Death of Friends

The conversation kicks off with summer shenanigans and an online Harvard forum's growth. Hear insights on navigating social dynamics in academia and the challenges of monetizing AI tech. Discover innovative personal AI companions reshaping connections, while society grapples with loneliness. The discussion touches on the decline of effective communication amidst tech overload and the ethical dilemmas of data use. Plus, there are amusing Olympic highlights and the complexities of streaming sports, all intertwined with pop culture.
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Jul 26, 2024 • 57min

#57: Zuckerberg’s Open Source AI Manifesto

Discussion on Trump's funding from Elon Musk, election updates, wildfires in the West, political skepticism, tech speculation, centralization vs. decentralization in tech, providing server resources to startups, Supreme in street culture, Meta's expansion, social media engagement on politics, NFL & Taylor Swift, and diverse topics and recommendations.
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Jul 19, 2024 • 45min

#56: Trump and the PayPal Mafia

Exploring the influence of the PayPal Mafia in today's political realm, contrasting Trump and Biden's tech policies. Discussing the lack of support for Biden among tech leaders, potential tech deals, and excitement over the Olympics. Sharing anecdotes from a Kilimanjaro climb and insights on job choices for exceptional individuals.

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