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Apr 6, 2025 • 34min

Naval Ravikant Ruined My Life

The hosts share their enjoyment of grocery shopping, highlighting its power to strengthen relationships. They humorously discuss their speech patterns, while offering insights on confident communication. Creative approaches to podcasting are explored, comparing storytelling techniques across various platforms. Delving into Naval Ravikant's philosophy, they reflect on identity, decision-making, and seizing opportunities. A witty exploration of time management in grocery shopping leads to absurd anecdotes, including a comical cheese-theft incident and thoughts on fitness habits.
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Apr 6, 2025 • 35min

Why I Chose Brown Over Stanford

Episode #330 with Henry and Dylan(0:00) - Intro(1:17) - The Mike Trout Foul Ball Saga(3:02) - Feral Human Instinct at Baseball Games(7:05) - Baby Habachi Reactions & Reels Addiction(11:57) - The Art of Ambling in SF(14:31) - San Francisco's Startup Energy(18:54) - Evan Spiegel’s Genius Design Moves(22:44) - Stanford Vibes & Dropout Culture(29:33) - Why I Chose Brown Over Stanford(34:04) - Social Entrepreneurship & Cringy Teen DecisionsRecorded April 1, 2025
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Mar 24, 2025 • 30min

Hiring a Unicorn iOS Developer

Episode #329 with Henry and DylanWatch on Youtube & SubscribeWatch Henry's last Youtube video(00:00) Podcast intro struggles(01:45) Unexpected golf meetup(02:22) Coping with stress through sports(03:34) Food poisoning experience(07:28) Discovering nightlife and friend group conflict(12:39) Hiring process and candidate traits(15:44) Challenges in selecting the right developer(16:57) Frontend vs. backend debate(20:38) Potential hackathon hiring approach(21:54) Evaluating code quality and technical skillsRecorded March 21, 2025
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Mar 16, 2025 • 30min

We’re Building the Next Duolingo..

Episode #328 with Henry and DylanWatch on Youtube & SubscribeWatch Henry's last Youtube video(00:00) Sickness update(01:11) Yes Man mentality(02:11) Weeklong birthday celebrations(04:58) Dating older women debate(07:02) Younger vs. older dating(09:03) Spongebob changes(10:15) New Spongebob vs. original(12:11) Work struggles(13:26) Brain Blast game development(23:40) Hiring challenge and CTA issuesRecorded March 13, 2025
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Mar 14, 2025 • 21min

How Saying 'Yes' Changed My Life

Exploring the vibrant sounds of Tate McRae and Bruno Mars, the hosts dive into the exhilarating journey of adopting a 'Yes Man' mindset. They share personal stories that highlight the impact of saying 'yes' on social life and adventurous pursuits like rock climbing. The conversation shifts to whimsical moments in parenting, revealing the joy and chaos of engaging with young children. Through laughter and reflection, they discuss the transformative power of openness and the beauty of viewing life through a child’s eyes.
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Feb 26, 2025 • 20min

I’m a ‘Yes Man’ Now

Episode #326 with Henry and DylanWatch on Youtube & SubscribeWatch Henry's last Youtube video(00:00) Weekend reflections(01:31) Work vs. not work mindset(02:10) Sunday scaries vs. awesomes(03:31) Hockey tournament weekend(05:23) Flat tire adventure(07:09) BMX curb jumping lesson(08:16) Social vs. solo weekends(09:32) Shifting to a "yes" mindset(13:03) Saying yes improves relationships(16:57) Extending conversationsRecorded February 24, 2025
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Feb 20, 2025 • 28min

I Am Mr. Bea(s)t

Episode #325 with Henry and DylanWatch on Youtube & SubscribeWatch Henry's last Youtube video(00:00) Podcast evolution(01:58) Haircut struggles(03:09) Talent management(04:38) Mr. Beat vs. Mr. Beast(07:02) Brand deals strategy(09:26) Content creation workflow(10:36) Training team members(14:18) Remote vs. in-person work(17:53) SAT study insights(21:54) Understanding foundationsRecorded February 14, 2025
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Feb 19, 2025 • 49min

Our New 21 Year Old CEO

Episode #324 with Henry and DylanWatch on Youtube & SubscribeWatch Henry's last Youtube video(00:00) Introduction to Krishna(01:21) Future Admit - SAT Prep Startup(02:57) Growth via Social Media(06:16) Meeting in Person(07:37) Clipped - Scaling & Loans(09:31) $100M Future Admit Vision(12:21) Making Learning Fun(20:55) Entrepreneurship vs. Traditional Jobs(34:15) Future Plans & Expansion(42:40) Smart Nonsense MissionRecorded February 13, 2025
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Feb 18, 2025 • 20min

Learning Is Fun

Dive into a light-hearted reflection on late-night bar adventures and the chaos of busy schedules. The hosts humorously tackle their SAT prep with makeshift solutions, while they rediscover the joy in learning, especially in math. They explore how school can stifle curiosity and share their fascination with math history. Valentine's Day plans are redefined with a focus on simplicity over extravagance, highlighting their experiences with social dynamics in bars. It’s a blend of education, fun, and personal anecdotes!
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Feb 13, 2025 • 17min

We Try and Stay Positive

Episode #322 with Henry and DylanWatch on Youtube & SubscribeWatch Henry's last Youtube video(00:00) Intro(01:15) Super Bowl talk(02:48) Criticism of live rap(05:38) AI sentiment analysis(06:19) Trail mix chocolate theft(08:34) Ice hockey enforcer kid(09:45) Kid’s birthday decree(12:57) Podcast editorial correction(14:41) Biking with sticky throttle(16:18) Clashing with old ladyRecorded February 10, 2025

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