Unsolicited Feedback
Brian Balfour & Fareed Mosavat
Tired of interview podcasts? Us too. That's why we created Unsolicited Feedback - the podcast that should have come out 5 years ago, but we're making it anyway. In this podcast, Brian Balfour (Reforge, HubSpot), Fareed Mosavat (Reforge, Slack) and friends provide unfiltered feedback on the products they actually use, along with key product lessons.Essentially, we're taking the conversations that happen between experts at invite-only happy-hours and delivering them to the podcast platform of your choice.Although no one asked for their opinions, they're sharing them. It's like eating Goodles when you want Kraft Mac n Cheese, or Olipop when you want Pepsi - it feels wrong, yet so right.Each week, they analyze recent announcements, features, and releases across product and growth. The hosts make predictions about where Threads and Twitter will be in a year, and analyze unparalleled growth loops at LinkedIn. They give respect where it's due, but also deliver tear-downs when the writing’s on the wall. Sorry, not sorry!
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May 7, 2024 • 54min
Building ChatPRD and 🌶️ Takes on the Future of Product Management in the AI-Era w/ Claire Vo
Claire Vo, CPO of LaunchDarkly and founder of ChatPRD, discusses the future of product management in the AI era. Topics include rethinking the 'No' mantra, leveraging ChatPRD for efficiency, challenges of building AI products, accessibility of software engineering for PMs, impact of low friction analytics, and efficiency in organizational design.
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May 2, 2024 • 58min
Critiquing Disney's Strategic Moves & Bundling Choices; Navigating the Future of Streaming w/ Mariah Muscato
Join Fareed Mosavat and Mariah Muscato, a Director of Product at HubSpot, as they discuss Disney's strategic moves, bundle choices, and the future of streaming services. They delve into Disney's transition to technology, battles with activist investors, perfect bundling principles, pricing strategies, and the impact on platforms like YouTube. The conversation covers the evolution of Disney Plus, the streaming wars, and speculations on the future direction of Disney Plus and its competitors.
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Apr 30, 2024 • 27min
Tinder's New Safety Feature Delivers More Than Just Security w/ Mariah Muscato
Director of Product at HubSpot, Mariah Muscato, discusses Tinder's new safety feature 'Share My Date' on a podcast. They delve into the impact on user safety, potential for broader user groups, and evolving dating behaviors like non-monogamy. The conversation also explores future app functionalities, user engagements, and the complexities of online dating algorithms.
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Apr 25, 2024 • 27min
Feedback on Humane, Limitless, and AirChat: Positioning and Strategy Insights w/ Kieran Flanagan
CMO Kieran Flanagan discusses product launches of Humane AI, Limitless, and AirChat. They explore market entry complexities, brand positioning, timing for MVP launches, insights on product strategy, challenges of product launches, branding impact, and the future of audio-centric software interactions.
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Apr 23, 2024 • 57min
The New AI Marketing Playbook Amid Google's Stumbles w/ Kieran Flanagan
Former CMO of Zapier and now leading marketing and AI initiatives at HubSpot, Kieran Flanagan discusses the future of AI in marketing. He challenges Google's adaptability, highlights four pillars of his AI Marketing Playbook: Personalization, PLG 2.0, Multimodal Focus, Creator Partnerships, and gives spicy feedback to Google. The talk dives into the impact and revolution of AI in marketing and emphasizes tailored user experiences in the evolving landscape.
Apr 18, 2024 • 41min
Product Lessons from Netflix's "Big Vape: The Rise and Fall of Juul" with Penelope Talbot-Kelly
Product expert Penelope Talbot-Kelly joins the podcast to dissect Netflix's 'Big Vape: The Rise and Fall of Juul.' The conversation covers AI trends, tech job market dynamics, employee experiences, and ethical decision-making. Insights extend beyond e-cigarettes to essential issues for all tech firms.
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Apr 16, 2024 • 49min
Analyzing Google's Rumored HubSpot Buy & The Future of CRMs w/ Penelope Talbot-Kelly & Austin Hay
Penelope Talbot-Kelly and Austin Hays discuss the potential Google-HubSpot acquisition and its impact on the CRM landscape, exploring enhanced user experiences, intelligence integration, challenges of cultural integration, and transformative CRM possibilities. They also delve into the strategic implications for business operations and market creation.
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Apr 9, 2024 • 1h 5min
Erik Allebest of Chess.com: Transforming a Niche Business into a Global Phenomenon
Erik Allebest, CEO of Chess.com, discusses how Chess.com leverages AI to revolutionize the game while confronting challenges like cheating. The podcast explores the intersection of technology, human behavior, and ethics in online chess, providing insights into innovation, user engagement, and growth strategy.
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Apr 4, 2024 • 41min
Kipp Bodnar on Marketing Experiments at HubSpot and Harnessing HeyGen to Improve Conversion
Marketing experimentation expert Kipp Bodnar from HubSpot discusses the rise of Martech tools, the role of AI in marketing, and the potential of HeyGen for improving conversion rates. The conversation touches on AI tools, distribution channels, challenges in digital marketing, and the impact of AI video technology on marketing strategies.
Apr 2, 2024 • 26min
Kipp Bodnar on LinkedIn's Gamification Gambit - Game On or Game Over?
HubSpot CMO Kipp Bodnar, along with the hosts, discusses LinkedIn's venture into in-app games and the mixed reactions it has sparked. They dive into the concept of gamification on LinkedIn, its alignment with the platform's goals, and the potential impact on user engagement. The episode also explores the company's strategies for expanding its reach to non-professional workers worldwide.
