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Feb 27, 2024 • 33min

Aaron White (Vendr, ProfitWell) Riffs on the Future of AI 🤖

Aaron White discusses the future of AI and the rapid pace of development, emphasizing the importance of foresight in decision making. Topics include the concept of the singularity, AI-generated content, and challenges in information compression and communication.
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Feb 5, 2024 • 57min

Season 2 Preview: Advancing Your Product Career in an AI World [Live Taping]

The hosts discuss career growth in an AI world, emphasizing the importance of broad and deep skill sets. They explore the role of product strategy and customer insights in the context of advancements in AI. Learning AI and coding through project-based approaches are discussed, as well as transitioning to a leadership role in product management. Unlocking customer insights and the value of data analysis are also highlighted.
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Jan 3, 2024 • 46min

Andrew Chen (a16z) Unveils Lessons from Gaming: The Power of Community, Creativity, and Storytelling

Andrew Chen, General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz, discusses lessons from gaming and the power of community, creativity, and storytelling. Topics include emerging growth channels, the significance of organic traffic and brand affinity, and the revitalization of the gaming industry. The podcast also explores trends in marketing channels, the impact of spam and SMS, and the importance of storytelling and company culture in B2B software.
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Dec 26, 2023 • 42min

Andrew Chen’s (a16z) 2024 Predictions: The Future of Product, Growth, and AI

Andrew Chen, General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz, predicts the future of product, growth, and AI in this Season Finale of Unsolicited Feedback. Topics include the challenges and growth of AI experiences, predictions for 2024 including IPOs and AI breakthroughs, the changing landscape of product management, and the potential of AI companions as new growth channels.
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Dec 12, 2023 • 1h 1min

Meghan Keaney Anderson (Jasper) & Mary Sheehan (Author) Cut Through the AI Clutter While Contextualizing the Latest From Google’s Gemini

Product marketing experts Meghan Keaney Anderson and Mary Sheehan discuss how to navigate the clutter of AI and contextualize Google's Gemini updates. They explore tackling crowded markets, strategies for standing out in AI chaos, and effective marketing strategies for targeting busy working moms. They also emphasize the importance of employee storytelling and question the attribution of expertise based on social media followings in the marketing industry.
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Dec 5, 2023 • 1h 46min

Nabeel Hyatt's (Spark Capital) Lessons from His 2023 Wrapped, Midjourney's Unique Growth Loops, and Google's AI Crisis.

Nabeel Hyatt, GP at Spark Capital, reflects on what he looks for in founders. They breakdown Midjouney's unconventional growth model, and discuss the SEO Heist and its implications for Google's future.
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Nov 28, 2023 • 1h 12min

Chris Savage (Wistia) Analyzes InVision's Downfall, Reviews Humane’s Product Reveal, and Discusses the OpenAI Drama

Chris Savage, Co-Founder & CEO of Wistia, discusses InVision's downfall, critiques Humane's product reveal, and dives into the OpenAI drama. He also shares his excitement for Ro.am, a new product. Topics include competition between InVision and Figma, incorporating AI technology into Wistia's platform, and the advantages of Rome as a virtual headquarters for remote teams.
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Nov 21, 2023 • 1h 19min

Laura Schaffer (Amplitude) Dissects Cameo's Rise and Fall; Plus New Benchmarks for Companies in 2024

Laura Schaffer, VP of Growth at Amplitude, joins Brian Balfour and Casey Winters to discuss the rise and fall of Cameo. They analyze its violations of marketplace patterns, misattribution of growth, and challenges during the pandemic. They also explore the challenges of layering self-serve into sales-led, personalization in customer experiences, and convergence of public and private company metrics.
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Nov 14, 2023 • 1h 30min

Cem Kansu (Duolingo) Analyzes the Implications of OpenAI's DevDay and Airbnb's Release Strategy

Cem Kansu, VP of Product at Duolingo, analyzes OpenAI's DevDay and Airbnb's release strategy. They discuss Duolingo's expansion into math and music, the implications of OpenAI's GPT store, and the challenges of customization and monetization in the GPT ecosystem.
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Nov 9, 2023 • 1h 20min

Austin Hay (Ramp) Examines What's Next for HubSpot's Newest Acquisition, Clearbit; Plus a Defense of Freemium

Renowned marketing technology expert, Austin Hay, discusses HubSpot's acquisition of Clearbit. They delve into the consolidation trend in the industry, challenges of integration, and the potential areas of expansion for HubSpot. They also explore the struggles faced by Clearbit, challenges of data enrichment and AI applications in sales and marketing, the value of proprietary datasets, freemium pricing drawbacks, and considerations for offering a product for free.

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