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Every year at Cannes Lions, the advertising world takes stock of itself — what's working, what's not, and what it's pretending not to notice. Autodesk CMO Dara Treseder joins Rapid Response live from the festival to cut through the noise. She breaks down the industry's complicated relationship with AI, weighs in on the hottest and most overrated campaigns of the year including sharp takes on Nike, Adidas, and Starbucks, and explains why the path from CMO to CEO is suddenly the most interesting career move in business. Treseder also gets candid about the brand of Elon Musk post-IPO, what Autodesk's $350 million investment in the next generation of workers actually signals, and what separates a brand collaboration that breaks through from one that just breaks.Visit the Rapid Response website here: https://www.rapidresponseshow.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stanford, Loopt, and Y Combinator. Guest Author: Keach Hagey. Altman's career accelerated at Stanford, where he dropped out to co-found Loopt, a pioneering location-tracking startup. Although Loopt achieved visibility—including a famous appearance at an Apple event alongside Steve Jobs—it was financially a disappointment, selling for parts after the 2008 crisis. Following a period of global "backpacking" and self-reflection, Altman discovered his "superpower" in investing, mentored by Peter Thiel. By 2014, he became the president of Y Combinator, overseeing massive successes like Airbnb and Stripe. Influenced by a visit to SpaceX, Altman adopted Elon Musk's "missionary" approach, viewing startups as world-changing missions rather than mere businesses. During this time, he also championed radical social concepts like Georgism and Universal Basic Income (UBI), writing extensively on how mass AI equity could eventually be shared to restructure society. 3JANUARY 1941

Anthropic and OpenAI's plans to go public have set off waves of speculation about the ripple effects, and how they'll stack up to the SpaceX IPO. What's really driving the value of these companies? Does the timing of the IPOs matter? How might they impact the AI startup ecosystem?To process all this, Pioneers of AI phones a friend: Reid Hoffman. As co-founder of LinkedIn and Manas AI, a longtime Microsoft board member, investor in OpenAI and Anthropic, and so much more, Reid offers his take on the AI investing landscape. Rana and Reid break down the IPO headlines, sovereign wealth fund proposals for AI, and what's defensible in AI today. Learn more about Pioneers of AI: http://pioneersof.ai/Follow Pioneers of AI on all channels: https://linktr.ee/pioneersofaiSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Colorado State Capitol Building opened its doors in November 1894. A grand neo-classical monument in the West, it used local materials to capture some of the feel of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. Over the decades it's become, like many statehouses across the country, a trove of artwork, history and curiosities. The building is also the frequent site of protests, rallies, celebrations and a variety of other public events, a “People's House,” if you will. In this repeat episode of Purplish, which first published last fall, we shift the conversation from the consequential laws and debates that happen in the state's seat of power to the building itself. CPR's Bente Birkeland and Stephanie Wolf travel from top to bottom to explore what's on its walls and in its halls — and phone a friend for a rare look into what's down below the basement. Their reporting reveals that the building, and its many collections, open up bigger conversations, not just about history but about the state right now. Read more of our reporting: CPR News: Portrait donated by White House will hang temporarily in capitol where painting Trump despised used to be CPR News: Should Colorado Display A Rediscovered Portrait Of Its KKK Governor? Rocky Mountain Community Radio: How a wonky radiator helped uncover the Capitol's bygone glory Denverite: Meet the ‘Bloody Espinosas' and other Colorado Capitol legends on these free ghost tours Purplish is produced by CPR News and the Capitol News Alliance, a collaboration between KUNC News, Colorado Public Radio, Rocky Mountain PBS, and The Colorado Sun, and shared with Rocky Mountain Community Radio and other news organizations across the state. Startup funding for the Alliance was provided, in part, by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.Sound design and engineering by Shane Rumsey. The theme music is by Brad Turner. Other music in this episode is courtesy of Blue Dot Sessions. Megan Verlee is CPR News' executive producer of podcasts.

Jared Bell never planned to own a fencing business. He took a summer job at Butte Fence in 1994, liked the work, and decided to skip college and stay. Thirteen years later, he bought out a partner and took over day-to-day operations—just in time for the Great Recession. The company survived that challenge and has gone on to thrive, but not by following a conventional growth playbook. Bell has expanded the business by repeatedly asking a simple question: Why buy from a supplier when we can do it better ourselves? Over the years, Butte Fence has developed new products, configured more efficient processes, and steadily moved upstream, turning vendors into competitors and creating entirely new businesses along the way. In our conversation, Bell explains how that strategy evolved, what it takes to pull it off, and how a small business can identify opportunities hiding in its own supply chain.

"Coca is to cocaine what potatoes are to vodka" — Dr. Andrew Weil and Wade Davis on the health benefits, sacred history, and unjust prohibition of the most misunderstood plant on Earth.Dr. Andrew Weil is a pioneer in integrative medicine and founder of the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona, where he holds the Lovell-Jones Endowed Chair and serves as Clinical Professor of Medicine and Professor of Public Health.Wade Davis is an ethnographer, writer, photographer, and filmmaker. From 2014 to 2024 he served as Professor of Anthropology and BC Leadership Chair in Cultures and Ecosystems at Risk at the University of British Columbia, and from 2000 to 2013 as Explorer-in-Residence at the National Geographic Society.Connect with the Beneficial Plant Research Association (BPRA): Website (scroll down to donate) | Coca Leaf Research | Coca Leaf Documentary | Coca Leaf RetreatThis episode is brought to you by:Incogni, which automatically removes your personal data from the web, helping shield you from fraud, scams, and identity theft: Incogni.com/Tim (use code TIM at checkout and get 60% off an annual plan)Maui Nui Venison​ delicious, nutrient-dense, and responsible red meat: https://mauinuivenison.com/tim5-Bullet Friday, my very own free email newsletter: https://tim.blog/fridayTimestamps:[00:00:00] Start.[00:02:38] When coca tea cured my brutal altitude sickness in Chile.[00:04:01] Andy meets coca, 1965: the Andes' master medicine for gut, energy, mood, metabolism.[00:06:20] 14 alkaloids, one scapegoat.[00:07:11] The paradox: one remedy for both diarrhea and constipation.[00:11:37] 8,000 years, zero addiction — and the 1975 study no one wanted to run.[00:13:11] Eradication began 60 years before there was a cocaine problem.[00:16:27] Two nations inside Peru: alcohol versus coca.[00:17:05] The 1950 UN commission that dictated coca policy by pseudoscience, fear, and racism.[00:18:10] Filed beside fentanyl and heroin; 250,000 families and the price of peace.[00:20:03] What coca actually feels like: milder than half a coffee, no crash, no withdrawal.[00:24:19] Decoupling the leaf from the cartels; why crop substitution is a fantasy.[00:25:54] Domesticated three times; the accident of Schedule II.[00:27:49] The sacred leaf: k'intu, cruceta, Pachamama, runakuna.[00:31:11] Hayo in the Sierra Nevada, and Latin America's most-denied gift.[00:32:53] The wedge in the door: demand, the FDA, and an entrepreneur's gold mine.[00:40:22] The story coca deserves — a film, green powders, and one good study.[00:43:12] Monkey mind, the tax of consciousness, and an 84th birthday on coca.[00:47:35] Who to fund: McCurdy and the hunt for legal leaves.[00:49:17] Could coca treat cocaine addiction? Cost, and NIDA's timing.[00:53:18] "Green cocaine" at the airport: coca is to cocaine as potatoes are to vodka.[00:56:58] A 24-hour ritual run powered entirely by coca.[00:59:07] Why two men gave their careers to one leaf — and the pharmaceutical body count.[01:06:22] America's legal cocaine capital, and Coke's secret recipe.[01:09:08] No accident: the hideous prose behind laws we still obey.[01:15:42] Parting thoughts.*For show notes and past guests on The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast.For deals from sponsors of The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast-sponsorsSign up for Tim's email newsletter (5-Bullet Friday) at tim.blog/friday.For transcripts of episodes, go to tim.blog/transcripts.Discover Tim's books: tim.blog/books.Follow Tim:Twitter: twitter.com/tferriss Instagram: instagram.com/timferrissYouTube: youtube.com/timferrissFacebook: facebook.com/timferriss LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/timferrissSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Care.com is the digital marketplace that connects caregiving professionals with people who need help with kids, seniors, pets, and more. It's the market leader in an area where the need is constantly growing. Host Jeff Berman talks with CEO Brad Wilson about how companies can create more loyal employees by supporting caregiving, why the future of work needs to be flexible, how he's leading through transformational technology change at the company, and more.Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: https://mastersofscale.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Private Innovation and Infrastructure Challenges in Space. Guest: Bob Zimmerman. SpaceX successfully defeated legal challenges in Texas while NASA's aging infrastructure faces funding gaps and restrictive laws. Meanwhile, private startups like Katalyst are attempting robotic satellite rescues, signaling a shift toward a capitalist model in space operations as government agencies struggle with delays and inefficiencies. 151930

Brian O'Connor spent three years building a 40,000-person Twitter following, launched product after product into that audience, and made almost nothing. The turning point came when he stopped looking for clever ideas and started running a boring business where product market fit already exists. He wrote down everyone he knew, sent texts, and sold $20K of recruiting services off a single Google Doc in two weeks. Today he runs TalentHQ, a recruiting agency placing Latin American project managers into US businesses — built nomadically with a co-founder, now operating with a team of two plus AI. In this conversation: why reach and revenue have almost nothing to do with each other, how he turned a podcast into his primary acquisition channel, and what it actually looks like to build a service business from scratch in 2026. Guest: Brian O'Connor, Founder of Talent HQ Sponsor: wayfront.com/tmba Thanks to this week's sponsor Wayfront — the AI-ready operating system for productized agencies. One client portal. One team dashboard. All your data, AI-accessible. TMBA listeners get an extra free month on top of the trial at wayfront.com/tmba. Links: Business Resources Upcoming DC Events

Enrico Palmerino is the Founder and CEO of Botkeeper, an AI-powered bookkeeping automation platform that helps accounting firms streamline and scale client accounting services. Under his leadership, Botkeeper developed Infinite, its core AI-powered platform for accounting firms, which was later acquired by Xendoo. Enrico leads Botkeeper's mission to help accounting professionals automate manual tasks, improve accuracy, and build more scalable practices. He previously co-owned SmartBooks and co-founded ThinkLite, and he also serves on the board of Fidelity Bank, has advised Geisel Software, and is an investor and advisor to several tech companies.  In this episode… AI is transforming accounting, but the biggest shift is not just faster software — it is a new way for firms to serve clients, manage capacity, and stay competitive. As demand for bookkeeping rises and accounting talent becomes harder to find, how can firms use automation without sacrificing trust, accuracy, or control? Enrico Palmerino, a serial entrepreneur and accounting technology innovator, believes AI should help firms scale their expertise rather than replace it. He highlights how Botkeeper evolved from solving his own bookkeeping pain points into a platform that helps accounting firms automate categorizations, reconciliations, journal entries, document workflows, and practice visibility. By moving from direct SMB services to a firm-focused model, Botkeeper gave accountants a way to improve margins, reduce manual work, and support more clients without overloading their teams. Enrico also explains why adoption depends on trust, showing firms that AI can strengthen client service while preserving ownership of the relationship. In this episode of the Inspired Insider Podcast, Dr. Jeremy Weisz sits down with Enrico Palmerino, Founder and CEO of Botkeeper, to discuss AI, automation, and the shift in accounting firms. Enrico explains Botkeeper's move from SMBs to firms, how AI improves bookkeeping workflows, and why the Xendoo acquisition accelerated its roadmap. He also shares advice on pricing, profitability, and entrepreneurship.

This morning, former U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo launched RAISE US, an initiative to directly confront what she calls America's missing piece: a people strategy to match its technology strategy. Raimondo joins Rapid Response to explain how she built a $500 million war chest, secured bipartisan backing, and signed up launch partners from Bank of America to Anthropic before the ink was dry. She also makes the case against the two most popular answers to AI displacement — slowing down development and Universal Basic Income, and explains why neither will actually work. What will? A collective reinvention of how America trains, transitions, and values its workers. The window, she warns, is narrower than most people think.Visit the Rapid Response website here: https://www.rapidresponseshow.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What does it take for AI to matter inside a real operating business? Not as a demo, not as a dashboard, and not as a generic productivity tool — but as something that answers calls, reduces clicks, quotes freight, improves service, and helps people spend more time doing the work that actually moves the business forward.Today we're republishing an episode from The O.H.I.O. Fund Report with Mark Kvamme — co-founder, CEO, and CIO of The O.H.I.O. Fund — Peter Coratola, founder and CEO of EASE Logistics, and Andy Jenks, co-founder of JAKIB.ai.Together, they unpack one of the clearest examples we've seen of applied AI in Ohio: a service-heavy logistics business navigating a difficult freight market, partnering with an AI company to start small, solve real operational bottlenecks, and eventually build Amy — an AI layer embedded directly into how EASE works. They discuss track-and-trace calls, customer service, quoting, user adoption, CEO-level ownership, and why AI at its best may be less about replacing people and more about multiplying their output.So please enjoy this conversation with Mark Kvamme, Peter Coratola, and Andy Jenks.00:00 Introduction to the Ohio Fund and Ease Logistics05:12 Challenges in the Logistics Industry09:50 AI Transformation in Logistics13:55 First AI Project Implementation17:26 Integrating AI with Existing Systems20:12 User Adoption and Trust in AI23:20 Operational Efficiency and Cost Savings26:36 AI as a Knowledge Transfer Tool31:39 Lessons Learned in AI Implementation33:04 The Supercharged Engineer: AI's Impact on Productivity34:28 Empowering Non-Technical Users: AI for Everyone38:03 AI as a Multiplier: Enhancing Workforce Efficiency40:47 Customer-Centric AI: Transforming Client Interactions44:26 Mindset for AI Adoption: Insights for Business Leaders47:26 Evaluating Business Readiness for AI Implementation51:03 The Ohio Advantage: Why Midwestern Companies Thrive53:28 Future Predictions: The Next Big Leap in AI and Business-----LINKS:https://easelogistics.com/https://www.jakib.ai/https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-coratola-jrhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ajenks/https://www.linkedin.com/in/markkvamme/-----SPONSOR:Cerity PartnersCerity Partners, a full-service investment and wealth management firm serving high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, and business owners, is proud to sponsor Lay of The Land. The firm has local roots in Cleveland and across Ohio, and like this podcast, Cerity Partners advisors specialize in serving the interests of local entrepreneurs and business leaders. The firm's national presence means it can offer the resources and specialized knowledge of the largest institutions with the independence and service of a neighbor. The Cerity Partners Cleveland team understands the complexity that comes with wealth, and they adhere to fiduciary standards. Discover the financial lay of your land.Learn more at ceritypartners.com/NPR or call 216-464-6266.Roundstone InsuranceRoundstone Insurance is proud to sponsor Lay of The Land. Founder and CEO, Michael Schroeder, has committed full-year support for the podcast, recognizing its alignment with the company's passion for entrepreneurship, innovation, and community leadership.Headquartered in Rocky River, Ohio, Roundstone was founded in 2005 with a vision to deliver better healthcare outcomes at a more affordable cost. Over the past two decades, Roundstone has grown rapidly, creating nearly 200 jobs in Northeast Ohio. The company works closely with employers and benefits advisors to navigate the complexities of commercial health insurance and build custom plans that prioritize employee well-being over shareholder returns. By focusing on aligned incentives and better health outcomes, Roundstone is helping businesses save thousands in Per Employee Per Year healthcare costs. Roundstone Insurance — Built for entrepreneurs. Backed by innovation. Committed to Cleveland.Learn more at https://roundstoneinsurance.com/-----Stay up to date by signing up for Lay of The Land's weekly newsletter — sign up here: https://layoftheland.ck.page/5f0c1e28faConnect with Jeffrey Stern on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreypstern/Follow Lay of The Land on X @podlayofthelandhttps://www.jeffreys.page/

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Et si le CDI était en train de devenir le statut le plus risqué ?En moyenne un indépendant consacre 5 heures par semaine à sa propre formation. Un salarié, une journée par an.C'est ainsi que la transformation de l'IA est en train de creuser un fossé.D'un côté, une partie du marché du travail qui la subit, faute de temps pour s'en emparer.De l'autre, les freelances, plus agiles, directement confrontés aux nouveaux besoins des entreprises, qui l'embrassent.Vincent Huguet est au premier rang de cette transformation.Malt, sa plateforme de freelancing met en relation 1 million d'indépendants et 90.000 entreprises et sa place de leader européen lui permet de voir émerger les tendances avant tout le monde.En 2025, grâce aux 2,5 millions de recherches réalisées sur Malt, il observe l'explosion des besoins en cybersécurité, la multiplication par 60 de la demande pour les experts en agents IA, et la naissance de dizaines de nouveaux métiers.Sa conviction : l'IA ne détruit pas le travail, elle crée une nouvelle élite. Celle des profils capables de s'adapter en temps réel aux outils et de les déployer dans les organisations. Les meilleurs facturent déjà 2 000 € la journée.Dans cet échange sans filtre, on parle de ce qui se cache vraiment derrière le mot « déploiement », du métier de Forward Deployment Engineer qui obsède la Silicon Valley, de la place (inquiète ?) de l'humain entre deux IA, de la recette pour devenir un freelance ultra-attractif, et de la trajectoire d'une boîte qui fonce vers le milliard d'euros et l'introduction en Bourse.Un épisode avec un entrepreneur sincère et pragmatique, qui a monté sa boîte à 37 ans, sans filet, et qui pense qu'on est encore « à la préhistoire de l'IA ».Vous pouvez suivre Vincent sur LinkedIn.TIMELINE:00:00:00 : "Mes boîtes ont toujours eu pour objectif de connecter les gens"00:11:36 : Se lancer dans l'entrepreneuriat à 37 ans00:17:14 : Le combo magique Freelance + Agent(s) IA00:28:18 : Le phénomène des "Forward Deployment Engineers"00:34:59 : Vers un remplacement massif des bullshit jobs ?00:45:04 : Les 3 niveaux de déploiement de l'IA chez Malt00:55:47 : Devenir freelance star et facturer 2000€ la journée01:00:54 : Les profils les plus recherchés sur Malt en 202601:18:11 : L'inquiétude des juniors est-elle justifiée ?01:22:43 : "Tous les jours je conseille à des amis de passer en freelance"01:31:50 : La recette pour être un freelance ultra attractif01:38:17 : Développer son radar à IA pour apprécier la beauté des imperfections01:47:57 : 2 CEOs pour une entreprise, ça fonctionne ?01:53:05 : Passer de 200 millions à 1 milliard de chiffre d'affaires en 6 ans02:00:36 : La recette de Malt après 40 ouvertures de pays02:07:30 : Vers une IPO ou une revente ?02:11:51 : Apprendre à aller vite sur les choix difficiles02:17:41 : "Fais confiance à ton intuition"Les anciens épisodes de GDIY mentionnés : #122 - Vincent Huguet - Malt - Comment faire travailler plus de 170.000 freelances ?#353 - Stanislas Polu - Dust - La vérité sur ce que l'IA nous réserve#424 - Olivier Dellenbach - ChapsVision, eFront - Créer le Big Brother au grand cœur#297 - Adrien Labastire - Kessel - Faire 7 années d'études supérieures, puis percer sur YouTube#473 - VO - Brian Chesky - Airbnb - « We're just getting started »#473 - VF - Brian Chesky - Airbnb - « Après 17 ans, nous ne sommes qu'au début de notre histoire#354 - Alex Bouaziz - Deel - Fonder discrètement une décacorne valorisée à 12 milliards de dollars, pour devenir le plus gros DRH du monde#324 - Antoine Freysz - Kerala Ventures - Masterclass recrutement : la méthode pour s'entourer des meilleurs#470 - Maurice Lévy - Publicis - Faire de la publicité son empireNous avons parlé de :MaltMichael BloombergDustJean-Sylvain Chavanne de BZH HuntBZH HuntPalantirLe renseignement français prend ses distances avec la société américaine Palantir (Article France Info)Les Forward Deployed EngineerLa SaaSpocalypseOrso MédiaLe Malt Tech Trends 2026n8nNotebook LMLe switch, la newsletter de mon associé Chris qui met en lumière les outils tech Made In EuropeLe podcast de Radio France sur l'album "Unplugged" de NirvanaLe podcast “Naufragés”L'acquisition de Comatch par Malt en 2022Down Round définitionLes recommandations de lecture :The Hard Thing About Hard Things - Ben HorowitzLa méthode pour recruter les meilleurs - Antoine FreyszWho: The A Method for Hiring - Geoff SmartThe Geek Way - Andrew McAfeeUn grand MERCI à nos sponsors : Squarespace : https://squarespace.com/doitQonto: https://qonto.com/r/2i7tk9 Brevo: brevo.com/doit eToro: https://bit.ly/3GTSh0k Payfit: payfit.com Club Med : clubmed.frCuure : https://cuure.com/product-onely (code DOIT)Vous pouvez retrouver la liste de tout le matériel utilisé pour enregistrer nos épisodes sur cette page.Vous souhaitez sponsoriser Génération Do It Yourself ou nous proposer un partenariat ?Contactez mon label Orso Media via ce formulaire.Hébergé par Audiomeans. 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For more thoughts, clips, and updates, follow Avetis Antaplyan on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/avetisantaplyan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠In this solo episode of The Tech Leader's Playbook, Avetis Antaplyan explores one of the most overlooked yet critical leadership skills: decision-making. Drawing on insights from conversations with CEOs, CTOs, founders, professional athletes, Hall of Fame coaches, and executives from companies including Apple, Google, Amazon, National Geographic, and Radical Candor, Avetis breaks down what separates exceptional leaders from everyone else.He argues that leadership success is rarely about having perfect information, superior intelligence, or flawless strategy. Instead, the leaders who consistently create momentum are those who can make sound decisions despite uncertainty. Avetis shares practical frameworks used by high-performing leaders, including Amazon's "one-way door vs. two-way door" decision model, Jeff Bezos' regret minimization framework, and the importance of principle-based decision-making.The episode also examines how AI is changing the leadership landscape. While artificial intelligence can accelerate analysis and provide recommendations, Avetis explains why human judgment, accountability, and courage remain irreplaceable. Through real-world examples and actionable leadership lessons, he challenges listeners to identify the decisions they've been avoiding and take decisive action before delays become the real obstacle to progress.TakeawaysExceptional leaders distinguish themselves through decision-making, not intelligence alone.The greatest organizational threat is often indecision, not making the wrong decision.Most leadership decisions must be made with incomplete information.Leaders are paid for their ability to navigate uncertainty and create momentum.A mediocre decision made quickly often outperforms a perfect decision made too late.Amazon's "one-way door vs. two-way door" framework helps determine when to move fast and when to proceed carefully.Great leaders commit fully after making a decision rather than remaining trapped in doubt.Principle-based decision-making allows leaders to make consistent decisions faster.Technology leaders often make the mistake of optimizing for technical perfection instead of business outcomes.AI can provide information and recommendations, but accountability and judgment remain human responsibilities.When a decision is inevitable, delaying it often causes more damage than acting on it immediately.Chapters00:00 Why Decision-Making Separates Great Leaders01:12 The Myth of Intelligence and Leadership Success02:13 Why Indecision Damages Organizations03:25 Amazon's One-Way Door vs. Two-Way Door Framework04:38 Lessons from Hall of Fame Coach Dick Vermeil05:15 Radical Candor and the Courage to Act05:55 Technology Leaders and Business Outcomes06:30 Framework #1: Speed Over Perfection07:00 Framework #2: Regret Minimization08:00 Framework #3: Reversible vs. Irreversible Decisions08:55 Framework #4: Principle-Based Decision Making09:55 Why AI Makes Judgment More Valuable11:05 Creating Momentum Through Action11:40 The Decisions You're Avoiding Right Now12:10 When It's Inevitable, Make It Immediate12:45 Closing Thoughts and Final TakeawaysResources and Links:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.hireclout.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.podcast.hireclout.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/hirefasthireright⁠

Dynasty startups are not won by following ADP. They're won by understanding where value disappears.In this episode of The TDR Show, Kevin Coleman and Jay Stein break down the biggest dynasty startup tier cliffs at every position. Using current startup ADP, they identify where the elite quarterback tier ends, which running backs still possess league-winning upside, where wide receivers transition from franchise cornerstones to flex options, and whether tight end has become a six-player position.The conversation dives into some of the most important dynasty decisions managers face during startup season:

David protein bars went from startup to one of the hottest consumer products in America in under two years. But the ride has been anything but smooth. Founder and CEO Peter Rahal joins Rapid Response to talk about building a breakout brand through lawsuits, a Jeffrey Epstein association, and the kind of social media heat most companies would run from. Rahal also revisits his $600 million sale of RXBar to Kellogg and what he learned about keeping your edge after a defining win.Visit the Rapid Response website here: https://www.rapidresponseshow.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I sit down with my friend and fellow school dad Domingo Guerra to trace his entrepreneurial journey: from growing up in Mexico, to studying engineering at UT Austin, to co-founding the mobile cybersecurity company Appthority with my poker and softball buddy Kevin, to selling it to Symantec in 2018. Today, Domingo runs his own seed-stage venture fund focused on cybersecurity, called Chispa VC. It always fascinates me how people become entrepreneurs, given that most of us just go to college and get a job. I wanted to start a company myself for the longest time, but I chickened out after Goldman Sachs offered me a job out of William & Mary. It took me until 2009 to finally stop waiting for permission and build something of my own. Domingo's story is the version where you take the leap much sooner, and it's a great one. If you'd like to connect with Domingo, the easiest way is to reach out to him on LinkedIn. Related posts: Y Combinator Demo Day: The Quest To Invest In The Best Startups The Startup Grind Will Make You An AI Maximalist Subscribe To Financial Samurai Enjoy the show? Please subscribe to the Financial Samurai podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen, and leave a quick rating and review. Reviews genuinely help more people discover the show, and they only take a minute. It's the easiest way to support the podcast for free. And if you want my best insights on money, investing, and building wealth delivered straight to your inbox, join 60,000+ readers and sign up for my free weekly newsletter. I've been writing it every week since 2009, and it's still the best way to never miss a thing.

This week’s Pirate Street Journal episode covered three topics that, on the surface, seem unrelated: the SpaceX IPO and its acquisition of AI coding startup Cursor, the rise of plug-in solar panels for everyday consumers, and KFC’s ambitious brand overhaul. But at the end, each story carries a deeper lesson about how categories are born, how they grow, and what separates winners from everyone else. The Pirate Street Journal is a business show with a simple but provocative premise: the Wall Street Journal does not know how business really works. Not because its journalists are incompetent, but because mainstream business media obsesses over companies, products, and technologies while almost completely ignoring market categories. Hosted by Christopher Lochhead alongside Eddie and Bri, the show takes three major business stories each week and examines them through the category design lens. The result is a sharper, more useful read on what is actually happening in the economy and why it matters. You're listening to Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different. We are the real dialogue podcast for people with a different mind. So get your mind in a different place, and hey ho, let's go.   SpaceX Did Not Just Buy a Startup, It Bought a Category SpaceX went public last Friday, and by Tuesday it had become one of the five most valuable companies in America, surpassing Amazon with a market cap of roughly $2.5 trillion. Days later, SpaceX agreed to acquire Cursor, an AI coding startup founded by four MIT students in 2022, for $60 billion in stock. Cursor had been valued at around $29 billion just months earlier, so SpaceX effectively paid double almost overnight. Most coverage focused on the eye-popping price tag and the fact that Cursor has roughly 20 employees. But Christopher argues that framing misses the point entirely. SpaceX did not make a consolidation play, where a company in a mature market acquires a competitor to cut costs and grab market share. This was an acceleration play. What SpaceX purchased was the category king position in a brand new and rapidly growing software category: AI tools for building software with AI. Cursor’s founder called it a new type of software, and he meant it. SpaceX, which already owns the bottom of the AI infrastructure stack through its Colossus supercomputer and orbital data center ambitions, just bought its way into the top of that stack through applications.   Plug-In Solar Is Not a Green Hobby, It Is a New Category Forming in Real Time Over a million households in Germany have installed plug-in solar panels that hang from a balcony and connect directly to a wall outlet in under an hour. Each unit is capped at around 800 watts and costs roughly $500. In states like California and Hawaii, where electricity runs 30 to 40 cents per kilowatt-hour, the panels pay for themselves in three years or less. Nine US states have already legalized the technology, with more than 20 others working on similar legislation. Eddie points out that traditional rooftop solar remained a luxury product because of permitting costs and installation complexity. Stripping those barriers away creates a fundamentally different category: distributed, consumer-owned power sold at Costco prices. The real power here is the network effect. One household with solar panels feeding back into the grid is a novelty. One million households doing it is a functioning power plant. Ten million changes the entire economics of the American grid, reduces peak demand costs, and buys the country time while large-scale nuclear and orbital solar infrastructure are developed. As Christopher notes, when a category is designed to produce radical abundance and includes a network effect, the compounding impact becomes truly transformational.   KFC Is Trying a New Look, But the Real Problem Is the Category Model Underneath KFC operates more than 3,600 locations in the United States, which is actually more than Chick-fil-A. And yet Chick-fil-A generates roughly $7.5 million per store each year while KFC pulls in under $2 million, despite being closed every Sunday. KFC’s response is a sweeping rebrand: new sauces, a boba and shakes drink line, immersive restaurant screens, a new logo, and a redesigned loyalty program. Eddie explains that the three things that actually drive success in quick service restaurants are beverages, speed of service, and the drive-through. Some of KFC’s moves make sense on the beverage side, since margins on drinks are far higher than on food. But expanding the menu risks slowing down service, which undermines the entire premise of the category. The deeper issue is structural. KFC is owned by Yum Brands, which for years co-located KFC with Taco Bell, confusing both the consumer and the category. Chick-fil-A, by contrast, is private, has an extraordinarily selective operator model, and charges just $10,000 for a franchise because it is looking for missionaries rather than mercenaries. That ownership clarity and cultural alignment is what produces four times the revenue per store, and no amount of boba or new signage is likely to close that gap without addressing what is happening underneath the brand. To hear more from The Pirate Street Journal, download and listen to this episode. You can also read more Pirate Street Journal entries in the Category Pirates newsletter.   We hope you enjoyed this episode of Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different™! Christopher loves hearing from his listeners. 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Brandon & Jason and special guest Shaun Bradley host a 4 round devy mock draft. We share our picks and discuss the traits we like about our players. To support the podcast and learn more about becoming a NFL DRAFT BIG BOARDS subscriber, visit https://www.nfldraftbigboards.com. To contact Brandon email him at bjlejeune@gmail.com.  

This week on Catalyst, Tammy is joined by Cal Thompson, designer, product advisor, artist and mindfulness teacher with over 15 years of experience in human-centered design. Cal most recently served as VP of Product Design and Research at Headspace, where they led both a design team and a scientific research team through the company's expansion from a meditation app into a full mental health platform. Cal explains how growing up gay in the south impacted how they see design and makes a strong business case for incorporating accessibility into all products and designs. They also explore why the design toolkit is more critical in the AI era than ever before, and why vibe coding without domain expertise risks producing what Cal calls "feature slop." They also dig into the attention economy and how mindfulness is quietly becoming a radical act in a world engineered to capture your focus.Please note that the views expressed may not necessarily be those of NTT DATALinks: Cal Thompson Headspace Future London Academy Center for Humane TechnologyGreenway Institute Learn more about Launch by NTT DATASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Justin Smith-Lorenzetti, VP of Investments at Intact Private Capital, shares his journey from leading innovation initiatives within Intact Insurance to helping build a global investment platform managing more than $1.6 billion in assets. Drawing on lessons from investments across insurtech, mobility, AI, and financial services, he explains how Intact approaches startup and LP investing. Justin also offers practical advice for founders and investors, arguing that focus and conviction matter more than ever in today's AI-driven world. In this episode, you'll learn: [02:08] How Justin accidentally became a venture capitalist [06:55] How Intact Private Capital invests from idea to IPO [09:11] The evolution of insurtech over the last decade [11:26] Why Coterie and Shepherd stood out as investments [16:56] What Justin looks for in founders across every stage [20:23] Why founders choose investors—not the other way around [23:15] How Intact makes high-conviction investment decisions [25:17] What Justin looks for as an LP investing in venture funds [29:57] His advice for founders building in the AI era [32:17] What venture capital can do better The nonprofit organization Justin is passionate about: Lorenzetti Foundation About Justin Smith-Lorenzetti Justin Smith-Lorenzetti is VP of Investments at Intact Private Capital, where he oversees venture, growth, and fund investments across insurance, financial services, mobility, and emerging technology. Since helping launch Intact's venture investing activities more than a decade ago, he has backed companies ranging from Turo to leading insurtech startups. Justin is widely recognized as one of Canada's most active investors in the insurance technology ecosystem and serves on the boards of multiple venture-backed companies. About Intact Private Capital Intact Private Capital is the private investment arm of Intact Financial Corporation, one of North America's leading property and casualty insurance companies. The firm manages approximately $1.6 billion across venture capital, growth equity, and fund investment strategies. Leveraging Intact's deep industry expertise and global network, the team invests in companies across insurance, financial services, mobility, AI, and adjacent sectors, supporting founders from the earliest stages through IPO. Subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode.

David protein bars went from startup to one of the hottest consumer products in America in under two years. But the ride has been anything but smooth. Founder and CEO Peter Rahal joins Rapid Response to talk about building a breakout brand through lawsuits, a Jeffrey Epstein association, and the kind of social media heat most companies would run from. Rahal also revisits his $600 million sale of RXBar to Kellogg and what he learned about keeping your edge after a defining win.Visit the Rapid Response website here: https://www.rapidresponseshow.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The new pay transparency laws were designed to help job applicants and narrow pay disparities. But they've also had an unintended consequence: Employees now have far more information about what other people are making—and that can raise some uncomfortable questions for business owners. How do you decide what a job is worth? How much should you pay compared to the market? How much should employees know about what their co-workers earn? This week, Jay Goltz, Jennifer Kerhin, and Ted Wolf compare notes on compensation. Jennifer explains how her philosophy has evolved from offering below-market pay and maximum flexibility to providing competitive salaries, benefits, and career paths. Jay discusses the challenges of determining what employees are truly worth—and why a bad bonus plan can be worse than no bonus plan at all. Ted makes the case for paying above market—not because he wants superstars, but because he believes well-paid employees become more committed, more flexible, and ultimately, more productive.Along the way, they discuss paying for health insurance, contractors versus employees, hiring mistakes, and the sometimes overlooked reality that while employees crave stability, business owners are the ones taking the financial risks. The result is a candid conversation about one of the hardest questions business owners face: What is the right way to compensate the people who help build your company? Plus: How concerned would you be if your employees found out how much money you, as the owner, are taking out of the business?

במשך שנים עלתה ב-Startup for Startup השאלה למה לא להנגיש את התכנים והניסיון שנצבר בפרקים לקהל הגלובלי בכלל, ולעובדי מאנדיי ברחבי העולם בפרט. בעוד שהקלטה מחדש באנגלית דרשה משאבי זמן יקרים, והניסיונות להשתמש בשחקני קול אנושיים לא ממש עבדו, פריצת הדרך המשמעותית הגיעה בחודשים האחרונים כשיכולות ה-AI השתפרו פלאים. בפרק השבוע, דריה ורטהיים ורוני הרניב מציגות איך הן לקחו את הפודקאסט צעד אחד קדימה וגייסו את התוכנה Eleven Labs כדי לבצע לוקליזציה מלאה לתוכן, ישירות לתוך הגרסה הבינלאומית, Startup for Startup Global. האתגר המרכזי בפרויקט היה בעיקר טכנולוגי, אבל גם השמירה על האותנטיות, הטון והכוונה המקורית של השיחה מבלי שהתוצר יישמע מכני ומרוחק היוו משוכה. רוני ודריה מפרקות את הדילמות שליוו את התהליך, החל מהעלויות הגבוהות של הכלים והעבודה הסיזיפית של זיקוק התרגום, דרך התמודדות עם באגים, ועד להחלטה לוותר זמנית על שכפול קולות מסויימים למען יעילות תקציבית. מעל כל זה, הדגשנו שגם בעידן שבו ה-AI עושה קפיצות מטורפות, ה-human in the loop הוא המרכיב שקובע אם הפרק יצליח להעביר את הפאשן, הסאבטקסט והניואנסים המקצועיים. האזינו לפרקים שלנו באנגלית כאן או חפשו - Startup for Startup Global. איך הפרקים באנגלית נשמעים? כתבו לנו מה חשבתם! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Face it, "The Resumes" is officially dead, and generative AI just blew it to pieces. With 86% of hiring managers admitting that AI makes it too easy to fake skills on paper, corporate hiring is facing a massive identity crisis. The old way is broken—so what comes next? The Face-Off: In this fast-paced episode of HR's most dangerous podcast, host Chad Sowash moderates a high-stakes debate between two tech founders reshaping talent acquisition: Phuong Vu (CEO of Telexa): The advocate for the "skills-first" organization. Phuong argues that true skills-based hiring means moving away from static keyword libraries and focusing on real-world evidence, human adaptability, and transferable capabilities. Dr. Maya Huber (CEO of Tadio): The champion of performance intelligence. Maya warns that "skills hiring" will become an empty buzzword if we keep relying on old, text-based data. Her radical fix? Ditch applications entirely and have candidates try out the job through live simulations before they ever talk to a recruiter. Inside the Episode: Are companies treating employees like "disposable heroes" instead of upskilling them? Has "culture fit" just become a lazy excuse to hire people exactly like ourselves? How do you screen for technical skills when the technology changes faster than the workforce? The Bottom Line: Stop asking candidates what they claim they can do. Learn how to evaluate how they actually think, adapt, and execute. Listen now to find out who wins the duel.

What does it really take to build a food company from the ground up, raise capital, scale a team, and make difficult decisions when the market changes?In this episode of Owning Your Legacy, Brittany Chibe shares the honest story behind her journey from corporate food sales to entrepreneurship, including the launch and sale of Paleo Scavenger and her work as co-founder of Aquacultured Foods.Brittany discusses building a paleo snack brand from her home kitchen, growing into national distribution, learning the realities of co-manufacturing and retail margins, and why she chose not to bootstrap her next company.She also shares how Aquacultured Foods was created around a mission to develop sustainable alternative seafood, the process of raising pre-seed and seed capital, navigating food-tech regulation, working with acclaimed chefs, and bringing a novel product to market.But this is also a conversation about the harder side of entrepreneurship: fundraising in a difficult market, leading a team through uncertainty, managing runway, making layoffs, and deciding when it is time to wind down a company responsibly.Brittany reflects on the lessons she is carrying into her next chapter, including the importance of customer connection, clear accountability, sustainable leadership, and separating your identity from the business you build.Topics in this episode include:• Food entrepreneurship and CPG startups• Bootstrapping versus raising venture capital• Paleo Scavenger and building a brand from a home kitchen• Alternative seafood and food-tech innovation• Startup fundraising, investors, and pitch strategy• Leadership during uncertainty and company closure• Building accountable teams and reducing operational burn• Founder mental health, resilience, and life after a startupIf you enjoyed the episode please share it with others, and rate, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. To learn more about me and how I am Owning My Legacy, you can find me on Instagram @LauretteRondenet and online at lauretterondenet.com. 

In this episode of Small Business School, Staci Millard sits down with Isabel Nolan from Startup Canada to unpack the incredible (and often overlooked) ecosystem of support available to entrepreneurs across Canada. From free programming and funding opportunities to the power of networking and mindset, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone starting or growing a business. Key topics covered:The role of Startup Canada in supporting entrepreneurs nationwideFree programs, pitch competitions, and funding opportunities availableWhy networking is more powerful than most entrepreneurs realizeThe mindset traits that lead to success (and what holds people back)The importance of confidence, market research, and asking for helpCommon mistakes entrepreneurs make when scaling too quicklyMisconceptions around funding, grants, and investmentSuccess in business isn't about having everything figured out—it's about taking action, asking for help, and surrounding yourself with the right resources and people along the way. Connect with Isabel:Instagram: @startupcanadaWebsite: https://www.startupcan.ca/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isabelnolan/Staci's Links:Instagram. Website.

Show SummaryOn today's episode, we're replaying a conversation with Michael Bailey, Deputy Director of Leadership Programs for the George W. Bush Institute. We talk about some of the initiatives of the Bush Institute, including the Veteran Leadership Program, the Democracy is a Verb initiative and the Bush Institute's efforts to celebrate America 250.Provide FeedbackAs a dedicated member of the audience, we would like to hear from you. If you PsychArmor has helped you learn, grow, and support those who've served and those who care for them, we would appreciate hearing your story. Please follow this link to share how PsychArmor has helped you in your service journey Share PsychArmor StoriesAbout Today's GuestMichael Bailey serves as Deputy Director, Leadership Programs, for the George W. Bush Institute. In this role, he manages the Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program, which focuses on developing the leadership skills of veterans and those who serve them and their families. Bailey also supports alumni engagement efforts for the Institute's international leadership programs.Prior to joining the George W. Bush Institute, Bailey provided operations, media, and communications support to The American Choral Directors Association, a music organization dedicated to the excellence and advancement of choral music.Bailey is a native of Arlington, Texas. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Music (Voice) from The University of Oklahoma, and he holds a Master of Business Administration with concentrations in finance and real estate from Southern Methodist University Cox School of Business. He has a passion for running and enjoys racing in half and full marathons.Links Mentioned During the EpisodeGeorge W. Bush InstituteStand-To Veteran Leadership ProgramAmerica 250Democracy is a Verb initiative  PsychArmor Resource of the WeekThis week's PsychArmor Resource of the Week is The PsychArmor course The Myths and Facts of Military Leaders. This course identifies four of the most popular myths about military leaders and how they don't align with the reality of working alongside Veterans and Service members. You can find the resource here:  https://learn.psycharmor.org/courses/The-Myths-and-Facts-of-Military-Leaders Episode Partner: Are you an organization that engages with or supports the military affiliated community? Would you like to partner with an engaged and dynamic audience of like-minded professionals? Reach out to Inquire about Partnership Opportunities Contact Us and Join Us on Social Media Email PsychArmorPsychArmor on XPsychArmor on FacebookPsychArmor on YouTubePsychArmor on LinkedInPsychArmor on InstagramTheme MusicOur theme music Don't Kill the Messenger was written and performed by Navy Veteran Jerry Maniscalco, in cooperation with Operation Encore, a non profit committed to supporting singer/songwriter and musicians across the military and Veteran communities.Producer and Host Duane France is a retired Army Noncommissioned Officer, combat veteran, and clinical mental health counselor for service members, veterans, and their families.  You can find more about the work that he is doing at www.veteranmentalhealth.com  

What happens when a creative mind, a startup operator, a cancer survivor, and a humanitarian all live inside the same person?In this episode of Clover, I sit down with Melissa Wood, founder of Formis and Curate, to explore the winding path that led her from a small town in North Carolina to the startup ecosystem in Austin. Melissa's story spans early tech startups, design and photography, turning down life-changing opportunities, surviving cancer, humanitarian work in Ethiopia, and building companies rooted in solving real-world problems.What stood out most was Melissa's ability to notice gaps others accept as normal;  and then build solutions around them. Whether helping homeowners navigate renovations through Formis or simplifying conference experiences through Curate, her work is driven by a simple question: “Why doesn't something better exist?”This conversation is about resilience, leadership, community, and the unexpected ways life experiences shape the companies we build.In this episode, we discuss:How an accidental discovery of Photoshop in the mid-1990s launched Melissa's career in technology and design.Why she walked away from opportunities—including an early chance to join the team behind Me.com—and how she evaluates big decisions.The life-changing impact of surviving cancer and how that experience influenced her approach to work, family, and entrepreneurship.What she learned from living and working in Ethiopia, including lessons about community, presence, loyalty, and leadership.How she built Curate, an AI-powered event discovery platform, in just days using no-code and AI tools after identifying a problem she'd personally experienced for years.Why trust breaks down in industries like home renovation and how technology can create transparency, alignment, and accountability.Notable Quotes“Trust isn't built in one big moment. It's built through patterns.”“The best products are born from real experiences.”“If the system reflects that someone is being heard and understood, it creates a feeling of partnership.”Resources & Links MentionedFormis – AI-powered platform designed to improve transparency and communication in home renovation projects.Curate – Event discovery and scheduling platform helping people navigate conferences, tech events, and community gatherings.Lovable – AI-powered development platform Melissa used to build an early version of Curate.Claude – AI assistant Melissa uses for ongoing product development and iteration.FoundHers – Austin-based organization supporting women founders and entrepreneurs.South by Southwest (SXSW) – The event experience that inspired Curate.Austin Tech WeekLA Tech WeekAustin TV FestivalMelissa's story is a reminder that entrepreneurship doesn't always begin with a grand vision. Sometimes it starts with a frustration, a life experience, or a problem you simply can't stop thinking about and the courage to do something about it.

Er war Manager bei einem Konsumgüter-Weltkonzern und Chef der Welthungerhilfe. Mit der Idee, Spenden zu Investitionen zu machen, schafft Till Wahnbaeck eine neue Form von Entwicklungshilfe: Die Begegnung auf Augenhöhe - und Gewinne, die zurückfließen. Heise, Katrin www.deutschlandfunkkultur.de, Im Gespräch

The Walt Disney Company is the most successful enterprise ever created for monetizing human nostalgia. Today it's the king of global entertainment, holding the intellectual property rights to the childhood memories of billions of people (including, likely, all of you) and is a reliable, predictable profitable business. But it didn't start that way.During Walt's era, Disney operated like an unhinged moonshot factory, blowing its finances on one seemingly crazy project after another, like the very first feature-length animated film or a theme park inspired by Walt's fascination with model trains (spoiler: Disneyland). Walt's relentless ambition to bet the company over and over again not only created some of the most monumental artistic achievements of the 20th century (Snow White, Fantasia, Disney Imagineering), but also resulted in the accidental invention of the modern “flywheel” business model. In this episode, we tell the story of the ultimate marriage of art, commerce, and engineering — The Walt Disney Company: Walt's Era.Sponsors:Many thanks to our fantastic Spring '26 Season partners:J.P. MorganWeAreDevelopers eventVercelServiceNowStatsigLinks:Sign up for email updates, get our takeaways and research photos from each episode, and vote on future topics!The Acquired Disney Companion PDFOur Disney column in WSJThe original 1958 WSJ “Flywheel” article"Walt Disney: The Triumph of the American Imagination by Neal GablerThe Animated Man by Michael BarrierWalt Disney: An American Original by Bob ThomasBuilding a Company: Roy O. Disney and the Creation of an Entertainment Empires by Bob ThomasThe Disney Version: The Reedy Creek Improvement District in the Contemporary Florida Story by Richard SchickelPBS American Experience: Walt DisneyDisneyland HandcraftedWalt's 1966 EPCOT pitch videoWorldly Partners' Multi-Decade Disney StudyThe Walt Disney Family MuseumAll episode sourcesCarve Outs:Brooks Vanguard sneakersDefunctland YouTube ChannelAnimagraffs YouTube ChannelVolvo EX30The San Francisco SymphonyMore Acquired:Get email updates and vote on future episodes!Join the SlackCheck out the latest swag in the ACQ Merch Store!00:00 Start01:09 Intro06:03 Walt's Early Life & Artistic Calling (1901-1919)12:37 From Commercial Art to Laugh-o-grams (1919-1923)23:04 Hollywood, The Alice Comedies & Oswald's Loss (1923-1928)43:31 Mickey Mouse & The Synchronized Sound Breakthrough (1928)01:01:53 The IP Flywheel & Mickey Merch Explosion (1929-1933)01:09:57 Analysis: The Disney IP Flywheel Unpacked01:59:02 Snow White & The Folly That Defined Animation (1937)01:41:08 The Burbank Studio & Pre-War Struggles (1937-1941)02:04:20 The Animators' Strike & Walt's Disillusionment (1941)02:15:44 World War II & The Accidental Disney Vault (1941-1945)02:24:27 Post-War Slump to Cinderella's Comeback (1945-1950)02:33:46 Walt's Obsession: Model Trains to Disneyland (1950-1952)02:38:44 Financing Disneyland: ABC, SRI & Davy Crockett (1953-1955)03:17:00 Disneyland's Grand Opening & The Evolving Flywheel (1955-1958)03:39:04 The Florida Project: Walt's Vision for EPCOT City (1958-1966)03:54:20 Walt's Untimely Death & Roy's Legacy (1966-1971)04:00:06 A Parks Company & Creative Decline (1971-1984)04:09:44 Analysis: Why No Other Disney Flywheels?04:17:15 The Seven Powers of Disney04:20:30 Quintessence: Art, Commerce & Timeless IP04:23:47 Carve-Outs + Outro‍Note: Acquired hosts and guests may hold assets discussed in this episode. This podcast is not investment advice, and is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. You should do your own research and make your own independent decisions when considering any financial transactions.

In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: I have been at a small startup company for 5 years now. It's a very small technical team, 4 devs and a tech lead that contributes code & architecture. I am getting a small raise this week for my 5 years but it's a smaller raise than I was expecting. We're an all remote team across the globe but I had a dev co worker in the same city as me just leave the company. This has put more pressure on me as I'm the only dev in the primary time zone we operate in, everyone else is east coast or opposite side of the world. With the added pressure and some forward comments from me in one on ones with my tech lead I expected much more that I'm being offered. I think I'm supposed to quit my job but I'm terrified of that idea. This is my first job in the field and I love the work. The full stack startup experience is fun and I've learned so much, and I like my team a lot. I've never even applied to another position in tech yet, I got this one with the first application I sent out. That's not even considering the current state of the field rapidly changing with AI and the general lack of jobs I am constantly hearing about in tech. Is there a world where I should tell my boss I'm thinking about leaving? I've become an integral part of the team I think that would result in movement upwards, but that sounds so risky if I haven't even put in an application anywhere else. Should I take the old quit your job advice even when the field is so shaky? Thanks guys! And you reading the patreon names is the best part of my week too. Hi there, I'm about 4 years into my career. I'm at my second job after leaving university. The first was at a firm under 50 employees and the current is at a firm with a global footprint and several thousand employees. Both are in Europe. I moved to Europe on a work visa as a pathway to citizenship. I've never felt like either my past or current employer has taken advantage of my situation, but it's important that I keep my job. At both employers, I generally work one weekend day a week to meet expectations and keep on the promotion train. I'm not the only one; several of my colleagues do the same. For now I have the time to work late, as my significant other is back home. Soon they'll be moving over, however, and they have made clear they will not be okay with me going into work every Saturday. Maybe I'm paranoid. Maybe the expectations at work aren't clear. Maybe this is part of software. But basically, how do I get to a point where I can checkout on weekends and not feel guilty or like I'm falling behind? Do I need to work longer weekdays? Do I need to sacrifice promotions? Do I need to get better at saying no?

In this episode of The Lifestyle Practice Podcast, Dr. Matt Vogt and Dr. Derek Williams dive deep into what it really takes to succeed as a dental practice owner—whether you're starting from scratch or acquiring an established practice. Are you thinking about starting a dental practice but unsure if it's the right move? In this dental practice startup guide, Matt shares his honest coaching approach to evaluating potential dental entrepreneurs. Unlike typical "you can do it" motivational advice, Matt takes a neutral, wisdom-based approach to dental business strategy that helps dentists make smarter decisions about practice ownership. What You'll Learn in This Dental Practice Coaching Conversation The key differences between starting a dental practice and acquiring an existing one How successful practice owners think differently about growth Why personality and intuition matter more than you might think in dental entrepreneurship The truth about dental practice challenges that nobody talks about How to evaluate whether starting a dental practice is right for you Real-world practice management insights from someone who has built, scaled, and successfully grown practices Connect with us: Take our FREE lifestyle and practice assessment: https://thelifestylepractice.com/practice-assesment/ Learn more about 1-on-1 coaching: https://thelifestylepractice.com/coaching-services/ Get access to TLP Academy: https://thelifestylepractice.com/coaching-services/ Get the TLP Student Academy for $20 (lifetime access): https://the-lifestyle-practice.teachable.com/p/studentacademy Subscribe to The Lifestyle Practice Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tlp-podcast-for-dentists/id1476544801 Email Derek at derek@thelifestylepractice.com Email Matt at matt@thelifestylepractice.com Email Steve at steve@thelifestylepractice.com 

Key Topics:AI infrastructure evolutionServer and rack engineering innovationsAnalog components and power managementSemiconductor industry growth and GPU impactEnterprise and hyperscaler strategies for differentiationCooling technologies and hybrid solutionsNetworking and infrastructure for AI workloadsMulti-cloud and on-prem AI deployment trends

In this episode of The Girl Dad Show, Young Han talks with Brian Samson, founder of Plugg Technologies, about building repeatable businesses, the strategic advantages of nearshoring Latin American talent, and his family journey from fostering to adopting a baby girl. Brian has spent a decade focused on nearshoring, lived as an expat in Argentina, and grown three separate companies from $0 to $4M ARR each. He also served as VP of talent for multiple San Francisco tech companies through an IPO and an acquisition and holds an MBA from UCLA. This conversation mixes tactical hiring and scaling advice with deeply personal reflections on parenting, adoption, and social impact. Expect practical takeaways on nearshore hiring, building systems that scale, and how family priorities shape leadership.

Why would a company generating less than $20 billion in annual revenue spend $60 billion acquiring an AI coding startup?In this episode of AmplifyME Market Maker, Anthony Cheung and Stephen Barnett take a deep dive into SpaceX's blockbuster acquisition of Cursor and explore the strategy behind one of the most talked-about deals in markets. They break down how Cursor went from startup to a $60 billion acquisition target in just a few years, why investors pushed SpaceX above a $3 trillion valuation following the announcement, and what the deal reveals about AI, venture capital, corporate finance and Elon Musk's long-term vision.The discussion also explores the unique economics of highly valued companies, how acquisitions can accelerate growth, and why the world's biggest technology firms are racing to secure AI talent and infrastructure.Plus, a look at Fox's $22 billion acquisition of Roku and the latest developments in UniCredit's ongoing pursuit of Commerzbank.(00:00) Intro(01:45) SpaceX & Cursor Deal(04:38) SpaceX Valuation Debate(09:08) Deal Structure Explained(15:33) Shareholder Structure(18:18) Who is Cursor(21:16) Cursor Founders(22:44) The MIT Startup Ecosystem(29:42) Fox Buys Roku(36:26) M&A Psychology(40:13) UniCredit vs Commerzbank(42:32) Orcel's Takeover Strategy

Founders are told that if they work hard, build the right product and hire well, the outcome will follow. It's motivating. It's clean. And according to today's guest, it's mostly wrong.Mike Grossman has been CEO of six venture-backed Silicon Valley companies. Across them, he tried 18 different business models. Twelve failed. Five required layoffs. Three lived in persistent existential crisis. And yet all six were eventually acquired. Mike's story is one that far more founders actually live, but almost nobody tells.In this episode, Yaniv Bernstein sits down with Mike to dig into his new book, Failure Is An Option: a candid 44-essay collection drawn from three decades in the trenches. They explore the uncomfortable truth that luck dominates outcomes more than skill, why your business model is not your business, and how radical honesty is the most underrated leadership tool in a founder's kit.In this episode, you will:Learn about 'resulting': why confusing luck for skill costs founders in both directionsHear how Mike pivoted Tempo from building a Visa/Mastercard competitor to partnering with Mastercard, only to have the entire model wiped out overnight by a Senate amendmentDiscover the 'dreamers vs soldiers' framework for building teams that hold together when adversity strikesHear Mike's hard-won playbook for layoffs: why founders almost always cut too little, too late; what day two feels like; and why a smaller, denser team is often more productiveGet a clear framework for staying accountable for the process when the outcomes aren't in your controlTimestamps:00:00 Coming Up...00:34 On Today's Show: Mike Grossman on Managing Failure02:02 The Role of Luck and Timing03:41 Poker Strategy and 'Resulting'08:55 "The Business Model Is Not The Business"11:27 Tempo's Pivot13:28 Why Values Matter In A Crisis19:21 Talent Density and Layoffs: Cut Once, Cut Deep28:15 How AI Changes Hiring Pace32:15 Leading with 'Radical Honesty'36:33 Dreamers vs. Soldiers38:02 Managing Investors41:43 Luck, Agency, Process48:39 About 'Failure Is An Option'51:29 Closing ThoughtsResources mentioned'Failure Is An Option' by Mike Grossman: https://www.failureisanoption.comMike Grossman's Substack: https://failureisanoption.substack.comThinking in Bets by Annie Duke (the 'resulting' concept discussed): https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Bets-Making-Smarter-Decisions/dp/0735216355'Incorruptible' by Eric Ries: https://www.incorruptible.co/Eric Ries's TSP episode: https://youtu.be/HQ7cP1lGyiM 'Powerful' by Patty McCord: https://www.amazon.com/Powerful-Building-Culture-Freedom-Responsibility/dp/1939714095Patty McCord's TSP episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BefnNLBEmXAThe Durbin Amendment (the legislation that killed Tempo): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Durbin_amendmentThe PactHonor the Startup Podcast Pact! If you have listened to TSP and gotten value from it, please:Follow, rate, and review us in your listening appSecure your official TSP merchandise at https://shop.tsp.show/Follow us here on YouTube for full-video episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@startup-podcastGive us a public shout-out on LinkedIn or anywhere you have a social media followingKey linksThis episode of the Startup Podcast is sponsored by .tech domains. Forget weird prefixes and creative misspellings; the availability for .tech domains is simply way better than .com. For a clean name that highlights your tech credentials, get a .tech domain at your favorite registrar.The Startup Podcast website: https://www.tsp.show/episodes/Learn more about Chris and YanivWork 1:1 with Chris: http://chrissaad.com/advisory/Follow Chris on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrissaad/Follow Yaniv on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ybernstein/Producer: Justin McArthur https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-mcarthurAssistant Producer: Steph Hefferan https://www.linkedin.com/in/steph-heff/Intro Voice: Jeremiah Owyang https://web-strategist.com/

In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Eric Kau, co-founder and CEO of Climatic.Climatic is commercializing L Max, a daily inhaled system that proactively supports lung function.Before Climatic, Eric served as COO of Seed Health and was part of the foundational team at Chewy. Earlier in his career, Eric held growth and operational leadership roles across consumer, wellness, and e-commerce businesses, including Amazon, BoxyCharm, Target, and Best Buy. In this interview, Eric discusses what it takes to build a consumer category that doesn't yet exist, how Climatic approached clinical validation and consumer education simultaneously, and how early user behavior helped identify the company's strongest initial customer cohorts.Before we dive into the discussion, I wanted to mention a few things:First, if you're into learning from medical device founders and CEOs and want to know when new interviews are live, head over to Medsider.com and sign up for our free newsletter.And if you're ready to level up your medtech game, you should check out Medsider Courses — 8-week masterclasses covering topics like fundraising, M&A and exit planning, design and development, clinical and regulatory strategy, and commercialization.These courses, featuring hard-earned lessons from elite medtech CEOs, can be purchased individually or come free with our All-Access Pass.If you'd rather read than listen, here's a link to the full interview with Eric Kau, which includes a link to ScottBot — an AI version of host Scott Nelson trained on every Medsider interview and playbook. Feel free to ask ScottBot any questions you'd like!KEY MOMENTS FROM THE INTERVIEW(02:49) - Eric's path through Amazon, Chewy, Seed, and the consumer health experiences that led to Climatic (05:49) - Why Climatic is treating lung health like hydration, sleep, or nutrition (11:47) - How Climatic rapidly iterated on formulas, delivery systems, and prototypes to launch a product for a new category in under 2 years (14:56) - Climatic's approach to product design, which is built around gym bags, vanities, and existing wellness routines (19:59) - How early users shaped both Climatic's clinical strategy and its go-to-market focus on endurance athletes and biohackers (23:56) - Why Climatic spent more time teaching consumers about lung health than selling the product itself (34:07) - What investors needed to believe before funding a category that didn't yet exist (40:27) - How Climatic built a 15,000-person waitlist through Strava run clubs instead of paid ads

#366 | The B2B buyer has gone antisocial. No form fills, no hand raises, just self-directed research through Google, Reddit, and AI before they ever talk to sales. In this session, you'll hear from three marketing pros about how they built a LinkedIn influencer program that doubled branded search volume, why ungating top-of-funnel content drives more meetings - not fewer, and how to build an LLM visibility page so AI models correctly answer questions about your product. Plus the case for measuring trust in hours of content watched, and much more. Featuring Judy Kimball (Consensus), Hunter Talpas (Tekmetric), and Mason Cosby (Scrappy ABM).Timestamps(00:00) - - How the B2B funnel has flipped (05:52) - - Why brand is the new demand (08:23) - - Running a LinkedIn influencer program that moves pipeline (13:19) - - Why ungating content drives more meetings, not fewer (15:57) - - Building for AI and LLM visibility (19:00) - - What an LLM visibility page looks like (24:48) - - Using async video to build trust at scale (29:14) - - Why seven hours of content watched beats 28 touch points (36:26) - - How to get leadership to ditch the MQL model (42:00) - - Measuring demand gen by stage of the buyer journey Join 50,0000 people who get Dave's Newsletter here: https://www.exitfive.com/newsletterLearn more about Exit Five's private marketing community: https://www.exitfive.com/***Brought to you by:Optimizely - A no-code AI platform where autonomous agents execute marketing work across webpages, email, SEO, and campaigns. Join the next cohort of Opal U, a live 5-day course designed for senior marketing leaders who are ready to ship more with AI, at optimizely.com/exitfive. Vector - A contact-level ads platform that lets you build audiences from actual people on your site, clicking your ads, and checking out your competitors. Learn more at vector.co, and get their new MCP server by clicking here. Customer.io - An AI powered customer engagement platform that help marketers turn first-party data into engaging customer experiences across email, SMS, and push. Learn more at customer.io/exitfive.Join us in Stowe, Vermont for Drive 2026 - three days away from your desk to learn what's working in B2B marketing from the people who are actually doing it. Grab your ticket at exitfive.com/drive.***Thanks to my friends at hatch.fm for producing this episode and handling all of the Exit Five podcast production.They give you unlimited podcast editing and strategy for your B2B podcast.Get unlimited podcast editing and on-demand strategy for one low monthly cost. Just upload your episode, and they take care of the rest.Visit hatch.fm to learn more

Odyssey creates artificial intelligence models of real world settings for things like robotics and self-driving cars to be trained

Defense Tech ist eines der am stärksten wachsenden Segmente überhaupt – seit Kriegsbeginn in der Ukraine stiegen die europäischen Investments von rund 300 Millionen auf über 5 Milliarden Euro. Doch wer hier gründet oder investiert, betritt ein Minenfeld aus Exportkontrolle, Sanktionsrecht und Strafbarkeit. Caroline Raspé (Partnerin für Regulatory Compliance) und Frederik Gärtner (Partner für VC & M&A) von der Kanzlei YPOG ordnen ein, was den Hype wirklich trägt – und worauf es ankommt, sobald aus einer Idee ein reguliertes Produkt wird. Wir sprechen darüber, warum die vier Produktklassen (zivil, Dual-Use, Rüstungsgut, Kriegswaffe) über alles entscheiden, weshalb Investoren-Klauseln plötzlich kreativ werden, wann ausländische Investoren ab 10 % das Closing blockieren – und warum eine falsche Zolldeklaration schnell vor der Staatsanwaltschaft landet. Du erfährst... ...wie Start-ups im Defense Tech Bereich von staatlichen Aufträgen profitieren. ...welche regulatorischen Hürden bei der Gründung eines Defense Tech Unternehmens bestehen. ...wie Investoren trotz strikter Vorgaben in Defense Tech investieren können. __________________________ ||||| PERSONEN |||||

George had to wind down his last startup and give investors their money back. He went deep into the valley of despair, certain he'd missed his window to build something big. Then he met a co-founder, decided to start over, and started selling.In this episode, George breaks down how a customer signed a $36K pilot off nothing but a Loom and a one-pager, how cold email took him from zero to $1M ARR with no sales team, and why a "seven out of ten" is the most dangerous hire you can make.Why You Should ListenHow a customer signed a $36K pilot after a single Loom and zero calls.Why he gave the money back on his last startup—and what "follow your energy" really means.How cold outbound email built his first $1M ARR with no sales team.Why a "seven out of ten" is the most dangerous hire you can make.Keywords startup podcast, startup podcast for founders, product market fit, finding pmf, fintech, accounts receivable automation, AI agents, cold outbound email, B2B SaaS, Series A fundraising, services as softwareChapters00:00:00 Intro00:01:39 The Moment of True Product Market Fit00:03:33 Shutting Down a Small-Market Startup00:07:44 Picking Fintech From Five Ideas00:17:12 From Black Box to Full App00:24:47 $1M ARR on Cold Email Alone00:36:11 Why a "Seven" Is the Most Dangerous Hire00:42:15 Compressing a $25M Series ASend me a message to let me know what you think!

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Paris-Kiev, c'est trois heures d'avion.Et sur ce même continent, il y a une guerre.Hadrien Canter l'a compris à 18 ans quand ses amis, rencontrés sur les bancs d'un lycée ukrainien, sont partis sur la ligne de front pour la guerre du Donbass en 2015.Mais rien ne le destinait à la défense.Avocat au barreau de Paris, il avait le profil d'un diplomate, pas celui d'un industriel de l'armement.Et puis en 2023, dans un hôtel soviétique de Zaporijjia, sous les attaques aériennes, il voit un soldat ukrainien scruter des écrans de drones pour repérer l'ennemi.Il se dit qu'une IA pourrait faire ce travail.L'idée d'Alta Ares naît de cette nuit-là, avec un premier logiciel, Gamma, qui analyse les flux vidéo en temps réel pour détecter automatiquement des objets et faire des corrections de tirs d'artillerie.Deux ans et demi plus tard, la société compte près de 70 personnes avec des bureaux en Ukraine, en France et aux États-Unis et remporte un prix de l'OTAN pour sa solution d'interception capable d'abattre les drones Shahed russes.Aujourd'hui, ils viennent de lever 50 millions d'euros pour industrialiser et produire leurs systèmes de défense à grande échelle.Parce qu'Alta Ares ne fait que du défensif : protéger un espace aérien, sauver des maisons et ne jamais frapper en premier. Là où d'autres cherchent à détruire celui qui attaque, eux se contentent de l'arrêter.Une frontière que beaucoup trouvent floue mais qu'Hadrien tient pour très claire : “On abat la flèche, pas l'archer.”Dans cet épisode, il raconte une guerre que l'Europe a longtemps regardée de loin, et un monde où l'usage de la force ne s'embarrasse plus de grand-chose.Hadrien nous explique :Pourquoi les cycles d'innovation militaire se comptent maintenant en semaines (voire en jours), et pourquoi une arme conçue il y a six mois est déjà dépasséeComment l'IA, loin de déshumaniser la guerre, remet l'humain au centre des décisionsLe rôle de la France dans l'indépendance de l'EuropePourquoi perdre l'industrie automobile européenne revient à perdre la prochaine guerreCe que devient la ligne de front quand elle se vide d'hommes et se remplit de robotsUne plongée rare dans la guerre contemporaine avec quelqu'un qui la vit de l'intérieur.Vous pouvez contacter Hadrien sur Linkedin.TIMELINE:00:00:00 - La guerre que l'Europe entière a choisi d'ignorer00:12:21 - La Russie qu'on ne montre jamais00:24:12 - La thèse d'Hadrien sur la vraie cause de la guerre en Ukraine00:31:36 - La faille de notre défense aérienne00:41:34 - Pourquoi une arme conçue il y a six mois est déjà obsolète00:50:38 - L'Europe peut-elle se défendre sans les Américains ?01:00:11 - Offense ou défense : une frontière de plus en plus floue01:09:42 - Est-ce qu'il faut automatiser la décision de tuer ?01:15:38 - Mettre à jour des armes de guerre comme des iPhones01:28:04 - Si l'Europe perd l'industrie automobile, elle perd la prochaine guerre01:39:04 - L'arme que seuls la France et les États-Unis maîtrisent01:52:53 - « Le plus difficile, c'est demain »01:59:09 - La ligne de front n'a plus rien d'humain02:10:55 - « Les drones ont remplacé l'artillerie »02:17:40 - Le drone à fibre optique que rien ne peut arrêter02:25:42 - Créer le Linux des drones intercepteursLes anciens épisodes de GDIY mentionnés : #534 - Sixte de Vauplane - Animaj - Le studio d'animation qui fait trembler Hollywood#515 - Pierre de Villiers - Ancien Chef d'État-major des Armées - "Nous ne sommes pas prêts pour la guerre"#420 - Stanislas Niox-Chateau - Doctolib : derrière la plus grosse marque de la French tech#388 - Benoit Lemaignan - Verkor - "Pour avoir de l'impact climatique il faut aller vite et fort"#56 - Maxime Topolov - ADYAX - 13M€ de CA dans le luxe, les pieds dans les CrocsNous avons parlé de :EN DIRECT, guerre en Ukraine : une dizaine de morts dans des frappes « massives » à Kiev, Kharkiv et Dnipro, la cathédrale de la Dormition touchée dans la nuitAlta Ares, le parcours singulier d'une start-up française de drones militairesMissiles Shahed 136Propulsion à propergol solideThalesMH17 abattu en Ukraine : la Russie responsable, selon l'agence de l'ONU pour l'aviationMatthieu Stefani : l'entrepreneur a qui se confient les personnalités - #QuelleEpoque 31/01/2026Signature du traité d'amitié franco-polonais à NancyAlta Ares, startup en première ligne en Ukraine, lève 50 millions d'eurosLes recommandations de lecture :L'Axe du loup, de Sylvain TessonLe mage du Kremlin, de Giuliano da EmpoliLimonov, de Emmanuel CarrèreMémoires d'Hadrien, de Marguerite YourcenarLe Pingouin, de Andreï KourkovUn grand MERCI à nos sponsors : Squarespace : https://squarespace.com/doitQonto: https://qonto.com/r/2i7tk9 Brevo: brevo.com/doit eToro: https://bit.ly/3GTSh0k Payfit: payfit.com Club Med : clubmed.frCuure : https://cuure.com/product-onely (code DOIT)Vous pouvez retrouver la liste de tout le matériel utilisé pour enregistrer nos épisodes sur cette page.Vous souhaitez sponsoriser Génération Do It Yourself ou nous proposer un partenariat ?Contactez mon label Orso Media via ce formulaire.Hébergé par Audiomeans. 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Ryan Peterson is the Founder & CEO @ Flexport, the logistics darling of the venture capital world that has raised $900M+ with the last round valuing the company at $8BN. Today, the company does $450M in revenue growing 30% YoY.  AGENDA:  00:00 — Why Does Ryan Petersen Call Remote Work "White Collar Fraud"? 08:30 — Does Having More Money Actually Make You a Better Founder? 11:40 — When Will Flexport IPO? What Price Would It Go Out At? 19:00 — Can AI Actually Automate Entire Companies or Is the Productivity Boom Overhyped? 22:00 — Which Jobs Will Exist in 5 Years That Don't Exist Today? 26:00 — OpenAI vs Anthropic: If Ryan Could Only Own One, Which Would He Buy? 27:45 — Are Chinese Open-Source Models a National Security Threat—or Is Silicon Valley Overreacting? 30:15 — The $500M Fundraising Mistake Ryan Wishes He Never Made 35:00 — Why Flexport Abandoned San Francisco & Remote Work Damaged Flexport's Culture 41:00 — Why Marketing Is the Hardest Executive Hire in Startups 43:00 — Do Great CEOs Hate HR? 46:00 — Why Most Startup Founders Hire Executives Too Early 48:00 — What Ryan Learned Investing Alongside the Greatest YC Founders 55:00 — The Single Biggest Mistake Founders Make When Fundraising 1:09:00 — Does Founder Brand Actually Drive Enterprise Value? 1:11:00 — What Makes a Great Board Member—and Why Most Boards Add Negative Value 1:13:00 — The Sports Team Ryan Dreams of Buying Just to Troll His Biggest Competitor  

While many tech companies race to build ever-larger AI models, IBM CEO Arvind Krishna sees the future differently. Speaking with host Bob Safian before a live audience during New York Tech Week, Krishna explains why enterprises are overcomplicating AI adoption, what kinds of risks leaders should be taking right now, and how to weigh AI's costs against its benefits. He also shares why IBM believes quantum computing will reshape the next era of technology.Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: https://mastersofscale.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sponsors: Pique: 20% off at https://piquelife.com/impactTruemed: Check your eligibility and start saving at https://truemed.com/impactQuo: Try for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months at https://quo.com/impactNetsuite: Right now, get our free business guide, Demystifying AI, at https://NetSuite.com/TheoryQuince: Free shipping and 365-day returns at https://quince.com/impactpodPlaudAI: Get 10% off with code IMPACT at https://plaud.ai/impactWhatnot: Download the Whatnot app today and get free shipping on your first order.ATT Business: Switch to AT&T Business at business.att.comShopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impactKetone IQ: Visit https://ketone.com/IMPACT for 30% OFF your subscription orderWelcome back to another episode of The Tom Bilyeu Show with Cohost Drew and moderator, Ryan! The conversation focused on a whirlwind of pressing global and domestic issues shaping today's world. The discussion explored the evolving negotiations between the US and Iran, questioning the mysterious terms of a new “deal” and the shifting sands of Middle Eastern politics. Several points were raised, including the challenges of US debt refinancing, the economic ripple effects of AI investment, and Japan's pivotal role in global debt markets.One concept discussed was the increasing calls to overhaul tax policies, examining whether taxing capital gains like ordinary income truly addresses the nation's financial woes—or if it instead threatens the innovation engine powering the US economy. The episode also tackled stories from the FBI's headline-grabbing terror prevention efforts, to dramatic revelations involving non-profits and undercover operations, to the relentless advance of surveillance technology, including insect-sized drones.A key theme that emerged was the existential tension between government intervention, personal responsibility, and technological progress—with cultural, economic, and ethical implications unpacked at every turn. Whether examining the West's response to social media, the future of AR glasses, or the cycle of business innovation and decline, the conversation painted a vivid picture of a world in flux, demanding both critical scrutiny and bold action.Chapters: 00:00 JD Vance on US-Iran negotiations07:56 Iran's strategy during US midterms11:29 Economic focus for Middle East peace22:33 Trump's economic leverage with Iran24:11 Economic strategies and potential impacts30:56 Questioning the drone attack plot38:22 Japan's economic challenges post-COVID39:37 AI investment and financial concerns44:51 Discussing new tax proposals53:42 Critique of Economic Approaches56:42 Inherited debt and tax myths01:02:07 Discussing budget cuts and taxation01:08:29 Discussing national debt solutions01:13:31 Criticism of Southern Poverty Law Center01:17:35 Questioning goodness of NGOs01:23:19 Privacy concerns in online safety01:27:50 Future of AR Glasses and Contacts01:32:53 Future AI and reality confusion01:41:15 Industry veterans discuss company failures01:44:01 Startup lifecycle and innovation turnover01:48:28 Reevaluating Game Development StrategiesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sebastian Mallaby (@scmallaby) is the Paul A. Volcker senior fellow for international economics at the Council on Foreign Relations, a two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist, and the author of six books, including More Money Than God, The Power Law, The Man Who Knew, and The World's Banker. His latest book is The Infinity Machine: Demis Hassabis, DeepMind, and the Quest for Superintelligence.This episode is brought to you by:Eight Sleep Pod Cover 5 sleeping solution for dynamic cooling and heating: EightSleep.com/TimAG1 Pro all-in-one nutritional supplement: DrinkAG1.com/TimWealthfront high-yield cash account: Wealthfront.com/Tim Wealthfront disclaimer: New clients get 3.30% base APY from program banks + additional 0.75% boost for 3 months on your uninvested cash (max $150k balance). Terms and conditions apply. The Cash Account offered by Wealthfront Brokerage LLC (“WFB”) member FINRA/SIPC, not a bank. The base APY as of 1/30/26 is representative, can change, and requires no minimum. Tim Ferriss, a non-client, receives compensation from WFB for advertising and holds a non-controlling equity interest in the corporate parent of WFB, which creates a conflict of interest. Individual experiences and outcomes will differ. Instant withdrawals may be limited by your receiving firm and other factors. Investment advisory services provided by Wealthfront Advisers LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser. Securities investments: not bank deposits, not bank-guaranteed or FDIC-insured, and may lose value.*Timestamps[00:00:00] Start.[00:02:11] The twinkly eyed polymath who became Sebastian's next book.[00:06:55] Picking the next book project the way a great VC picks a startup.[00:09:41] Why God keeps crashing the superintelligence party.[00:11:13] Shane Legg's grainy 2009 prophecy — and the nervous giggle.[00:13:11] Ilya Sutskever burns an effigy.[00:13:54] Demis at 4 a.m., hunting God's algorithm.[00:18:43] Super-abundance, Mad Max, and the China shock lesson.[00:22:39] The kitchen debate with Geoff Hinton that flipped Sebastian.[00:24:06] Why a zero-percent chance of doom is indefensible.[00:24:52] Will Washington seize the labs? The Mythos wake-up call.[00:27:18] Anthropic's bull case, bear case, and a dead parent's letter.[00:33:24] Where Sebastian and Benedict Evans part ways.[00:38:16] Is the SaaS apocalypse overdone? One word: Palantir.[00:39:53] The AI friend you'll never switch.[00:41:56] Does Google win consumer AI by default?[00:44:45] Four cities, eight days: China actually talks safety.[00:47:28] A Cold War non-proliferation playbook for AI.[00:49:45] Did the chip export controls actually work?[00:51:49] Burned doves: why Washington swears China won't talk.[00:54:56] "By 2028, the race is over" — one lab boss' bet.[00:59:11] Inside Hikvision: toddlers, sensors, and US sanctions.[01:01:07] Bill Gurley's Uber bet: venture capital perfected.[01:05:18] Luke Nosek bear-hugs DeepMind into existence.[01:10:52] Thiel's heresy: never invest by committee.[01:11:59] How Founders Fund nearly fumbled the deal of the century.[01:14:30] Selling to Google for $650M: a secret British heist?[01:16:41] The Traitorous Eight, gardening leave, and the UK's to-do list.[01:20:55] Ender's Game: "That's really how I see myself."[01:23:42] Too dumb for Gödel, Escher, Bach? Maybe an LLM can help.[01:25:19] If not Demis or Sam, then Dario.[01:26:04] My royalties cliff — and what dropped in late 2022.[01:27:47] Lila Sciences and the labs that run themselves.[01:31:13] Sebastian's billboard: "Prepare your mind."[01:35:14] The one thing Sebastian will never outsource to AI.[01:40:09] Parting thoughts.For show notes and past guests on The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast.For deals from sponsors of The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast-sponsorsSign up for Tim's email newsletter (5-Bullet Friday) at tim.blog/friday.For transcripts of episodes, go to tim.blog/transcripts.Discover Tim's books: tim.blog/books.Follow Tim:Twitter: twitter.com/tferriss Instagram: instagram.com/timferrissYouTube: youtube.com/timferrissFacebook: facebook.com/timferriss LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/timferrissSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.