Season 3

June 26, 2024

Is DEI Really 'Anti-Merit'? Plus: Microsoft Teams' Antitrust, Ilya's …

What lies at the intersection of 'diversity' and 'meritocracy'? Learn how Silicon Valley insiders defy polarized pop narratives to build talented teams with diverse perspectives. In this week's episode, Amir Shevat joins Chri...

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June 24, 2024

Getting Good At Operations - Optimise Your Startup (Edu)

Why is optimizing your ops crucial for startup success? Learn how your business can better bridge the gap between software and operations. On today's show, Chris and Yaniv discuss: Up And Atom: Understanding the difference be...

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June 22, 2024

Hot Takes w/ Tim Doyle (Bonus)

Is marketing more art than science? Should VC-backed startups push for profitability? Learn from Eucalyptus founder Tim Doyle as he tackles two highly debated topics in the startup world: Brand Loyal: In the generational batt...

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June 19, 2024

AI vs Unions, Threads vs X, People vs Machines & Key Global Threats (…

Are Amazon workers fighting the inevitable? Learn how founders, investors and industry leaders are responding to the big trends in AI. In this week's episode, Chris and Yaniv discuss: Amazon Warriors: The Amazon Labor Union h...

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June 17, 2024

5 Biggest Team Building Mistakes w/ Netflix Legend Patty McCord

How do the best founders build exceptional teams? Learn how a practical approach to HR can transform the culture at your startup. In this episode, Patty McCord, former Chief Talent Officer at Netflix and author of 'Powerful: ...

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June 12, 2024

WWDC: Siri That Doesn't Suck, Apple + OpenAI, Plus: Porn on Twitter/X…

Do we dare to imagine: what if Siri was actually good? In this week's episode, tech insiders Elli Hanson and Amir Shevat join Chris and Yaniv to discuss: AI @ WWDC2024: Apple unveils 'Apple Intelligence,' Siri improvements, a...

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June 10, 2024

Logical Adjacencies - Can Lightning Strike Twice? (Edu)

What happens when your product has succeeded and you're finally ready to explore those adjacencies? Find out how to take your startup to the next level. In this episode, Tim Doyle, founder of brand engine Eucalyptus (and subs...

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June 5, 2024

SaaS Implosion? NVIDIA Eats OpenAI's Lunch, AI Doomsday Predictions, …

What's happened to B2B SaaS – and will NVIDIA eat OpenAI's lunch? Learn the latest movements in tech startups from industry insiders. In this week's episode, Chris, Emil and Yaniv discuss: B2B, Or Not To Be: Disappointing gui...

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June 3, 2024

The Innovator's Dilemma - Outmaneuver the Dinosaurs (Edu)

Why do big, established companies struggle when faced with disruption from agile startups? In this episode, Chris Saad and Yaniv Bernstein explain: Don't Look Up: How tech advancements, regulatory changes, and shifts in cultu...

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June 2, 2024

Turning Security and Compliance Into A Profit Center w/ Vanta (Live -…

This is a Sponsor Showcase episode, sponsored by Vanta. Security and compliance are so important. But as a founder, sometimes they can seem like an expensive distraction. What if we told you there are ways to massively reduce...

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May 29, 2024

An NVIDIA Bubble? Plus: xAI's Mega Raise, Unhinged Google Search, Adv…

Can NVIDIA keep their unprecedented run going? Learn what's driving their stunning earnings – and whether they're really on track to become the biggest company in the world. In this week's episode, Emil Michael Emil Michael, ...

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May 27, 2024

Startup Economics - Beware the Zombie Zone (Edu)

Are you struggling to fund your startup? Learn how to make your idea investable – and avoid the fearsome 'zombie zone'. In this episode, Chris Saad and Yaniv Bernstein discuss: Quarter Masters: Explore a simple four-quadrant ...

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May 26, 2024

Jason Cohen's Startup Koans (Bonus)

Two-time unicorn founder Jason Cohen (WP Engine, Smart Bear) returns to discuss his Twitter 'koans', exploring their implications for founders. In this bonus episode, Yaniv Bernstein, Chris Saad, and Jason Cohen discuss: Half...

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May 22, 2024

Live Demos Are Back, How To Avoid Google+ 2.0, ScarJo vs OpenAI (Reac…

How can Google avoid Google+ 2.0? Learn who will win the AI Game of Thrones – and why branding is only one piece of the puzzle. In this week's episode, Amir Shevat and Yaniv Bernstein discuss: The Demo Dilemma: Why …

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May 20, 2024

Crafting Your Founder Career - Lessons From Two Time Unicorn Founder …

Are you planning your founder career in a meaningful way? Two-time unicorn founder Jason Cohen (WP Engine, Smart Bear) joins Chris and Yaniv to discuss how self-knowledge can lead to a founder journey that's right for you. Pa...

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May 15, 2024

What You NEED To Know: Google + OpenAI's Announcements Explained (Rea…

Missed this week's duelling announcements from OpenAI and Google? Catch up on ChatGPT 4o, AI Search, and Project Astra, as our insiders discuss how they'll reshape the tech world. In this week's Reacts episode, insiders Chris...

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May 13, 2024

Do You Even Need A Product Manager? w/ John Cutler (Reacts)

Is your product management approach clashing with real-world demands? Product expert John Cutler – author of the long-running newsletter The Beautiful Mess and former product evangelist at Amplitude – returns to the podcast t...

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May 8, 2024

OpenAI Search, Apple’s $100B Stock Buyback, US Civil Unrest (Reacts)

Is your startup prepared for the next US election? Learn about the forces driving today’s tech giants and tomorrow’s political landscape. In this week's Reacts episode, insiders Chris Saad, Yaniv Bernstein, and Emil Michael E...

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May 6, 2024

Founders Getting Fired – Preventing the Nuclear Option (Edu)

Is firing a founder CEO ever the right move? Learn about how startup founders and their boards can work together effectively to avoid the worst. In this week's episode of The Startup Podcast, hosts Chris Saad and Yaniv Bernst...

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May 1, 2024

Useless AI Hardware, TikTok Banned, Google Fires Activist Employees (…

Why didn't Rabbit R1 and Humane AI live up to the hype? Learn how even the biggest names in tech – from TikTok to Tesla – can falter. In this week's Reacts episode, insiders Yaniv Bernstein, Emil Michael, Emil Michael, …

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April 29, 2024

Graceful Degradation – Safeguarding Your Vision (Edu)

Do your plans stand strong when things go wrong? Hosts Chris Saad and Yaniv Bernstein discuss the concept of 'graceful degradation' and its critical role in planning for a robust business. They share tips on: Understanding Gr...

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April 28, 2024

The Canva Mafia, SAFE Notes in Australia — Aussie Q&A (Bonus)

Australia’s startup ecosystem is about to be hit by an asteroid of awesomeness, and hardly anybody is talking about it. Learn why the recent Canva secondary round means Australia finally has its own “mafia” to rival the PayPa...

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April 24, 2024

Boston Dynamics' Creepy Robot, Big Siri Update Revealed, OpenCRISPR A…

The insiders return this week to discuss the latest in AI startups: 💡 Investments and Optimism: A16z's huge raise suggests an optimistic outlook for tech IPOs. 🤖 Electric Atlas: Boston Dynamics' latest robot raises questions ...

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April 22, 2024

Listener Q&A - Protecting Your Superpower, Bad Startup CFOs (Edu)

Are you protecting your superpower? 🦸 In this Listener Q&A, Chris and Yaniv discuss: 🧠 Expanding Your Engineering Mindset: How to gain empathy and strengthen your team with diverse skill sets. 🎯 Building Valuable Products: Fo...

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