Replit CEO Hacked His Way Into Better Grades
The Replit CEO recounts a past experience where he hacked his university's database to change his grades, which was later discovered due to a server crash. He…
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Does your LinkedIn show a story?
This episode focuses on the critical importance of a cohesive narrative on LinkedIn profiles, arguing against simply listing past employers. Harry Stebbings ch…
The 2 Battles No One is Talking About
Harry Stebbings introduces two significant, underlying global battles: the strategic competition between the US and China in artificial intelligence, and the e…
You can be anything you want to be in this life, including a coconut
This short segment discusses the humorous novelty game 'Coconut Simulator' and its sequel. Speakers explored the game's unique 'realistic' mode where the scree…
Inside Clay's $100M Sales Playbook
This episode features Harry Stebbings interviewing Back A Link Whist, Head of Sales at Clay, delving into how Clay scaled its sales organization to $100 millio…
Sam Altman on the revenge of the idea guy
Sam Altman discusses a significant shift in the startup world, where "idea guys" who deeply understand users but lack technical coding skills are now increasin…
Investors need to give CEOs better comp packages
A guest speaker discusses their personal journey as a founder-CEO leading a public company whose stock saw a dramatic decline after IPO. They explain their dec…
Enzo Ferrari did not sell a single car until he was 50 years old
This segment discusses the surprising fact that Enzo Ferrari did not sell his first car until he was 49, introducing the Ferrari 166 Barchetta in 1948. This in…
Drunk driving could be a thing of the past
This episode explores a congressional mandate for advanced drunk driving prevention technology in new passenger vehicles. The hosts discuss the proposed system…
Nat Friedman on staying hydrated with OpenClaw
Nat Friedman shares two startling anecdotes about his AI, "my claw" (OpenClaw), which autonomously intervened in his health, first by detecting dehydration and…
Snap CEO Evan Spiegel: The massive loophole in Australia’s teen phone ban
John Collison discusses Australia's recent ban on social media apps for those under 16 with Snap CEO Evan Spiegel. Spiegel highlights the ban's significant fla…
Snapchat's first hit country wasn't America
This episode delves into Snapchat's surprising early growth, revealing that Norway, not the United States, was the platform's first country to gain significant…
15-Year-Old Sells $1 Bills for $15 On eBay
This episode segment highlights an incredible story of a 15-year-old entrepreneur who built a highly profitable business by selling custom dollar bills on eBay…
Mike Isaac (NYT) Joins, Earnings Review, Beautiful Data Centers, Coatue is Land Maxxing
This episode covers Q1 2026 tech earnings for Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and Meta, analyzing their distinct AI strategies and capex. Guests include Mike Isaac…
GTA 6 Goldrush, TBPN's $100M OpenAI Deal, The OG Clickbait King Who Burned $4B/Year
Shaan Puri and Sam Parr delve into diverse opportunities, from the massive economy surrounding Grand Theft Auto 6 to the controversial OpenAI acquisition of TB…
AI Profits Surge, $70B Capex Surge Raises Investor Concerns, Automated Skin Exams | Diet TBPN
This episode covers the Q1 2026 earnings of Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and Meta, analyzing their differing AI investment strategies and capital expenditures. I…
"I don't know where to apply myself" - Here's what to do.
In this episode, Sam Parr and Shaan Puri tackle the common dilemma of feeling lost after graduation, specifically the unhelpful advice to 'follow your passion.…
AppLovin CEO: Why Founders Shouldn't Angel Invest & Why the Best Don't Need Mentorship
Harry Stebbings interviews AppLovin CEO Adam Foroughi, discussing his leadership philosophy and the company's journey through market volatility. Key themes inc…
Stripe Sessions 2026 keynote in 12 minutes
This Stripe Sessions 2026 keynote outlines Stripe's vision as the economic infrastructure for the AI era, launching a comprehensive suite of products. Key anno…
Inside the OpenAI vs. Elon Musk Courtroom
Mike Isaac, a New York Times reporter, provides an inside look at the OpenAI vs. Elon Musk trial, discussing courtroom logistics, the legal strategies of both…
Stripe Sessions 2026 | Developer keynote
This keynote at Stripe Sessions 2026 explores the transformative impact of AI agents on developer experience and business operations. Michelle Bu and Nilufer s…
Stripe Sessions 2026 | Indexing the economy
John Collison and Emily Sands discuss the current economic landscape, analyzing trends in profitability, trade policy, and labor markets through Stripe's data.…
Nat Friedman and Daniel Gross in conversation with John and Patrick Collison
This episode explores the current state and future implications of AI, dubbed 'day 120 of the singularity.' Discussions range from AI's economic impact and saf…
Inside Clay's Sales Playbook | Becca Lindquist
Becca Lindquist, Head of Sales at Clay, provides a deep dive into modern sales strategies, leadership, and team building. She discusses critical insights into…
How To Build A Billion Dollar Brand On Purpose
In this episode, Chad, founder of Grüns, details his journey building a billion-dollar supplement brand in just 32 months. He shares his strategies on product…
Replit CEO: Why Coding Models are Plateauing & Why the SaaS Apocalypse is Justified | Amjad Masad
Harry Stebbings speaks with Amjad Masad, CEO of Replit, about the evolution of programming, the impact of agentic AI, and Replit's role in empowering a billion…
The economics and trends of the restaurant industry, with Tony Xu of DoorDash
John Collison interviews Tony Xu, CEO of DoorDash, about the company's journey and the broader restaurant industry. They discuss DoorDash's early competitive s…
Cursor Acquired for $60BN | Anthropic Hits $1TRN in Secondary Markets & Figma, Adobe, Canva Dead?
This episode delves into the groundbreaking acquisition of Cursor by XAI/SpaceX for $60BN, analyzing its strategic implications and the current landscape of hi…
Aaron Levie
Harry Stebbings speaks with Aaron Levie, CEO of Box, about the transformative impact of AI on large enterprises. They discuss the future of work, the evolution…
#1 Habit Expert: Why Your To Do List Is Making You Less Productive
Sam Parr interviews Charles Duhigg, author of 'The Power of Habit' and 'Super Communicators.' They discuss the mechanics of habit formation and change, persona…
Ferrari: What happens when you staple a luxury brand to a sports team? (Audio)
This episode delves into the extraordinary history and paradoxical business model of Ferrari, from its founder Enzo Ferrari's early life and vision to its mode…
Ex-Tesla President: Elon Asked Me To 20X Sales. Here's What I Did
Sam Parr and Shaan Puri interview John Krafcik, former President of Tesla and author of "The Algorithm," discussing Elon Musk's unique leadership and Krafcik's…
Demis Hassabis: Why AGI is Bigger than the Industrial Revolution & Where Are The Bottlenecks in AI
Harry Stebbings speaks with Demis Hassabis, CEO of DeepMind, about the future of AI. They discuss AGI's definition and timeline, current bottlenecks in AI deve…
Cloudflare: Leading Cybersecurity [Business Breakdownes Ep 241]Cloudflare Final
This episode delves into Cloudflare, the cybersecurity giant, exploring its history, business model, and strategic evolution. Matt Russell and guest Sam Eden b…
Tobi Lütke: 21 Years of Building Shopify
David Senra interviews Shopify CEO Tobi Lütke about his unique approach to company building over 21 years. They discuss Lütke's philosophy of treating companie…