“White Collar Fraud”: Flexport CEO Ryan Peterson on Why Remote Work Fails
Flexport CEO Ryan Peterson calls remote work “white collar fraud,” detailing how it hurts culture, productivity, and the true cost of labor.
Flexport CEO: Why Revenge and Patriotism are the Best Founder Traits
With Harry Stebbings, Ryan Peterson · Sunday, June 21, 2026
Harry Stebbings hosts Ryan Peterson, CEO of Flexport, for a candid discussion on a wide range of topics. They cover Peterson's controversial views on remote work, the impact of AI on enterprise software and labor, and Flexport's ambitious growth and IPO plans. The conversation also provides insights into the intricate dynamics of venture capital fundraising and geopolitical concerns surrounding Chinese open-source AI.
Peterson: China AI Isn't a War Risk, It's Mutual Dependence
Flexport CEO Ryan Peterson dismisses Silicon Valley's fears of Chinese open-source AI, arguing mutual economic dependence makes war unlikely. Here's what to do.
Why VCs Collude With Competitors (Not Partners)
Flexport CEO Ryan Peterson reveals how VC job security fuels herd behavior and 'collusion' with competitors to avoid looking 'dumb'—and what this means for founders.