Episode 155 · · 03:50
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2022 emphasizes the importance of reading and writing. While Graham admits there may be more efficient ways to gain knowledge, he still argues...
Episode 154 · · 09:38
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2009 analyzes the popularity and impact of the 'list of things' format. Graham points out why this format is more appealing to readers and wri...
Episode 153 · · 24:58
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2019 argues that the most harmful thing learned in school and affects many people's lives is actually learning to get good grades. Graham poin...
Episode 152 · · 05:35
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2006, offers a test that can help us understand our dependencies. He invites us to imagine ourselves on an island where we can't shop for a we...
Episode 151 · · 30:37
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2003 attempts to understand what future programming languages might look like. Graham states that the fundamental operators that make up a pro...
Episode 150 · · 10:53
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2008 states that the success of large organizations is gradually decreasing and small, autonomous groups are becoming more efficient. Graham s...
Episode 149 · · 04:10
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2012, discusses the rise and potential of hardware-based startups. It points out that Y Combinator's broad and early focus has allowed it to w...
Episode 148 · · 29:20
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2006, discusses in detail the lessons that need to be learned when creating a successful startup. It emphasizes the importance of early publis...
Episode 147 · · 38:34
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2007 provides insights on understanding the world of investors and dealing with them. The article explains how investors approach startups, ho...
Episode 146 · · 21:55
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2007 predicts the future of web startups. He argues that startups will go through a transformation similar to technology, becoming cheaper and...
Episode 145 · · 24:45
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2010 predicts how startup financing will shape in the future. He anticipates that angel investors and entrepreneurs will have more control wit...
Episode 144 · · 14:05
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2020 discusses how illuminating it is to classify people according to their degrees of conformity. Graham states that people can be grouped in...
Episode 143 · · 03:40
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2009 argues that creating a new visa class for startup founders could be the biggest factor in increasing the number of startups in the US. Gr...
Episode 142 · · 11:00
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2014 discusses a situation that startups often face, which he refers to as a ""deadly squeeze"". In this situation, a startup is losing money ...
Episode 141 · · 08:04
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2007 addresses the questions often faced by entrepreneurs about how to distribute shares. When you have to swap shares for money, an employee,...
Episode 140 · · 17:10
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2019 discusses the third and perhaps least understood component necessary for doing great work: an obsessive interest in a particular subject....
Episode 139 · · 10:57
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2009 emphasizes that determination is the most important factor behind successful startups. While Graham acknowledges the importance of intell...
Episode 138 · · 08:01
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2020 celebrates the public offering of Airbnb and explains what makes Airbnb special, with the aim of supporting future entrepreneurs. Graham ...
Episode 137 · · 28:41
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2004, focuses on questioning the essay writing techniques taught in schools and on what a real essay is. Graham points out that a real essay i...
Episode 136 · · 09:15
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2010 discusses how technological advancement has intensified and accelerated addiction. Graham discusses the historical development of various...
Episode 135 · · 34:35
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2006 examines the most common reasons for startup failures. Graham points out that the reasons for startups to fail are often due to factors s...
Episode 134 · · 27:37
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2002 discusses several characteristics that determine good design. He points out that features such as symmetry, imitation of nature, ability ...
Episode 133 · · 04:40
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2010 suggests that the term 'tablet' should be used as a general name for devices with iOS and Android operating systems. Furthermore, he stat...
Episode 132 · · 27:40
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2023 titled ""Superlinear Returns"" explores the superlinear returns of performance and how they manifest in various fields. Graham discusses ...
Episode 131 · · 19:12
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2002, discusses the power of programming languages through the concept of 'conciseness'. Graham debates how concise a programming language can...
Episode 130 · · 09:35
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2011 shares his email exchange with Fred Wilson about investing in Airbnb. This exchange illustrates the kind of dialogue that occurs between ...
Episode 129 · · 08:23
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2007 examines the concept of 'stuff' and modern man's attachment to material possessions. Graham argues that the value of our possessions is a...
Episode 128 · · 09:21
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2009 explains the 13 fundamental principles of creating a successful startup. These principles include selecting a good team, launching quickl...
Episode 127 · · 19:04
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2013 analyzes startup investment trends. It examines how the decreasing cost of startups and their growing normalization impacts investments. ...
Episode 126 · · 33:59
"This article written by Paul Graham in 2012 discusses in detail what a startup is and the importance of growth in the startup world. Graham emphasizes that the only necessary thing ...
