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Could VC be a Casualty of the Recession? - Is the Venture Capital Sector at Risk During Economic Recession?

Could VC be a Casualty of the Recession? - Is the Venture Capital Sector at Risk During Economic Recession?

Episode 35 · · 09:40

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2008 discusses how venture capital (VC) funds might be affected during periods of financial stagnation. Graham argues that startups are now le...

Coronavirus and Credibility - The Examination of Credibility Amidst the Coronavirus Pandemic

Coronavirus and Credibility - The Examination of Credibility Amidst the Coronavirus Pandemic

Episode 34 · · 02:52

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2020 discusses the courage of TV journalists and politicians to make misleading predictions during the coronavirus pandemic. He points out tha...

Copy What You Like - Embracing Authenticity: The Importance of Copying What You Love and Finding Your Own Path

Copy What You Like - Embracing Authenticity: The Importance of Copying What You Love and Finding Your Own Path

Episode 33 · · 06:53

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2006 discusses how individuals often tend to imitate the wrong things. He particularly points out that when we are young and trying to find ou...

Cities and Ambition - The Impact of Major Cities on Individual Aspirations

Cities and Ambition - The Impact of Major Cities on Individual Aspirations

Episode 32 · · 22:27

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2008 discusses how big cities affect people and create a certain type of ambition. It mentions that places like New York, Boston, Cambridge, a...

Charisma / Power - The Power of Criticism and Strong Individuals Lacking Charisma

Charisma / Power - The Power of Criticism and Strong Individuals Lacking Charisma

Episode 31 · · 01:56

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2017 suggests that people who are strong but lack charisma are often disliked and targeted for criticism. However, Graham argues that these in...

Change Your Name - Choosing the Most Suitable Name and Domain for Your Startup

Change Your Name - Choosing the Most Suitable Name and Domain for Your Startup

Episode 30 · · 05:48

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2015 highlights the importance of start-up names. Graham states that if a start-up's name does not have a .com extension, it indicates the com...

Can You Buy a Silicon Valley?  Maybe. - Is Purchasing a "Silicon Valley" Possible? Perhaps Yes.

Can You Buy a Silicon Valley? Maybe. - Is Purchasing a "Silicon Valley" Possible? Perhaps Yes.

Episode 29 · · 12:38

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2009 presents his thoughts on how a city can create its own Silicon Valley. Guiding cities that want to establish their own 'startup hub', Gra...

Bradley's Ghost - Why Polls Can Be Misleading: Understanding the Bradley Effect and Voter Behaviors

Bradley's Ghost - Why Polls Can Be Misleading: Understanding the Bradley Effect and Voter Behaviors

Episode 28 · · 04:59

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2004 explores why 'exit polls' were misleading in that year's elections. Graham points out that people are hesitant to reveal their true thoug...

Black Swan Farming - The Unforeseen Success of Seemingly Failed Ideas: Counterintuitive Investments in Entrepreneurship

Black Swan Farming - The Unforeseen Success of Seemingly Failed Ideas: Counterintuitive Investments in Entrepreneurship

Episode 27 · · 14:18

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2012 analyzes the nature of startup investments. Graham argues that success in this field is often found in unexpected places and mostly in pl...

Billionaires Build - The Journey of Billionaires: Insights on User-Centricity and Applying to Y Combinator

Billionaires Build - The Journey of Billionaires: Insights on User-Centricity and Applying to Y Combinator

Episode 26 · · 21:28

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2020 explains the key to becoming a billionaire and succeeding in a Y Combinator interview: serving users. Graham argues that the main charact...

Beyond Smart - Beyond Intelligence: Exploring the Other Components of Generating New Ideas

Beyond Smart - Beyond Intelligence: Exploring the Other Components of Generating New Ideas

Episode 25 · · 10:04

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2021 questions the impact of intelligence on new ideas. He states that intelligence is only a part of generating new ideas and that there are ...

Better Bayesian Filtering - Advancements in Bayesian Filtering Techniques and Future Projections

Better Bayesian Filtering - Advancements in Bayesian Filtering Techniques and Future Projections

Episode 24 · · 28:27

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2003 discusses his work on spam filtering and his future plans. Graham points out that spam filtering is a subset of text classification and t...

Being Popular - What Constitutes an Ideal Programming Language for Hackers?

Being Popular - What Constitutes an Ideal Programming Language for Hackers?

Episode 23 · · 46:48

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2001 discusses the features of a good programming language and the reasons for its popularity. Graham emphasizes that for a language to be pop...

Being a Noob - Embarking on the Unknown: The Importance of Embracing Your Inner Novice

Being a Noob - Embarking on the Unknown: The Importance of Embracing Your Inner Novice

Episode 22 · · 03:22

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2020 suggests that being a ""noob"" is actually an advantage. While it may not feel pleasant to consider ourselves as rookies, Graham points o...

Before the Startup - What Actions to Take in University to Become a Successful Entrepreneur

Before the Startup - What Actions to Take in University to Become a Successful Entrepreneur

Episode 21 · · 28:17

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2014 is aimed at university students and potential entrepreneurs. Graham states that starting a startup is a complex and counterintuitive proc...

Beating the Averages - Surpassing the Average: A Study on Lisp Programming Language and Technology Selection in Startups

Beating the Averages - Surpassing the Average: A Study on Lisp Programming Language and Technology Selection in Startups

Episode 20 · · 28:01

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2001 explores the importance of the power and influence of programming languages. He attributes the success of his web-based application Viawe...

Be Good - Why Being Good is Necessary for a Startup's Success

Be Good - Why Being Good is Necessary for a Startup's Success

Episode 19 · · 18:44

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2008 states that successful start-ups often behave like non-profit organizations, and non-profit projects can make good start-ups. It focuses ...

Are Software Patents Evil? - Are Software Patents Truly Detrimental? An Examination on Factors Hindering and Encouraging Innovation

Are Software Patents Evil? - Are Software Patents Truly Detrimental? An Examination on Factors Hindering and Encouraging Innovation

Episode 18 · · 29:59

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2006 discusses the nature and impact of software patents. Graham responds to the question of whether software patents encourage innovation by ...

Apple's Mistake - The Impact of Errors in Apple's App Store Approval Process on Developers

Apple's Mistake - The Impact of Errors in Apple's App Store Approval Process on Developers

Episode 17 · · 14:24

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2009 discusses the negative impact of Apple's App Store approval process on programmers. Graham argues that Apple does not understand software...

An NFT That Saves Lives - How a NFT Can Save Lives: The Case Study of Noora Health

An NFT That Saves Lives - How a NFT Can Save Lives: The Case Study of Noora Health

Episode 16 · · 03:09

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2021 discusses a non-profit organization called Noora Health launching a new NFT (Non-Fungible Token). The NFT is named 'Save Thousands of Liv...

An Alternative Theory of Unions - Exploring an Alternative Theory to the Existence of Labor Unions

An Alternative Theory of Unions - Exploring an Alternative Theory to the Existence of Labor Unions

Episode 15 · · 04:33

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2007 presents an alternative theory on the emergence of high-paying union jobs and how they have changed over time. Graham sees the emergence ...

Alien Truth - Universal Truths: Shared Knowledge with Extraterrestrial Beings

Alien Truth - Universal Truths: Shared Knowledge with Extraterrestrial Beings

Episode 14 · · 05:29

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2022 discusses the universal truths shared with other intelligent beings that may exist in the universe. Graham states that the rules of mathe...

After the Ladder - Adapting to the New Economy: The End of the Corporate Ladder

After the Ladder - Adapting to the New Economy: The End of the Corporate Ladder

Episode 13 · · 04:55

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2005 discusses the transformation of the 'corporate ladder' concept. Graham talks about the attitude of the new generation that prefers develo...

After Credentials - The Evolutionary Process Between Academic Achievements and Talent Measurement

After Credentials - The Evolutionary Process Between Academic Achievements and Talent Measurement

Episode 12 · · 16:09

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2008 questions the value of academic ability documents used to determine the course of people's lives. Graham argues that these traditional sy...

A Word to the Resourceful - The Key to Success: A Comprehensive Study on Resourcefulness and Communication Skills

A Word to the Resourceful - The Key to Success: A Comprehensive Study on Resourcefulness and Communication Skills

Episode 11 · · 06:11

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2012 discusses the distinct differences between successful and unsuccessful startups. Graham points out that the most unsuccessful startups ar...

A Way to Detect Bias - Identifying Bias in Electoral Processes

A Way to Detect Bias - Identifying Bias in Electoral Processes

Episode 10 · · 05:06

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2015 proposes a method to identify bias in selection processes. This method can potentially detect bias even without any information about the...

A Version 1.0 - Writing Authentic Essays Contrary to What is Taught in Schools

A Version 1.0 - Writing Authentic Essays Contrary to What is Taught in Schools

Episode 9 · · 26:53

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2004 offers a deep insight into writing and the process of writing. It emphasizes that writing is not only a part of the finished product, but...

A Unified Theory of VC Suckage - A Comprehensive Analysis of the Troublesome Structure of Venture Capital Firms

A Unified Theory of VC Suckage - A Comprehensive Analysis of the Troublesome Structure of Venture Capital Firms

Episode 8 · · 09:48

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2005 reveals the complex structure of the venture capital (VC) world and the challenges entrepreneurs face with VCs. He points out that the re...

A Student's Guide to Startups - The Pros and Cons of Starting a Startup While in University: A Beginner's Guide for Students

A Student's Guide to Startups - The Pros and Cons of Starting a Startup While in University: A Beginner's Guide for Students

Episode 7 · · 35:36

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2006 guides students on starting a startup. Graham points out that starting your own startup is becoming an increasingly popular option, and d...

A Project of One's Own - The Importance and Power of Working on Your Own Projects

A Project of One's Own - The Importance and Power of Working on Your Own Projects

Episode 6 · · 16:04

"This article written by Paul Graham in 2021 emphasizes the importance and efficiency of working on one's own project. Graham states that such projects are not only more enjoyable bu...