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How to live an asymmetric life
Duration: 00:23:40
October 17, 2025
- Embracing hard things is essential for growth, as life often gets worse before it improves when pursuing new goals.
- The initial dip in comfort and performance when starting something new is largely driven by fear.
- Consistently engaging in challenging activities leads to shallower downward curves and diminishes the influence of fear on your progress.

How two straight guys bought Grindr and made $2B
Duration: 01:22:45
October 13, 2025
- The acquisition of Grinder was significantly impacted by regulatory concerns and homophobic sentiment in the financial market, leading to a discounted purchase price.
- The company underwent a drastic talent overhaul, replacing approximately 70% of staff, primarily in engineering, to address severe under management and technical decay.
- Significant value was created through operational improvements, applying established playbooks to Grinder's product, and leveraging its unique position in the LGBTQ+ community to drive revenue growth and a successful IPO.

5 App Ideas for ChatGPT’s New App Store ft. Greg Isenberg
Duration: 00:21:49
October 10, 2025
- The launch of the ChatGPT app store presents a significant opportunity for wealth creation, similar to the early days of traditional app stores.
- ChatGPT's integration of apps allows users to access various functionalities, like designing logos with Canva or finding courses on Coursera, without leaving the ChatGPT interface.
- Several concrete business ideas were discussed, including an AI tax assistant, an AI healthcare concierge, and an AI credit score improver, all designed to leverage the ChatGPT platform.

The App That’ll Be Bigger Than TikTok
Duration: 00:47:52
October 3, 2025
- The new OpenAI app, Sora, captures your voice and face to then create AI videos, raising concerns about identity replication and potential misuse.
- The hosts discussed AI's shift towards multiplayer experiences, highlighting the potential for AI tools to foster social connection and shared content creation, similar to Facebook's photo tagging feature.
- An AI-powered app called Sunflower Sober is providing accessible and non-judgmental support for individuals struggling with addiction, demonstrating AI's potential to expand access to traditionally expensive or stigmatized resources.

The Hospitality Principles That Build Billion-Dollar Startups
Duration: 01:02:07
September 30, 2025
- The core of "unreasonable hospitality" lies in balancing a relentless pursuit of excellence with the understanding that perfectly imperfect human moments create the most lasting connections.
- Implementing "unreasonable hospitality" involves a three-tiered approach: "one-size-fits-all" improvements to common touchpoints, "one-size-fits-some" solutions for recurring situations, and "one-size-fits-one" personalized gestures facilitated by a dedicated "Dreamweaver" role.
- Leaders should focus on thoughtful criticism and praise to cultivate a culture where feedback is normalized, accountability is valued, and employees are empowered to grow and contribute creatively.

He turned a broke team into a billion dollars
Duration: 00:49:03
September 26, 2025
- Mr. Beast rejected a one billion dollar offer for all of his businesses, including his YouTube channels, Mr. Beast Burger, and Feastables.
- He declined the offer because he believes his businesses are worth significantly more than one billion dollars.
- Mr. Beast stated he would consider selling for an offer in the 10 to 20 billion dollar range.

10 Years of Money Wisdom in Under 15 Minutes
Duration: 00:16:16
September 24, 2025
- The first rule is to master one of the four money-making skills (selling, making, designing, or hunting) by immersing oneself in that skill daily and studying top performers.
- The second rule is to avoid trading time for money by owning equity in a business using code, content, or capital, as renting your time will never lead to true wealth.
- The third rule emphasizes the importance of "wait," urging patience with results while remaining "impatient with action," recognizing that building wealth takes time and consistent effort.

The Side Hustle King: 11 Easy Businesses Anyone Can Start
Duration: 01:14:10
September 22, 2025
- Heather Torres of Porch Pumpkins has built a seven-figure business in just three months of the year by decorating people's porches with pumpkins.
- Sport courts are becoming increasingly popular as a backyard alternative to pools, presenting an opportunity for a new installation business focused on "backyard fun."
- AI implementation for small businesses, particularly AI-powered voice answering, is a high-demand service with the potential for significant revenue.

How To Turn $100K into $4,000,000 with Distressed Investing
Duration: 01:08:39
September 19, 2025
- The guest specializes in distressed investing, where he seeks "steak" (known value and margin of safety) and "sizzle" (upside potential) in undervalued and often legally complex situations like bankruptcies.
- A key strategy is to "invent a category," as Howard Marks did with institutional distressed asset classes and Y Combinator did with pre-seed investing, to capture tailwinds and higher returns.
- A significant challenge in distressed investing is navigating complex legal processes and powerful players who may prioritize their own interests, making it crucial to be informed and assertive.

5 Lessons in Negotiation from an FBI Hostage Negotiator
Duration: 01:00:30
September 17, 2025
- Listening through the "hijack moment," characterized by the urge to correct or relate, is a key challenge in becoming a better negotiator.
- Successful negotiation hinges on building trust through predictability and collaboration, rather than relying on leverage or compromise, which can damage long-term relationships.
- The speaker emphasizes the importance of making someone feel understood, explaining that it releases neurochemicals like oxytocin and serotonin, fostering bonding, honesty, and reduced demands.
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