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AcquiredJune 6, 2016
Episode 13: Push Pop Press (Facebook Instant Articles) with Todd Bishop
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Guest: Todd Bishop
Ben and David are joined by Todd Bishop, technology reporter and co-founder of GeekWire , to discuss Facebook's 2011 acquisition of Push Pop Press.
2 book mentions in this episode.
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Our Choice
Al Gore
“They worked with him to launch his book called our choice, which was about the environment.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: interactive book technology
For: Readers interested in digital publishing and technology innovation.
Key quote: “The first book that they launched was in conjunction with Al Gore, um, who interestingly was an Apple board member.”
The host discusses the innovative approach to reimagining books through technology, specifically highlighting the launch of Al Gore's book 'Our Choice' as an app. This app exemplified the potential for immersive experiences in digital publishing, showcasing the capabilities of the engineers behind Push Pop Press.
ASIN: B00E2RG9RA
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The Risk Not Taken
Andy Dunn
“The Risk Not Taken is a reflective piece about different points in Andy's life, focusing on difficult decisions and the little voice that guides him.”
Sentiment: Highly Recommended
Trigger: decision making in business
For: Readers contemplating risk in their personal or professional lives
Key quote: “It's a really interesting play out of the two different paths that you could go taking the risk and not taking the risk.”
The host mentions 'The Risk Not Taken' as a reflective piece that explores the challenges of making difficult decisions in life and business. It highlights the internal struggle of recognizing when a decision has already been made and the importance of weighing risks.
ASIN: B0BW2HR9J7
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