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Episode 34: The Starbucks IPO with Dan Levitan

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Ben & David "pour over" the 1992 IPO of the legendary Seattle coffee company with the help of Dan Levitan, who served as lead investment banker on the IPO and who would later co-found the venture capital firm Maveron with Starbucks’ CEO Howard Schultz.
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Best for young adults in their twenties and thirtiesOften cited around self-reflection and growth

“A poem written in 1932 that emphasizes self-reflection and personal integrity, suggesting that the most important judgment comes from oneself.”

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended
For: young adults in their twenties and thirties
Key quote: “If the man in the glass is your friend, you may fool the whole world down the pathway of years and get pats on the back as you pass.”
The host mentions 'The Man in the Glass' to emphasize the importance of self-judgment and personal integrity in one's journey. They believe the poem's message is particularly relevant for younger listeners who are still figuring out their paths in life.
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