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AcquiredApril 29, 2020
Special Episode: Jason Calacanis
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We're joined by the one and only Jason Calacanis for this very special episode, wherein we chronicle Jason's journey from a kid porter in the barrooms of Brooklyn to building the largest independent media business in tech, becoming the "3rd or 4th greatest seed investor of all-time" (and the original Sequoia Scout), launching one of the top accelerators in the world, and constructing a one-man empire that may just disrupt the entire capital stack in our industry. We dive into how it all ties together, and where the money and power is shifting in the ever changing sands of Silicon Valley...
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“A quote from Jason Calacanis's book is mentioned, discussing perceptions of luck and fraud in his career.”
Sentiment: Passing Reference
Trigger: Jason Calacanis's career
For: Entrepreneurs and startup enthusiasts
Key quote: “Most folks think I'm lucky. Some say I'm a complete fraud and a handful think I'm a brilliant hype man.”
The hosts mention Jason Calacanis's book to highlight his multifaceted career and contributions to the tech industry. It serves as a segue into discussing his various ventures and insights on startups.
ASIN: B0DY2F4JSS
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“The conversation about AI and the book 'Superintelligence' was mentioned in relation to discussions with Elon and Sam.”
Sentiment: Passing Reference
Trigger: AI discussions with Elon
For: Individuals interested in AI and its implications
Key quote: “The conversation about AI and the book 'Superintelligence' was mentioned in relation to discussions with Elon and Sam.”
The host briefly mentions 'Superintelligence' in the context of conversations about artificial intelligence. It highlights its relevance to discussions involving notable figures like Elon Musk and Sam Harris.
ASIN: B00LPMFE9Y
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“I teach, we have a course called Angel University that goes along with Angel the book.”
Sentiment: Passing Reference
Trigger: Jason Calacanis's investments
For: Aspiring founders and investors
Key quote: “Most folks think I'm lucky.”
The host briefly mentions Jason Calacanis's book 'Angel' while discussing his extensive career and investment strategies. This reference serves to highlight Calacanis's reputation and contributions to the startup ecosystem.
ASIN: B0DT8RH8NF
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