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Nvidia Part I: The GPU Company (1993-2006)

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I have been getting back into a lifting, like a weightlifting program that I haven't done for like 10 years. Inspired by Jensen. Called Starting Stre…

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He wears signature leather jackets. He can bench press more than you. He makes cars that drive themselves. He’s cheated death — both corporate and personal — too many times to count, and he runs the 8th most valuable company in the world. Nope, he's not Elon Musk, he’s Jensen Huang — the most badass CEO in semiconductor history. Today we tell the first chapter of his and Nvidia’s incredible story. You’ll want to buckle up for this one! This episode has video! You can watch it on YouTube .
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For: Individuals looking to start or return to weightlifting
Key quote: “I have been getting back into a lifting, like a weightlifting program that I haven't done for like 10 years. Inspired by Jensen. Called Starting Strength by Mark Ripito.”
The host mentioned 'Starting Strength' as a source of inspiration for getting back into weightlifting after a long hiatus. They highlight the enjoyment and benefits of re-engaging with a structured lifting program, contrasting it with their previous focus on endurance sports.
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