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Daniel Ek

Daniel Ek appears in 4 indexed podcast episodes across 3 shows on PodcastMentions, with linked books, timestamps, and episode context.

About Daniel Ek

Daniel Ek is a Swedish businessman and technologist, best known as the founder and executive chairman of Spotify. He co-founded Spotify AB with Martin Lorentzon in 2006, launching the music streaming service in 2008. Ek stepped down as CEO of Spotify at the end of 2025, remaining as executive chairman.

Executive Chairman of SpotifyKnown for Spotify, Music streaming, Technology entrepreneurship

Track Daniel Ek appearances on Acquired, Founders, and The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett. Linked books include autobiography and Chung Ju Young.

Appearances4
Podcasts3
Linked books12
LatestSep 28, 2025

Books mentioned around this guest

These books appear in episodes featuring Daniel Ek; a guest is not necessarily the speaker or recommender.

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autobiography
Mike Ovitz

1 mention in episodes featuring Daniel Ek

Affiliate link · opens Amazon
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Chung Ju Young

1 mention in episodes featuring Daniel Ek

Affiliate link · opens Amazon
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Creative Selection
Ken Kocienda

1 mention in episodes featuring Daniel Ek

Affiliate link · opens Amazon search results
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Game of Thrones
George R.R. Martin

1 mention in episodes featuring Daniel Ek

Affiliate link · opens Amazon
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Henry Ford

1 mention in episodes featuring Daniel Ek

Affiliate link · opens Amazon
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James Dyson's first autobiography

1 mention in episodes featuring Daniel Ek

Affiliate link · opens Amazon search results
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Michael Dell's autobiography

1 mention in episodes featuring Daniel Ek

Affiliate link · opens Amazon search results
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Rich Dad Poor Dad
Robert Kiyosaki

1 mention in episodes featuring Daniel Ek

Affiliate link · opens Amazon
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Seven Powers
Hamilton Helmer

1 mention in episodes featuring Daniel Ek

Affiliate link · opens Amazon
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the autobiography of the founder of Sony
Akio Morita

1 mention in episodes featuring Daniel Ek

Affiliate link · opens Amazon
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The History of Great Inventions
James Dyson

1 mention in episodes featuring Daniel Ek

Affiliate link · opens Amazon
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Walt Disney

1 mention in episodes featuring Daniel Ek

Affiliate link · opens Amazon
Podcasts featuring Daniel Ek
Acquired
2 episodes · latest Sep 30, 2024
Founders
1 episode · latest Sep 28, 2025
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
1 episode · latest Sep 28, 2023
Recurring topics
entrepreneurship
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Answers to common episode, podcast, book, and topic questions tied to Daniel Ek.

Which podcast episodes feature Daniel Ek?

My conversation with Daniel Ek: Founder of Spotify on Founders is the latest indexed appearance for Daniel Ek. Other indexed episodes include Acquired LIVE from Chase Center (with Daniel Ek, Emily Chang, Jensen Huang and Mark Zuckerberg) on Acquired and Spotify Founder: “Spotify Was A Stupid Idea!” How A 23 Year Old Shy, Underdog, Introvert, Built A $31 Billion Business! - Daniel Ek on The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett.

Which podcasts feature Daniel Ek most?

Acquired (2 episodes), Founders (1 episode), and The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett (1 episode) are the strongest indexed podcast homes for Daniel Ek.

Which books are mentioned around Daniel Ek?

autobiography by Mike Ovitz, Chung Ju Young, and Creative Selection by Ken Kocienda are the clearest linked books around Daniel Ek, based on transcript mentions across the indexed episodes.

What does Daniel Ek discuss on podcasts?

Daniel Ek most often comes up around entrepreneurship.

Source moments

Indexed context

The host reflects on how receiving 'Rich Dad Poor Dad' at a young age significantly shaped his financial aspirations. He considers the book a seminal work that has influenced many people's views on money management.

Rich Dad Poor Dad · financial education impact

Indexed context

The host references Akio Morita's autobiography to illustrate the resilience and belief in potential that entrepreneurs must have, even in dire circumstances. Morita's journey of starting Sony in post-war Japan serves as a powerful example of how belief can precede ability in business.

the autobiography of the founder of Sony · entrepreneurial inspiration

Indexed context

The host mentions Michael Dell's autobiography to highlight the importance of self-awareness in entrepreneurship. They believe that understanding oneself is crucial for building an authentic and successful company.

Michael Dell's autobiography · self-discovery in entrepreneurship

Indexed context

The host mentions Mike Ovitz's autobiography to illustrate the importance of belief in one's potential before the ability to achieve it. This ties into a broader discussion about the entrepreneurial mindset and the narratives found in biographies of successful founders.

autobiography · entrepreneurial belief systems

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