This week on Great Chat, we’re diving into the question on everyone’s mind: what jobs are actually safe in the age of AI? Are VC roles really untouchable, as Marc Andreessen claims? Which careers are truly defensible? Could traditional media actually play a bigger role in shaping brands in an AI-powered world? Plus, we unpack Fidji Simo’s new role at OpenAI and what it might signal for the company’s future.
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Great managers, and what makes them great
This week on Great Chat, the pod talks about their best managers (and what made them great), contemplates Alcatraz Island and the Met Gala, and explains why high-growth startups are the best places to work early in your career. And, congrats to the USC student for winning the sperm race!
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What’s the deal with Deel?
The Rippling and Deel saga keeps on giving. Is this tech’s version of the Blake versus Justin publicity battle, or are we talking Kendrick and Drake? We break down the latest, and debate whether the playbook for crisis comms has fundamentally changed. We also weigh in on a Semafor piece about the group chats where powerful figures from tech and politics are shaping our reality (our group chat was not included…rude).
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Founders need prenups, too
What are the biggest mistakes people make when starting a company or venture fund? Rachel Proffitt, the CEO of Cooley, joins us this week to share her legal wisdom for future founders and fund managers. Meanwhile: ReelShort picks up where Quibi left off, Henry Blodget is back with a new publication and an AI newsroom, and a16z’s newest GP comes with a podcasting network.
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Imposter syndrome is due for a rebrand
Has the label “imposter syndrome” hurt more than it’s helped? We get real about our own experiences, and offer some tips and tricks. But first: we dissect the narrative around Blue Origin’s all-female mission. Was it a botched attempt at a feminist moment, or the perfect addition to 2025’s meme-worthy chaos? Just remember: if you’re offered a seat on a rocket ship…
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