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Clear all filters- All-In Podcast1h 30m
E140: LK-99, Sclerotic establishments, Fitch downgrades US debt, Trump indicted... again
Trump, Chamath, Calacanis, Friedberg
A Korean research team led by Lee and Kim has announced the potential synthesis of LK-99, a lead-copper-oxide material that computer models suggest could achieve room-temperature superconductivity through precise lattice distortion. Global laboratories are currently attempting to replicate these findings amid mixed results and skepticism regarding whether observed magnetic levitation stems from true superconductivity or simple diamagnetism. While the scientific community scrutinizes the data and replication challenges, the technology's confirmation would theoretically revolutionize energy transmission, quantum computing, and transportation by eliminating electrical resistance without cryogenic cooling.
- All-In Podcast1h 18m
E139: Recapping Chamath's wedding, VC surplus, unions vs Hollywood, room-temp superconductors & more
Chamath, Friedberg, Jason, Natalie
Recorded in Portofino following Natalie and Chamath Palihapitiya's wedding, the podcast features eclectic guests, a surprise ceremony officiated by J. Cal, and a $1.2 million high-stakes poker pot. The hosts extensively discuss J. Cal's 41-pound weight loss journey using Ozempic and fasting, while arguing that obesity requires compassionate medical treatment comparable to diabetes rather than stigma. Shifting to industry analysis, the conversation critiques Hollywood unions for opposing AI and lacking equity focus, advocates for GLP-1 accessibility to fight the obesity crisis, and advises young professionals against entering venture capital without prior operating experience.
- All-In Podcast1h 58m
E133: Market melt-up, IPO update, AI startups overheat, Reddit revolts & more with Brad Gerstner
Brad Gerstner, Chamath, Friedberg, Bill Gates, Huffman, Nat Friedman
Chamath Palihapitiya participated in the World Series of Poker while traveling economy, finishing in the top tier of several high-stakes fields despite self-admitted tactical shortcomings. Following his poker run, Palihapitiya and Brad Gerstner discussed macroeconomic trends regarding Federal Reserve rates and tech valuations, alongside critiques of AI startup funding models that they argue mirror historical infrastructure bubbles. The conversation also examined structural shifts in internet search, regulatory barriers to startup acquisitions, and debunked misinformation surrounding genetically modified mosquitoes and sunscreen ingredients.
- All-In Podcast1h 38m
E110: 2023 Bestie Predictions!
Chamath, Calacanis, Friedberg, David Sacks
David Sacks, Chamath Palihapitiya, and David Freiberg forecast major geopolitical shifts, predicting that Saudi Arabia's Mohammed bin Salman will gain global influence through a Petro-Yuan alliance while the US dollar loses its status as a risk-free asset. In the technology and business sectors, the speakers identify Relativity Space and OpenAI as top winners alongside a predicted purge of capital-intensive growth startups and a decline in Google Search usage due to AI integration. The panel also anticipates specific market corrections, including a collapse in San Francisco commercial real estate values, a surge in junk debt defaults, and significant consolidation in the gig economy and healthcare sectors.
- All-In Podcast1h 29m
E108: Doxing debate, Nuclear fusion breakthrough, state of the markets & more
Jason, Sacks, Chamath, Calacanis, Friedberg, Cernovich, Sachs, Freeburg, Jay Cal, Jake, Draymond, Dave Chappelle, Chris Rock, Steph Curry, Joe Lacombe, Phil Helmuth, Bill Gates, Mark Andreessen, Sam Altman, Chris Dixon, Nick
Elon Musk announced a new policy banning persistent real-time location tracking of individuals to prevent stalking, while experts debated the balance between personal safety and free speech amidst his broader moderation challenges. Simultaneously, scientists at the National Ignition Facility achieved a historic net energy gain in nuclear fusion, sparking discussions on commercialization timelines and the economic viability of fusion versus solar power. In the financial sector, a stark correction in private equity and venture capital valuations is reshaping startup strategies, with firms pivoting toward capital efficiency and private equity acquisitions as public market multiples collapse.
- All-In Podcast1h 41m
E101: Ye acquires Parler, Snap drops 30%, macro outlook, VC metrics, valuing stocks & more
Brad Gerstner, Sacks, Ye, Chamath, Gavin Newsom, David Friedberg, Jason Calacanis, Jake
Panelists analyzed Kanye West's acquisition of the unstable social network Parlor amid his public mental health crisis, sparking debate on media ethics regarding amplifying harmful rhetoric versus platform fragmentation. The discussion expanded to broader market dynamics where rising interest rates are forcing corporate discipline and valuation resets across Meta, Snap, and the venture capital sector. Additional topics included California's contentious Prop 30 tax measure and cultural critiques of consumer behavior regarding alternative proteins and default service options.
- All-In Podcast1h 30m
E100: Reflecting on the first 100 shows, fan questions, nuclear threat, markets, Amazon & more
Chamath, Calacanis, Friedberg, Andy Jassy, David Sacks
On the 100th episode of the All-In Podcast, hosts Chamath Palihapitiya, Jason Calacanis, David Sacks, and David Friedberg critique modern media polarization while analyzing the current venture capital downturn as a prime opportunity for capital-efficient founders. The group debates the Ukraine conflict's trajectory, citing rising US debt service costs and nuclear risks to argue for a diplomatic settlement involving Russian control of Crimea. Additionally, the hosts identify major tech giants like Microsoft and Amazon as shifting toward cash-flow generation, predicting a market bottom that favors established companies over high-growth startups.
- All-In Podcast1h 32m
E96: Adobe acquires Figma for $20B, TPB SPAC, FedEx CEO's recession warning, macro picture & more
Chamath, Calacanis, Friedberg, Jake
Adobe finalized a $20 billion acquisition of Figma, a deal structured with a mix of cash and stock to bypass shareholder voting requirements while positioning the software giant against existential threats from cloud-native rivals and Canva. The transaction effectively doubles Figma's recent valuation and transforms Adobe's financial profile from a mature cash-flow entity into a high-growth platform, despite triggering an immediate ~18% drop in Adobe's market capitalization. Concurrently, the broader economic discussion highlighted systemic risks including FedEx's recession warnings, geopolitical food security crises driven by the war in Ukraine, and new regulatory challenges surrounding antitrust enforcement and affirmative action.
- All-In Podcast1h 39m
E92: Adam Neumann's second act, a16z's $350M bet, housing policy, Inflation Reduction Act & more
Adam Neumann, Chamath, Phil Hellmuth, Dave Friedberg, David Sacks, Jason Calacanis
Moderator Dave Friedberg publicly apologized to co-host J. Cal to address recent interpersonal friction while the quartet analyzed Adam Neumann's $350 million Flow Fundraising deal and debated the geopolitical implications of China trading oil in yuan. The panel dissected California's housing crisis, scrutinized the Inflation Reduction Act's economic mechanics and IRS enforcement strategies, and examined legal precedents surrounding the Mar-a-Lago raid. Throughout the episode, the hosts balanced professional growth with personal conflict, ultimately reaffirming their commitment to the show's continuity despite diverging views on zoning, foreign policy, and pharmaceutical pricing.
- All-In Podcast1h 44m
E88: First principle politics, China chaos & outlook, state of private/public markets & more
Chamath, Calacanis, Friedberg, David Sacks
Peter Thiel advocates for disruptive populist candidates like JD Vance and Blake Masters to reset government orthodoxy by addressing fiscal inefficiencies and accumulated waste, such as the pork-barrel spending exemplified by the Farm Bill. While mainstream media allegedly ignores Democratic missteps including Nancy Pelosi's stock trading and the strategic delay of social issues for fundraising, the discussion highlights a significant realignment where Hispanic voters have turned against President Biden due to positions on borders and crime. Simultaneously, the panel analyzes China's economic stagnation driven by demographic collapse and autocratic policies, contrasting this with Silicon Valley's shift toward profitability in venture capital and the transformative potential of AI technologies like DALL-E 2.
- All-In Podcast1h 25m
E87: Emerging markets, Sri Lanka, 9.1% CPI, market sentiment, NASA's Webb telescope & more
Speakers analyze a converging debt crisis in emerging markets, citing Sri Lanka's political collapse and economic mismanagement as a primary case study of how environmental mandates and fiscal irresponsibility led to sovereign default. Simultaneously, the discussion addresses record-breaking US inflation reaching 9.1%, prompting expectations of aggressive Federal Reserve interest rate hikes that threaten to trigger a broader market correction. The dialogue further contrasts divergent national development paths, highlighting Singapore's successful trajectory against the vulnerabilities of nations like Jamaica and Pakistan while noting risks of geopolitical shifts toward non-Western powers.
- All-In Podcast1h 24m
E86: Macro outlook: jobs, housing, inflation + Dutch farmers protests & EU climate missteps
Chamath, Calacanis, Friedberg, Biden, Bezos, David Sacks
In Episode 86 of "All In," hosts Sacks, Jason Calacanis, Chamath Palihapitiya, and David Friedberg analyze the U.S. economy from Italy, framing the current downturn as a supply-side recession driven by labor shortages and pandemic constraints rather than excess demand. The panel warns of an impending two-phase correction involving a return to demand-side contraction as excess savings vanish, while highlighting severe risks in commercial real estate, consumer credit delinquencies, and global energy volatility. Additionally, the discussion critiques the Biden administration's economic communication, details significant asset sales by figures like Jeff Bezos, and contrasts voter priorities regarding inflation with European policy disputes over agricultural emissions and nuclear energy.
- All-In Podcast1h 35m
E85: SBF's crypto bailout, Zendesk sells for ~$10B, buyout targets, US diplomacy, AlphaFold & more
SBF, Chamath, Calacanis, Friedberg, David Sacks
A British Virgin Islands court ordered the liquidation of Three Arrows Capital, triggering a cascade of defaults and bailouts involving Sam Bankman-Fried that exposed systemic risks in unregulated crypto markets and spurred predictions of aggressive regulatory crackdowns. Simultaneously, the acquisition of Zendesk for $10.2 billion marks a pivotal shift in the software sector where private equity investors prioritize free cash flow and profitability over the previous era of loss-led growth. On the macro and scientific front, economists forecast a prolonged recession driven by inflation and geopolitical instability, while researchers achieved a breakthrough in modeling the nuclear pore complex using AlphaFold, offering new pathways for treating severe diseases.
- All-In Podcast52 min
E81: All-In Summit: Bill Gurley & Brad Gerstner on markets, downturns & investment cycles
Bill Gurley, Brad Gerstner, Chamath, Calacanis, Friedberg
Bill Gurley and Brad Gerstner analyze the venture capital sector's structural cyclicality and current valuation compression, driven by macroeconomic repricing that has destroyed $15 trillion in household net worth and reset SaaS multiples to historical averages. They warn against anchoring on recent peaks, noting that capital allocators face a sharp divergence between abundant unallocated dry powder and prudent deployment strategies favoring rational private equity or public market opportunities over illiquid early-stage bets. The dialogue concludes with a consensus that the market is undergoing a necessary correction where high-growth companies must demonstrate sustainable unit economics, leading investors to favor immediate LP distributions and focus on capital-intensive sectors like biotech and hardware.
- All-In Podcast1h 26m
E79: Analyzing the leaked draft overturning Roe v. Wade with Amy Howe and Tom Goldstein
Amy Howe, Tom Goldstein, Chamath, Jason
A leaked draft of Justice Samuel Alito's opinion in *Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization* signals the Supreme Court's intent to overturn *Roe v. Wade* and *Planned Parenthood v. Casey* by redefining constitutional abortion rights as matters for state legislatures rather than fundamental liberties. While the ruling technically limits itself to abortion, its application of originalist principles to overturn precedent threatens the doctrinal foundations of *Obergefell* and *Loving*, potentially inviting future legal challenges to same-sex marriage and contraception rights. This decision concludes a decades-long conservative judicial strategy that will likely fragment US policy into a patchwork of state laws, leaving federal statutory codification difficult due to the current political gridlock.