Episode 271: Gravy Dumpster

Back to Work

TOPIC: Grow what? Grow HOW?

This week, Dan and Merlin have a surprisingly passionate discussion about growth.

Companies gotta "grow," right? But…what the hell does that really even mean?

Lotta ins, lotta outs, lotta what-have-yous.

Also, an important update on Pek Pongpaet.

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