Brooke Weber your host is a Seattle resident, teacher and activist. For comments, corrections, story ideas or more please email Brookeoffice@gmail.com. Follow Lens Fuzz on Twitter @FuzzLens and on Instagram, spotify, google podcasts, iheartradio and other platforms.
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Every company has a story. Learn the playbooks that built the world’s greatest companies — and how you can apply them as a founder, operator, or investor.
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A Dealership Podcast that focuses on the people and events that drive Brookings, SD ahead. We have special guests like K-12 Educators in the Brookings School System, SDSU Athletes, Local Business owners, Students, and more! We will also keep you up to date on all the exciting things happening at the Dealership! -Brookings Auto Mall.
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Half the global workforce wants to leave their job. We're talking about it. On the Podgress Report, Jen Phillips - former big-tech marketing executive and long time passionate people leader - brings together data, trends, and inspiring individuals for action-oriented, inspiring, educational conversations to help the nearly half of global workers currently considering leaving their job make their healthiest “what’s next” career move. Join Jen Phillips and her powerful success-story guests wee ...
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Starring Rachel True and Mat Auryn, The Circle is Podcast is a playful spiritual discussion series featuring interviews with authors and celebrities. Rachel True is an American actress renowned for her roles in the witchcraft classic The Craft, Nowhere, and the stoner hit Half Baked, as well as her starring role in the TV series Half & Half, which earned her an NAACP award nomination. Beyond her acting career, True is a lifelong tarot practitioner, sharing her extensive knowledge through a u ...
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S1: Ep13: Extraterrestrials, Egregores, & Esoterica w/ Mitch Horowitz
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Join us for an engaging episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST as Rachel True and Mat Auryn welcome Mitch Horowitz, a leading voice in occultism and mysticism. Mitch shares insights from his show Alien Encounters: Fact or Fiction, discussing how terms like "alien" and "ET" are culturally conditioned, drawing comparisons to older concepts like "ghosts" an…
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S1 Ep12: Voodoo, Tarot, and Ancestral Magick with Lilith Dorsey
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Join us for a spirited episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST with Rachel True and Mat Auryn as we welcome the dynamic Lilith Dorsey. As a renowned expert in Voodoo and witchcraft, Lilith guides us on a vibrant journey through the mystical streets of New Orleans, sharing the traditions and magick that define this unique city. We explore the influence of …
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10 | “The Battle Over Disability Pay and Mental Health Leave" with Lauren Weber of The Wall Street Journal
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Text The Podgress Report In this #WorkplaceReport edition of The Podgress Report, host Jen Phillips has an enlightening conversation with Lauren Weber, a reporter at The Wall Street Journal, about the tough reality of mental health leave and disability pay denials. Lauren shares insights from her compelling article, 'The Battle Over Disability Pay …
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Summer greetings from Acquired! Two items for this “mini-episode”: Tickets are now available for our live show at Chase Center in San Francisco, with special guests including Mark Zuckerberg (!). The show is Tuesday, September 10th, with doors opening at 5 PM for an hour of mingling with other listeners before the show starts at 6 PM. Huge thank yo…
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S1 Ep11: From Biker Bars to Tarot Stars with Theresa Reed
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Join us for a lively episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST with Rachel True and Mat Auryn as we welcome special guest Theresa Reed, known as "the Tarot Lady." Theresa shares her incredible journey from bartending in a biker bar to becoming a professional tarot reader and prolific author. We dive into the good, the bad, and the petty of the tarot communi…
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S1 Ep10: Music, Magick, and Mysticism w/ Chelsea Wolfe
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Join us for an evocative episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST with Rachel True and Mat Auryn as we welcome special guest musician Chelsea Wolfe. Known for her hauntingly beautiful music that blends elements of goth, folk, trip-hop, industrial, and metal, Chelsea opens up about her latest album, “She Reaches Out to She Reaches Out to She.” We delve into…
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09 | Innovate Your Career and Life With Curiosity and Experimentation - Lizzie Azzolino, Founder, Work With Lizzie
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Text The Podgress Report We’re talking about the power of uniqueness and curiosity to evolve your career and life in this #SuccessReport edition of The Podgress Report. Host Jen Phillips is joined by Lizzie Azzolino, Founder, Work With Lizzie. This episode is for any of us who have ever thought “how can I - starting right now - start to shift my ca…
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S1 Ep9: Death Row, High Magick & Personal Growth w/ Damien Echols
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Join us for a riveting episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST with Rachel True and Mat Auryn as we welcome special guest Damien Echols. Known for his harrowing time on death row under a false murder conviction due to the Satanic Panic, Damien shares how magick saved his life and his path of High Ceremonial Magick. We delve into his journey with magickal …
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08 | Take Your Wins With You: Transform Your Career with Confidence and Clarity - Meredith Nicklas, CEO, The CFO Solution
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Text The Podgress Report In this edition of The Podgress Report, host Jen Phillips is joined by Meredith Nicklas, CEO, The CFO Solution. This episode is for you if you've ever thought..."I want to spend more of my time at work doing the work that energizes me". It's a masterclass in "helpability". Meredith has a fantastic way of finding the people,…
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In 1999, Microsoft became the most valuable company in the world. And in 2019, Microsoft became the most valuable company in the world, again. But… what happened in the twenty years in between? The answer, as we discovered in our research, is probably not what you think. In this episode we explore and analyze the browser wars and the DOJ case, Wind…
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S1 Ep8: Political & Election Astrology w/ Celeste Brooks
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Join us for an electrifying episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST with Rachel True and Mat Auryn as we welcome special guest Celeste Brooks, an acclaimed astrologer and Program Director and a board member of the Organization of Professional Astrology (OPA) with a unique perspective on the cosmic influences shaping our world. Minutes before we recorded t…
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07 | Bumps in the Road to Recovery: Navigating Bad Days on the Burnout Journey
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Text The Podgress Report In this #snackable edition of The Podgress Report, host Jen Phillips is bringing real talk from day 146 of her burnout recovery journey. It got bumpy, y'all. Jen's giving her take on what that feels like, how connecting with others ... being helpable ... has been so - well - helpful. And on how to keep momentum even as fear…
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S1 Ep7: Magick, Mysteries & the Stars with Ivo Dominguez, Jr.
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In this spellbinding episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST, Rachel True and Mat Auryn welcome the legendary Ivo Dominguez, Jr., a Wiccan elder, magickal adept, and author of several books including the Witch’s Sun Sign Series with Llewellyn. Ivo takes us on a captivating journey through the rich history of astrology, revealing its evolution and signific…
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06 | Achieve Your Purpose: The Power of Monthly Progress Reports for Career Transformation
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Text The Podgress Report In this #HowTo edition of The Podgress Report, host Jen Phillips is sharing her June Progress Report to show how monthly reviews can help accelerate personal change, career reinvention, recovery from burnout, and “on purpose” professional growth. Jen’s a former Marketing Operations executive who’s been using the proven powe…
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S1 Ep6: Hollywood, Hypnosis & Psychic Addiction with Sarah Lassez
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In this insightful episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST, Rachel True and Mat Auryn sit down with the talented actress and author Sarah Lassez. Known for her roles in "Mad Cowgirl" and "Nowhere," and “Invaders from Proxima B” and her memoir "Psychic Junkie," Sarah takes us through her fascinating career and personal experiences. The discussion kicks off…
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05 | "Slow Burn" Burnout and Recovery - Lessons in Leadership with Henk Campher, CMO Deep Origin
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Text The Podgress Report In this edition of The Podgress Report, host Jen Phillips is joined by Henk Campher, CMO, Deep Origin. This is one for those of you who wish it were easier to disconnect from work, to work better together…and to do it all in a way that respects the rest of your life. Managers and aspiring managers, you’ll walk away with tac…
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S1 Ep5: Sacred Tears, Wounds & Wisdom with Courtney Weber
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Get ready for an emotional and laughter-filled rollercoaster ride on this episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST! Rachel True and Mat Auryn sit down with the fabulous Courtney Weber to chat about her latest book, Sacred Tears. They dive into the complex world of grief, discussing a wide range of experiences—from the loss of a loved one to the heartache o…
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S1 Ep4: Folk Magick & Social Media with Madame Pamita
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S1 Ep4: Folk Magick & Social Media with Madame Pamita In this lively episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST, Rachel True and Mat Auryn chat with the amazing Ukranian-American witch, Madame Pamita. We dive into the world of candle magick, learning how simple flames can work wonders in your magick and the magick of beeswax. Madame Pamita shares stories fro…
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04 | Recipe for Reinvention: Chef Lisa Brooks' Journey from Burnout to Thriving
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Text The Podgress Report In this Success Report edition of The Podgress Report, host Jen Phillips welcomes the inspiring Chef Lisa Brooks, CEO of Heart and Soul Personal Chef Service and the Personal Chef Academy. From battling intense anxiety and workplace burnout and leaving her high-stress job in IT to becoming a successful entrepreneur and CEO,…
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03 | The Superpower Discovery Framework: Energizing Work & Your Expertise
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Text The Podgress Report On this episode of The Podgress Report, host Jen Phillips isn't wearing a cape, but she *is* talking about superpowers. We're covering a framework you can use to discover and get real crispy on your own superpowers. We're calling it the Superpower Discovery Framework, and it's important for job seekers and anyone interested…
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S1 Ep3: Tarot, Jung & K-Pop Fun with Mary K. Greer
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In this episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST, Rachel True and Mat Auryn welcome the legendary tarot scholar and pioneer Mary K. Greer for an engaging chat. They dive into how the tarot community has evolved since the 80s, hear about Mary’s tarot journey inspired by her grandmother, and laugh over her most awkward readings. They discuss her significant …
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Kicking Goals Beyond The Lot with Reece Weber
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Send us a Text Message. Get ready for an exciting new episode of BAM-Beyond The Lot, where we delve into the world of sports leadership with a local icon. Join us as we chat with Reece Weber, the Executive Director of the Sodak Spurs and the head coach of the Brookings High School Varsity soccer team. Reece shares his journey from player to coach, …
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01 | Lessons in Burnout from an Executive Burnout-in-Recovery
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Text The Podgress Report In this episode of The Podgress Report, host Jen Phillips does her very best podcaster impression. It's our first episode, and we're very nervous. But today's topic is incredibly important; it's the information you need to understand Burnout...it's definition, dimensions, accelerators, and profiles. So try to hang in there …
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02 | Five Science-backed Steps for Burnout Recovery
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Text The Podgress Report In this episode of The Podgress Report, host Jen Phillips gives a recap on Workplace Burnout: its definition, dimensions, and accelerators. We're also talking about the many profiles of burnout - which can be discovered by assessing your symptoms using proven, research-backed tools (check the episode resources for links). B…
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S1 Ep 2: Terrible Tarot & Awkward Readings
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In this episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST, Mat Auryn and Rachel True dive into the wonderfully weird world of awkward and terrible Tarot readings. They tackle burning questions like, "Is the High Priestess wearing lingerie under her robe?" and "Are you really the granddaughters of the witches they burned in Salem?" Mat recounts a reading for a woman…
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S1 Ep1: Crafting Connections & Cards In Cleavage
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In this episode of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST, Mat Auryn and Rachel True recount the story of how they first met during a tarot reading and instantly vibed, leading to an unlikely but complimentary friendship. They dive into the The Craft, sharing insights on the research Rachel and Fairuza did for the movie and how, despite magick not instantly changin…
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Reporting Beyond The Lot with Tanner Castora
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Send us a Text Message. In this captivating episode of BAM-Beyond The Lot, we are excited to welcome a storyteller who keeps our community informed and engaged. Join us as we sit down with Tanner Castora, a dedicated journalist from Brookings, SD. Tanner shares his fascinating journey into the world of journalism, offering insights into the challen…
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Starbucks. You’d be hard pressed to name any brand that’s more ubiquitous in the world today. With nearly half a billion global customer purchases per week across its stores and 3rd party retail channels, a significant portion of the human population gets their daily fix in the green and white paper cup. (Including our own Ben Gilbert who famously …
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Driving The Conversation-Beyond The Lot with Katie Milbrandt
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Send us a Text Message. In this special episode of BAM-Beyond The Lot, we're honored to host an extraordinary guest who embodies grace, intelligence, and ambition. Meet Katie Milbrandt, a remarkable student at SDSU, crowned Miss SDSU 2023 and Miss Hub City 2024. Join us as Katie shares her inspiring journey through the world of pageantry and academ…
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Microsoft. After nearly a decade of Acquired episodes, we are finally ready to tackle the most valuable company ever created. The company that put a computer on every desk and in every home. The company that invented the software business model. The company that so thoroughly and completely dominated every conceivable competitor that the United Sta…
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Text The Podgress Report Half of the global workforce wants to leave their job. We're talking about it. The Podgress Report is an energetic, data-driven podcast to engage, educate, and support the half of the workforce currently contemplating their next career move. Join Jen Phillips and her powerful success-story guests weekly to eradicate the Sun…
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Text The Podgress Report Half of the global workforce wants to leave their job. We're talking about it. The Podgress Report is an energetic, data-driven podcast to engage, educate, and support the half of the workforce currently contemplating their next career move. Join Jen Phillips and her powerful success-story guests weekly to eradicate the Sun…
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Renaissance Technologies is the best performing investment firm of all time. And yet no one at RenTec would consider themselves an “investor”, at least in any traditional sense of the word. It’d rather be more accurate to call them scientists — scientists who’ve discovered a system of math, computers and artificial intelligence that has evolved int…
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The Drive Within - Beyond The Lot with Isaiah Davis
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Send us a Text Message. "🏈💥 Episode 3: The Drive Within - Beyond The Lot with Isaiah Davis 🚘 This week on BAM-Beyond The Lot, we're thrilled to feature an exceptional athlete whose drive on the field is as powerful as any engine we've showcased off it. Join us as we welcome Isaiah Davis, the powerhouse running back for the SDSU Jackrabbits, right f…
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Driving Ambitions - Beyond The Lot with Mark Gronowski
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Send us a Text Message. Episode 2: Driving Ambitions - Beyond The Lot with Mark Gronowski 🏈 Gear up for an exhilarating ride on this week’s episode of BAM-Beyond The Lot, where we shift gears to bring you an exclusive sit-down with the dynamic Mark Gronowski, the standout quarterback for the SDSU Jackrabbits, hailing from the spirited town of Brook…
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In luxury, there’s Hermès… and there’s everyone else. Stewarded by one French family over six generations, Hermès sells the absolute pinnacle of the French luxury dream. Loyal clients will wait years simply for the opportunity to buy one of the company’s flagship Birkin or Kelly bags. Unlike every other luxury brand, Hermès: Doesn’t increase supply…
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Send us a Text Message. In our premiere episode of BAM-Beyond The Lot, we are thrilled to welcome a truly inspiring educator, Hailey Stuart, who illuminates the hallways of Medary Elementary in Brookings, SD, with her passion and dedication. As a first-grade teacher, Hailey shares her unique journey into the world of education, her innovative teach…
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Last year Novo Nordisk, the Danish pharmaceutical company behind Ozempic and Wegovy, overtook LVMH to become Europe’s most valuable company. And the pull for Acquired to finally tackle healthcare (18% of US GDP!) became too strong for us to resist. While we didn’t know much about Novo Nordisk before diving in, our first thought was, “wow, seems lik…
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Ben has some big news. Actually, double big news! On what has become a holiday tradition here at Acquired, we cozy up to the fire to do our annual review of the show “in public”. We reflect on what can only be described as an absolutely mind-blowing 2023 (LVMH! Jensen! Costco! Charlie! Half a million plus listeners!) and look ahead to some big thin…
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To paraphrase Visa founder Dee Hock, how many of you know Visa? Great, all of you. Now, how many of you know how it started? Or, for that matter, who started it? Who runs and governs it? Where is it headquartered? What’s its business model? For the 11th largest market cap company in the world, Visa’s history and strategy is almost shockingly unknow…
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We sit down with the legendary Charlie Munger in the only dedicated longform podcast interview that he has done in his 99 years on Earth. We’ve gotten to have some special conversations on Acquired over the years, but this one truly takes the cake. Over dinner at his Los Angeles home, Charlie reflected with us on his own career and his nearly 50-ye…
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We finally sit down with the man himself: Nvidia Cofounder & CEO Jensen Huang. After three parts and seven+ hours of covering the company, we thought we knew everything but — unsurprisingly — Jensen knows more. A couple teasers: we learned that the company’s initial motivation to enter the datacenter business came from perhaps not where you’d think…
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Nvidia Part III: The Dawn of the AI Era (2022-2023)
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It’s a(nother) new era for Nvidia. We thought we’d closed the Acquired book on Nvidia back in April 2022. The story was all wrapped up: Jensen & crew had set out on an amazing journey to accelerate the world’s computing workloads. Along the way they’d discovered a wondrous opportunity (machine learning powered social media feed recommendations). Th…
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Costco is not only Charlie Munger’s favorite company of all time (plus he’s on the board, natch), it’s an absolutely fascinating study in how seemingly opposite characteristics can combine to create incredible company value. For instance: Costco has the cheapest prices of any major retailer in America — and also the wealthiest customer base. They p…
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Nike — it’s perhaps the most iconic and most prolific brand of the modern era. On any given day, swooshes adorn the feet of more people on earth than any other footwear company — by a long shot. If you read Shoe Dog or watched Air, you may think you know its history. But Shoe Dog ends in 1980, and Air… well let’s just say it’s an enjoyable piece of…
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Nobody’s perfect — including Porsche. Despite that phrase appearing in their famous 1983 magazine advertisement, they managed to get damn-close to the perfect luxury business (even Bernard Arnault would be jealous!). Porsche is both quality AND quantity, owning the most prestigious brand in its market, while at the same time churning out almost hal…
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Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi dropped by the Acquired studio for an Eats delivery, so we broke out the cameras and asked him to hang out for a wide-ranging conversation. :) We talk about his 20 years working with Barry Diller, starting his career at Allen & Company, how the Uber CEO search process ACTUALLY went down… and oh yeah, the massive transform…
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Today we bring you two absolutely incredible stories. The first is Lockheed’s legendary Skunk Works division — the elite team of aviation geniuses who produced some of the greatest airplanes in history: the U-2, the Stealth Fighter, and the incomparable SR-71 Blackbird. The second story is arguably even more important, but not widely known! It's th…
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We sit down with Spotify CEO Daniel Ek live in Stockholm at Spotify’s amazing HQ studio (check out the video version of this episode — which plays natively on Spotify!). This was an incredibly special and timely conversation: for those who haven’t been paying attention over the past few years, after revolutionizing music Spotify has now ALSO comple…
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Benchmark’s Mitch Lasky and Blake Robbins on The Art of Business in Gaming
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We sit down Benchmark’s legendary gaming investors Mitch Lasky and Blake Robbins (now also of the excellent Gamecraft podcast fame) to discuss the history and future of gaming business models. This episode is the perfect bookend to our Nintendo/Sega gaming series this season on Acquired — no one is more qualified than Mitch and Blake to breakdown h…
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