Jason sits down with Bryan Roberts of Venrock for another episode of Angel Season 7! They discuss Bryan’s first bets (2:22) and his perception of the dot com bubble. (14:38) The two also dive into topics like creating optionality as a startup (21:24), bad habits in VC (28:49) and Theranos. (36:18) To wrap the show, Bryan and Jason discuss disagreeing with founders (39:07) and the psychology of placing bets! (44:33)

(2:22) Bryan’s first investment: Illumina

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(10:16) Bryan’s second investment: Athena Health

(14:38) Bryan’s experience during the dot-com bubble

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(21:24) Creating optionality in a startup

(25:30) Understanding your leaders

(28:49) Bad habits in venture

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(36:18) Bryan’s thoughts on Theranos

(39:07) Diligence and disagreements with founders

(44:33) The psychology of placing bets + advice for founders

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