Founder's Journal

Conferences are (mostly) a waste


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Alex does a SXSW 2025 recap. 


Here’s what to expect:


  1. Why conferences are a waste
  2. Two exceptions to the rule
  3. 7 stops & lessons 
  4. Show Notes:

    (0:00) A note from our sponsor

    (2:26) Welcome back to Founder’s Journal

    (3:35) When conferences aren’t a waste

    (5:12) SXSW recap

    (6:05) Founders run club

    (6:48) Brunch with Lauren Zima

    (7:38) Lunch with David Perell

    (9:28) Hampton Dinner 

    (10:18) B2B Creator Panel

    (11:32) Run with Connor Tomkies

    (14:05) Chat with Bryan Johnson 

    (16:32) Conclusion

    Thanks to our presenting sponsor, Gusto. Head to www.gusto.com/alex

    Episode Links:

    • Lauren Zima: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lauren_Zima

    • David Perell: https://perell.com/ 

    • Connor Tomkies: https://www.linkedin.com/in/connortomkies/ 

    • Founders: https://www.founderspodcast.com/ 

    • Bryan Johnson: https://www.youtube.com/@BryanJohnson


    Check Out Alex’s Stuff:

    • storyarb - https://www.storyarb.com/

    • growthpair - https://www.growthpair.com/

    • CTA - https://www.creatortalentagency.co/

    • X - https://x.com/businessbarista

    • Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-lieberman/

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