A Midseason Reflection

We’re officially at the midpoint of Season 1 of The Product Leader’s Edge.

What started as a quick interlude episode turned into something much bigger: a reflection on the journey so far, the vision behind the podcast, and where we’re headed next.

In this informal solo episode, I share the core thesis behind Season 1, why I believe product leadership extends far beyond product management, and how The Product Leader’s Edge, Tech Tuesdays, and Solo Star fit together as part of a broader ecosystem.

I also reflect on the first seven episodes, discuss the goals I have for the podcast over the next decade, share surprising audience growth from around the world, and preview what’s coming in the Builder Series and beyond.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The core thesis of Season 1: Product leadership as a unitary discipline

• Why product leadership extends beyond technology and product management roles

• Reflections on the first half of Season 1

• The relationship between The Product Leader’s Edge, Tech Tuesdays, and Solo Star

• The role of long-form content in an increasingly short-form world

• Why I’m committing to podcasting and content creation for the next 10 years

• Early lessons from building an independent podcast

• A preview of the upcoming Builder Series

• A look ahead at Seasons 2 and 3

Whether you’ve been listening since Episode 1 or are just joining the journey, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the vision, philosophy, and long-term goals shaping The Product Leader’s Edge.

Thank you for being part of the journey.

Let’s continue to build together.

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