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October 24, 2018 Episode 27: Bootstrapping to a billion, Kanye meets Trump, RIP Google +, & Black History erasure
Abadesi and Michael [with a cold] are back with a brand new episode of Techish!This episode they talk:Mailchimp bootstraps to a billion dollar valuationKanye meets Trump and goes Uganda [09:40]YC top 100 startups: [13:47]Google Plus [21:20]Black History Month Erasure [28:08]Facebook Portal [35:30]Further Reading:https://www.forbes.com/sites/alexkonrad/2018/10/08/the-new-atlanta-billionaires-behind-an-unlikely-tech-unicorn/#18941f731a21https://www.thedailybeast.com/kanye-wests-trip-to-africa-is-even-more-embarrassing-than-melania-trumpshttps://www.ycombinator.com/topcompanies/https://bgr.com/2018/10/16/google-plus-disaster-former-designer-writes-tell-all/https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-45731821https://peopleofcolorintech.com/articles/five-things-ive-learned-in-my-first-year-working-at-product-hunt/Techish Stuff:Use the hashtag #techishSupport Techish at www.patreon.com/techishWant to advertise on Techish: goo.gl/forms/MY0F79gkRG6Jp8dJ2www.twitter.com/michaelberhane_www.twitter.com/abadesiwww.twitter.com/hustlecrewlivewww.twitter.com/pocintechEmail us at [email protected]
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October 16, 2018 Leaving Google to be a comic, Netflix and fake Jamaican accents w/ Sarah Cooper
Michael and Abadesi are back with brand new Techish. Recorded 2 weeks ago in NYC, the Techish team is joined by the amazing Sarah Cooper!Sarah is a dope comedian, writer and former Googler! Check her out:http://sarahcpr.comhttp://sarahcpr.com/books/We talk- Sarah’s new book - [0:47]- Joining Google - [2:18]- Changing the world as a comedian [06:09]- Her first standup performance. [07:43]- Netflix impact on Comedy [13:50]- Diaspora Wars [17:41]- Thoughts on Tech [20:00]- Jamaican accents [26:02]Further Reading:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TnBupO_Kjto&t=93sTechish Stuff:Use the hashtag #techishSupport Techish at www.patreon.com/techishWant to advertise on Techish: goo.gl/forms/MY0F79gkRG6Jp8dJ2www.twitter.com/michaelberhane_www.twitter.com/abadesiwww.twitter.com/hustlecrewlivewww.twitter.com/pocintechEmail us at [email protected]
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October 09, 2018 Episode 26: Kanye meltdown[s], A Whatsapp sell out, Nigerian excellence and #Amazon$15
Michael and Abadesi are back with a brand new episode of Techish, recorded live in New York city at Anchor ’s lab for creatives. This episode they talk:Black and Brown Founders recap Whatsapp founder admits to being a sell out [4:00]New emojis [13:00]Nigerian excellence - [14:59]Amazon $15 minimum wage - [18:25]Kanye meltdown [27:44]Trump notification [37:47]Further Reading:https://www.forbes.com/sites/parmyolson/2018/09/26/exclusive-whatsapp-cofounder-brian-acton-gives-the-inside-story-on-deletefacebook-and-why-he-left-850-million-behind/https://guardian.ng/technology/26-year-old-nigerian-highest-paid-robotics-engineer-in-the-world/https://amp.theguardian.com/technology/2018/sep/25/instagram-co-founders-resign-to-explore-creativity-againhttps://www.axios.com/airbnb-asks-sec-to-let-it-give-hosts-equity-a7d99495-0782-4bce-92bb-4c692ef1b621.html%5D(https://www.axios.com/airbnb-asks-sec-to-let-it-give-hosts-equity-a7d99495-0782-4bce-92bb-4c692ef1b621.html)https://www.google.co.uk/amp/s/thehill.com/opinion/energy-environment/409826-presidential-alert-3-reasons-to-be-concerned%3fampTechish Stuff:Use the hashtag #techishSupport Techish at www.patreon.com/techishWant to advertise on Techish: goo.gl/forms/MY0F79gkRG6Jp8dJ2www.twitter.com/michaelberhane_www.twitter.com/abadesiwww.twitter.com/hustlecrewlivewww.twitter.com/pocintechEmail us at [email protected]
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September 25, 2018 Episode 25: Going to the moon, Facebook's dating product, Space Jam 2, Teddy Perkins and Jewel Burks
Abadesi and Michael are back again for episode 25! Enjoy! We talk…- Going to the moon with SpaceX, - The time well spent movement being co-opted, [9:50]- Facebook’s new dating product, [19:55]- Space Jam 2 with Lebron! [18:16]- Using tech to boycott companies, [29:50]- Teddy Perkins at the Emmy's [27:11]- Alexis Ohanian and Jewel Burks [33:33]Plus much more!Further Reading:https://techcrunch.com/2018/09/17/meet-yusaku-maezawa-the-private-passenger-to-take-spacexs-bfr-to-the-moon/https://qz.com/1347231/technologys-time-well-spent-movement-has-lost-its-meaning/https://techcrunch.com/2018/09/20/how-facebook-dating-works/https://www.wired.com/story/wired25-alexis-ohanian-jewel-burks-diversity-tech/https://www.buycott.com/?ref=producthuntUse the hashtag #techishSupport Techish at www.patreon.com/techishWant to advertise on Techish: goo.gl/forms/MY0F79gkRG6Jp8dJ2www.twitter.com/michaelberhane_www.twitter.com/abadesiwww.twitter.com/hustlecrewlivewww.twitter.com/pocintechEmail us at [email protected]
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September 18, 2018 Episode 24: New iPhone(s)who dis? Uber redesign, Cardi B & Nicki and Serena facing racism again
Michael and Abadesi are back again breaking down...- The Uber redesign. Yay or Nay?- New iPhone(s). Much ado about nothing?- Atrium raising $65m from a16z- Arlan Hamilton Fast Company cover- RIP Google’s Inbox - Nicki & Cardi Beef: are women forced to compete with each other…- Plus Serena at the brunt of racist imageryFurther Reading:https://techcrunch.com/2018/09/12/comparing-iphone-xs-vs-xs-max-vs-xr/https://www.businessinsider.com/twitch-founder-justin-kan-raises-series-b-funding-for-legal-startup-atrium-2018-9?IR=Thttps://www.fastcompany.com/90226832/they-run-the-show-arlan-hamilton-melinda-gates-and-morehttps://techcrunch.com/2018/09/12/uber-is-getting-a-new-look/Use the hashtag #techishSupport Techish at www.patreon.com/techishWant to advertise on Techish: goo.gl/forms/MY0F79gkRG6Jp8dJ2www.twitter.com/michaelberhane_www.twitter.com/abadesiwww.twitter.com/hustlecrewlivewww.twitter.com/pocintechEmail us at [email protected]
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September 11, 2018 Episode 23: Kaepernick/Nike, Lyft going public, Backstage Capital new accelerator and I need a CTO!
Episode 23: Abadesi and Michael are back again...This time talking...- Kaepernick & Nike, - Abadesi attending a political meeting with the London mayors team,- Lyft going public before Uber, and the new millionaires it will create- The Jack Dorsey and Sherly Sandberg senate hearings - Backstage Capital's new accelerator,- and how to entice a CTO to join your startup?Plus much moreFurther Reading ====================================================https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2018-08-31/lyft-is-said-to-hire-adviser-to-prepare-for-targeted-2019-ipohttps://www.vox.com/2018/9/5/17822906/jack-dorsey-sheryl-sandberg-twitter-facebook-capitol-hillhttps://backstagecapital.com/accelerator/======================================================Use the hashtag #techishSupport Techish at www.patreon.com/techishWant to advertise on Techish: goo.gl/forms/MY0F79gkRG6Jp8dJ2www.twitter.com/michaelberhane_www.twitter.com/abadesiwww.twitter.com/hustlecrewlivewww.twitter.com/pocintechEmail us at [email protected]
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September 04, 2018 Episode 22: Abolishing Silicon Valley? Crazy startup ideas, Serena Williams catsuit, and MJ's 60th
Michael and Abadesi are back again for episode 22. Joined by our first special guest host Wendy Liu [@dellsystem] This time we talk:- Abolishing Silicon Valley?- Companies not requiring a college degree- YC's new batch of startups- Serena Williams outfit controversy/French Open- Michael Jacksons 60th bday- Crazy Rich Asians & Blackkklansman============================Further Reading:Black Brown Founders Conference: http://northstarphl.com/http://www.notesfrombelow.org/article/silicon-inquiryhttps://twitter.com/wadnsj/status/1032986142642253825https://techcrunch.com/2018/08/29/bernie-sanders-fires-back-against- amazon-calling-subsidy-reliance-absurd/https://www.vox.com/2018/8/28/17791518/serena-williams-catsuit- ban-french-open-tennis-racist-sexist-country-club-sporthttps://qz.com/work/1367191/apple-ibm-and-google-dont-require-a- college-degree/https://metro.co.uk/2018/08/17/denzel-washingtons-son-brilliantly-schools-reporter-who-disregarded-his-mother-7853288/https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/sony-music-and-michael- jackson-estate-cleared-of-liability-in-fake-vocals-lawsuit/ ===============================Use the hashtag #techishSupport Techish at www.patreon.com/techishWant to advertise on Techish: goo.gl/forms/MY0F79gkRG6Jp8dJ2 www.twitter.com/michaelberhane_www.twitter.com/abadesiwww.twitter.com/hustlecrewlivewww.twitter.com/pocintechwww.twitter.com/dellsystemEmail us at [email protected]
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August 28, 2018 Episode 21: Too old to start coding or a startup? Growing your personal brand & 2018 networking tips
#Techish: Episode 21: Hustle Tip editionAbadesi and Michael are again back for a bite-sized episode of #Techish. No ‘winners and losers’ this week, but we got plenty of ‘Hustle Tips’...We cover:- Self-doubt: am I too old to start coding or do a startup- Hitting [or not hitting] goals before 30- Double opt-in emails and general networking etiquette in 2018- Growing your personal brand.Plus a quick look at a hard-hitting Youtube video attacking tax evasion and how it reflects on big tech.==================================Further Reading:Oxfam video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bAdpodJkB9cwww.instagram.com/thingtesting===============================Use the hashtag #techish, we respond to every tweet!Support Techish at www.patreon.com/techishWant to sponsor Techish: goo.gl/forms/MY0F79gkRG6Jp8dJ2Follow us at: www.twitter.com/michaelberhane_ www.twitter.com/abadesiwww.twitter.com/pocintechwww.twitter.com/hustlecrewliveEmail us at [email protected]
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August 20, 2018 Episode 20: Azealia Banks and Elon, Bumble launches fund, AfroTech, Idris for Bond and YC in China
Michael and Abadesi are back again for a landmark episode 20.This time we talk: Azealia Banks run-in with Elon Musk [haha],Bumble launching their very own fund, and why other startups should consider doing the same,YC launching in China, what does it mean on a macro level,AfroTech tickets,Idris Elba as James Bond, Plus Stormzy's Cambridge scholarship============================Further Reading:http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2018-08-16/amazon-is-said-to-be-in-running-to-acquire-landmark-movie-chainhttps://www.forbes.com/sites/alexkonrad/2018/08/15/bumble-launches-bumble-fund/#ded828f411fd https://www.businessinsider.com/azealia-banks-claims-to-be-at-elon-musks-house-as-he-sought-investors-2018-8?r=US&IR=T ===============================Use the hashtag #techishSupport Techish at www.patreon.com/techishWant to sponsor Techish: https://goo.gl/forms/MY0F79gkRG6Jp8dJ2Follow us at: www.twitter.com/michaelberhane_ www.twitter.com/abadesiwww.twitter.com/pocintechwww.twitter.com/hustlecrewEmail us at [email protected]
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August 14, 2018 Episode 19: Uber for snitches? Beyonce's Vogue article, Twitter hijinks with Alex Jones and Elon
Techish is back after a bit of delay for episode 19.Aba and Michael break down- An app that helps citizens report people to the police,- Twitter not banning Alex Jones,- Elon taking Tesla private,- Beyonce's Vogue article,- In my feelings challenge,- MOOC’s not living up to their billingPlus a hustle tip on secrets and an audience question.Further reading:https://www.vox.com/2018/8/8/17662774/twitter-alex-jones-jack-dorseyhttps://theoutline.com/post/5742/uber-for-snitching?zd=1&zi=c4h3ggsghttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-45105674Books:Shoe DogFactfullness=====================================Use the hashtag #techishSupport Techish at www.patreon.com/techishWant to sponsor Techish: goo.gl/forms/MY0F79gkRG6Jp8dJ2Follow us at: www.twitter.com/michaelberhane_ www.twitter.com/abadesiwww.twitter.com/pocintechwww.twitter.com/hustlecrewEmail us at [email protected]
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A podcast by two founders and investors who talk about all things tech, pop culture, and life.

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