The Context Podcast

In this episode of Context is King, Ashkan Karbasfrooshan and Rebecca Brayton discuss why the old adage of 'following your passion' may or may not be the best way to determine your career path. How does the rule of supply and demand impact your future?

In this episode of Context is King, Ashkan Karbasfrooshan discusses the tragic passing of a fellow entrepreneur and friend. It's clear that founders, managers, and employees need to have meaningful conversations about mental health and wellness in the workplace. How do we find purpose in our everyday lives and where do we find it?

If you feel you are in crisis, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. It is a free, 24-hour hotline, at 1.800-273-TALK (8255).

In this episode of Context is King, Ashkan Karbasfrooshan and Rebecca Brayton discuss why Friends is leaving Netflix, and why Seinfeld is coming to Netflix. What's the better show? Friends or Seinfeld?

In this episode of Context is King, Ashkan Karbasfrooshan and Rebecca Brayton explore whether or not CEOs should keep their role in their company when they raise financing from investors. Should founders step down once they sell their business, or should they remain involved?

In this episode of Context is King, Ashkan Karbasfrooshan and Rebecca Brayton discuss how companies like WatchMojo manage to stay afloat during potential downturns, or even through a possible recession in the near future. How does economic instability impact the ways we consume entertainment? Do you think we're headed for a recession in 2020?

In this episode of Context is King, Ashkan Karbasfrooshan and Rebecca Brayton discuss why we are seeing a significant turning point in the startup business mindset. Why is the role of a VC less important than it used to be? Are some VCs really playing a Ponzi scheme?

In this episode of Context is King, Ashkan Karbasfrooshan and Rebecca Brayton discuss the difference between starters, finishers, and those who fall somewhere in the middle. What is the value of each of these roles in a company or for a given project? Where do you see yourself on this spectrum?

In this episode of Tacklin' Twitter, Ashkan Karbasfrooshan and Rebecca Brayton discuss the @GGVCapital tweet on why vulnerability is essential to effective leadership. Why do the best leaders say 'thank you' and 'sorry' in the workplace?

In this episode of Context is King, Ashkan Karbasfrooshan and Rebecca Brayton explain how WeWork co-founder Adam Neumann essentially destroyed his company, but walked away with $1.7 billion. What happened? Is this fair?

In this episode of Context is King, Ashkan Karbasfrooshan and Rebecca Brayton discuss why Salesforce founder and co-CEO Marc Benioff is taking a stance against capitalism in its current form. What is motivating his newfound position? What do you think of his proposal to fix capitalism?